2013 Archive - Straight From The A [SFTA] – Atlanta Entertainment Industry Gossip & News

The Real Housewives of Atlanta – Season 16, Episode 2 | Recap + Watch FULL Episode (VIDEO)

EXCLUSIVE: Simon Guobadia Issues Press Release Regarding ‘Questionable’ Immigration Issue

En Vogue Songstress Dawn Robinson, 58, Reveals She’s Homeless & Living in Her Car (VIDEO)

Queen Latifah Calls In “A” List Favors For New Talk Show + Refuses To Discuss Sexuality…

Aug, 28 2013 | Written by ATLien

Queen Latifah was photographed above as she ‘chucks the deuce’ make-up free outside of The Trump Hotel Soho Hotel in New York (August 25, 2013).

The Grammy Award winning, Academy Award nominee, and overall respected TV talent brand has a new talk show on the horizon and is looking to a few of her Hollywood besties, to pull in big ratings.

Word on the curb is that Will Smith is amongst the big names leading the pack her opening week (but being that he and wife Jada-Pinkett-Smith are Executive producing the show, those two as guests are a no brainer).

Other “A” listers expected to grace Latifah’s couch included John Travolta, Sharon Stone, Jake Gyllenhaal, and even pal Jamie Foxx are planned in hopes to boost ratings for the new daytime talk show, which airs September 16th.

?I cannot think of a more talented and fun group of people to share the stage with in celebration of the launch of my new show,? Latifah said.

“I am honored to have the support of so many long-time friends and colleagues as I begin this journey, and I look forward to sharing this experience with all of them and with the many new friends I will make along the way.?

But wait… Jay-Z may also be added to the list of Latifah’s talk show wish list!

Details below… Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,News Jay-Z, Queen Latifah

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2Chainz Hosts ‘B.O.A.T.S. II’ #MeTime Album Listening Party… [PHOTOS + VIDEO]

Aug, 28 2013 | Written by ATLien

Rapper 2Chainz played host to a slew of industry insiders and fans during his ‘B.O.A.T.S. II’ #MeTime Album Listening Party Monday evening (August 26, 2013).

[READ: Mugshot Mania: 2Chainz Arrested in Oklahoma, Responds via Twitter… ]

At the ripe age of 34 years old, 2 Chainz has suddenly became one of the hottest stars in the Hip Hop genre, in large thanks to his name change (from Tity Boi), and critical collaborations with Kanye, Drake and Nicki Minaj.

His new album, “B.O.A.T.S. II” aka ‘Based On A TRU Story 2,’? follows his successful 2012 solo debut of the same title and is scheduled to be released September 10th.

The popular rapper has had a hard go of it with the law in other states recently but being home in Atlanta around friends, family & supporters seemed to lift his spirits quite a bit.

Attendees to included: Stevie J, Joseline Hernandez, Lil Scrappy, DJ Babey Drew, DJ Tracey Steel, (of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta), Bu Thiam, Sean Garrett, Yung Joc, Don Cannon, DJ Toomp, DJ Drama, Princes (Crime Mob), CyHi The Prynce, Cap 1 and more.

Photos from 2 Chainz epic listening event + video below… Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,News 2Chainz, DJ Drama, DJ Toomp, don cannon, Drummaboy, Joseline Hernandez, Love and Hip Hop Atlanta, STEVIE J, Yung Joc

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ATL Live On The Park (Platinum Edition) Draws R. Kelly, Teddy Riley, Christopher Williams & More… [PHOTOS + VIDEO]

Aug, 28 2013 | Written by ATLien

ATL Live on the Park has a reputation for bringing the hottest R&B acts back to the forefront or breaking the careers of new artists, but Monday night was a lil bit different (August 26, 2013).

The popular showcase’s creators Shanti Das and Marlon Nichols joined forces with Peter Thomas and Gregg Leakes of The Real Housewives of Atlanta to produce the first-ever PLATINUM edition of ATL Live on the Park.

Scheduled performances included R&B crooner Case, new jack swing artist Christopher Williams (“CMB We all we got!”), King Shakes (Peter Thomas’ son), and while Porsha Stewart was listed on the flyer as one of the performers, she certainly wasn’t missed after R. Kelly hit the stage for a surprise performance! Kelz was then followed by other impromptu performances from Teddy Riley and hip-hop pioneer Greg Nice (of Nice ?n Smooth).

Lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns alongside DJ Mars and the Teddy White Band continued to keep the crowd pumped, while several industry notables enjoyed the festivities.

Attendees included: Real ‘Housewives’ Nene Leakes and Cynthia Bailey, Tameka Raymond, Monyetta Shaw, Michael Kyser (Atlantic Records President of Black Music), philanthropist Chanita Foster (Beyond the Game), Devyne Stephens, Jazze Pha, Jevon ‘Vawn’ Sims, Benzino (Love & Hip Hop Atlanta) and more.

Full recap of the epic event PLUS photos & video below… Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,News Christopher Williams, Cynthia Bailey, Devyne Stephens, Gregg Leakes, Kenny Burns, Monyetta Shaw, NeNe Leakes, Peter Thomas, R. Kelly, Tameka Foster Glover Raymond, The Real Housewives of Atlanta

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The Apod – Young Dro Releases “FDB” (Remix) ft. T.I., French Montana & Trinidad James + New 2Chainz “Netflix” ft. Fergie & More…

Aug, 28 2013 | Written by ATLien

?FDB? [Remix] Young Dro ft. French Montana, T. I., & Trinidad James [LISTEN]

New Music: 2 Chainz & Fergie ?Netflix? (Explicit)?[LISTEN]

VIDEO:??The LOX Release Visual For ?Summer?s Too Hot” [WATCH]

?To My Ex? Rico Love ft. Tiara Thomas [LISTEN]

New Music: D. Woods ?Gold Mine” [LISTEN]

New Music: Eminem ?Bezerk” [LISTEN]

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In News,The "A" Pod 2Chainz, Clifford "T.I." Harris, D. Woods, Eminem, Fergie, French Montana, Rico Love, The LOX, Tiara Thomas, Trinidad James, Young Dro

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Monica Brown Reveals Gender & Name Of Unborn Child + Shares Baby Shower Photos…

Aug, 27 2013 | Written by ATLien

Hometown favorite Monica clearly has ‘Love All Over Her’ as she glows while smiling adoringly at her husband, Shannon Brown.

The cute couple held a swanky baby shower in preparation for the birth of their first child together and according to SandraRose, details of the event were all planned by Shannon and event planner Mindy Weiss.

[FLASHBACK: SFTA One on One with Monica… (PHOTOS + VIDEO)]

Monica, who?s due to deliver in 3 weeks, revealed recently that she’s having a daughter (finally a girl!) and they’ve already chosen the name “Laiyah” for the child and her name was displayed on the decor throughout the shower, which was held at a private Atlanta area residence.

Shannon and Mindy created the decor and menu, which included the ‘Laiyah Love’ drink in honor of their upcoming arrival. The specialty drink consisted of homemade lemonade mixed with a splash of each guest?s favorite drink.

More photos below… Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,News Baby Bump Watch, Celebrity Kids, Monica, Shannon Brown

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Set Up for A Comeback: Is Pastor Mason Betha aka ‘Ma$e’ Returning To Rap? [PHOTOS]

Aug, 27 2013 | Written by ATLien

Rap rumors have once again surfaced that rapper-turnt-pastor Mason Betha is returning to the rap game.

[FLASHBACK: Watch Pastor Mason Betha Preach! ‘Born To Succeed’ (FULL VIDEO)]

I don’t know how these rap rumors get started but apparently Drizzy Drake, the poet of the pulpit, is at the center of innuendo and gossip that has many rap heads pumpin their fists for the former BadBoy MC’s return.

Details below… Continue Reading…

In Atlanta Gossip,News 2Chainz, Drake, Mason Betha

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