Thursday, December 11, 2008

All American Rejects & Good Records




The All American Rejects drop their new album “When the World Comes Down” on Tuesday. The album features the hit “Gives You Hell”. They recently played a killer sold out show at The Loft.

Youtube video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l06M-dsQf3Q



Also, for the Dallas area fans, if you go to Good Records and purchase the album, you will get an exclusive 7” pictograph vinyl featuring the tracks “Gives You Hell” and the previously unreleased demo “On The Floor”, for FREE! Of course, while supplies last, so get there fast!


T.D. Jakes & Morris Chestnut screen "Not Easily Broken" in Arlington





T.D. Jakes, Morris Chestnut and the cast of "Not Easily Broken" will be in Arlington today to screen this movie which is based on Jakes' book. Also starring in the movie is Taraji P. Henson, Kevin Hart and Jenifer Lewis. This is a free screening so get there early.

When: Today
Time: 8pm
Where: Studio Movie Grill
225 Merchants Row
Arlington, TX 76018



"Not Easily Broken" synopsis
After years of disagreeing on what true happiness, success, and love really are, Dave and Clarice Johnson have finally reached a breaking point in their marriage. When Clarice is hurt in a car accident, the obvious truth that more than just her injuries need immediate attention is exposed. Their odds of making it worsen as Clarice begins to see a physical therapist, and Dave develops a friendship with Julie and her teenage son Bryson. The acceptance and comfort he finds in them stirs his longing for a family and a passionate partner. As temptation tugs at Dave and Clarice pulls farther away, they must confront whether their vows are or are NOT EASILY BROKEN.

Trailer

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Play Date Dallas Holiday Edition w/Eric Roberson



Play Date Dallas' holiday edition will feature guest host BETJ favorite Eric Roberson Saturday, December 20. Eric was nominated for best male vocalist at BETJ's 1st virtual music awards in Nov. As host, Eric will be playing games the playdaters MCing the rounds of "musical chairs", 'simon says" and performing during this month's Play Date. Play Date launched in Dallas four months ago and in that short time has grown into one of the best "alternative to clubs" monthly events to hit the city. Ch. 11 and the Dallas Quick editioh have both ran features on Play Date Dallas and it's new twist on group board game events. Visit www.playdatedallas for videos and pictures of past events.


Eric Roberson
"Pave A New Road"


Amsterdam Performance

Friday, December 5, 2008

Common Dallas Meet & Greet December 15 @ red*swagger





Actor/rapper Common will be in town 12/15 to promote his new album "Universal Mind Control" . He will host a meet & greet for fans from 6pm-8pm. The location for the event will be the newly opened clothing store Red*Swagger in Cedar Hill's new Uptown Village. More details coming soon.... Check out the "Can I Borrow $.99 For The New Common Album" mixtape created by 247HH.com and DJ Kid Cut Up. Click here to hear.

red*swagger
305 W FM 1382, Suite 618
Cedar Hill, Texas 75104
TEL: 877-806-SWAG (7924)


Common's video blog "Universal Mind Control" In Stores 12/09

Brown Sugar Soulful Christmas Toy Drive Tonite @ The Zubar


V's Vibe Spot | 26mARKeting | E3000 Group present:
BROWN SUGAR First Fridays
…A Soulful Christmas
Win a pair of tickets to The Soulful Christmas Tour 2009
featuring Will Downing, Lalah Hathaway, & Gerald Albright


To enter to win a pair of tickets for the Soulful Christmas Tour 2009,
text “WINSOUL” to 30303
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“FEATURING A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION FOR EVENT SPECIALIST
GEORGE ARTIS!!!”




Zubar
2012 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 734-6869
Party: 7 pm - 2 am

Featuring the Soulful Christmas Toy Drive Happy Hour benefiting Women Called Moses Coalition and Outreach Organization
Between 7 – 9 pm. Bring a toy and get in for $5 until midnight


Come & experience "BROWN SUGAR” at ZuBar, 1 of Dallas'
most exotic venues. Featuring lounge grooves, neo soul, the best hip hop,
and your favorite music brought to you by 3 of Dallas’ top DJs: DJ VIZ,
DJ M*Knight, & Jay Clipp putting you in the perfect mood to party or
parlay in a cozy atmosphere with the right people & the perfect drink
allowing you to relax, relate, & release.



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Thursday, December 4, 2008

New N'Dambi Video "Insecurity"

Dallas' native N'Dambi's new video "Insecurity". N'Dambi is working on her upcoming ablum "A Weird Kinda Wonderful". I absolutely adore her voice.


Anthony Hamilton & Rahsaan Patterson: Killin Me Softly with their Soul

Anthony Hamilton "Playin It Cool" Tour

Last night was phenomenal! I started the night out at the House of Blues hanging out with Gloria Fitts/Jive Records, Big Mouth and Bryant/Live Nation with some food and drinks in the Foundation Room. On the way to the Foundation Room I ran into Anthony and snapped my picture with him(groupie) and then went to feed my face. It was great spending time with Gloria (Cat Momma) and reconnecting with Bryant. "As quiet as it's kept" Big Mouth is hilarious! Back to to Anthony, I crept off from the crew and ran downstairs to catch my girl Choklate open the show. She killed it! She was nervous due to this being a sold out show and most of the audience not being familiar with her. She performed all my favorites "Incredible" & "Heavy" with audience loving all of it. I'm so proud of Choklate and Ivory Jean, they performed at the "I Got Soul" conference in June and now before the end of the year they are opening for Anthony Hamilton.

Now to Anthony...he came out in a shiny gold jacket, paper boy hat and glasses and funked it up with band and showed us his dance moves. The crowd went crazy, how I was able to get as close to the stage as I did is amazing. I have to be honest, I was so caught up in the show I forgot to take my notes so I have to start with his brilliant cover of Sam Cook's "Change Gone Come", I think we all stopped breathing for a second. Next he performed "Can You Feel Me" which in my opinion is one of the best things about the movie "American Gangster". Then on to "Mama Knew Love" was rocked out with a gospel ending. Anthony took a break and then his beautiful wife Tasha blessed the stage with the 1st single off her upcoming album. The highlight of the night was when Anthony came out into the audience and danced with his fans, the females were very appreciative. Anthony also performed a couple of songs from his new album "The Point of It All" one of which was "Lose Her". All the comments I heard from the audience were all positive and I have to give my kudos as well. Another highlight of the show was the acoustic version of "Pass Me Over". I have to add during "Sista Big Bones" AH talked about Diabetes and taking better care of our health. All in all the show was AMAZING and I feel like the music doctor prescribed the perfect medicine. The tour hits Austin & Houston in the next few days.
Click here to check out his video "Cool"

Rahsaan Patterson @ The Prophet Bar

I leave the heaven that was Anthony Hamilton and take a step into the Rahsaan zone. I love my peeps over at the Prophet Bar, Z, Yazmine and R.C. They have a great night of live music it every week with the best musicians in the city sitting in on the jam session. In addition to having the best musicians in the city, the best in the country drop in from time to time. Last week Jaguar Wright grace the stage and this week the incomparable Rahsaan Patterson. Rahsaan was in town town for a private event at Dee Dee McGuire's beautiful home. Rahsaan performed his hit singles from his album "Wine & Spirits" one of which is "The One For Me" and a cover of the Donnie Hathaway classic "This Christmas" which is featured on his Christmas album "The Ultimate Gift". Rahsaan will be back 12/19 for the "Red Carpet Affair" hosted by KRNB. In attendance for the performance were: Jawn Murray for Rolling Out TV, Shawn Henderson/The Foundation, Dawn/30something.com, Sput/Snarky Puppy, Anthony Hamilton's band and background singers, Choklate, Nanette Lee, and Frances Jaye/Neo Soul Cafe.
"The One For Me"


"This Christmas"