Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Hits #1 on Billboard 100

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Cardi B made history this week becoming the second female rapper to top the Billboard Hot 100 without any other billed artists, with her summer anthem “Bodak Yellow,” following Lauryn Hill’s first solo Hot 100 entry (apart from the Fugees), “Doo Wop (That Thing),” for two weeks beginning with its Nov. 14, 1998, debut at No. 1. -VIA Billboard.

The song has been burning up the airwaves all summer long and Cardi has been receiving an overwhelming amount of love. After Cardi’s appearance on “the Breakfast Club,” Charlamagne, one of the hosts started a campaign to get Cardi to #1, calling for fans to stream the song, video and download it.
Congrats to Cardi B!!!

Rihanna and other Celebrities Shine Bright at her 3rd annual “Diamond Ball”

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She's arrived! Rihanna arrived at her 3rd Annual Clara Lionel Foundation Diamond Ball in New York on Thursday in a dramatic black gown

Rihanna celebrated her third annual “Diamond Ball,” which benefits the Clara Lionel Foundation.  Dave Chapelle hosted the event and Kendric Lamar handled performing duties.  Other celebs in attendance included La La Anthony, Lil’ Kim, Beyonce and Jay Z, Future, and Jamie Foxx to name a few. Rihanna launched the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012 and named it after her grandparents Clara and Lionel Braithwaite. 

The foundation said at the event they were among the first responders to assist those affected by Hurricane Harvey, and that they’re currently strategizing how best to support victims of Hurricane Irma. The organization has a scholarship program and an oncology and nuclear medicine center in Barbados.

Causing a stir: The Bajan beauty wore a Ralph & Russo Couture dress which was short at the front and featured a long train at the back

Hot metal: Lala Anthony accentuated her curves in a silver dress with delicate fringing and slit at the back

Blonde bombshell: Rapper Lil Kim squeezed herself into a metallic mini dress with thigh-high boots

Going all-out: Rapper Cardi B brought the drama in a pastel green ballgown 

Killing it: Future, Fabolous and Victor Cruz showed off their flair for red carpet style at the annual bash

Killing it: Future, Fabolous and Victor Cruz showed off their flair for red carpet style at the annual bash

Killing it: Future, Fabolous and Victor Cruz showed off their flair for red carpet style at the annual bash

VLOG: FRESH OFF THE PRESS PREVIEW: MIKE D’ANGELO

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Fresh of the Press debuts a new preview video of the upcoming vlog series which is set to cover an array of entertainment/media and community activism/leadership in the DMV area and abroad. First up is Mike D’Angelo, upcoming artist from Edgewood Northeast, DC who has been grinding it out and making a name for himself.  He recently signed a deal with MHG/Cash Money and has a real story to tell. Check out the preview below:

Big Congrats to DC’s Own Black Alley

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Did u catch @weareblackalley on @fox5dc this morning?? Congrats to @animalblkalley and the whole squad for winning first place over the weekend at Paisley Parks inaugural Battle of the Bands! Well deserved, hard work and dedication never fails!! #dc #dmv #dcornothing #acreativedc #ontherise #artists #creators #entertainment #media #livemusic #livingthedream #nevergiveup #success #gogetit 

2017 Coast 2 Coast Music Convention

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The 2017 Coast 2 Coast Music Convention was a success. After winning 3rd place in Los Angeles back in March, my journey continued in Miami. I met so many awesome people who are well connected in the industry. I had a chance to attend some panel discussions which featured the director of A&R at Atlantic Records, legendary producer Rockwilder, and well known and respected PD Jill Strada from 99 Jamz in Miami. I am looking forward to following up and building with the connections made.  Motivated Elevation Music and Publishing here we come!! Shout out to all the other DC artists that represented the District well. 

Happy Birthday Queen

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Happy Birthday to the one and only Beyoncé!! So much can be said about this woman, but she continues to be a trailblazer for women and I respect that 💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💯! Often imitated but can never be duplicated! We love you Bey!!