On Saturday, June 8, 2013 the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Drumline taped their first music video titled “Inspire Through My Eyes.” The song was written to send out the message to the world that it takes a community to save our youth. The song was performed and written by various members of the drumline […]
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In 1979, President Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month. Since then, presidents have announced to Americans to celebrate Black Music Month. During President Barack Obama‘s presidency he has announced the observance under a new title, African-American Music Appreciation Month. In celebration of the wonderful musical achievements and contributions made by African
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(New York, NY) The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor Top Dawg Entertainment rapper-songwriter Kendrick Lamar with the ASCAP Vanguard Award during its 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards. The invitation-only event will take place on Thursday, June 27th, 2013 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California. The ASCAP Vanguard Award recognizes the impact of
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Business owner Monique Bolden says, “Don’t knock it until you try it.” For some, that might sound a bit risqué, but in her business, Slumber Parties by Monique, it’s just that simple — have some fun while hosting a guilt free ladies night out. Last week, the feisty and petite twenty-eight year old chatted with
NEW YORK — Darrell Gooden had wanted to vote in the historic 2008 presidential election, but couldn’t. As a former felon who was released a year prior, he had no right to cast a ballot under Virginia law. Today, all of that has changed — for Gooden, and thousands of other ex-felons
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Reader Tabitha S. (like me, an avid San Francisco 49er fan) so adored my conclusion to last week’s newsletter, that she remarked that “the U.S. markets ankles must have ruptured, Achilles tendons exploded and knees buckled, as Friday’s market collapse was like seeing a linebacker destroyed by an opposing teams wide receiver, who
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Slumber Parties By Monique: Fast Growing, Lucrative Business Opportunity for Women (San Diego, CA) – May 31, 2013–Independent Consultant and Military Diva with lethal weapons, Monique Bolden is pleased to announce her business, Slumber Parties by Monique. Slumber Parties is a leading female-owned intimate products company and one of the
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When I first met Jacqueline Penhos a couple of years ago, we instantly clicked. It was as though we had known each other for years—probably because we both share the gift of gab! When we finally met again, I discovered that Jackee, a self-described and passionate Generation Y’er, loves life and puts others first.
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The San Diego Jazz Festival is back and with a vengeance! The three day festivities will take place at the luxurious La Costa Resort, located in Carlsbad, CA on May 24 – 27 2013. Many of the performers are, “The Chocolate Voice” favorites including; show stoppers award-winning Charlie, “Last Name” Wilson and KEM, who will perform
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Grammy award winning hip hop Christian artist Lecrae, and World Champion basketball player Dwyane Wade join forces for the launch of the National Campaign “This Is Fatherhood.” The campaign will begin with the nation’s first ever “Fatherhood Challenge,” where contestants will submit a song, photo, video or an essay that answers the question, “What