PRINCE and Sheila E.
@ The ALMA Awards.
Afeni Shakur has gone home to glory at the age of 69. She was Hip Hop's favorite mom, a Black Panther and the maternal link to America's most celebrated rapper 2 Pac aka TUPAC SHAKUR. Afeni passed away due to cardiac arrest in her Sausalito California home on Monday. Bitter sweet for fans, family and friends as she joins PAC in eternity. Afeni took charge of PAC's $50M catalog after he was shot and killed. A very exemplary woman who could handle business through the pain of laying her son rest. Her legacy will live forever. #BLESS
Since the late 1970's fans of all ages have enjoyed the dynamic sounds of PRINCE. His talents were beyond measurable, as were the musicians he selected to perform around the globe with him. At 5'2" and maybe 115 pounds, this dude could hammer out hit tunes, thrilling live performances and captured the essence of musicality in every respect. His persona was much larger than his stature, but he made it all work together. Almost to the degree that we never worried about his size, heeled boots flowing hair and make up-it all went together. A player of all the instruments, PRINCE was most famously photographed with one of those futuristic guitars, one of which resides in the Smithsonium. A very private artist who showed his witty business side during his battle with the record label disputes over his intellectual rights and monetary issues. PRINCE gave his all through his music and expected the same of his band & crew. The joy and fun they brought across the globe many times over, will remain in the special places of every fan's heart.
NO MALICE is a man with a renewed spirit and mind set. Formerly known as MALICE from the famed rap duo CLIPSE. Now activice in studying the WORD and gaining a better understanding of himself, his mouthpiece is still fire but the messege burns deeper! MALICE's interviews over the last couple months have been a display of a changed man with clear reasoning. He made the desicion not to join his famed brother and former rap partner, PUSHA T on the road and continue with his own movement. Very inspiring story of a young mans quest to take a spiritual trek. NO MALICE is passionate about the renewing of his faith, and has a unique sharing of the WORD. Although at this time finances and fan bases are smaller than his day's as a CLIPSE member, with NEPTUNES production and major TV apperances. What's cool is that he functioning by FAITH and still has a lot of support. Keep your ears open for NO MALICE, and check out some of his interviews.
"PULL UP ON A KID" is one of Young Jett's anthems catching fire from Sac to the tips of the planet. Recently accepting his calling to be an MC and writer, this Sacramento artist was born to rock the mic! Tracks like "BOYZ N The Hood", "We Keep The Dopest ft. SugaBrownRay and his take on MEEK MILL & DRAKE's "RICO" are getting a lot of attention. Look for him to be on projects with KOKANE, KURUPT, TURF TALK and others this summer. Young Jett has a flow that adapts to various beats like clockwork, in addition to having some crafty free-stlye skills. Jett was the headlining act at the Adrian Marcel after party this week! You can "PULL UP ON A KID" via Young Jett's SoundCloud, just click his image. For booking contact his agents at:
Originally from Boston, Jessica Newry now resides in SoCal and is a former student of the Berklee Music Academy. Her vocal skills are empecable! Newry's accapella performance is dynamic as she channels the qualities of Jill Scott and Donny Hathaway. She is currently working on an upcoming project as she is featuring on a host of amazing tracks already. Keep your lid's peeled and ears open for this young lady. Newry's personality and talent are going to take her beyond the sky's limit! ​
Norfolk Virginian rapper JAX The Uncrowned Ruler is now making moves in the Cali Bay Area #707. His latest single "CALLING ME" from his mixtape "DO YOU BELIEVE" is ear candy for hip hop and 420 fans alike. JAX has been geeting a lot of press, including The SOURCE, HIP HOP DX and MTV. Also check out "LOVE EM ALL" and "RELATIONS", JAX has a great vocal approach for discriptive story-telling. His ad libs are well placed and creative. Check out the video for JAX's "CALLING ME"!
Who's in the lab? Producer/musician/writer Shannon Lacy is recording her mega project; and it's soulful beyond belief! Guest apperances include KOKANE, ISHI DUBE, TURF TALK and Jessica Newry! Many know Ms. LACY as an awesome percussionist. As a teen she was also the musician and co-writer of such West Coast anthems as "Aint No Playa"-4 Tay, "Welcome Back To The Ghetto"-MC EIHT ft. Spice 1, "Strictly this game"-RBL and "Let's Ryde" , whic was the first of it's kind highlighting the women of Westcoast Bay Area Hip Hop "The LADIES Of The BAY".
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Percussionist Shannon Lacy testing out handpans by TZEVAOT ! #NAMM2016
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Carlos Santos and Cleveland Martin Sr. of CDM Entertainment brought forth a succesful event with at the official after party for
ADRIAN MARCEL! Monty's Lounge in Rancho Cordova, CA was flipped into an "ART GALLERY" for the night! Leather couches, chic tables and accesories were brought in to give Monty's a real sexy flare. as DJ KOMBAT held down the 1's & 2's! Sacramento artist ZOE BOSTON and Mitsuko Ching showcased their amazing paintings. Adrian Marcel and party goers were entertained by live performances via SLIM THE FORIEGNER, YOUNG JETT, YFN,
BOOG SWELLA & OG BOUT IT, Vicious, Pablo Classic and BIG TEXAS.
Are you ready Sneaker Heads? NIKE is expected to bring back this Charles Barkley 1992 Olympic retro's! The AIR FORCE 180's should be available in July!
PAUL D. JONES gave us some financial wisdom, of a self made millionaire. Credit repair and the importance there of, investing and reaching goals are just a few topics he covered! UPLOAD COMING IN MOMENTS!!
The new Rolls Royce "Dawn" is now available! Some have said this was just going to be a "Wraith", convertible. However, the unveiling of this handcrafted beast is a ode to the 1950's Rolls Royce "Silver Dawn" and all it's own. The perfectly sealed drop top is quoted to be a "Silent Ballet", during it's 22 second top up/top down function. At speeds up to 31mph you can drop the top while in slow-motion! Very romantic but not overly feminie, or masculine for that matter. It's tough and sexy! Price starts around $335k.
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Found in "Cement Shoes" up to his shin's, Peter "Petey Crack" Martinez , age 28, had been missing since Febuary 5th, 2016 . Report's state that his body floated to the surface of the Brooklyn shoreline around 10 am. His last where abouts was in route to get his hair braided. Martinez was found wrapped in black garbage bags and duck taped "mummy" stlyed; which kept his braided hair in pristine condition. Detectives say his fingers fell off. "Cement Shoes" was made popular by early mobsters. Police think someone was making Petey Crack an example of true gangster punishment. However, Martinez's body was able to surface after being drug by the under current, becuase the estimated 50 lbs of cement had air pockets in the mixture. The duct tape preserved his hair, face and head. Detectives say Petey Crack had 31 priors, ranging from weapons to check fraud. He is also affiliated with jailed rapper Bobby Shmurda and the
G Stone Crips. Peter leaves behind an unborn child, girlfriend, GS9 and family members.
BIRDMAN of CASH MONEY Records is gearing up for an indepth bio pic about his life prior to UNIVERSAL & CASH MONEY. So get ready to show a true hustler some real SPEKK!. I got a feeling it's going to be real dope! DJ KING ASSASIN will be releasing the original "DEAR MAMA" by 2 PAC ft. YO YO. Hillary Clinton was banned skies. Jet owner Dan Bilzerianust, say's the candidate will have to take other means of transportation. when we thought the Sinead O'Conor was back on track, is being sued by Arsenio Hall for alledging he supplied PRINCE with drugs. She has also been throwing shade at PRINCE, which is ironic being that he wrote her biggest hit "Nothing Compares 2 U". 2 CHAINZ was on DRINK CHAMP's discussing LEAN, specifically ACTAVIS. Artis like Justin Beiber and Soldier Boy are also avid ACTIVAS sipper's according to 2 Chainz and the artist's SM account postings. Allegation's of molestation against Hip Hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa . Several men, including NYC Judicial Delegate Ronald Savage aka Bee Stinger and Hassan "Poppy" Campbell have done interviews and made uploads to share their stories. Bambatta went on the Ed Lover & Monie Love show and denied all claims saying "It could be me today and you tommorow". STAR of Hot 97, VLAD TV and Doggie Diamonds have more indepth interviews on this matter.
Blushhh is a new female trio developed and managed by the legendary Mathew Knowles (Destiny's Child, Beyonce, Le'Andria Johnson and Trinity 357) . The young ladies bring forth an awesome blend of 90's Hip Hop and hot melodic vocal parts. Iconic Chronicles spoke with the rising stars on their up swing to success; check out what what Sunnie, Bunnie Rae and Tali think of their epic career start!
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Rayna Ivester is an artist we scrolled across about two months ago on pure happenstance. Her music was so soulful and captivating we had to meet her and get her linked with the 89.5FM KZCT family and Iconic Chronicles. Rayna's vocal abilities are rich and are of high grade qualitity in a few octaves! Her airy overtones really enhance her delivery, making for great tracks. "HOW COULD I" is her #DOPE debut single and it's taking the BAY by storm! What is most impressive is her humble hussle. Riding through the Bay Area delivering CD's to purchasing customers, getting her interviews done, booking stage and studio time; not to mention the time she takes to study via watching concert performances.
For over 55 years SAM JORDAN's Bar and Grill have served good eats to the BAY VIEW community. A certified jewel by the community and a certified SF Bay Area landmark. Sam Jordan's have kept the family legacy thriving. Check out this interview with Allen Jordan and ALL THINGS BAY VIEW television host
Sammy Hastings!
Sam Jordan's is located at 4004 3rd st. San Fransisco Ca.
Mathew Knowles is sharing that million dollar game with those that are ready to discover their inner "DNA OF ACHIEVERS". His self help book discusses the 10 traits of highly successful people. It was just released and is already a #1 BEST SELLER. Each chapter ends with great questions to ask yourself. It's a great tool and a fast read also! Check out the interview!
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