Issue 2 December ‘09
Whitney lles and Zoe - Anne Fonteyn discuss the topic of SUCCESS
Exclusive interviews with Katie Pearl, Dotstar, NiaRae & Mini G
58
Introduction
Endz
2Endz
The magazine is aimed at people from ages 14 through to their 20s, aiming to empower them from quite a young age because we believe that’s where it all starts.
A group of inner city youths have come together from multiple backgrounds and tough areas of London. They met in college while studying and began to bond because they had similar interests and life experiences. Some come from negative lifestyles due to a lack of role models, poverty and a sense of neglect from society. But are now channelling their time into something fun, entertaining and positive by inspiring other youths.
One thing that we believe is critical, is the magazine must be young people lead, for young people to relate with each other. We enable youths to be inspired by other youths doing positive things and finding out more on issues going on in and around their communities.
Especially ones that have struggled growing up in tough areas and think there’s no way out. The team became good friends and got along well together with creative minds alike and founded Endz 2 Endz.
We are open to promote and meet anyone interested and willing to support the movement. We aim to work with people who are dedicated, motivated, willing to take their talents to another level, feel it’s time we come out of negative media and feel like they would like to be a part of what we are about. So feel free to contribute, and show Endz 2 Endz and the public what you’re made of.
Endz 2 Endz is an urban British e-magazine established in 2008. The magazine is run by young people for young people, which provides a pathway for young talented people in our communities to reach their goals. It is about showcasing young underground and established UK talents and skills. These include models, writers, fashion designers, poets, musicians, athletes, photographers and many more. We are creating a new era that provides opportunity and at the same time informing readers and giving an insight into what goes on in the society around us. It creates opportunities for those who know they have talent to show the world what they are about. We decided we want to create an ‘online magazine’ that will showcase youths talents no matter what their race, area they’re from or disability they may have-so we do not discriminate in anyway. The magazine will also be looking at social issues which affect the community as a whole and individuals. We will have a topic in every issue that may be very important or has great effect on today’s society.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
12 2
2
42
Regulars
Hot Topic
Young Voice - Old Voice
26 32
Tanny Fashion
What My Life’s Like? Mysterious Diary
42 52 58
2
2
Contents 6 10 12 16 18
Photo-Lab
36
34
28
Poetry
24
Top Gadgets
5 Top Films, 5 Top Gifts
Unsigned Acts
Nite out
Features
10
16
6
Katie Pearl
Dotstar
24 NiaRae 38 48 Mini G
48 3
38
Jazzie
Question Clothing www.coffeeshop.bigcartel.com
Katie Pearl
Endz 2 Endz caught up with Katie Pearl - the beautiful and talented young lady behind the club banger “In the Air” and freshly-released track “Breakaway”- both set for good things.
Katie Pearl
Interviewed by Tyrone Smiley E2E: So tell us about yourself..
E2E: So would you like a guy to take you to Morley’s?
Katie Pearl: I’m a singer and I am from London.
Katie Pearl: No (laugh) If a guy is going to take me out, sorry, none of the above. I’ll literally just go to Morley’s when I’m driving back from a performance and nowhere else is open. If a guy is taking me out and he wants to impress me then he’ll have to come up with something better than Nandos (laugh). Next question.
E2E: You have collaborated with American artists Joe Budden, Styles P and Maino. How did that come about? Katie Pearl: They heard my stuff and they wanted to work on it. I was cool with that, it’s the same process over here: if you like the sound of someone then you’ll ring them up and arrange to collaborate with them. But the tracks might not make it to the album for definite.
E2E: If you had to chose two of these things in a guy which would you go for: swagger (appearance), personality, good looks and good hygiene?
E2E: You got a new single out called “Breakaway”. What was filming the music video like?
Katie Pearl: Just two okay - good hygiene (laugh) that’s a must and personality/swagger.
Katie Pearl: The video shoot was very long, but good. Shooting the video was crazy, Thanks again to everyone who came down and supported. The finished product looks amazing.
E2E: I said two,not three. Katie Pearl: Ok good hygiene - you seriously have to smell good - and a good personality. You have to have a good personality because I myself have a good personality, so if you just look good then what’s the point of getting to know you.
E2E: What do you think separates you from other UK funky artists? Katie Pearl: When you hear my album you’ll realise I got a different look and a different sound. I’m not just UK funky, there’s Pop, RnB, a little bit of grime and funky: it all works together. Listen to the album. E2E: I am going to ask you couple of questions where I give you some choices and you have to pick one. First up: Milk chocolate, Dark chocolate, or white chocolate? Katie Pearl: Milk chocolate (with a big smile), Milk Chocolate every time. E2E: Out of these four brands which one do you like: Louis vuitton, Gucci, Prada or Chanel? Katie Pearl: (Thinking) I will go with Louis Vuitton, I got more Louis Vuitton than Gucci, actually more than all the rest put together, I love my Louis. E2E: Chicken question: Nandos, KFC, Morley’s or Sam’s?
E2E: So what does Katie Pearl have up and coming for the future? Katie Pearl: The video “Breakaway” is coming out, and another video.. Then the showcase and the album next year. You’re going to be seeing a lot of me so get used to this face, (big smile) E2E: Got any inspirational words for people who would like to work their way up in the music industry? Katie Pearl: Work hard, don’t get disheartened by what people in the music industry say, practice what you are doing, perfect your craft, don’t get complacent, take good care of yourself, be healthy. Perseverance pays off and be smart. And to the girls in the industry - you got to be a businesswoman. www.myspace.com/katiepearlspage www.facebook.com/iamkatiepearl
Katie Pearl: Morley’s (laugh) every time - the chicken wings are exquisite.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
6
7
TeamWhyMe www.teamwhyme.co.uk
nite Hot out Topic w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
10
(Graphic designer) Paul Stock
11
Even today there are lots of difficulties in my journey, but that is what makes the good times so good because now I can really appreciate them. E2E: What did it feel like when you first felt the sign of success? Wl: Empowering, I consider my biggest success the fact that I do not have to work a 9- 5! I love having the freedom to do what I want, the only thing that stops that is me being able to make a career out of doing what I love and believe in. Success to me is waking up every morning being happy with the life you are leading. E2E: Tells us some of the things you’ve done and are doing?
Interviewed by Dennis Gyamfi
Wl: My name is Whitney lles, I am 22 years old from South-East London.
Wl: Currently, I am the Director of Youth and Community Leadership for a movement called Equanomics. This role has given me some major opportunities to grow, travel and meet people I never thought I would get the chance to, whilst taking part in work that really benefits people and makes genuine change. Apart from Equanomics, I am a founder of a campaign called NoSexWithOutLove, this is really taking off too, it will launch in March 2010 and is already creating a huge buzz.
E2E: How was your upbringing?
E2E: How do people view you now?
Wl: I had the average upbringing, I lived with my mum and little brother. My dad left when I was seven and my uncle died just before my eighth birthday, so things were a little rough. My mum was very upset, which lead to me growing up a lot faster that most would consider normal.
Wl: I hope people view me as a strong leader, I get lots of emails and messages sent to me everyday from people expressing how much they love the work that I am doing, it feels a little weird to read them but make me feel good and keeps me wanting to work.
E2E: How did people view you then?
E2E: What would be your advice to other young people?
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
e
N GE
C G N
CE E C
V
12
YOvoUIcNG
YOUNG
Wl: There has been loads of barriers stopping me to reaching my goals, mostly me. My own emotions and fears getting in the way, the bad voices in my head telling me I wouldn’t be good enough or I would fail.
YOU
E2E: Did you have barriers stopping you get to your goal?
Wl: “In the face of adversity, stay focused on your plan and loyal to your values.” Although for this to work you must first know your values and have a plan! A two year plan with clear, measurable goals leaves little space for failure.
V
Wl: I think for most of my childhood and teenage years people viewed me as odd, I never really fitted in anywhere.
O Y OU I
E2E: Hello Whitney, who are you? and where do you come from?
VOI
Whitney Iles is 22 and works in a community organisation. Dedicated and motivated, this young woman has some strong things to say about success.
VOI
Young Voice - Old Voice
YOUNG VOICE
CE OI
OLD VOICE
E2E: What did it feel like when you first felt the signs of success? Zoe: I felt self-worth. For years I believed that I couldn’t achieve anything and that I never would, so that first taste of success was overwhelming, I felt like a small child again winning the fancy dress competition. E2E: Tells us some of the things you’ve done and are doing?
Interviewed by Dennis Gyamfi
Zoe-Anne Foteyn is a youthworker and an inspiration to the young people. She helps young people be successful after learning about success the hard way herself.
Zoe: I have been a youth worker for over 10 years now, I spent most of my youth-work years working for The London Borough of Lewisham. They gave me the chance to start and develop a number of new projects while working alongside those who had years of experience and were successful. I currently work for Brathay (a leading national charity in working with young people). I also am on management committees for The Lewisham Town Centre Project and Ur Life Advice. E2E: How do people view you now?
E2E: Hello, who are you? and where do you come from? Zoe: My name is Zoe. I am of mixed heritage; white British & black Caribbean. I have grown up and currently live in South East London. E2E: What was your upbringing like? Zoe: My single mother brought me up, along with two younger brothers and my little sister. I had a happy childhood, although it was a struggle at times it has made me who I am today.
Zoe: As I look so young I feel people don’t always take me seriously when they first meet me and maybe underestimate what I am capable of. However this is what young people face on a daily basis and the advice I give to them is to use it to their advantage, so that’s what I try and do. E2E: What would be your advice to other young people? Zoe: The greatest form of revenge is success.
E2E: How did people view you then? Zoe: I was rather rebellious and always thought I knew best, so I think others may have seen me as hard work.
D
CE
C
D
O
V
O OL I
DE
VO I
OIce
OL
13
Ov LD
OLD V
Zoe: When I was young I didn’t really have any goals, I never looked that far into the future and took things on the ‘here and now’. It wasn’t until I found youth work that I started to set myself goals, and then the only barrier hindering me was disbelief in myself. It was those around me who pushed me to achieve my goals.
OL
E2E: Did you have barriers stopping you get to your goal?
E IC
DOTSTAR Dotstar w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
16
“Stick up” Endz 2 Endz interviews Dotstar, a young artist cutting swathes through the music industry Interviewed by Tyrone smiley
E2E: You got a tune out called “Stick up” what else is coming up?
E2E: Dotstar, tell us who you are? Dotstar: My name is called Dotstar AKA Lagos Boy AKA all the girls want to hold me for ransom. E2E: So, how did you come up with the name Dotstar ? Dotstar: Well back in my garage MC days, all them eskimo days (early grime scene) my friends used to call me dot dot and people round my endz still do. But when I started to take the music industry seriously about 2 or 3 years ago I changed it to Dotstar, to emphasise that I want to be a star. E2E: You were featured in a grime song called Never Disrespect Me also featuring Flirta D, Skata and Dirty Dapz, what happened to the grime scene? Dotstar: It kinda faded away but I still do grime. I’m an artist so I spit over whatever music works best.
Dotstar: Well “Stick up” is looking good, it’ll probably be out early Janaury, when the playing field is empty. I’m trying for the chart and hopefully things go well. However I do have more material on the way, so don’t think it is just “Stick Up”. Youtube me, you can see I got a track with Flirta (Flirta D) call the “Stunna Shades” and a new tune produced by Skott Summerz with Rebler, Tribal Magz that is called “What Will You Do”. I’m not even going to gas but it is on. E2E: Tell us about the album. Dotstar: I haven’t got an exact name for it, but I was going to call it “Flight BA231190 destination Pluto” which is my birth date. I’m trying to say I’m taking off… this is my flight and my journey, this is the start. But I’m not sure, it’s a bit long. E2E: So who influences you in music?
E2E: So what have you learnt in your journey from the days of “Never disrespect you” to your present success with the club banger “Stick up”? Dotstar: Well I learnt a lot about the music industry. There’s a lot of in-and-outs... I learnt not to give up, to keep on grafting, keep on working hard. My writing skills have improved, my concepts have improved, my flow has improved, nearly everything has got better. E2E: So how did you come up with”Stick Up”?
Dotstar: My influences are from all over the place: Michael Jackson , Kanye West, Dizzee Rascal. I like to take different things from different people. A lot of my circle of people were from Skata records, like Flirta D - I get to see how they do stuff and it rubs off on me. E2E: What sort of inspirational words would you have for up and coming artists right now? Dotstar: Keep on doing your thing, don’t watch no face, stay humble and you will get far. E2E: How many friends do you have on Facebook?
Dotstar: When I was on holiday 10 months ago the idea just popped into my head: where guys want to hold girls for ransom because they are handsome. Back in the studio, I linked up with J-Rol and the magic just kinda happened. We built the whole get-low, bridge and everything, it came really naturally. E2E: What sort of person do you rate yourself as ? Dotstar: I say I am an artist: I’m working on my album and labels like what I’m doing, so yeah, I’m an artist.
Dotstar: I have about 4,998 something, it has hit capacity so it is mad. E2E: Do you have any shout outs to anyone? Dotstar: Shout out to everyone who is doing their thing. Shouts out to all the Flygerians – I got another big track got coming called “Flygerian2” featuring Mark Henry, Me, Tiny Tempa, G-frsh and Bigz. www.myspace.com/officialdotstar
17
out Project Tannynite Fashion w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
18
Tanny Fashion Project Tanny is motivated, innovative and very determined. She always ensures she puts 100% effort into her work to bring out the best results. Her inspiration to become a makeup artist was at a young age as she had been brought up by various family members in the industry, so has been exposed to the world of make-up and beauty from a young age. Her mother is a professional hairstylist and her father is a professional photographer. Her Aunty is the one who inspired Tanny the most as she is a professional make-up artist; who takes her work seriously and also had the time to involve Tanny in her profession and offer her work experience. Tanny has always been keen on keeping up with current trends and styles as she finds that it promotes and improves her knowledge and skills of the industry. To keep up she reads relevant magazines such as Vogue and Glamour. Tanny has also been working at New Look since October 2008 as a side job to developing her career in make-up. Her time at New Look is also a great way for her to keep up with the latest fashions and trends. She is also fortunate as she has currently been offered an internship at Kix magazine which will be a great opportunity to learn a more in-depth side of the beauty and fashion industry.
Endz 2 Endz hooked up with talented young make-up artist Tanny who gave us a taste of London Fashion Week’s Smart Wear Project. Tanny Wannakasem is a professional make-up artist recently qualified from Paris and London Right now she is studying at the London School of Beauty to ensure she has the advanced of skills needed for success in the industry.
Tanny enjoys meeting new people and socialising as she finds these qualities essential in order to succeed in and out of work.
During her studies she has had the opportunity to train alongside other professional make-up artists in London due to her enthusiasm and dedication to the trade she loves.
To check out more of Tanny’s make-up creations go to:
Tanny got to show off her skills at the recent London Fashion Week in September, an opportunity she picked up by attending fashion shows, makeup competitions and other inspiring events.
www.beauty2fashion.com
Beauty fashion
19
20
Make Up Artist’s: Tanny Wannakasem Photographer: Lauren Brockes Model: Rose Concencion Designer : Aron Ray Dowie
Beauty fashion
21
22
Make Up Artist’s: Tanny Wannakasem Photographer: Lauren Brockes Model: Kelvin Udi Designer : Aron Ray Dowie
Beauty fashion
23 23
NiaRae
NiaRae
Endz 2 Endz interviews a young fashion designer with great ambition and owner of her own fresh, stylish and unique clothing label called ‘NiaRae’... E2E: What inspired you to become a fashion designer?
I think the slogan on my card is ‘Unlocking your personal style,’ so if I have a client they tell me Nicole: I’ve always liked fashion, what they want and I kind of I think all girls like fashion but I decide around them. took it one step further by teaching myself how to make things. E2E: What market would you I didn’t really go college to learn place your fashion in? about it and I didn’t go university to do it; I just taught myself Nicole: It’s for females from 16how to make everything. When I 25 and the new fashion shows started raving, no girl wanted to I’m doing at the moment are gogo raving and be seen wearing ing to be more street urban wear the same outfit. So I thought, “If than the more rave wear I have I make my own clothes, that’s done before. not going to happen.” So I made my own clothes when I went raving and then I started doing fashion shows. E2E: Do you wear your raving outfits more than once?
Interviewed by Manny
Nicole: No, there just all in my wardrobe or sometimes I sell them on, or there just there for y name is Nicole Bradshaw my portfolio. and my fashion clothing line is called Niarae. E2E: Can you name three fashion designers who inspire E2E: What made you come up you? with the name Niarae?
M
Nicole: Well, basically, I had a fashion show last year and I still didn’t come up with a name, so what I did is I just put all my brothers and sisters names together and that’s were Niarae came from.
“I’m not really
inspired by anyone I just work by myself.
Nicole: I’m not really inspired by anyone, I just work by myself. No high fashion designers because everything I look at is E2E: How long have you been all high street, I don’t really read doing fashion for? fashion magazines to see what the top fashion designers are Nicole: Since I was 16 so for doing because my fashion label about 3yrs. I did my first fashion is about being different; it’s not show last year. about following a certain trend.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
24
Lipgloss Photography pictures taken from Red Showcase
Ladies, if you go partying alot and are sick and tired of spending loads of money on new clothing each time you go out and feel it’s time to save a bit of money. Well here’s your chance to get some tips on remodifying your old clothes into something fresh and appropriate at the same time.
Nicole Fashion tips 1. Figure out your body type. Once you know what body type you are.
then you can read tips exactly for your kind and understand what cuts and shapes suit you.
2. Customise your clothes. E.g. Change buttons on jackets, add sequins
& beads around the collar of a plain vest or add lace along the bottom to make your outfits unique.
3. A cost effective way of changing up your outfits is buying new accesso-
ries. Different bags, jewellery, scarves & shoes can really change it up. Way cheaper than buying a whole new outfit!
4. Wear what makes you comfortable. Confident girls always carry themselves better.
5. Don’t feel obliged to follow trends! Like what you wear and you wear it
with a smile, and set your own trend. Be spontaneous and always try something new
25
WHAT MY LIFE’S LIKE What My Life’s Like
I come from a deprived area called Council Estate in North West London. My dad was a violent alcoholic and my parents separated when I was young. I saw my dad so often, and when I was with him we slept rough on the street, and I had to be the eyes and ears for me and my younger sister. One year, my mum - basically a single parent worked every hour god sent. I went through a number of schools and due to moving a lot was not getting on in some of the schools. My dad passed away when I started off in year 7, and that set my high school life off to a bad start. I started taking and selling drugs and got expelled in year 8 for having a supply amount of drugs on me. I appealed twice, saying I was given them to hold onto by someone older and was finally let back in to school, but my drug use did not stop.
“
In my last year of high school, my school was chosen to take part in a BBC production called The Choir In my last year of high school, my school was chosen to take part in a BBC production called The Choir. I auditioned for it because I had a great passion for singing and I got into the show. The program portrayed, my school, my area and me in a bad light. It used me as an example as I was not the, let’s say, best pupil. But throughout the program I transformed and proved them wrong; we competed in the Choir Olympics in China and the program won a BAFTA. After this I left school with few qualifications, but I knew it was up to me to turn my life around as I learnt how judgemental and inconsiderate society could be, labelling me, and stereotyping me as good for nothing etc. There wasn’t really much help for me, and as the media was on a craze about ‘yobs’ and ‘hoody’ young people from council estates,
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
I didn’t get a good reception from the public. Now I was trying to do better and make something of myself; but people already had preconceived perceptions of who I was, which hurt and frustrated me, because of my tv exposure.
“
I started volunteering with an organisation for young people that need to get back on track and learn the facts about drugs I started volunteering with an organisation for young people that need to get back on track and learn the facts about drugs. I studied drug misuse in my spare time and co-facilitated sessions teaching about drugs, and did life coaching informally.
26
I still knew there were people in this world a lot worse off than me. It taught me a lot about life, values, priorities and to appreciate everything I have. On returning to the UK I started a similar project for young people, being the lead trainer and facilitator of my service.
“
I wrote a whole new course that was signed off by a National Centre for Education (NCFE) and began teaching it. I wrote a whole new course that was signed off by a National Centre for Education (NCFE) and began teaching it. I‘ve been writing session plans, assessing young people’s progress, marking their work and getting them back on track, and have also just completed my foundation level teaching qualification and plan to do a degree in September.
“
I have come so far from the young girl I was perceived as, and honestly I believe (apart from my team at my service) that I have myself to thank, I have come so far from the young girl I was perceived as, and honestly I believe (apart from my team at my service) that I have myself to In July 2008, I signed up to volunteer abroad and thank, as I made the change against everything went to South Africa. I volunteered for 2 and a half society predicted for me and almost made me believe about myself. months, working in orphanages, bringing food to refugees, working with youth offenders, and street I have made a positive turn around and I’m children and in high schools. I also worked on a now helping other young people make the same conservation park and learnt a lot about animals changes. Teaching them that they are their own and nature. person. Can make their own future and do not have to be influenced by the majority of society and the media otherwise it will break them. This trip was the most amaz-
“
ing experience of my life and I am so proud of myself that out of all the people back in the UK coming from my background
If you would like to write about ‘What Your Life’s Like’, send in your article to: endz2endz@hotmail.co.uk and could be in next issue.
This trip was the most amazing experience of my life and I am so proud of myself that out of all the people back in the UK coming from my background.
27
Poetry
The End of Something My heart, My soul, I feel like I have no more. My body, My temple, I feel has been shattered to pieces.
Silent screams I speak for those who just want the best in life, so confused of what’s wrong and right, the ones with the most potential but never really get the chance to shine,
My uniqueness, My smile, Has now disappeared for a while.
I speak to the minority who believe and so follow me against the majority who are slaves to the authority... Share my vision, feel my ambition as a writer slash artist musicians play around with words and your emotions invision me as a magician. I got to keep my eye on my mission like a war, with my words I use for ammunition ready for demolition. Use your brain when the sky is grey mentally endure the rain, because these are changing, turbalent times, I understand its hard to remain the same. Everyday I pray and pray that I won’t die in vain, close my eyes thinking deep imagine myself flying away.
I once thought I was untouchable to the world, I once thought what I said mattered, I once thought people had guilt, I now know that’s what you think, And what you know are two different things. I feel like I’ve been chosen to live a sordid life, To live the life of a rape victim twice. How do I hold my head up high, And say I was raped twice, And yet it wasn’t my fault. I have been made to believe that it wasn’t my fault, I have been told I can’t not distribute what I have. I can’t hide away no more, I can’t let the second one get away with it, I have suffered enough, Now I must come out on top.
Written by CJ Kalid , 21
Time to show that my smile has never disappeared Even for a second, For I love my confidence My mind, Myself too much For it to be destroyed, For it to go Without a fight! Written by Peaches da Model , 21
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
28
(Graphic designer) Rebekah Huggins
Everyday I strive for it
Doggy Dog Doggy dog was a few fries short of a happy Meal He had failed to plan from the very start The young bloke preferred to sit back and Watch the happenings and events of life beat him into a place That he couldn’t see. Never did he look at things straight; he didn’t Care less about what happened There was no green in his eye Adamantly he jumped into the structured society. Where education system was planned out. He got into university but that was a wild goose chase. As he still lacked vision; his thought process was nothing to write home about Doggy was as dumb as stump He had failed in all his modules yet again He felt tricked by the future he picked and cheated by the fate that came his way. Little did he know that it is how one handles Failure that makes the difference in one’s life. But he always wanted to play it safe. He took no risks and hence no rewards Failure buried him and never inspired him Someone should have told him that Our lives are a reflection of habits more than an education. He was a rolling stone that never gathered any moss His tragedy was having no goals to reach. A man without a dream should die in his sleep for he is useless and hopeless. A decade later doggy still had his writing on the wall I guess now he knows that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Written by George Iverson Chuks , 22
Everyday I strive for it I believe in order to achieve I’m willing to die for it Who am I kidding I’m willing to die for it Cause life in itself has a meaning And I until I fulfil that purpose I’m gonna keep fighting for that feeling Not all of us were born with a silver spoon I’ve had a taste for it but still got that sweet tooth My image is likely to hinder my chances this is straight truth There’s not enough time to heal all my old wounds No one I know is guaranteed to see it So the pain I’m gonna keep carrying while am living God’s willing a taste or a lump sum of it will heal it Cause I’ve made plans for it I’ve shaked hands for it I fought battles with my friends just to take a stand for it I’ve made promises and even silenced my voice Make my actions speak for themselves never regretting a choice Lead by example in order to make my point Bare with me, understand what am doing right here is making my point I vowel to myself that I have to prevail There’s no plan b there’s no if all else fails Cause I don’t settle for the less Like Muhammad Ali I’m too skilled for the rest Like Usain Bolt I aint even near enough my prime But when I warm up to stretch my legs I see myself at the finish line just beating my chest Like I did once before and can’t wait to do it again As a kid like Michael Jordan I dreamed of it I use to think my destiny was written in the stars Now every time I inhale my bodies just breathing it This is everyman’s quest no matter how small the recognition is I just crave the taste of success Written by Surreal , 20
29
In this riveting book Class Dismissed, Michael Adewale expounds on the principles which have helped him succeed in life. He uses stories to capture the imagination of the reader and illustrates how to put the principles into action. He speaks about personal issues which he has had to overcome during secondary school, sixth form and university. He also discusses the life of friends he has had during these periods and why some succeeded and others failed. In a day and age where people struggle with low self esteem, anger, rejection and loneliness, this book will give you practical advice on how to overcome these issues. It is a book which all people need to have, read and apply in their lives. Personal stories of bullying and robbery are tackled as well as the ways in which forgiveness overcame anger and hate. Learning how to love yourself and how to overcome low self esteem are also tackled. Class Dismissed is an easy read and a book you won’t want to put down. It’s available to buy now on amazon.co.uk
If I can do it
Dear Diary, 26th september 2009
you can to?
Growing up in the not so great part of Manchester made me realise that it’s not because of the colour you are or how you live your life that makes you who you are, but its about believing in yourself that reveals the person you truly are.
Natalie 26
Mysterious Diary
Many people say ‘easier said than done’, well believe me they are not wrong at all! But you know actions speak louder than words and I was known as the black girl who spoke words but never took action!. I left school with only two GCSE’S!. Didn’t go college, stayed out all night, hanging out with the boys and the girls and you can never forget the partying! But it came to that point in life when I was tired of all that and wanted more. I wanted money but most of all I just wanted to be successful. It took me years of people putting me down, but I had to prove a point. Finally I was able to go college. I was able to study music and drama and go onto University continuing the same courses. This lead me into working in different schools training as a music and drama teacher. Now I’m a qualified music and drama teacher working in Toronto. Most people would call this luck but I call it SUCCESS!
(Name has been changed to protect privacy)
Myste Dia
Through reading this story you can either learn from this or you could feel inspired. One rule to learn “never give up”. Natalie never gave up and she managed to succeed in gaining a degree in teaching music and drama in Toronto. “Most people will call this luck but I call it success!”
www.endz2endz.com
32
Should I live my life
Dear Diary,
10 october 2009
Success: Every day I swear I feel like I’m living the same life, waking up sleeping and thinking the same thoughts. Days I wonder if my thoughts would lead me to suicide knowing that deep down I would never be able to accomplish my vision and dream which is being rich and successful. One thing that I’ve never been able to achieve.
this way... Nathan 17
Most days I cry myself to sleep knowing that I was born into poverty thinking how would I ever make it out this rubbish which we call life. How would I ever have the sweet feeling of being successful when I can’t even get a job, which unfortunately leads problems because no job no money.
to more
If I try to stay in education being in college , stops me earning money because I’m there 24/7. So I believe the only way out is scrapping education and start selling drugs and commit robbery, and doing those things won’t make me successful in a legal way, just illegally. It’s only a possibility of success anyway because I may get caught and never be able to taste the glory of success that I am trying for. But I believe it’s a chance which I have to take. I’m not doing anything else with my poverty-driven life anyway, except dreaming of the future, and one day being able to say I was successful in life...Dear diary please help me because I’m lost
erious ary
(Name has been changed to protect privacy)
Does this sound familiar or are you going through a similar situation to Nathan… if so check out the link below for help. E-how www.ehow.com E-how provides info and articles which could give Nathan and anyone else some leading advice on how to deal with money problems.
33
4 3 2 1
Top Gadgets
1
It has a polished aluminium finish which comes in nine colours .
4
This slick PSP is alot samller than the first PSP. The screen size on this one is 3.8 inch compared to the 4.3 previous model and a slide-out control pad. The console is supported with a 16GB flash memory card, If you are a gamer and you travel alot this is the one for you.
Prices start at £249
Price: 8GB £149
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
3
New PSP
IPOD NANO If you’ve always wanted your iPod to have a camera, now its your chance to get hold of the new Nano with video camera, a much larger screen (2.2 inch), also features the new FM tuner, Live Pause and ITunes Tagging.
2
34
APPLE MAGIC MOUSE
BLACKBERRY STORM 9550 The new Blackberry Storm 9550. This is the upgrade from Storm 9530. With much better functions, better facilities and it has improved from the first 1 (the flash memory) doubling from 128MB to 256MB. With a 2GB memory it has improved the technology and the functions of the phone to give iPhone a run for it’s money. This phone is also packed with a 3.2 mega pixel camera, Wi-Fi, Wireless Email, Multiand media Player.
You may be looking at this item and thinking, what is it, “This is the Apple Magic Mouse”, the world’s first multi touch mouse which sort of work’s like the iPhone; connect to your Mac
Price: £55
Price Plan: £35 Per a month/ Vodafone
Flip F260B (BLACK 60 MIN)
HP TOUCHSMART 600 PC
This is a pocket sized camera , holding up to 60 minutes of VGA video quality recording. It has a built in 2GB memory, built-in USB plug making it easy to upload vids to a PC or
This is a new generation technology with a relation to a PC. This is the HP TouchSmart 600. It inculdes the new Windows 7, HD viewing (great for gamers and movie watchers), has built - in webcam, intergrated stereo speakers and HP Touch Smart.
Prices start at £99
Prices start at £635.35
Canon Powershot S5 IS
Sennheiser HD485 Value for money when it comes to good performance in sound quality, great sound quality in superb bass. If you are into your music and love to hear quality while listening to your
Price: £50
Price: £210
35
If you are a photographer, this could be the right camera for you with it’s12x Optical zoom. This is an 8 mega pixel DSLR camera with quick snap shots.
5 Top Film’s 5 Top Films + 5 Top Gifts
“ENDZ 2 ENDZ GIVES YOU OUR EXCLUSIVE TOP 5 FILMS, AS EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW WHAT FILMS ARE OUT THAT NEED WATCHING. YOU’RE SURE TO FIND SOMETHING FOR YOU & YOUR LOVED ONES ON THE LIST. SO GET WATCHING...” DISNEY’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL 3D (PG) *** RATING The season of Christmas seems to be a waste of time for Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey). Who later meets the ghost of his late business partner, warning that three spirits will visit him and take him on a journey through his past, present and future; hoping he changes he’s views.
FANTASTIC MR FOX (PG) **** RATING After 12 years of rural joy, Mr. Fox (George Clooney) breaks a promise to wife (Meryl Streep) and raids the farms of their human neighbours. Giving in to his animal instincts he endangers not only his marriage but also the lives of his family and animal friends.
2012 (12A) **** RATING World leaders prepare for the survival of select members of society. When the global disaster finally occurs, failed writer Jackson Curtis (John Cusack) tries to lead his family to safety as the world literally falls apart.
ME AND ORSON WELLES (12A) *** RATING Film centres on life of Richard Samuels, a determined teen with dreams of finding a career in theatre. When he meets director Orson Welles, he gets a part in his version of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. Over time Richard learns Orson Welles isn’t a man to be messed with.
LAW ABIDING CITIZEN (18) *** RATING Clyde Shelton (Gerard Butler) was a happy family man, until the day his wife and daughter are murdered. Meanwhile a rising prosecutor named Nick Rice (Jamie Foxx) cuts a deal with one of the killers in exchange for testimony but ten years later, that man is found dead.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
36
5 Top Gift’s “ENDZ 2 ENDZ GIVES YOU OUR EXCLUSIVE TOP 5 GIFTS FOR XMAS, AS IT IS THAT TIME FOR GIVING AND SHARING. YOU’RE SURE TO FIND SOMETHING FOR YOUR LOVED ONES ON THE LIST. SO GET SHOPPING...” THE PSP GO This gadget lets you play games, videos, music and photos at any time, sharing them with friends. It’s got built in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 16GB of flash storage, plus much more. Suitable for children, teenagers and even adults; be sure your loved one will be jumping with joy when they open this gift.
DOLCE & GABBANA HANDBAG A designer handbag for ladies with fashion style, that will add that extra special something to your daily outfits. A fashionable bag to hold or store the muchneeded accessories that the ladies like to have about them, plus makes you look great at the same time.
PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER (PES) 2010 It’s the latest football video game from the ‘PES’ series that comes with an exciting and realistic soccer experience. Suitable for football fanatics and people that love to feel they’re playing for their favourite teams, with their favourite players. Available on PS3, Xbox 360 & PC.
IPOD NANO Stunning design, in built radio and even has camera. The ideal to store all your favourite tunes and is perfect if you hate your mp3 player bulging out of your pockets thanks to its slim and slick design. Will surely do miracles on the long, boring journeys to work, on the plane or even walking down you local high street.
HOLIDAY RESORT Booking a holiday resort will give you or your loved ones an escape from this country’s stresses making this a perfect present. A holiday might be just what that special person needs right now, because they deserve a breather and a chance to relax in the sun.
37
Jazzie w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
38
JAZZIE
WATCHA MEAN... WATCHA MEAN! Endz 2 Endz meets up with the young entertainer taking over the streets of London right now... Interviewed by Seun Oginni
E2E: Can you introduce yourself?
E2E: What does SUCCESS mean to you?
Jazzie: My name’s Jazzie, I’m a presenter, actor, entertainer. Got my own show on Channel AKA called The Jazzie Show.
Jazzie: To me, success is when you set yourself a goal and you achieve it. No matter what it is. If you want a car and you get that car, then that’s success.
E2E: How long have you been doing what you E2E: What’s Jazzie’s ideal Christmas do? present? Jazzie: It’s only been a year. I started out as a runner for Digital Dan, I hollered at him on Jazzie: [Laughs] I’m not going to front, Myspace. I started out behind the camera but but I think I got everything I want. All I knew I wanted to be in front of it. [laughs] So really want is to be successful. Some people think I’ve made it already but it’s not that, I big up Digital Dan, he’s got me where I am haven’t even started. I would say a car…but now. I don’t really need a car [Laughs and looks to his manager] E2E: How old are you? Jazzie: I’m 19...no 20 actually. [Laughs] I was going to say 19 because I just turned 20 recently. Big Man…Whoooa! E2E: How did you get out there so quick in such a short space of time?
Jazzie’s Manager: He thinks I’m his taxi driver. Jazzie: [Laughs] No, no…it aint. But I’m just a bit lazy sometimes so I take cab or get picked up. But seriously, I don’t want much, I’m appreciating everything I’ve got. God has blessed me: family, friends, clothes, accessories, gold tooth [laughs].
Jazzie: With The Jazzie Show, I think everyone watched it and got familiar with my face and what I do…I dunno, it’s probably E2E: Tell us about your catchphrase my swagger [laughs]. People have given me opportunities. But mainly because I’m putting ‘Whatcha Mean, whatcha mean”, how did it in the work - so people recognise I’m for real. start? E2E: Are you still in education? Jazzie: Yeah, I’m in university. E2E: How do you balance entertainment and uni? Jazzie: It’s definitely hard, but I think it’s something that I just have to do. I take my studies very serious, so to me Uni just has to get done. With this entertainment thing anything can happen so at least I have a back-up plan.
Jazzie: That started out as a proper joke. It was something that just came out my mouth on a normal day. When I started The Jazzie Show, more and more people started liking it. Tribal Man got me down to a rave in Colchester, I went on during a Marvel DJ set and I did “whatcha mean, whatcha mean” and the crowd went mad. Since then anytime I say that – it’s a shutdown… it even surprised me to be honest.
39
Continue
E2E: What has Jazzie got planned for the future?
Jazzie
Jazzie: Firstly, to carry on doing what I’m doing, keep The Jazzie Show going. I’m looking to have my own sitcom and keep doing more live shows. I want to finish off Uni… Yeah I’m jumping on the music thing but it’s not really serious, serious more like a hobby. But I plan to make it mainstream, I want to do films, everything…some think I’m a comedian, no I’m an actor that’s why I do a bit of everything. E2E: Can you see yourself in Hollywood one day? Jazzie: Yeah, definitely, that’s what I’m hoping. I can see myself doing – it’s just a matter of time. I believe in myself and think I’ve got talent so I just have to be patient. E2E: For the ladies out there, is Jazzie on the market or in a relationship? Jazzie: How did I know you were going to ask me that? nah I’m taken actually. Got the wifey, we’re nice, we’re good. She ain’t going nowhere and I ain’t going nowhere. E2E: Any final words? Jazzie: It’s a good thing you guys came down here to interview me because people don’t usually see the relaxed side to me. I’m normal sometimes [laughs]. Big up Endz 2 Endz! Shout out to Sho Sho clothing, Mossinni clothing, big up to Box Fresh, Adidas, Freezy, Architect, Andrew, Digital Dan, Channel AKA for giving me this chance, Adele from 1xtra and everyone supporting me. E2E: How can people contact you? Jazzie: My Facebook: JazzieMovement. My twitter is Twitter.com/jazzie movement. To get through to my manager contact: jazziemovement@hotmail.co.uk
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
Creamie Cash Creamie Cash is a catchy new clothing line, which brings a variety of the brightest colours, funky eye catching designs and a retro theme to the fashion scene. Creamie Cash clothing finally hit the streets of London early summer of 2009. To check out more of Creamie Cash clothing go to :
www.myspace.com/creamiecash1
Photo-Lab If you would like your photos to be shown in the next issue in PhotoLab, please e-mail your images to endz2endz@hotmail.co.uk
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
42
Title:Time with friends Photographer Dennis Gyamfi
43
Photo-Lab Title:Time out Photographer Jessica Wilton
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
44
Title:First team Photographer Lewis Cheltham
45
Photo-Lab Title:Society Photographer Dennis Gyamfi
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
46
Title:Museum Interest Photographer Ashley Martin
47
MINI G Mini G
Darrel Swaray’s stage name is Mini G and he grew up in Shepherd Bush, West London. He got established in the music industry at a time when Garage music was the foremost genre for young people in the British music industry, and So Solid Crew were the most popular group in the genre. He met So Solid Crew when they made an appearance at a youth club he attended and members of the group took an interest in him and offered him and his associates a guest slot on pirate radio station, Delight FM. From this slot, he went on to being a regular DJ on Juice FM independent from So Solid Crew. Music was his one and only passion but this period was the start of a brief downfall spiral; and he looked to the streets and his peers to find ways of promoting himself with money being his only motivation, so he could build a record label to record and produce his music. In 2003, he completely lost his desire for music with money being he’s only objective. After a while Mini G wrote various songs, thought of different musical compositions to create and planned his return to music, The UK scene refocused more on US hiphop and Grime grew more dominant. Mini G came back with a new focus, new ideas, he had once again found his love for music.
In January 2008, he gave the ‘E.O.I.’ mix-tape CD (which he completely funded by himself and his friend) free online and to record stores around London to prove his new outlook on his career and to show the world a sample of his talent. This was a bold move. His boldness provided him with offers to perform at events. One of the events was the Choice FM DJ and in the audience was comedian Richard Blackwood. After the show, he wanted a copy of Mini G’s CD so that he could play one of the tracks on his radio show the following morning. A mutual friend introduced him to another well known DJ Commander B who told him he liked his music and also introduced him to more Choice FM DJ’s Jenny Francis and Phoebe One who gained an interest in his artistic vision. These introductions helped him continue to gain an audience and get support from important figures within the music industry. Since these introductions, his music featured on shows by Choice FM DJ’s. His second single ‘Go Girls (The Remix)’ from ‘The Rude Awakening,’ his first studio album, is currently the most requested song on Jenny Francis’s ‘Hype Show.’
Between the releases of two mix-tape CD’s that he self produced, Mini G has created a label for young talent The Colossal Corporation where he creates Mini G made a comeback to the UK music scene his music and produces younger talent. He’s curin 2007, and within a month, he was featured on a rently in talks with music distribution firms with mix-tape CD, Mykal Million’s ‘From My Hood 2 Your a deal to release ‘The Rude Awakening’ soon. To Hood Volume 6’ that contained freestyle tracks date, Mini G has been nominated for two categoover popular hip-hop instrumentals and Mini G’s ries at The People’s Music Awards. He is up for the self-produced tracks. Best Hip-Hop and Best Male Solo acts. On top of his music, he runs workshops in London schools He began work on his mix-tape called ‘End of and youth clubs for young adolescents to encourIntermission’ while also being featured on various age staying in school. His mantra for himself and mix-tape CD’s by DJ’s known on the circuit. Using others to live by is, “Fall down seven times, get up contacts from the Garage scene, like Kiss FM’s eight times.” Dynamite MC, he gave DJ’s his material from the ‘E.O.I.’ mix-tape CD to play on their shows to www.Myspace.com/MGAOS regain an audience. He got a positive response www.tccmovement.co.uk from DJ’s and audiences alike, and this sparked him to create more music.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
48
49
Unsigned Acts Unsigned Acts
Unsigned UK acts to look out for? You may of heard of some of these artist or maybe not. But Endz2Endz magazine thought it was best to give a starlight frame to these talanted musicians, Which we feel will have some great skills to offer the UK talent scene.
Wides Fusion Wides and Fusion, aged 16, are a duo coming out of south London that got established seven years ago after they first caught a glimpse of the music industry when they recorded a track at their youth club. They conquered community-based events in Lewisham, including one where they played “Black Stars” as an encore celebrating the 200th anniversary of the abolition of slave trade. The duo have performed with Vix and Trix, at PAYP showcases, at the Ministry of Sound and on Channel U’s “South Is Back.” The two are trying to shine a more positive light on grime music. They are currently working on a funky house CD due to land soon and please remind their fans they don’t stick to a specific genre -- what you ask for is what you will get.
MC Sez Sez has been a big name in the urban music scene for over 10 years. From hyping up raves to hosting professional radio shows his reputation got him nominated as best MC in the 2007 Musik4You Awards. His lyrics are recognized by clubbers country-wide and he has produced 3 video releases, all hitting the top 5 in the Channel U/aka Urban Charts. A successful mixtape, collaborations with big names and plays on all the big music stations means Sez is a talent in demand with producers queueing up to work with him on his new album. Sez’s love for all types of underground music and trademark versatility show up in his new album “More than Words” which mixes everything from rnb to ukg to grime and uk funky. Watch out for release Everyday, out early 2010.
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
52
Cynthia Mare Cynthia Mare is a young talented singer/songwriter aged 25,from East London. She writes for herself and others in different genres including R&B, Pop, and house. Cynthia works with pioneering UK producer Krunchie who is known for his UKG banger “Bouncin Flow” and remixes of Aaliyah’s “Try Again and More Than a Woman” and producing for Simon Webb in May 2009. Also in Cynthia Mare’s team is UK rapper Craiigg, with whom she has collaborated on many tracks including “My Girl” which has accumulated over seventy thousand views youtube. Cynthia’s songs, “Catch me when I fall” and “Girls in da Club” have been receiving considerable play on BBC1xra, KissFM & ChoiceFM. She has also collaborated with UK Grime scene veterans P Money, Blacks and Solo. She is planning to release a Funky house EP.
Casso Blax Casso Blax is unique artist with catchy lines such as his previous single called “clocking my face”. The buzz started for Casso Blax in 2007 Notting Hill Carnival mixtape, The Outburst. Next, in May 2008, came the single, Falling Star and now this amazing talent is working on several different projects with other UK artists including Dot Rotten, G-frsh, Teezy, DNA, Flirta D, Nu Brand Flexxx, Nasty crew, Twissman and JMC, and is just finishing his debut album. Casso Blax is all about DIY: as well as rapping, singing and producing he also has a diploma in sound engineering and a media technology degree. Juggling uni, work and music has not been an easy task – especially as he’s also managed himself from the start and released three self-funded videos. Casso Blax is a hard working artist who Endz2Endz magazine feel will take London by storm.
Jazmin Age: 20 I started off doing music as a hobby. My life has been full of dancing and acting and I studied performing arts for three years. My goal was to pursue the performing arts, ignoring the music side of it as I lacked confidence singing. This industry is cut-throat and you need to have confidence or there is no point. I got the courage to start singing at college, there were loads of singers on my course who loved it with a passion. They caught me singing sometimes and suggested I should do something to boost my confidence. I sang on a couple of friends’ tracks before I sang as a soloist, it helped me find out what I could do. If anyone’s thinking of moving into this field - you need to feel comfortable within yourself and not to rely on others.
53
WHY AM I EMPTY
FOR ALL ENQUIRIES ON ADVERTISING IN ENDZ 2 ENDZ MAGAZINE PLEASE CONTACT US IN THE FOLLOWING WAY Email:endz2endz@hotmail.co.uk
w ww. e n d z 2 e n dz . com
56
Nite Out mysterious diary
This was our Nite Out at the “Look At Me London” event. It was a night of fresh, live music and great performances from up and coming artists, held at the Sun & Dove pub. If you’re into raw UK talent, this was the place to be, so you need to be at the next one. Photographer Amah Asomani
www.endz2endz.com
58
59
ENDZ 2 ENDZ Graphic Designer/Illustrator: Tyrone Smiley Rebekah Huggins Paul Stock Editor Seun Oginni Lee Simon Andrew Photographers: Dennis Gyamfi Amah Asomani Ashley Martin Lewis Cheltham Jessica Wilton Lipgloss Writers Manny CJ Kalid Peaches da Model George Iverson Chuks Surreal Editorial Mentors Anna Leach Jason Daponte Kate Burt Contributors Nicholas Adams (Question Clothing) Simon Lockwood (Teamwhyme) Yomi Akosile (Teddy Bear Club) Ol Lasisi (Class Dissmissed) Ol Lasisi ( O-Mega Inc) Reymell Thomas (Creamie Cash) Flo (The True Colour Show) Marie-Claire Denyer (Look at me London) IF YOU HAVE ANY ADVERTISING QUERIES, WOULD LIKE TO WORK WITH ENDZ 2 ENDZ OR CONTRIBUTE TO OUR NEXT ISSUE ... CONTACT US THROUGH EMAIL: endz2endz@hotmail.co.uk