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Mamas love.. BASQUIAT!

Can't WAIT to see this one!

More from Centric TV:

Taylor McFerrin talks with Dego on the music scene in UK vs NYC and more for Centric..

Taylor McFerrin chats with Dego on CentricTV from Centric TV on Vimeo.

NEW BADUUUUUUU!!

Cant wait for the new album dropping on the 30th!

MAMAS LOVE... Georgia Anna Muldrow

One of the most prolific female artists and WRONGLIPS favorites, Georgia Anne Muldrow out there sits down with Russell Taylor at S.O.B.'s NYC February 23, 2010 for an interview for Centric TV.

CentricTV Interviews Georgia Anne Muldrow from Centric TV on Vimeo.

Produced by Eagle Nebula
and Shot & Edited by Eddy Protius James
for Chip Monks Films

SADE: Making the Album

So excited for this release. What a lovely soul..

Inspirations...

More love to GAS'D and AFTA-1
Sooo inspired....

LOCATION:WITHIN from GAS'D on Vimeo.

Cop it! Good Cause Too!

M.anifest is blessing us all once again with a gift that keep on giving. His newest release The Birds and the Beats is available for free to the masses.. His only request? Donate a lil' something (or a BIG something) to the "Young Entrepreneurs Africa," (YE,A). 

Check me out on the intro track, Born Free and also Walk Away! Keep your ears ready for a new project with M.anifest and Myself, under the name S & M.. coming soon...

From M.anifest:

I'm happy to liberate the Full Album/Mixtape, "The Birds And The Beats," for free today Nov 20, which happens to be my born day as well. Kindly do share with your readers.

http://www.zshare.net/download/68779537d875c1f3/
 
Being from the mother of all motherlands, I thought this would  be a useful opportunity to promote a cause as well: "Young Entrepreneurs Africa," (YE,A) - a nonprofit giving tools and skills for African Youth to get theirs the entrepreneurship route and not have to rely on charity. The complete rhyme and reason of it all is at http://manifestmc.com

I work with some incredible musicians who dedicated massive amounts of time and talent to make this happen so I couldn't take full credit for this release. The download includes liner noteswhich is a first for free digital releases as far as I know. We give thanks.

Production Credits: G Mo, Budo, O-D, Katrah-Quey, 40 Winks, Dee
Vocal Features: Krukid, Sarah White, Dodi Phy, Mandi

Mama's love: FREE Sampler from SNS!!!

A sampler of tracks from King Britt & Rucyl, Sarah White, Ras G, Afta-1, Stef Eye, who are performing at December’s Saturn Never Sleeps events:

- December 10th in Philadelphia at Painted Bride Arts Center

- December 11th in Williamsburg, Brooklyn at Knitting Factory.

Check out more info @ SNS!

Event to SUPPORT!

A Bashir Project feat live performances by Jamila Raegan, Burnt Sugar, and DJ WAAJEED
A Bashir Project is the launch of a FUNdraising campaign for a child with multiple disabilities, including Autism. Spearheaded and supported by allied communities of artists and activists invested in the future of this beautiful boy. Proceeds from this event will be used to assist payment of Bashir's education, medical necessities, and special needs not met by the Department of Education or Medicaid.

Even though it's raining: SHINE!

Shine (Official Music Video) by Jesse Boykins III
Im loving the rich colors and contrast..... and Brooklyn.

Jesse Boykins III- Shine (Official Music Video) from Jesse Boykins III on Vimeo.

Mama wants..Union With Divine

Hello Beautiful People!

Some friends of mine are inviting like-minded individuals out to some amazing yoga retreats coming up. They are outstanding people, trained in yoga, healing, living foods and bodywork, and definitely practice what they preach. They have a beautiful family, and will be opening their arms to those of you looking to join them in practice, or even just to escape the everyday hustle and bustle ( Concrete Jungle if you are in NYC), even just for a few days. The first retreat is in Mexico in November, which is soon followed by Brazil and Costa Rica, this winter. They are very affordable and life-changing.
Take some time for your self this year. This is the only body we have. Read below and check out their website here: http://www.unionwithdivine.com.
You can contact them at jaina@unionwithdivine.com or matthew@unionwithdivine.com.. or email me at sarahwhitesings@gmail.com . Tell them Sarah sent you : ) I hope to see you at one!
Find them on facebook too!


"We are so glad you are interested in joining us this winter for a Tropical Yoga Retreat! These retreats will uplift, heal and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit.
SEE WEBSITE for more info...


UPCOMING RETREATS:
We are hosting retreats and workshops in several luscious locations this year.
http://www.unionwithdivine.com/UnionwithDivine/Yoga_Retreats.html

November 14-20 2009 Mexico
January 3-9, 2010 Bahia, Brazil
January 30th- February 4th Costa Rica
February 20-26, 2010 Costa Rica
July 2010 Asheville, NC
October 2010 Hawai’i

Treat your mind, body, and spirit with our lifestyle programs and enhance your health, radiance, and vitality! For more information, click on our “Yoga Retreats” page.

TROCONES, MEXICO (near Ixtapa/Zihuantanejo)

Trocones is a small town nestled between the pristine blue ocean and beautiful mountains. Join us at this relaxing resort for a week of yoga practice, snorkeling, horseback riding, surfing, massage, or absolutely nothing at all. Accommodations are breezy, peaceful and safe. This yoga vacation will exceed your expectations.
Date: November 14th-20th 2009
Fly into: Ixtapa/Zihuantanejo
Investment: $1599 shared room - $2199 single room

Description:

•6 nights accommodation
•Three healthy spa cuisine meals per day
•Early morning meditation
•Two yoga classes a day
•Deep Tissue Massage and Thai Bodywork
•Surfing Lessons and Horseback Riding Available
•Vegetarian or Raw Foods option.


sign up before October 14th, and save $200.
SPACE IS LIMITED! Sign up today!
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BAHIA, BRAZIL
Date: January 3-9th 2010
Fly into: Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Description:

• 7 nights ocean front accommodation
• Three meals a day prepared by local chef
• Early morning meditation
• Two yoga classes per day
• Optional Juice or Fruit Fasting

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TROPICAL YOGA LIVING FOODS HIKING ADVENTURE.
Date: Jan 30th- Feb 4th
Fly into: San Jose, Costa Rica, we leave for the mountains by noon on the 30th.
Investment: $899

Join us for this tremendous opportunity to heal and transform in the Tinamaste mountains of Costa Rica. This is a beautiful location, filled with waterfalls and rivers, tropical fruit, howler monkeys and more.

(Click here to see pictures)

Description
• 6 nights camping (we have shared 2 person tents, or you can bring your own)
• 3 delicious simple and gourmet live raw meals of local, wild and organic earth fare, prepared daily by live chef Eric Rivkin.
• Early morning meditation
• Two yoga classes daily
• Crystal clear swimming in lush jungle waterfalls and pools
• Hot and cool natural spring showers and waterfall bathing.
• Adventure hikes and excursions to waterfalls, mountains, beach.
• Karma Yoga Service project





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DEEP HEALING FEAT. BRIAN BROOKS AND NATHAN FLETCHER

COSTA RICA http://www.unionwithdivine.com/Yoga_Retreats/Costa_Rica.html

Don’t Join us for this transformational week Experience emerald green tropical rainforest, beautiful birds and vista views. Join us at this relaxing eco-resort for a week of yoga classes, meditation, hiking, and lectures/classes on Life Coaching and Living Foods.

Date: February 20-26th, 2010
Fly into: San Jose
Special Guests: Nathan Fletcher and Brian Books

Description:
•6 nights accommodation
•Three healthful meals a day
•Early morning meditation
•Two yoga classes a day
•Daily Classes/Workshops on connecting to your Life's Purpose
•Living Foods Cuisine Un-Cooking Classes, Demos
•Optional Juice or Fruit Fasting
•Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release and Thai Bodywork
•Hike virgin rainforest to secluded waterfalls
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ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA

Date: July 2010
Fly into: Asheville, NC
Description:
•4 nights accommodation
•Three meals a day prepared by local chef
•Early morning meditation
•Two yoga classes a day
•Lectures on Chakra System and Yogic Philosophy
•Deep Tissue Massage and Thai Bodywork
•Explore beautiful Appalachian mountains

Mama wants.. Sacred Rhythms!

I'm so excited that Rico aka Dj Don Cuco has reclaimed his spot behind the wheels and begun to embark on a new journey thru his wax. This first mix (one of many to come) is titled Sacred Rhythms and is free healing for the soul. Check it out: HERE!

DJ DON CUCO "Sacred Rhythms Mix"

Peace and blessings everyone. Its been a minute since I shared some music. Here is a new mix "Sacred Rhythms", a vinyl selection I hope you'll feel and enjoy. This selection was inspired by the true sound and vibration of rhythm and drum.... Peace and Love ~ DJ Don Cuco

1. Lette Mbulu "Pula Yetla" Capitol Jazz
2. Mulatu Astatke and his Ethiopian Quintet "One for Buzayhew" Worthy Records
3. Banda Black Rio "Gafieira Universal" RCA | Strut
4. Bob Cunningham "Lover's Theme" Nilva Records | Ubiquity/Luv n' Haight
5. Bobby McFerrin "Sunshine Of Your Love" EMI - Manhattan Records
6. Santana "Incident at Neshabur" Columbia Records
7. E.W. Wainwright AFRICAN ROOTS of JAZZ "The Healer/Don't Break" BMI | Luv n' Haight
8. Hector Lavoe "Alejate - Joaquin's Disparate Alejate Dub Version" Fania
9. Carl Craig "Kilode Remix" Honest Jon's Records
10. Herbie Hancock "Drumming (Joaquin "Joe" Claussell Remix)" Transparentmusic
11. Jose "Chepito" Areas "Guaguanco In Japan" Columbia Records
12. Son Palenque de Colombia "Samba" Honest Jon's Records

WORDS OF INSPIRATION from Elizabeth Gilbert

Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of the international bestseller Eat, Pray, Love, muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person "being" a genius, all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk. Came from TED via the wonderful Ashley Mui.

 

Mamas loves Zap Mama

Now, you KNOW mama loves some Zap Mama! And she's at it again...
Her newest release, ReCreation, dropped May 26th and it's
first single, "Hello To Mama" has linked up with a non profit organization called CARE that deals with issues of maternal health with women around the world. All of the iTunes purchase proceeds will go to CARE, so please support!
Check out the video: Hello To Mama....

Pilfered Magazine X King Britt

King Britt as Guest Editor of April's PILFERED Magazine!
Check it out and download it here!

Mama wants more Stephanie Land!!!

Last night I had the pleasure of spending the evening with the lovely and talented Stephanie Land. Sometimes in this world of blogs and twitter facebooked twisted cypher of myspace, you forget how dope a face to face is. She recently launched her new site! Check it out and be inspired.

Ok, lets begin...

Photo from Photobucket's DCOBAMABOOK
Although I decided to stay in BK for the big day, I stayed glued to CNN watching as the moment unfolded. Warm on my futon with my fam....
We have a lot of work to do in this country and it's time to get serious.. But first, can I just say, to hear Etta James (Well ...Beyonce singing Etta) as the opening song for the dance @ the "Ball" was almost as moving as the speech? I love me some Etta, so seeing our President get down to that, sealed the deal.
Lets get to work people. It starts within.

Mama wants...MUSIC that changes things...

I am so sick of the hype...and everything the comes along with. What makes me the most irritated is that so many people with the power and the voice to really put out great energy and light into the world, fall into a life of self and waste the power within. Sorry to bitch.. but Im not sorry.. this is what a blog is for. No need for censorship.. Anyways, with that being said, once I come across someone with the power and the voice and they are choosin' to use it right, I get slapped in the face with all these warm feelings of faith in the human kind, music and art that heals. >>>>>>> Nneka did just that for me. For some crazy reason I had never even heard of her, but she has over 1,164,540 plays on her music player on myspace and over 21,000 fans/friends. She is beautiful. Claiming WARRI-NIGERIA and GERMANY. The song Heartbeat completely blew my mind and really inspired me on a more selfless journey with my music and art. Check it out. Maybe you feel the same? This video of heart beat did not allow embedding for posting, but please take a second to check out the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXVLS-pNuno

Also watch this video of her live!!