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Editor in Chief Rachelle Chevrin

Music Features 6-11

Advisors Tisha Furlow (Senior) Vicky Laredo

Dishin the Dirt 12

Photographers Mike Fisher Stephanie Alexis

Mixtape reviews 14

Videographers Alphonse Jones Manny P

The Game101 15

Stylist Glam Squad

TattedUp! 28

Writers Alvita Hill Sweetie Lola Sims

Glam Squad 38

Marketing & Promotions Psycho Joe Jroc (SnS DJ) Bo Jack (SnS DJ)

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Meet

EADZ

What or who influenced your music career? Life itself influenced my music career. All the things I go through positive or negative inspires me to pick up a pen & paper & write about it.

How many years have you been rapping? I have been writing music for over 10yrs. I can honestly say wit every yr I progress tremendously with my lyrics & the various styles I'm able to spit. What project(s) are you currently working on? Right now we are currently pushing my single "Super Bad" which is getting heavy rotation on various internet stations as well as rotations on both major stations & Chicago. We're also getting ready to drop my follow up single "Wild Out" feat Waka Flocka Flame & Bo Deal.

Out of all of your songs, which one is the most personal? I have a lot of personal music that's why I call my body of work "Reality Rap" but the most personal song out of my latest work is a song called "Life Will Drown You". On this song I talked about the lost of my uncle, the lost of the children me & my significant other had to deal with, the legal troubles my lil bro is dealing with, the drug addictions that killed my dad & step dad, my mom going thru rehab & my girl dealing with the death of her father. It’s a real touching but motivational song.

How would you describe your music? I classify my music as "Reality Rap". Everything I rap about is so close to home it’s a reality to those who grew up in this lifestyle.

What motivates you to grind hard? Passion & my fans/supporters motivate me to be da best I can be. I'm What advice would you give up and coming artists? in love with music, so I'm easily motivated when music is in my pres- Invest in yourself & surround yourself around good positive people. ences. Rather it’s a beat, a stage or a conversation about rap I'm anxious to put my 2 cents in. What is something unique about you as an artist? Everything unique about me lol, naw I don't know I just think I can Describe your most memorable show? either be the coolest person on planet earth or "America's Worst I have two most memorable shows. The 1st show I ever did when I Nightmare", by the way that's the name of the Album. was a freshmen in high school, I really stunk the stage up. I remember coming to school that following Monday & I was the class joke. I What is it that you are trying to accomplish? mean everybody was laughing at me asking what was I thinking when Honestly I'm trying to be the best artists/business man I can be. I I was on stage lol. I could've gave up but my next show was the best wanna bring a stronger Entertainment market to Chicago and want to show, I took 1st place in a rap competition & from that moment eve- open some and go down as one of the Greatest Artists of All Time. rything been up hill. Would like to shout out to all my supporters in Chi town, my Dowg Where did you get your stage name from? Mobb family as well as blood family. Upcoming artists from my camp My stage name came in high school. I use to wear braids with beads including T Blaq, Monzini, LV and Martell. Hold the fort down CoStill on them nearly my whole high school career. When I rapped at the and 89 Music as well as the Diamond Girls. Big up to Manatee Music cafeteria table with all the energy I have; all you would see is my Group and label mates G Boy, Katrice, J Rowe and Ms Meth. Bring it braids & beadz swinging back & fourth. The girls in my class thought it home guys. was a turn on, so they would all ways ask me to shake my beadz for Link me at: them so the name ends up sticking. Twitter.com/beadz1st Facebook.com/beadzjones Truestar.com/beadzjones 7

So tell me how did u get into DJ'n What motivated me to become a Disc Jockey was when I went to several nightclubs & liked the fact that the reason the crowd was enjoying themselves was due to the DJ's music selection, so I like providing what a crowd enjoys as far as music goes. Is there any particular type of genre you love doing most? Honestly I'm a very huge music lover! I enjoy playing all kinds of music! The list is huge Are there any drawbacks to this occupation? The main drawback is being able to please an entire crowd especially since everywhere I've done, the crowds have been diverse & not everybody has the same taste for the different kinds of music that are provided. In 5 years where do you see yourself? In 5 years I see myself headlining@ many venues with a much bigger following & possibly doing venues outside of the area I'm currently in. (Ft.Myers) Is there anyone out there that you would like to work wit/absorb some knowledge from? Yes definitely DJ Quest, DJ 007, DJ Vinny Foo, & DJ Hitmann, oh & Selecta AJ. Apart from DJing you're also known in Ft Myers for another accomplishment. A year ago this month, you got to ask a question to a very important man in America! Tell us about this person, how you got to meet him and what your question was. I was honored with the opportunity to speak to the current president of the united states Barack Obama when he came to Ft.Myers fl for a town hall meeting regarding the current economic conditions. I noticed on television that residents of the area started camping out on the Sunday before the day of the event (Tuesday). One day before the event, tickets were distributed & I was given the last pair of tickets. Tuesday, the day of the event, President Barack Obama mentioned in his speech that he would pick residents to ask questions to him and I was chosen as the last resident

DJ Julz ...on DJing, his inspirations & meeting

Barack Obama!

to ask a question. I asked President Barack Obama if his projected stimulus package would help somebody who's been at the same job for many years such as my self with McDonald's at the time (4.5 years). If you had the same opportunity today, to ask Obama another question today. What question would you ask him? and why? If I was granted another opportunity to ask President Barack Obama another question, I would ask him "what can we as Americans do to help the rightful laws pass to decrease the spending amounts?" The reason I would ask President Barack Obama this question is because with this tough economy it seems Americans want the government to do them the favors without them (Americans) pitching in to try to make good things happen. Speaking of questions, if you we granted a wish to ask a question to anyone in the world, who would you choose and what would you ask? If I was granted a wish to ask a question to anyone in the world a question, I would choose Michael Jackson (R.I.P.) & I would him "what motivated you to be an amazing dancer in public?" I would ask him this question because I to this day wear his glove to all the nightclubs that I go to when I dance and I am amazed at how much he's been of an influence to me! How has been able to meet the most important man in America affected you 8

and your career as a DJ? Having the honor of being able to speak to the most important man in America has made a huge difference in my life due to the fact I've met so many more people & have been complimented for my energy. As far as the DJ career goes it is the reason I was hired as a DJ at Neo Lounge (downtown Ft.Myers). If you were invited to DJ at the White House for one of their Balls...Which Artists would be on your playlist? If I was given the opportunity to DJ a Ball @ the white house the following artists would be on my playlist: Bruce Springsteen, Jay-Z, Eric B. & Rakim, Diddy, Usher, Common, Kanye West, John Legend, Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Toby Keith, Alan Jackson, Jimmy Buffet, and more. Anything else before we close the interview? another DJ I forgot to mention was DJ big Smoove who was my geography/ American history teacher in high school @ cape coral high. Oh ok that's What's up. yeah he's like a father figure to me. So when can we catch you a Neo’s? On Wednesdays (open for DJ Quest), Saturdays (open for DJ 007), Sundays (open for Selecta AJ). (Editors note: Also Catch DJ Julz on Mondays rocking all night at “I’m a Show Off Open Mic” at LaBest, and on Thursdays at Level)

ok thats hott.. keep up the good work ! DeeJay Julz!! By Alvita Hill & Ladychelle

Get Familiar with G Boy What famous artist would you say your

most of the time

music resembles?

seeing now that I

Outkast and B.O.B

am blowing up.

What is something that you learned in

What people, as far

this business that you didn't know when as producers and you first started? I learned in this busi-

artists, have you

ness you have to have more than just

had the pleasure of

talent. You got to know about publishing, working with? royalties and where you as an artist job

Beadz of Dowg

are. It’s more to it than just getting

Mobb, Cheri Dennis

signed and thinking "I’m famous now"

of "Bad Boy" who

In your career, what is your ultimate

had single "I Love

goal? My ultimate goal in this business is

You" featuring Jim

to become a legend something like a Tu-

Jones and Young

pac, Biggie, Jay Z, and Outkast etc. When Joc, Gemstones I die I want to live through my music. I

orignally signed with

want to be remembered for the lives I

Lupe fiasco and Bo-

changed and people I inspired through

Deal who is under

my words.

Mizay Ent. (Waka

What or who influenced your music ca-

Flocka manager/

reer? When I was young I was always mu- mom). I have not sically inclined. I loved to dance, make

really linked up with

beats and play the drums. My family all

any producers be-

listened to different types of music

cause I produce my-

(reggae, rock, hip-hop, dusties and classi- self. I have been cal music) so it’s like I love all music that

producing for artist

makes me feel good. That is probably

in many states

where my versatility came from. I used to mainly Chicago. always play rap with my brothers and

By far which of your

battle with friends nothing serious

songs is your favor-

though. One day I was watching on de-

ite and why? My

mand (Comcast) and saw some guy

favorite song right

named Ludacris video "What’s Your Fan-

now is a song I have

tasy". That song inspired me to start get- called "I’m Blowin Up" because every-

What is it that you are trying to

ting serious song wise. What finally influ- thing I said in that song is the truth.

accomplish? I want to be one of the best

enced me were the people who told me I When I perform that, I can feel it.

in the music business and become legen-

could not rap because of my stuttering.

dary. I want to be successful, wealthy

In the next 3 years, what are some of

It hurt so bad that I had something to pr- the things you're looking forward to? In

and give the future something to live for.

pr-pr-prove to people "LOL".

the next three years I of course would be Let the world know that I am more than

What topics are your songs mostly

signed. I look forward to seeing the big

about? Well I rap and make melodies

impact I have made in this business.

Q&A by Sweetie

about whatever I feel. I talk about haters Working with popular artist and traveling a lot because that’s what I go through

the world giving my all to my fans. 11

average rapper, I am a brand.

Scrappyâ€™s Dishin The Dirt

Shaq broke up with Hoops, got back together and broke up again. Damn, that Jay Z. write a book, Decoded. Hmmmm... chick must have a uteris the size of a DISCLAIMER: All Content within this section I know he says 99 Problems is about a yardstick. is pure rumor and humor and generally have no factual information. This is for entertain- police dog, but how hard is it to interpret, "I've got 99 problems and a bitch ment only. ain't one!" Wifey Tiny sexed up T.I. on a routine prison visit in a closet. Hell, that chick is so nasty, he probably enjoys his cell mate more. Come out of he closet, Tip! Bring Rihanna is coming out with a new per'em out, bring 'em Fergie will be starring in a cartoon on fume called "Rebelle Fleur", named after out! Nickelodeon.... her grandmother. Yeah, that exactly Praise the what I want my chick to smell like! Lord! Now we don't have to Vivica Fox is crazy hot see her jacked for an older woman, Keisha Cole's getting married. Can you up, wack ass aged 45. And she's imagine waking up to that hot mess nose job on working it dating a 23 every morning? TV! Stay year old dude. You go behind the Cougar Kelly! camera, baby!

Diamond of Crime Mob filed for bankruptcy yesterday. Gucci got a huge ice cream cone tatooed Honey, your to the side of his face, supposed named career went after his company. I thin it is clever way broke years ago. Now you'll be to get little girls to lick him. knucking for a buck, knucking for a buck!!! Wacka Flocka is out of jail and charges are still pending against him. For now, he's staying in his childhood bedroom at his mama's. Hope mama catches him in the dark with no hands! 12

Jennifer Williams of VH-1's Basketball Wives has a gange of buck ass naked pics on the web. She aaaallright. I wouldn't kick her out of my bed for eating crackers.

If Niki Minaj took her wig off, she'd look like a poor little Vietnamese boy. And doesn't Drake look like middle aged, Dominican, short order cook from the Bronx?

50 Cent is banging 90210's Anna Lynn McCord. She weighs 96 pounds. Before that, he was breaking Ciara's back... Man his girls are starving just as much as he is for a hit!

Yo! Knocked up chicks with irresponsible baby daddys! You need to hustle child support like Kelis. Her deal is that if she has another kid in 2010, she makes an extra 51k a month. Hoooo!

Swizz Beatz owes the IRS 2.2 million dollars. Big F'in' deal! His wifey Alicia Keyes Put all incarcerated rappers in one prison wipes her ass with bills larger than that! so they can collab! Imagine T.I., Gucci Mane, Waka Flaka, Boosie, DMX and Ciara dating LeBron James??? Now that's Jennifer Hudson lost a gang of weight and Weezy again at a later date? Thrown in another chick that must have a three foot all, but she also Lyfe Jennings on the hook. Yo! Khaled, uteris!!! My goodies, my goodies, my lost her junk. get on this shit! goodies got toe up! Getting with Ciara My brothers, now is like throwing your hot dog down a scratch that At what point is a chick a ho? Inside of hallway. Grand friggin Canyon. bitch off your three months, Amber Rose dated Kayne hit list. That ass (cool), a lesbo (way cool) and Wiz Khalifa is on vacation. (you's a hoooooooo!!!!). Lil Kim is starting a new clothing line called "The Godess Collection". Bitch please. All you wear is spray paint!

Hollllaaa!!!

Have you seen Lil Kim lately? Plastic surgeons need to take a restraining order out against her.... Excuse me... Kim! Please stay 500 yards away from the scalpel !!

The above reflects Scrappyâ€™s opinions, not news. The content here is humor and not substantiated facts. It is outrageous, but someone in our Hip The source of these Hop game will reach billionaire status in a rumors is third hand conversation and not few years. The favorites - Russel Siminformation provided mons, Will Smith, Weezy, Akon, Jigga, 50, by a credible source. The stories are for enterDiddy and Birdman! tainment purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the views of Ford Entertainment Magazine or Ladychelle Ent as a whole.

Mixtape Reviews By

Sean Kingston: King of Kings Hosted by DJ Drama & DJ Ill Will Surprisingly this is a HOT mixtape. I was totally blown off when I seen the mixtape and the title, but they do say never judge a book by its cover. This is probably the most consistent mixtape I heard. All of the tracks from beginning to end are fire. It’s a must download.

Music Money Magnums by Travis porter. Hosted by DJ Teckniks, DJ scream, & DJ drama Ayyt so I cop the new Travis Porter "Music Money Magnums" mixtape hosted by DJ Teknikz, DJ Scream, & DJ Drama and can see why they're buzzin. First of all they blessed their fans with 19 hot tracks. The mixtape got over 10,000 downloads in 24 hours. So if you need a boost of energy before you hit the club this is definitely the mixtape you want to get .

Yo Gotti: CM5 (White Friday) Hosted By Bigga Rankin If it wasn’t for Yo Gotti the state of Tennessee wouldn’t exist. That’s no disrespect to Young Buck or Three 6 Mafia, but this independent artist is booked all over. This mixtape is a prime example of how to carry your own. I’ve always liked Yo Gotti and after listening to this mixtape 3 times in a row like I did you’ll see why.

Gucci Mane Presents Brick Squad Mafia Hosted by DJ Holiday

Game: Purp & Patron

Despite the giant ice cream tattoo on his face Gucci and his crew shows they still got it. Some of the beats on this mixtape goes hard. It’s crazy how Gucci raps slow and never sounds hype on a track, but yet still moves a crowd. This 18 track mixtape is worth downloading and is a great car riding album.

Hosted by DJ Skee First of all… Where hell has Game been? He had 2 blazing albums and then just disappeared. But I must admit that this mixtape is crack. He has features from everyone i.e Birdman, Timbaland, David Banner, Joell Ortiz and much more. If you do not cop this mixtape you are sleeping. I highly recommend !!

CTE or Nothing Hosted by DJ Folk & DJ Got Now On this mixtape you can tell Young Jeezy is trying to go back to the “Thug Motivation 101” version of himself. With Drumma Boy, Lex Luger, & Olympicks producing this mixtape , what do expect besides greatness. This is the mixtape you listen to while chillin with your boys smoking, drinking, playing spades or whatever.

DJ Q C.E.O of Beachcity Entertainment 105.5 The Beat Slip N Slide DJ's Future Star DJ's

The Game 101:Important Mixtape Facts

Why Mixtapes are an Important Marketing Tool By Dj Tecnine For many years now

There is a psychology to the “Mixtape” game. The biggest

record labels have

misconception new DJ’s or artist make is thinking that

looked at mixtape

they are going to make a lot of money off it. There is a

popularity, sales, and

potential to make some money but a DJ or artist would

now downloads to de-

have to build their way to that. Do the benefits outweigh

termine the potential

the cost? The answer: Absolutely. A well put together

success an up and com-

mixtape may not make you rich or even close, but the

ing hip hop artist. A

positive exposure can come back more than 5x. What I

great example is 50

mean is that for every 1 person that has a copy of your

Cent, he made a very

mixtape, he/she will let at least let 5 of their friends listen

big name for himself in

to it. Now even if the person that is listening to the mix-

the hip hop world just by putting out a series of back to

tape is not into your music, they have now heard of you

back mixtapes. 50 Cent had built such a name for himself

now. My main point to all this is that exposure is the main

by the time his first official album “Get Ready or Die

benefit of a mixtape to any DJ or artist. Many artists in-

Tryin” dropped that he nearly sold 1 million albums cop-

vest money into mixtapes just to give away. After all

ies in his first week. That is just an example of how mix-

would you pay money to listen to an artist you have never

tapes have been secretly been on the frontline of hip hop heard before? Most likely not, but they will listen to it for record sales.

free and if they like it they will opt to by it next time. All artist give out samplers for one reason. It’s the laws of

The mixtape game has evolved so much throughout the

attraction. People want to know that you can give them

years. DJ’s have gone from recording mixes on cassette

quality music on a constant basis.

tapes in the 80’s, thus getting the name “Mixtape”. Then the mixtape game caught up to the CD era in the late 2000’s and DJ’s were able to put their mixes on CD’s, but still it still retained the “Mixtape” name. Now the mixtape game has evolved full scale into the digital generation and now DJ’s and MC’s can now market mixtapes online through the internet and reach a greater amount people on a vast scale.

“239 Made, Shinin’ in Dade!”

Shanna Corrina 16

When did you begin modeling? I started "modeling" with You have any big projects you wanna give ya boy the excluDoug Vosler (RIP) and doing random shoots when I was 17. sive on? Keep an eye out for me in 2011 for Show Magazine, You have been putting in a lot of work lately, What are some of JM Magazine, Zaria and a few acting projects I can't really talk you biggest accomplishments thus far? Being on E! Top 12 sexi- about too much just follow me on www.twitter.com/ est jobs "Miami" , a feature in Pitbull's Music Video "Bon Bon" shannacorrina to keep up with all my projects and what's hot Rick Ross Music Video "MC HAMMER" the lead for Arcangels in Miami. I always let my followers know about the best parties Music Video Ganas De Ti feat los Galakticos and doing magahitting Miami Beach every week so keep it locked. zines such as Blackmen's Magazine, Girls of Lowrider, and If someone is interested in booking you for a shoot what is Mixed Magazine Cover. the best way to go about booking you? Contact Arthur What aspect of modeling you like best, print? videos? ect.? I Donaldson (Arabelle Models) at Arenjoy television hosting and acting and Print modeling because thur@arabellemodeling.com it pays the best, but music videos are fun too. 908-397-3005 As an artist myself myself who have shot videos, I have a certain respect for females who can pull of a video girl look and still stand out! How was it working on set with an artist such as Pitbull? It was really fun. He was really down to earth and everyone on set was really profesional, which made all the models relax and were able to let loose on camera. The Bon Bon video was really sexy so I def can't complain being on set 12 hours with beautiful girls and Mr. 305 himself! What things about you separate yourself from all the models in SWFL? I am a very short model I am only 4'9. I do not take myself too seriously and remain down to earth. I don't know if that makes me different but I know that it is a struggle to make a name for yourself when your really tiny in a world full of taller models. There are always going to be girls who are prettier or taller or have something I don't but I believe my personality makes me stand out. Also their are a lot of fake people in this industry so I always try to keep it real even if people don't like that. I know you have been moving around, all over different scenes where are you based out of now? I am in Miami Beach, Fl. 305! Do you have any favorite photographers to work with? I love working with Paul Cobo,Charles from IEC studious, MJ FLIX, and Dan Gawlik from Miami. They always make me look so beautiful. I also enjoy working with Keith Issac from Fort Before we get out of here, is there anything you want to Myers! I am so picky with pictures, so I really appreciate a pho- leave with our readers? Thanks to everyone from 239 that tographer that takes their time and learns about the model helped me get started in modeling and dancing. I went from their working with like these photographers have. taking pictures with local photographers and GoGo Dancing at Do you have any advice to any of our young females thinking 1527 and Beat Club to Dancing in Miami Beach and landing a bout starting in the modeling industry? Be picky with whom spot on E! televison for dancing and if it wasn't for all my you choose to manage you and whom you take pictures with. friends downtown and around 239 I wouldn't have made it As you move up in modeling you want your best pictures out where I am today. 239 Made; shinin in Dade! there. Don't just shoot with anyone because their willing t shoot you. Stay exclusive and don't just take any gig! Stay away www.twitter.com/shanancorrina from pervert photographers and fake agencies. There are a lot facebook "shannacorrina" of bullsh*t artists out there so get the right management and myspace/shannacorinne you will be ok. Questions by Psycho Joe 17

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Wayne "Money to Blow" but you can spot me in others such as "Bedrock", "All I do is Win" and "4 my town (playball)" Which one (of your features) was the most memorable? Who was it with? What made it so memorable? I loved "All I do is Win" because there were great times behind the scenes on that set. It was also cool to witness soo many different artists. I had seen the other artists before, but Snoop & Ludacris were a first for me. "Bedrock" was fun because it was a different concept compared to most videos. Most recently though I was cast for Diddy/ Dirty Money "I hate that you love me". This was memorable for me because it was with Diddy! This video did not go as planned & my scene was never even filmed, but the experience was cool. where would you ultimately like to take your career? Ultimately I feel I belong on television and/or the big screen! Whether acting or TV show hosting, I'm not quite sure. Maybe both! What is the best advice you could give a newcomer to this industry? Respect yourself, be confident, do not get discouraged and NETWORK! What got you into modeling? Long story short, I discovered craigslist.com, come across Tell us, do you have any special regime to keep that Innovative Entertainment (which is now innovative model fabulous figure? & talent management) and the rest is history. Right now Its just my everyday life. This figure is not as fabulous as it was before though lmao I need to get my Why modeling as a profession versus any other career? butt in the gym ! Cuban food on the daily has caught up Right now modeling is not a full time profession, although to me. it'd be cool if It could turn into such one day. I get this natural high and a crazy adrenaline rush (that I am adHow does your everyday look vary from your modeling dicted too!) when I am on set. Until a more traditional look? (If at all) career does that for me, I am sticking with the industry On an everyday basis I'm very simple. Self proclaimed work. BUM! jeans, tank, flip flops and I'm good to go. I've come a long way though, It's not as bad as it used to be. EspeTell us a lil bit about some of your features? cially living on south beach, I try to be on point because Up until now I have done a little bit of everything Includ- there is no telling who I could run into when I walk out my ing a couple of magazines, fashion shows, party hosting, door and I don't want to ruin an opportunity because I LOTS of promotional work and just recently acting. What I look a mess. have the most experience with is Music videos. The video Describe you in three words: I receive the most camera time in is Birdman, Drake & Lil Funky, optimistic, Genuine 20

The Biggest misconception about the modeling industry is that its all Glitz and Glamour! All I have to say is, “ “All That Glitters Is not Gold.’”

â€œI always said I'm going to take Rocsi's job on 106&park.â€?

Describe for us a day in your life as a model.... For now, a day in my life is pretty simple. I work a full time job as a waitress. I am usually up all night and sleep most of the day. Here and there I will have castings or get booked for something, but other than that I eat, sleep, work and surf the web everyday lol

What is your dream gig? Hmmm... I always said I'm going to take Rocsi's job on 106&park. If modeling wasn't an option, what other career field would we have found you in? I think I will always be somewhere within the entertain-

My Favorite quotes:

ment industry. What was your very first photoshoot like? What was your mindframe? I was 14 years old. I knew then that I loved how it felt to get done up and come alive in front of the camera however I was young and couldn't take things into my own hands.

"If you don't know where you are going, any road will take you there" -Lewis Carroll & "Love all, Trust few, Do wrong to none" William Shakespeare

What was your very first Video like? Who was it with? What was the experience like? My first experience with a big music video was as an extra on set of Rick Ross, Nelly and Avery Storm's "Here I am". I was head over heels in love with what was going on lol I'm telling you the high is unreal !

Twitter.com/Christa_Elise Christagraziano@Gmail.com Photo credits: Antwan @VivalaTwenty5

Introducing: Derrick Smith

Did you ever think you would be modeling?

Q&A by Lola Sims

isn't the work. The magazines is the finished product but be-

Honestly no I didn't I played basketball and thought I would be a pro. I thought modeling was very out of sight for me. What is something about the modeling industry that people wouldn't know off hand? Its very hard work. What you see fore that is where all the work takes place such as the gym, eating right, styling. What would be your dream gig? No hesitation. Ralph Lauren. I'd love to book a Ralph Lauren Ad. I love everything about their line. I've been wearing their clothes all my life so to model for them would be an honor. Who have you modeled for so far? Nick Every, The Speak, Nuzie' Clothing. What is your ultimate goal for your modeling career? Being a role model. I'm a model by title but I want to be looked at as a role model by actions. I would love to inspire people who don't believe they can model to do so just like the ones before me did. Hobbies Interest? I love cooking and baking those are my favorite hobbies. I love to read also. Inspirational books such as "Think and Grow Rich." What do you look for in a mate? Maturity is the most important thing. Hard working, understanding and confidence. What is a dream date for you? A boat ride. Where its us on a boat alone clear waters and good conversation is something money can't buy.

How did you first get into modeling? I got into modeling by watching the greats before me do it. Such as Tyson Bedford, Tyrese Gibson. Seeing them do it as African Americans gave me the motivation to want to become a model.

www.twitter.com/thederricksmith www.facebook.com/derricksmithfans www.thederricksmith.tumblr.com *Photo by William Lords 24

Cherrie Garden

While growing up in the beautiful island of Jamaica, Cherrie Garden aspired to be a doctor for all of her teenage years, but secretly she’d always had a hidden desire to be the next host on BET’s 106 & Park. Her mother introduced her to runway modeling at 14 years old, but had her doing thematic Photo shoots from the age of 3. After getting her first taste of the runway, she wanted more and would model formalwear and wedding attire faithfully every year in the Annual Wedding Extravaganza held at the Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston. After graduating Immaculate Conception High School in Jamaica she attended Berkshire School in She ff iel d, M as sac h usett s. Throughout her years at Berkshire she specialized in the performing arts of Dance and Theater where she developed a true passion for the stage. Being accepted into Emory University brought her to Atlanta, Georgia where she studied Biology and English as majors, Spanish minor on a Pre-Med track. She also taught traditional and contemporary Jamaican dance as an extracurricular. While at Emory, Cherrie G. began to feel the call of the catwalk again. She decided to pursue her dreams of modeling, hosting and acting more fervently and make them a reality.

Cherrie joined Iconz Media Group in summer of 2007 and has been on a roll since then. She has participated in a variety of local and national fashion shows, she’s been hired to host shows and parties, and even scored a part in More than just a pretty face, Cherrie G. is an urbane sophistian independent film with Lantawood Productions called cate endowed with finesse, articulate intelligence and a vividly “AirPlay.” dynamic personality that adds spice to any affair. Being raised in the elite suburbs of Kingston, Jamaica, her classy upper crust suave combines with her loyalty to her colorful Caribbean culture to create the entire package that is Cherrie Garden. 25

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Christian Brown Model, Actor, All Around Great Guy.

coach Calvin. Most recently, Christian played a role on ABC’s One Life to Live in By Lola Sims an episode starring Kourtney Kardashian. Model/actor Christian Brown was born Behind the scenes footage will also air on July 19th 1987 in Washington Heights, a future episode of E!’s Keeping up with NY, where he spent his childhood and still the Kardashians. thinks of as “home”. Raised by his single Christian’s modeling experience includes mother, along with two older sisters, campaigns for Poetik Design, N8KD, ArChristian grew up with an immense reter, WashHouse Jeans and Nike’s combat spect for women and for the sacrifice football line. single parents make every day, always With an exquisite physique, goals, and a planning to one day provide for the fammind to match, Christian Brown ‘s a must ily that has given him so much. From his to catch up on. Senior Writer Lola Sims days at Rice High School, playing on the recently had the chance to get the 411 on NYC and Catholic School Championship, him from fitness to women. Enjoy. nationally ranked basketball team, ChrisHow do you stay fit? Simple, strict diet tian refused to settle for anything short and a consistent attendance at the gym. of greatness. Now, through hard work Hardest part is will power. Once your and an attitude that looks at every obstamind is strong, everything else will fall cle as a chance for opportunity, Christian into place. is making it happen and is currently What is your work out Regimen? I work signed with Silver Models and MMG. out 4 times a week. I super set all of my Christian made his first big screen apworkouts with abdominal exercises. pearance in the feature film Just Wright Confusing my body is a big part of my (2010), starring Queen Latifah, Common regimen, I don't allow my body to get and Paula Patton. He got the chance to comfortable/accustom to any exercises. I showcase his real-like basketball skill, keep my muscles guessing. I also play playing alongside Common on the New basketball twice a week for several hours Jersey Nets in the film. Christian also apfor cardio. peared in Jordan Coleman’s independent film, Payin’ the Price, playing basketball 26

What is the most attractive trait to you in a woman? A combination of ambition, morals, integrity, honesty and humor. What part of a woman's body attracts you the most? Tough question. Women are beautiful creatures, but I'm gonna have to go with the eyes. When you first meet someone that's how the "fireworks" begin. You know that saying, "the eyes are the windows to the soul..." Reminds me of a special lady I met, I still remember when I gazed into her beautiful green eyes for the first time, I was lost in them and every time since- all I see are "fireworks..." How did you first get into modeling? Two summers ago I worked on the feature film, Just Wright. While shooting all summer I became good friends with actor/model Mehcad Brooks. We hung out a lot after the film wrapped, and one night we were enjoying the NYC night life and he put the bug in my ear. Ever since that night everything has been falling into place for me. What is your ultimate goal for your career? To become a full time relevant Actor and model. Once that is established, sky's the limit.

If you could be an underwear model for one of the big brands, who would it be? Def has to be Sean John. They are a reputable clothing company. Anything Mr. Combs put his hands on or affiliates his name with turns into gold. They also represent the best of both worlds, a fusion of urban and upscale attire. Any funny stories from the profession? One of my favorite photos we like to call "the one" shot by Ms. Desi Adorn was the funniest experience taking photos. The concept was to photograph water bouncing off of my chest. To make a long story short, water hurts! Two people stood next to me and threw buckets of water at me, 10 refills later we finally got the shot. Once we all saw the image, we all said, that's the one. What is it about modeling that draws you to it? Modeling is fun. Not only do clients pay you to represent and wear their merchandise, but models inspire people to buy merchandise because they saw the model wearing it. If you weren't modeling what do you think you would be doing? Teaching, I love working with kids. They are the future. It's an amazing feeling to be able to help and affect a child's life/ future. (Bio by Gabriel Johnson, Q&A by Lola Sims)

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I am THE Blue from Blue Ink Tattoosâ€Ś.. My first tat, I was 10 when i thought about it I was thinking â€œima get so many tattoos". That was my 1st dream, really. Then when I was 12, my brother died. We had the same initials so I was 12 and the most tatted dude in school! Lol, it was the coolest thing ever!

Most of my tats i drew myself..it took me about 4-6 years to finish my arm..

Seeing that I'm a tattoo artist, I don't have much time to get tatted...I love my clients to death so to choose between doing tats and getting tats, I cant really say..

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My first Tattoo was my ex boyfriend name...big mistake...I was in the 11th grade.. but I got it covered up..

My tat on my arm...is because at one point, I loved cupcakes. I was loving cupcakes and sweet stuff. I used to eat cupcakes everyday! I have a sweet tooth.

My other one on my back..I wanted more of a cartoonish pin up girl. Everyone thinks its me..but its not. I also got my mom and dad names tatted. Shout out to them. 31

Keenan Carter â€œTattoos are basically an accessory and should be accepted by society.â€?

95% of the tattoos I got, got meaning. I got my first tattoo when I was 13-14. I got a tattoo of my city, Fort Myers, aka Pakistan 32

Mike Fisher “I Don’t have numbers (of tattoos) I have Pieces”

My first tattoo, I was about 16. I saw my cousin get a tat, thought it was cool. So I got one too. To me, tattoos are a form of Self-Expression. “It’s not an Addiction, it’s a commitment. You have to have a goal in mind. Shout out to my Idol, Wiz Khalifa” 33

Rican Barbie My first tat, I was 16, it was my ex girlfriend’s initials...it’s covered now by crossbones and a bow. I have Puerto Rico tattooed on my right ankle..then I have penguins that I love on my left ankle.. I have music notes, I love stars and I have an angel that kinda looks like me.

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Chino I got my first tattoo at my boyâ€™s crib. It was my momma's name. We had a lil tattoo party and I didn't know what to get, so I got my mom's name. I was about 16. The rest of my tattoos : I got my last name in my inner arm, I got tears on my fingers so if you put em to my face, looks like I'm crying. And you put em near my mouth, looks like I'm drooling.

Tattoos tell a story ,it tells something about yourself. Every part of that image paints a picture and you're the one who helped paint that picture to put on your skin. 35

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Cosmetologists * Make Up Artists * Barbers * Designers * Photographers*

Meet our team I am Amber Brady and I currently attend Sunstate Academy in Fort Myer, FL. I chose hair styling as my career, for hair is my passion. I've had the love for this field since i was 6 years old. I love the art of it and how great it makes me feel when seeing the end result. I joined The Mosaic Group, because of the positive and talented people that are a part of it and the amount of knowledge I gain for being with such a great team.

The Mosaic Group is a multi faceted business with over 2 years experience in the Cosmetology and Business field. They have provided the local community with extravagant fashion shows  My name is Amy Acevedo. I chose to do hair because it is a while showcasing local designers on the runway, and expresscreative outlet for me and helping people feel and look ing their creativity in hair design. As accomplished individuals their best truly inspires me. I feel that going to school for they strive to give back to the community, in the form of charicosmetology was one of the best choices I've ever made table donations or voluntary work, while showing the members and that upon graduation in 2009, I had finally conquered of the community how to embrace their beautiful side. one of my career goals. I joined the Mosaic Group shortly These individuals met while attending Sunstate Academy and after graduating for guidance and assistance in getting myRegency in Fort Myers Fl., who gained great respect for cosmeself along side others acknowledged through our talents. tologists and barbers and thus formed an alliance to show case Since joining the group I have been able to exhibit my abilitheir talent and thus found their niche in the world. The group ties as both a hairstylist and makeup artist behind the consists of 8 members: Amber Brady, Amy Acevedo, Autumn scenes on models for a couple of local fashion shows that Sturgis, Axely Sepulveda, Bethany Butler, Frenishya Johnson, the group successfully hosted with the support of local Joe Hall and Praveenta Singh. Each individual of The Mosaic businesses. I love doing hair/makeup and feel incredibly Group have full time careers yet capable of pursuing their viblessed to have been given the talents I have. I am very sion in fashion and design hence the name The Mosaic Group – passionate about what I do and make it my personal goal composed o many diverse talents. to continuously grow and excel in the hair and fashion inThe debut show Rockstar Lifestyle was Sept 16th of 2010 which dustry to enable myself through hard work and creativity benefited The American Cancer Society and Operation Call to always provide the most beautiful results. Home was an ultimate success of talent and creativity not to mention the collaboration of local salons and students. The  Autumn L. Sturgis: States she joined Regency for make-up follow up show was Winter Wonderland on Dec 11th, 2010 and hair due to desire to have a photography business. Auwhich benefited the HealthPark Children’s Hospital. tumn has never been into the “glamour” aspect of lives but enjoys making her clients look and feel like a star. Autumn attended an open audition for make up artists where she met the coordinator of The Mosaic Group and realized this is a great experience for her to explore and harness her talent with other individuals as herself. 

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Axely Sepulveda: Being a hairstylist is very fulfilling to me. There are so many girls that grow up with low self esteem but the creativity that enthralls me enables me to change that! I've always had an aptness for doing updos and I know it made my mother proud when I joined and graduated Sunstate Academy. I hadn't quite gone in any certain direction with my education after graduating when I was asked if I wanted to join The Mosaic Group. Their vision enticed me and I jumped on board. Being a hairstylist for a fashion show is fun for me. The models are like my canvas, and having people appreciate my art is very rewarding for me.

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Bethany Butler: is one of the youngest Stylists in The Mosaic group. She postponed her dance career to pursue the Cosmetology dream she always wanted. So she enrolled in Sunstate Academy in July 2009 and never looked back. Once she was in Sunstate Academy her creativity broke loose. Just in the first 6 weeks she won the fantasy competition and after that she won the Bridal Competition. Bethany was chosen to compete at the Premiere Hair Show in Orlando. The coordinator of The Mosaic Group came to Bethany to invite her into TMG. Bethany was excited and her brain went crazy with ideas. Being in TMG has inspired Bethany continue being involved in photo shoots ,and fashion shows as well as being apart of Glam Squad of Ft. Myers ,Fl. Bethany's creativity never stops flowing and her ideas are continuously coming to life.

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Frenishya Johnson: I always had a love for hair and began to share my talent at the age of 9. I am a recent graduate of Sunstate Academy in Fort Myers FL and I decided now would be the best time to be my own boss. Today I am following my dreams and showcasing my talent along the way at Salon Believe in Cape Coral Fl. I became a part of The Mosaic Group to showcase my work, have free reign over my talent and to help give back to the community, we firmly believe and agree in charities not to mention assisting in any way possible. I look forward to the New Year with much anticipation in regards to the upcoming shows and benefits we will be a part of.

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Joe Hall: I became a cosmetologist following the footsteps of my grandmother and mother. I find hair design and makeup artistry to be another way to express my creative energy. I also dabble in fashion design. I find it very rewarding to make the client/model a work of beauty. In the future I look forward to participating with our group of talented individuals in the Mosaic Group at our upcoming events and broadening my depth of creative expression and giving back to the community.

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Praveenta D. Singh: Since high School I wanted to attend "beauty" school but followed my parent’s foot steps and hold my Associates in Medical Administration and my Bachelors in Marketing and Finance. Two years ago I decided no time like the present and enrolled into Sunstate Academy in Fort Myers, FL where I gained great respect for cosmetologists and barbers yet realized I wanted to do more than create the beauty of an individual. Hence the 2 shows in 2010 and more to come in 2011. Thank you

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Tips & Tricks Beauty

Health "The Benefits of Exercise"

Nails

The benefits to exercise is endless. Everything in the human “If you have a problem with your body can regenerate itself except the brain and your nervous nail polish chipping so fast , try system. Daily exercise plays a major role in the helping of the buffing off all the shine from your body regenerate. With this information given its hard to undernail , and apply base coat, stand why most people wait for the doctor to diagnose them two coats of color and a top with a life threaten illness before we take action. coat.” - Bethany Today there's more people dying from so many acute diseases then ever before. These acute diseases can easily be prevented with exercise and good nutrition. For the human body, the key components to a healthy life are:

Make-up “ If you don’t have the money for high end eye shadows like MAC , go to the dollar store and purchase your colors of choice .Just use your concealer as a base, apply your shadow and they will last all day long.”- Samantha

1. Physical activity 2. Good nutrition 3. Stress management 4. Psychological balance

Hair

5. Routine check-ups

"Combine one tbsp. of olive oil and one tbsp. of honey to create a deep conditioning treatment. Melt the mixture in the microwave for no more then one minute. Remove the conditioning treatment from the microwave and apply root to end. Deep conditioning treatments for ethnic hair can help to stop the breakage before it becomes irreparable." -Whitney

Skin "One way to get rid of those annoying dark circles around your eyes is cut two potato or cucumber slices, close your eys and put them on yours eyelids . The Natural juices from the potato or cucumber remove them."- Christina

Exercise can help if you suffer from Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease (CAD), Diabetes, Osteoporosis, just to name a few. A sedentary lifestyle is now recognized as a health hazard (Paffenbarger et al., 1993; American College of Sports Medicine, 2000; Blair, 1993) and everyone can benefit from some form of physical activity.

By: Shaina Eiland Personal Trainer

“A Sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is now recognized as a health hazard!”

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Getting to Know Your Partner’s Sexual Past

Prevention of Pregnancy 

By Paige Diamond

Are you and/or your partner trying to get pregnant?

In honor of Condom Month this month, I wanted to bring your

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Do you want to have any children?

attention to something that isn’t discussed a lot- Sexual Past.

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Do you have a vasectomy/tubal occlusion?

Many may argue that to base a person on their sexual history is

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What is being done to prevent pregnancy?

not only bias but also totally unfair due to the fact that everyone

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Do you think prevention of pregnancy is a

has a past. Some folks’ pasts are more grim than others so usually

joint effort or is the male’s or female’s

it’s the ones who’s past isn’t all sunshine that typically feel this is

responsibility?

unfortunate. I’m not one to judge so don’t expect my position is

Prevention of STIs 

to make decisions on who you sleep with solely on sexual past. What I will say is you most definitely want to take a few things

What do you use to protect yourself from STIs & HIV?

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into account BEFORE and WHILE you are sexually involved with someone.

Do you use protection for oral, anal and manual(fingering) sex?

We can all agree that out of all the topics to discuss- sexual history

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How often do you get tested for STIs/HIV?

has to be the most uncomfortable hence it is often avoided and

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When was the last time?

not talked about. Even though we know at the end of the day we

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How often do you use condoms/dental

have to protect ourselves because we only have ONE LIFE, we still

dams?

run from this conversation. One of the main reasons why is be-

Past History of STIs

cause OUR sexual history isn’t so great and we fear opening a can

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Have you ever had an STI?

of worms hat can make us less desirable to our potential or cur-

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Have any of your partners ever had an STI?

rent partner.

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Have you or any of your partners ever inject

The bottom line is this- there is no escaping the consequences of

drugs? 

sex whether they are good or bad. Part of being RESPONSE-able is asking questions that are not so comfortable but it’s a must so

Have you or any of your partners ever had sex in exchange for money, gifts or favors?

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that you and your partner know what the real deal is. When it comes down to sexual history and getting to the “nitty

Is there anything about your sexual practices I should know about?

gritty” the 5 P’s have to be addressed: There are a number of methods to aid in the prevention of STIs, Partners

HIV & pregnancy including abstinence, the reduction of the num-

Prevention of Pregnancy

ber of partners you sleep with, male and female condoms, dental

Protection from STIs

dams & surgical sterilization to name a few. We have to keep in

Practices

mind that sex is not the only way to demonstrate your feelings

Past history of STIs

and to show your partner you are attracted to them. The western

Just in case you need a little help- here are some questions that world seems to have a heavy focus on sex but intimacy is not can help you along the way! mentioned no where near as much. Intimacy is the tie that generates and creates a sense of bonding and closeness. This can be ·

Partners 

done by holding hands, kissing, cuddling, giving each other full Do you have sex with men, women or both/

body massages, taking baths together. Remember there is always

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In the past month, how many people have more than one way to skin a cat. Take your time before you deyou slept with? cide to lay up with someone, you may get more than what you  In the past 6 months, how many people have bargained for. These questions are hard but fair. Take the time you slept with?

out to ask them and you may get some insight into what type of

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How long does it take you to start going person you are dealing with. If they have nothing to hide, answer“raw” with your partner typically? ing these questions should be a breeze. On the flip side if there is

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How many of these partners were without some resistance, you may want to think twice about laying up and protection? giving up the goods! 40

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