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+ Alex C - ‘Hustla’ premieres & exclusives!

2010-04-11T07:54:00.000-07:00

Alex C

'Would someone tell RiRi to have a seat, or must we have her seated?'- R. Brody

iM really big on promoting the absolute wealth of talent that Bahamian artists have on offer. iFind that over the past three years, or so, there has been somewhat of a renaissance of Bahamian talent, whether that be in terms of music including singing and song writing, visual art including photography, painting & drawing, fashion design, aesthetic arts, and great literature. iSay ‘stand up’ to all young people, be counted and contribute to the cultural and artistic revolution of our country. eNough with that, iVe been delaying this post for far too long…

Alex C, also known as Alexandria Christie, continues to prove herself with not only her clear, smooth & refreshing voice - killer dance moves - stellar beauty - energized vibe & flow, but also with her impeccable intellect. Even with her stunning outer appeal I can say that Alex epitomizes class and exudes an appreciable tastefulness.

iCan also say something that many people dN't know, this Bahamian bombshell & up and coming artist was once my homeroom prefect [Cahill, haha] when iWas just a ‘tot’ coming up through High School!

Alex C

Why not try a triple thriller? Beauty, Brains & Ballads! Definitely not bad at all!

Alex, is currently based in Atlanta and working alongside successful artist & musician, producer/songwriter Dallas Austin and is even featured on his latest track, Addicted to Love peep the video. Alex's other yet-to-be-released songs include 'Round n Round ft. Rock City', 'No Ring' and 'Let 'Em Know' (my personal favorite) - which are definitely all bangers as well!

In what may be considered the first step towards her imminent mainstream success Alex's debut single 'Hustla' - which I also personally love - debuted on V103 Atlanta on 8th April. iFeel that this song can be described as an attractively confident tone with a refined, edgy and completely hype melody. The song reflects a new sound and encompasses all that 'island music' has to offer, with a sort of refinement that has what I would consider to be a universal appeal, it just makes you want to drop and 'bruk out'! I can totally envision a rap feature being incorporated into a remix in the future, can someone say an all around club banger & hit?

Alex C

There's much more in store!

Alex wanted to share few words with everyone thanking them and giving a little exclusive update:

"Thank you so very much for supporting me the way you do, from the bottom of my heart. I really appreciate it. 'Hustla' debuted as my buzz single on V103 Atlanta and it still hasn't hit me yet!

I'm currently working on a mixtape with the infamous DJ Green Lantern and you can expect to hear a lot of surprises on it, yes, yes, killer!

Love you guys!"

Be sure to tune in to Alex on V103 Atlanta as she is officially introduced to the world as an artist by Dallas Austin this Tuesday!

Here's the radio premiere of 'Hustla' as introduced by Dallas Austin, enjoy! Don't forget to follow Alex on Twitter and give her your support!

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Flawed: Yet Chosen!

2010-04-11T06:50:00.000-07:00

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Mistakes, 'slip-ups', failures, adversity, challenges, conflicts, spitefulness, jealously, malice...

We’re all guilty of at least one of these features of light, although we may be too embarrassed to admit it out loud --- even if just to ourselves.

Speaking for myself, I make mistakes and face much adversity daily and as I have come to the end of my last term of University for the academic year I have had the opportunity to reflect on all that has happened this past year, whether it was for good or for bad.

I can give many examples of the types of 'flaws' that iHave been subject to this year! There are some friendships that I wish that I had not tolerated, there are some people that I wish that I had not associated with, there are some things that I wish I had not done and there are some words that I wish I had not said. On the other hand there I are so many things that I regret not doing! ....In keeping with being human, that’s the extent to which I wish to elaborate, haha! Typical?

I would like to think of these aspects of our lives as being our ‘flaws’. As I said above, we’re all 'flawed' in some way or another - in keeping with this line of reasoning. I think it’s important that we don’t fall into the trap of mistaking our flaws for despair or associating them with negativity, for without flaws we would be unable to appreciate the absolute beauty of life, as it was intended.

I must admit that even to me the words ‘iM flawed; yet chosen’ seem to not make much sense in a modern world. There are a few recurring questions which present themselves including: Is this idea correct; is this thought even logical in the slightest? Isn’t it hard to believe?

We are all chosen for something, whether it be something within our respective fields & areas of expertise, according to our talents. For instance, with me, I’m studying law because I want to be an advocate for ‘the people’, but that’s another story for another post - someday. Others may aspire to be singers and songwriters, in turn reaching out to people in another way - through their creative talent. Others may aspire to be teachers so that they may, in turn reach out to people in their own special way.

The truth is that God and not man has chosen us for something! There are many that may have you believe that you cannot realize your goals because of your ‘flaws’ and that you cannot overcome them.

Despite their best attempts, I want you to know that even when the people that we have wronged or hurt fail to forgive us and decide to never let our mistakes down, the most important thing to remember is that there is someone higher in the chain of authority to consider and redeem us of our flaws.

1 John 1:19

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

It is important that we forgive ourselves, and determine within our minds that we will overcome any and all of the 'flaws' that seek to hinder us!

We are flawed: yet chosen!

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+ iM back!

2010-04-11T05:11:00.001-07:00

it’s bRody here! It has been quite a while since I’ve updated the prepstar empire, and for that iReally apologize! However, the life of a college student is really unpredictable, at best. My school term has just finished, and to God be the glory, I am finally done my second year of Law School! Senior year here iCome!

On this side of my blog, iReally want to continue my trend of discussing what goes on in my life, for an even greater purpose of reaching everyday people like you!

To my complete surprise this blog has reached so many people! iHad originally planned for this blog to be an alternative to my facebook page, but it has transformed into much more than just that.

iM overjoyed that my blog has reached people (including my friends) that are going through things, and are able to relate to my posts! This is enough to keep my going. So fear not, iWill continue! Thanks for reading…

subscribe & receive updates by e-mail! iM looking forward to a future colab with Rico Love a.k.a @ricosuave_ ; more on that to come in the coming months!

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+ abuse the music

2010-03-10T19:34:00.003-08:00

;iM elated to make a post about my friend & hot new artist 'Saniyah' and a song that iReally love. Dinetia Dean who goes by the name 'Saniyah' as an artist has released her hot new single "Abuse the Music!"

Saniyah

Unfortunately, iDon't agree with the review given to the song on The C.S. Perspective, as iThink it was artificial, a bit presuming and didn't quite dig into the essence, character & purpose of the song. iVe been listening to and enjoying the song on my iTunes for quite some time now and iHope to give my review of it in short order!

"Abuse the music, the music
indescent assault
cuz i misuse it the music
this overuse is causing corruption
there's no treatment for this infection "

+ this one will prove to be a popular a summer banger!

download it here:Abuse The Music

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+ you are loved!

2010-02-21T09:07:00.000-08:00

;there are times that each and every one of us feels unloved, even like we have no one that's there for us. i say to you today that you are loved!

Things change, plans fail.

You look for love on a grander scale.

Storms rise, hopes fade

and you place your bets on another day.

When the going gets tough, when the ride's too rough,

when you're just not sure enough.

Jesus will still be there.

His love will never change,

Sure as a steady rain,

Jesus will still be there.

When no one else is true,

He'll still be lovin' you.

remember that you are indeed loved!

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flashback

2010-02-19T15:54:00.000-08:00

iCan make your bed rockkk(8)

'the root, power and effect of discouragement'

2010-02-19T15:20:00.000-08:00

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preface: hi everyone, iWrite today in keeping with the great themes which have an influence on my life and on which iHope to reflect during the course of my blog.

to be quite honest, some may think that i only started [the prepstar empire] in order to get attention or to gain some form of notoriety, however, this could be no further from the truth.

the truth: we all face common obstacles in our lives and we all have goals....it is my wish to consolidate and document these mutual features and reflect on them through my life experiences with the help on commentary here on [the prepstar empire]

well i've been contemplating what iShould write about in my first real 'in-depth' blog post for a few days now and ive decided that iLL write about the root, power and effect of discouragement.

discouragement?: when i refer to discouragement in this context, i make reference to not only the traditional, but also the novel and unconventional methods through which such 'discouragement' may come about. so that i may be more clear --- perhaps i should take a look at exactly what it is that one may be discouraged from.

goals, aspirations, success: its fair to say that the majority of us right-thinking individuals have goals, if not aspirations and some general idea of where we want to ultimately find ourselves in life. although there are those persons who lack ambition, for various reasons, i feel that this is merely the absence of the desire to bring about the requisite actions that are required to bring such aspirations (which everyone has for themselves) to fruition. indeed, therefore, it is my point that we each endeavor and envison success for ourselves. i point out that success is entirely subjective. one may relate success to simply stop biting her nails, or by the accomplishment of completing an entire book, walking a mile everyday, drinking five litres of water a week, improving ones character ------ and the list easily goes on.

doubt, negativity, fear, apathy, etc = discouragement: my friends, i would have you see that although one may have a vision for himself, not everyone is bound to share such a vision for others, which may be the case for various reasons ---- some of which perhaps i may expound upon later.

i believe that the inherent desire to aspire towards and achieve greatness, that is present in each of us is a God given blessing. those that may act in opposition to this desire or act to hinder the desire of others have simply, somehow had their blessing masked.

doubt, negativity, fear, apathy etc. are all methods by which one may become discouraged and indeed deterred from his goals and aspirations. there are individuals that uncomfortable with your success and seek to hinder your individual progress, this may be an arch rival, perhaps even a parent or a close friend. just imaging the power and influence that someone that is close to you has!

it is the work of the enemy that we be discouraged and no longer wish to carry on towards our success.

be encouraged: despite this, we must not be moved; we must remain steadfast, with our eyes' on the prize so that we might accomplish that which is worth accomplishing. as a burgeoning Christian, i am guided by the words of the bible - as inspired by God himself.

Psalm 112:6-8

⁶ Surely he will never be shaken;
a righteous man will be remembered forever.

⁷ He will have no fear of bad news;
his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.

⁸ His heart is secure, he will have no fear;
in the end he will look in triumph on his foes.

;anything that is worth having is worth fighting for, and he who remains steadfast will come out on top, and achieve his ultimate success.

be blessed! - remain steadfast and encouraged

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nye flashbacks!

2010-02-17T17:39:00.000-08:00

iBrought in the new year with a group of friends....just enjoying life and celebrating each other...here are a few pics!

election misconduct

2010-02-17T17:28:00.000-08:00

it is being reported in the mainstream and gutter press that the Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Brent Symonette was assaulted by a staunch PLP supporter, alleged to be the infamous Laura, outside the Thelma Gibson Primary School where the election recount is taking place.

although we are unable to confirm the identity of the individual, it leads one to Wonder whether we have sunken to this position in bahamian politics....

iSay GROW UP Bahamas....

Laura (left) is pictured below with Mrs. Ann-Marie Davis (right), wife of PLP Deputy Leader Philip 'Brave'Davis.

a tunnel of testing can produce a shining tesimony

2010-02-17T17:18:00.000-08:00

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today's devotional speaks to the inevitable trials that we will experience as Christians. in the midst of your trials, trust in God! remember that your success through the trials can motivate another person to keep on, keeping on....

here's today's audio

here's the text:

I’ll never forget my first experience using an automatic car wash. Approaching it with the dread of going to the dentist, I pushed the money into the slot, nervously checked and rechecked my windows, eased the car up to the line, and waited. Powers beyond my control began moving my car forward as if on a conveyor belt. There I was, cocooned inside, when a thunderous rush of water, soap, and brushes hit my car from all directions. What if I get stuck in here or water crashes in? I thought irrationally. Suddenly the waters ceased. After a blow-dry, my car was propelled into the outside world again, clean and polished.

In the midst of all this, I remembered stormy times in my life when it seemed I was on a conveyor belt, a victim of forces beyond my control. “Car-wash experiences,” I now call them. I remembered that whenever I passed through deep waters my Redeemer had been with me, sheltering me against the rising tide (Isa. 43:2). When I came out on the other side, which I always did, I was able to say with joy and confidence, “He is a faithful God!”

Are you in the middle of a car-wash experience? Trust God to bring you through to the other side. You’ll then be a shining testimony of His keeping power. — Joanie Yoder

How wonderful to know that He
Who watches from above
Will always keep us sheltered in
His ever-present love! —King

A tunnel of testing can produce a shining testimony.

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bahamian talent - You & Me

2010-02-17T05:37:00.001-08:00

these are the types of jams that i just Love listening to! it's the story of a love that many people thought was just not meant to be, however....as Garnell Storr says...it's just you and me!

Many of you may remember Miss Garnell Storr as being Miss Earth Bahamas, well it seems that she has taken on a new persona with this relaxed tempo melody.

iUnderstand that the track itself is produced by Sketch, a renowned Bahamian artist and producer... this song is definitely raw Bahamian talent at its best....check it out below:

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know the truth & discern it!

2010-02-16T18:14:00.000-08:00

iM a Christian and my faith is very important to me, for this reason iWill add a devotional to the blog everyday! those that I post actually represent the devotional that iM currently studying..

today's message:

if you know the truth you can discern what is false...

check out the audio here: today's devotional

and the text here:

San Francisco and New York City are using bluegill fish to check for the presence of toxins in their water supply, which could be a possible target for a terrorist attack. A small number of bluegills are kept in a tank at the bottom of some water treatment plants because the fish are sensitive to chemical imbalances in their environment. When a disturbance is present in the water, the bluegills react against it.

Like these bluegills, Paul wanted the Galatians to beware of and react against any toxic disturbance in the “true gospel” that was being preached. The toxin was defined as the false principle that God grants acceptance to people and considers them righteous on the basis of their obedience to a set of rules (especially circumcision and dietary laws). In short, obedience to the law was needed, apart from faith in Jesus. This false teaching was a toxic disturbance of the truth and the Galatians were told to react strongly against it. Paul said that anyone preaching a gospel that is not based on grace through faith in Christ alone should be accursed (Gal. 1:8-9).

Let’s faithfully study the Scriptures so we can detect the toxins of false teaching and proclaim the truth of God’s wonderful salvation through faith in Jesus. — Marvin Williams

Lord, teach us from Your holy Word
All error to discern,
And by Your Spirit’s light help us
From Satan’s snares to turn. —Bosch

If you know the truth, you can discern what’s false

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photo flashback - pre Valentines event

2010-02-16T18:02:00.000-08:00

you may remember me tweeting about the little guy hopping on someone's back during the pre-Valentines show....well here's the pic!

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bye-election or NOT..?

2010-02-16T17:57:00.000-08:00

it seems that this by-election in Elizabeth is about to get a bit more interesting!

Unofficial results read that Dr. Duane Sands has won the by-election by ONE (1) vote!

I'll have a bit more political commentary in the morning once more information is brought to me!

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bye-election!

2010-02-16T11:37:00.000-08:00

Most of my Bahamian readers would know that today marks Poll Day in the Elizabeth constituency bye-election!

iM afraid that it's too late for me to analyze any of the issues and meaningfully contribute to the commentary, however...as many of the residents in the Eastern part of the island are echoing, iSay bye-election!

iShall await the outcome, iM confident that much meaningful commentary will be required for the after effects of Poll Day...

Dr. Duane Sands - FNM Candidate

Mr. Ryan Pinder - PLP Candidate

Dr. S. Andre Rollins - NDP Candidate (and also my Orthodontist)
http://nationaldevelopmentparty.com/

Mr. Rodney Moncur - Worker's Party Candidate

palancin' - Carnival '10

2010-02-16T11:16:00.000-08:00

today marks Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad & Tobago! for many, this is a time for celebration and major feting and partying...

enjoy the video -- Palance is sure to win Road March 2010!

a distasteful night out

2010-02-16T11:09:00.000-08:00

Going out on a Monday night is not that commonplace with me, but as we're on Reading Week, we decided to make an exception.

expectations: we went expecting to come across a few friends/acquaintances and those few others that we don't get on so well with, get a bit of dancing in (as today is Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad & Tobago), and just have an overall good time turning negativity into positivity...

outcome: we arrived at the party to find a long line. which doesn't go down well when it's raining and 40degrees F (first strike), the club was crowded with the entire London Brixton crowd -- who iGuess were down for Reading Week too! As a result, we made a few amends, readjusted our vantage point and pressed on!

disaster: in the end the very three people that are at the centre of an intense situation were there...and the whole night there-on-in was pretty awkward!

conclusion: we ended up leaving early!

perhaps we'll get into the details in another post...

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iNtroduction

2010-02-16T10:14:00.000-08:00

hi guys, iDecided that I would start a blog as an extension of my twitter page so that I might document and share the activities, feelings, encounters and simply the experiences in general that collectively make up my life!

i've decided to write for me, as a creative expression of myself and so that iMight connect with others on a different level.

so have fun reading my blog, and iHope that you find it interesting and in many cases an inspiration to your own lives!

until my next post....

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