Monday, April 25, 2016

Throwback Monday

                                                       In honor of His Purpleness.

Beyonce's Lemonade is now on iTunes

Don't have Tidal? No problem!
Beyonce's latest album Lemonade is now on iTunes.

Did you watch on Saturday?
I did of course, and on Sunday.
Having a full day on Saturday I really didn't enjoy the special presentation. I found it boring, but LOVED the 6 inch featuring the Weeknd, Sorry and Freedom. 

When I watched it a second time with more rest and more time, I fell in love with the album.
I loved the concept, the depth of the lyrics and how Beyonce has grown as an artist.
Prior to the 4 album I was a mediocre Bey fan. Her lyrcis were the same line over and over again and the songs were played out on the radio.
When 4 came out I heard more lyrical diversity, catchier songs and a more bad ass attitude.
Then when her self-titled album dropped in 2013....I became a STAN!

Now with Lemonade, even though it took me 2 tries, I understand the concept, I get it...she's a grown woman doing her own thing.

Do I think Jay cheated on her? I mean, this album alludes to it. Then there was elevator-gate back in 2014. Then there are the rumors over whether or not Becky is Rachel Roy. Roy is Dame Dash's ex-wife, Dame was once Jay's Roc-a-Fella partner back in the day.
At the end of the day, it's Jay and Bey and we'll never know the real story unless they tell us.

Now excuse me while I get back into formation and learn these lyrics prior to her show in May.

Friday, April 22, 2016

Confessions of a Beauty Product Junkie: Beauty Essentials to Survive Coachella

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It's that time of year again! Coachella weekend #2 is underway and more music festivals are to come.
Check out my latest article here to see how to stay fly while enjoying yourself.

Blac Chyna and Kylie Jenner Reconcile

Kylie Jenner's snapchat

So, it looks like the beef has been squashed on the Blac Chyna- Kardashian-Jenner front.
Kylie took to Snap and posted a photo with Blac Chyna (in the same bathroom she took selfies with Kim a while back) with the caption, "When we've been best friends the whole time".
I was taken aback...if that was true, I was trolled by this family once again.
However, big brother Rob posted this photo on Instagram:
A photo posted by ROBERT KARDASHIAN (@robkardashian) on
Well, congrats to the family for settling this drama. They ALWAYS do this to me!

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Legendary Musician Prince Dies

Wow.
I don't even know how to even....
Legendary pop-star Prince was found dead at his home in Minneapolis. His publicist tells the Associated Press he was " found dead at his home Thursday in Chanhassen."

"The singer, songwriter, arranger and instrumentalist was widely acclaimed as one of the most inventive musicians of his era, drawing upon influences ranging from James Brown to the Beatles to Jimi Hendrix. His hits included "Little Red Corvette," "Let's Go Crazy" and "When Doves Cry."

 The Minneapolis native broke through in the late 1970s with the hits "Wanna Be Your Lover" and soared over the following decade with such albums as "1999" and "Purple Rain."

   The title song from "1999" includes one of the most widely quoted refrains of popular culture: "Tonight I'm gonna party like it's 1999."

Just last week Prince was rushed to the hospital after his plane made an emergency landing in Illinois on Friday morning. TMZ later reported, "A rep for Prince tells TMZ, the singer has been fighting the flu for several weeks. He canceled 2 shows on April 7th but wanted to make Thursday night's performance in Atlanta, even though he was still not feeling well.
After the show, he got on a plane and felt considerably worse, so his plane made an emergency landing in Moline, Illinois, where he was taken to the hospital and treated. He was released 3 hours later, got back on the plane and is now back home.
Earlier this year, Prince's protegee Vanity had passed away.
Wow....R.I.P. to the Legend.


John Legend Shares New Pic of Baby Luna

Instagram:@johnlegend

I love that Chrissy and John are sharing their new parental-bliss with us fans on social media.
Baby Luna obviously looks like both parents.
That cute widdle face!
Now, she just needs her own Instagram!

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Prince George Looks Absolutely Adorable in 4th Generation Royal Photo

Photo: Ranald Mackechnie, Royal Mail via Getty Images
To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday, Buckingham Palace released this adorable photo showing 4 generations of royalty.
However, no one can get past Prince George.
ISN'T HE THE CUTEST!?!
Sources say it was shot last year in the Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace.

DJ Khaled Goes on Tour with Beyonce

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Today I proudly announce a major milestone in my career. Today's announcement is a major accomplishment in my life. In other words it's a major achievement alert!!!! I am proud to announce that I, DJ Khaled will be on tour with the icon, Beyoncé!!!!! Fan luv, when I tell you that prayer is the so powerful, please believe me. I want to thank the incomparable icon Beyoncé for this tremendous opportunity of a lifetime. Your music is the soundtrack to so many people's lives across the globe. Your legacy is a blueprint for the young generation to follow and strive to be. You are the true definition of a superstar. Thank you so much for inviting me on your stage. I promise you this! I'm gonna rip it down so legendary!!!!!! When I was a kid THEY told me no when I wanted to DJ and perform in the club! So guess what, I did!!! OPEN FOR BEYONCÉ!!!!!! Fan luv we did it! We made on the stage with the Queen. Get ready to feel passion pain success and tears of joy in a STADIUM NEAR YOU!!!!! Miami, see you soon!!! I'll be on stage with Beyoncé on April 27th and then I'll be on the road to more success. Thank you again Beyoncé for making this dream come true for me. I will never stop fan luv. Bless up!! @wethebestmusic @epicrecords @rocnation #djkhaled #MAJOR🔑-My album soon come!
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We Da Beeeeeeeest!
DJ Khaled's keys to success have opened a very large door for him.
He will be tagging along with Beyonce on her Formation tour which kicks off April 24th.
Khaled took to social media to break the news and express his gratitude.
"Today I proudly announce a major milestone in my career. Today's announcement is a major accomplishment in my life. In other words it's a major achievement alert!!!! I am proud to announce that I, DJ Khaled will be on tour with the icon, Beyoncé!!!!! Fan luv, when I tell you that prayer is the so powerful, please believe me. I want to thank the incomparable icon Beyoncé for this tremendous opportunity of a lifetime. Your music is the soundtrack to so many people's lives across the globe. Your legacy is a blueprint for the young generation to follow and strive to be. You are the true definition of a superstar. Thank you so much for inviting me on your stage. I promise you this! I'm gonna rip it down so legendary!!!!!! When I was a kid THEY told me no when I wanted to DJ and perform in the club! So guess what, I did!!! OPEN FOR BEYONCÉ!!!!!! Fan luv we did it! We made on the stage with the Queen. Get ready to feel passion pain success and tears of joy in a STADIUM NEAR YOU!!!!! Miami, see you soon!!! I'll be on stage with Beyoncé on April 27th and then I'll be on the road to more success. Thank you again Beyoncé for making this dream come true for me. I will never stop fan luv. Bless up!! @wethebestmusic @epicrecords @rocnation #djkhaled #MAJOR🔑-My album soon come!"
I'm going to the tour when it comes to the Bay, so I'm definitely excited.
Lisssssssttteeeeeeen!

Chrissy Teigen Posts Photo of Baby Girl on Instagram

@chrissyteigen

Just last week Chrissy and John welcomed their bundle of joy, and now all of us regular folk can finally meet Luna.
Chrissy went to the 'gram to post the pic of the newborn, Luna Simone Stephens.
Now, can we just see her face!?

Monday, April 18, 2016

Throwback Monday

                                                     My mom had the True Blue album (aka cassette tape) and we used to listen to this ALLLLLL the time.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Give Birth to Baby Girl

@chrissyteigen
Social media's favorite couple announced the birth of their daughter, Luna Simone Stephens, on April 14th.
Yes, John's lastname really isn't Legend.
Chrissy announced the news via Instagram  on Sunday with the caption, "She's here! Luna Simone Stephens, we are so in love with you! And sleepy. Very sleepy. ❤️👶🏽😍"
Of course, we all can't wait to actually SEE Baby Luna, who will be a gorgeous baby. 

Beyonce and HBO Debut New Trailer for "Lemonade"

                 
                              I don't know what exactly this is, but I'm ready for it!
Since Friday, Beyonce has been hinting at her latest project Lemonade premiering on HBO on April 23rd.
Is it a film? A new album? A documentary?
From the looks of it, she's basically topping the release of Beyonce by not having it be a surprise visual album, but a full-on action film.
The project debuts the day before the Formation tour kicks-off.
This is being called a world premiere event.
I can't take this anymore.
I aged 10 years last week trying to cop some Ivy Park gear last week.....I just need some relaxation.

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

DrakeWatch: Drake Releases "Views from the 6" Trailer

Drake debuts Views artwork in London

While we're waiting for Beyoncé to drop her album.....
Drizzy will be dropping his on April 29th and rumor has it, it will be available via Apple Music for the first week.
Regardless, I cannot wait.
So, while we're waiting....let's watch this trailer.
A video posted by champagnepapi (@champagnepapi) on

Monday, April 11, 2016

Throwback Monday



                                            I keep hearing this on the radio, so I figured it was a sign.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Janet Jackson Cancels Tour to Start a Family

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A message from Janet...https://t.co/KrzYZ4eyvD
— Janet Jackson (@JanetJackson) April 6, 2016


Early Wednesday morning, Janet (Miss Jackson, if you're nasty) took to social media and announced that she's delaying her tour because she and her husband, billionaire Wissam Al Mana,  are planning their family.
Jackson will turn 50 in May, so I'm assuming she may be going through some kind of fertility treatments or something causing this delay. Basically, she's cancelling it.
Since Unbreakable tour's launch, Jackson's cancelled tour dates and more and more news came of cancellations.

Congrats Janet!

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna Engaged!

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Welp, it happened.
It really did.
Rob Kardashian popped the question to girlfriend, Blac Chyna on Monday. Blac took to Instagram to post the good news around midnight, Tuesday morning.
Her ring looks amazing!
If you've either been hiding under a rock or have forgotten, Blac Chyna is Tyga's baby-mama.
Tyga is Kylie Jenner's boyfriend.
Kylie is Rob's baby sister.
So, if Tyga marries Kylie...both she and Rob will have the same stepson. Tyga could essentially be an uncle to his own son.
Blac will eventually be a Kardashian while Kylie....isn't.
Ain't this great!?

Even Amber Rose took to social media to congratulate the couple.

Twitter: @DaRealAmberRose

I wonder how Rob's sisters and mom feel about this?
I'm waiting for Kanye to rap about it.
 

Monday, April 4, 2016

Throwback Monday

                                         Since today is the 8th wedding anniversary of Beyoncé and Jay Z, I'd thought I'd dedicate today's throwback to them....now if only Bey comes out with that new album already!!!