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Temeka Nelson

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June 17, 2021
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By Nigeria Anderson

Scleroderma Advocate For A Cure

Temeka Nelson also known as Meka is diagnosed with a rare disease Scleroderma. She is an advocate, speaker and podcaster for creating awareness and raising funds to help find a cure for Scleroderma. On June 20th 2pm to 7pm, It Couda Been Worse organization will have their first Skate For A Cure Event in Harlem, on 106st between 3rd and Lexington avenue. Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease characterized by abnormal connective tissue growth which can harden the skin. It can compromise everything from the heart, lungs, teeth, speech and body movement. Meka is an example of turning lemons into lemonade. Celebrities can receive endorsements and invite their wealthy friends to pay $1,000 for a plate. We are asking that you come out and donate $20 for a cause that is not mentioned on your news channels. Not everybody who is battling in their body can muster up the strength to help others. Urban Buzz Magazine is asking that you come on Sunday June 20th. It Couda Been Worse, slogan T-Shirts is a testament for all who have survived a matter not in their control.

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Shéquanda (Shea) Long

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June 9, 2021
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By Nigeria Anderson

JUNETEENTH IS COMING TO HARLEM

Mrs. Shéquanda (Shea) Long is known for her culmination of creative events. A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Shéquanda Long served as Event Coordinator to the Black Student Union (BSU), where she helped to service roughly 5000 student members of color. She was responsible for overseeing and tending to the logistical details of over a dozen annual events. Raised in Harlem, NY Shéquanda Long was born a leader and an innovator. Shea is known for her commitment to improve progress in low-income communities. She is the proud owner of Kidz Day Care, author of a children’s book Rain, Rain, Go Away! And the first to launch Juneteenth Freedom Fest NYC, (JFFNYC). Although, there is talk of fewer restrictions for events. Shea and her team have decided to have a week-long Juneteenth virtual festival online sponsored by Lunchtable June 13th to 18th and a block party on June 19th in Harlem, 12pm to 6pm,129th street between 7th and 8th avenue.

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Prentiss “PL Sweets” Thompson

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August 22, 2019
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By Nigeria Anderson

Prentiss Thompson Discuss New Film I.C.U.

Prentiss “PL Sweets” Thompson is a quintessential businessman expanding his empire in entertainment. Prentiss “PL Sweets” Thompson born and raised in Harlem, NY, is a Dj, music producer, musician, engineer, writer, filmmaker, director and CEO. He operates Godspeed Entertainment, Building 200 Films and Metro Podcast Studio with his team. He has worked with a host of well-known recording artists across various genres. Despite all his great accomplishments seeing his film I.C.U. on the big screen is a dream come true. Thompson is happy to announce his film directorial debut, I.C.U. The official screening will be held 12pm September 7th 2019 at CityPlex 12 Theater Screen 4, 360-394 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ. I had the pleasure of speaking to PL Sweets about his music and film making career.

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HYPETHAKID

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January 22, 2019
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By Nigeria Anderson

HypeThaKid DiD IT

Adesuwa Abulu (Nigerian) known as HypeThaKid took part in a contest by Swizz Beatz, since then her music is uncontested. HypeThaKid is releasing an EP with producer BeatsByBK. Their first single DiD has taken off on social media. HypeThaKid came close to a win in Swizz Beatz contest but you might wonder why she didn’t. DiD is a classic get hype and run to the dance floor and show us your footwork song. HypeThaKid is no stranger to dancing, in fact that is how she became known. It is only proper her latest single DiD will make you dance. HypeThaKid future consists of bringing her Harlem and Nigerian roots together creating a HypeThaKid exclusive sound. I’s all about being authentic combining Afrobeats with Hip-hop to produce joy, light and love in her music.

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