Paul Mooney Predicts the End of the World
February 4, 2010 by owner
Filed under Entertainment, Funny
Paul Mooney is many things. He’s a writer, producer, truth-teller and based on the title of his latest stand-up special, he might possess some psychic ability as well.
“It’s the End of the World,” Mooney’s hour-long Showtime
special, is not for the faint of heart. Nobody is safe from his wrath, including our Commander-in-Chief, and lest we forget to mention that the show was taped at a gentleman’s club. You’ll have to tune in to witness the shenanigans for yourself.
A living legend of the comedy game, Mooney–who has penned material for Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, and even created the loveably cynical clown by the name of Homey–was gracious enough to take our call during his mid-morning brunch. Between dodging his verbal jabs, we got him to open up about the current state of the world, his musings about the Chrihanna debacle and why he just can’t get over Tiger.
FE Media’s Interview with Mitch “Mitchy Mitch” Mathis by Calandria Somuah
January 25, 2010 by owner
Filed under Washington, DC Personalities
Interview with Mitch “Mitchy Mitch” Mathis
by Calandria Somuah (calandria@foreverentertainmentmedia.com)
Who says that you have to go to New York City to get nightlife? Washington, DC is brimming with hotspots and venues and promoter Mitch Mathis is putting the Nation’s Capital on the map as the center for nightlife. Forever Entertainment Media wants to know what makes him move and shake!
What exactly is DTNation.com and how does it operate?
DTNation does event marketing all over the Washington, DC area. The main focus is nightlife.
How did you get into promoting events?
When I was young, I played sports (basketball). When some of my friends got into the NBA and NFL I would do their events. I took a liking to it and that’s how I got into the game.
As I got older, I worked for different companies and decided to start my own. I worked at Debbie LeHardy & Company for a year and a half. In 2005, I did the Komen Global National Race for the Cure and I also constructed and executed President Bush’s non profit events (amongst other events). I then went to The Marriot and worked there for over a year.
After that I switched it up and started DTNation. Dream Team LLC is the actual name of the company. I started it in college. I exterminated it and revamped it in 2005. I have partners but I am the head man in charge.
Have you always had this much class?
Yes. (He chuckled)
How do you determine which place is at the top of the list? What do you look for in an establishment?
The main thing is ambience; looking for something different and an owner backing you. Those are key.
Have you sampled any of the foods and drinks on the menu?
I don’t drink liquor. The food at Park and Penang are great. I eat at Park a lot. Food is definitely something people should try. They have a variety of dishes and it is classy. Penang serves different type of dishes. It’s not like Chinese food. They have a mixture of Asian and Indian cultures. For example, they serve a whole fish as oppose to a portion.
What do you love about Washington, DC?
Diversity. The DC area provides an opportunity for anyone to become successful. There is equal opportunity for all.
Are you a native Washingtonian?
Yes. I was born in D.C. but raised in Maryland between Langley Park and Silver Spring. I went to High Point High School in Beltsville and attended University of Maryland in College Park majoring in economics.
FE Media’s Interview with “Brother Maniac”, hip-hop artist and founder of DMV Music Awards by Calandria Somuah
January 21, 2010 by owner
Filed under Washington, DC Personalities
FE Media Interview with “Brother Maniac”, hip-hop artist and founder of DMV Music Awards
-by Calandria Somuah (Calandria@foreverentertainmentmedia.com)
Can’t make it to The Source awards? BET is out of reach? Then support the DMV (D.C. Maryland Virginia) Awards show. Held every year in the Washington, DC area, The DMV showcases and promotes music artists who have yet to gain exposure into the music scene. There are 34 categories that include R&B, spoken word and media representation. Artists are nominated by the populace thanks to the efforts of Major “Brother Maniac” Cameron, founder of the DMV awards show.
Where were you born and raised?
Southeast Washington, DC. Graduated from Anacostia Senior High School.
How did you get into your profession?
In high school, I was in the marching band. I wrote my own music piece, as in music score, and presented it to the teacher. The teacher performed it on the trumpet and it was the sound I was looking for.
When was the DMV founded?
It was founded in 2006. The first awards show was in January 2007. I am a member of the Washington Area Music Association and they do the Wammie Awards. They do a great job but there are very few awards for hip-hop. The DMV focuses more on underground hip-hop culture putting artists out that aren’t getting airwaves. We try to highlight folks who haven’t made it yet.
How does the DMV have an impact on the Washington, DC community?
It brings artists together to network and collect items and money for the homeless. Hip-Hop for the Homeless is my pet project. The money and items that we collect, we make sure that it is given respectively to the community to distribute to the homeless. We are working on tour events outside of U.S. in London and Sydney.
Are the awards regularly held in PG County?
The last three were held in Prince George’s County. It is pretty much held in P.G. County.
What is your real name? How did you come up with “Bother Maniac”?
My real name is Major Cameron III. My father is Jr. and my grandfather is Sr. You get the picture? My dad was nicknamed “maniac”. I was called maniac because I was a music fanatic. I listened to different genres of music. I became serious about music as I got older. Maniac is also an acronym for Mainly Addressing Negative Information About Community because I am always doing things in the community.
How many countries have you visited?
My travels begin in the military. I have visited 12-13 countries in Europe, Middle East and Asia. I am working on going to Africa in December–talk of going to Liberia for a peace concert. I went to Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003-2005. Throughout my military career, I received 4 army accommodation medals; 4 army achievement medals; and one bronze medal. I spent a year in the army. I have toured with DJ Rob Base and E-Z Rock on the West Coast and Bone Thugs and Harmony. Most of the tours that I do are independent.
Have any of the artists gone on to other ventures?
Wale, who won best rapper in 2009, is signed to Roc Nation and did a major show with Jay-Z. This year Likeblood won for best rap group. They were on tour with Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. They did the music score for the movie Jazz in the Diamond District. Soulstice, from Germantown, MD, went to France to perform. They did nine shows for “Beyond Border”. And they were considered a nominee for a grammy. And Wayna, a female artist, was also considered for a grammy nomination.
I saw “Do the Big Mo” video on your website, which I loved. I thought it was great. Where was it filmed?
Most of it was filmed in Silver Spring at the Gallery Restaurant and Nightclub–90% of it shot there.
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Jay-Z Talks Eminem, Movies, ‘Mind-Blowing’ Meeting With Obama
January 14, 2010 by owner
Filed under Entertainment
It’s been said that Jay-Z paints pictures with his rhymes, so after delivering one of the most visual albums of his career with The Blueprint 3, Hov sat down to talk to noted film critic Elvis Mitchell in the new issue of Interview magazine. The Roc Nation superstar graces the cover of the February issue in a story titled “Jay-Z: Made in the U.S.A.”
The Brooklyn lyricist was as witty as ever in a long-ranging interview that touched on his movie influences, the trappings of Eminem’s and Kanye West’s fame and having pals in the Oval Office.
“For me, being with [President Barack] Obama or having dinner with Bill Clinton … it’s just crazy. It’s mind-blowing, because where I come from is just another world. We were just ignored by politicians — by America in general,” Jay explained.
Interview, co-founded in the late ’60s by Andy Warhol, is known for its eclectic pairing of interviewers and interviewees. Mitchell, a former New York Times film critic, has had a successful career as a movie commentator and hosts the radio show “The Treatment,” covering pop-culture and film. Mitchell was also a producer for “The Black List,” the HBO documentary that examined race and culture among a diverse cast of African-Americans.
The rapper spoke with Mitchell about his enduring run as a top MC. Through a film analogy, he discussed the Robert De Niro film “Once Upon a Time in America” — when Jay was younger, the actor’s character was a favorite of his, but in watching it as an adult he was unsettled by the portrayal. “Rap, for me, is like making movies, telling stories and getting the emotions of the song through in just as deep a way,” he explained.
Redskins interview assistant Gray
December 28, 2009 by owner
Filed under Washington DC Metro
The Washington Redskins have interviewed one of the team’s assistants for the head coaching position, the head of the group that monitors the Rooney Rule said Monday.
THE QUEEN MARY J. BLIGE SITS DOWN WITH ED LOVER & MALIKHA MALLETTE! LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW!
December 22, 2009 by owner
Filed under Entertainment
The Queen of R&B sits down with Ed Lover & Malikha Mallette to discuss her new album, “Stronger with Each Tear”, touching the hearts of her fans, Christmas wishes, fashion, The Obamas & more! Must-listen!
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Oprah to visit White House, interview Obamas for holiday special
November 30, 2009 by owner
Filed under Entertainment, Politics
Oprah Winfrey will interview President Obama and his wife, Michelle, next month for a 60-minute program to air before Christmas, the talk show host announced Wednesday.
“Christmas at the White House: An Oprah Primetime Special” will air at 10 p.m. ET December 13 on ABC, her Web site said.
“The intimate, informative and entertaining hourlong special will include a one-on-one conversation with the president, marking the first time Oprah has interviewed him since he took office, as well as an exclusive sit-down interview with the first couple,” it said.
The special “will showcase behind-the-scenes preparations as the White House gets ready for the holiday season,” the Web site said.
DJ 3-2-1 on 99.5 Jamz | Rihanna Interview Comments & Lil Ru Interview
November 10, 2009 by owner
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