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Q: Where are you From? Arab: The way that I say things is
Arab: Moncks Corner, South original and unlike any artist that
Carolina. you have ever heard.
Q: How long have you been Q: Tell us about your company,
pushing this music dream? Get Em Boy Entertainment.
Arab: I have been writing since Arab: Get Em Boy Entertainment
the age of 16, now I ‘ m in my is our promotional team. We put
mid 20 ‘ s. I started getting on celebrity car shows and block
known for my skills about 3 or 4 parties. We have been doing this
years ago. for about 4 or five years and we
Q: What is your inspiration and also bring major acts down here.
motivation? Q: Where do you see your self a
Arab: My motivation is my year from now?
surroundings. Everybody ’ s got Arab: A year from now I see my
a story to tell. The people around company and I doing what the
me inspire me. As a matter of majors do, but with a South Cak
fact, they were pushing me Swagga.
harder than I was pushing myself Q: What words of
at one point. ( R.I.P. Scrap Iron.) encouragement or words of
Q: Who are some of the artist advice do you have for the next
that inspire you both locally and upcoming CEO?
nationally? Arab: There will be a lot of doors
Arab: Busta Rhymes, Jeezy, that you have to push through. Its
Pachino Dino, LiL Ru, and Marly not always going to be sunny
Mar, just to name a few. days but keep strong!
Q: In your time as a Hip Hop Q: Is there anyone out there that
artist, you have seen hip hop as you would like to give a special
a business and a culture go shout out to?
through some changes. What do Arab: To my wife Meme, Trap
you have to say about the Mo, Carminski, Eddie Dynamite,
present state of Hip Hop? Dame Dash, the whole Pitch
Arab: Music is infinite like Black family... they always been
knowledge. Hip hop used to be there for me.
more street oriented and reality
based, now it ’ s more party like. Contact information:
Q: What makes Arab different www.myspace.com/
from any other artist? rizzladabreadman
Q: Where are you From? time right now, James Calhoun, gave
Fatigue: Mississippi, 601 area code. me that name. I am an observer of
Q: When did your love for Hip Hop life and a soldier.
begin? Q: What do you have out now?
Fatigue: My passion started in middle Fatigue: Two mix tapes. One was
school. I hung around old school cats done in Mississippi called "The Spot-
beat boxin'. Pretty soon I was light' and I have my most recent mix
admired by my friends for my own tape out now called "Young Vet in the
writing skills. Game". Go get dat!! My album is in
Q: How long have you been with the works and my single "Do What
Pitch Black Ent.? You Do" is on the streets now.
Fatigue: Since I've been here, 2 Q: Where do you see yourself a year
years. from now?
Q: What is the difference between Fatigue: I see me as being a house-
where you're from Mississippi and hold name. I want my songs to touch
South Carolina? people. I only hope that my legacy
Fatigue: There really isn't a big differ- and my message lives on in my
ence as far as living conditions goes. words.
The biggest difference is the lan- Q: Any personal shout outs?
guage thing. The Geechee accent Fatigue: Yea, wanna give a shout out
takes awhile to get used to. to my son and daughter Shaunta and
Q: What makes you different than the Camo, James Calhoun, Pitch Black
other artists out here? Family, Get Em Boys Ent., Half
Fatigue: I speak on personal issues, Ounce, LiL Boy Production, Seylenna
issues of today, and club joints. My Johnson, who just passed away and
main thing is to get people to listen. family, Dynamite, and to everybody
There is a message in the music. Like that know me I'm keeping moving just
the slaves, we still communicate and like I said I was! Holla at me when
send out codes to each other through you see me!
music. I feel as if only the wise will
understand what I'm saying. Contact info: You can contact Fatigue
Q: Why the name Fatigue? through Willie Vegas's email:
Photos and Interviews by Willie Carpenter of The Lost Society Fatigue: My close friend who's doing mrwallstsc@yahoo.com
Weighing in at 300lbs. and standing at 6ft.5in. , clubs in the city, what‟s your method to staying Kub: I listen to the beat and to the lyrics but if it
hailing from the infamous streets of Downtown hot? got a hard beat, that‟s going to win all day in the
Charleston, he‟s known all around town for club.
Kub: Just being creative talking trash on the
being the hottest club DJ in the “Chuck.”
microphone, and just catering to the Chuck and P.I.M.P: What projects are you currently working
Nominated for numerous awards this year, and
giving the people what they want to hear. on ?
he‟s only getting started! It‟s none other than
the one and only „The Talk of the Chuck,‟ „Mr. P.I.M.P: How long have you been a DJ? Kub: You know I got the Mix or Die Volumes out
Show up and Show out‟ my big homie, DJ Kub. and I‟m on number 4 right now, soon to be re-
He sat down with P.I.M.P for an exclusive Kub: For about 16 years and I feel I still haven‟t
leased.
Geechee One interview to fill the readers in on reached my peak yet.
what he has going on for this year. P.I.M.P: We know in this age and time technol-
P.I.M.P: What inspired you to be a DJ?
ogy rules, but do you feel a DJ should know how
P.I.M.P: What‟s happening with you Kub, what‟s Kub: My love for music, and I like the crowd to spin vinyl?
the mix? control and the good feedback I get afterwards.
Kub: Yes, definitely it started with vinyl. It‟s the
Kub: Chillin family, you know how I do it. P.I.M.P: Who are some of the artist that you‟ve art of dj-ing.
P.I.M.P: Where are you from Kub? worked with?
P.I.M.P: Would you prefer being a radio DJ or a
Kub: Pachino Dino, Killer Skip, Marley Marl, Mr. club DJ and why?
Kub: Downtown family, Romney St. all day.
Taylor, Hevy Hitters, Fatboy, Young Jezzy, Gucci
Kub: I‟ll be a club DJ until I die. I get a lot of love
P.I.M.P: Shout out to all my homies downtown Mane,Yo Gotti, and my dog P.I.M.P.
in the streets, the streets made me. No disre-
Suge Feverboy Ent., Sweets, Pachino and all
P.I.M.P: That‟s a real serious line up . spect but at the radio you have to be structured.
them boys reppin.
P.I.M.P: What‟s the hottest club banger right P.I.M.P: There was a big free Kub campaign on
P.I.M.P: What does the word mix mean to you?
now? the streets and on the Internet so obviously you
Kub: Mix means, What‟s Happening. It can be had a legal situation such as a lot of brothers
used in 100 different ways depending on what Kub: Mr.Taylor Shoot the motherf---er right now, including myself. What advice would you give to
you‟re talking bout, shout out to whoever came and OJ the Juice Man, “I‟m Getting Money.” the younger brothers and sisters to avoid simi-
up with the saying mix. P.I.M.P: How do you know a hit song when you lar situations?
P.I.M.P: You‟re everywhere in all the hottest hear it? Kub: To all the young kids if it‟s not a life or
death situation walk away. It‟s not worth
putting your family and friends through, but you
learn from your experiences. A bigger man
walks away.
P.I.M.P: Are you associated with a DJ crew?
Kub: Thunderkats DJ‟s shout out to all the

Thunderkats.
P.I.M.P: What are some of your goals for the

city as being the number 1 club DJ?
Kub: My goal is to put the city on the map.

Right now we‟re being overlooked. It‟s time for
us to get paid for this music.
P.I.M.P: How should a local artist approach you

about listening to their music?
Kub: I was hoping you would ask that question.

Man, catch me in the streets or holla at me
before the club. Have some business about
yourself, don‟t interrupt me when I‟m in the
middle of DJ-ing at a club talking bout play this.
P.I.M.P: What are some awards you‟ve been

nominated for and received?
Kub: “Geechee One Awards” club DJ of the

year, nominated for SC Music Awards, SC
Crossfade DJ, SME Club DJ of the Year.
P.I.M.P: Tell the people how they can get in

touch with you?
Kub: www.myspace.com/djkub or you can

come see me at the Kush Lounge.
P.I.M.P: It‟s been my pleasure having the

opportunity to chop it up with you like real
players do and everybody don‟t forget to vote
for DJ Kub at www.scmusic.com awards and
www.smes.com GO DJ THAT‟S MY DJ.
LACHONDRIA "MISS O2G" LEGARE TAYLOR B.A.C.S.T.A.N, CMOE, JD RYDER, AND MANY
MORE.
1994 - BEYOND
SHE HAS A PRODUCTION GROUP UNDER HER
SHE IS THE C.E.O AND AN ARTIST FOR OUT 2
AS WELL, YOUNG BALLA PRODUCTION.
GET IT ENTERTAINMENT. SHE ALSO IS A PARTY
PROMOTER. THE NAME SPEAKS FOR ITSELF OUT 2 GET IT
AND DJ FOR CLUB BERNARDS. BEING THE "EVERYTHING WE OUT 2 GET.”

1ST LADY OF CHRON ISLE,WHICH THE
GROUPS NAME IS BASED. CHRON ISLE
AFFILIATION (C.I.A). SHE IS A KRUNKTOBER
FEST AWARD WINNER. WITH 5 CD'S UNDER
THE GROUPS BELT, AND SHE IS DEFINITLY
PUTTING IN WORK.
When you download and burn, choose the disc- THERE IS MORE PROJECTS COMING FROM
at-once option to prevent gaps between the THIS CAMP WITH THE MIXX TAPE HITTING THE
tracks. Next mixtape coming next issue, check STREETS SOON.
mixtape submission guidelines on MIXX TAPES AND DEBUT CD'S BY
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ple to be different and step outside of the
"norm"!! That’s what I did, I stepped outside of
the box. I want my music to be something that
people can relate to. I want to have some sub-
stance. Sure you have music about sex, cars,
IT'S TITLED "JOURNEY" BECAUSE THAT'S money etc.. That’s cool for those who enjoy
EXACTLY WHAT I ENDURED TO REACH THIS music about sex, cars drinks....etc. Kudos to
POINT IN MY LIFE. IT IS AN AMAZING PROJECT them. But what about the people who need to
ABOUT LOVE, PAIN AND TRIUMPH. I AM A RAPE be encouraged? What about the married cou-
SURVIVOR AS WELL AS A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ples who needs that assurance that there will
SURVIVOR. THE ENTIRE PURPOSE OF MY be better days? What about that couple who
ALBUM IS TO HELP THOSE, BE IT MALE OR have been together for years and just can’t
FEMALE, WHO HAS BEEN THROUGH OR WHO figure out how to get their groove back? What
IS CURRENTLY GOING THROUGH SOME OF THE about them? Don’t get me wrong, I have music
THINGS THAT I HAVE EXPERIENCED. I WANT TO on my album that everyone can relate to that
GIVE THEM HOPE. I WANT TO LET THEM KNOW are fun and exciting. But I also have songs that
THAT THEY ARE NOT ALONE AND IF I MADE IT deal with real life issues. They all are real life
SO CAN THEY! I AM NO LONGER A VICTIM, I AM events that happened.
A SURVIVOR. SO THAT IS THE WHOLE
PURPOSE OF MY ALBUM. THERE ARE SONGS "My Life"! , why did you choose that to be the
1st single off of the album?
ON "JOURNEY" THAT EVERYONE CAN RELATE
The album is an amazing body of work, who are TO. I HAVE FANS FROM THE AGES OF 6 TO 65 "My Life" was chosen to be my first single
some of the producers that you worked with on THUS FAR. IT'S A PROJECT PACKED WITH because it sums up everything the album is
this album? EXCITEMENT, JOY, TEARS AND HAPPINESS. about. It’s a song of love, pain and inspiration.
THE ALBUM IS VERY VERSATILE. IT MAKES This song was one of the hardest songs to
The majority of my project was produced by YOU LAUGH, CRY, DANCE AND MOST IMPOR- write. I had to relive some really tragic events
Church from 2 Cool Productionz. I worked with TANTLY INSPIRES YOU. LIKE I SAID, IT'S SOME-
that took place in my life in order to write it. I
Sean Dolby from The Kamillionz Music Groups, THING FOR EVERYONE!
found my self emotionally drained on many
D. Ravenell as well as 40oz from 40oz Produc-
Is their any collaborations with any other occasions. But sometimes it’s necessary to
tions. They are all amazing!
artist? allow your self to go there to bring out what
So what‟s going on with you? needs to be expressed. After the song was
I collaborated with Church from 2 Cool Produc- complete I realized just how much that was
I have had an amazing release. Since my tionz on two songs on my album called "Shady" necessary. It was therapeutic as well. It
album has been released I’ve been crowned and "Give It To Ya". Though we have some reminded me that thru all that I endured, I was
"Best New Female Artist Of The Year" at the other major things in the making...I can‟t speak never alone. God never left me. He taught me
Geechee One Magazine Awards Show 2008 of them quite yet!!! Just keep your eyes and how to love again and how to allow myself to
and recently "Best R&B Female Artist Of The ears out for me! As for other artist, I just did a be loved. It was just amazing!
Year" at The SC Music Awards. I’ve been collaboration with Marly Mar. It‟s a song called
featured in countless magazines and on “Take Control". We had lots of fun doing that What else can we expect from Amore‟ Rayne?
countless websites. I’ve recently been on "The one. :) I‟m also did a collaboration with Lil
"Journey" is available now. 15 hot tracks. You
Steve Harvey Morning Show" as well. As you Shuffle. It‟s hot!! can pick it up @ www.amorerayne.com. If you
can see I’ve been really busy. I’ve been so
You stated that Gospel is your foundation, is live in Charleston S.C. you can pick it up @
blessed. God is good.
their a gospel album in the works? Cat’s Music, Monster Music and Loco Records.
How much creative input did you have on this Everyone please pick it up and support.
album? As of right now, there is no traditional Gospel
album in the making. However, I do consider I’ve gotten so much love from all over the
I was given 100% creative rights. I was blessed my music inspirational to those who are going world! You can expect a lot more from me in
to have an amazing production team that through or who have been through similar the future. I’m going to continue writing. I’m
believed in me and my artistic ability enough to situations that I have. "Journey" is my going to continue putting out hits. I will defi-
allow me to be free. This entire album is based testimony. If God leads me to make a nitely continue to tour in cities and towns near
upon real events that took place in my life. I traditional Gospel album, trust me, I will do it! you! I just appreciate everyone for allowing me
wrote the entire album with the exception of to be me. Thank you!
one track. Church and myself wrote "Give It To When we listen to R&B today it’s either talking
about sex, cars, money, or buying you a drink. To all my fans, thank you for supporting me
Ya". But it’s all real, all true events.
Do you feel that you have to compete to sell and standing by me! Most of all thanks for
The album is called "Journey". How did you music? being so very patient! The wait is OVER! I love
come up with that name? you all! Without you there is no me so thank
No, not at all. Everyone has their own taste. you all. You can join my fan club! At
MY DEBUT ALBUM "JOURNEY" IS MY FIRST They know what they like and dislike. If that’s WWW.AMORERAYNE.COM
SELF WRITTEN RELEASE. IT'S A 15 TRACK what they like then hey...that’s cool. But as for
ALBUM FULL OF MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCES. me, I came to shake up the game. I dare peo- You can also give me a call @ 612-326-5611.
Ki‟Yena Boyd, a South Carolina At the age of 20, Ki‟Yena B decided
native, is no stranger to being in the to take her modeling to another
spotlight. Her father, a well known level. With her hard work and
professional photographer of the dedication she has appeared in
South, sparked her interest in the numerous magazines, calendars,
broadcast industry as well as online profiles, CD covers, flyers and
modeling at a young age, landing her other promotional publications and
spots in a commercial and print ads. gigs. She currently models for
As she got older, she furthered her Carolina Honey's Modeling and
training in modeling under Shaw Promotional team, and Fyne Dymez
Model and Talent Agency and the Modeling and Promotional Team,
nationally know agency, Millie Lewis both of out Charlotte, NC, Seagram
Modeling. Her education was always Gin South Division, Martell Cognac
her main focus, but she never let her South Division, GeeChee One
passion subside. During high school Magazine, and Chill Out Entertain-
she ran for her schools pageants ment, both of out Charleston, SC. In
and won Second Runner up Miss 2008 she won GeeChee One
Freshmen, First Runner Up, Miss Magazine‟s Model of the Year.
Sophomore, and Miss Junior 2003.
Ki'Yena B. is also a 2007 college
At the age of 18, after graduating
graduate from the College of
from high school, Ki‟Yena B became
Charleston with her Degree in
an independent agent under her
Communications. Her goal is to work
father‟s management.
in the broadcast industry while gain-
ing knowledge through working with
promotions through her modeling.
Bobby “DJ Tazz” Washington is the owner of 7 Fthyee Production and CPT Records. I started in the music business at the age of 13. I started
DJing with DJ Mighty Jody and DJ Chazz from Orangeburg, SC and St. George, SC. At the age of 18 I started DJing for Jam Pony Express out of
Miami, FL then at the age of 23 I was signed to Black Pitch Records and release my first song in titled “That‟s Right” at the age of 26. To this day I
have a wife and 2 kids and still DJing. I can be see and heard every Thursday at Club Echelon in Charleston, SC. Right now I DJ at house parties,
clubs, yard parties, and CPT Records. I am a member of Hustling DJ‟s out of Columbus, GA.
My Motto is “Always try to make a difference”.
Q: How did you get started? A: “Love” and “Body Shake” were the two songs A: When I produced my first track “That‟s Right”.
that I wrote but I never put them on the market,
A: I started DJing at the age of 13, with my Un- Q: What do you like to for fun outside of
but “That‟s Right‟ was the song that did make it
cle DJ Chazz and DJ Mighty Jody. working on music?
to the market.
Q: When did you begin DJing? A: I like to shoot pool, crack jokes with friends,
Q: Who inspired you to write the song That‟s
play with my son Timothy and step-daughter
A: I began DJing at the age of 18 for Jam Pony Right?
Briona, play video games, watch movies, and
Express out of Miami, FL.
A: A young lady inspired me to write the song help my wife Alisa on her job.
Q: Who is your Primary Inspiration? “That‟s Right” while we were riding down the
Q: What are you plans for the next 5 years?
street.
A: My primary inspiration is DJ Jazzy Jeff and Kid
A: The next 5 years I plan to go back to school
Capri. Q: How did you first connect with Jam Pony
for electrician and travel.
Express?
Q: What inspired you to start DJing?
Q: Do you have advice for young people who
A: Kenny Williams introduced me to his uncle
A: The love of music, the love of being my own want to become an artist or a DJ?
which is the owner of Jam Pony Express.
boss, and basically making people happy is
A: My advice to young people is to be a leader
what inspired me to start DJing. Q: What is the biggest crowd you have spun
not a follower. Don‟t do Drugs and everything
for?
Q: What was it like spinning your first party? you see on TV is not always real. Stay in school
A: The biggest crowd was about 800—900 and get your education.
A: I was nervous, scared, and wondered if the people at Club 20 Grand.
people would like me. Just ready to be out there Q: What are you doing now?
period. Q: How does it feel to be one of the top and
A: I am currently the owner of 7Fthyee Produc-
hottest DJs in Charleston?
Q: What do you like mot about DJing? tion, part-owner of CPT Records, and a member
A: I feel like I have accomplished something of Hustling DJs & Razor Sharp Records.
A: The fame, being in the spot light and to see even though I do not get the recognition for it.
the look on people‟s faces. Catch DJ Tazz at Club Echelon every
Q: What made you deicide to go into the Thursday night, but please don‟t drink
Q: What was the name of your last song you record producing business?
wrote? and drive.
Blue: A man can be defined by many things, but how does P.I.M.P. define himself?
P.I.M.P.: Well, you know, P.I.M.P., is just a real dude, I‟m real laid back, I‟m „bout my
business, handling mine, like I said, P.I.M.P. stands for Pain Inspires My Progressions. I
feel just like any other young Black male that‟s living in the world today. We go through
all types of similar situations. I‟m no different than anybody else. I‟m a young Black
male. I try to be about my business as much as I can. I love my kids and my family, like I
said, I‟m just a real dude going through some real situations.
Blue: As it relates to your music, how do you see yourself as an artist?
P.I.M.P.: I see myself as one of the best. I take my music seriously.
Blue: What were some of your favorite collaborations? it‟s all about learning from them and moving forward. „em to make some money and wouldn‟t give them a book
That‟s how I see my situation, at the same time, I get and tell them to read this. So I‟ma definitely try and do
P.I.M.P.: Well, that‟s my brother, so it‟s gonna always be depressed about it, thinking about trials and tribulations what I can to help other young Black brothers to prevent
a blessing. We‟ve been tight since we were little. I guess I‟m gonna have to face in the future but at the same these type of situations. Definitely!
now, he really has a good ear for music, all of us do, time, I know it‟s gonna make me stronger.
because we came up in the church. We started singing in Blue: I don‟t want to say last words, don‟t want to say
the church choir and what not… so all of us have a pretty Blue: So tomorrow, you go in and that chapter begins… final words… some words, until the next time?
good ear for music, except I guess at the level that he‟s while you‟re in, what type of things do you think you‟ll be
on, being a very influential DJ in the South, working with working on, spiritually as well as mentally? P.I.M.P.: This your man, Mr. P.I.M.P., Mr. South Carolina,
a lot of people and things like that… it was real good one of the flyest players in the 50 states, that‟s my title.
because his opinions meant something to me. He‟s the P.I.M.P.: Well, first of all, musically, I‟ma definitely be Whether I‟m here or I‟m there, I‟m gonna hold it down for
type of guy that always pushes me to be better as an working on another album. I was thinking of the title the state and I‟m gonna rep the city, no matter where I‟m
artist. Some things he hears, he‟s like my worst and best “Picture Me Rolling 2”, take it back to that old Tupac at… until we meet again.
critic. I love it because it pushes me to go further with my when it was a celebration, when Tupac got out of jail, he
music. There‟s basically nothing I wouldn‟t try with the was just happy to be out here. You could tell through his
music. music, it was like a celebration. That‟s what I was think-
ing about. I‟ma definitely get my mind right, spiritually,
Blue: You are looking at some time… emotionally, mentally, physically.
P.I.M.P.: I was sentenced Thursday (August 28, 2008) to You can never say what type of job or position that you
a non-violent five year sentence. I‟ll be eligible for parole may have when you get in there… I‟ma try and do some-
after a year. That was a situation that happened in 2005. thing with the education department. I‟ma try and help
I‟m not perfect, I make mistakes just like anybody else, some of the other younger brothers, who don‟t really
but at the same time, it was a learning experience for me have that guidance or whatever and they travel down the
because it really made me appreciate and respect wrong path. We make all different kind of mistakes. It‟s
things, the little things that we don‟t really look at like my part as an older Black brother, I gotta give the game
that. Just being here with my kids, just being out here to the youngsters. I‟ll be dead wrong if I said I wanted my
breathing this fresh air, being with all my friends and kids or whatever to go out and do some of the things that
family. It‟s something that I‟m definitely gonna miss , but I did, knowing the consequences. That‟ll make me look
at the same time, it just brought me closer to them. On like one of the biggest player haters in the world. So
another note, it just sharpened me up because, you definitely, that‟s a train of thought that I really started
know, I‟ve been in prison before, and somebody told you getting into, because it‟s only right. We gotta lot of broth-
a lie if they said anything about it is cool. But, you know, ers who‟s fathers are not in their lives and you got some
sometimes when we are young, we make mistakes… but dudes where they would give them a package and tell
Music is not the same kind of product that a
shoe is. You don't sell a shoe the same way you
sell a CD. If you want to sell a shoe, the shoe
itself will not object too much about how you
sell it. Not so with music. The artists and bands
that make music have an emotional
investment in their creation. As 'artists' they
concentrate more on the creative side of
music, and rarely are they well versed in the
intricacies of the business world. So, as
creative creatures they can easily develop
conflicting opinions on how their 'art' should be
marketed.
Songwriters may write songs as a creative

expression. Musicians and singers may record
a version of that song, but a record label pays
the bills for the recording, and then has to find
a way to convince listeners of the song that
owning it will bring some kind of pleasure to
their lives. Business people usually know more
about commerce than art, so the tensions that
exist because of this dynamic can lead to
misunderstandings, and misunderstandings
can lead to disappointments for all parties
involved.
Many solo artists and bands that get signed to

record labels get themselves into trouble with
record label executives because they think the
only thing that is important is the music itself,
while the record label executives and their
team of promotional representatives have very
little emotional investment in the songs they
promote.
From their point of view, it is the responsibility

of a record label to find a business way to sell
the recording they invested in. They may try to
preserve the emotional investment their act's
have in their songs as best they can, but they
I know that your single is on heavy rotation on beyond typical understandings. The major will stop at nothing when, for example, a
The Z, Big DM, and The Beat... and you just got labels, and many independent record labels, promotional opportunity comes up that may be
signed to a major label. Now what? Let me juggle a lot of this and that when they go about at odds with the image or ethics that the artist
educate those that may not know, signing a the business of trying to sell records. Some of may hold. If the label executives see a potential
record label contract is not the end of this these have to do with hard business realities, profit coming from some controversial
musical journey. Now the work truly begins... I while others are quite emotional and complex. promotion campaign, they will usually do what
wish to educate those of you in the business on they have to do to take advantage of that
When it comes down to deciding when a record marketing opportunity. However, at the same
the challenges of staying on the label's radar
will be released, and deciding whether or not to time, if the artist is creating such a nuisance to
once you are signed.
spend very much time and money to help sell them, they may sense a threat to their
Just because you got a record deal does not it, there are some complex issues that come investment or even their egos, and decide to
automatically mean that you will be treated into play, but the biggest one is this: music, cancel a promotion campaign at a moment's
well by your record label. Once a record has after it has been created, becomes a product. notice.
been scheduled for release, a number of
Music is an emotional product, and because of Factors That Determine Priority Releases
factors will determine if it becomes a "priority"
that there will always be issues that come up
at the label in terms of the amount of attention Major labels often find that they have over-
during the recording of the songs, the
it receives. extended themselves by signing too many acts
marketing of the record, or in the personal
The reasons why one artist's new release may relationships that are developed that can within a short period of time and scheduling
be more important to a label than another can deeply affect the success or failure of the too many releases to come out at the same
be determined by any number of things, some project. time. So, when they discuss which scheduled
records have the best chance of success in the artist in order to impress and influence the become a priority at the record label that
marketplace, they may simply push back a manager of another similar hot act, with hopes signed them.
release 6 months to a year. Regretfully, of getting the band on their label someday. So,
By the way, usually, all new releases by super-
depending on an act's actual contract, there when the record of such an artist comes out,
star acts are automatic priority records
may be no guarantees that a label has to ever the label executive may pull out all the stops
because of their star status and the simple fact
release their record. promotionally, to show the manager what a
that they sell a lot of product consistently.
great job the label can do. If the label shows it
On another note, if a label signs an act
can do a good job with a newer artist on that Many people think signing a recording contract
because they play a genre of music that is
manager's roster, perhaps the manager will with a record label means automatic stardom.
currently hot on the charts, but the
send one of his established stars over to the That is not the case, and musicians
negotiations for signing the deal, or the
label, when the existing record contract with approached by a label for a deal would do well
recording process took too much time, they
the established artist runs out. to research that label's track record and
may have missed their opportunity to cash in
reputation for making their releases priorities.
on a current popular music trend, and realizing "Bidding wars" also affect priority status. That
Take my word for it though, if you are perceived
that fact, simply decide not to make the record new single from Songbird is so hot... you can
as a troublemaker by the label executives, or if
a priority release, but to 'sit on it' and wait to hear her song on numerous radio stations. One
they decide that your record shows no signs of
see if another time of year for releasing the label makes an offer to sign her, another label
being accepted at radio, other media, and
record would be more opportunistic. hears about it and ups the bid, a third label
music retailers, that piece of paper you have in
offers even more money. The winner of this
To complicate matters even more when it your possession called a recording contract
bidding war will probably be forced to make
comes to what records will be given the most may be about as valuable as a sheet of
Songbird's initial release a priority. The label
attention by a label, a label executive may sign Kleenex.
will need a sizeable return in sales dollars from
an act only to stop a competing record label
her recording to recoup their large investment. Where is your video? Where is your nationwide
executive from signing them to his label, and
Interestingly, no band or act signed from any radio promotion? Is your single charted on
when the record is released any interest in
bidding war has ever gone on to major Billboard or Soundscan? When is your album
promoting the record takes second place to the
stardom. Not a single one... release and how many copies are being
personal satisfaction of having 'one-upped' a
distributed upon initial release? You can't
competitor….and the act is left out in the cold. When a hot new music style comes on the
answer these questions, then let me ask you
scene, any act that is signed to take advantage
But the ego issue can also work positively for a this, you got signed... now what?
of a new popular music trend will usually
recording artist. A label executive may sign an
White folk wanted to make the USA a great settlers and to fight the Indians.
country.
What did they do? White folk wanted to raise cattle in the mid
They went to Africa and enslaved Blacks to turn west.
the country into an agricultural powerhouse. What did they do?
They hired cowboys to do it (Yes, most cowboy's
White folk wanted to make Washington D.C. a were Black.)
great city.
What did they do? They used a Black to design White folk wanted to explore the North Pole.
the city and Black labor to build it. What did they do?
Adm. Perry took a Black guide along to get him
White folk wanted to explore the western USA . there. The guide reached the pole before
What did they do? Perry. This will be the most memorable election of all
Lewis and Clark took a Black slave with them to time. Obama and McCain stand on two totally
different platforms as it pertains to America’s
negotiate with the Native Americans. White folk wanted to make the USA armed future. I am not telling you to vote one way or
forces better. another, I am just asking you to VOTE. If you
White folk wanted to end the Civil War. What did they do? never voted before, I am not mad at you. If you
were disgusted as I was at the 2000 election
What did they do? Truman integrated the military. when most of Florida’s votes were discarded, I
They freed the slaves who helped win the war. understand. If you decided to not VOTE in the
White folk wanted to improve college and pro 2004 election, I can not even fault you for that
sports and make more money doing so. either… but this time, I want you to make an
White folk wanted to take San Juan Hill honest effort to VOTE this election year. If you
What did they do? What did they do? want more of the same, then you know who to
Teddy rushed up the hill, got in trouble, and They integrated sports and built larger stadi- vote for… but if you want a change, then you
was rescued by Blacks who took the hill. ums and arenas and tougher golf courses. know what you need to do. I want you to reg-
ister to vote and on election day, I want you to
use your constitutional right and VOTE for our
White folk wanted to take the middle and Now, White folk want a new president to next President of the United States.
western USA from the Indians. straighten out the Bush mess. What will they do
What did they do? based on history? Now… do what we do, and VOTE OR SHUT
They sent the Buffalo soldiers to protect the UP!!!
Darlisha Chisolm and F. Khristopher Blue
Did you watch that program that came on America itself can be and is detrimental So, instead of so much attention being placed
awhile back called Hip Hop versus Amerikkka? towards the same group of people. upon the artist who create and the TV
programs which showcase these type of artists
The statement itself proves just how far the All I hear about is how the misogynistic lyrics of
into your household, I imagine it would make
somewhat blind and ignorant fight which artists such as Lil Wayne and Soulja Boy
better sense if one of the members of the
America has shown towards Hip Hop music and destroy the youth of America. I'm sure they do.
round table discussions and picket lines took a
its resulted culture, has truly become. But, ultimately, there is a reason why the
gigantic step forward and asked one simple
album sales of these entertainers continue to
How is it possible that a country supposedly question… if we are truly in the business of
sell millions. There is a reason why the often
built on freedom, directs so much of its trying to clean up America, then wouldn't it be
ridiculed cable stations such as Black Enter-
attention towards a particular entertainment logical to start at the head? I mean, that is
tainment Television continue to add to their
sect, when the constitution which grants that where the true influence resides. The head of
vast media empire.
very freedom, stands largely responsible for the the household that is… step up or shut up.
targeted existence of this particular entertain-
"Still I stand," as rapper T.I. boastfully states in
ment sect? To me, that doesn't speak of Hip his song, aptly entitled “No Matter What”. And
Hop versus America; it speaks of America there is a glaring reason why Hip Hop music
versus America. continues to stand proudly amongst its growing
detractors. That reason being, America has no
It does. It also speaks of hypocrisy. Meaning,
other choice. The only choice is whether you
since America promotes freedom of speech,
choose to listen.
Hip Hop is forever protected by the First
Amendment to the United States Constitution. Also, let's be honest, is there that much of a
Which would thoroughly explain why, regard- difference between the Lil Waynes and Soulja
less of how many boycotts and televised dis- Boys of today, than the NWA‟s and Two Live
cussions are being aimed towards Hip Hop, the Crews of yesterday? At some point it would
music continues to be created. appear that at least one person would realize
how, for all the widely-publicized criticism being
I won't try to convince anyone that certain
offered, all Hip Hop and America has done is
factions of this particular genre music isn't
gone in circles.
detrimental. Of course it is. It can be very
influential towards the rebellious demeanor of It seems as if someone would realize the
every young and immature mind. To think undeniable truth which, sadly, is being missed,
otherwise would be foolish. Why? Because Hip Hop music goes, as America itself goes.
Barack Obama is right.
Now some say he is just sucking up to White people in order to get

their votes but so what if he is. His message is not any less true.
We need our Black men involved in our children's lives so that

Black boys know how to be a good man and Black girls have an
idea of what a good man is.
There is no disputing the reports that children who have fathers

involved in their education do better as a group. There is no
disputing that these same children are less likely to end up in
prison. There is no disputing that these children are less likely to
grow up in poverty.
Black men, we owe it to our children to make sure that they do

better than we did. The true measure of a man is not how tough
you are, what kind of car you have, how much money you have. It's
not any of that. It's how you take care of "Yours". The true measure
of a man is how you ensure your children's future.
That being said, let's not forget that the majority of Black fathers do
the right thing. Yeah, I know about the 70% number of Black
children born to single mothers but that does not equate to 70% of
Black men not being involved in their children's lives. That only
means that they don't live with the mother.
One last point. It's just not Black men that need to step up. If you
have ever been to a PTA meeting or Parent/Teacher Night forget
color and just count the number of men that are there. I'm sure
women will outnumber them at least 3 to 1 if not more. So while
this is an issue that has the spotlight shining on Black fathers it is
not unique to them.
To all the good Black fathers out there keep doing what you are
doing and set the example. Although you are rarely acknowledged
even by our own, I just want to let you know that you are
appreciated.
I am Black and I live in America. I enjoy living here. Of course I do. I mean, where else can a Black man
reside and be endlessly judged, blatantly stereotyped, always discrimi-
Whenever I sit and really think about that statement, which is hardly
nated against, mentally condemned, wrongfully accused, hated and
ever, I realize two things… this shining truth has placed me within a
sometimes even have a noose placed around his neck and tied to some
steel paradox. I'm both fortunate and unfortunate and unless someone
tall and strong tree… all based on skin color alone. Where else but in
knows something that I don't, I figured it would make perfect sense to
the Sweet Land of Liberty can African Americans find themselves
accept and embrace this undeniable fact, especially seeing as how it's
entangled within a confusing web of frustration and injustice so
going to be this way until my final breath. So, I may as well take off my
intelligently woven, where the captured fly becomes upset with the
shoes, stretch my legs, and make myself at home. If I have any say
captured bug which causes them both to lash out against one another.
whatsoever in this matter, it's going to be a long one.
In the meanwhile, "Charlotte" quietly builds more webs.
Although this great country bears an unfortunate and ongoing history of
I digress.
institutionalized racism, which I imagine is largely responsible due to
400 years of slavery and just an overall pure evilness, currently, I can- Fortunately, there is a flip side to each and every coin. And the other
not think of another place where I prefer to live besides America. Maybe side of that rusty nickel, the positive side, undoubtedly states how only
Russia, seeing as how I've been called a black Russian once or twice, in America can Black men have the tremendous opportunity to soar the
but definitely not Africa. I do not care to live in the Motherland. Who educated skies and freely become whatever his heart desires. He may
would I talk to? Where would I go? I don't know anyone who lives there. experience some level of discomfort and turbulence along his
respective plight but as long as he chooses to remain patient and
steady and focused ... eventually, he will land like a bird. In the event of
a crash landing, it will signal the fact that some very bad and f***ed up
decisions were made along the way.
So contrary to popular belief, the Black man now has freedom in

America, unless he breaks a felony law. If so, those civil liberties will
quickly be taken away. Still, I am certain there are more African men
who sit and dream about Coming To America ... rather than Black men
in America who ponder living in Africa. A sentiment which thoroughly
speaks of The Motherland being a great place to visit, but upon given
the choice, hardly anyone holds the desire to live there.
As a Black man in America I never fail to recognize how Black people

have yet to overcome the psychological effects of those 400 years, as
we bear witness daily. But I stand completely proud of the fact that our
people have overcome free labor and possess human rights sadly
unknown to our enslaved ancestors. Again, America fortunately and
unfortunately is our home, the gift and the curse.
Deal with it.
Quiz: Can you Guess Who is Infected?
The characters are made up but the situations can be true.
Jenny, age 22, lives in West Ashley, has had only two sexual
encounters unprotected with her boyfriend of 4 years.
Taneka, age 17, lives with his parents in Mt. Pleasant, has had multi-
ple sexual encounters with multiple men and women, and plans to
attend college next year to pursue nursing.
Shaun, age 19, lives with her boyfriend in Summerville, and has only
slept with 3 people in her lifetime.
Shanta, age 28, mother of two that lives in North Charleston, uses
protection regularly.
Jamie, age 31, married with two children, has multiple flings, works
as an executive at a law firm, and keeps her sexual side on the down
low.
Answers:
Jenny is not infected even though she only has oral sex with her
faithful boyfriend.
Taneka, even though not infected with HIV/Aids, has Herpes.
Shaun, is not infected and uses protection with her partners.
Shanta is not infected now, but has been treated for Chlamydia.
Jamie, even though she is happily married and works at a good job, is
infected with HIV.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are among the Here are a few key points about the disease: STDs can be passed from a mother to her baby
most common infectious diseases in the United before, during, or immediately after birth.
States today. More than 20 different STDs have been Globally, 85% of HIV transmission is heterosexual.
identified, and 13 million men and women are Because the method of becoming infected is similar
In the United States, approximately one-third of new with all STDs, a person can easily pick up more than
infected each year in the United States. Depending on diagnoses appear to be related to heterosexual trans-
the disease, the infection can be spread through any one infection at a time.
mission. Male-to-male sexual contact still accounts for
type of sexual activity (including oral sex). Important approximately half of new diagnoses in the U.S. Intra- Experts believe that having an STD that is not AIDS
Facts about STDs: venous drug use contributes to the remaining cases. increases one's risk for becoming infected with AIDS.
·STDs affect men and women of all ages and back- Because the diagnosis may occur years after infec-
tion, it is likely that a higher proportion of recent infec- STDS Symptoms
grounds.
tions are due to heterosexual transmission.
·STDs have become more common, partly because Common STDs have a variety of symptoms (if symptoms
young people are becoming sexually active at a Infections in women are increasing. Worldwide, 42% develop at all) and many different complications, including
younger age and are having multiple partners. of people with HIV are women. In the United States, death.
approximately 25% of new diagnoses are in women, ·Chlamydia
·People can pass STDs to sexual partners even if they and the proportion is rising. Most common of all STDs caused by bacteria
themselves do not have any symptoms. No symptoms in 80% of women and 50% of men
There is good news on one front: New HIV infections in
Discharge from the vagina or the penis, burning or pain during
Frequently, STDs cause no symptoms, especially in U.S. children have fallen dramatically, with only 38
urination
women. cases reported in 2006. This is largely a result of
Transmitted through vaginal, oral, or anal sexual contact
testing and treating infected mothers, as well as es-
Health problems from STDs tend to be more severe tablishing uniform testing guidelines for blood prod-
Ectopic pregnancy and infertility for women most serious
for women than for men. Some STDs can cause pelvic ucts. complications
infections that may lead to scarring of the reproduc- Treatable with Antibiotics
tive organs, which can result in an ectopic pregnancy In order to understand HIV and AIDS, it is important to Genital herpes: One type of herpes typically causes cold sores
(a pregnancy outside the uterus) and infertility for understand the meanings behind these terms: in the mouth, and another type causes genital sores; how-
women. ever, each type can cause either type of infection.
HIV stands for the human immunodeficiency virus. It o Recurring outbreaks of blisterlike sores on the genitals
STDs in women may be related to cancer of the cervix. is one of a group of viruses known as retroviruses. o Can be transmitted from a mother to her baby during birth
After getting into the body, the virus kills or damages o Reduction in frequency and severity of blister outbreaks
STDs can be passed from a mother to her baby be- cells of the body's immune system. The body tries to with treatment but not complete elimination of infection.
fore, during, or immediately after birth. keep up by making new cells or trying to contain the ·Hepatitis (A, B, C, D)
·Because the method of becoming infected is similar virus, but eventually the HIV wins out and progres- o Hepatitis B most often associated with sexual contact
with all STDs, a person can easily pick up more than sively destroys the body's ability to fight infections and o Yellowish skin and eyes, fever, achy, tired, might feel like
one infection at a time. certain cancers. the flu
o Severe complications, including cirrhosis and liver cancer
·Experts believe that having an STD that is not AIDS AIDS stands for the acquired immunodeficiency syn-
o No cure available, remission possible with some aggres-
increases one's risk for becoming infected with AIDS. drome. It is caused by HIV and occurs when the virus
sive medications
has destroyed so much of the body's defenses that
o Immunizations available to prevent hepatitis A and B
The most common STD infections are Chlamydia, immune-cell counts fall to critical levels or
Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and HIV. · Gonorrhea
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are among the o Discharge from the vagina or the penis
Chlamydia is a bacterial infection disease transmitted most common infectious diseases in the United o Painful urination
when people have sexual relations. It is the most States today. More than 20 different STDs have been o Ectopic pregnancy and infertility for women most serious
common sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the identified, and 13 million men and women are complications
United States. Among adults, about 5% of the popula- infected each year in the United States. Depending on o Treatable with antibiotics
tion is estimated to be infected. Among sexually active the disease, the infection can be spread through any · Syphilis
adolescent females, about 10% are infected. Infection type of sexual activity involving the sex organs or the o Mild symptoms, often goes undetected initially
with Chlamydia is most commonly found among young mouth; the infection can also be spread through o Starts with painless genital ulcer that goes away on its
adults, people living in urban areas, and African contact with blood during sexual activity. own
Americans. o Rash, fever, headache, achy joints
STDs affect men and women of all ages and back-
Gonorrhea is the second most commonly reported o Treatable with antibiotics
grounds.
notifiable disease in the United States. The CDC o More serious complications associated with later stages of
estimates that approximately 700,000 new STDs have become more common, partly because disease if undetected and untreated
gonorrheal infections occur yearly in the U.S., only young people are becoming sexually active at a HIV/AIDS
about half of which are reported to the CDC. . More younger age and are having multiple partners. o Spread primarily by sexual contact and from sharing IV
needles
than 5% of people between the ages of 18 and 35 People can pass STDs to sexual partners even if they
have an infection with gonorrhea that they do not o Can be transmitted at the time a person becomes infected
themselves do not have any symptoms. with other STDs
know about. New strains are more easily spread and
o Fatigue, night sweats, chills or fever lasting several weeks,
are resisting treatment even with strong antibiotics. Frequently, STDs cause no symptoms, especially in
headaches, cough
women.
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection has o No current cure and generally fatal, with death usually
now spread to every country in the world. Approxi- Health problems from STDs tend to be more severe occurring after 2-3 years; medication available to slow dis-
ease progression
mately 40 million people are currently living with HIV for women than for men. Some STDs can cause pelvic
infection, and an estimated 25 million have died from infections that may lead to scarring of the reproduc- · Genital warts
this disease. The scourge of HIV has been particularly tive organs, which can result in an ectopic pregnancy o Caused by a virus related to skin warts
devastating in sub-Saharan Africa, but infection rates (a pregnancy outside the uterus) and infertility for o Small, painless bumps in the genital or anal areas
in other countries remain high. In the United States, women. (sometimes in clusters that look like cauliflower)
approximately 1 million people are currently infected. o Various treatments available (for example, freezing or
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Originally from the (718) boogie
down Bronx, Sassy Sammy WITH INTENSITY YOU GAZE AT ME
(Samara L.A. Simmons) first HOPING I HAVE THE ANSWER...
stepped on the spoken word scene WILLING ME TO SAY THE RIGHT THING
performance wise in 2002-2003 TO KEEP YOUR ANGER FROM SKYROCKETING
but has been performing others BUT ...
poetry since the age of 5. She spits I'VE NEVER BEEN GOOD UNDER PRESSURE.
her drops in English, Spanish and
PLACING ALL YOUR HOPE IN ME
Swahili. She engages in a lot of
TO BE SOMETHING I'M NOT
slam poetry & spoken word
WILL ONLY LEAD TO THE BREAKING
competitions. She has participated OF BOTH OUR HEARTS
in The National Endowment of the
Arts Poetry Outloud where she AND ... I FEEL A TEAR.
became the SC State Champion IT IS TINY
and earned a spot at the National ALMOST UNDETECTABLE
level in 2007. She has performed BUT, LIKE AN UNSEEN PAPER CUT
in venues such as Charleston's IT STINGS LIKE HELL
Black Expo (SC), The Moja Arts KNOWING I CAN NEVER BE ENOUGH
Festival (SC), The Sweet Grass SHATTERS ME.
Festival (SC), The Henry Street TO KNOW THAT I WILL NEVER BE YOUR IDEAL
LOVER, WIFE, SOULMATE
Festival (V.A.), and Dumas Arts
HAS ME REACHING FOR
Festival (V.A.). Most recently she
UNATTAINABLE GOALS
gained recognition for being a
Slam Poet Champion of Roanoke TO BE WHAT YOU WANT ME TO BE...
V.A. and breaking the mold of THE WAY YOU WANT ME TO BE IT.
Hollins University Literary Arts WHICH ISN'T MUCH, IRONICALLY
Festival. In the coming year she
will be in the process of producing SO I FIND MYSELF IMPLODING
her first book of poetry "The Es- FOLDING AND MOLDING
sence of The Scribe" look out for BOILING MYSELF DOWN
sales information. You can catch TO BARE MINIMUM
ADJUSTING SELF TO FIT INTO YOUR
her performing during the school
IMPOSSIBLE LITTLE BOX.
semester at The Mix in Roanoke
V.A. and during the summer at ... I'M TRYING BABY
Kudos, East Bay Coffee, Sonia I AM.
Manila Bar & Grill and most
community programs. She is I LOOK IN THE MIRROR
known to audiences as Sexy Sassy AND KNOW THAT IT'S IMPOSSIBLE
Saucy Sammy, or just plain Sassy TO REDUCE MYSELF...
Sammy. If you would like her to TO DIVIDE AND DEDUCT
come out and perform for your UNTIL I HAVE STRIPPED
AND SUBTRACTED
event just email her at
ALL THAT MAKES ME
SassySammyThe Scribe@yahoo.com.
...ME
"As a poet, it is my belief that I
have power within my words and I AM AN OVERABUNDANCE
that through my poetry I can reach OF ALL THE THINGS YOU BELIEVE
the masses. As a result, in my po- ARE WRONG WITH WOMEN 'TODAY'
etry, I try to raise awareness about TOO STRONG
unpopular subjects within our con- TOO CONFIDENT
temporary society that would oth- TOO EXPRESSIVE
TOO SEXUAL
erwise stay behind the curtain. I
TOO OPEN
also believe that while your on this
TOO FREE
earth your should never not let TOO ... ME
your voice be heard! It is our
charge as conscious individuals to SO WHERE DOES THIS LEAVE US?
better society, but the change has OR LEAVE ME?
to begin with us!" GUESS I'LL KEEP ON
DIVIDING
~Love, Laugh, & Dream ! Sexy DWINDLING
HIDING
Sassy Saucy Sammy~
...REPLACING STRONG, CONFIDENT AND EXPRESSIVE
WITH FLACCID, COMPLACENT AND NON-
PROGRESSIVE Looking at my daughters play in Mister Blue is a Webster
PUSHING the park, I reflect on how I love University Graduate with a
SMASHING how children of different ethnic degree in Clinical Mental
STUFFING THEM INTO YOUR and economic backgrounds can Health Counseling and a
IMPOSSIBLE LITTLE BOX ... minor in Marriage and Family
smile, laugh, play, and eat
HOPING THAT I CAN FIT INTO YOUR
together. I hate how once the Counseling. He educates, em-
SMALL WORLD
...CAUSE I LOVE YOU BABY. ways of the world rears its ugly powers, and entertains.
AND I'M TRYING, I REALLY AM head, it doesn't allow children to
remain this way. Why must race
FOR I WANT TO BE YOUR ALL
divide us so? Why?
I WANT YOU TO LOVE ME FOR ME
EVEN IF THAT ME As a brother, I love my beautiful
DOES NEED TO BE 'TWEAKED' A LITTLE
Dalbert Questions...
Black sisters; their soulful spirit,
the richness of their bodies, their One of my female friends vents to me about her boy-
...ISN'T THAT THE WORD YOU USED?
perseverance. I hate nothing friend not treating her right. When he was broke and
I'LL TRY TO BE LIGHT about them. I do wish that we unemployed, she befriended him and then started dat-
MAKE MY THOUGHTS NOT SO HEAVY could make our minds up to get ing him. She catered to him and he was nice, sweet,
MY WORD NOT SO STEADY and attentive to her. She let him drive her car, because
it together. We need each other.
MY MIND NOT SO UNREADY
his was not operational, gave him all access to her
TO LIVE IN THE CONFINES OF YOUR I love the person I am today. For home, and even gave her virginity to him.
THOUGHT PROCESS
the most part I do. I hate every-
thing I had to go through in When he started working, all that changed. He started
THEN WILL I BE ENOUGH?
OR SHOULD I SAY NOT ENOUGH FOR YOU? becoming who I am. Damn... clubbing and hanging with his boys more often. He
IF I REDUCE ENOUGH would only pop up when he wanted some sex. He would
WILL YOU LOVE ME LIKE YOU LOVED THEM?
I love how good things come to cancel dates with her to hang with his friends. His
IF I SPEND MY NIGHTS PREPARING YOUR MEALS those who wait. I hate patiently phone was filled with suggestive texts and phone logs
INSTEAD OF STUDYINGPOLITICAL SCIENCE NOVELS waiting. I am tired of waiting. of extended conversations with the female this girl-
WILL YOU SMILE ONCE MORE?
I love how life is a continuous friend considered a friend (you read about her on page
IF I AM THE PERFECT STEPFORD WIFE
YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR? learning process. Class is always #13, she had the S.T.D.). He started talking on the
in session. I can deal with that. phone, setting up sexual rendezvous as well.
I KNOW I CAN BE HER...
It's all the homework that I hate. My friend is distraught and upset by this situation, and
JUST LET ME DOWNSIZE A BIT
I KNOW I CAN BE THE PERFECT WOMAN
I have to quit procrastinating, understandably so. She came over one night after
...THE PERFECT FIT too. having a physical altercation with him wearing a night
I'LL THROW AWAY MY KNOWLEDGE gown. We sat on my back porch and she poured her
ALL MY WORLD VIEWS I love everything about her. I
hate absolutely nothing. She is a heart out to me.
HELL, I WON'T EVEN WATCH THE NEWS!
SO THEN, BABY WILL I BE sweet soul and fabulous woman. I really like this girl, but she is still in love with him. She
REDUCED ENOUGH TO NOT BE ME She thoroughly bathes my spirit. broke up with him and went back with him two days
...BUT THE SHELL THAT YOU WANT ME TO BE? It's just one little thing: her man. later.
She dedicated a song to me. I So I ask you, Mister Blue… what would you do?
love the fact that she thinks of
me in that way. I hate that i will -- Dalbert
think about her every time i hear
Mister Responds...
that song.
I‟ma be honest, I just recently went through something
I love crab legs; the salted taste,
like this… I must admit, I did not handle the situation
the tender meat, the tasty juices.
well at all… but through my mistakes, comes your
I hate the struggle that comes
advice…
when trying to open the legs.
You ask her, what does she want. Does she want to be
I love how supporters of Barack
mistreated, hurt, taken advantage of, disrespected,
Obama stood their ground and
humiliated, belittled, abused mentally and physically,
brought home the Democratic
made fun of, talked about, beat up, tires slashed, car
Nomination. We did it. I hate that
keyed, etc. Do you like to be treated like you are not a
we're about to once again attend
priority in the relationship? Do you like to put yourself in
the same political games with
situations that may take your life? Do you not know
McCain and his supporters.
what a healthy relationship looks like? Are you happy?
What do you love? What do you Do you feel like you are cared for? Do you feel loved?
hate? Do you feel respected? Do you feel cherished? Do you…
remember what you felt like the very first time…. Was it
what you imagined… was it??
As Felicia Rivers walked up to the mountain top and fasted (yeah, 6. Thou shall not have matching mommy-daughter skank outfits:
figure that) awaiting the tabernacles which held the word… she Girl, if I see this one more time... your daughter is five. Why is she
came down and presented to the GeeChee One readers what they wearing a leopard bikini top and baby booty shorts with the word
needed to know for these Chucktown summers... PHAT on the back? And we already told you about the cheekage
you have hanging. Stop that. Right now.
1. Thou shall get a pedicure: Umm yeah, the sandals are super
cute, but your crusty ankles and jagged, half-painted toenails are a 7. Thou shall buy shoes that fit: No matter how cute they are, if
tad bit distracting. Please head to the nearest shop and handle your toes or heels are hanging over, or if it is visibly painful for you
that… go to the Nailmania in Goose Creek because it only costs 25 to walk, just leave them on the shelf. Your feet will thank you later,
bucks, really. trust me.
2. Thou shall not show booty when wearing booty shorts: it's just a 8. Thou shall know when the time has passed where you could
name, honey. it doesn't actually mean you have to have cheekage wear belly shirts and look cute: I'm not trying to be mean, I'm really
hanging out. you look like something that stepped out of a Ying not. But if you are wearing a belly shirt, and your belly is hanging
Yang Twins video, and we'd all prefer you not. Thanks. over your pants and a lot on the jiggly side, maybe you need to
start investing in longer shirts. It's much more flattering. I mean,
3. Thou shall shave/wax/Nair your underarms: I really hope this just an idea.
needs no explanation. If you are wearing a tank top, and you plan
on raising your hand for any reason, even if it's just to scratch that 9. Thou shall not wear biker shorts. Ever: Ugh. JUST. SAY. NO. Es-
itch in your weave, please make sure you don't resemble my baby pecially if those particular shorts are a size 24 and they're white…
daddy Darryl Johnson under there. Not cute. Really… he isn‟t. It and if you have on a short shirt. Please.
isn‟t.
10. Thou shall not wear your 'freakum' dress to the family reunion:
4. Thou shall do the same with legs: Now, this one is tricky. I know, I know. That dress is bad. It hugs all the right places and
Because some women don't have to shave, and some, the hair is makes all the men stare. But really, stilettos and a skin-tight, bright
too light and soft to really notice… but if you look like Wolverine blue dress outside downtown where all the families are BBQing?
about the stems like I do, do not pass go... head directly to the Come on now… and we all see you limping in those shoes. Shame,
nearest jar of wax/can of shaving cream, and smooth that ish out. shame, shame.
Please.
5. Thou shall not wear dresses that look like potato sacks: This is
by far my least fashion fad this summer. if you are not particularly
oddly plump and oval shaped, why would you want to look like you
are? I don't get it.
#1 - Malik Frye, Fade 2 Black Entertainment performs on stage #6 - Malik Frye, formally of Nappy Roots performs at 2008 Hip Hop
Social
#2 - Local Group performs at 2008 Hip Hop Social
#7 - Co-Coordinator Quinton Smith and DJ Tazz
#3 - 2008 Hip Hop Social volunteers enjoy the show backstage
#8 - Co-Coordinators Eric and Rashmia Smith backstage at 2008 Hip
#4 - Anon and Mr. Prez, Hip Hop Group in Columbia, SC Perform on
Hop Social held Friday night August 8, 2008 at Wilson High School in
stage at the 2008 Hip Hop Social
Florence, SC
#5 - Special Guest Rudy Rush poses with Co-coordinator Rashmia Smith
Yes ma'am we are next."
"Right this way, sir." she directs you and the

child to take a seat in the third room to the left
and states that she will return, shortly.
Your brother slides into a chair in the lobby.

Ridiculed earlier for his similar demand, Malik
is now able to laugh out loudly at the irony of
his nephew who asked his own dad for a DNA
You and your loving wife have been married for As you, your son, and Malik walk softly towards test.
a total of nine years. You've enjoy every single the exit door, you can't help but glance over at
day that you've spent together. Within your your brother and in a sign of obvious Weeks later, you arrive home tired from work.
unbreakable bond of matrimony, the two of you disappointment, you silently shake your head. You reach your hand into the mailbox and
have produced the greatest joy to ever take "Hey man, you never know." Malik whispers. retrieve the lone envelope. You glance at the
place within your life, an eight year old son. You "There's no telling how long that woman has upper left hand address. You realize the test
love him with everything inside you. Your been cheating on me." results have been completed. You lazily open
friends, family and sometimes even complete the letter and read the results.
You want to become vocal but you attempt to
strangers will stop and comment about how the There is a 0.00% chance that you are the fa-
shield those comments from the young and
child is the spitting image of you. ther of this child.
impressionable ears of your child. Once out-
As a proud husband, there is absolutely side, the three of you hop into your car and Completely stunned, you stand there frozen
nothing in the world more valuable to you than head over to the DNA analysis building. and unable to move, as the heartbreaking let-
family. You believe it to be the core of all things ter and torn envelope slide gently from your
"Daddy, cousin Myles isn't Uncle Malik's son?"
good concerning life on Earth. No matter the within the grasp of your cold and stiffened
the child says, as you both sit within the lobby
case, you are the kind of person who is willing hands and onto the ground.
area and await Malik's return from the testing
to bend over backwards for the happiness and
room. What would you do if this happened to you?
well-being of your family.
Surprised to hear him utter those words, you
Currently, your baby brother Malik is currently
assure him that is not the case. "Of course,
involved in a nasty divorce proceeding. You sit
Myles is! What in the world would make you
and watch as he actually stands up in court
think that he's not?"
and informs the Family Court Judge that he
requests a DNA test on the matter of he and "That's what I heard Uncle Malik tell the man
his suddenly-questioned ten year old, Myles. dressed in the black robe." The child says, as
You and your own son are patiently seated in he freezes the worried look seen within his
the back of the courtroom. You have come to eyes and asks. "Are you my daddy?"
show support for your brother.
"Yes indeed, and you are my little man." You
Unable to hold back laughter upon your assure him, and emulate the imaginary punch
brother's absurd remark, you hold your head to the child's stomach, a gesture which you've
down and cover your face with your hand. You done ever since the little boy was a playful
murmur, "This negro will do just about anything toddler. Even til this day, that move still
to avoid paying that woman her money." manages to create the same ticklish smile
upon your son's glowing face.
For months now Malik and his now-former wife
of six years, Kyla, have been going back and Malik returns to the waiting area after having
forth with their divorce proceedings. Your saliva gathered from the inside of his mouth.
brother is still obviously hurt by the witnessed The lab technician walks in directly behind him.
and unforgivable act of adultery at the hands of She doesn't realize the three of you had arrived
his wife. Although it's obvious to everyone together. "Excuse me, sir...are you two next?"
gathered in the courtroom that his absurd she unknowingly asks.
request is another legal maneuver to further
set back the case, the Judge lawfully obliges. "Uh...," you stutter, as your son interrupts you.
He rules it's well within the legal rights of your "Yeah, Daddy can we? Please. Then I can go
brother. home and tell Mommy that she is right, you are
my Dad. The best daddy in the whole wide
He orders the DNA test to be administered world." the little boy shouts, enthusiastically.
immediately following court. In total disbelief,
the visibly upset ex grabs her son's hand, rolls You sigh. Although it's a clear waste of money,
her eyes at his father, and rushes out the court- there is nothing inside of you that cares to say
room. no to your son. The proud compliment given by
your son makes it even harder. "Uh, well, okay.
There‟s a lot of talk about ending teen 1) For teens raised in
pregnancy, although by “teen pregnancy” most poor (and statistically
people really mean unwed teen pregnancy, more likely to be pol-
many people worry about unwed teen preg- luted) areas, with
nancy as the cause of poverty, especially of lousy food and lousy
Black poverty (something like 70% of current medical care, their
births among African-Americans are to single health will probably
mothers), and they talk about teen pregnancy peak at around ages
as if it were a pathology. 17-19. That makes
the teenage years a
I think the pathology model is mistaken.
much better time to
Poverty is a cause of high teen pregnancy
give birth than later
rates, rather than vice-versa. And poor Black
years. Among poor
teens aren‟t pathological; they‟re rational
Black girls and
actors, who make the best choice they can
women, the infant
given the opportunities they have. When high
mortality rate is twice
rates of some population, in this case, poor
as high among those
girls and especially poor Blacks, get pregnant,
who wait until their 20‟s to give birth as it is for At this point, therefore, it‟s no wonder that so
then chances are getting pregnant is a good
those who give birth in their teens. many poor teens see no reason to put off
choice for their circumstances. If we want less
motherhood. Rationally, they‟re as well off or
pregnancy among poor Black teens, then we 2) For those who will be relying on an extended
better off becoming a mother in their teens.
need to reorder society so that poor Black family of older female relatives to help with
teens face a better set of circumstances. childcare and support, it makes sense to give If we want to change teen pregnancy, we need
birth when mothers, aunts and older cousins to change the circumstances of poor girls‟ lives
There‟s an argument that, for many poor teens,
are younger and more able to offer assistance. and especially the lives of poor Black girls until
unwed teen pregnancy is a rational choice
Furthermore, grandmothers may feel more their most rational choice is to put motherhood
given their circumstances. If we want to change
obligated to offer extensive aid to their 16 year off until they‟re in their mid-twenties and
the choices they make, we have to change their
old pregnant daughter than to their 26 year old married. Circumstances that need changing
circumstances until it is no longer a rational
pregnant daughter. include, but aren‟t limited to:
choice for them to get pregnant as a teenager.
At age 20, Austin believes Already having one child she
3) For middle-class Whites, the opportunity 1) The provision of easy access, super cheap
there is absolutely no way out can not provide for , Sunshine costs of early childbirth are enormous; college universal health care. The model should be
of her mother‟s house. All her has unprotected sex with a and early career building are made much France‟s, where anyone can walk into any
life she has undergone emo- stranger and becomes preg-
harder by a baby or two. Furthermore, the odds general practitioner‟s office and make an
tional stress and verbal abuse nant with her second child.
from her mother and longs for Performing a sexual act of eventually getting married and having a appointment without having to navigate any
the love of her father she never (threesome) for one night‟s healthy child in wedlock are very good for mid- bureaucracies or pay out of pocket.
knew. Austin comes up with pleasure leads her to a lifetime
dle class teens who wait until they‟re women to
one hell of an idea that she of consequences. She and the 2) Middle-class, attractive jobs need to become
believes will change her life for other girl got a STD and when marry and have children.
widely available for poor people.
the better. Knowing the govern- she approached the man (if
ment will provide a single you can call him that) about For poor teens of color, in contrast, the
3) There need to be far, far fewer Black men of
mother with housing, food getting cured, he stated that opportunity costs of early childbirth are much
stamps, child support checks she did not get it from him and marriageable age in jail and prison.
lower. Poor teens can see that their odds of
(if the baby‟s dad is absent) continues to walk around with
etc. Austin decides to have the STD infection. Sunshine affording a good college followed by a high 4) Detriments to health that are especially
unprotected sex with her boy- may continue to have the STD paying, high status career are low. And for poor common in areas where poor folks live… things
friend of 4 months until she as well since she did not take Black girls, the odds of finding someone like lead paint, poor quality food, pollution, etc.
becomes pregnant. Struggling all of the medicine as
to conceive Austin seeks help recommended by the medical
suitable to marry during peak childbearing need to be effectively mitigated or eliminated.
from a nurse at a local clinic provider. years or even during their 20‟s are much lower.
for tips to become pregnant So overall, poor girls of color have much less 5) College education and attractive career
Sunshine decides to name her
and fast. With the nurse‟s tips
reason to delay childbearing. paths after college need to become likely
on conceiving Austin becomes daughter after this damn
stranger and thinks its cute! possibilities for poor girls… even for those who
pregnant. Right away she takes
advantage of the governments Not... she seeks this man going Studies have shown that, for poor women of are mediocre scholars. Just as such paths are
perks and applied for Medicaid around her neighborhood color, economic outcomes aren‟t much now available for middle-class and wealthy
asking friends and neighbors
food stamps and WIC. Months different for girls who wait to become mothers boys even if they‟re mediocre scholars.
later, she‟s approved for hous- have they seen or knows where
he could be found. in their 20‟s than they are for girls who become
ing and her dreams of getting
mothers in their teens. One study I read 6) Much, much more serious work fighting the
out of her mothers house are
And the drama continues... racism and sexism that (among many other
finally true. What she calls a recently compared sisters who became
blessing we call a damn
mothers at different times in their lives, for causes) holds back women of color. Affirmative
shame.. action programs should be returned to their
example, and found that the future income was
about the same regardless of the time of first strong forms, which haven‟t existed since
birth. before the Reagan administration.
For Black teens, why is unwed teen pregnancy
a rational choice? The names used in this article have been changed to protect the guilty… not the innocent. We all must strive to do better. Heaven help us.
Some may frown on you dating an older guy, but there are
plenty of reasons to do so. Having your own personal Sugar
Daddy has its benefits and if you are attracted to the guy,
then this is just the type of relationship you need. Forget
what your friends say, ignore those who call you a gold
digger and enjoy yourself.
1. Older men are more mature than guys your own

age, as you‟ve probably noticed. If you‟re tired of
fooling around with kids and would like a more
stable relationship, get yourself a sugar daddy.
2. You will get more respect in a Sugar Daddy

relationship. Older men know how to treat a
woman, open doors for her, and generally
respect her, they were raised in another time
when these things were still taught.
3. Everyone has baggage, whether it‟s scars from a

bad childhood, failed relationships or even
children. Sugar Daddies are usually more
tolerant of these issues than a younger guy,
since they have more life experience.
4. Most women feel safer around an older man,

particularly when meeting for the first time after
carrying on an online or telephone relationship.
Sugar Daddies understand that safety is
important to you and that you are nervous on the
first meeting, so they‟ll be happy to meet in a
public place to set your mind at ease.
5. Sugar Daddies not only know where the best

restaurants are, they can actually afford to take
you there.
6. Older men are usually far more supportive of

your dreams and ambitions and may have an
idea of how you can reach them. They will often
help you attain your goals, as well.
7. Sexually speaking, Sugar Daddies tend to be

more interested in pleasing their partner than
reaching a quick climax. For the younger woman
used to selfish, twenty-something men, this can
be a huge benefit..
8. Sugar Daddies know how to make you feel

special. While gifts and vacations to Miami may
be part of that, it is really more about treating
you well, respecting you and paying attention to
you, something most younger men wouldn‟t do.
9. Long term relationships are more probable with

an older man. Your Sugar Daddy will have
already done all the wild things he dreamed of in
his youth and is most likely now ready to settle
down. If you‟re looking for a serious relationship,
an older man will provide it.
10. Romance-wise, Sugar Daddies are far better

than younger men. They‟ve had years of
experience to learn just what women want and
they know how to please you.
This is never to say that our own accomplished
possessions … woman, car and home isn't
beautiful. In most cases they are. But I
personally feel that it's a natural instinct for all
men to instantly desire that which visually
captures our imagination, whether or not we
admit or act upon those desires. To say other-
wise would be a false statement. It doesn't
matter if the man is married, seriously involved
with someone or going through a painful heart-
Darlisha and I recently had an engaging scenario leads to, amongst other things, break. Our eyesight remains. And no man can
conversation concerning what she described as jealousy and insecurity. It hardly becomes deny what his eyes have undeniably seen. We
“The Beautiful Distraction”, a term she about the woman or relationship anymore. Just may attempt to, but, in the end, a sexy
describes as any person whose considered to some evil nightmare which her one and only motherf***er is a sexy motherf***er, regard-
be society's definition of beautiful or being man now has. This leads to paranoia, which less.
physically flawless or 'drop-dead.' She leads to endless arguments, which leads to
discussed how that perceived gift will inevitably mental and sometimes physical abuse, which
become the curse when said person ends up leads to an emotional catastrophe. Which
being, in her words, 'enough to hold, but too eventually leads to the man eventually coming
In my lifetime I've only experienced two
much to hold onto.' to the realization that a beautiful woman is not
encounters with women that society would
worth it, and too much to deal with. The
As men, we think with our little head and not label as being beautiful. I cannot say either
woman can no longer deal with the man, and
our big head. This is an overwhelming fact. female was different from any other woman. I
the breakup follows. And let's not get started
Most of everything we say or do, becomes mean, they were still women. You dig? Once I
on the married man who cannot wife her, only
aimed toward women in some form or fashion. became mentally and physically familiar with
keep her, or the somewhat wealthy man who
Society assures this. It's certainly understand- each I found nothing different as far as the eye
seems to think that he can buy her love..."
able, especially once you consider the mental, candy… lips, breast, and ahem, well… you
physical and emotional effect that all women I thought about her statement for a minute. I know. Everything felt and tasted the same. If
have upon men. When the appearance is allowed it enough time to completely register, anything, I admit how I ended up allowing the
enhanced, the 'perfect-looking woman' and for the most part I agreed with her. As men imminent outside forces to ultimately dictate
becomes the undefeated object of every man's we definitely tend to desire that which appeals the manner in which I treated those women. Of
desire - age, money, race and education not- to our naked eye, whether the eye candy course I lost both.
withstanding. The beautiful woman breaks all arrives in the form of pretty women, fast cars or
In the end, and a notion which Darlisha
barriers. nice homes. As humans, it's natural for our
reinforced during the conversation, the
eyes to become fixated upon that which
"Since this is the case she will have more men beautiful ones became entirely too much of a
immediately catches our attention, and right-
who desire and compete for her love and distraction.
fully so. Eye candy appeals.
affection, which offends the male ego. This
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1. Do set a good example for your child to copy. Eat at

2. Do discourage snacking on sweets and fatty

3. Do allow children to follow their natural appetites when

4. Do encourage children to enjoy fruits and vegetables

5. Don't give skim or 1-percent-fat milk to children under

6. Do ask children to help prepare meals. If parents rely

7. Don't add unnecessary sugar to drinks and foods.

8. Don't accustom children to extra salt by adding it to

9. Don't give whole nuts to children under the age of 5,

10. Don't force children to eat more than they want.

11. Don't use food as a bribe.

Remember to also let your child get plenty of exercise.

P.I.M.P: Are you associated with a DJ crew?

Kub: Thunderkats DJ‟s shout out to all the

P.I.M.P: What are some of your goals for the

Kub: My goal is to put the city on the map.

P.I.M.P: How should a local artist approach you

Kub: I was hoping you would ask that question.

P.I.M.P: What are some awards you‟ve been

Kub: “Geechee One Awards” club DJ of the

P.I.M.P: Tell the people how they can get in

Kub: www.myspace.com/djkub or you can

P.I.M.P: It‟s been my pleasure having the

AND DJ FOR CLUB BERNARDS. BEING THE "EVERYTHING WE OUT 2 GET.”

My Motto is “Always try to make a difference”.

Blue: As it relates to your music, how do you see yourself as an artist?

P.I.M.P.: I see myself as one of the best. I take my music seriously.

Songwriters may write songs as a creative

Many solo artists and bands that get signed to

From their point of view, it is the responsibility

Now some say he is just sucking up to White people in order to get

We need our Black men involved in our children's lives so that

There is no disputing the reports that children who have fathers

Black men, we owe it to our children to make sure that they do

So contrary to popular belief, the Black man now has freedom in

As a Black man in America I never fail to recognize how Black people

Deal with it.

The characters are made up but the situations can be true.

Taneka, even though not infected with HIV/Aids, has Herpes.

Shaun, is not infected and uses protection with her partners.

"Right this way, sir." she directs you and the

Your brother slides into a chair in the lobby.

1. Older men are more mature than guys your own

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