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

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

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

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)

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


  • Atlanta Premiere of Tyler Perry?s ?For Colored Girls?? [PHOTOS + REVIEW]

    Nov, 2 2010 | Written by ATLien

    Tyler Perry Studios hosted the Atlanta premiere of “For Colored Girls” last night at Atlantic Station. The enthusiastic crowd was greeted by Producer Roger Bob and Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed for the private screening of the highly anticipated film.

    I don’t want to give it all away, but this movie will be a classic! FOR COLORED GIRLS is written for the screen and directed by Tyler Perry, and based on the stage play ?For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf? written by Ntozake Shange.

    [CLICK HERE for the official trailer]

    Producer Roger Bob (Tyler Perry Studios)

    Also spotted at the screening were Ne-Yo (and his baby Mom), Lisa Wu-Hartwell, Derek J, Devyne Stephens, former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Jasmine Guy and more.

    Two of my favorite people! Lisa Wu-Hartwell & Derek J

    More photos + my mini review of the flick below: Continue Reading…

    In Atlanta Gossip,Featured Atlanta Events, Ne-yo, Tyler Perry
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    T.I., Yung Joc, Derek J & More Support Ebony Steele’s Bare Chest for Breast Cancer Event

    Oct, 29 2010 | Written by ATLien

    Congratulations to Ebony Steele, Co-Host of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and Susan G. Komen/General Mills Circle of Promise Ambassador on a successful Bare Chest for Breast Cancer fashion benefit. The event took place last night (October 28) at Club Opera in Midtown Atlanta.

    Surprise attendees included Atlanta?s own Yung Joc, Celebrity Hair Stylist Derek J, Clifford “T.I.” Harris (who’s preparing to enter the clink on Monday to serve his 11 month jail sentence)and a host of Atlanta notables.

    Tip, Yung Joc and Derek J took to the stage and expressed their support of the importance of breast cancer awareness since all have witnessed the effects of the disease in some form in their respective families.

    More photos below: Continue Reading…

    In "A" Town Favorites Atlanta Events, Clifford "T.I." Harris, Derek J, Yung Joc
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    ASCAP Honors Kelly Rowland & Outstanding Women Behind the Music…

    Oct, 13 2010 | Written by ATLien

    Last night (Oct. 12th), ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) who reps everyone from Beyonce to Jay-Z & Ludacris kicked off their 2nd annual ASCAP Presents? Women Behind the Music in Atlanta.

    Grammy Award winning multi-platinum singer Kelly Rowland of super-group Destiny?s Child was honored along with Entertainment attorney Sandra Brown(Jermaine Durpi/Akon) and Hanna King(GM of Grand Hustle/T.I).

    DJ Traci Steele & Rashan Ali

    Hosted by V103’s Rashan Ali (luv the shoes!) and with music by DJ Traci Steele, the annual event series is designed to promote, and recognize the impact women have made in the entertainment industry, and specifically music. The honorees all participated on a discussion panel where they shared secrets to being a successful in a male dominated industry. I learned a lot just by being in the room!

    Also spotted: Devyne Stephens, DJ Traci Steele, Johnta Austin, Shanti Das, Princess (Crime Mob) and more.

    Photos, video + a few notable quotables below: Continue Reading…

    In "A" Town Favorites Atlanta Events, Devyne Stephens, Hannah Kang, Johnta Austin, Kelly Rowland, Princess, Shanti Das
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    Waka Flocka Flame Inspired by Tupac + “Flockaveli” In-Store [PHOTOS + VIDEO]

    Oct, 6 2010 | Written by ATLien

    Waka Flocka Flame explains to MTV, that it was Tupac?s?alias Makaveli, that inspired the title for his new album. He even hit the books and read up on philosopher Niccol? Machiavelli.

    ?Tupac introduced me to the [writing] of Machiavelli. That?s why I made that. I can?t just, ?Oh, Tupac did that, so I?m gonna do that too.? If people read, they would love that man. That man is a mind-game genius. I read the Machiavelli war-tactic books, his biography, everything. That man is just like sticks and stones, bad.

    You see Waka Flocka, what do you think? Negativity. You read Machiavelli? Negativity. My brain, I?m so sharp, I can play stupid on the camera and they think I?m dumb. So really. you just playing yourself. I?m so ahead of y?all. That?s for the bloggers.?

    Thank you Juaquin. I appreciate the clarity!

    Y’all know I luvs me some Waka Flocka and I was kicking myself yesterday for not being able to make it out to DTLR at Camp Creek for his in-store.

    But thanks to Thaddeus of Exclusive Access, I got some footage anyway!! VIDEO + PHOTOS from Waka’s “FlockaVeli” DTLR in-store below: Continue Reading…

    In "A" Town Favorites Atlanta Events, Waka Flocka, Waka Flocka Flame
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    Quick Flix: ?Champion Road Arena? Premieres in Atlanta?

    Sep, 1 2010 | Written by ATLien

    “Takers” may be number one in America but it’s not the only movie in the world. “Champion Road Arena” is an independent film, shot entirely in Atlanta. It’s a beautiful thing for our great city as we?re fast becoming to got to spot for movies.

    On Sunday, Aug. 29th, “Champion Road Arena,” an R.L Scott film, made its debut at the Plaza Theater on Ponce in Atlanta.

    Movie trailer + more flix from the premiere below: Continue Reading…

    In "A" Town Favorites Atlanta Events, Photos
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    Atlanta Hosts Women in Hip-Hop Panel for BET’s “My Mic Sounds Nice” [PHOTOS, VIDEO + FULL EPISODE]

    Sep, 1 2010 | Written by ATLien

    Monday, August 30, 2010, Princess (of Crime Mob) played host to a special Atlanta viewing party for BET?s new documentary ?My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth about Women and Hip-Hop?.

    Female MC, Rasheeda, V-103 DJ Traci Steele; model, Dawn Motgomery; hip-hop publicist, Dee Dee Cocheta; pop-culture expert Ronda Racha Penrice; music industry executive, Shanti Das; and rapper, Eshe from Arrested Development all took part in a panel discussion which highlighted issues that females in hip-hop struggle with in the music industry.

    The panelists all revealed a common thread in their discussion, which was that hip-hop is a male dominated world. Women in hip-hop constantly have to fight to maintain respect in an industry where men call all the shots.

    Video ~ Women in Hip-Hop Panel Discussion

    Photos from the Atlanta view party PLUS watch the full episode of BET’s “My Mic Sounds Nice: The Truth About Women in Hip-Hop”: Continue Reading…

    In "A" Town Favorites Atlanta Events, Princess, Rasheeda, Yung Joc
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It was an honor to stand beside a woman who’s dedicated her life to helping people show up with confidence, class, and grace. The conversation was rich, the crowd was engaged, and the energy inside Black Coffee Atlanta was everything. Elaine, thank you for trusting me with your platform and your vision. Atlanta showed up and showed OUT for you!  A special thank you to my livestream moderator @princessag_tv  for popping out to support.

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I grew up in Southwest Atlanta, and back then, it wasn’t unusual to bump into (or run with) the same circles as OutKast and the Dungeon Family. We were all just young ATL dreamers finding our voices, our style, and our lane. Somewhere along the way, I kinda inserted myself as an unofficial member of that crew, a sister to the culture, always front and center, documenting the movement before “content creator” was even a thing.

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        🚨 UPDATE: Kenya Moore’s Hair Spa is still clo 🚨 UPDATE: Kenya Moore’s Hair Spa is still closed as of today *Nov 7, 2025! 

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        The Kenya Moore Hair Spa drama just got even MESSI The Kenya Moore Hair Spa drama just got even MESSIER, chile! 
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