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OUT 633-STL TIDBITZ AND MORE!/NEW WEBSITE INFO

2009-06-17T13:56:00.001-07:00

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OUT 632--104.1 presents SUPERJAM 2 @VERIZON WIRELESS AMPITHEATRE June 13

2009-06-15T09:31:00.000-07:00

Photos by Ma'atology (IN ORDER OF SHOW)

The crowd starting to pack in the Ampitheatre.

One of the earlier artists to get interviewed by Hot 104.1 personality Young Dip at its booth was Hurricane Chris.

Monopoly Promotions Mocha Latte and daughter Sydney at the event.

Inbox perosonality NeKayy interviewing Hurricane Chris before he performed on stage.

Oh Myy Tv personalities Kocapeli and Big Sexy Maxine also interviewed Hurricane Chris.

First on the bill was STl rapper and newly signed DTP artist Joka.

The crowd.

Hurricane Chris on stage performing hits such as his latest, "Miss Berry."

Joka gettin ready to do a plug for The Block TV.

We were represented in the Media Tent.

Hot 104.1. personality Tony J on stage.

C-Note on the 1s and 2s rockin the crowd between acts.

Rapper Soulja Boy got on stage early so he could catch a flight to a gig in Kansas City.

He sang his hits including "Crank That."

He also spat his latest "Swag on."

His Baby Mate Air Jordans.

The crowd enjoyin Soulja Boy./

Soulja took off his jacket to get into his hit, "Kiss Me Thu the Phone."

Some Superjammers walkin toward the Ampitheatre.

Next up was East St. Louis based female rap duo Unladylike

Ooops, gotta get the shoes.

The duo sang its latest hit, "Dough."

...and also did a mini tribute to Salt N Pepa.

In the Hot 104.1 booth, OJ Juiceman was gettin interviewd.

Dip and Juice get outcammed.

In the media tent, Block TV tags STL rapper Ludy who also perfomred that day.

Mr Tommie of WESL-Tv 26 interviewed OJ Juiceman.

More crowd.

And more crowd.

One of the several vendors was Styles Clothing with sellers Nicalette (left), vendee, and Trina (right).

Crowd

OJ Juiceman on stage and his recorder (which was a pattern that was ongoing with many of the hip hop acts)

Hot 104.1. personality Janee interviewed R&B sensation Jerimih.

After Jermih's interview, he hit the stage. Meanwhile, his "cuz" Willie Taylor (right) and the rest of Day26 was preppin to get interviewed.

Day26fans taking pics of the group.

Day26 fans went wild!

"Hey, what about me?" Miss Sydney was tryin to get her "fan on" with STL rapper and Superjam 2 performer Young Ro who greeted his fans.

Meanwhile, Day26 fans huddled for autographs.

Jerimih on stage performing his #1 hit, "Birthday Sex."

More crowd.

Before their performance, Day26 at the media tent as Suite STL /STL-Tv prepared to interview them.

NeKayy takes a flick with Que of Day26.

The sea of fans.

The STL Dolls: Mocha Latte with some of the Hot 104.1 lady staffers including Daraisha Cosby (middle) at the Hot 104.1 VIP Room.

Meanwhile, Day26 was like the black NSynch on stage as Willie does his best LL Cool J Jr.

Day26 performed their hits "Got Me Going," "Imma Put it On Her" and the album cut, "Stadium Music." Soon after their set, they jetted a plane to Kansas City.

Ludy in the Hot 104.1 booth talkin with fans.

Unladylike gets interviewed by a Sister Chronicles reporter.

One of the unscheduled artists who performed was STL native national recording artist Jibbs who performed his hits, "Chain Hang Low," King Kong" and his latest "Aye DJ"

Hot 104.1 personality Staci Static interviewed Lil Boosie

The crowd went wild for Lil Boosie.

WESL- TV 26 also interviewed Lil Boosie.

Young Ro greeting his young fans.

This sista was gettin into it!

The crowd.

Lil Boosie on stage who performed his featuring and main hits including his big hit, "Wipe Me Down."

One of the many TMP (TOO MUCH PLAYIN) pics of the event. Security had to escort this Old G for being sagged too low.

Jibbs in the Media tent doin his swag on local TV.

Another TMP pic was this sista who was wearin gold hair and shoes to match!

Jibbs in the Hot 104.1 booth with Janee.

Folk walkin from the ampitheatre.

Another TMP pic. This brotha with the giraffe neck. Wow!

Jibbs signing autographs for fans.

Newly hired 104.1 personality Shorty da Kid (who also performed unscheduled) gettin interviewed by STL-TV.

Pleasure P on stage relied mostly on singing hits with his former group, Pretty Ricky before he sang his R&B hit, "Boyfriend #2." During his set he quipped, "I didnt know the STL was so quiet." Hmm.

For a moment, we thought it was Ne-yo on stage. LOL.

Another TMP pic. This Old G with the beer in his hand lookin like he just finished working under his car .

Rapper Yo Gotti was next on stage.
He got it goin with hits including his latest, "5 Star Chic."

Gotti was the last act who performed at Club Society in May before the club closed permanently.

Yo Gotti and his hypeman gettin it done!

Another TMP pic. Another sagger--Tiger Woods style.

WESL TV 26 interviewing Ne-P, we mean Pleasure P. LOL.

Nekayy interviewed STL singer Aloha Mi-sho who just released a new single entitled, "They be on Me."

Meanwhile R&B hearthhrob Trey Songz had the ladies screaming for him.

His fans were glued to him.

Songz, who suprisingly dressed very plain, sang his hits including, "I dont Wanna Leave," "Brand New," and his featuring on Ace Hood's song, "Ride or Die."

A long shot of Trey Songz on stage.

Some out of towners showin love for their favorite artist.

When Songz took off his shirt, the ladies went b-a-n-a-nas. He then sang his biggest hit, "Can't Help But wait."

Songz also made his way to the media tent to be interviewed. (We were told by his people to only shoot him from the chest up! )

Showin love STL style.

Sexy R&B singer Keri Hilson, although under the weather, performed an energetic set.

She put it on with her hits, "Energy," "Turnin Me On,' and started off her set with her latest #1 hit, "Knock Me Down."

Hilson also relied on eye candy (as well as her booty) to get the crowd into her set (Now whatt up with the dancer on the left and her under arm! Whoa. LOL)

After her set, Hilson made way to Home Nightclub nearby in Earth City where she was was making a special appearance.

The highlight of Superjam 2 for sure was rapper Plies who had a very raunchy yet uplifting set (We will explain later).

Plies let all the vulgarities
shine rapping the unlcean versions of his hite including, "Shawty," and "Bust it." He also sang the song, "Dat Bitch" a crowd fave . Before he performed it he asked the crowd, " Who got bail for me if I go to jail after perofmring this next song?"

Plies told the crowd that he is bound to do anything even take off his clothes(which he didnt) and for the crowd to hold up their cellphones so he could do something for their screen savers on their computers which was, making a "V" with his hands up to his mouth and sticking out his tongue in between it as though he was licking the vaj-j. (This pic was just before he did it). Another shocking moment was when he asked the ladies in the crowd, "How many women had their pussy eaten with a spoon?" DAYYYYYYYYYAM.

A close up of the blinged out medialion that was on Plies' neck until...

....he offered it to a 14-year old girl in the crowd (middle) who got on stage after Plies asked who was his number one fan and who wanted to come on stage to rub inside teh front of his pants, ladies only, of course. What was a bit troubling during this moment in his set, he was also asking for a woman to fuck that nite. When several girls got on stage, it was evident that many who got on stage were underaged. But, he told them that they were too young. The 14-year old got a hug from Plies as she screamed and cried being next to him. That was when Plies "gave" her his chain (She was escorted backstage after his set which gives us the impression that he probably politely asked for it back) But a touching moment occurred when he asked for crowd members to come on stage who had family members locked up (the two guys in the pic above were some of the ones who walked up on stage). Afterwards Plies took out a wad of money and started passing out money to those who came on stage!

DJ Sno on stage settin his songs as the crowd awaited for the next act which was the surprise guest act...

The St. Lunatics. Up first was Ali.

Then Kyjuan.

Then City Spud.

Then Nelly

And interestingly last was Murphy Lee.

Nelly and Murph got the most scraems that nite, but for a moment it hard to tell who got the most.

Murph's sneaks.

Errbody was on stage even the UC Me mascot (left)...but strangely enough hypeman SLodown was not on stage.

The main theme of their set was introducing City Spud back into the group after his nine year stay in prison...

...and the scripted routine of how City Spud missed many alndmark moments in teh St. Lunatics career and going back memory lane with their group and solo hits inclduing when Nelly had a party for the release of his double CDs "Sweat Suit" and in Nelly's words, "closed off two streets for it" then performed one of the hits from it, "Na na na." and also featured St. Lunatics' solo albums from Ali with the dance craze, "Chicken head" with his song, "Breathe in, Breathe Out," and Murphy Lee's "My Shoes."

A long shot of the St. Lunatics on stage.

The Hot 104.1 staffers clowning during the show.

Headliner Jeezy on stage.

Jeezy fans was still energized after seven hours to hear him spit his hits ,"The Realist,” “Soul Survivor,” and “I Luv It,”

Another interesting sight was seeing the long line of his posse on stage behind him as he performed.

One of the posse members was on his cell phone in a wheelchair. TMP!

Jeezy closed out the concert with his latest hit, "Put On."

Jeezy fans chanted his name before he got on stage (they started before the St. Lunatics got on stage).

We left during the mddle of his set, but we are more than sure that he performed several of his featuring hits. (Did he do Usher's "Love in this Club?")

NOTE: We got there at 2: 30 p.m. and left at 11 p.m. so you know we were T.I.E.D. It was estimated that more than 15,000 folk attended this event, breaking its own record of the estimated 10,000 who attended last year. Will Superjam 3 be a record breaker of this year's? Guess we gotta wait 11 months from now to figure that one out!

OUT 631--OUT ON THE TOWN--MARK CURRY@HOUSE of COMEDY/FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS @SKYBOX--June 12

2009-06-15T08:27:00.001-07:00

Photos by Ma'atology.
We checked out comedian Mark Curry's set at the House of Comedy on the Landing. It was the last show at the venue before it closes and moves to its newest location July 3 on 19th and Washington in downtown STL. Pictured is host and House of Comedy owner Dee Lee on stage doing his usual making sure folk tip the waiters. Two of his jokes to a fairly mixed crowd that nite involved his biracial heritage ("I'm half of ya'll (white people)...from the waist up.") and his looks ("I'm glad that I'm cute. I'm, sorry for those that are ugly. You know who you are. But hey, I'm not worried about you, cuz I'm cute." )

Before Dee Lee introduced Curry, local comedian did a 20 minute set. His brand of humor is steeped in hood St. Louis culture. One joke involved working at White Castles on Olive ("If you workin' there and you're over 40, kill yourself." ), the 711 on the South Side ("If you want hepatitis, buy one of there donuts half eaten." ) as well as his relationships with women ("I once dated a woman who looked just like the drummer at Chuck E Cheese")

Next up was headliner Curry who talked about STL weather ("It's crazy weather here that the weatherman said he didn't know what to do.") and airports and black people ("Black people should have express lines cuz we don't hijack planes." )

Curry also talked about his family members and their quirks like his grandma ("She's living with me and she turned the heat up to 290 degrees. the dog don't even bark no more.") and his brother ("He ran the police with a bowl of cereal .")

He also talked about being at the Inauguration for Obama ("I was crying there, but I was crying cuz it was so cold." )
and Michelle Obama ("She's a big catalog shoe girl. Size 13." )

He also talked about people going to Starbucks ("It's a drug in the community. Five dollars for a coffee? You can go to Mexico and get it grounded for that much!") and baseball heroes Barry Bonds' ("If I was Bonds, I would say F the Hall of Fame. If I made 400 million") and Darryl Strawberry ("he should go into the Hall of Fame cuz he played on crack." ). He also made a joke about how women view porn ("Women get into the plot and say things like "hey baby, do you think that's her house she's in?").

Before his set ended he asked for some volunteers in the crowd to get healed.

This matching wedded couple said that they have been married for 35 years and that they love each other since the first day they met which caused an awwww from the crowd.

Curry was about to heal her then...

....she got buckwild on him!

Some Curry fans talkin with the comedian after the show.

The matching couple talkin with Curry as they prepare for a pic.

The crowd awaiting the second show.

After the Curry show, we checked out Showtime Marketing Group's debut Friday Night Lights event at the Skybox. Pictured are Showtime's Chris Showtime, host Mista DJ and Zero 44

Mista Dj with DJ Shock on the 1s and 2s in the dee-jay booth area.

Fight the P-Power! LOL.

The ladies were definitely cladded up in their "fits" up in therre.

It was jammed packed.

Folk outside waiting to get inside the Skybox.

OUT 630--STL TIDBITZ AND MORE!

2009-06-09T11:53:00.000-07:00

HELLO OUTTOWNERS!

ITS WEDNESDAY
TIME TO GET TOWNED!
Before we get into the A&E of the ILLI and MO, OUTTWON would like to wish all the fathers, past and present a Happy Father's Day. Regardless if you are a father to a child, a guardian, or help raise the youth , you should be commended on that day (and yes, even the ones who are deadbeats—their seed helped bring a life into the world. )

For Black Music Month, we would like to spotlight the late Chicago Queen of Blues—Koko Taylor.
According to wikipedia, Koko Taylor (September 28, 1928 – June 3, 2009)[1] was an American blues musician, popularly known as the "Queen of the Blues." She was known primarily for her rough powerful vocals and traditional blues stylings. In a May 2003 issue of Rolling Stone Magazine, she was quoted as saying, "My life is like a train ride in fields of blue."
Born Cora Walton in Shelby County, Tennessee, Taylor was the daughter of a sharecropper.[2] She left Memphis for Chicago, Illinois in 1952 with her husband, truck driver Robert "Pops" Taylor.[1] In the late 1950s she began singing in Chicago blues clubs. She was spotted by Willie Dixon in 1962, and this led to wider performances and her first recording contract. In 1965, Taylor was signed by Chess Records, for which her single "Wang Dang Doodle" (written by Dixon, and a hit for Howlin' Wolf five years earlier), featuring guitarist Little Walter,[3] became a major hit, reaching number four on the R&B charts in 1966, and selling a million copies.[1] Taylor recorded many versions of this Dixon-penned song over the past few decades and has added more material, both original and covers, but never repeated that initial chart success.
National touring in the late 1960s and early 1970s improved her fan base, and she became accessible to a wider record-buying public when she signed with Alligator Records in 1975. She recorded nine albums for Alligator, 8 of which were Grammy-nominated), and come to dominate the female blues singer ranks, winning twenty five W. C. Handy Awards (more than any other artist). After her recovery from a near-fatal car crash in 1989, the 1990s found Taylor in films such as Blues Brothers 2000, and she opened a blues club on Division Street in Chicago in 1994, but it closed in 1999.
Taylor influenced musicians such as Bonnie Raitt, Shemekia Copeland, Janis Joplin, Shannon Curfman, and Susan Tedeschi. In the years prior to her death, she performed over 70 concerts a year and resided just south of Chicago in Country Club Hills, Illinois.
Taylor died on June 3, 2009, after complications from surgery for gastrointestinal bleeding on May 19, 2009.[5] Her final performance was at the Blues Music Awards, on May 7, 2009.
A statement from Taylor's label, Alligator Records, says visitation will be held Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Rainbow Push Coalition headquarters in Chicago. A funeral will be held Friday at 6 p.m., at the same location.
R.I.P.

To peep her singing go to :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxCa16-nxtM

AND NOW TO THE A&E in the ILLI AND MO

The big entertainment newz story that happened this week wasn’t entertainment based but involved an entertainer when actor/activist Danny Glover came to St. Louis last Wednesday. He was in town for a rally for clemency for death row inmate Reginald Clemons who was scheduled to die June 17 (his case is currently stayed by the The U.S. Court of Appeals on the legalities on Missouri’s lethal injections and not the case itself ) he attedne dteh rally that was held at Kennerly Temple Church of God in Christ in the Ville. Glover talked to Clemons on phone. At the time of visiting, Glover was reportedly scheduled to leave the country to begin filming the movie The Caribbean Macbeth in Puerto Rico and Jamaica. . Glover visited St. Louis in 2006 to rally support for Clemons. Who says Hollywood doesn’t have power beyond the stage and screen? And with Glover who has been active in human rights for years for those through his dealings with the Pan African Movement, it was definitely pressure to get something passed for Clemmons.

Young Ro

Ludy

Kenny Knox

Gena

As far as entertainment newz, the big story is the upcoming Superjam 2 concert that is going to take place this Saturday at the Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre. Last year, it was a whopping success bringing the biggest numbers ever for a hip-hop concert. This year, with all the big stars set to perform from Young Jeezy, Keri Hilson, Souljah Boy to name a few (and a surprise big time act that has yet to be disclosed), several local acts will be representing in the Mixtape segment of the concert. They are Young Ro (“Donk Dat”) , Ludy(“She Can Get it”) , Kenny Knox (“Get Ghetto”) , and Gena (”Heavy Rotation”)

In related newz, there will be several Superjam 2 afterparties goin on. Keri Hilson will “appear” (not perform) at Home Nightclub for the “Official Concert After Party” for Super Jam 2.

Then, St. Lunatic member Kyjuan aka Kyjuanwunderful,/UC ME and Trizzle of Derrty ENT will do a party at Skybox at the Llanding. Superjam 2.And speaking of Kyjuan, he had a contest going this week where the FIRST 50 PEOPLE THAT TEXTed him AT 314-295-343, he will BUY them A DRINK at Skybox . On his facebook page he wrote: “ LEAVE YOUR NAME SO I CAN KNOW WHO DRINK IM BUYING THOUGH UC ME. THE LADY AT THE FRONT WILL LOOK YOUR NAME UP AND GIVE U A DRINKING PASS , I WILL TEXT YOU U BACK IF U WON , NO MORE DUDES EITHER LOL, NOT A GIMMIC. (SEE EVENT SPOTLIGHT BELOW) Now what was Kyjuan thinking here? First off, he shoulda known everybody and they momma’s cousin’s father’s uncle’s dog's dead son-in-law were going to call his celly regardless if it was for a free drink or not. Just cuz they can text him. But we can just imagine how many texts were able to get through his celly. We are not surprised if there wasn’t a cell phone explosion with all the texts that jammed his phone. When we talked to him via Facebook he said he got the 50 names but they were still texting. Hmmm. You think? LOL. Lets hope he got his number changed.

Liquid Assets are having a special Superjam 2 After party at Lure at its weekly Red Hott Thursdays (with a *Special Appearance by STL native B SKYE aka St. Lewis
from Flavor of Love 3). Hmmm, betta watch her. She may get fist happy like she did last year at the Loft. LOL. (SEE ONGOING BITZ FOR INFO)

Also after the concert, but not in contingent with it is a party hosted by St. Louis born New England Patriots Laurence Maroney aka Club Maroney who is co-sponsoring along with Maurice G and Thrill Ballas and Bottles part 4: The First and Fly Edition. NBA and NFLers are scheduled to attend. Sat. June 13 at Club Exo. It will be hosted by Big Terence (SEE FLYER in EVENT SPOTLIGHT)

We also forgot give a shot out to new R&B sensation Jerimih who will be performing Saturday at Superjam 2. He is a Midwestener from Chi-Town. He currently has the No.1 R&B song on Billboard Hip Hop and R&B charts and its Top 5 on the Hot 100. Oh, and did yawl know that he is cousins to Day26 member Willie Taylor (whose group is also performing at Superjam 2) ?

Three St. Louis area rappers are getting their CD debut on. Last week, rapper Kenny Knox released his CD, “Poppin That Metal” (he had a CD signing at Vintage Vinyl June 5th) . On Tuesday, East St. Louis based female rap duo Unladylike (PICTURED) will release its debut CD “Certified” on Def Jam on Tuesday. TheCD features the song, Dough” and rapper Young Ro will release “The Rising Son” June 12 with a CD signing at Vintage Vinyl (SEE MOCHA’S CORNER FOR INFO)

Looks like Cards manager Tony Larussa got a twit on his hands. As reported last month, someone made up a made-up Twitter profile of La Russa, and he filed a 32 million lawsuit in the Superior Court of California but was discoled to the media this week. Larussa reportedly claimed an unauthorized page that used his name caused emotional distress by “making light of the manager's DUI charge and two Cardinals pitchers who died in recent seasons.” But the dilemma know is contradictory reports that LArussa settled with Twitter. Some reports say that La Russa told reporters that the case had “been settled.” Last Friday.
La Russa reportedly said that Twitter has agreed to pay legal fees and make a donation to his Animal Rescue Foundation (who actually filed for LaRussa) and take control of Tony Larussa’s name. Bu tthis week, Twitter says that they have not and will uphold its claim for the case to be dismissed. But from reports, LarUssa’s attorneys only did a verbal agreement for Twitter to settle with Larussa. The claim now is that the verbal agreement was not valid. Now wait a minute. First off, it was a matter of time that celebrities will start suing when people started using fake celeb names for their twits. It’s a free site and its very easy to do. Secondly, for Twitter to say they didn’t settle on the verbal agreement is quite puzzling. As fake celeb tweets continue, wouldn’t this be proof enough that Twitter should settle with LaRussa? We are willing to bet that Twitter will settle but it just didn’t get the OK from its lawyers on the agreement, Maybe Larussa rushed to tell of the settlement before the actual paperwork dried.

Rock group Aerosmith new tour Back in the Saddle Again will kick off July 10 at Verizon Wireless in St. Louis. On today, Wednesday, Lead guitarist Joe Perry joined NewsChannel 5's Art Holliday to talk about the tour and the group. To peep it go to http://www.ksdk.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=177347&catid=3

If you are into country, superstar Keith Urban will bring his Escape Together World Tourto the Scottrade Center June 11. The opener will be Sugarland

Springfield , Mo raised actor Brad Pitt is about to play the late actor Steve McQueen (PIC ABOVE)? That’s what the rumors are saying. This rumor may soon become a TRUMOR (Thats "true rumor"). The Academy ward winning sex symbol may be prepped to star in a biopic of the late sex symbol McQueen who died in 1980 from cancer. According to reports, Daniel Craig (PICTURED SECOND RIGHT) of “Casino Royale” fame, was set to play it, but the Hollywood tables have turned to Pitt. Opitt may have been the first pick because he is from Missouri and McQueen was raised in Slater, Mo. And the city holds a festival in his namesake. The movie, based on the recent book “Steve McQueen: Portrait of an American Rebel,” is set to begin production later this year. What do you think? Should Pitt play MCQueen or Craig?

Speaking of Missouri based actors, St. Louis born actor Mykelti Williamson will be joining the cast of the FOX show 24 starring as the special agent in charge of the New York CTU named Brian Hastings.

Comedian Mark Curry will perform for four nites at Dee Lee’s House of Comedy located at 801 N 2nd St. The star of “Hangin with Mr Cooper” will perform Thu. Jun 11 at 8:30pm; Fri. Jun 12 at 8:30pm and at 10:45pm; Sat. Jun 13 at 8:00pm and 10:30pm and Sun. Jun 14 at 8:30pm. For ticket info go to http://www.stlhouseofcomedy.com/

This Saturday is the 11th annual race for the Cure marathon in downtown St Louis. The event will start at 6:30 a.m. near 13th and Chestnut. For more info go to : http://www.komenstlouis.org/site/PageServer?pagename=race_information

St. Louis area artist will celebrate the Centennial b-day of the late adopted East St. Louisan//dancer/anthropologist Katherine Dunham. The vent will take place at St. Louis University High Schools Joseph Schulte Theatre
( 4970 Oakland Avenue) on June 27. The evening will include an upscale reception from 6-7 p.m. followed by performances by the Katherine Dunham workshop dancers, Slaughter Project, Afriky LoLo, Dances of India, Detroit Legacy Project, Innervision Dance Theatre, Lincoln University Dance Troupe, SIU East St. Louis Performing Company and Cordao de Ouro Capoeira-St. Louis. All proceeds will benefit the Katherine Dunham Dynamic Museum in East St. Louis. Costs: $48.00 (Lower Level Seating) $25.00 (Upper Level Seating)
Ticket Info.: Please contact Mona Brown at 618-453-3069 or email mdbrown@siu.edu or Louella Hawkins at 618-691-8595 or email lhawkin@siue.edu

To peep Ms Dunham in dance action go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?vo9Y5_G24

Alive Magazine had a party for its June issue The Hot List (FOR SOME PICS GO TO OUT 629 ) featuring the 150 winners in its poll of the Best of St. Louis. Some of the winners were I Am Sneaky for Best Streetwear, Fox 2 Sports anchor Rob Desir for Best Sportscaster and “Great Day St. Louis” as Best Morning Talk Show. For more winner info go to www.alivemag.com/

And speaking of winners, the Riverfront Times will announce the winners of the Best of Music Poll on June 16 (It will be on its blog June 15) . This past Sunday, the paper had its Music Showcase (SEE SOME of the PICS At OUT 629 ) that was held at different venues on the Delmar Loop. To celebrate, the RFT will hold a party Tuesday, June 23, at the Schlafly Tap Room with several award winners. You must RSVP to this event by Monday, June 22, at 5 p.m. to Emily Kohler at emily.kohler@riverfronttimes.com, and put "Music Awards Party" in the subject heading. AND ITS FREE It's free! And don't forget: We'll announce the music awards winners on this here blog next Tuesday afternoon, June 15.

Event promoter Mocha Latte (FIRST PIC) is back this week on Mocha's Corner and in a big way. She has placed yet another feather in her many social hats. She has now added movie publicist to her resume. She recently became one of the local publicist for the award winning St. Louis filmed and based indy movie STREETBALLERS that is coming to the Lou on screen in August. She represents its producer St. Louis native sports agent Craig Thomas of Strategic Sports Management. Thomas also acts in the film. The film stars many STL native b-ballers including Jimmy MCKinney(PICTURED) in a leading role , John Oldham and even Loose cannon promoter Wells Fargo Slim. It also has an appearance by Homegrown Ent’s Justin Tatum. It was directed by St. Louis native Matthew Scott Krentz, who also acts in the film. (SEE MOCHA’s CORNER FOR MORE INFO)

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Silky Sol will add yet another night to her STL concert schedule. Starting this Friday, she will perform at the Jazz Spot on Washington starting at 8 p.m. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL THE JAZZ SPOT AT 314-588-7866. She is also asking folk to hit her THE WEB SITE GUEST BOOK to RECIEVE A PRIVATE INVITE TO THE CD RELEASE PARTY of her CD, “A Grown Woman Talkin” IN AUGUST. Go to www.redafroqueen.com

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ALL ANALOG TVs are GOING TO SNOW IN TWO DAYS!

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There are many STL stars who are celebrating there b-days this week and weekend. One of them is STL guitarist and producer Wildmann's whop will celebrate his b-day at The Old Rock House (1200 S 7th Street) at Vanita Applebum Enterprises’ Summer Kick off show, a special edition of its series Suite Soul Spot. It will be June 10 $10 CoverDoors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. Those scheduled to perform include SILKY SOL, COREY BLACK, THERESA PAYNE, TERESA JENEE, COCO SOUL and LAMAR HARRIS.

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ADDED: Speaking of poet Corey Black, he has a new EP entitled, "Blackout" (produced by Tech Supreme) and he wants yawl to download it--for FREE. To do so, go to http://www.zshare.net/download/61123812f7f6d383/
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Congrats to STL Weightlifter Derrick Johnson who tied the National Championships Senior American Record in the Snatch Competition last Thursday in an competition held in Chi-town.

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ST. Louis based biz Showroom Shine was asking for STLians to vote for them for best Detail Shop Tuesday for the Annual Steve Harvey Hoodie Awards that is coming up in August. Good luck to them. They’ll get a free trip to Vegas regardless if they win, but let’s hope that they do.
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Two popular nightspots celebrated anniversaries last weekend. Rue 13, located on Washington Ave in downtown STL, celebrated its 8th anniversary Saturday and Drunken Fish, located on Laclede’s landing, celebrated its 6th anniversary. And speaking of nightspots, former Club Society owner Jon Burns is still under construction with his new spot Envy (we reported last week that it will be ready this weekend but that is a NO) and on his facebook page, it looks like Burns is opening the doors to yet another club called Door 64. No further info was given on either spot’s location or opening dates.

B-daze to the Geminarians: Belated b-day to female rap group June 5th (who kicked it up last week at Lure at Red Hott Thursdays) rapper Rucka Puff (PICTURED--who had it crunk we heard at Lure Tuesday) , music producer Ronnie Notch (SEE EVENT BITZ BELOW), Event promoter Big Rod (SEE MOCHA;S CORNER BELOW) , DJ76 KID aka Marlo White(SEE EVENT BITZ BELOW) new mom Indigo Sams, Fox PR’s Monica Robinson (Go East Side! LOL), visual artist Cheryl Gunnell and former OUTTOWN columnist, socialite Senora Robinson.

And lastly On June 18, OUTTOWN is going to net radio. Don’t fret, we will still do the blog, but we wanna see how the blog will air on air. Hosted by YOURS TRULY, the show will test run Thursday, June 18 at 5 p.m. CST for an hour (we will expand if the demand is there) To get all the details about it by clicking on the following link http://www.blogtalkradio.com/maatology

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IN THE MIA FILE—Where is socialite Danielle Taylor?

BLIND PICZ—Who are the two guys who was getting their party on at Stress Free Fridays 5th Anniversary Party outside of Posh last weekend?

BLIND BITZ. Which St. Louis athlete was seen recently getting his “swirl” on with the sistas on the dance floor at a recent party at a popular nightspot” (Hint. Swirl on should be a hint as far as his skin tone, he is not a native, his name is not that “small” and the two letters in the nightspot’s name are used in a childhood game)

BLIND BITZ EXTRA. Superjam 2 has a surprise national guest that is performing Saturday. We at OUTTOWN just found out who that guest is. If anyone is close before Saturday, we will let you know... on Saturday. LOL

STL –ICIOUS. Who’s hot this week? Janee and Kenny Knox and Young Ro (tie)

Janee. She is a STL native who is a local radio personality(with dem light eyez!) for the urban/hip hop station WHHL-104.1. This Saturday, she will debut her weekly networking event starting Saturday, June 13 Chic Enterprises where she will also host(along with Dj Needles of Soulution) at Black Label (SEE ONGOING BITZ BELOW)

Kenny Knox. This Gangland ENT rapper from the Lou just released his CD, “Poppin That Metal” produced by Basement Beats with an instore at Vintage Vinyl June 5. He also judged and performed at Imperial Events’ Stomp the Yard event at Roberts Orpheum Theatre last Saturday. This Saturday, he will perform as a part of the Mixtape Series at Superjam 2 featuring several local STL rappers at Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre.

Young Ro. Just fresh off his performance at the 7th Annual HIV/AIDS Awareness Walk & Health Expo at Dwight Davis Park, this teen idol in the making will perfrom as part of the Mixtape Series at Superjam 2 featuring several STL rappers at Verizon Wirelss Ampitheatre. On June 12, he will do an instore at Vintage Vinyl for his debut CD, “The Rising Son.”

WORDZ to THE WHYZ

Why are the Lakers hated by so many sports fanatics? Why didn’t the swine flu catch on as a pandemic? Why was there a hooptie parked outside of the Loft last weekend standing on 50 plus inch rims? (SEE OUT 629 FOR THE PIC) Why aren’t there many celebrations celebrating Father’s Day?

EVENT BITZ

Stingrays at Caribbean Cove Open THRU September 30, 2009 The Saint Louis Zoo is bringing the ocean to you this summer with our cool new exhibit: Stingrays at Caribbean Cove! Watch, touch and occasionally feed these unique and fascinating oceanic fish as they glide through a warm saltwater pool. Located under a new pavilion near Lakeside Cafe, 28 cownose rays and four southern stingrays will swim through a 17,000-gallon pool complete with waterfall and a lush surrounding landscape. See the "Show Me St. Louis" story on http://www.ksdk.com/.
THEN, Ray's Grill, Take a break from the action, and enjoy a relaxing meal waterside! On the menu is Jamaican jerk chicken, teriyaki pork kabobs, island burgers and more. At Ray's Island Bar, enjoy margaritas, daiquiris and beer (all available with or without alcohol), plus real fruit smoothies and other refreshing concoctions.

Tropical Traders Gift Shop Bring home a souvenir from your Caribbean adventure! Tropical Traders offers a variety of ocean-related items including plush stingrays and other sea life items, T-shirts, tropical attire, nautical gifts and more. Admission
Zoo Friends members: $1.50Non-members: $3.00Children under two are free.Admission is free the first hour the Zoo is open. Group rate for 15 or more is $2.50 per person. Please call Group Sales at (314) 781-0900, ext. 4709. See Hours, Prices & Directions for more information.

THEATRE

STRAY DOG THEATRE PRESENTS!EDWARD ALBEES HIT COMEDY. You'll Laugh Until Your Sides Ache As The Mystery Unfolds...!!!!Before there was DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES there was Cynthia, Louise, Mrs. Toothe, Jenny, & Beryl,!!Comedy and Mystery with a Twist, set In 1960's suburbiawhere money is the root of all evil...and desire!!GET YOUR TICKETS NOW TO FIND OUT ALL THE SECRETS!314-865-1995JUNE 4 - JUNE 20, 2009Thursday - Saturday at 8 PM - Saturday 6/20 at 2 PM and 8 PM$20 For Adults / $18 For Seniors & StudentsFeaturing:Julie Layton / Charlie Barron / Donna WeinstingWith:Jessica Bartz / Casey Boland / Justin Ivan BrownZack Huels / Luke Lindberg / Katie Puglisi/ Mark ZooleJennifer Zoole10 PERFORMANCES ATTOWER GROVE ABBEY2336 TENNESSEE AVE. / SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104For Tickets and InformationCALL: 314-865-1995

or www.StrayDogTheatre.org

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The Black Rep closes out its 32nd Season with BLUES IN THE NIGHT - TICKETSBy Sheldon Epps THRU - June 28, 2009 (Grandel Theatre)The universal language of the blues wails out full and strong in this dynamite "dramatic revue" of twenty-six hot and steamy numbers that tell of the sweet, sexy and sorrowful experiences three delicious women have with one very lonely, lying, cheating snake of a man who does them wrong! With little spoken text, the interweaving stories are defined through glorious songs which cover the range of this indigenous American art form, from Bessie Smith to Duke Ellington, Johnny Mercer, Harold Arlen, Alberta Hunter, Jimmy Cox, Ida Cox and more, telling of the pain and misery of life and love and also of the dogged determination to get through it all that is the essence of the blues. Showtimes:Thursdays @7pmFridays @8pmSaturdays @3&8pmSundays @3pmSTUDENT RUSH TICKETS AVAILABLE!!With Student ID, you may receive a $10 ticket no more than 30 minutes prior to the showTarget Next Generation Special:Thursday nights and Saturday matinees a child may get in free with a full price adultCall the Box Office at (314) 534-3810 for more information.

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STRESS FREE FRIDAYS at St. Louis Jazz Cafe www.stlouisjazzcafe.com

(formerly Red Moon)1500 St. Charles Street (15th and St. Charles St, between Washington and Locust) Friday, June 12, 5:00PM Phone:
314-588-0664
**Thanks to EVERYONE that made the Stress Free Fridays 5 Year Anniversary Celebations at Posh and The Delmar Lounge smashing successes...let's keep this momentum going!Join us this Friday, June 12th as Stress Free Fridays re-visits (due to popular demand and special request) St. Louis Jazz Cafe, located in the heart of Downtown St. Louis...enjoy great food/drink specials, the radiant atmosphere and the smooth R&B/Jazz sounds of the legendary Rod Tate who will be performing live and in person...NO COVER CHARGE, repeating, NO COVER CHARGE to hear this awesome master of music!Remember, Stress Free Fridays begins promptly at 5pm...EARLY ARRIVAL IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED as we will most definitely reach capacity...

**PLEASE RSVP...this is so important!**Purchase your Summer Reign 2 tickets by visiting www.lme-stl.com/summer2...**The next Taste of Success Winery Trip is on Saturday, June 20 in Herman...if you are interested in going, you need to contact Joe Jennings or Mario Wayne ASAP...if you do not have their mobile numbers, email me at maj_826@yahoo.com and I will send you this vital information.**Visit our website: stressfreefridays.ning.com and become a member of Stress Free Fridays...you can also follow Stress Free Fridays on Twitter: www.twitter.com/stressfreefri, Facebook, MySpace and ConnectWith.

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Aireez DaRychuss (A.D.) will be performing @ Art Dimensions 3rd Floor Gallery on June 12 Opening Reception for the "Large and in Charge" and "Sans Le Motif" 1214 Washington Ave. He is set to perform at 8 then again at 10pm. For mor einfo contact A.D, at ad@rychusswurd.com
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What better way to celebrate your birthday than with friends and family at one of St. Louis' sexiest venues. Hosted by b-day celbraters with TaRon, Tenesha and ZEE at the MODAI Lounge located in the EAST wing of the St. Louis Loop District. It is one block EAST of the PAGEANT at the corner of Delmar and Rosedale. there will be an ENFORCED DRESS CODE, so please join these individuals in your most respectable attire. Valet will be available as well as plenty of photographers. Get there early in order to enjoy this elaborate evening to the fullest...Happy Birthday To You All and ALL GEMINI's...\

Friday, June 12, 2009 at 9:00pm
MODAI Lounge & Sushi Bar
Street:
6100 Delmar Blvd at Rosedale Ave

Phone:
3147042808
Email:
promoterassistants@gmail.com

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"Film Friday's Presents The Taking of Pelham 123"
Friday, June 12, 2009 at 9:15pm
The Moolah Theater & Lounge
3821 Lindell Blvd
Phone:
3142658549
Email:
info@stl365.com

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Friday Night Lights at the skybox, 800 N. 3rd St. Everyone Free til Midnite, Friday, June 12. 314.276.3112.

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Jazz at the Bistro has announced a new slew of summer shows. – Adaron “Pops” Jackson, June 12-14, $15 – Funky Butt Brass Band, June 26-27, $15 – Good 4 the Soul, July 24-25, $20 – Musica Slesa, June 19020, $15 – OGD with Willie Akins, July 10-11, $20 – Jim Manley, July 17-18, $15 Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. May 12 at MetroTix outlets, www.metrotix.com, and by calling 314-534-1111. Get tickets at MetroTix outlets, http://www.metrotix.com/, and by calling 314-534-1111.

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EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Rally for Reggie Clemons, Sat. June 13, 2009 @ Lane Tabernacle Church (Isom Center), 910 Newstead (at Enright), St. Louis, MO. 314.367.5959 or 314.531.2422 for more info. Please send this Letter to the President‏

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Shakespeare Festival St. Louis: "The Merry Wives of Windsor"
Saturday, June 13 6:30p to 10:30p
at Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park, St Louis, MO
Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park Fine Arts DriveSt Louis, MO 63110(314) 531-9800

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The last McDonald’s R&B Soul Search Final will be June 13. The Finale will take place June 27. For more info go to its website.http://hot1041stl.com/Article.asp?id=1302168&spid=
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ADDED: Kappa Alpha Psi and STLonFIRE are hosting there Third Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Celebration. As a part of the charitable festivities there will be a Basketball Game titled, "Hooping for Hope". This Charity B-Ball game will be held @ Harris-Stowe University, members of Kappa Alpha Psi will take on Team STLonFIRE. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE SICKLE CELL FOUNDATION, THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT, DOORS OPEN @ 5PM, AND ADMISSION IS ONLY $5! DID I MENTION THAT ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE SICKLE CELL FOUNDATION!!!
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EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Young Jeezy

Keri Hilson

Soulja Boy Tell Em

Day26

Plies

Trey Songz

Pleasure P

LIL Boosie

Hurricane Chris

OJ the Juiceman

104.1 presents Superjam 2 featuring Young Jeezy, Keri Hilson , Soulja Boy are Day 26, Trey Songz, Plies, Jerimih, Pleasure P, Lil Boosie, Hurricane chris . OJ JUiceman coming to Verizon Wireless Amphitheater June 13. Tickets go on sale May 2 at http://www.livenation.com/, at the box office, 877-598-8703, and at select Blockbuster locations.).

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NightSociety.org presents Artistic Essence , 7:30 p.m. on June 13. It is the perfect fusion between Art and Hip Hop. Nightsociety.org, Soul U, and Patches Clothing have come together again to bring the people of metropolitan saint louis another event designed to bridge Culture...Diverstiy... and NightLife. With visionary art featured from artist Mark Weber (Info on Mark Weber) showcasing his progression over the past two decades. There will also be art exhibited from local up and coming artists throughout Saint Louis who are well-known for their creativity and style. DJ 76kiD will blend the environment with right mixture of Hip-hop, R&B, and Neo Soul. DJ 76kiD Is well known for his eclectic music selection, complimented by smooth transitions, and diverse crowd appeal. The NightSociety Socialite Models as well as the NightSociety photographers will definetely be there so you better be on point! Complimentary food and drinks will be served (while supplies last) as well as a full service bar. This will be an event you DO NOT want to miss. The atmosphere is right, the mood is set... All that's missing is you!For more info contact us at: info@nightsociety.org

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Wee Bopp Productions presents its 5 year reunion dance, a real Old School Show, 8 p.m. June 13 at Blackmons; Plaza,in downtown East St. Louis. $5 at the door. Attire: Old school, vintage, 70s .

EVENT SPOTLIGHTZ (CLICK ON PHOTOS TO ENLARGE)

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MOCHA's CORNER

HEY, HEY, HEY.......IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN. TWO, COUNT'EM 2 HOT EVENTS THIS WEEK. FIRST RODNEY "BIG ROD" OR "BIG DOG" KELLY (PICTURED) IS CELEBRATING HIS 33 BIRTHDAY, THURSDAY NIGHT JUNE 11TH AT SMOKIN' JOE'S LOCATED AT 1901 WASHINGTON AVE. @ 19TH STREET FROM 8:00PM TIL 1:00AM. GET THERE EARLY AND WACH THEM LA LAKERS BEAT UP ON THE POOR ORLANDO MAGIC(AGAIN). AFTER THE GAME IT'S PARTY TIME AS "TRIFE TRIZZLE" GETS ON THE ONE'S AND TWO'S FOR A OLD SCHOOL JAM (CUZ I'M OLD). SO A GOOD NIGHT OF OLD AND NEW FRIENDS, A GREAT GAME, MUSIC, SPIRITS AND THE KICK-OFF TO A GREAT WEEKEND.

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AND DONT FORGET SATURDAY IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEKEND AS WE PRESENTS BALLERS AND BOTTLES IV: THE 1ST AND FLY EDITION @EXO. REMEMBER LAST YEAR AT THE SKY BOX WAS CRACKING AND WE BACK.

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BIG TAHpresents SUMMER IN THE CITY, THE HOTTEST SWIMSUIT CALENDAR MODEL SEARCH/ PARTY IN THE LOU. WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE SEXIEST LADIES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE RIVER TO FILL UP A 12 MONTH SWIMSUIT CALENDAR- BECOME PART OF SITC PROMOTIONAL TEAM- PROFFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO- VIP TREATMENT- & CASH MONEY. DJ CUDDY GONE KEEP THE PARTY ROCKING AND THE SPECIAL INVITED HOST WILL KEEP THE PARTY HYPE . EVERYONE ABSOLUTELY FREE UNTIL 10PM LADIES DRINKS ON ME UNTIL 10PM REMEMBER JUNE 18TH- IT'S GOING DOWN @ THE LOFT LADIES GET IN FREE AND DRINK FREE TILL 10PM- FELLAS GET THERE EARLY - THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF LADIES.

Phone:
7130926
Email:
BIGTAH06@HOTMAIL.COM

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YUNG RO CD RELEASE Come kick it on street date with Young Ro at Vintage VinylWhat happens when a teen sensation with mad savvy meets Grammy Award Winning production? The Rising Son album from Saint Louis' Yung Ro is what happens. This album crosses between top notch hip-hop, hard hitting club anthems, & smooth R&B all rolled into one. The Rising Son release acts as a excellent backdrop to Yung Ro's smash single, "Donk Dat", which is already blazing airwaves on major radio stations. Whether you're a young school girl or a college graduate, this album has something for everybody and you can get it at Vintage Vinyl on June 12th at 4:00PM when Yung Ro stops at the store and signs copies of his brand new release.

Streetballers is an award winning film from a filmmaker groomed by Sundance, and represented by top Hollywood representation. And yes.... Living in Saint Louis. It is a truly independent project with years of hard work, thoughtfulness, and skill behind its execution and style. The extremely diverse and talented team behind Streetballers is and will be the key to all future success. We are young artist driven by love, loyalty and friendship. Our goal is to inspire as individuals and our film is a tool to inspire the masses. We're planning on opening the film in Saint Louis, MO on August 21st then expanding to various cities with a large urban/sports/college market (Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, Denver, Detroit).

We have toured the U.S. and won numerous awards through festivals. We have turned down traditional distribution outlets and decided to self-distribute the film utilizing DCI compliant technology (Digital Projection). In Saint Louis, we set two records. The highest rated film in the history of the Saint Louis International Film festival (beating Oscar winning and nominated films Juno, The Wrestler, and Slumdog Millionaire) and also the highest attendance record selling out the day before each screening.

We are looking to release the film in Saint Louis on August 21st we would like to stagger the release in other cities to late September/early October and try to release in conjunction with the LeBron James documentary being released by Lions Gate. Directed by St. Louis bred Matthew Scott Krentz, who also co-stars, Streetballers hit the festival circuit in June 2008, making its World Premiere at the Hollywood Black Film Festival. It has gone on to play in Saint Louis, Detroit, New York City, Nashville, North Carolina, and Philadelphia, winning multiple awards such as Best Dramatic Feature, an Audience Choice Award for Best Feature Film, Best Cinematography, and a Second Place Jury Award for Best Feature Film.

The Streetballers team has attached the popular indie shoe company, Greedy Genius http://www.greedygenius.com/ to create and distribute the official Streetballers shoe, at Finish Line stores this fall. We have also attached three platinum hip-hop artist to the soundtrack and will be shooting the music video this spring to help promote the film and the soundtrack.

Just over a month ago, Streetballers writer/director/producer/co-star Matthew Krentz signed with APA and Leverage Management. A portion of the proceeds from the soundtrack will be donated to several different charities. As we mentioned above the team is comprised of loyal,hardworking and loving artists who are dedicated to reaching up, reaching out and giving back to the St.Louis community.

We realize and embrace our roles as mentors.We except that responsibilty, while challenging ourselves to be the best rolemodels we can be,we stress education;because without education would not be where we are today. The Streetballers team has an extremely popular film, with a ton of street credit, and has developed a tremendous theatrical strategy of releasing the film in theatres across the U.S. with the Streetballers producer/actors and director touring with the film.

For more info go to www.streetballersthemovie.com

FOR MOCHA's TALENT SPOTLIGHT GO TO http://maatspear.blogspot.com/2009/04/out-594-stl-tidbitz-and-more.html

Check out Mocha Latte's weekly column COFFEE TALK every week in the Evening Whirl .

For more info on these items, contact Miss Latte at 314.646.9917 or sgalvin26@yahoo.com
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DA MYNISTA's SPACE

MYNISTA WELCOME TO STRAIGHT STREET CONCERT SEREIS CONTINUES: SHOW SCHEDULES Sat Jun 13 2009 11:00 AM Summer Slam St. Louis, MO Age Limit: All ages Details: 11am-2pm Show Details: 11am-2pm

Sat Jun 13 2009 6:00 PM The Gospel Jamboree Alton, IL Age Limit: All ages Tickets: See Details. Details: Adults (14+) $7.00 Children (7-13) $5.00 Show Details: Adults (14+) $7.00 Children (7-13) $5.00

Sat Jun 27 2009 10:00 AMTBASomewhere, IL Age Limit: All ages Details: TBA, Waiting On Details Show Details: TBA, Waiting On Details

Fri Jul 10 2009 7:00 PMRio's CD RElease [A Differ... St. Louis, MO Age Limit: All ages Details: TBA Harvest Tab's Church Picnic Mascoutah, IL

Sun Jul 26 09 10:30 AM TBA St. Louis, MO

Thu Aug 06 09 07:00 PM Youth Conference At The Clinic St. Louis, MO Fri Aug 07 09 01:00 PM Youth Conference At The Clinic St. Louis, MO

Sat Aug 08 09 01:00 For those of you who may not know already, my official photo album is hosted at Flickr!

Come through and check out some powerful photos of ya' dude ministerin' "in the field!" And if you have some photos of me "gettin' it in" at any of my concerts, or anything like that, please email them to me at: mynista@gmail.com

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FOX FILES

UPCOMING FOX SHOWZMARY POPPINS, AUGUST 13-30, 2009; THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, September 23-October 17, 2009

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The group OAR. Wednesday, June 10 At the Fabulous Fox Theatre! ALL SEATS $35! On-Sale Information: Purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outlets or by calling 314/534-1111. Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/.

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Bill Engvall and Frank Caliendo are coming to the Fox Theatre with a show at 8 p.m. June 19.Tickets are $35, $45, $55 and $65. A limited number of VIP tickets are available as well.Tickets are on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at MetroTix outlets, http://www.metrotix.com/, 314-534-1111, and at the box office.

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FOX CONCERT SPOTLIGHT

John Legend

India.Arie

Grammy Award winning singer/pianist John Legend will be in St. Louis at the Fox on June 30 for his GREEN TOUR to support his new Evolution CD. He is famous for such hits as “Ordinary People” “And Again” and Green Light. Co-headlining will be Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter India.Arie. She is famous for such songs as “Video,” “Brown Skin,” and “I am Not My Hair.” She just released her fourth CD Testimony: Vol. 2 Love & Politics – For tickets go to Metrotix.

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JULY FOX SPOTLIGHT

Fox Concerts presents Emmy Award winning comic/reality show star KATHY GRIFFIN Saturday, July 11 • 8 pm LIVE at the Fox Theatre! $52.50, $47.50 & $42.50 A Limited number of VIP seats are also available Recommended for Mature Audiences On-Sale Information: Tickets on sale Saturday, May 16 at 10 am! Purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outlets or by calling 314/534-1111. Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/.

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Disney Theatrical Productions and Fox Associates have announced that tickets for the St. Louis premiere of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS featuring original Broadway stars Ashley Brown and Gavin Lee will go on sale to the public on Sunday, April 26 at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available at the Fox Theatre box office and all MetroTix outlets. Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.metrotix.com/ or by calling 314-534-1111. KEZK’s Ed Goodman will be at the Fox Theatre box office where the first 102 ticket buyers will receive MARY POPPINS merchandise. Broadway’s perfectly magical musical will begin performances at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, August 13 for a limited engagement of three weeks through Sunday, August 30.

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Oscar winning comic/actor Robin Williams has recuperated from heart surgery to resume hisAn Evening withROBIN WILLIAMS“Weapons of Self-Destruction”Comedy Tour. He will make his stop in St. Louis. Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Fox Theatre at 8 p.m.Robin Williams’ postponed his performance at the Fox Theatre on March 30 because of his ailment earlier this year .Tickets for the March 30 performance will be honored at the November 1 show. If you have purchased tickets to the March 30 performance and cannot attend November 1, please contact Metrotix.All remaining seats are on sale Thursday, May 14 at 10am. Purchasetickets at the Fox Box Office, metrotix outlets or by calling 314/534-1111. Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/.

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MISTA DJ & RONNIE NOTCH'S "BAD AS SHE WANNA BE" BIKINI BIRTHDAY BASH WE CALLIN OUT ALL OUR SEXY LADIES 2 COME KICK IT WITH US 2 HELP US BRING IN ANOTHER YEAR OF BEIN ON THIS EARTH... THIS WILL ALSO HOLS AS THE OFFICIAL BIRTHDAY PARTY OF MISS DESIREE' OF XCLUSIVE ENT. LADIES: IMMA NEED FOR U 2 GO HIT UP THE MALL & FIND THAT ONE BIKINI SWIMSUIT THAT U BEEN WANTIN 2 SHOW OFF THAT SEXYAZZ BODY OF URS(TOP & BOTTOMS ARE WELCOMED) & GET ALL THE CRUNCHES & SIT UPS IN U CAN FROM NOW TIL 6/14/09 CUZ WE WILL BE HAVING A BIKINI CONTEST & U WILL BE WALKIN THE CATWALK(I KNO UVE BEEN 2 THE VENUE SO U KNOW WHAT THAT IS ALEADY) & STRUTTIN UR STUFF.

Start Time:
Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 10:00pm
End Time:
Monday, June 15, 2009 at 3:00am
Location:
THE VENUE 5960 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING
Street:
5960 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING
PS: DONT FORGET THE FRIDAY BEFORE THAT 6/12/09 WE WILL BE @ THE SKYBOX ERRBODY FREE TIL MIDNIGHT!!!!!! SHOWTIME MG,XCLUSIVE ENT,& ZERO44 ENT.

Phone:
3142763112
Email:
MISTADJ@ATT.NET
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MPAC & Liquid Assets
Present Tastemakers
This month's installment Mo Spoon of MPAC has teamed with Phil of Liquid Assets. Ladies are FREE til 11 and unlimited martinis for ladies for only $10 all night long!
Start Time:
Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 9:00pm
Location:
Lure Night Club
Street:
1204 Washington Ave.
City/Town:
Saint Louis, MO

Phone:
3142265777
Email:
mosoul@sbcglobal.net
or email liquidassetsevents@yahoo.com

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PARTY IN THE PLAZA 5pm – 8pm Westport Plaza “Village” This year the Party is finally going to be “IN” the Plaza and NOT in the parking lot! You don’t want to miss it! Event goers will be able to freely walk around the village (in the designated event area) with food and drinks, while listening to two great live bands. Participating Westport Plaza establishments include Bradford’s Pub, Casa Gallardo, Ice Kitchen, Ozzie’s Restaurant & Sports Bar, Paul Mineo’s Trattoria, Pujols 5, Sheraton Chalet Hotel, Trainwreck Saloon and Westport Pizza Co.

Mark your calendars for all the Parties “In” the Plaza:

June 18 KING PINPLASTIC

July 16 Doc Rocs Party Band

August 20 Spin Physics (Steve Leslie Band)FatPocket

September 17 Loud Mouth Soup (4 pi)Carry the Zero

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RACE AROUND THE LOU Date: June 20, 2009 Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm Metropolis St. Louis is holding its 5th Annual Race Around the Lou event on June 20th. This event closely resembles the CBS hit show “Amazing Race”. Contestants begin at a centralized starting point where teams of two are given a map, clues, and all day Metro fair. The goal is to be the first team to return to the finish line after having visited designated landmarks and completing a required task/challenge. The top three teams will win either a cash prize or a gift basket full of prizes and gift certificates from local businesses. So grab a friend and join the race!Tickets can be purchased through paypal by clicking on: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5059666
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POWER STILETTO ENTERTAINMENT
kicks off the summer with a
SUNDRESSES AND LINENS SOIREE

WHEN: June 20, 2009
9PM-3AM
WHERE: VITO'S
3515 LINDELL BLVD
ADMISSION: $5 ALL NIGHT!
EMAIL: INFO@POWERSTILETTO.COM

ATTIRE AND AMBIANCE:
SUMMER SEXY AND OH SO FABULOUS!!!!

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Starting June 20, they will host SCHOOL DAZE, at BBC Asian Café and Bar located at 2413 N Laclede Blvd, THE FIRST MONTHLY HIGH SCHOOL REUNION EVENT. ALL ST. LOUIS HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES ARE WELCOME. EVERY MONTH THEY WILL HAVE A SPECIAL GUEST SCHOOL WHERE ALL THE ALUMS FROM THAT SCHOOL CAN RSVP FOR REDUCED ADMISSION. DRINK SPECIALS AND FREE FOOD ALL NIGHT ANDA SPECIAL GUEST DJ EVERY MONTH AND FREE ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE FROM 9 TO 10. FOR MOREINFO Phone: 3146301776 ..................

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Tom Joyner Morning Show personality J Anthony Brown will bring his ha-ha on at The Ambassador, 9800 Halls Ferry Road, June 20. Opening will be comedians B. Cole and Shang and singer Coco Soul. Ticket prices are $35-$40, and those ticket prices include the after party. Call 618-558-7974, 314-869-9090
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Lastly, rap legend Kurtis Blow will perform. At 7 p.m. June 20 at Binions, 5917 Delmar Boulevard. The concert is part of the venues Ol Skool Saturdays series. He is famous for such hits as “Breaks,” “Basketball,” and “If I Rule the World.” Tickets are $20.
Charlie Wilson, the former lead singer of the Gap Band, will perform at 7:30 p.m. June 21 at the Ambassador.Tickets are $49.50-$59.50, on sale now at MetroTix outlets, www.metrotix.com, 314-534-1111, and at the venue
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Soul U Presents: ADAM & EVE
FEATURING: ARCHIE THE MESSENGER & MS. K-LOVEONE NIGHT – ONE SHOW – ONE LOVEDoors Open at 8:00PM – Show at 9PMHosted By: Xplicit + DJ 76kiDTICKETS AVAILABLE NOW ONLINE (75 discounted tickets available) at http://soulive.eventbrite.com/Advanced Tickets: $7.00 At Door: $10.00 Soul Pass Members: $5.00Type:
Location:
The Jazz Spot
Street:
400 N. Washington Ave
City/Town:
Saint Louis, MO

Phone:
3143877157
Email:
info@souluonline.com
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PARTY EVENT

The Kappas Presents White Party June 25 at the Kappa House (CLICK ON PIC FOR INFO)

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www.bfreepaparazzi.com
Presents Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen We have 2 days of showings! Friday & SaturdaySo make one or make 'em both!!Friday, June 26th - 9:30pmSaturday June 27th - 4:30, 7:00 & 9:00pm

Location:
MOOLAH THEATER & LOUNGE
Street:
3821 Lindell Blvd
City/Town:
Saint Louis, MO

Email:
info@bfreepaparazzi.com
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EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Soul Stylz Lifestyle & Entertainment Co.USA“Fashion For A Cause” is an annual Fashion show to help build awareness in the African American community about Breast Cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among African American women; an estimated 20,000 new cases of breast cancer are expected to occur among African American women in 2009. So join us Sunday June 28, 2009 for a night of Fashion with a cause, for the Annual "Fashion For A Cause" Swimwear 09 Fashion Show. A portion of the proceed will benefit the National Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation. Sponsored ny Nuvo Sparkling Liqueur at Exo Lounge3146 Locust. St.Louis MO 631366:00PM - 9:00PM After Celebration to follow Admission $10.00 Complimentary Cocktails Until 7PMAdvance Ticket $7.00 Click Here http://fashionforacausestl.eventbrite.com/ Please consider advance Tickets and or early arrival as a means to guarantee seating. For bottle service or dinner reservations please contact 314.497.3861

FAIR STLOUIS/LIVE ON THE LEVEE

Angie Stone

Gretchen Wilson

Lupe Fiasco

Fair St. Louis and Live on the Levee festivities starting in July. The big name coming to Fair St. Louis (July 3-5) is the pop rock group CountingCrows who will kick off the festivities July 3. The three days of interest to OUTTOWN fall under three specific Live On the Levee nights; THEY ARE: Grammy Award nominated R&B singer Angie Stone who will perform under the Archgrounds, July 24 at 6 p.m. The openers are STL’s Soul Alliance (featuring coco Soul) and LeAndra. On July 25, Grammy Award winning Granite City, Ill bred country superstar Gretchen Wilson will perform. Her opener is St. Louis trio Pearl Heart.For the hip-hopper, Grammy Award winning Chicago native rapper Lupe Fiasco will perform at 6 p.m. Aug. 1. The opener is STL underground rapper/producer Black Spade.Others performing on LOTL are Sonic Youth ( July 17). Little Feat ( July 18) and Guster (July 31)All the concerts are free. For more info go to http://www.celebratestlouis.org/Celebrate/index.cfm +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++\\\

The Griot Musuem of Black History Presents A Carnival in July Here's another chance to catch some beads, dance in the streets at a multicultural celebration of music, dance and food! Saturday, July 11, 2009 12:00pm - 6:00pm The Griot Museum of Black History Street: 2505 St. Louis Ave. Phone: 3142417057 Email: blkwaxmusm@aol.com
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Rock legend Chuck Berry headlines the “Three Stars Over the Garden” concert at 8 p.m. July 24 at Missouri Botanical Garden’s Cohen Amphitheater. Tickets go on sale at noon May 11 at www.mobot.org/tickets
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Comic/singer/actor Jamie Foxx’s “Intuition: Tour here in St. Louis at the Chaifetz Arena July 24. Tickets for the superstar will go on sale at 10 a.m. May 29. Tickets are $45.75-$69.75, available at MetroTix outlets, www.metrotix.com, 314-534-1111, and at the box office.

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Also, don't forget to purchase your Summer Reign ticket ! Party with LME July 24 -26 at the Lake of the Ozarks. Event and lodging information can be found http://www.lme-stl.com/.

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BOOK BITZ

St. Louis native Toriano Porter has a new book out called, “The Pride of Park Avenue.” Combining cool, reflective narrative, free-flowing prose and authentic character dialogue, The Pride of Park Avenue is a collection of emotionally charged personal essays about life, loss and pain, character-driven flash fiction passages of love and betrayal, action-helmed coming of age short stories centered on the pursuit of the American Dream, painstaking, tragedy-filled poetry and insanely written gonzo blog entries that form one of the more daring works of the last quarter century. For more info on the book go to www.myspace.com/prideofparkavenue

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St. Louis Minister Releases Second Book “Amazing Grace: The Storm IsPassing Over”At a time when people are losing it all and feeling hopeless, Rev. BurtonBarr encourages us with his second book, “Amazing Grace,” that the stormis indeed passing over. After being held down by a mob, while theyinjected heroin-filled needles into the veins of this young minister, atage 21; Rev. Burton Barr Jr., was not aware of the 20 year struggle thatawaited him. Rev. Barr gives 22 lessons and examples of how he, throughfaith and prayer, was able to turn overcome hopelessness.Contact Author: Burton Barr Jr.Phone: 314-363-8679hoodlum_preacher@charter.net www.kobaltbooks.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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BREAKFAST IN BED, THE VOICES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE" AUDITIONS TO BE HELD AT THE SHELDON CONCERT HALL(www.thesheldon.org) JULY 6-7TH, 2009. 6-10 pm WE ARE LOOKING FOR 10 WOMEN OF DIVERSE ETHNICITIES AND AGES. PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA MOBILE OR EMAIL. 314.827.7377 OR info@themonarchtheatreproject.com.

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MTV's MADE is Casting for Model Types Are you. . . - one of those girls that everybody tells you that you should be a model? - a tomboy who has always struggled with finding your girly side? - a book worm who wants to break out of your shell? SEEKING: FEMALES (any ethnicity) - We are not looking for girls with model experience. Please fully review our website: “MyModelExperience.com” If you already have a strong set of quality digital pictures that make up your portfolio you can submit them to us for evaluation on our “Contact” page. If you do NOT already have the proper professional digital images and would like to be scheduled to shoot with a top fashion photographer in your area you can view our portfolio building packages on our “Services” page and call us when you are ready to properly build your portfolio. Please fully review our website: “MyModelExperience.com
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“Let America Be America Again”The Black Rep SPASummer Performing Arts 2009Ages 8 – 17July 6 – August 14, 2009Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmStudents bring their lunch.Location: The Black Rep/MonsantoCenter for Performing Arts Education1717 Olive Street, 4th FloorSt. Louis, MO 63103During this six week Monday through Friday summer program participants will experiment in new activities like script writing, music, acting, theatre arts crafts, set design, costume design and lighting, while enjoying a wealth of other opportunities to stimulate the mind and body.We welcome beginners, while challenging the most experienced. Participants learn and benefit from dedicated professionals offering superior guidance and leadership. Whether singing, acting, painting, dancing or playing an instrument, our participants thrive in this group of like-minded youth.This performance-based format will encourage young people and allow them to experience the opportunities of the adult theatre world without it’s pressures of time, success or failure.The Lisa Colbert Essay Contest included.There will be 2 culminating performances:Friday evening, Aug. 14 and Saturday afternoon, Aug. 15Enrollment is limited to the first 30 students.COST: $150.00 per week / $900 for 6 weeksRegistration deposit: $50.00Deadline: May 15, 2009For registration or more information, contact:Linda Kennedy(314) 534-3807, ext. 235..................................

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KMJM personality Tammi Holland sent OUTTOWN an uplifting email from dress collector Tracie Ousley.It reads:There have been a lot of parents that have lost their jobs and have daughters that may not be able to participate in a day that you can never get back, their senior prom. I was sitting at home one evening and was thinking,” what can I do to make a difference.” As I was going through my closet, I came across some formal dresses that I had from either weddings or formal events, it struck me. “I can start a collection and give back to the community.” So I called a girlfriend of mine and she thought that this was a wonderful idea. So here we are. Let’s make a difference in a young lady’s life.Ousley, a Vashon High School Alumni Lounge Is sponsoring a Prom Dress Collection & Sell-A-Thon to raise funds for a 2009 graduating senior.Please go to this link to download flyer with additional informationhttp://www.workshop.scbcreative.com/ +++++++++++++++++++ The Better family Life Leadership Academy is seeking young men to teach them the basics of manhood. They will be educated about the importance of employment, family and neighborhood responsibility. For more info, call Errol Bush at 314.381.8200 or visit the Community Outreach office, located at 6017 Natural Bridge ………………………Actress Shawn Guy Pitts is seeking help: Recently, she received her official certificate as a certified trained S.A.R.T. Advocate through the YWCA.S.A.R.T. (stands for Sexual Assault Response Team.)As an advocate, she will be on-call to respond to victims of sexual assault and rape that present to the emergency room and provide them with support, empowerment, and resources. As with any non-profit organization, funds are always an issue. This year, the deficit is even greater as well as the number of women who are beginning to report these devastating crimes.We are approaching the holiday season, which for many is a time of giving and sharing. She ask that you PLEASE consider donating money to the Sexual Assault Center. Women (and sometimes men) present to the emergency room from all walks of life, economic standing, and backgrounds as victims.The YWCA Sexual Assault Center provides counseling, clothing, advocacy, resources, etc. to victims. Your donations will help to make this awesome refuge bigger and better. If you donate AFTER November 1st, you can send your donations DIRECTLY to the Center at 140 N Brentwood, Clayton, MO 63105. ....................................Nar Js Music Evangelist Nakisha Joseph, 7740 Dale Ave. 314.313.2288............................ G & G Casting is currently scouting talent. Based out of Chicago, G &G was hoping to connect with some folks in St. Louis. If you know of any individuals who are serious about their craft and have experience and/or professional head shots and resumes please let me know. G & G is currently revising their web site, but they do have a basic splash page. I have attached the link as a reference: http://www.gandgcasting.com/ Please direct talent to me, that I may review their material and touch base with each individual before it’s forwarded to the Executive Director. If talent sends incomplete or inadequate material directly to G & G it may get discarded. Call or e-mail me with any questions. Talk to you soon!Tamekeyo House630-729-4169......................................Joel P. E. King, owner of JPEK CreativeWorks LLC and The Space, wants to make an offer to those of you who are in search for party and event space. Close to 2,000 square feet of available space for your next event, wedding party, baby shower, art exhibition and more. Here at The Space, you will acquire elegance, convenience and wonderful hospitality. The Space located at 320-24 N.Vandeventer (off Lindell Blvd. in SLU area) Contact:314.494.5976 or 314.494.9095................

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EXO LOUNGE & ABSOLUT BLACK 100 VODKA PRESENTS - "SALON SUNDAYS" calling all salon owners, barbers, cosmetologists students and clients. * 8 p/m/ Come party at The Loft this Thursday...FREE Drinks and FREE Admission for all Ladies until 11PM!!!!! Still Have $75 Vox Vodka Bottles! Doors Open at 9PM For FREE Bdays, Booths, and Bottle Service call 314.769.6723 ++++++++++++++++++++++++

Big Terrance. Starting June 14 former Club Society hypeman Big Terrance will host Black Sundays at Black label . DJ Epic will be on the 1s and 2s. The event will be Sponsored by Party Boyz ENT , Info: 314.795.8523….

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NEW:The Sunday Nite Mixx Tape at the Delmar Lounge, home of the hottest industry night in the loop. You have been workin hard all week and now it’s time for you to relax and enjoy Libations from your favorite Lounge and Tunes from your favorite DJ. Every Sunday Night we host a feast for your ears. The Sunday Nite Mixx Tape is connecting the musical dots with latin, funk, soul, rock and hip hop. Constantly searching for the perfect beat, DJ Up-Town takes you on a worldwide journey, all from the comfort of St. Louis' favorite late night chill spot.Sunday Night specials$2 Domestic Beer$2 Wells$3 CallsDoors at 11pm DJ Up-Town, The People's Champ, on the 1’s and 2’s takin’ care of you all night long with special guest DJ Jzen...Tell you friends and come relax and let loose.www.myspace.com/djuptownstlmyspace.com/thedelmar ++++++++++++++++++++

First Sundays at Lights On Broadway, 8344 N Broadway, hosted by comedian Jessie Taylor. Show starts at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.Soup Kitchen presents a Taste of Healing every 1st Sunday of the month feat. DJ G and Needles at JMRJ Soul Food Restaurant, 2800 Olive Blvd below the Heritage House 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. $10 Web-site: http://www.myspace.com/alsmile +

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Silky Sol at Janae’s West (75550 Olive at Hanley) starting at 5 p.m. and every 4th Sunday thereafter. As Sol says “Go get Mom, Dad, Uncle Pete, Aunt Mary and come enjoy SOUL & BLUES- $3 COVER -$3. DRINK SPECIALS - $3. FOOD SPECIALS. For more info contact her at 314-922-9474Email:mailto:silkysol@yahoo.comomHi Pointe Café presents Open Mike for hip hoppers every Monday at 9:30 p.m. at Cusamanos, 7147 Manchester. Hosted by J Narko, Twizy, and Rob. Info: 584.9641. Phone: 3144434129 Email: h2cafehiphop@gmail.com ==+++++++++++++++++++++

NEW: Every last Monday of the month after that, H2 Cafe Hip Hop Mondays will host" iSPEEK ".....a monthly event showcasing local poets ans spoken words artists from the St. Louis area along with artists from around the country. The 1st installment of iSPEEK will feature :$5 @ the doorLADIES FREE TILL 11pmWe will also have theOPEN MIC FREESTYLE SESSION goin on like each and every Monday Night.DJ SPEC &DJ TRACKSTAR are the tune selectors..Hosted by:ROB BOO2 for 1 Well Drink/ Import Beers.Any artist wanting to be booked, please contact me h2cafehiphop@gmail.com;314-443-4129 or hit me up onFacebook. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

NEW: LEGENDS IN DA GAME Presents'THE INSTANT CLASSIC'(Magnificent Monday's)At Escalade 7828 Olive BlvdClassic Music By: DJ Charlie Chan / Hot 104.1Hosted By Craig Blac / The RenegadeDoors Open @ 8pm / Ladies Are Free Til 10pm3 For 1 Martini SPECIALS THROUGHOUT THE NITE!!! (Ladies Only)Sponsored By JB Entertainment The Magnificent Atmosphere Powered By 'The Klassy Models' FOR MORE INFORMATION OR VIP BOTHS CALL 314 440 9855Phone:3144409855Email:craigblac@gmail.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

STL Informer Presents.. Hustle Grynd Hustle Tuesdays.. $2 drinks til 12am.. Ladies Your Free Til 11pm.. Ladies $5 After 11pm.. Men $5 Til 11pm $10 Gen.. @ Club Viva 408 N. Euclid 63103.. 2 blocks from Delmar.. In the Central West End.. Doors open @ 9pm.. Artist Get Free Song Before 10pm.. Come out and show em yo hustle.. More Info 314-477-4018. .

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HGH Tuesdays @ Club Viva COVERLadies Free Til 11pmMen $5 Til 11pm $10 GENDoors Open @ 9pmLOCATIONClub Viva (Central West End)408 North EuclidiNFO: 314-477-4018OR stlinformer@gmail.COM +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Tantalizing Tuesdays at the Avenue, 1901 St. Louis Ave. Free Appetizers, All nite drink specials, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.. No White Tees. Info call Jerri at 314.922.6794. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

NEW: TINI TUESDAYS. $2 DRINKS! DJ Epic on the 1's and 2's setting the vibe right! We Got one of the LIVEST HOST "CHELLE" on the mic. With Speical Guest coming through from time to time. This Tuesday one of STL's Hottest Artist will be coming through to chill with us, the one and only "PLAYBOY RO" The man behind the STL Classic "Hey Nikki"!!$3 cover, Ladies Free TIL 10:30 And Look Good Feel Good Salon and Spa will be in the building giving FREE Massages for the ladies!!!!!!

Darius Bradford’s The Big Joker present Funny Phat Tuesdays located inside Lights On Broadway Twilight Room/Lights on Broadway in New Baden. $10. ++++++++++++++++

JE presents Soul Sessions every Tuesday. At The jazz Spot, 400 N Washington, Live music brought to you by Music UnlimitedDJ Enoch Is Real on the 1's and 2'sOpen Mic for poets, singers, spoken word,comedians and musiciansSign-up is from 8:00-8:45, so artist get there early!!Door prizes and give-aways For more info and venue info contact www.myspace.com/soulsessions01 ++++++++++++++++++++

Two Dollar Tease Me Tuesdays Comedy Show at the Twilight Room 8344 North Broadway, St. Louis MO. Call 314.385.4545 for more info.‏ Suite Soul Spot, 1st Tuesday of each Month at the Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th Blvd. 9 p.m. 314-588-0505.2 Dollar Tuesdays at The Spot, 8370 N Broadway. $2 to get in and $2 drink specials all nite long. Doors at 9 p.m. for more info call 314.385.4545.................. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ :

HOT 104.1’s Staci Static, Tony J & DJ Cuddy hosts “SIN CITY Tuesdays” Every Tuesday at Studio Blu. 8909 Natural Bridge RdSt Louis, MO 63121(314) 426-3337Doors open at 6p-1am. Admission is Free before 10p. Celebrating Staci Static’s 10th year Anniversary in Radio!! Dress code-Casual and Sexy and no white tees. You must be 25 yrs and over-(Tues night only) for more info. 426-3337. +++++++++++++++++++++++++

NEW: DJ Needles and Promoted by RK of Precision Start Time: 9:30pm Location: SUGAR Lounge (14th & Washington Ave. Street: 1405 Washington Ave AMPLIFIED Wednesdays is your new means of giving St. Louis' own, DeeJay Needles, a reason to share with you the relationship of the input to the output of an amplifier with his unique style of spinning ALL your favorites.Enjoy a FREE evening at SUGAR Lounge in the Downtown Loft District with a plentiful list of drink specials courtesy of...well, you never know! Just be prepared to relax, dance and drink your way through the HUMP DAY! Phone: 3147042808 Email: djneedles76@gmail.com
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Wee Bopp, Wee Stepp, Wee Slide every Tuesday at Club Illusion in East St. Louis, 6 p.m.$2 cover. Free fish with drink purchase. Win CDs. +++++++++++++++++++++++++

Vanita Applebum Entertainment presents SUITE SOUL SPOT every second Wednesday of the month at Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th Street. $10 collar, Info: www.myspace.com/vanitaapplebumwww.myspace.com/ 314-517-8987 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++

UPDATE: SOULSTAGE every Wednesday at NUBIA CAFE on 5860 Delmar Blvd. at 7:30 p.m. Show at 8:30 p.m. $5 at door. Food and drinks available. For more info call 866.201.4779 ext.555 or email at info@soulstarent.com or http://www.soulstarent.com/ The Month of May is underway at SoulSTAGE (Soul Music Month) Don’t miss ANY of these exciting weeks!!! May 6th – Wildmann * May 13th – Lamar Harris * May 20th – Theresa Payne * May 26th – Tebe Zalango +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Fusion with DJ Needles of the Solution, Wednesdays at Posh, 408 N Euclid, 8 p.m. 21 Y.O. and up NO HATS FELLAS. FREE Roc-a- Star presents Refreshin with DJ NeedlesThursdays at Xes behind the Drunken Fish, 612. N. 2ndSt. Lacledes Landing. Ladies FREE til 11 p.m..............

+++++++++++++++++++ Lamar Harris and The L, Wednesdays at 8 p.m. til midnite and Saturdays at 8 p.m. at Delmar Restaurant and Lounge6235 Delmar Blvd. Free before 10 p.m. 314-725-6565 ·

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Home Nights Old School Reunion, Wednesdays at St.Nicks, 1805 Lucas 8 p.m. to midnite. DJ Reminise on the 1s and 2s. Info: 314.392.7882 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Wall Street Wednesday's "Where The Professionals Play"What: MixerHost: TheKonnection7:30pmWhere: POSH (CENTRAL WEST END)To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=54132723156&aref=20829215 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

All The Way Live Wednesdays hosted by Darius Bradford at Joker’s inside Lights on Broadway, 8344 N. Broadway, at 7 p.m. hosted Darius Bradford +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

DJ Epic presents Happy Hour at TJ Billy Buffets, 9004 Overland Wednesdays at 5 p.m. Free BBQ and cheap drinks. Info: 314.427.1616 iamdjepic@gmail.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Soul U Returns Back Home To Culture Cafe for a new spin on performance. Artist will be performing & recording a CD live. This event will feature ONE artist (Spoken Word/Jazz/NEO Soul/ Hip Hop) monthly. Following the recording DJ 76kiD will take you on musical journey while you sit, chill, relax, and unwind....Definitely a MUST ATTEND!!!!Doors Open at 7:30 - Recording at 8:30Cover $5 (Soul Pass Members $3 Door Cover)For Information on recording your project live, contact Brandon at 309-706-8461.

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The House of Comedy presents THURSDAY NIGHT COMEDY & KARAOKEEVERY THURSDAY NIGHT @ THE STL HOUSE OF COMEDY801 NORTH SECOND STREET..THINK YOU CAN BLOW (SING THAT IS) WELL PUT YOUR VOCALS THROUGH THE TEST THIS THURSDAY NIGHT...CASH PRIZE FOR THE BEST!!!! AND YOU KNOW WE GOTTA KEEP THE COMEDY GOING...DOORS OPEN AT 7..HAPPY HOUR TILL 8 THEN LET THE SINGING BEGIN. Info: 3142415233Email:THEDEELEEGROUP@GMAIL.COM ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

From the originator of the Soulful Thursday Night comes a brand new vibe for music heads to experience. DJ Needles invites you to escape to a world of GOOD MUSIC. From Nu Soul to Old School, Dancehall to Afro Beat, Rare Groove to Hip Hop...It's DJ Needles' triumphant return to Thursday nights.Upstairs Lounge, Churchill's, Nik's Wine Bar, 609-If you've been to any of these joints in the past decade on a Thursday with Needles, you know whatz up...Don't miss the 1st night of a new Thursday tradition.ILL VIBE @ NUBIA CAFEPhone:3143678200 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Dynasty ENT. And DIVA Thursday's " Every First Thursday DIVA Thursdays Diva Models Every First Thursday DIVA Thursdays Location: THE LOFT Street: Olive & Compton 9 p.m. DivaThursdays@gmail.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

UPDATE : FreeTime and LME pair up for Groove Theory at Exo Lounge (3146 Locust) . This go round LME is bringing VS to EXo where a hip hop artist battles another via the 1s ad 2s and the crow decides.. Must be 21 to enter. Stylish attire required. And if you haven't tried it yet, NUVO will definitely be in the building sampling from 8:30-10PM! Enjoy responsibly.RSVP for FREE admission before 10pm! Email: http://us.mc597.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose? to=freetimestl@yahoo.com by 4pm Thursday. Must include full name & email for each guest.For VIP booths and bottle service call 314.397.4007. Or visit http://www.freetimestl.com/ OR ,Email:info@lme-stl.comPhone:3147538070Email:ottonichols@gmail.com

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NEW: Atomic Cowboy presents The Basement Thursdays 10pm-3am 18 and up $5 before 1:30am FREE after 1:30 bringing in touring acts every week. MC's come in and network...get yourself on the road and chat with the top locals. Fans come in to hear the newest in underground Hip Hop. Atomic Cowboy, 4140 Manchester Ave. 314.775.0775

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The Laff Out Loud Comedy Series hosted by Maurice G is Thursday nights, 8 p.m., New Ambassaor 9800 New Halls Ferry Road. Get more information at 314-869-9090. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Drama House Thursdays @ The In Spot, 5854a Delmar- Clean Comedy‏ . Doors at 8 p.m., Show at 9 p.m. $5 http://www.inspotlounge.com/

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Karaoke Thursdays Los Angeles Style Every Thursday at Club Illusion, 526 EasT Broadway in east St,. Louis. $2 Chicken wings and fires. Show at 9:30 p.m. Sign up by 9 p.m. Info: 618.567.8912.

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M5 Entertainment presents Rhythm and rhyme Thursdays every Thursdays. Calling all hip-hop artists, poets, singers. Royal Palace Restaurant and Lounge, 4266 Natural bridge at Lamdin. Sign up by 8:30 p.m.. Show at 9:30 p.m., Admission FREE before 9 p.m., $5 After wards.

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Arab Money and MPR ENT, Liquid Assets, beginning Thursday, April 9, 2009 at 9:00pm at Lure NightClub , 1204 Washington Ave. with Redd Hott Thursdays, This is a new way to start a jump off to your spring and summer Thursday's @ Lure Nightclub on washington Ave. and Tucker. We giving away money to the sexiest ladies in the club each and every Thursday. No competition, no contact, just be there! Fella's come out to experience a new way of partying in a sexy atmosphere. This club is upscale and will bring the vibe out to get the party started! Come party with us on April 9, 2009 for the second installment of "Get Money"!!!+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Dynasty presents Diva Thursdays, 10:00pm at The Loft! FREE Drinks and FREE Admission until 11PM for all the ladies! $75 VOX Vodka Bottle Specials. Phone: 3147696723Email: divathursdays@gmail.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Made Models LLC presents TGIF at Skybox. 10 p.m. Ladies FREE all nite. For more info call 314.761.9962.

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FRIDAY NIGHTS at 609 LoungeEvery Friday St. LouisHost:DJ Charlie Chan and DJ Okay, :609 Lounge (Across from DELMAR LOUNGE)Street:609 Eastgate St (1 block WEST of Skinker at Delmar) Phone:3147219168Email:fridaynightsat609@gmail.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Cafe Soul every last Thursday the Loft on Olive in Midtown. Info: 314. 504.7405 and Email:cafesoulstl@yahoo.com

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Poet/educator MK Stallings is bringing back Urban Hang Suite at Legacy Bookstore. The set will return to the venue located at 5249 Delmar, at 8:30 p.m.(and every Friday thereafter), where poets are featured, a new poetry set at Legacy Books & Cafe (5249 Delmar). . Info: 314.361.2182.
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The Virtual Lounge Expressions, A Christian based open mic every 1st Friday, Cookies jazz and More #20 AllenBlvd. Webster Groves, Mo. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cover $10. For more info go to http://www.thevirtualounge.net/ ++++++++++++++++++++++
ADDED: Blackmons Plaza presents Funny First Fridays Comedy Explosion and Afterparty Hosted by Jaylee Thomas, located on Collinsville AVE in East St. Louis. Doors at 10 p.m., Show at 11 p.m. $10 Cover. Info: 618.531.8522
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ADDED: Club CAsino presnets Funny Fridays every 1st and 3rd Fridays hosted by Ms Funy, doors at 7 p.m., Show at 8 p.m., located at 6830 State Street in East St. Louis, $20 fee no Drink Minimum. Info: 618.920.0953 or 618.972.0987
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Open Bar Fridays at House of Comedy. $20 Drink Free All Nite plus a ticket to a comedy show 801 N 2nd St. St. Louis 241-5233 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Spectrum presents "Friday Night at the Sky Box "EACH & EVERY Friday"Sky Box Sports Bar & Grill beginning Friday, October 3 at 9p to 3am Where: Sky Box Sports Bar & GrillTo see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=41828731487

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Majic Happy Hour at the Loft every Friday 6-8pm for Majic Happy Hour at the Loft. Come experience a Taste of Majic with our Flavor of the Week Drink Special and complimentary hors d'oeuvres, plus live jazz music! WHAT: Majic Happy Hour every Friday at the Loft! WHEN: Friday, May 1st WHERE: The Loft, 3112 OliveClick Here to Win a Majic Happy Hour VIP booth!

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Big Tah presents The R - Relax- Release -Relate Party-9 p.m. At The Loft Every 2nd Friday of The Month For A Place For The Hardworking Folks To Come Take A Load Off- Mix And Mingle With St. Louis Socialites, While Enjoying Food & Drink Specials. VIP & Bottle Service Is Available-Everybody Absolutely Free Until 11pm- DJ Cuddy On The 1's & 2's - Enjoy Complementary Drinks By Vox Vodka and Dj Cuddy Will Still Be Celebrating His 2 Year Anniversary. Book Your B Day Party With Us.Contact info: 314/713/0926Email:bigtah06@hotmail.com

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Urban Causal Fridays hosted by Bishop V-Luv, HappyHour at Spruills, 1101 N. Jefferson. Free from6p.m.-9p.m. (2 for 1) Free food 9 p.m.-11p.m. Drink specials until midnite. Party 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Ladies free til 11 p.m. for more info call 314.574.9601 or314.625.4595 or go to www.myspace.com/URBANCASUALFRIDAYS ++++++++++++

All Star Inc presents Grown Folks Friday at St. Louis happy Hour bar and Grill, 12948 Halls ferry at Parker Rd., with DJ Sir Thirl. Ladies Free til 11 p.m. FREE Parking. Status Fridays every Friday at Dolce Ladies $5 before 11 p.m. 9 p.m.-3 am ++++++++++++++++++

Party with Kiki from 10p-1a! Live Broadcast Every Friday! Deuces Wild Fridays at the ALL NEW St. Louis Nites. $2 admission and drink specials til midnight. Doors open at 10p. St. Louis Nites, located at 8384 N Broadway. For more information call 314-385-4545.

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NEW: Freaknik Fridays @ Blackmons PlazaGrown & Sexy College EventsHost: VIP DIVAS MODELING COMPANY11:00pmLocation: Blackmons PlazaStreet: 127 Collinville AveCity/Town: East Saint Louis, ILPhone: 3144794788Email: walterdeuce@yahoo.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Swag City Saturdays, 12 MidnightClub Broadway East Join Shorty "Da Prince", GCB, and T Rell for Swag City Saturdays at Club Broadway East located at 657 East Broadway, E. St. Louis, IL.Doors open at 12 Midnight. First 103 ladies are free until 2am.18 to get in, 21 to drink up!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Saturday Nights @ Spruill's Hang with D. StoneEvery Saturday night from 10p-1aJoin the Hypeman D. Stone every Saturday night at Spruill's while 100.3 The Beat broadcasts live! Plus enjoy 300 drink specials all night long! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Mature Mingle every Saturday at the Skybox on the Landing, Doors open at 9 p.m. and everyone is FREE ‘til 11 and ladies drink for $5 all night long! For more info call314.241. 5100Or Email:mosoul@sbcglobal.net

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Silky Sol performs every 3rd Sat at the Jazz Spot 8 p.m. 400 Wash Ave. 314.922.4387.

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Sexy and Sizzling Saturdays , from 9 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. with DJ Charlie Chan. Admission is free before 10:30 p.m. Saturdays. Information at http://www.exostl.com/ +++++++++++++

The Ole Skool Party is Saturday nights, presented by Maurice G at the New Ambassador, 9800 New Halls Ferry Road. Everyone Free til 10 p.m. Get more information at 314-869-9090. .

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NEW: Janee of HOT 104.1 & DJ Needles of SOULITION Present Chic Enterprises starting Saturday, June 13 and every Saturday thereafter at 9:30pm The Black Label Gallery Lounge 758 S. 4th Street (adjacent to White Castle on Broadway Downtown) Phone: 3145329417 Email: blacklabelstl@gmail.com

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NEW Efficacy Auto Wash & Xcel Models, LLC

Start Time:
Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 9:00am
End Time:
Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 1:00pm
Location:
Efficacy Auto Wash & Detialing
Street:
2803 S. Big Bend Maplewood

Phone:
3145048699
Email:
efficacy@efficacyautowash.com
Description
“Sexiest Car Wash EVER”!! Swimsuits & Suds Car Wash Starting Saturday, June 13, 2009 Til Saturday, June 27, 2009 (9am – 1pm) At Efficacy Auto Wash & Detailing Spa (Featured in current issue of Delux Magazine) Located at 2803 S. Big Bend Maplewood, MO 63143 Website: Efficacy Auto Wash @ www.EfficacyAutoWash.com Xcel Models, LLC @ www.StarsofXcel.com For Reservations: Call 314-504-8699 or 314-875-0222
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Liberation Christian Church presents radical worship, Saturday at Noon at regional Arts Commission, 6128 Delmar. Info: 314.862.2304.

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Award-winning STL painter and artist Daniel Hodges has commemorated a painting for sell in celebration of President Barack Obama’s historic win of the Oval Office. For more info go to http://www.danielhodges.com/

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For East St. Louis Flyers alums, go THE HANGAR at: http://eastsideflyers.ning.com/ ++++++++++++++

Photographer King Yella is making history capturing photo print Gateway to Change available to the public. Yella took flicks when Obama came to St. Louis late last month. For info on the photos go to http://www.kingyella.com/

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If you wanna see what crime is goin on in your hood, just go to http://www.crimereports.com/

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Radio personality Craig Blac has an online radio show called Renegade Radio on riverfront times radio. To check it out the local listings go to http://www.riverfrontradio.com /

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Those looking for a good throwback party, on wheels no less, should check out the Old School Skate Reunion. It goes down this and every Wednesday from 8 p.m.-midnight at St. Nicks, 1805 Lucas Avenue downtown. DJ Reminise will spin the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s skate jams all night. The event wants to bring back the glory days of skating at Saints and the Palace.Practice skate sessions run from 7 p.m.-8 p.m.Admission is $5 before 8 p.m. and $7 afterward. Costs include skate rentals at this 25-and-over event. Old School Skate Reunion is sponsored by Brainstorm. For more information call 314-392-7882.

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Children of Promise Learning Center is currently enrolling. Located at 4231 N Grand Blvd. 6 weeks to 6 years. To enroll or be a sponsor call 314.371.1308 ++++++++++++++++++“

Eccentric Soul: The Young Disciples” CD featuring the 1960s East St. Louis group was released Oct. 21. For more info go to http://www.numerogroup.com/catalog.php?subcat=Eccentric%20Soul

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STL-TV's popular "The Best of the STL" can be seen on Saturdays at 11 p.m. on CW 11.

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Floyd Boykin hs a new GreetingCard Line "POETICBYDESIGN." Log on to and purchase ANY single card, your name with be automatically placed into our internet raffle. For each card that you purchase, your name will be placed into the raffle again, which will give you a better chance of winning. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@poeticbydesign.com , or call 314-517-8764. +++++++++++++++++++++

DJ Sir Thurl will DJ your birthday party for FREE!!!Have "The Official Party Starter" DJ Sir Thurl from 100.3 The Beat Aka Mr. Myspace DJ for July Spin at your birthday party FOR FREE!!! All you have to do is call 314.551.9872 for the details or email: wegotthejams@yahoo.com You must be 21 years of age or over to receive this special!

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Rance John Styles and barbering, located in the luxurious Benton Park Neighborhood, 2909 Jefferson. 314.772.7511 salonr@sbcglobal.net

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PIECES OF A DREAM" One of the most critically-acclaimed, powerful independent films of our generation!!! ORDER IT NOW AT http://www.one-wayproductions.com/ orBy calling the Customer Service toll free# at 888-418-8637 Mon.-Fri. between 10am - 5pm (CST) & selecting option #2 (accepting debit/credit cards & checks/money orders) Get the "Pieces Of A Dream" Feature Film DVD / the Music Soundtrack CD individually available for $13 + shipping/handling orGet the "Pieces Of A Dream" Combo Pack (Both the DVD & CD) for $23 + shipping/handling. Fans worldwide are responding and joining the "Conscious" Film Movement!!! Snapping up more than 30,000 copies of the independently produced "conscious" film "PIECES OF A DREAM" DVD & Music Soundtrack CD,since it's worldwide release in December 2007.

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Good Shepherd Infant and Toddler Center, 5990 Page. Now Enrolling. School age children welcome. Info: 314.725.5710

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Leanett Payne’’s CHOCOLATE BLOG by emailing her at Leannettpayne@yahoo.com!

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Catch all the latest STL entertainment sites, sounds and interviews at http://www.ohhmy.net/

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For your hip-hop ministry and Christian music services check out Mynista’s website at http://www.reverbnation.com/mynistaakadoctawuzdead?eid=591050_2558942 +++++++++++++

Check out author and activist Keith Boykin’s website Daily Voice at http://www.thedailyvoice.com/

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Hear new music from STL singer's Silky Sol's new CD, A Grown Woman talking" go to http://www.myspace.com.redafroqueen/ or http://www.redafroqueen.com/ +++++++++++++++++

For all your photography needs go to www.lanceomarthurman.com/ ++++++++++++++++++

The Black Rep's blog, Black Reppin. It can be found on its website, http://www.theblackrep.org/ or directly at http://theblackrep.blogspot.com/
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Bosley and Associates Traffic Law Centers .Suspensions, Speeding. Revocations. DWI. PointProblems. Accidents. Frison ‘s Flea Market, 7025 St.Charles Rock Rd., Fri-Sunday 9 am-5 p.m. or Big TopFlea Market, 367 Chambers Road. For more info, call314.621.1744

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Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc. Patrinna Wiley & Eric LaGrone Independent Associates Small Business and Group Specialists Identity Theft/Restoration Services We give members access to professional legal counsel not only for traditional legal problems, but for everyday events such as buying a house or a car, creating a will, handling a problem with an insurance company, dealing with identity theft, and much more where legal review should be routine, but rarely is. These events can be among the most important events in a person's life, yet there is a tendency for them to take place without proper legal review. For Pre-Paid Legal members, access to legal counsel is only a toll-free phone call away. Call to set up your appointment.Office: (314) 837-6779 Cell Patrinna: (314) 581-9888 Cell Eric: (314) 713-7803

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For modeling tips, go to Rocky J’s website .http://www.worldmodelcoaching.com/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++

Friends and partners of STL TV,Keep up with what's going on with STL TV. (April 2009 Newsletter is attached)We truly appreciate your support!ThanksAndre HolmanVideo Production ManagerSTL TV314-552-2988http://us.mc321.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=holmana@stlouiscity.com http://www.stltv.net/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

East St. Louis native actor/rapper Edwin Morrow has a new independent film, “Kai” he produced. He is seeking those to check it out and rate his flick. To do so, go to http://www.firstglanceonlinesping.bside.com/. So Register, Watch Film and Rate and Review it. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Check out B. Free’s new entertainment and sound off website http://www.bfreepaparazzi.blogspot.com/

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If you want to get on Vanita Applebum's entertainment newsletter, email her at www.myspace.com/vanitaapplebum and also check out her blog at http://www.vanitaapplebum.blogspot.com/

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Check out blog http://www.sistersnineties.blogspot.com/ for local literary group Sister’s Nineties Afrocentric literary activities for the family and youngsters. ++++++++++++++++\

Check out Diversity Gallery and Cultural Cafe, for all of your naturalhair and beauty needs as well its café located at 6150Delmar Blvd. in the Delmar loop.For more info call314.721.3361 or email at diversitygallery@netzero.net

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For body painting, makeup, face painting wigs andother special effects, contact Notice Me Award winner Jessica Dana at http://www.jessicadana.com/ or go to www.myspace.com/jessicadada13

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Check out STLdee-jay Enoch online with his own radioplaylist.The Flow: Music Lounge. Peep it out at http://www.flowink.com/player-popup.html or go to his myspace page www.myspace/enochisreal.

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For all your STL hip-hop info needs, go to http://www.stlhiphop.com/ !++++++++++++++

STL videographer and Notice Me Award nominee/ Traffic Music Award winner Dana Christian has a website where people can send their professional music videos and films to get exposed. It is http://www.spitflix.com/ .

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STL Mo’b is making his name known as an urban event videographer. To peep his videos, you can check them out on YOUTUBE on his site “mobvideos." You can type in “314 day” and you will see his videos as well. If you wanna book him to tape your event or gig, you can email him at mobvideos@gmail.com

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Well that will be it.Thanks all for your comments and keep em comin. Hit me up at for pub or info you want on OUTTOWN.

OUT 629--OUT ON THE TOWN--ALIVE MAG's THE HOT LIST@PEPPER LOUNGE/ CAR on 40 INCH RIMS @LOFT June 13/RFT MUSIC SHOWCASE @DELMAR LOOP JUne 7

2009-06-09T09:56:00.000-07:00

Photos by Carl Helencamp (first eight pics) and Ma'atology (next pics afterwards)

On Sunday, The Riverfront Times held its Music Showcase in the Delmar Loop. After the weather cleared up from the rain, we got a chance to cam the Funky Butt Brass Band that performed on the Cucina Outdoor Stage near Vintage Vinyl.

Meanwhile, during the outdoor concert, Teresajenee performed inside in the Duck Room at BlueBerry Hill.

Also performing at Duck Room was hip-hop group Earthworms.

The crowd

More of the crowd.

On Saturday, we peeped out Alive Magazine's Hot List Party at Pepper Lounge celebrating the winners of the magazine's the Best Of Issue.

It was jammed packed up in Pepper.

A pic from VIP .

Meanwhile, after we stopped in the Loft, we saw this souped up hooptie on 50 plus inch rims that was stopped by the cops to see how "high" the driver really was. LOL

We also dropped by Koncepts and 1st Fridays' Sexy Saturday party, hosted by STL Rams Ron Bartell (up front) and newly signed James Butler (behind Bartell). It wa sa party celebrating the last days of mini camp for The Rams.

OUT 628--STOMP THE YARD PHOTO ESSAY by ERICA BROOKS

2009-06-09T09:19:00.001-07:00

Photos of Imperial Events' the Stomp The Yard Competition held Saturday at Roberts Orpheum Theatre. Photos by Erica Brooks.

(FOR MORE BACKSTAGE and NARRATIVE of the EVENT GO TO OUT 627)

Alpha Phi Alpha

Event host Imperial Events' Ezekial Obasi

The Crunk Boyz

Enigma

Rapper Kenny Knox

Koko C'vere and Enigma

C'vere and Mystery Hypeman (SEE OUT 627 to see who it was!)

Ladies of Alpha Omega Theta

The Ladies of Delta Theta Sigma

Riverview Garden's Men of Vision

Crowd members

The Men of Phi Beta Sigma

104.1's Young Dip (with a member of the Phi Beta Sigma Skit team) was a co-sponsor of the event with Imperial Events

During the tally of the winners, all the dance crew did a final dance off.

Young Dip introduce another co-sponsor I AM Sneaky (Kim Trigg on the left)

Winners of the event (SEE OUT 627 for the specific winners)

Another shot of one of the winners (SEE OUT 627 for the specific winners)

Alpha Theta Omega was a winner. (SEE OUT 627 to see in which category they won)

OUT 627--OUT ON THE TOWN SFF 5th ANNIV. @POSH 6/5; IMPERIAL EVENTS presents STOMP THE YARD @ORPHEUM 6/6

2009-06-09T08:06:00.000-07:00

There was joy and congrats at Stomp the Yard competition at Roberts Orpheum last Saturday. See below which sorority in the above pic that won one of the big trophies that nite!

Photos by Mark Anthony Jones (second pic) and Ma'atology

CENTER: The cake celebrating the 5th Anniversary of Stress Free Fridays BOTTOM LEFT: Former KSDK TV anchor Randy Jackson stopped by Posh to wish Jones happy 5th. RIGHT: Stress Free Friday creators MarkAnthony Jones and Mario Wayne.

The gift bags given away that nite.

Outside Posh, Jazz aficionado and stlcityjazz web editor Gen. Edwin Pattin talked with passersby in the Central West End.

Stress Free Fridays well wishers

On Saturday, we checked out Imperial Event's Stomp the Yard Contest that was held at Roberts Orpheum Theatre (PHOTOS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE). Above, Riverview Garden High School step team Men of Visions downstairs of the theatre rehearsing their routine.

Imperial Events' Meka Wilson and her baby boy at the event.

Some crowd members gettin their groove on at the table.

Imperial Events' and event host Ekeziel Obasi on stage.

First up on stage is Alpha Phi Alpha Omega Chapter.

The Alphas demonstrated strollin. They performed it from "Swag Surfin."

Gospel sorority Alpha Theta Omega and their supporters in the crowd before they went on stage.

Dance team Crink Boyz got it crunked out. They did a crunked out version of MJ's "Beat it" that was off the meters!

Performers and supporters backstage watching the show.

The Men of Vision watchin the show from backstage.

Dance group Enigma on stage. They danced off of several songs including Beyonce's "Halo."

A long shot of Enigma performing.

Imperial Events' Karlieon and Obasi backstage.

STL rapper Kenny Knox spittin lyrics on stage.

Folk in the balcony area seats.

More folk in the balcony.

A low angel shot of Knox performing. He performed his mixes of "Trouble," and "Get Ghetto."

A Kenny Knox fan gettin his swag on.

Kenny Knox (left) was one of the six judges that nite.

Next up was a performance by Koko C'vere with a surprise hypeman (on left) and dance group Enigma.

C'vere and surprise hype man. The hypeman is.......

Fashion stylist Craig Minter! Here he's posing up with C'vere backstage.

Next up Alpha Theta Omega who stepped for the Lord.

The ATO's supporters showin them love.

Next up was the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta who performed a skit about being a diva and schooling a young Delta wanna be.

Next up was men of Vizion.

Next was the men of Phi Beta Sigma who did a humorous skit on Maury Show.

"Bonequisha" saying who the Daddy is.

Phi Beta Sigma in hambone synch.

The Men of Phi Beta Sigma also satired the sororities as well.

Young Dip on stage. He co-sponsored the event with Imperial Events.

In one of the holding rooms, Obasi and the jugdes tally up the votes for the winners.

The trophies.

They counted up the votes as time was tickin.

One of the score sheets for Alpha Omega Theta

The judges counting away.

The winners were Enigam for Best Dance Team (Crunk Boyz won 1st Runner Up); Alpha Omega for Best Sorority (Deltas was 1st Runner Up) and men of Vision (Phi Beta Sigma 1st Runner Up)

Backstage, a member of Men of Vision holds up its 1st place trophy.

After the show, we caught this street player on the corner of 9th and Washington. We also put a lil ching in his case as well.

NOTE: This event was well put together. The steppin dance crews were excellent (especially the Deltas and the Crunk Boyz). We were expecting more of an older dance participants but overall it took us back to the college days with steppin on campus yards. An interesting moment occurred when one of the members of the Deltas was as pissed as a frog on summer grass that they took 1st runner up (She said, "This is some bullshit!" and stormed off backstage). Well in our opinion, and others backstage, it's hard to beat the Lord and we think thats what gave Alpha Omega the advantage. After the event, we saw some Kappas with their canes chillin the lobby. We asked them why they didnt participate and they said that they signed up toolate. Hmmm. Anyway. they werent the only Black Greek organization that didnt particpate. The others Black Greeks that didnt participate were the Omegas, Iota Phi Theta, Alpha Kappa Alphas and Zeta Phi Beta and Sigma Gamma Rho.

THE QUEEN OF CHICAGO BLUES, KOKO TAYLOR--R.I.P.

2009-06-04T08:45:00.000-07:00

Koko Taylor, one of the few female singers to achieve success in the competitive world of Chicago blues, and dubbed the Queen of Chicago Blues, died Wednesday in Chicago. She was 80.

She died of complications following surgery for gastrointestinal bleeding,

We will feature her next week when OUTTOWN does its feature on Black Music Month