Music, Fashion and Sex in the City

Fashion - Kate Moss Honoured In Paris Exhibition

2011-05-11T22:12:00.002+01:00

An image of Kate by Mary McCartney

The career of renowned British supermodel Kate Moss will be honoured in a gallery exhibition at the La Galeri de L'instant in Paris. A collection of 25 images of Moss, shot by Bettina Rheims, Corinne Day, Paola Roversi and Mary McCartney will be displayed from Friday 13th May to 14th September.

The Galeri de L'instant in Paris said of the exhibition, "Despite a lack of interviews and a few scandals, [Kate Moss'] career has been a success and has set an example. She has inspired the biggest photographers of every generation as well as contemporary artists including Lucian Freud, Marc Quinn, Sam Taylor Wood. It is therefore only fair that we dedicate an exhibition to her, as her work with photographers has been so rich and varied."

So, it looks like a Eurostar trip over to Paris to indulge in some retail therapy is a must this summer and to catch a glimpse of the Kate Moss exhibition too of course!

A portrait of Kate taken by Bert Stren

Capturing Kate's natural Beauty by Paolo Roversi

Kate at Cafe Lipp shot by Arthur Elgort for Italian Vogue in 1993

Music- Remembering The Legend Bob Marley

2011-05-11T15:11:00.001+01:00

In tribute of the legend Nester Robert 'Bob' Marley who died on the 11th May 1981, it is only right that I post some of my favourite songs from Jamaica's most successful reggae artist. 'One Love' & Enjoy!

The Encore Sound - Lime Magazine

2011-04-14T14:37:00.006+01:00

Encore - Mark, Pierre and Cairo

Can I get an Encore do you want more? You will be roaring for more of Island Records new boy group Encore comprising of three handsome, talented singers and songwriters from London. Rapper Pierre Joseph, 23, Cairo Woodwood, 22, and noted songwriter 21 year-old Mark Asari, who has already penned songs Snap for Tinie Tempah and Sergeant Smash for Talay Riley. The release of their debut single Wind Up on Valentine’s Day is sure to unwind the hearts of girls aplenty and with a debut album set for release later this year – in the words of Jay-Z, ‘what the hell are you waiting for?’ Get ready to give Encore a standing ovation!

(Interview with Cairo)

1. How did Encore come together and why did you choose the name ‘Encore’?

We kept bumping into each other at industry parties and became friends. Then we had a session together at my place and the tracks came out pretty good so we went to Richard Castillo the manager of N-Dubz, played him the track and it went from there. As for the name of the group, I was listening to Jay-Z’s album and the ‘Encore’ track came on and I thought it was the perfect name.

2. What do you believe differentiates you from other boy groups?

We’re more edgy, we’re rough and we write our own songs, unlike other boy groups. We don’t classify ourselves as a boy band; we are a male group of individual artists that came together.

3. What do you plan to bring to the music scene that is new and how would you describe your sound?

A new fresh sound that’s different as we are not so polished and clean cut like everyone else. We want to bring that roughness; we cover all kinds of areas and different concepts. We don’t really have a specific name for our sound. We would say we have an Encore sound so you can put us on a Dubstep beat, an R n B or Hip-Hop beat and the formula we put on those beats is the Encore flavour. So right now we just call it Encore sound because we are versatile.

4. Have you written or co-wrote the songs for your new album?

Yes, we write most of our songs, we are all song writers so we all have an input.

5. What producers and artists have you collaborated with on your debut album?

We’ve worked with so many like Red One, Davinche, Marcus Jay he’s done stuff with Jessie J, Parker & James and Jerome Williams who did our first single Wind Up.

6. Your debut single Wind Up was released on Valentine’s Day. What is the song about and why did you decide to release it on that date?

The track is about being in a relationship with a girl that can’t make up her mind if she wants you there or not, so it’s just a ‘wind up, you need to make your mind up’. Obviously on Valentine’s Day people have arguments like ‘what you mean you only bought me 12 roses, I wanted 24’ things like that.

7. You have toured with N-Dubz and Chipmunk and Talay Riley what was that like?

That was amazing! The first time was at a festival in Nottingham, it was mad the crowd was amazing such a big crowd and a big vibe. We are looking forward to the N-Dubz tour that’s coming up too.

8. What artists would you like to collaborate with?

We have always been inspired by different individual artists, but as a group I would say Jessie J as she’s up and coming and is mad talented.

9. What is the most valuable lesson you have learnt about the music industry so far?

To be persistent, keep it original - consistent persistence.

Music: Music Stars Pressured to Donate Gaddafi Concert Payments To Charity

2011-03-03T16:36:00.000+00:00

Stars Under Pressure: Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Usher and Nelly Furtado

Following the recent uprising in Libya and the worldwide condemnation of leader Colonel Moammar Gadaffi. A number of famous singers such as Beyonce, Usher, Mariah Carey, Nelly Furtado and rapper 50 Cent have recently come under fire from music peers and the media for pocketing millions received from concert performances for the Libyan dictator and his family. Singer Nelly Futardo was first to announce on Twitter on the 1st March that she recieved $1 million for a private performance for Gaddafi's family in Italy in 2007 and will now be donating the money to charity, although she has yet to specify which charity.

The following day, Beyonce's rep issued a statement claiming that although Beyonce performed at Gaddafi's family New Years Eve party in 2009 all payment in the region of $2 million was donated to help the eathquake relief in Haiti at the time. Although, at the time, this was never made public and Beyonce has never commented on the star-studded celebrations before, which included hubby Jay-Z, Usher and Lindsay Lohan. Beyonce's rep Yvette Noel-Shure spoke to the Associated Press stating, "Once it became known that the third party promoter was linked to the (Gaddafi) family, the decision was made to put that payment to a good cause."

Reports also suggest that the US State Department has confirmed that Mariah Carey, 50 Cent and Timberland received payments for private concerts organised by Gadaffi's son, Mutassim Gaddafi. As yet there have been no comments or confirmation form these artists to suggest that payments from the Libyan dictators private concerts have been donated in full to charitable causes. It is also worth mentioning that just because a singer or their publicist states that monies were donated to charity, unless a receipt is provided, in my opinion, that is all it is, a statement, not a fact.

I also find it hard to believe that none of these artists knew the history surrounding Libya and the dictatorship of Colonel Gadaffi prior to signing the dotted lines for the millions they would receive in payments. I gather that whether they knew or not the million dollar payments were enough to convince them to turn a blind eye and boost their bank balances. I also find it bewildering that neither Beyonce or Nelly Furtado considered donating their payments back to the citizens of Libya or a likewise charity, since presumably it is these people that were robbed initially to pay their concert payments in the first place.

Music: Jennifer Hudson Premiers New Video for 'Where You At'

2011-02-27T20:08:00.001+00:00

Jennifer Hudson I Remember Me Album Cover

Vocal powerhouse Jennifer Hudson recently premiered the new video for her new single Where You At as well as her sexy, svelte new figure. The song is the first single from her second album I Remember Me set for UK release on the 25th April 2011. The video, directed by Anthony Mandler sees the songstress returning to her hometown of Chicago, where in recent years she has suffered much personal tragedy, but also drew inspiration from for the album title. The single, co-produced and written by R.Kelly flaunts Hudson's soaring vocal range over a soulful chord driven instrumental.

The singer showed her excitement about the release of her new album at the recent Annual Essence magazine Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon in Beverly Hills, California when she said , "I'm excited about this album because it's almost like a renewal for me, reflected through the chapters of my life. I've called it I Remember Me because of the journey I've been on. I've learned that life constantly surprises you, no matter your plans. My fans have been so loyal, I feel like they have been on this journey with me and I can't wait for them to hear the new album."

Check out the video below:

Music: Floetry's Marsha Ambrosius drops debut album

2011-02-24T02:32:00.000+00:00

Marsha Ambrosius debut solo album Late Nights & Early Mornings

We all fell in love with the soulful voice of Marsha Ambrosius as the singing half of the Floetry duo back in 2000 when their debut album Floetic debuted to great critical acclaim. With classics such as Say Yes and Getting Late, the album secured four Grammy nominations. The second album Flo'Ology soon followed in 2005 and with creative and personal differences flowing between them, the duo soon parted ways to pursue solo careers.

The former Brit School student, Marsha's debut album Late Nights & Early Mornings is destined to become a classic, set for release on the 28th February in the UK, the album will certainly propel her into the legions of the best mainstream female artists the UK has to offer like fellow Brit attendees, Adele and Jessie J. Artists and producers featuring on the debut album include, Alicia Keys, a reunion with Dre and Vidal (producers of Say Yes), Just Blaze and Focus.

Since departing from Floetry, Marsha has continued to garner a name for herself not only as a singer with an incredible vocal range and ability, but as a very talented songwriter and producer, penning Butterflies for the late Micheal Jackson among other hits for artists such as Alicia Keys, Jamie Foxx, Justin Timberlake and Nas to mention a few.

Marsha cites icons such as Stevie Wonder, Prince and of course Michael Jackson as inspirations for her songwriting stating that, "My pen and my point of view has a certain aggression to it because I've listened to a lot of male influenced music, which I think makes me one of the most outspoken writers out here. Sometimes as a woman you don't wanna say what's on your mind for fear of being judged. But why wouldn't I say it like that if that's how I felt?" I couldn't agree more, and this mentality has certainly worked for her as she has earned an astonishing six Grammy nominations and has also been honored by BMI as their Songwriter of the Year.

I have already pre-ordered a copy of the album which I am sure will be taking me through Late Nights & Early Mornings aplenty.

Pre-order yours now with free delivery for only £8.93 at Amazon via the link below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nights-Early-Mornings-Marsha-Ambrosius/dp/B0044HLA7W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1298514146&sr=1-1-spell

Fashion: Italian Vogue's All Black Everything

2011-02-23T17:51:00.004+00:00

Italian Vogue recently showcased a revolutionary spread featuring all black models in haute couture garments from a multitude of the finest designers for the February 2011 issue of the magazine entitled Black Allure. The shoot was directed by Vogue Italia's esteemed Editor-in-Chief, Franca Sozzani, who said the shoot was, "in admiration with the richness and fullness of black female beauty."

Photographed by Emma Summerton and styled by Edward Enningful the shoot pays homage to the 1920's Harlem renaissance era with finger waves, and the models draped in fringing and opulent furs. Featuring top black models such as Ajak Deng, Chanel Iman, Jourdan Dunn, Joan Smalls, Kinee Diouf, Melodie Monrose,Mia Aminata Niaria, Alenis Sosa Pena, Rose Cordero and Sesilee Lopez. Summerton commented that, "To some people of the opposite race and maybe not fashion related, they sometime think and say, 'what is all the fuss? Why are we still talking about race?'’ They sometime say, 'enough is enough..won't we leave it alone.' Some even think it is reverse racism to care to have an all black model story or runway show. That of course is laughable."

Sozzani has continually set a presidence with black models in the magazine by previously featuring the legendary July 2008 Black Issue and July 2009 special supplement Black Barbie Issue. An all black sub-website for Vougue Italia soon followed called Vogue Black which features black beauty in all of the arts. Hopefully other mainstream magazines from the dominant countries of the world will take note and follow suit in showcasing black beauty with such great reverence. As this is by far the most beautiful fashion spread I have ever seen!

To view Vogue Black visit: http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black

Fashion: Channel 4 New Series - Premier Models Agency

2011-02-23T16:05:00.002+00:00

The Model Agency premiers tonight on Channel 4 at 10pm and promises to showcase inside the offices of the leading models agency Premier Model Management to reveal the realities of life in the world's most glamorous industry. Renowned worldwide for launching the careers of top models such as Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Claudia Schiffer.The new series will follow the bookers, scouts and models of the agency during the hectic weeks of Show Season. Make sure you tune in if you love all things fashion!

Fashion: Net-A-Porter Launches Mr Porter

2011-02-23T15:28:00.005+00:00

Junya Watanabe Two Button Jeresey Style Blazer £830

Acne Mic Rigid Straight Jeans £150

Balenciaga Leather High Top Sneakers £345

Mulberry Medium Clipper Holdall Bag £460

Leading online fashion portal to millions the world over, Net-A-Porter.com has launched it's equivalent in mens fashion with Mr Porter.com. Now ladies will be able to fashionably dress their gentlemen or indeed direct said gentelmen to what will certainly be the hub for all that is fashionable for men. With the ability to shop from an edited selection of the world's best menswear designers, such as Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Burberry and Lanvin, as well as specialist brands including John Lobb, E Tautz and Lock & Co there is something to maketh an unfashionable man into a stylish man, and a stylish man into a luxurious adonis of fashion, thus there is something available for every man!

http://www.mrporter.com/

Fashion: Beyonce's Black Face Homage to Fele Kuti

2011-02-23T14:39:00.010+00:00

Beyoncé in black face in L'Officiel Magazine

Pop sensation Beyoncé has come under fire for a black faced photoshoot paying tribute to Fela Kuti, a revered Nigerian multi-instrumentalist musician and human rights activist for the French magazine L'Officiel de la Mode's 90th anniversary issue. Adorned in full African inspired dresses and jewellery by top designers, including Gucci, Azzedine Alaia, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Cartier, Lanvin, and a design by Beyonce's mother Tina Knowles.

L'Officiel set the record straight on the matter by claiming that Beyoncé mentioned the artist Fela Kuti in an interview as one of her musical inspirations and said that this was later misquoted as the inspiration for the shoot. When in fact the inspiration for the shoot was conceived as using art and fashion in paying homage to African queens.

L'Officiel magazine stated, "We would like to clarify that it is not the case. As for the artistic makeup, the inspirationn came from several African rituals during which paint is used on the face. We find the images beautiful and inspiring. L'OFFICIEL is very proud to present its March issue featuring Beyoncé. A queen, a goddess, Beyoncé is a bombshell beauty with a divine voice. We're thrilled she's opening a season of celebrating the 90th anniversary of L'Officiel de la Mode."

Now, one could say why not use a model such as Alek Wek with the desired black hue for the shoot, instead of blackening a light-skinned Beyoncé. Also, L'Officiel state that paint is used on the face during African rituals which is true but in my opinion, I doubt it is used in such a 'minstrelsy' inspired way by fully blackening the entire face. Equally, the songs, dances, skits, and stagecraft of the 19th century American black face minstrel shows were neither artistic, fashionable or entertaining to black people during the 19th century and it certainly is not entertaining or artistic today in the 21st century.

Obviously, these are just my opinions, let me know yours..

Fashion - Nike Dunks on High Heels

2011-02-05T02:03:00.001+00:00

Womens Nike Dunk SB High Heels Aqua Black White Silver

Womens Nike Dunk SB Heels Low White Gold

Womens Nike Dunk SB High Heels Black Yellow

Womens Nike Dunk SB Heels Low Yellow Grey Red Gold White

Womens Nike Dunk SB High Heels Yellow Black

I'm not one for wearing any form of trainers or sneakers unless I am partaking in some form of exercise - which is a rarity! Nonetheless, Nike have realised a gap in the market and have created the Ladies Nike Dunk High Heels which are right up my high heeled loving street. When I first layed eyes on these diva-esque Dunk's, I genuinely had that Carrie Bradshaw SATC shoe fetish moment - I'm sure you have had them too when your eyes caste upon a sexy pair of shoes. These Dunk High Heel heavenly shoes would add a touch of glam to any understated outfit such as a skinny jean and t-shirt combo - and I'm sure they will go down well with impressing the guys on the basketball court too (I wouldn't attempt dunking any balls whilst wearing them though) - it's casual street but oh so sexy! Prices range from £62.20 - £73.97.

I will definitely be getting my hands on a pair of Dunk's pronto!

Get your Dunk's here: http://www.airyeezystock.net/nike-dunk-sb-low-heels-c-174.html?page=1&sort=20a

Sex in the City - Where's My Valentine?

2011-02-05T00:04:00.076+00:00

All the single ladies put your hands up! Valentines Day is yet again approaching and like myself and many of my beautiful, intelligent girl friends - We have yet to find a Valentine. We shall walk past Clinton Cards and the like with the same sense of dismay and want. Dismayed that we have yet to find an eligible bachelor and wanting an eligible bachelor to share our time with. We ask ourselves, where have all the good men gone? Don't get me wrong, we all get approached by men but not the right man. Some of us ladies have even succumb to researching ways to improve our understanding of men and most importantly our understanding of ourselves.

A book of great reference for my friends and I, which might I suggest you buy as a present for yourself this Valentines Day is Steve Harvey's 'Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man. Now, my friends and I have read and referred to said book as if it were a text book for a bachelor's degree in attracting a good man, and have attempted, with generally much success, to implement certain suggestions into our courting and more significantly, being courted by men.

In Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man Mr. Harvey discusses the three month abstinence rule - that of abstaining from full sexual relations with any man that you are dating for three whole months, if you wish for him to remain as a permanent feature in your life as your man and partner. Now, as extreme as this might

sound it will distinguish the 'Sports Fishers' from the 'Keepers'. Meaning, you will soon discover who is simply 'fishing' for many different women and who is actually looking for a 'keeper' to keep and hold onto in the long run. Once you have mastered 'Act Like A Lady Think Like |A Man, you might wish to progress to the follow up title, 'Straight Talk, No Chaser: How to Find, Keep and Understand a Man', also by Steve Harvey.

Here's hoping that with these two books in your possession by the time Valentine's day 2012 comes around, you will most likely have a 'Keeper' who is willing to or has already - put a ring on it!

Get your Steve Harvey Valentines gifts by clicking the links below:

http://www.amazon.com/Act-Like-Lady-Think-Relationships/dp/0061728977/ref=bxgy_cc_b_img_b

http://www.amazon.com/Straight-Talk-No-Chaser-Understand/dp/0061728993

Jessie J's Debut Album Drops in February

2011-02-03T23:24:00.005+00:00

Island Records today announced via Twitter that the release date for Jessie J's new album 'Who You Are' has been brought forward to the 28th February in the UK! With a US release date set for the 12th April. This is great news for all Jessie J fans eager to get their hands on a copy of her debut album. I have a feeling that 'Who You Are' is sure to go down in history as one of the fastest selling debut album's to reach the number one spot!

Jessie J also revealed the new cover for the release of her next single 'Casualty of Love' which will be released Stateside on US iTunes on the 15th February.

Music - Rihanna Premiere's S&M Video

2011-02-02T01:09:00.019+00:00

Rihanna on the red carpet

Rihanna in new S&M video

Popstar and rising fashion icon Rihanna recently premiered the raunchy new video for the fourth single release 'S&M' from her chart topping latest album 'Loud' online via twitter. The Basian starlet once again teams up with diector Melina Matsouka, who also worked on Rihanna's previous video's for 'Hard, 'Rockstar 101'' and 'Rude Boy'. The purposely shocking video, unlike anything Rihanna has ever attempted before depicts her dressed as a seductive, dominatrix in a latex bondage outfit as well as a Playboy bunny in other scenes.

With lyrics such as "Cause I may be bad but I’m perfectly good at it. Sex in the air. I don’t care, I love the smell of it,” . “Sticks and stones may break my bones but chains and whips excite me.” The video is a fitting accompaniment, if not bordering on soft porn, in my opinion, but once again sex ultimately sells and the singer herself has confessed to wanting to be the black version of Madonna. Well, she's certainly on her way as this is erotica at its best!

The video however, is presently being overshadowed by reported nude pictures of the star rumoured to have been leaked by a sports star the singer dated. It might just be a coincidence or clever PR, whichever it is, it will undoubtedly harness more press for the purported kinky starlet. See the video below for yourself and let me know your thoughts.

Fashion - London Fashion Week

2011-02-01T18:02:00.000+00:00

Matthew Williamson SS11

Peter Pilotto SS11

Ashley Isham SS11

Erdem SS11

London Fashion Week kicks off from the 18th - 23rd February, with catwalk shows from a multitude of designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Matthew Williamson, Erdem and Peter Pilotto. However, the likelihood that you will recieve invitations to such shows is second to none. But don't despair as you can grab yourself a piece of the fashion action at the Vodophone London Fashion Weekend which is taking place from the 24th - 27th Feburary at the coveted Somerset House. This is an event you simply must attend if you want to catch a piece of the Fashion Week catwalk action, with the added luxury of discount designer shopping, beauty treatments and so much more!

You can literally shop till you drop with over 100 designer brands, from high profile labels such as Marc By Marc Jacobs, Moschino, See By Chloe and DKNY Jeans. All selling a selection of present and past season's collections along with samples and one-off designs at discounts from up to an incredible 70% off the retail price - So you can update your look from lustre to luxe for far less with entry ticket prices staring from as little as £13.

Go on book your tickets here now at http://www.londonfashionweekend.co.uk/

Fashion - Bag A Bespoke Burberry Mac

2011-02-01T15:44:00.001+00:00

Burberry Cadet Trench Coat with Leather Belts

The iconic British fashion label Burberry recently announced it is to launch Burberry Bespoke - A new website that allows customers to customise their own bespoke Burberry mac. Any dedicated fashionista will already know how unique and quintessentially fashionable Burberry macs are, and with the opportunity to now create and tweak your own mac, this will surely be a welcome addition to any woman's wardrobe. I expect a virtual stampede to the site as soon as it launches! Get looking now to see what mac will be adorning your back: http://uk.burberry.com/

Fashion & Music - Jessie J Wears Hannah Marshall in New Price Tag Video

2011-01-30T23:39:00.000+00:00

Jessie J in Hannah Marshall Clothing

The UK's leading vocalist Jessie J recently unveiled the new video for her second single release Price Tag, sporting an all in one signature black ensemble from rising British Fashion designer Hannah Marshall's latest collection. The video, directed by Emil Nava is a tongue in cheek parody featuring larger than life objects and artefact's symbolising the materialistic world that we have all in someway succumb to whether consciously or unconsciously. Nava himself commented that he wanted to show, "things that are larger than life, but don’t really matter. It’s sort of like this hyper-real, sort of toy world with Jessie bringing a fashion edge to it.”

For the record and in my opinion, the video is very much in a league of its own from any other video out there at the moment. Check it out for yourself via the link below and let me know what you think!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMxX-QOV9tI&feature=player_detailpage

On a fashion note, if you fancy having a browse or a purchase of Hannah Marshall's futuristic, fashion-forward designs have a peek here: http://www.hannahmarshall.com/

Music - Adele '21'

2011-01-27T18:58:00.000+00:00

The beautiful and soulful vocal talent that is Adele, released her second album '21' on the 24th January to great critical acclaim. The album is currently outselling the entire UK album charts top 10 combined having sold more than 100,000 copies since its release, as well as securing a number 1 spot in an astonishing 16 countries.

The former Brit School trained Adele's debut album '19' is also set to re-enter the charts at number 5. Without a shadow of doubt, 2011 is certainly the year for British female talent. Catch Adele's performance on the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge show with Ferne Cotton today via the link below. The album and the performance is simply outstanding!

Make sure you get your hands on a copy of Adele's '21' album, as it is undoubtedly a valued addition to your musical collection.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/sessions/2011-01-27_adeleliveloungespecial#p00dkl69

Fashion - Label Lust

2011-01-26T16:47:00.000+00:00

If you're a lover of all things designer, without wanting to succumb to the hefty price tags then head over to http://www.my-wardrobe.com/ to grab yourself a bargain from their 50-70% off sale. Fashion labels such as Moschino, D&G and Chloe are among the various pickings available to suit any budget.

You can literally stand out from the crowd in the Vivienne Westwood Red Rocking Horse Platform Wedge which was originally £120.00 and is now down to a reasonable £84.00. If you're looking for a dashing dress fit for most occasions, the Project D Zebra Cowl Dress by Dannii (Minogue) and Tabitha down half price from £210 to £105 is a great investment buy. You can also get ahead of trend for Spring/Summer 2011 with the Red Interior Floral Bow Shirt by Paul Smith Black originally £140.00 down to a jaw dropping £70.00!

These staple pieces will last for many fashion seasons to come. Even if one must sacrifice a weeks wages and eat beans on toast and Special K for a week..your waistline will thank you later!

Red Rocking Horse Platform Wedge

Project D Zebra Cowl Dress

Paul Smith Black Red Interior Floral Bow Shirt

Music - Tinchy Stryder Strikes Again

2011-01-26T03:09:00.000+00:00

Gangsta?/Let It Rain featuring Melanie Fiona

Release Date: 24^th January 2011

Tinchy Stryder strikes back with the smashing lead track off his third album, Third Strike. The double A-side Gangsta? (featuring the unstoppable Tinie Tempah) and Let It Rain (featuring US vocal sensation and Island Records label mate Melanie Fiona) is a double dose of musical madness.

On the Gangsta? track, the 24 year old East Londoner displays a tougher edge to his lyrical prowess and sound, playing on the difference between what it means to be ‘a gangsta and to be gangster’. In contrast, the uplifting Let It Rain showcases a softer side with Melanie’s soulful vocals soaring alongside Tinchy’s tight lyrical offering, all underpinned by rolling drums and the trademark heavy base line.

Tinchy is striding in all the right directions, with a successful clothing line plus being signed to Jay-Z’s label Roc Nation he is certainly repping what it means to be ‘gangsta’!

Music - Jessie J

2011-01-24T19:26:00.000+00:00

Jessie J 'Who You Are' Debut Album

The eagerly awaited debut album cover from the vocally insane Jessie J was revealed today. Make sure to reserve your copy of 'Who You Are' through Amazon or HMV for the release date of March 28th! The debut single 'Do It Like A Dude' has already garnered much airplay, with the second single release likey to be 'Price Tag' (featuring B.O.B). I personally can NOT WAIT!! This album will likely be the best release of 2011! Remember where you heard it first.

Fashion - Ralph Lauren Kids Sale

2011-01-24T18:16:00.000+00:00

Pink Amalia Barn Jacket

Check out Ralph Lauren Kidswear sale now! With brilliant prices on key staple pieces like this pink Amalia Barn Jacket priced at £44.00 - 53.00 - This jacket would look adorable on any little princess! You will be sure to find a bargain not only for your little one, but yourself too! http://www.ralphlauren.co.uk/home/

Fashion - ShopStyle

2011-01-24T17:51:00.000+00:00

Charlotte Olympia Polly Leopard Platform Pump

Ladies, do check out ShopStyle, it's like a fashionista's google page for any clothing, shoes or accessories you are looking for. As the site says: 'ShopStyle is the online equivalent of browsing the aisles of the world's most fabulous store.' If you have a fabulous night planned and need a new pair of Leopard print shoes to go with your LBD for example, you will surely find it here in a variety of different shops to select from. You can also cross-shop hundreds of thousands of apparel, home decorating and kids products — all in one place. So, what are you waiting for? Check it out now!

http://www.shopstyle.co.uk/?shipping=*

Welcome!

2011-01-24T17:17:00.000+00:00

Welcome to Music, Fashion and Sex in the City!

As a Music,Fashion and Entertainment Journalist I have interviewed a vast array of celebrities from Trey Songz, Toni Braxton, Shontelle, Fat Joe, Errol Douglas and The Fugees to name a few. As a Journalist one of the perks of the job is meeting such celebrities and sometimes gaining insightful information or gossip that might not be published for various reasons. So as this is my blog, I will endeavour to bring you the juicy bits that the mainstream media might purposely leave out.

I have also worked with and alongside a variety of London's best Fashion designers such as the lovely Hannah Marshall, Erdem, Peter Pilotto, Meadham Kirchhoff, Christopher Raeburn, Eun Jeong, Holly Fulton, Mary Katrantzou and Louise Gray. If you don't already know about theses designers you soon will! Thus, having been around these designers and others over the years, including attending London Fashion Week and various Catwalk shows. I have developed a keen eye for all things fabulous, on trend and fashionable. I will bring you a variety of fashion picks and bargains along the way to keep you looking fashionably fabulous, without leaving your purse fashionably empty!

Also, a topic which always needs much deliberation and attention, sex. Yes, we all want it, more so when we're not getting it, if we are getting it, we're not sure we're getting it right, or we're totally abstaining from it -Whatever! I'll grab the bull by the balls (no pun intended) and talk about it, help you with it (not literally, mind), rather direct you in the right direction, whether it be a book, a website or a man - Whatever!

So, here it is born - Music, Fashion and Sex in the City - All a woman needs in life!

Enjoy!

The Real Deal x