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I stayed up all night listening to "True" the new EP released by the 26 year old mother,singer-songwriter, actress, model, dancer, and DJ Solange Piaget Knowles. I close my eyes I picture myself in the mid-late 1980's walking through a gritty Times Square with a slight chill in the air, with those old-school limos passing by. You know that whole mid-temp 80's vibe, that's how you feel when you listen to this record and you wanna be transported back in time, to that period and live the life of an 80's pop-artist well at least I do. My favorite track is titled "Bad Girls Verdine Version" the melody of her voice is just so soothing on that track, as you relate to the lyrics of a troubled relationship as she sings "tell me what's wrong, I can't tell you what's wrong",and you think damn how many times have I felt like this with the person I'm with. Knowles describes the 7 track EP as "more than an album to me it...

Shad Hitz and Crew Camp Management presents the Making of P.I.M.P (Power In Motivating People) the mixtape hosted by MJ the DJ behind the scenes footage. Check out all the hard work that went into this project which drops 12-4-12 on Livemixtapes.com For more exclusive music and interview log on to www.shadhitz.com #ItsHitzBaby Follow: Twitter@shadhitz Instagram@shadhitz

Ian Matthew's "Selfless" is his first mixtape released since signing with American Money Machine the label ran by the phenomenal artist Range AKA Chuck Adams....Click the link in order to get your download first http://www.datpiff.com/Ian-Matthew-Selfless-mixtape.418418.html Mixtape Tracks 1.Intro (Prod. By WhoElze) 2.Stylo Stealers (Prod. By Justa Beast) 3.Shout Feat Range (Prod. By Range) 4.Turn Up The Bass (Mixed By KrisStyles) 5.Made For It (Prod. By Dj Dolla Sign) 6.Smooth Hip Hop Chick Feat. Young Angel (Prod. By MikeyGBeat) 7.The Poetics Feat. Young Angel (Prod. By Josh Did That) 8.Cant Get Enough (Prod. By MikeyGBeats) 9.La Familia (Prod. By MikeyGBeats) 10.Does It Real Good Feat. Imfamiss MB (Prod. By Epidemik) 11.Live When I Party Feat. Young Angel (Prod. By Hardy Boy) 12.Forever (Prod. By MikeyGBeats) 13.MC means Move the Crowd (Prod. By JustBlaze) 14.Video Games Feat. E 2 Da R (Prod. By Epidemik) Location: Worldwide

This song is amazing absolutely amazing!!!!

You might be wondering where Kanye gets his dope leather sweatpants, or who makes the leather tanks ASAP Rocky can be seen rocking. Well these are all products of rapidly up and coming designer Rob Garcia who use to work at west coast street wear label "Black Scale". Garcia's brand focuses on made to order pieces rather by season like traditional fashion wear lines, the line also includes the all over graphics Renaissance inspired tee's seen on Big Sean, and Pusha T. To experience the fashion of this hip New York trendsetter shop at Viveennoir.com. Location: NY

In addition to the exceptional end of summer G.O.O.D MUSIC compilation release"Cruel Summer", Kanye has yet again teamed up with famed designer Giuseppe Zanotti to create this masterpiece cleverly titled after the album which is a homage to its artwork. Yet a work of art these are in itself, a much better design than those which debuted earlier this year the stiletto heels are all-white and feature a cut-out leaf/feather design as the focal point, taking ancient Greek inspiration. Info has not yet been provided if or when these will be released to the public but I'm sure they will will be placed with a hefty price tag. Location: Worldwide

The masses might remember Jarvis as the young guy with long hair, riding his bike while singing the feel good summer-tune titled "radio", it was so catchy, you couldn't turn your tv on without seeing his video in constant rotation. The Tulsa, OK native started singing at the young age of 4 in his church choir stemming from his deep religious roots, and strict bible-belt upbringing. This also limited the type of music he was exposed to, and gradually he began becoming influenced by such artists as James Brown and Usher. At the age of 13 life as he knew it transformed, relocating to Atlanta and being signed to Jermaine Dupri's SoSo Def Records which swept him into a world of stardom beyond his wildest dreams. Jarvis was traveling and performing under a label which once housed such acts as Xscape, Bow Wow, and a host of others had become his reality. That reality soon turned into a musicians worse nightmare, Jermaine had other business ventures in mind for ...

I love the fact that she has toyed with different colors,and rocked different styles it makes a statement that she isnt scared to take risks. I feel that frequent hairstyle changes keeps her from being boring, but this pixie cut just makes Rihanna look so refined. It gives her a soft look that compliments her features perfectly and she looks absolutely stunning pictured here with Tyson Beckford at Jay-z's Barclays performance in Brooklyn. Its very young Halle Berry circa 1991 in the movie "Strictly Business".

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Floral isn't just for the ladies anymore, it's a bold trend that has taken over this year with almost every designer out there. I got into it when I first laid eyes on a blazer Spanish designer Zara made, and Balmain presents an even more edgy floral pattern with this jacket that is sure to make everyone else mad when you walk into the room.... Description: Multi-coloured abstract floral printed denim. Open front. Exposed double front zips. Structured shoulder pads. Long sleeves with press stud cuffs. Retails for $3,780

Full Song available 10-2 digitally, really glad she is putting out some more material I still listen to Solo and The Hadley St. Dreams just now fully able to comprehend the deep lyrical content she hit us with on that album.

Summer might be coming to a close but G.O.O.D. MUSIC just turned up the heat. Although Mos Def and Q-TIP are absent from the compilation, this album is a straight up banger he pulled out some VETS like Ghostface Killah on NEW GOD FLOW which is pure fire. You got Common and Raekwon on The Morning, and MASE spit some sick bars on Higher, everybody is really eating R.Kelly and Kanye open the album with To The World it's just too much talent on one album for me. I haven't even started in on the lyrical content yet Pusha T opens new GOD FLOW with the lyrics "I believe there’s a god above me I’m just the god of everything else", which is saying that he believes in GOD but he is the best after him, Ghostface just goes in after he let these rappers know he had his Jesus Piece in 94. The production and beats on here are just ILL you get that hard east coast feel from back in the day that we been missing for awhile now, this ain't no bubble gum rap believe that....

In this world everything is not always as it seems, and we often don't get to see beyond the surface to know who is really there for you. I feel that my eyes and mind have now been given more depth after speaking with R&B artist Range AKA Chuck Adams he gave me more than an interview, but an actual insight into life in the entertainment industry. Chuck was previously on the rooster of new comers to Roc Nation along with J-Cole and Melanie Fiona, he dropped his first single on the label entitled "Ghetto Dance" ft. Rick Ross. Chuck describes this experience as a one in a million chance that an artist gets to release a major single signed to a major label, he even stated that while on the video set of "Ghetto Dance" Rick Ross pointed out the fact that having Ray Kay a highly sought after video director for his first video was a big deal. In speaking about his previous situation with RocNation he attributes part of it to being a lack of guidance, an...

How chic do Venezuelan born designer Carolina Herrera and Katie Holmes looks at the 9 annual style awards yesterday, as Herrera accepts designer of the year. (Holmes and Herrera are both wearing Carolina Herrera) Location: NYC

The Fashion World unites for one night in cities everywhere to shop at the most chic clothiers, the 900s in Chicago, Chelsea and The Upper Eastside in New York, Oxford Circus in London, The Beverly Center and Rodeo Drive L.A. These streets will be lined with the best dressed and celebs as they shop the night away. Last year's iconic bash featured events in eighteen countries and more than 4,500 events here in the States. With special limited-edition products, and unforgettable performances, FNO 2012 is promising to be even bigger and better than before! Solange Knowles poses with Diane at DVF where she Dj'd Pharrell Williams at Bloomingdale's Diane VonFurstenberg and Mayor Bloomberg in the MeatPacking district Scenes from Selfridges The World's Best Department Store Amar'e Stoudemire&Anna Wintour at Saks Hosted by Vogue ...

Last Tuesday was my first official industry event, I was extended the invitation via Verve Mgmt which I also work for. Venue 1 is located in a nice business area on the westside of Chicago across from Harpo Studios, the set-up was very nice, very classy. We arrived ahead of time as instructed and walked right-in while I waited for the CEO Ryan to meet us inside. There was a black carpet, open bar, and it was invite only I was extremely nervous because I'm what you would call a perfectionist, and I always want to make the perfect impression, say the right things, just make sure my best foot is put forward and I think I felt more pressure because it was a work event. I helped out with a friends concert event before and that was in a huge arena and I wasn't nervous at all, so I think I'm gonna have to work on that. We were entertained with wonderful performances from ASAP Rocky, and Erykah Badu, Olympic Swimmer Ryan Locte was even there. This was absolutely beyond my co...

On this day 11 years ago this world lost someone who was more than a woman, more than an artist, she was a daughter, a sister, a friend, and a beautiful soul. Aaliyah Dana Haughton was born January 16, 1979 in Brooklyn New York, but raised in Detroit Michigan in the time that she was here Aaliyah left a lasting impression upon the world. I have uploaded some of my favorite videos of her and that feature her, she lives on through her music August 25, 2001 R.I.P.....

Gone are the days where all guys rocked the clean shaved or extremely groomed facial hair look. We've traded that in for a more rugged look that can still appear sophisticated, I call it the beard-gang. It's not extremely metro and it's not completely grunge it falls somewhere in-between, and as initially being one who kept me facial perfectly outlined I'm quite fond of my beard. You can see this rocked by Brody Jenner, Chris Brown, Tyson Beckford and more....

On an intense high from his victory at the 2012 London Olympics, I spoke with Michael Tinsley or for those who know him simply Mike T on his way back from supporting his teammates at the Village. With all that he has to be proud of he still remains the same humble personable guy he was in college. Mike was born in Little Rock Arkansas on April 21,1984 like myself Mike was the product of a single-parent household and has definitely lived down the negative stereotype that is often associated with it. As a child Tinsley attended Joe T. Robinson school in the Pulaski County District until he graduated high school. Always an avid athlete Mike wouldn't take an interest in track until he was in the 7th grade, and didn't start hurdles until he was in the 8th grade while still playing basketball. As a freshman in high school Mike describes it as his calling at the point where he really became a skilled runner, and began winning races in the hurdles. Upon his completion of ...

That time of year is fastly appoarching again and I'm not talking about back to school all though for some that is the case, but no I'm talking about the start of a new fashion year. The following is a itinerary for all of those who are as excited as I am about MBFW... ALLON-SITEOFF-SITEDIGITAL September 05 6:00 PM 9TH ANNUAL STYLE AWARDS at STAGE September 06 9:00 AM NICHOLAS K at STUDIO 10:00 AM BCBGMAXAZRIA at THEATRE 10:30-11:30 AM KAELEN at BOX 11:00 AM RICHARD CHAI at STAGE 1:00 PM CHADWICK BELL at STUDIO 4:00 PM SUPIMA at STUDIO 6:00-10:00 PM FASHION'S NIGHT OUT at WORLDWIDE 7:00 PM THE ART INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK CITY at STUDIO September 07 8:30-10:30 AM FASHION LAW INSTITUTE at BOX 10:00 AM PROJECT RUNWAY at THEATRE 12:00 PM NOON BY NOOR at STUDIO 2:30-3:30 PM WALTER at BOX 3:00 PM REBECCA MINKOFF at THEATRE 3:00-6:00 PM PAMELLA ROLAND at AVERY FISHER HALL, GRAND PROMENADE 5:30 PM TOMMY HILFIGER MEN'S at TBA 6:00 PM NICOLE MILLER a...

Michael Tinsley proudly holds the Olympic Torch in representation of the US Olympic Men's track team. He is not only making his country proud but to be from an HBCU it shows that we produce greatness as well go SWAC!!!!!!!!! Location: London

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At last Mathew Knowles — DC3's longtime ringleader — has revealed that previously unreleased material from the group will appear on two compilation releases via his Music World Entertainment label partnership with Sony."We still have our joint venture with Sony, and in November, we're putting out two Destiny's Child catalog records with new material," Knowles told The Huffington Post when asked about his label's upcoming plans.Beyond the new tunes, the group's back-in-the-day manager also spoke about the possibility of a DC3 reunion tour, emphasizing that a trek wouldn't occur until the second release drops and if it fits in with each of the stars' respective solo careers. "It takes a year of planning to do these tours, but first it starts with the artist wanting to do it. And I think the ladies are still working happily in their solo careers," he explained, adding, "And I hope in the next five years that there is a reu...

These Raspberry Python Malibu sneakers from Yves Saint Laurent will certainly leave many a passerby in need of a neck brace once you cross paths. These flashy sneakers are a mixture of 80% python skin and 20% patent leather and combined, they definitely command attention. These will cost you a pretty penny at $895 and it’s rather unlikely that these would make for everyday shoes, but if you have a need for some bold footwear in your current rotation, you can pick these up at SSENSE. I actually own a pair similar to this one in black. Known for their velvet slippers, Del Toro produced exactly that in collaboration with Theophilus London. Using a classic black velvet upper, the slipper comes with an embroidered red rose on the front, two star embroideries on the side and a red heel detail, reading LVRS, the signature letters of the rapper. Featured here are the Christian Louboutin Louis Flat Spike in black patent. Christian Louboutin has beco...

Location: Milan