It’s been a long time coming, but I’m back and better than ever! I’ve taken a necessary hiatus from this blog, but due to the current social climate I’ve decided to relaunch this blog. Starting in October, I will go back to writing articles based on that Third Eye Point of View. I have so much to say and so much to share. So stay tuned and go tell your friends about it because things around here are about to go galactic!
Happy Birthday Bob!
Bob Marley would’ve been 70 years old today had he lived. His spirit and the spirit of his music however, will live on forever. And the wisdom of his words are needed now more than ever. I discovered the music of Robert Nesta ‘Bob’ Marley at a very, very young age and as a teenager I learned more about the man behind the music.
Needless to say, I’m a fan and as the years go by, it disturbs me that many people only see him as this ganja smoking, philandering icon. Many have forgotten the principles that he stood for, the sacrifices he made and the message of Love that he spread. He was a musical pioneer, a revolutionary, a Soul rebel and most importantly, a lover of, and a provider to his people. He always spoke his truth, he always stood for what he believed, and regardless of the hatred that he endured, he continued to represent Love.
Vivien Goldman, a British author who has written two books about Mr. Marley, posted an in-depth article to commemorate his 70th Birthday. She speaks about her time spent interviewing Bob, and what we can still learn from the message he spread over 30 years ago. So, please click here to read the article, and in the mean time, start Jammin’ to celebrate the day this legend was born.
Simply Beautiful
The lovely Ms. Lupita Nyong’o is the face of Vogue’s July 2014 Cover issue. Her skin looks absolutely luminous and her smile is beyond radiant. For more pictures and excerpts from the feature article, please click here.
A Phenomenal Woman
Her words are, and will be, forever remembered. Rest easy Ms. Angelou, and may your spirit forever fly free.
History Made!
Ariel LeBeau for Fuse
Big Freedia bounced his way into the Guinness Book of World Records today. With over 300 people simultaneously twerking to Big Freedia’s hit song, history was made today in NYC! History was not only made for the current dance craze, but history was made for the long standing culture of Bounce music.
5,4,3,2,1…Make that Ass sound Like a Gun!
Not too many people know this about me, but I’m a huge, huge fan of Southern rap music…ALL southern rap music. Especially, that New Orleans Bounce music and those New Orleans rump shakers. For those who don’t know, I’m from the south, but I now live in Brooklyn and living in Brooklyn means that southern rap music, especially underground southern rap music, gets little if any, local radio airplay! I truly miss hearing that ass shaking music and believe me, Pandora can be of little help. So when I found out via Facebook that the New Orleans bounce artist, Big Freedia (The Queen Diva) will be in NYC tomorrow to set a world record bounce/twerk attempt, I said to myself, “Awww shit now, you have to be a part of this!” So tomorrow at 12:00 noon on 34th Street Herald Square, I will be there bouncin’ to that New ‘Awlins sound I grew up on and know oh so well. I will be there to pay homage to my Southern roots, I will be there for all of the bounce artists who hoped for this mainstream moment, but are no longer here with us (R.I.P) and I will be there to support Big Freedia. But most of all, I will be there to shake my ass!
To learn more about Big Freedia click here. Also tune in to Fuse TV on October 2nd to watch Big Freedia’s new reality show “Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce”.
Last Dance
It has been reported that disco diva Donna Summer has lost her battle with cancer. She was 63 years old. Let’s all get up and dance, to honor the Queen of Disco.
Thank you Ms. Summer for keeping us on the dancefloor!
A Change Gone Come….
As artists, we have the platform to bring awareness to the masses. It is a position that should be taken seriously by those who deem themselves as artists. Anything less is unforgivable.
In the aftermath of the Trayvon Martin tragedy, Sinead O’Connor wrote a prolific letter. I want to Thank Ms. O’Connor for her words of truth and wisdom. Click here to read.
The Most Exclusive Party
Last night, Vanity Fair hosted its annual Oscar Party. Even though it’s the most exclusive party to be invited to, click here for some pics. Enjoy!
Denzel Washington Donates $2 million to Fordham
Actor and philanthropist Denzel Washington has donated $2 million to Fordham University undergraduate acting program. The 1977 Fordham University graduate said in a statement, “I wanted to create the Denzel Washington Endowed Scholarship and Chair in Theatre at Fordham in order to offer the next generation of students positive influences. Phylicia Rashad, as the inaugural holder of the chair, will provide the care, compassion and that extra push to help take students where they’re meant to go.” Rashad, a Tony-award winning actress, has started teaching the course ‘Creating A Character’ at Fordham.
Fordham University is hoping to announce a recipient for the scholarship this fall. It’s good to see Denzel giving back in a big way.
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