*~*Flashing Lights: Our Time Is Now!*~*
Illuminating the talents of new artists; independent rhythm with a mainstream flair!
The light’s on
While doing some research on this week’s Flashing Lights artist, I came across a video of a man named
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Not only is he an excellent musician but with high-energetic performances, he also has the vocals to back up any beat; keeping the crowd constantly on their feet! His album Backatownpeaked at #6 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Album Chart.
“Every moment I get to be able to pick up my horn and play, that’s a blessing. Even if it’s not in front of an audience, I still take the time out and say that I’m truly blessed to be able to play a horn,” says Andrews.
An eclectic sound all is own and inspired by his city and culture that is
For more information on Trombone Shorty, check him out at www.tromboneshorty.com or follow him on Twitter!!! @Tromboneshorty!!!
*~* Introducing Trombone Shorty!!
*~* Trombone Shorty vs. legendary jazz musician, Wynton Marsalis
*~* Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue on David Letterman
*~*In Case You Missed It*~*
The latest happenings in the music!! Nov 12-Nov 18
· J. Cole’s ‘Friday Night Lights’ Mixtape Available
On November 11th, rapper J. Cole has the internet world on its feet when he released the new track ‘In the Morning’, off his third mixtape, ‘Friday Night Lights’, which dropped on November 12th. The mixtape also has a guest feature from Drake, as well.
The highly anticipated mixtape also includes tracks like, ‘
While we’re going to have to wait for the release of J. Cole’s RocNation debut album ‘ColeWorld’, due out in early 2011, his new mixtape will definitely hold us over until the time comes!
*~* J. Cole and Drake; In The Morning:
· The Game Attempts to Reunite G-Unit Via Twitter
After all the drama within the G-Unit camp over the last few years, especially betweenCompton rapper, The Game and his former mentor, 50 Cent, it’s shock that Game wants thegroup to reunite and make beautiful music again.
Putting all their differences aside, Game hit the waves of Twitter, reaching out to 50 Cent with a host of tweets, pleading that the G-Unit Commander in Chief to allow him and Young Buck back into the group so that they can create the magic that once was so dominant in the realm of hip-hop. "@50cent Aye n----, get on Twitter & let's get this s--- movin!!! G-G-G-G- well, you know the rest," Game tweeted. "All it takes is 'ONE PHONE CALL'! U call me, I call BUCK, tell Banks holla at Yayo & dat puts HIP HOP @ OUR MERCY!"
Here’s what Lloyd Banks had to say about a possible reunion. "50's first album led into the G-Unit album," Banks said, "which led into my album. Now it's time to pay 50 back. It's time for me to make it easy on him. Not go to 50 to make it easy on us."
This is no the first time Game has tried to make amends with 50 Cent. Back inJuly,Gameagain jumped on Twitter to express his feeling about the situation. "He got an ego. I got an ego. Ain't nobody apologizing," Game tweeted. "Ain't nobody saying that they was wrong, but you ain't gotta do that to make amends. You just gotta get together, do the s---, and you can do it for the sake of money. We don't gotta break no peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in half and do the s---. Come to an agreement as men, get the s--- done like men."
Unfortunately for Game, 50 slighted his request tweeting, “What are you guys talking about? I don’t talk to Game. I have had no communication with him for years.”
Poor Game, it’s not looking to good for you right about now. Sometimes you have to count your losses for what they are, bust a *Kanye Shrug* and keep it moving!
- Ne-Yo Welcomes Baby Girl Earlier Than Expected
The music community has definitely been bitten by the baby bug over the last year! Congratulations to R&B singer/producer Ne-Yo, on the birth of his baby girl on Nov
According to Allhiphop.com, Ne-Yo, born Shaffer Chimere Smith, was attending a charity event in association with his organization, Compound Foundation, when he received the word that the mother of his child, Monyetta Shaw, was currently in labor. With his mother by his side, the hit-maker left the event and rushed to the hospital to witness the birth of his daughter.
"I am 30 and I do have my first child on the way, and I'm very, very, very excited aboutthat," Ne-Yo said. "It's a New Year's baby and I'm just in a really good place right now,” Ne-Yostated in an interview earlier this summer.
Born a month and a half premature, we are wishing the baby girl, Ne-Yo and his family all the best!! Congrats again!!
· Jay Electronica Signs to Roc Nation
The roster just keeps getting bigger! On Friday November 12th, while performing at NYCnightclub The Box, Jay-Z announced that
"My whole goal is to reintroduce magic to hip-hop," Jay explained to the intimate crowd. "Wewatched this wizard do his thing. Ya'll supported him. And he's an official Roc Nation signee."After accepting his new spot in the Roc family with an official introduction -- "My name is Jay Electronica and my mama is here so you can't tell me s---" Elect took the stage to perform his hit singles 'Exhibit A' and 'Exhibit C.'
Despite his underground success over the last few years, Jay Electronica has yet to release a full-length LP. In February, he announced that he will be dropping the ‘Act II’ mixtape followed by his debut album, ‘Act III’; neither of which has made it pass the developmental stages.
*~* Jay Electronica & Jay-Z; The Dream
· Lauryn Hill Joins The Roots For Bob Marley Cover
I love reporting news that involves Lauryn Hill because it makes her comeback so much more promising. Over the weekend, L-Boogie hit the stage with The Roots at a charity event forParkinson’s disease in NYC. The event, called ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to CureParkinson’s,” was put on by actor, Michael J. Fox, who has been suffering from the neurological disease for several years, and featured Hill and The Roots collaborating on Bob Marley’s ‘Is This Love?’.
On stage, Hill belted out the lyrics to the song written by her father-in-law while also performing some of her own classic hits; such as, ‘Doo Wop (That Thing) and her Fugees hit, ‘Killing Me Softly.’
Lauryn Hill’s absence from the music world has been felt ever since her 1998 multi-platinum, Grammy-winning solo album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, but now that she is slowly but surely reemerging back onto the scene, I know it will be only a matter of time before her next LP drops!
*~* Lauryn Hill's Redition of Bob Marley's "Is This Love?"
· Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday’ Leaks Online
Seems like the would could not hold off another week because Nicki Minaj’s highly anticipated debut album, ‘Pink Friday’ has reportedly been leaked online, one week before its scheduled Nov. 22 release date.
In addition to her already leaked hits, Right Thru Me, Roman’s Revenge and Your Love, Minaj’s tracks, Fly featuring Rihanna, Blazin’ featuring Kanye West and Moment 4 Life featuringDrake, have also hit the would wide web! "Tap you neighbor and say #itsPinkFridayHoe," Nicki tweeted Wednesday morning; possibly making reference to ‘Pink Friday’s early release.
During a recent interview for her Billboard cover story, Minaj expressed the pain she feltwhen her hit song, Your Love, was secretly leak to the public; forcing her to release it as asingle. "I didn't like the song and I didn't put it out," Nicki explained. "Someone stole it out of the studio and put it on the Internet and I cried because I was mortified. I was humiliated and remember telling Drake, 'This is going to ruin my career."
Obviously, it did the complete opposite! It has been on heavy rotation in radio stations across the country and the ring tone on almost every female’s cell phone that I know! It also climbed to #4 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart so I’d say for a sneak move on the part of the hater that leaked it; it was an unexpected victory for Team Minaj!
Look for the official release of ‘Pink Friday’ in stores on November 22nd.
· Nas Puts ‘Lost Tapes
Back in June 2010, rapper Nas announced that he would be releasing ‘The Lost Tapes’, a compilations of unreleased material but after news hit that he would be reuniting with Pete Rock on the LP, to Queens native hit a road block. Nas reportedly sent on an angry email to record execs, firing shots at them for apparently counting the album against his deal, consequently placing a hold on the project altogether. As of right now, the rapper is focusing on his next studio album with the hopes of picking things back up with his other lingering projects.
"I record a lot of s---. I have recorded a lot of s--- over the years, and the s--- that I ain't put out on albums should be on the 'Lost Tapes,'" Nas said in an interview with The Source. "Because my album, my studio album, my new album is a priority for the label and of course me, to find the time to put out 'Lost Tapes' and then my record, my real record, is what we're upagainst. It's all this material and trying to get it out."
Originally intended for a December 14th release date, it is now unclear when ‘Lost Tapes
*~* Fashion 411 *~*
This week’s ‘Fashion
*~* Boys’ Fashion *~*
(Usher Raymond V)
When you walk through any store, you immediately notice that the boys section is a lot smaller than the girls section. With limited options and styles, boys clothing have come along way from the pastel blue and fire trucks over the years to a style all its own! Keeping up with its fashion-forward counterparts, boys fashion is now embracing vintage styles with a modern twist! Here are just a few of the latest trends in boys’ wear!
- Patterned Snap and Button Down Shirts with Contrasting Yolk
- This particular look is very popular amongst fashion designers! The contrasting yolk adds a funky twist to an otherwise plain shirt. With different patterns like polka dots, stripes and diamonds and snap buttons for easy on and off, these shirts will be a hit on your little prince!
- Stylist headgear---Snowboarder hats and fedoras
- Military inspired hats, classic fedoras and skater style snowboarder hats are in for boys this year and since we all know that when it comes to accessories, boys lose in comparison to girls, we have to make sure we shine light on every on that we can!
- Varsity Jackets and Bombers
- Time to pay homage to a timeless looks that embodies everything that boys stand for! With snaps, zippers, leather accents and patches, these jackets are not only stylist but allow for individuality and creativity for any boy that wears them.
- Sneakers
- While there is nothing cuter than seeing a little boy in a nice pair of loafers or boots, every now and then, you just want to be comfortable and mellow out in clean pair of sneaks! No matter the brand, style or color, sneakers play a major role in the style of boys and men alike!
- Quality Denim-Rolled Cuffs
- You can never go wrong when it comes to denim and as boys’ fashion continues to evolve, you’re now able to rock the denim look that best fits your personality and unique sense of style.
*~* Girls’ Fashion *~*
(Nahla Aubry)
Here we go!! It’s no surprise that the fashion world and styles are dominated by women and nothing could be truer than with the fashions for girls. Designers around the world have taken notice and are flooding the runways with small versions of their hottest trends and with the help of funky fresh accessories and bold, bright colors, your mini divas will be well on their way to becoming hip, stylish fashionistas!
- Skinny-Legged Cargo Pants
- This style of pants is so cool and versatile. You can wear them with tees, sweaters, cardigans, tunics and just about any top that you can think of!
- Ruffled Sweaters
- This is a must have in your daughter’s winter wardrobe! Paired with a pair of tights or leggings, and denim skirt and a hot pair of boots and you’re created a fierce winter look!
· Graphic
o An absolute favorite in my own wardrobe; graphic tees are an important staple in any wardrobe. Short or long sleeved, these teescan be paired with a simple pair of jeans and scarf for an effortless ensemble.
· Coordinating Hat and Gloves Set
o Nothing says stylish girl in the winter time than one with a set ofcoordinating hat and gloves!
· Pea Coats
o What would compliment her pink and brown polka dot hat and scarfset more but a chocolate brown pea coat? With a hood or without, pea coats keep her nice and warm while making her look fashion forward. You can go classic with solid colors or to add some flare, can opt for bold, bright colors and designs, such as plaid!
**Strategize, Accessorize, Mesmerize!**
Accessories: the golden touch of fashion!
Spotlighting: Boots!!!!!!
Unless you live deep in the South or on the West Coast, you can walk out of your house and tell that winter and all the snow it’ll bring is soon on its way (or may have already shown its face)! Just because the thermostat is rapidly decreasing that doesn’t mean that our sense of fashion has to go down with it! We can accomplish being warm and toasty while staying true to our fashion-savvy conscious! Again, understand that accessories are more than just jewelry but any object that allows you to accentuate your personal style and help create a look all your own! With that being said, we’re going to look at some trendy boots for men and women that are guaranteed to keep you warm while keeping you fresh!
Boots for Women:
1) Women’s Mossimo Supply
2) Bakers® “Bow” Ankle Bootie w/ Bow-Tie Décor and Grommet Accents--$49.99
Boots for Men:
1) Timberland Boots--$155.00 (Macy’s)
2) Steve Madden Banke Chukka Boots--$79.99 (Macy’s)
Wherever you find your boots for the season, make sure they are a nice fit as well as a great look for you!!
*~* ATTENTION!!!*~*
Do you guys remember the days when we used to make turkeys by tracing our hands or when we used to make snowmen by connecting foam balls with toothpicks?? Well, in honor of the upcoming holiday season, next week's issue of Fashion 411 will be a **Special Holiday Issue**; paying tribute to the holidays and the fashions that made us hot!!
(Christmas '86)
(Christmas '87)
From Day 1, I have been spotlighting other people but this time around, I want to shine the light on you guys!! If you have some old pictures in the vault of yourself looking rather fly during the holidays, we want to see them! Submit your pictures of you rocking your best holiday look to SoGoldenBlog@gmail.com!!
This is my way of bringing in the holiday season and showing appreciation to you guys for supporting *So Golden* and myself!!
Deadline for picture submissions is Weds. Nov. 24th!!!!
Thanks for everyone that have shown love and support!!!..I love u guys!!!!
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