That Chick: Mariah Carey-Due April 1

Mariah Carey has set April 1st for the release date of 'That Chick' Her follow up to 2005's monster, "Emancipation of Mimi". The album is said to keep Carey on the high of her last release, featuring production by Jermaine Dupri, Rodney Jerkins, and will.i.am, with guests and plus Damian Marley and T-Pain.
Dupri told Billboard: "It's kind of strange but I heard a lot of her records and it sound like the album is better than the last album."

1st Annual BET Honors

The BET Honors were taped Saturday, at Washington DC's Warner Theatre. The Black- Tie affair which will air on February 22nd, celebrated the best in entertainment, education, and business. Pics below.

NAACP Image Awards Nominees

Marvin Winans, Jill Scott, & Chrisette Michelle are amongst the nominees of the 2008 NAACP Image Awards. The ceremony will be broadcast live on February 14th on FOX networks. The night's theme is 'Stand Up and Be Counted', encouraging people to be mindful and effective during the current political, economic, and global civil rights climate. Musical genius Stevie Wonder will receive the prestigious Hall of Fame Award.

Nominee list

Michael Jackson London Showcase, Thriller Teaser

Michale Jackson is in talks to star in a month long review at London's O2 Arena, It is rumored to be 10 or 30 days and he should rake in roughly $30 million. This is to coincide with the 25th Anniversary Thriller release set for February 12th. The "King of Pop" is also said to be actively working on his upcoming album while readying his voice.

Thriller Video

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Marvin Winans- Grammy Nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album

Congratulations to Marvin Winans for his Grammy Nominated Album "Alone But Not Alone"!!
Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album

"Alone But Not Alone is a musical masterpiece that will be a topic of conversation for years to come." GospelFlava

"This is Marvin Winans at his most soulful—a great collection of elegant, top-notch R&B renderings that sound like nothing in the current contemporary gospel landscape." Christianity Today

"With superb production and Winans’ velvety, sincere singing, just about every one of the songs has crossover potential." the black gospel blogspot

Marvin Winans- You Just Dont Want To Know: Video



It was an absolute Honor working Pastor Winan's project, and I am excited to see this stellar album get the recognition it deserves. SDM

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Mary J. Blige- Album Release Party: Dream Big!!

I had the privilege of being invited to attend Mary J. Blige's star studded album release party at Manhattan's upscale Soho Grand last night. All of the cameras flashed outside, but inside was another story. How was it that, I rode the up elevator with John Legend and Mario, directly after Tank exited the same; Maxwell stood a few feet a way. My head went back and forth looking at the bevvy of celebrities in attendance. I actually touched the rich fur that covered Ms. Patti, and was within arms length from Mary.
As she sat talking to LL's wife Simone and Al Reynolds who tried to talk her ear off, you could see that she was tired but joyful, gracious, and human. I didn't want to ruin the calm excitement that filled the room and my spirit with an intrusive camera flash. Instead I can hold onto the memories as they keep me moving forward on my journey.
I know that Mary never knew that she would have a party in her honor with the likes of Woody Allen celebrating her. Just like I never knew that I would even be in the room with, much less interview some of my favorite artists. Well actually I did know, and Mary probably did too...deep down inside.

Never Stop! You never know where your Dreams will take you.
Dream Big & Work Hard...
Merry Christmas!
SDM

Growing Pains- In Stores Now
Come To Me (Peace)

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