Tag Archive: New York

Houston Dynamic-Duo Urban Swank Goes “Undercover” in New Bravo Tv Reality Show!

21 January, 20152

Houston dynamic-duo bloggers of URBAN SWANK make their debut tonight at 9pm on Bravo! Felice "Swanky Girl" Sloan & Shanna "Urban Girl" Jones star as "Undercover Diners" at four Austin restaurants in the new reality show Best New Restaurant. Although new to Tv, this isn't the ladies first rodeo as they have been dining in and reviewing restaurants for over 3 years. They have been contributing to Houston and surrounding areas guide to the best brunches, happy hours, dinner, lunches, breakfast Read more [...]

Celebrity, Food/Drink, Highlights, Travel, Tv/Movies/Hollywood

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It’s National DJ Day!

20 January, 20150

They keep us on our feet IF they are good! It's National Disc Jockey Day! According to Wikipedia, a disc jockey (abbreviated D.J., DJ or deejay) is a person who mixes recorded music for an audience; in a club event or rave, this is an audience of dancers. Originally, “disc” (uncommonly spelled “disque” or commonly “disk” in American English) referred to phonograph records, not the later compact discs. Today, the term includes all forms of music playback, no matter which medium is used. Read more [...]

Highlights, Music

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The 2015 Governors Ball Music Festival Line Up Released

9 January, 20150

The 2015 Governors Ball lineup has just been announced, with Drake, The Black Keys, and DeadMau5 as headliners. Did you go last year? If not here's a 2014 recap:   Check out the full list of musical acts below:   Tickets are on sale now, with the cheapest options going for $260 for the full weekend. Pricier VIP options for $595 and $2000 include special VIP viewing areas, lounges, a backstage open bar, and a merchandise pack. For information: www.govball.com Follow Read more [...]

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Giveaway: Bounce Boat (NYC) this Friday with Mike Hawkins + Designer Drugs

16 July, 20140

This Friday, Bounce Boat (World's Premiere Dance Music Cruise) returns with a one of a kind show that’s sure to be a night to remember.... or forget 😉 Headlining the Main Stage is Danish producer DJ Mike Hawkins, who will be making his NYC debut performance during a stop on his own North American REVOLT tour - named after his innovative and hard-hitting progressive house tune (out now via Doorn Records.) Hawkins is donating all of the proceeds from the single to UNICEF - an organization that Read more [...]

Highlights, Music, Travel

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Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead? Mayor Annise Parker Alters S.T.E.M

2 June, 20140

Music and Dance are two elements of education that can be considered "endangered". Thus, celebrities, educators, and supporters alike are all trying to save it's place in our schools curriculum. In 1997 VH1 founded the Save The Music Foundation which provides funding via grants. However, the dying of Arts in our school systems are still an ongoing issue. The issue is still so relevant, that Houston's own Mayor Annise Parker mentioned it while attending the 4th annual "Dancing With The Houston Read more [...]

Highlights, Music, News, Non-Profit

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Coming Never: Run

19 May, 20140

RocNation & Parkwood Entertainment Present "Run" Jay Z & Beyoncé are back at it again with a promo trailer for their world "On The Run" tour. The star-studded four-minute video featured Sean Penn, Don Cheadle, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emmy Rossum, Rashida & Kidada Jones, and Guillermo Diaz. Directed by Melina Matsoukas, "Run," is designed like your regular silver-screen movie trailer with explosions, car chases, gunfire, robbery, bad guys, good girls, and plenty Read more [...]

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Road Trippin’ with Tony Rock

29 April, 20140

Anthony "Tony" Rock is a New York native American actor known for his role as Dirk Black on the UPN/CW sitcom All of Us. Born 9yrs after older brother Chris Rock, Tony decided to follow in his footsteps as a stand-up comedian. Now with 13yrs of experience and much success, Rock is introducing a new docu-series. “Road Trippin,” a docu-series that follows Actor/Comedian Tony Rock during his Standing Ovation tour.  Go behind the scenes with Tony, to learn about life on the road and growing Read more [...]

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Jay-Z Announces Made in America Festival in Los Angeles AND Philadelphia

16 April, 20140

From the "City of Brother Love", to the "City of Angels", Jay-Z in connection with his headline sponsor (Budweiser) made the following statement via twitter: "We're proud to announce @Budweiser #MadeInAmerica 2014 - Labor Day Weekend in Philadelphia AND Los Angeles...Early bird tickets for both cities are on sale right now!" - Budweiser The festival, held on the same dates on both coast, will take place at the following locations: Philadelphia: Ben Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA Sat, Read more [...]

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Family Affair? Beyonce & Jay-Z On The Run

16 April, 20140

On the Run? Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been performing together since 2002. The two have been making "New Rules" within the music industry. Jay-Z released his latest album Magna Carta Holy Grail via the Samsung App in July of last year. Beyoncé "one-upped" her mogul husband by releasing her audio/visual album with no promotion later that year. The power couple who just ended their own tours are now rumored to tour together. According to Page Six, "Bey-Z" could launch a stadium tour together. Read more [...]

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Time is Illmatic: Nas (Nasir Jones) Celebrates 20 Years

15 April, 20140

40 year old Nas (Nasir Jones) celebrates 20 years of the landmark album that solidified him: Illmatic. The "fountain of youth" drinking icon released Illmatic XX via SONY Legacy today as an anniversary album. The album features promo singles, remixes, and previous unreleased demos. "Its like going into a time capsule" -Nas on Illmatic XX Fans got a taste of what's to come when the legend gave a memorable performance at Day 2 of Coachella 2014. The celebrity filled festival witnessed pure Read more [...]

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