Scene Stealers: It's The Little Things...

Video Song: "I Need a Girl " - Trey Songs

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Hey Guys!,

AHHHHH! Ok so we were having some difficulties the last couple of weeks, but nonetheless we are BACK! We just officially became the Beauty & Fashion Editors for Urban Latino Magazine. So if there are any products you would like for us to test out, just e-mail us Nyscenestealers@gmail.com =)

We attended Lady Blogga's book signing/website showcase! The event was on Tuesday, April 12th, Lady Blogga celebrated her new project at the PNC studios. Mixologist, Kit was there serving complimentary “tha Lady Blogga” cocktails! For those who don’t know who Lady Blogga is, let me introduce you…

With the Lady of the hour, LADY BLOGGA!

Lady Blogga (Tamika Frye) is known as a woman who speaks her mind! She is a published author and contributing writer to the following sites: Da Designated Hata, Hip Hop Is Cool Again and Global Grind. Her website “Lady Blogga Says” is a very hip site where you can get all the latest urban gossip, information on rising stars and love/life advice. Her book, The Little Things We Learn in Life, is a three book series. The first one Matters of the Heart, is about what everyone deals with, RELATIONSHIPS. I have always been a fan of relationship topics. I believe we all go through similar stages in life and it helps us become who we are. We allow these "relationships" to affect us in a personal, physical & emotional level, which can be a positive or negative experience.

I couldn’t wait to read the book. I thought it was great. It’s a fictional/eye-opener/self-help type of book (I prefer books like this). Each chapter in the book describes different cases/scenarios that happen in relationships. The fictional stories touch upon topics like marriage, mistresses, dating the athlete/rapper, unfaithfulness...and much more...of course there are a couple of stories that do give me hope for love lol. I found myself in a couple of chapters and I know someone for almost each situation. Lady Blogga's style of writing is so visual, that I couldn't put the book down. Not to mention the steamy sex episodes she describes ::bbm wiping the sweat off face:: ... I'm telling you go get the book! you will learn a thing or two... Click here for purchase. Its worth the read.

Her celebration included performances from featured “Lady Blogga Says” artists: G-Swagg, Eric Sosa, Madeleine Twyman, spoken word artist J. Sharelle and Warren Britt. Music was provided by Mr. Famous “the Franchise."

The next day I went to Maná’s in-store CD signing at J&R (Park Row). I love Maná! They are like the Latin “Rolling Stones”. They have been around for YEARS. It all started in the 80’s in the Mexican city of Guadalajara, when a group of ambitious teenagers with a bongo started a band called Sombrero Verde. The band began by playing covers from the groups they admired (Beatles, Stones, Led Zeppelin and The Police). They eventually wrote their own rock in SPANISH.

In the year I was born (1986) the group changed there name to Maná! The name Maná was chosen because of the significance it has in the Polynesian language: “Positive Energy.” Almost 25 years later they are still a hot commodity! Their new album DRAMA Y LUZ (Drama & Light) is pretty self-explanatory. It captures the good and the bad, love and pain, defeat and revenge, fear and hope. You can hear the passion and dedication within each delivery of the song.

The first single is “Lluvia al Corazon” (Rain to the Heart). It is such a passionate song about hope. When things don’t seem right all you have to do is see the best in things. The rain will wash away all the negativity and suffering from any wounds. Don't lose faith it's all about staying “MANA” (Optimistic).

Check out the video above (it just so happens to be my song of the week)

'Til next time!

xo, Samantha

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What's up!

Samantha pretty much covered everything that we did this past week...besides all various projects we've attached ourselves to. We're definitely keeping super busy.

So while Samantha gave you a little something for your intellectual side, with Lady Blogga's book, The Little Things We Learn in Life...I'm going to give you some dopeness for your eardrums...courtesy of the featured "Lady Blogga Says" artists, who all gave awesome performances at Lady Blogga's book release.

Madeleine Twyman

First up was the unconventional Madeleine Twyman. Madeleine is the new definition of female authenticity. Madeleine has tremendous love for poetry and dance, which is evident throughout her performance (She travels with troupe of ballerinas, dancehall queens and pop dancers). She mentored under reggae musician Donny Marshall and with Sidney Mills of the Grammy winning band Steel Pulse. She delivers a captivating blend of singing, rapping and dance with a rebellious and empowering, every in your face experience. Checkout one of her performances at Sullivan Hall a few weeks ago, here.

G-Swagg

G-Swagg was born in South Carolina but raised in Far Rockaway, Queens. To G-Swagg, music is both an outlet (to become successful) and his personal platform to ventilate on some of the unfortunate actualities he has encountered growing up on the Beach 40th Street Publci Housing Projects. He is undoubtedly blessed with exceptional songwriting skills, lyrical brilliance and a sharp outlook on life, the streets, love, the future and the music business. He is the CEO of his own independent entertainment company, Fam Click Entertainment, this young African American and Italian artist is definitely building up his brand. You definitely should checkout his latest track, "Last Hope."

J. Sharelle

J. Sharelle was next to mix it up a bit. She is a Brooklyn bred poet and song writer with a B.A. in Sociology from Long Island University. Since, 2005 she's been honing her spoken word skills throughout New York City at various events. J. Sharelle's writings embark on love and life...and definitely take you on an emotional rollercoaster. Her words speak the truth and expose emotions that transcend her NYC background. Checkout her performance at LIU of "Lights Please" this past fall, here.

Eric Sosa

Friend to Urban Latino, Eric Sosa performed next. The young MC has virtually mastered the art of rhetoric and epitomizes lyrical confidence with skill and range that many artists today have not mastered. He's virtually taken over the NYC underground scene blessing the stage at various venues, including Santos Party House, Crash Mansion and Public Assembly. He released his first mixtape, Let the Pete Rock in 2007...and followed up with the release of his series, Rhyme & Noodles: No Artificial Flavoring (two volumes so far). In both releases, he displays his natural lyrical abilities maintaining a classic hip hop sound while also giveing glimpses into the future of hip hop with his versatility intertwining his sounds with a dash of Rock, Techno and Reggae. Click here to listen to one of my favorite tracks, "Celebrate."

Warren Britt

Lastly, was Warren Britt. Warren Britt started off writing poetry while still in elementary. He gradually picked u the art of hip hop, drawing inspiration from artists such as LL Cool J, A Tribe Called Quest and more. The Brooklyn native has set his goals on taking on the world’s imagination and giving the people fun, by balancing it out with raw imagery and great energy that is needed in these trying times through the power of music. If you like artists like The Roots, Motion City Soundtrack or Gym Class Heroes...you'll definitely rock out to Warren Britt. Be sure to listen to his track, "In The City."

Hope you enjoyed all this "new flava in your ear." Can't wait to see what this crop of young talent do next.

Song of the week: "She Ain't You" - Chris Brown

xo, Jessica

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