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In addition to Kim hosting a short-lived talk show, she was also an aspiring recording artist in the 90’s who performed under the moniker “Tempest.” Fortunately for us…that moment was captured in time with the emergence of music videos. I dunno if “Tempest” ever made it to MTV but her videos were definitely worthy of a shot.
Check out two vintage music videos from Kim/Poprah/Tempest below as well as a brief update on what she’s doing now: Continue Reading…
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Morehouse college has revealed a new policy on campus which they say is designed to uphold “the image of a strong black man.”? The new policy is creating a bit of backlash because people are saying that it is alienating gay students at the all-male historically Black college. The new policy details 11 expectations of students, including:
* no caps, do-rags and/or hoods in classrooms, the cafeteria, or other indoor venues
* no sun glasses worn in class or at formal programs
* no jeans at major programs, as well as no sagging pants on campus
* no clothing with derogatory or lewd messages either in words or pictures
* no wearing of clothing usually worn by women (dresses, tops, tunics, purses, pumps, etc.) on the Morehouse campus or at college-sponsored events.
It’s the restriction on women’s clothing that causing an uproar at the school. In a city where men in pumps carrying purses is somewhat commonplace and revered on “reality” television, Morehouse is taking a stand and seems to be attempting to give our historic city some dignity. Now…before all my gay friends pull knives Continue Reading…
T.I. at the Lenox Mall Louis Vuitton Store (2007)
** Disclaimer: Tip has nothing to do with any of this I just miss him and wanted to use his photo. **
Two former employees of the Louis Vuitton store at Lenox Mall and Gucci at Phipps Plaza were sentenced Wednesday in a high-end credit card scheme.? Carlton J. Maxey, 40, the Louis Vuitton sales associate and Lee S. Brockwell, 32, the Gucci employee have each been charged and sentenced in the “Gucci/Louie” credit card scheme.
The two assisted James O. Omotosho, 39, and Aghedo P. Iyamu, 43, both of Atlanta, in obtaining several thousand dollars in merchandise from the boutiques.? Brockwell knew both men and waited on them at Gucci, while Maxey aided Iyamu in obtaining items at Louis Vuitton, which included a $20,000 watch. The two employees are understandably well known in the Atlanta entertainment and Continue Reading…
Usher Raymond‘s 911 call regarding the vandalization of his vehicle has been released to the masses. In the call, Usher claims that after a domestic altercation with his soon to be, almost ex-wife Tameka Foster Glover Raymond, his car had been keyed.? In case you missed details of both police reports earlier, this is audio of the 2nd call.? In it Usher explains he’d just called the cops the night before to file “a complaint because of potential domestic violence between me and my ex wife.”
Usher calmly details the incident with the 911 operator and describes the damage to his vehicle. He ends up kinda sounding like an abused spouse as he reveals “she followed me.” I’m really feeling bad for him right now. Publicity stunt? You be the judge. Audio below: Continue Reading…
“Deuces”
Usher Raymond IV and his almost ex-wife, Tameka Foster Glover Raymond are still battling it out in their nasty divorce proceedings. Claims have been made that Usher has been refusing to sign the papers, while his camp claims that it’s the judge that holding up the documents. Whatever the case, Usher seems to have moved on with his life and is busy promoting his upcoming project, appropriately entitled Raymond v. Raymond, while his soon to be ex is busy racking up criminal complaints.
The drama seemed to unfold as Usher leaked a track early last week called “Papers” that basically ethered his soon to be ex (Click to listen/download). Tameka then fired back by writing an essay that I wasn’t interested enough to read. It was revealed later by TMZ that just days prior to the release of the “diss” track the singer had to involve the authorities to keep Tameka at bay.? Ursh had to call the cops not once… but twice! Even accusing Meka of scaling fences OJ style sneaking onto his property and scratching up one of his vehicles.
Johns Creek Police Department reports confirm that on Sept. 10th, Usher Continue Reading…
Celebs gathered at Rare Lounge last weekend in celebration of one of the many celebrity style gifting suites held during BET Hip-Hop Awards weekend. Are You In inc. hosted the event in honor of award nominees, performers and presenters and stars like Ciara, Tiny & Toya, Big Boi, Rahiem DeVaughn, Lance Gross & Eva Pigford, Zone 4’s Ester Dean, Fonzworth Benthly, Kenny Burns, OJ Da Juiceman, comedian Joe Torry and more, all got “swagged” up with free gear for the awards ceremony.
For the ladies, Cami Cakes provided specialty desert bars, while reps from The Glam Bar were busy doing hair and makeup and Minx nails. The fellas had their choice of hot apparel from The New Era Store, 8732 Clothing and AKOO.
Young Jeezy’s 8732 Clothing Line
Other vendors issuing free gear included: Adidas, Akoo, Benji Jeans, New Era, Boost Mobile, Broccoli City, Cavi, Fli Pelican, Greedy Genius, I’m A King, Konsole Kingz, Lavie, Lamik Cosmetics, Live Mechanics, LRG, Sugar Mafia, Make up by Tierra, MAC Cosmetics, Paul Mary Jeans, Play Cloths, Sabit, Skull Candy, The Glam Bar, D&G, and, Chaza Fashions.
Big Boi ~ Notice the phone…he’s always tweeting!
A party ain’t a party unless Neffe & Soullow show up!
Wherever there are Minx nails…Sheree’ can’t be too far behind!
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