Sunday, May 31, 2015

Cookie Lyon's is 'Critics Choice'

Taraji P. Henson wins Critics Choice 

Three's Company Too ...

Three's Company - Damon Wayans Jr, Rebel Wilson and Alison Brie star in 'How To Be Single', opening in Theatres 2016.

Alison, Damon and Rebel 


'Color' @ The French Open


Paris - These two fellas are giving 'color' and much 'flavor' at the French OPEN 2015. Opponents on the Courts, close friends off.  Jo-Wilfred Tsonga and Gael Monfils both born Frenchmen. 'Allez'!!!

Tsonga & Monfils

Affirmation

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for this day, for this grueling week of adversity.  I've endured because of you, the pain has lifted.  To GOD be the Glory.  Within a blink of an eye, life shifts, without notice.  Please continue to prepare me for whatever lies ahead, however the way the wind blows.  I am nothing without you.  I always ask for favor, mercy and grace.  With your guidance, I ask that you protect me from hurt, harm, fear and danger.  As I look to the Hills ...
Blessings to my Family, My Friends and my Foes.  I am a vessel to spread the word of your goodness and mercy.  For every Lesson there's a Blessing.  I look to you and I do give Thanks.
Amen~

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Friday, May 22, 2015

Happy (45) Birthday Naomi

Happy Birthday to Iconic Superstar Model Naomi Campbell ...

You look Fabulous!!!

TGIF

Recharge the Light in you.#TGIF

R.I.P. Louis Johnson


Louis 'thunder thumbs' Johnson was born April 13, 1955, died May 22, 2015 was an American bass guitarist.

Johnson was best known for his group The Brothers Johnson and his session playing on several hit albums of the 1970s and 1980s including the "best selling album of all time" Thriller. His signature sound is from the Music Man StingRay bass which Leo Fender especially made for him to first use and promote, and from his slapping technique.  Johnson is 'Funkin' now in Heaven.  Rest In Peace.

He's Baaaaaaaaaaaack ...

Miguel has confirmed when he’ll be unleashing ‘Wildheart,’ his third studio album. And, let’s just say, it’s sooner than one might think.  Led by the Wale assisted ‘Coffee,’ the follow-up to 2012’s ‘Kaleidoscope Dream’ will officially land in stores on ... June 30.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Flashback Who's That ???

'FirmBiz' by The Firm, blasted its way to the airways and clubs.  The hype was strong about rap trio.  It was an American hip hop supergroup that formed in New York City in 1996. It was created by rapper Nas, his manager Steve Stoute, producer Dr. Dre and production team the Trackmasters. The group was composed of East Coast-based rappers Nas, Foxy BrownAZ and Nature, who served as a replacement for Cormega after he was ousted from the group.

Unfortunately the group didn't live up to the initial hype and high expectations from fans upon their formation after collectively signing to Dr. Dre's Aftermath label, The Firm's debut album, The Album (1997), generated disappointing sales and generally negative criticism. The album, which featured predominant mafioso rap-themes and production from Dr. Dre and the Trackmasters, was criticized for its mainstream, pop-orientation. Their debut album was the group's only release and they disbanded in 1998 with each member continuing their solo careers.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Happy (69) Cher ...

Happy Birthday Cher ...

Goodbye 'Ol' Friend ...

The love affair started in 1982. Jumping a beat for a minute let's agree and acknowledge this fact Dave Letterman is the ONLY person that Johnny Carson wanted to replace him ... It was a blow to his ego, feeling second best, when NBC choose Jay Leno over him.  You can't keep a good man down, he left the network for CBS.


Tonight 'Late Night' Television marks the end of my childhood comfort zone.  We had Johnny Carson AND Dave Letterman, both had a certain flair, a vomfortabality about themselves.  They were the perfect tag team. 


David Michael Letterman was born April 12, 1947 he is an American television host, comedian, writer, producer, and actor.  His Late Show with David Letterman, broadcast on CBS. Letterman has been a fixture on late night television since the February 1, 1982, debut of Late Night with David Letterman on NBC.  In 2013, Letterman surpassed friend and mentor Johnny Carson as the longest-serving late night talk show host in TV history, at 31 years.  On April 3, 2014, Letterman announced he would retire in 2015.  CBS announced that Stephen Colbert, comedian, writer and host of Comedy Central's The Colbert Report since 2005, will take his place. 


We witnessed his quintuple by mass on 2000.  He dealt with personal controversy in front of the public eye,  On his October 1, 2009, show, Letterman announced that he had been the victim of a blackmail attempt by someone threatening to reveal that he had had sex with several of his female employees, and at the same time, he confirmed that he had had such relationships.  His intelligence always shone through, you always understood his opinion of his guests, if he liked you, you knew it, also if he didn't, you knew that too.  He was sharp, witty, uncanny, unapologetic, but above all HE WAS COOL!!! So long 'Ol' Comfort Food friend, it's best a therapeutic ride.  Take a bow ... Well Done!

Thank you Mr. Dave Letterman ...

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Malcolm X Birthday (90)

Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little and also known as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, was an American Muslim minister and a human rights activist.

The 6'4 activist died at the young age of 39.

Sunday, May 17, 2015

Billboard Awards Tonight

The year was 1993 when Superstar Whitney Houston won 11 coveted Billboard Awards setting a record for the most awarded in one night.  She also performed her 'I Have Nothing' single to a thunderous standing ovation.  Tonight the Billboard Awards airs on ABC hosted by rapper/actor Ludacris with performances by Mariah Carey, John Legend, Britney Spears and more.

Affirmation

Happy Sunday Everyone ...


Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for another day. I humbly surrender my all to you. Please continue protect me from hurt, harm, fear and danger. Im merely a Vessel to spread the word of your goodness and your Mercy. No Weapons formed against me shall prosper, if God brings it to you, he will surely pull you through.  Satin I rebuke you, I rejoice in GOD.  Today is about recharge, reconnection and replenishment.  Destiny is not achieved by stagnation.   Im able to do all things through Christ, who lives within me. I ask that you continue Guide and Direct my path! Protect my Family, Friends and Foes.  For all the Blessings in my Life, I do give thanks. Amen~

Saturday, May 16, 2015

'BESSIE' on HBO

Tika Sumpter - 'BESSIE' premieres tonight on HBO, starring Queen Latifah, Michael Epps, Khandi Alexander, Oliver Pratt and Tika Sumpter.

She's Baaaaaack ...


Janet Jackson rewarded her fans with some major news on her birthday.

On Saturday, Jackson celebrated turning 49 years old by dropping a video announcing a new album and tour. The singer tweeted the video with the hashtag #ConversationsInACafe, the presumed title of her upcoming album. In the video Jackson says, "This year: new music, new world tour, a new movement. I've been listening. Let's keep the conversation going."

Happy Birthday Ame RIP

We had AMAZING times together, you taught me about true friendship and unconditionality.  Your transition has left a void in my life.  When I close my eyes I can hear your laughter and Visualize your smile.  I'll never forget you Ame Williams ... Gone Too Soon.

Happy Birthday Damita Jo

I promise I'll be worth the Wait - Janet

Friday, May 15, 2015

TGIF

Hold on to your vision, and trust the Process. #TGIF


The Thrill Is Gone ...


A Blues GOD has transitioned.  Riley B. King  born on September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015.  King was known by his stage name B.B. King, was an American blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist.  Musicians Carlos Santana and  Eric Clapton were inspired by this Blues Genius.

Rolling Stone magazine ranked him at No. 1 on its 2011 list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time (previously ranked No. 3 in the 2003 edition of the same list), and he was ranked No. 17 in Gibson's "Top 50 Guitarists of All Time".  According to Edward M. Komara, King "introduced a sophisticated style of soloing based on fluid string bending and shimmering vibrato that would influence virtually every electric blues guitarist that followed."  King was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. King was also inducted into 2014 class of the R&B Music Hall of Fame. He is considered one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, earning the nickname "The King of Blues", and one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar" (along with Albert King and Freddie King).  King was also known for performing tirelessly throughout his musical career, appearing at more than 200 concerts per year on average into his 70s.   In 1956, he reportedly appeared at 342 shows.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Flashback Who's That???


Andwele Gardner was born February 14, 1978.  He is better known by his stage name Dwele is an American soulsingersongwriter and record producer from Detroit, Michigan.

He played piano from the age of six, later taking up trumpetbass and guitar.  He was deeply affected by the fatal shooting of his father outside his home when he was age ten, later stating "I learned to put my emotions into music; it was my therapy."   With six well received albums under his belt, Dwele cites Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Roy Ayers,Miles Davis, and Freddie Hubbard as favorite artists, and took inspiration from hip hop group A Tribe Called Quest, becoming an MC, and working with Slum Village.

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Happy (65) Birthday Stevie ...

Happy Birthday - Stevie Wonder is 65 today.  An American musical Genius musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist. A child prodigy extraordinaire.  Wonder is an Oscar, Grammy, American Music Award, Soul Train, Image Award, Kennedy Center Honors recipient.  Among Wonder's works are singles such as "Superstition", "Sir Duke", "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" "My Cherie Amour' and "I Just Called to Say I Love You"; and albums such as Talking Book, Innervisions and Songs in the Key of Life.



He has recorded more than 30 U.S. top ten hits and received 25 Grammy Awards, the most ever awarded to a male solo artist, and has sold over 100 million albums and singles, making him one of the top 60 best-selling music artists ever.



Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Rihanna covers VOGUE

Rihanna fully clothed snatched the 'Cover' away from the 'near' naked other contenders at The Met Gala.

Rihanna shine bright like a diamond

Game ON!!!

Camilia Clarke ... Game of Thrones

LYON's ROAR on ESSENCE

Hakim, Andre' and Jamal Lyon

All Grow'd Up ...

USC star athletic, Actor and Rapper Romeo Miller stars in the upcoming 'Chocolate City' film starring Tyson Beckford, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Ginuwine  and Michael Jai Parker.  

Romeo is ready for his closeup

Missing You

Forever loving and Missing You!!!

Monday, May 11, 2015

Happy (40) Birthday Coby

Coby Scott Bell  was born May 11, 1975.  He is an American actor and producer.  The actor is a proud father oftwo  sets of twins, one set daughters, the other set is a boy and girl.  He is known for his roles as professional football player Jason Pitts on the The CW/BET comedy-drama The Game andNYPD officer Tyrone Davis, Jr. on the NBC drama Third Watch. He also co-starred as Jesse Porter on the USA Network original series Burn Notice.  

Sunday, May 10, 2015

Affirmation

Dear Heavenly Father ...
Im forever grateful for your love and forgiveness.  As I continue on this Journey, learning new lessons and correcting old mistakes.  I am nothing without you in my life.  I need you everyday of my life.  Continue to protect, guide and direct my path.  Present the positives and the negatives in my life.  Those against me, cannot be for me, for If GOD be for me ...
I am your humble servant, here merely to be a vessel to spread the word of your goodness and your mercy.  Please bless my family, my friends and my foes.
For all the Blessings in my Life, I do Thanks.

Amen~  

A Mother's Love is ...

I truly remember, and I always will