Dr. DrE's SoN pRoNoUnCeD dEaD

The son of a rap dynasty Andre Young Jr., was found unresponsive in his bed by his mother in their home in Woodland Hills, California, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner's office.

The young adolescent is the son of rapper/producer Dr. Dre, who allegedly was out with his friends on a Friday night but didn't wake up Saturday morning. Andre Young Jr., was pronounced dead at the scene. 

An autopsy is being conducted and the cause of death is still pending. A statement released by Dr. Dre's spokeswoman stated, "Dr. Dre is mourning the loss of his son Andre Young Jr. Please respect his family's privacy at this time."

Prayers to the family.

2008 LA

JuLiUs "ShOnUfF" cArRy DiEs At 56

Actor Julius Carry has died August 19, 2008.  

All 80's babies should remember the legendary classic film 'The Last Dragon', starring Julius Carry as the infamous villain "ShoNuff".  

In the film, Carry would yell his infamous line "who's the master!" 

Carry also starred in TV shows such as, The Jefferson's, Family Matters, and Jag. Julius Carry had complications with pancreatic cancer and was the ripe age of 56 years old.

My condolences to the Carry family. 

2008 LA

RaPpEr Da BrAt GeTs 3 YeArS iN pRiSoN

Rapper "Da Brat" born Shawntae Harris, was sentenced to 3 years in jail by the Superior Court Judge in Atlanta this week. 

Allegedly, Ms. Harris had an argument with a waitress one year ago at Club 72, which lead to the Hip Hop rapper hitting the waitress in the head with a rum bottle.

The waitress whose also a former Hawks cheerleader, received permanent scarring from the incident and had to be hospitalized. The SoSo Def artist must serve a 3 year sentence, 7 years probation, and 200 hours of community service; sheesh, talk about learning your lesson.

2008 LA

IsAaC hAyEs DeAd At 65

We've lost another legend! What is going on?!

Yesterday, comedian/actor Bernie Mac died and today Grammy award winning singer/actor Isaac Hayes, has died as well. Hayes was 65 years old and was found laying dead near his treadmill. He resided in Memphis, Tennessee, with family members.

Remembering this feeling, it's the same feeling I had when other legends died: Bernie Mac, Ray Charles, Gregory Hines, Luther Vandross, and Barry White.

Here's to hoping that life brings forth new breeds of Luther Vandross', Ray Charles', Barry Whites', Bernie Macs', and Isaac Hayes'; the world needs more artists like these men.

Mr. Hayes, thank you for your great music and entertaining characters in film and television. You'll be greatly missed. My condolences to the Hayes family.

No details released yet regarding the cause of death.

2008 LA

BeRnIe MaC dEaD aT 50

When first hearing of B-Mac falling ill due to pneumonia, my initial thoughts were "uh oh, I hope he gets better." 

And I went on with life assuming that he would, until yesterday it was reported that Bernie Mac, undeniably one of the funniest men of all time -- had died. All I could do was be silent. 

Reminiscing back to the first time I laid eyes on the tall chocolate brother; he had on stone washed jeans, a colorful shirt, and when Bernie graced the stage of 'Def Comedy Jam' he yelled out, "KICK IT! YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND! I AIN'T SCARED OF YOU MTF'S!" 

The newbie to the spotlight had my attention ever since. Bernie's last public appearance was at a fundraiser for Democratic presidential candidate, Barack Obama. 

B-Mac, you were audaciously talented and touched the hearts of so many people -- including mine. You will forever be missed and my condolences go out to the Mac family.

2008 LA

ShOoT-oUt DuRiNg SoSo DeF sUmMeRfEsT wEeKeNd

Club Dream was on the radar for Friday night, but after a shoot out happened at the night spot -- it has permanently been taken off my radar. 

Rapper/producer Jermaine Dupri gave a party last Friday night in Atlanta, when gun shots rang out. Allegedly, rapper P. Diddy, actors Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, and singer Usher among others, hurried to exit the building.

Apparently, Club Dream began double charging party goers for access to the VIP section, and when the scandal was discovered people weren't necessarily happy about it and as a result, an unidentified man shot his gun in the air wounding a security guard. 

How much were people overcharged?  

Two days prior to the scheduled event, I called Club Dream and inquired about VIP pricing to which I was told two thousand. So if people were being double charged, were they being charged four instead of two thousand? Yes, I would've been angry if I were cheated out of money, but not to the point of shooting up the club.  

How did the gun get into the club anyway? I thought security was tight at this spot?  

Now that I know Club Dream doesn't check for weaponry, my chances of ever hanging out there are slim to none.

2008 LA

Dj "K-sWiFt "DiEs In TrAgIc PoOl AcCiDeNt

Khia "K-Swift" Edgerton, was a popular Baltimore DJ who made history as being the first woman in the country to coordinate a mix show for Radio One 92 Q Jams.

While hosting a party at her home Edgerton jumped into her pool, but didn't immediately resurface for a long time. As she was pulled out of the water she lay unconscious with a fractured neck. An emergency crew was notified as party guests waited aside to learn the final results; the final results being the young DJ's death.

K-Swift owned her own graphics and production company, and was a member of  "Murda Mami's" -- a female DJ squad.

A tragic ending to a beautiful life, K-Swift, rest in peace.

2008 LA

RaPpEr NaS pRoTeStS oUtSiDe FoX NeWs

In New York City yesterday veteran rapper Nas, took to the streets to protest outside the Fox News building -- along with the organization called 'Color of Change'.

The Hip Hop lyricists' new song titled "Sly Fox", speaks of the lies and rumors often reported by Fox News, and caught the attention of this particular organization who retained more than 600 thousand signatures -- in a plea to remove the propaganda machine from the airwaves.


Bill O'Reilly, host of the "O'Reilly Factor" on Fox News, stated that Nas was causing commotion as a way to trigger record sells and publicity for his new album. 

As a person that has followed the "One Mic" rapper, I can attest that the young brotha's lyrics have always been political in nature; giving way to history lessons for our youth. Nas constantly educates the people with his words within his music, rapping about slavery, Africa, and the US government -- all you have to do is listen.

Nas' stand against Fox News is certainly not a gimmick. Him taking a stand against hateful rhetoric, means taking a stand for us all.

So thank you Nas, for your bravery and strength.

2008 LA