tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21077252904702265562024-03-12T23:34:38.652-04:00cocktailsandconvoCocktails and Convo, is about professionals coming together to share some stimulating conversation. We talk about everything from Music to relationships, to the best cocktails and everything in between. Hopefully these entries will make you laugh or stimulate your mind or at least start a good convo..Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-58548426810732057872012-08-05T20:07:00.000-04:002012-08-05T20:07:35.705-04:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Stay in touch on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/keymanna">@keymanna</a>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-16723070044113313562011-05-19T00:26:00.005-04:002011-06-06T20:43:42.899-04:00Glass vs. Plastic?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k3neEuERJ2I/TeWsmqh14jI/AAAAAAAAAVo/L4wrZsHfhsc/s1600/happy-people-glassware.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k3neEuERJ2I/TeWsmqh14jI/AAAAAAAAAVo/L4wrZsHfhsc/s400/happy-people-glassware.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613082290838430258" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I-ipFNeLo4w/TeWsmE3UH2I/AAAAAAAAAVg/z3fjyPS1WZ0/s1600/people_drinking_large.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 226px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I-ipFNeLo4w/TeWsmE3UH2I/AAAAAAAAAVg/z3fjyPS1WZ0/s400/people_drinking_large.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613082280727945058" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b7Oq9VFSxQA/TeWsl4hwtQI/AAAAAAAAAVY/s4kn5llcNBk/s1600/Plastic%2Bwine%2Bglass.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 218px; height: 231px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b7Oq9VFSxQA/TeWsl4hwtQI/AAAAAAAAAVY/s4kn5llcNBk/s400/Plastic%2Bwine%2Bglass.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613082277416318210" /></a><br />One of my pet peeves when going to a social event is when my drink is served in a plastic glass. Many thoughts come to mind when this occurs depending on the vibe of the event. <br /><br />Glassware is a very important factor when it comes to all beverages, but more specifically alcohol. It allows you another way to show how you’re feeling for that time being. You may be feeling flirty and fun by drinking a martini in a martini glass, or sexy and sophisticated with a glass of wine. Not only do we drink for the taste and to quench our thirst, but we drink for the experience. <br /><br />This experience embodies a feeling that comes with ordering a full bodied glass of wine and having it served in a sexy glass. For wine especially the process alone of first swirling the liquid and smelling the aroma begins to fill the fantasy and set a mood. By serving it in a plastic cup the experience is instantly taken away, and who wants to drink without the mood and especially the experience? Same thing with champagne, beer,and even shots. Each drink of choice has its own way of being served that adds to the experience. <br /><br />Wine, without the stem? Champagne without the flute? Let me know whatcha thinking!Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-31554567040093928812011-05-19T00:23:00.005-04:002012-03-01T22:15:31.347-05:00Date Night With Some Spice<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vAxr0qhz1Gs/TeWweEs_49I/AAAAAAAAAWA/kSt3VIL-i_Q/s1600/strip%2Bclub.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vAxr0qhz1Gs/TeWweEs_49I/AAAAAAAAAWA/kSt3VIL-i_Q/s400/strip%2Bclub.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613086541292233682" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aZKLrDlsjeQ/TeWwdqLRZpI/AAAAAAAAAV4/CFSkVFPYb74/s1600/strip.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 278px; height: 181px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aZKLrDlsjeQ/TeWwdqLRZpI/AAAAAAAAAV4/CFSkVFPYb74/s400/strip.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613086534171453074" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WzMTlhFEer4/TeWwdmiP_6I/AAAAAAAAAVw/W7Fv-FdhiaE/s1600/Girl%2Bat%2Bstrip%2Bclub.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WzMTlhFEer4/TeWwdmiP_6I/AAAAAAAAAVw/W7Fv-FdhiaE/s400/Girl%2Bat%2Bstrip%2Bclub.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613086533194088354" /></a><br />Ladies how do u feel about going to<br /> the strip club with your man?<br /><br />So it seems like many men feel like going to a strip club with your girl is something that we wouldn't be into. But, I have noticed more and more woman talking about joining their men and entering the forbidden doors of the Gentlemen’s Club.<br /><br />I'm not saying couple strip club night should take the place of guys night out, or be the most frequent location for couple date nights, but an invitation once and a while would keep things fun and interesting.<br /><br />Ladies I'm not co signing this date night with someone when you’re first getting to know each other. This may send the wrong impression, but it might be fun once to try down the road to add some spice to the relationship.<br /><br />Just a thought...<br /><br />Whatchu think Ladies? Tell me your stories or thoughts on the topic. <br />Fellas, how do you feel about this new date night suggestion?Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-37106725866327034552011-05-18T19:55:00.008-04:002011-05-22T13:57:53.040-04:0040 Illuminati<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EjC6Qy6EBxo/TdSZ7AFdltI/AAAAAAAAAVI/3rF-68pKR4g/s1600/40%2BFinal1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EjC6Qy6EBxo/TdSZ7AFdltI/AAAAAAAAAVI/3rF-68pKR4g/s400/40%2BFinal1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608276674897352402" /></a><br /><br />Talented, Creative, Humble, Dedicated and determined all describe NY rapper<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Will Pierce</span> <span style="font-style:italic;">aka</span> <span style="font-weight:bold;">40 IIIuminati</span><br /><br /><br /><br />40 is from my borough Queens, NY more specifically South Side Jamaica.<br />He's been in the hip hop game for a minute recording with The legendary Kool G Rap, Ma Barker, Rick Ross, Jim Jones, Cuban Links, and to many more to mention.<br /><br />40's latest mix tape <span style="font-style:italic;">"Blue Magic Package" </span>is speculated to start a frenzy in the music biz. <br /><br />Ladies I think I can speak for all of us when I say he's easy on the eyes.<br /><br /><br /><br />Here's his latest single “CRASH” ft. Jim Jones and Juanita...<br /><br />Don't forget to tell me what you think!<br /><iframe width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/u4Io9RmLIag?fs=1" frameborder="0" allowFullScreen=""></iframe>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-32866493315484080902011-05-18T19:54:00.001-04:002011-05-18T19:56:56.914-04:00<br />Hey family!!<br /><br />Please forgive me for not updating CNC.<br /><br />Be patient with me while I shake things up a little.<br /><br />I'd like to include things you want to talk about. So hit me up about some new, or old, topics, places, people, and of course cocktails that I should be up on.<br /><br /> Since Music is my first love I will continue to review and post new talent.<br /><br />Stay Blessed<br /><br />Keymanna<br />Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-34915344742154480962010-11-04T10:09:00.000-04:002010-11-04T10:10:00.037-04:00NEW ERIK RICOTHANK YOU TO OUR LONDON DJ BARRY KING FOR THE EXCLUSIVE<br /><object data="http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer/album=643917414/size=venti/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB//" type="text/html" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="400" height="100"><param name="movie" value="http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer/album=643917414/size=venti/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB//"><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always" /><param name="allowNetworking" value="always" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /><object data="http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer/album=643917414/size=venti/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=4285BB//" type="text/html" width="400" height="100"></object></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-54607382120413030712010-09-09T00:37:00.000-04:002010-09-09T00:37:53.496-04:00El DeBarge - Second ChanceHE STILL HAS IT<br /><br /><object style="background-image:url(http://i4.ytimg.com/vi/CBhw5FUBHY8/hqdefault.jpg)" width="480" height="295"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/CBhw5FUBHY8?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/CBhw5FUBHY8?fs=1&hl=en_US" width="480" height="295" allowScriptAccess="never" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-66889273830562134682010-09-01T03:07:00.001-04:002010-09-01T03:08:55.399-04:00Look out for Phill Ade..<object width="400" height="225"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11460114&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=1&color=&fullscreen=1&autoplay=0&loop=0" /><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11460114&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=1&color=&fullscreen=1&autoplay=0&loop=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="225"></embed></object><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/11460114">Phil Ade "Always There"</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user1940371">368 Music Group</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-54332196440032414602010-08-23T01:43:00.000-04:002010-08-23T01:43:03.458-04:00Cee-Lo Feat. 50 Cent - "Fuck You" Freestyle<object style="background-image:url(http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/nk_zLhKIE24/hqdefault.jpg)" width="480" height="295"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/nk_zLhKIE24?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/nk_zLhKIE24?fs=1&hl=en_US" width="480" height="295" allowScriptAccess="never" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-27486031935049299102010-08-06T01:30:00.000-04:002010-08-06T01:30:56.668-04:00New Artist -- Cocoa Sarai X Honey Magazine X Burning Bridges<object style="background-image:url(http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/l20VURkSvjY/hqdefault.jpg)" width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/l20VURkSvjY&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/l20VURkSvjY&hl=en_US&fs=1" width="425" height="344" allowScriptAccess="never" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-90399943409782647282010-05-24T02:01:00.006-04:002010-05-24T02:18:29.202-04:00GOOD MEN<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S_oWsVe7rLI/AAAAAAAAAUQ/LFnCEAi1Wbc/s1600/0.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S_oWsVe7rLI/AAAAAAAAAUQ/LFnCEAi1Wbc/s400/0.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5474713247959198898" /></a><br /><br />Hey Friends,<br />I know it’s been a few weeks since I’ve shared anything yummy with you. Trust me I’ve been doing my research. I’ve been hitting the clubs trying new drinks and enjoying conversation with a number of knowledgeable people. <br />Let’s talk about the Good Guys,<br />Too often women when, in groups of two or more inevitably begin conversations that start with WHERE ARE ALL OF THE MEN??!..<br />Now, if you’re an African American Woman usually you preference that statement with WHERE ARE ALL OF THE GOOD BLACK MEN. Although African American women do date outside of their race usually there is always a longing to be with a man that you have a little more in common with. But since I’m fortunate to have friends from all nationalities we will go with the first statement. <br />Let’s talk about the Good Men. I know a few. Unfortunately the ones I know are either married or we make better friends then anything else. <br />There are good men out there ladies. Really!<br /> <br />The good men may not be in the packages that fairy tails have lead us to believe . Don’t get me wrong I’m not saying to settle for just anyone, but keep an open mind. Your Prince charming may be wrapped in a bigger or smaller package or in a different color wrapper. But once you open it you will be pleasantly surprised. <br />Trust me as I’m sharing with you I’m also learning. <br /><br />Think of men like you used to think of Christmas Gifts when you where a kid. At first you would run to the tree and look for the biggest Box under the tree but then you realized that grandma would always give you $50 or more in an envelope. The gift in the big box would usually break by the end of the week but you enjoyed that $50 for a long time and got exactly what you wanted..<br /><br />Hope this helps Ladies. <br />Please share your thoughts, Guy's you tooKeymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-61754522471050336172010-04-27T11:17:00.000-04:002010-04-27T11:18:23.042-04:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S9cAKwmNb-I/AAAAAAAAAUI/0g1iwh_IX0g/s1600/granmarinier.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 288px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S9cAKwmNb-I/AAAAAAAAAUI/0g1iwh_IX0g/s400/granmarinier.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464836857681244130" /></a>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-20958986363111182010-04-23T00:23:00.000-04:002010-04-23T00:23:08.912-04:00R Kelly - Real Talk Behind the ScenesI think you guys will get a laugh out of this one. R. Kelly keeps it entertaining.. I call this my SoulOpera <br /><br /><br /><object style="background-image:url(http://i4.ytimg.com/vi/cdaAWFoWr2c/hqdefault.jpg)" width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/cdaAWFoWr2c&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/cdaAWFoWr2c&hl=en_US&fs=1" width="425" height="344" allowScriptAccess="never" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-64018168169474438172010-04-07T11:39:00.002-04:002010-04-07T11:40:27.703-04:00The Grand Cosmo<object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/3jvxfmelcKs&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/3jvxfmelcKs&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640" height="385"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-27091814665924118212010-03-29T23:09:00.012-04:002010-03-29T23:34:36.935-04:00Taisha Grant in NYC April 5th 2010<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S7Frx2SFhQI/AAAAAAAAAUA/Q0D3Sbdkue8/s1600/grant.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 169px; height: 170px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S7Frx2SFhQI/AAAAAAAAAUA/Q0D3Sbdkue8/s320/grant.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454259127851517186" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Taisha Grant </span> <br /><br />Wow, what can I say about this artist?<br /><br /> Oh I know SHE IS PHENOMENAL !!!<br /><br />Taisha’s voice will capture your attention instantly. She will take you down the soulful road of R&B and then knock you off your feet with some gospel like belts. This International Diva has had a life time of inspiration from her Diva aunt,<br /> Ms. Donna Summer’s.<br /><br />Taisha's international career has grown wings and this women is taking off. Don’t believe me? <br /><br />Check her out for yourself @<br /><br />FEINSTEIN’S AT LOEWS REGENCY – 540 PARK AVE. 61ST NY, NY<br /><br />Monday, Apr 05, 2010: 8:30PM<br /><br /><br />Please join Taihisha as she performs some of the greatest hits from Pop, Soul, R & B and Gospel genres as she takes you on a musical journey with the songs that have inspired her the most.<br /><br />with Special Guests:Zelma Davis (C + C Music Factory) Erik Rico Clayton Bryant Featuring Kevin Wade as Musical Director and A special performance with Bruce Sudano and Eddie Hokenson of the Brooklyn Dreams<br /><br />A not to be missed performance with Bruce Sudano and Eddie Hokenson of Brooklyn’s own Legendary 70’s super group, The Brooklyn Dreams makes this night a must have for all music lovers!<br /><br /><br />Taihisha Grant<br /><br />PLEASE CALL 212-339-4095 FOR RESERVATIONS OR FURTHER INFORMATION.Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-55897562355132565712010-03-05T15:56:00.006-05:002010-03-05T16:02:15.384-05:00My Favorite Beer - Hogarden<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S5Fwf0CNvPI/AAAAAAAAAT4/EuU0h2mSqik/s1600-h/hoegaarden.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S5Fwf0CNvPI/AAAAAAAAAT4/EuU0h2mSqik/s320/hoegaarden.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445257116313828594" /></a><br />The key to Hoegaarden’s unique, refreshing flavor and spicy nose is real Curaçao orange peel with a hint of coriander.<br />Ingredients/Brewing:<br /><br />Hoegaarden is brewed using natural ingredients – mineral spring water, unmalted wheat, barley malt, hops, yeast, coriander and Curaçao orange peel. Hoegaarden is unfiltered, giving the beer a soft body, cloudy white appearance and thick, frothy head. Hoegaarden is 4.9 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How to Serve</span>:<br />This beer is particularly refreshing in warmer months and always should be served in its signature hexagonal glass, which keeps the beer colder longer. Try pairing Hoegaarden with salmon or white-fleshed fish in citrus. The classic Belgian-inspired “moules et frites” (mussels with shoestring fries) also pair well with the beer.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Interesting Facts:</span><br />Brewing has been an integral part of life in the village of Hoegaarden, Belgium, since 1318. By the 15th century, Begarden monks settled in the area and began brewing Belgian white (or wit) ales. By the end of the 19th century, the village boasted more than 35 breweries, although it was inhabited by only 2,000 people. Hoegaarden Witbier – biere blanche, the original Belgian White Beer, is renowned in Belgium and all over the world.<br /><br />Hoegaarden is imported and distributed in the United States by Anheuser-Busch, Inc.<br /><br />Ok, so try one and let me know if you like it as much as I doKeymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-7542020512217649272010-03-03T05:35:00.006-05:002010-03-03T05:44:41.447-05:00When A Mother Loves Her Son<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S447r0Iia9I/AAAAAAAAATw/eZmW-duqiOk/s1600-h/Mother+n+Son.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S447r0Iia9I/AAAAAAAAATw/eZmW-duqiOk/s320/Mother+n+Son.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444354623452376018" /></a><br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will move heaven and earth to see him happy and safe.<br />She will work a job that she absolutely hates just so he never feels like there is ever something or someone missing.<br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will count to 10 before she beat’s his 13 year old ass for moving her car when he should have been cleaning it.<br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will become the father that her son will never have.<br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will stay up an extra 5 hours after working the graveyard shift to watch the “Little Bill” DVD 4 times. <br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will forget what her name used to be and usually recognize Mommy or Ma!<br /><br />When a Mother loves her son she will NOT! deal with the bull shit of a grown ass man<br /><br />When a mother loves her son she will carry all of his little burdens on her shoulders so that he never has to feel a thing.<br /><br /><br />When a Mother Loves Her Son….Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-77439036640263598192010-03-03T04:36:00.011-05:002010-03-04T11:53:01.899-05:00Who Is Erik Rico??????<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S44uQZMmhaI/AAAAAAAAATo/ATN4JmETd-8/s1600-h/Erik+Rico.jpeg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 87px; height: 130px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S44uQZMmhaI/AAAAAAAAATo/ATN4JmETd-8/s320/Erik+Rico.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444339858714035618" /></a><br />He is only one of the many unappreciated talents of our decade.<br />He is writer, producer, DJ, and a musician who plays multiple instruments. This man is a true artist in every sense of the word. Eric has written for the likes of <br />Talib Kwali, Qtip, Tupac Shakur, just to name a few. Believe me his discography would fill up this whole site..lol<br />The voice of Erik Rico reminds you of the legendary Stevie Wonder with an added electro soulful funk. His songs take you on a lyrical journey where you just want to close your eyes and enjoy the ride. <br />Eric’s most current album entitled “THE REWORKS’S PROJECT” is a collaboration of remakes that brings some of our favorite R n B classics into a new light. Erik Rico does a fantastic rendition of Sade’s “Sweetest Taboo” entitled “ Sade vs Erick Rico” (take a listen, I promise you wont be disappointed). <br /><object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=8,0,18,0" width="325" height="28" id="divmp3"><param name="movie" value="http://www.divshare.com/flash/playlist?myId=9568377-f2a" /><embed src="http://www.divshare.com/flash/playlist?myId=9568377-f2a" width="325" height="28" name="divmp3" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"></embed></object><br />411 on Erik Rico<br /> His Debut album “Journey Back To Me” was a hit all over Europe and Australia (the U.S. is always behind on good music, you know I’m telling the truth. ☺) my favorite song on that record is LET’S LAY TOGETHER.. (awesome song).<br />Erik’s sophmore album was also an eclectic sound. I love all of the songs on that one as well, but if I have to pick one I would say “Today” and “Peace of Mind Pt.2” (I know that’s two , but this is my blog ..LMAO).<br />In addtion to being the creative genius behind the music Erik Rico is also at the head a his record label, “Life Notes Music” (<a href="http://www.lifenotesmusic.com/home.html">http://www.lifenotesmusic.com/home.html</a>).<br />Stay tuned, I will be interviewing Erik soon and he will share his upcoming performances around the globe along with his secrets on how he makes the colorful music that he shares with us. If you can't wait until then Erik is REALLY GOOD at updating his myspace so check him out there. <a href="http://www.myspace.com/erikricomusic">http://www.myspace.com/erikricomusic</a>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-74036393981720464772010-02-22T20:08:00.004-05:002010-02-22T20:14:43.683-05:00Lemon Drop Martini<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S4Mrbcv38kI/AAAAAAAAATg/p8F1_fPIzGk/s1600-h/lemondrop.jpeg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 112px; height: 112px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S4Mrbcv38kI/AAAAAAAAATg/p8F1_fPIzGk/s320/lemondrop.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441240525367145026" /></a><br />This weeks MUST try drink is a favorite amongst many of my friends.<br />It’s called a Lemon Drop Martini, it’s not as tart as lemonade but when mixed correctly the lemony mix with the rimed sugar cocktail glass (optional for men) makes this drink absolutely delightful. This drink can be enjoyed year round but I particularly enjoy it in the spring and summer months or when I’m in a warmer climate where I can drink it out doors. But that’s just me…<br />So this week make sure to try one of these and let me know how you like it.<br />Here is the Vegas Lemon Drop Recipe $$$<br />1 1/2 oz Absolut® Citron vodka<br />1 tsp sugar<br />1/4 lemon<br /><br />Slice the 1/4 lemon into two seperate wedges. Place in a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice cubes. Pour the Absolut Citron into the shaker, and add one teaspoon of sugar. Shake vigorously. Strain into a sugar-rimmed cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist, and serve.<br /><div style='text-align:center'><br /><br /><object width='560' height='450' id='FiveminPlayer' classid='clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000'><br /><br /><param name='allowfullscreen' value='true'/><br /><br /><param name='allowScriptAccess' value='always'/><br /><br /><param name='movie' value='http://embed.5min.com/172963714/'/><br /><br /><param name='wmode' value='window' /><br /><br /><embed name='FiveminPlayer' src='http://embed.5min.com/172963714/' type='application/x-shockwave-flash' width='560' height='450' allowfullscreen='true' allowScriptAccess='always' wmode='window'><br /><br /></embed><br /><br /></object><br /><br /><br/><br /><br /></div>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-53771002061137594022010-02-16T13:42:00.002-05:002010-02-16T13:54:40.545-05:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3rp1oQCi2I/AAAAAAAAATY/ZURh5Teh7P8/s1600-h/Amil.gif"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 302px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3rp1oQCi2I/AAAAAAAAATY/ZURh5Teh7P8/s320/Amil.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438916607550327650" /></a><br /><img style="visibility:hidden;width:0px;height:0px;" border=0 width=0 height=0 src="http://counters.gigya.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bHQ9MTI2NjM*NTY5MDU5MyZwdD*xMjY2MzQ1NzQ3MzY5JnA9ODQ2ODEmZD*mbj1ibG9nZ2VyJmc9MSZvPTFmNGM3ZWU1MDM*NDRh/NzE5NmQwMGM*M2Y2YzNkZmVhJm9mPTA=.gif" /><div style="font-size:15;font-weight:bold;font-family:arial; width:320px; border:2px outset #DCDCDC; padding: 5px"> <div> <div style="float:left"><a href="http://bamalovesoul.podOmatic.com/entry/2009-04-28T10_09_57-07_00" style="text-decoration:none" title="BLS Podcast: A Brief History of Amel">BLS Podcast: A Brief History of Amel</a></div><br /> <div style="float:left"><a href="http://bamalovesoul.podOmatic.com" style="text-decoration:none; color:gray" title="BamaLoveSoul">BamaLoveSoul</a></div> <br clear='all' /> </div> <div style="margin-bottom:-5px;"> <embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.podomatic.com/swf/jwplayer44.swf" width="320" height="20" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" flashvars="height=20&width=320&file=UDS7/78/5c/31/bamalovesoul/media/ABHoA.mp3&streamer=rtmp://streams.podomatic.com/vod" > </embed> </div> <div><a target="bamalovesoul" href="http://bamalovesoul.podOmatic.com/entry/2009-04-28T10_09_57-07_00"><img src="http://www.podomatic.com/images/share/player_logo.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div> </div> <br><a border=0 href="http://www.gigyamailbutton.com/wildfire/gigyamailbutton.ashx?url=aHR*cDovL3dpbGRmaXJlLmdpZ3lhLmNvbS93aWxkZmlyZS93ZnBvcC5hc3B4P21vZHVsZT1lbWFpbCZ1cmw9aHR*cCUzYSUyZiUyZnd3dy5wb2RPbWF*aWMuY29tJTJmcG9kY2FzdCUyZmVtYmVkJTJmMTE3NDI3NyUyZjg4MDczNw==" target="_blank"><img src="http://cdn.gigya.com/wildfire/i/includeShareButton.gif" border="0" width="60" height="20" /></a>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-88633939768552860532010-02-11T15:40:00.005-05:002010-02-15T10:30:50.123-05:00Angelique Kidjo<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3Ru87DuIsI/AAAAAAAAATI/qtOsUbf19Ms/s1600-h/oyo_cover.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 237px; height: 235px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3Ru87DuIsI/AAAAAAAAATI/qtOsUbf19Ms/s320/oyo_cover.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437092643067536066" /></a><br />I was looking forward to Angelique Kidjo’s February 9th Album Release "OYO" <br />But it seems that she has pushed it back to add a collaboration with a yet unknown artist. So now I have to wait until April . <br />If your not familiar with Angelique Kidjo I’ll give you the quick run down. <br /> <blockquote><span style="font-style:italic;">Angelique Kidjo<br />Born in Benin (West Africa), Angelique Kidjo is a Grammy award-winning music recording artist deemed "Africa's premier diva" by Time Magazine. Kidjo's internationally acclaimed repertoire includes collaborations with various recording artists such as Carlos Santana, Peter Gabriel, Alicia Keys, Josh Groban, Branford Marsalis, Joss Stone, and many more. Known for her dynamic and uplifting music, she has translated her distinctive work in the arts to that of philanthropy; by promoting education for girls in Africa through her foundation, Batonga and as a UNICEF Goodwill ambassador Kidjo travels the world to inspire and empower.<br /></span><br /></blockquote><br />Regardless of your nationality, once you here the voice of Angelique Kidjo she will bring you back to the mother land.<br /><br />If you don't believe me visit her website and listen for your self.<br /><br />http://www.kidjo.com/<br />Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-17176049493203614472010-02-09T00:04:00.006-05:002010-02-09T10:32:43.278-05:00Luxury of Cognac<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3DtZMlKDYI/AAAAAAAAATA/sGYSISwB8yw/s1600-h/L%27esprit.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 237px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3DtZMlKDYI/AAAAAAAAATA/sGYSISwB8yw/s320/L%27esprit.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436105767365774722" /></a><br /><br />There is nothing better than enjoying a smooth cognac with Cuban cigar. The warm sting on your lips makes the taste of the cigar linger long enough make you want to lick your lips and do it again. Aged cognac makes the experience so much more enjoyable.<br />Since I know that you are ALL millionaire’s in the making I want to introduce you to a cognac in the Courvoisier family L’Esprit de Courvoisier. <br />L’Esprit is one of the rarest cognacs in the world. This blend of Cognacs is mixed with ancient blends that date back to the Napoleonic era. The only way to have this cognac is neat. In case you were wondering this serves in NYC for $500 per glass and the bottle retails for about $5000 dollars. <br />So you have to promise me that as soon as you have officially arrived! <br />You get someone else to buy you a bottle….LMAO…..(WINK)<br />Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-3999567099857491562010-02-08T11:52:00.003-05:002010-02-08T11:54:54.902-05:00Feeling Like Some Funk with DJ Jeff Brown<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3BBjDEop8I/AAAAAAAAAS4/NkgW9nrsRSc/s1600-h/DJJeff.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3BBjDEop8I/AAAAAAAAAS4/NkgW9nrsRSc/s320/DJJeff.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435916820612163522" /></a><br /><br />We will be talking to DJ Jeff Brown in the future but for now Let me give you a taste<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=8,0,0,0" width="470" height="36" id="divplaylist"><param name="movie" value="http://www.divshare.com/flash/playlist?myId=10338170-392&new_design=true" /><embed src="http://www.divshare.com/flash/playlist?myId=10338170-392&new_design=true" width="470" height="36" name="divplaylist" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"></embed></object>Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-86678156132459754382010-02-08T09:45:00.005-05:002010-02-08T09:55:54.020-05:00Congratulations To The Saint's<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3Aj0wxCLuI/AAAAAAAAASw/xqbc_9kR46A/s1600-h/Saints.jpeg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 124px; height: 124px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S3Aj0wxCLuI/AAAAAAAAASw/xqbc_9kR46A/s320/Saints.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435884139586924258" /></a><br /><br />I won’t even pretend to act like I’m a huge sports fanatic. What I do know is last nights Super Bowl (Colts vs. Saints) was bigger then a game for the Saints. The city of New Orleans has suffered so much since Katrina, last nights win represents hope and proof that they will not be defeated. <br />Congratulations New Orleans!!!!<br />Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107725290470226556.post-14089675808704759662010-02-06T15:16:00.007-05:002010-02-06T15:23:47.824-05:00Jaheim<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S23OK6INZ1I/AAAAAAAAASo/bEorKYcXkjE/s1600-h/jaheim.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 170px; height: 219px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_OgAnxONGIrs/S23OK6INZ1I/AAAAAAAAASo/bEorKYcXkjE/s320/jaheim.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435227012103759698" /></a><br /><br /> <br /> The first thing I have to say about him is I love the new look. Very Grown and Sexy. There is something about a man in tailored clothes that says a lot for his growth (yes I am aware that it’s the stylist doing..lol).<br />I’ve been listening to this new album “Another Round”and I must say I like it. He is consistent in the mood that he keeps you in. He is that ghetto lover that doesn’t look like the ghetto (anymore). His story telling makes every song a mini soap opera with out the R.Kelly dramatics. My favorites on this Album are “Her”, “In My Hands”, and “Aint Leavin without You Remix”. The entire Album was really good you can put this one in and not skip a song. <br />Good Luck to<a href="http://www.myspace.com/jaheim"> Jaheim</a> on this one. Let me know your thoughts.Keymannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15546740588169003698noreply@blogger.com0