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contributed by  Ms. Vanie Atlanta’s own sexy model, designer, and hair stylist Corine Black sits with Ms. Vanie for an exclusive interview. She tells about her occurrence with Roscoe Dash and celebrity hair stylist Naomi Russell, and gives advice to young women wanting to branch into the entertainment industry. Vanie Okay Corine tell me how you got into the whole modeling thing? And what inspired you to model? Corine I started modeling originally when I was like eight for an agency; I did back to school wear a couple of times. It was pretty cool, I wasn’t too enthused about it, but my mother was a model so she kind of pushed me to get out there and do it. Vanie Okay so your mother was a model. So what…
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by Kimberly Gilkes Audio Engineer/Artist Gutta Gwalla Donald (Gutta Gwalla) Colbert Jr. is the definition of innovative. Different, charismatic, visual, realistic and mature are a few words that describe this upcoming artist. “I believe I bring a sense of all genres combined into one, which speaks to the reason why I create good music.” Representing Lithonia, GA, this 23 year old Audio Engineer/Artist has used his personal life experiences to create original music that conveys who he really is to his audience. Not only is his music original, but it speaks to the mind in such a way that it moves you. His unique name simplifies another name for money. “I choose Gwalla after a period of time to solidify the grind and the hustle.” One of his many goals…
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Entrepreneur Azalea McKinney I caught up with Stiletto Boss Azalea McKinney to find out how she became a 'Entrepreneur in Stilettos' & about her other fabulous high heel inspired companies! Her motto "Wear High Heels & Be Fabulous!!" [youtube http://youtu.be/Gu0xKwj4ENc] Check out all her companies below: http://www.fashionablesoles.com/ http://glamshopgirls.com/ http://www.highheeljunkie.com/ http://www.entrepreneursinstilettos.com/ Follow her @StilettoBoss,  @HighHeelJunkie, @GlamShopGirl
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by Kaydee Singer/Composer/Writer Londyn Lyná On a beautiful Saturday afternoon at one of my favorite Mexican restaurants Peso’s Mexican Cantina, I was able to meet with the very eccentric Londyn Lyná. Meeting her I was able to see the fun loving spirit within her; I even got her to do her British accent!! This 24 year old artist representing Atlanta, GA is the most down to earth person that you will ever meet. Not only does she sing but she also plays the piano and clarinet. Her background in music is derived from a spiritual one, she is also inspired and reflective of Erykah Badu, Amy Winehouse, Sade, Ella Fitzgerald, and Count Basie just to name a few. “I love composer and pianist Richard Smallwood, I like a lot of…
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I caught up with Neshaszda Brown (which is not an easy thing to do!!) and got a little insight on this student, university queen (of the Unsinkable Albany State!!), business woman, model & fashionista!! Tell me about  your line "A Better Me" Clothing Group  I started my [A Better Me] October 2011. I began with Tshirts and decided to dive in to my true love of clothing: Vintage! They are vintage Blazers from 1980s and 70s Revamped and designed by yours truly! I LOVE VINTAGE!!!! What r the prices? Prices rance from 30-39.99 for Now. What inspires your work? I was inspired by tyra Banks I believe she is the Jack of all trades in the fashion industry! I am a young female entrpeneur trying to be the Walt Disney…
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“OMG on errthang!”

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[caption id="attachment_1815" align="aligncenter" width="394" caption="The OMG Girlz"][/caption] I sat down with the OMG Girlz EARLY one morning to talk about music, fashion & what's next for these Officially Miss Guided ladies! [youtube  http://youtu.be/cy_W2qszo-0] OMG Girlz live performance of "Gucci This Gucci That" on 41NBC Daybreak [youtube http://youtu.be/4F82hLfzOjI] [caption id="attachment_1814" align="aligncenter" width="604" caption="I'm not really that tall, I had on some super high heels! lol!"][/caption] Want more OMG Girlz?: http://officiallymissguided.com/ Follow @TheRealOMGGirlz, @Star_OMG, @Beauty_OMG, @Babydoll_OMG Check out their Youtube and Facebook
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TIme to get those creative juices flowing!!! I sat down the eccentric and inspiring Rapture Johnson and picked his brain writer to writer! Regardless of what career field you're choosing to pursue this 21 year old Atlanta resident has some wise words for us all! Take a listen: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkTxISXa5to] For more Rapture Follow him @RaptureJohnson http://rapturejohnson.com
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DJ Young Samm Name My rap name was Young Samm and just added the DJ to it Age 24 Musical Influence Any producer that get in the studio & work hands on with an artist. Producers like this would be Mr.Lee, Just Blaze, Kanye & Swizz Beats What inspired you to become a DJ? How long have you been DJing? DJ Micheal Watts inspired me to DJ but I learned alot working under DJ Chill. I've been djing since the 7th grade. Describe your DJing style I break new music When you're making a playlist what qualities help you pick a song?  Jamming beat and the hook. Where do you plan to go with your DJing?  I'm tryna make moves like Khaled because I'm also a  songwriter & producer so I come…
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interviewed by Kaydee The Giving & GrOwing Youth and Community Outreach Organization is an upcoming powerful force within the community. It gave me great pleasure to interview two young adults who strive to impact the community and youth in such an influential way. It’s rare today that you find young individuals who want to simply do more for the community just because. The organization includes volunteers who are high school dropouts, those who have been to jail, and college graduates. The organization goes to the Downtown Atlanta area to give to the homeless, taking donations, and changing lives. Name: Rey Rosado (Age 22) and Melva Lett (Age 23) Representing: Lithonia, GA Blondie’s Lipstick: What does Giving N Growing exactly mean pertaining to your organization?  Rey Rosado: We just want to…
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 Styles By Brittany Brittany Ethridge Quick Bio Atlanta, Georgia 22 years old What was the inspiration behind the name *Styles By Brittany*? Being that I am a Hair Doctor and Make-up Artist, there are so many different looks that can be created from imagination thus hinting the name Styles By Brittany… It is not a company more of a brand! I don’t want people calling my whole name so I am StylesByBrittany. What made you decide to become a hair stylist and makeup artist? I started braiding hair before styling. I did my first set of individuals when I was 12 on my best friend at the time. They were not bad but I saw what I would change the next time. Experimenting on my Family and close friends I became good with a natural talent. I had…
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interviewed by The Blonde OneFellas, do you have style? Regardless of your answer the talented designer in this edition of Blondie's Spotlight has just what you need this season! We caught up with Gregory Richards, the boss behind Style is Serene clothing line and he tell us how you can add some swag to your closet! DesignerGregory RichardsBlondie's Lipstick What was the inspiration behind the name Style is Serene?Gregory Richards Inspiration thrives from that feeling one gets when he or she goes shopping and are overcome by a euphoric feeling brought on by articles of clothing.  Like an “I gotta have it” itch. Whether it’s because of the color scheme, graphic or just some sort of subtle elegance found in that garment/design. It’s mostly a solo project, but I am lucky to have my…
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