Omar on Michael Jackson’s Death

As MJ’s 1 year is soon approaching, I asked Uk Soulful artist, Omar, his view on the passing of MJ, and how it affected him.

Stay tuned for the video exclusive!

There’s Nothing Like This – Omar

Graffiti 6 – Review

Last week I was filming some stuff at the LGCC new studio, and as we were leaving a handsome stud caught my eye! The lead singer of band Graffiti 6, Jamie! I checked out there music and see these guys blowing up! With an Indie, Folk sound, all about the GROOVE! Exciting!!!!

Check them out! Full review coming soon!!!

http://www.myspace.com/graffiti6

Death at A Funeral

In desperate need of good film, me and four of my brothers decided to pay a visit to the cinema! Arriving at Purley Way Cinema to find an array of people queuing, lines reaching as far as the Nando’s, to see Noel Clarkes, 4,3,2,1! Stand up UK cinema! With long queue’s we decided to watch a film that would keep everyones moods in tact!
We decided to watch Death at a Funeral. A film featuring Martin Lawrence, Chris Rock and Regina Hall. The remake to its first feature (which was not so successful) proved to be a real crowd pleaser.

Innovative and hard-hitting punch lines, the film is the best comedy I have seen in a while. A simple plot which follows a family at a funeral, as stories unfold about the deceased and his undercover life.
With supporting stories from other members of the surrounding family, it was a real tear jerking, belly moving, ball of fun film! Not your typical black comedy, the film crosses boundaries and had everyone in the crowd laughing as the film unravels a series of hysterical jokes. For all the black cinema loves, A real hit and a definite must see!

So ranks in at an AMAZING 5***** STRAWBERRIES!!!

Check out the trailer

SWITCH!

He wasn’t good enough for me, but he’s good enough for you? It was only this week I was with my girlfriend, browsing the West End, when we started to banter about men. I informed her about a poppas dude that tried to woo me, who had much charm and whit, but his character was just a bit too controlling for me! He had everything from money to a coinciding career aims as myself, but his controlling nature and ‘I have money’ attitude, didn’t quite cut it for me!
Although to some women, (who in my eyes are shallow) will cling to a guy who has money, to get the most out of it, from free meals, cars to even all expensive paid holidays ( I have encountered a few). I simply don’t need a man to do any of the above for me. If I want to go on holiday, or eat at a nice hotel, I will work hard to pay my way.

On a few occasions, he used this method on me, and quite rightly apologized after I ignored his array of text messages, conning me into a job most women, within the media field would die for, to excuse his controlling nature.

So this rendezvous tiff soon came to an end, but for most women, you’d expect this to be a turn off, but for my girlfriend, she was rather interested. It had nothing to do with money (Solely). But she liked the fact he was controlling, wore skinny fits and used to model for Models1, she said, he would be the right kind of man for her, because she needs a man to control her????

ALARM BELLS! Well, if I don’t see him fit enough for me, why the hell would he be fit enough for you? This is the question! I personally cannot understand why any woman would want a controlling man, it goes beyond me. Relationships should be an equal partnership, with the man leading and woman supporting. Control and leadership are two different things, that are meant to blend subtly into each other, not one outweighing the other!

So my question and dilemma now, is do I hook them up! In my right mind, and current mental state! I say no! But I’m interested to know your views!

LOL!

xoxo

Playlist – Jazmine Sullivan – Switch

Tenny Ten – Artist Review ‘SWAGGNIFICENT’

Introducing Tenny Ten, a new urban UK artist from the streets of Wolverhamption, Mr.Tenny Tenn is soon to be opening up for the likes of Mr.Hudson, June 15th in Brighton. His new single comes out on June 20th 2010 entitled ‘Swagganificent’ and keeps us excited for up and coming releases to come! An elliptic summer jam, it has a fresh sound, with a catchy hook.
The track talks about having ‘Swagga’, and with positive lyrics throughout, Tenny Ten brings a pop meets R’N’B vibe to the track. His accent may catch you slightly off guard, but unlike Tinchy, Chipmunk and Wiley, it definately sets him apart.
A club friendly track, ‘Swaggnificent’ has the potential to be a number one hit’! So check it out!

Rating: 4 Strawberrys ****

Check OUT TENNY TEN @ http://www.tennyten.com

Written by Stephane Alexandre

Check out Tenny’s New Video ‘Swaggnificent’

Why did I get Married too?

Both inspirational and creative, Atlanta’s writer and director Tyler Perry has not failed to deliver once again. Actor/ Writer and Director, Tyler has taken the church to the cinema, and not only that, he has given black cinema an established platform throughout the world.
His heart is always transparent in his productions and we now see his film ‘Why did I get married too?’ premiered in America on Friday 2nd April. A sequel to ‘Why did I get married’. The film stars Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, Richard T. Jones, Michael Jai White and Tyler himself amougnst of other leading actors. The film embodies the journey of marriage.

Bringing the heart of God into every play, film or even sit-com, we see a dynamic and breath taking performance from Janet Jackson.
It was June 2009 when she lost her brother, world wide superstar and icon, Michael Jackson. His passing came at a time when the world least expected it, at a time when Janet was still in pre-production of the film. In an interview with Oprah we see how she struggles, overcomes and how above all she channeled her emotions into this heart-wrenching performance. Both teary and emotional, this interview again gives us in the UK a brief taster of what to expect once this film comes over here.

A great come back from Tyler, with efforts to hit mainstream audiences, in ‘Why did I get married too?’ we see less references to Christianity and swearing, I guess this was in efforts to reach a wider audience. The ending was the films greatest downfall, ending literally in a car crash, with some issues left open and unexplained to the audience.
With some unexpected endings and introductions, we await to see if there will be a third follow on, that may close the open doors.

The film still touches and covers a range of home hitting issues, unlike many Hollywood blockbusters, Tyler has brought real life to the cinema, and we await his next feature, which sounds all so juicy!

Rating 4 Strawberrys ****

Trailer for Why Did I Get Married Too?

Back In the DAYZzzz

Ahmad said it so nicely….Back in the days when I was young I’m not a anymore, but somedays I sit and wish I was a kid…..Right guys, you know in life, sometimes it’s just great to kick back and remember the good old days! I was surfing YouTube for disco hits and bamb! I came across some good old Disco classic’s. I’m take Kool & the Gang, Three Degree’s…you name it and I thought, lets check out some of the soaps and children series I liked growing up!
And here it is…The blog which requires your vote! Below are links to some of the greatest television series of all time. Choose your favorite and kick back and enjoy!
One on One
Sister
Moesha
The Parkers
Half & Half
The Fresh Prince of Bel Air
The Proud Family
Smart Guy
Taina

Josiah: My Godson

My Godson Josiah is a big man in a small 2 year old body. This little man is of Ghanian and Jamaican decent!
During his mothers pregnancy we shared a lot of precious moments, deciding his name, methods to help her loose pain and laughed at the times the only exercise she could do was walking up and down stairs and her franticly bouncing on her exercise ball!
2 years now and Josiah is healthy, smart and whitty. Here are some images I took of them when they visited me at a photo-shoot session I had!

My First Night at The BAFTA’s 2010

Well…It wouldn’t be right if I didn’t blog this night, so here it is…the low down at my night at the BAFTA awards 2010!
It started off at 10.30am when I had to arrive at the Royal Opera House. I entered and got given my ‘ALL ACCESS’ pass with my horrendous head-shot on it and sat with the other chaperones waiting for direction. I was the only black girl and was feeling a tad bit shy! We got sent to our room and where given a layout of the entire event, from guests seating to the personal we would be looking after. I had Peter Capaldi an animator from Britain, others had Wild Things star Matt Dillan, Uma Thurman and others had Twilight stars Kristen Stewart and yes ladies Robert Pattinson! I was happy enough to be there and was the new girl whilst the rest had much experience chaperoning at the BAFTAs. They were all alot older than myself and you could see knew exactly what was going on, so I was quiet for the first few hours, bb’ing away to my cousins.

So we then went to dress rehearsal, they told us we would be autoqueing the person we were chaperoning so wouldn’t require there text. This was for Johnathan Ross to get a run through, along with the sound guys. During the rehearsal he Mr.Ross walked up to me and asked me who I was looking after and I showed him Peter’s picture, he said he looks just like you! So it was my turn to grace the stage at the Royal Opera House and although I was just a prop I wasn’t nervous at all, I was ready to go out and read Peters text well. So here it is, I arrive on stage, all set to read and BAMB! My glasses are in my bag and I CAN NOT SEE A THING! The only black girl, I looked like I was either blind or dyslexic and left feeling like a total moose!

All the same it was time for lunch and I went up to the canteen and started talking to the others, some from the BBC, Telegraph all types of media establishments and I sat there thinking again I am not qualified, but as a child of God you are an exception to the rule.

So it was time to get ready and I discovered a bathroom full of light and overshadowing Covent Garden with great view. I snuck up there, put my ipod playlist on Jasmine Sulivans ‘Dream Big’ and got made over. The day before my lil bro Maro found me a dress from Miss Selfridge, plain and black so after getting dolled up, I was ready to go.
We were lined up on the stairs of the Royal Opera House and awaited our guest. The red carpet had started and the producers would call the names of our guest and we would go and get them, and here it was, the star began to trickle in. Noel Clarke, Lee Daniels, Robert Pattinson, Universal Pictures executives all the big boys in the film world.

I was called for Peter and there he was with his daughter and my mind went totally blank. I remembered to take them to the champagne reception and had no idea how to get them back to there seats or anything but I blagged in. The champagne reception was filled with all the stars networking, catching up and arranging holidays together. I was in a room with such greatness and was admiring the view.
The show was about to start and Peter his daughter Cillily wanted the loo, I saw another chaperone with Matt Dillon and waited for her and followed her into the ROH.

The show had began and it was time to kick back, relax and enjoy the show. We got given chocolate and waited for our que to collect our guest to go on stage! Through out the night I sat in wonder, Uma Thurman, Prince Charles, Gabby Sidible, Kate Winslet all seated in a room, all living the dream I want for myself and I was sat in wonder looking at the lit stage, full of accomplished and many talented creatives.

The night ended and I spoke with everyone I thought I needed to, at this stage my adopted little brother James Campayne was outside waiting for me. He had seen everyone from James Camron to Uma waiting at the stage door and was full of stories to tell me. I then saw a friend, Bennet McPhee who’s film was up for nomination ‘ An Education’. I met him when I was 14 at my work experience at Universal and have stayed in contact since, but had no idea how well he had done as a director. I looked up to him and the rest of the guys I met during the work experience. Adam Randall and Fatima. They opened so many doors for me when I was there so it was great to catch up with him!

The stars were put in there Audi’s and driven to the hotel to have dinner and then the after party would commence. James and I made our way over, and although James was dressed as a runner we were determined this was going to be a night to remember. My pass somehow allowed him to follow me inside. A remarkable experience, we called the rents and they told us we deserved to be there and should enjoy every last minute, network and enjoy!

And we did just that. It was so soreal. It was just so unreal! Walking past these ‘stars’, talking to them, dancing with them and it felt so right! Some made promises and others made jokes, just it was a night I will never forget and I give God all the praise and glory for ordering our steps into a night I pray will be life changing!

And there you have it! My night at the BAFTA’s!

Love 2 Haiti Campaign

Here are some images I took in the studio for a photo campaign for Haiti….

LOVE2HAITI