WRECKIN SQuaDD #2Dz SXSW PT.1 !!!!

Okkkk Sooooo it's not a big secret...that I rep #2Dz!!!! I mean I try and show love to everyone...well people that are most deserving of it. Yet WRECKIN SquaDD #2Dz...has quickly made me a fan of their music. Well mabe not just their music....but just their whole "swag" (*yuk I just used that word...I apologize). I mean WRECKIN SquaDD #2Dz, has put in hella work, and in a short amount of time has cemented their brandand name all over Cleveland. Besides being featured on the popular BIFC#3...sponsorship from the infamous clothing line Another Enemy, and having the hottest song out "ONLY", it was only right that WRECKIN SQuadd #2Dz hit the road to SXSW in Austin ,Texas recently.

I know....I was thinking...*awwww holy hell...not another "behind the scenes" shaky video. I mean how many "on the way to SXSW" videos can 1 watch. Yet...WRECKIN SQuaDD #2Dz, really proved that everything they do...is gritty cuz it's real, and in some way , shape or form they show unity, strength, and that yes...they really are fu*king INSANE!!!!! Just from the start of the footage...a nice "sucka punch"....leaves you thinking...DAMNNNNNN!!!!.....and then you see...#2Dz , and you automatically think..."whelp...he gon learn" *Tropikana voice. From rehearsal inside a tiny living room, with family, friends, and crew surrounding them...you see WRECKIN SQuaDD #2Dz...actually preparing for their takeover in SXSW. Most young people think they can jus jump on a stage, shake sum dreads, yell in a mic...and call it a day. It's super real to see WRECKIN SquaDD #2Dz show people that are tryna "make it"...that even tho it looks like they are jus "fu*kin around"...they take this music seriously. I mean there they are on a late night...practicing...yup...practicing. I shouldn't even call it practice, I'll say...grinding...cuz that's what WRECKIN SQuaDD #2dz has been doing non-stop.

Just from jumping into the rides back to back, your thinking...damn...*are these lil ni*gas *turnt tha fu*k up" all damn day? Just when you begin to question the unquestionable, they arrive in a store at 6:30 am, and attempt to purchase what looks like liquor, only to be told they must wait a few more mins.  I mean, yikes! WRECKIN SQuaDD #2DZ shows they might turn up at any given moment....but they really show us that ...in the end...they are about their music. Hittin SXSW it's non-stop promo, smackin every car, radio promo on 97.1...where they played "ONLY", and huge S/o's from the beautiful Bella Nae, and Dj. Steph Floss ,WRECKIN SQuaDD #2Dz killed the Midwest Monster Showcase!!!! Here's the video!!! XOXO

@WreckinSquaDD
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW EST19XX DUB-O "DO I KNOW YOU?" LACE UP!!!!

Okkkkkk Soooooo it's not uncommon to hear random people scream "LACE THA FU*K UP"!!! I mean... I have been in the most random of random places and have heard people scream the infamous phrase. I'm talkin rapid station, middle of  movie, standing in line at the grocery store, and mos def late at night on W.6th in downtown CLEVELAND! I mean over the past few years, "LACE THE FU*K UP" has become a part of everyday life....like drinking water, reading sparkplugent*headroll fingasnap, or flexin in XL. "EST"is a movement, and with any movement there is an army...sure we've all heard of MGK, and while he is well respected, LACE UP has a new solider moving up to to the forefront.DUB-O has patiently waited his turn for the mic, and now he is ready to be introduced...meet DUB-O!!!!

Q. Sooooooo Where in Cleveland are you from?
A. I'm from all over Cleveland...E.131, Harvard area, Quincy....

Q.What High School did you attend?
A. East High and Kennedy

Q.Where was the video footage for "Same OL" shot?
A. Haaaaaaaa most of the footage came from when the whole Lace Up took a party bus to Detroit for an event. It was the 1st time we had a big ass party bus so we were clowning.

Q. How did you hook up with Cody Films?
A. Honestly....I saw him on twitter and I hit him up, back then he was shooting videos for tha low...like $50....but now...lololol....yeah he's probably taxin a lil bit more.

Q.You seem like you have a lil twang when you sang, how'd you get that singing voice? Where you part of a church choir or something lol?
A. Ha! Mannnnn actually....I was! Growing up I had no choice but to go to church, my mama mos def made sure I went to church. I grew into like weird sounds, I was always kinda singing. My grandfather is actually part of a real life music group...called The Rance Allen Group....oh yeah...go on head in google em.

Q.Where is the best place you look forward to going when you come home to Cleveland?
A. My mama's house!!!!! Yup I'm straight to my mama's house. I mean I like to ride thru the streets in jus kinda get a feel...ya kno....

Q.What were you doing before music?
A. I was actually doing factory jobs, I worked in a steel factory...or should I say I was slaving away in a steel factory, lifting heavy coils and metals ....

Q.How do you keep your independence within EST.?
A. I mean we are a family, but ya kno, I jus started doing my own shows, my own events, the whole EST label supports each other tho...

Q.You could have had hella features on your new mixtape. Why didn't you?
A.I wanted to jus showcase mysef and my talent. I mean yeah I could have had MGK all over it, or other people as well, but I really wanted people to know me, hear  me.....I mean of course Kells jumped on a track cuz that's my brother...but yeah I wanted ya'll to hear me. Show the world that I can stand on my own 2 feet, all attention on me lol, I wanted to expose myself.

Q.How do you feel about male groupies?
A. Haaaaaaa well....ok i aint gon front like I don't know what you are talkin bout.I mean especially with the EST movement, we get guys that try and be seen, or kinda ride with us...but you know, I don't really be that mad cuz I remember once when those same dudes were us, tryna get our music played...so I can kida feel em....it's awkward but I get what they are tryna do....

Q.Do you think Cleveland music is divided?
A. No, not really the music...more like the people are divided, but it's been that way for awhile...people need to be united, the more people, the more power.

Q.1 Of your lines is "Gotta couple fans in the bleachers now"? What do you mean?
A. HA! I us mean, people know me now, I actually have fans, my own fans....I've got people cheering for me...this is all new to me....people like me lol!

Q. What does the tat across your chest say?
A.CLEVELAND BOUND

Q.What's your favorite music to ride and smoke to?
A. Uhhhhhhh....ummmmmm...damn that's a good question.....naw fuck dat...my music lol...yeah my mixtape, I think to myself...damn...I sound good!

Q.What's your favorite shell to roll up with?
A. SWISHER SWEET, maybe White Owl...I started with Swishers...so I kinda stuck with them....

Q. Swishers dont rip easy to you?
A. Nawwwww you be gettin those stale shells lol, you gotta go to Dairymart off 123rd, or SPEEDY's...yeah those 2 places will get you right, they keep fresh shells on deck.

Q.You just recently had a show at the GROG SHOP, how was that?
A. Mannnnnnn it was fucking awesome!!!! I mean it was packed, Ray was there, I had Canadians, people flew in from Miami, and Kells came thru....nobody knew he was even in the building, it was insane, we showed out! I mean...the show felt good, I had alot of support!

Q. How would you describe team loyalty?
A. NEVER BACKING DOWN! Aint no switching jerseys, even if shit fails, you cant switch jerseys. If your friend becomes handicapped, then it's up to you to wipe their ass...no homo..flat out!

Q.If you had to form your own Rap Dream Team who would have? Past or Present?
A. Get Rich Or Die Trying 5o cent, Underground Chamillonaire, and T.I., man underground Chamillionaire used to bang...I respect that dude to tha fullest..

Q.Have you always been into fashion?

A. Yeah I mean I dig fashion, but I jus kinda got into my own fashion.

Q. How did FOOLIE T-s  concept come about?
A. I really did it for the fans, to give them something. I never really knew it would take off like it did....

Q. What does "FOOLIE" represent?
A. It's like a lil saying we all say, its going by what life brings me, it's sum cool shit I kinda ran with. Like a freestyle lifestyle....

Q. I heard you say "I'm sauced up in that A-1? Do you like it saucy?
A. Hahahahahahahah   hell yeah lol, I say that cuz it's like extra swag, like I walk in like "who's dat nigga for the special steak"....A-1 is like the extra swag on a steak lololol...that's me, matter fact...I've got steak cooking in the kitchen right now lol......

DUB-O....is Laced Up, and ready to show the world exactly who he is. With his whole EST fam behind him, and the support of his die hard fans, DUB-O is mos def deserving of all the success off of his mixtape "Do I Know You"...strategically orchestrated, sealed and polished DUB-O...is sauced up in that A-1!!! His catchy delivery, witty laid back personality, patience, and original artistic talent cant be denied. Holding down his whole mixtape, by himself....he proves he jus may  be able to lead his army. That's that "Same Ol"....XOXO

@DuBz216

@bigheff

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JOE BUDDEN GET's REAL...WHILE WEARING KHAKIS!!!

Okkkkkk Sooooooo I'm not really into the whole "gossip" thingy. Yet Sometimes I stumble across some real ass sh*t!!! I mean have you ever fallen victim to someone talking major crap about you...behind your back? Well...have you ever thought what you would say or do if and when you ever saw that person face to face. Soooo many times people talk extra tough when others are willing to listen, and sooooo many times the person who was being talked about...may often "fall back" or avoid confrontation. The only reason I decided to engage in this "situation" is because....there is a right way to do things and a wrong way....but Joe Budden managed to confront Consequence about a previous situation of words, face to face, man to man....and I found it very comical, yet very real how he handled the situation. There wasn't alot of screaming and yelling, or cussing. Joe Budden got his point across , and in my opinion he commanded the room, and he seemed like a "daddy" almost lol. This is how people should confront all bullsh*t. He did it in such a classy way...maybe it was his khakis!!! XOXO

CHIEF FEATURING J.ME.JAME "SLUM" OFFICIAL VIDEO DIRECTED BY PUPRLE FILMS!!!

I don't ever wanna be stereotyped as a person that only loves 1 kind of music. I'm pretty well rounded when it comes to music. Many times, the music I listen to or add to my playlist, is how I am feeling at that moment. In a world where "ratchet" music seems to be the music of choice, it's difficult for music with any kind of substance, or deep lyrical meaning to reach the people that have really struggled. When I first heard the song "SLUM" with Chief and JMe Jame, I was blown away. There were no references to fat asses, or stacks on deck, or bottle poppin. It was strictly about real life struggles, it's about where you are from, and who exactly you are. The video is dope as fugggggggg! Directed by Brett Vance from PURPLE FILMS...the video is....SLUM BEAUTIFUL. I was lucky enough to be invited to be a part of the video (don't blink or you will miss me ), it was cold and dark, yet the fire was built and burned beautiful in the slum part of the city we were in. Chief and JMe Jame tell a story of our city, and all the hardships in it. If you open your mind and listen, "SLUM" will hit your heart. With the chorus "I jus want it all want it all want it all, I jus wanna ball wanna ball wanna ball"...reminds me of soooo many people that I used to hear say the same things in these streets, and how many are dead, or locked up now. "SLUM" is a deep and beautiful lyrical connection to life in our city, or even your city no matter where you are from. The video is beautiful! CHECK OUT "SLUM"!!! XOXO

WRECKIN SQUADD #2Dz "ONLY" OFFICIAL VIDEO DIRECTED BY PURPLE FILMS!!!!

Okkkkkkk soooooooo like WTF!!!! I try not to get involved in anything that's "ratchet"....*hehehe innocent face. OK....I'ma quit frontin....I love all things RATCHET!!!! I'm pretty sure ya'll do too!!! I mean...I love when people get all the way live...that's if they really are bout that life. You can tell when someone is just "performing" for the camera, social status, or street credit. I've been around all types of people in my life...and all types of situations (I could write a whole book...yeah...*sighs). I've also heard hella songs talkin bout things...that are untrue. I mean people will make songs about having hella hoes, pistols, and all types of stuff, and yet..there are no visuals to piggy back on the songs. In an industry where sooooo many artists are simply telling "stories" about what they do, who they associate with, and what they have...the real "ratchet" has been somewhat watered down. *In no shape or form...am I saying that young people should go out, flash a strap, get high or just be down right ruthless. But....I am saying that...we live in a world of reality....and we all know people that do do these things, it's life. In a world where anyone can film a video...and the music be whack...its impressive...to see a group of young people...take where they are from, use all of their energy into executing their musical talents, and invite the world...into their world. WRECKIN SquaDD...*and yes...that's SQUADD..with 2d'z...so don't get it twisted, has managed to invoke their life, through their music. I wish I could say that it's just their music that makes them friggin awesome...but it's also the visuals they provide us with. WRECKIN SquaDD #2Dz video "ONLY"...is FAN-FU*KIN-TASTIC!!!!

"ONLY" directed by the infamousPURPLE FILMS (*bows head, and pays respect S/o to Brett) is insanelyaddictive! Between Lil Tone and Lil Jay, and their whole crew...not to mention dope as* lyrics, you can't help but watch..ova n ova again! "I only fu*k wit my niggaz"...automatically embeds itself in your head. This is mos def a song that would destroy a club!!! This song is straight to the point. Even if you aren't bout that life like WRECKIN SquaDD 2d'z, you can relate. Cuz how many times...have you said "mannn I only fu*k wit my nig*az"?When I first saw this video I was thinking..."yooooo these dudes are insane!!!" The shot of WRECKIN SquaDD 2d'z in the house...all of em with their shirts off, wild...jumping on the couch, looking heated...is 1 of the dopest shots in a video that I've seen locally. You can tell they ride deep, with quick flashes of pistols and total chaos on a front porch...you can't help but wish you had dreds yourself to shake. Like I said...*I don't indulge in commercialized violence, or anything like that...but in a world..where..in every city across the country...there is a group of young people, maybe even family members...living in a tough world...I do support raw, real talent...and that...is reality. I too..."only fu*k wit my nigg*z"...but I also am now a fan of WRECKIN SquaDD #2d'z. Check out "ONLY" XOXO!!!

"YOGY" PRESENTS "KINGS WEAR CROWNS"

Okkkkkkk Soooo I always like to think of myself as a person that has been blessed with an open mind. I always pause...before I pass judgments on certain things, music, people, and situations. Yet there are times  when I get so caught up in "everyday stereotypical life", that I myself fall victim to labeling certain things, before I've actually had a chance to disect and respect them. I mean sheesh...even tho I am pretty damn cool *headroll finga snap...I am not perfect...I can admit it. Sooooo when I was passed some new music...."Kings Wear Crowns" to be exact...I kinda sat at my macbook...staring...with my face sitting in my hand....staring at the picture....on the "Kings Wear Crowns" mixtape.

I quickly glanced and said to myself "*yawn...another guy...rapping"...I sipped my starbux...and stared a lil longer...pondering wether I shoulddownload or not. I decided to click on the picture again...I blinked a couple times...noticing 1st that this guy named YOGY...was very well groomed, fly as fu*k even...and the flick of him looked worthy enough of a download...automatically attracted to the title "Mackin & Hanging", I sunk into an addictive state of musical bliss. "Mackin &Hanging" was the 1st and mos def not the last song, that YOGY impressed me with, and made me a true fan of his musical talent. I did a quick google check...cuz..I'm good for googling someone once I become interested. *You should to, don't get caught getting catfished*. Learing that YOGY was reppin the BAY AREA, only confirmed my earlier thoughts of his music....colorful storytelling, a lil down south, trap with Ny...maybe Nj, westcoast kinda feel. I became musically aroused...and decided to get to know YOGY!!!!

Q.1st of all.....where exactly are you from?

A. Bay Area, born and raised

Q.How would you describe the Bay Area sound?

A. The Bay Area is very diverse, it's colorful, and really has every type of sound imaginable.

Q.How did you get the name YOGY. That sounds like a name for a big bear, but you're not very bear like?

A. HA! Wellllll actually I was into YOLO before YOLO was YOLO and got played out, but I decided to go wit YOGY..."YOU ONLY GOT YOURSELF".

Q.What were you doing before music?

A.Mannnnn I used to be real athletic. I was a corner back in football, I still do a lil amateur  boxing, I also used to into martial arts.

Q. What college did you go to?
A.San Jose State

Q.Wait...so you do karate too!!!! What's the last color belt you received?

A.Orange

Q. You seem competitive, would you ever BATTLE RAP?

A.Naw...hahahah...I get to personal...I mean I'm athletic so I might end up fighting...I can't help it...I'd wanna start throwing blows...

Q.If you were offered 2 million bucks who would you battle?

A. JESUS...hahahah yeah me and JESUS could get it in lol

Q.Do you have any plans for SXSW?

A. Yeah my team is actually trying to get me booked out there!

Q.Who are you as an artist affiliated with?

A.Brick Squad Monopoly
 

Q. How did you get started doing music?

A.Welll my mom used to be into music real heavy back in the day. She used to sing backup vocals in songs, she was always into music, but I started writing raps in college...

Q. Would you let your mama sing back up in your songs?

A. HA! Nawwwwww no way...I mean I love my mom, we cool...but not cool like that...

Q.How did you get your music discovered?

A. You gon trip...but I was actually discovered thru myspace! Back when Myspace was poppin, I had a song called "Dreads n Paper"...ya know back when the Hyphie movement was strong in the bay, it got a good response, people loved it, and that got me a following, and caught the eye of some independent companies...I was 1 of Myspace featured artists lololol...

Q. Do you still your myspace account?

A. Yeah but I aint logged on in forever lol

Q.How do you feel about Twitter?

A. Mannnn twitter is great for networking...its fast...but twitter can sometimes make certain people feel more famous than what they really are lol

Q. How did you come up with the title "Kings Wear Crowns"?

A. We as African Americans are born Kings and Queens...being able to be a MAN, it's a reminder that we can be Kings...sometimes we as a people forget that.

Q.The video for "Mackin &Hanging" was pretty dope, how did you come up with the concept for the video?

A. Thanks! Yeah I wanted the beginning of the video to be kinda deep, like a story, I wanted you to feel like you may already know how the video will end, or how the song will sound., but then it kinda tricks you...the music starts deep, but has a trappy feel to it.

Q. Are you really into community support?
A. Yes! In the video for "Mackin & Hangin"...that was like the Black Panther social group being represented. I belive in activists and unity in the community.

Q. I know you have some legendary artists that support you, what was it like working with FREEWAY?
A. Mannnnnn....unreal! I mean I've always been a fan, but ya kno to be making music with FREEWAY..unreal...

Q. How did you manage to work with FREEWAY?
A. It was like a matter of someone knowing someone, good situation, timing, mutual friends...all happened at once.

Q.I heard you say in 1 of your lines say "I'm Built To Last"...how are you built to last?
A.I mean...I've overcome a lot of things, I think that most of us as humans have...my mom was an alcoholic among other things, I'm not gonna get deep into, my father was in jail...locked up, I spent a lot of time alone when I was younger.....

Q.In the video "Round of Applause"...you were on the fattest stage ever...where was that video shot...the APOLLO?
A. Hahahahahah nawwww...I can't tell you all my secrets..but..it was actually a high school, a stage in a high school.

Q. You seem like your sound is a mix of all genres of music, what artists influence your musical taste?
A.When I was 1st introduced to Tupac, I was a fan! It was all over...and that's crazy...cuz even though I'm a Tupac fan...Jay-Z "Dynasty" album was the 1st album I actually saved up my money to buy, but yeah Jay-Z, NAS, Bun B, and Kanye...I fuck with Kanye cuz he's artistic...and I 'm a big Bone Thugs N Harmony fan..they changed music for real.

Q.You seem like a confident, kinda trapped out yet clean cut guy...do you ever get trashed?
A. Depending on the situation, I mean not trashed lol..but yeah...it's ok to celebrate

Q.What's you defintion of "Ratchet"?
A. No class....NO HOME TRAINING..yup

Q. What's your defintion of "LOVE"?
A. Sacrifice, a helping hand, always care for..no matter what, never judge...like the love of GOD.

Q.Whats your defintion of "Classy"?
A.Someone...I think classy is more a word to describe a woman...but..a woman who knows how to hold her own, knows how to carry herself

Q.What 3 words will describe yourself?
A. Motivated, ambitious, and hungry

Q.What was you reaction when you found out how big your fan base is in the UK?
A.Man...from me being from a small town, to knowing that people alllllll the way in another country are rockin with me and my music...people that have no connection to me, that have never met me or actually seen me in person...just to know people from another country enjoy my music is incredible...really crazy!!!!

Q.Now that you have a foot planted in this industry...is this industry what you thought it would be?
A. NOOOO!!! I never knew what it actually took to break a record.It takes alot of endz as well....people don't really know that....you gotta have your money right, I never knew it takes what it takes. This is a serious business...it's not a talent show anymore...you can have all the talent in the world, but you gotta have the business side down too.

Q. If you were drinking in the club, what would you be drinking? Better yet if a gril wanted to buy you a drink...what would you request?
A. A Mai-Tai...yeah me i  crew be drinkin those...cept they are in gallons...walking around wit it hahahah...you probably couldn't handle mai-tai's hahahah

Q. Speaking of crews, who's in your crew?
A. Well "CLASS"...that's my homie we grew up together, we have been cool since forever. I gotta up artist by the name of "KATA BOY" ....yeah...

Q.I noticed  you like big cars...you have em in your videos...if you could have any car you want right now what would it be?
A. Mannnnn mos def that porsche Panamera...I know GAME already got 1...but...yeah i'd go head and cop that Panamera.

Q. You plan on doing any shows...in the midwest?
A. Yeah....I'm making my way....I'm interested in Big Heff Industry tour, and yeah....I wanna hit NY...S/o to Big Heff!

Q.Have you done any shows down south?
A. I did a show in North Carolina! It was crazy!!!!

Q.Thats cool, was it weird cuz southern music...is a lil different from Bay Area music?
A. Yeah...but my music...has a lil trap in it...its a music gumbo...so we rocked out!

YOGY had me smiling ....I mean...it was refreshing to talk to a guy that doesn't seem to any other hidden motives...for wanting to make music...besides the fact...that he genuinely loves making music.YOGY...isnt' out here tryna front like he's bigger than what he is. YOGY's music speaks for itself. In a generation where artists get lost in "stereotypical" lines, and you find yourself listening to a song that has no story to tell...YOGY is pushing fast to the top of respected talent. If you listen hard...YOGY...delivers descriptive lyrics, and pulsating beats...when he delivers his message... "KINGS WEAR CROWNS"!!! XOXO

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW!!!! DAWN RICHARD PRESENTS "GOLDENHEART" XOXO

Have you ever wondered....what you would say to someone...if you had a chance to interview them, or ran into them on the street, or bumped into them while cashing in tickets at Dave N Busters, or maybe even see them while catching the same flight, or possibly a nightclub while taking flicks at the picture booth, hell...or even waiting inside the Marathon on 55th for a corned beef sandwich.....hey...it could happen. Let's just say...you ran into a celebrity..and you had a chance to get to the bottom of a few things.Well....I had an amazing opportunity to speak with DAWN RICHARD...YES!!!!!...the DAWN RICHARD...formerly from BAD BOY's DANITY KANE (*Diddy always breaks my heart with breakups)....and the eclectic, awesomely creative, and futuristic DIRTY MONEY!!!! YUP!!!! That DAWN RICHARD!!!!

I can't front...I was a lil nervous when she called me and I saw her number pop up in my phone. I mean...I admit...I used to be yelling at my television watchin Making The Band 3...like "ughhhh really DAWN, you jus gon let em act crazy around you like dat"....or "It sure seems like Dawn is serious as fugggggg...why won't she lighten up". I've even been guilty of thinking "is she jus tryna play it safe and not rock tha boat so Diddy can think she's better than everyone else"...yup...I said and thought all of these things...sho did *headroll fingasnap. I was hoping that DAWN RICHARD would be honest , open, hopefully candid...and real...during our interview...and guess what...soon as I picked up the phone DAWN RICHARD...broke through like "Heyyyyyyy Wat's up!!!". Automatically I could tell...she was down for whatever, she sounded confident, ready, and open to share her story...so with that we got started...

Q. Sooooooo there is sooooo much I wanna talk to you about...is it cool if I get some answers...to some questions I've wondered about so long?
A. Hell Yeah girl!!!!! I'm down for whatever...you can ask me anything....I'm open to whatever you got

Q.AWESOME!!!! (*me smiling like an insane fan on the other end of the phone) How have you been, are you ready for Christmas?
A. I've been great...actually fantastic! And yes I love Christmas so I'm ready..well almost.

Q. You seem real outspoken....yet on MAKNG THE BAND you seemed...kinda quiet, almost to quiet...was that "quiet good girl persona"...all just an act for tv and DIDDY?
A. HA! Girlllll...after the show aired...people had some kinda wrong impression of me. I mean after I looked back I could kinda see how people may have misjudged me.

Q. Soooo are you saying your not that "serious"all the time?
A. NAW!!! I'm not saying that....I'm jus about my business...do you understand? I mean when I made MAKING THE BAND...I felt like...I wasn't sure if I would ever get another chance like that to make my dream come true. I mean an opportunity like that doesn't come around much. So when I made the cut...I was new coming into the situation...you gotta understand...Drea, and Aubrey had already been through it...I was the new comer. So it wasn't a game to me..

Q. What do you mean when you say...MAKING THE BAND...wasn't a game?
A. I mean...I wasn't used to all the cameras, and all that, I had never been in a situation like that. For the other girls that had already been through it...they kinda knew how to "portray" themselves on camera...ya kno...as far as making sure their makeup was on right, hair, emotions etc. But I was being me...maybe that's why I looked and acted so "serious"...it wasn't a game to me....it was a competition...I wasn't really there to make a new bestie or whatever...I was there to Make the Band.

Q. People kinda thought you didn't really get involved in the "drama"...because you already knew DIDDY was kinda planning something bigger for you by yourself...is that true?
A. Hell no! I mean...me and DIDDY have always kinda creatively clicked. But as far as Danity Kane...at that finale...I was shocked when he said that he wanted work with me...even tho Danity Kane was over...I was like WHOA!!!

Q.Yeah,,,honestly...when I watched it...the expression on your face was like ...TOTAL SHOCK!You really had no idea?
A. Nope. I was thinking...it's all over....but then DIDDY...I dunno...it was crazy!

Q. What were doing before Making the Band?
A. Alot people don't know...but I've always been a singer...that's my passion. I love to sing and dance. I was actually a dancer for the New Orleans Hornets for 3 years. I'm from New Orleans!

Q.WHAT!!!!Are you serious??
A. Yeah...my mom had a dance studio back in New Orleans...I grew up with music.

Q. Did your mom ever get a new studio? I remember when Hurricane Katrina destroyed it...that was sad.
A. Yeah...well...it hasn't been rebuilt...but I'm in the process of getting her a new studio...so it should be pretty awesome!

Q. Is DIDDY easy to talk to, is he easy to come to when you have ideas or creative suggestions? He seems kinda...intimidating...?
A. HAHAHAHAH girllll.....he is cool....he's not really like how he acts on tv...I mean don't get me wrong...he's mos def bout his business...but...the shades he wears...and all that...that's for tv lol...n yes...Me n Puff have made hit songs together. I mean...I write alot of songs, I wrote alot of songs for Dirty Money.

Q. Soooooo your like an original songwriter?
A. Yes!!! that's kinda how Dirty Money got together....

Q.Dirty Money.....what exactly is Dirty Money?
A. Dirty Money ...was an idea that DIDDY had been kinda tossin around for actually a few years. He wanted a group...with 2 girls and a guy. I had been writing songs and he liked a few songs I wrote...I had already known how dope of a songwriter Kaleena Harper was...I mean she is cold ...1 of the coldest songwriters.

Q. So DIDDY jus decided to make a mini band?
A. I wouldn't call it a "band"...I mean...DIDDY thinks ahead of the times almost always...he wanted a group....that wasn't about illegal activity, or any of that...more or less he wanted to tell love stories...in a futuristic kinda way...a futuritic sound, a way to express love.....

Q. What's it like walking through Bad Boy, do all the labelmates walk bye and say hi to everyone?
A. HA! Kinda...I mean you see alot of faces...but Cheri Dennis is 1 of my close friends, and CASSIE...yeah CASSIE...now that's my bitch...she's my girl mos def!!!

Q. LAST TRAIN TO PARIS...was awesome!!!! WHAT was PARIS like the 1st time you went?
A. OMGGGGG!!!!! I've always been in love with PARIS. I mean...my parents and I grew up speaking Creole, I speak alot of french...and when I 1st landed in Paris...it was exactly like I had seen in pictures, movies and everything!!! Mos def 1 of my favorite places!!!

Q. Over the years...you style has seemed to transition from cool....to super high fashion. Have you always been into high fashion?
A. YES!!!! I've always been into fashion, but you have to realize....when I was on Making the Band...I was with other females....and I'm a dark skin girl...with ass, and kinda built up ya know...so when the stylists would come in with a rack of clothes ...all the girls would grab what they wanted...fast as hell...and I'd usually be the 1....with the last of the pickings....I mean with Dirty Money...it was cooler cuz it was just me and 1 other girl...so I was able to get all the good stuff lol

Q. Now that you are independent...what labels if any...catch your eye?
A. Honestly...I'm not really looking...I'm in control of what I'm doing right now....

Q.Are you involved with any charities?
A. YES!!! I'm involved with Music Cares, and Habitat for Humanity. After Hurricane Katrina destroyed my city...I realized how important it is for charities like Habit for Humanity to exist.

Q.What was 1 of your most memorable moments performing with Dirty Money?
A. AMERICAN IDOL (*if y'all missed it it was AMAZING *headroll fingasnap), I mean we went out there is gave it our all. The audience went insane...American Idol had never had all of that much chocolate all at once lol....we felt really good bout that performance, we looked good, our fits were on point and we put it down!

Q. What artists are you currently enjoying at the moment?
A. R n B is really taking over right now in the industry. Frank Ocean, Miguel...they r dope. I listen to alot of Prince, Michael Jackson, Phil Collins, and Jimi Hendrix...I love all types of music.

Q.How have you managed to stay under the radar...as far as not being caught up in any scandals, or fuckery on TMZ?
A. Lol.....I mean...it's easy for me...I do me, I'm not out here tryna be all extra. Most people actually put themselves out there...they do it on purpose.

Q. Wait a second!!! Are you saying that some celebrities actually do crazy stuff on purpose just to attention?
A. Hell yeah...they call paparazzi on themselves, or have people tell other people where they are going to be. They literally pay for attention...

Q. In an industry fueled by men...and you working with some of the hottest men...how do you uphold your clean reputation?
A. I mean...it aint hard...we are all grown...I'm mos def grown, if it's a guy im interested in..then I will say "wat's up"...but i'm not fuckin with this person and that person....I don't need to....don't get me wrong..."I love hoes too, hoes are great"...lolololol..."gotta love the hoes" lol (*she laughs..sarcastically kinda)

Q.So are you saying the world needs hoes?
A. Lol...alot of females...have hoe in em..lol...let me make this clear...I'ma hoe for 1 person, and 1 person only....my MAN.....my man only...lol

Q. Your new music...sounds like  dance R & B kinda...is that what you were going for?
A. I wouldn't call my music "dance"....I'm not really a fan of the word "dance"...to describe my sound....I mean I love to dance...but I like to think of it more as a tribal kinda sound...more of a "movement". We are ancestors of tribal people...the music has beats that make you move...I guess dance can be used...but it's more of a tribal feel......body movement!

Q. What's the name of your new album?
A.I'm very blessed....to be putting out GOLDENHEART...it's actually part of a trilogy that I working on. It's about Love, and all things in it...its beautiful.

Q. How many songs are on the album?
A. 16!

Q. How would you describe GOLDENHEART?
A. A musical journey....yeah...like a new wave of music...from the heart.

Q. How is it different...putting out music..your music...being an independent artist?
A. It's kinda cool...cuz like I said...I have full creative control, I get to style myself...I mean if I want to hire a stylist I can...but I have say so over everything...I get to fully express myself thru my music, and fashion!!!

Q. What are your expectations for your new music?
A. I just hope everyone loves what I'm doing, I love my fans, and I just really want people to feel my music. I am very proud of the work I've put into this new album!!!

After a lil more girl talk...DAWN RICHARD is no longer on the other end of the line. It's amazing how once you have a chance to actually talk to someone, how their personalilty can overflow a room. DAWN RICHARD is independent, and is enjoying the evolution of her music, and paving her own way, on her own terms. Beautiful, talented, and focused ...DAWN RICHARD has a GOLDEN HEART!!!XOXO

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MUSIC YEAR REVIEW 2012!!!!!!!!!

Ray Cash "BY MYSELF"

Welp! Just...like...that...2012 is officially over!!!! Even tho....2012is over, and we can never bring it back...*unless its of course the fashion, but you usually have to wait about 10 years before you can repeat a fashion trend*...we will always have the memories *sigh. Ahhhhhhh the memories! Certain memories seemed to be long lasting, while others quickly fizzled away...kinda like when you have a dream...and it melts like a snowflake. If you think you may have missed something in 2012...especially something within the creative bubble surrounding CLEVELAND....well...don't worry...let's reflect, and catch up .

BONE THUGS N HARMONY

Okkkkk soooooo...the NERVE DJ''s CONFERENCE in November was friggin awesome! It was amazing to see soooo many artists...new and old to the industry turn out to soak up, give, or speak on the music industry and the knowledge behind it....not to mention...just when everyone thought they were starving...*BOOM*...the was a fat as* spread of cold cut sandwiches, and even hotdogs...yeah...it got real. BIG HEFF locked himself in the lab with some of Cleveland's hottest artists and didn't come out til he had the summer anthem "TURN UP"...speaking of "TURN UP"...*ok ok I won't use that term again in 2013*...that seemed to be the most overused lingo of 2012..."TURN UP"...it got to the point we heard "TURN UP", n baby delivery rooms, funerals, at the library, election time, and even lil kids being put down for naps would say "TURN UP"...blame it on BIG HEFF. Young Shank dropped his mixtape DANNY GREENE...he managed to demand that these dudes out here "stop cuffing" and.."LET EM PLAY".  

2012 Model Of the Yeay JUICEY ADOIR

Dj STEPH FLOSS delivered HOT IN CLEVELAND 2...with much anticipation...and controversy...yet in the end...all the scorned artists that did not make the roster...quietly sucked it up and I'm almost positive those same people will be blowing down on FLOSS to be on the next mixtape. STREET SMART PRODUCTIONS put event promo on a whole bigger level. Strippers seemed to finally get the respect they deserve in 2012. With cameos in videos, and with a lil classy help from DJ RYAN WOLF from LEGIT PAPER...dancers were shown in a classy, sexy artistic way...in the SH8K videos...which were so hot...girls questioned their sexuality. LEGIT PAPER seemed to be reborn again in 2012...with few to no mentions of Dej Jam any longer...LEGIT PAPER got back on the grind, and RAY JR. dropped "IM WORKIN"...which is a friggin genius ass banger...all off a ringtone for the IPHONE. Alisha Lange upped her resume...as if it wasn't long to begin with...by directing and producing music videos for Caine , Bella Nae and others. PHANTASY nightclub hosted hella shows and events....the lil pirate theme never gets old. Was it just me....or did it seem like KPT and DRAFT PICK...literally toured the whole state of OHIO...and then some....I mean...sheesh....can you say "impressive".

Dj Swerve

  DJ SWERVE threw 1 of the dopest shows at ROC BAR (rip). HYDE PARKSdropped the best album this year "FIRST THINGS FIRST". Clockworkmuzik  did what they do best...crank out hits, by giving the best quality production and engineering possible. BELLA NAE...proved that she's not just pretty as fugggggg to look at but she can sing, dance...and even spit heavy bars!!!!!! MGKfinally released "LACE UP", and Cleveland had never been more proud!!!!!! LACE UP...was a common term heard from people...especially when drunk and talking mess..."LACE THA FU*K UP"...gotta love it! We were introduced to video director MIKE CLUM...who shot videos for hella artist including Ray Cash,  Ray JR., and Papa Flow. The "BY MYSELF" video was by the far the most futuristic video of the year 2012 outta CLEVELAND. Wait...RAY CASH...well...RAY CASH closed out the year with his single , I think that was jus an appetizer or something but don't call it comeback jus yet...the whole city was in an uproar when he dropped the new music.. Does Ray Cash have to be so damn cool....speaking of "cool"...TROPIKANA kept her cool at the GUCCI GOTTI 

"CONCERT"...let's nots forget the city was extra pumped bout such a big event...then in typical CLEVELAND FUCKERY fashion...the show was cut short...and the crowd ended up looking like lost, confused, and misguided fans....yet TROPIKANA...attempted to hold the crowd over....til...DJ ICE...shut it down...with his uncle like attitude saying "IT"S OVA...GUCCI AINT COMING".....*I still laugh thinking about that. Not all concerts were a waste of 'TURN UP" *damn...I said it again. The BONE THUGS N HARMONY concert...was FRIGGIN AWESOME!!!!!!! And yes...all of the original members of Bone were there...and so were all of their groupies...yes the same groupies from the early 90's, just older...and yes it was crazy!!!!! But....it was probably the coolest event of the year in CLEVELAND! PURPLE FILMS delivered quality, and cemented themselves as the KINGS of videos for 2012.S/O to BRETT! CLUB EARTH was mos def the best damn club of 2012....with the combination of ratchet, fun, and even classy at times....EARTH...is AWESOME!!!!! Sure there were fights, and sure I witnessed a girl break a table...but the bathrooms were remodeled and the staff is always friendly. The damn freeways were all messed up in CLEVELAND in 2012...and on top of that 

CHIP THA RIPPER...tried to make us call him KING CHIP...and with some resistance ...eventually  fans agreed...that CHIP THA RIPPER...is deserving of the name KING CHIP. KING CHIP even made fistfuls of rings...the new cool sh*t! KING CHIP did all of this...from CALI. Even though OWEY isn't from Cleveland...he dropped hella videos back to back, and made his music visible...building his fanbase throughtout the city. BIG HEFF was all over the midwest...and in club EARTH! Man oh Man....the Ohio Hip Hop Awards were insane in 2012!!!!. Everyone turned out in Columbus for the annual event. Youngshank turned heads when he walked in...with his headphones on, BLOODSHOT...made heads turn...with their performance...they sang, danced and attempted to show the industry something new. We learned from Dj Steph Floss...."Dj's make the party".*headroll fingasnapTROPIKANA ended 2012 with her own radio show!!!!! Jam Skillet took a chance on being unique..and it worked!

Everyone seemed to suddenly be into sushi in 2012. Some people tried to blame their sweaty face on "molly"...but we know...they are always sweaty anyways. LEGENDARY Steve Lobel...made artists put on their best...in an attempt to impress him while he was in OHIO. CUDI and KING CHIP released "Just What I Am"...and yes...its dope! Last I heard in 2012...CAINE is petting koalas in AUSTRALIA...friggin AUSTRALIA!!!! See where music can take you!!! Artists seemed to take more pride in the quality of music they were pushing out for 2012. Guys seemed to embrace the "Kid N Play" box hightop haircuts, and tho not many..they were several young men...running aroung with blonde streaks...hey..I can dig it. The females went all TWILIGHT on us and embraced those lose "claw like nails"...yikes! Some artists attempted to make a #wave...but spent almost the whole year being unsuccessful.....hopefully things will be brighter for 2013. With the Big Heff radio show starting in JANUARY 2013, and new music, fashion, and...name changes happening all the time...2013 should be an awesome year!!  Now...I will leave you with the sincere , spiritual words from the 2012 OHIO HIP  HOP AWARD MODEL OF THE YEAR  JUICEY ADOIR - "I'd like to thank the man upstairs...cuz without him...none of this would be possible....make sure you give thanks to him...the almighty....now....I just have 1 question to ask....WHERE MY BAD BITCHEZ AT?!!!!" XOXO

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SHOTS FIRED!!!!!! MEET MIKE CLUM!!!

Okkkkkkk Soooooooduring 1 of my many...random adventures...I found myself in a place where I was almost positive...I wasn't going to see anything I had never seen before. Yet again...this funny thing called"life"...proved me wrong. As I jumped out the car to a lil house ...that I was not familiar with...I called the phone...like "yoooo open up the garage I'm outside". As the garage door creaked open...moving bout as slow as ketchup outta Heinz bottle...I saw a pair of sneakers...no biggie... average white sneakers, as the door crawled towards the end of it's journey...I noticed a pair of skinny jeans...still...no biggie...I mean...most people I hang with dress similar. It wasn't until the old garage door stalled...before reaching it's destination...that I noticed...the guy standing before me...wasn't who I was expecting. My eyes slowly scanned the feet again...and when my eyes finally reached the face...connected to the super skinny body...I blinked twice. A tall skinny white guy....with a head full of thick blonde hair and pullover stood staring at me. "Yo wat's up...come on in...this dumb door get's stuck sometimes"....I introduced myself...and suddenly...the stranger flashed a smile., extended his hand n said "Cool...I'm Mike".

It was just like that....that I met MIKE CLUM. At this point in MIKE CLUM'S life...I feel as though...he needs more of an introduction...something grand...something more form fitting to the new found respect and fame he has consumed through his creative genius, and hardwork. MIKE CLUM isn't just "Mike", as he often introduces himself. MIKE CLUM...has single handedly reformed music videos for all musicians in Cleveland, L.A, and many other cities. Some may think...from the work he produces...that he has a 100 member team helping him. Yet when I walked into the video shoot for Ray Cash I was intrigued, as well as hungrily curious....because MIKE CLUM...was doing it all by himself. Not only was he doing the video shoot by his lonesome...he was in total control of his work space. He quietly walked from room to room, the whole time his camera in his hand. I sat back and like I usually do...sank into a seat on the couch...and began to absorb my surroundings.

MIKE CLUM is mos def bout his business. The video shoot mos def could have gone 2 ways. I mean he was shooting a video for friggin RAY CASH outta all people. That alone shows that MIKE  CLUM has a superb track record. RAY CASH is a perfectionist, I mean he's done videos a million times. MIKE CLUMcould have chose to totally takeover, not listen to the artist, and shoot with no vision, no concept or without any meaning to the song....yet..MIKE CLUM chose to take a different approach. He listened to RAY CASH, and at the same time...he gave pointers on lighting, and sound, colors, and even texture...he assertively suggested things that would or would not work. The whole time moving...moving around....MIKE CLUM keeps it moving. There is no stalling or stopping...it's all business for him...and he keeps an eye on his watch. I literally watched MIKE CLUM...set up a whole video shoot, in a small space. NO NO NO...he is not just another "stereotypical white guy with a camera". He's super professional...and awesomely creative. Some directors just shoot, but MIKE CLUM actually has a passion for music, which comes across thru his videos. He's the total package when it comes to services in video and production.

As time went on....the usual vibe was cast upon the room....I mean...good music, the most beautiful green tree ever puffed...and creative energy.
I was amazed at the strength this skinny dude had. I mean most people would have fallen under the pressure of a room full of people... offering tree, and some people do things just to fit in. But MIKE CLUM...is far from "typical". He's not trying to "fit-in"...he has no reason to. He's shooting his own shots. It was comforting and genuine the way he can walk into a room full of people...that are very much different from him, and automatically blend in, and find the common factor that brings most of us together...music...and videos. MIKE CLUM checked his 3 point lighting, he came ready with smoke machines, filters, and hella other tricks in his bag.
MIKE CLUM does a delicious job of providing musical artists...with some of the most amazing visuals! The visuals aren't just visuals. MIKE CLUM has mastered editing and visual effects to a "T".

I mean this guy has worked with most of CLEVELAND's major artists such as Ray Cash, PAPA FLOW, Ray Jr, MSTACKS, Big Heff ,even Taylor Gang...and holds the title of director for the Ohio Hip Hop Awards documentary, not to mention...but I will...he does personalized social media marketing solutions for small to medium businesses....*whew!!!! That's hella work being accomplished....and jus think...all of this...is being done...by a guy...who is only19 years old!!!!!! Don't let his youth fool ya! I've never seen a more self-confident, creative,assertive, responsible.....and hungry go getter!! When I say hungry...I mean MIKE CLUM is hungry...he's mos def WORKIN. He doesn't hesitate to reach out to some of the biggest artists on social media, and his networking skills alone are worth their weight in film. I mean his roster just keeps climbing. 1 of the most beneficial things going for Mike Clum...is his originality , and willingness to think outside of the box. He doesn't limit himself to just 1 type of artist, he has worked with not only the Best of the Best, but then he works with high profile clients for major companies. With his cliental building faster than the Horseshoe Casino, his own company he co-founded taking off CanterburyCinema taking off...MIKE CLUM is mos def someone you will eventually need...if you are interested in having the highest quality videos shot, or if you are interested in having the most unique, creative visuals for your business or music created for you...and your fans, then Mike Clum is your go to guy! MIKE CLUM WILL SHOOT YOU!!!XOXO

NEW VIDEO INTERVIEW WITH BELLA NAE!!!!!!!!

OMG!!!!!! Sparkpluent had a chance to interview the deliciously cute BELLA NAE when she came thru GIPBKR in Cleveland!!!! Besides being just sooo friggin AWESOME, BELLA NAE gives us the 411 on herupcoming projects, fashion, TURN UP favorites and everything under the sun!!!! Taking Time out from Big Heff's Midwest Industry Tour...Come Chill with BELLA NAE!!! XOXO

RAP BATTLE VIDEO!!!!!!!!

Mannnnnnn... this have to be some of the funniest sh*t I've seen in awhile. Unless you are  of those "stuck up", uptight, defensive rappers....you will mos def be able to find the humor in these paradoy videos. I stumbled across them and can't stop watching! I will admit....sometimes when I watch "Rap Battles" I often...feel a little not "hip -hop"...maybe becuase I feel like...some of these battles ...aren't very battle-ish...*yeah I made up that word headroll fingasnap. Most of the rap battles, are in a location...where there are groups of "fans"...whichoften seem biased from the jump. You have the stereotypical crowd...that ooohhhhhh's andawwwwww's at every line that's spit...even though you are watching at home like.."uhhhhhhhh that was kinda wack". The use of props has become popular in most of these battles as well...and these videos do not hold back...at making fun of props, crowd particiaption,titles, winners, and just the  rap battle experience as a whole. Trust me...these videos are fu*kin HILARIOUS!!! Mr. Deshawn Raw does an excellent job at providing us with a humorous paradoy on hip-hop. With a cameo from Chris Rock, and himself...you already know that the situation is comical, stereotypical, and all based around truth lol.Check out these videos....super funny!!! XOXO

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RECAP GUCCI, GOTTI CONCERT.....

Okkkkkkk Sooooo...in life...certain things happen...most things that happen in our life... we have no control over, and as with anything that comes your way in life...you have to learn to take the good...with the bad...and with that being said...I'd like to let you experience the YO GOTTI/ GUCCI MANE "concert" held in CLEVELANDthis past weekend. I'd like you to experience it the way I myself experienced it. I mean....ok.....here we go........

BEFORE THE SHOW

OMG! GOTTI and GUCCI are about to be at the friggin WOLSTEIN CENTER!!! This must be major, that arena holds thousands!!!!

Fukkkkkkk what should I wear, cuz I know it's gonna be hella people there?

CRAP!!! I heard GOTTI n GUCCI are beefing

I hope this beef dies down before the concert, Im'a be pissed if 1 of them doesn't show up

Wait....who's promoting this show again?

Awwwww sh*t got my "media pass" Sparkplugent is bout to stomp thru

I feel bad for anyone that didn't already get their ticket for the concert...it's probably gonna be sold-out

It sure is hella promo for this concert jumping off....

Man......VILLA is soooo official

Why is everyone calling me....I don't know the details...

Man.....did you just see that sh*t on twitter YO GOTTI tweeted

Ok so wait!!!! GOTTI isn't coming...

Well damn...how much $$$ is GOTTI short

I knew this concert was to good to be true

I sho hope GOTTI aint on that sucka sh*t just cuz GUCCI tryna beef with him

Oh ok...false alarm...jus saw on twitter GOTTI got his $$$...shows back on

DAMN my media pass is kinda cool....

Man...it's bout to go down...2 trap gods, hella hoes, and the finest music

DAY OF SHOW

Seems like a nice day for a concert

I'ma still promote the concert...even though I'm pretty sure it's already sold out

Man....I would wear heels, but I'm not tryna snag a boo...fu*k it, UGGS will be fine

Awwwwww sh*t, my phone is blowing up....out of towners asking bout after party's

"Call me back, I'm tryna get ready for the GOTTI GUCCI show tonight"

I wonder what time I should get down there...cuz 8...seems a lil early

I'ma wait til I get settled inside to blaze this 

Awwwwww sh*t, tonight's gonna be a good night....awesome parking spot!!

It sure is kinda...quiet in here for the show being about to start.....

Ummmmm no sir...my pass is official......

DAMN....I might as well go downstairs to the floor....the seats aren't filled yet

WAIT!!!!! WHAT DO YOU MEAN MY PASS IS BOGUS!!!!

Ummmm I have no idea what this picture is your showing me mr.security man....but my pass is legit plz get outta my way...thank you

I wonder if these folding chairs actually fold up

Man.....TROPIKANA is so freakin sexy....I wish she would quit playing and just twerk it 1 good time...wait I think she's about to do it!!!!!!

False alarm...

TROPIKANA and DJ STEPH FLOSS vibe well together.....

Is it just me...or does EC kinda run the music scene in the city.......

Is that Pooh Gutta son!!!

Man Pooh Gutta and his mini me are destroying the stage right now!!!!!

I hope my kid has that much swag

WAIT!!!!

Are there only 2 mics

Youngshank...is....friggin fly as fuck...

Something seems off....was there a soundcheck

Why does everyone looks lost, and annoyed

Where the hell are the people

I wonder if I will ever get tired of SLOPPY

La Di DaDi is so damn energetic...I love his haircut

79TH TRUTH, his big giant nice self...I can't wait to get him on my blog

What do you mean...you want my media pass BACK....

Oh if I leave I can get back in

He better not ask for my pass again, I save all my media passes

ANYWAYZ DOE..........

Where's Shawn from 123rd wit the lighter?

Wait...did Ray Cash even perform

Hold up!!!! I kno that girl over there

Where's all the bad bitchez....sheesh

TROPIKANA always makes things seem ok....even when there's  confusion

I'm glad she got her own show

Bout damn time

Heyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!! I haven't seen you in forever...when did u get out?

Naw I'm not bout to leave to get damn nachos...GOTTI is bout to perform

DAMN!!!!! 

I knew GOTTI was gonna show, he aint no punk

It's dead as fu*k backstage....everyone seems irritated

It's sooooo much better in the crowd....

Wait!!!! Hold my hand...I don't wanna fall off this chair I'm standing on

I wish I was taller

It's a couple of thick white chics in here

I was wrong..."PIMPIN AINT DEAD"

Where's tha lighter

Cool!!!! 

FU*K!!!! Everytime I try and take a pic of GOTTI it's just a big blurrrrrrrr, he has on so much damn ice he'sfriggin glowing!!!! *truth

Awwwww sh*t....GOTTI is goin INSANE!!!

I can't wait to see GUCCI next

Nooooooooo save that burner for GUCCI duhhhhhhh

I still haven't seen hella bad bitchez

Is that CMG Clockworkmuzik reppin on stage

I fu*ks with Clockworkmuzik

DAMN GOTTI been goin forever...and I ain't mad

Hahahahahhaha we all trapped out

Is that a rhinestone one piece she's wearing...the gold one...

MZ CAMILLE could probably double as a stylist....

I LOVE HER BOOTS...so sparkly

GOTTI!!!!!!!!!!

I should have got some damn nachos....

Who's throwin $$$$$$

I don't know how I feel about that

Did we really need the WOLSTEIN CENTER for this...

WE should have had the show at EARTH

Where Tha Fu*k is GUCCI

TROPIKANA knows she has this hosting thing on lock

I almost forgot GOTTI made all these hits

So this is MEMPHIS

WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU AINT GET YO $$$$$$

Did he really just say that

Awwwwwww he's still performing for his fans

GOTTI is a cool as* dude......thats some real sh*t...to keep on performing

Then again....might as well...he's already on stage with a mic in his hand

MAN enough...where's GUCCI

I forgot I didn't wear a watch

What time is it

It's still early as fu*k

No....I'ma stick around for a lil bit and see if GUCCI comes, i'll catch up with you guys later

Wait...your leaving too

How do you know GUCCI isn't coming

NO WAY

Why are they still playing GOTTI's music and he's been off stage

Is this a set change

Ohhhhhh was there a rumble in the back

Im fried

Where's my gum

Found It

Who in the world are these people performing now

Is this some kinda intermission

I'm so lost

Wait...why are the lights on

I hate when I waste  TURN UP

Is that OWEY in the building

The people that are leaving are gonna be salty when they find out they missed GUCCI

No I can't leave....jus call me later

Uh ohhhhhhhh 

DJ ICE always be yelling

Did he really just say that

Ok sooooooooooooo GUCCI isn't coming

What the hell was he doing in Columbus

Damn...why'd Dj Ice have to kick us all out like that

Im salty .....but it's kinda funny

I got smoked

GUCCI scared

Why wasn't this show packed

Damn...these stairs are a b*tch

After party at XL

XL is mos def winning...jus from location alone

I hope GOTTI makes it home safe in all those jewels

THIS SOME BULLSHIT

Man...pumped over nuttin

FUKKKKKKk I'm fried

Where the F*ck did I park my car

STOP TEXTIN ME BOUT THA SHOW

Turn the heat on

What just happened

Who is responsible for this FUCKERY

It's still kinda funny

DAY AFTER THE SHOW

What a bummer

Why won't google pull up "Gucci get's pulled over in Columbus"

I wonder how much $$$ it really takes to promote a sold out concert

I still had a good time

GOTTI goes hard

GOTTI had the last laugh for real

I wonder if he ever got his $$$

E.C should just start throwing concerts...they make all the hits

They should have had more mics

I heard 2 Chainz is coming

Should I even bother

Hell yeah...that b*tch is gonna bawdy rock

Dj. Ice is funny as hell...he sounded like a mad uncle bustin up the house party

It is wat it is.....

Sucks Dj Ice had to be the the bearer of bad news lol

This reminded me of the Jay-z and R.Kelley  Best of Both Worlds Tour

HA!

In the end......I'm one of those people...that attempts to find the good within every bad situation. That's life!!!Expect the unexpected. YO GOTTI went ham!!!! It' was cool seeing everyone from all over, even from outta town...dressed to impress, showin love...and coming out to support something that could have been major for the city. Sh*t happens...and even though I was a lil bummed out...I still will be excited for the next event, and the 1 after that...cuz I love my city CLEVELAND, and all the fuckery that goes with it. YO GOTTI, GUCCI....watever...I respect everyone that took even jus a minute out of their life to even attempt to throw a show like this should have been. I'm sure the next concert will mos def make up for this 1!!!! XOXO