::EXCLUSIVE::: Diamonds in the RAW
Diamonds In The Raw is a new book about the development of the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia)Music Movement from the past to the present. Diamonds In The Raw will be in area bookstores early next week, but you can get a copy now by sending me an e-mail (dcsupersid@aol.com or diamondsintheraw@hotmail.com). I will also be at the Howard Univ. Homecoming this weekend with copies of the book for sale.
Here are a few quotes from Diamonds In The Raw:
"Fat Rodney was like B.I.G. before B.I.G. was B.I.G." - Chucky Thompson
"Freestyle Union has made my standards so high. I have traveled all over the world. I have yet to witness that many masterful freestylers in one space." - Toni Blackman
"We were one of the first bands with a more hard driving beat. Raw Image laid the foundation for the Bounce Beat." - Big Sixx
"The Breakdown is the beat the Backyard Band made popular. It's basically the same beat from "Work The Walls" - DK (The Unseen Band)
"I will challenge any band, even The Roots and other mainstream groups - let's go toe-to-toe with all original material and we'll come out on top." - Whop (aka Wisdom Speaks)
"The DMV got started at 'The Spot' (on Marlboro Pike) - it's what we call 'The Realist' of DC today." - DJ Jaymo
"Payola is supposed to be illegal but everyone in DC's underground knows what the deal is." - Hitmaka
"I know payola is real because I've taken it." - Paul Porter (former DJ on WKYS and WHUR)
"Tru Skool was a weekly event where MC's came to be an MC." - Flex Mathews
"I had gained a following in New Orleans. If you look at the cover of my album, you don't have to be genius to figure out where Lil' Wayne got his style from." - Black Indian
Diamonds In The Raw also features interviews and commentary from:
DC Scorpio, Stinky Dink, Nonchalant, DJ Red Alert (from NYC), Section 8 Mob, Poem-Cees, Skinny Corleone, Tony Blunt, The Oy Boyz, DJ Kool, Judah, 20 Bello, Carty Yeah, Go-Go Michelle, Tabi Bonney, Chucky Thompson, Kokayi, Toni Blackman, Head-Roc, Storm the Unpredictable, Whitefolkz, Dre "All Day In The Paint", Brother Maniac, Kingpen Slim, DJ Jaymo, DJ Heat, Black Indian, Likeblood, Lyriciss, Hitmaka, Whop (Wisdom Speaks), X.O., Pro Verb, Young Sleep, Raheem DeVaughn, and many more.
Here are a few quotes from Diamonds In The Raw:
"Fat Rodney was like B.I.G. before B.I.G. was B.I.G." - Chucky Thompson
"Freestyle Union has made my standards so high. I have traveled all over the world. I have yet to witness that many masterful freestylers in one space." - Toni Blackman
"We were one of the first bands with a more hard driving beat. Raw Image laid the foundation for the Bounce Beat." - Big Sixx
"The Breakdown is the beat the Backyard Band made popular. It's basically the same beat from "Work The Walls" - DK (The Unseen Band)
"I will challenge any band, even The Roots and other mainstream groups - let's go toe-to-toe with all original material and we'll come out on top." - Whop (aka Wisdom Speaks)
"The DMV got started at 'The Spot' (on Marlboro Pike) - it's what we call 'The Realist' of DC today." - DJ Jaymo
"Payola is supposed to be illegal but everyone in DC's underground knows what the deal is." - Hitmaka
"I know payola is real because I've taken it." - Paul Porter (former DJ on WKYS and WHUR)
"Tru Skool was a weekly event where MC's came to be an MC." - Flex Mathews
"I had gained a following in New Orleans. If you look at the cover of my album, you don't have to be genius to figure out where Lil' Wayne got his style from." - Black Indian
Diamonds In The Raw also features interviews and commentary from:
DC Scorpio, Stinky Dink, Nonchalant, DJ Red Alert (from NYC), Section 8 Mob, Poem-Cees, Skinny Corleone, Tony Blunt, The Oy Boyz, DJ Kool, Judah, 20 Bello, Carty Yeah, Go-Go Michelle, Tabi Bonney, Chucky Thompson, Kokayi, Toni Blackman, Head-Roc, Storm the Unpredictable, Whitefolkz, Dre "All Day In The Paint", Brother Maniac, Kingpen Slim, DJ Jaymo, DJ Heat, Black Indian, Likeblood, Lyriciss, Hitmaka, Whop (Wisdom Speaks), X.O., Pro Verb, Young Sleep, Raheem DeVaughn, and many more.
10-30-09 Talent Night @ Annies Art Gallery
If you missed it Last Month well here is your chance to find out what everybody has been talking about!! Come out and get your weekend started with some GreatEntertainment!! with some Good People!! There will be light refreshments served with an open bar yes I said it an open bar for only $10!!! DJ Chris Risby will be spinning your favorite tunes!! But That's not it!! This month we will be featuring Da Movement Poetz!! Trust me you don't want to miss it!! This event is the definition ofsexy!! See you there!!!! Starts @ 7pm-11:00pm October 30th Annie's Art Gallery 5814 Allentown Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20748 JUSME AKA Mr. Straight To The Point www.myspace.com/ My Alter-Ego Jusme coming soon..... |
10-28-09 Halloween @ The Reserve
x. Wed Oct. 28th 2009
x. the Reserve Wine Bar & Lounge
[DC's Newest Upscale Venue]
x. 1426 L St. NW
x. Complimentary Admission All Night w. RSVP
x. DJ Soundtraxx
x. Upscale attitude and attire required
Miss the "classic lounge?" A cozy intimate atmosphere where you can enjoy the company of beautiful people, adult conversation over cocktails, decadent meals, and great music?
The Reserve, a modern wine bar and lounge, is the newest addition to the
D.C. nightlife. With three floors of contemporary lounge space, which boasts
mahogany hardwood floors, exposed finished brick, and marble table tops,
The Reserve will bring back the ultimate lounge experience D.C. has been missing.
For dinner reservations contact: 202-570-2238 or reservations@reserveonL.com
The Reserve, a modern wine bar and lounge, is the newest addition to the
D.C. nightlife. With three floors of contemporary lounge space, which boasts
mahogany hardwood floors, exposed finished brick, and marble table tops,
The Reserve will bring back the ultimate lounge experience D.C. has been missing.
For dinner reservations contact: 202-570-2238 or reservations@reserveonL.com
10-29-09 Sy Smith @ Ben's Next Door
Who’s Next? Tuesday’s at Next Door.
a new weekly event starting Oct.6th
D.C. Premiere venue for Independent artists to meet new fans, share and sell their music, bless fans through performance and gain exposure.
We at Next Door want to introduce you to Great Music. The real music from independent artists that don’t get played mainstream radio, that have more talent and spirit than most of the artists whose songs get played every 20 minutes on the radio, who are real role models and mentors. Come meet the artists that should be huge, hear their music, buy a signed CD. Help make the next star at Next Door.
Oct.6th = V.Rich
Oct.13th= Chinah Blac
wed.Oct.21st= Jon Bibbs
thursday.Oct.29th= Sy Smith
a new weekly event starting Oct.6th
D.C. Premiere venue for Independent artists to meet new fans, share and sell their music, bless fans through performance and gain exposure.
We at Next Door want to introduce you to Great Music. The real music from independent artists that don’t get played mainstream radio, that have more talent and spirit than most of the artists whose songs get played every 20 minutes on the radio, who are real role models and mentors. Come meet the artists that should be huge, hear their music, buy a signed CD. Help make the next star at Next Door.
Oct.6th = V.Rich
Oct.13th= Chinah Blac
wed.Oct.21st= Jon Bibbs
thursday.Oct.29th= Sy Smith
| Start Time: | Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 7:35pm |
| Location: | Bens Next Door |
| Street: | 1211 U st. NW |
| City/Town: | Washington, DC |
10-26-09 Luv Lounge @ Evolve
RACISM IN SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT IS RACISM STILL AS BIG IN HOLLYWOOD AND SPORTS AS IT USED TO BE? ARE BLACK ACTRESSES GETTING THE SHORT END OF THE STICK? HAS THE BLACK ATHLETE BECOME MORE ACCOUNTABLE? SHOULD RUSH LIMBAUGH BE ALLOWED TO BECOME PRO TEAM OWNER? One Luv... | |
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