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Ashlee Nicole Spills DOT com!

2010-06-26T14:09:00.003-05:00

For those of you following my blog, thank you.

I'm sure you guys thought I've been MIA, but I haven't. Ashlee Nicole Spills has moved to an actual site. Yay!! So, while I will be doing my regular Entertainment, Music and (New Orleans) Events on ashleenicolespills.com, I will keep this blogspot up to blog about "My So-Called Social Life."

Stay tuned!! ♥

And join the mailing list on ashleenicolespills.com!

The Weekend Spill: 5.21. - 5.23.10.

2010-05-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Friday - Sunday
Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo Festival
Bayou St. John
Live music, food, and art

Friday, May 21, 2010

NOLA's Spring Fling Fashion Show
Blue Nile
7p

PJ Morton's NOLA CD Release Concert
Howlin' Wolf
Doors @ 9P; Show @ 10P
Tickets: $15

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Off The Dome 2010: Emcee Competition
The Hiho Lounge (2239 St. Claude)
9P
$8

Recession Sessions
Metro
10P
Drink specials ranging from $3 - $5 from 10p - 1a

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Brass Band Sunday w/ Hot 8 Brass Band
Howlin' Wolf
9P
$8

Next Week: Thursday, May 27, 2010:
Doug E. Fresh LIVE
Republic
10P
Tickets: $15; limited amount

Devin The Dude
The Parish @ HOB
Doors @ 8P; Show @ 9P
Advance tickets: $15; Day of show: $16 ♥

The Weekend Spill: 5.14. - 5.16.10.

2010-05-14T08:05:00.003-05:00

Friday, May 14, 2010

5p:
The Friday Funk & Crunk BBQ
Handsome Willy’s Patio Bar

TGIF: Free Hors D’oeuvres + Live Band Intermission + After Dark Party
VASO

10p:
The Tipping Point: Cap & Gown Edition
Handsome Willy’s Bar & Lounge

Sock Hop Throwback with DJ Jubilee
Republic NOLA

Vivacious Models Presents The Garden Of Eden Birthday Celebration
VASO

A-List Fridays: Graduate Unplugged Volume II
The Hookah

10:30p:
A1 Entertainment Presents $1 Fridays
The Hangar

11p:
Tril Wil’s 30th Birthday
VASO

TABU: The Ultimate Ladies Night
Club Voila

Saturday, May 15, 2010

10p:
Heaven & Hell: Vampire’s Ball
The Metropolitan Nighclub

Four LOKO Saturdays
Michaul’s

2010 Alumni Experience
VASO

Customer Appreciation Party
NV Lounge

11:25p:
Melao: Ladies Appreciation Night
Voila

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Noon:
Gulf Aid Benefit Concert w. Lenny Kravitz + John Legend + Mos Def + more
Convention Center
Purchase Tickets

7p:
Vivacious Models’ Sexy & Wet Pool party
ElmWood Fitness Center

10p:
The Late Show: The Graduate Unplugged Vol.
Republic NOLA ♥

Travie McCoy Covers and Spreads Honey.

2010-05-11T15:56:00.008-05:00

Singer/Rapper/Songwriter/Gym Class Heroes frontman Travie McCoy gorgeously graces the cover of Honey Magazine.

Check out the spread:

Here's Behind The Scenes footage of Travie's shoot:

Peep:

In his exclusive interview with Honey, Travie talks about his upcoming album, breakups, his love for rap beef, and Forgetting Katy Perry. Cute. Hear more about it in his interview.

Peep:

Yes! I absolutely love this man! I've been following Travie and GCH since the beginning of their time. I'm so ecstatic that he's doing a project outside of GCH. From the sound of his first single, "Billionaire" ft. Bruno Mars, I know this album will be my ish! The video makes it even better. It makes me wanna go back to Cali, to Venice beach. Beautiful! and might I add, I die for Travie's blog.

If you've missed it, peep:

Travie's first project outside of GCH, Lazarus, is set to drop June 8.

Fun Fact: Travie's middle name is Lazarus. ♥

New Video | Drake - "Find Your Love."

2010-05-11T09:30:00.004-05:00

Check out the video for Drake's "Find Your Love" featuring Video Vixen Maliah Michel and Dancehall artist Mavado.

I can definitely dig it. "Hey, hey, hey…"

"Find Your Love" was produced by Kanye West. Video directed by Anthony Mandler, and shot in Jamaica. ♥

Video | BTS: Ludacris x Trey Songz - "Sex Room."

2010-05-11T09:00:00.001-05:00

Check out Behind the Scenes footage of Ludacris's video for "Sex Room" featuring Trey Songz.

Peep:

"Sex Room" is off of Ludacris's latest album Battle of the Sexes. ♥

Video | Bobby Brown Proposes During Concert.

2010-05-11T08:30:00.000-05:00

Bobby Brown surprised everyone as he got down on one knee to propose to his girlfriend Alecia (of three years) on stage during a concert in Jacksonville, FL. Their 11-month-old son, Cassius, accompanied Alecia on stage.

Peep:

Seems like Bobby is really trying to get himself together. He's laying off of the drugs, working on his weight, touring with Ralph and Johnny. Hopefully he's really found true love.

When Ralph Tresvant asked Bobby, "This one's forever, right?" Bobby replied, "Yeah, I hope so. Ima work harder on this one than I did on the last one." We'll see. Congrats and good luck! ♥

Video | An Interview with Remy Ma -- Part One.

2010-05-11T08:00:00.002-05:00

WillC and Tana (StreetHeat TV) caught up with rapper Remy Ma live from Bedford Hills Correctional Facility for Women in Bedford Hills, New York.

In her first ever interview from prison, Remy speaks on prison life, haters, Nicki Minaj, Keys and more. She also warns anyone praying on her downfall that she's coming back soon and harder than ever.

Peep:

Remy Ma is serving an eight-year term stemming from an incident circa '07-'08. She is set to be released in 2013.

Fun Fact: Remy Ma married rapper Papoose while in prison in May 2008. ♥

New Music | TheSekondElement - The Kommencement.

2010-05-10T15:18:00.006-05:00

TheSeKondElement drops her debut LP, The Kommencement today.

"The timing & title is more than fitting. Commencement means a beginning or start. It is also a ceremony in which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students. Dropping a year & 1 day after she received her own degree from Xavier University and two days after many of her closest friends received theirs, this truly is just the beginning for TheSeKondElement and everyone in her camp.

If you love Hip Hop &/or poetry you are sure to love this project. If you aren't feeling Hip Hop or poetry so much, this is the perfect project for you to give either genre another try. Listeners and fans across the country have called TheSeKondElement's music refreshing and a detour from current radio & TV play."

via TheSekondElement.

You can cop The Kommencement at these locations:

Ensign
5035 Freret Street

Traffic Boutique
121 Chartres Street

or simply download The Kommencement. ♥

RIP, Lena Horne.

2010-05-10T13:47:00.003-05:00

Jazz Singer, Actress, and Civil Rights Activist Lena Horne, has died. She was 92.

Ms. Horne died at New York-Presbyterian Hospital on Mother's Day, according to The Associated Press. There's no word on the cause of her death.

If you don't know much about Ms. Horne, get your knowledge here. ♥

New Mixtape | CrackTracks - Motivation 504.

2010-05-10T13:17:00.004-05:00

The legendary CrackTtracks is back at it again with his newest mixtape:

CrackTracks Presents

MOTIVATION 504 - IT'S ABOUT THAT TIME

Featuring

Jay Electronica
Dom Kennedy
Curren$y
Chip Tha Ripper
Stalley
Aquaforce
Kashflow
Gunz
The SekondElement
Tha Cartel
and more...

The mixtape is slated to drop Tuesday at Midnight. ♥

The May 12th: Chip Tha Ripper x Mickey Factz.

2010-05-10T11:15:00.006-05:00

Supreme Street x Traffic Boutique, along with BooKoo, Present

THE MAY 12TH: CHIP THA RIPPER x MICKEY FACTZ

Also Performing:
AQUAFORCE
J-LIE
ALEVY
I.C.U.
and more...

DJ RQ AWAY on the 1s and 2s.
Hosted By: SHINY GREEN

FREE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE HOTTEST STREETWEAR BRANDS!!

EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:
BOOKOO CLOTHING
PRYZD
FUSICOLOGY

18+

Pre-sale tickets | $10

Purchase tickets here or at
Traffic Boutique | 212 Chartres St. ♥

New Video | Kourtney Heart - "My Boy."

2010-05-10T10:34:00.003-05:00

Check out the official video for Kourtney Heart's latest single "My Boy."

New Orleans' own R&B princess collaborated with rapper Magnolia Shorty in this hot song. Look out for cameos by DJ Raj Smoove, Rantz, Partners N Crime, and more.

Peep:

Video directed by Bmike (2-Cent TV). ♥

Photos | Flashback Friday @ 102.9.

2010-05-10T08:30:00.005-05:00

Last Friday, 102.9 hosted Flashback Friday, featuring past, present and future New Orleans' DJs.

Legends and artists like Davey D, Slick Leo, Captain Charles, Partners N Crime, Gregory D, Free Agents Brass Band, Mr. Gary (Odyssey Records) came through, while Ice Mike and others called in.

That day was so epic, Im still in awe! I can't even begin to explain how it went down in the studio! If you missed the show, there's no explanation I can give you to make you feel that experience. You missed out, b!

Check out the photos:

view the full album.

[Images via Jinky Ashley] ♥

New Mixtape | Jeezy x Don Cannon - Trap or Die 2.

2010-05-04T13:00:00.001-05:00

I hope you're ready!

Tracklist

1. Introduction
2. Trap Or Die Reloaded
3. Stop Playin Wit Me
4. Insane
5. Problem
6. Camaro
7. Lose My Mind (Feat. Plies)
8. Greatest Trapper Alive
9. Ill’in (Feat. The Clipse)
10. Just Saying
11. The TakeOver (Feat. Bigga Rankins)
12. D Boyz (Produced By Don Cannon)
13. Hood Politics
14. Ride Wit Me (Feat. Trick Daddy & Scarface)
15. Go Hard
16. Talking
17. Time
18. I Remember
19. Grape
20. My Tool (Feat. Baby & Bun B)
21. Da Greatest
22. Bonus Track

Download Trap or Die 2. ♥

New Video | Beyonce - "Why Don't You Love Me."

2010-05-04T12:39:00.003-05:00

Check out the full video for Beyonce's "Why Don't You Love Me."

Peep:

"Why Don't You Love Me" was written by Solange Knowles and is from Bey's latest album I Am...Sasha Fierce. ♥

New Video | Sade - "Baby Father."

2010-05-04T10:00:00.000-05:00

Yesss! I am so pleased to present to you the latest single/video from Sade.

Peep:

Sade - Baby Father

"Your daddy love come with a lifetime guarantee."

Omg. You really don't understand what ma'am just did to me. First off, I love, love, LOVE Sade! Not to mention this is my favorite song off of her latest album Soldier of Love.

I'm so happy she made "Baby Father" her next single and matched it with a video. Loved it, and she looks gorg. This has definitely made my day.

If you have yet to cop the album, do yourself a favor and get that thang! You're definitely missing out.

Dowlnload Soldier of Love ♥

Sneak Peek | Dream x Ludacris - "Love King" Remix.

2010-05-04T09:30:00.000-05:00

Check out a video teaser for The Dream's remix to "Love King," featuring Ludacris.

Peep:

The video for "Love King" will premiere on Defjam.com this Wednesday. ♥

On Set: Aquaforce - "Ghost."

2010-05-03T09:30:00.001-05:00

Yesterday, Aquaforce shot the video for "Ghost."

Check out pics from the shoot:

If you've been hiding under a rock and haven't heard the song, listen up:

Aquaforce - Ghost

"Ghost" is off of AF's debut mixtape Burgundy. The video is set to premiere May 28.

Download Burgundy. ♥

Beyonce's New Tattoo?

2010-05-03T09:00:00.002-05:00

Bey was spotted late Saturday night while clubbing in Chelsea.

Check out her new but may be fake tattoo:

There are no reports on the meaning behind the tattoo, nor if the tattoo is real or not.

Clearly, my thought (like yours, I'm sure) is that the tattoo is an ode to her hubby's hometown. If it is real, I love how she puts on for her boo.

Thoughts? ♥

Sneak Peek | Why Don't You Love me

2010-05-03T08:30:00.000-05:00

The queen B is back -- for now.

Check out the video teaser for her new song "Why Don't You Love Me," written by her sister, Solange.

Peep:

Bey's transformations are never too much for me. Can't wait to see the full vid.

Stay tuned. ♥

When I Was 15: Trey Songz.

2010-05-03T08:00:00.000-05:00

The other day, Trey Songz twitpic'd this photo of him at fifteen years old:

All I can say is thank God he grew into his looks. #thatisall ♥

The Weekend Spill: 4.30 - 5.02.10.

2010-04-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

Friday, April 30, 2010

New Orleans Jazz and Herritige Festival
New Orleans Fair Grounds
11A

Happy (Happy) Hour
Phillips Rest & Bar
5P

Crawfish Boil
Handsome Willy's Bar & Lounge
5P

Soul Food: The Friday After Work Happy Hour
LePhare
5P

Soul Rebels + more
The Parish @ House of Blues
9P

Don't Ask, Don't Tell Series
Rubyfruit Jungle
9P

The Tipping Point: Lagniappe Edition
Handsome Willy's Bar & Lounge
10P

A1 Fridays Grand Opening
The Hangar
10:30P

Saturday, May 1, 2010

New Orleans Jazz and Herritige Festival
New Orleans Fair Grounds
11A

Gong Show
Le Roux
8P

Champagne Saturdays
Club Red Velvet
9P

Grassroots: Jazz Fest Edition
Dragon's Den
10P

Summer Jam Fest
Metro
10P

E.O.E. and Shamar Allen + The Underdawgs
Maison
10P

DJ Bigg Cheez's Real Bigg Birthday Bash
NV Lounge
11P

Sunday, May 2, 2010

New Orleans Jazz and Herritige Festival
New Orleans Fair Grounds
11A

Industry Sundays
Speak Eazy Bar and Grill
8p

Old School End of Jazz Fest Dance Party w/ Mannie Fresh
Maison
10P

Eye Candy: RQ Candy Edition
The Hookah
10P

Bull Headed: The Late Show Taurus Bday Celebration & Jazz Fest After Party
Republic
10P

Upcoming Events: 4.28.10.

2010-04-28T10:00:00.000-05:00

All Day
$5.50 Large Daiquiris
New Orleans Original Daiquiri

2 for 1 Margaritas
Felipe's Taqueria [Both Locations]

4P
CASA on the Catwalk: A Hair & Fashion Extravaganza
Metro

5P
Wednesday at The Square: Marcia Ball + more
Lafayette Square

Latin Night
Phillips Rest & Bar

Wednesday Night Street Car + Steak Night w. Captain Charles
NV Lounge

7:30P
PANACHE ft. CuttingEdgeDiva Fashion Showing
M.I.C.A.

8:15P
Kamikaze Karaoke Wednesdays
Handsome Willy's

10P
Dancehall Classics feat DJ T-Roy
Dragon’s Den ♥

New Videos | Chris Brown x Tyga.

2010-04-28T08:30:00.001-05:00

Tyga (Young Money) and Chris Brown have been putting out heat lately, leading up to the release of their Fan of a Fan mixtape.

Here are two videos to match the songs.

Peep:

Chris Brown ft. Tyga - Holla at Me

Tyga ft. Chris Brown - G Sh-t

No word on when Fan of a Fan will be dropping, but of course I'll keep you posted. ♥

New Video | Rasheeda ft. Toya x Diamond x Lola x Kandi.

2010-04-28T08:00:00.000-05:00

Check out the video to Rasheeda's "Bedrock" remix featuring Toya Carter, Diamond, Lola Monroe and Kandi (Xscape).

Peep:

"Bedrock" is off of Rasheeda's latest mixtape Boss B-tch Music. Download it here. ♥

New Music | Eminem - Despicable.

2010-04-27T15:32:00.005-05:00

If you've attempted to cover these beats, stop NOW! Em murdered them, and it's no reviving 'em.

Check out Em's freestyles to the beats of "Over" and "Beamer, Benz or Bentley." It is truly the hottest ish you never heard.

Listen Up:

Eminem - Despicable

I'm still in awe. And THIS is why I live for Em.

Em's first single "Not Afraid," from his upcoming album Recovery is set tp drop this Thursday. Can't wait! ♥

Curren$y Deletes His Twitter.

2010-04-27T15:08:00.007-05:00

...or so he says.

Just hours after he made a couple of comments, which seemed to be in reference to the Terry Kennedy "F-ck Curren$y" video, Spitta posted this via twitter:

No word on why Spitta hit it. Stay tuned.

Update:

Curren$y has confirmed that his twitter page was hacked:

Okay, carry one. ♥

New Music | Aquaforce - Getcha Mind Right.

2010-04-27T14:23:00.006-05:00

Last night, Aquaforce x Crack Tracks went into the lab and cooked up this Young Jeezy remix.

Aquaforce - Getcha Mind Right

"Getcha Mind Right" is off of the new mixtape The Legend of Tony Earl: Return to the Catalina Wine Mixer, dropping soon. ♥

Terry Kennedy x Fly Society: "F-ck Curren$y."

2010-04-27T13:55:00.008-05:00

Skate boarder Terry Kennedy and his Fly Society West crew, along with the streets of Cali go IN on rapper Curren$y in their "F-ck Curren$y" campaign video.

Peep:

Warning: Very explicit language

"hahaha.....nerrrrrr thought I'd say this...."BIG UPS.......2 all my Haters!!!(shawty lo voice).... jets fool" via @CurrenSy_Spitta.

Curren$y > Fly Society. ♥

New Album | B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray + Performance.

2010-04-27T09:30:00.006-05:00

The wait is over! B.o.B's debut album B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray drops today!

Tracklist

1. Don't Let Me Fall
2. Nothin' On You (feat. Bruno Mars)
3. Past My Shades (feat. Lupe Fiasco)
4. Airplanes (feat. Hayley Williams of Paramore)
5. Bet I (feat. T.I. & Playboy Tre)
6. Ghost In the Machine
7. The Kids (feat. Janelle Monáe)
8. Magic (feat. Rivers Cuomo)
9. Fame
10. Lovelier Than You
11. 5th Dimension (feat. Ricco Barrino)
12. Airplanes, Pt. II (feat. Eminem & Hayley Williams of Paramore)
13. Letters from Vietnam (Bonus Track)
14. I See Ya (Bonus Track)
15. B.o.B Interview
16. Nothin' On You (feat. Bruno Mars)

Download B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray.

ALSO

Check out Bobby Ray's performance at the House of Blues New Orleans the other night.

That concert was über dope. Photos coming soon. ♥

New Video | M.I.A - "Born Free."

2010-04-27T09:00:00.001-05:00

WARNING: Über graphic content. Viewer discretion is advised.

Peep:

Thoughts? ♥

Behind The Scenes | First Date w. Wiz Khailfa + Curren$y.

2010-04-27T08:30:00.000-05:00

A couple of weeks ago, I posted First Date w. Wiz Khailfa + Curren$y. Now, here are the outtakes from the interview. Hilarity!

Peep:

Fun-knee. ♥

New Music | Curren$y - Role Model.

2010-04-27T08:00:00.001-05:00

The homie Spitta and Producer Ski Beatz recently collaborated in the studio. Here's one of the joints they cooked up.

Listen Up:

Curren$y - Role Model (Produced by Ski Beatz)

In Case You Forgot: Pilot Talk is set to drop über soon.

Keep Up: @currenSy_Spitta | @skibeatz. ♥

New Video | T.I. - "I'm Back."

2010-04-27T07:30:00.000-05:00

Check out the video to "I'm Back," T.I.'s first single since his time in prison.

Peep:

"I'm Back" is from T.I.'s upcoming album King Uncaged. It's slated to drop August 17. ♥

Ray J + Brandy's Long Lost "Brother."

2010-04-27T07:00:00.000-05:00

A word from "C-Dove."

Peep:

I just wanna know one thing: WHO is sir?! And I wonder if Ray J or Brandy will have anything to say about this nonsense. I'M mad that I was up at 4a listening to this sincere fool for 10+ minutes.

But wait...there's more. He introduces his kids, and asks daddy Willie to take a DNA test on May 22 in Atlanta.

Peep:

I don't know, y'all. It can be a possibility but 'm sideyeing him DOWN. Did he really have to put his kids in it, tho?

Thoughts? ♥

Remembering Left Eye.

2010-04-25T13:56:00.008-05:00

Today marks the 8th year anniversary of Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes' death. This year, she would have been 39.

Left Eye was in La Ceiba, Honduras, when she died in a car accident. She, along with nine others were in the car at the time, but she was the only fatality.

On twitter, fans continually post lyrics, quotes and thoughts about the late singer/rapper. #RIPLeftEye was made into a trending topic.

I've always loved Left Eye. She was my fave of the group. Yeah, she was a little re-re, but she was different, and different is always better. She's gone but definitely not forgotten.

I was going to post the footage from the actual crash, but um, that's a bit much. So, I'll just post happy days.

Reflect:

Left Eye goes IN at the 3:06 mark

This makes me wanna watch Poetic Justice

Okay, that's enough, 'cause I can post all day! Omg, I MISS Left Eye!

Though Left Eye is gone, her legacy is not and will never be forgotten. Mass Appeal Entertainment, along with the Lopes family and Koch Entertainment will be dropping Eye- Legacy, a collection of music, art, and energy from the late Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes.

For more information and updates, log onto lefteyelegacy.com.

Lisa Nicole Lopes aka Left Eye
May 27, 1971 – April 25, 2002
#RIPLeftEye ♥

The Weekend Spill: 4.23 - 4.25.10.

2010-04-23T08:00:00.001-05:00

Friday, April 23, 2010

New Orleans Jazz and Herritige Festival
New Orleans Fair Grounds
11A

Happy (Happy) Hour
Phillips Rest & Bar
5P

Crawfish Boil
Handsome Willy's Bar & Lounge
5P

Soul Food: The Friday After Work Happy Hour
LePhare
5P

Trombone Shorty and Orleans Ave. + more
House of Blues
9P

All White Affair ft. DJ Captain Charles
The Labor Union Hall
9P

Juiced Out 2k10
Michaul's
10P

The Tipping Point
Handsome Willy's
10P

A Soul Odyssey
The Rusty Nail
10:30P

Calle Ocho Ladies Night
The Precinct
11P

Saturday, April 17, 2010

The "Thank Me Later Luxury Experience" ft. Drake
Contemporary Arts Center
10P

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Pastor Debra B. Morton's 2nd Anniversary
Greater St. Stephen FGBC (East Location)
10A

Stylebrity "The Cut" Official Cut Party
The Metropolitan
8P

Two Nights of Soul
Harrahs Theater
8:10P

B.O.B ft. Aquaforce
The Parish @ House of Blues
9P

Do it big. Have fun. Drink responsibly. ♥

Upcoming Events: 4.22.10.

2010-04-22T09:30:00.000-05:00

All Day
$2.50 Dos Equis
Felipe’s Taqueria [French Quarter]

2P
Soul Rebels' Louisiana Music Factory In-Store
210 Decatur St.

4P
Belly Dancing Thursdays
Byblos [Magazine St.]

New Birth Brass Band
Preservation Hall

6P
Where They At: New Orleans Bounce & Hip-Hop in Words and Pictures Opening
Ogden Museum of Southern Art

8:30P
Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Vaughan's Lounge

9P
Girls Night Out
Phillips Rest & Bar

9P – 12A
$1 Dos Equis on Draft
$1.50 off purchase w/ Student ID
Felipe’s Taqueria Uptown

10P
Brass Band Blowout w/Soul Rebels, Rebirth + Hot 8
Howlin' Wolf

Thursday of Happy Hour
Taqueria San Miguel

Bayou International Thursdays w/ DJ T-Roy
Blue Nile

11P
Soul Rebels Brass Band Jazz Fest Kickoff
Le Bon Temps Roule ♥

Diggy Presents...

2010-04-22T09:00:00.000-05:00

Chivalrous Culture

Check out Chivalrous Culture Sneakers, Diggy Simmons' new footwear line.

Dope, right? If I wore sneaks, I'd definitely rock these. Diggy's über cool. I love this little guy.

Chivalrous Culture is set to drop in August. Until then, keep up with the Chivalrous Culture blog.

[via Diggy's blog] ♥

Yours Truly Brand Summer 2k10 Drop.

2010-04-22T08:30:00.001-05:00

Check out the Summer 2010 release of Yours Truly.

Peep:

See more at yourstrulybrand.com, or hit 'em up on facebook. ♥

New Mixtape | Dee-1 - I Hope They Hear Me!

2010-04-22T08:00:00.003-05:00

Check out Rapper Dee-1's new mixtape iHopeTheyHearMe. If you copped Dee's debut album David & Goliath then you can only imagine what this is going to sound like. And the best part about this mixtape, it's FREE. So, scroll down, download it, pass it on and enjoy!

But first, check out the Press Release:

On April 21, 2010, New Orleans hip-hop artist Dee-1 will release his latest musical effort in the form of a mixtape entitled, “I Hope They Hear Me!”. Fans can download the new mixtape from www.dee1music.com this Wednesday, and Dee-1 is encouraging his fans to bootleg and burn copies in order to “share the wealth” with unfamiliar audiences. When it comes to a wealth of music, Dee-1 is living large. After the rave reviews and undeniable response to his debut album release, “David & Goliath”, Dee-1 was happy but far from complacent with his early successes. Dee-1 is hitting his loyal fan base with an array of highly anticipated new recordings, and better yet, he is making it available for free download.

While many new and old fans will be able to download the music free of charge (and share it virally), he will also be providing them with the option to “Donate” through a PayPal link on his website, allowing his most diehard fans to assign their own value to the project. This “Pay What You Will” model was made famous by Radio Head, however, it’s full potential has yet to be seen in the urban music market. According to Dee-1, the new material “makes a statement” about his position in the rap game; a position which is continually rising higher and higher, though he is still being denied the recognition he deserves.

While music critics and industry shot callers have clearly acknowledged Dee-1’s unique ability to blend lyrical content with mainstream appeal, they tend to underestimate his potential as a major driving force in the forthcoming renaissance of hip-hop music and culture. The demand for Dee-1’s brand of music is clearly there; any astute observer can see the growing indifference to typical terrestrial radio, the discontent with mediocre live performers and the hunger for new fresh sounds found throughout the underground blog sites and social networking sites.

Tracklist

Roger That!
Say Yeah!!
No Applause!
Exhibit D!
All I Do is Win!
Hip Hop Hooray!
100 Yard Dash!
Cherries & Strawberries!!!!
Always Strapped!!!
And the Beat Goes On!!
Hollywood Divorce!
What Should I Do!
I'm Good!
Hero!
QUEENS (BOUNCE REMIX!)
Nothing To Worry About!
And the Crowd Said Heyyy!
The Announcement (Final Exam!)

Download I Hope They Hear Me! ♥

Monica Spills T.I. & Tiny's Wedding Deets on Wendy.

2010-04-21T07:00:00.000-05:00

Monica went on The Wendy Williams Show recently and dropped a few details on the upcoming wedding of T.I. and Tiny.

Peep:

Monica also performed "Everything To Me."

[Image via Wendy's twitter] ♥

New Mixtape | Kashflow - UFO.

2010-04-20T08:00:00.000-05:00

Kashflow hits us with another banging mixtape, UFO (Ultimate Fly Object), hosted by Crack Tracks.

But first, peep Kashflow's webisodes promoting UFO:

Tracklist

Fly Like Me
Dreamin Out Loud
Big City Dreams
Straight Out New Awlins
Fly Lesson #1
You Know
Kush
Smokin N Watchin Movies
Villain Style
4/20
Fly Lesson #2
Ask About Me
Dirty MOney
From The Top
Fly Lesson #3
Wherever
My Fresh

Download UFO (Ultimate Fly Object)

To stay current with Kash, hit up his blog and/or twitter.

The UFO Spill -- coming soon. ♥

New Mixtape | Bzy Bee - Abstrak.

2010-04-20T07:30:00.003-05:00

One of the hottest female emcees residing in New Orleans has finally dropped the mixtape we've all been waiting for.

If you've been living under a rock and aren't familiar with Bzy Bee, read up on her here. If you're up on game, click below to cop Abstrak: It's All In My Mind, hosted by DJ RQ Away.

Tracklist

1. its all in my mind (intro)
2. knock me down
3. reloaded
4. living life fast
5. abstrak lova ft suave
6. apollonoa ft december
7. sky high ft lil dee + aquaforce
8. city lights ft prescious
9. clear up my mind
10. not a day ft suave
11. if u luv me
12. master of emotions
13. move ft focus
14. taking over me
15. abstrak lova remix ft aquaforce + suave

Download Abstrak: It's All In My Mind.

Keep up with Bee:
iambzybee.com
@iam_bzybee

The Abstrak: It's All In My Mind Spill -- on its way! ♥

RIP, Guru.

2010-04-20T07:00:00.000-05:00

Sad day for HIp Hop!

Hip Hop legend Guru, 1/2 of Gang Starr, died early Monday morning. He was 43.

Guru battled cancer for a very long time and kept his illness private until recently. In February 2010, he suffered a heart attack and went into a coma. He reportedly woke up from his coma and was in recovery.

Here is a letter that Guru wrote to his fans, friends, supporters, and DJ Premier before his death:

I, Guru, am writing this letter to my fans, friends and loved ones around the world. I have had a long battle with cancer and have succumbed to the disease. I have suffered with this illness for over a year. I have exhausted all medical options.

I have a non-profit organization called Each One Counts dedicated to carrying on my charitable work on behalf of abused and disadvantaged children from around the world and also to educate and research a cure for this terrible disease that took my life. I write this with tears in my eyes, not of sorrow but of joy for what a wonderful life I have enjoyed and how many great people I have had the pleasure of meeting.

My loyal best friend, partner and brother, Solar, has been at my side through it all and has been made my health proxy by myself on all matters relating to myself. He has been with me by my side on my many hospital stays, operations, doctors visits and stayed with me at my home and cared for me when I could not care for myself. Solar and his family is my family and I love them dearly and I expect my family, friends, and fans to respect that, regardless to anybody's feelings on the matter. It is my wish that counts. This being said I am survived by the love of my life, my sun KC, who I trust will be looked after by Solar and his family as their own. Any awards or tributes should be accepted, organized approved by Solar on behalf myself and my son until he is of age to except on his own.

I do not wish my ex-DJ to have anything to do with my name likeness, events tributes etc. connected in anyway to my situation including any use of my name or circumstance for any reason and I have instructed my lawyers to enforce this. I had nothing to do with him in life for over 7 years and want nothing to do with him in death. Solar has my life story and is well informed on my family situation, as well as the real reason for separating from my ex-DJ. As the sole founder of GangStarr, I am very proud of what GangStarr has meant to the music world and fans. I equally am proud of my Jazzmatazz series and as the father of Hip-Hop/Jazz. I am most proud of my leadership and pioneering efforts on Jazzmatazz 4 for reinvigorating the Hip-Hop/Jazz genre in a time when music quality has reached an all time low. Solar and I have toured in places that I have never been before with GangStarr or Jazzmatatazz and we gained a reputation for being the best on the planet at Hip-Hop/Jazz, as well as the biggest and most influential Hip-Hop/Jazz record with Jazzmatazz 4 of the decade to now. The work I have done with Solar represents a legacy far beyond its time. And we as a team were not afraid to push the envelope. To me this is what true artists do! As men of honor we stood tall in the face of small mindedness, greed, and ignorance. As we fought for music and integrity at the cost of not earning millions and for this I will always be happy and proud, and would like to thank the million fans who have seen us perform over the years from all over the world. The work I have done with Solar represents a legacy far beyond its time and is my most creative and experimental to date. I hope that our music will receive the attention it deserves as it is some of the best work I have done and represents some of the best years of my life.

Read the full story, here.

"We gotta get mo' money, mo' money, and mo' money."

Peep:

[SOURCE]

The Four Twenty Spill.

2010-04-19T08:00:00.001-05:00

Here are the two most happening events for Tuesday, 4/20. If you don't know what 4/20 is about, click it.

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

Doors: 8P
Show: 9P
Price: $25
Ages: 18+

Purchase tickets at houseofblues.com, or visit the HOB Box Office.

House of Blues
225 Decatur St.

Supreme Street x Traffic Boutique Present

NATIONAL SMOKE DAY: THE STREETWEAR EDITION

CURREN$Y PERFORMING LIVE

DJ RQAWAY

ALSO PERFORMING:
AQUAFORCE
KASHFLOW
I.C.U.
K GATES
BZY BEE
and more...

FREE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE HOTTEST STREETWEAR BRANDS!!

EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:
FUSICOLOGY
DIAMOND SUPPLY
PRYZD
PIETY

18+

Pre-sale tickets | $10

Purchase tickets online or at
Traffic Boutique
212 Chartres St.

The Weekend Spill: 4.16 - 4.18.10

2010-04-16T08:00:00.001-05:00

Friday, April 16, 2010

Smoke-free Happy Happy Hour
Phillips Rest & Bar
4:30P

Crawfish Boil
Handsome Willy's Bar & Lounge
5P

Soul Food: The Friday After Work Happy Hour
LePhare
5P

The Chippendales
Harrah's New Orleans
7P; 10P

Old School Hip Hop for Haiti Dance
The Suite
7P

2010 DMC NOLA National DJ Battle Qualifier
Hookah Cafe
8P

STAR WARS Throwback w. BOGO drinks
Republic NOLA
10P

Calle Ocho Ladies Night
The Precinct
11P

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Sexy vs Classy: A Fashion War
Louisiana Superdome
5P

Bustout Burlesque
House of Blues
8P; 10P

Keith Sweat + Bell Biv Devoe + Dru Hill w. Sisqo
UNO Lakefront Arena
8P

LMAO Comedy Showcase: Comedy for a Cause -- Cause Rent Is Due!
Bullet's Sports Br
8:30p

The Fashion Lab Presents Where Fashion & Music Meet
Michaul's
9P

Flow Fridays
Club Ampersand
10P

DJ Digital's Birthday Rampage
The Metro
10P

DJ Slab 1's Birthday Bash
NV Lounge
11P

Sunday, April 18, 2010

All White Affair
Zulu Club
1P

The Essence of N.O.W.: Spring Fashion Dance-Sing Fling
NV Lounge
7P

Dappa + Kourtney Heart + more
Howlin' Wolf
8P

DIVA: A Freakum Dress Affair
Republic NOLA
9:55P

All White Soiree
Mike's East - West
10P

Have a blast. Live it up. Drink responsibly. ♥

DMC NOLA Regional Qualifier.

2010-04-16T08:00:00.000-05:00

DMC NOLA (New Orleans LA) Regional Qualifier

Hosted by Truth Universal

Native Instruments presents DMC World Champion DJ SHIFTEE

Extra special showcase by DJ MISTA B - 2009 DMC US Runner Up

Judges include: MISTA B, DJ SPIN and more to be announced!!

Doors open at 8pm. Show begins at 10:30pm

21+

Cover | $20

Sponsored by:
Technics
Rane
Serato
Native Instruments
Rodec
Dubspot
Scratch DJ Academy
DJ Times
URB
Frank 151
Turntablist Network

The Hookah
309 Decatur St.
hookah-club.com

For more info on DMC USA, log onto dmcworld.com. ♥

First Date w. Wiz Khailfa + Curren$y.

2010-04-15T19:44:00.005-05:00

MTV News' Rya Backer goes bowling and gets familiar with rappers Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y.

In this interview, Wiz and Curren$y talk about how they met, their turn-ons and offs, and one tries to get close to Rya.

Check it out:

Haha. That was super cute. ♥

New Video | Toni Braxton - "Hands Tied."

2010-04-15T15:03:00.005-05:00

Here's another video from Toni B. Check out "Hands Tied" off of her new album Pulse.

Peep:

Good look, Toni!

I was über happy to see a cameo by Jensen Atkins (Wade from Noah's Arc), and Michael Jai White (Why Did I Get Married). ♥

Traffic Boutique's 4/20 Release Tees.

2010-04-15T10:15:00.005-05:00

Doobies tee | $30
Leading up to one of the biggest concerts in 4/20 history, Traffic Boutique is releasing it's official "Doobies" t-shirt.

Also, check out the Pryzd x Traffic Boutique tee:

Pryzd x Traffic tee | $25
Pryzd x Traffic tee | $25

Both tees are for a limited time only. Only a small amount have been printed.

Pre-order yours now, only at:

Traffic Boutique
212 Chartres St. ♥

The Spill: Thursday, April 15, 2010.

2010-04-15T10:00:00.001-05:00

All Day
$2.50 Dos Equis
Felipe’s Taqueria [French Quarter]

4P
Belly Dancing Thursdays
Byblos [Magazine St.]

6P
Sistahs Making a Change
Ashé Cultural Arts Center

7P
Crawfish Boil ft. Young Fellaz Brass Band
The Maison

8P
Brown Suga Thursday
2901 General DeGaulle Ave.

Live Art Modeling
Fair Grinds

New Birth Brass Band
Preservation Hall

Fredy Omar's Birthday Bash
VASO

8:30P
Monica
The Sugar Mill

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Vaughan's Lounge

9P
Girls Night Out
Phillips Rest & Bar

Signature Thursdays - Fundraiser for KID smART
LePhare

9P – 12A
$1 Dos Equis on Draft
$1.50 off purchase w/ Student ID
Felipe’s Taqueria Uptown

10P
Bayou International Thursdays w/ DJ T-Roy
Blue Nile

10:15P
Yerba Buena Latin Nights
Republic NOLA

10:20P
The Birth of Digital Disaster
Club Ampersand

11P
Soul Rebels Brass Band
Le Bon Temps ♥

T.I. x Drama - F-ck A Mixtape.

2010-04-15T09:42:00.005-05:00

Check out this teaser for T.I. upcoming mixtape, F-ck A Mixtape, hosted by DJ Drama. 'Scuse the obscenity. Geez.

Peep:

Um, yeah, that is all. ♥

WTF Moment: Boy Sings/Dances To Rihanna's "Rude Boy."

2010-04-15T00:59:00.003-05:00

So, yesterday, my little sis sent me this video and I haven't been right ever since. I don't even think I can give you a proper intro to this travesty.

Just watch:

There are so many questions going on in my head, I don't know where to begin. Like, WHERE are his parents? WHAT possessed him to make this video? WHERE are his parents?!

I'm confused with my emotions. I don't know whether to be disgusted, freaked out, or find some type of humor in this situation. Such a disgrace. Then, he had the nerve to scream out "it's barbie, b-tch!" Um...alright, for the new generation. Smh.

I'm officially tainted.

Thanks a lot, Iman! ♥

Janelle Monae Covers Honey Mag.

2010-04-14T20:50:00.006-05:00

Janelle Monae covers the latest issue of Honey Magazine.

In the issue, she speaks on her unique style and sound, always wearing a tux, dating, and being signed to Diddy.

Has the sound of your music changed significantly?
I wouldn’t say my music has changed significantly. I’ve always been a music lover of great albums: Stevie Wonder’s Music of Mind, Innervisions, to David Bowie. It’s always been in me to pull from these inspirations and to come up with something unique and to pull from myself. I just needed time to find that, and in terms of actually putting what was in my head and mind, to see that come to fruition is a beautiful moment. It was always in me. I just had to test the water, be safe, don’t jump in, put your feet in and see how cold the water is. Now it’s time to do back flips and handstands.

What does your closet look like? Is the tux really your daily uniform?
Exactly like that. I bathe in it, I swim in it, and I could be buried in it. A tux is such a standard uniform, it’s so classy and it’s a lifestyle I enjoy. The tux keeps me balanced. I look at myself as a canvas. I don’t want to cloud myself with too many colors or I’ll go crazy. It’s an experiment I’m doing. I think I want to be in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Do you find time to date?
I do. I think that love is very beautiful and it’s an energy that I love having. I do date and I do have someone that I love. Someone that understands me very well and encourages me to be the best person and artist I can be. I couldn’t ask for a better android.

Were you surprised that Diddy took interest?
There was a part of me that says why wasn’t he? I don’t think he is a stupid guy at all, very smart.

Read the full interview.

Check out her spread:

That lady is out of this world dope. ♥

[SOURCE]

New Mixtape | Wiz Khalifa - Kush & OJ.

2010-04-14T20:02:00.010-05:00

You've been waiting, and anticipating. Well, it's finally here. Wiz Khalifa's hot, new mixtape Kush & OJ.

It's a must download. I've been listening to it since Wiz released it via twitter early Wednesday.

Tracklist

1. Waken Baken
2. Mezmorized
3. We're Done
4. Skit 1
5. The Statement
6. Spotlight (feat. Killa Kyleon)
7. Skit 2
8. The Kid Frankie
9. Up
10. Never Been
11. In Tha Cut
12. Visions
13. Still Blazin
14. Slim Skit
15. Petal to the Metal (feat Johnny Juliano)
16. Good Dank
17. Skit 3
18. Glass House (feat. Curren$y and Big Krit)
19. Outro
20. Supply (feat Nesby Phips)

Download Kush & OJ.

The cover of Wiz's mixtape was inspired by the cover of David Ruffin’s 1979 album Gentleman Ruffin.

♥

Monica LIVE at the Sugar Mill.

2010-04-14T08:00:00.003-05:00

Yung Fly & Rich presents
Monica
plus Rantz and more
Live
Thursday, April 15
@ The Sugar Mill
1021 Convention Center Blvd.

DJ Mike Swift on the 1s and 2s

Doors | 8:30P
Show | 9:30P
Dress Code: NO Baseball caps or white tees
For tickets, call 504-994-4393.

After-party immediately following

♥

Another Day, Another Celebreality Show.

2010-04-14T07:45:00.000-05:00

Wait. Get ready. This time, it's ~~Lil~~ Romeo, son of mogul Master P. Check out the "trailer" for his upcoming reality show Romeo & Juliet.

Peep:

Where are their mamas?!

No word on which network is picking up the show, but it's slated to be coming soon. ♥

New Video | Toni Braxton - "Make My Heart."

2010-04-14T07:30:00.000-05:00

It's been a minute, but Toni Braxton's back. Check out the video for her new single "Make My Heart," off of her upcoming album Pulse.

Peep:

Um. Let's just go with your thoughts. Any??

Pulse will be in stores May 4. ♥

The Real Britney Spears.

2010-04-14T07:20:00.000-05:00

Britney Spears gave Candies permission to release pre-photoshopped photos of her from their campaign ads.

Finally, someone to prove to these youngins that no one is perfect. It's Britney, b-tch! ♥

[SOURCE]

In Case You Missed It: Tiny & Toya on Chelsea Lately.

2010-04-14T07:00:00.000-05:00

TIny and Toya appeared on Chelsea Lately to promote the new season of TIny and Toya.

Peep:

I knew it was going to be pure hilarity after seeing Chelsea's face when they showed a clip of the show. I actually laughed during the entire interview.

I love how Chelsea gets her little hits in and all the guests can do is laugh. She is über hilarious!

Tiny & Toya premiered April 13. Catch new episodes every Tuesday on BET. ♥

[Image via BET.com]

New Music | Rihanna ft. Shyne.

2010-04-14T06:20:00.000-05:00

And another one! Add this to the list of "Rude Boy" remixes. Here's Rihanna featuring Shyne.

Listen up:

Omg. Are people still making remixes to this song? Let it go, puhlease.

Um, I love Shyne and all, but what's really good with this remix? Like, WHY does he sound like that, and WHAT is that flow about?! He definitely came strong and wrong! I still like his voice, though. -smile-

Maybe next time. I'm rooting for you, Shynee! ♥

New Video | Drake - "Over."

2010-04-14T06:00:00.000-05:00

Finally, here's Drake's debut video for his latest hit "Over," directed by Anthony Mandler.

Peep:

Omg, did y'all see that? He looked at the camera! Yayyy! Step one. And, Is it me or does that blonde chick resemble Rocsi?

Okay, so, his solo video was long overdue. Am I the only one that thinks it's so crazy how dude has been out for over awhile, in video after video, and now just putting out his first video? No, "Successful" and "Best I Ever Had" were "clips," this video is his first, according to Drake in an MTV interview.

Are you even still anticipating his debut album?! Lawd. Wonder if that'll get pushed back, again.

Thank Me Later is slated to be in stores June 2010.

[Image via mtv.com] ♥

New Album | PJ Morton - Walk Alone.

2010-04-13T06:45:00.000-05:00

PJ Morton is back with his new album, Walk Alone.

Tracklist

Walk Alone
Girlfriend
Don't Ever Leave
She's Gone
The One
I Need Your Love
Love You More (feat. Tweet)
Son of a Preacherman
Mountains and Molehills
Forever
Let Go

Download Here.

I've been down with Pee Jay, as I like to call him, since his days at Greater St. Stephen. LOVE him and all of his music. Not just because he's New Orleans bred, although that helps, but his music makes me feel good. It speaks to me and makes my heart think. He's a modern day Stevie Wonder.

If you're into good, heart-felt music, you should definitely cop the album. His melodic songs will infect your heart, in a good way.

If you haven't had the pleasure of seeing him live, you HAVE to attend his upcoming events:

April 30, 2010
Congo Square
New Orleans Jazz Festival

May 21, 2010 | 9P
CD Release Concert
Howlin’ Wolf
thehowlinwolf.com

♥

In Case You Missed It: Dondria - You're The One.

2010-04-13T06:30:00.000-05:00

Check out Dondria's video for her debut song "You're The One."

Peep:

First off, I love her. And I'm talking pre-introduction on 106 and Park.

Dondria (aka Phatfffat) has been around for a minute, well, at least on youtube. That's where Jermaine Dupri discovered her.

I love her voice and her original music.

Check out Dondria's youtube page to see where and how it all started. ♥

In Case You Missed It: The Dream - Love King.

2010-04-13T06:15:00.000-05:00

The Dream's video for his latest single "Love King" premiered on 106 and Park last Wednesday.

Peep:

I LOVE this song! Really, I love any song by The Dream. No matter if he wrote it, produced it, or is singing it, his music is the answer.

Um, the video: Cute. Idk too much about those dances at the end, Dream, but the concept is cute. It gives me Jay-Z's "Girls, Girls, Girls" video. ♥

Video | Waka Flocka Flame - "O Let's Do It" Remix.

2010-04-13T06:00:00.003-05:00

The video to one of the most official remixes: Waka Flocka Flame's "O Let's Do It" remix featuring Diddy and Rick Ross.

When I first heard this song, I fell in love. I'm glad I heard it before the video came out because it really doesn't do the song justice. It's so not the same without Gucci. This video is straight goon city tho! Lol.

I wonder what Waka's cooking up now. I'm anticipating his second release. ♥

The Weekend Spill: 4.9 - 4.11.10

2010-04-09T09:17:00.004-05:00

Friday, April 9

11a
2010 French Quarter Festival
French Quarter
[Soul Rebels tonight, at 8p, Woldenberg Park]

5p
Happiest Happy Hour
NV Lounge

10p
The Tipping Point: Back to Basics ft. DJ RQ Away
Handsome Willy's

Saturday, April 10

7p | 10p
Comedian Charlie Murphy
Harrahs Casino
Tickets: $30
For tickets, call 1.800.745.3000

9p
The Soundclash: New Orleans' Premier Beat Battle, Artist Showcase, and Networking Event
Howlin' Wolf
Door | $10
[To compete in beat battle, email nosoundclash@gmail.com]

Sunday, April 11

8p
A Sweet Concert at the Suite ft. Lyfe Jennings and Urban Mystic
Doors | 6p; Concert | 8p
For tickets call 504.450.1393

10p
Ladies Night Out
Metro
Ladies, free before 12:30
$10

Trey Songz and Jeezy's VIBE Covers.

2010-04-07T20:20:00.006-05:00

These are the actual VIBE magazine covers featuring Trey Songz and Jeezy.

Of course, a Trey Songz photo shoot wouldn't be the same without pictures that are too hot for print.

Check out Behind the Scenes footage and a few outtakes that were a little too heavy to put in VIBE:

Pssh, some were too hot for me to post! See them all here.

The April | May 2010 issue hits stands April 13. ♥

[SOURCE]

Kate Moss x Hellz Bellz.

2010-04-07T19:41:00.007-05:00

Royalty tee.

Good Girl Gone Baddest tee.

Two new online releases from Hellz Bellz. The “Royalty” tee features a young Kate Moss, and the “Good Gone Baddest” tee features a more provocative Kate. Kinda like outer vs inner.

Love, love, LOVE em. Both are ill.

Click here to purchase. ♥

[SOURCE]

Meet Violet Nash.

2010-04-07T16:57:00.004-05:00

Aww. Here is the first photo of the newest edition to the Nash family.

Violet is the first daughter of singer/actress Christina Milian and fourth of singer/songwriter/producer The Dream. He has three children with his ex-wife, singer Nivea.

Christina gave birth to Violet February 26. This is the first public photo of the baby. Thanks, US Weekly! ♥

Nicki Minaj Pulls Out of Rihanna Tour.

2010-04-07T15:50:00.005-05:00

Two days after Nicki Minaj announced that she would be one of the opening acts on Rihanna's Last Girl on Earth tour, she has announced that she will not be participating.

In a recent tweet, Nicki stated that she has decided to pull out of the tour to focus on the completion of her album.

Call me crazy, but I think this would have been huge. Idk about this move, Nicki. ♥

A Sweet Concert at The Suite.

2010-04-07T12:00:00.001-05:00

Definition DJ Big Abe and Definition DJ Big Ol present

A Sweet Concert At The Suite:
Lyfe Jennings and Urban Mystic performing live

With special guests Kourtney Heart and Denisia, the princess of New Orleans

Hosted by Big Herc

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Doors | 6p
Concert | 8p

After party immediately following concert!

The Suite
3580 Holiday Dr.

For more information, contact 504.450.1393 or 504.952.3950. ♥

Crowd Control Tour: 88-Keys + Kidz In The Hall.

2010-04-07T07:00:00.007-05:00

Supreme Street x Traffic Boutique present

Crowd Control Tour: The Streetwear Edition

88-Keys + Kidz In The Hall performing LIVE

Also Performing:
Izza Kizza
Doniis
Aquaforce
TheSekondElement

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

FREE giveaways from the hottest streetwear brands!!

Exclusive Sponsors:
Red Bull
Decon

18+

Howlin Wolf
907 S. Peters St.

Pre-sale tickets | $10

Purchase tickets at Traffic Boutique | 212 Chartres St.

Check up on the artists:

88-Keys
Kidz In The Hall
Izza Kizza
Donnis
Aquaforce
TheSekondElement ♥

B. Scott Is The New Prince.

2010-04-06T15:24:00.005-05:00

The "Multimedia Maven" B. Scott teamed up with photographer Derek Blanks to create his alter ego.

B. Scott posed as Prince and Vanity from the April 28, 1983 Rolling Stone Magazine Cover.

Here's the comparison:

Love, love, love this portrait! That man is BEAT! ♥

New Music | Trey Songz - Over [Remix].

2010-04-06T14:51:00.010-05:00

"Omg, Tremaine just won't let up." Yuuup, Trey did it again. Check out his remix to Drake's "Over."

He goes super hard, especially in his third verse, where he goes in on his father who hasn't been in his life. 'Xcuse the language.

Listen up:

Oh em gee! I just want sir to drop a mixtape with all of the songs he's freestyled over. I'm so bout 'em.

In case you missed it, click here for Trey's remix to Rihanna's "Hard." ♥

Last Girl On Earth Tour Starring Rihanna.

2010-04-06T14:11:00.006-05:00

Yesterday, Rihanna announced her upcoming Last Girl On Earth North American tour, along with special guest Ke$ha.

Nicki Minaj announced via twitter that she, too, will be joinig the gals:

Here is the list of tour dates:

Friday, July 2 - White River Amphitheatre - Seattle, WA
Sunday, July 4 – General Motors Place – Vancouver, Canada
Tuesday, July 6 – Pengrowth Saddeldome – Calgary, Canada
Friday, July 9 – ARCO Arena – Sacramento, CA
Saturday, July 10 – Shoreline Amphitheatre - Mountain View, CA
Wednesday, July 14 - Hard Rock Casino Albuquerque presents The Pavilion – Albuquerque, NM
Thursday, July 15 – Comfort Dental Amphitheatre – Denver, CO
Saturday, July 17 – Mandalay Bay Events Center – Las Vegas, NV
Wednesday, July 21 – Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA
Thursday, July 22 – Cricket Wireless Pavilion – Phoenix, AZ
Wednesday, July 28 – Philips Arena – Atlanta, GA
Friday, July 30 – Ford Amphitheatre – Tampa, FL
Saturday, July 31 – American Airlines Center – Miami, FL
Tuesday, August 3 - Verizon Wireless Music Center – Indianapolis, IN
Thursday, August 5 – Molson Canadian Amphitheatre – Toronto, Canada
Saturday, August 7 – Bell Center – Montreal, Canada
Sunday, August 8 – Comcast Center – Boston, MA
Wednesday, August 11 – Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville, CT
Thursday, August 12 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY
Sunday, August 15 – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh, NY
Wednesday, August 18 – Susquehanna Bank Center – Camden, NJ
Friday, August 20 – Jiffy Lube Live – Bristow, VA
Saturday, August 21 – Hersheypark Stadium – Hershey, PA
Sunday, August 22 – DTE Energy Music Theatre – Detroit, MI
Wednesday, August 25 – United Center – Chicago, IL

Um, so, yeah. Seems like I'll be making a trip. Who's coming with?!

For more info and updates on the tour, log onto rihannanow.com or livenation.com ♥

New Drop | we sell dope.

2010-04-05T07:00:00.000-05:00

Check out the second release of dope.'s "we sell dope." series.

Both Purple/Teal and Charcoal/White tees are $25 and will be available for purchase on Monday, 4.05.10.

Purchase tees and more at www.thedopegame.com.

Shout out to @brandonisdope. \o/ -- lol. ♥

Chrisette Michele Is Not Her Hair.

2010-04-05T06:30:00.000-05:00

Last week, Chrisette Michele performed at Albany State University's Spring Fest, and shocked everyone with her new look -- a shaved head.

When asked why she decided to chop it off, she replied:

"I was tired of black sista's feeling subject to having their hair pressed and straightened, and damaged, with relaxers, and heat. So I wanted to make short and nappy hair fashionable, and let the industry know that there is nothing wrong with the texture that we have been born with. So I plan to grow it out to the big beautiful nappy hair that I have."

Take a closer look:

Hair or no hair, she's gorg. Honestly, I think she can pull it off. ♥

[SOURCE]

Weezy Thanx You.

2010-04-05T06:15:00.001-05:00

If you thought you've heard the last of Lil Wayne until his release date, guess again. WeezyThanxYou.com is Lil Wayne's new blog that gives him a chance to reach out to his fans and respond to his fan mail.

Here's an excerpt of his first post:

Love. Live. Life. Proceed. Progress. That’s who I am and who I’ll always be. You see, we’re all living on borrowed time, so I’m not worried about this situation. Life happens quick. The more time you spend contemplating what you should have done…you lose valuable time planning what you can and will do. Trying to tear down the past prohibits you from building up your future. So for my time here, my physical will be confined to the yard. My love and my spirit, however, know no boundaries.

I’m in good spirits man, for real. My kids race through my mind all day. They know they were created with love, so love is how their life will be defined. I just hope my love and adoration for them provides a temporary bandage on a wound I unknowingly inflicted on them.

Real soon, you can catch me blogging for ESPN again thank you espn for not letting my passion for sports perish. I work out a lot because it helps pass the time. I read the Bible everyday. Jail didn’t make me find God, He’s always been there. They can lock me up, but my spirit and my love can never be confined to prison walls.

But this isn’t all about me, you are the reason for this letter. It’s because of you Rebirth went gold when critics aborted it. It’s because of you Young Money is and will always be a movement. If the weight of the world is on your shoulders, I beg of you, place it on mine. That’s the least I could do for you, after all you have sacrificed for me. If I could, I’d write each one of you back. Because of this, my team and I have created a website where you can view my letters. Each week I’ll answer as many questions as I possibly can.

He continues on with replies to some of his fan mail. Read the full post here.

The website also counts down to his release date.

Visit weezythanxyou.com to stay current with Wayne's situation, purchase your very own "Free Weezy" t-shirt, and more.

If you want to write Lil Wayne, send mail to:

Eric M. Taylor Center (EMTC)
Dwayne Carter NYSID# 02616544L
10-10 Hazen Street
East Elmhurst, NY 11370 ♥

[SOURCE]

It's Miss Amber Rose.

2010-04-05T06:00:00.002-05:00

Amber Rose took a slight hiatus from Twitterville, but she's back!

Monday afternoon, her BFF, Nicki Minaj, announced her return and urged everyone to follow her. Within minutes, Amber's friend count went from 0 to 5,000+.

If you're bout Amber Rose, hop on; follow @MissAmberR0se. ♥

The Weekend Spill: 4.2 - 4.4.10.

2010-04-02T00:43:00.004-05:00

Friday, 4.2.10

5P
Happiest Happy Hour
NV Lounge

Soul Food: The Friday After Work Happy Hour
LePhare

Funk & Crunk Happy Hour - Crawfish Boil + Fish Fry
Handsome Willy's

The "Art of the Hat" Show & Happy Hour
The Maison

10P
Double Black Affair/FLOW Fridays Easter Weekend KickOff
Ampersand

Indiana Jones Throwback
Republic NOLA

11P
A-LIST Friday: Why Should I Get Married Edition
House of Blues

Calle Ocho: Easter Jam All White Affair
The Precinct

Saturday, 4.3.10

12P
Lady Dolla feat. Na'Tee's "No Panties On" Video Shoot
Club Illusions

1P
Deeply Rooted Cookout
Traffic Boutique

4P
FAMP Networking Casting
JMP Studios

5P
The Film: The Second Line Fundraiser
1131 Decatur St.

9:30P
Wonderland :pre-Easter Soiree
W Hotel [Poydras]

10P
Trina's Oh So Amazin' Easter Concert + Album Release Party
The Howlin' Wolf

GrassRoots: April Edition
Dragon's Den

Recession Session
The Metropolitan

10:30P
Battle of the Sexes: Pre-Easter Celebration
The Precinct

Sunday, 4.4.10

10P
The Late Show: Easter Sunday Edition ft. Kourtney Heart
Republic NOLA

Addicted to Money: World Premier Party
Hosted by Tyga
The Precinct

The Easter Experience
The Metropolitan

11P
Easter After Dark
House Of Blues

Have fun. Live it up. Drink responsibly. ♥

Jay Electronica Live In Concert.

2010-03-30T14:23:00.010-05:00

Supreme Street x Traffic Boutique Present

EXHIBIT N.O.: THE STREETWEAR EDITION

JAY ELECTRONICA PERFORMING LIVE

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Howlin' Wolf
907 S. Peters St.

ALSO PERFORMING:
STALLEY
AQUA FORCE
TRUTH UNIVERSAL
GUNZ
SHAWN AWESOME
AA

DJ RQAWAY on the 1s & 2s

Also, the release of the Good Wood x Traffic Boutique Piece

FREE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE HOTTEST STREETWEAR BRANDS!!

EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:
RED BULL
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Check out one of Jay E's hottest tracks, "Exhibit C":

New Music | Charles Hamilton + B.o.B – Paperboy.

2010-03-30T10:39:00.002-05:00

Charles Hamilton and B.o.B - "Paberboy"

Check out Behind The Scenes footage of their collabo at Tree Sounds Studio in Atlanta.

I'm bout it, and def stoked to hear more! ♥

[SOURCE]

Tiny & Toya Cover Hype Hair .

2010-03-30T10:19:00.005-05:00

Tiny and Toya grace the cover of Hype Hair Magazine's latest issue.

Um. Tiny, there's something different about you. I can't quite put my finger on it. Hmm...

The second season of Tiny & Toya premieres April 13, only on BET. ♥

New Music | Nicki Minaj + Pics w. BFF Amber Rose.

2010-03-30T09:34:00.007-05:00

Check out a snippet of Nicki Minaj's newest latest "Massive Attack," from her upcoming untitled album.

Listen up:

Full song and video coming soon.

Also, check out photos from the "Massive Attack" video shoot featuring Nicki's BFF Amber Rose.

Peep:

View more photos here. ♥

[Images via amber-rose.org]

New Music | Aquaforce.

2010-03-29T18:50:00.001-05:00

Check out two new joints from Aquaforce. 'Scuse the language.

Listen up:

Aquaforce - Tetris

Aquaforce - Can't Stop The Reign

If you have yet to witness one of the greatest musical acts to ever grace the streets and stages of New Orleans, you most def should be at the Jay Electronica show this Wednesday [peep the flyer on the right]. Deets coming soon.

Stay up with Aquaforce, peep their blog. ♥

On set: The Dream - "Love King."

2010-03-29T18:33:00.005-05:00

Check out Behind The Scenes footage of Dream's "Love King" video shoot. The single is from his upcoming album, entitled the same, Love King.

Peep:

K, I'm bout this song; anticipating the actual video.

The album is slated to drop Summer 2010. The single is now available on iTunes. ♥

AquaForce Featured on AllHipHop.com.

2010-03-29T18:03:00.004-05:00

AllHipHop.com writer Diane "Shabazz" Varnie recaps her experience at SXSW in Austin, TX. Check out New Orleans' own Aquaforce in her write up about all of the dope shows she's witnessed.

Read it here.

Right on, fellas! ♥

[Image via AllHipHop]

2010 Essence Music Festival Seminars Announced.

2010-03-29T17:33:00.007-05:00

Below is the list of seminars that will take place during the 2010 Essence Music Festival here in New Orleans.

Peep:

Friday, July 2, 2010
Women's Celebration:
Steve Harvey's Love & Relationships Super Fest.

Steve Harvey
Sherris Shepherd
Hill Harper
Rodney & Holly Robinson Peete
The Spencers
Michelle Callahan
Phil Wilson
Celeste Watkins

Saturday, July 3, 2010
African American Education Summit:
Empowering Parents, Motivating Students, Closing The Gap, and Fulfilling the Dream.

Bill Cosby
Judge Penny Brown Reynolds
Dr. Steve Perry
Rev. Al Sharpton
Tom Joyner
Kym Worthy
Monique Greenwood

Sunday, July 4, 2010
All Star Gospel Salute to Kirk Franklin, Pastor Shirley Caesar, and Bishop Paul and Pastor Debra Morton.

Kirk Franklin
Pastor Shirley Caesar
Bishop Paul
and Pastor Debra Morton
Marvin Sapp
Dr. Juanita Bynum

All I can say is, it is going down on July 4. Can't wait! ♥

[SOURCE]

Funeral Arrangements for Marva Wright.

2010-03-29T17:03:00.007-05:00

Funeral arrangements have been made for New Orleans' own Marva Wright. The Blues singer passed away March 23 due to complications of strokes she suffereed in 2009.

Deets:

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Noon - 6P: Marva Wright will lie in state at Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Avenue.

6P - 8P: Musical tribute with performances by BMWs (Band of Marva Wright,) Charmaine Neville, Davell Crawford, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. and the Wild Magnolias.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

9A - 10A: Visitation/Viewing of the body.

10A: funeral service at New Hope Baptist Church, 1807 LaSalle St.

Funeral arrangements by Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home.

{SOURCE] ♥

Ricky Martin Comes Out . . .

2010-03-29T16:02:00.006-05:00

. . . Finally.

I mean, not that he owes us an explanation or anything, but singer Ricky Martin has officially announced his sexual orientation.

The singer posted "I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am" on his official website, TMZ says.

Get the full tea. ♥

New Music | Rihanna ft. Ricky Ross.

2010-03-29T16:00:00.000-05:00

Check out the remix to Rihanna's "Rude Boy" featuring Ricky Ross.

Listen Up:

♥

Usher + Ellen Go For A Ride.

2010-03-29T14:17:00.006-05:00

Usher brings us along with him and Ellen as they take on "The Hulk" roller coaster. He takes his video cam with him on the ride!  

Peep:

I friction LOVE Ellen. She's such a big kid. Get into the way she gets über excited before they take off. Lol.

Oh em gee. They make it look like super fun, but I'll past. ♥

New Video | Kelis - "Acapella."

2010-03-29T13:59:00.002-05:00

It's been a minute for Kelis, but she's back with her latest single, "Acapella," from her upcoming album Flesh Tone.

Check out the video:

I love Kelis, but I'm not a fan of the video, nor the song -- at all. Gimme "Bossy!" Her son is über cute, tho.

Flesh Tone is slated to drop Spring 2010. ♥

New Video | R. Kelly - "Echo."

2010-03-29T13:29:00.005-05:00

You've seen behind he scenes footage, now here's the official video to R. Kelly's latest hit, "Echo." Yeah, the song where he's yodeling.

Peep:

Um...okay. That's right, R! Save yo money! No big budgets up in here!

"Echo" is from R.'s latest album Untitled. The album is in stores now. ♥

New Video | Erykah Badu - "Window Seat."

2010-03-29T12:41:00.013-05:00

Erykah Badu is back with a video to her latest, "Window Seat."

Peep:

I understand that her stripping down was symbolic, but in the middle of the people, especially the kids?? Like, really, Erykah? I guess it all makes sense in the end. But not in front of the kids, E. That was a little too much.

The single is from Badu's newest album New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh. It drops tomorrow.

Click here to read more on the nakedness controversy and what E. Badu had to say via twitter. ♥

New Video | Reflection Eternal ft. Bun B.

2010-03-27T12:16:00.004-05:00

Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek are Reflection Eternal, and here is the video for their latest track, "Strangers (Paranoid)" featuring Bun B., from their mixtape The RE:Union.

The RE:Union is available for download. If you don't have it, click here. ♥

New Drop | Traffic Boutique tee.

2010-03-26T14:30:00.003-05:00

Traffic Boutique "Drippin Paint" limited release tee. It drops Wednesday, March 31. ♥