YEBies Presents: A Night At The Cotton Club 2

First off, sorry for the lack of updates. The transition to a new site is a whole lot harder than I ever thought it would be. Thanks for bearing with me.

Ok back to reason of this post.  It's Back!!!!!! This February 11th, we will be having our 2nd annual black history month event. This year's affair will take place at Zeba Bar in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Northwest, Washington DC. Staying true to what we do here at YEBies, we honor our past with this night that brings the different scenes of DC together to party, socialize, and network. There will be live performances from the singer/song writer Camari Drew and an eclectic mix of music from DJ Spicoli on the 1s and 2s. There will be several raffles going on as we also try to raise money for Louder Than Words Foundation. Last year we had a great turnout and were able to raise enough money to support several scholarships.

Click the flyer below for the event link

Summary

Who : Yebies.com

What: A Night At The Cotton Club 2

When: February 11, 2012 (10PM - 3AM)

Where: Zeba Bar, 3423 14th St NW, Washington DC 20010

Why: To unite our supporters from the DMV and neighboring cities around an evening full of drinking, dancing, and music. Also to raise brand awareness of YEBies as we prepare to re-launch our new website and raise money for the non-profit Louder Than Words Foundation.

**If you can not make out to Washington D.C. for this night but would like to donate click the link below**

Your continual support is greatly appreciated. You will never know how it truly helps. It's the only thing that keeps me going at times. Hit me back on Twitter (@yebies / @yebiesonline) if you have any questions or just want to chop it up. See you on the 11th at ZEBA

DCtoBC x The Great Progression - "Don't Wuwwy: Kendrick Lamar Live in DC!"

My brothers DC toBC and The Gee Pee (are you with me) have Top Dawg Entertainment recording artist KENDRICK LAMAR in DC at the 9:30 Club, making it his first-ever public show in the nation’s capital. The Compton standout is expected to sell out the 1200 capacity venue thanks to his loyal following in the DC metropolitan area. Kendrick will be joined on stage by fellow label mate SCHOOLBOY Q as he cycles through his hits spanning from his early career to his most recent project, the critically acclaimed #Section80. Also sharing the spotlight for the evening are buzzing DMV natives PHIL ADE and PHIL DA PHUTURE, both signees of Grammy nominated crooner Raheem DeVaughn’s 368 Music Group, as well as Houston’s own ASHTON TRAVIS, a lyrical mastermind recently crowned winner of the Hip-Hop Unplugged Series, hosted by Def Jam’s Lenny Santiago and MTV’s Sway. You never know who else may pop up, either. There are still a few tickets yet to this show. When I say a few, I mean like if you refresh your page they may be gone. So make sure you get one while you can.

Below is a compilation of music titled "Hello World" to introduce you to all five of the artists performing tomorrow done by DC to BC. Click on the cover to download the mix.

Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Phil Ade, Ashton Travis and Phil Da Phuture and more... 

Don't Wuwwy

9:30 Club

815 V St. NW

Washington DC 20001

Doors open @ 8, show starts @ 9.

GET TICKETS HERE

#CottonClubEssentials For The #UptownRenaissance [Mix]

DJ Spicoli and I put together jazz and jazz influenced songs for a mix called #CottonClubEssentials For The #UptownRenaissance.  This mix has a little bit of everything on it from many genres. Make sure you download this mix and blast it around the house or in the car as you get ready for this saturday's event.  Once again to get tickets for the occasion go HERE. 

Download: #CottonClubEssentials For The #UptownRenaissance [Mix]

Phil Ade - Spazzin' [Video]

I know this video came out over a week ago but I have been so busy with this month's event that I didn't even get to post it when it first dropped. For those who missed it, here the video for a new track by Phil Ade as he continues to drop new heat each friday as part of #PHILADEFRIDAY. Shout out to Phil, Dre, and the rest of 368 for always showing love.

P.S. If you watch close enough you'll notice my man Modi and I in the back smashing some chicken and fries with mambo sauce.

Bonus: Phil Ade - Used To Be

[Video] Conversations with "YEBies" By: Boundless Dreams TV

No this is not a post of an interview of me, but two interviews of YEBies who are currently on the come up and are doing their own independent things receptively. Modi of DCtoBC/The GeePee and Jabari Johnson of IamJabari/Jabari Presents, were interviewed in New York by the homie Jack Sommer for his great site Imagination Detonation. Jack did a nice job with both interviews and got some great information from of these guys. 17 year old Jack Sommer is also defiantly someone to keep an eye out for as he continues to build his blog and brand through his different interview series.

Lunchbox Theory, YEBies, and The Great Progression.. Present: BODY BEAT Pool Party

This Saturday at the Donovon House Rooftop in DC, we will be throwing a pool party featuring 4 incredible DJs from 2pm - 9pm. Its not often you get a chance to party for 7 hours to great music with a amazing mix of people and for FREE!!!!!! Yeah I said it, its a FREE event. All we ask is that you bring swimwear and a great attitude. If you have ever been to any Yebies, Lunchbox Theory, or DC to BC / The Gee Pee events then you already know what's about to go down. If you haven't, please brace yourself for a epic time. This event is not for the stunntas, ballas, or the bougie crowd, but in fact for the complete opposite. There will be no bottles poppin', making it rain, or buying the bar out. This is where you can party, build, network, or just chill all while in a nice venue with an astonishing soundtrack. This will be the greatest mix of people you have been around in a while, and you will love it and us for that very reason. There is a money back guarantee to those who don't enjoy themselves, but we honestly don't see ourselves paying a red cent. So come one, come all and don't forget its a pool party so you might will get WET!!!!!

For more info please go HERE

Memorial Day Weekend 2010 Recap By: Jabari

I had the great pleasure to meet Jabari again this past weekend after first formally meeting him at The Talented event weeks ago. We happened to be at a couple of the same spots and got a chance to see some great thing manifest right here in DC. I dont think a 1 min video can really some up the type of weekend I had but Jabari's is the closest I can get until I get blessed with some footage from the homie Nasser. I don't like to brag or boast but I have some great friends and associates that are and will be doing big things for years to come. This weekend showed me that there are YEBIES all over DC that are trying to leave their mark out here just like me. This short video from Jabari exemplifies exactly what I mean by that statement. There are way too many folks to shout out in the video but I'll toss out a couple of Twitter names and yall can follow some of these eclectic folks; @alice_wonder, @Philade301, @DCtoBC, @Imjustmarcel, @jeffspicoli202, @jamalamode, @ladyswoosh, @NasVegas @kingfuckncarter .... This list could on for a while but follow these folks and let them know @Y_E_B and @Yebies told you so.


Oh yeah be on the lookout for IAMJABARI.com , Thegeepee.com, and last but not least YEBies.com which are all coming soon...

Phil Ade – Hollywood (Remix) (feat. Raekwon, Wale, Tabi Bonney & Raheem DeVaughn)

I know I said I was slowing down with post, especially music ones until the new site was done but I had bless the masses with what we are getting here on a regular in the DMV. The original to this track was my favorite off of Phil Ade's "Starting on JV" mixtape. The video was so DC and made me a even bigger fan when i saw it. I have had the privilege to see him perform it live on numerous occasions and it still never gets old. If you don't have Starting on JV get that while you are here and also be on the look out for his next project "The Letterman" with Don Cannon set to drop sometime in June. Big ups to Modi on the picture from Hustlepalooza.

Listen/ Download: Phil Ade – Hollywood (Remix) (feat. Raekwon, Wale, Tabi Bonney & Raheem DeVaughn)

Christian Rich - "Hello Virgin" [VIDEO]

This is the latest video from the Chi-town based group Christian Rich. "Hello Virgin" is the first single from the duo's upcoming mixtape "The Decadence," hosted by Clinton Sparks and Mick Boogie. The mixtape should be out on May 31, 2010. I have had chance to hear them do this song live here in DC a couple weeks ago and I left the show very impressed.  Special shout to my brother Modi on getting picked up to do some major damage for the group. Oh yeah THE GEE PEE is coming....

Hustlepalooza DC 2010

If you are in the DMV or even surrounding citites, come out this cinco de mayo and enjoy a night of great hip-hop and live performances at LIV. This is a show worth seeing at a venue where you will get to appreciate the element of the live show. The good folks at Cmon and my brother Modi (TheGeePee) as well as others are behind this major event. Get tickets HERE while you still can. As a added bonus there is also a in-store meet and greet at Stussy DC on Florida ave with Phil Ade and Dom Kennedy from 6-8.  See yall there.

Happy 28th Lupe...

On this date in 1982 Fiasco was born Wasalu Muhammad Jaco in Chicago, Illinois. In some many ways I think Lupe embodies the current state of Black America. From his first major single, to his latest mixtape, Lupe has tried to stay true to self and community while still making great music. He teaches with each verse without being preachy and paints pictures with words more vivid then the Mona Lisa. He has been able to create verbal movies for us to imagine in your mind as listen to each new song. Each time I hear Lupe might retire I get upset because I know its not him but the industry that makes him feel that way. Like so many others I am patiently waiting the release of his next album "Lasers" which is suppose to be out by the summer. Until then I'll keep rocking out to the gems he has created thus far. So I'll end this post like he ends each show, "Peace, and much love to ya".

Here's some footage of Lupe @ Boston College last year with the homies Modi, Hil, and Theo.

DCtoBC Presents: Singles Awareness Day 2 [S.A.D. #2: The Mix Compilation].

My Nigerian brother from another Modi from over at DCtoBC has blessed us with another gem of a Mixtape for the day that Cupid made. He has returned this year with his second annual S.A.D (Single. Awareness.Day) compilation. The first mix came out last year and had a great mix of music from a wide range of musicians. In his infamous words "Get me, don't shit" and download this mixtape because you will not be disappointed. YEBies out here got to unite and continue to push each other. Good work Modele...

DOWNLOAD: DCtoBC Presents: Singles Awareness Day 2 [S.A.D. #2: The Mix Compilation] / Alternative Link

Wale - My Sweetie (Spray It)- Post From A Post - DCtoBC

Great new song from the Nigerian-American rapper Wale. Africans world wide will love this track as soon as it hits the masses. I respect this dude's grind and that never forgets about his African roots. For the entire post click here or on the picture to see DCtoBC's full background of this crazy new track.

Post From A Post... Where Is Dave Chappelle?

Have you been wonding what Dave Chappelle has been up to since he left his show and went to Africa? Click on the picture to read the entire story over at DCtoBC.

YEBies to BC...

So with in a 24 hour period while out Boston, I met Dead Prez down Newberry street and saw Lupe Fiasco in concert courtesy of the brother Modi from DCtoBC. Here are some pictures and video from the show.





Peep Modi on Twitter at the show...LOL

Revenge Of The N.E.R.D...

My first memories of Pharrell was in high school when he did the tracks for Nore. Then came "I Just Want To Love You" by Jay-Z and I was hooked to his sound. Pharrell has made it cool to be a nerd, stake board, listen to other genres besides rap or R&B, wear bright color clothes and shoes, all the while making some of the greatest and most classic music of our time. He was worked with artist from Jay-Z to Justin Timberlake, creating a perfect mesh between his unique sound and style with the artists own talents. My homie Modi at DCtoBC loves this guy like I love Jay-Z, Magic Johnson, and cornbread. If you know me, then you know thats a whole lot of loving. So I thought it would be only right if I let him finish off this post.

Modi

ha. thank you sir. i do love skateboard p. he can do no wrong in my book. plus, he has some sort of magical fountain of youth, because he doesn't age. i heard he's still 23, but that's just word on the street. skateboard is a trendsetter like dan said. i mean, when was skateboarding cool for black people? not until pharrell co-signed it as acceptable and encouraged. and let's not forget his work with N*E*R*D, either. he goes hard and gets millions of bucks for beats for madonna, britney, jay-z, TI, etc., but he is on his indie stuff too. a black rock star whose official, unlike the shop boyz. it's about the music to him, the dollars are really nothing in the long run. when he retires, it'll probably be the saddest day in music.

Evolution Of The Neptunes...

Neptunes

Post from a Post... Rock The Vote

Do what you got to do now, So you can do what you want later

Get Registered, Go Vote

Last days to register in many states today...

Check out the full post at DCtoBC

Post from a post....

Where's the love....?????


Click on the pic to see the full post.... Nice work over there at DCtoBC

Song for the post... Brown skin Lady- Blackstar