Saturday, December 26, 2009

My First Runway Show Photos


After scouring the internet for hours I finally tracked down some runway photos for the Andrew Christian fashion show I did at the Bienestar charity event back in November. In case you didn't know I was really blind without my glasses but it was really fun and hopefully it will lead to more runways.

Thanks to ASJ Photography for sending me the pics!

ASJ Photography on Model Mayhem

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Strictly Social w/ Afta-1 - January 20, 2010






Nu-Soul Magazine & Soul Union return in 2010 for a whole new year of STRICTLY SOCIAL - An Evening of Eclectic Soul Fusion!

Strictly Social takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at LA's charming Little Temple, continuing the legacy of the the renowned Temple Bar, by featuring a carefully selected showcase of artists and DJs that reflect the Nu-Soul sound. This monthly event always features the hottest artists pushing the boundaries of soul and a vibe that is truly unique.

Join us on Wednesday January 20, 2010 for our first event of the year!

Featuring Live Performances by:

AFTA-1 featuring Nikko Gray



You can find AFTA-1 eight hours in the future. He’s sitting on a supernova, shooting down Pluto moons with love; then running back and laying the track in your lap. Brush the moon dust off your clothes and plug in your speakers for a shape-shifting, time-collapsing, body-breaking, heart-merging experience.

With an amazing debut titled Aftathoughts Vol. 1 already under his belt along with impressive remixes of Esthero, Little Dragon, and Jessie Boykins, as well as the ravenously downloaded LOVE IS REAL mixtape series in circulation, Afta-1 is set to blow your mind with his intergalactic beats and ethereal vibes.

Read the review of Aftathoughts Vol. 1
www.afta1.com
Download FREE Afta-1 tracks
Download LOVE IS REAL VOLUMES 1-4




A new artist on the block, Nikko Gray has nevertheless been making a name for herself with her sexy vocals and penchant for progressive beats. She blew minds in 2009 by tackling Aaliyah's classic "4-Page Letter" with Afta-1 on the beats. Be prepared for her debut performance with Afta-1 only at Strictly Social.

www.myspace.com/nikkogray
Download "4-Page Letter" by Afta-1 & Nikko Gray HERE



DARRIUS WILLRICH



Seattle based singer/songwriter Darrius Willrich fuses together jazz, hip hop, soul, electronica and R&B into his own unique sound. Mixing his natural abilities with a bachelor’s degree in Jazz piano Willrich cites inspiration from such varied influences as Stevie Wonder and Prince.

www.myspace.com/darriuswillrich

Our residents DJ Destroyer & DJ Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop, and electronic beats all night!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic Connection
www.myspace.com/atlanticconnection

$5 presale tickets HERE or RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com for $5 entry before 10:30pm
Only $10 otherwise!!!

Strictly Social
Wednesday January 20, 2010
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029

www.littletemple.com
www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Additional promotional support by Fusicology, Universal Rhythm, and The Mint Collective.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

MY ass has been published in Kurt R. Brown's MAN Vol 2.

My image has been published in photographer extraordinaire Kurt R. Brown's new book Man Vol. 2. I am very excited to be featured in such an amazing and beautiful book. It is definitely worth your hard earned dollars.

Purchase the book HERE

Tuesday, December 08, 2009

On the set of Melrose Place



So I have a small part in an episode of Melrose Place. I am playing the DJ at a party that takes place in the Melrose Place courtyard. Pretty neat. Not sure when the episode airs but I have been on set for three days so far with one more day to go. I want to get a pic on the set but here is one from the wardrobe room with my outfit that I wore.

I so far have one really cool crane shot that ends with me spinning records (pretending) on the second floor of the apartment building (its an indoor set). Can't wait to see!

Wednesday, December 02, 2009

Rock Jamaica @ Kress Dec 5 - Free b4 10:30pm



Rock Jamaica is back at the Kress in Hollywood this Saturday night, December 5. Album giveaways provided by VP Records!



Get in FREE before 10:30pm by dropping Nu-Soul or NORMAN'S name at the door. Admission is $20 after 10:30pm.


Rock Jamaica brings that sexy reggae vibe to Hollywood like no one else. Interested in getting bottle service? Contact us at events@nu-soulmag.com and we'll get you sorted!


EARLY ARRIVAL IS SUGGESTED!


THE KRESS UNDERGROUND NIGHTCLUB

Nightclub and Restaurant (No Rooftop Access)

GENERAL ADMISSION $20 PER PERSON AFTER 10:30PM

20% SERVICE CHARGE & Tax added to all packages


PACKAGE 1

2 BOTTLES OF MARANI VODKA

1 BOTTLE OF CHANDON CHAMPAGNE

10 GUESTS

$450

Per Person Cost = $58.38


PACKAGE 2

1 BOTTLE OF GREY GOOSE VODKA

2 BOTTLES OF CHANDON CHAMPAGNE

12 GUESTS

$600

Per Person Cost = $64.88


PACKAGE 3

1 BOTTLE OF GREY GOOSE VODKA

1 BOTTLE OF PATRON TEQUILA

1 BOTTLE OF CHANDON CHAMPAGNE

15 GUESTS

$800

Per Person Cost = $69.20

Monday, November 30, 2009

Strictly Dancefloor - A Strictly Social Dance Party - Thursday Dec 10, 2009

Nu-Soul Magazine, Jenn Laskey, and RK Entertainment present

STRICTLY DANCEFLOOR
A Strictly Social Dance Party

Thursday December 10, 2009

Come experience the Strictly Social/Nu-Soul vibe, stripped down for the dancefloor. No performances, just the best in sexy progressive soul, R&B and hip-hop beats for your booty!

Featuring seductive selections by:

DJ Destroyer (Strictly Social/ Little Temple)
DJ 7 (RK Entertainment)
Beat Ventriloquists ( Red Light)

Admission is FREE
21+
9pm-2am
Early Arrival is suggested. Limited capacity

This special event will be held in the modern speakeasy Winston's. This unique venue has the intimate feel of a 1920s lounge and is the perfect setting for the sexy goodness that our DJs will provide.

Winston's
7746 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

nu-soulmag.com
redlightspecialevents.com
rkentertainmentgroup.com

Monday, November 23, 2009

Rihanna - Rated R review

Rihanna does the unthinkable and creates a dark and moody album that has her working with drum&bass producers Chase & Status on some dubstep-flavored tracks!

Friday, November 20, 2009

Backstage at the Andrew Christian Fashion show

I walked in my first runway show last night. The show was for Bienestar, which is an organization that raises money for Latinos with Aids. I walked in the Andrew Christian portion of the show wearing some skimpy little underwear with a bunch of other guys. I was the only black guy in my group so I definitely stood out when I went out on the stage. Enjoy these few backstage pics and I will post some runway shots and video when I get them.

Strictly Social w/ Jazzy, Trizonna Album release - Dec 16, 2009

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday December 16, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

JAZZY


www.myspace.com/jazzjeff

TRIZONNA MCCLENDON Familiar Album Release Party


www.myspace.com/trizonnamcclendon

KARTWRIGHT


www.myspace.com/benkartwright

Special Guest DJ
KIILU GRAND
www.myspace.com/kiilugrand

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic Connection

www.myspace.com/atlanticconnection

$5 presale tickets HERE or RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com for $5 entry all night
Only $8 otherwise!!!

Strictly Social
Wednesday December 16, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Bounce Rock Soul hosted by JimiJames - Friday October 4, 2009


New Name ~ New Location ~ New Soul


Bounce Rock Soul has added even more
spice to our already hot and sexy progressive soul night.

This month we
are celebrating the release of

Stax Recording Artist ANGIE STONE’s new release UNEXPECTED

with a special LP listening party from 9:30P-10:30P.


Then resident djs Destroyer, 7, Loslito and special guest hosts JimiJames and friends

will keep the party bouncing with a selection of R&B, electro soul,
classics, and organic hip-hop that never fails to pack the dancefloor!

www.myspace.com/rahrahgirl


Friday, December 4th

9PM-2AM (early arrival suggested)


Seven Bar Lounge

555 W. 7th. Street Los Angeles, CA 90034

Valet parking is available on Grand Ave. at 7th street

www.7restaurantbar.com/


NO COVER w/rsvp@bouncerockskate.com

plus you will automatically be entered in the drawing to win Angie Stone’s new cd, must be present to win.


Dress Fresh: no baggies, hoodies or sports apparel



For birthdays~bottle service email: eventinfo@bouncerockskate.com


$400 (2) Bottles of: - 1 for $250

Ciroc or Absolute Vodka


$500 (2) Bottles of: - 1 for $300

Grey Goose or Patron Silver


$600 (2) Bottles of: - 1 for $350

Kettle One or Belvedere Vodka

Anthony Valadez review


Artist: Antony Valadez
Title: Audio/Visual
Genre: Nu-jazz/Electronica/Soul
Read the review

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

An Evening with the PornStars


Blackballed 7 was being filmed in LA this past weekend and I ran into the cast at the Abbey. I already know Eddie Diaz but it was cool to finally meet Race Cooper who I have known online for years back when he had dreads too. Sorry for the shitty cell phone pics.

Thursday, November 05, 2009

Broke As F**k w/ Simply Jeff - Nov 25, 2009



Nu-Soul Magazine presents BROKE AS F**K at the Blu Monkey Bar &
Lounge for a special Thanksgiving Eve edition on Wednesday November 25,
2009.


Give Thanks for the BASS and join us for a journey into the sounds
of bootyshaking breakbeat, bass, ghettotech, dubstep, and electro that
is sure to keep your ass planted on the dancefloor!


There is no work or school the next day so get your cardio in before you stuff your face!


Featuring Block Rockin' Sets by:


West Coast Legend

SIMPLY JEFF

Spinning an exclusive ALL-BREAKBEAT SET!

www.myspace.com/simplyjeff


WHITE ON RICE DIVAS (W.O.R.D.)

Featuring

BETTY BOOM

EVA

ATHENA

NATTIE

ALIKAT

JULZ on the mic


Admission is totally FREE! Give Thanks!


21+ w/ID

9pm-2am


There will be drink specials and CD giveaways


This event will take place at:


Blu Monkey Bar & Lounge

5521 Hollywood Blvd - At Hollywood & Western

Enter through alley on Western

Wednesday, November 04, 2009

Halloween 2009


Another Halloween is in the books and this one was definitely crazy. It fell on a Saturday so there was lots to do. I dressed up as White Gold from those crazy milk commercials.

Check out White Gold

I began my night wandering the streets of West Hollywood with some 500, 000 or so costumed freaks! Including friends such as photographers Kurt R. Brown, Steven Blank, Gregory Prescott and Jerris Madison and model Max Philisaire. Then it was off to downtown to catch Jody Watley, Vikter Duplaix and DJ Rashida. Prince rolled through that party which was quite exciting. Then off to Erin's house for the after-after party till the sun came up. My friend Jayvon (in the red shorts) stole my costume from last year but I couldn't help staring at his ass most of the night. I decided to post it for your enjoyment. LOL

Till next Halloween!!!!





Tuesday, November 03, 2009

Letoya - Lady Love review

My review of Lady Love by Letoya.

Artist: Letoya
Title: Lady Love
Genre: Soul/R&B/Pop
Read the review

Friday, October 23, 2009

My first article for Bleu Magazine


Hooray! My first published article in Bleu Magazine is here. I wrote a cool piece on Barcelona for the travel section and I also am featured as a contributor near the front of the book.

Read and subscribe HERE

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Strictly Social w/ Yolanda Johnson & Jamal - Wed Nov 18, 2009





Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday November 18, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

YOLANDA JOHNSON



Read the Nu-Soul review of Yolanda Johnson's Breathing
www.myspace.com/yolandajohnson

JAMAL



www.myspace.com/malskimusic

SLAKAH THE BEATCHILD



www.myspace.com/slakahthebeatchild

ANTHONY VALADEZ W/ WENDISUE (Audio/Visual Album Release Party)



www.myspace.com/anthonyvaladez

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic Connection

$5 before 10:30pm with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Strictly Social November
Must be received by 6pm night of show
Only $10 otherwise!!!
$5 presale tickets available at Groovetickets.com HERE

Strictly Social
Wednesday November 18, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Yolanda Johnson - Breathing review


Artist: Yolanda Johnson
Title: Breathing
Genre: Soul/Electronica/Nu-jazz
Read the review

Monday, October 19, 2009

Shoot with URfoto in San Francisco

While in San Francisco recently, I shot with Anchi of URfoto Studio. He is a really sweet guy and we took some awesome photos. Here is the first one I got back.

URfoto Studio on Model Mayhem

Download: Yolanda Johnson



In honor of Yolanda Johnson's upcoming performance at Nu-Soul Magazine monthly Strictly Social event, we've got a FREE DOWNLOAD of the single "Strut" from Ms. Johnson's new album Breathing. Check the single, buy the album, then come see Yolanda Johnson at Strictly Social on November 18!


Download HERE



Purchase Breathing at Itunes Yolanda Johnson - Breathing

Yolanda Johnson on myspace

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Nu-Soul Presents Jody Watley Live This Halloween in LA!



Nu-Soul Magazine has got the perfect Halloween party for you! Join us on Saturday October 31, 2009 for a special Halloween night performance from Grammy diva Jody Watley!

She’s an innovative music maker, a style-forging pioneer: since the mid-90s, Grammy-winning multi-talented Jody Watley has led the way as an entrepreneur working in the independent music world as one of the few already-established female best-selling artists to produce, create and own her recordings. With an amazing 32 Top Ten Singles and 13 No. 1 Singles in the R&B, pop and dance music genres over the past three decades – including such classics as “Looking For A New Love” and “Don’t You Want Me” Jody Watley has made an indelible mark on music.

www.myspace.com/jodywatley


Purchase Jody Watley's latest release The Makeover featuring King Britt, 4Hero, and Mark de Clive-Lowe on production HERE
Jody Watley - The Makeover

This event will take place in Downtown LA at the Church, a true centerpiece of underground LA. This magnificent 2-story indoor/outdoor venue has the feel of the massive loft parties of yesterday and is the perfect spot to party till 4am on Halloween!

DJs Vikter Duplaix (Grammy nominee) & Rashida (Prince's DJ) alongside special guests will be bringing that sexy mix of soul, funk, disco, and house all night

Admission for this special event is $40
$20 with an rsvp to events@nu-soulmag.com
All rsvps must be received by 7pm the night of show
This is a Halloween party so COME IN COSTUME OR COME WITH $40

Halloween Heat w/ Jody Watley LIVE
Saturday October 31, 2009
10pm-4am
21+

The Church
606 E 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90021
Off Crocker Street 1 block east of San Pedro

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

McClain Sullivan Interview



Meet McClain Sullivan, a Southern belle with the voice of an old soul. Fresh off her mesmerizing performance at Nu-Soul Magazine’s Strictly Social, the lovely Ms. Sullivan is ready to drop her eclectic EP My Machine. Bouncing from drum & bass to deep house to neo-soul to folk pop, but anchored by gritty jazz vocals, the EP is a solid introduction to the enchanting world of McClain Sullivan, a wonderful place you just may never want to leave. Check out the Nu-Soul interview with this rising star, download the exclusive track "Too Late", and enjoy the footage from her performance at Strictly Social!

Read the interview


Download HERE

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