E! greenlights new series “The Platinum Life,” set to premiere this fall, which follows an elite group of music’s most savvy women and their significant others as they live their first-class lifestyles.
LA’s music industry is notorious for exclusive parties, high-profile romances, and huge fan followings, but being in relationships with some of the biggest names in the business is not always pitch perfect. Whether it’s fighting for the spotlight in a male dominated game, or being on the lookout for groupies trying to get the attention of their men, these women learn that in the music world, the only way to navigate it successfully is with strength and confidence. From red carpets and awards shows, to sold-out concerts and after parties, we’ll witness first-hand that having “The Platinum Life” is not for the faint of heart.
The cast will include Ne-Yo’s wife, Crystal Smith, Miguel’s fiancée, Nazanin Mandi, Nelly’s girlfriend, Shantel Jackson, singer and songwriter Eric Bellinger’s wife, La’Myia Good, rapper Kid Ink’s wife Asiah Azante, rapper King Los’ girlfriend Lola Monroe and newly-single recording artist Alycia Bellamy.
Rick Ross, The-Dream & Lenny S. These three music masterminds are bringing their creative genius and business skills together for VH1’s new music competition reality series, SIGNED.
The music competition show follows new up-and-coming singers and rappers that undergo a development process over the span of eight hour-long episodes in the hopes of being signed to Ross’ Maybach Music, Dream’s Radio Killa Records or to Roc Nation by Lenny S who serves as the SVP of A&R / Artist Management. Unlike most performance based reality shows, SIGNED doesn’t take place in a fancy Hollywood studio, but instead is filmed in places where real music happens like Atlanta recording studios, the backyard of The-Dream’s mansion, and Rick Ross’ private jet. The artists’ ability to write original songs, record and perform them are challenged as they have to prove that they have what it takes to impress the moguls, and some of their famous friends like DJ Khaled,Meek Mill and Bangladesh. via VH1
Our peeps in L.A. hit us and asked us to Drop in on Yellow Claw Saturday night in support of their sophomore effort Los Amsterdam. The mood was electric as we walked through the parking lot, and ran into a couple hundred fans buzzing with anticipation as they anxiously waited to get in the building. The heady performance was kicked off with a spectacular light show underscored by heart pounding, pulse quickening beats. Jim Aasgier and Nizzle masterfully controlled the crowd’s mood and energy as if it were an instrument in and of itself. They artfully stoked the rising tide of excitement until it could no longer be contained and it erupted; unleashing holy hell in Houston’s Stereo Live, leaving the crowd drenched in sweat and tingling as if released from the grip of gravity to be carried off into the weightlessness of space (city).
Los Amsterdam features the TOP 10 Billboard Dance Chart hit “Good Day (feat. DJ Snake + Elliphant).” LP also features collaborations with Juicy J, Quavo of Migos, Lil Debbie, Moski, Jonna Fraser, Rochelle, Tinie Tempah and Cesqeaux, and the pair have accumulated over 470+ million streams on Spotify and 415+ million plays on YouTube to date….as you can see, the show was lit🔥
Monday, May 15, 2017, Mayor Sylvester Turner honored award-winning gospel singer, Dr. Earnest Pugh for reaching the top 10 on the billboard charts with his hit single, “I Need You To Breathe”. The single marks Dr. Pugh’s 11th billboard chart topper. Amber Shaw of KYND 1520 and national radio personality Lonnie Hunter hosted the red carpet experience featuring several familiar faces such as Pastor Kim Burrell, Author Carlos Wallace, Gospel Singer Nikki Ross, Sky Houston of Majic 102.1 FM, Miss Mykie of BET, former Houston Texan’s Player Mister Alexander, The Musicians’ Wives, Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee, Earnest Walker of KTSU 90.9, Jonathan Martin of Fox 26, Mayor Sylvester Turner and the man of the hour, Dr. Earnest Pugh.
Over 250 guest were in attendance to witness Mayor Turner present a proclamation to Dr. Pugh for his achievements in the gospel industry. Directly following Mayor Turner’s proclamation, Dr. Pugh was surprised with a second proclamation from Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee. As Emcees Jonathan Martin and Kim Burrell continued the program, they welcomed special guest, gospel singer, Kathy Taylor. The Houstonian did a plethora of songs which left guest standing on their feet in awe. The singing continued as Terrence Hartford did a tribute to Dr. Pugh which led into Dr. Pugh speaking briefly to guest about his experiences as an award-winning gospel singer. After thanking Mayor Turner, Kira Pugh (Daughter), Earnistine Pugh (Sister), Keith Williams (Manager), Janice Weaver (City of Houston), and others, Pugh premiered his new music video for “I Need You to Breathe”. The event concluded with Dr. Pugh singing a special song with gospel artist, Nikki Ross.
Earnest Pugh’s full album is scheduled for release at the top of June 2017. For more information, please visit www.earnestpugh.com
Kurios is sexy enough for a hot new date, but fun and eye-catching enough for the entire family.
This is not your ordinary clowns coming out of tiny cars, large animals tamed by a whip, or white faced mimes clowning around kinda circus.
This show is sleek and tantalizing; delivering a dream-like glimpse into the inside of the Seeker’s (mad scientist) imagination. Through the Seeker’s exhaustive imaginings we’re able to see acrobats, gymnasts, contortionists, singers, jugglers and more go back and forth in time with a futuristic steam punk flair.
There is even a little person, Mini Lili, that lives inside of another character’s belly (Microcosmos)..
Would you think a finger show would keep your attention? Ha! Theater of hands will do just that. Multiple hands take us through a lifetime worth of events in minutes. The mini-dramas are projected onto a cloud.
I have to say my favorite performance is of the group of fish a.k.a female contortionist bending and twisting on a giant hand.
Each scene and performance is completely unexpected and delightfully unusual. You will definitely leave with an expanded imagination and tons to talk about. There was so much more to see, and we know you’re Kurios, but we won’t ruin it for you.
GRAMMY nominated artist Jhené Aiko celebrated the launch of her Teva x Jhené Aiko collection with a private event at NeueHouse in Los Angeles, California.
The ethereal cool girl wore an ATM bodysuit paired with Moussy denim and a Thompson Street Studio by Susan Cianciolo and Kiva Motnyk kimono from the Hammer Museum.
Jhené mingled with guests at the private event that took place on NeueHouse’s posh penthouse rooftop where she previewed the collection for an intimate crowd ahead of its May 2 public launch. Guests also enjoyed a vegan dinner with the artist who talked about the inspiration behind her second collection with Teva. Beau Big Sean also showed up to support and celebrate her new collection.
The Teva x Jhené Aiko collection is a fusion of Teva’s most iconic sandal silhouettes and the singer-songwriter’s daring yet eclectic style. Built with the adventurous soul in mind, the three exclusive shoe styles are available beginning May 2 at Teva.com, starting at $75.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: Singer Jhene Aiko at the launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: Singer Jhene Aiko at the launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: Singer Jhene Aiko (L) and rapper Big Sean at the launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: Singer Jhene Aiko at the launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: The launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: The launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
HOLLYWOOD, CA – MAY 01: The launch of the 2017 Teva x Jhene Aiko Collection at NeueHouse Los Angeles on May 1, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Deckers Brands/Teva)
Serbian pop songstress, model, and fashion designer DIDI J kicked off her first US Tour Say No More on March 30th in Los Angeles. Well known throughout Europe, and her home in the Balkans, DIDI J made her US debut with a 10-date tour in support of her forthcoming EP.
“I’m excited about bringing my music to the U.S.,” says DIDI J. “It is an amazing feeling to go on this tour and introduce my music to a new audience. I want my fans to dance and have fun to it. My songs are made with the spirit of fun love, and I want to share that with the world.”
DIDI J premiered the music video to her debut single “Say No More,” featuring Grammy Award-winning rapper Shaggy, earlier this year. Written about love, dancing, and being true to one another in love, the video – which has gained over 5 million views on YouTube – was produced by famed director Gil Green.
Another Dreamville Film. Cole and Scott Lazer team up for their second HBO special, J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only, named after his chart-topping album released last year. It comes after 2015’s Forest Hills Drive: Homecoming, which featured footage from the tour following Cole’s third album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive.
The new special will combine music performances and intimate interviews that highlight underdocumented voices. We visited Atlanta, Georgia; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Ferguson, Missouri; and Cole’s native Fayetteville, North Carolina; as well as his father’s hometown of Jonesboro, Arkansas, to discuss the issues.
The hourlong special premieres April 15 at 10 p.m. on HBO.
There’s a boom in medical marijuana dispensaries in the state of Californian and the U.S. These facilities have reached record numbers, cropping up like Starbucks or McDonald’s. States across the nation are legalizing medical and recreational marijuana. Our two unlikely heroes, Darius (DeRay Davis – “EMPIRE”, “21 Jump Street”, “GI Joe”) and Pat (Lil Duval – “Scary Movie 5″,”Meet the Blacks”), figure they can help the medical marijuana movement, but mainly help themselves by trying to grow their own cannabis and selling their crop to the dispensaries. Only one problem, knowing how to smoke weed doesn’t mean you know how to grow weed.
After taking a trip to “Dr. Doobie” (Malcolm McDowell – “Entourage”, “The Mentalist”, “Home Alone”) to become legally certified pot growers, they gain access to a Bel Air mansion to use as a “grow house.” Although they convince Snoop Dogg (played as himself) to fund their operation, our heroes soon discover what can grow wrong, will go wrong in this comedy of errors.
Soundtrack Available on Priority Records. New single “The Bong Song”
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