Cupid New Music
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By Nigeria Anderson
Cupid’s New Album Will Make You Dance
Cupid is signatured around the world for his line dance song Cupid Shuffle. When you hear “To the Right,” “To the Right” Cupid’s anthem everyone make their way to the dance floor. Cupid has returned with a new album titled Dance Fever. The new album has a line dance song for all you line dance addicts, titled Swagger Line Dance. More importantly this album offers more of Cupid’s vocal ability with songs like Celebrate Life, High School Prom and Cell phone Blues. Dance Fever brings back party music flow. The album is receiving rave reviews, you can download the album from iTunes and Amazon. I had the pleasure of interviewing Cupid regarding his new project and his love for good music.
EMPIRE TV SERIES
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By Nigeria Anderson
EMPIRE TV SERIES
THE SHOW YOU LOVE, HATE & WATCH
In media there is a saying if the wheel is not broke don’t try to reinvent a new one. Since television begin somewhere, its purpose and plan has not changed. Their programming methods are to keep us watching. Providing viewers with unique entertainment to say the least. It has been a long time coming before we would see so many African Americans on television. Some say it’s because we have an African American President. Well, that could be and we shall see when he leaves office. No matter the reason, for most of us it is an exciting time to see people of color in both film and television. I normally stick to reporting on Key Players only. Simply because Key Players have understanding and I don’t have to beat around the bush asking “industry standard question” and receive boring “ industry standard responses.” However, I thought it necessary to place a voice to FOX’s new television series EMPIRE. Especially, after reading all the similar reviews and public relation promotion about the show. I have been in the company of both lead actors Lucious Lyon (Terrence Howard) and Cookie Lyon (Taraji P. Henson). Considering this fact, we will bend our rule. However, no handouts they are not official Key Players. So, this is just me talking to you about television shenanigans.
Deborah Simpkins
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By Nigeria Anderson
Deborah Simpkins My Latter Is Better
It’s hard sometimes to see the Lord in your midst when things are going well but He becomes very recognizable when the enemy comes in like a flood. Especially, when you know Him. Deborah Simpkins is a powerful motivational speaker, minister, entrepreneurial and author/publisher. I was super excited to interview Mrs. Simpkins regarding her new book Ministers with White Collars & Black Secrets: The Truth Exposed. Although, I did not read the book prior to this interview. Based on the title, the principle remains the same. One which comes to mind, you will reap what you sow. I am glad to hear Mrs. Simpkins account regarding her church hurt experience. An experience many try to keep silent about. In order for us to heal, sometimes you have to talk about it. Amen. I believe this interview will help everyone who listens.
Janice Lennard
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By Tenisha DeWindt
Janice Lennard Yoga Instructor Extraordinaire
Born in 1942 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Janice Lennard has been involved with ballet, yoga and pilates through study, practice and instruction for over 65 years. Her early immersion in artistic expression through dance probably explains her ability to project an aura of positioning perfection, fulfillment of purpose, and sheer fun for the observer of her beautifully synchronized motion. With enchanting ease, grace and warmth, Janice’s artistry captivates her audience with every musically infused movement. Janice Lennard says as long as she can she will teach others. Yoga requires great discipline and can be empowering. I had the pleasure of speaking with Janice Lennard regarding her passion and teaching. Tune in and learn how to be fit for life.
Tonya Moore
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By Nigeria Anderson
Business Woman Entrepreneur Tonya Moore
Tonya Moore may wear many titles but her best title is overcomer. She is an author, entertainment executive, entrepreneur, and mother. The multi-talented Tonya Moore has recently added a single You Are The Source Of My Strength to accompany her book I’M All F*d (Freed) Up: The Story of My Life. Her single is a love song to God, praising Him for His faithfulness. Tonya Moore is very humble when explaining that her Cd is not for vain glory but paying honor to God. Her testimony might make you shout and rejoice with us. Tonya explains in detail how she birthed this project out and I believe it will serve as a good ministry tool for most. It is her personal cry from her heart to our Heavenly Father for all He has done.
Michelle Carr
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By Lucas
Who Is Michelle Carr?
Acclaimed songstress Michelle Carr was raised in a musically rich and diverse environment, harmonizing with her family around the fireplace in Alta Loma, California; Singing in her high school’s choir, musical productions and performing every season with the community theater. Her love of music is boundless, embracing artists as diverse as Sarah Vaughan, Leontyne Price, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell and her mentor Nancy Wilson for inspiration. Michelle Carr earned degrees from both California State Polytechnic University and The Juilliard School in New York City where she studied classical voice. She also studied jazz piano with Johnny “Hammond” Smith and was a member of his vocal jazz ensemble and worked with Jazz Trumpeter Roy Hargrove, Contemporary Jazz band Hiroshima and bassist Christian McBride’s funk band Escape Route. Years of classical training and a keen understanding of musical composition, arranging and vocal technique have provided her with the foundation to create a style that embodies classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B and Folk, which she has done with passion, emotion and technical precision.
Mark McLean
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By Lucas
Mark McLean A Dynamic Musician On The Drums
Mark McLean’s recently released album, FEEL ALRIGHT is a triumphant work that is being welcomed by music enthusiasts regardless of genre preferences. It effectively features seven artists lending their skillful vocals on a myriad of styles from Soul, Blues/Funk, Pop/Rock, to Jazz both Cool & New Orleans-hot. The singers, musicians – the entire ensemble, with multi-talented Mark McLean at the helm, adroitly break all the rules on FEEL ALRIGHT with 11 eclectic tracks, each one a stand-alone success.
Mark has been quoted as saying: “I don’t want to be seen as a drummer, I want to be known as a musician whose instrument just happens to be drums”.
UNBROKEN
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By Nigeria Anderson
UNBROKEN Starts Christmas
The film UNBROKEN is produced and directed by Academy Award® winner Angelina Jolie UNBROKEN, an epic drama which follows the incredible life of Olympian and war hero Louis “Louie” Zamperini (Jack O’Connell) who, along with two other crewmen, survived in a raft for 47 days after a near-fatal plane crash in WWII; only to be caught by the Japanese navy and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp. Featuring Japanese actor Miyavi as the brutal camp guard known only to the men as The Bird. This is a film to remind us how important it is to celebrate life.
Boyz II Men
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By Nigeria Anderson
Boyz II Men New CD Collide
Boyz II Men decrease from a quartet to an iconic trio comprised of Nate Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Wayna Morris. Boyz II Men is known for being the best selling R&B group of all time. Boyz II Men delivers their new project Collide. Celebrating 23 years in the music industry, they are free to create and expand who they really are creatively and musically. This Grammy Award Winning Group will not let you down. The truth is good music, is simply good music. Nate Morris, Shawn Stockman and Wanya Morris are very familiar with what is good music.
In an age of digital downloads it is very competitive to reach 5.6 million and 188 million in sales. However, it can be done. Keep true and make music that feels right to you and allow the masses out there to agree. Don’t fall into the pitfalls of blending in or degrading your sound to keep up with the Joneses. Creating music is a labor of love. Boyz II Men literally enjoy that labor. 23 years of ups and downs performing for 5 million to 50 people with the same zeal is an expression of their brotherly love for music, sound and their fans. Join them on their new journey with their new release Collide. True Key Players in the game.
Jumaane Smith
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By Nigeria Anderson
Jumaane Smith New Generation Jazz Trumpeter
Jumaane (JEW-MAH-KNEE) Smith, trumpeter and vocalist, released his first album I Only Have Eyes For You. Jumaane Smith has grown to be a much sought after trumpeter. He is currently touring promoting his new project I Only Have Eyes For You and will be at Joe’s Pub in New York on November 28th. His collaborations range from pop idols to jazz legends. He’s worked with Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Michael Buble’, Jackie Evancho, Alicia Keys, The Jonas Brothers, Wyclef Jean, Justin Bieber, Diddy, Natalie Cole, James Ingram, Wynton Marsalis, Ravi Coltrane, Chris Botti and many more. In a world of auto tunes, there is a refreshing sound in the air. Sound the trumpet Jumaane Smith is here.
