….tonight I chose NOT….not to go see The Dream that is…he is scheduled to give a much anticipated…or should I say, an “over-hyped” performance tonight at M2 Ultra Lounge in the Meat Packing District. I’m almost sure his fiancee Christina Milian will be in attendance though. I’m so glad she colored her hair btw. I personally wasn’t a fan of the all-blonde look.
The Dream and Christina Milian
Latoya Luckett is also having her album release party tonight at Eden. It’s a great night for party hoping!
(Photo of Maxwell in concert courtesty of BET.com)
I am loving Maxwell’s new clean image. I have never before noticed Maxwell for anything else but his music, but his new album BLACKsummer’snight has brought out the sexy in that man! My goodness, I didn’t see it before, but I am loving the hair cut, the suits, and the overall clean and beautiful look.
The album, which was released yesterday has also captured my attention! It ixs a passionate and raw album. Although only 9 songs, they are all very “Maxwell”…just pure music that speaks to the heart. I lovez it!!!
BET‘s annual fashion show aired tonight as the creative work of African American designers graced the stage of the Hammerstein Ballroom stage. Joy Bryant and Derek Luke hosted the show…i don’t think I’ve ever seen Joy on BET before tonight but hey, she did a great job and she always looks fab (thanks to her stylist Rachel Zoe).
The show, which was taped last week, opened with TI and his clothing line, AKOO followed by Project Runway’s Korto demonstrating her line, Korto Momolu. The Dream performed with a little help from Fabolous as Korto’s flowy and chic pieces were displayed.
Douglas Says’s plus size models did there thing to the sounds of “I’m So Special”. The clothing was really bright and patterned. The highlight of his collection was the finale piece, a gold bathing suit which was worn very well by yes, a plus size model. Loved it!
Designer Bryan Lars presented his line to the sounds of Bobby Valentino. After which followed the athletic line, Protege, which presented fashionably casual and sporty pieces. A few professional athletes worked the runway and so did Toccara, who came out wearing basketball shorts, a tank top, and heels.
Swimwear, swimwear, swimwear!!! Models sporting Johnny Vincent Swimwear by Celeste Vincent, ripped the runway to the sounds of Ron Brownz. Busta Rhymes and his hype man scratch took over the stage with their club banger “Arab Money“, but Keri Hilson stole the show as she danced away while model’s displayed recession friendly outfits.
Overall it was a great show. The focus was placed on the clothing pieces and the models did a great job displaying the designer’s work.
Sunday I attended the taping of T.I. and Swizz Beatz‘ performance for NBC’s New Years Eve with Carson Daly. For all those taking the safe route and staying home on New Years Eve, this is a show which you don’t want to miss!!!! I don’t say this just because I’m a T.I. fan, but because T.I. put on a great performance….plain and simple. On NYE you can catch T.I. perform his hit single “Whatever You Like” as well as see him team up with Swizz Beatz to perform “Swing Ya Rag“.
The performance was taped in Rockefellar Plaza, but the show will be live as Carson Daly continues the festivities in his 5th year hosting the New Year’s Eve special on NBC. The primetime slot which the show has attained should be a great success especially with the inclusion of T.I.
Wednesday night was a busy night in NYC. My night started out at the Vibe Magazine event for new Atlantic Records recording artist, Laura Izibor. Laura is a sassy and personable 21 year old from Dublin Ireland and she worked the New York Crowd like a pro. The audience at the Cutting Room appeared to have enjoyed her performance just as much as I did.
Her music had an upbeat and soulful sound. She reminded me a lot of Alicia Keys, not only because she also plays the piano, but because of her stage presence. In between songs she joked around and really let her sweet personality show, this to be honest made me like her even more.
Laura’s album is schedule for release in 2009. Stay tuned folks, I think she will be one to watch!
Neyo put on a great performance at the Hennessy Artistry Finale held at NYC’s Gotham Hall. Leona Lewis and Fabolous also performed at the 3rd annual event. Hennessy hosted the Annual Hennessy Artistry Finale with the following guests in attendance: Usher, Keri Hilson, Cedric the Entertainer, Richie Rich, Stephon Marbury, Anthony Anderson, Chrisette Michelle, Dawn Richards, Dennis Rodman, DJ Clue, Fabolous, Miri Ben Ari, and former Danity Kane member Aubrey O’Day.
The Hennessy Artistry concert is a series of six private shows which kicked off in LA on September 17th, 2008.
