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G. Valentino Ball Review: Before I Self Destruct & Two Turntables & A Microphone

While everyone is excited about 50's return to the hard core with his new album. (Cant front. The joint is MEAN. You NEED that), I'm excited about the goodies that go with it. Included with Before I Self Destruct are two movies. 50's directorial debut, Before I Self Destruct, and a documentary about the legendary DJ of RUN DMC, Jam Master Jay. 50 has made crafted a media persona around the fact that he gives a raw uncut opinion about everything. So in the spirit of the movie’… Continue

Added by G. Valentino Ball on November 16, 2009 at 3:33pm — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball An Exclusive Look at The New Harvard Class on The Wire [Video]

thewire As the New York Post reported, shortly there will be a sociology class revolving around HBO's hit television show The Wire.
'THE Wire," HBO's gritty series about life i
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Added by G. Valentino Ball on November 3, 2009 at 12:04am — No Comments

VCR THANGZ-2-DO!! (November 2009)

Greetings, current members and newcomers, For the newbies of this e-mail list, welcome to "Thangz-2-Do!!" The monthly list that consist of events that goes on weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, yearly or just one time and never be heard again. These particular events are usually happening in Boston and other places in Massachusetts. Thangz-2-Do!! starts off with a R.I.P. to pay respect for those who have left Earth (nationally and locally). Second is the monthly Black History facts and information. An… Continue

Added by VCR on October 30, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball Talib Kweli with Peter Rosenberg (Noisemakers Series)

We are just trying to do our part for the cause. Got a chance to be at the latest Noisemakers. For those of you that dont know its kinda like Inside The Actor Studio for Hip Hop. Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg and his team put this on and have yet to disappoint. With cats like this on stage how can they? This time Talib Kweli and Rosenberg chop it up about Rawkus, Jay-Z, and what it means to grow up Brooklyn. Shout out to Nick Rosenberg.
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Added by G. Valentino Ball on October 27, 2009 at 11:14am — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian at MAMLEO (Black/Latino Police) Press Conference Mon. 10/19 11:30 am

Blackstonian was present today, Mon. Oct. 19th for the press conference held by MAMLEO (Mass. Assoc. of Minority Law Enforcement Officials) as they stated and affirmed a majority member no-confidence vote in current Mayor Menino and BPD Commissioner Ed Davis. The BPD has a horrible record of diversity showing a lack of opportunity for advancement of Black & Latino Officers to high positions within the Boston Police Department. Larry Ellison, President of MAMLEO outlined the problems of Black… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on October 19, 2009 at 10:24pm — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian at Flaherty/Yoon Press Conference with Black Clergy/Activists Mon. 10/19 10:30 am

Boston - Mon. Oct. 19th Blackstonian was in attendance at the Press Conference held by Boston Mayoral Candidate Michael Flaherty and his running mate Sam Yoon as several Black & Latino Clergy and activists joined to endorse the Flaherty/Yoon ticket for Mayor. This press conference was a stark contrast from the press conference held by Black Clergy from the Black Ministerial Alliance and Ten Point Coaltion which last wek, endorsed incumbent Mayor Menino.

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Added by Publisher/Editor on October 19, 2009 at 10:09pm — No Comments

Susan Coombs We're looking for you...MODELS,ARTISTS,PRODUCERS,&MANAGERS ETC.!

Right now we are in search of new talent for our record label JewelsE Records. We’re interested in R&B, Pop, Rap/Hip-Hopm and Reggae artists as well as producers,models,and managers. If you have interest and think you may have what we’re looking for, please submit your music with a biography and contact information to jewelseinc@gmail.com If we like what we see and hear we will contact you. Serious inquires only. To learn more about us go to www.jewelseinc.com Thank you, J.Jewels Continue

Added by Susan Coombs on October 13, 2009 at 1:25pm — No Comments

VCR THANGZ-2-DO!! (October 2009)

Greetings, current members and newcomers, For the newbies of this e-mail list, welcome to "Thangz-2-Do!!" The monthly list that consist of events that goes on weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, yearly or just one time and never be heard again. These particular events are usually happening in Boston and other places in Massachusetts. Thangz-2-Do!! starts off with a R.I.P. to pay respect for those who have left Earth (nationally and locally). Second is the monthly Black History facts and information. It… Continue

Added by VCR on September 30, 2009 at 6:46am — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Response to MC Spice Wild Allegations

I am saddened to have to write again in a public response to the continued misrepresentations, false information and outright lies presented by MC Spice. Spice has spent the last weeks intensifying his personal campaign against me, Jamarhl Crawford, all spawning from my attempts to assist a young lady who he swindled out of $2400 and subsequently became aggressive and threatening with. Since that time, there have been apologies issued, which Spice then claims not having written, and there have… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on September 16, 2009 at 12:05pm — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball DJ CHUBBY CHUB feat. Talib Kweli & Raekwon - Street Fix 9.8.09

talibhiphoplive1 Good interview. Even better freestyle. Talib kicked with Chub when he touched down in Boston for the Ecstatic Tour. Rae called up and illed out with the happy release day energy. Talib drops a few rhymes at the end. You can catch Chub on www.hot97boston.com M-F 3pm to 8pm. Nuff tunes for the peopl… Continue

Added by G. Valentino Ball on September 9, 2009 at 10:10pm — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball Reflection Eternal – Back Like The First Time

dj-hi-tek-talib-time The one thing you can’t say about rapper Talib Kweli or his partner DJ/producer Hi-Tek is that they are in a rush. How else can you explain the almost decade long space between their group Reflection Eternal’s albums? As Reflection Eternal they released their debut Train Of Thought and… Continue

Added by G. Valentino Ball on September 9, 2009 at 7:52pm — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball Maxwell @ House Of Blues Boston 9.3.2009

maxwell_gap_ad_crop-thumb-473x322 “Somebody in here is going to get some tonight.” That’s really the only conclusion you can get after experiencing R&B maestro Maxwell’s hour long set of bedroom ready music at the House Of Blues in Boston. The mostly female audience was gett… Continue

Added by G. Valentino Ball on September 7, 2009 at 10:29am — No Comments

Publisher/Editor "A Sorry Apology" Public Response to MC Spice Public and Private Apology

Once again, I find myself having to respond to statements made by MC Spice in order to provide clarity and truth for the community in order to properly deal with this situation and individual. I believe firmly in the need for honesty in our community, which has been long manipulated by BS & Con artists, Poverty Pimps and fake leadership in the corporate, non-profit, political and religious sectors. Many people have asked why am I going to this length to expose this situation. It is simply th… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on September 6, 2009 at 2:16pm — 1 Comment

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian Report on National Community Reinvestment Day; Put your money where your mouth is!!

Blackstonian Publisher and Editor Jamarhl Crawford and Associate Editor Cornell Mills had the pleasure of meeting Radio Personality Atty. Warren Ballentine, heard in Boston on WILD 1090 AM and broadcast throughout 25 markets in the country with 3 million listeners.

Brother Ballentine expressed his desire to build the Black Community Nationally and alerted us to h… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on September 4, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian at Boston Mayoral Forum Thurs. Sept. 3rd 2009

The Boston Mayoral Forum hosted by Mass Vote and several Community Non-Profit Organizations (from their website) MassVOTE Forums "Working with other nonprofit organizations across Boston, MassVOTE will be hosting a series of issue-based Mayoral and City Council At-Large forums this fall. We feel that f… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on September 4, 2009 at 1:14pm — No Comments

VCR THANGZ-2-DO!! (September 2009)

Greetings, current members and newcomers, For the newbies of this e-mail list, welcome to "Thangz-2-Do!!" The monthly list that consist of events that goes on weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, yearly or just one time and never be heard again. These particular events are usually happening in Boston and other places in Massachusetts. Thangz-2-Do!! starts off with a R.I.P. to pay respect for those who have left Earth (nationally and locally). Second is the monthly Black History facts and information. Ye… Continue

Added by VCR on August 31, 2009 at 10:13am — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian on Martha's Vineyard

The Blackstonian, your community News source took an excursion to the Island of Martha's Vineyard to get some footage of President Barack Obama..... as you can probably figure.. that didnt work out too well... but we did hear stories of brief encounters and we had a couple of close calls and "you just missed him" All in all, anytime we can get to Martha's Vineyard and enjoy some different scenery is a good thing. All work and no play makes Jamarhl a dull boy. So while we didn't catch a photo of… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on August 28, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Publisher/Editor Public Statement on MC Spice; Danger to the Community

Danger to the Community: MC Spice

My People of Boston, It actually pains me to write this, but it has become clear that there is no other alternative. When things are done in darkness the only way to expose it is by shining bright light directly on it. Those of you who know me may have varying opinions as to my intent, methods, motives or may just straight out not like… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on August 17, 2009 at 1:00pm — 4 Comments

Publisher/Editor Blackstonian Special Report: Ogletree Conference on Martha's Vineyard draws Scholars & Stars to discuss Collective Responsibility

On Wednesday, August 12th 2009 on Martha's Vineyard at Oak Bluffs Martha's Vineyard Performing Arts Center Prof. Charles Ogletree

of the Charles Hamilton Houston Institute of Harvard University http://charleshamiltonhouston.org presented the event "Striking the Right Balance; Addressing our Individual and Collective Responsibilities to Families and Communities"… Continue

Added by Publisher/Editor on August 14, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

G. Valentino Ball K’JON – I Get Around (Album snippets)

K'Jon So most days my inbox is filled with trash. I understand that this is part of the game these days so I dont knock the hustle of anyone on the digital grind. It sucks when you are trying to give people something good on a regular basis like I try to. You have to wade through some trash. I wont lie. When I saw the name I was nervous… Continue

Added by G. Valentino Ball on August 4, 2009 at 1:21am — No Comments

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