Source: Agence France Presse / Getty Martin Luther King Jr.’s 90th birthday is this year and we want to make sure you are prepared to celebrate it with class, dignity and honor. Here are all the events going on in Atlanta, plus ways you can serve on MLK Day, Jan 21st, 2019. ( For volunteer opportunities, call (404) 979-2820.) Jan 19th-21st – City Of Decatur – Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project – Home Repair and Maintenance (Click here to Volunteer) Jan 20th – Hands on Atlanta – Sunday Supper Jan 21st – Hands On Atlanta – This volunteer group will serve in service projects all over the city. Click here for locations Jan 21st 9am-12pm – Panola Mountain State Park MLK Day of Service (CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO) Jan 21st 10am – MLK DAY Commemorative Service at Ebenezer Baptist Church Jan 21st 11am – 3pm – City of East Point – MLK Jr. Day Of Service (Click here to register) Jan 21st 11am-4:30pm – Marcus Jewish Community Center, The Packaged Good (CLICK HERE TO RSVP) Jan 21st 1pm – Georgia Alliance for Social Justice – Martin Luther King Jr. March and Rally (Click here for March & Rally Routes) CLICK HERE FOR MORE EVENTS IN ATLANTA
Source: New York Daily News Archive / Getty Dame Dash Says He Didn’t Support Jay-Z & R. Kelly’s “Best Of Both Worlds” Because R. Kelly Upset Aaliyah Dame Dash doesn’t f–ck with R. Kelly! The music business mogul sat down with Kenyatta “The Hip Hop Motivator”, explaining why he never supported Kelly and it’s because Aaliyah was so shook after their relationship, she shut down talking about him. Dame says, like some of the women on “Surviving R. Kelly”, it was hard for Aaliyah to talk, but she did say that Kelly was a “bad dude.” At the 10:00 mark, Dame also said he never supported Jay-Z and R. Kelly’s collaborative tape after learning about Kelly’s child porn sex tape. He even went as far as taking his name off the project under Roc-a-fella at the time. Instead, he shared his cut with Aaliyah’s breast cancer organization. It was a whole mess, but Jay-Z still moved forward… “I watched some of it yesterday, and as a human I was tight. There was a girl and when she was trying to talk about it, she couldn’t. And I remember Aaliyah trying to talk about it and she couldn’t. She would just leave it at that dude was a bad man. I’ve been tight about this sh*t for years.” Hit play to listen.
We prefer Ian Somerhalder’s sweet tributes to his wife to watching him flip out and make bizarre claims. This is disappointing. He took to Instagram to post a lengthy rant after he claims that he was grocery-shamed for buying vegetables. Ian doesn’t hold back, and lays into everything from prepackaged foods to medicine itself, calling it all poison . Ian Somerhalder shared a photo of him with a tremendous amount of vegetables alongside a lengthy rant. “I hope I don’t come off as an ass…” Ian begins his post. As you are about to see, he unfortunately does. “A woman just stopped me in the grocery store,” Ian claims. “And told me that she had never seen a basket like mine.” Okay, first of all, it really sounds like she was hitting on him, but he interpreted her meaning as being about his literal grocery basket. “I told her that I have never NOT seen this type of basket in my grocery-shopping behavior,” Ian writes. “A few others chimed in saying that it was a very strange sight!” he says. “WTF? A strange sight?” It’s not weird that it’s a strange sight. It’s weird that people had the audacity to comment. “I’m in a grocery store,” Ian says. “It’s food. It got me thinking and really fired up…” “I hear in the news constantly … healthcare costs, drug companies, and doctors and what rising costs do to our society, our lives and our economy,” he says. “I know our system isn’t great,” he acknowledges. This is where his okay post gets really, really bad. “Yet, the public poisons itself daily with bad food choices,” he says. Yeah — he’s one of those people who seems to think that lifestyle choices like food and exercise are behind most illnesses. They are not. “Food is medicine and medicine is food,” he asserts. “It’s a fact.” No? They’re both chemicals that can impact your body, but they are not interchangeable. “If we want to see our healthcare system changed, be a healthier society,” he instructs. “And it will.” Nope. Cancer will still exist no matter how many plants people force themselves to eat. “How does that sound? Logical right?” he asks. “I don’t mean to sound like a dick- or preachy but this is nuts:” “How is it, that grown professional people in a major American city have never seen a grocery basket full of normal & healthy foods?” he asks. Ian says that his food choices are those “that just all happen to be green or not processed.” The answer is that most people buy a little from each department instead of spending their entire shopping trip among the greens. “We’re so far down the rabbit hole of packaged and ‘convenient’ foods that our society is paying the price,” he claims. “And so is our future.” “No one in our government is helping us be healthier through education,” he writes. This is when Ian takes things a step further … and thinks that the existence of convenient food isn’t out of market demand, but because of a conspiracy. “Why would they?” Ian asks. “Sick people are GREAT for business…” “It’s pretty simple:If you want to look well, feel well and BE well- just eat well,” he writes. Can’t wait to give that helpful advice to folks with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome! “Obviously excersise as well,” Ian adds. “As much as you can.Everything else will start to fall into place.” And before people point out that he’s rich and can afford expensive foods and the time to prepare them, he makes a note. “My mom raised me on no money & mostly as a single parent,” Ian writes. “Yet, she still ate well & exercised and it shaped my life.” “We make excuses why we can’t find the time to take care of ourselves and we end up past the point of no return… Why is that?” he asks. He continues: “How is it that we can’t see that:Happy and healthy people make a happy and healthy world.” “It’s hard to see that through a fog of prescription drugs, energy drinks, & strong sleep aids,” he claims. Energy drinks aren’t great for you, but prescription drugs save lives every day. And not everybody can fall asleep easily, dude. “It’s hard I know,” he says condescendingly. “But its time to change.” “You wouldn’t put the wrong gas in your car,” he asserts. “So why would you put wrong food in your body?” Of all of the possible responses to that line, pehraps the best would be questioning why he gets to decide what’s wrong for someone else’s body. “We MUST take responsibility for what we put into our bodies starting now,” Ian claims. “We can do it.Ok. I’ll stop. Thanks” First of all, some doubt the credulity of his alleged encounter at the grocery store. Personally, I believe that someone commented. His basket looks like he visited a plant nursery, not a grocery store, and some people are rude enough to comment. Obviously, no one should be shamed, whether they’re buying a dozen frozen pizzas or what looks to be a miniature forest. Unfortunately, instead of making his post about his choices being his business, he made it about them being the right choices. And Ian thinks that everyone else should do exactly what he does. He compares prescription medications to poison and suggests that everyone will be healthy if they just eat leafy greens. In addition to pseudo-science, he ultimately ends up being the grocery-shamer, implying that people who eat convenient foods are destroying themselves and the world. His food is his business. Everyone else’s food is theirs. The same goes with their health and what medicines they take. Being ridiculously handsome isn’t an excuse to be a huge jerk to people.
This morning, our large adult president, Donald Trump, took to Twitter to share the news that ISIS has been defeated in Syria. This is obviously BS, as the terrorist group claimed credit for an attack in Raqqa just ten minutes before Trump’s announcement, but still — the optimistic assessment must have come as welcome news to one of the internet’s most prominent bearded weirdos. In case you’re unfamiliar, Twitter founder and CEO Jack Dorsey is what would happen if someone took Mark Zuckerberg’s obliviousness to Nazis and mashed it together with Russell Brand’s performative spirituality. As you can see from his attire, at all times Dorsey is prepared to do DMT with Joe Rogan at a moment’s notice. As far as we know, that consciousness-elevating bro-down has yet to transpire, but Dorsey has spent a lot of time jawing about chakras and sh-t with another one of social media’s favorite weirdos. Even if you’re not familiar with Azealia Banks’ music, you’re probably aware of some of her bizarre celebrity feuds. Most recently, Banks attacked Elon Musk in a bizarre social media tirade, claiming that she witness the Tesla CEO making important business decisions while tripping on acid. At the time, a lot of media outlets cast doubts on Banks’ claims, but perhaps we should give her the benefit of the doubt — as eccentric CEOs really seem to let their guard down around the rapper. Before she was booted off Twitter in 2016, Banks tweeted that Dorsey has “sent me his hair in an envelope because I was supposed to make him an amulet for protection.” On that occasion as well, the claim was widely dismissed, but now — in the Christmas miracle we never knew we needed — it’s been confirmed that Dorsey asked Banks to use her witchcraft to protect him from ISIS: “A source who worked with him told me Dorsey had sent a rapper his beard shavings to make him an amulet that would protect him from evildoers,” Vanity Fair reporter Nicky Bilton wrote in a recent profile of Dorsey. Proving that American journalism is alive, well, and thriving in these difficult times, Spin magazine picked up the ball and ran with it, confirming that the rapper in question was indeed Banks: “At the time, Banks said Dorsey promised to promote her mixtape Slay-Z in exchange for her promoting his cash transfer app Square and her crafting him a magical object that might protect him from ISIS, which had threatened Dorsey in a video earlier that year,” SPIN wrote. “Dorsey never tweeted about the project and presumably never received the amulet.” In other words, Dorsey sought protection from ISIS, didn’t get it, and pissed off a famously short-tempered witch in the process. Not only that, dude shaved his beard for nothing! Without outlandish facial hair, how are people supposed to know he’s a rich a-hole who meditates, and not just some regular rich a-hole?! View Slideshow: Azealia Banks and Her Beefs: Who’s She Shading Now?
A new professional football league apparently spearheaded by former Black players was announced Thursday, amid turmoil in the National Football League over its athletes protesting racism by kneeling during the national anthem. See Also: NFL Makes New Rule That Players Can’t Kneel Against Racism, Or Else Former NFL running back Ricky Williams broke the news about the Freedom Football League on ESPN’s “Outside the Lines.” Approximately 100 “stakeholders,” including 50 former NFL players, are starting the league. The owners include Terrell Owens , Simeon Rice and Mike Alstott , ESPN reported. In describing the mission of the league, Williams hinted that it would permit players to protest. “We’re trying to develop young men. You can’t take away their voice and expect them to develop. … When I grew up watching football, I really wanted to be like Jim Brown , not because of what he did on a field, but because he could take that platform and have a voice. And so, when I got to the NFL, expecting that to be the case, anytime a big social issue came up, we were told, ‘Be quiet. … It’s a distraction.’ And so, really, [we’re] changing the conversation,” he said. BREAKING: Former Pro Bowler Ricky Williams announces new Freedom Football League, founded in part by former NFL players. Teams will be “partly owned by the players, partly owned by the fans, and partly owned by the operators.” pic.twitter.com/sEonBKygr9 — Outside The Lines (@OTLonESPN) December 6, 2018 Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick was the first to take a knee during the national anthem in 2016 to protest racism in the criminal justice system. He started a movement at the expense of his professional football career. In response to the backlash from many fans, the NFL announced in May 2018 a ban on players kneeling during the national anthem, but later suspended enforcement of new rules. It’s not clear how the Freedom Football League will manage that issue. But Williams offered a clue. “The purpose of this league … is about community and the development of players,” Williams stated. “… In thinking about creating this league, I wanted to create a league that I could have stayed in and been comfortable and really thrived. The NFL started a long time ago, and since then a lot of things have changed. And we want to create a league that’s ready for that change and invite some more of it.” The new league is slated to have 10 teams that would play in the spring and summer. It wants to attract high-quality players from college, high school and international leagues—as well as NFL defectors. Funding for the Freedom League would come from private and public sources, which enables fans to become part owners. SEE ALSO: Meet Tammy Kemp, The Black Judge Assigned To Amber Guyger Murder Trial For Killing Botham Jean Rihanna And Colin Kaepernick To Reportedly Team Up For Social Justice Project [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3839112″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Meek Mill has had a rollercoaster year, but he’s finishing 2018 strong. After spending nearly five months in jail, the Philly rapper came out swinging at the law. Joining the conversation surrounding racial disparities in the criminal justice system, Meek has been shedding light on how Black youth are targeted and kept behind bars for extended periods of time. And besides getting politically active , the Wins & Losses lyricist is also killing on the music front, having just dropped his highly anticipated fourth studio album. Possibly his most memorable project to date, Championships boasted incredible features from mentor Jay-Z , rap newcomer Cardi B , Fabolous , and even former rap nemesis Drake . Meek tugged at heartstrings on “Trauma,” Hov made his relationship with Kanye West clear on “What’s Free,” Drizzy and Meek reunited in a moment of brotherly love on “Going Bad” …and that was only the beginning. Listen to the full album here . Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty After releasing the project to rave reviews, Meek hit up Elliott Wilson ‘s CRWN series this week and dished on everything from how Jay-Z’s verse came about to being motivated by Drake’s “Back to Back” diss record and having dinner with Bey and Hov. He also gave advice to the upcoming generation of rappers and discussed using his platform to speak on important issues, plus Kevin Hart coming to visit him in prison. Watch the interview via TIDAL above, plus a few highlights below. On Getting A Hov Feature For Championships “I represent the path that Hov created—a young hustler from Marcy projects that became a billionaire. That’s the sh*t I grew up on and the type of music I grew up on and the things I wanted to be. I spent a piece of my life sipping lean, for a short period of time, popping percs…but that was never my lifestyle…I grew up on being a hustler and flipping money and doubling money and trying to move your family out the hood and being a boss. So, I always wanted that Jay-Z feature. He came through this time. Shoutout to Hov!” On His Favorite Bar In Hov’s Verse “My favorite part is ‘I ain’t got a billion streams, I got a billion dollars.’” On Squashing The Beef With Drake And Coming Together For The Album “A lot of people don’t know me and Drake been contacting each other for a year, but it’s like I’m not with the fake shit. I’m not with the, just try to act like I’m cool with you to do a record. If we fight or you got beef with somebody in the street, you don’t wanna…have a problem with them, and then the next day y’all got y’all arm around each other. It take time—he gotta be ready, I gotta be ready for that sh*t.” Watch the clip up top to hear stories from the rapper about his time in prison, that time Jay Z accidentally played “Back To Back” during a double date with Meek, Nicki Minaj, and Beyoncé , and more. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://globalgrind.cassiuslife.com” id=”4265277″ overlay=”true”]
Source: J.Belle / other Bri Steves is killing the charts with her new single, “Jealously” but we wanted to know just a little bit more about her. DJ Ace kicks it with the songstress to play a little game. A Couple Of Things To Take Away: On what items she cannot do without on the road: “lip gloss, edge control and phone.” Ace wanted to know a little more on how Bri handles her edges, the songstress breaks down the whole process of how to properly get those edges right including using a bandana. Bri also admitted she slid into Drake’s DMs once but not to get with him but to get him to listen to some of her music but she deleted it before he could see it. And a Philly struggle meal is beanies and weenies. Watch the full interview below: RELATED: 2018 BET Hip Hop Awards: Cyphers, Performances And More [RECAP] RELATED: [WATCH] Former Three 6ix Mafia Star Project Pat Puts DJ Ace On Game On How To Get A Super Bag! [ione_media_gallery src=”https://927theblock.com” id=”132508″ overlay=”true”]
Source: WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 26: Rapper Meek Mill attends his ‘Wins And Losses’ album signing at DTLR – Rhode Island Ave on July 26, 2017 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Brian Stukes/Getty Images) Meek Mil l is gearing up for possibly the project of his life. He has confirmed the release of his fourth studio LP. In an interview with Vogue Magazine the Philadelphia MC verifies that he will be dropping a new album before the close of 2018. As per HipHopDX the forthcoming but yet to be titled effort will be released November 30. He touches on the elephant in the room regarding the anticipation. “I’ve been writing myself since I was probably, what, 8 years old. I’ve been doing this a long time, so [there’s] always pressure to be better.” The “1942 Flows” rapper also discussed his case and vows to change the probation system and the severe restrictions that are often applied to minority offenders. “Probation is like, they say, to help rehabilitate you and help you better yourself coming out of prison,” he explained. “In my mind, I never felt like I was f***ed up.” Meek says probation is “trap door that’s gonna keep you in and out of the system. You don’t even have to commit a crime to go back to prison.” He also expressed his concern regarding the poor conditions in prisons which a lot of the time cause inmates to receive incremental time. “I had to f***ing almost turn into a savage myself to even stay alive.” At this time there are no further details on the album. In the meantime you can purchase merchandising bundles on his website . You can read the entire Vogue feature here . Photo: WENN.com
Source: DJ LP / other If you grew up the late 90s, the name Project Pat should ring loud for you. The former Three Six Mafia rapper is back with new music and reveals the secrets on how easy it is to get a bag in the digital age. Take a listen to the some of the best Trap music before T.I. became the King Of Trap. The Latest Music, Celebrities and Interviews : Follow @927theblock [ione_media_gallery src=”https://927theblock.com” id=”131780″ overlay=”true”] The Latest: [WATCH] Former Three 6ix Mafia Star Project Pat Puts DJ Ace On Game On How To Get A Super Bag! Viola Davis Liam Neeson and Michelle Rodriguez Open Up About Police Brutality All The Ways Michelle Obama Has Thrown Shade at Trump Amazon Is Bringing Their New Headquarters To Northern Virginia Free Turkeys Right In Time For Thanksgiving! Reec’s Big Bird Give Away 36th Annual Holiday Can-A-Thon November 30th CNN Sues Donald Trump Over First & Fifth Amendment Rights Gillum Fires Back At Trump’s Fake Election Fraud Claim Jill Scott Breaks The Internet After A Very Interesting Performance [VIDEO] Blac Youngsta “Breathe,” Trina ft. Chief Pound “She Bad” & More | Daily Visuals 11.12.18
Source: Prince Williams / Getty Zaytoven has been putting in work on the music scene since his early days in the Bay Area to becoming one of Atlanta’s most sought-after producers. In a recent interview, the talented keyboardist and beat maker broke down the details of his collaborative effort with Usher in A , working with Gucci Mane and Future, and also giving Quavo the blessing to date close friend and artist Saweetie. Billboard writes: Working at a frenetic pace is nothing new for Zaytoven, as he easily rattles off numerous Atlanta rap titans he’s collaborated with for days at a time honing in on a single project. “That’s how it is when I work with Gucci Mane, Migos or Future and do projects with them. This was about [a month] ago. We literally did the project and got it mixed and mastered within two weeks,” he says. The 38-year-old took it upon himself to inject a certain dose of youthfulness when creating a relevant trap sonic to complement Usher’s signature croon. “It was up to me to bring the youthfulness and the right now sound to the project,” Zay told Billboard. “I’m an R&B guy, but it seems like it’s not getting the looks it used to. It’s up to me and other producers like me to make the music for these new R&B guys.” On the Billboard 200 chart dated Oct. 27, “A” debuted at No. 31. Even prior to the Let the Trap Say Amen producer beginning his latest musical endeavor, he received a surprise call from burgeoning Bay area artist Saweetie, who he considers to be basically family, as someone he’s witness grow since she was just a little girl. These days, the “ICY GRL” rapper is now all but confirmed to be dating Quavo in her first high-profile relationship. Check out the full interview with Zaytoven here . — Photo: Getty
