Keri Hilson - Knock You Down

This is my favorite song on my IPOD right now!

Monica - U Should've Known Better

Hay All, i am currently out of town! Just wanted to give you something for your enjoyment

Change "The Game" Campaign

Actors Tia Mowry, Pooch Hall, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Hosea Chanchez, and Wendy Raquel Robinson dispel rumors about the show being canceled and give information about where fans should mobilize to help “Change The Game”.

Lindsay Lohan's New Hosiery Line!

Lindsay's leggings collection has been selling like hot cakes. Not to mention that she has a new spray tan line set that will be in Sephora.com on April 15. Lindsay Lohan is now as well adding hosiery! This summer she will launch five styles of tights, including matte and shiny blacks and nudes to her legwear brand 6126. Lindsay tells WWD of her decision to expand her legwear brand. “For girls that don’t want to wear socks with their leggings, tights are a natural alternative. They are a sexy and a classic staple.” Lindsay’s 6126 hosiery will launch in July at L.A.’s Intuition boutique.


* mean while she and Sam have been fighting via Twitter, click here to read the Twits

Leona Lewis's New Album On The Way!

Word is that Leona Lewis is working on her sophomore album and she is working with the likes of Timbaland and Justin Timberlake(who is said to be producing her new single called “Don’t Let Me Down”.) Leona will have guest appearances from Jay-Z and Will.i.am. The album will still have ballads but they plan on switching it up a little bit and adding some dance tracks.


“The ballads will still be there but the tracks will be racier and there’ll be dancefloor anthems too,” the spokesperson says. “It’s early stages but we’re all very excited.” -Singers spokesperson

Teairra Marie's Album Pushed Back!

Teairra Marie’s upcoming album, “At That Point,” has been pushed back until sometimes this summer. There no word on why yet!

"The Game" May Become an Hour Long Show!

Word is the creator of the “The Game,” Mara Brock has plans on turning the show into an hour long drama/comedy on CW:

"With the CW expected to complete its exit from the half-hour comedy genre at the end of this season, the creator/executive producer of one of the network’s two remaining comedies, “The Game,” is mulling turning it into an hourlong series. Mara Brock Akil is expected to pitch the idea to the CW brass this week."

Chilli's Dasani Water AD with her son Tron

-Pictures thanks to Chilli-Online.net

Wanda Sykes Coming To Late Night

According to reports Wanda Sykes is finalizing a deal for an hour-long late-night talk show to air Saturday nights on Fox. The show is said to premiere in the fall and will succeed the recently canceled "MadTV." The format will feature Sykes and a panel of recurring guests sparring over issues concerning politics as well as pop culture.

*Sykes will also host the upcoming 2009 White House Correspondents' Association dinner on May 9 at the Washington Hilton.

UNC Takes Home the Gold!

University of North Carolina won 89-72 against the Michigan State Spartans during the 2009 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship game yesterday in Detroit, Michigan

AutumnJones Wants You To MEET: Simp

Hello and how are you feeling today?

I'm GREAT. Everyday puts me closer to where I want to be.

Explain to people who may not know who Simp, Who You are?

SIMP is your brother, your father, your cousin and any other male influence you may have. SIMP is the the black male that is unrepresented or misrepresented in the media. He is the reality that the Hip Hop world is missing and in need of.

How long have you been rapping and How did you come up with the name Simp?

I have been rapping since 6th grade, so I believe that's about 12 years. Naturally it took me a long time to settle on a name; I was Big D, Don Chamillion, D-Butta (LMAO), but SIMP is the one that stuck. Now that I think about it those names were hilarious!!! Well it originally came from the word simple, because that’s what everybody said about me growing up, they said I was just “so simple.” But, then I learned that it was slang for the opposite of a Pimp or playa. So, when I thought about it I wanted to change it at first…Lol, but then I started to think why society has glorified being a pimp and a playa so much. I started to look at the male figures in my life and to me the pimp and playa role had never been a standard. I was raised to honor and respect women, so I thought it was kind of funny that if you weren’t a Pimp you were looked at like a sissy or a sucka. Instead of running from the term and trying to combat it I decided to embrace it. Society has a funny way of discrediting the “stand-up” individual as soft or weak, so I hope to take that negative connotation and make it positive. That is what a lot of my music is about.

Your originally from Maryland area, you just recently signed to an Atlanta record label. So are you in Atlanta now?

Or are you still In D.C./Maryland area? I am in "ATL." I moved here after graduating college and getting a job here. It was just by hapenstance that I met the owner of my label, BJ Alden, through work. We got togethor on this mixtape project he was doing with a local DJ, DJ Dainja, and everything else has been history. Now, not only am I signed to the label, but I'm part owner and it's a remarkabke feeling to be around people who have that much faith in your ability.

What inspires you musically?

LIFE is my biggest inspiration! The emotions and feelings that we have on a daily basis make the best music. Reality is what makes music so influential and important. On every project I try to make songs that will be a part of the soundtrack to my, and hopefully your, LIFE.

As an up and coming artist, how do you look at the music industry right now seeing and hearing a lot of things that's taking place?

Well like I said earlier, music is about life, but today's music is missing that aspect. For example, in the song "Live your life," by T.I. he says "Stop lokin at what you ain't got and start being thankful for what you do..." To me this is an accurate description of the music industry. It's all about the things that we don't have (i.e.Million dollar homes, bentleys, jewels etc.). Instead of selling truth and honesty they are selling a fantasy. It's like the music industry has turned itself into a strip club! It's not just the music industry though; it's the entertainment world as a whole. This is why we have been seeing this huge push for "Reality TV," people are craving reality and music is not supplying it anymore.

Are you working on an album and if so when will the album be released?

I released my 1st album in September 08' and I'm still pushing that one. But, I am always working on the next album. I just gotta make sure the timing is right and that people are ready for it.

What drives you?

Your music is very motivating, how do you sustain in the midst of all this commotion? Ironically you kind of answered it in your question...lol! Music motivates me. It's how I keep myself going. Music is the main ingredient, but there are other elements as well. Like...peoples gratitude and appreciation for my work and... faith. I have a strong faith in what I am doing and the impact it's going to make on the world. A lot of people don't see it now, but they will.

Every time i turn around your posting something on YouTube? Are you learning to embrace this generation? Because people are making things happen on YouTube.

I'm def learning! I've always believed that change is the only thing that is consistent in life and you can't run from change. So, I'm trying my best to keep up with the times. It makes me feel old as HELL sometimew though and I'm not even 25...lol! But, you look at dudes like "Soulja Boy," whose 1st Hip Hop influence was 50 Cent and it's like damn. I mean dude got so big so fast just off of the internet and his biggest influence is a album that dropped when I graduated High School!!! It's CRAZY!!! Things change though and I refuse to be one of those Old dudes talking about how things use to be...you feel me?

What can fans old and new expect to see from Simp in this coming year?

A change! My music only gets better as time goes on. So, the only thing they can expect is that the next album won't sound like the last, there may be similarities, but my music is constantly evolving.

What is something that you want people to know about you that they may not know? Nothing...If I wanted you to know i would tell you...lol j/k. I would say that I am the Next Big Sound. Not to be arrogant, cocky or conceited, but its just the Truth. "it's That SIMPle!"

Do you have any up coming show, where people can check you out at?

Well on April 18th I am scheduled to perform on a local cable show in ATL called Hood Hard TV. So, deffinetley look for me there and SIMPtv is always broadcasting the latest event that I'll be at so stay tuned.

Is there anything else you'd like to say?

I want people to start supporting the type of music that they want to hear. If you are tired of the way music sounds support the artist whose sound you like and don't shut out the musical movement as a whole. Search for good music cause it is out here! That's it.

Madonna Will Not BE Allow TO Adopt!

According to Reuters:

The ruling will please campaigners who say authorities have given the singer special treatment. Malawi’s government, which came under fire after Madonna adopted a 13-month-old Malawian boy, had said on Thursday it would support a second adoption.

Court registrar Ken Manda told reporters Madonna’s bid to adopt Mercy had been rejected because the star was not a resident of Malawi. An AIDS epidemic in the impoverished southern African country has orphaned more than one million children. In her ruling, Judge Esimie Chombo warned against celebrity adoptions, saying they could lead to child trafficking.

“Anyone could come to Malawi and quickly arrange for an adoption that might have grave consequences on the very children that the law seeks to protect,” she said.

Lindsay Lohan Covers China Harper’s Bazaar Magazine!

Tom Brady's Bodyguards Starts Shooting At Paps!

According to reports bodyguards of Tom Brady and his model wife Gisele Bundchen started shooting at paparazzi for attempting to take pictures of the couple renewing their vows in Costa Rica on Sunday.

“Thank God I’m all right. At that moment, I thought I was going to die…The bullet went between us, missing our heads…If the bullet been a little more to the left or right, it would have killed one of us…I said, ‘They’re going to kill us,’ and that’s when I hunched down to cover myself. When the glass broke, that’s when my friend started driving really fast,” said camera man Rolando Aviles, hired by photo house INF.

Chris Brown's Will Appear Before the Judge Today!

Chris Brown is set to appear before the judge today to face charges of Assault and making criminal threats against Rihanna. Word is he will allegedly plead Not Guilty today. Chris has also been negotiating with Rihanna’s lawyer for a plea deal. He doesn’t want to do any jail time and is seeing what he can do in exchange for all that

AutumnJones Wants You To MEET: Joe Stu

Hello and how are you feeling today?
I’m great and it’s good to be alive!!!

Explain to people who may not know who Joe Stu is, Who You are?
Joe Stu is a blue-collar artist. I represent the working class nine to fivers who are striving for something better.

You’re originally from New York, You moved down to Atlanta, GA to attend college. Was music also in the plans then?
In a sense. It wasn’t the typical rapper going down to Atlanta to blow up. I really went to get an education. I didn’t get truly serious until I was already in school. I started to meet other people who were like minded, from all over the country, I also started seeing cats who were really doing it up and making moves in the industry, that’s when it clicked that I could make it happen. Before then as Biggie stated “It was all a dream!”

How long have you been rapping and how did you come up with the name Joe Stu?
I’ve been writing since I was around 12. Joe Stu is just my government name shortened. Joseph Stewart. I used to have all these colorful names in the beginning, but you always run the risk of someone else having the same name so I just stuck with the one I was given. Plus it’s a dedication of sorts to my parents who are no longer here.

What inspires you musically?
There are a whole host of things that inspire me. Hearing good music is always inspirational, or sometimes it can be a good film. More than likely life and the situations that come along with it push me to write. I’ve made a TON of mistakes in life, so I figure I can make good use of them by making songs about them.

My favorite songs that I’ve heard are "Addiction" & "Natural Mystic"? What are your favorites and Why?
I got a few favorites on this new mix tape. “Addiction” is one of them because it’s a true struggle. Plus it came to me pretty easy, there was nothing forced about that song. Hopefully by the time this interview is out I’ll have that under controlJ. Another favorite was “Crack”. I approached that song like it was a report. I put a lot of facts and research into that one.

As an up and coming rapper, how do you look at the music industry right now seeing and hearing a lot of things that's taking place?
I love the fact that music is so readily available. It’s better for the fans, and even though there’s a lot of music out there it’s pressure on the artist to stand out that much more. If you’re an independent artist, the lane is wide open you just have to grind hard as hell to make your mark. I’m all for that grind especially since the benefits you reap are good. With a major label route, there’s so much at stake that you have to have a formula that equals large sales. The label has to make sure that there’s a hit. As far as the quality, that’s always questionable. It seems like the masses want dumbed down music, but I whole-heartedly believe that there’s an audience for progressive mature hip-hop.

I know you released a mix tape with DJ Ill Will, But when will the album be released?
I have a plan that I’m executing with my team. The focus of that plan is to build enough buzz so that people actually want the album. So many times artist drop an album and no one either knows or cared about it. On the other hand I don’t want to wait too long. It’s all about when the timing is right.

Listening to your music lyrically I can hear that you’re a New Yorker because you guys are know for lyrics. But what are some things that were added to you music being in Atlanta "Have fun type scene in music”?
Being in Atlanta taught me to be a songwriter. There’s always a part of me that wants to go for 1000 bars, but I had to admit to myself that your not reaching people as much through that. There’s an art to songwriting that I had to submit to, and I still am. There’s more to a song than just the verse. Now a days being from NY is more of a disadvantage. There’s the automatic assumption that your arrogant, or you talk a certain way, etc. I believe we kind of brought that on ourselves by being real exclusive and ignoring other scenes. Don’t get me wrong I love my city. A lot of times I get “you don’t seem like you’re from NY”, but I take that as “oh your not real arrogant.”

Your also a tattoo artist, How do you tie that into your music?
Right now it’s how I pay for studio time. Though being a visual artist in general has helped me be more vivid with my words. My description of stuff becomes more visual. Plus you can check out my work on the cover art for the mix tape.

What can fans old and new expect to see from Joe Stu in this coming year?
More product!! I’m aiming to be one of the most consistent artist to come around. So look for more mix tapes, songs and product from Joe Stu

What is something that you want people to know about you that they may not know?
I’m a human being. A lot of artist these days try to sell a real hyped up image. I’m one of the few whom people can relate to and still give them something to escape to.

Do you have any up coming show, where people can check you out at?
I gotta show with Mojo Swagger April 3rd at the Bench.

Is there anything else you'd like to say?
Shouts out to MoBetta, Najja, Mudnoc, Jay Force, D.R.U.G.S., W.E.T. Productions and everybody that helped put this mix tape together.

To get more info on JoeStu

Myspace

Ciara Fantasy Ride Album Cover

The cover is HORRIBLE!! The album that will be released on May 5, 2009.

Beyonce Rhythm Heaven Nintendo DSi Commercial

Beyonce Mania! I love it though..

Beyonce is a wubbzy!

Beyonce has her first animated feature. My only question is why does everything have to do with music? I love all the personality she been giving lately.

AutumnJones Review: Hill Harper's "Letters to a Young Sister: DeFINE Your Destiny"

“Part of the reason I like having a friend like Hill is because during a time when my goals are constantly changing, he helps me find clarity... He wants to make sure I always do my best and challenge myself. He constantly reminds me that I am worthy and deserving of the best. There truly are good ‘brothas’ out there, and Hill is one of the best. I hope you enjoy the book.”
— EXCERPTED FROM THE FOREWORD BY GABRIELLE UNION

After the success of Letters To My Young Brothers, Hill Harper, was approached on several occasion for his help on issues that plagues young women. Letters, Emails and personal approaches inspired Harper, yet again to use his knowledge and experiences along with some of his most famous female friends to write a companion text entitled Letters to a Young Sister.

Letters to a Young Sister, is what a lot of teenage girls need to hear straight talk from a educated and established man as well as educated and established women. Who have first hand experiences in some cases. Some of the contributions are from women like; Angela Basset, Ciara, First Lady Michelle Obama, Tatyana Ali, Nikki Giovanni, Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrikck, Eve and more.

Letters to a Young Sister touches on topics such as; boys, self-esteem, sexuality, academics, faith, racism and much more. This is a great book for any up an coming young girl. The information and positive re-enforcements will encourage young girls desires of becoming their best selves.

Letters to a Young Sister, is a very inspiring collection of thoughtful incite for maturing girls of all ages and colors.

Letters to a Young Sister will be available May 5th to Pre-order your copy as well as purchase Letters to a Young Brother Go to Amazon

Jill Scott & JadaKiss Do Covers

Jadakiss new album The Last Kiss hits stores next week April 7th

"We are just people, of course, so we have to deal with one thing at a time. We may get married. We may not. Who knows? We don’t. We’re just taking it as slow as we can." - Jill

Autumn Has a Jones: ABLE BACK

Many of you may know ALBE BACK as 'Brooklyn' from the movie ATL or as the cousin of hip-hop legend, Big Pun but he has also established himself as a major force to be dealt with in the Industry! To all that don't know Albe Back; his resume will show collaborations with the likes of Swizz Beatz, T.I., Mos Def, Kanye West, MC Lyte, KRS-One, Dead Prez, Gym Class Heroes, and Olivia just to name a few.

Now with a Grammy under his belt for his work on Kanye West’s multi-platinum album, Graduation. (ALBE BACK wrote and produced the track Good Night ft. Mos Def)

ALBE BACK has plans to kill the airwaves with his new single featuring Fabulous “Mira Mira.”

ALBE BACK’s debut release is titled "Hi", it will be available for purchase on 4.20.09

For more information on Able Back ;
Myspace
ALBE BACK.com

Wax Museum set to auction 200 wax celebs!

The Hollywood Wax Museum is auctioning wax representations of nearly 200 celebrities at the first auction in its 44-year history. You can bid on everyone from George Washington and Bill Clinton, to Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan. Cher, Stevie Wonder and the Fab Four will also be available, along with Lucille Ball, Johnny Carson, Will Smith and Charlie Chaplin. A portion of the profits will support efforts to preserve Hollywood's historic Walk of Fame. The auction takes place May 1st

Jennifer Hudson Covers Entertainment Weekly

Jen Looks Great!

Rampage - Take It To The Streets ft. Billy Lawrence

Wait i had to take it back today! I used to love this song.. And i was a Huge fan of Billy Lawrence

Scarlett Johansson Moet & Chandon Ads!

Project Runway Returns to TV This Summer

Legal battles are over and the already-filmed sixth season have been amicably resolved. Project Runway will return this summer, it will now air on Lifetime and they have also relocated from New York to Los Angeles. Heidi Klum, will still host and Michael Kors and Nina Garcia will still judge. Tim Gunn will also remain as the mentor to the designers. As usual, the finale was shot during New York Fashion Week.

Phoebe Haddon First Black Dean!

Congrats to Phoebe Haddon, she is The University of Maryland's School of Law first black dean male or female in its 185-year history.

Miley Cyrus Covers GLAMOUR Magazine

Kelly Rowland's New Show:The Fashion Show!

One of Kelly's new jobs, as i've told you before is hosting and judging with fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi and Senior Vice President of IMG Fashion, Fern Mallis. The series is set to premiere on May 7th.

* For more information on the show click here

Kelly Looks FAB!!

Wayne Covers Rolling Stone!

“I don’t want to be the best rapper in the world. Not now...I want to be the best. Period. Now. My favorite rapper hasn’t done what I’m doing.” -Wayne

Lil Wayne covers the April 2009 issue of Rolling Stone Magazine, on stands this week.

To read more of the article click here

RAPPING Flight Attendant !

Check out this rapping Flight attendant on Southwest Airlines! His name is David Holmes.. I need to book a flight

Ciara Does Photoshoot With WWB Fashion

Check out this photoshoot Ciara did with WWB Fashion. To read the article click here

The U.S. Postal Service Reveals The Simpsons Stamp!

U.S. Postal Service is has revealed five 44-cent stamps, in honor of primetime's longest-running comedy's 2009 20th anniversary. Matt Groening, The cartoons creator, has rendered the artwork for the Simpson stamps, to be previewed April 9.

Britney is The New Candie's Girl!

What do you think of Britney new ad?

Jennifer Keeping Wedding Date a Secret & Designing Her Own Dress

Though Jennifer is keeping her wedding date a secret, It not a secret that she will design her own dress. Her boyfriend David Otunga, proposed on Jennifer's 27th birthday, which was last year.

-As much as i am happy for Jennifer, i feel like this will eventually be another case of terry McMillan or Star Jones. I'm hoping not but "If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck...Damn it it's a DUCK"

Kelly Rowland Releases a Statement About Being Dropped From Columbia

Kelly Rowland released a statement yesterday after it was announced that she was no longer a solo artist on Columbia Records because the label said she was no longer “commercially viable.”:

“Because Columbia Records has been my home base as an artist for more than a decade, the decision to move out on my own required a lot of soul-searching.” “As a solo artist, I felt the need to explore new directions, new challenges, and new freedoms outside my comfort zone and my friends and family at Columbia have been incredibly understanding about my evolution. I want to thank everyone at Columbia for the love and support they’ve shown and I will never forget how many good times we’ve had over the years.”

-Maybe this will be better for Kelly, maybe she's become so comfortable where she is that there was no room to grow. I saw it coming when she parted ways with matthew Knowles..

Katy Perry In Paper Magazine!

"There are about five hundred other girls who are trying to and dying to be in my position -- I can't take anything for granted." Right now, says Perry, "It's all about work -- it has to be."

To read the full article click here