LTJ Bukem Interview

LTJ Bukem is an iconic figure in drum & bass for many reasons. With his landmark album Logical Progression, Bukem broadened the scope of drum & bass, infusing it with jazz, soul, techno, and ambient sounds, widening its audience and gaining a loyal fanbase that has remained intact for well over a decade.

Read the interview by Norman Mayers

BET Awards Pre-Party Friday June 26

Nu-Soul Magazine & Red Light Special Events is proud to present this very special BET AWARDS Pre-Party in conjunction with Artists Plug In and Tesla Motors

ELECTRIC

Friday June 26, 2009

This special event is in support of Tesla Motors efforts to make the world a greener place. By allowing high profile individuals a chance to arrive at the BET Awards in one of their luxurious electric cars, Tesla Motors is at the forefront of the green revolution. Nu-Soul & RedLight want to honor their efforts with this star-studded event in the heart of Hollywood.

We will be honoring 2009 BET Humanitarian Recipient
WYCLEF JEAN

With a special performance from
FONZWORTH BENTLEY
In support of his upcoming single "Greener" featuring Anthony Hamilton

Hosted by
RAZ-B of B2K

Music by Nu-Soul's Resident DJ Destroyer & Mike Palmieri

Doors open at 9:30pm
Open Vodka Bar 9:30 - 10:30
Early Arrival is Suggested!
RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com for complimentary admission before 11pm on the Nu-Soul list
Email Norman Mayers at norman@nu-soulmag.com for VIP, press, and celebrity list considerations

This event will take place at:

HALO
1743 N Caheunga Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028

nu-soulmag.com
redlightspecialevents.com
teslamotors.com

Black Eyed Peas review

The Black Eyed Peas drop one of the biggest albums of the summer. Read my review

Artist: Black Eyed Peas
Title: The E.N.D.
Genre: Hip-hop/Electronica/Pop
Read the review

Deborah Jordan review

Artist: Deborah Jordan
Title: The Light
Genre: Soul/Electronica/Broken Beat
Read the review

Norman the Nomad drawn by Belasco!

I had the honor of being drawn by one of my favorite artists, Belasco, a few months ago. Belasco is an illustrator known for erotic comics depicting Black gay characters. Think Bishop from X-men with a hardon and you get the idea. Basically he just did some figure drawings but I was really excited for the opportunity.

For all the drawings: Click here

Pride 2009

LA Pride 2009 was a pretty crazy time! I got to hang out with a bunch of friends and to my surprise wound up on a float for the whole parade route. It was fun seeing all the black girls get excited when they saw a dreaded brotha in the parade. I guess we were underrepresented. Hopefully there will be more pics to come!

Strictly Social presents Choklate - Wed. July 17

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday July 15, 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:

CHOKLATE (with full band)

This Seattle-based songstress, who writes all her own music, has already taken the breath away from many listeners around the world. Choklate infuses her sultry alto voice with hard, progressive beats and very real lyrics—sparking many different kinds of emotions. “All of the music that I make is from my soul,” Choklate genuinely confirms. With her second album, To Whom It May Concern, Choklate continues to make progressive soul that speaks with truth.

Read the Choklate interview
Read the To Whom It May Concern review
www.myspace.com/listen2chok

ELLE B

www.myspace.com/mselleb

MCCLAIN SULLIVAN

www.myspace.com/mcclainsullivan

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 drum&bass hosted by Jayvon & Atlantic Connection

Admission is $10
$5 before 10:30 with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Strictly Social July
Must be received by 6pm night of show
Get your presales for $5

Strictly Social
Wednesday April 15, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Flyer design by myxmedia (myxmedia@gmail.com)

Another shot by Radiance

I got another cool shot from Radiance today. Check it out!

New modeling shot by Radiance

It's been awhile since I posted a new modeling shot. Thanks to up and coming photographer Radiance!

Win A Chance To Meet Erykah Badu in LA - June 5

Due to the overwhelming response to our contest to see Erykah Badu in Anaheim, we have another great contest for you. Act Fast on this one!

Erykah will be performing this Friday June 5, 2009 at LA's newest concert venue, Club Nokia and we have a special prize for one lucky winner!

Prize includes:

- a pair of tickets with access to the VIP lounge
- a SIGNED CD from Erykah Badu
- a "meet and greet" with Erykah Badu at the show

To win just send an email with your full legal name, email address, and phone number to info@nu-soulmag.com with the subject BADU CONTEST by 5pm on Thursday June 4, 2009.
A winner will be notified by 6pm on June 4.

Please do not call the venue to ask about the legitimacy of the contest. We hear about these calls.

Choklate - To Whom It May Concern review

Artist: Choklate
Title: To Whom It May Concern
Genre: Soul/Hip-Hop
Read the review