Sunday Selection: Day 26 “Got Me Going”
After months of battling to prove theyve got what it takes to be part of the roster over at Bad Boy Records, Day 26 also known to many as – The Guys from MTVs Making The Band 4 have finally dropped their first single Got Me Going. Willie, Qwanell, Brian, Mike, and Robert harmonize and […]

Tech Talk: Digital Display
We cant get enough of two things, namely music and television then, of course, sharing them with that special someone also counts, right? If we can bring those two things anywhere we want, anytime we desire, thats even better. Gadget love is in the air! When size matters and youre making moves, […]

I’m An Actress: Noree’s Casting Couch
Good day good people! Im baaaack! Now that were all acquainted and Ive told you a little bit about myself and why I do what I do, lets dig in and talk about how I do what I do – shall we? In my travels, a lot of folks have asked me […]

ELECTION ’08: Super Tuesday Aftermath
Election 08: Super Tuesday Edition First off, anyone who tells you that they know what happened on Tuesday is probably full of it, especially if they’re this guy. The last episode of the Sopranos had more closure than Super Tuesday. Five people went in and five came out with no clear favorite, but one […]

Gadget Inspector: Mic Checka
Putting together a home studio, or even upgrading the one you have, can be overwhelming no matter what your level of expertise. With technology advancing on what sometimes seems like an hourly basis, by the time youve moved into a comfort zone with your favorite pieces of gear, the new and improved versions […]

Movie Review: Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Cast: Martin Lawrence, James Earl Jones, Cedric The Entertainer, Mo’Nique, Joy Bryant, Nicole Ari Parker, Mike Epps, Margaret Avery, Damani RobertsDirected and Written by: Malcolm D. LeeHas Malcolm D. Lees career come to this? Buffoonery disguised as family competition with single-leveled characters that deserve a better-written platform to shine? Universal release Welcome Home Roscoe […]

Side Hustle: Jermaine Dupri, Beyoncè and Rihanna
Kicks, um-ba-rellas and the merge of rock and rap make up this edition of Side Hustle. While Beyoncè sets to expand her junior line, Dereon, her faux rival Rihanna capitalizes of the success of her single, Umbrella. Further down south, Jermaine Dupri remixes his record label with Travis Barkers Famous Stars and Stripes […]

Preview Approved: 50 Cents Righteous Kill, Andre 3000 Goes Semi-Pro
Movie buffs and fanboys are always bemoaning the state of modern American films. Not me. I like to focus on the positive, and I await the summer blockbuster season with baited breath. The crop of summer blockbusters we have this year is looking very strong, Especially for fans of superhero comics. Iron Man starring […]

Lenny Kravitz: It Is Time For a Love Revolution
Its no government conspiracy that the main undertaking of Lenny Kravitzs sound is the revival of classic rock. Nearly twenty years ago Kravitz suggested Let Love Rule [Virgin] and on his eighth studio album hes telling us It Is Time for a Love Revolution [Virgin] so, its alright if youre getting a case of […]

It’s All In The Game: Super Sonic
Its 90 minutes before tipoff, and Kevin Durant is sitting all by himself midcourt on the scorers table inside Key Arena. A few of his Sonics teammates like Luke Ridnour and Damien Wilkins are casually putting up jumpers, warming up for that nights match against the visiting (and struggling) New York Knicks. […]

Talib Kweli: Why I Support Barack Obama
It is the last year of the Bush administration and thank God. I usually rail against being described as simply “political rapper”, and I haven’t voted since Bill Clinton first ran for President. I was following the tradition that Black Americans have had of voting for democrats since we got the right in 1964 (temporarily). […]

Sneak(er) Peek: The Black President
It’s Super Tuesday (2/5/07), so it goes without saying that if you are registered to vote in one of the 24 states holding primary elections, you are going to vote for one of your respective political party’s Presidential hopeful’s today, right? Political participation aside, the day’s election activities make it apropos for me to big […]

Carrie Ann Inaba: Fly Girl To Super Woman
Carrie Ann Inaba started out as a Fly Girl on the series In Living Color, had a singing career with some hit singles in Japan, has choreographed for several television series and has danced on stage with the likes of Madonna and Ricky Martin. Shes a judge on the incredibly popular Dancing With The […]

ELECTION ’08: Super Tuesday Smackdown
First off, I wouldnt be doing my job as a New Yorker if I didnt give a big shout out to Blue Magic, the NY Giants, for giving what could possibly be the greatest Super Bowl upset of all time. Perhaps it was destiny as this football season has turned out to be a premonition […]

Hollywood Shuffle: Flavs New Love, Ying Yang Sags With Dr. Phil, Marvin Gaye Movie
Hopefully everyone has recovered from all the Super Bowl celebrations and parties! Now that the big event is over and all the Hollywood stars are heading back to Hollywood, lets get on with the Hollywood Shuffle! Flavor Flav back for more love and new DVD You knew he would be back for more! Flavor Flav […]

AHH EXCLUSIVE: Q-Tip Endorses Barack Obama
We are in the midst of a very important time in our history. The world is fixated on an American election for many obvious reasons. Abroad, young Americans are dying in a poorly managed and ill-conceived war.America’s prestige as a moral leader has suffered as a result of a divisive approach to foreign policy. Unfair […]

Movie Review: A Raisin In The Sun
When is the right time to love someone? Is it when its all good and the world is going your way? Do you love someone when theyre living the good life and high on the hog? Or is it when they are down in the dumps, seemingly out of second chances and on the […]

The Scene: ESPN NEXT/CROWN ROYAL SUPERBOWL PARTY
When Crown Royal and ESPN do it up, excess is nowhere near enough. ESPN Magazine, as part of Superbowl festivities, hosted its NEXT issue party which forecasts the next groundbreaking athlete will be. The featured athlete and winner was 22-year old Native American and New York Yankee pitching sensation Joba Chamberlain, who who got his first […]

The Wire Tap: Michael K. Williams
Hes baaa-aaack! Everyone on The Wire, even the baddest of the bad, know that Omar Little is no joke. From the vets like Avon and Wee-Bey to the new jacks like Marlo and Michael, there is a healthy fear of Omars wrath in the streets. Prop Joe probably said it best before his unavoidable […]

NFL Superbowl XLII Preview
Weve finally made it to the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Home of Super Bowl XLII. What a journey this has been. There was so much controversy (spygate) and drama (the Pats going 16-0) that this season was probably one of the most interesting seasons football fans have seen in a long time. […]