Events

Lil B “Angels Exodus” LP Listening Session (Photos & Video)

Revlon Run/Walk For Women
The 13th Annual Entertainment Industry Foundation Revlon Run/Walk For Women at Times Square kick off this morning. The event centered around cancer and the need to create even more awareness which takes the lives of far too many each year.On the surface, supporting any foundation attempting to fight cancer sounds good. This was definitely a motivational and inspirational event. There were women there who were battling cancer, survived cancer and the family and friends of those who have lost their lives to the disease. Notable names included Dr. Oz, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Lilly Tartikoff, Jesse Martin, Trey Songz and Halle Berry were in attendance.

Women On The Move Comes To Time Square

Without sounding to cliche’, in the music business, it’s all about knowing the right person. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the “Women On The Move” – Sunday School “Your Network = Your Net Worth” seminar held at the Times Square Arts Center off 42nd Street. As women gain more and more momentum in the industry, it is important to attend events like this to give you a sense motivation and perception of the movement. The panel was simply a who’s who for women making strides in the current day.Cherry Martinez – Cherry is known as a premiere voice on Power 105.1. She actually boasts the top position in her time slot with the intriguing “Sexy In The City” (10pm-2am) allows her listens to express their sexual and sensual sides.Mariel Concepcion – Concepcion is one of the leading figures behind one of the most respected publications in the country. As editor for “Billboard” Magazine, Mariel is one of the main taste-makers for music and journalism.K. Foxx – Miss Foxx is one of the more recognizable voices on New York’s storied Hot 97 radio station. You can catch her on “The Morning Show” with Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.Dee Vasquez – She is truly a woman on the move. Aside from pulling duties at Hot 97, Vasquez can also be found on Shade 45 and Fuse TV. You can catch her on Twitter @DeeVasquez.Karina Pasian – Artist, Def Jam Records. This young singer/pianist is no stranger to the big stage. In 2007, she performed at the White House for “Black History Month.”

Emerald-Angel Young – The beautiful young actress who recently starred in the thriller, “Law Abiding Citizen.” Also look for her in the upcoming film, “An Invisible Sign of My Own.”

Karen Civil, Cherry Martinez, Karina Pasian, Emerald Young, Mariel Concepcion, Dee Vasquez, K. Foxx , Amber RavenalÂ

The event was hosted by the fabolous and immaculate Dee Vasquez and that was just the beginning. This was one of those events that rejuvenate and inspire you to keep moving forward with what you are currently doing. In essence, it was a “breath of fresh air.” These women answered questions on a variety of topics including: how they got their start, outer beauty, struggle and what they have planned for the future.

It’s not often you’ll see such a group of dedicated, beautiful and down to earth women dropping knowledge on the music industry and this was the exact reason why I am so thrilled I attended. As sort of a bonus, there was also a raffle. I even ended up winning a cool gift jewelry set from Laure Luxe. It is metal coture jewelry with pieces donning the same names as various streets in Brooklyn.

Again, I can’t emphasize how important attending this event was. Great speakers, great knowledge and invaluable networking. That’s about everything you can ask for from something similar to this. With that said, credit must be given to the women who were the inspiration and drive behind it all: Amber Ravenal, Princess Lopez, Rosa Daniels and Stephanie Carnegie.

Omarion Live in New Jersey

On Friday night, I was given the chance to host my first event withBig Dawg Pitbull DJ Naim at the Ritz Theatre in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Needless to say, going into the show, I was more than thrilled. However, as the night went on, it became more and more apparent the show would be defined by what didn’t happen as opposed as to what did.For one, the show seemed to lag on forever. Never in life have I seen so many opening acts for one show. Some were decent while others were better off paying for a ticket. After what seems like hours and hours of performances, the homie Fabolous was scheduled to hit stage at 11:30. Or, at least, that’s what I thought. If you’re familiar with anything about performances and venues, you know artists won’t even go near the stage until they’re paid. To make a long story much, much shorter, Fab sent one of his Street Fam cohorts on the stage to let the crowd known Loso wouldn’t be hitting the stage due “promoters playing with his money.” Yeah, so that was that.Enter Omarion. In what was sort of impromptu, the former lead man of B2K went through a 20 minute set performing songs such as “I Get It In” and “Speeding” while making the audience throw their “O’s” in the air. It wasn’t Fab, but it was better than nothing. And it reminded me of the Chris Brown performance from a few months ago, probably because of the dancing.All in all, to say I’m disappointed with the overall lack of management and cohesion with New Jersey events doesn’t do my true feelings justice. As the host, I was embarrassed and it wasn’t even my event. One of these days these “party promoters” will learn how to properly run an event. You heard Jeezy – scared money don’t make no money. Good look trying to convince people to come to your next event.

On a more positive note, I must thank Jiovani for allowing me to rock a stunning one strap black dress and La Petite Blog for styling me for the evening. Also, shout out to the homie Blogxilla who was in attendance as well. Be sure to check out more pictures from the event at djnaim.com.

Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory

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Skateboard extraordinaire and reality starRob Dyrdek keeps churning out entertaining television programming. The former star of MTV’s hit reality show Rob & Big is currently taping the third season of his highly successful Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory. With his cousin rapper Chris “Drama” Pfaff by his side the synopsis of this show involves making everyone’s fantasy come true in one form or another.

Based in sunny California, the factory contains the worlds first ever all-concrete skating plaza as well as a corporate office complex christened ‘Corpo’. Rob had a office built separately for himself as well as a smaller version of his office complex for his cousin Drama. As a gift to Drama, Rob had a recording studio built inside the factory as well and named it “The Hands of God.”

There were several ramps, half pipe, hand rails, ledges, a street snake, and basketball hoops. The show features numerous hysterically funny moments and items such as Rob’s three wheeled motorcycle, inventive basketball shots, and numerous methods of flying into the factory’s foam pit. While this is a close knit working family often celebrity, pro skaters, as well as Internet sensation have taking part in the show’s antics. They include rock group Blink 182, rapper Ludacris, NBA basketball star Carmelo Anthony, motor-sports competitor Travis Pastrana and many others.

Last week Kevin Delaney of Young & Reckless Clothing Brand invited me to the Fantasy Factory and you know I couldn’t pass up the chance!

Robin Thicke Listening Session

Few days ago Hennessy Black presented the Robin Thicke listening session for his new album “Sex Therapy’ being released December 15th. With each passing day, the anticipation to Thicke’s new LP continues to grow. As with every other release nowadays, leaked tracks have allowed eager fans to give themselves an unofficial preview of the album. The recently leaked collaboration with Jay-Z, “Meiple’”, has been making its round on the internet and likely will be later used as a single. It was Hov, however, who gave Rob a recommendation for his new single, “Shakin’ It For Daddy.”“It was Jay’s idea,” Thicke said about how Nicki Minaj came to be on “Shakin’ It 4 Daddy.”
“We were in the studio, and I played him the whole album. He was like, ‘You should get Nicki Minaj on that. She’s got that voice. She’s got that swag.’ So I leaned over and was like, ‘Somebody get Nicki Minaj on the phone! Jay-Z said so!’ Next thing you know, we called Nicki. She was excited. But once we told her it was Jay-Z’s idea to get her on the track, she started screaming on the phone. She was all excited. She’s a super, super talent. I can’t wait to do a video with Nicki. There’s a power in her. It’s not just that she’s sexy and that’s the only way she can get you to like her. She’s got charm — not just sex. Some women may use sex to get what they want; others have charm. She’s got charm.”
With Jay on the old-school feeling track and Minaj on the leading single, it is Thicke‘s sensual anthem, “Sex Therapy”, which has been receiving the most recognition. The record showcases the singer over slow, melodic beat harmonizing about all things sexual. It’s really one of those tracks you have to hear for yourself. I wouldn’t do it justice attempting to describe the feel of the record.As an additional reminder, be on the look for guest appearances by Snoop, The Game and KiD CuDi as well on the LP.