Washington DC’s African Celebrities
Washington D.C. is famous for it’s politicians and powerplayers, but there is another side to it…a creative side teeming with scores of artists, musicians, models and designers who are meeting incredible success in their respective professions.
Take for example Wale, who has had an incredible ride, landing Lady Gaga on an song BEFORE his first major album. Tabi Bonney is another rapper putting Washington DC on the map with his incredible lyrical skills while honing his design skills with his own clothing line, Bonney Runway. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
The Tribeca Ball was in full swing at the New York Academy of Art, and Alek Wek, lent her beauty to the occasion.
Design Indaba showcased phenomenal designers in South Africa, including Soulchild, Carducci, I Love Leroy, Hip Hop, and Craig Native. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
Akon must be a type-A personality. I don’t know how one person can produce several albums, manage different artists, collect awards around the world, show up for a good cause, and still find time to make an appearance at different promotional events. He showed up at the Maranello Watch press release event, look sharp as ever.
Wale rocked the house with Ronson, and Marcus Samuelsson supported a good cause. Ledisi brought some Christmas cheer to Bryant Park. Tabi Bonney has launched his latest line from Bonney Runway. » Read more…
Wale Folarin – The Next Big Thing!
Rolling Stone says he has more crossover appeal than weed (oooh, that’s serious!), and he has been featured in several magazines including the New York Times, Boston Globe, Entertainment Weekly, Washington Post, Vibe, Complex, Hiphopgame.com, AllHipHop.com, Entertainment Weekly, and The Source.
Tabi Bonney – From Togo to DC
Tabi Bonney, born Tabiabuè Bonney, has been seen on VH1-Soul, MTV Jams, MTV 2, MTV U , MTV Africa, BET J, Music Choice, and Suckerfree MTV. His rap has a powerful message and he is proud to be from Washington DC. The son of a famous musician, Itadi Bonney, he couldn’t help but follow in the footsteps and pursue his love of music. Jamati caught up with him to discover what gives him the passion to do what he does.
Jamati: You were born in Lome, Togo to Itadi Bonney, a great musician in his own right. How much of an influence was he in your life, and how did it help direct your music? » Read more…
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July 14 - 17, 2010
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FACE Africa 1st Annual Gala
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Sixth Annual New African Films Festival
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RUNWAY LIBERIA: Silver Spring,MD
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