As part of his journey of enlightenment, Snoop Lion nee Dogg, has ventured into the mobile app world. Snoop fans can now take and edit pics in the Snoopify app that’s available for free on iOS and Android. The app adds Snoop-inspired virtual stickers to the user’s images. It’s not quit Instagram but its hella fun!
Entertainment icon and multi-platinum artist Snoop Lion (@SnoopLion), aka Snoop Dogg, will headline the inaugural MTV Africa All Stars concert in Durban, South Africa on 18 May 2013. The “Reincarnated” rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, actor and reality star will headline“MTV Africa All Stars KwaZulu-Natal Province”, alongside the most popular contemporary artists from across the African continent.
“MTV Africa All Stars - KwaZulu-Natal Province” will be held at Moses Mabhida Stadium, People’s Park, Durban on 18 May 2013, broadcasting around the world as part of MTV’s acclaimed World Stage franchise on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and MTV’s global TV network.
Snoop Lion aka Snoop Dogg was born Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr. in Long Beach, California in 1971. A Grammy award nominated rapper, producer and actor, Snoop is a legendary figure in the West Coast hip hop scene, and one of producer Dr. Dre's earliest and most notable protégées. Snoop made his hip-hop recording debut in 1992 on Dre's debut album The Chronic, followed by his critically acclaimed debut 1993 album, Doggystyle, which climbed its way to the No. 1 spot on Billboard's hip-hop and Top 200 chart. Snoop has stayed in the headlines for the rest of his 20+ year career, during which he has created eleven studio albums, one collaborative album, seventeen compilation albums, one extended play, twenty mixtapes, one hundred and twenty-four singles (including seventy-two as a featured artist) and seven promotional singles, and sold more than 30 million albums worldwide.
Most recently Snoop Lion, in conjunction with VICE Media and Stampede Management, released REINCARNATED, the multi-media project capturing Snoop’s exploration of reggae music and spiritual growth. The project follows the controversial journey of a modern day icon and includes a reggae-influenced album executive produced by Diplo and Major Lazer, a feature-length documentary of Snoop's journey and career which premiered at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival to rave reviews, a photo book, and a self-sustainable gardening initiative named Mind Gardens. In addition, Snoop recently launched a REINCARNATED App that provides fans exclusive insight into the project with exclusive footage and commentary. The REINCARNATED project recently launched the documentary in select US markets, with the album set for an April 23 release in conjunction with Berhane Sound System, Mad Decent, VICE Music and RCA Records.
REINCARNATED features GRAMMY Award-winners Drake, Chris Brown and T.I., rapper Busta Rhymes, Akon, UK singing star Rita Ora, as well as dancehall stars Popcaan and Mavado, and more. The album includes tracks “La, La, La”, “Ashtrays and Heartbreaks", "Harder Times", and the very personal “No Guns Allowed”, which will serve as the next single off REINCARNATED. The song features Drake as well as his daughter, up-and-coming artist Cori B, and shares the message of hope and peace in light of recent events around the world.
“I’m honoured to bring this important message of peace and love to South Africa,” said Snoop Lion. “This is the motherland and a place of so much history and strife. I hope that this concert reminds us it is also a place of joy, love, celebration and peace - which is very much in line with where I am as an artist right now. I want to thank all the incredible artists joining me and props to MTV for sharing this important moment with the world.”
Commented Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa, “As one of hip hop’s most influential artists, we are delighted that Snoop Lion will be headlining the MTV Africa All Stars concert in Durban in May.”
Sensational new pan-African music and youth empowerment campaign MTV Africa All Stars salutes the star quality and widespread appeal of contemporary African musicians, providing exposure to the continent’s hottest musical innovators and pacesetters. A joint initiative by MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and the KwaZulu-Natal Province, MTV Africa All Stars also aims to raise the international profile of KwaZulu-Natal as a premiere destination for tourism and economic development.
More details of the upcoming MTV Africa All Stars events including dates, venues and performers will be announced shortly.
Source: MTV
Friday, May 10, 2013
How To Getting Back to Dating After Divorce
Dating after divorce can be a lot of things: terrifying, exhilarating, humbling, a blast. One thing it won't be? Simple. For women, getting back to dating after divorce can be a doubtful thing. Because they are battling with their self confidence and on what other people might say about her, plus the awkward moment on how to explain to her kids that they are now ready for a new relationship or dating a new guy, who might be her next husband and their step father.
A divorced woman is very vulnerable because she is used to get protection from her husband and now she is on her own, one more tough thing for a divorced woman when going out on a date is the dating scene when they can feel like they are teenager again, that is why divorce guru for women are educating the divorced women on how to get back their self confidence and how to face the world after divorce. It is a combination of shaky and romantic feeling; they are not sure whether pushing through or not.
So if you are a divorced woman and ready to go out on a date, how can you handle it, whether you are only looking for a good time, or a good relationship?
When you have already recovered from the divorce and might probably missing the companionship of the opposite sex, we all know that in order for you to get into a new relationship you need to date someone new. But there are a lot of things that you need to remember these important things when going out on a date with a new guy that you find attractive.
1. Do not bring out your divorce issue
If you want to have a second date or if you want your date to be followed up with more romantic dates with the guy you find yourself attracted to, do not bring out the issue about your past marriage, and do not tell him stories about how stressful it is or how tragic it is for you. Unless he ask you, do not open up or do not initiate a conversation regarding the divorce. It is very unattractive if you keep on bragging about your past relationship. What you need to do is to focus on your date and enjoy your time together and build new memories.
2. Do not pretend to be someone else
Dating is the stage where you get the chance to get to know the other person; this is the way where you can find the traits of the person, whether he deserves a second date or not. So just be yourself, do not act like somebody else. We all know that you don’t want to repeat what had happened to you with your past relationship, but that doesn’t mean that you need to be a different person or you need to please whoever you are dating just not to do the same mistake again. Do not be afraid to show off the real you, being transparent from the start is important if you are looking for a long term relationship.
3. Remember it’s a date and not a session with a Divorce Coach
I know, the only person that you are talking to aside from your family is your divorce coach, but your date will only think that you are paranoid if you share too much information about the divorce or if you talk and act like you are in a session with your coach.
4. Get to know the person you are dating
Pay attention to your date when he is talking to you, ask him questions about his hobbies or interests, it is flattering when you also compliment him. Plus, the more questions you ask the more knowledge you will learn on what kind of person he really is.
5. Be courteous at the end of the night
It’s up to you on how you would want to end the night, but you have to be courteous, and do what you feel is the right thing for you and your date, you are matured enough to handle this kind of situation. And remember, we all deserve a respect no matter how the date goes.
Give yourself a time and opportunity to meet new people, have some fun. Divorce is not the end of the world, always remember that if you did not succeed on the first, there is always a second chance, and so give it a shot!
A divorced woman is very vulnerable because she is used to get protection from her husband and now she is on her own, one more tough thing for a divorced woman when going out on a date is the dating scene when they can feel like they are teenager again, that is why divorce guru for women are educating the divorced women on how to get back their self confidence and how to face the world after divorce. It is a combination of shaky and romantic feeling; they are not sure whether pushing through or not.
So if you are a divorced woman and ready to go out on a date, how can you handle it, whether you are only looking for a good time, or a good relationship?
When you have already recovered from the divorce and might probably missing the companionship of the opposite sex, we all know that in order for you to get into a new relationship you need to date someone new. But there are a lot of things that you need to remember these important things when going out on a date with a new guy that you find attractive.
1. Do not bring out your divorce issue
If you want to have a second date or if you want your date to be followed up with more romantic dates with the guy you find yourself attracted to, do not bring out the issue about your past marriage, and do not tell him stories about how stressful it is or how tragic it is for you. Unless he ask you, do not open up or do not initiate a conversation regarding the divorce. It is very unattractive if you keep on bragging about your past relationship. What you need to do is to focus on your date and enjoy your time together and build new memories.
2. Do not pretend to be someone else
Dating is the stage where you get the chance to get to know the other person; this is the way where you can find the traits of the person, whether he deserves a second date or not. So just be yourself, do not act like somebody else. We all know that you don’t want to repeat what had happened to you with your past relationship, but that doesn’t mean that you need to be a different person or you need to please whoever you are dating just not to do the same mistake again. Do not be afraid to show off the real you, being transparent from the start is important if you are looking for a long term relationship.
3. Remember it’s a date and not a session with a Divorce Coach
I know, the only person that you are talking to aside from your family is your divorce coach, but your date will only think that you are paranoid if you share too much information about the divorce or if you talk and act like you are in a session with your coach.
4. Get to know the person you are dating
Pay attention to your date when he is talking to you, ask him questions about his hobbies or interests, it is flattering when you also compliment him. Plus, the more questions you ask the more knowledge you will learn on what kind of person he really is.
5. Be courteous at the end of the night
It’s up to you on how you would want to end the night, but you have to be courteous, and do what you feel is the right thing for you and your date, you are matured enough to handle this kind of situation. And remember, we all deserve a respect no matter how the date goes.
Give yourself a time and opportunity to meet new people, have some fun. Divorce is not the end of the world, always remember that if you did not succeed on the first, there is always a second chance, and so give it a shot!
Remember! Don't Hide Your Divorce
If you meet a woman online or through friends, she'll probably already have a heads-up that you're divorced. But if she doesn't know, put it out there early.
If you meet a woman online or through friends, she'll probably already have a heads-up that you're divorced. But if she doesn't know, put it out there early.
"It's not a thing where you need to wear a red letter 'D' on your chest," says Sternes. "And you don't have to introduce yourself, 'Hi, I'm Glenn Sternes, and I'm divorced.' But you're going to work it into your first meeting. You don't have to go into a clinical description, but to mention it is a fair deal."
With roughly half of all U.S. marriages ending in divorce, Emmy points out, your particular split should hardly stand out. "It's not something to be ashamed of, but I do think it's relevant and tells your date where your head is likely to be," Emmy says.
Date Her or Dump Her?
How do you know when to take it from “seeing each other” to officially official? Here, 10 solid ways to tell if she’s long-term relationship material.
Take a quick glance at your list of exes. Notice any shady traits among them? If you keep dating the moochers, the attention-seekers, and the heartbreakers, then it’s about time you figured out the difference between a pretty face and, well, pretty perfect…for you. The lady you want on your arm long-term won’t use or abuse, so decide whether to make her a more permanent plus-one by taking a look at these 10 signs she belongs in the girlfriend category. If the woman you’ve got your eye on doesn’t make the grade, drop her in a hot second—and play the field again.1. She’s your #1 fan. Want to write the next great American novel? Break a dozen world records? Good. If she stands in your way? Next! “All men have something they need to accomplish that makes them feel like they’re on track and that their life is worth living,” says dating coach Lauren Frances, author of Dating, Mating and Manhandling. “Whatever that thing is, you better make sure that the women you're with will support you in your pursuit of it. The worst choice that you can make is a woman that cockblocks you from fulfilling your mission."
2. She only flirts with you. Does she make an effort with your friends? Killer. You should date her. But if she makes too much of an effort—with every guy in a ten mile radius—watch your back. “To be in the girlfriend category, a woman should appear confident, easy-going, and not be the one who flirts with every guy she meets,” says dating expert Julie Spira
3. You think she’s legit cool. If you can’t name half a dozen non-physical reasons she’s a cool human being, it ain’t gonna last. The spark is legit, but all fireworks fizzle with time. If you know her, and would actually want to hang out with her while not horizontal, you can bet she’ll make a good girlfriend. “Infatuation and chemistry are important initially, but if you fall into the trap of being in an instant relationship, it can crash and burn after a month or so,” says Spira. “Take your time and enjoy getting to know each other.”
4. Her wardrobe isn’t exclusively tight and shiny. You do want to be able to bring her home to mom eventually, right? And you don’t want every guy in town to be ogling her, right? “Going out in public with a dress that fits like a blouse won’t score any points for long-term potential,” Spira says. “If you can bring her to an office party without being embarrassed, you’ll be able to bring her home to your family.” Keep that in mind.
5. She’s honest—even when it’s not easy to hear. Your future girlfriend shouldn’t ever feed you a line of BS. You may wish she was into your new mustache-thing or cared about football, but it’s best if she fesses up to the contrary. “If she doesn't tell you the truth, or the whole truth, and her stories just don't add up, it’s a total deal-breaker,” says Frances. If she’s not honest about the little things, she may not be honest about the biggies either.
6. You feel amazing chemistry with her. You get each other’s jokes. You have complementary personalities. You find her crazy-attractive—and that attraction grows, not fades. If that sounds about right, then she’s GF-material. If you think she’s just meh, then do yourself a favor and do her a favor. “Life is too short to be with a woman who doesn't rock your nation,” says Frances. Points for trying to look beyond the glitzy wow-factor, but the best of both worlds does exist. Move on.
Tips For Speed Dating
So you’ve finally accepted that beautiful, interesting women are not going to approach you at the grocery store. Or maybe you just want to be as efficient as possible in your search for the right one. Perhaps you’ve been out of the dating game for a while and need a kickstart to get you back in the game.
For all of these reasons, speed dating is the answer. By thinking just a little about your strategy, you’re already ahead of the game, because I can tell you gents out there -- from experience -- that if you know what you’re doing, those other guys, well, they’re not exactly stiff competition.
The main problem with speed dating is that young, beautiful women go there because a) men don’t have the balls to approach them in a normal social setting and b) because it’s a fun night out with their girlfriends.
This is not the case for the guys sitting opposite them. Eligible men don’t round up their buddies on a Saturday night for a few beers and two hours of speed dating just for fun. The guys on your left and right will generally be unattractive, dull, socially awkward, or live with their mother. Now, us ladies are not shallow; one of these traits might not be a deal breaker, but you'll stand out from the crowd if you don't have too many of them.
What you need to know is that this is prime hunting ground for the savvy player. Girls speed date to look for a guy who is interesting, charming and confident. We just don’t realize that these kinds of men don’t need to be at speed dating, and so this is normally the last place you’ll find one. If you can pull off some of the advice here, you’re already on the winner's podium. Based on extensive field research, here's my top 10 tips for speed dating.
For all of these reasons, speed dating is the answer. By thinking just a little about your strategy, you’re already ahead of the game, because I can tell you gents out there -- from experience -- that if you know what you’re doing, those other guys, well, they’re not exactly stiff competition.
The main problem with speed dating is that young, beautiful women go there because a) men don’t have the balls to approach them in a normal social setting and b) because it’s a fun night out with their girlfriends.
This is not the case for the guys sitting opposite them. Eligible men don’t round up their buddies on a Saturday night for a few beers and two hours of speed dating just for fun. The guys on your left and right will generally be unattractive, dull, socially awkward, or live with their mother. Now, us ladies are not shallow; one of these traits might not be a deal breaker, but you'll stand out from the crowd if you don't have too many of them.
What you need to know is that this is prime hunting ground for the savvy player. Girls speed date to look for a guy who is interesting, charming and confident. We just don’t realize that these kinds of men don’t need to be at speed dating, and so this is normally the last place you’ll find one. If you can pull off some of the advice here, you’re already on the winner's podium. Based on extensive field research, here's my top 10 tips for speed dating.
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