First, I would like to thank Brandi (Studio B PR) for getting everything set up for the DTLR event that took place Friday, August 28th feat. LeToya Luckett. LeToya, who just recently released her latest album “Lady Love” was in the DMV to promote the hot album. I, for one have listened to the cd and I enjoy EVERY track. I am not just saying it, I really do enjoy the whole cd and I would highly recommend that you go out and buy it (sold at your local DTLR as well)

For this interview I sought after a guest writer. I am all for someone wanting to work on their portfolio and to get opprtunities in this industry. That brings me to Lee Anderson. I have worked with Lee before (he has covered some of my events and interviewed some clients) He seemed to be the right person for this interview! Below is his recap and then his interview with LeToya. Hope you enjoy!

RECAP by Lee Anderson:

Now, that we got the recap out the way, you know that your boy got the interview. Check out my exclusive interview with LeToya Luckett for CNITC.com!

LeToya Luckett Interview by Lee Anderson:

LA: How are you doing today Ms. Luckett, you’re looking well. Nice to meet you.

 

LL: Thank you, nice to meet you too.

 

LA: Let’s get right to it. In terms of your growth, from LeToya, to Lady Love, how do you feel that your growth was best exhibited on this album?

 

LL: Vocally as an artist, mainly. I was so focused on technique with the last album that I didn’t just sing. This time I wasn’t afraid to take chances and try something new.  Personally too with subject matter.  I wanted to make an album that people could relate to, from all aspects. The ins and outs, good and bad of love. Something that the ladies could relate to, as well as the fellas.

 

LA:  I wanna talk about your cover art for a second. It’s interesting as hell to me. Can you please explain the cover art?

 

LL: Yes, my stylist designed the cover art. If you look through the whole album insert, you get the different sides and personalities of Lady Love. When you first open it up, you have the pink lady love, she’s happy. But in the back with the blue dress, it’s like she’s sad and heartbroken; another one is sexy. And the front cover is representative of when you first get into a relationship and you just don’t know and it’s like you wanna expose yourself, but you wanna protect your heart.

 

LA: Ok, I feel that! The next two questions, I think are interesting.  You have a lot of fans that have been vocal about their dissatisfaction with the promotion of this album. Would you like to address that at all?

 

LL: (pause) It wasn’t promoted properly, I ended up doing most of the promotion myself. It was a situation where the people who were entrusted with that, didn’t really know the product. Had they known the product and known what they were trying to sell, they might’ve done a better job. You know what I mean? But I made the best of it, and I have great management. Hopefully the music will speak for itself and it’ll be a word of mouth type of thing.

 

LA: Speaking of which, I noticed on Twitter that there are like 4 or 5 pages that have been put up in promotion of you and your album Lady Love. Did you notice anything social media wise, or maybe employ any social media yourself?

 

LL: No doubt, they did that! That’s what syced me! The fans online are great… as a matter of fact, Ced who is walking around here, manages my website Letoyaonline.com. He was a fan who had put together a different website, and me and my mom went out and found him, and now look at him!  But I love the fans online.

 

LA: Ok that’s what’s really good! Last but not least, what can the fans expect next from LeToya Luckett?

 

LL: My new movies. One is called, ‘Preacher’s Kid’ it will be in theatres Oct. 30 and the other is ‘Five Killers’ with Ashton Kutcher and Katherine Heigl. That’s scheduled to be released in 2010.

 

LA: Ms. Luckett, that’s all my questions. Thank you so much for your time.

 

LA: You’re welcome, thank you.

 

 

 

By: Lee Anderson Exclusively for Candicenicoleinthecity.com

 

LeToya waving to some fans

LeToya being interviewd by DC Fab & Bmore Fab, DJ Quicksilva in the back

So, to end this special edition of CNITC, I want to share my favorite track on “Lady Love”. The track is called “Not Anymore” and here is the video :o) Enjoy! Next week..it will be the Trey Songz interview!!

Happy Birthday to Ian!! Love this guy! He puts on for his city as well! Great person to know, so if you want to partake into some FUN, come out SATURDAY!! :o)

The 411:

doors @ noon

all day pool pass: $10 (kid friendly)

food: $7

drinks: $5 & under

towels: $3 (suggested: bring your own)

live performances by:

tabi bonney & friends

fashion:

check out our special vip sponsor broccoli city (http://broccolicity.com) as they showcase their latest offerings for late 2009 early 2010 season on site as well as a fashion show mid event!

also on deck is stunner of the month; a sunglasses subscription service that gets you a free pair of stunner shades every month for a very cheap!

automotive:

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scion (http://scion.com) continues to push the envelope AS always. check the scene for their latest and greatest model street cars etched along the exterior.

scion recently launch a new “brand manifesto” campaign, intended to engage a new youthful audience of creative influencers. stay tuned for more specs!
 

art:

since 2005, the grand high squad has been a partner in the sneaker suite movement. what better way to celebrate 4 years than to have the team back on site exploding designs for your enjoyment AND collection. If you want something customized by the almighty grand high, bring it!

21+:

our nuvo team joins us once more for an amazing complimentary champagne toast commemorating life! be sure to engage as we all have a lot to celebrate!

spins:

dj tittsworth (internationally known), dj heat (wpgc 955), dj sterofaith

we greatly appreciates your continued support!!
lets all enjoy the last few weeks of summer!!

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Yes, I am talking about myself :o) but I REALLY love how it turned out and I wanted to share this great story with all of you :o) Hope you enjoy the read!

Check it out HERE

He definitely brought the HEAT! Looking forward to hearing more material from him. Also, check out his performance at R&B Live LA (so mad I missed it..left LA a day before his show) but check it out!

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As you can tell I am huge supporter of the latest fashion to hit DC and it goes by the name of DURKL! I’m so looking forward to when they start making women’s clothing and more. So check out the look book and happy shopping!

DURKL FALL ‘09  Lookbook

The DURKL Fall ‘09 collection showcases the culmination of the brand’s recent move into their new showroom/warehouse/offices in the heart of Chinatown DC.  In restoring a 1930’s taxi garage, the brand has taken an active role in uniting the Washington underground community around one creative space. The Fall ‘09 line draws inspiration from timeless American styles, ranging from vintage surf-wear to classic durable work-wear.  Each garment in the line is highlighted by updated patterns and color palettes all featuring unique DURKL detailing.  The collection consists of a variety of graphic tees, flannels, outerwear, and hats.  The Fall ‘09 Lookbook was shot in and around the new headquarters with friends and artists from the DC area.

www.durkl.com

On Friday, August 21st I got the wonderful opporuntiy to attend the private showroom grand opening of Durkl. Shout out to Lucas! It’s located on 443 I St. NW where all of those new luxury apartments/condos are now located. Just a great area for growth in my opinion.

It was a great crowd as well. A lot of diversity which I was SO excited to see :o) It was filled with a lot of folks from the “scene” Shout out to Tabi Bonney, Sonya (Glass House DC), Modi (DCtoBC), Winston (Couchsessions), The Paxtons, Judah, Marcus Dowling, Lady Glock (her pictures are used in this post) and many more! There was also LIVE tattooing going on which was VERY exciting and many folks were definitely getting tatted up on the spot!

Please check out the pictures below. Thanks to Lady Glock for the SICK photos! To get in contact with her, simply follow her @LadyGlock and to view ALL pictures, click HERE

Want some Durkl? Hit them up at www.durkl.com

The man of the hour, NU Ent/Battery Records/JIVE artist Don Juan

I know I am a week later with this recap, but last week was a VERY busy week for Don Juan :o) With that said, here is a mini recap of his mixtape release party. It took place at Pure Nightclub, located on the historic U st on a Monday..yes, a Monday and when I tell you we the spot was PACKED, that was just something easy to say.

The release was hosted by Big Tigger who is also the host of Don Juan’s latest mixtape “Lookie Looky”. There were many key folks in the city in the building as well! It was a great spot for networking and really to just be seen :o) We were joined by Anwan “Big G” Glover (BYB & actor “The Wire”), Deangelo Redman (MTV’s Making the Band), Chris (BET’s College Hill”, Boris (VH1’s I wanna Work for Diddy), Wil “Onix” Lash (I Love New York),  and most of all the HOTTEST artists in the DMV!

I absolutely LOVE this pic! It’s DJ Heat, Big Tigger & Don Juan

The audience was also treated to a wonderful surprise when many of the artist there got on the mic to rock the place! Don Juan of course performed his single “Lookie Looky” and got the crowd going then Mr.Beam Up himself KingPen Slim got on the mic to do his single “Powder 4 Da Babies” and then “DMV Ego” was performed which includes Don Juan, Pro’Verb, Whitefolkz (who was eating his jumbo slice and missed it LOL), Lyriciss & KingPen Slim. It really was a night to remember. Don’s parents were there to show support and the vibe in PURE was pure positivity and it was just a AMAZING night! One that will definitely go down in history as one of the BEST mixtape release parties in the city! :o) It’s “LOOKIE LOOKY”

Join the movement by following Don @IamDonJuan and visiting his MySpace HERE

For more pictures, visit www.elitedcmag.com

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iLLVibes

Hangova Musik

SUPPORT! SUPPORT! SUPPORT! SUPPORT! This is great for the DMV! This is home grown folks and it’s for a great cause! Please purchase the tickets. They are only $10 :o)

**100%, YES 100% of the profits will be given to cancer research.

Thanks Ideal PR! I can’t wait to see the film! :o)

I have already heard great reviews from this movie. They made a stop in DC aug 13-14 and when I say Lebron James had the city moving, he did! If you were in the city Aug 13th and landed at Shawdowroom you know it was NUTS! Interested in the movie? Check out the synopsis below :o)

SYNOPSIS:

Five talented young basketball players from Akron, Ohio star in this remarkable true-life coming of age story about uncommon friendship in the face all too common adversities. Coached by a charismatic but inexperienced player’s father, and led by future NBA superstar LeBron James, the “Fab Five’s” improbable seven-year journey leads them from a decrepit inner-city gym to the doorstep of a national high school championship. Along the way, the close-knit team is repeatedly tested—both on and off the court—as James’ exploding worldwide celebrity threatens to destroy everything they’ve set out to achieve together. MORE THAN A GAME combines a series of unforgettable one-on-one interviews with rare news footage, never-before-seen home videos and personal family photographs to bring this heart-warming and wholly American story to life.

Lionsgate and Harvey Mason Media in association with Interscope Records present a Harvey Mason Media Production in association with Galley Boy and Spring Hill Productions a film by Kristopher Belman. MORE THAN A GAME is written by Kristopher Belman & Brad Hogan and directed by Kristopher Belman. The film features LeBron James, Sian Cotton, Dru Joyce III, Willie McGee, Romeo Travis and Coach Dru Joyce II.

Check out the official trailer below and enjoy! In theaters Oct 2nd!

Should be good one! Make sure to tune in tonight! :o)

So I saw this on Facebook and thought this would be a great post for my site :o) I know I am a huge fan of the arts and best of all all activities are FREE! A great way to get out of the house for a great weekend in the city! Just hop on the Metro and go :o)

For more information, go to www.dcarts.dc.gov :o)

Today is his actual birthday, so if you know him send him a shout out :o) He’s also on a tour of DC for the festivities! Gotta love that! find him at LAYLA tonight! I will swing by for a few after my client’s mixtape release party!