You Think What?

Masterchef on FOX is brand new tonight and the competition heats up when the contestants are put to two daunting challenges by Gordon Ramsay and his fellow judges. We’ll see thirty contestants battle it out over onions and eggs, but who will have what it takes to make it through to the next round?

But seriously, has anyone noticed how well groomed and “beautiful” these finalists or contestants are? Are not these people supposed to be amateur cooks who are battling for a $250K plus book publication prize? In a country of over 300 million people, I’m pretty sure there were some extraordinary cooks who weren’t picture perfect like the ones who have made the cut so far. In fact only one, Avis White appears to be overweight with the rest looking like models from a Tommy Hilfiger catalogue. I mean come on…..in this day and age, shouldn’t we be giving the opportunities to the best cooks (if this is what this show is meant to offer) as opposed to who will make the best television drama? (more…)

Too bad 44 year-old Jamie C. (J.C.) France, the grandson of NASCAR founder Bill France, the son of Grand-Am founder Jim France; and cousin of Brian France chairman and CEO of NASCAR,  can’t turn back the hands of time to follow the example set by 12 year-old  race car driver, Gray Gaulding. Gaulding has amassed $20K in race winnings so far this year 2010, along with 10 first place wins out of a total of thirty starts.

According to his very supportive parents, the family relocated from Virginia to North Carolina to fuel his racing desires, Gray Gaulding began racing motor bikes at age three. (more…)

Entertaining guests at a party that you are hosting can be a challenge, so let’s look at some possible ideas. Firstly, and most importantly, you need music. There should be music at a party from start to finish. Exactly what you play will depend on the type of party you are having and the tone that you want to set, but you should generally start off with a low tempo and a low volume and steadily build it up. If you are working with a tight budget then CDs will be your only choice. A party with a DJ or a band is normally more fun and memorable though.

As well as having good music, it is a good idea to mix up your entertainment (more…)

Derrick N. Ashong,  he is sometimes known as D.N.A., a native of Ghana, West Africa, is the consummate renaissance man. He’s a Los Angeles based musician,  composer of music and lyrics, a writer, an actor, an activist, a singer and one of the founders of the band Soulfege.

The name of the group is pronounced ’sOl-fezh; it is derived from the musical term Solfege for the diatonic (“do-re-mi” ) music scale. Soulfege is a musical group, with D.N.A. as its lead singer, representing the diverse sounds of the African Diaspora. Derrick N. Ashong will be in Philadelphia performing with Soulfege at the World Cafe Live on Sunday July 11, 2010 at 7pm .

“Afro-Diasporic Groovalicious Funkadociousness!!!”

The band Solfege is lively, and spirited, founded by two singers and MCs who first met in a choir at Harvard University. The group is a refreshingly different and innovative addition to the  world of Urban Music. It has been described as

“…what you’d get if Bob Marley were jammin’ with The Fugees on a street corner in West Africa…”

They blend Hip Hop, Reggae, Funk and West African High-life. They are a musical act that is  enthusiastically approved by audiences; they have proven themselves to be a very popular Afropolitan fusion band that thrills audiences with its tight harmonies, powerful words, genuine musical artistry and sensitivity.

These musicians, educated at Harvard University, are the creators of “Take Back the Mic™,” a campaign to restore significant meaning to the music of today and to engage a new group of young people to seek and accept the role of leaders in our society.

Tickets are $10 advance; $15 day of show.  Contact World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104. Telephone 215-222-1400 for details.

Shawn R. Jones, the author of “Womb Rain”, her published debut collection of poetry, will be reading selections from the chapbook on Tuesday evening, June 15, 2010 at 7pm at Tastee D’s in Olde City Philadelphia.

Ms Jones, whose book of poetry is number 61 on FinishingLine Press’ New Women’s Voices, is one of the featured poets for the evening. There will be an open mike segment hosted by Raymond Tyler. A $7 fee is charged for non-featured artists who wish to read their creations.

If you can not attend the evening event you can find Shawn R. Jones’ first collection of poems at amazon. Order your copy today

If you love good poetry and you’re in the Philadelphia area on Tuesday evening, June 15, 2010 stop by Tastee D’s Restaurant in the Olde City section of the city, to hear our favorite New Jersey poet Shawn R. Jones as she reads poetic selections during the evening.

Ms Jones, a graduate of Rutgers University, is the author of Womb Rain, a chapbook collection of poetry (more…)

FinishingLinePress, that prestigious small press publishing entity located in the bluegrass country of Georgetown, Kentucky, has great news to announce.

“Dappled, smart and fluent, Tessa Kale’s poems make a lasting first impression. The Hudson Line is a bright window on the landscapes of the heart.”
~ J.D. McClatchy

First, it’s news of the Book of the Month featuring Yonkers, New York resident,  poet Tessa Kale. Ms Kale’s latest effort is her chapbook collection of poems in the title The Hudson Line.
(more…)

Virginia Tech sports, particularly football and basketball, are far more popular than ever. This could make acquiring tickets much more challenging for Hokie fans.

Virginia Tech football is bigger than ever. Frank Beamer has spent the last 15 years constructing the Hokies into a college football power. (more…)

Special Sunday evening treat from the Grammy Award winning vocal group Take 6 enjoy

Las Vegas has many various types of adult entertainment clubs. There are over 30 of them in the Las Vegas Valley. Some are small with one bar and stage. These small places usually have a local crowd and offer cheap prices. Other adult clubs are larger and nicer. They cater to locals and tourist alike and offer a classy atmosphere. Prices maybe on the high side but not too high. Then at last, Las Vegas has some of the most upscale adult gentleman’s clubs in the world. These upscale clubs are usually very large and can have over 400 dancers on a night. There could be 3 or more stage and bars. Numerous VIP rooms and of prices to match. These places are usual filled with tourists and offer first class treatment. One of those fine clubs is Treasure’s Gentleman’s Club in Las Vegas. (more…)