Friday, November 11, 2022
RISE CHATTANOOGA HONORS A DEDICATED JOURNALIST!
Thursday, August 11, 2022
OWN TV: THE FINAL SEASON OF "QUEEN SUGAR" STARTS SEPT. 6TH
(New Orleans, LA.) It's an insanely popular drama series capturing the hearts of fans around the world.
Five years ago we had the good fortune of sitting down exclusively with famed Director Ava DuVernay as she introduced the brand new series. She told Varion Walton about this great cast made up of newcomers during Essence Music Festival 2017.
Ava predicted the OWN Television series derived from the novel "Queen Sugar" would turn heads, but nothing could have prepared us for what was to come.
Before we bid farewell to The Bordelons this fall, first, a look back at the interview that started it all. Check out this VISIONVOICEVARION Exclusive!!!
"QUITE THE IMPRESSION!"
REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SAM GOODEN
(Chattanooga, TN.)---What a privilege living among "musical giants!" One of my early memories of relocating to Chattanooga was all of the interviews, street signs, plaques, and endless accolades connecting The Legendary Impressions to the "Choo Choo City!
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
RISING STAR: PRESIDENT AUSTIN JOINS THE CAST OF "HOUSE OF PAYNE!"
(ATLANTA, GEORGIA)--The Dream is possible, and Alabama's own Super Hero, Austin Perine, aka President Austin is showing us how "givers gain," with his big break on BET's House of Pain. For more than 3 years Austin has made national headlines for his caring heart and charity work in his native Birmingham and beyond.
New this week Austin makes his debut on Tyler Perry's hit sitcom "House of Pain," Wednesday, March 30th at 8p CST/9 EST. It's commendable to see hit filmmaker tap into the "Next Generation" of child stars with ties to the state of Alabama. Set your DVRs, mark you calendar, spread the word, this is going to be awesome for this Birmingham native.
Sunday, March 20, 2022
Get Fit With Greg Family Fun Day--Chattanooga
Friday, September 4, 2020
Remembering Actor Chadwick Boseman
42 IS BACK IN THEATERS LABOR DAY WEEKEND: Actor Chadwick Boseman's death shocked moviegoers, and left "Black Panther" fans all over the world heartbroken. Boseman who had been waging a private battle against colon cancer died at the age of 43. The beloved actors' star and popularity transcends the silver screen. In addition to some of his most iconic movies being back in theaters, Varion Walton shows us one of Chadwick's authentic connections to the Tennessee Valley. She also fills us in on a new "call to action" for self care, plus open and honest dialogue about raising the awareness of this silent killer.
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
NEW MUSIC: Stokley-Vibrant Ft. Snoop Dogg
Sunday, May 10, 2020
CLUB QUARANTINE-"BATTLE OF THE VERZUZS"
ERYKA BADU AND JILL SCOTT-HOME ALONE, TOGETHER
"Battle of The Verzuzs, Feminine Style!" |
(Somewhere Over The World Wide Web)---May 9, 2020---In the words of McFadden and Whitehead, "Ain't No Stopping Us Now!" This week two other "mega hitmakers" took that declaration to another level when they infiltrated the internet in a "Battle of the Verzes" in the mist of the coronavirus pandemic.
Grammy winners Erykah Badu and Jill Scott faced-off on Instagram LIVE and everyone, including the "Forever First Lady" Michelle Obama was here for it!
Spike Lee, Janet Jackson, Tamar Braxton, Niece Nash, and Ludacris were among 700-thousands fans who grabbed a cocktail and headed to the VIP conveniently set in their own homes.
"Club Quarantine Battles"were introduced by popular producers Swiss Beatz and Timbaland. The concept turned even more heads when singer/songwriters Baby Face and Teddy Riley squared-off, satisfying for music starved fan seeking live performances during the national quarantine.
Saturday night's "showdown" was the first between two female performers. Jill Scott and Erykah Badu, considered "game changers" in their own right complimented each other, sharing tender tidbits on how, even after several hits about relationships still struggle with heartbreak and insecurities.
The industry icons who appeared more like friends than foes were in the LIVE chat room for more than 3 hours, trading hits, reminiscing about being on tour together in the early years.
Both taking a few moments to dispel any rumors of catfights and an on-going feud. "Love your sister, " Love your brother. Recognize and celebrate each other. There's room in the inn for everyone," Scott said.
After 48 hours in which the music industry suffered the losses of entertainment mogul Andre Harrell and Rock and Roll architect Little Richard, the entertainment world appeared to be more than ready for the soothing, incense-scented vibe of this 'fiercely feminine' duo.
Good time had by all, including the headliners.
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
VETERAN BROADCASTER IRENE JOHNSON WARE DIES
REMEMBERING RADIO PIONEER, IRENE J. WARE
Photo: Estate of Irene Johnson-Ware |
Photo Credit: Varion Walton-VisionVoiceVarion |
Photo Credit: Varion Walton-VisionVoiceVarion |