On today's addition of Sing-A-Long Saturday I want to share a song that has been on my most played list for a while now. As you know, last weeks Smart Sunday showcased the lovely Miss Coco Jones. This song is a collaboration with Big Rec that features Coco Jones. It's called Can We Talk. To me this song is the essence of the hip hop that I miss so much.
To quote Big Rec and his RHHIB movement, Real Hip Hop IS Back!
Big Rec is current on the Summer Of Sum Tour. Click here to get more info and purchase you're tickets!
http://www.summerofsumtour.com/
Follow him on twitter for updates @bigreczilla
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Smart Sunday- Coco Jones
Hello all you smart and beautiful people! On this Smart Sunday I would like to introduce you to Ms. Coco Jones
She is the next wave in the revolution of music.This beautiful young lady is a singer, song writer, rapper and graphic designer. Coco Jones is no stranger to the music industry. The first time I saw her perform I was not prepared for the full spectrum of Ms Coco Jones' talent. I suppose I could tell you all about her amazing vocal range, her versatile rap style and her energetic performances. I could but I don't believe I would effectively convey in words what it is to see her in the flesh. I would suggest that you find her in a town near you on the 54 Weeks Tour (www.54weeks.com).
“It may seem crazy to pick up and leave everything familiar to go on a year-long tour to others, but I’m on this journey to better myself as an artist and as an individual. The tour is a self-funded, grassroots tour much like what many Rock Bands do to be heard. I and 4 other solo artists packed into a van and we’re making it happen on our own, i.e. Bookings, Management, Recording, Packaging, Promo...everything. I believe I need to invest that in myself first before I expect anyone else to do so.”
Jones is taking the tour as an opportunity to perform and push material from “Customs” as well as new solo project, “Anticipating”, and Mixtape, “Nosce Temet: Know Thyself”.
Coco’s vocals can be heard on a number of independently released projects with artists including BIGREC, THE-5IVE, Collin Gibson, Jawz of Life, Shred the Verbal Tongue, Dangerous Rob, Phurious Stlyes, IMA, and on well knowns like Baby aka Birdman’s album '5 Star Stunna', on the opening track “Fully Loaded”.
Given the sensuality of Janet Jackson, the charisma and edge of Pink, the essence & soul of Mary J. Blige and Aretha Franklin,
and the lyrical prowess of Lauryn Hill, songwriter, vocalist and emcee, CoCo Jones represents the next level of classic music.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Monday Motivation
Image by mansionwb via FlickrI find that of all the days in the week, Mondays are hardest to get started. Can you relate? Even if you love Mondays (O_o) you should be able to relate to this thought.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Albert Einstein
That's right. People doubted, opposed and didn't support Albert Einstein, accepted genius. It's OK if the world, your friends or your family do not immediately understand what it is your striving for.
You just keep moving forward. Eventually they will get on board... or they will get lost.
Stay motivated this Monday. Use it as an opportunity to get closer to where you want to be.
Make today great!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Smart Sunday- Shannon Dee
Hello every one!
On this the inaugural Smart Sunday I would like to introduce you Ms. Shannon Dee.
Shannon is beautiful, smart and very talented. When I first met Shannon it was at a model function. Shannon stood out to me because she was intelligent and friendly. She also had a kind word for every person she came in contact with. She is such a great person both inside and out. When asked to tell the world a bit about herself the modest Ms. Dee had this to say:
"What are we doing today Brain?" lol! Right now i'm still in school... working on my Masters. I'll be graduating in December. New Projects... i'm modeling, still attempting to get more into the high fashion scene. I'm taking acting classes so I can hopefully get a principle speaking role in a film this year. We will see how this goes. I'm starting out as a movie reviewer on Examiner.com. (http://www.examiner.com/movie-in-atlanta/shannon-walker) And I just finished my first book, an inspirational story titled "Learning Life's Lessons" which will hopefully be published either this year or early next year. I plan on attending law school next year. And i also plan to to possibly do some coaching/speaking/consulting. Basically wherever God is taking me is where I'll be. :-)
Get to know Ms. Shannon Dee even better by following her on twitter @IamShannonDee
I'm sure you'll agree that she is indeed a bona-fide Pretty Smart young lady. Also check out this feature on her by Miles Jackson.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.138778402829454.17034.100000918844007
On this the inaugural Smart Sunday I would like to introduce you Ms. Shannon Dee.
Shannon is beautiful, smart and very talented. When I first met Shannon it was at a model function. Shannon stood out to me because she was intelligent and friendly. She also had a kind word for every person she came in contact with. She is such a great person both inside and out. When asked to tell the world a bit about herself the modest Ms. Dee had this to say:
"What are we doing today Brain?" lol! Right now i'm still in school... working on my Masters. I'll be graduating in December. New Projects... i'm modeling, still attempting to get more into the high fashion scene. I'm taking acting classes so I can hopefully get a principle speaking role in a film this year. We will see how this goes. I'm starting out as a movie reviewer on Examiner.com. (http://www.examiner.com/movie-in-atlanta/shannon-walker) And I just finished my first book, an inspirational story titled "Learning Life's Lessons" which will hopefully be published either this year or early next year. I plan on attending law school next year. And i also plan to to possibly do some coaching/speaking/consulting. Basically wherever God is taking me is where I'll be. :-)Get to know Ms. Shannon Dee even better by following her on twitter @IamShannonDee
I'm sure you'll agree that she is indeed a bona-fide Pretty Smart young lady. Also check out this feature on her by Miles Jackson.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.138778402829454.17034.100000918844007
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Waste not Wednesday
Image via WikipediaHELLO world! Todays Waste not Wednesday is a great deal! E.L.F. Cosmetics is having a buy one get one half off sale!!!! As their website says:
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
Beauty and Brains
Good day all!
Today I am announcing a new segment that I will be presenting on the blog. I always feel a bit off kilter when some one is shocked that I am well spoken. I am personally against the notion that girls may only be pretty or smart. Why choose? I know many women who are Brilliant Beauties. To prove that point I will be spotlighting some of these ladies on Smart Sundays. If you know any Pretty Smart ladies please refer them to me so that we can put this terrible stereotype to bed.
(Pretty Smart- pretty and smart )
Have a great day!
Today I am announcing a new segment that I will be presenting on the blog. I always feel a bit off kilter when some one is shocked that I am well spoken. I am personally against the notion that girls may only be pretty or smart. Why choose? I know many women who are Brilliant Beauties. To prove that point I will be spotlighting some of these ladies on Smart Sundays. If you know any Pretty Smart ladies please refer them to me so that we can put this terrible stereotype to bed.
(Pretty Smart- pretty and smart )
Have a great day!
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
I Stand
This is a poem I wrote for HLA (Haitians Living in Atlanta) Cultural Event on 4/23/2011. It was AWESOME. Hope you like the poem. Next post I'll be sharing some info on some the other amazing performers who were there.
I stand for our history, before 1804
I stand for the brothers and sisters that were taken from their land and brought to lands unknown
I stand for the forefathers who would not lie idly while our people suffered
I stand for our past, for although it is behind us there are yet lessons to be learned
I stand for the tragedy that we have endured, for the pain that we have suffered, for the dancing that we have done, for the laughter that we have enjoyed
I stand for the mothers,
I stand for the fathers who continue to be providers in their homes, who continue to be examples to their families and who continue to lead us.
I stand for the women who suffer under the burden of feeding their children, who wonder when the next meal will come, who continue to thrive and love and do all that they can in a land that has been raped, pillaged and left barren.
I stand for the children who will become our future. They will be left to deal with the consequences of our actions.
I stand for the present because right now is the time for us to take our land back, to take both our memories and dreams and turn them all into reality. Now is the time to turn all the possibilities into amazing actualities.
I stand for the future of Haiti.
I stand for all the things we know can be and all that we will achieve.
I stand for the strength of our men, the beauty of our women and the intelligence of our youth.
I stand with every one of my brothers and sisters who is not afraid to say,
I stand for Haiti.
I stand for our history, before 1804
I stand for the brothers and sisters that were taken from their land and brought to lands unknown
I stand for the forefathers who would not lie idly while our people suffered
I stand for our past, for although it is behind us there are yet lessons to be learned
I stand for the tragedy that we have endured, for the pain that we have suffered, for the dancing that we have done, for the laughter that we have enjoyed
I stand for the mothers,
I stand for the fathers who continue to be providers in their homes, who continue to be examples to their families and who continue to lead us.
I stand for the women who suffer under the burden of feeding their children, who wonder when the next meal will come, who continue to thrive and love and do all that they can in a land that has been raped, pillaged and left barren.
I stand for the children who will become our future. They will be left to deal with the consequences of our actions.
I stand for the present because right now is the time for us to take our land back, to take both our memories and dreams and turn them all into reality. Now is the time to turn all the possibilities into amazing actualities.
I stand for the future of Haiti.
I stand for all the things we know can be and all that we will achieve.
I stand for the strength of our men, the beauty of our women and the intelligence of our youth.
I stand with every one of my brothers and sisters who is not afraid to say,
I stand for Haiti.
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