End of the Year Review

Hey Party People, I just wanted to send out a brief post as this will probably be one of my last blogs for the year. I'll be on vacation in DC for the Holidays (my teeth are chattering at the thought) with intentional limited computer access. I wanted to include a year end review of photos that didn't make it into my blog this year.

Please let me also give a sincere thanks to all of you who read and forward my blog site on. I am so grateful. I started this publication because of my music passion, and it has become one of my favorite favorite things to do. I love blogging.

I look forward to keeping people informed on all things entertainment, especially good music. If something blog worthy happens while I'm in the Nation's Capitol, I will for sure find a way to post it. LOL!

Its been real fun, y'all. Enjoy your celebrated holiday season!

Your girl,
Tiffany

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Chillin' @ Ricky Bell's Surprise Bday Party

Monica, Amy (Ricky's wife), Ricky Bell....SURPRIIISE

Ok, I think by now, anyone I've ever encountered has an idea of how much I love me some Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, Mike, Ralph and Johnny too. I've been a fan since '83. Well, now I consider myself a supporter since I'm a bit older, with a job in the music industry and I know a few of the members, and they are only allowed to see me go into "fan mode" at the concerts. LOL! Here are some photos from Ricky Bell's Surprise 40th Bday bash. My girl Monica, also a supporter, assisted Ricky's wife with arranging the surprise party plans and she invited me along with her for the experience. These guys rock. We gotta help them get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They will celebrate their 25th Anniversary next year. For more information on nominating N.E. for a Star on the BLVD click here.

Ricky & Tiff
Alicia (Bobby's girl) , Bobby & Tiffany
Brooke Payne, Tiffany, Monica K. & Ronnie DeVoe (smile Kim)

Atmosphere- Ricky shouting out his #1 supporter, Monica K.
Tiff & Monica

Additional photos by Dana Maria, thanks girrrrl!

Daniel & PJ Morton Concert

I'm always a cheerleader for people who are involved with creating great music. Below are a few of my favorite independent recording artists who are doing it for themselves. These cats are amazing. Check out the links to their Myspace pages to see for yourself. You will forever read or hear me talking about these types of talents.

Daniel in concert . Myspace him here

New Daniel supporters: Shannon, (Daniel) & Lashan

Mr. Amazing PJ Morton.... Myspace him here

Another Amazing talent, Curt Chambers of Franklin Bridge. His guitar skills are sexy and scary. Myspace him here.

New Michael Jackson- Billy Jean Remix

Check out the Kanye West remixed version of Michael Jackson's, Billy Jean. This version is slated to appear on the 25th Anniversary Thriller CD, scheduled for a February 2008 release.

Thanks to Showtime over at THA TALK of THE TOWN (www.thatott.blogspot.com) for providing the mp3.

Click here for the audio.

The Great Debaters Film Review

I attended a screening of this movie and I'm still in awe. My emotions have not returned to their proper state.

The Great Debaters, starring and directed by Denzel Washington is a story inspired by Wiley College Professor Melvin Tolson (Washington), who in the 1930's encouraged a group of African American students to start a debate team at their small southern African American College.

The team lead by Professor Tolson, in the film, went on to beat Harvard University ( it was University of Southern California who they actually defeated in 1935) all due to a professor going the extra mile and students willing to join him, they were able to turn potential into greatness.


Two of the things I enjoyed most about the film were the young students, despite the racism that was truly a blatant fact of life, it did not take them off of their journey. There weren't any "oh the white man is trying to hold us down", moments in the film, these students were in tune with their gifts and the power of words, which as a result, they left a legacy. I also enjoyed the awesome life changing quotes.

The acting in this film was beyond superb and the subtle acting was great.
The brilliant young actors:


Henry (Nate Parker) took a Denzel acting pill. He had sooo many Denzel moments. I didn't know who I was watching at times. Brilliant character delivery.

Samantha (Journee Smollet) she looked beautiful and delivered a moving and outstanding performance of Samantha.

James Jr (Denzel Whitaker- no relation to Forest) Two Words. Brilliant and Amazing. I so wanted to just squeeze his cheeks.

Movie in theaters Christmas Day!

Good Lord, What Is This World Coming To? Stage Play Comes To Los Angeles for Two Weekends Only

Starring Dwan Smith (Sparkle) and Tanae’ Denean (Freedom Writers) with Billy "Sly" Williams (NYPD Blue, The Practice, Jag)

Playwright/Director/Producer Tonia Bell launches her hit play, "Good Lord, What is this World Coming To?" a modern morality tale, featuring an all-star cast for the special limited two weekend engagement run in Los Angeles, CA

"Good Lord, What is this World Coming To?" is a contemporary drama set against the backdrop of life’s ups and downs. Ms. Bell's play centers around the daily lives of the colorful group of the characters who face the sometime grim, sometimes harrowing challenges that confront communities worldwide: alcohol and drug abuse, violence, pimps, emotional distress and youth void of guidance. Although Ms. Bell portrays the gritty realities that make up the world of her characters -- she infuses a message of Love, Hope and Change. Ultimately, this is a play about rising above, and conquering those demons that threaten to destroy us as a whole.

Dates:

Saturday Dec. 15th 7:30 pm,
Sunday Dec. 16th 6:30 pm,
Friday Dec. 21st 7:30pm
Saturday Dec. 7:30 pm,
Sunday Dec. 23rd 6:30 pm

Location:

The Legacy Building, 425 S La Brea Inglewood, Ca 90301
Between Manchester and Hillcrest on the grounds of the Covenant Worship Center

Women In Entertainment Empowerment Network's Pink Carpet Launch

W.ords A.nd R.hythm & KING Magazine presents GIRLS UNINTERRUPTED
WEEN's Pink Carpet Launch

Featuring Valeisha Butterfield, MYA, Ms. USA, Laurieann Gibson, Dr. Ben Chavis, Little X. Cocoa Channell, and Lauren Lake, Esq.


The Hip Hop Action Network's Executive Director, Valeisha Butterfield takes a high road by founding The Women In Entertainment Empowerment Network WEEN; an organization solely geared towards empowering women of all ages and races.

Check out footage of the organization's recent Pink Carpet Launch, produced by Melanie A. Winns and presented by KING MAGAZINE.



Shout out to Melanie of WAR and KING MAGAZINE for recognizing the efforts of this much needed movement.

For more information on the WEEN Movement, click here for their website.