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CONTENTS
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10 17 QUEEN NAIJA & PASTOR JOHN P. KEE R&B singer/soongwriter, Queen Naija and Pastor John P. Kee beef over ‘Karma’.
18 COVER FEATURE Getting to know Tyler Lepley and information on his new role in TV One’s “Three’s Complicated”.
24 MENTAL HEALTH & WEIGHT GAIN Marla McCants talks about her 600 lb weight gain after suffering at the hands of her abuser.
COVER FEATURE
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07 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Be sure to read our letter from our Editor, Shanica LaShay Bell
10 URBAN ONE MUSIC HONORS Award show sneak peek and highlights
16 JOIN PLAIR -LIVE RECORDING R&B singer/soongwriter, Queen Naija and Pastor John P. Kee beef over ‘Karma’.
25 EDITOR’S PICKS In this issue, our Editor shares her beauty options for the winter.
25 AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT In our spotlight in this issue, Author Corinthus Alston as he shares his new book “The Gift of Grace: Unmerited Favor”.
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26 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT In this spotlight we learn about Del “Mr. Del” Lawrence from Memphis and his new album “Black”.
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FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
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Dear Reader,
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appy New Year! Wow, we made it! You made it. That’s so inspiring within itself because that means you have another day. There is still time for you to pursue your purpose; whether that is launching that business, joining that ministry, or writing that book, whatever it is, now is the time to do it. Do it! You may be that mother that put dreams on hold for your children; or a child that had to take care of a parent; you may even be someone who has dedicated your whole life to the wellbeing of someone else and missed the time where you feel you could have done something more with your life. Well, what a wonderful thing it is to still be here, able to live our best lives in the overflow! So much has been happening since our last issue. So, I must tell you, this issue almost didn’t want to happen. I didn’t want to publish Life in the Overflow anymore. I can’t express enough how our mental health is vital to sound living. Sometimes you just have to stop everything else and focus on you. You may have to take a break and redefine your very life, rediscover who you are and what you want to do. Sometimes you have to recalibrate yourself with your purpose. Having a servants heart has its rewards. Serving others can be so gratifying, and can be one of the most rewarding occupations that you can have; but while you are serving others, don’t forget to serve yourself. Don’t forget about YOU. Servants have dreams too. Don’t put your own ambitions on the backburner while making someone else’s dreams come true. Serve well, but serve your own dreams. Be sure to check our my Editor’s Pick in our Beauty section! Take a look a see what natural products I recommend and use on my natural hair!
Remember Joseph had a dream about his future and was a prisoner soon after that dream. Sometimes your dream will push you into an isolated place where time with God is not an option, it’s essential. Eventually it was servantry that got Joseph out of prison. In 2019, it’s time to serve your dreams, your goals, and put to action those things you are ambitious about. Put your drive in full throttle and pursue, overtake, and recover everything that has been lost for yourself during your time of serving others. This is a real thing and there is nothing wrong with desiring more for yourself while serving your clients, parents, friends, family, co-workers, church family and more! It doesn’t matter if you block out an hour of your time every day this year that allows you to do something towards your own vision. In this issue, we tap into Black Excellence and learn about Tyler Lepley and his new TV One original film, get a sneak peek of the Urban One Music Honors, chat with Author Corinthus Alston about his new book, “The Gift of Grace: God’s Unmerited Favor” in our Author Spotlight, we also learn about Mr. Del and his “Black” album and more!
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URBAN ONE MUSIC HONORS AWARD SHOW SNEAK PEEK BLACK EXCELLENCE
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arly in December, Urban One hosted the inaugural URBAN ONE HONORS Awards show at The Anthem in Washington, DC. The star-studded show, hosted by comedian and REACH Media personality D.L. Hughley, honored Jermaine Dupri, April Ryan, Brandy, Tom Joyner, Marvin Sapp, DJ Khaled, June Ambrose, Doc Walker, Shaun King, Benny Pough, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Jade Novah, Dr. Nadia Lopez, Tracy Martin, Sybrina Fulton and Rotimi. Presented by MGM National Harbor and Radio One’s Washington D.C. radio stations Majic 102.3 & 92.7, 93.9 WKYS, Praise 104.1, WOL 1450 & 95.9, Spirit 1340 and The Team 980, the event was developed to acknowledge and honor individuals or organizations that have made an extraordinary impact on society and culture. “I am immensely proud of our inaugural Urban One Honors awards show,” expressed Urban One Chairperson, Cathy Hughes. “We exhibited and experienced black on black love and appreciation, something that is extremely critical during these times. We are already planning for next year and look forward to creating a rich tradition of celebrating the best and brightest of who we are.”
cellence throughout her career. Presented by her brother Ray J, he proudly listed just a few of his superstar sister’s accomplishments over the years. “She is and will always be the first black Cinderella, the first black singer to be the face of Cover Girl and the vocal bible to millions of fans.” Radio Veteran and REACH Media’s own Tom Joyner was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award by Cathy Hughes and Phyllis James, Chief Diversity Officer at MGM, who helped to sponsor the evening. “When I think of lifetime achievement, I think of someone who dedicates themselves to the advancement of others and works tirelessly to enhance society. When nominees were being considered, Tom Joyner stood above all others, because he is without equal,” stated Ms. Hughes. Joyner was also celebrated by his fraternity, Omega Psi Phi, with a high-energy step show performance.
activist and father of Trayvon Martin, drew an enthusiastic response when he delivered his own version shortly after, meant for the current occupant of the White House. “If you think you’re lonely now,” he crooned, “ wait until impeachment.” Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh presented Baltimore native, journalist and author April Ryan with the Media Personality of the Year Award. “As the Bureau Chief for American Urban Radio Networks and a White House correspondent, she faces adversity with a calmness that makes our president take pause,” Mayor Pugh said of the accomplished journalist. Baltimore State’s Attorney, Marilyn Mosby was also in attendance and presented the Education Maven Award to Dr. Nadia Lopez, who urged the audience to support the educators fighting daily.
The night closed out with Jermaine Dupri receiving the Living Legend Award, presented The soulful Avery Sunshine brought the house to him by longtime friends Da Brat and Bryan down with a stellar Aretha Franklin tribute. She Michael Cox. DJ Nabs played a tribute mix, performed “Daydreaming,” while accompany- which included some of Jermaine’s greatest ing herself on piano, “I Never Loved a Man the hits from Mariah Carey, Usher, Da Brat, Kriss Way I Love You” and “Jump To It.” R&B crooner Kross, Xscape, Bow Wow and more. Johnny Gill also took the stage, handing out red roses as he performed his classic “My, My, Other honorees and presenters included: June Beginning with a hilarious welcome from the My,” along with some of his other hit songs. Ambrose, recipient of the Fashion Icon Award, King of Comedy host, D.L. Hughley, the highpresented by Q Parker; Shaun King received lights of the evening included powerful musical Following his acceptance of the Inspira- the Social Change Agent Award, presented tributes, moving speeches and calls-to-action tional Impact Award from son Jamar Sapp by Symone Sanders; LA Reid presented Roc for political, educational and social change. and Griff, co-host of “Get Up Mornings with Nation President Benny Pough with the Record Cathy Hughes also welcomed and thanked Erica Campbell,” Pastor and Gospel singing Executive of the Year honor; Roland Martin attendees for supporting the inaugural event sensation Marvin Sapp delivered a soul stir- presented Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes and celebrating the honorees. ring performance of his songs, “Never Would Norton with the Public Servant Award; Rotimi Have Made It,” and “The Best In Me.” Keeping was honored with the Generation Next Award Performer Elle Varner kicked off the evening the momentum going, K-Ci of Jodeci had the by Traci Braxton; DJ Khaled accepted the Hip with an upbeat medley of her songs, including crowd on its feet, as he performed “Forever Hop Impact Award via video message; Fred the hit, “Refill” and new single “Loving U Blind,” My Lady,” which he dedicated to the late Kim Smoot presented the Sports Legend Award to which got the crowd rocking early. Porter, followed by his remake of the Bobby Doc Walker, and recording artist Jade Novah Womack classic “If You Think You’re Lonely received the Viral Sensation Award presented Songstress Brandy received the Cathy Hughes Now.” Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, who presented by Gia Peppers. - Courtesy of TVOne Excellence Award, for her commitment to ex- the Global Ambassador Award to Tracy Martin,
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Pictured: (Top) Elle Varner, (Left) Brandy & Ray J., and Fred Smoot (Right), (Bottom) Tom Joyner
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JON PLAIR LIVE RECORDING BLACK ENTERTAINMENT
Detroit, MI -- Musician and Singer Jon Plair has been waiting for and working diligently toward a live recording of his music. With excitement for his gift in music and unparalleled enthusiasm for Christ, Jon announces his first live recording set for January 18, 2019.
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on invites the public to worship and be inspired at his debut live recording to be held at Fellowship Chapel, 7707 Outer Dr. W., Detroit, MI at 7:30PM. Jon will be performing and recording all new songs that will be on his forthcoming album to be released in the spring. Special guest for the event will include Stellar Award winning singer DeWayne Woods, Gospel Recording Artist Larry Callahan, Comedian Prince Tai and more! The high powered evening will be hosted by Radio One Personality Randi Myles of Detroit Praise Network. It has been five years since Jon has released any music. “These past 5 years have strengthened my spiritual journey and walk with God in which I’ve learned how to trust him more,” Jon shares. “He has been showing me how to hear and see my path better and more clearer from the inside out.”
During this period, Jon has focused on perfecting his talent, worked to be innovatively creative, and made himself available to receive all the God bestows on him. “It’s a blessing how God has increased my musical ability, my creativity and my desire to express myself in a unique way,” he continues. “God has given me favor with great people - leaders, influencers, musicians, singers and other awesome artists to help me continue developing my artistry.” Jon’s passion is to perform, write, produce and ultimately be effective in impacting people all over the world in a positive, spiritual and supernatural way through his music. His talent and his worship will make this a live recording that can’t be missed. This epic album recording event is free and open to the public. VIP packages can be purchased for $25 Gold package and $45 Platinum package. The VIP Packages with exclusive items are available at Eventbrite.com. - Courtesy of the Bellamy Group
Jon Plair Debut Live Recording Fellowship Chapel 7707 Outer Dr. W., Detroit, MI Doors Open: 7:00 p.m. // Concert Starts: 7:30 p.m. FREE General Admission Gold VIP Package: $25 // Platinum VIP Package: $45
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GOSPEL MUSIC NEWS
QUEEN NAIJA & JOHN P. KEE “KARMA”
Photo Credit: Praise Cleveland
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f you haven’t heard the news yet, there is an alleged feud going on between the Legendary gospel artist and songwriter, Pastor John P. Kee and R&B newcomer, 22 year-old Queen Naija. Back in June 2018, she was accused of stealing one of John P. Kee’s famous melody’s. As if things could not get any worse, just a few weeks ago Queen Naija calls Pastor John a “fake” Christian because of the accusations. There could be a pending lawsuit between Pastor John P. Kee and YouTube star turned R&B singer. Pastor John P. Kee alleges that Queen Naija used his famous melody from his song ‘You Don’t Know My Story’ (Life and Favor 2012) in her her hit song ‘Karma’. Well, this has caused an uproar and downright war between the two, which also also cause R&B singer Lil Mo’ to get involved with some choice words about Queen Naija. Apparently, Lil Mo’ is the niece of Pastor John P. Kee, who went on to state his position and thoughts about the business process, while congratulating Queen Naija on her success. Many social media followers felt that Pastor Kee was being shady, saying that he should not sue her at all, since she is successful in his eyes. The key thing that Pastor John P. Kee noted was that he and Queen Naija are under the same record label. He also said that someone should talk to their producers. He wrote in a comment, “ I’m a businessman. I’ve been a publisher for over 35 years. This is bigger than her. Staff. producers, management, agents, etc. should have handled this properly out the gate!” Queen Naija sticks to her story that as she was writing ‘Karma’, she had the gospel song nowhere in mind. “Y’all act like people can’t think of the same melodies, and trust me. That melody ain’t nothing crazy. People will take anything and run with it.”
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GETTING TO KNOW TYLER LEPLEY F.L.O.W. FEATURE
Tyler was born on March 24, 1987 in Philadelphia, PA to an Italian mother and Jamaican father. He was raised by his mother and stepfather and graduated from Kutztown, University of Philadelphia. Tyler Lepley dreamed of becoming a criminal justice lawyer and a NBA player, but that dream was cut short due to a criminal misdemeanor charge he received for a fight during his football college years. He gave up on that dream and after spending 3 months in Los Angeles, he was discovered in a gym by a producer who booked him for the role in Slumber Party. He began to take acting classes and making appearances on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, 90210, music videos, and television films; which we best know him as Benjamin “Benny” Young, on Tyler Perry’s The Have and the Have Nots on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN Network, in which he plays the half-brother of Tika Sumpter. He was recently interviewed on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and spoke about having to resist the urge to fall in love with his co-stars and how he is constantly being compared to Drake and Omari Hardwick.
Other facts: Age: 31 Height: 6’0” Other Names: Ty Dinnis, Ty Lepley Marital Status: Single Children: None
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TV One’s latest original film, THREE’S COMPLICATED will premiere on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 7 p.m. ET/6C, followed by encores at 9 p.m. ET/8C and 11 p.m. ET/10C. Shanola Hampton (Shameless), executive produces the project and stars as the film’s central character Deja, a 42-year-old divorcee who falls for a younger man that may very well have a romantic connection to her college-aged daughter. Also starring Tyler Lepley (Ringside, The Haves and The Have Nots), Kyanna Simone Simpson (The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks) and Charles Malik Whitfield (The Temptations), the film depicts a complicated love story with a humorous take on the dynamics between older women dating younger men. Audiences are introduced to Deja, who has been passed over for a promotion at work and decides to drown her sorrows during a night out at the bar. She meets Sonny (Lepley), an attractive man ten years her junior, who sweeps her off her feet during a whirlwind weekend romance. Deja moves on, but discovers her daughter Eleni (Simpson), who knows Sonny from school, is infatuated with the handsome teacher’s assistant. Deja experiences a myriad of emotions as she struggles to control her attraction to Sonny, protect her daughter’s heart and deal with her ex-husband Craig (Whitfield), who seems to think a reconciliation is on the horizon. Conflicted and uncertain, Deja finds herself in a complex love triangle. Will this tricky scenario bring her to the brink of heartbreak or set her on a path to a new beginning? THREE’S COMPLICATED is written and directed by Shari L. Carpenter. The film is produced for TV One by Swirl Films. For Swirl, Executive Producer is Eric Tomosunas and Producers are Darien Baldwin, Keith Neil, James Seppelfrick and Gingi Rochelle. Shanola Hampton also serves as Executive Producer. The film was casted by Leah Daniels Butler. For TV One, Tia A. Smith is Executive Producer in Charge of Production, Donyell McCullough is Senior Director of Talent & Casting, and Robyn Green Arrington is Vice President of Original Programming and Production. For more Information about TV One’s upcoming programming, including original movies, visit the network’s companion website at www.tvone.tv. TV One viewers can also join the conversation by connecting via social media on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (@tvonetv) using the hashtag #THREESCOMPLICATED. // Courtesy of TVOne LIFE IN THE OVERFLOW MAGAZINE
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From left to right, author Robyn Gordon, Tennessee first lady Crissy Haslam and Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan
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300 lb Weight Gain: Spiraling Mental Health BLACK HEALTH
CCS Media Founder Treva Gordon is working with client Marla McCants to promote her 2019 Tell All Weight Loss Tour. Marla McCants is a Detroit native and was first seen back in 2015 on the season finale of My 600-lb Life. Having found herself in an abusive relationship, Marla was kidnapped and held hostage by her ex-boyfriend — which is when her weight spiraled out of control to nearly 800 pounds. At the time, doctors believed she was only months, if not weeks away from dying. During her episode, she said, “My weight has condemned me to this bed.” Yet despite gastric bypass surgery and an extended hospital stay, she refused to let doctors help her stand. It wasn’t until the mother-of-three realized this was her last chance to live that she eventually gave in. The mother revealed that she never had issues with weight when she was younger but that her eating became out of control after she tried to break up with her boyfriend, who then “lost it” and kidnapped her. He held Marla at gunpoint and shot two officers who tried to rescue her before she ultimately escaped. After the traumatizing incident, the reality star refused to leave her house because she was terrified he would find her and kill her. By the time they caught her ex, however, she had been coping with her feelings by eating — and ballooned to more than 700 pounds. “The kidnapping changed my life forever, and I wish I could take that day back,” she said. At the end of her episode, Marla weighed 534 pounds — a 266-pound loss. She said, “I’m so proud of myself. I got myself into [this situation]; I can get myself out.” That positivity is what helped her drop even more weight after cameras stopped rolling. Marla is currently writing a tell-all book about the show and says, “The show lied and it is not what its cracked up to be.” HER STORY: Click on the link below for her REAL STORY on THE REEL RENEE CHANNEL on YouTube. My 600Lb Life - Marla McCants - THEY LIED TO ME
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Editor’s Beauty Picks
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Life in the Overflow Magazine got the opportunity to talk with Christian author, Corinthus Altson about his new book, The Gift of Grace. The Gift of Grace is the frist book that is part of a 3 book series. Tell us about your writing journey and how you got started? Actually I started writing by accident. I am a minister, so I pulled out an old sermon that I did a couple of years ago and I said there is actually a book in this. I just started writing and it just began to flow. What inspires you to write? I call it my evangelism. People just want to talk to you. They want God’s word, but they want it to be relatable to where they are in their life. Men can be evangelists too. You don’t have to preach fire and brimstone, you can evangelize them.
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What is the book about? What do you hope the reader experiences through the book’s message? I want them to leave with knowing that with God’s, grace can’t earn it, you can’t buy it, it’s a gift. We can’t earn God’s grace, it was a gift. You have a choice to accept it or not. God gives us free will. Also, 3 key points; God accepts you as who you are, He doesn’t want you to stay that way, and He wants you to give grace unto others as he gives grace unto you.
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‘BLACK’ ALBUM ON RACIAL DIVISION IN GOSPEL MUSIC BLACK ENLIGHTENMENT // MUSIC SPOTLIGHT of the gospel and the dark side of being Black in America.” He continues, “I feel that as a Kingdom Hip Hop artist it is my responsibility to uncover both of these dynamics especially since there is segregation even in our Christian music industry. Christian or Contemporary Christian is viewed as ‘white music’ and Gospel is viewed as ‘black music’. Shouldn’t we all be ONE?”
Mr. Del, Author, Pastor and Music Mogul
Memphis, Tennessee Hip Hop Artist, Author, Pastor and Music Mogul Del Lawrence, aka “Mr. Del” has established himself as the ‘Hope Dealer’ and an innovator in the Christian/Gospel Rap genre. He is the pastor of the thriving City of Refuge Church in Memphis and as an artist has garnered Dove, Grammy and Stellar Award nominations. He started his own label, Dedicated Music Group (DMG), that develops new talent and pushes out multiple hard-hitting albums each year. DMG has released albums, singles and videos over the past 10 years from Mr. Del himself, Mali Music, Murk, D. McGhee, Fro, and has orchestrated dynamic collaborations with Canton Jones, Pettidee, Uncle Reece, Kirk Whalum, Salt (of Salt-N-Pepa), Gangsta Boo, HeeSun Lee, Gospel Gangstaz and more. Mr. Del is now releasing his 10th career album called BLACK. The album theme underscores the continued racial division in music, specifically in Gospel and Contemporary Christian genres. “Black has a dual meaning,” Mr. Del explains. “It represents the dark side
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Mr. Del’s BLACK album spurs thought on racial divides not only in music, but addresses its impact on individuals of various nationalities and races globally. However, Mr. Del’s album isn’t just another album filled with lyrics highlighting societal challenges, the album also promotes peace, unity and love and self awareness through inspiring lyrics and biblical doctrine. “Pray It Up”, featuring FRO and Murk, encourages listeners to turn to prayer first in all things and “Can You Forgive?” is Mr. Del’s personal testimony of walking in forgiveness after abusive situations and personal attacks. Mr. Del takes time to honor, uplift and encourage African-American women on “Black, Bold & Beautiful” and is joined by long-time friend Canton Jones and Uncle Reece on “On God”.
called SOUL TIES which includes: Soul Ties: How To Detox From Toxic Relationships and Soul Ties 2: Love, Lust, & Lies. His candid, soul searching series and Soul Ties Seminars have been revolutionizing relationships and changing lives all over the country. “I am excited to have launched the Soul Ties Enterprise which includes, radio, television, and podcast,” he transparently shares. “During my childhood, I suffered mental, emotional, and physical abuse at the hands of my parents. Those toxic experiences negatively shaped my perception of myself and others. This started a cycle of dysfunctional relationships that continued into my adulthood. It wasn’t until I got saved and developed a relationship with God that I was able to detox from those toxic soul ties and become a better man. My own trials and triumphs sparked a burning passion within me to help others experience the transformation I have and become whole, healthier, happier people.”
The Soul Ties Podcast features Mr. Del and co-host Ms. Murk P31. His weekly podcast also includes The Mancast Podcast with his co-host T-Mo w/the Dance Moves. Mr. Del’s Mancast Podcast also addresses relationship topics To commemorate his musical mile- and was created By Men, For Men and stone, Mr. Del invites the public to cel- The Women That Love Them. ebrate with him on January 5 at THE #Courtesy of The Bellamy Group BLACK EXPERIENCE album release event. The Black Experience will be held at 7PM at Hattiloo Theatre, 37 Cooper Street, Memphis, TN 38104. The Black Experience event stars Mr. Del and features special guests Murk, D.McGhee, Fro and Stephen Brown. In addition to his acclaimed albums and impressive music career span, Mr. Del is also the author of a book series
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