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H O W T O B E F E AT U R E D IN THE MOVEMENT M A G A Z I N E REMIXED (SEE INSIDE)
Norman Bradley CEO of BKS1 Radio Audrey Egypt Blanc Founder/Editor in Chief of The Movement Magazine
! CARL THOMAS TOTAL - PAM & KIMA MISSION ENT. USMAN SHARIF
Two Angels gone too soon - RIP Terrance “NUGGIE” Morris and Jonathan Fontenot
Shariff James Men Lie, Women Lie but numbers don’t lie. Packed NJPAC to capacity again… F R E E
FAITH EVANS
JERSEY HOMETOWN QUEEN SHOWS UP AND SHOWS OUT @ NJPAC
RoyalE Watkins Mixtape Comedy Show
Literature/ Movements / Music / Fashion/Red Carpets
Entertainment is what we do
Some of the TEAM:
Photographer Latelle Solmon, Host Ciara, Egypt & photographer Tonya
Legendary Radio Personality Lenny Green and Host Ciara
Photographer Tonya and CEO of BKS1 Radio Storm Norm
The Movement Magazine Team and BKS1 Radio Team covered the entire event
Faith Evans - PAGE 5
Total - Pam & Kima - PAGE 20
Table of Contents Pg. 2 The Movement TEAM - Pg. 3 Egypt-Editor in Chief - Pg. 12 RIP-Nuggie & Jonathan - Pg.13 T.I. & Tiny - Pg. 18 Monifa R&B Divas - Pg. 19
Shariff James - PAGE 46
Chrisette Michelle- Pg. 22 How to be featured inside - Pg 23 Carl Thomas - Pg. 24 Storm Norm da General - Pg. 26 Interval Training - Pg. 29 BKS1 Radio Line-up - Pg. 30 The Woman 2 Woman Show - Pg. 32
We keep our finger on the pulse of what is NEW, HOT AND Innovative!!!!
Royale Watkins Comedy - PAGE 52
RedEye Mechanics Clothing - Pg. 34 Hip Hop GovMattic - Pg. 36 Usman Sharif - Pg. 38 Clipped Wings They do Fly - Pg. 39 Mission Ent. - Pg. 41 Free Music Business Seminar - Pg 56 We are at War w/o Weapons - Pg. 58
CONTENTS
THE MOVEMENT MAGAZINE REMIXED (VOLUME 8)!
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Founder/Editor in Chief - Audrey “Egypt” Blanc! Publisher - Rodney “Rasul” Wilson! Dir. of Operations - Shannan “Shyne” hunter!
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EDITORIAL! PROOFREADER- JOE “JAHAAD” ADAMS HOST/JOURNALIST - Tray kearney Special Correspondent: Ciara CONSULTANT - ROWENA HUSBANDS! CONTRIBUTING WRITERS! Audrey “Egypt” Blanc, Shannan “Shyne” Hunter, Tray Kearney, Joe “Jahaad” Adams, Tyree Ladd!
The VOICE of a new generation.
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CREATIVE! Creative Director - Audrey “Egypt” Blanc! Visual Arts Director - Cruz! Make-up - NiCHOLE W.! PROMOTIONS! Derrell “Roc” Reed!
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PHOTOGRAPHY! Rowena Husbands, Lattell Solomon, Tyree Ladd, Tonya Daniels, Audrey “Egypt” Blanc, Shannan “Shyne” Hunter!
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Faith Evans
Log on to : www.TheMovementMagazine.net & www.FaithEvansMusic.com 'I Deserve It' is the first single from the R&B singer's 8th album. It features Missy Elliott and up-and-coming female rapper Sharaya J. Faith's new album is titled 'Incomparable'.
R&B Divas is the seventh studio album by American R&B singer Faith Evans, which was released on her own imprint, Prolific Music Group on October 2, 2012 in the United States. Distributed through E1 Music, the album marks Evans' second independent release, and accomplished a major feat when it debuted at #1 on iTunes R&B Soul Albums chart. The album features the single, "Lovin' Me", which also serves as the theme song for Faith Evans' hit show "R&B Divas". "R&B Divas" premiered August 20th, 2012 on TV One, quickly becoming the most watched original premiere in the TV One's history with 900,000+ viewers. ! 6
A portion of the proceeds from "R&B Divas" will be donated to the Whitney E. Houston Academy of Creative and Performing Arts.
Multi-platinum Grammy Award winning recording artist. New York Times best-selling author. Mother. Entrepreneur. With so many hats to be worn, it is undeniable that Faith Renée Evans has a little something for everyone. What has been an equally rewarding and trying career, ask her how she’s come this far and she’ll simply reply, “FAITH.”
understanding the long absences between albums & knowing that quality withstands the test of time.” Once again, Faith Evans is set to take the music world by storm.
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Evans with a career spanning over a decade in the music industry, Faith Evans has released three Platinum-certified albums (Faith, Keep The Faith and Faithfully), the Gold-certified The First Lady, and the holiday staple, A Faithful Christmas. Evans is a five-time Grammy nominee and winner for “Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group” in 1998 for “I’ll Be Missing You,” an homage to her late husband and hip-hop legend Notorious B.I.G. Faith also had entrepreneurial debut as the face of Glass Hair, a high-end line of hair care products. Being centered in a place where I have grown from an entertainer to an entrepreneur is truly a blessing. I am excited to share this incredible experience with my fans and the world.”
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She wrote and published her memoir and developed a few television projects. She also transitioned from her last label home to acquiring her own imprint through E1 Music. Although she miss the creative process and reconnecting with her fans, at this stage in her life it's far more important for her to make wise decisions on things that best affect her children's future.
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I have a great deal of respect and admiration for all of the artists, writers, and producers who lent their support. Collectively, they helped manifest my vision to create [what I consider to be] one of my best bodies of work.”
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“I’ve sacrificed so much over the years, for the sake of artistry, but my diligence has earned me the gift of still being a relevant presence in our music culture, and the wisdom to become the CEO of my career, focusing on building my brand. I really appreciate my Faithful fans, for
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Faith Evans new album "Incomparable" Featured songs are as follows;
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1. "Prelude"/" Thank You & Good Night" 2. Extraordinary 3. I Deserve It (featuring Missy Elliot and Sharaya J) 4. Really Wanna Do 5. Take Your Time "Interlude" 6. Fragile 7. Incomparable 8. Ride The Beat "Interlude" 9. Make Love (featuring KeKe Wyatt 10. Good Time (featuring Problem) 11. Forever 12. Ever Go Away 13. He Is 14. Paradise (featuring B Slade & Karen ClarkSheard) 15. "Thank You's" Outro
16. Maybe!
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Something About Faith is the sixth studio album by American R&B singer Faith Evans, which was released on her own imprint, Prolific Music Group on October 5, 2010 in the United States. Distributed through E1 Music, the album marks Evans' first independent release, and accomplished a major feat when it debuted at #1 on Billboard's Independent Album Chart, staying there for 2 consecutive weeks. The album features the Grammy-nominated single, "Gone Already", and includes production by Salaam Remi, Chucky Thompson, Carvin & Ivan, Malik Pendleton and Mike City. Certainly her most feature-heavy album to date, Something About Faith features an elite lineup of female vocal powerhouses that include Kelly Price, Lil’ Mo, Keyshia Cole and Jessica Reedy (BET's Sunday Best), International superstar Estelle as well as Hip-Hop luminaries Raekwon and fellow Newark native, Redman.
A Faithful Christmas is the fifth studio album and holiday staple by American R&B singer Faith Evans, released October 25, 2005 on Capitol Records. The album features a collection of traditional holiday songs, including "Merry Christmas Baby", "White Christmas", "O Come All Ye' Faithful" and "Santa Baby" where Faith delivers soaring soulful melodies and exceptional vocal arrangements. The album also contains original future holiday classics, some of which were co-written with her daughter, Chyna Griffin.
The First Lady is the fourth studio album by American recording artist Faith Evans. Released on Capitol Records in April of 2005, it marked Evans' debut on the EMI subsidiary, (following her departure from Bad Boy Records in 2003). The First Lady features production from The Neptunes, Chucky Thompson, Mario Winans and Philly-based duo Carvin & Ivan. The Gold-selling album debuted at #2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 with an opening week sales of 157,000 units, giving Evans her highest-selling debut and best ever first-week sales. The First Lady featured the Top 40 smash "Again" and the #1 Hot Dance Club Play hit, "Mesmerized" and was nominated for Best Female R&B/Soul Album at the 20th Soul Train Music Awards.
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Faithfully is the third studio album by American singer Faith Evans, released on Bad Boy Records in November of 2001. The Grammy-nominated, Platinum-selling album was critically-acclaimed, and featured production by Sean Combs, The Neptunes, Michael Angelo Saulsberry, and Mario Winans. Praised by fans and critics alike as Faith's most eclectic and musically diverse project (released to date), Faithfully spawned multiple hit singles including the ladies anthem, "You Gets No Love", the R&B crossover hit single "I Love You", and the summer club banger, "Burnin' Up" featuring Missy Elliott, Diddy & Freeway. This would be Faith's last album recorded on Bad Boy Records before her departure from the label in 2003. Keep the Faith is the second studio album by American singer Faith Evans, released on Bad Boy Records in October of 1997. The Platinum-selling album was Evans' return to music following the untimely death of her husband and Hip Hop Icon, the late-great Notorious B.I.G. The album featured the undeniable first single "Love Like This", which was arguably the best uptempo R&B song released that year. Using a sample of Chic's "Cheer", Faith's soprano vocals soaring over the track coupled with her signature harmonious arrangements made for the perfect club banger. The follow up track "All Night Long" featuring label head and impresario, Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, also burned up the charts and received mass cross over success. The third and final single "Never Gonna Let You Go", was an unlikely hit that amazingly bounded 40 chart positions from number 57 to number 17 on the strength of a CD single release. It also became Faith's first SOLO number 1 R&B single. Faith is the debut album by American R&B singer Faith Evans, released on Bad Boy Records in August of 1995. The Platinum-selling album was dubbed an R&B classic and praised by critics and fans alike. Faith featured production by The Hitmen members Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs and Chucky Thompson, as well as Herb Middleton, and JeanClaude Olivier. Spawning the Gold-selling hits "You Used to Love Me" and "Soon As I Get Home", Faith also contains a cover of the Rose Royce's single "Love Don't Live Here Anymore" featuring Queen of Hip Hop/Soul, Mary J. Blige. Hailed as the First Lady of Sean Combs' Bad Boy Entertainment, Evans is blessed with a voice that elevates her above much of her cookie-cutter, hip hop soul peers. It'd be easy to dismiss her debut as a collection of flash-inthe-pan, trendy r&b, but the album is far better--and deeper--than you think. From start to finish, the album soars as a timeless album of streetsavvy soul, and remains surprisingly consistent. With a voice that Puffy says is reminiscent of rain, it's no wonder it can sound as lilting as a summer shower or as electric as a thunderstorm. Faith's instrument potential seems boundless....more Whitney than Mary, more classic than nouveau, Faith is the album poised to place Evans at the top of the mountain of young soul divas.
NJPAC audience was on their feet listening to the sultry sounds of Faith Evans & Carl Thomas
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Faith performed live in her hometown of Newark, New Jersey. She showed up and showed out at NJPAC Mission Entertainments All Black Affair. Her voice sounded better than the recording. She looked incredible, her body was on point. It was great to see legendary artist come back out and reinvent themselves even better than before and Faith has definitely done that.
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This year has been one of the most difficult years of my life. After loosing my nephew in an automobile crash, another family member being diagnosed with Cancer and witnessing some of the most horrific crimes being done to Black Human Beings in AMERICA. I STILL believe that GOD will see us all thru these trying times.
THIS is Truly a MOVEMENT. Don’t let the moves you make be a detriment to your upward mobility.! - Egypt
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The Police Officers that we respected, that are PAID to protect and serve has failed us tremendously.
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But WE as a community must take steps to make changes that will not set us back 100 years. The Judicial System is proving that WE as a people don’t matter. So we must take m atter s i n to o u r ow n h a n d s. ( N OT VIOLENTLY) BUT WISELY.
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Newark resident, 26, is second victim in fatal Belleville crash
www.NorthJersey.com reported by: ROMAN J. USCHAK STAFF WRITERÂ |Â BELLEVILLE TIMES
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Both victims in the fatal car crash that occurred on Route 21 in Belleville have now been identified. Jonathan Fontenot and Terrence Morris, both 26 and of Newark, were killed in November 3, 2014 crash, according to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office. The prosecutor's office released Fontenot's name last Thursday, but at the time said formal identification of the second victim, Morris, was not finalized.
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The crash occurred on Route 21 southbound near Exit 6 about 7:25 p.m., when a tractor trailer collided with a 2013 Dodge Dart and a 2004 Chevy Cavalier. The passenger and the driver in the Cavalier were both pronounced dead at the scene. It was not revealed if Morris or Fontenot was driving the Cavalier. The Dart was driven by a 27-year-old Bloomfield man who was not injured. The Log on to : www.TheMovementMagazine.net
truck driver, a 48-year-old male, also did not sustain any injuries. The prosecutor's office did not release the names of those drivers.
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The tractor trailer and one of the passenger vehicles were on fire when initial first responders arrived. Belleville police and fire departments responded, along with Newark and Nutley fire departments and the Newark Police Department. New Jersey State Police also responded to the scene and assisted Belleville units.
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The crash shut down a portion of Route 21 into the early morning hours Tuesday. An electronic news alert stated that the accident scene had been cleared and all lanes had been reopened to traffic by 6 a.m. the following day. Chief Assistant Prosecutor Thomas Fennelly stated that no charges have been filed against anyone in connection with the crash. The investigation by the prosecutor's office is ongoing.
Celebrating the Life of
Terrance “NUGGIE” Morris Crying as I type this, trying to muster up all of the courage I can to create the sort of dedication that my nephew would have been proud of. First off I have to say that I was very proud to be Nuggie’s aunt. My two sisters and I were pregnant all at the same time and we raised our boys like brothers together (Nuggie, Bam & Pooh). This was one of the hardest things that I have had to deal with in my life thus far other than the passing of my father back in 85. Nuggie was a very silly young man, his smile was infectious and if you were not happy, he would find a way to change that by doing something that would make you smile. It was truly a gift, he absolutely was the entertainment of the family. You never had to ask him to perform or act silly he would automatically do it. Every vacation we went on we always took Nuggie, I only had one son “Tyree” and he always wanted someone to play with so of course Nuggie was always willing to go anywhere, you only had to ask him once…lol…But the love of his life was his 3 year old daughter Skye Bella Morris of whom is the spitting image of him, he did everything for her, he was becoming a better man because of her. I truly understand that we all have to leave this earth at some point but no rational thinking will un-break my heart. I believe that God will get us all thru this terrible loss, in time. Thank you Jesus for letting us borrow one of your angels for just a short time. Rest easy in Paradise my Nu-Nug, I will always love you. - Audrey Egypt Blanc
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Gone but NEVER forgotten
SUNSET 11/3/2014
Celebrating the Life of
Jonathan “Dollah” Fontenot My sister Niecey (Nuggie’s mother) had the biggest heart, she would allow any of her sons friends to stay at her house, to eat, play do whatever. She treated them like her children and Jonathan was one of those friends. He was so very funny, he began to start performing his comedy at shows in New Jersey and New York, he was always trying out new material on anyone who would listen. This is one of the reasons why they got along so very well. Whenever you see one of the you see the other, both making jokes trying to make each other laugh even if it wasn’t funny they made it funny anyway. Jonathan was a very respectable young man, I actually never saw him upset. He was so very positive an upbeat, his spirit was pure. Even though you are not my biological nephew, we all considered him an honorary family member. I will always remember your laugh and silly ways you made everyone smile. You both were taken away from us too soon and you guys will be forever missed. May God continue to Bless your family and guide them all towards healing. Dollah “Cheeze” you will never be forgotten. - Audrey Egypt Blanc
SUNRISE 5/17/88
SUNSET 11/3/2014 Gone but NEVER forgotten
This is some of Terrance “NUGGIE” Family - he is gone but NEVER forgotten
Nuggie with the love of his life, his daughter Skye
This was Momma Young birthday with all of her children and grand-children and Great Grand-children
Rell, Nuggie & Bam Nuggie Brothers Kevin & Ikish
Conrad, Brianna, Nuggie, B-Dot, Brittany, Bam, Marshall, Bianca, Justin, Kevin at Von House for momma birthday
This is Egypt sister Sharon “Niecey” Morris - Nuggie’s Mother
Turn-Up GOUSINS ! Nug & Tonya
Nuggie’s girl - Sharday
BROTHERS & COUSINS l-r (Ikish, Nuggie, Kevin, Tyree, Niqua, Rell, Chris, Quan, Bam
Me & my Nu-Nug Nuggie’s nephews (Justin & Kevin) and daughter Skye
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COUSINS THE ORIGINAL 3 THE HARD WAY (Nuggie, Bam & Tyree)
These are what you call REAL friends until the end. They worked for the same company, they were on a radio show together and everyone that knows them know they acted a fool together. Their unexpected passing was very sad YES but I had a little comfort in knowing that they were together until the end. They were like brothers. Nuggie was the rapper & Dolla was the comedian. May God keep both of you. Rest in Paradise. - Egypt
NUGGIE
DOLLA Egypt nephews Nuggie, KD & Dolla
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TOTAL
Pam & Kima
TOTAL a female R&B Group initially signed to Sean Combs Bad Boy Record Label, started out with (3) three members (Pam, Kima & Keisha). But to my surprise when it was time for their performance at Mission Entertainments All Black Affair held at NJPAC only (2) members was gearing up to perform. By: Audrey Egypt Blanc I was a little apprehensive at first, but of course myself and the entire audience were at the edge of our seats wondering if they still had it, if they would sound good with a two part harmony instead of three, how would they interact together onstage, we were all wondering if it was a mistake to try and venture off without one of their members.
had six packs, their gym game must be serious. The leather outfits fit them like a glove, the audience and myself was pleasantly surprised and they were well worth the wait. After the initial shock wore off and they began to sing, I almost forgot that they even had another member of the group. The ladies exploded on the stage. They sounded just as good as the actual record or better. The crowd was just as excited as Pam & Kima was performing all of their hits.
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TOTAL continued You could actually feel Godly presence, it was almost like witnessing the true power of the almighty God. I don’t think that the audience was aware of the anointing that was on Pam & Kima. I felt it, I’m sure everyone else felt it too. When you believe with all of your soul and allow God to do his work, you can reach unreachable heights. And we all
bare witness that night. I am so very proud of these young ladies, they are going to be instrumental in making artists believe that you can attain anything, if your heart is right and you are right with God and you are determined to work hard at your craft. As you can see, their hard work has paid off. Keep your eyes out for an incredible COME-BACK for TOTAL….
TOTAL is back, in TOTAL control
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Carl Thomas
Carl’s performance was nothing short of incredible, he sung all of his hits while the entire audience sang along. NJPAC was definitely filled with Carl Thomas fans because they knew every word to every song. During Faith Evans set she called Carl on stage for their duet and their performance was very impressive how they interacted with each other and with the audience. They both looked great and sounded even better. The entire performances from the Bad Boy reunion show was a complete success from beginning to end. Faith Evans and Carl Thomas singing their duet “Can’t Believe”
Legendary Singer Carl Thomas backstage with Editor in Chief Egypt after his incredible performance @ NJPAC at Mission Ent. All Black Affair
CEO - Norm & Carl Thomas
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Norm with just a few of his BKS1 Radio Team (l to r) The Birthday girl Miss Lee, Shanielle and Trish a.k.a. Supes
Storm Norm Da General Norman Bradley aka “Storm Norm Da General” born and raised in Plainfield, New Jersey, the city of famed artist Parliament Funkadelics and the world famous DJ Cheese. Norman’s popularity started out in high school as a DJ who played at various venues throughout the TriState area. His passion for music didn’t stop at just deejaying, he began writing and producing as well and also formed a rap group called Fresh Finesse who released their first single titled “ You Ain’t Saying Nothin” on Valley/Trumpet/Atlantic records. The single did well in the US .and was #11 on London’s top DJ./Producer Tim Westwood’s top 40 pick hit list.
R&B Superstar Faith Evans and Norm backstage
Storm Norm Da General representing The Movement
Norm and Hot 97’s own Mister C and DJ Ran backstage of NJPAC after all the incredible performances
Norm and the R&B Group TOTAL (Kima and Pam) for all of you who don’t know your history Norm is the one that actually discovered these young ladies before BADBOY.
HIP HOP’s bad-girl Vita and Norm after Total performance at NJPAC
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He then went on to study recording engineering and the business of music at the prestigious Arts Institute of Atlanta, GA. While perusing his education, he decided to go back to the Tri-State area to start his own music production company and studio, which led to the transformation from dee-jay to producer/songwriter. The first act he discovered, produced and developed was a female R&B/Hip-Hop group he called “Total Opposites” which consisted of three local New Jersey girls Kima, Keisha, and Pam, they later went on to become the bad girls of Bad Boy Records - “Total”. Since then he has worked in the studio and the presence of an array of artist and celebrities. Norman along with his long time friends formed a music production and artist development company called “Best Kept Secrets Entertainment” aka BKS. One of Storm Norm’s biggest career highlights was producing and co-writing for the tribute song for Sojourner Truth called “Nothing But The Truth” in which he worked and recorded with Gospel Artist Dorinda Clark-Cole of the Clark Sisters and Grammy nominated songwriting duo The Pen-Up girls and he was invited to the US Capitol with Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton & Nancy Pelosi to hear the song performed by Yolonda Adams and Dorinda Clark-Cole . Best Kept Secrets Entertainment (BKS) since then has partnered up with the YWCA’s across the USA for a national campaign and music CD project called Rise Up Against Domestic Violence which had artist from Latonya Blige to Lala Hathaway which was available for online music distribution purchase. Norman developed a passion for journalism and media and with technology and the media world changing and transitioning to the internet Norman then founded and created along with long time friends Best Kept Secrets One Radio, a popular online radio station & webcast network in which he helped to develop thought provoking and original content with new innovative marketing strategies to help advertise businesses and promote and provide a platform for new talent. BKS1 Radio’s shows consist of talk, sports, faith and music based programming with a wide range a various topics airing on BKS1Radio.com. BKS1 Radio has interviewed an array of celebrity guest ranging from Actor/
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Director Robert Townsend to NBA Player/Coach Mark Jackson to Artist/Musician Wyclef Jean. He also works together with The Movement Magazine assisting with interviews and content for their print publication. He co-hosts 2 popular live internet shows at BKS1 Radio called Live In The Cipher a show which bridges the gap between old school and new school hip hop, and also The Grown, Sexy Situation Show with Platinum Female R&B Group “Allure” which deals with social and relationship issues. Inspired by his co-worker Tray Kearney who has an autistic son and is involved with the My Goal Autism Organization ran by Dr. Genevieve F. Kumapley and he recently just received an award for his assistance and support with their great cause in fighting Autism. Storm Norm Da General says “If You Have Faith In God, A Talent and A Vision, That's All The Tools You Need To Build Your Dream, Become The Architect of Your Success”.
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BKS1 Radio a popular entertainment Radio & Webcast Network with a solid audience averaging over 2.5 million + hits per month and rapidly growing which has become a very popular promotional resource for the entertainment community nationwide with a faithful viewer-ship following across the country and beyond. Their content consists of a unique show line up with diverse programming for everybody. Some of their past guest we've interviewed are LisaRaye McCoy, Faith Evans, Royce Reed of Basketball Wives, Trin-i-tee 5:7, Rah Digga, Raekwon The Chef, Juvenile, Soulful Angie Stone, Grammy Nominated Melanie Fiona, Actor/Comedian Tony Rock, Author Robert Green, Politician Jimmy McMillan of The Rents To High Party, Actor/ Director Bill Duke, The Legendary Melba Moore along with Phil Perry, Director/Actor Robert Townsend, Howard Hewitt, Alicia Myers, NFL player Vernon Davis, Malik Yoba, Love & Hip Hop Stars Karlie Redd and Rasheeda GA Peach, Actor Michael Jai White, HBO Boxing Commentator Emanuel Stewart and many more.
www.BKS1Radio.com “THE LIVE IN THE VOCAL BOOTH SHOW” this is the mother show on BKS1 Radio that started it all hosted by Patricia Collins-Roach aka. Supes and host from various different shows on the BKS1 Radio Network. This is a unique talk show that deals with various social issues such as racism, domestic violence, gay rights, politics, gun control, religion and more, there’s almost nothing this show won’t tackle. This show created what they call “The Chat Room Rebels’ because nothing is off limits in that chat room. You’ll listen to a wide range of great guest from celebrities to the average Joe that needs there voice to be heard as well as witnessing some amazing new talent the entertainment field has to offer. Check this show out on BKS1RADIO.COM every Saturday night from 11 to 1am ET and then again on Sunday from 10pm to 1am ET and don’t forget every Sunday at 10pm ET they rate & review a new music release before introducing the topic of the evening. “ONLY WOMEN WEAR HIGH HEELS” also affectionately know as the OWWHH Show. Hosted by Geraldine Lee aka. “Miss Lee”, Christine Christie aka. "The Governess” and Verina Banks aka. “Lady V”, Dr. Cheryl Hardy & Shanielle strong intelligent women from different backgrounds and various age ranges between them with something to say. They cover a wide-range of interest from a woman’s perspective dealing with family, relationships, health, fashion, entertainment. Each week in their segments they pay homage to a Mighty Good Man that represents society well while also acknowledging the Phenomenal Woman of the week and if something gets on their nerves they have no problem with telling you to Knock It Off. Fellas they didn’t leave you out, besides having great guest each week they also have a Male Perspective for each show to balance out the views of these very opinionated young ladies. Tune in every Friday night from 11pm to 1am ET on BKS1RADIO.COM “IN THE GAME With BKS1” hosted by Otis “O-Dawg” Harper, Tyrone “Chill” Harmon, Jeffery Mason aka.The Ghost & Augustine Dashiell is the sports show that gives it to you straight with no chaser taking sports talk and rants to a whole other level. The hosts are all well versed in all areas of sports and each represents and defends their own individual sports teams very hard. They always face-off with the chatroom and lives for the listeners to call in trash talking against their teams. The hosts discuss current to historical facts and stats from the wide world of sports. This show has welcomed guest from the professional athletes to players from your local sports team. See if you can keep up with O-Dawgs Fast Break the segment that will keep all you sports fans on your toes. Tune into this dynamic team every Tuesday from 9 to 11pm ET on BKS1RADIO.COM 74 - The Movement Magazine
“TWO GUYS KNOW LIES” Usman Sharif “On a JOURNEY to the TOP...enjoying every moment along the way!” To say that Usman Sharif is one of the entertainment industry’s, and in fact the world's rising talents would be an understatement. With numerous high-profiled feature film dramas and comedies and guest starring sitcom appearances credited to his name and a list of successful businesses he personally owns and in some cases operate, the cliché, “the sky is the limit” truthfully applies to this extraordinary, yet humble man. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Usman has two sisters and three brothers. Although his parents divorced when he was eight, Usman remained close with his Father whom he credits his strong faith and entrepreneurial spirit. This lead Usman to eventually major in business administration at Essex County College, graduating in 1994. Usman then went on to Kean University in Union, NJ in pursuit of his Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management. He launched a number of successful businesses over the next several years yet his inclination and desire to entertain grew in his heart and soul. In 2002, Usman confirmed his feelings of wanting to entertain the masses when one evening while watching…
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“THE LIVE IN THE CIPHER SHOW” Hosted by Tyrone “Chill Mr. Keep It Real’ Harmon, Storm Norm Da General, Jefferey “Short Fuse” Mason, Pierre “Smoov P” Parker, Ciara Ross aka. “Gorgeous Goon” and Robert Peppers aka. “Big Pepp”, is a show devoted to Hip Hop music and dedicated to those that love and respect the Hip Hop culture. They don’t just give attention to only mainstream artist but they focus on giving a voice to unsigned and underground artist by interviewing, reviewing and rating a new music release every week. They discuss the history of the culture while giving you the latest in hip hop news and music. Great guest and live performances as well they even allow the listeners to call in and say their raps live on the air while the chat room gives their honest opinions and they don’t hold back. This show bridges the gap between the old school and the new school of Hip Hop giving you the best of both worlds. You can catch the Live In The Cipher Show every Wednesday from 9pm to 11:30pm ET on BKS1RADIO.COM. One of the few hip hop shows where you’ll walk away learning something while being entertained. Test your knowledge and see if you can answer Storm Norm’s trivia questions. “TIME 2 GRIND with BIG SEV and FRIENDS SHOW” Every Sunday Night from 9 to 11pm Est. It's TIME2GRIND hosted by "The Voice of New Jersey" the legendary Big 7 and friends is the hot spot, that both fans and artist tune in, to stay up on the latest in Hip Hop, R&B and Pop Culture. T2G Radio plays the latest music, blending the unsigned with the signed. Just the right mix to satisfy the tastes of its diverse listeners. The show discusses hot topics, everything from politics to world news. Industry advice and tips are given to aspiring artists, special guest interviews with LIVE performances! It's interactive with its popular "Twitter Roll Call", where Big 7 shouts out followers who tweet during the show. The "Show Us What You Got" segment is a show staple. Artists call in to rap, sing and recite poetry knowing that they stand the chance of getting "booed" if they're not up to par. Big 7 keeps the listeners entertained with his comedic comebacks and his dreaded math equations. Tune in every Sunday at 9pm Eastern to BKS1radio.com and tell a friend. JOIN THE LIVE EXPERIENCE! You can check out Pastor Brian White will be delivering you and inspirational word every Sunday from 7 to 8pm Eastern Standard time with the “Straight No Chaser Show”
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From artists to authors to activists, The Movement Magazine is about who is doing what, where, when and how to move the planet forward. if there is a message to be brought, The Movement! Magazine will bring it to you. !
! As its Editor-in-Chief, Egypt has assembled a stellar team of journalists and technicians that deliver productions with impact. She utilizes her many talents to deliver exceptional content and to increase The Movement Magazine’s reach. !
! From civil rights rallies to entertainment red carpets, The Movement Magazine follows the flow of real life as it happens and gives it to people who want to keep up with what’s really going on.
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From the LEGENDARY GOVMATTIC
Real Hip Hop Heads know what time it is. These are just a few of the Legendary Govmattic’s work that he either produced or featured on all these albums. He’s rappin and producing on the new Colossus album.. Make sure you check out his new release “Colossus” on sale NOW. www.twitter.com/biggovmattic www.facebook.com/biggovmattic www.instagram.com/biggovmattic http://www.audiomack.com/artist/big-gov-mattic
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NEW MUSIC - NEW VIDEOS
From opening up for legends/greats such as Notorious BIG, Das Efx, MOP, Kwame, Nas, Naughty By Nature, Lauryn Hill, Red Man, Lords Of The Underground, and Styles P to opening up for the likes of Jae Millz, Black Moon, and Method Man...Hastyle has definitely left his footprints in the concrete of the city. His live hip hop/classic rock band "Uncle Al" walked away with TIA's (The Industry's Alternative) Breath of Fresh Air award, all while having songs in rotation on nationally and internationally syndicated radio. He's performed at countless venues across the US, and has formed a solid following by releasing the content that he feels hip hop lacks in this day and age. From featuring on songs with some of NJ's elite local talent to releasing songs like Dirty Jerz feat. Doitall (of Lords Of The Underground), Sundance, and DJ Ran Hastyle figures he's put on for his city/state locally, and now it's time to put on for his city/state on a broader scale. His latest single Fallen Angels feat. Tony James really hits home, because it speaks out against the black on black violence in his community as well as the violence in ghettos across the nation. People cry genuine tears as they listen to Hastyle keep it 100 over the heart felt Loud Rap Beats production, and watch the video as Reelistic Pixelz paints the visual for the audience to get a deeper look in the hearts, minds, and souls of the ghetto.
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Along with working on his solo effort "The Newark Riots", Hastyle has also dropped a mix cd entitled Dirty Jerz (a meeting of the rhymez) Vol 1...a compilation of some of the hottest signed & unsigned talent out of Jersey. This classic mix cd has reached 4,000+ downloads within the first month of it's release date. One thing is for sure...And two is for certain...He is definitely destined for greatness, and won't stop until he achieves just that. Be on the look out for his Debut LP "The Newark Riots" early summer of 2015...
Check out Hastyle new video f/Tony James “FALLEN ANGELS”Haystlye HIT new video click the link above
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Founder/Editor in Chief - Egypt chopping it up backstage @ NJPAC at Mission Entertainments all Black Affair with one of Hollywoods brightest stars. Be on the lookout for Usman Sharif he is starring in an upcoming film Written and Directed by: William M. Barbee and starring legendary actors (Bill Cobbs, Bill Duke, Frankie Faison and JD Williams also with Chico DeBarge and Lorretta Holloway). Make sure to check it out in 2015 “Clipped Wings They Do Fly.�
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MEN LIE, WOMEN LIE BUT NUMBERS DON’T LIE
MISSION ENTERTAINMENT
Men lie, women lie, numbers don’t
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Mr. & Mrs. Derrick Sanders
These are the men responsible for one of the most massive events in New Jersey held at NJPAC - All Black Affair. ! DERRICK SANDERS CEO of On The Rocks Ent. and Shariff James, CEO of Mission Entertainment along with The Commission
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Mission Entertainment Inc 211 Warren St. (suite 1015) Newark, NJ 07103 (1-877-44-Mission) www.mission-entertainment.com
Shauntele Peynado-Rogers Event Coordinator and Manager with Shariff James - CEO The entire staff was nothing short of the BEST
Mission Entertainment’s own Sporty D. - Event Operations Coordinator backstage after the phenomenal performances from the incredible Faith Evans and (Total) Kima & Pam.
Shariff and Poet Bree Knight after her memorable reciting of her poetry @ NJPAC
Shariff and Legendary Radio Personality Lenny Green
Shariff, Sporty D and Actor-Usman Shariff representing both brands backstage before the Badboy Records reunion concert at NJPAC R&B Singer Carl Thomas and Mission’s own Sporty D representing the brand to the fullest.
CEO - Shariff James of Mission Entertainment and Founder/Editor in Chief of The Movement Magazine Egypt
Shariff onstage at NJPAC thanking all of his guests for attending such a spectacular event. And it was nothing short of incredible, if you missed it make sure to follow Mission Entertainment because they ALWAYS have something new in store for the grown and sexy.
MISSION ENTERTAINMENT MEN LIE, WOMEN LIE BUT NUMBERS DON’T LIE CEO - Shariff James
Event Operation Coordinator - Sporty D.
CEO & First Lady of MISSION ENTERTAINMENT Mrs. Siymone James & Mr. ShariямА James
Mission Entertainment Inc. is a full service entertainment firm and social media company that specializes in annual themed affairs, shows, event marketing and now social mixers. Mission Entertainment is one of New Jersey's premier entertainment and event planning companies, the brainchild of founder and CEO - Shariff A. James. With 12 years experience in the party and event planning industry, Mission Entertainment has produced and hosted more than 65+ Events, with 2500 in attendance at our signature events, including annual affairs and weekend getaways over the years. Serving over 20,000 professional party goers, Mission Entertainment has gained recognition and has become a household name.! Mission Entertainment has developed a reputation for consistently delivering outstanding service through its many events.When it comes to the big exciting theme parties for the young urban professionals, primarily in New Jersey, Mission Entertainment is the 1# choice. With a combination of ongoing seasonal weekend getaways, Zodiac Affairs, boat rides, and perfect blend of old school artists as well as comedians performing at several events, almost immediately, Mission Entertainment's popularity grew - creating the need for venues capable of handling ME's sizable following. Since then, our events have been held at such notable places as the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Prudential Center in Newark.!
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Mission Entertainment is best known for its signature events such as the Annual Crystal White Affair and the Black Ball Affair at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, NJ. With our continued growth and ongoing success, we are embarking in a new direction, embracing a fresh commitment to taking our ideas to new heights while creating new and innovative events and services for our loyal growing clientèle.!
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Our Goal & Mission! Is to bridge the gap between consistent quality events, relationship marketing, key partnerships and community, producing a membership network which will translate into a national brand as well as continue to connect people nationwide through our products, services and media channels. We also recognize the importance to give back and empower our communities that support us. Mission Entertainment will always continue to contribute a portion of its profits or time to worthy causes and community initiatives that share common beliefs and values.!
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As we move forward into the new millennium, Mission Entertainment is striving to become the foremost entertainment organization by diversifying and branching out to other regions. Our aim is to continue to provide our clients with cost effective events, without compromising the quality of our products and services. !
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Who We Serve! Our client base is comprised of a diverse mix of young socialites, working professionals and small businesses, as well as various organizations.Our client enjoys positive atmospheres, networking, traveling, fashion, shows, and upscale affairs. Our local clients live and work throughout the New York Tri-state area.!
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Our Mission & Movement! Our Mission is to create and produce the best ongoing event experience for our customers while strengthening our brand!
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Our Culture! Our Culture is about Adult Fun, Positive Energy, Quality Service, Class, Professional and Community.
(l to r) Shariff, Sporty D, Usman & Vincent
MISSION ENTERTAINMENT MEN LIE, WOMEN LIE BUT NUMBERS DON’T LIE
Shariff James
Shariff James known as “Reef,” is a leader, motivator, teacher and entrepreneur. He has a passion for creating movements that impact the way people experience and enjoy life. From the moment you meet Shariff, it’s easy to see why Mission Entertainment is now one of the Tri-state’s premiere sources of entertainment for young urban professionals. Mr. James has been a key instrument in the development of the Mission Entertainment brand. He has helped to mold it into the successful enterprise it is today.! Under the leadership of Mr. James Mission Entertainment became incorporated in 2002. He remains steadfast in a vision that continues to push the organization into a class all its own. Mr. James is a trailblazer, and hands-on leader with a knack for bringing people together. His congeniality makes him approachable and easy to work with and his drive and tenacity are both reflected in his dedication to the organization and his willingness to oversee every aspect of every endeavor undertaken by Mission. ! Mr. James also enjoys networking and is always making potential contacts. Now with over 10 years in the game, 75 successful events, over 2,500 patrons in attendance at an event, Mr. James and his team has elevated Mission as a force to be reckoned with. He continues to move Mission into the forefront as he recognizes the needs of the young working class audience and is committed to planning as well as promoting events that reflect the level of entertainment his audience expects and deserves. This has led to the success of Mission; and since 1998, Shariff continues to satisfy his customers and take the party/ event planning industry by storm. Throughout the years he has gained the respect of his customers and competitors as being an effective event producer and leader, capable of planning and implementing events successfully. Prior to devoting to Mission and Real Estate investing, he invested six years as a Leasing Director in real estate for a major NYC corporation. It was there that he gained valuable
insight in business management, which translated into a solid foundation for Mission’s official launch, ten years ago. !
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Also as a successful executive, life coach, and mentor, Mr James also encourage others to live their dreams. Mr James has a strong passion for speaking and teaching others valuable lessons he learned on his journey. His signature warm, caring, and humorous style, has attracted like minded people which represents and built his positive movement.! ! As a devoted father and husband, Shariff is serious about remaining engaged within the community. Beginning in 2002, Mission host and annual event geared towards fun family enjoyment: a Family and Friends Outing,20in which his young audience was exposed to a good time with their families; and a Back to School Night, as a last minute getaway for school-aged children. This event also gave the Mission Entertainment team opportunity to provide students with fundamental tools such as a school supplies and words of encouragement.! Mr. James is a active mentor and speaker at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Young Fathers program and was awarded the Young Fathers Appreciation award in 2007. He has also participated in numerous conferences and panel discussions on family related topics for local community institutions such as Family Intervention Services as well business topics. Mr. James is a 2002 graduate of the Prudential Young Entrepreneurial Program, and a recipient of the J.O.B. Marketing and Travel Sales Achievement Award for producing one of the biggest Summer Fest in Northern NJ (2002), and the Mission Man of Achievement Award from is team. He also has been a feature Entrepreneur is a new book Young Gifted Entrepreneurs. !
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In his free time, Shariff enjoys reading, family outings with his wife and children as well as skating, playing a few rounds of spades, networking and producing events.! With Shariff and his team providing you the avenue to be entertained, relaxed and released, all you need to do is show up. He has the formula for bringing people together and making things happen.
This show takes place in NYC at Gotham Comedy Club on the 3rd Sunday of Every Month
When: Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014 @ 8:00pm! Doors open at 7:15pm! Ticket Price: $20.00! Door Time: 7:15 pm! Show Type Comedy! Restrictions: 18 & over! 208 West 23rd Street Between 7th and 8th Avenues, New York, NY 10011! (212) 367-9000
Description: Comedian Royale Watkins brings you an original mix of the funniest comics, the Livest music and a guaranteed good time! Four comics, one of NY’s most incredible DJ’s, a live band and a guest music act to close to show. Past performers include Tracy Morgan, Tom Papa, Sherri Shepherd, Amy Schumer, Chris Rock and Jerry Seinfeld to name a few. But what really sets The Mixtape Comedy Show apart from other shows is your presence. We look forward to seeing you at the show!
The man himself Royale Watkins and the Editor in Chief of The Movement Magazine - Egypt
Egypt, Freedom Williams of the Legendary group C&C Music Factory and celebrity photographer and friend Rowena Husbands
Egypt and comedian Jay at Royale Watkins Mixtape Comedy Show at Gotham Comedy Club NYC
The birthday girl Asia and Tony Rock after his spectacular performance. The best gift you can give someone is laughter and she will never forget this one. Incredible show.
Egypt, PR Giant Alyse Feldman & Celebrity Photographer and friend Rowena M Husbands
Photographer Tonya and Comedian Jay after his performance.
There are a lot of comedy shows on the circuit that are funny but THIS comedy show is not only funny, but it’s hysterical and is always Star Studded, in the audience as well as the stage. This is a true testament of the caliber of talent that hits the stage at the Royale Watkins Mixtape Comedy Show at Gotham Comedy Club in NYC. You MUST see this show because if you miss it, then you missed a lot. I have made this show my monthly fix, why not make it yours. I’ll see you there. - Egypt
Also attending the Show was Tara from Love & Hip Hop NY (Peter Guns baby mother) and Photographer Tonya.
Attending the show was none other than Mr. Five Heartbeats himself (LEON) As he so eloquently represented for The Movement Magazine. He also agreed that the Show was incredible.
D-Nice from the Legendary group BDP (Boogie Down Productions) The DJ and Photographer and Egypt
Legendary Singer (JON B) took the stage to perform one of his hits and completely turned it out. The comedy show and the live singing performance was incredible.
The Business Of Music Seminars (BMS) @ Guitar Center NYC Moderated by Joe “Jahaad” Adams check him out for the next FREE SEMINAR ! https://www.facebook.com/JoeAdamsakaDr.PhilGood or email him at joeadams437@gmail.com ! Joe “Jahaad” Adams
Should we walk around like this to avoid being KILLED?
We’re In a War with No Weapons Where’s The Love If this is truly how most officers feel about us? then, we must prepare ourselves, protect ourselves and stay together. What should we teach our children?
We’re In a War with No Weapons – Where’s The Love Are we not important? Are we not human? Do we not matter? Does our life not have any value in society? Am I the wrong color? Is it because my skin has the shade you all tan for? Where’s the justice for us? Where are our leaders? Why is this norm? It is NEVER OKAY to kill anyone. Right is right, and wrong is still wrong. Police brutality has always been a problem in the minority community and when it’s brought to light (on video/cameras), the evidence is there but we still get SMACKED in the face with NO INDICTMENTS/NO CHARGES for a White Caucasian police officer after murdering a black African American man. Where is the justice for these families? This has to STOP! We need a SOLUTION RIGHT NOW! No one should be above the law. If our current laws are not equally for us all, then it’s time to change them NOW! This is just not a New York problem, a Ferguson Problem, or nor is it a New Jersey problem, this is a national problem. If I had one wish, just one; I would wish that we ALL would be treated equally. Why are we portrayed as the scum of the earth? I am heart-broken, angry, and completely disgusted. As a Black African American mother of two, one being my six year old son, what do his father and I say to him? That even though son you may be doing the right thing, there is still a possibility that you might be profiled and harassed by a white police officer just because. It’s awful. The police are supposed to protect and serve us (the entire community). In year 2014 you’d think we have overcome injustice but instead it is uncovering its true colors and now it’s right here in all of our faces. WHERE’S THE LOVE? Don’t get me wrong, I know all police officers are not heartless and behave in that manner. I also know that all white people are not racist. So to all of you, thank you for daring to be different. We need and appreciate your support, continue to stick by us as we all declare change now! To our President Barack Obama, our Leadership, Celebrities, Media, Athletes, Journalist, and our Nation WE NEED YOU TO STAND UP AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOW! To all the family members who had to face these awful encounters with the police; I pray for change and justice. You all are continually in my prayers for strength and guidance. #Justice for Eric Garner (I can’t breathe – Staten Island, NY), Justice for Mike Brown (Hands Raised Unarmed – Ferguson, MI), Brian Dennison & His 6 year old daughter (Jacksonville, FL), David Yearby (Brutally Beaten – Middlesex County, NJ) and Trayvon Martin (Wearing a Hoodie – Sanford, FL) and a countless amount of others not documented worldwide. - Shyne Hunter
Enough is enough--these killings must stop. We must end the systems of white supremacy, police brutality and inequality for communities of color that lead to these police killings. We hope that with renewed attention on this issue, we can widen the conversation to address both justice for Mike Brown & Eric Garner and the underlying systems of oppression that play out against people of color on a day-to-day basis.