Hey young world. The weekend is calling and I’m answering the phone. It’s been the usual five days with conversation ranging from the end of the Cash for Clunkers program to students going back into study mode with the start of another school year to death of Senate fixture Ted Kennedy.

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kennedy family and anybody who was affected by the work done by the liberal lion during his more than 40 years in the Senate. Shout out to Venus and Serena Williams, who became the first female African-Americans to hold an ownership stake in a NFL franchise when they became part owners of the Miami Dolphins and the sounding boards, who always seem to know where to find a good deal.

So let’s get down to business with … the Last Word for the week ending August 28, 2009.

1. Beyonce, Rihanna and Kim Kardashian Become the Most Dangerous Celebs in Cyberspace

Beyonce Knowles may be set to be honored as Billboard’s Woman of the Year in October, but it may surprise people to know that she is a dangerous person. A simple statement, but is it true? If you answered ‘Yes’ then you are correct. According to McAfee, Inc. Knowles is the second most dangerous celebrity on the web. So much so that inputting “Beyonce ringtones” into a search engine can result in finding a dangerous web site that links to an adware and spyware distributor.

And Bey’s not the only one. Rihanna and Kim Kardashian also made the McAfee report, coming in at 13 and 15, respectively. So if Mrs. Carter, Rihanna and Kim didn’t top the list, who did?

And the most dangerous celebrity on the Net is … Jessica Biel. McAfee says that searches for the actress result in a one-in-five chance of ending up at a site that houses spyware, adware, spam, phishing, viruses and other malware. Others who made the third annual dangerous list include Jennifer Aniston, Tom Brady and Jessica Simpson. President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama were among the safest celebs as they came in at no. 34 and no. 39, respectively.

So now we got celebrities that can cause problems to your computer if you’re too into them? This gives a whole new meaning to getting burned huh! What’s next? I guess depending on the site, you get syphilis, crabs or, in the extreme cases, HIV or AIDS that results in a complete system shut down. Need a new computer?

2. Brian J. White Campaigns for Luke Cage Close-Up

We all know that black superheroes are a rarity in comic books. And even more scarce in movies. So even the hint of a black superhero film can bring out those who may not fit the usual Hollywood Super Friend mold.

Which seems to be the case with the talked about plans to bring Marvel Comics hero Luke Cage to the big screen. John Singleton has been loosely attached to direct Cage’s big screen debut, which has seen Tyrese Gibson’s name thrown into the pot as a favorite to star.

Despite this, there have been no solid plans regarding the project. Which opens the door for Stomp the Yard’s Brian J. White to score the role. In White’s eyes, he is the perfect choice to bring Cage to life. To hear him tell it, he’s been campaigning for the role for years

“I’ve been saying it over-and-over again in the press for years! Those are the roles – Green Lantern, Green Hornet, Luke Cage. There’s some other graphic novels – some horror ones – that I also like, but I really would love to do Luke Cage,” Whit told Moviehole.net, while mentioning how he has the physical and acting skills to command the screen as a potential new member of the cinematic Marvel Universe.

“I think I have the skill-set” fit for a superhero movie,” he said. “Like Iron Man, you have to be able to handle drama and comedy; you have to have the physique to be able to take off your shirt; you have to have a certain statue – if you’re 5’8 it doesn’t really work so well, unless it’s a small superhero – and you have to have a certain athletic ability. That’s what I’m angling towards. These are $150 million-dollar movies, so I’m trying to pay my dues, and do the work, so that I might get a look-in.”

All this effort for a film that may or may not even come out. Well, I guess it’s nice to see Mr. Lee putting his bid in early. In this day and time, it never hurts to overextend yourself in the name of job security. And if they finally start work on this film (which I hope they do), the question is will Luke Cage stomp the yard like a true super hero or will he simply be a baby boy? Who would you pick to play the guy?

3. Sly Stone Documentary Details Singer’s Current Plight and Alliance with Michael Jackson

Famed singer/songwriter Sly Stone has become the latest victim of shady dealings. In a new documentary on the entertainer titled Coming Back for More, Stone’s current state is anything but pleasant has it details the aftermath of a relationship gone sour between Stone and his former manager, Jerry Goldstein.

In his first filmed interview in more than 20 years, the singer admitted to making the mistake of turning over all of his musical rights to Goldstein at the end of the 1980s. The manager was under contractual obligation to pay out an allowance to Stone as an agreement was reached that Goldstein was responsible for payment of fixed expenses and costs. The move proved disastrous as Goldstein ended up cutting off the payments. Despite having a legit case against Goldstein, Stone cannot afford a lawyer to fight on his behalf.

In fact, the Family Stone front man, who has shunned TV interviews for more than 20 years, has been living in campers and cheap hotels while living off his social security. An end to Stone’s financial plight was almost a reality via an agreement he reached with Michael Jackson, who had bought u the rights to many of Stone’s royalties. The music icons were working together as Jackson recruited Stone to write songs for his new album and convince the reclusive vocalist to tour again.

Despite the progress, the alliance fell apart with Jackson died in June. Coming Back for More featuring Sly Stone is slated a September release.

4. Next Destination for Soul Train: The Big Screen

Somehow, I should not be surprised at this, what with all the movie treatment given to old shows. But I’m curious as to how they are actually going to turn Soul Train into a full-length feature film.

Variety reports that the long-running show’s host and producer, Don Cornelius, will serve as a co-producer on the project with Darryl Porter and Aaron Geller of Porter/Geller Productions.

The Soul Train movie will reportedly be set in the 1980s and center around a gifted “popper” named Protag who wants to be a part of the Soul Train tour. The movie’s plot came about after Cornelius told the film’s writer, Malcolm Spellman, that he’d always wanted to do a tour with bands and dancers.

“Writing with Don involved is quite an experience,” Spellman told Variety. “He’s still the godfather of cool.”

It will definitely be interesting to see what they come up with. Let’s hope the Soul Train line will get in there in some way. But really, how much of Soul Train can you stretch into a film? And who will they get to portray Don Cornelius with his stiff neck? Maybe Orlando Jones? Can you see him with a super afro acting like the godfather of cool? Sounds like a comedy in the making. Stay tuned.

5. A Word or Two About Aaliyah

This week marks eight years since we lost Aaliyah Haughton. I don’t know about you, but I still miss her. There was no denying that she had a presence about her.

Just check out one of her classic videos or hear any of her collaborations and it’s plain to see how unique she was in a music scene full of clones. There’s definitely too many classic hits. It would be hard for me to pick out one song as my favorite. She had too many. “Back and Forth,” “Hot Like Fire,” “Come Back in One Piece” with DMX, “Are You That Somebody” (original and remix), “One in a Million,” “4 Page Letter,” “The One I Gave My Heart To,” “More Than a Woman,” “Rock the Boat.” And those are just the original tunes. The remakes she did (The Isley Bros.’ “At Your Best (You Are Love) and “Choosey Lover”, Marvin Gaye’s “Got to Give It Up” with Slick Rick) stood out on their own as well.

I can only imagine what she would be doing now if she were alive today. Ask yourself this. Would any of today’s songbirds be making music the way they do if Miss Haughton were still doing her thing in the studio?

Then there are the movie roles. Rome Must Die still gets play on the DVD player and will probably get another spin sometime this weekend. That performance at the Oscars could’ve been a preview for an awards speech somewhere down the road. So much potential, so much of an impact in her short time here. Like Michael Jackson, Aaliyah left us way too soon.

We miss you baby girl. Wish you were still here to bless us with a smile, a song or simply grace us with your presence onscreen. No matter what, we’ll continue to keep your memory alive and cherish the time you made our lives and music something to hear and value. Both now and forevermore.

In Other Words…

There may still be life left in The Game. According to The Hollywood Reporter, BET is in talks with CBS TV Studio to bring back the recently cancelled Girlfriends spin-off. The network, which already airs repeats of The Game and Girlfriends, began preliminary talks about acquiring The Game with a string of original episodes. The Game aired on the CW network for three seasons before its cancellation in May

Phylicia Rashad is looking a little slimmer nowadays. The 61-year-old Cosby Show star, who has logged in 8 months as a Jenny Craig spokesperson, has shed met her weight loss goal by losing 35 pounds. Rashad did the deed by meeting with a consultant about her program, which was based on a 1,200-calorie a day diet and 30-45 minutes of activity up to four times a week. Activities included a variety of floor exercises, light strength training and the use of a recumbent bike.

And Rashad couldn’t be better as admitted to feeling “so much lighter” after reaching her goal weight. “There’s just an overall sense of well-being,” the actress said in a statement. “And there’s the increased energy as well, too. It’s nice to have people say you look nice.”

You can see the results for yourself when Rashad unveils her new figure in a commercial that will debut Saturday (Aug. 29).

The Michael Jackson honoring continues as the Apollo Theater posthumously inducts the singer into its Apollo Legends Hall of Fame. In to receiving the theater’s highest honor, Jackson will receive a spot on the Apollo’s Walk of Fame, and a plaque memorializing him. According to reports, the Walk of Fame is scheduled to be constructed this fall. The Michael Jackson plaque is set to be installed next spring.

French poet Victor Hugo once said, “Music express that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.” Tremaine “Trey Songz” Neverson breathes life into Hugo’s eternal sentiment each time his hand grips the mic.

Trey Songz’ heart is effortlessly shared with his public. A sincere prayer in dedication to his family is forever etched above his beating heart. This tattoo is just one of ten. Although Trey possesses the vocals of an established R&B crooner; his mere being challenges the antiquated idea of what constitutes an R&B star.

As an emerging lyrical talent that is maturing in the spotlight, many have noticed his unwavering confidence, and are applauding his sense of self. Truly balancing politeness with professionalism AllHipHop.com catches up with Trey Songz to discuss his third album, Ready. We delve into the motives behind the “D.O.A. Kellz” situation and ask the questions that make the publicist jump in. There won’t be any more discussion of asphyxiation or any groupie tales, but this is a must read.

Let’s us break tradition and start this interview at the end, as it slowly unraveled even though there was no malice intended.

AllHipHop.com Alternatives: Trey, do you mind if I begin to ask you more personal questions?

Trey Songz: Sure.

AHHA: On your album Ready did you write the track “One Love”?

Trey Songz: “One Love”, no, actually Johnta Austin wrote it.

AHHA: In your opinion is it written to display your love for an actual woman or is it a representation of your love affair with music?

Trey Songz: It could be used for whatever you’d like it to be. I think that when it was originally written it was definitely written about, the passion you have when you’re in love with somebody—the passion that you have when it’s undeniable love—when that’s the only person you want, that’s the only person you need in your life.[It’s like] y’all two are one and there’s nothing that can stop you. It’s funny; because, when you mention that; I had never even thought of it that way. That makes a lot of sense; you can look at it that way, metaphorically.

AHHA: Have you as a man experienced that kind of love?

Trey Songz: In some ways, I’ve definitely been in love; but, I don’t know if it was that love. I haven’t encountered that yet.

AHHA: Given your profession and your popularity, do you have the capacity to recognize and appreciate a good woman?

Trey Songz: I know the traits of a good woman and strong woman. I was raised by one. I’m not actually looking for one; although, one would be nice. I don’t have the time to give to a good woman; [the time] that she deserves.

AHHA: So, are you just enjoying a d*** slanging phase right now?

Trey Songz: Am I enjoying my d*** slanging phase right now?

AHHA: Yes.

Sydney: [VP, Publicity, Atlantic Records, who has been monitoring the call chimes in] Niki, can we keep these questions about the album?

AHHA: Recently, there have been a lot of different marketing tools used to help promote different artists upcoming projects. Do you ever envision yourself embracing any of these “trendy” marketing techniques to help bring popularity to your album?

Trey Songz: What marketing techniques are you speaking on?

AHHA: Sex tapes, naked pictures, Twitter beefs, things like that—

Sydney: [curt imposition] Niki, we need to keep this about the album.

AHHA: That was about the album. Trey, you have the last word, until next time, what would you like to leave with your fans?

Trey Songz: Ready, September 1st, it’s all love.

It was all good a few moments before this line of questions. Let’s start over.

AHHA: Ready, which drops on September 1st, is your third album; as a natural progression you seized more creative control. Which tracks best demonstrates your growth as a singer and as a songwriter?

Trey Songz: You got “Your Side of the Bed,” you got “Black Roses”—“Where You Are” just to name a few.

AHHA: Okay; how do you go about picking your singles?

Trey Songz: Well, actually, for this process, “I Need A Girl”, it wasn’t a decision, everybody liked it. The single joints just have kinda made themselves throughout this album. “LOL:)” was leaked; then in fact, [it’s] a record which is getting a lot of airplay now, [it] was leaked. “Successful” that is going on my album as well. It was already being talked about [as far as] getting a video [shot] as well, even before I had a verse on it. Everything kind of came to light by itself.

AHHA: Trey Day, your sophomore effort, only featured Bun B and Jim Jones; what propelled you to reach out and secure the features that you have for Ready?

Trey Songz: It’s only four features; Fabolous, Soldier Boy, Felon and Gucci Mane.

AHHA: What’s your secret to ensuring that your features are complementary and not overwhelming?

Trey Songz: Well, I think it’s a point to where, if you have too many features it begins to be a compilation. An album is about the artist who it actually is. I think that the [features] should be tasteful and that they should be placed throughout the sequence to where it makes sense. Sequencing is very important in an album, period. Like, you can have a lot of great records with a lot of great talent; but if they’re placed incorrectly, you won’t have a great album.

Drake and Trey reconnect…“Successful”

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AHHA: The word successful may be used to describe your career. What was it like reconnecting with Drake?

Trey Songz: Drake’s the homie; we’ve been working together for a while. We got together and recorded the record we recorded. We kinda sorta never lost the connection, as far as music goes. But, you know, we’ve been working together for the past three and a half years. So, to be back together, with both us of at this “idol” of success is definitely a great feeling.

AHHA: You’ve been nominated for many awards; the public is recognizing your talent. How does Tremaine Neverson define success?

Trey Songz: Success is within myself—success is when my little brother is proud that he has a older brother to look up to, that being me—success is being able to pay my Mama’s bills, you know—success—I’m already successful without the accolades. Tremaine Neverson, the man, is very successful.

AHHA: I like that answer. You’re staying busy, please tell me what’s cracking with the mini-promotional tour that you have to promote Ready.

Trey Songz: Right now, I’m on the road; I’m on my way from West Palm Beach to Miami. What we’re basically doing is different things with the fans and different listening [sessions] at the radio stations. There’ll be 20 or 30 at the max, you know, we be kicking it. They get to asking their questions; I’ll take pictures and sign autographs. I’ve been doing that three or four times a day in different markets. It’s a good way to touch bases with the fans before things get all crazy. They do Q&A interviews [with me] live on air with the fans. It’s a lot of press and a lot of meet-and-greets; it’s very hard work, actually.

AHHA: You sound a little tired.

Trey Songz: I’ve already been to Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tampa, West Palm [Beach], Miami; and I think I left out two places.

AHHA: So, how do you rejuvenate yourself; how do you stay fresh?

Trey Songz: I have to [laughs]. Even if there is no way; I have to. There’ll probably be one day a week where I get to sleep more than three hours. So, that’s usually all I need—just one good night of sleep a week—most nights I probably get three or four hours, if that.

AHHA: You’re better than me; I’m no good without sleep.

Trey Songz: I sleep when I can. It’s a hard job; but, somebody got to do it. I’m up for the challenge.

AHHA: Check you out; I like the confidence. When should your supporters expect a full-scale Trey Songz “Nasty-As-He-Wants-To-Be” tour? Who else would you invite to accompany you on the road?

Trey Songz: A “Nasty-I-Wanna-Be” tour? [laughs] Is that right? I’m working on putting something together; but, it’s not called the “Nasty-As-I-Wanna-Be” tour though.

AHHA: You can have the title if you want it; it’s not?copyrighted.

Trey Songz: Actually, I’ve been working on some stuff with Mario; so, that’s the next objective. From there, like I said, I’ll be doing things at small, intimate type of venues, like the House of Blues and things of that nature. That will probably take me to the end of ’09. By then I’ll take another look at my fan base. As far as the “Nasty-As-I-Wanna-Be tour”, I dunno when that’s coming.

[shared laughter]

Trey Songz takes a shot at R.Kelly for using Autotune

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AHHA: They say that retrospect provides 20/20 vision, with that being said, what do you think about the way that you voiced your dissatisfaction with R. Kelly and the prevalent use of Autotune on his debut mixtape, The “Demo” Tape.

Trey Songz: What do I think about the way I voiced my opinion? I wouldn’t do anything different.

AHHA: Since then have you reached out to R. Kelly to have a man to man conversation with him?

Trey Songz: No, I haven’t.

AHHA: Where do you draw the line between being competitive and being disrespectful?

Trey Songz: Where do I draw the line? The “Death of Autotune Kellz” wasn’t about competition—first of all. Where do I draw the line between competition and disrespect? In this game, you know, my competition is myself. That was the first time y’all have ever heard me saying something like that; because, I was disrespected in the genius that is R. Kelly. Outside of that I stay in my own lane, as a man, as a person, I won’t disrespect unless I feel disrespected.

AHHA: “Brand New” the companion single to “I Need A Girl” has glimpses of Autotune on it; how do you justify this?

Trey Songz: Man, there isn’t on the album, it has no Autotune on my lead vocals. My album has no Autotune on it.

AHHA: Are you one of the people who believe that it’s T-Pain’s niche and everyone else should set it down and walk away?

 Trey Songz – “Brand New”

Trey Songz: T-Pain can sing; he can sing without it. I think it’s cool; because, he started it—well, not started it—he’s the one who brought it back to into effect. I wasn’t speaking on Autotune, I was speaking on R. Kelly. Not only was it about him using Autotune, I’m speaking of him falling into the crevices, trying to be what’s current instead of being what’s in him.

AHHA: With R. Kelly falling in with what’s popular, instead of him embracing his natural creativity and just being the timeless talent that he; is that where you began to feel disheartened?

Trey Songz: I think that he started to follow the trends of what was going on. You know, I think that he was stooping to the level of those that—that make that kind of music, you know trying to stay current; but, in the process of it he ended slipping more than anything else. With the last mixtape that he put out, which is interesting; because, he’s never put a mixtape out. And with the last album he did, he’s never used Auto-Tune either; but, it had hella Autotune. It’s very T-Pain inspired; but, it’s all cool. I like “Number One.” I think he’s gonna have a good album.

AHHA: There’ve been constant comparisons between R. Kelly and yourself; have you subconsciously come to resent this comparison?

Trey Songz: No.

The End.