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Are You 100% Sure That You Are Registered To Vote?

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Are you sure for a fact without any doubt in your mind that you are safe and securely registered to vote? Are you 100% confident that when you get to the polls on November 6 that you will have no problems in doing so? If not, double-check here. Heck… even if you are sure, double-check anyway. In some cases, you could be registered, but listed as “inactive”. CanIVote.org is a nonpartisan web site that was created by state election officials to help eligible voters figure out how and where to go vote. CLICK HERE TO CHECK YOUR REGISTRATION NOW Continue reading Are You 100% Sure That You Are Registered To Vote?

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Go-Go Pioneer Barboo Nate Lyles Has Passed Away

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We are saddened to be reporting this morning the lost of another pioneer in this Go-Go Industry.  Barboo Nate Lyles, Trombonist of the Petworth Band has passed away early this morning. Nate, who passed away at the age of 49, played with the Cardozo marching band as well as Petworth in the 1980s.  In 2003 he became one of the three member horn section that the Backyard Band added to their stage show.  In addition, he also played with Class Band, Ayre Rayde, Guess Who Band, and Dynasty.  He is survived by his 2 daughters Shakia Lyles and Shandy Moore, … Continue reading Go-Go Pioneer Barboo Nate Lyles Has Passed Away

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Big G Debuts As NFL Films Narrator

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Anwan “Big G” Glover, of DC’s own Backyard Band, continues to make leaps in strides.  In his most recent chapter, the man also recognized by the world as Slim Charles from “The Wire” now also provides narration voice of the ESPN2 program “Hey Rookie: Welcome to the NFL”. The new season premiered on Tuesday, September 11 served as Big G’s debut as an NFL Films narrator. Check out a swift clip of his work in action show below: [pro-player width=’560′ height=’316′ type=’video’]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HnMqnhNh6c[/pro-player] SOURCE Photo by Paul Camarata Continue reading Big G Debuts As NFL Films Narrator

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Re-Living Rare Essence’s 31st Anniversary Concert

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Two years ago today the innercity groovin wickedest band alive Rare Essence celebrated their 31st Anniversary with a concert defining the different generations of their existence.  Fast forward two years later (today), Wingsworld has released footage of that historical concert.  Does this mean that this is a sign of a full concert video to be released?  Who knows.  But in the meantime, at least check out the footage below. CLICK TO VIEW VIDEO BELOW: [pro-player width=’560′ height=’315′ type=’video’]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgzRnafu_Gs[/pro-player] Continue reading Re-Living Rare Essence’s 31st Anniversary Concert

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9/11 National Day of Service & Remembrance – Freedom Plaza

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Join Serve DC & HandsOn Greater DC Cares and hundreds of volunteers on Tuesday September 11, 2012 in downtown Washington, DC for 9/11 11th anniversary commemorative event: Tribute to Service. The event includes food truck vendors, a community outreach fair, mini service projects, emergency preparedness demos, local artists and musicians, and remarks by community, local and federal leaders. The September 11th National Day of  Service and Remembrance is a positive and forward-looking way for Americans and others to forever honor and remember the September 11, 2001 victims and survivors, as well as those who rose in service, including first responders, … Continue reading 9/11 National Day of Service & Remembrance – Freedom Plaza

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I Believe The Children Are Our Future… Teach Them Well And Let Them Lead The Way

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After not placing in his eighth-grade science fair, Tony Hansberry was determined to do better the following year. He got an idea from an administrator at Shands Hospital — where he’d interned — and in the ninth grade created a procedure that he presented to surgeons at a medical conference. Now a junior at a Darnell-Cookman Middle/High School of the Medical Arts, Hansberry said about his future, “I was looking at neurosurgery, but I’m keeping my options open. I know I want to be a physician, not just a surgeon.” ————————————————– It is always a great thing to be able … Continue reading I Believe The Children Are Our Future… Teach Them Well And Let Them Lead The Way

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President Obama: Full Transcript & Video of DNC 2012 Speech

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President Obama delivers his speech at the DNC on Thursday night. ————————- Michelle, I love you. The other night, I think the entire country saw just how lucky I am. Malia and Sasha, you make me so proud.but don’t get any ideas, you’re still going to class tomorrow.   And Joe Biden, thank you for being the best Vice President I could ever hope for. Madam Chairwoman, delegates, I accept your nomination for President of the United States. The first time I addressed this convention in 2004, I was a younger man; a Senate candidate from Illinois who spoke about hope … Continue reading President Obama: Full Transcript & Video of DNC 2012 Speech

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Bill Clinton: Full Transcript & Video of DNC 2012 Speech

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A transcript of former President Bill Clinton’s remarks Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention, as provided by the Democratic Party: ——————————- We’re here to nominate a president, and I’ve got one in mind. I want to nominate a man whose own life has known its fair share of adversity and uncertainty. A man who ran for president to change the course of an already weak economy and then just six weeks before the election, saw it suffer the biggest collapse since the Great Depression. A man who stopped the slide into depression and put us on the long road … Continue reading Bill Clinton: Full Transcript & Video of DNC 2012 Speech

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Michelle Obama: Transcript & Video of DNC Speech

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Transcript of first lady Michelle Obama’s speech Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention, as provided by the Obama campaign: ———————————- Thank you so much, Elaine. We are so grateful for your family’s service and sacrifice . and we will always have your back. Over the past few years as first lady, I have had the extraordinary privilege of traveling all across this country. And everywhere I’ve gone, in the people I’ve met, and the stories I’ve heard, I have seen the very best of the American spirit. I have seen it in the incredible kindness and warmth that people … Continue reading Michelle Obama: Transcript & Video of DNC Speech

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I may be just a foolish dreamer… but I don’t care. – The Story Behind “Zoom”

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The Story Behind “Zoom” Without a doubt, one of my favorite all-time top 10 songs has always been the tune by the Commodores called, “Zoom”.  From the moment it is on, there is a distinctive hi-hats/rim shot combination blended with a bass drum drive and conga rudiments that basically sets the tone and mood for the rest of the entire song.  But once the lyrics begin to set in, it’s on.  What was already vibe zoning groove catapults with some of the most powerful and deep lyrics that I have ever come to hear. As with many songs, we tend … Continue reading I may be just a foolish dreamer… but I don’t care. – The Story Behind “Zoom”

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Violator Founder Chris Lighty Has Passed Away at the Age of 44

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Longtime Hip Hop executive Chris Lighty has died.  The New York Daily News has confirmed that Chris Lighty was found dead at his apartment in Bronx, New York this morning at 11:30 am EST. He was shot in the head in what arriving officers reported was self-inflicted. Police officials also told the newspaper that Lighty was newly divorced. Lighty was integral to the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, N.O.R.E., Diamond D, and many others. After growing up under the tutelage of Hip Hop icons like DJ Red Alert, Lighty began working professional at Russell Simmons’ RUSH Management firm in … Continue reading Violator Founder Chris Lighty Has Passed Away at the Age of 44

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Chuck, Donny, Bill & Barack Sides Ben’s Chili Bowl

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Take a trip from now on to Ben’s Chili Bowl, and painted right on the side of the building, you’re going to catch the latest mural from artist Aniekan Udofia. Although this mural is the 5th mural to be created this summer through the Murals DC program,  this particular one celebrates some of Ben’s famous patrons: Barack Obama, Bill Cosby, Donnie Simpson, and the late Chuck Brown.  Aniekan, along with some help from apprentices, hopes to have this one completed by by this Tuesday, August 28th. Gee… I wonder if they have enough time and space to ad Little Benny … Continue reading Chuck, Donny, Bill & Barack Sides Ben’s Chili Bowl

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Songbird Reesa Renee Continues to Inspire at the EZ Street Twitter Awards

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DMV Songbird Reesa Renee performed two tracks from her debut album at last weeks @EZSTREET Twitter Awards. On the Liv Nightclub stage, Reesa teased fans with her sultry voice and hometown sound. In preparation for her Birthday/Album release, Reesa talked about her journey, Wale opening the door for DMV artists, and why it’s important for local support. Visit Reesa HERE. WATCH VIDEO CLIP BELOW: Continue reading Songbird Reesa Renee Continues to Inspire at the EZ Street Twitter Awards