Thursday, March 31, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
ALBUM SALES ENDING 3/27/11
Top 200 Album Sales (Top 5 Hip Hop/R&B)
Rank Artist Album This Week Est. Total
1
Chris Brown
F.A.M.E.
270,000
271,000
9
Bobby V
Fly On The Wall
38,000
38,000
10
Lupe Fiasco
Lasers
29,000
280,000
16
Marsha Ambrosious
Late Nights & Early Mornings
25,000
190,000
17
Rihanna
Loud
25,000
1,115,000
18
Gucci Mane
Return of Mr. Zone 6
25,000
25,000
50
Kanye West My Beautiful Twisted Dark Fantasy
10,000
1,095,000
51
Lil Wayne
I Am Not A Human Being
9,800
827,000
54 Pharoahe Monch W.A.R. (We Are Renegades) 9,600
9,700
83
Raekwon Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang 6,500
45,000
Rank Artist Album This Week Est. Total
1
Chris Brown
F.A.M.E.
270,000
271,000
9
Bobby V
Fly On The Wall
38,000
38,000
10
Lupe Fiasco
Lasers
29,000
280,000
16
Marsha Ambrosious
Late Nights & Early Mornings
25,000
190,000
17
Rihanna
Loud
25,000
1,115,000
18
Gucci Mane
Return of Mr. Zone 6
25,000
25,000
50
Kanye West My Beautiful Twisted Dark Fantasy
10,000
1,095,000
51
Lil Wayne
I Am Not A Human Being
9,800
827,000
54 Pharoahe Monch W.A.R. (We Are Renegades) 9,600
9,700
83
Raekwon Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang 6,500
45,000
Homage to my city, to a representative
Every young man wants no more than to walk in their fathers shoes. As an adolescent I used to trod around in my fathers oversized ( for me) Air Forces'. I grew up on basketball, the Patrick Ewings, the Magic Johnsons, the Charles Barkleys of the world. I grew up in New York City- the Rucker Parks, the Milbanks, the Kips Bay's of the hardwood. 875 was a big deal to me (shout out to Douglass Houses and Booker T Washington) I would be remissed if I didnt show a distinct and special gratitude to three gentlemen in particular, that being Kenny Stevens, Chico, and Mr. Carrington. Without them, basketball wouldve never been a dream or mine turned reality. Every now and then I get a chill when the tube is on and fans are rocking, players going hard.
To me basketball and NYC go hand in hand, similar to summertime and white on whites, or July 4th and cook-outs; they are inseperable. As an 80s baby I remember the glory days of when being from New York City meant SOMETHING in BASKETBALL; In recent years the luster may have faded, and Im not here to give you my opinion on the reasons why. What I am here to do is pay homage to my city, the place tha groomed me, challenged me and taught me so much.
As well I would lije to pay homage by doing what it is that we do best- SUPPORT OUR OWN. As you have watched March Madness and the lure, the greatness, the opportunity, the dream; If you werent not already, you have become familiar with a household name- KEMBA WALKER. Bronx, NY's own. Definition of a leader, a warrior, a person you would have no problem going to battle with. He has left his footprint in the sand, and impacted the Connecticut Huskies program, and been the catalyst to a magical run. Everyone who knows him describes his will to win, his heart, his fighting spirit. I admire that.
I was reading in the Daily News today that the magical run almost did not happen, as UCONN was not interested in him to begin with. What did he do? Go harder. If that is not a New York State of Mind then I dont know what is.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
H.O.L.L.Y Album Release/ Listening Party
Friday at 8:00pm - April 2 at 1:00am
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Location @ THE PARLOUR 250 WEST 86TH STREET (BET BROADWAY & WESTEND)
STARS of "FREELANCER"
How many people can say that they've worked with a legend before in life? Who can boast of that same lightning striking twice. Meet 50 Cent; The guy you may already know well. What you didnt know is he can lay claim to that feat exactly. After 2008s Righteous Kill, now he and Robert De Niro have joined forces again for the new film FREELANCERS Produced by 50s own Cheetah Visions Films. #MAJOR
YMCMB @ Perfections last night
Tsunami Flow:
Video Footage of Baby and the crew tearing down Perfections
Doubters Form a line
So its official Matthew Knowles is OUT as Beyonce's Manager, and there is a deal in the works to bring Jay-Z IN with his RocNation Management imprint. Thats the blueprint huh Hov? You cannot fault a family that eats together, Matty and Tina did it for years off of young B; Maybe this is a sign of leaving the nest and fully investing in the union of her and Hov. Or is a stupid move? Lets be honest here, love the big homey to death but what was the last empire he spear-headed. They say the truth shall set you free. Self-promoter: IMPECCABLE. Brand manager- hmm, the jury is out. "Roc A Fella 80 Million in like 18 months" (Thanks Dame).
When its all said and done, hopefully not done, cant stand another "Lost One" soundtrack- we'll see where this venture goes; As it stands if it is not Kanye or Rhi Rhi Hov the exec has been a #FAIL...Im just saying. If you take me for being misinformed, challenge.
Check out Matthew Knowles side of the story:
"The decision for Beyoncé and Music World Entertainment to part was mutual. We did great things together, and I know that she will continue to conquer new territories in music and entertainment. Currently, I am very focused on the tremendous investment that our record label has made in the gospel/inspirational genre of music and on our supremely talented roster of artists, including Trin-i-tee 5:7, Brian Courtney Wilson, Juanita Bynum, Micah Stampley, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Pastor Rudy and others.
Music World will continue its partnership with Sony with Destiny’s Child and UK female group From Above, as well as management. We will also continue to develop the Music World family of labels: Music World Country/Compadre, Music World Kids and Music World Music. In Music World’s repositioning it will not continue its label/management role with Columbia/Sony artist Tiffany Evans.
Business is business and family is family. I love my daughter and am very proud of who she is and all that she has achieved. I look forward to her continued great success."
Monday, March 28, 2011
RIP DJ Megatron
Former Hot 97 radio personality, and current 106 and Park star DJ Megatron was tragically gunned down this past weekend steps away from his Staten Island, NY home. Details havent fully been released and no suspects are in place, it seems as though someone walked up to Megatron real name Corey McGriff is missed by all her peers in the music industry especially mentor fatman Scoop, DJ Bobby Trends, and jazzy Joyce who all described McGriff as hardworking and ambitious. Sad loss, hearts and prayers go out to his family.
VROOM VROOM..start it up>>>>>SHOWTIME!
Are you ready? I guarantee you she is. Right about now you are thinking, "she who?" TEYANA TAYLOR. Rumors have it that she and Kanye West are inseperable as of late. The two had been flirting for quite some time, but Teyana was tied to Brandon Jennings; now that them two arent an item anymore, the runway is clear for Yeezy. And if by chance you have forgotten his track record, he has been known to turn females into stars. So what do you think will happen this time around? PAY CLOSE ATTENTION.
Let me be the first to start with the oversaturation of TEYANA TIME...#letsgo
Friday, March 25, 2011
Teedra Moses inks with Maybach Music
In a recent Interview with Vibe Magazine, Teedra Moses has revealed that she has inked a deal to be the first lady of Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group. Her twitter is now officially: @Maybach Group soulstar
Congratulations to Teedra and Rick Ross as well, smells like an empire on the rise.
Highlights of the VIBE interview:
Tell me what’s been going over the last few years. A lot of people have been asking, ‘Where’s Teedra?’
I’m sure people know at this point that TVT--the record label that I was signed to--they went bankrupt in 2008. Before 2008, I’d come to the decision that TVT was the place I wanted to be at any longer. If there was some way we could have successfully moved forward, I would’ve tried, but the whole battery behind that machine, the whole energy that made that thing come together and move wasn’t there anymore. I lost a lot of money with lawyers trying to get off that label, and if I would’ve known it was just gonna fall apart, I wouldn't have wasted my money. But I got through that and then, I just had to take a second to just figure out how I was going to continue doing this. I didn’t want to run directly to a new label ‘cause I just needed to figure out what I wanted, just what I was doing period.
You stayed relevant in your own way though because you kept doing live shows and releasing mixtapes.
Yeah, I started doing way more shows around that time, and I think a lot of the biggest promotion for my album came around that time. I started grinding so much more and more people had become aware of me. I continued to put out mixtapes, you know. The Young Hustla was the first mixtape I put out before my album came out because I was frustrated waiting for TVT to put out my album. Then after my album came out, I was frustrated waiting to get the opportunity to put out a second album, and I hit the road. I did a live mixtape, Live From The Jungle. Then I didn’t have any way to put out an album because I didn’t have a label, so I put out Lionhearted. Basically, it was all songs that were sitting here and I gave them to the people. In 2010, I put out my last mixtape called Royal Patience, and that was just something for fans of the music.
Each mixtape had a purpose- Lionhearted was when I was really scared, so I had to be courageous and Royal Patience was more of me holding onto to my faith. Be patient. You have talent, people want to hear from you, keep going, just be patient.
Do you think TVT going bankrupt was more of a blessing for you than anything?
Ooh yes! Have you ever been in a bad relationship and you’re just sitting there and you know this shit is dead wrong but you can’t find the gumption to get out of it? In this situation with TVT, I had all the gumption in the world. I love Steve Gottlieb, and I mean that because he gave me the opportunity to give my music to the world, but dude was not letting go of nothing. He had people in his label that were inactive for 10 years! He didn’t care. He wasn’t going to let me go, so it was a huge blessing.
What was the reason for the discord? They weren’t pushing your music and not trying to let you out of your contract?
We just didn’t agree. I remember having a meeting with the marketing person after Complex Simplicity came out. I recall sitting with him and him saying, ‘Well, you know, Complex Simplicity didn’t really have any singles.’ And I was like, ‘Word?’ [Laughs] I remember being on the road for the album and the album not being available in stores, so there were a lot of things that happened. They just didn’t know what they were doing, nor did I. Bottom line.
Now that you’re an independent artist, do you want that major label machine behind you again?
I do want a label, and I'm talking with people. I've had a label before so you can't get me with the lure of 'Oh, we gon' sign you!' That don't mean shit to me, you know? [Laughs] That don't mean nothing because if you don't believe then that don't mean nothing. The number one thing with me is do you get it?
I had this experience: The night of my birthday. We went out, we had drinks, me and my friends. We went to this little lounge place that I go to here in Miami. I came home, and I'm just having this really good birthday…and going into this birthday I never felt so strong. I never felt so boss! I just really felt like the lioness to the truest form, like nothing could mess with me. I'm coming home, it's like 4 o'clock in the morning and I just hop on Twitter. I never check my DM's because I don't really talk to people on the DM's, but I look at my DM's and I see that Rick Ross hits me and was like, "Who you signed to? I doing this company…" blah blah blah. I'm like cool! He likes my music and that always makes you feel good when your peers acknowledge that you're good too. From that point on, we kinda start talking. He lives down here in Miami too, so I start going over there and catch the vibe with him. He hustles really, really hard, so whenever he was in town, I would go over there and check him out and do tracks and just vibe.
When was this?
He hit me in December; we started communicating in January. And you know, I really like them. I like the fact that he's an artist that understands what I'm doing. He always says, 'You my Anita Baker.' Like, he understands what I'm doing. Not saying that I'm Anita Baker, but that's kinda the way I wanted to do it. I want somebody to say, 'Hey, this girl is hustling. She does her thing. Why is nobody signing her?' I never wanted to go to them and beg. So… we're talking and I really rock with them. I'm considering that very strongly, as he is considering it very strongly.
(courtesy of theybf.com)
I, Alex Perry...Interesting
Super Producer, Director Tyler Perry is stepping outside of the box of only starring in his own films, and has taken on the role of starring in the cinematic version of James Patterson's I, Alex Cross; in the film he will portray the detective- psychologist. On the table first is Madea's Big Happy Family; Once that concludes work will begin on the Cross film in conjuction with Summit Studios. Tyler is replacing Idris Elba as Cross.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Parle-ing with Fariso Jordan
A Self described "millenial" avidly invested in the condition of the world. The best way that fariso found to express her passion was through the arts. Creative by nature, and not afraid of a challenge the lady originally from texas, has sought to take New York City and beyond by storm; Recenly relocated, to study theater performance at Fordham University in the Bronx. an actress by craft, and a playwright as well, Fariso's plight to infuse a sense of awareness through her thespian efforts. That plight in her own words is a "commitment to engaging her feral inventiveness to create multisensory experiences that shift the spirits of her audience members."
That is not a tall task to the veteran of 3 productions thus far, and an eye on more. Her catalog includes, The Wedding Band, The Day Room, and The Colored Museum. Her latest effort, Georgia is a one-woman play about a young couple who revel in the complexities of love propositioned within the context of socialized disregard and entitlement. It’s the story of a gendered intimacy that permits damage to prevail within the textured space of love. Georgia is premiering at the Nuyorican Poets cafe in NYC in March 25th-28th 2011.
In addition to her theatrical prowess, Fariso is somewhat of a public/youthful advocate as well. Her passion for the arts and for the creation of opportunities which better this world and the people in it, has compelled Fariso to found and serve as director of Setting the Stage, a college-prep program for underrepresented high school students interested in studying theatre. With a grueling schedule as mention, Fariso also finds time to advocate for the rights of the mentally disabled community.
A jack of all trades you may say; passionate, creative, and conscious. A person who leads by example and makes waves for what she believes in, on and off the stage. Parle Magazine introduces Fariso Jordan. I sat down with Miss Jordan to gain and distribute some more insight into the person behind the art, behind the message:
What are some of the highlights of your journey from Texas to NYC?
I remember seeing my first Broadway show ever, The Color Purple. It was such a spiritual experience. I remember just knowing that I was in the right place. There were so many ups and downs that came along with the journey, and it’s moments like those that always kept me going.
What degree of culture shock did you experience when arriving in the big apple?
Culture shock was huge. I’m from Texas, and so you know we’re known for our southern charm and hospitality. So by nature I’m always smiling, always friendly, saying hi to people I don’t know. I always got this hard, seemingly cold response from New Yorkers. I remember thinking, like, what is wrong with these people, why is everybody "SO RUDE?!" It took me a really long time to adjust, at least a year. I’ve since learned that deep down New Yorkers aren’t any meaner or any nicer than Texans. Texans are just polite. Being polite doesn’t mean anything.
Why do you characterize yourself as a story teller creatively?
I love simplicity. That’s what I believe great theatre is- the ability to tell a story- creatively, beautifully, and simply.
What made you choose to be one?
I don’t know if anybody “chooses” this lifestyle. If you do, then you’re crazy. Being an actor is extremely hard. You have to be really
smart, very courageous, and continuously resilient. If I could do anything else but act, I would. But I can’t. I think of acting as more
of a calling. It’s what I have to do in order to be happy, complete, and true to who I am and was created to be.
Which do you enjoy more being a playwright or an actress?
It depends on the day. Both are fulfilling in different ways, fordifferent reasons, but I could never pick one over the other. The rehearsal room for Georgia was a very fascinating one because it was the first time that I had to be held accountable both as a playwright
and as an actor at the very same time. There were times when I didn’twant all of that responsibility, and there were times when I was so happy to be in control of my own vision.
A one woman show is great responsibility- what sparked the creation?
I’m a creator. I get ideas. I have gifts. I’m not going to wait on someone else to tell me when to go, or how to go. I’m the type that’s just gonna go and keep on going.
Without giving away too much of the content, why do you feel that the story of Georgia had to be shared with the world?
Georgia is a love story, a complicated love story. I think everyone can relate to having an attraction, whether it’s to another person or
an idea or an object, that goes against everything we know or think that we know. Georgia speaks to those impulses we have that defy all logic. I think the best part about Georgia is that it says things that people are usually too scared to say, don’t know how to say, or can’t explain.Georgia also delves into topics from sex and gender to the role of religion; The way that these matters manifest themselves into our daily lives and into our culture as a whole is something that I believe we need to take a more active look at. Put simply, Georgia is a fun and exciting way to investigate these matters.
Tell us a little bit about Setting the Stage
Setting the Stage is a college preparation program serving under-represented high school students of color, and/or students from families of low-income who are interested in theatre. I started this program at Fordham University and now I’m working to establish it in the city for the public.
What does social advocacy mean to you and why are you so enthused about it?
Social advocacy is something I believe we are all called to: making the world a better place. I am passionate about people, therefore I am passionate about helping people. My passion makes me want to make an impact and doing everything I can to improve my surroundings.
Who are some of your creative influences?
I believe that Whoopi Goldberg is an extraordinary genius, especially as it relates to her early solo performance work. You’ll see that in Georgia, I am really intrigued by the idea of perspective. A lot of work by Anna Deavere Smith deals with various, opposing viewpoints, so her work inspires me a lot as well.
What was the most useful piece of advice you have received in your
theatrical career?
The best part about Fordham is its emphasis on producing well-rounded artists. I took a solo performance class my junior year called FlyingSolo, where I first started to work on Georgia. This class really gave me a sense of empowerment of my theatre career. I learned that I can create my own work, I can be in control of my own career. I learned to be more aggressive.
What is the first element you start with when drafting?
I have to write by hand at first. And I just let it free flow, I write and I write and I write. I let all of the characters get everything
out without interruption. And right when I try to go back and edit, organize and interpret, the characters usually have more to say. I
think the most important part about writing is to let go of the control. Out of everything I have ever written, I have never planned
any of it.
The Crucible is considered a classic, can you tell us about your role
as Tituba, how was that experience?
Tituba was one of my favorite, most complicated roles ever. The Crucible is a very dark play, and Tituba is huge character, and at the time I was still in high school. It took a lot out of me to be able to tap into Tituba’s vulnerability and other aspects of her complex personality. But my directors showed no mercy.They believed in me even at that young age that I had what it took to play such a compelling role, and so they continued to push me. And they proved themselves right. Doing The Crucible is another experience that reminds me of why I love acting so much.
How are you able to represent so many different personalities in a wide range of roles? Where do you channel the energy to be such a flexible actress?
Acting is being able to get into the mindset of any personality,understand their motivations, and present their case faultlessly
before the audience. In Georgia, there are 4 characters with mindsets,beliefs, and experiences that are in constant collision with one
another. I see my duty as an actor much like that of each character’s defense attorney before a jury. I did extensive research into the
psychology of each character. I kept journals for the private thoughts of each character. I practiced how each character walks, how each character speaks, I discovered why each character speaks and walks the way that they do. It was a lot of work. The most challenging character to prepare for was the male character that I portray, Ronnie. He might be my favorite character.
As a writer and one whom likes to think of himself as being creative, I find inspiration in those who love to create and express. In Fariso Jordan I see a woman who will let nothing stand in her way of getting her message to the world. A woman who takes pride in controlling her destiny creatively and theatrically. I find the inspiration to think outside of the box and grab the bull of life by the horns and direct it. You too will find inspiration, and insight- as well as a model for compassion and advocacy in Miss Fariso Jordan.
Please be sure to support Parle's Production in collaboration with Fariso Jordan...... GEORGIA
Written & Performed by:
Fariso Jordan
Directed & Produced by:
Kevin Benoit for Parlé Entertainment
Debuts at the Nuyorican Poets Café
236 E. 3rd Street
bet. Avenues B & C
March 26th
7 p.m.
March 27th
6 p.m.
March 28th
7 p.m.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $10 for students
$15 for all other purchases at the door
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Tennis Anyone????
If she's in it, Im wit it; challenge! Check out 2KSports commercial for the new tennis game featuring Serena Williams:
COMING TO THE STAGE
Coordinated by: I AM Popula
Join the in crowd and get introduced to what being popula means!
Sign of disrespect?
Or enjoying life- hmm..I'll take the former, I am a huge advocate of people living their lives, HOWEVER I do promote responsibility and this issue here is enormously irresponsible. The Little homey Bow Wow was twitpic'd out and about with on again off again girlfriend Angela Simmons while his soon to be child's mother was having a baby shower. SHAME; On one hand its a shame because as a man you should try your best to be there for your child. Secondly, he dissed his baby mama for a female whose temp obviously goes hot and cold; every other week you see her paparazzi'd with someone new. That should not be that degree of a distraction for homey. Bow Weezy gotta get it together, aren't the rumors that he just got dropped from Cash Money. Karma is the baddest woman scorned ever. WARNING!!!!
Monday, March 21, 2011
FEAR OF GOD
Fear of God Tracklist:
1. Intro (Dialogue From Scarface)
2. Pusha T – My God (prod. Hit-Boy)
3. Money On My Mind Freestyle (Prod. The Runners, DJ Nasty & LVM)
4. I Still Wanna (feat. Rick Ross & Ab-Liva) (prod. The Inkredibles)
5. Feeling Myself ft Kevin Cossom (prod. Tha Bizness)
6. Blow (prod. Unknown Producer)
7. Cook It Down (prod. Boi-1da)
8. Open Your Eyes (prod. Nottz)
9. Can I Live Freestyle (prod. Irv Gotti)
10. Rain (feat. 50 Cent & Pharrell) (prod. The Neptunes)
11. Touch It (feat. Kanye West) (prod. Kanye West)
12. Speakers Going Hammer (prod. Boi-1da)
13. Alone In Vegas (prod. Nottz)
Listen to it here:
http://listen.grooveshark.com/#/playlist/Pusha+T+Fear+Of+God+Mixtape/50683691?src=5
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