After two years of virtual programming, the saints returned to New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome for the Essence Music Festival (now officially the Essence Festival of Culture) with mixed results. Nearly 30 years ago, the Black women’s magazine launched in the early 1970s created a celebration of music that has evolved into far more than a series of concerts with well-recognized brands (longtime sponsors Coca-Cola and Ford, among many others, play pivotal roles in Black consumer outreach).
Peak capitalism aside, the concerts remain a centerpiece and this year, the brand made...
Peak capitalism aside, the concerts remain a centerpiece and this year, the brand made...
- 7/4/2022
- by Ronda Racha Penrice
- Rollingstone.com
Image Source: Emily Sandifer
"Intimidated" isn't in Carlacia Grant's lexicon. When it came time to joining the cast of Outer Banks - arguably one of the most close-knit group of stars Netflix has assembled in recent years - the 30-year-old actress dove in head first, seamlessly establishing familial connections with costars Chase Stokes (John B), Madelyn Cline (Sarah Cameron), Madison Bailey (Kiara), and more while portraying season two newcomer Cleo. "It was really effortless," Grant told Popsugar, recalling her first chemistry read. "We got along instantly. We're kindred souls. We all have a lot in common, so it was really easy. I didn't feel like a newbie at all. The first day I was there, it was like I've been there for years."
In Outer Banks's highly anticipated sophomore run, Grant plays the role of Nassau native Cleo who helps John B and Sarah escape the Bahamas, crosses...
"Intimidated" isn't in Carlacia Grant's lexicon. When it came time to joining the cast of Outer Banks - arguably one of the most close-knit group of stars Netflix has assembled in recent years - the 30-year-old actress dove in head first, seamlessly establishing familial connections with costars Chase Stokes (John B), Madelyn Cline (Sarah Cameron), Madison Bailey (Kiara), and more while portraying season two newcomer Cleo. "It was really effortless," Grant told Popsugar, recalling her first chemistry read. "We got along instantly. We're kindred souls. We all have a lot in common, so it was really easy. I didn't feel like a newbie at all. The first day I was there, it was like I've been there for years."
In Outer Banks's highly anticipated sophomore run, Grant plays the role of Nassau native Cleo who helps John B and Sarah escape the Bahamas, crosses...
- 8/4/2021
- by Victoria Messina
- Popsugar.com
In Rolling Stone‘s series At Work, we go behind the curtain with decision-makers across the fast-changing music business — exploring a range of responsibilities, burgeoning ideas, advice for industry newcomers, and more. Read earlier interviews here.
Gwen Riley has partnered with the likes of 88rising, Mabel, Machel Montano, Wyclef, Common, The Grateful Dead, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Prince estate, and her crown jewel, Beyoncé. But she doesn’t work in the music industry — rather, in home exercise.
As head of music at Peloton, Riley thinks of herself as equal parts businessperson and storyteller.
Gwen Riley has partnered with the likes of 88rising, Mabel, Machel Montano, Wyclef, Common, The Grateful Dead, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Prince estate, and her crown jewel, Beyoncé. But she doesn’t work in the music industry — rather, in home exercise.
As head of music at Peloton, Riley thinks of herself as equal parts businessperson and storyteller.
- 11/20/2020
- by Samantha Hissong
- Rollingstone.com
Global leaders and celebrities gathered at the Play it Out music festival to #BeatPlasticPollution this past Saturday, June 1st on the island of Antigua and Barbuda.
Meagan Good, Adrian Grenier, Amanda Cerny
The event brought together a strong line-up of world leaders, policymakers and celebrities to make a fervent plea about the severe environmental consequences of plastic pollution.
Grammy Award winner, Ashanti, headlined the show along with Machel Montano, Trinidad and Tobago’s ‘King of Soca’. Other international artists included Cody Simpson, Bomba Estereo, Nico & Vinz, DJ Robin Schulz, Rocky Dawuni, and St. Lucia. The event was co-hosted by actress Meagan Good and Un Environment Wild for Life programme advocate Amanda Cerny, while speakers include actor Adrian Grenier.
The festival was part of a broader campaign led by the President of the United Nations General Assembly, María Fernanda Espinosa, who earlier this year launched a global call to action on plastic pollution.
Meagan Good, Adrian Grenier, Amanda Cerny
The event brought together a strong line-up of world leaders, policymakers and celebrities to make a fervent plea about the severe environmental consequences of plastic pollution.
Grammy Award winner, Ashanti, headlined the show along with Machel Montano, Trinidad and Tobago’s ‘King of Soca’. Other international artists included Cody Simpson, Bomba Estereo, Nico & Vinz, DJ Robin Schulz, Rocky Dawuni, and St. Lucia. The event was co-hosted by actress Meagan Good and Un Environment Wild for Life programme advocate Amanda Cerny, while speakers include actor Adrian Grenier.
The festival was part of a broader campaign led by the President of the United Nations General Assembly, María Fernanda Espinosa, who earlier this year launched a global call to action on plastic pollution.
- 6/5/2019
- Look to the Stars
Five years ago, Walshy Fire, the Jamaican producer known for the global-club-mishmashes he makes with the group Major Lazer, funded his own solo tour of Africa. In Kenya at one point, “the driver had fallen asleep and nobody could find him,” Walshy Fire recalls. “When they finally saw him, the first thing they said was, ‘you’re kimbo.’ I know that word in Jamaica to mean lazy — you’re asleep and spread out. It means the exact same thing in Kenya.”
“Those similarities made me begin to really think of...
“Those similarities made me begin to really think of...
- 5/24/2019
- by Elias Leight
- Rollingstone.com
Bazodee, a new style Bollywood musical with a distinctly Caribbean island flavor is now available to buy or rent on iTunes.The film is set on the vivid, colorful island of Trinidad and pulsing with the sensuous dance rhythms of soca music, which is the soul of calypso music from Trindad and Tobago. Baz’oh’dee (Adj. Trinidadian Slang): A state of dizziness or confusion – often used with regards to love or infatuation.
The acclaimed film stars Machel Montano, Natalie Perera, and Kabir Bedi. Anita Panchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep in debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano in his film debut) sets things askew. In search of a muse, de Leon agrees to perform at the engagement party for both families.
The acclaimed film stars Machel Montano, Natalie Perera, and Kabir Bedi. Anita Panchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep in debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano in his film debut) sets things askew. In search of a muse, de Leon agrees to perform at the engagement party for both families.
- 3/12/2018
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Global music and entertainment platform Tidal has announced the lineup for the 3rd Annual “Tidal X: Brooklyn” charity concert hosted by Angie Martinez.
The event includes Jay-z, Jennifer Lopez, DJ Khaled, Kaskade, Chris Brown, Cardi B, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Daddy Yankee, Yo Gotti, A$AP Ferg, Vic Mensa, Fifth Harmony, Joey Bada$$, Willow Smith, Belly, Iggy Azalea, Jessie Reyez, Mack Wilds, Machel Montano, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Mr. Eazi, Charly Black, Princess Nokia, Tee Grizzley, Rapsody, Kranium, Chloe x Halle, Cipha Sounds, Victory and more with special appearances by Rosie Perez and Lin-Manuel Miranda. This year’s performers are coming together in an effort to raise awareness and funds for organizations that support relief and recovery for those affected by the unprecedented natural disasters, including: Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Maria and the earthquakes that took place in Mexico.
Tidal also announced that BACARDĺ rum will be the...
The event includes Jay-z, Jennifer Lopez, DJ Khaled, Kaskade, Chris Brown, Cardi B, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Daddy Yankee, Yo Gotti, A$AP Ferg, Vic Mensa, Fifth Harmony, Joey Bada$$, Willow Smith, Belly, Iggy Azalea, Jessie Reyez, Mack Wilds, Machel Montano, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Mr. Eazi, Charly Black, Princess Nokia, Tee Grizzley, Rapsody, Kranium, Chloe x Halle, Cipha Sounds, Victory and more with special appearances by Rosie Perez and Lin-Manuel Miranda. This year’s performers are coming together in an effort to raise awareness and funds for organizations that support relief and recovery for those affected by the unprecedented natural disasters, including: Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Maria and the earthquakes that took place in Mexico.
Tidal also announced that BACARDĺ rum will be the...
- 9/29/2017
- Look to the Stars
Music's biggest names are continuing to come together in support of those affected by the recent hurricanes.
On Wednesday, Jay-z's global music and entertainment platform, Tidal, announced the lineup for the 3rd Annual Tidal X: Brooklyn charity concert.
The star-studded lineup features the rapper, along with Jennifer Lopez, Fifth Harmony, DJ Khaled, Kaskade, Chris Brown, Cardi B, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Daddy Yankee, Yo Gotti, A$AP Ferg, Vic Mensa, Joey Bada$$, Willow Smith, Belly, Iggy Azalea, Jessie Reyez, Mack Wilds, Machel Montano, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Mr. Eazi, Charly Black, Princess Nokia, Tee Grizzley, Rapsody, Kranium, Chloe x Halle, Cipha Sounds, Victory and more.
Related: Jennifer Lopez and Ex Marc Anthony Launch Star-Studded Humanitarian Disaster Relief Initiative
Hosted by radio DJ Angie Martinez, with special appearances by Rosie Perez and Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tidal X: Brooklyn concert will take place on Oct. 17 at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.
The proceeds will benefit organizations that support relief...
On Wednesday, Jay-z's global music and entertainment platform, Tidal, announced the lineup for the 3rd Annual Tidal X: Brooklyn charity concert.
The star-studded lineup features the rapper, along with Jennifer Lopez, Fifth Harmony, DJ Khaled, Kaskade, Chris Brown, Cardi B, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Daddy Yankee, Yo Gotti, A$AP Ferg, Vic Mensa, Joey Bada$$, Willow Smith, Belly, Iggy Azalea, Jessie Reyez, Mack Wilds, Machel Montano, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Mr. Eazi, Charly Black, Princess Nokia, Tee Grizzley, Rapsody, Kranium, Chloe x Halle, Cipha Sounds, Victory and more.
Related: Jennifer Lopez and Ex Marc Anthony Launch Star-Studded Humanitarian Disaster Relief Initiative
Hosted by radio DJ Angie Martinez, with special appearances by Rosie Perez and Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tidal X: Brooklyn concert will take place on Oct. 17 at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.
The proceeds will benefit organizations that support relief...
- 9/27/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
[[tmz:video id="0_9nziomy2"]] Usain Bolt just threw the sickest party ever at 10,000 feet -- getting all sorts of crunk with his party pals on a private jet bound for Carvinal in Trinidad!!! The Jamaican track legend boarded the plane with Jamaican soccer star Ricardo "Bibi" Gardner, singer Christopher Martin and others ... and immediately broke out the booze! There were shots, dancing, strobe lights, cool handshakes, dirty chants about all the sex they're gonna have in Trinidad ... seriously! They...
- 2/23/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Every week, a bevy of new releases (independent or otherwise), open in theaters. That’s why we created the Weekly Film Guide, filled with basic plot, personnel and cinema information for all of this week’s fresh offerings.
For August, we’ve also put together a list for the entire month. We’ve included this week’s list below, complete with information on screening locations for films in limited release.
See More: Here Are All the Upcoming Movies in Theaters for August 2016
Here are the films opening theatrically in the U.S. the week of Friday, August 5. All synopses provided by distributor unless listed otherwise.
Wide
Bazodee
Director: Todd Kessler
Cast: Chris Smith, Kabir Bedi, Kriss Dosanjh, Machel Montano, Natalie Perera, Staz Nair
Synopsis: Anita Ponchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with local singer,...
For August, we’ve also put together a list for the entire month. We’ve included this week’s list below, complete with information on screening locations for films in limited release.
See More: Here Are All the Upcoming Movies in Theaters for August 2016
Here are the films opening theatrically in the U.S. the week of Friday, August 5. All synopses provided by distributor unless listed otherwise.
Wide
Bazodee
Director: Todd Kessler
Cast: Chris Smith, Kabir Bedi, Kriss Dosanjh, Machel Montano, Natalie Perera, Staz Nair
Synopsis: Anita Ponchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with local singer,...
- 8/4/2016
- by Steve Greene
- Indiewire
Machel Montano, Trinidad & Tobago soca singer, record producer and songwriter, stars alongside actress Natalie Perera in director Todd Kessler’s musical romance “Bazodee” (Baz’oh’dee is Trinidadian Slang for a state of dizziness or confusion – often used with regards to… Continue Reading →...
- 8/3/2016
- by shadowandact
- ShadowAndAct
Getting ready to release on Friday August 5th is Bazodee – a new style Bollywood musical with a distinctly Caribbean island flavor. Set on the vivid, colorful islands of Trinidad & Tobago and pulsing with the sensuous dance rhythms of soca music, the film is at heart a love story. It tells the tale of Anita Ponchouri (Natale Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman who is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair). A chance encounter with local Trinidadian singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano) sets things askew. In search of a muse, de Leon agrees to perform at the engagement party. Unable to deny their mutual attraction, and with the excitement of Carnival approaching, Anita must now choose between the answer to her family’s financial prayers and the possibility of real love.
Adding to this intriguing and cool concept and story is that...
Adding to this intriguing and cool concept and story is that...
- 8/2/2016
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Releasing on August 5th is a new take on a Bollywood movie. Bazodee mixes elements of a Bollywood musical with a distinctly Caribbean island flavor. Set on the vivid, colorful islands of Trinidad & Tobago, the film pulses with the sensuous dance rhythms of Soca music. Directed by Todd Kessler, the film stars Kabir Bedi, Natalie Perera, Machel Montano, Kriss Dosanjh, Valmike Rampersad, and Staz Nair.
Bazodee, which means a state of confusion, a state of love, tells the story of Anita Ponchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi). Anita is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with local Trinidadian singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano) sets things askew. In search of a muse, de Leon agrees to perform at the engagement party. Unable to deny their mutual attraction, and with the excitement of Carnival approaching,...
Bazodee, which means a state of confusion, a state of love, tells the story of Anita Ponchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi). Anita is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with local Trinidadian singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano) sets things askew. In search of a muse, de Leon agrees to perform at the engagement party. Unable to deny their mutual attraction, and with the excitement of Carnival approaching,...
- 7/27/2016
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
The brand new music video for the hot dance track “I Forget” from the upcoming movie Bazodee has made its world premiere and celebrates unity between all people of all cultures. A new style Bollywood musical with a distinctly Caribbean island flavor, Bazodee stars legendary actor Kabir Bedi, international music superstar Machel Montano and acclaimed actress Natalie Perera and opens in theaters on August 5.
Bazodee tells the story of Anita (Natalie Perera), the dutiful daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi), who is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair), when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Machel Montano) sets things askew.
Bazodee opens in theaters on August 5.
The post Bazodee – World Premiere of New Music Video appeared first on BollySpice.com.
Bazodee tells the story of Anita (Natalie Perera), the dutiful daughter of a deep-in-debt businessman (Kabir Bedi), who is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair), when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Machel Montano) sets things askew.
Bazodee opens in theaters on August 5.
The post Bazodee – World Premiere of New Music Video appeared first on BollySpice.com.
- 7/24/2016
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
The devoted daughter of a hard-working businessman is proving her loyalty to her father, while also discovering her true love, in the official trailer and poster for the upcoming musical film, ‘Bazodee.’ The romantic drama, which is set to be released in theaters on August 5, was directed by Todd Kessler and written by Claire Ince. ‘Bazodee’ stars Natalie Perera as the daughter, Kabir Bedi as her father, Machel Montano as her love interest, as well as Teneille Newallo, Rahul Nath, Chris Smith, Valmike Rampersad, Staz Nair and Kriss Dosanjh. In anticipation of the romantic musical’s theatrical release, Montano, who’s known as the King of Soca, has also unveiled the [ Read More ]
The post Bazodee Celebrates New Caribbean-Inspired Bollywood Music with Official Trailer and Poster appeared first on Shockya.com.
The post Bazodee Celebrates New Caribbean-Inspired Bollywood Music with Official Trailer and Poster appeared first on Shockya.com.
- 7/22/2016
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
Skrillex dropped the twelfth episode of his bi-weekly Owsla radio show this week, delivering an epic two hour mix brimming with expertly selected dance music. The new mix was put together for a party for clothing line Pink Dolphin, and features 91 tracks packed into a cohesive listening experience.
The new Owsla mix plays like a who’s who of dance music, featuring an eclectic blend of artists and styles. The Chainsmokers, Mija, Autoerotique, Getter and more appear throughout, while a number of Skrillex remixes grace the tracklist as well.
The produced debuted his Owsla radio show back in January, using it as a platform to expand on his Skrillex Selects SoundCloud series that saw the famed DJ curating his favorite songs of the moment. You can check out the staggering tracklist for latest episode below, and as always, feel free to leave a comment letting us know what you think.
The new Owsla mix plays like a who’s who of dance music, featuring an eclectic blend of artists and styles. The Chainsmokers, Mija, Autoerotique, Getter and more appear throughout, while a number of Skrillex remixes grace the tracklist as well.
The produced debuted his Owsla radio show back in January, using it as a platform to expand on his Skrillex Selects SoundCloud series that saw the famed DJ curating his favorite songs of the moment. You can check out the staggering tracklist for latest episode below, and as always, feel free to leave a comment letting us know what you think.
- 7/4/2016
- by Connor Jones
- We Got This Covered
Legendary actor Kabir Bedi, music superstar Machel Montano and acclaimed actress Natalie Perera star in the groundbreaking film Bazodee, a new style Bollywood musical with a distinctly Caribbean island flavor. Releasing in theaters on August 5, the film is set on the vivid, colorful island of Trinidad and pulsing with the sensuous dance rhythms of soca music, which is the soul of calypso music from Trindad and Tobago. Baz’oh’dee (Adj. Trinidadian Slang): A state of dizziness or confusion – often used with regards to love or infatuation.
Check out the cool trailer!
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a-wKnRx1Y0
The film tells the story of Anita Panchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep in debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano in his film debut) sets things askew.
Check out the cool trailer!
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a-wKnRx1Y0
The film tells the story of Anita Panchouri (Natalie Perera), the dutiful Indian daughter of a deep in debt businessman (Kabir Bedi) is about to marry a wealthy Londoner (Staz Nair) when a chance encounter with a local singer, Lee de Leon (Soca music star Machel Montano in his film debut) sets things askew.
- 6/19/2016
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Amber Rose is known for her supersexy Instagram snaps, but she took things to a whole new level while celebrating Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago on Tuesday. Amber was dressed in full costume for the big event, but her elaborate outfit didn't actually leave much to the imagination. She took the stage to dance with the crowd and showed off even more of her moves on Instagram. The fun will continue on Wednesday, when Amber makes an appearance alongside Trinidadian musician Machel Montano at a special event in Chaguaramas, Trinidad. When Amber wasn't partying overseas this week, she was involved in a heated feud with Khloé Kardashian, though both Khloé and Amber have since stopped their back-and-forth battle on Twitter. A video posted by Amber Rose (@amberrose) on Feb 17, 2015 at 7:28pm Pst A video posted by Amber Rose (@amberrose) on Feb 18, 2015 at 7:23am Pst...
- 2/18/2015
- by Lauren-Turner
- Popsugar.com
Mad Decent Block Party, Edm impresario Diplo's now-annual traveling dance circus, kicked off in Calgary last Friday and will be criss-crossing the continent for much of the remaining summer.
To celebrate the upcoming July 26 Toronto date at Fort York, Mad Decent's local DJ/producer Grandtheft has put together a field-filling mix that ranges from crate-dug club-bangers to Kanye and Missy remixes to his own banging productions.
"I wanted to put together an hour of mostly brand-new music that I love right now, high energy stuff that reps the vibe of the Mad Decent Block Party," Grandtheft tells HuffPost Canada Music. " But, as always with me, I threw in all different kinds of club music. Also haaaddd to throw in the Africanism classic 'Block Party.' I've never played a block party without playing that!
The Toronto Mad Decent Block Party features Major Lazer, Zeds Dead, RiFF Raff, Grandtheft, A Tribe Called Red,...
To celebrate the upcoming July 26 Toronto date at Fort York, Mad Decent's local DJ/producer Grandtheft has put together a field-filling mix that ranges from crate-dug club-bangers to Kanye and Missy remixes to his own banging productions.
"I wanted to put together an hour of mostly brand-new music that I love right now, high energy stuff that reps the vibe of the Mad Decent Block Party," Grandtheft tells HuffPost Canada Music. " But, as always with me, I threw in all different kinds of club music. Also haaaddd to throw in the Africanism classic 'Block Party.' I've never played a block party without playing that!
The Toronto Mad Decent Block Party features Major Lazer, Zeds Dead, RiFF Raff, Grandtheft, A Tribe Called Red,...
- 7/23/2013
- by HuffPost Canada Music
- Huffington Post
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