Erica Abi Wright (born February 26, 1971) better known by her stage name Erykah Badu, is a multiple Grammy-winner, American soul singer and songwriter, whose work includes elements from R&B, hip hop and jazz. She is best known for her role in the rise of the neo soul sub-genre, and for her eccentric, cerebral musical stylings and sense of fashion. She is known as the "First Lady | Queen of Neo-Soul"
Early in her career, Badu was recognizable for wearing very large and colorful headwraps. For her musical sensibilities, she has often been compared to jazz great Billie Holiday. She was a core member of the Soulquarians, and is also an actress having appeared in a number of films playing a range of supporting roles in movies such as Blues Brothers 2000, The Cider House Rules, and House of D, she is also very prominent in the documentary film Before the Music Dies
Look how she is gazing into his eyes. Looking like there is no one else in the world for her! Wonder if he has those same feelings about her?! Well of course he does...Look at the two of them:
Definitely IN LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RIIIIGHT???!!!!!!!!!!!!!
They are at the premier of his new Movie "Mr. Steroid" with Co Star Rose Mc Gowan! Soooooo Who does "Mr. Steroid" Love? Hmmmmm! Good Question!
My name is Dolores Marie Blanche, but many peopl know me as MARIE or D.MARIE! Well, I have an alternate name or maybe I should sayy "alter ego". Ladies and Gentlemen, I introduce to you Marie Jane! Tell your friends about me and the website: www.mariejanesworld.blogspot.com! Laugh, Cry, Comment, Agree to Disagree and Engage in an interactive blog where you are allowed to be yourself.
I definitely plan on being myself and introducing who I am, what I love, what I love to hate and much more!
Krysta has been showcasing her beauty to the world since August 2010, taking this industry by the horns and dominating social media outlets with her impressive portfolio. Lady Krysta is a 20 year old, Fort Lauderdale resident. She may have been spotted amongst A-Listers in the South Tri-County Areas however she is soon to be blazing new trails in LA, Las Vegas & New York.
This year, 2011 has proven to be an exciting year already for Krysta as she has been invited to host/appear at numerous events, venues, night clubs & social media websites.
Krysta enjoys developing herself as a personality, but finds enjoyment and love for print & promotionalmodeling especially for one of her favorite themes beit swimwear &/or lingerie.
Existing in the "Pretty Girl Era" is not easy, but Krysta does it with ease and so effortlessly that her closest friends would describe her as motivated, hardworking, dependable, professional, dedicated, unique, friendly, and funny.
Promotional Events:
BEBE Aventura Mall - Fall - August 2010
BEBE Aventura Mall - Fashion Night Out - September 2010
BEBE Aventura Mall - Spring - March 2011
Music Videos:
The One - Sean Kingston Ft. Tory Lanez - Coming Soon
Committed to providing the highest quality of professional sound and making each performance better than the last while delivering the finest entertainment. Iron Heart Sound is South Florida’s #1 DJs! Blazing the BEST in REGGAE, SOCA, HIP-HOP, and R&B!
Iron Heart Sound has not only played alongside countless Djs including big names such as, Tony Matterhorn, Stone Love, and Dj Khaled but has been flown to New York, Connecticut, and London for special performances and played for some of reggae and hip-hop top Artists including; Mr. Vegas, Beenie Man, Movado, Bounty Killer, Gyptian, Flo-Rida, Young Money, Slip-n-Slide, and Etc.
In addition to being Djs we are also promoters that have promoted many successful parties such as: Stush, Strip Tease, College Night, Countdown, Summer Swing, and Summer Swing 2.0
You can catch Iron Heart Sound every Saturday night on an underground radio 96.1fm MIXX FM (http://www.96mixx.com/) from 6pm –10pm.
The Dancehall sensational group is coming to the U.S. to shoot the video for new hit single “Bewitched” produced by Nicko Rebel for Nicko Rebel Music, Pembroke Pines, FL.
Coral Springs, FL - The successful career of the group Voicemail has proven strong and unwavering; beginning with a talented group of five members in 1999 then to three members in the year of 2003. Voicemail - O'Neil Edwards, Craig Jackson and Kevin Blaire were riding a stream of success including tours around the world. Performing their fans favorite hit songs in Jamaica like “Weh di Time”. Unsurprisingly, it was collaboration with the dancer Bugle and the artist Delly Ranks that place Voicemail above the competition. Instantly their fame rose exponentially becoming more famous internationally their music and creative dance moves attracted a massive fan base with the video for song “Do What You Feel Like”. This hit alone crossed over many cultural borders and was played by several TV stations in America. Voicemail’s strong international success is a reward of intense touring with audiences reaching 45k people as published in Yokohama, Japan magazine. The group really made an impression in Japan as they are recognized as a double-platinum recording artist and was featured by Japanese reggae singer Lecca in her 4th album “City Caravan”.
The Jamaica fan base voted Voicemail number one on the Jamaican dancehall charts with their pop-reggae-club hit “Dance the Night Away” featuring Busy Signal. Tipping the scales and leaving many artist behind with favorable track, “Dance the Night Away” in February of 2010. Shortly after a whimsical wave of dreams coming true for this respected internationally renowned dancehall group; Voicemail lost their very own O'Neil Edwards, a beloved member of the group, to a tragic shooting on the morning of May 10, 2010. Enduring all tragedies and proving to be “God Blessed” Craig Jackson and Kevin Blaire are continuing on, keeping the group alive and full of vibes.
March 19, 2011, almost one year post-tragedy, Voicemail will be traveling to South Florida and Central Florida for multiple press release functions and parties to promote their New Hit Single “Bewitched”. On March 23, 2011 director Shutah Films will be directing and editing the video for this highly anticipated chart rocketing track. With extra behind the scene video footage to be captured by Jamaican based business that has recently expanded to the south Florida market:
ElatedTV Leighton Williams and his video crew. “Bewitched” is featured on Nicko Rebel Music’s Nitrogen Riddim released in late December 2010; it’s definitely a ladies tune but has caught the ear of the masses being featured on Itunes New and Noteworthy in both Hip Hop and Reggae pages.
“Onton” Mitchell, born March 1987 in Downtown, Kingston, Jamaica, signifies the sophisticated emulsion of a contemporary reap of Jamaica’s most talented musicians. He symbolizes a new generation of music which he creates through his emotions and his knowledge being present in the music industry. Onton’s versatile thinking helps him to write flexible lyrics from grimy to prescribe, to suit all age and listeners, which is sure to contribute fame and gratitude which he deserves. Onton’s journey in music started immediately after he left high school, where he instantly went into the field of engineering. While working he learnt from some of Jamaica’s top engineers such as “Bulby”,“Shane Brown” and “Bobby Digital.” Soon after Onton started his own label “Versatyle C&M” which is now signed to Star Kutt Records. During his voyage in music Onton has worked with Demarco, Konshens, Daville, Voicemail and almost the entire music industry, from mixing, production to engineering.
Onton, met Demarco(Star Kutt Recording Artiste) 3 years after starting his career, this is where he learnt keyboard, drum-machine and increased his knowledge in engineering. Now becoming a part of Star Kutt Family Onton worked besideDemarcowhere they created hits such as “standing soldier”, “love a come down”, “I need a roof”, “Premium Riddim” and “Big League Riddim "(which was a major hit in Europe).
After years working in the music industry, Ontonwas inspired by Demarco, which he adapted skills to create his own arrangements, melodies and write his own songs, although his true love still lies in engineering, Onton posses the talent to sing and deejay, which is portrayed through his collaborations with Demarco, Konshens and Voice Mail, currently working with top names in Jamaican music producers such as Ward 21 Music, T.J.Records, Head Concussion records, his own in house producer family Demarco (Star Kutt Records) and other local producers. He is amongst the lineup of new talent with his echelon of music capability in so many areas of music,Onton is certain to be a major role model whose ideas are sure to entertain and elevate.
The SoFlo Awards Helps Dancer “Mundo” of Ravers Clavers with Life Saving Surgery
In support of Jamaican dancer, Ricardo “Mundo” Gordon of Ravers Clavers, The SoFlo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards will donate partial proceeds from this years event to assist with the expenses for his kidney transplant.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL- Jamaican Dancer Ricardo “Mundo” Gordon of popular dance crew Ravers Clavers, needs the support of the reggae community to help with his kidney transplant. The SoFlo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards has recognized the importance of helping Mundo and will donate partial proceeds from this years event. The Award Ceremony takes place on Sunday, March 20, 2010 inside the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater located at 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, FL.
Mundo has played a pivotal role in the Dancing Fraternity, and after his announcement of his life threatening kidney condition sent a shock-wave through the industry. Sharon Burke, Bounty Killer, Serani, Beenie Man, Vybz Kartel, Cory Todd, Mavado, Timberlee and the Ravers Clavers Family are some of the individuals that has ran to his aid. “I feel so blessed by the love so many people have shown me. My mother has written countless letters to companies and organizations in Jamaica and nobody is responding.
Thank God for the emergency Medicaid in the states and my family because I don’t know what I would of done,” said Mundo. The surgery will cost $250,000 (J$21 million) and currently J$500,000 has been raised. SoFlo Reggae & Dancehall Awards founder Ann Marsh said, “When I heard about his illness I knew we had to do something, and the award show was perfect. We hope to provide him with a larger platform to get the message out.”
Nominees to be Announced for the 3rd Annual Soflo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards Show
The 3rd Annual South Florida Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards Show will announce nominees on
Wednesday, February 9, 2011.
From January 4th - February 5th, fans casted their nominees to determine the best of the best in
People's Choice Categories &
Reggae Music Industry Categories.
Hosted by international radio personality and prominent event host, Slim City, the nominee announcement will be web casted live on RiddimsTV.com at 9:30 pm (ET) in Miami, FL. The web cast will provide information on the nominees, ticket prices, official hosts, sponsors, performing artist and much more. Fans and members of the press will be able to ask questions during the announcements in the live, interactive chat room provided by RiddimsTV.com.
The official twitter account for the Soflo Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards will conduct a live twitter party and will be giving 3 lucky fans tickets to the 3rd Annual Soflo Dancehall & Reggae Music Award Show during the nominee announcement. Be sure to follow them on twitter at @sofloawards and use trending topic#sofloawards for a chance to win.
The final Soflo awards winners will be revealed on Sunday, March 20, 2011 during the awards show at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater located at 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, FL.
About the SoFlo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards Now in its 3rd year, the South Florida (Soflo) Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards acknowledges and honors the accomplishments and contributions of entertainers and entrepreneurs of the Reggae and Dancehall industry. Created in 2008, the Soflo Music Awards was a brain child of a non-profit organization, Single Mothers of America, which is administered by individuals of Caribbean decent. SMOA wanted to find a way to get their messages across and include the Caribbean community, it was then the award show was established. Visit http://www.sofloawards.com
Born on the beautiful island of Jamaica, Shauna-Kay Whyte (Black Barbie) migrated to the United States at the age of thirteen. Her nickname Black Kitty Barbi called by her friends and family, which then later on, transition over in her modeling career in 2004. Black Barbie has blazed the runway for mayors, media personnel’s, high fashion designers and took part in several of the hottest fashion shows in different states of the US.
Black Barbie has had the opportunity to do a print work submission to Oprah, as well as Photo Shoots and Music Video’s with some well known Reggae artiste’s Gyptain, Mr.Lexx, Esco De Shocker and shoot by very respectable photographers in the business to name a few Roland Hyde and Keston Duke.
Hard at work, Black Barbie has been featured in the Jamaican STAR, GLEANER, STREET HYPE, Online Magazine and other Media outlets. Staying true to her Caribbean roots Black Barbie started to work with Yard Rock designs/ Yard Rock TV and Royal Rush Designs in 2008 as a personal model and behind the scenes assistant. With love and determination Black Barbie excelled when she took her modeling career in a different direction, in the media field as a TV Host and Radio Personality.
She was convinced by many to take the step, on her journey she had the pleasure to work with Dancehall 360 degrees TV. With her career move she now has her own Radio Program called “Black Barbie’s Reality Check” on 91.3 Parti FM and is the face and TV Host for Back Yard TV in NYC. Being a natural with her charisma, fun and inviting personality, interviewing the stars was an enjoyment for her.
MODEL/RADIO PERSONALITY and TV HOST.. tune in 91.3 PARTI FM every WEDNESDAYS 5pm-7pm AND BACK YARD TV channel 68 10:30pm every SATURDAY & 11pm TUESDAY...
Black Barbie has had the pleasure to interview Kymani Marley, Spragga Benz, Mr. Lexx, Shaba Ranks, Marcia Griffiths, lady saw, King Yellow man, Chino, Nadine Sutherland, Stephen Di Genius, Black Ryno, Gramps Morgan etc.
Black Barbie is self motivated and persistent and believes the sky is the limit and will continue to strive and push herself as a Model, Video Vixen, TV Host and Radio Personality.
PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CLUB
325 SW 26TH ST, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
Vibes! Vibes! And MORE Vibes! Do you see the line up of selectors for this highly anticipated "DANCEHALL HEROES" event marked for March 5th, 2011. This dance is to be set at the Portuguese American Club off of The Marina Mile. This venue has supported various dancehall events and is one of the most popular spots to host "early mawnin" pawty or after parties.
March 5th, 2011 DANCEHALL HEROES
will feature sounds with flavor and style:
Don't miss this event!
Iron Heart is truly taking 2011 by force alongside Firestorm representing Southwest Miami.
BOBO_FRASS
DJ STAMINA LINKYIRONHEART
These too young sounds are a force to be reckoned with. I'm sure there will be friendly rivarly between the two. This will surely give this dance another flare of excitement.
CHAMPION SQUAD - THE REMIXTERZ
Guaranteed the fun wont stop there! Champion Squad remixes the hottest top 20 currently on the people's choice of favorites and Innocent Sound will definitely make di gal dem "skin out, turn and whine pan di ting"!
INNOCENT SOUND - DI GAL DEM SOUND
POISON DART - FLORIDA NOTORIOUS
Purrrre vibes w/ Poison Dart - Tampa, FL !
I'm so EXCITED! Least to say this is an ENDORSED to di FULLEST
Hosted by international radio personality and prominent event host, Slim City, the nominee announcement will be web casted live on RiddimsTV.com at 9:30 pm (ET) in Miami, FL. The web cast will provide information on the nominees, ticket prices, official hosts, sponsors, performing artist and much more. Fans and members of the press will be able to ask questions during the announcements in the live, interactive chat room provided by RiddimsTV.com.
