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Remembering Donna Summer – “The Queen of Disco”
Donna Summer “The Queen of Disco” passed away today at the age of of 63 of cancer. Summer’s musical journey started when I was too young to comprehend how much of an icon she was during the 70’s. I was more privy to her career during the album Bad Girls – but that was because [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Family Stand – “Ghetto Heaven”
The year was 1990 when the group Family Stand, which consists of, Peter Lord Moreland, V. Jeffrey Smith and Sandra St. Victor released the remix of “Ghetto Heaven”, which became a club anthem. Produced by Jazzy B of Soul II Soul, “Ghetto Heaven” climbed up the US and UK charts. This trio also wrote a [...]
Tami Roman of “Basketball Wives” – The Epitome of a Hood Rat
I do not routinely watch Basketball Wives on VH1, because I do not care to watch Black women represent themselves in such a negative light. Unfortunately, I caught a glimpse of the show while channel surfing and was appalled at how Tami Roman behaved on national television. Tami taking Kesha Nichols bag and cell phone [...]
We Are All Black: But You as a Light Skin Person Are Benefiting From Light Skin Privilege
Colorism:”is a practice of discrimination by which those with lighter skin are treated more favorably than those with darker skin. In the African-American community, this traditionally played out via the paper bag test. Those lighter than the standard paper lunch bag were allowed entry into fraternities, sororities and other realms of black upper class life, [...]
New Trailer Alert: True Blood – Season 5
Many of my readers who know me are quite aware that I love the HBO show, True Blood and have been a fanatic for quite some time. June 10th is the start of Season 5 – I’m excited! It appears this season will be focused on “The Authority”. It also appears “Sookie” will be getting [...]
The Marissa Alexander Case: Where “Stand Your Ground” Does Not Apply To Women of Color
OPINION – Marissa Alexander was sentience to 20 years in prison for shooting her gun into the ceiling after she stated she felt threatened by her notorious abusive husband, Rico Gray. Alexander, 31 invoked the same “stand your ground law” defense as did George Zimmerman when he shot and killed Trayvon Martin. In this case, [...]
10 Things My Grandmother Taught Me About Love – Mother’s Day Edition
Many of you know I lost my grandmother on March 2, 2012. Some of you are aware of the closeness and love we shared. My grandmother was my mother and father. Like some of you reading this, I grew up without my mother and father. My granny filled in the gap and raised me. We [...]
Kerry Washington’s “Scandal” Tops Black TV Ratings
The Nielsen ratings are in and Kerry Washington’s hit show, Scandal tops the television ratings among Blacks. Here is the rankings of other shows that are also heavily viewed in Black households: I’m a Once Upon a Time viewer myself and have also took a likening to Scandal. Nice to see Washington have a successful [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Blondie – “Heart of Glass”
The year was 1979 when Blonde dropped, “Heart of Glass” off their 3rd album Parallel Lines. Blonde who had already established a cult following, only propelled their popularity as they dipped into the disco genre with “Heart of Glass”. Not only did Blonde cater to punk, disco, reggae, they also engaged in hip-hop with the [...]
3 Things Adele Can Teach You About Relationships
Someone recently recommended I check out “ Adele Live At The Royal Albert Hall (DVD/CD).” Admittedly, I was reluctant. In my experience, people tend to exaggerate their opinions of entertainers based on who is the musical “flavor of the month”. What would I possibly learn from Adele? How could this DVD teach me anything at [...]
Remembering Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys
When I heard of the news of Adam Yauch aka MCA of the Beastie Boys passing away at the age of 47, I felt pieces of my child hood leave. The Beastie Boys to me was part of my introduction to what a hip hop group resembles – just like the Sugar Hill Gang and [...]
Prosecutors Got It Wrong: Homicide is Simply Not Felony Hazing – The Robert Champion Case
Florida prosecutors have filed charges against 13 individuals who participated in the beating death of Florida A&M drum major Robert Champion during a hazing ritual. 11 of the 13 will face felony charges while the other 2 will face only misdemeanors. After Champion was discovered unresponsive the, cause of death was due to internal bleeding, which cause him to go into shock.
Old School Video of the Week: Ultramagnetic MCs – “Poppa Large”
And watch your step though, I’m hype and ripe though, Kleptomaniac, my rhyme is psycho, A Ricky Ricardo, a Guy Lombardo, Sporting a ragtop, an El Dorado. The year was 1992 when the Bronx based group Ultramagentic MC’s drop this epic single entitled, “Poppa Large”. Kool Keith made this one of the hottest records that [...]
The 100 Million Dollar Quitter – Known As Amare Stoudemire.
The NBA playoffs are here, and the Knicks are continuing their losing streak in the post-season. The Knicks are in the process of being swept by the Heat if they do not win a game at home. We are on a playoff losing streak and haven’t won a post season game since we got back [...]
This is not America: The Murder of Anastasio Hernández-Rojas
OPINION – America the home of the brave and the land of the free – where we are held at high regard and standards verses those other nations like Syria and Iran. Yeah right! One must be delusional to think the United States of America has standards that require that we treat everyone humanely when [...]
The Khloe & Lamar Show Ends – Now Man Up Lamar!
TMZ has reported that Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have elected to cease operations on their spin off show Khloe & Lamar. They will make occasional appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. After Odom had been traded from the Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks at the start of the season, he appeared to be [...]
Stop Snitching & Fibbing: Ex-Bodyguard Claims Michael Jackson & Whitney Houston Had A Affair, & Other Allegations
The former bodyguard of Michael Jackson is now claiming that Jackson and Whitney Houston had a brief affair. Once the affair was over, Jackson did not quite get over it. Here is what the former British bodyguard and Multimillionaire martial arts master Matt Fiddes spilled the beans on: “I loved Michael so much but I [...]
New Music Video Alert: Nas – “The Don”
Since the New York Knicks are kicking off the playoffs today, what better way to show some NYC love, by showcasing Nas music video for “The Don”. Nas is flossing hard in this one, I would have showed a variety of shots of the hood like he did in the “Made You Look” video, to [...]
Update: Suspect Arrested For The Murder of Phylicia Barnes
Update: I am happy to report that a suspect was arrested for the murder of 17 year old Phylicia Barnes. I reported this story a year ago, and have voiced my opinion and concerns due to the lack of media attention this young lady received. As what I suspected all along the ex-boyfriend of Barnes’ [...]
Spotlight On Their Grind: LoudPen & Cacha Lopez – ‘The Network’
For-The-Masses (F-T-M) sat down with LoudPen and Cacha Lopez of The Network (TN) to discuss their business, future plans and their thoughts on utilizing social networking to promote a business. F-T-M: Hello LoudPen and Cacha, tell us a little bit about yourself and where you are originally from? Pen: I am originally from Cincinnati, OH [...]
New Music Alert: Nas – “Daughters”
“They say the coolest playas and foulest heart breakers in the world. God get’s us back, he makes us have precious little girls. Nas drops another single entitled, “Daughters” – produced by No I.D. This track is not only dope, but it has a clear and present message for fathers who worry about raising their [...]
New Movie Trailer Alert: Spike Lee’s ‘Red Hook Summer’
Here is the press release and snippet of Spike Lee’s new movie entitled, Red Hook Summer. I’m definitely going to see this one and I hope this film is successful when it is all said and done. If we show as much effort to flock to movies like Think Like a Man, we should show [...]
Old School Video of the Week: TLC – “Hat 2 Da Back”
TLC arrived on the scene in 1992 with their debut Ooooooohhh…On the TLC Tip, and took the R&B world by storm because they were different. TLC arrived with positive messages and did not have to wear revealing clothes to be deem sexy. Left Eye, T-Boz, and Chilli’s style were equip with bright colors, baggy jeans, [...]
Remembering Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes: May 27, 1971 – April 25, 2002
10 years have passed since the entertainment world lost one of the most charismatic rappers that have ever graced the mic. Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes straight out of Philadelphia, but during her career reside in Atlanta, was a member of the successful R&B group TLC. They emerged on the scene in 1992 with their release [...]
Side Eyed Alert: Brian McKnight Done Lost His Mind!
Brian McKnight who has released beautiful songs like “Back at One”, “Anytime”, stated on Twitter that he wanted to release an adult mixtape. The song “If You Ready To Learn” went viral after the video was posted to his Youtube account and the lyrics were analyzed. Here is some of the lyrical content: “let me [...]
Campaign Waged Against Street Harassment
As the weather gets warmer, especially right here in NYC we have the overabundance of men who look forward to harassing women as they walk by. From the multiple cat calls, whistling and the vulgar remarks, will become a nuisance for women who are just trying to get to their destination. I had spoken about [...]
Weekly Recap In Rants: The Secret Service Scandal, Tupac’s Hologram, Zimmerman, Dick Clark & Sean Bell’s Shooter: Has No Regrets
The Secret Service Scandal President Obama’s trip to attend Summit of Americas were overshadowed by the scandal involving the Secret Service using prostitutes, which is legal in Colombia. However, it does not mean that the Secret Service should have taken that opportunity to seek their services. All of this fine service for 1 Billion dollars [...]
The Shawn Carter Foundation To Give Away Scholarships
I have always rolled my eyes at Shawn Carter who we know as Jay-Z for his lack of maintaining a visible effort in giving back to the community. I have constantly berated him as a man who forgot where he came from since leaving Marcy Projects – especially after reports he gave away a dismal $6,431 [...]
DJ Mister Dior’s Coachella 2012 Soundtrack
We are back again to bring you some Friday music for your ear drums. DJ Mister Dior is back and has included a Coachella 2012 soundtrack to keep you entertained and moving your feet. Take a listen and show him some support – Ms. Scripter DJ Mister Dior’s Coachella 2012 Soundtrack 1. [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Janet Jackson – “What Have You Done For Me Lately” – Dick Clark Tribute
We lost another icon yesterday, who was not only a part of my child hood, but was essential for pop culture that spanned over 5o years in Dick Clark – who passed away of a heart attack at the age of 82. Being an 80′s baby one had to be living under a rock if [...]
- Update (Acura Apologizes) Note to Dark Skin Blacks: Acura Does Not Want You in Their Commercials
- Black Singles: 15 Common Relationship Mistakes We All Make
- Will Justice for Trayvon Martin End Up Like Latasha Harlins?
- Old School Video of the Week: MC Lyte – “Cappucino”
- Weekly Recaps In Rants: Gil Noble & Mike Wallace’s Passing, The Tulsa Shooting & The Targeting of Black People, etc
- New Music Alert: Kanye West feat. Big Sean, Pusha T & 2 Chainz – “Mercy”
- New Music Alert: Kanye West – “Theraflu” ft. DJ Khaled & DJ Pharris
- Old School Video of the Week: U2 “Pride (In The Name of Love)”
- Album Review: Nicki Minaj – Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded
- Was Tyler Perry Racially Profiled?
- Spike Lee Pays The Price For Tweeting Wrong Zimmerman Address
- Spotlight On Their Grind: Ni’cola Mitchell – NCM Publishing
- Tim Tebow: The New Pat Boone
- Old School Video of The Week: Arrested Development – “Tennessee”
- Lawrence O’Donnell & Charles Blow Are Joe Oliver’s Daddy
Lifestyle
We Are All Black: But You as a Light Skin Person Are Benefiting From Light Skin Privilege
Colorism:”is a practice of discrimination by which those with lighter skin are treated more favorably than those with darker skin. In the African-American community, this traditionally played out via the paper bag test. Those lighter than the standard paper lunch bag were allowed entry into fraternities, sororities and other realms of black upper class life, [...]
10 Things My Grandmother Taught Me About Love – Mother’s Day Edition
Many of you know I lost my grandmother on March 2, 2012. Some of you are aware of the closeness and love we shared. My grandmother was my mother and father. Like some of you reading this, I grew up without my mother and father. My granny filled in the gap and raised me. We [...]
3 Things Adele Can Teach You About Relationships
Someone recently recommended I check out “ Adele Live At The Royal Albert Hall (DVD/CD).” Admittedly, I was reluctant. In my experience, people tend to exaggerate their opinions of entertainers based on who is the musical “flavor of the month”. What would I possibly learn from Adele? How could this DVD teach me anything at [...]
Campaign Waged Against Street Harassment
As the weather gets warmer, especially right here in NYC we have the overabundance of men who look forward to harassing women as they walk by. From the multiple cat calls, whistling and the vulgar remarks, will become a nuisance for women who are just trying to get to their destination. I had spoken about [...]
Black Singles: 15 Common Relationship Mistakes We All Make
We all make mistakes in life, but I feel we often repeat a lot of the same mistakes from one relationship to the next. I think this happens because we fail to take personal responsibility for who we are and we think, eventually, it will work because “it’s not me it’s them”! Well, you are [...]
7 Types Of Women Every Man Should Date
I am going to give men a starting point for the types of women I feel are a good consideration to date. We, as men, know the goal is to have a woman we can love, cherish, hold, and make our wife. Of course what I am about to list is no guarantee of a [...]
7 Types Of Men Every Woman Should Date
There are some men who seem to attract the attention of every woman. Then there are other men who, well… maybe they go unnoticed more often than not. That initial attraction is based on emotion, lust, or physical desire and is not rooted in anything of substance. Making decisions to date and commit to a [...]
You’re not fat! Your just in the wrong hood!
You’re not fat, you’re just in the wrong hood! A Black Man’s perspective on beauty and Black Women. An essay by Nate Daley OK Enough talking about religion! I saw a front page article in the Washington Post showing that in a recent survey, black women have a higher sense of self esteem than white [...]
Job Fair Alert: GameStop
I walked into one of the GameStop stores yesterday and noticed a sign advertising that they will be having a job fair. They are hiring for the following: Store Manager Assistant Store Manger Senior Game Advisers Location: 32 E. 14th Street Union Square, in New York City Date: March 7, 2012 Time: 1oam-3pm [...]
Research Who You’re Dating Before You Commit
Although you don’t want to have a complete fear of commitment, many people need to have a little more caution about who they choose to date. Many people are just too happy to be intimately involved with someone or to have the appearance being intimately involved with someone that they neglect to do some of [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #6: Omar M.
Name: Omar M. Age: 32 Location: New York, NY Occupation: Physician-Office Assistant What are the three things your ideal woman should have? She definitely must have a bubble. I can’t do flat booties, I did that once. It doesn’t have to be crazy or a video vixen butt you have to have cake back [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #5 – Steve B
Name: Steve B. Age: 46 Location: Baltimore, MD Occupation: President & Founder of The Berlack Method, LLC What are your three things that your ideal woman should have? My ideal woman would have intelligence, a great sense of humor and confidence in her sensuality. What is your idea of the perfect first date? The perfect [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #4 Stephen M.
Name: Stephen M. Age: 32 Location: Fayetteville, NC Occupation: Aspiring Comedian What are your three things that your ideal/perfect woman should have? I love a woman with a great sense of humor, common sense, and ambition… She would be intelligent, spontaneous, GOD fearing, loyal and trustworthy. Oh and not crazy either… What is your idea [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #3 – Marcel
Name: Marcel Age: 41 Occupation: Account Manager Hometown: Bronx, New York Zodiac Sign: Pieces What are three things that your ideal woman should have? Great conversation, be open minded, and fun. What is your idea of the perfect first date? I like to make a woman say wow, on her first date. I like to [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #2 – Michael
Name: Michael Age: 20 Occupation – Student/Carpenter Hometown: Buffalo, NY Zodiac Sign: Cancer What is your idea of the perfect first date? – We go for a nice walk around a park or even the neighborhood enjoy each others presence and vibe off one another. We can find a local spot, grab something to eat [...]
F-T-M Most Eligible Bachelor #1: Charles
Name: Charles Age: 41 Occupation: Writer Hometown: Los Angeles Zodiac Sign: Capricorn Describe the perfect woman? – Cute & sexy, with a combo of street sense, common sense, and book sense. The ability to laugh. Good conversationalist/communicator. Can cook in the kitchen as well as the bedroom…or wherever we may happen to shed our clothes [...]
F-T-M Presents: Our Black Heroes – Emmett Louis “Bobo” Till
“I like niggers—in their place—I know how to work ‘em. But … they ain’t gonna go to school with my kids. And when a nigger gets close to mentioning sex with a white woman, he’s tired o’ livin’. I’m likely to kill him. Me and my folks fought for this country, and we got some [...]
F-T-M Presents: Our Black Heroes Series
Tomorrow is Black History Month and what makes this month even sweeter is the fact that we are in a leap year, which means we have an extra day to celebrate. F-T-M will celebrate Black History Month by showcasing our personal heroes, and give a summary on why they were selected. Some of our appointed [...]
Top 8 Locations For A Quickie: Becareful Big Brother May Be Watching
A friend of mine forward me a story from AskMen, that discusses the top 8 locations where people elect to have quickies. Before I reveal this list, let me reiterate something that I’m sure one is quite aware of. When you elect to have sexual intercourse in public, or places other than a hotel, or [...]
The Significance of Insignificance
I wanted to start off the New Year with an essay to answer some questions I was asked about my religious conclusions. Mostly, one that is constantly asked in one way or another. More or less, the question goes something like this: “If you don’t believe that God cares about humanity, then what is the [...]
Guest Post: Stop Saying People In Their 20′s Are Old!
I have been 20 years old for quite a while now, and I’m already getting responses from my young acquaintances about my age. For some of them, I commend them for giving me the compliment of having more freedom in my life. But as for the rest of them, I secretly want to punch them [...]
How To Save $100,000 In Cash
Here, is our 2nd installment in our lifestyle finance section, entitled How to Save $100,000. Mark once again wrote an excellent article detailing ways to save your money. This time, it focuses on achieving a goal of $100,000. It is reasonable to treat yourself to nice things once in a while. We do tend to [...]
A Better Me Challenge! ABMC… Week 9 Recap!
Happy New Year! Happy Holidays! I sincerely hope that each and every one of you had a wonderful holiday despite what it is you may celebrate. I hope that the atmosphere was fun, that you had warm nights of laughter with family and friends. Even if it wasn’t possible, I hope that you are able [...]
A Better Me Challenge! (ABMC) Week 8 Recap…
A little late on the post, but hey, life happens… Otherwise, Happy Tuesday! Week 8: Relationships – Do something nice for someone who would least expect it every single day. It doesn’t have to be extravagant, just thoughtful. (Random Acts of Kindness). Did it make you feel gooey inside to do something for others that [...]
Read the Expiration Date: Some Friendships Need to End
Have you ever just become so exhausted with a friendship that you have to keep wondering why you are torturing yourself by remaining friends? If you are constantly having more unpleasant days in a friendship than you positive days, then you need to consider allowing that friendship to end. Although all friendships will experience some [...]
A Better Me Challenge! Week 7 Recap…
Hey guys! How did you guys do this week with health and fitness? I did great! You want to know why? Probably because I didn’t try to take on getting healthy ALL AT ONCE! Small increments on getting my healthy back will get back will get me back on track in NO time! Whoop Whoop! [...]
A Better Me Challenge! A Recap on Weeks 5 & 6…
So we are already into week 7!?!?!?!?! Sheesh! Who would’ve thought that I could hold out for that long! I’m glad I did though. It definitely makes for an interesting story! So last week because I didn’t have access to a computer so I told you guys that you had ample time to get those budgets [...]
A Better Me Challenge! Week 6
Good Morning! Unfortunately,this week I really can not update due to my computer going completely crazy. I hate that, but also because I lost a family member on my birthday/Thanksgiving. Though this is not necessarily a bad thing! Me not being able to update you guys as normal gives you extra time to tweak that [...]
Cyber Monday Is Here: Support Minority Owned Businesses
Today is cyber Monday, which means one can find numerous deals on the Internet without having to be subjected to a gush of pepper spray by a fellow shopper. Or being stampede by the overzealous customer who wants to beat you to that last video game that is on sale. What better way to show [...]
The Blog Owner’s Thank You Note: Happy Thanksgiving!
I will like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has been extremely supportive in my life. I rarely write anything concerning my personal life, but this is an exception to the rule. I am immensely thankful to you all, for the love and support I had received from many of you when this [...]
What Is Brotherhood To Me?
Brotherhood to me… is the bonding together with like minds and understanding that we are in very serious times in America and we have to understand that the very survival of our people is at stake as resources in America become more and more scarce and the constant economic gaps continue to exist. That means [...]
Week 4 Recap: A Better Me Challenge! (ABMC)
I have to make this post pretty snappy! I’m tired, frustrated, hungry, and anxious, shall I go on? The challenge this week was… Self Image – After prioritizing our schedules, we should definitely make time to work your personal appearance. Looking good is feeling good! Challenge: Try to make extra time for yourself when you [...]
Week 3 of A Better Me Challenge! (ABMC): Time Management!!
Week 3 down; forty nine more weeks left. And a long 49 weeks that will be. This week we focused on Time Management! For some people this was a breeze, for others this was NOT! For me this wasn’t much of a challenge even though I definitely needed to work on. Sometimes I just feel [...]
- A Better Me Challenge! (ABMC) Week 2 Recap…
- A Better Me Challenge: Week 1 Recap
- A Note of Appreciation: To My Facebook Friends
- Why People Should Stay Single
- A Better Me: A 52 Week Challenge!
- Sense of Entitlement
- Just a Thought: Racism Ain’t So Bad
- What Is a Critical Thinker To You?
- Facebook Wars, Just Nuts!
- Sometimes It’s Best To Ignore People
- If The Earthquake Was Stronger, Would NYers Be Prepared?
- Female Singer Wanted for Rage Against The Machine Style Band!
- How To Invest Money In Your Teens
- New Job Alert: Chase Holding Job Fair in Brooklyn; Plans to Hire 1,000 [EXPIRED]
- I’ve Learned….I Know.. So I Do…
- Confessions of A Sort-of Out The Closet Non-Believer
- You Don’t Have to Live Like a Nun or Monk to be a True Christian
- Ladies: Are YOU The Reason Why You FAIL at Relationships?
- Happy Father’s Day!
- Question Of The Day: Is Not Receiving Oral Sex a Deal Breaker In Your Relationship?
Sports
The 100 Million Dollar Quitter – Known As Amare Stoudemire.
The NBA playoffs are here, and the Knicks are continuing their losing streak in the post-season. The Knicks are in the process of being swept by the Heat if they do not win a game at home. We are on a playoff losing streak and haven’t won a post season game since we got back [...]
Tim Tebow: The New Pat Boone
Tebow: The New Pat Boone An essay by Nathaniel Daley Anyone who knows me knows two basic things about me. One, I am a HUGE sports fan and two – I am a musician. I am sure that may be a little weird to most people who know me and read my blogs, that I [...]
Is it Time to Fade the NBA Slam Dunk Contest to Black?
OPINION -I remember the NBA All-Star festivities were a time to watch your favorite superstar player show off more of their skills with the inception of the slam dunk contest. I can roughly say I have been following this part of the festivities since 1985 a year after it was originally introduced. The first dunk [...]
Jeremy Lin Owes John Wall An Apology, For Breaking His Ankles
WASHINGTON – This NBA season so far has been unkind to the New York Knicks. From injuries, to just awful play on both ends of the court. Also, to our obvious point guard problem, which has been a constant thorn in this teams side since the start of the season. Until we signed a kid [...]
Blake Griffin & The Reorganization of Kendrick Perkins’ Manhood
Los Angelos -I have seen many dunks in my day, since watching the NBA over 20 years ago. I would have many discussions with my fellow sports fans on what was their favorite dunk ever performed by an NBA player. My personal favorites are KJ over Hakeem Olajuwon and Vince Carter over Federick Weis. The [...]
The NBA In Rants: Dan Gilbert The Player Hater, Chris Paul, Lamar Odom, David Stern, etc.
I usually do a weekly rant on Fridays, but the NBA has captivated the news that I decided to dedicate an entire post on the league. A lot of questionable and downright disingenuous actions by the NBA has taken place these past few days. From rejected trades, to free agent signings things have been shaping [...]
The NBA Is Back & So Is My Trash Talking: My 3 Hated/Loved Teams
NEW YORK – As one well knows the NBA season has been saved, and the owners and players have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement. Games will resume on Christmas Day with a triple header and more than likely the Knicks, Lakers, Heat, Bulls, Celtics, and Mavericks will probably be the teams selected. Around [...]
Mayweather vs Ortiz: Where Unsportsmanlike Conduct Fits Like A Boxing Glove
Las Vegas- Floyd Mayweather the fighter who many boxing fans love to hate, due to his flamboyance and his overall cocky attitude was set to fight Victor Ortiz. I’m not going to sit here and say I’m a humongous fan of Mayweather because I’m not. I will acknowledge that his record of 41-0 is exceptional. [...]
Would You Have Given Derek Jeter His 3,000 Career Hit Ball?
NEW YORK – I was not around a television set when Derek Jeter obtained his 3,000 career hit in such a dramatic home run fashion, that only the Captain can pull off. Mr. 3000 is now in elite company and is the 28th player to obtain this feat. He is also the first to do [...]
All Is Safe In The NBA: America’s Team Won The Championship
MIAMI – At the sound of the final buzzer, the newly appointed America’s team, the Dallas Mavericks beat the newly appointed evil empire, the Miami Heat to win their first NBA championship. This 2011 Finals reminded me of Good versus. Evil. The Heat played their role to a tee, as the evil villain. I was [...]
- Shaq Retires and Leaves Us with an Epitome of Greatness
- Lakers Reigning Champions Ended The Season With The Bad, and the Flat Out Ugly
- Jason “White Chocolate” Williams Retires for a 2nd time.
- Missing “The Answer” From The 2011 NBA Playoffs
- The Knicks: An Upset Is In The Making
- Barry Bonds Conviction Adds To MLB Lowest Moment
- The Knicks Must Part Ways With D’Antoni
- Did The NJ Nets Gamble Away Their Future on Deron Williams?
News/Politics
The Marissa Alexander Case: Where “Stand Your Ground” Does Not Apply To Women of Color
OPINION – Marissa Alexander was sentience to 20 years in prison for shooting her gun into the ceiling after she stated she felt threatened by her notorious abusive husband, Rico Gray. Alexander, 31 invoked the same “stand your ground law” defense as did George Zimmerman when he shot and killed Trayvon Martin. In this case, [...]
Prosecutors Got It Wrong: Homicide is Simply Not Felony Hazing – The Robert Champion Case
Florida prosecutors have filed charges against 13 individuals who participated in the beating death of Florida A&M drum major Robert Champion during a hazing ritual. 11 of the 13 will face felony charges while the other 2 will face only misdemeanors. After Champion was discovered unresponsive the, cause of death was due to internal bleeding, which cause him to go into shock.
This is not America: The Murder of Anastasio Hernández-Rojas
OPINION – America the home of the brave and the land of the free – where we are held at high regard and standards verses those other nations like Syria and Iran. Yeah right! One must be delusional to think the United States of America has standards that require that we treat everyone humanely when [...]
Update: Suspect Arrested For The Murder of Phylicia Barnes
Update: I am happy to report that a suspect was arrested for the murder of 17 year old Phylicia Barnes. I reported this story a year ago, and have voiced my opinion and concerns due to the lack of media attention this young lady received. As what I suspected all along the ex-boyfriend of Barnes’ [...]
Weekly Recap In Rants: The Secret Service Scandal, Tupac’s Hologram, Zimmerman, Dick Clark & Sean Bell’s Shooter: Has No Regrets
The Secret Service Scandal President Obama’s trip to attend Summit of Americas were overshadowed by the scandal involving the Secret Service using prostitutes, which is legal in Colombia. However, it does not mean that the Secret Service should have taken that opportunity to seek their services. All of this fine service for 1 Billion dollars [...]
Update (Acura Apologizes) Note to Dark Skin Blacks: Acura Does Not Want You in Their Commercials
TMZ has reported that the Acura commercial during the 2012 Super Bowl featuring Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno – seek the services of only friendly looking Blacks that were not too dark for the role of the car salesman. The casting document clearly highlighted the following criteria that Acura looked for: “”Nice looking, friendly, Not [...]
Will Justice for Trayvon Martin End Up Like Latasha Harlins?
On March 16, 1991, a 15 year old African-American girl named Latasha Harlins – enter Empire Liquor Market store in Compton, California and proceeded to grab an orange juice – and place it in her back pack. Before she could pay for the item, Korean store owner Soon Ja Du confronted her – and accused [...]
Weekly Recaps In Rants: Gil Noble & Mike Wallace’s Passing, The Tulsa Shooting & The Targeting of Black People, etc
There were a lot of stories this week that captivated my interest and many of you as well. Let’s get started: The Passing of Gil Noble Harlem born, legendary journalist and the host of Like It Is – Gil Noble passed away this week – after suffering from a stroke that left him unable to [...]
Was Tyler Perry Racially Profiled?
An associate of mine, on Facebook shared a note that was written by Tyler Perry – detailing his interactions recently with the Atlanta Police Dept. Perry thought the entire encounter was racial profiling. After Perry posted the note, he received well over 100, 000 likes and close to 10,000 shares. Here, is the full note [...]
Spike Lee Pays The Price For Tweeting Wrong Zimmerman Address
I was on Twitter at the time, when Director Spike Lee decided to tweet — what he assumed was George Zimmerman’s address to all of his followers. Lee came to the realization later on, that it was the wrong address and the elderly couple who resides at the residence – stated that they have lived [...]
- Lawrence O’Donnell & Charles Blow Are Joe Oliver’s Daddy
- Weekly Recap In Rants Part II: The Trayvon Martin Case
- Weekly Recap In Rants Part I: Whitney Houston’s Toxicology Report, El Debarge’s Arrest, & Tim Tebow
- He Profiled, Stalked, and Killed: The Trayvon Martin Story – Update 911 Tapes Released
- Rush Limbaugh Should Have Kept That Weak Apology To Himself
- Weekly Recap In Rants Part II: Whitney Houston’s Funeral Service
- Weekly Recap In Rants: Part I – Too $hort/XXL Mag Advocates Sexually Assaulting Young Women, Honduras Prison Fire, & Gary Carter Death
- Giants Fan Salsa Dances At UMASS – Is Sucker Punch For The Trouble
Entertainment
Remembering Donna Summer – “The Queen of Disco”
Donna Summer “The Queen of Disco” passed away today at the age of of 63 of cancer. Summer’s musical journey started when I was too young to comprehend how much of an icon she was during the 70’s. I was more privy to her career during the album Bad Girls – but that was because [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Family Stand – “Ghetto Heaven”
The year was 1990 when the group Family Stand, which consists of, Peter Lord Moreland, V. Jeffrey Smith and Sandra St. Victor released the remix of “Ghetto Heaven”, which became a club anthem. Produced by Jazzy B of Soul II Soul, “Ghetto Heaven” climbed up the US and UK charts. This trio also wrote a [...]
Tami Roman of “Basketball Wives” – The Epitome of a Hood Rat
I do not routinely watch Basketball Wives on VH1, because I do not care to watch Black women represent themselves in such a negative light. Unfortunately, I caught a glimpse of the show while channel surfing and was appalled at how Tami Roman behaved on national television. Tami taking Kesha Nichols bag and cell phone [...]
New Trailer Alert: True Blood – Season 5
Many of my readers who know me are quite aware that I love the HBO show, True Blood and have been a fanatic for quite some time. June 10th is the start of Season 5 – I’m excited! It appears this season will be focused on “The Authority”. It also appears “Sookie” will be getting [...]
Kerry Washington’s “Scandal” Tops Black TV Ratings
The Nielsen ratings are in and Kerry Washington’s hit show, Scandal tops the television ratings among Blacks. Here is the rankings of other shows that are also heavily viewed in Black households: I’m a Once Upon a Time viewer myself and have also took a likening to Scandal. Nice to see Washington have a successful [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Blondie – “Heart of Glass”
The year was 1979 when Blonde dropped, “Heart of Glass” off their 3rd album Parallel Lines. Blonde who had already established a cult following, only propelled their popularity as they dipped into the disco genre with “Heart of Glass”. Not only did Blonde cater to punk, disco, reggae, they also engaged in hip-hop with the [...]
Remembering Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys
When I heard of the news of Adam Yauch aka MCA of the Beastie Boys passing away at the age of 47, I felt pieces of my child hood leave. The Beastie Boys to me was part of my introduction to what a hip hop group resembles – just like the Sugar Hill Gang and [...]
Old School Video of the Week: Ultramagnetic MCs – “Poppa Large”
And watch your step though, I’m hype and ripe though, Kleptomaniac, my rhyme is psycho, A Ricky Ricardo, a Guy Lombardo, Sporting a ragtop, an El Dorado. The year was 1992 when the Bronx based group Ultramagentic MC’s drop this epic single entitled, “Poppa Large”. Kool Keith made this one of the hottest records that [...]
The 100 Million Dollar Quitter – Known As Amare Stoudemire.
The NBA playoffs are here, and the Knicks are continuing their losing streak in the post-season. The Knicks are in the process of being swept by the Heat if they do not win a game at home. We are on a playoff losing streak and haven’t won a post season game since we got back [...]
The Khloe & Lamar Show Ends – Now Man Up Lamar!
TMZ has reported that Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have elected to cease operations on their spin off show Khloe & Lamar. They will make occasional appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. After Odom had been traded from the Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks at the start of the season, he appeared to be [...]
- Stop Snitching & Fibbing: Ex-Bodyguard Claims Michael Jackson & Whitney Houston Had A Affair, & Other Allegations
- New Music Video Alert: Nas – “The Don”
- New Music Alert: Nas – “Daughters”
- New Movie Trailer Alert: Spike Lee’s ‘Red Hook Summer’
- Old School Video of the Week: TLC – “Hat 2 Da Back”
- Remembering Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes: May 27, 1971 – April 25, 2002
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