Katy B annouches spring tour dates 2011

2010 has been an excellent year for Katy B who wont be lying on her laurels come 2011, she has just annouched her first UK gig dates starting April 29th 2011 at Oxford Academy 02 and ending on May 12th here London Koko.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 17th December 09:00 am click here for more dates.

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Rihanna announced UK Leg of her “LOUD TOUR” dates 2011

Rihanna Fans get ready Rihanna has announced the UK Leg of her “LOUD TOUR”

which kicks off in October 2011 (so far away). Still it could make an ideal xmas present!Here are the dates:
Wednesday 05 – London 02 Arena
Friday 07 – Liverpool Echo Arena
Sunday 09 – Manchester Evening News Arena
Monday 10 – Glasgow SECC
Saturday 15 – Birmingham LG Arena
Sunday 16 – Newcastle Metro Radio Arena

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TEDxWomen Conference - 7-8 December 2010

One of my favorite and inspirational organisation is holding a special TEDWomen Conference, this event 'Reshaping the Future' will allow the TEDx community to participate in a global TED conference about women. The main event will be taking place today and tomorrow in Washington DC USA.

TEDWomen will be streamed live on TED.com. On Dec. 7 and 8, TEDx organizers around the world will be hosting events that feature this live webcast.

The line up looks amazing with a host of amazing speakers and performers.

For those of you in London there is a FREE specially independently organised event taking place tomorrow at TEDxKingsXWomen for details click here, for event taking place in other cities across the globe click here.

Watch the TEDWomen video

 

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#musicmonday - Jenny Bapst, Jodie Connor, Fantasia, Erin Christine

Its Monday so that means Music Monday my lovely's ...enjoy!

 

Erin Christine - Say | Follow @ImErinChristine

Jodie Connor - Now or Never (feat. Wiley) | Follow @jodie_connor

Jenny Bapst - Greater Love | Follow @JennyBapst

Fantasia - I'm Doin Me | follow @TasiasWord

Faith Evans plus SWV @ 02 Indgo 2 - 5/8/10 December 2010

Extra date added for the special gig featuring Faith Evans and SWV. Faith Evans the first female to sign with Sean ‘Puff Daddy’ Combs record label back in 1994. And the Sisters with a Voice better know as SWV will also be making a rare and a much eagerly anticipated appearance  at IndigO2 stage. Performing their hits including 'Right Here', 'Weak', 'You're Always On My Mind' and many more!! 

#Musicmonday- Belle - 'Crazy Little Thing'!

'Crazy Little Thing' is the lates collaboration with Requiem and  UK soul singer songwriter Belle. Particularly like the video which shows Belle pining over photographs of a former love which is driving her a little crazy!

Belle - Blog | Twitter | Myspace | Facebook | Bandcamp

Requiem & Belle 'Crazy Little Thing' from Dave Goodall on Vimeo.

Psalm One European Tour 02-18.12.10

Chicago-born Mc Psalm One kicks off her European tomorrow on Thursday 2nd December in Subway Club Koln Germany.

Keri Hilson’s - ‘The Way You Love Me’ #fail

So I sat down to watch Keri Hilson's music video for her third single of her album (No Boys Allowed, OUT 14.12.10) “The Way You Love Me”. At first, I was excited to see the cameo guest appearance from the likes of JoJo, Dawn (Dirty Money), Faith Evans and the video was even directed by choreographer Laurie Ann Gibson (girl power over load love it).

Sistova Production presents Style and and Substance 07.12.10

Sistova Productions is a non-profit organisation led by young individually talented entrepreneurs. We currently organise a show called 'Style and Substance', which is aimed at promoting, empowering and celebrating female talent.

SAWCC - Asian Women Collective @ Rich Mix 03.12.10

SAWCC, the East London collective of Asian women creatives present special night of live music and video art.  Catch the collective on Friday 3th December from 7pm tickets are £5 adv, £7 door. Book tickets online or call our Box Office on 020 7613 7498.

Khadijatou Doyneh presents ‘Sex, Lies & History’ - 04.12.10

Dub poet/singer songwriter Khadijatou Doyneh presents an evening ‘Sex, Lies and History’ at the Rich Mix with support of her 7 piece band

Blessed Souls Presents 'Here Comes the Girls' 19.11.10

Blessed Souls presents a night of an all female line up and musicians. As well as live acts there will be an open mic, anyone can come Bless up the Mic! Head down to The Music Bar, 144 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1SE, | £5 before 9pm and £7 After till Late with DJ Lady M&M.

JESSIE WARE - 'Nervous'

You can catch Jessie Ware tonight at YoYo she joins producer SBTRKT to PA their current track 'Nervous'. So head down to Nottinghill Arts Club 21 Notting Hill Gate, London, United Kingdom, W11 3JQ. And make sure you send your guest lists through by emailing yoyorunnings@gmail.com.

We particularly like Jessie's effortless soulful vocals on this track, what do you think?



Jessie Ware > Myspace | Twitter | Soundcloud

Submit your film to Women's Voices - A Short Film Festival.

Women’s Voices from the Muslim World: A Short-Film Festival is a collection of voices from women of all faiths living in Muslim-majority countries and Muslim women living as minorities around the world that fills the void in information created by traditional news, media and art sources. The festival gives you the opportunity to be featured in the WVN Festival in Los Angeles, March 10-12, 2011

If you wish to submit a film please click here
Deadline has been extended to November 24, 2010 (Late Submission Deadline)

Good Luck!
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Ladyfest10 12-14.11.10 - Kicks off tonight

LADYFEST TEN FESTIVAL is here folks after months of organising this event the ladies at ladyfest kick off the festive tonight with a stellar line up. BEAT'S WORKIN is taking place at Horatia (Map - direction). from 19:00 - 22:00.


The line up includes female beat-boxers, femmcee’s, hip hop and dance supremos. Showcasing the most exciting up and coming UK talent, Beats Workin’ promises to be an evening of fierce women and killer skills.


For tickets click here FRIDAY TICKET | WEEKEND TICKET

Beats Workin’ features performances from:

- MC ENVY
http://www.myspace.com/envy06

- LADY LESHURR
http://www.myspace.com/ladyleshurr

- GRACIOUS B
http://www.myspace.com/gracious_b

- LYKEZ
http://www.myspace.com/lykezmusic

- PATRICIA PANTHER
http://www.myspace.com/patriciapanther

- FRAMEOUS DANCE CO.
http://www.christinaandrea.com/?page_id=76

- COMPERED BY AMY & SUSAN
http://www.myspace.com/amyandsusan



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Julie Dexter - ONLY LONDON SHOW TONIGHT -11.11.10

Jazzrefreshed Present JULIE DEXTER all the way from ATLANTA for ONE LONDON SHOW Only tonight at Mau Mau Bar, 265 Portobello Road, W11 tickets only £5 but arrive early as it gets rammed packed quick.

Jazzrefreshed: Website | Twitter | Facebook
Julie Dexter: Website | Twitter | Reverbnation | MySpace

Christina Aguilera does Burlesque

This could not have been a perfect film for Christina Aguilera to star in. Christina plays dancer Ali Rose who becomes a singing dancer after getting a job in a Burlesque club. Also starting in the movie is Cher owner of the club who shows her the ropes. Cher who hasn't aged a day since the 1980's, wander what she's been using to stay looking so young?.

Burlesque  is released in the USA on Wednesday 24th November and UK on December 17th, for further release dates click here.

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Emily Portman Live @ Rich Mix 18.11.10

Folk singer Emily Portman is currrently touring the UK this November performing tracks off her album 'The Glamoury'  For UK tour dates visit the website.


Thu 18 Nov / 8pm / Bar / £6 adv / £8 doorBook tickets online or call our Box Office on 020 7613 7498



Emily Portman - Website | MySpace
Rich Mix - Website

Amanda Diva – Spandex, Rhymes & Soul EP

This EP has done the rounds on the blog world for a number of months now but for those of you that missed out on good music, fear not its never too late. 


DOWNLOAD: Amanda Diva – Spandex, Rhymes and Soul EP


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Chrisette Michele "Let Freedom Reign"

Def Jam recording artist Chrisette Michele drops her second studio album 'Let Freedom Reign', which is set to hit the stores on 30th November 2010 (USA). Pre-order here.   I'm a Star - Chrisette Michele by Rap-Up

Wynter Gordon - THE FIRST DANCE EP - 09.11.10

Wynter has announced THE FIRST DANCE EP, featuring collaborations with David Guetta, The Freemasons, Static Revenger, Rhythm Masters & MYNC and more! The FIRST DANCE EP will be available everywhere November 9th. 

Great singers at London Jazz Festival 12-21.11.10

The 18th London Jazz Festival kicks off on Friday 12th November until Sunday 21st November. 10 days of the best international and UK jazz, artists and musicians.

Anjulie is Addicted2me

Next to Sweden Canada is one of those countries that continues to export some great acts. Singer + singer-writer, Anjulie is one of Canada’s exciting exports. Her songs have appeared on hit television shows such as, The Hills, The City,  Melrose Place, The Vampire Diaries, and Canada’s Next Top Model.

CoMA: Come to the Cabaret! 06.11.10

Rich Mix present a cabaret event with two very talented artists,  Loré Lixenberg renowned for the warmth, range and agility of her voice. And Errollyn Wallen, who is best describe as a 'renaissance woman of contemporary British music,' by the Observer.

The Electric - Beautiful ft Yarah Bravo

The Electric are an international group consisting of UK and US acts that consist of Dj Vadim, Pugslee Atomz, Sabira Jade (UK soulstress) and Ste Keyz. The group is the brainchild of DJ Vadim. This track also features the rhymes of Yarah Bravo a very unique and stylish mc who never stops working loving her grind.

Amy Winehouse for Fred Perry

Amy Winehouse a big fan of the fashion label Fred Perry has gotten together to design a collection. For further details on the fall/winter 2010 collection click here

Hope ft Jason Mraz - Love Love Love

Here at FASA we have been following (no pun intended) Hope's music for some time and we are pleased to see she's finally getting her dues, liking this track check it out.

Soul4Real Presents Good Music 03.11.10

Soul4Real presents a night of good music feature the likes of Belle, Nadine Charles, Nathan Adams, Chantelle Nandi Yasmin Piano. This Wednesday 3rd November 2010. You can catch them at Charlie wrights 45 Pitfield St London N1 6DA from 20:30 all for £5 before 10pm!

What to learn more about these acts then click on their names for more details or follow them on twitter - Belle -@ouicestbelle | Chantelle Nandi - @ChantelleNandi | Nadine Charles -  | @Nadiva99Yasmin Piano - @YasminPiano

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#MusicMonday - Amanda Diva - ManChild

Love Amanda Diva's energy, flow, vibe and straight talking. Her new track Man Child (produced by Ski Beatz) is off her forthcoming FreeEP, 'Technicolor Lover'.

Asa - Beautiful Imperfection - OUT NOW

We think Nigerian born singer Asa is great her music has meaning. So how how excited are we about her new Album, Beautiful Imperfection, which is OUT NOW. 

#MusicMonday Katy B, Nadine Charles, Nikko Grey + Uffie

Katy B — Lights On feat. Ms. Dynamite | Follow @KatyBmusic and @Ms_Dynamite 

Nikko Gray - Water On The Moon  |Follow @NikkoGray

Nadine Charles- You Are The One  | Follow @Nadiva99

UFFIE - Difficult | Follow @UffieOfficial

Lizzie Nightingale - 'Left Right Left'

Official video for forthcoming single 'Left Right Left' from Lizzie Nightingale. The video was directed by Kevin Barton. Track produced by Colin Emmanuel and written by Lizzie Nightingale. 

Download the track for FREE at http://lizzienightingale.bandcamp.com. 

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Lizzie Nightingale - Single Launch 15.10.10

Singer-songwriter Lizzie Nightingale single launch kicks off on Friday 15th October at  29 Great Portland Street W1W 5PN.  £6 7.00-11:30pm. Tickets and info click here

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Janelle Monae Live on Jools Holland

Janelle Monae performs 'Faster' live on Jools Holland this week. She will also be on tour in the UK on the 3rd and 5th December 2010. So check out the website for more details and dates.

42nd Street Mural by Sofia Maldonado - portrayal of a women

I really like muralist's Sofia Maldonado's work. I recently came across her 42nd Street Project which was featured in Times Square, New York. The mural managed to cause a bit of a debate and criticism.

Restoration Rocks 2010 (NY) 9th October 2010

Restoration Rocks hits New York for on October 9, 2010, a FREE day-long music concert of some of the most dynamic emerging and established artists performing on the Brooklyn stage. Featuring the likes of Tamar-kali, Jean Grae, Invincible, DJ Rimarkable

Are you fearless

Leading young black actress make the front cover of Fearlessmag and discuss what it means to be fearless.

Kelly Rowland - Rose Colored Glasses

Relelationships! ...I am sure we have all experienced releationships that look rosesy from the outside.

"They ain't been through the things that you put me through and / They ain't seen all the things that I seen in you and / They ain't never cried the tears you made me cry / So they can't be the judge cuz."

En Vogue Live in London 21st October 2010

Can it really be over 18 years when En Vogue were last in the UK. You couldn't tell all those years have passed by by looking at these ladies, still looking very hot.