Oprah's Next Chapter: Cissy Houston

On February 11,2012 the world lost an amazing woman, singer and mother. We lost Whitney Houston and it was a heartache no one has quite gotten over.

Oprah sits down with the Houston family matriarch, Cissy Houston in her New Jersey home. This is Cissy's first interview since Whitney's untimely death and this interview was very real.

Oprah covered several topics including Whitney's first taste of drug abuse in the late 80's and through this interview we learned that it was her brother Michael who introduced her to drugs, not Bobby Brown as society wanted you to believe.

Michael currently lives with the guilt and fights his demons on a daily basis because of living with regret. He admits he's alive but not really living because he is still mourning the death of his beloved sister and says he will never forgive himself.

Oprah also talks about Whitney's friendship with best friend/assistant Robin a relationship Cissy didn't approve of and she admitted that she DIDNT know the nature of their friendship and it could have been a gay relationship, one that Cissy adamantly said that she would never approve of , nor acknowledge her daughter being gay and absolutely without a doubt condone it.

Oprah also asked about her granddaughter Bobbi Kristina and it was evident that
relationship is estranged because Cissy demands respect and Bobbi Kristina knows she can't treat her grandmother any ole kind if way.


Overall it was a great interview and questions were definitely answered as Cissy said she wanted to set the record straight with the interview and her book. You could see the pain in her eyes and emptiness that Cissy lives with because she too is mourning her Nippy.



Kisha Green is a author  who has a passion for writing and sharing her witty personality with many through social media. For more info about Kisha, visit her websitewww.divabooksinconline.com and you can also follow her on Twitter @KishaGreen

Happy Birthday to the late Michael Jackson

Since I am the worlds biggest Michael Jackson fan, I thought it would only be right to share some classic videos on his birthday. Also the anniversary of  Bad 25 will be coming out September 18th. So watch the videos and make sure you pick up Bad 25.

New Video: Usher "Dive"

* Usher released new video from his latest album "Looking 4 Myself". I guess it is a way of his celebrating him winning his custody battle with ex-wife Tameka  Foster. Well, watch the video.

The Come Back of Brown Suga

D'Angelo is bringing back cool on the cover of the Aug/Sept issue of UPTOWN magazine.

Actress Stacey Dash, the Singer???

Alot of things can be said about the beautiful Stacey Dash, but I am sorry singer is not one of them. She is featured on Emceenice's "Life of The Party". Hit the link if you want to listen, but it's pretty bad. #JustSayin

http://soundcloud.com/emceenice/life-of-the-party-ft-blakeLife of The Party ft. Blake Smith

Who Got Next? Brian Christopher

I like hearing new music especially in a society where the radio isn't playing that real music us true R & B fans yearn for. Thank heavens for iPods lol! I also enjoying spotlighting talented people. I want to debut this spotlight titled Who Got Next,today with the soulful Brian Christopher. This man is talented and focused and when you hear his voice you will too agree he's what R&B is missing.<--Yeah, I said it!

Allow me to introduce...

Brian Christopher the man behind the music.


“A songwriter at heart”

As an independent Male R&B singer with the release of his debut album "All of Me", Brian Christopher has reached a whole world of music lovers. Released in March 2010, "All of Me" is a groovy and lyrical storyboard of love, lost and gained. To date, the album has gained attention on internet radio in the United States, Germany and UK.

Brian started singing in high school and over the years has been afforded opportunities to perform and record with regional, national and international artists exercising his "CREATIVE FREEDOM". In the last 5 years, he has had opportunities to host several events including the “Rising Stars” showcase at the Kindred the Family Soul concert in 2011 and performs abroad, most recently in Yokohama, Japan on a 3 month singing invitation.

In July 2011, Brian broadcasted the first episode of his internet radio show, "The Brian Christopher Show" which broadcasts to over 1500 listeners every Saturday and Sunday 2-4PM (EDT) on WPBradio.com. In 2012, Brian launched a radio podcast “Soulful Groovin Radio” which highlights independent r&b music from around the world. Since returning from Japan, he has gained the attention of new fans by winning two music competitions: April 2012 Winner-Soul Category-Ourstage.com |May 2012 Winner-New Music Monday-Magic 102.3 FM.

His brand new single Just How You Feel debuts July 13 at Hot Beverage & Dessert, a live soul concert event series founded by Brian in 2010. The event is open to the public and will be helda Studio Gallery DC. Find out more about it at www.hotbeverageanddessert.com. He is also one of the founders of Soulacidity: A Wine Tasting and Concert Happy Hour event which debuted last month in Washington, DC.

Brian Says...

“Everything I do comes from an entire MIND, BODY and SOUL experience. I feel that’s what people CONNECT with....the real, honest, fun, enjoyable, gritty and ugly parts of life. I love LYRICS and how they paint beautiful lifescapes of pain and pleasure”.


For more about Brian and to
download your copy of “All of Me” and new single “Just How You Feel” visit www.brianchristopheronline.com

Much continued success to you Brian!!!

That's all folks! Make sure you support this talented singer.

Smooches


Kisha Green is a publisher who has a passion for writing and sharing her witty personality with many through social media. For more info about Kisha, visit her website www.divabooksinconline.com and you can also follow her on Twitter @KishaGreen

Krusher Exclusive with Tiara Nicole: The Crown Jewel Of Memphis

By: Krusher Kronkite
For The Black Urban Times

In a music industry that is contingent upon exploiting their young artists it is comforting to know there is a new generation of talent that are avoiding the pitfalls of becoming victim of the copious nature of sex and debauchery in today's music and translucent private lives .


Recently I had the wonderful pleasure of sitting down with one of R&B's rising stars Grand Hustle's First Lady Tiara Nicole. During our brief conversation I immediately became aware of her maturity far exceeded her recent birthday of 20 years on planet Earth.


Time didn't allow us to speak very long as she was scheduled to grace the stage to perform just minutes away from our brief conversation and with tape recorder in hand I wanted to make sure that I captured every syllable of this Memphis belle in all of her splendor.



Krusher: Hi sweetie, thank you for your time on such short notice. For all of those out there that would like to get to know you ; could you briefly give them some info please?

Tiara Nicole: I was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee and at the age of 5 I began performing around the city and statewide events.

Krusher: What initially brought you to the ATL and how long have you been living there?

Tiara Nicole: I wanted to move to Atlanta to pursue my passion in music and transfer to Clark Atlanta University and once I became enrolled I began going to school in the morning ,singing at SOHO's (restaurant) performing open mic's, and taking the train back and forth while working a part-time job at night. And I've been living here for two years.

Tiara Nicole with Trina

Krusher: Wow, I see that you're really grinding hard and I wanted to know how did you manage to get down with T.I.'s Grand Hustle and Killer Mike's Grind Time Official imprints?

Tiara Nicole: Actually Killer Mike and Myself share the same manager Joe Baker and he's been working with T.I. for along time and Mike is like a big brother that I look up to and take everything he says into consideration.

Krusher: How much input does T.I. and Mike have in your recording process and if so are they hands on?

Tiara Nicole: There are both hands on including my manager and they all have their input that I value dearly.

Tiara Nicole with Jermaine Dupri

Krusher: When I first came across your myspace and facebook page you appeared as if you were that girl next door with your single "Haters" remix Featuring Princess of Crime Mob receiving 20,000 plays and "Real Man" reaching 2 million. So I would like to know how are you adjusting to all of the attention?

Tiara Nicole: It feels really good to have so much support with so many Youtube plays and views and I am humbled and I appreciate it a lot and take the time to respond to all of my fans personally.

Krusher: Lets talk about your collaboration with Princess from the Crime Mob and the success of "Real Man". You come from a surprisingly mature perspective in that song despite your age and what are your opinions on the subject matter?

Tiara Nicole: Well I have to give credit again to my manager who introduced us and Princess is like a big sister that actually wants to get vocal training to be on one of my songs. I feel like even though i'm young I value a real man and I know what it feels like to want one. After I created the concept I sat down and wrote down everything I wanted and its crazy that alot of women agree and were waiting for a song like this to come out for a long time.

Tiara Nicole with Bryan Michael Cox


Krusher: Growing up in Memphis what are the differences between Atlanta and your home state?

Tiara Nicole: The only difference is Memphis is smaller and we have alot of talented artists that are paving the way for the future generation.

Krusher: What is your motivation in a business that can be rather difficult for a young lady to navigate in?

Tiara Nicole: I love empowering women and that was one of the reasons I created those songs. I want to let them know that you can be strong and stand on their own two feet and I would I love to establishment my own non-profit organization to give back by helping them get through some of the things that I went through.

Krusher: I agree, I strongly feel that there aren't enough mentors in our communities that will commit to the responsibility of encouraging and taking the time to listen to our young men and women to help find ways to reach their full potential.

Tiara Nicole: Exactly I totally agree. They need positive role models and images and I would like to lead by example by not putting out anything that will affect them negatively.

Tiara with Chaka Zula

Krusher: Who are some of your role models?

Tiara Nicole: My stylist Victoria Johnson who does my hair and makeup. I look up to her like you wouldn't believe and she keeps me grounded and keeps me humble.

Krusher: So please tell me when we can expect for you to drop some new material and see you in person?

Tiara Nicole: I have a mixtape dropping hopefully by the end of the summer entitled "The Journal" and you can visit my page to find out about my tour dates and appearances.

Krusher: Tiara I truly appreciate you taking the time out to sit and chit chat and I realize that you were pressed for time. We are rooting for your continued success and looking forward to hearing from you soon good luck on your performance.

Tiara Nicole: Thank you ,it was a pleasure talking to you as well and thanks for your support.

Finals Thoughts: I guess its safe to say that her royal bloodline of influences (Al Green, Aretha Franklin, and B.B. King) also born from the rich Memphis soil is destined to be crowned with the glory upon her her success and Tiara is a name that radiates her natural essence. Happy Birthday!

Krusher Kronkite
Hands On Mentor " Source"


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