You Know Big Sean

So, lets say you had a dream to be a superstar music artist and THE hottest artist out took you under his wing signed you to his label and introduced your music to the world. That'll be crazy right?? Well in Big Sean's case dreams really do come true. While in his hometown, Detroit, Big Sean got the opportunity to rap for Mr. Kanye West and Ye told him right then that he would sign him. But let's not just give Kanye too much credit. Sean has an undeniable talent, and it was only a matter of time before he got his foot in the door. Somehow in between traveling and performances we got a hold to Sean to pick his brain a little bit. And because I'm just that good to you, I'll let you see what he had to say.

DW: Ok, so I don't want to ask you the typical "How does it feel to be signed to G.O.O.D Music" question because I'm sure it's amazing. But I would like to know do you feel a lot of pressure to live up to the creativity of Kanye and your label mates (Common, John Legend, Mr. Bentley)?

BS: It's a dream come true to be on GOOD Music. Kanye was one of my favorite artist so for him to sign me, let alone acknowledge me is insane. I feel no pressure though, because you got to accept that when your on a team like GOOD, you're on there for a reason.

DW: True. So, what's your definition of success?

BS: When you can look at your life and feel accomplished, happy, and satisfied! I think success is measured not by money, but more so happiness.

DW: Being from Detroit, do you think it makes a difference where your from when trying to get into the music industry or can you really make it from anywhere?

BS:I think it makes a big difference! You can make it out of anywhere, but I feel like some places are harder then others. There are some cities who support artists who get opportunities to be radio, get signed, etc. And some cities where everybody in the city thinks they can do a better job themselves and therefore hate on the artist. Sometimes that can make or break somebody. It also depends on what type of artist you are too.

DW:Has there been a specific moment where you had to stop and take it all in and realize how blessed you are? Like fans noticing you on the street, or a special performance, or traveling to different places?

BS: All the time. I'm as blessed as I want to be. as an artist and as a perfectionist I can say I'm nowhere near where I want to be at in my career, but I can say it's coming. I'm one of the most blessed people in the world though. It's hard work though.

DW: So where do you draw inspiration from?

BS: I get inspiration from other artist, sometimes regular people, sometimes certain situations. All sorts of different things give me inspiration. I don't think inspiration will ever not be there, no matter what, it's like air. Sometimes you just don't even recognize inspiration in situations, but it's always there.

DW: When did you decide to make a career out of music? And what would you be doing if you were not doing music?

BS: I decided I wanted to do music when I was about 9 or so. If I wasn't doing music I would probably be in school trying to get my life together and figure out what I want to do.

DW: Do you plan on venturing out into other areas? (clothing line, acting, reality series?)

BS: Yeah, I'm a hell of a actor. lol. Seriously my mother was a professional actress for a very short part of her life but she was extremely good. She had to quit because she had me and my brother, and my dad wasn't around too much. I actually made a song about it on my album where I explain her story. Kanye produced it and is featured on it too.

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DW: Is there anything about the music industry that upsets you?

BS: A million and one things. You got to be made for this shit, or it will kill you. I can't get too much into that though. Labels can be your friend, and they can also be your enemy sometimes.

DW: As your fame grows, what do you want to avoid as a celebrity?

BS:Just a bad reputation. But I'm a cool person and I keep it real, so I think I'll be good. I want to avoid all the dirty hoes too. Send the pretty, clean, cool ones my way though, lol.

DW: Lol, I can understand wanting to avoid that. So what's next for Big Sean?

BS:Finally Famous the Album. Crazy! Got Kanye, Dream, Pharrell, etc. It's going to be something to remember. I promise. I'm also releasing a mixtape with 10 deep too that's going to be dope as hell. A good intro warm up for the album. Whatever I can get my hands on.

To learn more about Big Sean head over to UknowBigSean.com

-Doni W.

Melanie Fiona Speaks The Truth

Another Kanye affiliate has a hit on her hands. He always seems to find the best talents. Her new song is featured on his blog, and all I can say is GO LISTEN! Click the pic to check it out.

-Doni

Coming Soon...

...To my feet! I saw these shoes a few weeks ago at Burn Rubber in Royal Oak, MI and I could've cried when they didn't have my size. Luckily I found them hiding from me on UrbanOutfitters.com (if you even think about ordering a size 8, you're going on my hit list). So be on the look out for the Nike plaid Blazer low classics on yours truly. ;-)

-Doni W.

KC Does Vibe....Again

This is one of the best covers of Vibe that I've seen in a long time. Keyshia looks gorgeous, and with her new more put together and sexy style she's the perfect person to put on the cover of the Style Issue. For this issue they did two different covers, I like this one the best, the other one is with Keyshia and crazy a$$ Frankie...which is still pretty too. This makes for Keyshia's third Vibe cover, so she must be doing something right.

P.S.- Is anyone else in love with her new wrist tattoo??? Sooo cute



-Doni W.

Free Your Feet

Check out the goodies at Free People.









-Doni W.

Did You See?

Last nights Oscars was surprisingly entertaining. I guess they got the memo that award shows are getting boring and we the people could care less now-a-days. But the way the awards were presented, the set, and the host were all very entertaining. Ok, enough about that...on to the clothes. To me there were a few hits, and few ok's, and a lot of misses. Miley Cyrus looked very well put together in Zuhair Murad...although it's reminiscent of fish scales, she'd be the prettiest fish in the sea.



Ms. Poised and Pretty Anne Hathaway sparkled and shined in Armani Prive'. She went the safe route, which I admire, because it's just too easy to get it wrong these days.



And last AND least...Mrs. Hov. Instead of going with her normal choice of Ellie Saab...she decided to wear one of her own designs from House of Dereon. (Sigh). I mean I love the shape and fit of the gown...but that large of a print just screams old lady living room curtains. Better luck next time B. Still love ya though.

Click here to see the others.

-Doni W.

Prayers Don't Go Unanswered...

So what would you do if you went in to Payless and saw all these lil beauties on the shelves? Find your size in every style and guard them with your life right??? RIGHT! Everyone's favorite Project Runway star, Christian Siriano, designed these pieces of heaven and they will be available for $25-45 at your local Payless. If I were you I'd go down to Payless and give them your cell #, house #, work #, email, and aim screen name, so you can be notified the minute these hit the store. Payless ain't seen nothing like this before, lol.

Happy shopping.

-Doni W.

Diddy Presses Play on Gay!!

YES... i know it has been some time since i wrote you.... I'm sorry, but I'm working on some BIG projects.... ANYWAYS.... I was recently talking to a good friend of mine that works at a radio station down in Florida, and we were comparing north vs south celeb drama... and basically this is what was said......

Xzibit did an interview with a Sirius Satellite station, and he was discussing his New Year's Eve party in South Beach with Superhead and Diddy... and according to Xzibit, Diddy’s New Year’s festivities included going to a gay club.

Xzibit says Diddy told me and Superhead let’s go to the club. We get into the club and we walk in the back way and everything is cool... Diddy leaves us to do his business while me and Superhead go downstairs to get a drink... we’re vibing to the music and Superhead points over in the corner and there’s two dudes kissing... and I’m like, ‘What the f*ck is this?’ … and then she points in the other direction and there’s another dude butt a*s naked and dancing... So we take off!! I didn’t say peace to nobody or anything…You can chalk it up to being in Miami or whatever... But I’ve been in a gang of clubs, and I've never mistakenly stepped in a club having that kind of activity... Puffy takes me outside and he was like... "You know about that girl you with … that’s the devil"... and I was like.. "What you mean that’s the devil?" … and Diddy was like.. "She’ll videotape you with fingers in the booty"... and I was like... "What the f*ck does that mean?”... So then I asked Superhead what he was talking about and she started laughing and said... "I’ll tell you later"

First off!! Thank you DJ E**** for telling me this story... lmao.. I personally can't even picture how mad Xzibit was, when he realized that he was in a gay club! What a way to bring in the new year!! WAIT?!?! When the ball drops on New Year's... Don't you kiss the person next to you? And if he was in a gay club..... and "SUPERHEAD" was standing next to him.... Who did X kiss??? Hmmmm... think about that one guys!! Yep... You're right... Ewwwwwww!!!

Last, but not the least... How does a guy "straight" guy, get caught with his fingers in his butt??? We all know that Superhead can make guys do some weird things, but Diddy... We thought you were smart enough to not let someone tape you doin such a thing like that!! I think the film should be called " Diddy's in his BitchASSness."

-Mark Fresh

Love This Spread...

Feeling Feisty
Feb. Marie Claire

-Doni W.

Excuse me while I talk directly to Kanye...

Kanye, I love your creativity and to me you're hitting your artistic peak. People are giving you hell right now because their small minds can't grasp the concept of rappers expressing themselves in ways so outside the norm. Just know that I understand Kanye...I understand your need to be different, and I appreciate your new video.



KANYE WEST "Welcome To Heartbreak" Directed by Nabil from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Love,

Doni W.

Queen the King...

Alexander McQueen

Ok, let's not talk about price or where to go to get these shoes. Let's just simply be inspired by these shoes, and imagine the kind of events you'll have to put on your schedule and the kind of places you would have to go to even have these shoes be appreciated. These shoes would make you get your life together, because they can't just be worn to any ole place, and their so special that you wouldn't dare kick them under the bed to collect dust. So even if you can't afford them...at least make this pic your screen saver to inspire you daily to do better, and dream bigger.

It sounds funny but I'm serious.

-Doni W.

Marie Claire's Smart Little Plan

So Fashion week is well underway and Marie Claire Magazine is not only front row at the shows I'm sure, their also using FW to promote their new show Running in Heels premiering on the Style network March 1st. They teamed up with Mabelline to provide free cab rides to all the fashionistas in a hurry to get from one show to the next. All riders receive a free sample of Mabellines new Stiletto Mascara (Love Free Stuff!).

Good marketing people...take notes!

-Doni W.

You Are My Sunshine...

These little beauties are the Nylon Magazine and Nike Dunk collaboration. Welcome to paradise.

-Doni W.

Michelle for March: The Good, Bad & Ugly

The Good: Michelle has been only the second 1st Lady in history to pose on the cover of Vogue - next to Hilary.

The Bad: She's not giving me what I need. I see "Hey, look at me in the White House...and where are you??"

The Ugly: I mean, c'mon...look at that mug. Yesssssssssss....



-Christopher Nic.

Airbrushing Is A Mutha

This is only half way shade to Aubrey, because she looks amazing on the cover of Playboy...but she's not fooling anybody. We all know she's too through in real life. Too much nippin and tuckin has her looking more plastic than Barbie, and although that got her kick to the curb by Diddy...Heff likes it!

Wonder what she'll do next.

-Doni W.

M.K.O

Yep. You already know... by now I don't even have to tell you how I feel about this little munchkin. She's my #1 chick (just don't tell Keri Hilson or Lady GaGa). Ms. MKO graced the cover of Interview Magazine, and talked about everything from her days on Full House to her preference of NYC over L.A. (I think that's every one's preference). Take a look at the behind the scenes video.



Drink it in.

-Doni W.

Light As A Feather

Lighten up this spring. The time for heavy fabrics and extra layers has almost come to an end. And for spring there's nothing more refreshing than airy light skirts and dresses blowing through the wind. Don't believe me? Just ask John Galliano or Zac Posen, or maybe Allesandro Dell Acqua...they know what's up.


Zac Posen


John Galliano


Ruffian


Allessandro Dell Acqua


Galliano Resort Collection (Shoes = sick)

-Doni W.

What Could've Happened????

So by now we all know Chris put the smack down on Rihanna...but I want to know why?!? Do you think the Herpes rumors are true??? Was she too controlling??? (It was said that she told him to axe all his female staffers) Did she cheat??? I don't know what could have drove Chris Brown to do something like that.

Leave a comment and tell me what you think the reason is.

In the words of Common
"Relationships could be dead but seem live to us"

-Doni W.

Did You See???

My Girl Katy Perry looked very well put together the other night at the Grammy's. She wore a new designer, Basil Soda, and gave me complete glam while sticking to her funky style with the bubble gum pink color and bejeweled ruffles. Love her!

-Doni W.

Feels so good!!

Okay, so I posted a blog a few days ago about Q-Tip and A Tribe Called Quest linking up with Jordan Brand to create the Air Jordan 1 A Tribe Called Quest sneaker. The shoes were so dope that I had to cop em, and the only thing that brings me more joy than showing yall what I think is hot, Is showing yall that I actually own em!!...lol. Check em out!! -$YD K3MP

oh yes!!!

Model Directory

Model Name: Blaine Cook

Born: Hollywood, Maryland

Nationality: American

Age: 21

Place of Residence: New York, NY

D.O.B.: October 1986

Height: 6'1"

Agency: Major Management



The males never get the recognition they deserve on the runway. So this week's Model Directory is on one of the hottest male models on the scene - Mr. Blaine Cook. In what would usually take models several years to learn the ways of the modeling world, Cook has learned in 2 years. In 2006, he googled “top ten model agencies” and found Major Management. He sends images in and the rest is history. Blaine has been featured in almost every magazine from Italian Vogue to GQ Style, from V Man and Arena Homme. And trust me...the list goes on and on. You will also see this guy walking down the runway in Calvin Klein, Givenchy, Emanuel Ungaro, Theirry Mugler , and Michael Kors. Just to name a few, lol. Besides his handsome looks, Cook is known for rising to the top in such a short amount of time. Besides ripping the runway, you can catch Blaine fishing, sailing, and riding around the city on one of his many motorcycles.





2006 Headshot, Model Management


-Christopher Nic.

We're Having Too Much Fun!!!!!

So we're still recuperating from the party from last weekend...but since it was soooo much fun and people keep asking "when is the next one?"...we decided to bring you an encore!

Come party @ Liv Fresh this Saturday, Feb. 7th, at The Loft in Downtown Flint, MI.

$5 all night

Satisfaction Guaranteed ;-)

-Doni W.

Exclusive Interview: Malcom Wilson of Prince & Thieves Clothing Co.

Yeah, you know what it is. I'm always on the search for up and coming designers, so here goes a new one for you all. Malcolm Wilson was born and raised in Michigan. This22 year old has been on the move ever since graduating from high school, traveling back and forth between California, New York, and Atlanta. Always having a knack for fashion, Wilson said that designing has always been a dream that he finally decided to make reality in early 2007. I had the pleasure of catching him while he was still in town for a while to get a quick interview with him and his clothing line, Prince & Thieves.

CN: Tell us about the day you came up with the idea to create your own clothing line?

MW: The day I came up with my own line I was working security in Atlanta. I was on many of the fashion blog sites I visit. The more I started to become more interested into fashion, the more people brought it to my attention that I should give it a try. So I attended fashion school in 2008, even though the blueprint of Prince & Thieves has been made since 07.

CN: Are you an independent designer or is there a team?

MW: In a way I'm the sole designer of my line but I do have Justin Goodman from Queens, New York, owner of his own line that helps me with the in's and outs of it (Shout out to Paste Clothing!). I also have a team that include Kordero Pennyman and Ashlee Arder. They play a big part in the promotion aspect of the line and I am grateful to have them apart of the team.

CN: Where do you get a lot of your inspiration from?

MW: I guess I get most of my inspiration from the streets. The SoHo area in NY, Melrose Ave. in LA, Lil 5 points in ATL. Pharell, Ye, Currensy, Hypebeast, Rob Dyrdek from Rob and Big...I could go on and on, lol!

CN: If you could work with any designer out there, who would it be and why?

MW: Good question. I would work with Nigo from A Bathing Ape and Sean Stussy from Stussy. The reason being is because Nigo and Sean established there companies in the early 90's, setting the way for all street brands and still haven't sold out to the malls. It's still very rare to find authentic garments of both Stussy and Bape even though they almost got killed by the fakes!

CN: What are some of your long-term business goals?

MW: In the long run I want to have a chain of boutiqes and skate teams. But also want to dip in the higher end of fashion - Gucci and such, you know? The whole runway fashion is really appealing to me. That's long term for me for, but for now I'm gone skate or die, lol.

CN: Are there any upcoming projects from P & T we should be looking out for?

MW: P&T is coming hard! No disrespect to any other companies cause I respect their grind but we're coming. I have the Don Cannon store in Atlanta looking at us, Dj Mikeboogie's store and a mixtape and skate team. We also have our Summer '09 line and the collaboration with Paste Clothing; Paste x Thieves. It's crazy!

CN: Where can people purchase their own Prince & Thieves tee?

MW: Far as now, contacting me through email (prince.thieves.co@gmail.com) or my blog site www.princethievesclothing.blogspot.com is the best way to contact me. Oh, and I'm still hood sp if you got my number call and place an order, lol.

Click here to visit the Prince & Thieves MySpace page and check out the rest of their designs.


-Christopher Nic.

Shut Up And Shoot Me!

Gladiators should rule the world. Right along with skinny jeans. How could they go wrong??? If you have an extra $359, order these immediately.

-Doni W.

ANTM...The Book!

I'm going to rename Tyra...The Money Machine...because she's always coming up with a new way to expand her hustle. Ty Ty Baby is releasing her second book, ANTM The Fierce Guide to Life, along with the producers of the show to teach women everywhere how to be fierce the right way. Along with tips on how to handle business and appreciate your inner beauty, you can also see all the best photos from the past seasons. Look out for it in April.

We could learn a thing or two from Tyra.

-Doni W.

Upgrade

If you haven't visited M.A.C's website lately, it should be at the top of your to do list! It's completely different from how its been for years now, it's sexy and worthy of note. It might take some time to get use to, but while your taking your time getting use to it you might as well shop! Free shipping with purchases over $60 : )

-Shaeveon La'Trey