If you don’t know Beth Ditto, take note. She is one music artist definitely worth your time. For the past decade, Ditto (born Mary Beth Patterson) has been the outspoken, energetic, powerhouse vocalist of indie-rock band Gossip. This month, she released her debut solo EP, simply titled Beth Ditto – EP. The four track release [...]
Brian Hurst: Definitely Not Stereotypical
by Tanjuria Willis on April 7, 2011 in Entertainment
On Saturdays from 6pm-9pm The Hurst Selection-From London to America brings forth a global cornucopia of music that is the most interesting and eclectic blend of soul and jazz on the planet. Brian Hurst is the 46 year old, London based mastermind behind The Hurst Selection-London to America. As he aptly states, “America’s fastest growing [...]
5th Annual Fine Art + Fashion: A Benefit for the National Black Arts Festival
by Tia T. Jakes on April 6, 2011 in Entertainment
Over 500 of Atlanta’s style mavens, taste makers and notables converged upon Neiman Marcus to experience the National Black Arts Festival’s, ‘”Fine Art + Fashion event.” This dazzling evening of beautiful art and couture fashions was sponsored by Neiman Marcus. Author, Radio and Television personality and comedian Steve Harvey was the host for the evening [...]
Lilith Fair – Gone Too Soon or Not Soon Enough?
by Minka Wiggins on March 29, 2011 in Entertainment
Recently, singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan announced that she is disbanding Lilith Fair, the female-centric, traveling music festival she co-founded in the mid-90s. In its infancy, Lilith Fair was a phenomenal concept, showcasing female solo musicians and female-led bands. The tour grew bigger and better each year, boasting some of the biggest names in music, such as [...]
Be On the Lookout: New Music Releases for April
by Minka Wiggins on March 29, 2011 in Connect Extra, Entertainment
The month of April means spring is in the air, taxes are due and the pollen count indiscriminately wrecks havoc on our lives. But, April will also be the month a lot of great new music will be released from notable legends to up-and-coming pop acts.
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