Breath Of Phresh Air

Delayed For An Overdue Return

2010-08-04T23:16:00.000-07:00

not that I forgot about my blog, but my life took a full 360.
I have much to tell without getting to deep into my life, alot
of what I have to say will come soon but for now MY BLOG IS STILL
UNDER CONSTRUCTION until further notice. I many many interviews
to post.

Im Back!!!!

2010-04-09T08:41:00.001-07:00

Well not completely. You guys I have been caught up in a whirlwind, soooo much has been going on in my life. Im currently working on a mixtape im calling it "Galactic Translation" I've already released one single from this mixtape entitled "That Aint You" an original song straight out my life. We've also released Omarion's "Speedin'" Remix which features Me =). I have gotten major major GREAT feedback for both tracks my next official single ummm idk but till then listen and download these tracks. And as always I appreciate you all who read and support me and my dream.

http://twiturm.com/ysehx

http://twiturm.com/6275n

MariTv The Take Over

2010-01-16T09:21:00.000-08:00

guess what guys its 2010 and ii have kicked off MariTv the shit that you will see will AMAZE you LOL hope you all had a safe new year's and all that good stuff im out your ear. More updates for the blog is coming soon more EXCITING interviews with tons of talented people :0)

MariTv

http://www.youtube.com/MariTv2010

Phresh Words Of Encouragement

2009-12-06T10:56:00.000-08:00

Love yourself first...so others will know how to love

you in times you forget to love yourself. -Ca'Mari

Armored Finally Hits Theaters

2009-12-04T13:56:00.000-08:00

A newbie guard for an armored truck company is coerced by his veteran coworkers to steal a truck containing $42 million. But a wrinkle in their supposedly foolproof plan divides the group, leading to a potentially

deadly resolution.

BOPA's Review: Finally Armored

has hit theaters after being pushed back from November to December. I believe it was well worth the wait the movie was amazing. The casting was on point sooooo many good actors including new actor to the big screen

Andre Jamal Kinney

www.andrejamalkinney.com

I can honestly say that he held his own along side veteran actors such as; Laurence Fishburne, Matt Dillon, Columbus Short

and many more great actors. The movie in whole was exciting, packed with alot of action scenes very tasteful. Columbus Short really stepped up in his role as older brother Ty Hackett. The movie was outstanding. Check your local listings to see a good movie "Armored" in theaters around the world.

Phresh: Alicia Keys & Beyonce Collabo "Put It In A Love Song"

2009-12-04T13:21:00.000-08:00

After listening to it four times I know like it. I gotta get back use to A. Keys doing songs like this. I have a strong feeling that her new album "The Element Of Freedom" will be kinda sorta upbeat and usual in a good way LOL. Anywho listen to this track "Put It In A Love Song" featuring Beyonce What do you think?

A. Keys f. Beyonce "Put It In A Love Song"

http://www.mediafire.com/?mcnnzmjj4nl

New Leak Starring Britney Spears, Maurice & Sean Garrett Presented by; The nerDorks

2009-12-01T18:54:00.000-08:00

Kiss Me All Over

Presented By; The nerDorks

Starring: Britney Spears, Maurice & Sean Garrett

Listen - Download

http://twiturm.com/kw48g

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-26T08:26:00.000-08:00

happy thanksgiving to my few reader's ii appreciate you all hope today is full of laughs...good food...and even better company love you all much <3

Phresh Bad Boy News

2009-11-24T10:40:00.001-08:00

Apparently "Forever & A Day" doesn't really mean forever and a day...

Translation; Forever Living In The Moment

soooo as many of you know Day26 has left Bad Boy.... *listens for moans* this quote took from the band “Bad Boy is always our family, but we're with Atlantic right now…we really want to get people focused on the artistry, on the music. I think a lot of people lost it with the entertainment of the show. So now, we really want to show people what we're all about, that we do our thing whether it's on stage, in the studio, writing and producing -- we do it all.” Sooo your blaming that failure of an album on you getting to much exposure WOW didn't see that coming. Well get your last goodbye because this group will not survive without Diddy... Ohh unless their women high heel "Eight2six" line does well .... -_- very sus. My opinion

the show made you everything you are now if you guys would have just came out like a regular group you would not have the many fans as you do now. Thanks Diddy

In other news D. Woods has finally released a video to a song that has been circulating for 3 years now... "Legalize Me" is now a video... not a good one but [pause] nah its just not good the quality is very poor the video really doesn't have any meaning and yeah it flat out sucked.. chuckles now ii can't lie ii did like the song when it first came out... but now not so much the video really killed it for me...

India Shawn "Cry" Demo for Timbaland Shockvalue 2

2009-11-23T21:37:00.001-08:00

In my opinion I've heard the others but none make me like the song as much when ii heard India Shawn sing it I LOVE IT. What do you guys think?

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Phresh Thought

2009-11-22T08:50:00.001-08:00

think healthy..live healthy..love healthy..BE HEALTHY the greatest riches is being able to reflect on good times.

Phresh Thought

2009-11-21T19:33:00.001-08:00

how can you fall in love... when you haven't fell in love with yourself...

Phresh Thought

2009-11-20T10:29:00.000-08:00

money is of the essences today..

Alicia Keys "Sleeping With A Broken Heart"

2009-11-19T15:39:00.000-08:00

I'm loving this track the video and the whole meaning be hiding it. I think she really

stepped up on this one, the song it self is very hypnotizing with the video along with it I couldn't take my eyes off it.

Not only because my favorite color is purple -_- LOL

anywho. I hope you guys enjoy this video as much as I did.

Phresh Unsigned Artist "Ulises"

2009-11-18T09:05:00.000-08:00

BOPA's Phresh Artist comes from Dallas, Texas. Reader's let me tell you something-diversity in today's music world is essential. When your type casted your career is pretty much over; thus, "one hit" wonder ratios are high which makes it a lot harder to get noticed by record companies. This brings me to my whole point. Ulises style has many stages and that's rare; of course when you see the photos you think, "Oh another pop artist," but you couldn't be wronger (new word deal with it). Ulises is a true example of a diverse artist indulging in R&B, Hip-Hop & Pop. When I first heard Ulises music I was like "Whoa, he sounds amazing." I think he sent over Fever and that song alone had me hooked; I would always be on his myspace and website reading and following where his career is heading and I can see nothing but the best in his future. Ulises isn't like the alot of the artist out now, many of the artist out now probably couldn't tell you how to mix master engineer or any of the technical work that goes into music, they can't tell you how any of its done. Ulises is not a dummy to music; he attended McNally Smith College of Music one of the most prestigious music schools. There he graduated with an Associates Degree in Music Production. He not only learned how to work with programs like Pro tools, Reason, and Logic, but also managed to learn how to run studio gear like; SSL consoles (4000 & 6000), Digi boards, and Radar. Ulises is truly amazing. I caught up with Ulises he agreed to do an mini interview with me to help expose his musical craft and let the world know who Ulises is.

BOPA- Ulises first let me say thank you for taking time to let me interview you I appreciate it.

Ulises- Definitely, no prob.

BOPA- When did you know that music was something you wanted to do?

Ulises- I always knew from a very early age that music was my passion. I pretty much grew up in a music filled environment; my mom’s side of the family was always heavily involved in music especially at church, so she kind of helped create that musical platform.

BOPA- And how did you get your start?

Ulises- I was always pretty musically active. Whether I was in band or participating in a school show, I was always on the get go. It wasn’t until I was in High School that I knew I really wanted to do something within the musical field. I began working with producers, recording at studios, and writing my own songs just to try to start building that professional foundation. I decided to pursue a degree in Music Production and soon after graduating high school, decided to fly off to Minnesota to attend McNally Smith College of Music.

BOPA-If music wasn't an option, what would Ulises be doing?

Ulises- I would have liked to do something with in the science field; I’ve always been interested in the cosmos and the galactic life. So much mystery, so much space. I feel like there is so much to learn and uncover that many of us might not yet know. History and Math were always interesting to me as well. Honestly, I just like to learn. I’d probably be involved in a career that wasn’t monotonous and had some kind of challenging excitement to it. I feel like we are capable of so much, yet sometimes don’t really embrace our power.

BOPA-What do you wanna achieve in the long run with your music?

Ulises- Well, I’d like to be able to connect with people on a different level; to be able to use my power for something good and positive. I’d like to motivate, engage, and inspire people. Money comes and goes, but the long-lasting connection you could establish with a person via a song, or even just talking or what not, can change or trigger something within them that could help change there world and maybe even ours.

BOPA-How do you feel about the mass spread of illegal downloads?

Ulises- I’m not opposed to it. On the contrary, I’m completely honored to hear and know that people are downloading my music. My goal while creating music is to help inspire or change someone’s life in a positive way. I just want them to enjoy music as much as I do, so I’m definitely all for it. In short- I approve! Ha.

BOPA- Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

Ulises- I see myself being peaceful and content with everything going on within my life. I picture myself happy, full of life, and energy.

BOPA-If you were stranded on a desert island, what three items would you take with you?

Ulises- Music, Family, & a Survival book

BOPA- Alright so your Sophomore album "Musically Promiscuous" is available on itunes as well as your first album "Projection Beautiful". Tell me what inspired "Musically Promiscuous”?

Ulises- I like ALL types of music. Therefore, I felt the need to do an album where I included a little bit of everything- kind of like a buffet of songs. I wanted to showcase what it is that I can do and how I can play around with my voice, production, and lyrics to create a variety of interesting proposals to the listener.

BOPA-Do you have any shows coming up?

Ulises- Definitely. There is one coming up soon here in December in Downtown Dallas and one closer to New Years.

BOPA-What separates you from the male artist out now?

Ulises- The fact that I know what I’m doing and am heavily involved in EVERY aspect of my music from the conception to the completion. Even after a CD is completed, I like to be a part of the artistic team where we come up with ideas and decide what songs to perform at shows, what we’re gonna wear, and what choreography we’ll end up doin’. I really just like to be heavily involved with everything that I’m doing.

BOPA-Is Ulises single?

Ulises- Definitely; I am very busy and haven’t had enough time to really commit and give 100% of myself in a relationship. It’s difficult to remain focused and goal-oriented, but you can’t always have your cake and eat it too. Haha. A few sacrifices here and there, but I’m sure in the long run it’ll all be worth it.

BOPA- What do you do on your spare time?

Ulises- I like to spend time with family and friends which is very important; they help keep me grounded and remind me of who I am and where I come from. They help me grow spiritually and make me appreciate what I have.

BOPA- What is your favorite genre to record?

Ulises-I honestly like to record all types; the more challenging, the better. With Pop tracks, I like to experiment with my voice and create sounds and effects that’ll add an extra edge to it. R&B and Ballads can have so much emotion within them and that’s always a plus. Hip-Hop tracks can be full of energy and just wild. Ha. But I think that Ballads/ R&B ones are definitely my favorite because of the fact that so much emotion goes into them and that these can remain classics.

BOPA- Ulises I want to thank you for taking time to do this interview with me. I truly do appreciate it.

Ulises- Definitely. No problem. I appreciate you taking the time to do this.

BOPA- Is there anything you want to tell my reader's

Ulises- Just want to say thanks for taking the time to read this interview. Be sure to check out my music atwww.ulisesworld.com Something I like to reiterate to anyone and everyone: knowledge is power. Be true to yourself; don’t let other people’s actions define who you are. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or demand answers. Individuality is something that makes us unique. Love yourself- flaws and all. On another note, I hope you enjoy my music and are able to identify with it at some level. Haha. Thanks once again. Uli is out!

ULISES

FODUT 6 RECORDS

PO BOX 532118

GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75053-2118

PH: 972-809-4087

WWW.ULISESWORLD.COM

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Beyonce f. Lady GaGa "Video Phone"

2009-11-16T19:32:00.000-08:00

the official BeyGaGa has been released... Sooooooooo what do you think?

2009-11-15T18:50:00.000-08:00

Bad Romance by Lady Gaga

"Fame Monster" in stores November 23rd

I am now a hardcore Lady GaGa fan...pick your mouths up let me tell you why. there are soooo many artist now alot of them lack originality a style of their own. They are all on the same band wagon. Honestly it's annoying. But Lady GaGa has many singles and they all have been number one. I think it may be her wild style that has me hooked, meaning you have no idea what she would do next the music world needs that...alot of artist lack that.

Rihanna New Album "Rated R"

2009-10-27T09:40:00.000-07:00

Check out the long-awaited cover for Rihanna’s new album Rated R. Her new single “Russian Roulette” debuted only a week ago and has entered the Billboard Pop chart this week at #

Monica "Still Standing" Premiere

2009-10-26T15:03:00.000-07:00

In the fast-moving world of R&B, three years feels like 20 – kind of like dog years. Monica, the Atlanta-base singer whose star shined brightest in the late 1990s, has stayed under the radar the past four years raising her two kids. So what better way to get back on the scene than a reality show?

“Monica: Still Standing” debuts Oct. 27th on BET at 10 p.m. after the BET Hip Hop Awards.

“I think it gives people an in-depth look how hard it is to stay relevant in the music business and balancing family life,” she said in a phone interview last week. “A lot of people aren’t comfortable baring their souls. I am. I’m a work in progress. I’m going through things every day just like everybody else.”’

Monica has ridden a roller coaster of a life, packed with highs and lows. Highs include breaking it big with a quintuple platinum debut album at the age of 15 and taking home a Grammy three years later.

But life took a left turn in 2000 when she saw her boyfriend commit suicide in front of her. She followed that with a rocky relationship with rapper C-Murder. And she didn’t meet eye to eye with her label over her last album in 2006, her least successful to date.

“I’ve learned to rely on faith,” she said, “how to depend on things within and stop looking at worldly possessions as real success and find out who Monica really is. That’s what the show reflects. “Still Standing” is executive produced by James DuBose, who has also done a string of other Atlanta-based BET shows, including “Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is,” the spinoff “Frankie & Neffe” and “Tiny & Toya. Monica, in fact, is friends with Cole and said her experience with DuBose through Cole’s show convinced her to do her own. Unlike many other reality shows, she said nothing was staged. There is no manufactured drama, as often is the case on Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Atlanta. I respect ‘Housewives,’ “ she said. “But my show is the complete opposite. It really is. It’s about love and God.” She said she may have a chance to talk to 100 kids at a group home. A TV show allows her to reach hundreds of thousands.

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-10-07T16:28:00.000-07:00

Hey there soooo i'm at little Italy last night first time ii didn't pictures but at the same time it was the first time waiters has ever just stood by my table until ii finished a drink...finished a meal anything of that sort I'm not use to that kind of shit... personally ii didn't like it ii like my space and when ii need you ii will flag you down LOL....

Anywho ii hit the gym this morning so my arms are pretty sore ii managed to take before pictures so ii will see how much of a change is going on think ii may do this every month moving on umm yeah catch me on twitter http://www.twitter.com/_EONFLUX ii changed my name LOL alright ttyal

-Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-10-05T13:20:00.000-07:00

hey reader's *smiling hard* so yeah ii didn't get the intern (boowhoo) not to upset because you know maybe it wasn't where ii was suppose to be and i'm okay with that. So moving on guess who is now working on new music????

Me Me Me Me Me Me

yeah ii know so random but ii got a call from my little cousin saying that this local talented producer wants to work with me on a couple of tracks ... who am ii to deny anyway ii listened to some of his tracks wasn't impressed but some of you may know how ii am ii can work with people to make them better although ii won't be writing to any of his material ii was inspired to get back to doing music yayyy me.

Okay so i'm pretty sure that you all know that Christina Milian and The Dream (yeah ii know) but she is now pregnant by him LOL oh wow so this is what I'm thinking Christina Milian has always been a [user] is that the right word (who cares) okay so being on a regular record label didn't work so she signed to Myspace Records lol (low of the lowest) HA but none the less smart free publicist hahaha but okay so even that wasn't going anywhere so she starts to date The Dream (yes ii knoooooow) who else could she mess around with that can guarantee her a hit after hit (although ii haven't heard anything new) and for that reason she gets pregnant by him to be guaranteed money now if he ever leaves (Whew!!!!) hahaha Scandal

New Music From India Shawn

2009-09-29T14:09:00.001-07:00

I don't know about you guys but I am definitely excited about the leaked track. It sounds amazing I can definitely hear it on the radio stations.

My Take On The Track: its a feel good track the beat is hot the vocals are hot all in all I give it a 10. India continue to flourish and grow. Your work is beautiful

to download this track click the link below comment after listening to it Thank You.

:0) -Ca'Mari

You're The One f. Verse

http://www.zshare.net/download/6627543078368f62/

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-28T13:51:00.000-07:00

heyyyyy everybody :0)

ii know ii haven't really really updated about my life lately thats because ii have been unexpired (is that a word) LOL no but seriously ii have been going through transition correcting alot that has been happening and you know things are going way better.

Today got a call from Vibe Magazine they are interested in having me as an Intern (EXCITING) although there will be no check my plan if ii get that chance is to learn and process sooooo much that when the internship is over, ii will take so much knowledge with me and that's what is most important.

I just wanted to give you a brief in sight on what major activities are going on in MY life and there it is HAHAHA ii am still looking for more talented unsigned artist thinking about going deeper into doing the artistry and helping alot more because ii know alot of talented people with deals but anywho ii am rambling on don't wanna give too much away ttyl

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Decaying Love

2009-09-22T22:59:00.000-07:00

They say that love is the hardest to conquer and maintain the simplest change can throw it out of balance.... I believe when you meet someone you two build your relationship so far up that, some where in the middle you get comfortable and forget to put bricks. Not intentionally, but you feel that nothing will be able to wreck your perfectly built love.... Sometimes those openings that were missed along the way allow debris access without any notice, but sometimes we don't feel that shift, it's subtle but that shift is slowly killing your foundation.... If it's caught in advance you can go back and clean the debris out and patch the brick less holes and continue to build. What I'm saying is many miss out due to faulty and unnoticed error through out life or love. If love is what you wish to conquer fill in every opening and seal it. -Ca'Mari-Rashun

Phresh Album; Trey Songz & His Album Ready

2009-09-22T19:22:00.001-07:00

Let me be the first to admit that ii wasn't a fan of Trey when his

first album came out (scone me) LOL no seriously scone me.

No but seriously Trey Songz is really giving me R. Kelly all up and

through this album and you know what I'm not mad about it.

Now ii personally wanna tell you all if you haven't copped it legally

go do so "Ready" is in stores support your favorite music artist.

I can not say that enough LOL.

BUY TREY SONGZ ALBUM "READY"

http://www.treysongz.com/album/ready/

Phresh Unsigned Artist India Shawn

2009-09-14T17:46:00.000-07:00

This month’s Phresh artist comes alllllll the way from Atlanta. I got word about this artist about a year ago from my friend Assante he would always tell me and everyone check out this artist named India Shawn she's this she’s that (talking in a good manner LOL) and like before I even thought about starting this blog she popped in my head, automatically I thought, she had to have been signed to a major label already. I contacted my friend Assante asking him if she had been signed the answer was no. I was surprised because she’s very talented and down to earth artist, an image that of a star. India Shawn writes her own material my favorite song by her is “My Journal”, that song really really makes me smile because her voice is beautiful. The songstress is not camera shy as many of you probably all know from her youtube page where she sings acapella or does cover songs and some talking check her out; http://www.youtube.com/indiashawn if you haven’t already you will be pleased. India to me is (pauses looks for words) she’s a star no doubt but her presences to music is needed and I can’t understand why she’s not signed I will say that about every artist that hits my page because I’m so in tuned with music that I can spot instant talent and when ii first heard India ii wanted to thank Assante for putting me on to India’s music. I caught up with India for an interview about this Atlanta Southern Bird.

BOPA: India Shawn thank you sooooo much for doing the interview with me ii appreciate it so much. Its safe for me to say that ii am a huge fan of yours. I love your music I love your video’s. My question is why aren’t you signed?
India Shawn: Getting signed isn't as easy as the outsiders/consumers think. There's a whooole lot that goes into creating a product. That's what labels are looking for these days, a finished product that's already been developed.. with radio spins, millions of youtube hits and thousands of twitter followers lol. They're not looking to invest anymore. If you don't have any of those things they'll settle for a nursery rhyme -like "radio hit" lol. I've been offered deals and negotiated deals.. None of them were worth signing. The idea of a record deal isn't as appealing as it once was. I'd prefer freedom. Plus it's 2009.. The age of the world wide web.. Labels aren't necessary anymore
BOPA: how did you get started with music?
India Shawn: Like many others, I started singing in church. Music has been in my family for generations. I didn't really start to pursue music until 2004, after I moved to Atlanta. I was singing in the parking lot of a Best Buy and met the person who is now representing me.
BOPA: who influenced you?
India Shawn: Haha.. That question took me back to the days when I had Lauryn Hill, Destiny's Child, and Brandy magazine cut outs taped on my walls. They were all some of my biggest influences as far as vocals are concerned, but I'm just influenced by good music. The list is too long. --- it's too wide, it won't fit. LoL
BOPA: were you born and raised in Atlanta?
India Shawn: Nope. I was actually born and raised in Southern California. Moved to Atlanta in 2003
BOPA: I want you to know that I’m responsible for 600 of the plays of your song “My Journal” on your Myspace lol. I kid you not I know the words backwards and forward.
India Shawn: LoL! Thanks. I love that song.. It's old to me, but nevertheless a classic India record. My boy Timothy Bloom who is also an incredible singer/songwriter wrote and produced it. Google him. :)
BOPA: What do you want to get across in your music?
India Shawn: I want to represent everything that's GOOD. I'm not perfect, but I'm constantly trying to be better, and at the end of the day I wanna be able to say that I taught, inspired, and saved lives.. Or that I just simply made someones day better.
BOPA: what separates you from female singers out now?
India Shawn: All of the components that make me who I am. I feel like there are combinations of factors that make people who they are and make them successful/ or unsuccessful. I'm a real singer, songwriter, i wanna talk about real stuff, and I'm hot! :-P LoL haven't seen that in awhile, have you? :D
BOPA: Not at all and some of the female artist out now I'm pretty upset with but thats a whole nother conversation. But if you had the chance to sign to a label of your choice who would it be? And why?
India Shawn: I'm not record label crazy. Record deals aren't the end all be all. But if I had to choose one I'd say Columbia Records.. Only cuz of the roster which includes: Beyonce, Adele, and my future husband (john mayer).

BOPA: where would you not be willing to relocate for a year or two if it would help your career?
India Shawn: I wouldn't mind moving back to LA or even NY. I'm an open person though.. If it meant progess, I'd move anywhere.
BOPA: What do you want to achieve with your music within 5 years?
India Shawn: In 5 yrs I'd like to have a grammy or 2.. Or 3 or 4. :)
BOPA: at some point you were considering not doing music anymore. Why?
India Shawn: The music business can be very frustrating. It's more about the business and less about the music these days. There's a constant conflict of trying to maintain authenticity and just selling out.. Selling out seems so easy sometimes, but the payoff isn't long lasting.. Not worth it. It hurts to see people who don't work hard.. Or just suck.. In the position I wanna be in. That's what got me to that point.
BOPA: me as a fan of yours ii was not feeling the idea of you not doing music, because I know your talented and I found comfort in your music. Where do you stand now?
India Shawn: I know music is for me. I know I don't really have a choice in the matter anyways. God gave me a voice, and He's gonna make sure I use it. There's no running away from it. I also have other passions and hobbies.. Music isn't the only thing, but it's definitely here to stay.
BOPA: Well I'm relieved lol. okay let’s say ur in the process of doing your first album and you can have 5 artist on your album who would they be?
India Shawn: Kanye West, Lily Allen, John Mayer, Kenna, Lauryn Hill
BOPA: Nice selection. Well India ii personally wanna thank you for doing this interview with me. If you ever need anything someone to shout your name out across the world I'm willing to do so. Is there anything you wanna tell your fans, as far as shows any events that you may be attending, music something lol?
India Shawn: Awwww... Thank you my dear! :D I'm working on a 5 song ep right now that'll be available for the FREESKI at my shows :) ! Hit me on facebook www.myspace.com/indiasb or www.mybravenewblog.blogspot.com to stay updated.
BOPA: Well again India thank you, It means alot to me and your fans. You will keep in touch right?
India Shawn: Anytime, and of course! Muchos gracias mi amor. Take care.

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-14T12:34:00.000-07:00

Afternoon BOPA reader's ii woke up from a phone call like super early it was my panda she had to take my nephew to school (short story to long to type) today i'm actually feeling pretty good just got my hair braided up these briads probably won't be up for a long because I have to get my ends clipped something like that but I'm thinking ii need a whole new style but there's not to many styles out now that men can rock ii definitely won't be doing the whole mohawk thing Nahhhhh no thank you and I'm thinking about a low cut or S curl ( but ii can't stand the smell of the activator) What to do what to do....

Anywho the VMA's Kanye Lil Mama (Wth) Kanye brother you lost sooooo many fans and the people who could actually stand you completely don't like you now.....

Lil Man (Lil Mama) *deep sigh* ya'll all know ii don't give two shits about her (judging from the Trending Topic on twitter you guys don't either) HA! so ii have no comment just know that she was doing the most and yeah....

Beyonce your performance was weak you have 8 singles out you had to revert back to the 1st haha but B you get major points which forfites your performance the act of kindness you did for Taylor Swift beautiful (although I'm hearing it got you in trouble with Jay) I don't know exactly what happen back stage but that was very nice of you and if Jay doesn't understand then why are you with him....

Lady Gaga who stole the show she had the best performance ii officially heart Lady Gaga and ii honestly don't care who knows she goes hard and she killed everyone with her performance.... Bravo Lady Gaga Bravo!!!

Kanye West Apology To Taylor Swift

2009-09-13T20:41:00.001-07:00

SOOOO APPARENTLY KANYE TOOK HIS APOLOGY DOWN BUT MANY HAVE READ IT BEFORE IT WAS TAKEN AWAY AND HERE'S WHAT MR. WEST HAD TO SAY....

I'M SOOOOO SORRY TO TAYLOR SWIFT AND HER FANS AND HER MOM. I SPOKE TO HER MOTHER RIGHT AFTER AND SHE SAID THE SAME THING MY MOTHER WOULD'VE SAID. SHE IS VERY TALENTED! I LIKE THE LYRICS ABOUT BEING A CHEERLEADER AND SHE'S IN THE BLEACHERS! ........................ I'M IN THE WRONG FOR GOING ON STAGE AND TAKING AWAY FROM HER MOMENT!................. BEYONCE'S VIDEO WAS THE BEST OF THIS DECADE!!!! I'M SORRY TO MY FANS IF I LET YOU GUYS DOWN!!!! I'M SORRY TO MY FRIENDS AT MTV. I WILL APOLOGIZE TO TAYLOR 2MRW. WELCOME TO THE REAL WORLD!!!! EVERYBODY WANNA BOOOOO ME BUT I'M A FAN OF REAL POP CULTURE!!! NO DISRESPECT BUT WE WATCHIN' THE SHOW AT THE CRIB RIGHT NOW CAUSE ... WELL YOU KNOW!!!! I'M STILL HAPPY FOR TAYLOR!!!! BOOOYAAAWWWW!!!! YOU ARE VERY VERY TALENTED!!! I GAVE MY AWARDS TO OUTKAST WHEN THEY DESERVED IT OVER ME... THAT'S WHAT IT IS!!!!!!! I'M NOT CRAZY YALL, I'M JUST REAL. SORRY FOR THAT!!! I REALLY FEEL BAD FOR TAYLOR AND I'M SINCERELY SORRY!!! MUCH RESPECT!!!!!

WATCH WHAT MR. WEST DID HERE CLICK LINK

http://www.illestlyrics.com/multimedia/hiphopvideos/kanye-west-beyonce-had-best-music-video-ever/

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-11T09:11:00.000-07:00

Morning BOPA reader's its FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (sounds alarm) so the weekend is definitely under way ii have no clue in what this weekend has in store for me but ii know time better pick up realllllll quick.

Anywho so guess who ii ran into yesterday? An old friend who ii thought would have been probably the most successful out of my graduation class but Nahhhhhh he sales bootleg in j&j's Whoa (ii know right) hahah but you know what he looked toe the hell up ii can't even lie but ii can't knock his hustle (ii dont have to support it) but ii dont knock it...

So let me get mah ass up right now and take a shower or some ish and ii will talk to you all on twitter or fb bye

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-10T09:37:00.000-07:00

Morning BOPA reader's i'm in Chicago :0) time to get it poppin soooo much to do in sooo little time so ii really need to hop to.

So ii got in last night at 11:30 pm got home around 1 a.m had to do a little cleaning ii didnt exactly leave my room the way ii thought ii did hahaha being gone for a whole month and coming back its different but ii have to snap back quick.

So off ii go into the world of music money life and love you all be good today and live your life to the fullest do something exciting today.

ttyl on FB or Twitter

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-09T09:43:00.000-07:00

morning BOPA reader's today is what Wednesday a bitter sweet day ii have to catch a plane to Chicago i'm excited but at the sametime im like ugh do ii wanna leave hahaha but business is business anywho right now ii like just just woke up hahaha cold in my eye (just kidding) today when ii make it back to Chicago ii have to conduct an interview with India Shawn :0) yes ii love her even tho she be tripping somedays.

Anywho yesterday was one of the best days in my LIFE we went to Coffee House ate an early breakfast ii had; Pancake's, Eggs, Bacon with a Coke hahaha ii know ii know moving on so we moved on to Knott's Berry Farm which is an amusement park

(my first time going) it was very fun the rides there are very thrilling and heart racing hahaha none the less fun and exciting so then we headed over to Portillo's for a early Dinner we turnt that place out ii can say the whole day was none stop laughter. When me Dre Xoch Ash & Brittany (although she wasn't there) get together we always have a great time there's no doubt about it. I think everyone should surround theirselves with good people with great spirits and even better heart's ii have and man let me tell you ii am very happy with my friends :0)

Anyways let me continue to pack and ii will catch you guys on twitter or facebook Byyyye

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari -Camping Recap-

2009-09-08T08:48:00.000-07:00

Good Morning BOPA reader's just in case you guys didn't know Monday was Labor Day and ii didn't blog any ii wasn't in town so ii couldn't really blog from the woods hahaha.

Anywho what's new on you guys end (ii really do wanna here) me!!!! we Friday you all know i left for camping after that last message ii sent on twitter and facebook (ii lost service) and for some odd reason ii was alright with it lol.

Friday got to the camp site we had to set up everything mind you it was stupid hot outside a=but none the less it was well worth it because ii had none stop fun. I think this trip being my first time camping it went really well. And the kicker was it was alot of black people camping besides my group lol who knew.

Anywho camping isn't camping without liquor to make everyone

who didnt know each other loosen up and get to know each other and have fun which was the case.

This experience will forever be in my mind and ii will never forget any of it ii made some good friends got to know the one's ii already knew alittle better ii can honestly say this was time well spent and ii will be doing it again next year.

Soooooo moving on Wendy ii did catch the show yester day hahaha it was hard because ii was super extra sleepy but ii did catch the show.

As of right now ii am hungry as hell still. I have video's not really sure on how to upload them yet so give me a minute and ii will fo'sho do it hahaha

but right now ii need some food i'mma have to holla at ya'll later byyyye..

Ohh no before ii go who in the hell gave Tyler Perry a talk show SERIOUSLY hahaha ya'll ii gotta go (that show will flop sorry) oooh yeah time to eat.

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-04T09:38:00.000-07:00

Morning all <3>

Anywho was on mediatakeout seen that Neffe is still messy and no where near classy...putting out Kim from the housewives of atlanta's cell number people will do anything to get followers on twitter (i.e Maino) anywho ii seen Tyra couldn't wait till Bowwow became of age to kiss him HA!!! (or was it that her show is failing dramatically due to the Wendy Show hmm idk ii say yeah)... seen news about tiny toya (wasn't important, just someone trying to stay in the lemon-light).... of course there was news about d12 (HA!!! who am ii kidding who are they again).... all in all MTO is still unclassy and messy (but ii love it and will continue to read HAHAHA)

Anywho what are you guys doing this Memorial Day Weekend?

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-03T09:41:00.000-07:00

hello hello helloooooooo okay so last night ii was upset with myself because ii deleted all my Wendy Williams shows (arghhh) yeah ii know what the hell was ii thinking right?... ii didnt do it on purpose it was a total accident and trust ii am kicking myself in the head although Wendy is taking amuch needed break ii miss watching her every day of the week hahaha...

Anywho moving on so the camping trip is coming up quick (yes im going camping) for the first time in my life i'm kinda nervous (maybe for all the wrong reasons) but ii know everything is gonna be cool i'm gonna just go and enjoy myself and be me thats how ii roll.

you guys lately i've been real scattered brained ii apologize ii just have alot going on with the whole music game and deal with artist is like dealing with children, its ashame but hey someone has to do it.

and hey guess what ii just heard ooooh how many of you are in love with the movie Saw well Halloween will be Saw "666" and word is they're already working on Saw 7 how amazing ii can't wait im excited :0)

Anywho ii have an audition in a few hours or so ttyal

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-02T14:49:00.000-07:00

hey BOPA reader's ii almost didnt post today I'm in a real shitty mood.

I'm not gonna stay long because long as ii continue to speak about this subject the madder ii get, ii just wanna say to everyone with accents and the ones who get judged by the way you say things or pronounce a word ii would never judge you ii don't think anyone should be judged by the way they speak weather its proper or not so proper... I just had an experience with someone ii just met and had never met in my life and to be judged or stereotyped by them its not a good feeling and the rage that ii feel right now is very unstable ii could hurt someone right now and not give a damn....

aye check this im getting pissed so imma bounce if you have ever experienced anthing similar stay strong and dont let people ignorance get to you... bye :0)

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-09-01T11:29:00.000-07:00

Morning BOPA reader's its Wednesday ii woke up in a pretty good mood stomach growling as usual hahaha but non the lesson smiling almost why idk maybe beca RERUN yeah ause i'm crazy (nah) i'm just super excited about this camping trip coming up then its back to Chicago leaving Cali is the hardest for me but hey ii have to make moves and continue to stay focused.....(you all do the same)

Anywho okay so ii didn't wanna say this yesterday because you all would look at me side ways Wendy Williams is starting to do reruns and all the weekend ii was waiting to see what was she gonna say this week to get me amped hahaha and to my surprise RERUN haha i'm all for getting rest and coming back packed with energy but damn auntie Wendy ii miss you (well why don't

you watch the reruns) ii have probably will do so again LOL....

Soooo today is Bobby's (my friends', friend) birthday everyone is turning 21 ii love it lol ii guess he's having a dinner or something i'm not to sure but we will be attending (smile wink).

seriously ya'll ii am in a really goofy and playful mood. did ya'll see the picture MTO put out saying it was Bowwow but it was Lil Mama HA!!! ya'll already know how ii feel about her... not inpressed and not fond of her so yeah it is what it is...

Anywayyyyyys let me get this breakfast cracking i'mma holla at ya'll on Twitter.com/iamCaMari for you new reader's

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-30T17:15:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday BOPA reader's on twitter its this whole thing Music Monday I think ii wanna start doing that but the difference is ii will be recommending music you all should check out and hopefully ii spew off a few that you all will like so we can have a common interest *shrugs*.

anywho moving on lets talk; Saturday & Sunday heee heee heee best birthday weekend I've have in a while sooo many things were done (take that any way you want hahaha) so many places were seen...ii think now that I'm getting older i'm starting to see things different there's so much ii want to do and accomplish and ii really see myself doing it but don't wanna get side tracked which ii almost always seem to do (ii know i'm not the only one) ii just wanna be successful....

moving on so i'm hearing Ray J is at it again right now he's doing casting (thats right casting) for Season 3 "For The Love Of Ray J" i'm just saying if it didnt work the first 2 times

ii wouldn't be trying again he in my eye is no longer a music artist he's a reality start turnt singer hahaha...look ii ain't gon knock his hustle but ii will only watch one episode if im not impress ii wonn't watch any more thats how ii roll....

Anyway you guys have fun today it's Monday

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari -Birthday Recap-

2009-08-28T10:21:00.000-07:00

Whew good morning you guys just a recap of my actual birthday August 27th :0)

soooo after a great morning breakfast that my bestfriend made me (eggs, toast, pancakes,oatmeal,bacon) yeah the works hahaha we headed to the beach but before getting to

the actual beach we pulled over to take pictures on the side of the road. The view of the mountains is amazing...

Although my birthday weekend is about to kick off ii definitely will have sooo much more to tell and show you guys come monday morning.

Moving its Friday!!!!!!! who is paid ?? what are you all getting into this weekend let me know...

Drink of the day Passion Tea with Vodka (why vodka) its not so strong and if you all know what passion tea taste like you will know that it will kill the taste if it was anything else hahaha

you guys have a safe fun productive weekend <3

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari -Happy Birthday Ca'Mari-

2009-08-26T19:48:00.000-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME... HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOO ME!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOO ME-e HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME :0)

heyyyyy you guys ii am up and ii am excited Why? BECAUSE ITS MY 24th BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!! that's right 24 years ago my Mother gave birth to Me cute

ain't ii (ii know ii know) :0) anywho today isn't just an celebration for me its a celebration for everyone ii come in contact with everyone who life ii has changed with a simple smile friendly gesture or a need to care... ii really believe if you put positivity out in the world you get it back and boy is it a wonderful gift to have lived for 24 years ii thank God for the lessons he's taught me through the many trails and test he's put me through. ii also believe that for everyday day your on earth you have something to learn, and its up to you use it for the days to come.

So again today ii not only Celebrate the day ii arrived into this world but the day that God made out my path and set all the signs to direct me to GREATNESS although ii am still traveling on those roads ii know God is still watching me and guiding me to my success and happiness. Soooo enough with that yes ii think tonight ii wanna drink drink be in good company and have fun...

Happy Birthday Ca'Mari

Soo last night brought my birthday in with a early lunch and a nice movie during the evening went to see "Time Traveler's Wife" the movie was better then ii thought it would be

when me Xoch and Dre get together we always have fun ooh and we would not get Shushed in the damn movie b a old bitter white woman who came to the movie alone Ch.. no scratch that she brought a book to read HA wth...

Anywho so today ii have Choices ii LOVE choices :0) Disneyland (i've never been) or Beach with friends then Magic Mountain??? ooh what to choose what to choose

all ii know is I'm gonna have fun regardless...

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-26T02:19:00.001-07:00

Morning you guys ii just realized why!!!! ii don't eat Mexican food Ch...

got home at 2 a.m and let me tell you the noise that was all thru the house was not pleasant

hahaha (don't front) you all done had the shits MANNNNNNN no more ii promise but any who

ii had a GREAT TIME although it was short we had a good time. tomorrow the beach maybe idk ii like to roll in a crew that way its more fun although i'm labeled as a party of three already *wink* two to three more wouldn't hurt... So me Britt Dre & Vi ate the Mexican ii wonder am ii the only one who ran to the toilet soon as ii got home *squints eyes* hahaha

Ohhhh ii knew ii was suppose to bring something to you guys attention.... soooo the Tiny & Toya Finale .. what did you guys think???

ii personally don't even know what the show was about but ii hope they got it all in the 5 episode season LOL and these two girl groups they put together 1st the older girls uhhhh why was they lip synching on their showcase ??? hmmm and why was that song terrible (you thought it ii said it) and the little girls whyyy why are they setting them up for failure Wayne's daughter should think about doing stand up she's very funny (looking) hey hey now!!!! it is what it is... haahaha

Anywho off to make breakfast.

-CaMari-Rashun

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-25T08:42:00.001-07:00

I'm smiling see Ting....

hey you guys its Tuesday!!!!!!! yesterday was a pretty laid back day you know me i'm chilled...

so tomorrow is me my girl Anniversary we are going strong with all the traveling it couldn't be better...

sooo I'm off to audition to audition today it should be fun but now ii have to shower ii promise to blog more when ii get back its like super early right now hahahaha love ya have a bless day

-Ca'Mari-Rashun

okay ya'll i'm back HAHAHA ii soooo feel bad ii feel like ii ripped ya'll off ii didn't even put a picture up so here it is :0)

soo the plan for the day is too get more work done as far as the interviews listening to all the music that everyone has sent to Mari.BlogFiles@gmail.com if you are or you know someone who is a signed or unsigned Artist, Producer, Songwriter ii am very interested in working with them and helping them get their music exposed WHY because its my pleasure...

That's that moving on LOL why are LA (old white people) so rude like for real..not to me LOL but....let me just give you the background... I'm in the grocery store today (had to get some red velvet cake) and I'm standing in the express 15 items or less line and this black guy has well over 15 items and the white guy walks up looks him up and down (that's the funny part) the black guy turns and gets out the line..so the white guy tries to step in front of me (didn't happen ii will fight an old man) he goes to the front of the line and gets in front of this Mexican lady (now they going at it) she has her stuff on the belt he tells the clerk can you ring me up before her (the clerk looks confused) I'm like are you serious...other clerk comes open the line I'm first and I'm out the store HAHAHA (you guys had to be there) don't you guys feel like you were there :0)

-Ca'Mari-Rashun (Pike Pike Pike PIKE!!!! BEEEEP!!)

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari -KeKe Sweet Sixteen Recap

2009-08-23T09:44:00.000-07:00

heyyyyyy everybody :0) do you all know how bad ii wanted to spill the beans from last night soooooo much happen so many people annoyed me but all in all ii had a GREAT time at KeKe Palmer's sweet sixteen (sidenote-i'm listen to Ciara "My Man My Music" as ii type) and I'm pretty sure KeKe enjoyed herself as well ii

wish ii had won the new sidekick hahaha anywho Brandon T Jackson came thru he was actually funny for once hahaha had his Semi Dress clothes on looked nice (no homo) he did a great job. Let me tell you who all came then ii will talk shit.

Day26

Brandon T Jackson

Lil Mama (judge from ABDC)

Andre Kinney (Jimmy from "Armored")

Romeo (Master P son)

Rodney Jerkins (Producer Judge from Diddy's new show)

ABDC (America's best dance crew)

Zack & Cody (suite life)

Kyle Something (the brother from That's So Raven)

Jill Something (Tony from "Girlfriends")

Lil JJ (the boy from Beauty Shop)

a bunch of Teen Celeb's ii don't know but have seen

you know me i'm really mellow sooo Kyle Massey was annoying on Thats So Raven and isn't that different in person (no one really talked to him) HA!!! hilarious ii almost felt sorry for him until he started talking (DUDE SHUT UP) anywho NEWS FLASH NEWS FLASH Lil Mama you aren't that hot when you perform in today's age please have some updated music nothing from 2003 hahaha ii asked her to take a picture (not with me ii can do without) but with my best friend Mom did you know this Monkey Man had the nerve to twitch her lip and tell her "Girlfriend" let me hurry up and take this picture ooooh you are burnt LOL if anything you should have been happy that anyone showed you any attention...(ur performance was terrible and ur singing live HA! hilarious don't be so full of urself) moving on...

Brandy!!!!!!!!!!!! tell Rodney to stop eating so much ii promise you as soon as he walked in he walked over to the buffet HA! (no lie) but you know what ii have mad love for you Uncle Rodney, congrats on being a judge on Diddy show you know Diddy don't pick just anybody so if they didn't you were hot then they know now :0)

So KeKe looked her best fly as hell swagga was on a trillion billion she came down the stairs made her entrance and her dad gave a little speech and had the first dance it was so sweet he even danced with KeKe's sister Loreal (shout out to you homegirl we will be doing a better job on the invite's next time) HAHA then after that KeKe changed and came out super jerkin ii love it....

Moving on ii think the biggest misconception that fans have is that their favorite stars are always busy....but what ii learn from KeKe is she likes to have fun she's 16 has a career and can balance both her celeb life as well as her personal life and when Raven said you were on your way to being a Icon ii back her up 100% she's everything a star should be...

Whew oh and guess who i'm going out for sushi with????????

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-21T11:12:00.000-07:00

Good Morning :0)

how are you all doing today... I'm great woke up in a GREAT mood... ii said this before well maybe on my facebook...you set the tone for your day, if you wake up thinking negative...what do you think you will get??? where as if you wake up smiling thanking God for waking you up this morning your day will go smooth and positive hell you may even rub off on someone who's having a bad day..?!?!you never know *squints eyes*

anywho another audition today at Innovational Artist in LA so yeah i'm back in LA for those of you who didn't get the memo :0) i'm glad to be back i'm ready to catch up with all the homie's Xoch, Ashbash, Brittany, Omega all the homie's hahaa today will be a glorious day ii can feel it all up in my Heferhoplin (soul) haha

Question - Hmmm do ii feel like showering???

its Friday Woohoooo get lifted everyone my goodness am ii the only one who thinks this year is going by super fast ii love it (alittle) shout to Drake for his first album and getting in contact with me for an interview :0)

*squints eyes* REELEE... I am still waiting on India Shawn to confirm this interview ii would hate to not have her feautered on my blog but homegirl is really going through something and it is messing with my rotation :0/ okay but ii still love her though India Shawn if your reading get in contact with me asap Mari.BlogFiles@gmail.com

So tomorrow is Ke Ke's BIG day i'm excited im gonna have pictures pictures pictures so much to cover on Monday... enjoy your weekend don't get to fucked up :0)

Alrighty to answer the question ii think ii will shower ttygl

-Ca'Mari-Rashun "Catch Me If You Can..."

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-20T09:55:00.000-07:00

Its Thursday... you know what that means "Real Housewives Of Atlanta" wooohooo drama drama drama we love it HAHAHA..

Today another audition for a show on "abc" *squints eyes* REELEE.. You guys I'm still trying to get your votes on moving Keeping Up With Ca'Mari to its own blog do you get it?? hahaha

ohhh last night around 11:00 we went out to Bj's had these big ass cookies and icecream it was so BOMB... my parents went out to see Ms. Patti Labelle in concert wish ii could have went :0)

nothing to special today if something happens ii will definitely tell you guys and ii will take picturesssss :0)

gonna shower now ttyl

so ii was told to promote harder lol its hard ii think over the next six months ii will get the feedback ii want because ii have a indie line up :0)

Phresh News: Rumor; Omarion Dropped From Yung Money

2009-08-19T20:35:00.000-07:00

Rumor has it.... that Omarion has been dropped from his new label "Yung Money" after only a week.....

Seriously what was he thinking even signing to Wayne's label doesn't he know if your name ain't Wayne or Drake you won't be getting paid HAHAHA seriously...And why am ii hearing Bowwow is now signed to Yung Money" as well... burnt after burnt artist is yung money trying to enhance hahaha ii feel in my heart Drake will eventually not mess with any one from Yung Money he did it to Aion Clark (a talented songwriter) also from Toronto but anywho....

So Mack Maine announced on his twitter account http://www.twitter.com/mackmaine that Omarion was dropped from Yung Money... because he leaked a song featuring Wayne.... honestly the song isn't that hot but ii know all of people will say different because its Wayne.. and a different side of Omarion idk but ii wouldn't bump it personally *shrugs*

All in all Bowwow this is your future HAHAHA Omarion at least you got your signing bonus hopefully (if you really were dropped) :0)

*ya'll know me i'mma say what ii wanna and how ii wanna....

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-19T09:45:00.000-07:00

Goooood Morning its!!!!!!! Wednesday so you know what that means DRINKS what are you drinking today (can't be juice) ii recommend Ciroc, Nuvo, with Mango Juice... hey don't ask where ii got my recipe just know it makes you feel good :0)

So anyways recap yesterday nothing to exciting chilled at my friend Britt house ii think today will be a bit more interesting because ii have to go downtown to pick out a suit for Ke Ke Palmer's SWEET SIXTEEN <3>

ition with my best friend (ya'll know ii got you on the pictures right *wink*) LOL

Sidenote; ii am still so sleepy right now ...

ohhh so ii caught a episode of Real & Chance last night HA!!! yeah ii didn't even know it came on ii think their on what their 2nd 3rd episode and ii must admit that shit SUCKS on so many levels like seriously who would date any one of them???? I've seen then in California in the mall and seriously ii think if someone stepped to them they would get they ass beat LOL whoa.. yeah ii know. So all n all u guys your show sucks your music does too :0)

on and on im off to get in the shower ttyl -Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-18T11:22:00.000-07:00

heyyyyy everybody its Tuesday .... yes so last night was sooooooo fun we went out to celebrate our friend Danielle's 21st Birthday sooo you know what that means shots of pretty much everything drinks you've probably never heard up drinks in big cups little cups pretty cups and tilting cups HAHAHA it was a smash ii think the highlight was over by the bar when Danielle came running over to the bar slipped and fell Oh how ii wud have loved to get a picture of that it was something strange out the movies but she got up and played it off (it didn't work) but she tried ahaha all eyes were definitely on you last night Danielle :0).

All in all we had a great time and ii wouldn't have changed one bit we all got along very well and it really made my night great... as for today hmmm ii dont know what's gonna happen today but ii woke up VERY HAPPY and in a GREAT mood

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-17T11:02:00.000-07:00

Heyyyyyyyyy everybody Happy Monday 8/17th/2009 10 days till my Birthday yayyy i'm super excited okay so over the weekend we went to this mall can't remember the name no wait yes ii can (Century City) very very very nice ii got to see and talk to Rick Foxx & mega producer singer all that Baby Face and his White girlfriend LOL and the funny thing is she looks alot like his ex wife hmmm LOL but they both were nice (wish ii had took pictures :0( but its cool ii will see them again)

Moving on right now just just woke up and was like gotta blog for my readers. :0) My weekend was so fun after the mall

we went

Miniature

Golfing my first time (gasp) ii know right ii won the first game we didn't get to finish the last one because my liquor had kicked in and ii kept hitting my big toe on the ground it still hurts LOL.

Today Monday; me and my bestest is going to the beach gonna take up some sun and run around the beach a little good times and later tonight Bj's :0/ don't know what to expect but its a huge party going down... 5 days till Ke Ke Palmers Sweet Sixteen and guess who's going!!!!!!! :0) yes yours truely :0)

Till later KUWC readers :0)

Phresh Unsigned Artist: Wish

2009-08-14T22:49:00.000-07:00

Wish

Wish is a Phresh face all the way from Baltimore, MD. Wish is definitely heating things up with her up-tempo funky lyrics from her debut album “Skool Gurl Diaries” which includes her singles “Slut” & “H.A.T.E.L.O.V.E” You can also hear her remake of Denise Williams “Silly” sung beautifully acapella by Wish. Her album is available for download here: http://www.zshare.net/download/61783742432d8ac5/ From her High pitched raspy alto voice, to her trendy style; she’s one artist that you all should be on the lookout for. Although she’s not yet signed to a label I’m sure she will be on top of the music game. I recently caught up with Wish for a quick interview for more about the sexy ball of fire LETS GO!!!

BOPA: I want this to be fun. I know you have a fun personality and I
want to capture that in this interview so let’s get this crackin’. Sooo my first big question is…. what was the last thing you tweeted before we starting this interview? Lol we all know you’re a tweetacholic.

Wish: The last thing I tweeted was actually "Goodmorning"... lol

BOPA: Who influenced you growing up?

Wish: I was and still am influennced by Chaka Khan, Teena Marie, Mary J. Blige, Faith Evan. i also study a lot of gospel greats like Kim Burrell, & Karen Clark Sheard.

BOPA: You’re very beautiful. I had to add that in there.

Wish: Thank you...thank you.

BOPA: What label would you sign to if giving a chance?

Wish: Wow, that's an interesting question. I think I would go with whichever label believed in me the most...& had a strategic plan for longevity as well as growth in the industry.

BOPA: Do you have any events coming up you wanna shout out?

Wish: Yes! I am headlining the "Burn Tha Mic Concert Series" in Baltimore, MD on Aug 15. Tickets will be available at the door. It's gonna be great! I hope you can make it!

BOPA: What message do you want to get across through your music?

Wish: Normally, like for my music to be interpreted by the listeners...Although I want them to also be inspired to be original and comfortable being who they are. People try so hard to fit in, and to be something they're not. You need to be you & thats it!

BOPA: What artist of today’s music are you feeling the most?

Wish: Hmmmm..I would have to say Drake, Neyo, Jazmine Sullivan, & Beyonce.

BOPA: If we could look in Wish’s closet what brand of clothes would we find?

Wish: Oh wow...mostly you would find vintage clothes. I spend most Saturdays (when I'm not recording/rehearsing) in Vintage Boutiques. I'm obsessed with 20's, 30', & 70's fashion.

BOPA: Are you single dating someone maybe?

Wish: Im totally single. Right now I'm really focused on my music & personal growth. I think every woman should establish herself in her own right before commiting to anyone. Dating is fun too....but yeah....not right now..lol

BOPA: What separates you from the artists out now?

Wish: I think I give a sense of reality to the industry. Skool Gurl Diaries is all about real feelings, real situations, and its about just seeign things for what they are.

BOPA: On your spare time what are you doing? Besides twittering LOL

Wish: OMG! You called me out! I'm the ultimate twitterer..especially inthe earlier part of the day. I spend most of my time rehearsing for my upcoming shows, recording, doing promo for my album, meetings...my whole day is jammed always...BUT please believe I find time to twitter...lol

BOPA: On a serious note. With the industry going through massive
illegal downloads. How do you feel about that, being a new artist
walking into this?

Wish: Well of course I dont think its a great thing, but part of me wants to think that if people are anticpating you so much that they will illegally download your music, they must be anticipating you in some way. However, I hope that they buy the real copy as well.

BOPA: Choose one: Lose your voice or Walk on stage topless?

Wish: Hahahaha! Lose my voice.....!

BOPA: What song from your album do you like performing the most?

Wish: I would have to say SLUT! The energy is live, the beat rocks, we vogue a little bit, its just a fun song altogether.

BOPA: Is there anything you want to say to your fans & future fans?

Wish: I personally want to thank everyone who has been there since I had one little song on my myspace...lol. To see the increase in fans after releasing the album makes me so grateful to them. It gives me the motivation to keep going. I will continue to keep making records and performing as much as possible...I thank you all for your support!

BOPA: Wish I want to thank you for taking time and doing this interview for my blog I appreciate it so much I can’t thank you and your team enough.

Wish: No problem! Anytime babe!

BOPA: You will stay in contact with me right?

Wish: Yup, you make sure you do the same!

BOPA: And keep me updated about your music, the labels, the shows?

Wish: Of course I will!

BOPA: Alright! Again thank you and the readers. You can catch WISH on twitter all the time LOL @

www.twitter.com/wishishere
and
www.myspace.comwishishere
and
www.youtube.com/misswishy

HERE IS WISH'S PROMOTIONAL ALBUM:
'SKOOL GURL DIARIES'
http://www.zshare.net/download/61783742432d8ac5/

Phresh Artist

2009-08-14T22:39:00.000-07:00

The New Boyz is a duo straight out of “Cali” the boy group consist of Earl Benjamin a.k.a Ben J and Dominic Thomas a.k.a Legacy. Many would be shocked to believe that once upon a time these two didn’t even get along, it wasn’t until their Sophomore year of high school that these two put everything aside and found a common interest in music. Both being solo artist came together to form The New Boyz. I personally am a fan of the whole “Jerkin” movement. The New Boyz really made me get into the whole Jerkin genre hopefully we all will see more but different styles from The New Boyz and this is why they are this month’s Phresh artist :0)

Phresh Thought Of The Day

2009-08-14T22:21:00.000-07:00

“Crying is good as long as your crying for the right reasons.”

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-14T09:17:00.000-07:00

Goood Morning guys ... guess where I ammmmmm!!!!! lol Miami baby (LAST NIGHT)
flying at night umm uh uh ii can't do it ii stay on a four hour flight next to a crying baby teeth cringing ooh ii just wanted to slap a muzzle on her hahaha anyway moving on honestly she wasn't that bad she cried for a little while and then eventually went to sleep I've never flew southwest before ii didn't know they didn't have movies to watch while you fly ii will stick to America Airline or Delta.

So today ii am really anxious to see allll the homies and catch up but right now ii need Food :0( I'mma ttyl I'm hungry as hell right now...

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-13T08:20:00.000-07:00

Gooood Morning everyone woke up packing hahaha today is gonna be a GREAT day ii hope you all enjoy your day today... I'm gonna keep today's KUWC short because ii have a flight to catch ttygl :0)

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-12T06:03:00.001-07:00

Gooood Morning Drinking Wednesday is on and poppin' whats your drink today ii am drinking Ciroc + Raspberry Lemonade (simply Lemonade) the best :0)

Today ii have to finish packing ii had tweeted yesterday that ii would pay someone to pack for me none of ya'll took me serious haha so ii ended up doing it all on my own so its all good.

I've been all over this new song by Shakira called "She Wolf" and ii love it the video is super weird its very different and very Shakira. She moves so good I'm hearing that Shakira is the person Beyonce copies hmmmm ii don't know but ii do see some similar dance moves the one when she's the cage on her knees hmm iiiiii dont knooooo hahaha i'm sure its just a coincidence Beyonce isn't a swag jacker like Latoya oops hahaha

Moving on im hungry ii need food ASAP -Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-11T12:20:00.000-07:00

good afternoon everyone okay so last niiiiiight hahaha first let me say this if your reading my keeping up with Ca'Mari you have to put feeling behind it as you read hahaha because as ii type i'm speaking in a excited way because my day to day life is crazy its weird and its fun. any way so yesterday we went to Lalos for drinks for those of you who don;t know Lalo's is a Mexican restaurant best Mexican food and im not into the food but the drinks we all know Latina's and Latinos know how to party when it comes to drinks ii want a Mexican making mines ii want a cup full of Tequila hahaha.. Ya'll know i'm on this whole spending time with my family before ii leave so me and my two cousins went out to Lalo's had a blast turnt their resturant into a backyard party, ya'll know what a backyard party is (drinking eating loud talking and even louder laughing) ii love it LOL we took a bunch of pictures but the ones i'm really excited about seeing how they came out are the polar bear affect hahaha add me of facebook to see them http://www.facebook.com/iamCaMari

Anywho moving on today ii really have to pack finish my laundry so ii can have fresh clothes :0) its gonna be hell i'm not one to travel with a million bags especially if i'm the one who has to carry them hahaha tell later everyone :0) -Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-10T08:51:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday everyone!!!!!!! how was you guys weekend? Mines was soooo off the chain perfect way to end the weekend was a party on the beach its not over yet though today i'm going out to this bar here in Chicago called Lalos best margarita's ha

haha.

Okay so this weekend was my family reunion
it was soooo much fun good fun great people met alot

of family members ii didn't know so ii really enjoyed every bit of my family this weekend. Our Next family reunion will be in Miami, FL in two years.

Okay so ii twitted all weekend and i'm talkative ii slipped and said something ii shouldn't have so to the person who got offended ii didn't mean anything by it, ii don't take it back but just unfollow me on twitter if your still bitter about it :0).

Moving on Sunday went to church (listens for shocked & gasp affects) yes ii went to church hahahahaha the kids had a blast so ii could'ntalittle but hey) ii really did enjoy myself.
it was nice very nice had a church picnic afterwards complain.

Okay so now I'm off to find coffee and a bagel cuz ii am hungry as hell ttygl -Ca'Mari :0)

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-07T09:23:00.000-07:00

:0) Good Morning.

Today woke up to my great aunt Chaka humming Through The Fire lord have mercy did that set the mood for where ii stand for the day. I'm telling you all when you start ur day right the whole day goes right.

Anywho sitting here twittering, learning how to cook, looking at all the clothes on my floor thinking should ii clean this up??? lol ii can't find my red shirt so maybe ii should and maybe ii will find it.

my stomach is growling so loud right now im gonna go make me some breakfast and then i'mma holla aat ya'll on twitter and facebook :0) -Ca'Mari

hey you guys okay so im on twitter and someone tweets that ii look like Brain from Day26 hahahaha was ii being punked hahaha?.

So they say Love is in this season and guess what? ii agree strongly lol i'm happy about life.

so tonight ii was suppose to go out bowling with the family (didn't happen) ii was upset about it for a while still kinda like damn wtf you know but its okay because im gonna spend alone time with my baby tonight we're gonna keep each other busy play a few board games watch some movies fool around you know hahaha its all good ii won't let it rain on my parade hahaha ...

Oh ii had someone ask me again why don't ii update the blog on the weekend you guys wanna know what my weekends are like... weekends are my relax days chill days so Monday ii will have tons of things to talk about during the week thats why (looks to the left & right) Thomas Mcgee from Columbus Ohio hahaha saw the video about that old lady ii couldn't watch it all the way thru but it did piss me off haha ii will share it with you guys its below but ii must warn you its some tuff shit to look at...

alright guys im out for the night ... you all be safe catch me on twitter laterrrrrrrr :0)D -Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-06T10:08:00.000-07:00

GMorning :0) okay so last night ii had a thought what if like once every week ii did a video Keeping Up With Ca'Mari ii figured that would be cool, ii was thinking about doing that anyways but to actually sit and plan it through haha it was a task but ii finally seen the picture (wink).

so today well right now ii have nothing planned my cousin wants me to go workout with them today but you what my muscles are so tight right now and ii can't do it. Someone yesterday told me that my Keeping Up With Ca'Mari blog is all over the place. Let me say this I'm speaking like

In any event im gonna wash these dishes chill out on the porch and chat today maybe go live on ustream ;0) -Ca'Mari how ii would speak if ii were speaking to someone you know (you would nod) haha and ii would continue. Is this a problem? (waits for your answers)

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-05T12:36:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon lol okay so today ii got an early early start so early ii didnt
get the chance to blog or tweet any of you hell ii haven't even checked my emails
so if you sent me an email this is why you haven't gotten an response hahaha ii could lie but ii dont feel the need to. Anywho :0)

Woke up at 6a.m just to so ii could get a chance to get to the studio to hear these amazing track shout out to Dave & Stacy :0) ii know your reading this haha (get an account so you can follow me DUH!!) so after spending two hours with them ii had to head back thinking ii was gonna be able to blog but guess who was waiting to go shopping haha (as if ii need to spend money) My Mother. We went to Kmart Big Kmart Target Kohls (spelling) LOL Moving on :0)

So now my Sister Racquel just brought my niece over ii feel so special my niece wanted to see me shes only 2 years old going on 16 ii love it.

Now i'm hot its burning up oh ii had to go get a new i.d cuz the silly B----- at the Airport broke it but its all gravy water under the bridge LOL :0)

Now what to do? -Ca'Mari

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-04T11:37:00.001-07:00

Gooood Morning everyone ii am on my way to the gym today is gonna be one of those days that you just have to get out and do things in a one motion way you know just go with the flow hahaha anywho ii will update later gotta get my workout on. Be great today :0)

Okay so Gmail is giving me the blues ii can't respond to any of my emails. So if you emailed me your music links or whatever the case ii am not ignoring you at all haha Gmail is acting the fool right now. :0) all of you guys emails are important to me.

Gmail is still giving me problems ii may have to change my email at least give your users notice that you will be updating or whatever the case may be I'm sure they know their system is tripping.

Keeping Up With Ca'Mari

2009-08-03T09:45:00.001-07:00

yoooooooo what's everybody happy Monday :0) how was you's guys weekend. Mines was a bit hellish promise ii won't have one like it
so many plans fell thru but, you what I'm not one to dwell on past events on to the next.

It's Monday it's done raining it's time to get to work so much to do so many edits to make. I'm putting this pressure on myself now so ii can relax later and get ready for the next two months feel me.

Anywho off to the coffee shop haha ttyl or hit me on twitter.com/iamCaMari :0) -Ca'Mari