Dignity On The Dotted Line
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By Nigeria Anderson
Dignity On The Dotted Line
NBC’s show The Voice has come under fire by a leak of a twitter account which exposed their unfair contract given to contestants. The twitter account is now unavailable by the powers that be. However, the contract revealed information of unfair practices of the show toward the desperate wanna be a star talent, this is not the first. This story was brought to light by American Idol when it launched. Of course these major networks with their legal eagle’s can manipulate the situation where NBC, FOX & BET producers are protected from any legal action. Expert review of the exposed contract noted that such contracts are common in Reality TV. Reality Television programs are designed to be unfair and dehumanizing for their participants, I will not name names we know them well. In light of their contract, it’s hard to believe most have signed their dignity on the dotted Line and now we’re equally disgusted. Yet participants desperate for fame and fake fortune sign on the dotted line. Let’s face it we never heard of many of these performers before their exploits of reality television. From conversations with participants who thought Sunday Best and Shark Tank would be different confirmed, there is no real difference.
Ajaye’ Brewington
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By Nigeria Anderson
Model, Actor and Fitness Extraordinaire
Mr. Ajaye’ Brewington is one of New York’s own champions. He has conquered the concrete jungle in the areas of fashion, film and fitness. A very tough feat for those bold enough to admit it. Thirteen years and still going strong with new projects on the rise. His latest project schedule to be release in March is titled HOME: The Film. HOME: The Film is a winner of fourteen International Film Festival Awards. Nominee for NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Direction. Ajaye’ Brewington is exceptionally delighted that the film is finally being made available on DVD. Ajaye’ Brewington says it was a great opportunity to work with such a great cast and Gbenga Akinnagbe is great in Jono Oliver’s debut. Ajaye’ Brewington is not knew to the entertainment industry and continues to reinvent himself to remain relevant in a transitional career set. He jokes about it by stating One minute you are hot and the next minute people are like what happen to him. Ajaye’ Brewington took time out of his busy schedule to let us know the truth about being consistent and paid, in a field where so many give up trying. His testimony will surely bless you especially, if you ever considered acting.
Devon Baker
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By Nigeria Anderson
Devon Baker Releases His First Single off New Project
Mr. Devon Baker is an amazing testimony of when the Lord calls you answer. Even when you don’t want to. After singing background for a host of well known gospel recording artists, a career opening pushed him into a solo male gospel recording artist category. Now unaccompanied by a stage of many, Devon Baker has made his way center stage. Devon Baker’s commanding tenor is his gift from God and his gift has now made room for him. He has received many accolades from his cohorts in the gospel community such as Bishop Paul Morton, Israel Houghton and Darwin Hobbs. Also, he played a major role in gospel recording artist and songwriter Ted Winn’s music ministry. Sometimes people can get comfortable just being in a place where they are supposed to be temporary. Devon Baker had to learn in spite of his comfort, to whom much is given much more is required.
Chadwick Boseman
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By Nigeria Anderson
Chadwick Boseman as James Brown
There is another exceptional actor on the rise his name is Chadwick Boseman. Chadwick Boseman is an actor, playwright, and screenwriter who graduated from Howard University and the British American Dramatic Academy at Oxford. Although he is not new to film or television most may remember his role as Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42.
Recently, talks have been that Boseman will hit the big screen again. In another iconic role of the late Godfather of Soul a.k.a Mr. Dynamite, legendary Mr. James Brown. Chadwick Boseman portrays Mr. brown in the film Get On Up which is currently shooting in Mississippi. Before passing in 2006, the project had Mr. James Brown involved behind the scenes, so we should await an accurate portrayal of his life. With the awesome award winning and nominating performance Chadwick Boseman gave in 42. I am confident that he will be able to fulfill the expectation for such a legend as James Brown.
Life Skills for the Performing Artist
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Opera Singer, Bri Cooper
Life Skills for the Performing Artist
5 Ways to Keep Yourself Afloat Between Gigs
So, I have never been ashamed of my game. Let’s face it. A life in the performing arts is NO easy task, unless of course the stars and the moons line up every single time you go out for an audition. I have always surrounded myself with very positive, drivers. You know…..people who are driven and only see things in a positive light. I have always been very grateful that the people who have sought out my advice and opinions about different things come to me and want to talk it out. Maybe I did not hear from them in a few years or maybe it was just yesterday. At any rate, the other day a musician friend asked me about a problem they were having, it had to do with a job situation. As I listened it dawned on me that many think performing artists are not considered legit “performing artists” UNLESS all of your income is coming from, in this case, performing.
Give K.i.D A Chance
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By Nigeria Anderson
Kids of International Deportess Says Give K.i.D A Chance
Jessica Ordeñana-Papa is the founder of K.i.D. a program which provides a service that affects many, yet goes without media support. Upon hearing her story and learning more about K.i.D. It was important for me to share with my readers. Jessica Papa’s mission is to help Children of Deportees. Jessica Ordenana-Papa says; I started this cause because I am a K.i.D – Kids of International Deportees is in the process of becoming a Non Profit Organization. K.i.D will be a program that will focus on Children of Deportees. Not everyone is aware of what an epidemic this situation has become. I will help these children with social, financial, employment, education, legal & mental health concerns. In addition, to have a place young children & adolescents can talk to other kids that are in the same situation and most importantly keep in touch with their parent(s). This all comes from a personal experience with my mother & how badly it affected my siblings & me.
I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL
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By Nigeria Anderson
I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL
Miles Montego played by Ja Rule has cars, good looks, women, mansion and money. What he does not have is Christ in his life. Miles Montego was king of the streets as a high-level drug trafficker and although he has tried to move on, the DEA isn’t convinced. Vanessa Leon played by Adrienne Bailon, a woman who is different than every other woman he’s met, he is drawn to her beauty and her faith. She is a “church girl” in every sense of the word. Increasingly, Miles is torn between a life that he knows and a love that he feels. I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL which is based on true events, is a powerful, inspiring story of a love between a man and a woman, a gift of second chances and a family at home and in church that never stops praying and believing. I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL is an excellent introduction that taps issues regarding faith in a modern format. It provides us with situations that stretches us from hope to faith into believing, that God has a plan for our life. I enjoyed the film not to many films pray In Jesus Name so it was a blessing that was not edited out praise the Lord.
I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL has all the elements of the trying of faith. A great movie for everyone to see, action, love and no cursing or over the top drama, a good Christian film. The cast did a great job.
Randy Christian
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By Nigeria Anderson
Randy Christian of We Hot Music is bringing the best in R&B and Hip Hop music. Do you remember when you first heard Forever My Lady by Jodeci. It was a timeless song, that set the year of 1991 on fire and introduce us to a new kind of R&B and Hip Hop. This is the next installment of great music R&B and Soul Music. A prodigy of Teddy Pendergrass, Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross and Usher. Randy Christian is taking the music industry by storm bringing his passion to sing in your ears. Randy Christian began to sing around the house and his mother and father was shocked! The encouraged him to pursue his love for music. Randy Christian began singing in churches and family gatherings.
Bridgette Cooper
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By Nigeria Anderson
We Know Her And Love Our Opera Singer “Bri” Cooper
In the world of music, we are always happy to welcome a real Key Player like Bridgette “Bri” Cooper. Returning with new material and wonderful projects Bri continues to shine. Although, Opera can be very traditional and conservative for the most part, it has made it to America’s Got Talent. Therefore it is evident that the ears of music enthusiast are demanding more quality. I am here to say that Bridgette “Bri” Cooper is bringing just that to her listeners and to those who will take time out to be introduced to a sound that will give you goose bumps. Opera is a performance of great passion, vocal control and the results are stunning and the sound incredible. If you have not had the time to just sit and enjoy an Opera performance or sound, please take a moment and allow Bri Cooper to welcome you into her genre of song.
CAYMAN KELLY
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By Nigeria Anderson
THE VOICE OF SIRIUS XM RADIO HEART & SOUL
Cayman Kelly currently has a national radio show on Sirius XM’s Heart & Soul. He has interviewed a host of talented and anointed artists such as Jennifer Hudson, Kenny Lattimore and Fantasia. Names which are synonymous with his titled show Heart & Soul. It was my pleasure to talk with Cayman Kelly about radio and the direction of radio. He really explains the ins and outs of radio and being a radio personality.
Cayman Kelly is working on some new projects you will want to know more about. We have him right here giving you the 411 on the business. Cayman Kelly is not only a voice he is a visionary. Take a listen to our interview (click link). For more information about Cayman Kelly feel free to email us at Urbanbuzzmagazine@aol.com.
