Marley Movie Tralier (Video)

MARLEY will make its North American premiere at SXSW. Magnolia Pictures will release theatrically and on VOD on Friday, April 20th.

A Night At The Cotton Club 2 (#CottonClub2)

EVENT LINK: http://yebiescottonclub2.eventbrite.com/

The Real Reason Why Gadaffi Was Killed

Many people have been mourning, not celebrating the death of Moammar Gadhafi. Over the years foreign media agencies have failed to tell the whole story about the often misrepresented Gadhafi. Over the years, the Libyan leader was portrayed as a money and power hungry tyrant for the world's uninformed to believe. They would leave out stories about the good deeds that the former Libyan dictator did for blacks Africans and other people of color across the diaspora. He was one of the last Pan-African leaders left with enough courage to stand up to outside powers. Gadhafi brought millions of black people who were in the shadows under King Idris when he took power to the forefront, afforded them education, and gave them towns and opportunity. His next move of pushing the gold standard and wanting his oil bought in gold would have created a shift in global economic power for years to come. His idea of a universal gold currency in Africa was going to be the catalyst for the unification of Africa and its economies. It called for a dramatic decrease in foreign economic dependency which would of given Africa more leverage in future deals.

Phil Ade – Deadlines [Video]

The homie Phil Ade from 368 has a new video for his take on Drake's lead single. S/O to Dre, Raheem, and the entire 368 Music Group family for continually putting out dope music on the behave of the DMV.

YEBies Birthday: Dick Gregory

On this date in 1932 Dick Gregory was born in St. Louis, Missouri. Over the years Gregory was used his many talents as a comedian, social activist, social critic, writer, and entrepreneur to talk about race and its impact here in America. He is often best known for his autobiography Nigger which is still selling well since its release in 1964. His activism is still going on as he continues to live in the DC area. Please check out the clips below to get a better idea of just who this great man is.

Gregory and Sonia Sanchez @ Busboys & Poets 2010

Sick and Tired... (Poetry)

Poet Shihan poem on the things he is sick and tired about.... See if you are sick and tired of any of these same things... Leave comments.

Nas XXL Cover x "Nasty" Video

Commemorating 20 years in the game, Nas returns on the cover of XXL. Issue hits newsstands on October 25( Via Rap Radar).

Nas went back to his old hood of Queens Bridge to shoot the video for his first track of of Life is Good. Every time i hear this track, it takes me back to the mid 90s when Essco first became rap royalty.

The Best Detox Foods For…

Losing Weight:

Artichokes
Lemons
Pink Grapefruit
Pineapple
Celery
Chili Peppers

Radiant Skin:

Watermelon
Red Bell Peppers
Avocado
Dark Leafy Greens
Berries
Flaxseed

Fighting Bloating:

Papaya
Ginger
Sauerkraut and Fermented Foods

Strengthening Bones:

Dark Leafy Greens
Green Tea
Broccoli
Almonds
Sesame Seeds

We are truly what we eat. Lets start eating to live....

DYDC Presents: The Talented 3.0

My homies and fellow YEBIES over at DYDC are bringing us the third installment of their series "The Talented" this October 11th at Gibson Guitar Lounge. This night creative energy and enterprise includes live performances from Andy Suzuki and The Method as well as Tiara Thomas. To make sure you are able to get in to this next level event, get your tickets now HERE. Your tickets will include entry to see these musical acts and a Heienken/Belvedere sponsored open bar. If you missed The Talented 1 & 2, here's what you missed...

"This Is To The Memory of Danroy Henry"

In this video the father of college footballer Danroy Henry thanks Jay-Z and Kanye West on behalf of his family for bringing attention to the murder of his son in their Watch The Throne track ‘Murder to Excellence’. Danroy Henry was shot and killed by a New York Police Officer last October.

Jay Electronica's Travel To The Middle East

Lupe Fiasco on The O'Reilly Factor [Video]

Murs Chopped Off His Locs [Video]

UBOW (Unauthorized Biography Of Oprah Winfrey) [Video]

Shaun Boothe has finally returned from a pretty lengthy hiatus to bless us with the next video in his incredible “Unauthorized Biography Series.” It's great to see that he didn't give up on this series like i thought he might have. Hopefully, our wait won’t be so long for the videos to come.

TIBH: Ella Fitzgerald

On this date in 1996 the great Ella Fitzgerald went to be with the ancestors after 79 years. The amazing jazz singer and soloist went by many names including "First Lady of Song" and "Lady Ella,".

Black Jesus aka The Lords Prayer

I need the athletic departments of schools in the MEAC, CIAA, SWAC, and SIAC to get back on their job. It can't be that grades are the issue why the talent will not come or get in. I put the blame on each school, starting with the administration over the years and it goes all the way down to the alumni across the globe. We have to do a much better job representing our universities and colleges to the youth. Having great winning programs equals more dollars for the schools, their current and future students, and their surrounding communities.

Sunday Matinee: Blitz The Ambassador – Native Sun [Short Film]

For those who don't know, Blitz also has a album out with the same name. Make sure you grab it HERE (if you still like vinyl like myself go HERE) after you watch this.

[Preview] Hole In the Head: A Life Revealed

Growing up in one of the most historic towns for African Americans in this country, Vertus Hardiman hid a shocking secret under a wig and beanie for over 80 years. He was experimented on at age of 5 by a county hospital in Indiana during 1927. Vertus was one of ten children, all experimented on with radiation that day. This film tells his amazing story of strength,courage, and perseverance.

Tight Jeans: The Short Film [Video]

Its always great to see YEBIES across the global creating and producing amazing products that get embraced not by our community but by those who don't always understand our story. This short film by Destiny Ekaragha of the UK is a great example of this. Winner of The London Rushes Soho Film Festival Awards for Best Newcomer in 2009, Tight Jeans was Ekaragha's debut film.

TIGHT JEANS is a light comedy that touches on modern attitudes towards other cultures. It explores the ignorance we tend to have of one another, sometimes without even realising it.
Three black teenagers are becoming frustrated while waiting for their friend. A young white lad walks past wearing super tight jeans. The boys look on until one of them asks the pivotal question, "How can a man wear jeans that tight?" This sparks a hilarious debate about race and culture.

Accolades:

• Selected and granted funding as one of the 6 short films to represent Lewisham, Southwark & Lambeth Film and Arts Councils in association with Film London.
• Premiered at and was voted Best Short Film at the Times BFI 52nd London Film Festival by the Observer newspaper.
• Won Best Newcomer Award at The London Rushes Soho Film Festival 2009,
• Runner up status at the Buffalo San Black and Asian Film Festival 2008
• Official Selection at The Pan African Film Festival 2009 in Los Angeles,
• Africa in the Picture Film Festival in Amsterdam
• The Athens 15th International Film Festival.
• In March 2009 TIGHT JEANS was chosen as the download film of the month by The BFI for their members.

Dark Girls: Preview [Video]

This film will be released in Fall/Winter 2011. This upcoming documentary explors the deep-seated biases and attitudes about skin color, particularly dark skinned women outside and within the Black American culture.


Directed by Bill Duke and D. Channsin Berry
Produced by Bill Duke for Duke Media
and D. Channsin Berry for Urban Winter Entertainment
Co-Produced by Bradinn French
Line Produced by Cheryl L. Bedford
Edited by Bradinn French