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Tyler Connects with Mary J

Mary J. Blige, who by the way has 8 platinum/multi-platinum albums, 9 grammys, and 2 sold-out national tours under her belt (plus she is currently working on a new album) has been chosen to play along side...
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A King of One's Self

T.I. has officially launched his new clothing line and website. You can purchase items online at http://akooclothingbrand.com.To get a feel for the clothing, here are a few items for sale:Grand Stamp T-Shirt =...
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"Stimulus" Scams You Need To Watch Out For!

According to Money.com, here are several scams you need to watch out for during these economic times. -Stimulus grant scams. Since the $787 billion stimulus bill became law in February, dozens of websites have...
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Auditions are smooth sailing…

Here's a great opportunity for some talented individual who may need a job and a vacation both at the same time.Royal Caribbean cruise lines are holding auditions in various cities around the U.S.. If you can...
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Diddy Settles Suit w/Louis Vuitton

Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Warner Music Group were sued recently by fashion mega-house, Louis Vuitton. A settlement deal between the two parties was reached on Thursday. No information has been released as to...
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Jill Scott is on the Prowl

Singer and actress Jill Scott will be on the prowl as the leading lady in a new six-episode series set to premiere on HBO. The series, “The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency”, is based on Alexander McCall...
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Mike Tyson Makes Another Debut

Check out the trailer below of champion boxer Mike Tyson’s documentary titled “Tyson".The documentary was first screened in 2008 at the Cannes Film Festival and will hit U.S theaters in April. “Tyson”...
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New vending machine spits out free samples

Ladies and gentlemen, instead of hitting up the department stores for free samples, you may get the opportunity to do just that at your local train station or airport. The Boobox, which is still in...
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iPhone processes credit card payments

The iPhone is one cell phone that has too many applications. Not saying that there isn't a purpose to have each application. But come on now...how many trendy programs can one phone have on it! Well, here's...
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T.I. speaks w/Bronx boys and girls

Photo by: Terrence Jennings, PhotographerT.I. recently visited The Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club in the Bronx, where he spoke to at-risk youth about the importance of staying in school and avoiding the mistakes...
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Teachers receives support from Obama

President Barack Obama recently expressed his concerns with the American school system, its educators, and the dropout rate during a talk with the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. While education reform was...
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Want to buy Vick's pad?

Today, an auction was held in Atlanta for the sale of former Falcon's player, Michael Vick. Vick's eight bedroom home was being auctioned off as part of his bankruptcy case. The home is being sold for $3.2...
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The New Housewife of Atlanta

If you’ve been curious about Bravo’s pick as to who would replace DeShawn Snow, wife of former NBA player Eric Snow, on the hit show The Real Housewives of Atlanta, according to Entertainment Weekly, the...
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T.O is on his way to Buffalo

With the recent news of wide receiver Terrell Owens’ release from the Dallas Cowboys, many have been wondering where good ole T.O. will go. Well wonder no more!FOXSports.com has reported that T.O. has agreed...
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Andre 3000's 'Class of 3000'

The theater adaptation of Outkast's Andre 3000 will begin this weekend at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. “Class of 3000” is as Atlanta-centric as Benjamin, whose childhood at one point straddled the...
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When eating Doritos goes wrong…

In ATL news, four young burglars in a gang called the "Hit Squad" were snatched up by the APD after the police ran a fingerprint left on a bag of Doritos chips. The seven thugs, aging from 22 to 23 years old,...
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Tupac 'Live 2 Tell'

Back in '95, when Tupac Shakur was locked away in prison, he wrote a screenplay called "Live 2 Tell". The screenplay, owned by Insomnia Productions, is scheduled for a 2010 release. Synopsis: A charismatic...
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Common Makes More Cents!!!

By JandaWho said Hip Hop was dead? If you let me tell it, it’s ALIVE and ALL over the freaking place. Just take a look around...TV commercials, sporting events, video games, even in the church. Next up we...
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Michael Vick is Going Home

According to sources, Michael Vick is going home to finish the remainder of his 23-month sentence for his role in a dog-fighting operation. Vick was originally scheduled to be transferred to a halfway house in...
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NEWBO's: The New Black Overclass

CNBC premiered a new series entitled "NEWBOs: The Rise of America's New Black Overclass". The documentary-type series aired Feb. 26 at 9pm on CNBC. The New Black Overclass, aka NEWBOs, is the subject of my...
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Power Moves: Black Women in Flight

By BelsPer an email I received in my box today... Our African-American women continue to demonstrate professionalism,intelligence and unlimited potential as they contribute to our overall struggle for...
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King of King Boxing Showdown

A few weeks ago, Silverback Entertainment announced a big Atlanta fight card for their upcoming debut event, the "King of King Boxing Showdown". Thanks to Renee Harris over at Silverback, STACKS Magazine got...
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5,4,3,2,1…'Preacher's Kid'

Back in October 2008, they began filming the movie 'Preacher's Kid' here in Atlanta. The Warner Bros. film, written and directed by Stan Foster, stars R&B singers Tank and Letoya Luckett. The film also...