VMCP in conjunction with Feel Good Fridays Presents: Venus Vs Mars Cocktail Parties 2 Year Anniversary Celebration hosted by Mr. Silverback himself (Rokib) and Nathaniel "Empact" Autrey Jr.!



Objective: To discuss issues/topics unlocking the secrets surrounding Venus (woman) and Mars (man). Please feel free to add any topics you would like to discuss on www.vmcocktailparties.com in the forum section.



Event: As always there will be good looking people everywhere, vibes by DJ Kutz and passionate conversation. The event will take place outside under the stars in the beautiful Whitney Gardens. In case of inclement weather the event will be moved inside the Whitney Mansion to the Ghostbar. The event will start promptly at 7pm. For our members, VMCP will provide complimentary Hors Doeuvres  (while they last) served promptly at 8pm. This event is $10 for members. Also, for our members we have reserved the VMCP VIP Lounge for your enjoyment. To become a member visit www.vmcocktailparties.com. DJ Kutz will lead us into the after glow where we will party with Feel Good Friday's mature crowd.



Attire: Come dress summer casual (please no athletic gear). Your picture will be taken for the website.

DTE Energy Music Theatre

Date & Time: Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 PM
Price: ON SALE MONDAY - $36.50 pavilion and $10 lawn.
Doors: 6:00 PM

THE TEMPTATIONS AND THE FOUR TOPS
RETURN TO DTE ENERGY MUSIC THEATRE AUGUST 6
TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY

Legendary Motown vocal groups and summer concert favorites The Temptations and The Four Tops return to DTE Energy Music Theatre on Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets at $36.50 pavilion and $10 lawn go on sale Monday, April 20 at 10 a.m. at Palacenet.com, The Palace Box Office and all Ticketmaster locations.

Tickets may also be charged by phone to American Express, Discover, Visa and MasterCard by calling 1-800-745-3000.

For more than 40 years The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits and sold-out performances throughout the world. An essential component of the original Motown sound, Otis Williams, David Ruffin, Melvin Franklin, Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams started The Temptations in Detroit in 1961. It was in 1964 when the group became stars with the hit "The Way You Do the Things You Do." An avalanche of hits followed including "My Girl" (1965), "Get Ready" (1966) and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" (1966).

In the 1960s and 1970s, The Temptations changed their dress and music to a more serious tone. Dennis Edwards replaced Ruffin and the group turned out hits like "Runaway Child" (1969), "I Can't Get Next to You" (1969) and "Papa Was a Rolling Stone" (1972).

In the 1980s, The Temptations achieved a hit with the album Power (1980), which reached number 13 on Billboard's Black Albums chart. Truly For You (1984), peaked at number three on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and contained the hit single "Treat Her Like A Lady," a number two hit on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart.

During the 1990s, The Temptations released a series of acclaimed records including Phoenix Rising (1998) and in 2000 released Ear Resistible, which became the group's next hit album, winning the group their fourth Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance. Their most recent release, Back To Front (2007), hit number 19 on Billboard's R&B Top-Selling Albums chart.

They also released their DVD, The Temptations, in September 2006, which is a compilation of 16 classic full-length performances from television appearances during Motown's golden era. It has gone platinum plus and has been top 20 for 29 weeks on Billboard Music Video chart.

After many personnel changes Otis Williams, the only original member still living, continues to perform with The Temptations' new line up consisting of Terry Weeks, Ron Tyson, Joe Herndon and Bruce Williamson.

The Four Tops originated in Detroit in 1953 when Levi Stubbs, Abdul "Duke" Fakir, Renaldo "Obie" Benson and Lawrence Payton met at a friend's birthday party, where the quartet first sang together and then spent more than four decades without a single personnel change.

It took a decade for the Four Tops to finally notch their first hit in 1964 with "Baby I Need Your Loving." The group's 1965 single, "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)," went all the way to number one and the follow-up, "It's the Same Old Song," (1965) reached the top five. They created an R&B masterpiece in the form of the virtual soul symphony "Reach Out, I'll Be There" (1966), which became their second number one pop hit.

The Four Tops kicked off 1967 with the dramatic top 10 hit "Standing in the Shadows of Love," which was followed by the Top Five hit "Bernadette."

In 1973, the group released Keeper of the Castle, their first top 10 hit in several years. Their next single, "Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got)," became their final top five pop hit. Tonight! (1981), hit the Top 40 and the single "When She Was My Girl" went all the way to number one on the R&B charts.

The Four Tops started touring extensively with The Temptations in 1983. In 1988, the group scored their last top 40 album with Indestructible.

The Four Tops were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. They recently received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards this past February. Joining original member Fakir are Theo Peoples, Ronnie McNeir and Payton's son Roquel Payton.

The Temptations and The Four Tops are part of the Belle Tire Concert Series.

DTE Energy Music Theatre
7774 Sashabaw Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348

DTE Energy Music Theatre Location: Easily accessible off I-75 at Sashabaw Road, in Clarkston, Michigan (Exit 89).

Get Driving Directions with Google Maps

Camera Policy*: Non-Professional Cameras Only (No detatchable/extendable lens, camera is small in size)
*Camera policies are subject to change by artist request at any time.

Tired of going out being bored? I offer you the Plan B to the club!

Welcome to the 7th Venus Vs Mars Cocktail Party hosted by your boy Nathaniel "Empact" Autrey Jr. and Mr. Sliverback himself (Rokib) with special guest speaker Dr. Rose (www.calmstoday.com)!



Panel: Will consist of men and women who have been hand picked with various character traits and mind sets.




Objective: To discuss issues/topics unlocking the secrets surrounding Venus(woman) and Mars(man). Please feel free to add any topics you would like to discuss on www.vmcocktailparties.com in the forum section.




Atmosphere: There will be good looking people everywhere, sounds by The World Famous Band Soul Content, The Legendary DJ Vernon English and passionate conversation. This event will be held at the Key Club. VMCP along with Zodiac Vodka will take over the 3rd floor of this plush loft style cocktail lounge. Members will have access to the 2nd floor and outside deck (weather permitted). Zodiac Vodka models will pass out complimentary drink tickets of Zodiac Vodka cocktails for your enjoyment.




Event: The event will start promptly at 7pm. VMCP will provide a complimentary buffet served promptly at 8pm. For this event we are featuring the Zodiac Mood Ring Cocktail representing the Zodiac sign of Cancer. This event is $5 for members, slightly higher for non members. To become a member visit www.vmcocktailparties.com. Also, we will have discount massages given by Joe Coleman!




Attire: Come dress summer casual (please no athletic gear). Your picture will be taken for the website.




Rules:
1. Honesty - Ask whatever like. You will get an honest response from each VMCP member. Be able to take the truth.
2. Respect - Opinions or views that are discussed should be respected whether you agree or not. If someone has the floor, allow that person to speak his or her mind freely.
3. No couples unless the 2 of you can handle the truth. (Smile)

Superstar...Beyonce and her alter ego Sasha Fierce will make their way to Greensboro Coliseum on June 27 for her "I AM..." World Tour. Tickets are already on sale to the general public and you are able to purchase them directly from TicketMaster (800) 745-3000, or at the Greensboro Coliseum box office. Ticket prices are $20.75, $55.75, $75.75 & $99.75. Straight from the Greensboro Coliseum...

"The "I AM..." world tour production showcases the music and film superstar like you've never seen her before. Beyoncé's extraordinary all-female band will join her again to perform musical hits, classics, and surprises in a newly-created high-tech state-of-the-art concert environment.

The Beyoncé "I AM..." North American Concert Tour is co-sponsored by L'Oreal Paris and General Mills and produced by Live Nation and Music World Entertainment."

Spacewalk was launched in San Francisco in 1997 to unite the communities of the Mission District. The aim of the project is to infuse art in as many forms as possible within a 24 hour period of time, and leave both an immediate and residual impact on unity of the community.

June 13-14, 2009 Detroit is the focus for Spacewalk

The 24 hour event will start at Belle Isle at noon. It will travel the Dequindre Cut, Eastern Market, make a trip to Artists Village, return downtown to Campus Martius 10pm-2am, and assemble a 3am tip-toe parade leading to the NSO. The Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) cares for many homeless in the area with overnight stays, job opportunities, and community enrichment projects. Detroit has many organizations working with our needy... we are contacting each as we find time and information to bring awareness of Spacewalk and encouragement for participation.

What would an infusion of art look like?

Imagine visual arts such as live painting, sidewalk chalk art, bubbles, visual projections on buildings; performance arts such as acting, juggling, clowns, stilt walking, acoustic street jams, street slam poetry; and many more creative outlets.

There is simply too much information to post here because with each day new talent commits to perform, and contributions appear in food, clothing, art supplies, and more to sustain the event and care for those in need whom we are serving.

More Information

http://spacewalk.org
Join the Google group for updates: http://groups.google.com/group/the-24-hour-community-spacewalk

Questions: Call Fuzzytek at 248-632-6156
We are seeking talent of many forms - including photographers, videographers, documentary team member

BravoBravo! 2009
10th Anniversary
JUNE 5, 2009
7:30 P.M. - 12:30 A.M.

Buy Early - BB! 2008 SOLD OUT!

$85 thru April 30
$95 starting May 1

On Sale Online
Or call (313) 961-3500, option 6, ext 3200

$2,000 VIP Packages
(includes 10 tickets and 3 valet passes, 7:00 P.M. event preview, reserved lounge space, premium bottle of liquor and wait staff)

Email

kkucharski@motopera.org  for information.

Detroit Opera House
1526 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 961-3500
 

"Jazz Age" Sophisticate Attire:  1920s inspired designs or contemporary cocktail. No denim or casual attire. 21 and over.

Mission:

A major fundraiser for the Detroit Opera House- BravoBravo! is a yearly celebration of the tastes, sights and sounds of Detroit, encompassing food and spirits from the area's trendiest bars and restaurants, as well as music from the city's hottest talent.

Join the young professionals of the Michigan Opera Theatre Volunteers Association (MOTVA) as we truly party for a purpose!!!

The 10th Annual BravoBravo!! will be held June 5, 2009 at the beautiful Detroit Opera House

Visit www.bravobravo.org for more information.

Detroit, MI (BlackNews.com) - Algebra with special guest Brittany Bosco, hosted by poet extraordinaire Q Nice and soul rocker Lisa Lauren Smith, Friday May 29, 2009, The Jazz Cafe in the Detroit Music Hall, 350 Madison Avenue Detroit, MI 48226. Doors Open at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission / $20 guaranteed seating and are available at all Ticketmaster outlets including The Music Hall Box Office. Call 313-887-8532 or order tickets online at ticketmaster.com

Mosaicthump is proud to bring the Atlanta Soul Session live to the Jazz Cafe in Detroit, Michigan. There is no doubt that “The ATL” has influenced soul music in a remarkable way, so much so, there is no doubt that this had to be the next Mosaicthump event. The Atlanta Soul Session will give Detroit concert-goers a live sample of that raw Atlanta power and creativity from two of its most powerful acts, featuring the one and only Algebra and new-comer Brittany Bosco.

Algebra has an uncanny ability to soulfully caress with her ballads and mesmerize her audience with an incredible stage presence that can easily overwhelm those not privy to her take on  throwback soul.  The career of Atlanta vocalist Algebra (formerly recording as Algebra Blessett) began to take shape with background credits on albums by India.Arie and Musiq Soulchild. Algebra also appeared alongside Anthony Hamilton on Miri Ben-Ari’s “She Was Just a Friend” before releasing her first album, 2008’s Purpose, on the revitalized Kedar label.

Seeing is believing when it comes to Brittany Bosco because she does not hide anything from her fans.  Bosco’s creativity marks her as an individual in the way she moves her voice, rocks her clothes, and carries herself as the artist that she is. The best description of the Bosco sound is a hip-hop-era Sara Vaughn, with lush vocals floating over jazzy, electro beats with the stage persona of Outcast.

Click here to hear the official Radio spot to debut on the New WGPR 107.5 in Detroit!

NAFAD Fashion Show

May 24, 2009

12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The DC Chapter of the National Association of Fashion & Accessory Designers (NAFAD) will host their Spring Fashion Show on Sunday, May 24 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Silver Spring, Maryland.

African American fashion and accessory designers are showcased. Proceeds will support scholarships for minority students pursuing careers in fashion design and related fields.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Silver Spring, MD

$55.00

June Bland

contact@nafaddc.org

Conversations About HER - the stage play

May 23, 2009
8:00pm - 10:00pm

800 21st Street NW
Washington, D.C.
20052

**Tickets available at Ticket Master **

The sell out production returns for an amazing encore performance. The story that follows two people whose lives are changed by an accidental encounter that sends them into a relationship that will make you laugh, make you feel, make you ponder.

The story is told via traditional theater, spoken word and vocals to create a unique theatrical feel for the production.

See why this production has sold out each time as you experience the "one conversation you are sure to remember" - Conversations About HER - the stage play

Written and Directed by Tim O. | Assistant Director: Melva McGlen

$32.50.

More information at: www.timoprod.com

202-280-6688

Here we go, it's about that time...the Annual Black Bike Week in Atlantic Beach, Myrtle Beach S.C. Women, motocycles, bikinis and clubs...it's about to get wild in South Carolina. There will be plenty of people from all over the country making their way down to Atlantic Beach and Myrtle Beach ready to catch some wind on a Hayabusa, or just down to have a good time in clubs. Nightlife down there around this time is alive and well.

From May 21 - 25, Thurs. thru Mon., there will be plenty going on as well as a few celeb spottings as well. So if you're down in attendance, enjoy yourself and be safe. There are also some new ordinances handed down by the city of Myrtle Beach...make sure you check those out as well.