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Friday, October 26, 2012
The VW Network "backstage" at The 71st Magic City Classic-The TJMS
(Birmingham, AL.) "She's fiercely feminine" and she plays a huge roll with one of the hottest national morning shows. The City of Birmingham welcomes home Tom Joyner of the Tom Joyner Morning Show. Varion Walton talks exclusively backstage with Tom's "right hand woman" Sybil Wilkes. Days away from the Presidential election Sybil reminds us the 71st Magic City Classic is truly a "party with a purpose!"
Monday, October 22, 2012
WHAT'S HOT! Star-Studded Cast in The Butler
(Los Angeles, CA.)--Talk about a "star studded" cast. Actor David Banner joins Oprah Winfey, Robin Williams, Terrance Howard, Jane Fonda and more in the new flick directed by "PRECIOUS" Director Lee Daniels.
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| ACTOR DAVID BANNER Actor David Banner has been tapped to co-star in the highly anticipated Lee Daniel’s Film “The Butler” which is currently in production in New Orleans. Banner will be part of an all-star cast that includes Forrest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, Robin Williams, Terrance Howard, Vanessa Redgrave, Jane Fonda and more.
The film tells the true story of Eugene Allen, (played by Forrest Whitaker) a butler who served at the White House from 1952 to 1986 serving under eight First Families. Banner will portray Earl Gains, Allan’s father, and will appear alongside Mariah Carey who will play his wife. Banner’s role is a pivotal one as it sets the tone of the movie and foreshadows how Eugene navigates life through his tenure in the White House. Daniels’ is said to be very enamored with Banner’s acting chops calling his performance “absolutely exquisite.”
“I’m really excited to be a part of this movie. The cast is absolutely astonishing and working with Mariah has been great. Lee Daniels is so amazing to work with and I thank him for choosing me for this role,” states Banner. “This movie reminds us of what our ancestors have endured for us to have certain liberties which we have today. This movie is groundbreaking.”
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WHAT'S HOT! Hip Hop Christian Rapper LECRAE
THIS IS NOT YOUR GRANDFATHER'S AMAZING GRACE
Click Here for LECRAE'S "Live and Let Live Music Video"
(New York, New York)-In times like these we need a savior, but many are finding this is not your father's "Amazing Grace". While "Mega Ministers" like T.D. Jakes and Dr. Jamal Bryant are reaching the masses on Facebook and Twitter, Christian Rappers like LECRAE are "making a joyful noise" unto the Lord through "Christian HIP HOP!" Check out Grammy Nominated Rapper LECRAE on ESPN "Playbook" as he talks about athletes turning to him for inspiration, Jeremy Lin, sports and more. LECRAE, growing in popularity and turning heads with everyone, including those, "preaching and working hard in the paint!"
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Can Facebook prolong post-breakup pain?
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Breaking Up is Hard to Do! One for The Ages!! |
Friday, October 5, 2012
K-Rob Uses Bayfest 2012 As Spring Board To Success!
Recording Artist Launches New Hot Single at
Largest Alabama Music Festival
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(Nashville, Tenn.)-International Recording Artist, K-Rob releases hot new dance single, “So Addictive,” at BayFest 2012, the largest Music Festival in Alabama.
As the nephew of the great Isley Brothers, K-Rob continues to garner new fans and support for his energetic, edgy and soulful sound, and he’s is thrilled to be performing in Mobile at BayFest for the second year. K-Rob will perform at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 on the Launching Pad stage.
“My ambition was to ultimately create a new joint that would connect with music lovers around the world,” K-Rob said. I look forward to people from New York to London to Dubai to Brazil to India to South Africa feeling my new project.” “ I especially look forward to being able to share my music “live” with people around the world as well as in Mobile.”
K-Rob emerged on the music scene in 2004 and introduced his first, self-entitled CD, “K-Rob,” which garnered placement on Pandora, Jango.com, INDIE 104 and IRADIOLA. The “raves” continued with airplay on major FM radio stations such as 92.1, WQQK, Nashville, Tenn., Power 94.3, WJTT, Chattanooga, Tenn.; and the nationally syndicated, The Michael Baisden Show, and various radio stations throughout the U.K., France and Japan.
K-Rob’s first CD features songs such as “2Nite,” “Again (Like the First Time),” a Stevie Wonder rendition, “Golden Lady” and the sensual club-banger, “The Velvet Room.” He remains passionate about his work that’s inspired by the Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Earth, Wind and Fire, and Marvin Gaye. His vocal style has been compared to Howard Hewitt, Joe and Maxwell. Vocally, K-Rob’s falsetto notes remind you of a soft and sexy romance.
"So Addictive" was penned by a talented, up and coming singer/songwriter based out of Atlanta, LOK3Y, whose forte' is writing deeply soulful records with "tinges" of gospel, R&B and international "feels." “The entire making of “So Addictive” was a family affair,” K-Rob said. Like his first project, K-Rob continued the prolific partnership with long time friend and super producer, Angelo “Lo” Ray, Father of Angelo Ray, Jr. aka LOK3Y. “Angelo and I wanted to continue “moving the needle” with hot records that would also resonate internationally.
Our creative success continues to be possible with our great team work and knowledge of one another,” K-Rob said. Angelo’s production credits include working with chart topping artists such as: Kevon Edmonds, “24/7-"Gold status, ” The House The Dog Built,” performed by JiBri and co-produced by the legendary, Nile Rodgers; Productions featuring David Banner & JadaKiss; Adina Howard “Nasty Grind,” Jade’s “Mind, Body & Soul”-Gold status.
K-Rob has received great reviews about his music and performances within the U.S. and internationally. As K-Rob continues to work on his Sophomore Project, he focuses on his musical gift and all who have inspired him to do everything with much determination, hard work and style. For more information call (251) 583-5590 or visit http://www.k-robmusic.com/.
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