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Simone - "Keeper of Nina's Flame" Reelblack Tv's Lyrispect sat one-on-one with singing star SIMONE recently at Philly's World Cafe Live to discuss her CD, SIMONE ON SIMONE. On her debut release , she reinterprets a dozen of her mother Nina Simone's classics using her original big-band charts. Visit her at www.simonesworld.com and www.myspace.com/simonehighpreistess Tags: simone nina reelblack lyrispect classic jazz exclusive interview |
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Filmmaker Laura Waters Hinson Discusses AS WE FORGIVE Reelblack TV's Chivonnie caught up with filmmaker Laura Waters Hinson at the AFI Silverdocs Film Festival to discuss her Student Academy Award-winning film, AS WE FORGIVE. Hinson was an attendee at the fest. Her hour-long feature, narrated by Mia Farrow deals with the Reconciliation Project in Rwanda, where tens of thousands of confessed killers are being sent back to their villages due to prison overcrowding. The only solution is for their neighbors to forgive their evil deeds. To find out more about this film, to schedule a screening or purchase a DVD, please visit www.asweforgivethose.com Tags: reelblack TV chivonnie laura waters hinson as we forgive mia farrow rwanda forgiveness project paul kagame genocide |
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Reelblack Wins CNN IReport Film Festival Interview with CNN's Don Lemon and Reelblack founder Mike D. His short film, THE 13TH AMENDMENT was awarded the Jury Prize in the first ever CNN Ireport Film Festival. For more info, visit www.ireport.com Tags: Reelblack CNN IReport Film Festival |
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Clark Duke on Sex Drive Actor Clark Duke (Greek, Clarkandmichael.com) sat down with Reelblack TV's Robert X. Golphin to discuss his latest project, SEX DRIVE, which is in theaters everywhere on October 17. He also discusses his web series with Michael Cera and the key to creating successful internet entertainment. Tags: clark duke reelblack summit entertainment sex Drive sexdrive Drunk history michael Cera teen comedy |
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Lalah Hathaway - At Sound Of Market Street (Interview) Stax recording artist LALAH HATHAWAY recently made an in-store appearance at Philadelphia's Sound Of Market Street Record hop, where our own Lyrispect had a chance to chat with her about her new album, SELF PORTRAIT, which is available now. Tags: lalah hathaway donny lyrispect reelblack self portrait let go |
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Tia Lessin & Carl Deal TROUBLE THE WATER, Pt. 2 -reedit Reelblack's homegirl Chivonnie caught up with award-winning filmmakers Tia Lessin and Carl Deal at the 2008 Silverdocs Film Festival. Here they discuss their latest project, TROUBLE THE WATER which opens at Philadelphia's Ritz Bourse Theater On Friday October 3, 2008. Tags: reelblack chivonnie trouble the water born hustler records kimberly rivers roberts scott |
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Kimberly & Scott Roberts - TROUBLE THE WATER Pt. 1 reedit Here is Reelblack's exclusive interview with Kimberly Rivers Roberts and Scott Roberts the subjects of the award-winning documentary TROUBLE THE WATER. Filmmakers Tia Lessin and Carl Deal are interviewed in Part 2. Trouble The Water tells of the Robert's survival of Hurricane Katrina and opens in Philadelphia at the Ritz Bourse Theater on Friday October 3, 2008. Tags: reelblack trouble the water kimberly rivers roberts scott tia lessin carl deal chivonnie AFI Silverdocs sundance jury |
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Tony Rock - The Tony Rock Project Reelblack TV caught up with comedian Tony Rock on the streets of Manhattan where he talked to us about his new TV show, THE TONY ROCK PROJECT, which premieres on the MYTV Network beginning October 8, 2008. http://myspace.com/rockjokes Tags: Tony Rock Chris Reelblack Comedy |
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Catching Up With Bill Withers Two clips of legendary singer-sonwriter Bill Withers at the Rhythm & Blues Foundation's Pioneer Awards on September 9, 2008 in Philadelphia. Mr. Withers was among the honorees that night. The foundation offers grants to many R&B artists who recorded from the 50s through 70s who may not have gotten their just due. For more info or to donate, visit /www.rhythm-n-blues.org Tags: reelblack Bill withers Rhthm and Blues pioneer awards |
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Neil LaBute - Director of LAKEVIEW TERRACE Neil Labute (Nurse Betty, In The Company of Men) sat down to speak about his latest project LAKEVIEW TERRACE. This thriller stars Samuel Jackson as a widowed cop who terrorizes his next door neighbors, a nely married interracial couple played by Kerry Washington and Patrick Wilson Opens everywhere on September 19, 2008. http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/lakeviewterrace/ Tags: lakeview terrace neil labute samuel L. jackson patrick wilson kerry washington thriller |
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Black L.U.V. Fest September 21, Washington DC Papi Kymone Freeman invites you to attend the 11th Annual BLACK LUV FEST, to be held in Washington, DC on Sunday September 21. For more info, visit http://blackluvfest.info In 1997, The Black L.U.V. (love, unity & vision) Festival was established by artists in the historic U street community who continue to be dedicated to social change. This FREE one-day multi-cultural outdoor event, dedicated to upliftment, has used the cultural arts as a vehicle to inform and enlighten communities of the Nations Capital. The Black L.U.V. (love, unity & vision) Festival informs and enlightens communities on social injustice, gentrification, healthcare and educational issues that disproportionately affect poor people in general and black people in particular in our communities and neighborhoods. Tags: Kymone Freeman Black Luv Fest Washinton DC Kurtis Blow Afrika Bambataa |
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Jazmine Sullivan is Fearless (Interview Exclusive) Reelblack sat one-on-one with up-and-coming singer/songwriter Jazmine Sullivan. She has performed and written with some of the best. Now its her time to shine. FEARLESS, her debut CD debuted at #1 on the R&B and Hip-Hop chart and is in stores now (and Itunes). www.myspace.com/jazminesullivan Tags: reelblack jazmine sullivan fearlesss need bad kindred the family soul black lily jazzyfatnastees missy elliott |
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Keke Palmer - Star of THE LONGSHOTS A brief, intimate portrait of actress/ singer Keke Palmer, star of the upcoming football comedy THE LONGSHOTS with Ice Cube. The Longshots opens Friday August 22 and gets Reelblack's HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION. Tags: reelblack keke palmer so uncool the longshots |
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Ursula Rucker: Poet - Official Trailer Official Trailer for Reelblack's upcoming half hour documentary on Philadelphia-based poet Ursula Rucker. Film will make it's World Premiere at the 2008 Urbanworld Film Festival in New York City, Sept 12 at 10AM and Sept 13 at 3:30pm. Visit www.Urbanworld.com for ticket info. Tags: reelblack ursula rucker poet spoken word def posonia sanchez the roots king britt gil scott heron saul williams |
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Brandon T. Jackson is Alpa Chino in TROPIC THUNDER Reelblack TV's Robert X. Golphin linked up with actor/comedian Brandon T. Jackson (Roll Bounce) for this brief interview. He discusses his latest role as rapper/actor Alpa Chino in the new Ben Stiller comedy Tropic Thunder and working with Robert Downey, Jr. who plays an actor so dedicated to his character that he has his skin chemically dyed to resemble that of an African-American. Let us know what you think about this modern-day use of blackface in a mainstream movie. TROPIC THUNDER is in theaters everywhere August 13. Tags: tropic thunder reelblack ben stiller jack black robert Downey jr. Vietnam Brandon T. Jackson blackface |
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Hill Harper - Letters To A Young Sister (Interview) Actor/Author HILL HARPER met briefly with Lyrispect of Reelblack TV to discuss his new book, LETTERS TO A YOUNG SISTER - deFINE Your Destiny. Geared to boost self-esteem in young women it features contributions from many well known personalities and is in bookstores everywhere. Tags: reelblack hill harper gabrielle union define your destiny lyrispect |
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Eddie Murphy's 15 Foot Head On July 2, 2008 Fox Pictures brought a 15 foot replica of Eddie Murphy's head to Love Park in Center City Philadelphia to promote the sci-fi comedy MEET DAVE. Folks were encouraged to pose inside it's ear for a special promotion. Check out this verite look at this traffic-stopping scene. Tags: reelblack eddie murphy Meet Dave publicity stunt |
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Good Day To Be Black & Sexy - Trailer Reelblack, Philadelphia's # 1 promoter of African-American film teams with UrbanPhilly.com to host the East Coast premiere of Dennis Dortch's A GOOD DAY TO BE BLACK & SEXY. A hit at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, Dortch, a Philly native will be present at the event. Sponsored by Uwishunu.com and Rolling Out Urbanstyle Weekly with assistance from WURD 900AM radio Visit www.myspace.com/reelblack for complete details. Tags: reelblack dennis dortch urbanphilly.com uwishunu film premiere |
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Ayo Speaks About Love, Pain and Joy In this exclusive clip, Reelblack TV's Angela Henry chats with Nigerian Gypsy Ayo about her debut CD, JOYFUL. Joyful has already sold an impressive 700,000 copies in Europe alone since its debut. Now Ayo is poised to capture the ears in North America. If you're into Sade, India.Aire, Lauryn Hill, Fela Kuti or Stevie Wonder, be sure to give Ayo a play. www.ayomusic.com. A Reelblack Exclusive. Tags: Reelblack Captured Soul Ayo Down on my knees World Cafe Live YFS Fest sade india arie bob marley world music nigerian fela kuti |
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Spike Lee - "It's Not Done" Chivonnie of Reelblack TV caught up with legendary filmmaker Spike Lee at the 2008 Silverdocs Film Festival, where he was the recipient of the Guggenheim Award for his body of documentary film work. In this exclusive clip, he reveals his plans to continue the When The Levees Broke series and his hope for change in the November elections. Tags: reelblack silverdocs chivonnie spike lee 40 acres and mule katrina when the levees broke barack obama 2008 |
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Janelle Monae on The Chase Reelblack sat down with Wondaland Arts/ Bad Boy Recording Artist JANELLE MONAE on the eve of the re-release of her debut EP, THE CHASE, PT 1 of IV. In this exclusive clip she discusses the power of imagination, her character Cindi Mayweater and how the internet is changing the way music is absorbed. Thanks to Young Friends Society and World Cafe Live. Visit www.janellemonae.com for more info. Tags: reelblack captured soul wondaland janelle monae badboy world cafe live YFS The Chase |
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John Legend & Leon Ware - In Conversation Extended scene from the forthcoming Reelblack documentary on Leon Ware, the gifted producer, singer and songwriter best known for his collaborations with Marvin Gaye, Minnie Riperton, Maxwell and Quincy Jones. Here he and Grammy-winning singer/songwriter John Legend meet for the first time, exchanging bits of wisdom on art, life and the spirituality behind creativity in this "fly-on-the-wall" clip. Featuring live performance clips with Maya Azucena. Leon's new CD, Moon Ride, will be released August 12, 2008 through Stax/Concord Music Group. www.leonware.com Tags: leon ware john legend interview minnie riperton reelblack captured soul maxwell quincy jones marvin gaye donny hathaway |
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Young Friends Society Of Philadelphia Presents YFS Fest 2008 The Young Friends Society of African Diasporan Institutions has been active in Philadelphia since 2002. This brief piece explains their mission, highlighting their 2nd annual concert series at World Cafe Live. For more info visit www.youngfriendssociety.org or visit their myspae page. Tags: Reelblack YFS Fest Young Friends Society Lauren Holland Shantrelle Lewis |
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Janelle Monae - Sincerely Jane (Live) Janelle Monae performs "Sincerely, Jane" live at the Fillmore at the TLA in Philadelphia. Directed by Reelblack/Captured Soul. Visit www.janellemonae.com Tags: Reelblack Captured Soul Janelle Monae Wondaland Arts Roots Picnic |
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Tyreke Evans Gunnin' Exclusive interview Reelblack met with Chester B-ball phenom TYREKE EVANS, star of the new movie, Gunnin' For That #1 Spot. Directed by Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys, it follows eight top-ranked High School Basketball players who are invited to play at the first ever "Elite 24" b-ball Tournament at Harlem's legendary Rucker Park. In theaters June 27. Visit www.gunninmovie.com for details Tags: reelblack tyreke evans beastie boys nba drafr memphis grizzlies mike beasley #1 spot |
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Ursula Rucker - Supa Sista (Unplugged) Ursula Rucker performs her song SUPA SISTA accompanied on guitar by Tim Motzer. Deleted scene from the upcoming documentary URSULA RUCKER: POET. www.myspace.com/ursularucker Tags: reelblack captured soul ursula rucker the roots king britt |
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Natalie Stewart of Floetry with the 411 on Flying Solo Singer and poet Natalie Stewart is at a turning point. In this exclusive interview, she reflects positively on her 7 years as half of Floetry (w/ Marsha Ambrosius), her new solo CD and her plans for a Floetry reunion. Featuring rare Black Lily footage and more. Her new project, FREEDOM should be released this summer. www.myspace.com/thefloacist Tags: natalie stewart floetry reelblack marsha ambrosius come over black lily the roots kindred |
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The Real John Witherspoon Reelblack's Big Sis met up with actor/comedian JOHN WITHERSPOON (Pops in Friday/ Wayans Brothers / Boondocks) after a recent appearance at Philly's Helium Comedy Club. In this exclusive interview, he shares nuggets of wisdom from working over 30 years in Hollywood. Topics include working w/ Richard Pryor, Barack vs. Hillary and his definition of success and happiness. His new DVD, "You Got To Coordinate' is in stores now. His website is www.bangbangbangbng.com Tags: Reelblack John Witherspoon Big Sis Boondocks Barack Obama Richard Pryor Robert Townsend Ice Cube Friday Chris Tucker |
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The 13th Amendment - A 90 Year Old Woman Votes For Obama This documentary short follows a 90 year old great-great grandmother on her trek to vote for Barack Obama in the 2008 Pennsylvania Primary. Having voted all her life, this is the first time she's had the opportunity to vote for a Black man for the office of President of the United States. Tags: barack obama helen dennis reelblack hillary clinton African-American Vote or Die pennsylvania primary election |
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Alice Smith - NEW RELIGION (Live) Grammy Nominee ALICE SMITH performs her single "New Religion" Live at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia, 10/31/2007. Visit myspace.com/alicesmith Tags: alice smith for lovers dreamers and me Word Reelblack Captured Soul Dream |