Corinne Bailey Rae - I'd Do It All Again (official video)

100-0 Coach is Fired (ESPN Pardon The Interruption reports): Micah Grimes

Florida man exonerated after 35 years behind bars

James Bain smiles during a hearing at the Polk County Courthouse Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 in Bartow, Fla. Bain was released Thursday after spending 35 years in prison for a 1974 rape conviction when new DNA evidence exonerated him. 35 years is a long time but I ask, was the evidence used to convict this man back in 1974 overwhelming? Was there any circumstantial evidence? Did race play a part? I mean it is Florida and this did happen back in '74. Did the jury and prosecutors just wanted to go home? Several questions always come to my head when I hear of innocent people being released from prison for crimes they do not commit. Check out the story and you be the judge.
Florida man exonerated after 35 years behind bars

Posted using ShareThis

Nigeria - African Music Legends - Fela Kuti in Concert 1

FELA! Musical (off Broadway)

For ST's followers who don't know, FELA IS HIP HOP!! Fela is a Nigerian gumbo consisting of Chuck D (of Public Enemy), Che' Guevara, and Bob Marley. Fela was a musician, a revolutionary, and a proud African. I first came across Fela while listening to Common's album, Like Water for Chocolate. This was back when real fans were able to read a CD jacket label for where a particular sample was used. Upon discovering Fela song was used as a sample, a Nigerian co-worker told me all about Fela and made me a CD of some of Fela’s music. From there I went on a mission to find and listen to all of Fela’s music I could get my hands on. Though my intentions were to catch this play now on Broadway this past Thanksgiving break, I was unable to. However, I do have this on my list of must-dos. Those in the NYC area, this is not a bad event to check out for the holidays. This is the play when it was Off-Broadway. Enjoy. I did.

League Stunned By Henry News - ESPN Video

Bengals receiver Henry dies after fall from truck

ESPN recently reported that Chris Henry has died from his injuries. Yesterday Chris Henry fell off of the back of a pick up truck that his fiance' was driving. According to early reports, Chris Henry and his future wife were having a domestic dispute and his fiance' drove off in a pick up truck. Chris Henry apparently jumped on the back of the pick up truck and fell off. Read the ESPN report here.
Bengals receiver Henry dies after fall from truck

Posted using ShareThis

Opposing Views-Ex Police Chief - Don't Stop at Just Marijuana Legalization

With the recent opening of the marijuana cafe in Portland (aka 'POT'land), Oregon and the lax marijuana laws in California, there is no wonder that the majority of the American population thinks marijuana should become legal. This recent article I came across has an opinion of an Ex Police Chief who also agress with the legalization of marijuana and the positive effects it would have on taxpayers and society. Check out the article and you be the judge.
Opposing Views: OPINION:Ex Police Chief - Don't Stop at Just Marijuana Legalization

Monique and Gabourey Sidibe Nominated for Golden Globes

Congratulations shout outs to Monique and Gabourey Sidibe who have both been nominated for Golden Globes for their roles in the film Precious: Based on the novel Push by Sapphire. Monique for Best Supporting Actress and Gabourey for Best Actress.

Cele|bitchy » Blog Archive » Rihanna goes topless on GQ cover, pays homage to Lady Gaga

I spotted this cover last night while surfing the net and said to myself, "Damn". It features a nearly naked Rihanna in nothing but skimpy jewelry and even skimpier shots mugging it up for the American version of GQ Magazine. The issue should be hitting newsstands near you shortly. Are you loving the photo?

The Foreign Exchange - Daykeeper

The Grammy Nominated Group, The Foreign Exchagne with their single Daykeeper. I love this group and I love Phonte who is one third of the rap group Little Brother and one half the group The Foreign Exchange. His diversity and talent as a true musician is displayed on this album and not leave Phonte in a creative box. The gumbo this group makes on this single makes it one of the best underground singles of the year. Real Music got a lot of nominations this year for grammys. I just hope Real Music wins.

Adultery Still Crime in NH After 200 Years - ABC News

With Tiger Woods and adultery being in the news so much recently, the state of New Hampshire is looking at taking the crime of adultery off of the books. The original punishments - including standing on the gallows for an hour with a noose around the neck - have been softened to a $1,200 fine, yet some lawmakers think it's time for the 200-year-old crime of adultery to come off New Hampshire's books.

Seven months after the state approved gay marriage, lawmakers will consider easing government further from the bedroom with a bill to repeal the law. Read how the state is looking at this future change.

Adultery Still Crime in NH After 200 Years - ABC News

Skye "I Believe"

Many of ST's followers may not have heard of Skye Edwards or her former group, Morcheeba, but Skye is a British singer who has a soft, gentle, poetic voice and a 2nd new solo album, Keeping Secrets. This is her first sinlge off of her new album.

Houston Elects First Openly Gay Mayor, Annise Parker (CNN)

Houston became the largest U.S. city to elect an openly gay mayor this weekend. City Controller, Annise Parker siezed the vote in an election battle that was marked by fierce campaigning and anti-gay rhetoric.

Chris Brown bashes Walmart on Twitter for not Carrying his CD

Chris Brown may need to go back to anger management class - and fast.

The scorned singer had a meltdown on Saturday after he visited a Walmart in Wallingford, Conn., that didn't carry his new CD, "Graffiti."

"im tired of this s--t. major stores r blackballing my cd. not stockin the shelves and lying to costumers," he ranted on Twitter while at the store. "what the f--- do i gotta do...WTF... yeah i said it and i aint retracting s***. im not biting my tongue about s else... the industry can kiss my a--."

It's just my personal opinion that Chris Brown's label should have waited a little longer before he came out with an album. I mean, this guys' core audience is young teenage girls, so how can a record company put out an album so soon after the domestic violence incident and not expect back lashings. I like Chris Brown as a musician and I wish him the best, but to go on a rampage like negative feedback is not suppose to happen is not being real. What did he expect?

Buju Banton arrested on a federal drug charge

Controversial Jamaican reggae star Buju Banton is cooling his heels in a Miami lockup, suspected of plotting to sell cocaine.

Federal Drug Enforcement Administration agents said Banton, 36, will be charged with conspiracy to possess more than 11 pounds of cocaine with intent to deliver.

This is a sad blow for Reggae Music and its fans, because Banton's ninth album, "Rasta Got Soul," just received the prestigious Grammy nomination for best reggae album this year. Of course many people remember Buju for his 1990 hit song, "Boom Bye Bye" which was an anit-gay song and prompted the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation to launch a protest. Let's just wish Buju the best.

Buju Banton arrested on a federal drug charge

Posted using ShareThis

Robin Thicke - Ms. Sexy

Robin Thicke does a remake to Rakim's Mahogany. I'm liking this cut right here and it's always good to bring back a classic.

Eric Roberson's Remix Competition 01

Come on basement producers, this is a chance to get those hot beats you make in the basement heard.

Chad Ochocinco changing his name to “Hachi Go”

Chad Ochocinco changing his name to “Hachi Go”
I love Chad Johnson's antics. He's comedy and though his comedy is probably a little too much for the NFL, his antics get attention. The one thing Chad Johnson is not, is a trouble maker off the feild. So whether it's Ocho Cinco or Hachi Go, I'm still going to be a fan of his, but I will call him what his Momma calls him, Chad Johnson.

Sade's New Cut Soldier Of Love

Ok, so Sony Music wants to get the public all excited, then take the video off of youtube. That's ok, more than one way to skin a cat and the 'Top did just that. I had to repost this cut, because SADE is back and more poetic than ever. Young girls please have a seat and enjoy the sounds of a legend. This is Sade's first cut off of her new album due to come out just in time for Valentine's Day.

Winnie Mandela Should Be Played By Native Not J-Hud

I remember when BIGGIE's movie was about to come out and many people thought Angela Bassett playing the Jamaican mother of BIGGIE would have been better if the part was casted for an actress with a Jamaican accent. A lot of southern people also felt this way about Denzel Washington playing the role of the southern speaking Frank Lucas. Well now the natives of South Africa wants Winnie Mandela played by a native instead of Jeniffer Hudson. My first thought......why didn't they cast for a South African actress to begin with? I personally think that actors speaking in their native tounge is more real than the actor/actress with the big name. The subject matter comes across as more real. Check out the article and you be the judge.
Union Backs My Beef, Winnie Mandela Should Be Played By Native, Not J-Hud

Posted using ShareThis

Sade's New Joint "Soldier of Love"

Young girls please have a seat and enjoy the sounds of a legend. This is Sade's first cut off of her new album due to come out just in time for Valentine's Day.

ERIC ROBERSON's - A TALE OF TWO-RECEIVES GRAMMY NOMINATION

The Top would like to send Congratulations shouts to one of the biggest underground artist of this Neo-Soul era, Mr. Eric Roberson (or E Robe as I call him). E Robe’s song, Tale of Two was nominated for a Grammy off of his new LP, Music Fan First. The word play and subject matter on this song is like no other. The song is Hip Hop & Classic R&B, and Neo-Soul all rolled into one and a well deserved nomination for E Robe. Congrats again my brother.

The Grammy Nominated 'That Was Then' By Lalah Hathaway

Skelle Top will always support our Neo-Soul artist, because we know radio won't. The 'Top would like to send out congratulations to Lalah Hathaway on her Grammy nomination for her song, That Was Then off of the LP, Self Portrait.

The Foreign Exchange Receives Grammy Nomination

Skelle Top will always support our Neo-Soul Artist, because we know radio won't. Congratulations to The Foreign Exchange. The Rapper Phonte of the group Little Brother and Nicolay the underground producer, teams up as The Foreign Exchange. I am so happy for Phonte as he has been in the game a long time with very little recognition. Congratulations again to a dynamic duo that makes some good music. Check out their Grammy nominated song here.
The Foreign Exchange Receives Grammy Nomination

Posted using ShareThis

Video Alicia Keys “Lil Drumma Girl” (Live) @ Christmas in Rockefeller Center 2009

Check out Miss AK as she puts the holiday spirit into everyone in attendance. Ms. Keys is truely an awesome performer, but this remix of Little Drummer Boy is all that and a stack!!! Click the link below and enjoy.
http://www.urbanmusicdirect.com/2009/12/alicia-keys-lil-drumma-girl-live-christmas-in-rockefeller-center-2009/

Maxwell Performs “Lady Of My Life” (Live) Tribute Michael Jackson

This is a must see for any Maxwell or Michael Jackson fan. Maxwell represented well as he pays tribute to MJ. Enjoy and know I did.
Video: Maxwell Performs “Lady Of My Life” (Live) Tribute Michael Jackson

Cheney's Pre-Speech Criticism of Obama on Afghanistan Went Too Far -

It amazes me how Cheney’s voice is so popular. His voice and opinion is more popular than his former boss. Cheney has to be the most popular VP in all of American history, because he was more respected amongst his peers than his boss. When I hear this guy, my mind tends to go back to the time when our current Commander in Chief had his inauguration. Cheney was in a wheelchair and claimed he could not shake our new president’s hand. I knew then that he was being disrespectful and he’s proving it now. This guy has no respect for our current administration along with other conservatives. This shows the world how divided this country is. Cheney’s concern is the money that Haliburton will continue to make during this war. Check out the article and judge for yourself. Keep in mind, he was a VP and he goes on record constantly to criticize the current administration. (((Newsflash)))) Dick, we’re in this war because of your work in our prior administration. poliTRICKS as usual.
Cheney's Pre-Speech Criticism of Obama on Afghanistan Went Too Far -- Politics Daily

Sarah Kruzan: Sentenced to Life Without Parole at Age 16

This is another example of the punishment not fitting the crime. i'm not saying she shouldn't be punished, but life withou parole is a bit over the 'Top in my opinion. Some may look at this as self defense to a situation she could not figure a way out. Again, not saying this young lady should walk by any means, but I think serve something like 15-20 with a chance at parole. She was a minor in a very adult situation and that should have been taken into consideration.

Danny Green vs Roy Jones Jr -Real fight-

I think it's time to for Roy to pass on the baton, hang up the jersey, whatever you want to call it, his time is done. If Roy wants to get back in this game, maybe he needs a George Forman workout. Otherwise, bow down and out gracefully.