Lo Down Loretta Brown also known as Erykah Badu will have a DJ set April 20th at Ruby Skye in SF. All you die hard fans might want to claim your spot now because she will be taking us all on this funkiest hip hop roller coaster any DJ will take you on. Check out this video below and Get Your Tickets Here. I will definitely be in the house. Will you?
LO DOWN LORETTA BROWN from Creative Control on Vimeo.
Jay Z kicked off the weekend a new website and remix to Moon and the Sky by Sade. I’m sure everyone finds this collaboration interesting but I am far from shocked that the lovely Sade would do a project with Jay Z. Two different genres of music collaborating is quite the trend these days. I don’t know about you but I have to be in a “Sade” mood to really get into this, so I may revisit it later this week while I’m in deep meditation or something. In the mean time, what do you guys think?
p.s. Her album “The Ultimate Collection” is set to drop May 3rd and she’s touring this summer. wooohooo!
I’ve been attending a lot of shows lately, and I always find the opening acts either long and drawn out or just over the top interesting (Almost better than the headliner) So anyways, Murs performed last night at New Parish in Oakland and he brought a long a dope black punk rock band called Whole Wheat Bread. They came all the way from Jacksonville, Fla. to rock out with a bunch of Oakland folks and it was well receptive. I’ve been looking for bands around the bay area to check out so this was a refreshing escape from the usual hip hop or R&B crowd that I was used to.
Whole Wheat Bread was formed in 2003 with Aaron Abraham on the vocals and guitar and Nicolas Largen on the bass and his brother Joseph played the drums. They released their first album Minority Rules in 2005 with Fighting Records and have been on tour all over the world ever since. With connections to Fall Out Boy and Yellowcard they are continuing to remain on the scene but have dominated underground punk rock music. Not only are they punk rock but also crunk and has done work with Lil’ Jon producing covers from his popular hits like “Never Scared”. They are featured on Afro Punk’s site for an interview from the 2008 festival. I’m diggin these brothas from the south. How about you?
I was so excited when my girl Dania (@fluffyjo) told me that there was going to be a Natural hair meet up in Oakland this weekend. “Naturals Night Out” is hosted by Natural Selection and will take place Saturday, April 9th, 2011 at Head Designs Hair Salon. Starting at 7 pm, natural from all over will gather for evening of fun, music, and advice for top hair stylists specializing in natural hair. There will be champagne, there will be giveaways, and even demonstrations. This event is sponsored by Komaza Care Products and NaturallyCurly.com. I think this is dope and I’ve always wanted to go to a meet up so why not come and network with similar individuals like yourself.
For more DEETS on how you can be apart of this fabulous night please visit Natural Selection Blog
Registration is $25 and it includes lots of goodies you can take home. So share this event with your friends!
This needs no introduction because I reckon you have been following what’s been happening in the Middle East and East Africa. Check out this video paying tribute to the fight for democracy by using their freed of expression and body movement. I am so proud of the young people coming together in those countries and fighting for what is right. If only Americans can do the same. . . .Tell me what you think of the video and share your thoughts.
Check out this visual for T-Ran latest song “Unfair”. Loving the story that it tells about artist-relationship woes.
Produced by Skywriter Filmworks
Directed By Dami Onifade
Edited By Justin E. Dean (SwaggboyHU)
Ah yes, love it. Shout out to Akeema Zane, my fellow Hamptonian. This short film is so vibrant, it makes me fall in love with this song all over again.
His Introduction:
In a time where life is often guided by misconception and tainted love its hard to truly find someone who is there for you for all the right reasons. No matter how you deliver your heart to a person, you still have to wait for them to open it up. I came up with this concept to inspire honesty. I’ve learned through life, communication is everything when you’re in a relationship. Take these visuals as an example of how something could be if there is no truth between two parties. She/He is your prototype and could be so much more if you allow it. Never Take The Love Of Your Believer For Granted. Much Thanks to Andre 3000
– Jesse Boykins III
Shot, Directed & Edited by @DrWooArt for @LightUpFilm
Dan Cathcart – Lead | Jesse Boykins III – Singer
Sinorice Moss – Bass Player | Chris Turner – Guitar Player
MeLo – X – Keyboard Player,MC | Joshua Kissi – Drummer
Trae Harris – Dancer , Poet | Akeema Zane – Dancer
Lyfe Silva – Dancer | Jerricka Whitlock – Dancer
Download Song : bit.ly/JB3Prototype2010
whaaaaaat!? I love Les Nubians. Check out their latest song that has been released called “Afrodance” and it’s pretty much the appreciation and fabulousity of the Afro. It makes me want to fluff out my hair and rock mines tomorrow…hmmmm. What do you guys think?
If you haven’t already, you MUST download Frank Ocean’s debut album “Nostalgia, Ultra” which was released as a mixtape earlier this month on Tumblr. After being ignored after a year signing with Island Def Jam, who would’ve known that this 23 year old, New Orleans born singer would make a name for himself on his own. Nostalgia, Ultra live up to it’s name by bring the R&B beats and promising lyrics. I’ve been letting the sounds of Frank Ocean rock me to sleep for the past week. Get into it. He’s dope.
If you are in the Bay Area, be sure to check out the BET Music Matter Tour this TUESDAY (3/22) featuring live performances from Melanie Fiona, Marsha Ambriosus, and Bay Area’s own London. Sponsored by Remy Martin and hosted by JE Media Group, BET, and 1015.com, this is an evening of extraordinary 21+ event that you wouldn’t want to miss. Tickets are on sale for $31 and VIP access $36. For more details and to purchase tickets click here .
So here’s the catch. . . .
I’m giving away a pair of two tickets for the show to my lucky readers and all you have to do is follow Reesa Speaks on twitter, Retweet My Contest Link, and Become a fan on Reesa Speak’s Facebook page. You have until Sunday night at 11:45 p.m. to participate. Ready?….Set?….Go!
(More details will be disclosed to the winner)
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