August 12, 2013
British artist Estelle has announced the launch of her independent label New London Records. The label is in partnership with BMG. The star said in a statement: “This is a new and exciting move for me. BMG has been an awesome partner throughout my career, and with New London we plan to continue bridging the gap between soul, pop, London and New York — uniting them through music.” BMG executive president Richard Blackstone added, “Estelle has been a valued member of the […]
August 11, 2013
‘My Diva’ takes us into the glamorous life style of Emie (Cha Cha Eke) a TV presenter, Nina (Chika Ike) an actress and DJ (Artus Frank) a dancer and the price that comes with fame and being a celebrity. Starring: Chika Ike, Cha cha Eke, Artus Frank, Walter Anger and Jnr Pope Odowondo. …
August 11, 2013
Last night I tuned in to the BBC’s “URBAN” Classic Prom 2013 hosted by Charlie Sloth (no surprise there) which took place at the Royal Albert Hall. Basically a bunch of UK “URBAN” artists teamed up with a live orchestra and performed in front of a live audience. I personally felt that some of the performers perhaps needed more rehearsal time with the orchestra and a sound check beforehand. Also there was one group who sounded AWFUL. I don’t know who they […]
August 10, 2013
Tim Westwood will leave BBC Radio after 20 years service in September so Jump Off debaters Miss Lala, Chuckie, Teef and DJ Snips discuss the following: What is Tim Westwood going to do next? Does he have the potential to take it over to America? Should he just stop and settle down now? WARNING: SOME PROFANITY … Tim Westwood has made A LOT of money over the past 30 years (his DJing career started long before he joined BBC Radio 1 under […]
August 10, 2013
Travel to the beautiful island of Dominica as one man documents his journey of discovery, of identity, of the birthplace of his father and of a legacy for future generations. This inspirational film will celebrate a small and unknown island and place it firmly on the map. Follow Richard’s progress at www.mydominicastory.tumblr.com where you can also make a donation. Sneak peek into the research process behind the film ‘iD – My Dominica Story’. In this Short, iD Writer/Director Richard Etienne learns how to adapt […]
August 10, 2013
… Brothers With No Game returns for Season 2 on August 12th!
August 10, 2013
Watch the brand new video from South East London Hip-Hop collective Midas Touch – “Special Vibe” (Prod. by Blackmale Beats).
August 10, 2013
After billionaire mogul Oprah Winfrey revealed news of her encounter with a racist store assistant while out shopping in Zurich, Switzerland (click here to read all about the incident) the Swiss tourist board has now issued an apology to the star. Spokeswoman Daniela Baer said: “We are very sorry for what happened to her, of course, because we think all of our guests and clients should be treated respectfully, in a professional way.” The tourism office also posted an apology on Twitter, saying […]
August 9, 2013
Oprah Winfrey has revealed that she experienced racism while out shopping alone in Switzerland . The billionaire mogul said: “I was in Zurich the other day, in a store whose name I will not mention. I didn’t have my eyelashes on, but I was in full Oprah Winfrey gear. I had my little Donna Karan skirt and my little sandals. But obviously The Oprah Winfrey Show is not shown in Zurich. “I go into a store and I say to the woman, […]
August 8, 2013
Sultry Simone model, dancer and star of the Bubble Butt and Twerk It music videos, came to London, UK, in May 2013 to host the Afro Model Awards Show (www.afromodelawards.com). She was also nominated for Best Behind and it came as no surprise that she won. Surprise surprise the “nominee” who flew to London to host this event won. Did the owner of the “UK’s number one ethnic model agency” Charles Nunoo fork out for her plane ticket? [Thanks Lorraine] Just when […]
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