Now that there is one Bad Axx Muva! You get it or did that go over your head..

Carol Fabré, better known as Bad Axx Creole, breaks all barriers with the premier launch of her highly anticipated YouTube Channel titled “Bad Axx Muva”. As a single mother of three girls, Carol has been grinding like there's no tomorrow but she always puts her motherhood duties first. Some would question, how is this one woman able to do so much all on her own. She’s not only a mother of three, but single-handedly, she’s also a business owner, a bartender, a media marketing manager for a number of hotspots in Atlanta, a model, and she is the brand ambassador for the popular publication, Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine.

Her YouTube channel “Bad Axx Muva" focuses on the struggles she’s faced as a single mother or "MUVA" we should say, and how she is able to maneuver around the obstacles that arise on a day-to-day basis. Her channel also displays the love and connection between her and her children. Without a doubt, any woman who faces similar challenges in life would be inspired by Carol's delivery with “Bad Axx Muva”. It’s motivational, inspiring, and loving, and you can also get a few laughs after watching the fun with her and her 3 daughters. Pull up the Channel, subscribe, like, and share. You never know who may get inspired.

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Giving rise to the moniker that the world will soon come to idolize- “Bad Axx Creole”

Let’s get you updated and upgraded about the baddest model coming into the game. Meet Carol Fabré, better known to the public as the one and only Bad Axx Creole.

As of September 2021, Bad Axx Creole signed on as the newest brand ambassador for the Scrilla Guerillaz Ent. & Magazine imprint.

The New Orleans native currently resides in Atlanta, GA. She got her to start in the game in May 2015, when she made an appearance on Love and Hip Atlanta: Season 4 alongside Daze and Stevie J. (Who were business partners with the Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine brand on VH1 at the time.)

On set of Love and Hip Hop Atlanta season 4, 2015

Since then, she began to pursue a modeling career as a full-time gig, doing club appearances, reality shows, print work, and music videos.

After years of grinding between New Orleans and Atlanta, she decided to slow down and settle down. She began to focus on being a mom after finding out she was pregnant with her first child by the son of a well-known deceased rapper from her home state. During this time, she also became a certified mixologist. Therefore, bartending became another money making opportunity for the young entrepreneur.

It is now 2021, and she is a mother of 3 beautiful girls, co-owner of Barbiez Cocktailz, and is back to the drawing board. With a new plan, strategy, and the Scrilla Guerillaz team behind her, she is set to make some new headlines.

To re-invent oneself is to create new roads to success. There’s no grind like a mother’s grind when it’s time to feed her children. She is a mom, certified mixologist, a model, and a brand ambassador for Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine.

With all-natural beauty features; her creole roots are easily flourished in every aspect of her existence, making her easy on the eye, and comfortable in any environment.

Let’s not forget, outside of her undeniable beauty, she grinds like one of your favorite hustlers and has no problem getting her hands dirty.

Be sure to follow her on Instagram and book her for your next commercial, event, or even your music video. Please be professional. Serious inquires only.

Watch her work!
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Culturally Responsive Instruction: Teaching physics through the lens of photography By: Sienna A. Smoot (Ed.D)

I propose that there be an option provided to students that affords them an integrated Physics course that fosters culturally responsive teaching (CRT). One way of doing this, is to introduce physics through the lens of photography.  

Every child is a born scientist.  Their innate desire to touch and taste things is evidence that they are natural explorers who are driven by curiosity and interests. Nevertheless, when our children step into the education system, their natural desire for learning is deduced to their ability to pass a test likely not written by someone of their culture. Their curiosity is boxed in by projects designed and developed by the educator.  Our children are attempting to display what they know without respect for the culture that they know.  

In recent years, there has been a major push for CRT, which is a researched-based approach that creates connections between what our children learn and their culture, experiences and language.  Educators are encouraged to innovate and insert culturally-responsive activities into their curriculum.  Nevertheless, how does one insert a culture they do not know themselves.  There are various projects in the works that address that. One such project is the MILOEDU.com project created by Gary Mack and Lybroan James.  After attending this training, I was able to view teaching some aspects of Physics from a culturally responsive perspective.   

I am a science teacher in Hawaii and I am also a part-time model.  Specifically, I teach high school Physics. I am also an adjunct faculty at a local medical college here in Hawaii. I know my “ISH” when it comes to science, culture and curricula.  Physics is the study of the motion of matter, force, energy and their behavior through space and time. This definition is simplified best by saying that Physics is the study of the universe and all that is moving around in it.  Among all of the other sciences, Physics focuses on the “how” things happen.  How does light work? How does the skin react to light? How does a photographer capture an image or theme with light? 

Nevertheless, it does not matter what I know. What matters is the environment surrounding the student that fosters creativity and innovation via culturally responsive teaching. Among the environments that can deliver a cultural, equitable, relevant and real world learning experience is the learning space of photography. 

I often work with Brooklyn photographer Jihaad Muhammad owner of  https://annurmedia.com/ .  I watch him set his lens, adjust and direct the lighting. Photography is a consistent struggle to get the skin tones, theme and lighting where it needs to be. The culture of the photographer bleeds through the lens and it shows in their work. Photographers spend a lot of time teasing out the imperfections and color nuances. They find the best angle to capture the structures of the objects in their focus. Photographers manipulate, bend, and refract light in order to get a perspective about the object with appreciation for the meaning of the photograph. 

The shape and thickness of the lens, time and the velocity of light are all essential to the quality of the photograph. Sensors play a role in precision in obtaining optimal focal length. Some cameras use light fields to capture the image. A light field is a set of all light rays in every point in space. This means that the camera does not have to focus first before taking a picture. It captures all light vectors. 

What does this have to do with high school physics?  In short, all of these ideas are also taught in high school physics.  There are traditional labs that have been used for decades. Then students generate a lab report and move on to the next chapter. Where is the creativity and culture in that experience? What if students produced a portfolio of photographs that display their understanding of optics?  Think about how meaningful that kind of experience would be to the student. So again, I propose that there be an option provided to students where they can be afforded an integrated Physics course that fosters CRT.  One way of doing this, is to introduce physics through the lens of photography.

FOLLOW Sienna A. Smoot (Ed.D) ON IG @SCIENCESOPHIS

Edward L Hennings: From Bars to Business

Bio: Edward L. Hennings is beyond a survivor, he is successful award-winning Milwaukee based author, a world class entrepreneur, motivational speaker, life coach/mentor and policy reform advocate. He possesses a supernatural energy and drive for success like no other. As the owner of three businesses, Hair Code, a successful barber and beauty salon, Vision Universal Trucking and E.L. Hennings LLC, Edward has proven his strength and capabilities when many thought it was impossible.

After being sentenced to 40 years in prison, he was forced to reconsider his way of thinking and the impact of his actions. While incarcerated, he participated in various initiatives to educate and mentor youth, which evoked a passion for speaking to others about his experience and dedication to overcoming adversity. After serving 20 years in prison, Edward now dedicates a large percentage of his time sharing how he turned “street skills” into key “life skills and business strategies”. Mr. Hennings revealed his collection of proven principles to passing various tests in his first book- The Answers: A Guide to Passing the Test of Your Life. Little did he know that the growing demand and popularity of his book would lead him to a new chapter as the founder of The Change Institute, an online, interactive course developed to educate, motivate and empower future entrepreneurs all over the world!

He has become a highly sought-after motivational speaker and prison reform policy advocate. Edward’s innate entrepreneurial skills has earned him a new title as a key business strategist and consultant. Previous speaking events include: Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Department of Corrections (DOC), Running Rebels, Milwaukee Police Department, and several area middle and high schools. He continues to make strategic yet impactful collaborative relationships with large organizations like the Milwaukee Bucks to help solidify and spread his message.

Edward Hennings brings a unique perspective, genuine passion and personal mission to inspire the lives of individuals who are currently, or have previously, experienced adversity and/or trauma, through motivational speaking, coaching, and mentoring. With all that he has done, it’s just the beginning!

www.edhennings.com

Enter the Woo at your own Risk ( Rapper Pop Smoke puts New York City back on the hip-hop scene)

New York City has been in shambles within the Hip-Hop culture
over the last few years. During a Time when the culture was vulnerable, a colorful
haired loud rapper by the name of Tekashi 6ix 9ine came up and brought a lot of energy
back to the city. After about a year or so of yelling over beats, and antagonizing
other artist all over the country screaming “Suck my d*%k”, he ended up falling just
as quick as he came up. What made matter worst is he came the biggest labeled
rat in the history of Hip-Hop. While that heat was simmering down another star out
of Brooklyn New York was brewing. Meet the Woo!

Rising star Pop Smoke born Bashar Barakah Jackson in Brooklyn
New York to a Jamaican mother and a Panamanian father began to make a name for
his self on the music scene. The young rapper and songwriter got his start in
April of 2019 when he released the song "Welcome to the Party", the
lead single of his debut mixtape Meet the Woo, which was released in July 2019 that
went viral with 28 million views to date. He was signed to Victor Victor
Worldwide and Republic Records. The song was later remixed by Nicki Minaj
and Skepta in August 2019 making his name even bigger on the music scene. Soon after he followed up with “DIOR”.

The Woo seems to be just getting started, and by they wave of the Woo, it looks like Pop Smoke will be bringing the hop-hop scene back to the essence of New York. The voice, the style, and the energy has allowed him to carry the city on his back with the support of New York top artist like 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj, Fabolous, Casanova and more. The 20 years old self acclaimed King of New York may have spoke his title into existence..

Check full article in issue #26 of Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine available in March of 2020.

Farewell to a King in the making "Leroy L. Phinazee" 1989-2019

On June 24th 2019, Leroy Phinazee was shot and killed in cold blood around 7pm in Harlem on 137th street on Lenox avenue. At the time of his death Leroy was only 29 yrs young. He was a father, a brother, a son, a friend and a king in the making. Unfortunately his life was cut short of his comings. The crazy part is he was killed only 2 blocks from where his father Big Lee was killed as well his uncle Big L was killed.

As most have heard about his recent demise from local news articles and social media farewell post, most wasn’t informed of his plans and what he had in the works. Leroy was a dedicated father and made it his business to take care of son who is an aspiring basketball player. Leroy did his best to attend every basketball game and take side line pix in support of his son. His son’s future was his main focus. I can recall us having numerous conversations on what we have to do for our kids so they have a better life than had. He wanted the best for his son by any means necessary. We would have debates on how expensive the basketball programs is in Atlanta vs. in New York. this was a topic we talked about on several occasions. .

Aside from the discussions about our kids we also was working on a project titled “Put It On” which is a film based on the life and death of his uncle Lamont Coleman Phinazee better known as the Harlem rap legend Big L. We’ve been working endless nights on the project for about 2 years and just finished the script up a few days before his passing. He was listed as the ex-producer and scheduled to portray his father also named Leroy Phinazee (Big Lee) in the film. This would have been his debut as an actor and as a film producer. During the course of us building the film we went to Los Angeles to rub elbows with the big names in the film industry and we built some great relationships with some great people. He enjoyed the grind. Things was just getting where we wanted them.

Leroy and Daze in Los Angles at The Staples Center

During the time we hit Los Angles we attend the Oscars, then a adult convention event at the Staples Center and a really dope party after the Oscars. We had a ball. I remember having a few drinks and Leroy was like, “Yo bro you good? You know you gotta get it us back to our room right, I ain’t driving out here in LA, my license suspended ”. LOL. I remember driving up the Hollywood hills one early morning and Leroy sat in the back on the passenger side with the window crack half way. He was like “ Yo bro be careful driving on this shit, feels like we about to drive right off. Keep your eyes on the road”. Lol. We laughed at how serious he got the closer we got to the edge. I’m not going to lie, it was scary but it was a beautiful site to see once we got to the top. We all enjoyed the priceless view at the top of Hollywood.

Leroy at the top of the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles 2019

Every body that knew Leroy would tell you, Leroy wasn’t into the night life at all. No drinking no smoking none of it. He always move with direct purpose. When he came to ATL to visit me with his god father James we hit up a few spots. I would take them on set of a Love and Hip-Hop taping where he met a few of the cast members and we would go to my magazine headquarters downtown Atlanta to go over the movie details. This Big L movie was coming along great. A lot of people from the inner circle wasn’t so supportive of the film but Leroy always said “if they ain’t contributing to what we doing then fuck them, make that shit work best way you can. Stop waiting on these niggaz to get involved”. And that’s how we moved on making this project, and that’s how we going to continue to move until it hits theaters.

From right: Daze, Shan, Leroy, James and Rock at the Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine headquarters in Atlanta

Leroy is definitely going to be missed. This is a major lost to the family and friends that loved him however no one compares to the lost and pain his son must be feeling. As far as the film, we going to continue with the project as best as we can. We were making a few adjustments to the completed script the day Leroy was killed. He will definitely be honored in the film. His main thing with this film was to get it done by any and all means necessary and get to the next project. I won’t speak on what vision he had for the next project publicly but he had a lot in the works and with the blessings of the Phinazee family we will be able to bring his vision to life on the big screen. You will forever be in our hearts and we will honor your legacy Lil Lee. Rest In Heaven my friend. - Jesse (Daze) Swindell

James, Daze and Leroy in Atlanta

Leroy and his son

Daze at the Big L mural where the candles are postioned to say Leroy

The 1st annual Bike Show at the Venue Night club presented by Blood Line was a Hit

May 11th, 2019 we kicked off the 1st annual Bike Show at the Venue. According to the Weather Channel the day prior, it was said to be 100% chance of rain. Los, who was the head promoter of the event and spoke person for Blood Line Riders assured the team the weather will clear up in time for the bike show. It was shaky, but we followed Los’ lead and just as he stated the weather cleared up right on time for the Bike Show to start.

In attendance was our inhouse radio D.J. King D, Daze, Rock, a few models, our in-house photographer Phew, and even Daze’s pops Shannon came down from New York to enjoy the festivities. The event was hosted by Yung Joc, Lil scrappy from Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta plus Greg Street and Bubby Love of V-103. The event featured 100’s of customized bikes and lots of women. The event started off a little slow due to the weather scare but gradually picked up once the sun showed who was superior. Fun in the sun in the presence some of the most exotic bikes Atlanta’s ever seen. Vendors showcased their products while some provided food and other entertainment to keep viewers and bystanders’ eyes balls occupied.  Venue is known for its beautiful woman on staff, and some of the woman took the time to step outside to serve the guest Hookah. The event got better and better as the day went on. Keep on reading and I’ll show you what I mean.

As I said, the night got better and better the later it got. The alcohol started to kick in and more bikes began to pull up. Even though it was a bike show you would think it was a concert from all the celebrities that pulled up along with the latest music being played by the DJ duo. It was a great night over all. Just to think if we had listened to the weather channel none of this would have taken place. At the end of the event Yung Joc presented awards with some cash the best bikes based on categories while telling a few jokes here and there giving the crowd a reason to wait on his every word till the next bike is presented. I’ll let the rest of the photos tell you the rest of the story. One thing I’ll say is damn, Los put on one hell of a show. Can’t wait to the next one. Peace.

Slain rap icon Nipsey Hussle's memorial service will air live on BET Thursday

BET NETWORKS TO BROADCAST AND STREAM LIVE COMMERCIAL-FREE COVERAGE OF BELOVED LA RAPPER AND ACTIVIST NIPSEY HUSSLE 'S 
ENTIRE FUNERAL SERVICES ON-AIR AND ONLINE

“BET REMEMBERS: NIPSEY HUSSLE” TO AIR  ON BET AND STREAM ON BET NEWS’ FACEBOOK PAGE
https://www.facebook.com/NewsBET/ THURSDAY, APRIL 11 AT 1 PM ET

#BETRemembersNipsey

NEW YORK, April 10, 2019 – Grammy-nominated rapper, entrepreneur and advocate for his native South Los Angeles, Nipsey Hussle was beloved globally. From his chart-topping hits to the consistent investment of his earnings into his Los Angeles neighborhood, the nation mourns the passing of Nipsey. BET Networks will commemorate his life and legacy by broadcasting Nipsey’s funeral service in its entirety beginning Thursday, April 11 at 1 PM ET on BET and BET Digital. BET’s commercial-free, live coverage, “BET REMEMBERS: NIPSEY HUSSLE,” will be anchored by BET News’ Marc Lamont Hill who will be joined by entertainment journalist, Gia Peppers.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Nipsey Hussle.  Nipsey is part of the BET family and first appeared on the Network in 2009 in a Hip Hop Awards cypher, we share this loss with his millions of fans around the world.  From his insurmountable talent to his commitment to reaching back to underserved communities Nipsey’s kind spirit will be sorely missed.  We will keep his entire family as well as our BET sister, Lauren London in our thoughts and prayers during this immensely difficult time.” Connie Orlando, Head of Original Programming, BET Networks.

For up-to-the-minute details on Nipsey Hussle’s services including video and editorial content, please visit BET.com and follow @BET & @BETNews for the latest news and developments.

Nipsey Hussle memorial service slated for Thursday at Staples Center, according to report

LOS ANGELES (FOX 5 DC) - A memorial service for slain rapper Nipsey Hussle will be held this week at the Staples Center, according to reports.

According to TMZ, the service will take place Thursday morning, and tickets for the event will be sold through a website. 

The 33-year-old rapper was shot dead last Sunday outside of his clothing retail store Marathon Clothing Company in Crenshaw.

His death sent shockwaves throughout the hip hop community.

Hussle was born and raised in the Crenshaw neighborhood of South Los Angeles.

The father of two opened the shop back in 2017.

The rapper broke on to the U.S. Billboard's Hot 100 when he was featured on fellow rapper YG's 2012 hit "Snitches Ain't" with Tyga and Snoop Dogg. Nipsey Hussle's debut studio album Victory Lap was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2019. Cardi B ended up winning the Grammy Award for her album Invasion of Privacy.

The man suspected of shooting him, Eric Holder, was arrested Tuesday and pleaded not guilty on Thursday.Holder has been charged with murder and two attempted murder charges over the Sunday's attack on Hussle and two other men 

The Power of Influence awards celebrates Atlanta's royalty

Atlanta was on fire this weekend during the Super Bowl festivities. Celebrities from all over the country came to the city dubbed to be the Black Hollywood to chime in on the action taking place in the city. While others were in town visiting Atlanta was taking care of its own by producing The Power of Influence Awards hosted by 9x Grammy award winner Bryan Michael- Cox. The event took place February 1st at Coco Studios located on the North/West side of Atlanta. Some of the biggest names in the industry that came out of Atlanta was in the building representing for the natives and their body of work including Monica, T.I. , Jermaine Dupri, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Bryan Michael-Cox and a host of others. The event was photographed by celebrity photographer Nina better known professionally on the gram as @Karetova. Check out some of the highlights through the night. And when you see @Karetova out in the city be sure to get your photo taking. She’s sure to get you that winning shot.

Super Bowl 2019 weekend in Atlanta's hot spot Oak lounge with 50 Cent and Kevin Hart

The Super Bowl is unequivocally the biggest sporting event of the year. I’m not a die hard sports fan, but I enjoy all the festivities that come with the excitement. While the big game is obviously the most hyped-up and important part of the festivities and excitement that surround it, this contest is a spectacle much larger than football itself and the parties that are thrown for it are much more affordable than the finite amount of game tickets floating out there that are very difficult to come by.

For starters, Feb.2nd Saturday evening Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine made way down to Oak, a hot lounge located in the heart of Atlanta to check out hip-hop icon 50 Cent and the King of comedy himself Kevin Hart. First off let me tell you guys a little about Oak. Oak is Atlanta’s newest, upscale, 4-level entertainment complex in Downtown Atlanta. The venue boasts the most envied views of the city, mesmerizing interior aesthetics, incomparable attention to detail and a customer experience like no other. Great place to turn up amongst the elite.

Upon entering the venue, the crowd was real smooth and relaxed. The drinks wasn’t so good, but after a few of them, it did the trick. We wouldn’t recommend the Long Island’s lol. Anyway, after the headliners showed up the place went in an uproar. 50 Cent, accompanied by his boy Monster and his entourage. Also in his section was DJ Envy. As always 50 was a man of the people. Taking picture with fans, embracing fellow entertainers and over all just showing love to the city of Atlanta while promoting his new BMF series and the launching of his new cognac Branson. Just across the room, sitting on the edge of his section’s balcony was Kevin Hart. Kevin is truly a dope individual, and definitely humbled and down to earth. Not sure if it was the countless bottles popping or the flavored hookah but he was cool as a fan. Surrounded by beautiful woman and his entourage, he wasn’t segregated from the environment like how most A list celebrities are in public. Fans gathered around to take photos and share a few laughs with the icon which he was more than willing to do. He even shared a few laughs with us while we sat just a section over next to him. Also in attendance was Hip-Hop legend Too Short, fellow comedian Michael Blackson, Renee Graziano from Mob wives, HitMan holla from Wild N’ Out,  and a list of others. Check out some of the photos and do check out Oak if your visiting the Atlanta area. Tell them SG Magazine sent you!

Is Tekashi 6ix 9ine the King of the new NEW YORK? by MJ Savino

One of the hottest topics worldwide is Tekashi 6ix 9ine, with the latest being the crown of New York Hip Hop he declares to own.  Let me begin by sending a born day salute to the father of Hip Hop, DJ Kool Herc. If we are discussing crowns and titles of New York it is only fair to mention the creator of Hip Hop. I won't drill the younger generation with a history lesson, although they can highly benefit from one. 

We associate the word King with ruler, leader, a man who can unite people for a greater cause based on his own accolades. Does 6ix 9ine fit this role as King? What has he contributed to Hip Hop? How has the big apple shone since his stance?  Some claim the older generation are stuck in the 90's era of Hip Hop. I beg to differ. We are true to the culture of Hip Hop and its subculture of Boom Bap, storytelling, and conscious rap. Hip Hop is not music, that is only one element. Can the younger generation name the five elements of Hip Hop? Can 6ix 9ine? Music, dance, graffiti, deejaying, and knowledge fuse together for Hip Hop. Can fans honestly say he is an authentic representation?

I'm not here to take anything or any success away from 6ix 9ine. His image is targeted to a certain age group. An age group that is vulnerable and seeking an out from school, parents, teenage struggles, and finding themselves. In that sense, yes 6ix 9ine might fit the bill as King. He offers that carefree, eccentric, and flashy lifestyle that most teens are drawn to. Unfortunately, that's all they choose to see. Do they acknowledge the gang references? Do they acknowledge the degrading of young adolescent females? Do they acknowledge the disrespect to our forefathers who created the foundation of Hip Hop? Does his music offer motivation, or even talk about real life issues that the younger generation can relate to? 

Read full article in Issue #20 of Scrilla Guerillaz  Magazine

Q&A's with Heru Neter: Why is K-ShiRe the next household name?

Q)For those that don't know where are you from and what do you do?
A)I'm originally from New Orleans but currently between Atl and the DMV. As an artist/entertainer i have the ability to rap,sing, dance, and write songs. I make music thats true to who i am and for the turn up since im all about energy like most great entertainers like MJ and Prince.

Q)What does music do for you spiritually and what type of impact do you plan to make with it?

A)Music gives me life and helps me to cope with my PTSD from 2 tours in Iraq while serving in the U.S. Army. As far as spirtually i believe my gifts come directly from above and truly believe i cant do it without God!

Q) Where did you get the name K-Shire and what role did Scrilla Guerillaz Magazine play in getting you this far?
A) I used to live in Hollywood Cali and went by K-Wurk when I was moving thru the industry then. Long story short I lost myself and had to step away to ground my faith in God and figure out my purpose. The K is for Kevin the Shi for Shilo and the Re for reborn. Kevin Shilo is my government name lol and K-ShiRe represents my growth and rebirth as a person and artist. Daze one the CEOs of Scrilla Guerillaz along with Stevie J honestly put me in the position I'm in right now and the situation with Empire which is huge for me aswell as being one of the lead consultants in my career and this campaign for my debut single "Pinocchio"

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Q) Talk about your main inspiration and what motivates you to make moves in the game.
A) I've been inspired by so many things and people but if i had to pick i would say God number one and the fact that i see a need for my music in this world. I know its so much bigger than me and in general i cant help but create its such a vital part of my existence if that makes any sense lol.

Q) How much does the politics and the social climate effect your music? Would you write a song about mass shooting why or why not? 

A) It definitely weighs heavy on me bc alot of todays issues being an African American male im affected by but more than pointing a finger i would expose the underlying issues in music. My goal is not to segregate or alienate but encourage and inspire people.

Q) Top 5 greatest rapper dead or alive.

A) Tupac, Kendrick, Bg, Drake, Lecrae in my opinion lol

Q) Talk about three ultimate goals you have and how you plan to achieve them. 

A) One to put out atleast one full studio album. Two impact people all over the world and make a real difference. Three live a life that God willing gets me into heaven.

Q) Give us some facts on "Pinocchio" how long did it take to create the Music Video and was the track aimed at anyone in particular?

A) The song concept is just a creative way of addressing the many puppets in todays industry/social media and i call them Pinocchios bc i can see them clear as if they nose grow round me. The video took a few hours it was a quick viral performance video to get people familar with me and the record. Lol no the track wasnt singling anyone out just addressing it as a whole but ofcourse coming from my personal experience in this industry.

Q) You're a feature away from being a household name. What feature would take you to that level and do you have any future plans to feature some big names?

A) Im not really sure as it would be upto the people how far the record goes but a few artist i would love to collab with are August Alsina, Lecrae, and Kendrick. Currently no big features in discussion as of today lol. Tomorrow might be a different story.

Q) What more can fans expect from you before the year is up?

A) The next 3 months will be focused on pushing my single and the campaign so ill be doing alot of shows and press in various cities. I have another record I want to drop just for the fans but not sure if it will be ready before the year up.

Q) One piece of advice for the upcoming artist hoping to get into the industry. 

A) Do your research. There is a multitude of sources these days with the internet and also be humble. Humility goes a long way. I would also say know what you are in it for, if u stand for nothing you will fall for anything.

Q) Where can the people find out more about you?

A) If you google my stage name you can see other interviews and such things I've done and also on my social media Mostly ig @WatchMeWurk_ and my soundcloud where  all my music that might not be on other major platforms.

Looking to get in the Music Business as a Indie Artist? Read This First..By: Lordikim

To all my fellow independent songwriters/producers I urge you to never allow sites like Tunecore.com, CDbaby.com, revernation.com, etc. to administer your publishing.  They are all thieves.  All of them.  They will stealyour money and it's nothing you can do about it.  They are only good for getting you on itunes, Spodify, Padora, etc..and for monetizing your youtube videos on your youtube account so that you can get paid off your views.  If you are releasing your music independent set up your own website and sell it through there.  Have your fans buy directly from you.  And prior to your music being released/published you should set up a BMI, ASCAP or SESAC account to keep track of your spins/plays.  That's it.  Don't ever....I repeat ever allow anyone to administer your publishing (especially if they're not paying you) or you will be ripped off without a shadow of doubt.  Publishing and owning your Masters are King in the music business.  Never forget that.  Once you sign a contract that allows someone to administer your publishing you will get screwed. 

Hip-Hop Artist Zues better known as Lordikim

Let me give you an example.  Say you have a really good record and a company wants to use your song in a movie/video game/TV show, etc.  You'll get paid a Masters fee, a publishers fee and a songwriting/producers fee.  If you sign over your administrative rights then the person you signed it over to is not obligated to show you the deal and can hide income from you because he no longer needs your signature to close the deal since you already gave him the rights to administer your publishing rights for you.  If you don't sign over those rights then your signature is needed which means you get to see the contracts.  Most companies won't do business with you unless you allow them to administer your publishing and in that case you should have it put in writing that you "must see every deal/contract or it's a breach of contract.  Only a person that's trying to get over on you will not want you to see the contract.  Peace!!!

All Eyez On Me: The Making of the Tupac Biopic

 “ALL EYEZ ON ME” is the fourth studio album by Original rapper 2Pac Tupac Shakur, released on February 13, 1996 under Death Row Records and distributed by Interscope Records.

The album is frequently recognized as one of the crowning achievements of the 1990s rap era. The album featured the number one singles "How Do U Want It" and "California Love". It featured five singles in all the most of any of Tupac albums. “ALL EYE’Z ON ME” (which was the only Death Row release to be distributed through PolyGram by way of Island Records) made history as the first full length hip-hop solo double album released for mass consumption. It was issued on two compact discs and four LPs. This was also the last album under Death Row to be labeled G-Funk record, as G Funk wouldn't exist after Daz Dillinger's album in 1998.

“ALL EYE’Z ON ME” was the second hit album from 2Pac to reach number one on both the Billboard and the R&B/Hip-Hop charts. The album won the 1997 Soul Train Album of the Year. Tupac also won the Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist at the 24th Annual AMA’s and is also commonly referred to as one of the greatest hip hop/rap albums of all time. The album was certified Diamond by the RIAA on July 23, 2014.

        Actual photo : Tupac Shakur's New York State  Department Of Corrections ID

As you know one year before in October of 1995, Marion Suge Knight and Jimmy Iovine paid the $1.4 million bail dollars necessary to get Tupac released from Clinton Correctional facilities on appeal which Madonna was going to put up, because at the time Pac was destitute and unable to make bail. “All EYE’Z ON ME” was released following an agreement between Knight and Tupac Shakur which stated Pac would make three albums under Death Row Records in return for them paying his bail. Fulfilling part of Tupac's brand new contract, that was as thin as the loose leaf paper it was written on… This double album served as the first two albums of his ludicrous three album deal.

Demetrius Shipp Jr. as Tupac Shakur

YES The Movie is finally being filmed I had a brief encounter with the lead actor Demetrius Shipp in LA at a Leila Steinberg event in 2012. Even then I thought it was uncanny the resemblance of Pac as if he had surgery or something, but reconsidered naaaaaah he was too young that was 5 years ago…  Anyway “All EYEZ ON ME” is the bio-pic and Demetrius Shipp Jr is the actor that has been chosen to play Tupac Shakur in the upcoming movie. James G and David Robinson producers/Morgan Creek is the film company, "Director Benny Boom and L.T. Hutton is another executive producer who is also key in piecing together this edgy silver screen adventure,” but I do know Shipp has been given the lead role as Tupac. Production of which was filmed in Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles of course.

Shipp's father worked in the music industry and is rumored to have produced a 2pac song “Toss It Up” which is how Demetrius met Pac as a child and "he's been a huge fan ever since. Demetrius was new to acting when I met him 5yrs. ago before landing the lead role, but his family already knew he was going to play Pac and told me they were going to put him in acting classes. Then the project was scratched. Again the talks surfaced again and him in the role based on his striking resemblance to the late Tupac Shakur. It’s also rumored he's been taking crash courses in acting four days a week to get ready for the part and that’s why the movie took so long to get started on production.

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This movie is supposed to follow Pac’s story through the entire life of Pac from the Black Panther days all the way through the shooting of Tupac on Koval & Flamingo which led to his untimely demise in 96…

Because they’re keeping everything under wraps it was hard getting the skinny on the key players however I’ve found out a little like ‘Kat Graham’ of the “Vampire Diaries” is rumored to have been cast to play Jada Pinkett she has filled that slot *BAM* ‘Jamal Woolard’ will play Biggie Smalls which is no surprise to me, because he played Biggie in the film “Notorious” about ‘Christopher Wallace’, and did a bomb ass job. ‘Stefon Washington is rumored to appear in the movie as Diddy. Danai Guira( The Walking Dead) will appear as a Young Afeni Shakur congratulations on your BLACK GIRLS ROCK award. ‘Dominick Satana’ is striking in his appearance as Marion Suge Knight.  The man known as Haitian Jack will be played by Cory Hardict. Lauren Cohen as Leila Steinberg, Jaime Hector as Mutulu Shakur, Clifton Powell, as an Inmate in Clinton Correctional Facility,

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“Side note” y’all know who Haitian Jack is right? He is most notably recognized as the guy who allegedly set Pac up with the hooker that cried rape and sent a brother to prison for sodomy.  What you don’t know is back Before Pac was signed to Death Row (Interscope Geffen A&M) signed Tupac after his smashing performance in the film “Juice” he put out 2pacalyse but Interscope didn’t kick in the funds like they should have, like they knew what he was worth, so it’s rumored that his fans approached him one day and blessed with all this gold jewelry. Allegedly ‘Haitian Jack’ was one of the fans, and said you don’t look like a superstar, you should be dipped in ice and gifted him with a mass amount of 14k gold chains, rings, watches, and medallions.

                                                Tupac (Center) Haitian Jack (Right) 

Allegedly sometime after 2Pac started getting some recognition from the film he did with ‘Janet Jackson’ “Poetic Justice” Haitian Jack figured it was time to withdraw from Pac like an ATM. However Shakur was like yo “you been hanging out with me blowing spices every night, and I’ve been treating y’all to a Rap superstar lifestyle, nobody has done that for you. V.I.P.  Everywhere all the babes you could fuck we should be even. Haitian Jack was reluctant and declined the proposition that’s when they fell on bad terms.

Y’all don’t know this but Haitian Jack is known as a big Shot caller in the streets of Brooklyn over all the West Indians, Jamaicans, Trinidadians, and Haitians. Allegedly the position was given to him by the Italian Mafia in Brooklyn. This means he owns the streets in certain parts of Bk, and if you’re a player on the streets and you’re West Indian you have to answer to him. That also meant Biggie Smalls as well.  If you remember in “Notorious” biggie tried to warn Tupac. When Christopher Wallace seen him with those dudes at a club in New York City, he was like “Yo Pac you know who that is, you need to be careful the people you hang around with them some serious dudes”.

Now if you look up (“Jimmy Rosemond” his government name) aka (Jimmy Henchmen his hood name) you’ll find out this guy allegedly helped (Haitian Jack) carve out a spot in the streets of a Brooklyn neighborhood with a lot of ruthless gunplay. These guys were street legends and known criminals on the streets.

One thing led to another with Jack and Shakur they engaged few yelling matches, so forth and so on, so Jimmy Rosemond and his goons ambushed the legendary rapper in quad studios, they got to jerking on them hammers and shot the brother for the jewels in question.

Okay back to the film… ‘Grace Gibson’ is rumored to be casted as Faith Evans… I love me some Faith don’t nobody better not say nuthin bad about Faith Evans… lmao…

I personally had to sit down with some of the known Outlawz Young Noble & E.D. I mean, who are playing themselves in the bio-pic, or I refused to write the story, and this is what they had to say about the bio-pic.

                 OutLawz : Hussein Fatal (Left) Young Noble (center) E.D.I. Mean (right)

To start the conversation I had to pay homage to Hussein Fatal & of course Tupac Shakur who passed on into the essence July of 2015, (Rest In Peace Hussein Fatal) Then what I asked Young Noble first was how far are they going back in this film? and he confirmed they’re going back all the way back to the Panther-21 and the lessons he learned from his mother Afeni and Mutulu Shakur, Geronimo Pratt, so as a treat you guys will finally get to sit at the kitchen table with Tupac as a kid while he learns his lessons, and see why he was such a prolific an emcee.

                      Demetrius on set  as young Tupac along side Director Benny Boom

While we were conversing Noble made it very clear he approves very much of the actor (Demetrius Shipp) in the role of Tupac. Young Noble says of young Demetrius has captured the different personalities that Shakur would exhibit and you know Pac was a Gemini so he had multiple personalities, and on top of that he was groomed in a day & time when you could count on black soldiers to be soldiers. There are so many different levels to Pac, he’s like a diamond so many different faucets you land on one level and you think that’s it with him, and surprise there’s another level. He continues with it’s obvious you can’t put 25 years into 2+1/2 hours, but they’re doing a hellava good job.

SG Magazine CEO DAZE (left) Dominic Santana as "Suge Knight" (center) KaraElyse (right)

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The Outlawz as a crew is significant in the life of Shakur from 1995 through Kadafi who is Pac’s half-brother, which they (The Outlawz) all grew up together in New Jersey. Now as far as the other Outlawz“Castro” didn’t want anybody playing him, and “Napoleon” lives in Saudi Arabia and is a devout Muslim, and you don’t use their likeness without their consent. He went on to say that Morgan Creek did hire Courtney James as Yaki Kadafi, and to play Hussein Fatal is a young man by the name of Jermaine Carter, and Rayan Lawrence as Treach of Naughty by Nature…

When asked about Leila Steinberg he says she approves of the making of the movie as they were shooting for 6 days a week for 4-5 months, and that’s how they’re getting it done. They shot the movie in three different stages of Pac’s life in one day, so he can go from a Gumby to a bald head in a matter of hours.

                                            Demetrius as Tupac on set in Vegas

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