Actress Taraji P. Henson along side of actor Terrence Howard co-host the 2009 Soul Train Award in Atlanta, Georgia on November 3, 2009. The 2009 Soul Train Awards will be aired on BET television network tonight, November 29, 2009.
Dont miss out.......
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Sunday, November 29, 2009
2009 Soul Train Awards
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Members ONLY
Shout out to the boys ova at WWW.FIRSTCLASSSOCIETY.WORDPRESS.COM , Young*Cub and Just a Rare Occasion and my LB Kelly.....
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What He Wears
Ok, so me and my lil brother was siting in the cafe talking about all the brand names we like to wear.
Its clearly obvious from the picture that he's str8 American Eagle and im a little diverse. 
Picture 1
1. Chaps Cardigan
2. Banana Republic White Collar Shirt
3. Blue Levis 505
4. Rockport Loafers
Picture 2
1. American Eagle Cardigan
2. American Eagle Black Collar Shirt
3. American Eagle Black Jeans
4. Black Chuck Taylors
Picture 1
1. Black American Eagle Pole Shirt
2. Tan American Eagle Cargo Pants
3. Tan GBX Boat Shoes
4. White American Eagle Belt
Picture 2
1. Black Gap Collar Shirt
2. Tan Levis 505
3. Louis Vuitton Shoes
4. Gray Polo Ralph Lauren Scarf
It doesn’t matter what we wear because we still some of the flyest guys on the campus.....
Shout out to my lil brother Willie.....
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Moments in Black History
1997 - Death of Coleman Young
Former Detroit Mayor Coleman Young died on this day. He was 79 years old. Young became Detroit's first Black mayor and presided over his adopted city for an unprecedented five terms. Young died at Sinai Hospital of respiratory failure caused by advanced emphysema.
1961 - Football
Ernie Davis is the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy.
1960 - Death of Richard Wright
Death of Richard Wright (52), Paris, France.
1950 - F.M. Jones patents 2-cycle engine
Jones, F. M. Two-Cycle gasoline Engine Nov. 28, 1950 Patent No. 2523273
1949 - Dancer Bojangles dies
Tap dancer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson dies in New York City.
1929 - Berry Gordy, Motown Executive, born
Motown recording executive Berry Gordy, Jr. born in Detroit, Michigan.
1753 - James Robinson is born.
Soldier & patriot James Robinson is born. When he won a medal for bravery at the Battle of Yorktown, he was promised his freedom for fighting with the Americans. After the war, he was sold back into slavery.
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Monday, November 16, 2009
...:::Recipe For A Suave Man:::...
I've noticed that in my recent blogs that the only people in my demographic were women. Well tonight I decided to broaden my horizon and show you men how to properly dress =p. If you dont know by now I love Neiman Marcus. So im looking at all the new pieces for the spring collection of all the designers. Now one thing that needs to come to a stop is the arrogance when it comes to labels. There is more to the world than Gucci and Prada.
Royal Underground
Sergeant Striped Tee
Royal Underground
Applique-Pocket Jeans
Much Love
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These two are the looks I enjow the best on a man:
1.Casual
Royal UndergroundSergeant Striped Tee
$125.00
Royal Underground
Applique-Pocket Jeans
$275.00
This look screams masculinity with a slight V-neck that reveals your chest...not too much, not to little. The jeans are fitted which is nice because that way your not showing your back side to the world. The gray and charcoal combo is not too harsh on the eyes. This outfit can be worn on a normal day or for a night out with the fellas.
Different Views
2. Business Attire:
Versace Collection
Pinstriped Suit
Versace CollectionPinstriped Suit
$995.00
Versace Collection
Spiral Striped Shirt
$275.00
This Jaw Dropping ensemble will make you appear as if the world is in the palm of your hand. Instead of the classic pin stripe shirt, the Versace Collection introduces the spiral pin shirt. Replace the shirt for a Deep V-neck tee to transform your day wear into night.
Different Views
Much Love-Jazzy Joyce
...::::What Beef?::::...
So im having a conversation with a friend last night about who the greatest rapper alive is. Of course i said Jay-Z (I have over 50 songs on my ipod by him) because who else is? Well this man had the nerve to say 50 CENT!, and he continued to say that 50 cent would and i quote "Destroy Hov on any given day"(talk about smoking crack man). So then after that im hearing that there is a diss song out against Jay-Z "I Ain't Ya Average Cat" made by Beanie Sigal.
Supposedly the beef between the two former label mates was because Sigal had strong feelings about the way his success was being managed by his former boss. According to Ballerstatus.com Sigal explains his feelings about Jay saying:
Supposedly the beef between the two former label mates was because Sigal had strong feelings about the way his success was being managed by his former boss. According to Ballerstatus.com Sigal explains his feelings about Jay saying:
"This ain't about a dollar, this ain't about me hating on you, or anything. Cuz, I never asked you for a dollar," Beanie Sigel said. "When I came home from jail ... you ain't come one day to see me. Not one picture, or a letter. I went to the office and asked you: 'Let me off Roc-A-Fella Records, out that situation, because somebody -- no name, no blame -- wanted me and wanted to give me some real money.' You bounced that tennis ball around in your office for an hour, and went back-n-forth with me and told me you wasn't gonna let me go.
"You was in the position to let me make my own money, and you couldn't do that," he continued.
As a follow up, Jay-Z was interviewed as well, and his side of the story was that Sigal felt as if the Roc team members weren't given many opportunites to be as successful as they couldve been. Jay-Z explained that Sigal was given more than enough time to push his fame to this limit saying:
"Beanie Sigel, at the time -- and you can look it up, if you like, let's just be honest -- was driving two Bentleys," Jay told reporters. "I don't know how. It's impossible to drive two cars at one time ... with his momma in the sticks and selling 800,000 records. I don't know what more you can do for somebody.
"What people choose to do when they attain that type of success ... at some point, you gotta look in the mirror and look at yourself. Beanie Sigel had a record deal, a record label, and a clothing line. Never went platinum, ever. I don't know in the history of rap, is anyone done so much with so little," he continued.
So the bottom line is that now Sigal is signed to G-Unit records (sigh*), and now 50 is creating a mixtape that is supposedly targeted toward Hov. Is he crazy?
My question is: What the hell did 50 have to do with all of this? The beef is absolutely ridiculous and i dont understand why 50 would put himself in a situation that is bound for him to fail. Jay-z could recycle "Take Over" and still demolish 50.
But hey, to each his own
Look for 50's mixtape on Novemeber 23rd and you be the judge.
Good luck guys
Thanks to my good friend allen at Ballerstatus.com for the scoop
Much love
Jazzy Joyce
Sunday, November 15, 2009
...:::How She Really Feels:::... Vol.1
*Whats Sexy About A Man?*
Today i was going through some old posts and I came across one titled "Whats sexy about a female?" . I must admit it made me grin quite a bit because it amazed me how opposite women were to men. While men focus on the "physicality"<--according to bed-stuy thats a real word*, women (like me ) are a bit less shallow.
In my opinion, if you are able to sex my mind before my body then its all systems go. This means being able to show me that there is more to you than meets the eye. Dont get me wrong, the "boom boom" is always a plus, but there is something about a man that can conversate my head off that just begins a seductive river for me.
Other females said:
1. When a man pays attention to my pet peeves so he doesn't do them
2.How he can read me and know whats wrong with out me speaking
3.Him actually wanting to take walks with me
4.Patience
5.An assiduous man is always a plus
and the list goes on...
-Jazzy Joyce
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Saturday, November 14, 2009
Oh, You smell good, What are you wearing……..
This provocative hint of tangerine with a touch of Suede set the distinctively sexy mood of a fragrance. Usher says, “made for a man but for women to enjoy” This bottle is priced at $50 for the 1.7 oz in department stores nationwide….
This spicy scent made of rare black tea leaves and zesty eucalyptus dries down as a rich lingering, masculine musk. The bottle’s signature logo celebrates a decade of Jay-Z’s reign with Rocawear. This bottle is priced at $50 for the 1.7 oz at Dillard’s
Her inimitable charisma is captured with the warm allure of vanilla strengthened by the essence of cognac for a smooth, enveloping finish. Noted as “A musk lover’s must have” this bottle is priced at $49 for the 1.7 oz at Macy’s.
Ladies who love super-sweet smells will fall especially hard for this delectable scent that’s so good, you’ll want a bite. This fragrance consists of a splash of pink peony and apple nuances mixed with citrus and coconut from its signature apple-shaped bottle. This bottle is priced at $48 for the 1.7 oz bottle at bonton.com.
Information provided courtesy of Elaine Welteroth writing for Ebony Magazine Famous Fragrances for Fall (November Issue). For full Article, pick up a copy with Diddy feature on the front cover.
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Moments in Black History
Next Level Thinking Ent. strives to promotes education outside the classroom. With that being said, I decided to post five fact about Black History for that given day. Please take this time to educate yourselves for the freebe…..
Fact #1
2001 - Richard Allen (1760-1831).
Richard Allen, the first AME bishop compiled the first black hymnal, "Collection of Spiritual Songs and Hymns, Selected from Various Authors."
Fact #2
1897 - College Founded
Langston University and Voorhees College founded.
Fact #3
1884 - Colonization of Africa organized
Colonization of Africa organized at international conference in Berlin, November 15, February 26.
Fact #4
1897 - Death of John Mercer Langston
Death of John Mercer Langston (67), Washington, D.C. One hundred and twenty-three Blacks reported lynched in 1897.
Fact #5
1928 - Roland Hayes' Fifth American Tour
Roland Hayes opened his fifth American Tour at New York's Carnegie Hall packed with admirers.
Please, know your history……..
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..::::A Red Bottom Winter::::..
So the holidays are coming up and so far I've been invited to two christmas galas. When choosing an outfit themes always cross my mind, and im thinking what better way to celebrate Christmas than with red bottoms (Im talking Chritian Louboutins). While browsing on NeimanMarucs.com I happened to run across a holiday collection by Louboutin. Yes they are very exspensive but in a girls lifetime she should at least own one pair-it's a great investment and they look great. These are my three top picks.
Enjoy!
Christian LouboutinBoquet Platform
$1,025.00
A bit pricy but totally worth the change.
Black Lace is always beautiful with pink
satin to give off the right amount of sexy.
Christian LouboutinMoira Cut Out Patent
$895.00
The Price is a few steps down from
the lace and is just as beautiful.
Instead of the peep toe, there are just
enough cuts to reveal your lovely winter
pedi.
Christian LouboutinErnesta T-strap Satin
$875.00
This shoe screams holiday cheer
with the conveinant bow place right
on top. The satin is gorgeous, plus the platform
is the right size to walk on the icy streets.
*Always remember to work the shoe, dont let the shoe work you =).
Much Love
Jazzy Joyce
Jazzy Joyce
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
“You Can Buy Me A Drink”
So despite the independent female that I am, when I go clubbing male companionship is always a plus. According to a friend of mine, men are completely useless and “we don’t need them.” However I totally disagree. When I club with my girls we have one strict rule; NO CUFFING. That means that we cant “study” one guy for the whole night. Then what happens? You end up bored, alone, and parched. So what do you do? This becomes one of those times when you break the girl code. It’s time for a drink-on him.
How to get Mr. Man to buy you a drink:
1. The eyes have it : Eye contact is key. I heard from another male that eyes were one of the sexiest features on a woman (Learn how to use them!!!!). Make sure you don’t over do it though because there have been times where ladies have tried this and end up cocked eyed (don’t ask, don’t tell).
2. Reverse the Role: Some where down the road females developed this idea that men are ALWAYS supposed to approach them first. According to my cousin (who I may add is very masculine) a woman who is able to “G” him the same way he can “G” her is one of the easiest ways to make him want to know more about you. Being aggressive doesn’t mean getting on your ‘debo’ flow because that’s not sexy. Remember, less is always more when it comes to assertiveness.
3. Small talk: No one likes a dull person. Your mouth has more than one purpose (no pun intended). If you can jibber jabber to your girl friends about how your flow has all the dudes in your life going crazy, then you can muster up a measly ‘hey how you doing?’ or a ‘you look very nice in your Armani exchange’. How ever DO NOT LIE; some men take words literally.
4. Touch Me Tease Me: Physical contact triggers many senses. You can dance with him, caress his hot spots, or simply brush up on him. You can also whisper a little something in his ear to let him know what’s on your agenda.
PLEASE KNOW:
If he buys you the drink, there might be something that he’s looking for in return.
1. Your Number
2. A “ride” around town
3. A night cap
4. Unlimited Cuffing (no bueno)
When you get your drink, always remember to be cordial and say thank you. If he does ask you for you’re your number you can either give him your real one, or give him a rejection hotline one.
Drink Responsibly*
Jazzy
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Step Into The Business World
Jazzy Edition
Over the years, women across the globe have taken the business world by storm. Many of them have proven that the title “ boss lady” is here to stay. However, as a young observer, I’ve noticed that the female business attire has stayed in the safe zone. As your position in the corporate world moves on to the next level, so should your wardrobe.
The Black Suit
Also known as WWW or (World Wide Woman)
Nothing gives you more authority than this classic look. Its bold, rich, and gives you a great statement without words. Although many feel as if black is dull, there are many ways to dress up this beautiful solid. To keep your feminine aura, a pencil skirt complimented with a bold ruffle blouse always splashes the right amount of fun into your ensemble. Remember that your jacket can be fitted, but not tight. You can also add feminine cuff links to do it like the fellas.
JAZZY
The Pin Stripe Suit!!!
The Diva-For a look that will carry from the work place to the night life, think pinstripe all the way. This look gives you the corporate look you need, then transforms into the grown and sexy look you want. Again, the pencil skirt is always a plus. Complete your pinstripe suit with a classic white blouse and then after a long days work, substitute for a cami adorned with a pinstripe vest and bold accessories. All eyes will definitely be on you as you enter your lounge of choice.
The Pants Suit!!!
The Perfect Pants: Back in the day, a woman wearing pants was considered pure taboo. As we exist in the 21st century, women execute the idea of the perfect pant. To stand your ground as a female, a nice crease complimented by flare gives you an elegant approach to the office. If you are not satisfied with just a blouse on top, think bigger. An oversized Cardigan always gives the classic jacket much needed rest.
The Tweed!!!
The Fall Fashionista - Time to think outside the box. When fall transformation begins, so should your wardrobe. Tweed (resembles basket weave) is always a plus. This material keeps you warm and looks good in just about every color. To keep those legs warm until spring rolls around, think neutral to black herring bone stockings and for your upper body, a shark skin turtle neck. To execute your foot work,
try a fierce suede peep toe ankle boot or to be more subtle, plain leather heels.(do not exceed 3 inches)
The International Khaki!!!
Khaki Spring-So this is a tough one. The neutral. It’s cool, calm, and collect. But is it for the work place? Absolutely. Khaki is considered the best international business ensemble. Whether you decide on a pant suit or the classic skirt and blazer combo, khaki is always a great choice for the warm weather. The cherry on top? A pastel chiffon blouse.
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Friday, November 6, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Alicia Keys, "The Element Of Freedom"
Alicia Keys has confirmed that her upcoming album will be titled The Element Of Freedom and will be released on 1st December. It will include current single Doesn’t Mean Anything and the upcoming second single Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart. Alicia Keys is currently featured on Jay-Z’s smash Empire State of Mind as well as having written Whitney Houston’s new single Million Dollar Bill. Make sure you go and pick up your copy…..
Upcoming November Album Releases
November 3rd 
November 17th
November 23rd
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"EMPIRE STATE OF MIND" ft. Alicia Keys
It's finally here everyone, The official video, "Empire State of Mind".
Press play and enjoy.
Let's here it for New York.....
Thanks for visting.
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