As we get ready to watch Barack accept his nonimation tonight, we’re reminded that there’s always “Pros & Cons” to every great story. Check this out by BET News, co-produced by our frolaborator Catherine Rogers!
LOCKED OUT: EX-CONS & THE VOTE
premieres FRIDAY AT 11:30P with an encore SUNDAY AT 1:30P
Tune-in to find out why millions of Black people will not be able to participate in this year’s election.
BET News takes an investigative look at disenfranchisement policies that have marginalized an estimated 5.3 million American citizens. Although some debate exists as to whether there remains racist intent in our country’s criminal justice practices, there is no question that certain policies adversely affect the Black community more than any other group in America.
In recognition of Black Music Month, Apple is putting a twist on its regular iTunes Live concerts held at their stores across the country and will host a variety of musical events featuring African American artists.
Highlights of the line ups include: (check the Apple website for full list)
Posted on May 14th, 2008 by visionist. Categories: DC.
For all my folks in Chocolate city. Come check out DC’s top 10 producers battle it out tonite. Hosted by Pete Rocks bro Grap Luva (INI) and our folks DJ Underdog on the one & two’s .
Once again it’s on. The Tru Skool “Beat Grinder Championship” :
Ten producers battle it out for the Beat Grinder crown.
One producer goes home as king.
Hosted by: Grap Luva
Dj’s: Damu the Fudgemonk and Underdog the DJ
Performing: Y.U. & Insight
Supported by: LRG, EA Sports, Frank 151, DJ Hut, MAJOR, and Fusicology of course!
Event Information:
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
18+
cover: $7.00
music: Hip Hop
Posted on May 7th, 2008 by jelizen. Categories: DC, Music.
Ok - I had to do this. Listening to The Roots “Rising Up” (really loud in my car) has had me FEEEEEEENING for some Go-Go!!!! I am a DC girl, you know?!! So, thank goodness for YouTube & gogoradio. I got a lil fix to hold me down til I find my way back across the country to some hole in the wall DC club, who knows when, and FEEL this like its supposed to be felt!!
Backyard Band @ 930 Club
(The Junkyard Band: The Word - produced by Rick Rubin!)
Shouts out to Chuck Brown, Junkyard band, EU, backyard band, rare essence, dj kool - and thanks to the people for sharing on youtube. I know there’s more out there so get those VHS tapes out and figure it out!!! I need some more!!
Rare Essence - Do You Know What time it is? - Classic!!
