"The people need a female rapper," says Toussa, the president of GOTAL; an all-women's collective of Senegalese rappers, producers, singers and beat makers who paired with a woman-led NGO called Speak Up Africa to write songs about global health issues in their communities.

Developed at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Beat Making Lab is a program that brings the tools and techniques of digital music making to young musicians in developing nations. Episodes documenting the experience in Senegal will air Wednesdays on PBS Digital Studios' Beat Making Lab channel. Professor Pierce Freelon and producer Apple Juice Kid host.

The Architects: Stephen Levitin (aka Apple Juice Kid) and Pierce Freelon

Mastermind of Videography and Editing: Saleem Reshamwala aka Kid Ethnic (additional camera work by Felix Sarr)

Musical Poetry: Apple Juice Kid and GOTAL

GOTAL: Toussa, Sister LB, Anta, Venus, Donia Sonia Lady Zee and Ina

Show Wrapper Magicians: Josh Souter (stop motion/logo), Emily Forsberg (photography), Kelly Mertestdorf (producer)

Senegal kin folk: Speak Up Africa: Fara Ndiaye, Awa Ndoye, Yacine Djibo, Felix and Abdul; Toussa's family, Intrahealth, Blaise Senghor Cultural Center, Darra J Family, Julie Pitts [Woodville NC], and our good friend Ali Neef. 

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Watch this episode of The LifeStyleHer with Mashonda as she catches up with her friend Yandy to discuss motherhood, Mandeecees, baby shopping and more.

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Stormy Wellington

Stormy Wellington is a thirty-two year old powerhouse who was a millionaire before she was thirty. With the way her life began, no one expected success from this young woman. Stormy grew up what most would consider a rough upbringing living some of her time in foster homes while her mother was out trying to make it. to read more http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mackmama/2013/05/15/interview-with-stormy-wellington

If any cast members have the power to ‘revolt’ it’s Love & Hip Hop Atlanta not Love & Hip Hop New York!

via TMZ:
Big trouble on the set of VH1′s “Love & Hip Hop” TMZ has learned, the stars of the show are refusing to go to work and it’s all because they think they’re getting shafted in contract negotiations.

Sources close to the show tell us, all cast members were supposed to be present Tuesday in NYC to film a trailer for the upcoming season, but only half of the cast showed up. The other half stayed home in protest because negotiations for their new contracts had gone sour.

We’re told the half that did show up then got upset believing they too were entitled to revised contracts and stormed off.

We’re told most of the cast members want more money as much as double their last contract but there are other problems too some are pissed at how they were portrayed last season and they want more say in what footage gets aired.

We’re told emergency meetings have since been called with the angry cast members and they’re hoping to get what they want by the end of the week. If they don’t we’re told the cast members plan to stick to their guns and continue their strike for as long as necessary. We reached out to VH1 for comment so far, no word back.

Chrissy and Emily need to return because last season of LHHNY was garbage!! What are your thoughts? Post your comments below.

I feel like new blood. I feel like something special," French Montana says as he sits in a conference room at Interscope Records in Santa Monica, Ca. He's responding to a question about how it feels to be a new artist on the legendary Bad Boy Records that over the years has boasted a roster that included Notorious B.I.G., Faith Evans, 112, Black Rob and Danity Kane.

"Honestly, I feel like people want to see new blood," he continues. "I feel like everybody got something to bring to the table and Puff is like Phil Jackson. He's gone show you what way to go to get to the championship."  TO READ MORE AND SEE VIDEO

http://music.yahoo.com/blogs/hip-hop-media-training/french-montana-says-approached-excuse-french-mixtape-215759157.html

Two days after the birthday of iconic human rights leader, El-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz (Malcolm X),his grandson, Malcolm Shabazz, was buried next to him and his wife, Dr. Betty Shabazz, at Ferncliff Cemetery in Hartsdale, NY, according to a statement released by Shabazz family spokesperson, Terrie Williams. NewsOne has obtained his funeral program.

“Malcolm Shabazz was laid to rest today, Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at 11:30 AM near his grandparents (Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz) at Ferncliff Cemetery in Hartsdale, NY,” the statement reads. “He was surrounded by his mother Qubilah; his aunts–Attallah, Gamilah, Ilyasah, Malaak, Malikah, other family & very close friends. Surprise guest and friend, R&B recording artist, Jaheim, offered his condolences and sang acapella “I Miss You (For Moms)” from his 1st album entitled “Ghetto Love”. Malcolm and Jaheim met at a youth rally The Terrie Williams Agency hosted at a Queens Public Library many years ago.”

As previously reported by NewsOne, Shabazz died from vicious injuries sustained on May 9, 2013 in Mexico City, Mexico, during a brawl at the Palace bar near Plaza Garibaldi, reportedly a dangerous area for tourists.

to read more @ 

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'Grigris' Premiere - The 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 22: (L-R) Actor Souleymane Deme, actress Anais Monory and director Mahamat-Saleh Haroun attend the 'Grigris' Premiere during the 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 22, 2013 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

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When sporting an Oklahoma City Thunder jersey, it's not exactly clear how many tattoos Kevin Durant has. Depending on what you see him wearing, sometimes it doesn't look like he has any.

But he does. And what he has is freaking enormous.

The Durantula posted a photo on his Instagram account that shows off his intricate back tattoo.

TO READ MORE http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1648334-kevin-durant-shows-off-massive-back-tattoo-after-its-completion?hpt=hp_t3

JENNIFER SKYE 

Jennifer Skye has captured the heart of the entertainment industry and is rapidly soaring to success. Introduced in such videos as Slowdown by Fat Joe featuring Young Jeezy and directed by Parris, as well as Love Come Down by Fabolous, directed by Aristotle; the talented Jennifer Skye has been lauded by industry stalwarts for her professionalism and on screen talents. 

On the scene since 2008, Ms. Skye has rapidly become one of the most interesting women to watch in the industry. Most recently, the New York native graced the covers of Smooth Magazine’s annual Jamaica issue. 

Ms. Skye is a "must have" ingredient in today's fashion and entertainment world. Most often featured amongst the world's top Hip Hop acts, this ambitious and sultry newcomer is an ardent lover of sports, music, and fashion. 

An aspiring fashion designer, she is currently pursuing her own line of clothing. 

Ms. Skye currently resides in New York City and is available for club and video bookings and autograph signings. To learn more about Jennifer Skye please visit her on Facebook  

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 or or follow her on Twitter: http://twitter.com/JenSkeye. Appearance requests should be made via email at jenskyebookings@gmail.com or by contacting 917.418.0166

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Third video off of LD's debut mixtape, "So Hard."

Download the free mixtape at: http://lildicky.com

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Brian Storm on the visuals
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Starring Melissa Soria 
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Lyrics - 

Chorus

And y'aint even want it wit da boy
Cuz the way I'm livin life, is a muthafuckin joy 

On some grown man BI
I could have been a girl
Or any ethnicity up in the world 

but I'm rollin with the top back
I ain't gotta worry where the cops at
I ain't gotta wear a fucking bra strap

Me and the crew
Are really doing everything that we like to
Man it's a damn good day to be a white dude

Verse 1

shit, im living good up in this bitch
dicky rollin round the city, blowin good up in that wip
I aint black or Dominican, not Hispanic or Indian
So imprisonment is not a predicament, I envision

For a white boy 
Hollatcha muthafuckin k***, boy
Higher than a muthafuckin kite, it's iight boi

They ain't suspicious of jews
Ill show contrition it's cool
Slap on the wrist, get ma daddy to choose 
One of them top lawyers dat be rollin round in his crew
I'm eating chop soy and bowlin on a carnival cruise

Das what I do kid
Happy that my name aint stupid
Dave coulda been Daquan wit a few kids 

But now I'm farting, overeating at meals, 
If ain't I gotta theme party, Ion't be at goodwill 
I'm dentist paying, tennis playing, smellin on some cabernet 
And I aint gay but if I was, everything would be okay, look...

I know I'm being condescending in ma rhymes
But ma premium channels mean tyler perry's never live
getting tickets, they sick, I sit at the eagle 
where I'm eating when I'm high's where they eat at to survive (food chainssss)

Chorus

And y'aint even want it wit da boy
Cuz the way I'm livin life, is a muthafuckin joy 

On some grown man BI
I could have been a girl
Or any ethnicity up in the world 

but I'm rollin with the top back
I ain't gotta worry where the cops at
I ain't gotta wear a fucking bra strap

Me and the crew
Are really doing everything that we like to
Man it's a damn good day to be a white dude

Verse 2

Yeah. It's little DI in this bitch ho
Happy that I'm white, but relieved I aint a chick yo
I never wake up and have to cake on ma make up
Or straighten hair, I aint given a damn

I'm wearing whatever I wanna in this muthafucka
They up in heels
And tummy tuckin, theyon't grub except for takin them pills, foreal...

And ion't bleach shit
Ion't gotta eat dick
I aint bleeding up out ma penis
Smoking the weed, ion't fall asleep because I'm cheefing
In disagreements, i participate without weeping
And when I'm freaking, I'm getting daps, high fives, and all that
Ma rep goin up, and at best, ho a slut 

So what up
Ya boy cut up
But eat butter
and I ain't gotta speak to ma mother...to still love her
And I been getting better looking with age
But a guy can get who he deserves wit a horrible face 

Seal interlude

I go on dates, and never have to worry bout getting raped
And I watch a game and never have to worry bout how it's played
And I meet a babe and never have to act deliriously fake

And if impregnate I can pack a back and be on my way, but good luck girl!

Chorus

And y'aint even want it wit da boy
Cuz the way I'm livin life, is a muthafuckin joy 

On some grown man BI
I could have been a girl
Or any ethnicity up in the world 

but I'm rollin with the top back
I ain't gotta worry where the cops at
I ain't gotta wear a fucking bra strap

Me and the crew
Are really doing everything that we like to
Man it's a damn good day to be a white dude

Outro (arguably the best part, stick around for it)

Beat - Where the Boys At by OMG Girlz (check out their original track on itunes, really talented ladies)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/whe...

My mixtape is for promotional use only. Just a dude having some fun in his room

A short documentary about the creative collaboration behind Ghostface Killah's 12 Reasons To Die comic book, executive produced by RZA. 

The video features interviews with Ghostface Killah, co-creators Adrian Younge & CE Garcia (composer & musician of 12 Reasons To Die album, respectively), co-creators Matthew Rosenberg and Patrick Kindlon (writers of the 12 Reasons To Die comic), and producer Matt Pizzolo of Black Mask Studios.

The comic book is available in stores everywhere and online at www.blackmaskstore.com

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ASAP Ferg top songs. Hundred Million Roses; Work; Death B4 A Million; A Hundred Million Roses; Persian Wine; Choppas On Deck; Diamond Dust; Kissin Pink ...

more video@ http://youzeek.com/?Artist=ASAP+Ferg&page=Biography&lng=EN

Power 105.1FM - Breakfast Club: Interview with K. Michelle

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When Sharon and Ms. Drama meet in an attempt to resolve their issues, the conversation turns to yelling and name calling.

Can’t trust these hoes! Floyd Mayweather better keep his eyes on his riches AND his b****es cuz his fiancée has allegedly been inboxing photos of her box to another man…

Specifically the club promoter that was once chopping down Vivica Fox!

According to Mommy’s Dirty Little Secret:

Looks like Floyd Mayweather has gotten a taste of his own medicine because he allegedly caught his fiance Shantel Jackson cheating with Atlanta producer (and Vivica Fox’s former fiance) Omar Slim. At first, cheating rumors were going around between Shantel and 50 Cent, but now it is someone else…

Our source tells us that Mayweather found out that Shantel had a cell phone, just to call Omar, and that the two were exchanging photos of their private parts. Something we already know Miss Jackson is good at…

Dayuuuuuum talk about D-List lovin’! Well hasn’t Floyd still been slippin’ his ex the D anyway? What’s good for the goose is good for the gander, ain’t that what they say?

Check out more photos of both pairs on the flip…

- See more at: http://bossip.com/774240/sorry-ms-jackson-floyd-mayweathers-fiancee-banger-caught-creepin-with-which-hollyweird-stars-ex/#.UZvRwV-WUZ8

 

A Twitter follower tweeted Roy shortly after he cleared his name, letting him know that they were surprised that people were coming for him over Kelly’s revealing lyrics, and he was quick to agree..

Oooo-wee! Sounds like shots fired to us. Kelly reportedly dated Nelly’s former manager Cudda once upon a time, which is who Roy is referring to in this retweet.

However, this guy wasn’t the only one rumored to have given Kelly her kisses down low at one point or another over the years, so she could just as easily be referring to any one of them….if you believe they actually dated.

Hit the flip to peep the guys that were rumored to have given Ms. Kelly the bizness over the years and could in turn be the culprit she’s referring to in “Dirty Laundry,” including a pic of  this “Cudda” character mentioned above in Roy’s tweet

See more at: http://bossip.com/773948/clap-back-kelly-rowlands-ex-fiance-roy-williams-responds-to-allegations-that-he-put-them-paws-on-her-during-their-relationship/2/#.UZvQPV-WUZ8

Moore, Oklahoma (CNN) -- Even for a city toughened by massive tornadoes, Moore has never seen this kind of devastation.

The vicious tornado that ripped across central Oklahoma on Monday killed at least 51 people -- with about 40 more bodies expected to arrive at the Oklahoma state medical examiner's office, Amy Elliott of the coroner's office said Tuesday. Roughly half of the expected bodies are children.

Heartbreaking scenes in Oklahoma City after disaster

SOURCE OF STORY 

http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/21/us/severe-weather/index.html?hpt=hp_t1