Multi-faceted emerging Atlanta artist Damez returns with a hot new track "​Pretty Boy Freestyle" inspired by rapstress Saweetie's hit single "Pretty Bitch Freestyle". Off the heels of "Ate That" and produced by the same producer, bckgrnd, the track showcases Damez in a more laid-back, West Coast-inspired vibe as he raps optimistically about his goals, the future and his confidence. Listen to "Pretty Boy Freestyle" ​here.

​Damez has been consistently releasing music since 2014 and has been on the up and up since! Despite many hurdles, he remains focused on the exponential growth of his career. The recording artist closed out 2020 with a bang, from being featured in Billboard & GayTimes, gracing the covers of OUT & Atlanta Magazine, to opening up for legendary songstress and original dream girl Jennifer Holliday. Earlier this year, Damez released exclusive behind the scenes footage in his docuseries "GO HARD", to show fans a day in the life of a young rapper. The series is available on YouTube. The rap star is slated to perform at the popular music conference MOBI FEST in June. As you can see, Damez has shown no signs of slowing down. In fact, he's just getting started.

​Hailing from Atlanta, Damez is a rapper, singer, dancer, songwriter, and a rising voice in hip-hop. Primarily rap/hip-hop and R&B, he showcases his talents and versatility through an eclectic catalog of self-penned songs and choreography-heavy visuals. From his childhood, he has been through an unfortunate series of events such as the divorce of his parents and the horrific murder of his brother at the tender age of 17 (Google: “Justice For Ryan Henderson”). He found refuge in music by independently recording music and performing at live shows. He has since released a number of projects and singles globally on iTunes, Amazon and streaming platforms since his debut EP arrived via SoundCloud in 2014. Being black and LGBT in today’s challenging society has not always been an easy road for him, but he’s channeled the unique intersectionality of his life experiences in his music and hopes to be a voice for unique people everywhere.
 
"Pretty Boy Freestyle" is available for streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and TIDAL, or for purchase on iTunes & Amazon.

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​All-new episodes of TV One’s original, docuseries' UNSUNG and UNCENSORED continue this Sunday, April 25. UNSUNG leads the night with Syleena Johnson at 9 p.m. ET/8C, immediately followed by UNCENSORED with Marsha Ambrosius at 10 p.m. ET/9C. Following UNCENSORED, fans are treated to a sneak-peek look at episodes with the new digital series, Unwind with Syleena Johnson. Each episode will be published on TVOne.TV and TV One’s social media platforms. Syleena will react to clips, share anecdotes, and provide cocktail recipes for viewers to unwind to as they watch both UNSUNG and UNCENSORED. She’ll end each episode reminding viewers of their chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card.

UNSUNG: Syleena Johnson
 
Syleena Johnson is a singer and storyteller with a rich, sultry voice, who started young and is still going strong. Born directly into the world of music, Syleena tells her story of battling weight issues and toxic relationships to become the resurgent singer and powerful woman she is today.
 
The seven-time NAACP Image Award-winning series UNSUNG continues the season with equally unforgettable stories from a wide array of artists including Bobby V, Lyfe Jennings, and The Jones Girls. UNSUNG, one of the network’s longest-running series’, highlights the careers and explores the personal lives of some of the most talented, versatile, and influential black vocal artists. 

​UNCENSORED: Marsha Ambrosius
 
The hit autobiographical series UNCENSORED explores the lives of your favorite personalities as they provide first-hand accounts of their success and the obstacles they faced throughout their careers. This week’s episode highlights R&B songstress Marsha Ambrosius. Marsha Ambrosius is a four time Grammy nominated singer and songwriter. She formed the group Floetry with a childhood friend, releasing hit records like “Say Yes” and “Floetic," before starting her solo career in 2011.
 
This season of UNCENSORED profiles Lisa Leslie and Jaleel White.

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​syleena Johnson - Marsha Ambrosius - Floetry - grammy nominated - unsung syleena johnson - syleena johnson guess what - unsung episodes - jaleel white - lisa leslie - uncensored marsha ambrosius - naacp image awards - jones girls - bobby v - battling weigh issues - syleena johnson body - TV One Unsung - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV

​This season of the Real Housewives of Atlanta has certainly had it’s ups and downs but it seemed to take a turn for the better when fans of the show finally got a chance to see what went down at Cynthia’s Bachelorette party, but now I’m starting to wonder if everything is ok with Porsha Williams.

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Bingeworthy - Porsha Williams - RHOA - Cynthia Bailey - kandi burruss - cynthia bailey bachelorette party - Atlanta - Real Housewives of Atlanta - Watch RHOA Season 13 Episode 13 - Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 13 Episode 13 - RHOA Season 13 Trailer - Tanya Sam Cheating - Porsha and Tanya Caught with BOLO - Porsha Williams Quitting RHOA - Porsha Williams Dennis McKinnley - Porsha Williams Bravo Chat Room - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV

​The City of Atlanta - Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) invites local metro Atlanta artists to submit proposals for two new public art installations supported by the office's Public Art Program.

Sculptors interested in participating can submit pre-existing, three-dimensional (3D) sculptures for consideration in our Temporary Art Program. The selected artwork will reside in Hardy Ivy Park, a location in downtown Atlanta, for up to two years and contribute to downtown Atlanta's cultural amenities. 

The selected artist will be awarded an honorarium not to exceed $3,000 paid over the two-year period while retaining ownership of the artwork.

An art selection committee will assist the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs' Public Art Program in the selection process.
The deadline to submit a sculpture proposal is Friday, April 30, 2021, at 5 PM EDT.
​

Submission Requirements
For consideration, submit the following:

• Two to Three high-resolution images (minimum of 300 dpi) of previous outdoor art projects.
• Two high-resolution images (minimum of 300 dpi) sharing no more than two proposals of pre-existing sculptures. 
  • The artwork must be available immediately upon selection and acceptance.
• A one-page document with images of your artwork providing information identifying the title, year created, materials used, and location for each artwork. (Word document preferred) 
• A resume with your artist bio, contact information, and home address. (Word document preferred) 
• home address showing that you live in one of the metro counties surrounding Atlanta; these counties include Fulton, Dekalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, Clayton, Coweta, Douglas, Fayette, and Henry.

For full details, click the button below to download the complete Request for Proposal (RFP).

KEYWORDS
Atlanta Artists - Arts Festival - downtown atlanta - arts in atlanta - atlanta artists painters - sculptors - atlanta art museum - black art - atlanta black art - atlanta street art - metro atlanta public art - atlanta made- Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV

During a virtual press conference for the Lifetime movie, Envy: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, the Real Housewives of Atlanta star addresses her baby bump.

KEYWORDS
Kandi Burruss - RHOA - Kandi Burruss Pregnant Again - kandi burruss baby bump - RHOA cast - Envy lifetime movie - cast of Envy lifetime movie - Clifton Powell - DC Young Fly - Victoria Christopher Murray - best selling book - TD Jakes films - Lifetime movies - Rose Rollins - Kandi Burruss acting - speak on it - envy lifetime movie cast - kandi burruss website - Envy: A Seven Deadly Sins Story - Jermaine Sain - When We speak TV

​URBAN ONE HONORS, will pay special homage to the International Sweethearts of Rhythm. The critically acclaimed, all-female jazz band of the 1930s included Helen Jones Woods, a founding member and mother of Urban One Founder and Chairwoman, Cathy Hughes. The Sweethearts band, comprised of 17 ethnically diverse members who achieved international accolades despite discrimination, sexism and Jim Crow – to become symbols of success against adversity.
​URBAN ONE HONORS will air on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 9 p.m. ET/8C on TV One and will be simulcast for the first time on TV One’s sister network, CLEO TV. 

​The annual awards program will feature three performances dedicated to 'The Sweethearts.' Each musical selection will commemorate electrifying performances of the jazz and soul ensemble's hit singles with a modern twist. The ceremony will also feature with talented, contemporary, female performers including Jazmine Sullivan, Da Brat, Le'Andria Johnson, Avery Sunshine, and the all-female house band Kim Burse and the KB Players.

​Grammy-Award-winning gospel artist Erica Campbell and award-winning journalist, author, and syndicated columnist Roland Martin will host the event. This year's theme is 'Women Leading the Change' and will highlight the extraordinary contributions of women in business, media, health, politics, and community outreach, who are leading impactful change within the Black community. Now in its third year, Urban One Honors was created to acknowledge and pay homage to individuals and organizations whose work significantly impacts culture and society- at large.
 
This year's URBAN ONE HONORS will commemorate the myriad achievements of women leaders who are blazing trails and creating new pathways for others in their respective areas of expertise. Categories of recognition reflect the tireless effort and triumphant accomplishments achieved by the honorees and include: 
 
·    Voting Rights Champion dedicated to a fearless leader whose efforts help to build political infrastructure by turning out voters and protecting their votes. 
 
·    Business Alchemist presented to a leader tapped for successfully breaking the glass ceiling to blaze new trails in corporate America. 
 
·    Investigative Journalism Crusader bestowed upon a media maven who is reframing the national conversation by covering the impediments and contributions made by Black Americans. 
 
·    Health Equality Advocate awarded to a champion of health who answered the call to eliminate institutional barriers preventing healthcare to those in her community. 
 
·    Reparations Ambassador who is working to break down systemic racism and barriers that have held African Americans back. 
 
·    Family Needs Ambassador presented to a resilient provider of direct service and resources to individuals in crisis within the community she serves. 
    
The inspiring night of excellence will also feature exciting musical performances, unprecedented collaborations, and surprise appearances to be announced in the coming months.

​The hit autobiographical series UNCENSORED explores the lives of your favorite personalities as they provide first-hand accounts of their success and the obstacles they faced throughout their careers. This week’s episode hits a high note with R&B trailblazer KEM. The "Love Calls" singer is a three-time Grammy-nominated artist. However, his journey to success wasn't easy. He struggled with addiction and homelessness before using music to help him find his way through.

All-new episodes of TV One’s original, docu-series' UNSUNG and UNCENSORED continue this Sunday, April 11. UNSUNG leads the night with Keith Washington at 9 p.m. ET/8C, immediately followed by UNCENSORED with KEM at 10 p.m. ET/9C. 
This season, fans are treated to a sneak-peek look at episodes with the new digital series, Unwind with Syleena Johnson. Each episode will be published on TVOne.TV and TV One’s social media platforms. Syleena will react to clips, share anecdotes, and provide cocktail recipes for viewers to unwind to as they watch both UNSUNG and UNCENSORED. She’ll end each episode reminding viewers of their chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card.

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​Singer Kem hits us up with a new single, Lie To Me!!!

​For close to two decades, Tony Momrelle has added an entirely new dimension to the UK soul genre. 
His work with world renown UK jazz-funk outfit, Incognito and being an integral member of Sade's band, featuring heavily on her last album “Soldier of Love" has set him apart from his contemporaries, garnering him fans from all over the world.

Tony Momrelle is one of the most exciting and significant Soul musicians on the modern British stage.
 
He has toured with some of the greatest artists in the world: Incognito, Earth, Wind & Fire, Gloria Estefan, Celine Dion, Janet, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Sade, Gary Barlow, Andrea Bocelli, Gwen Stefani, Robert Palmer, gospel music group Seven and many more.
 
Tony was lead male vocalist of the famous British Acid-jazz band Incognito for more than sixteen years before launching his solo career in 2015.

Check out Escape, Tony Momrelle's new single available on all digital platforms. 

Website:  tonymomrelle.com
​Instagram: tonymomrelle
YouTube:  Tony Momrelle

​Good morning
Lets go and seize the day
Because its one I know we’ve never seen before
I know the times where in is feeling more than strange
But theres a lot of things to still be grateful for
Lets make a good situation
From the one we have and bridge the gap thats standing in the way
a little more imagination to remove the bad
And see the magic shining through the haze

Cos we’ve all had our fair share
Never did we think that this could be
Stuck in the middle like your going no where
If you feel that you agree
then wont you come with me

So lets go and find that place
Look for a future filled with brighter days
Just give it up now with no delay
Its where you need to be
Come and go with me

La la la la
Lets escape
La la la la
Lets escape

I know your patience is wearing thin
And defeat is knocking at the door
But you just Hold your ground now
And don’t you give in
Cos the battle there to win is yours

Set your mind and spirit free
Lay your troubles down and just take five
Just pull away its what you need
Oh and spend a little time
come and go with me

So lets go and find that place
Look for a future filled with brighter days
Just give it up now with no delay
Its where you need to be
Come and go with me

La la la la
Lets escape
La la la la
Lets escape

And oh I see it in your eyes
Its essential
That you get away from all the crowds
Oh get rid of the disguise
Do it now, do it now

Oh get up and get out of your stay of mind
Oh get up you gotta do it now
Oh get up and get out of your stay of mind
Oh get up you gotta do it now

So lets go and find that place
Look for a future filled with brighter days
Just give it up now with no delay
Its where you need to be
Come and go with me

La la la la
Lets escape
La la la la
Lets escape

SOURCE: nubiasoulgoddess.com

​International Electronic-Soul artist Nubia Soul Goddess is “Old fashioned cotton candy sweet honey love” from Atlanta, GA by way of Macon, GA.
Her essence of soul, rock, jazz, funk is all wrapped up in layers of sultry smoothness.

​Nubia Soul Goddess begins her journey in music at an early age of 7 yrs old with classical piano, gospel singing in her childhood church choir, and in middle school & high school - playing marching and concert percussion. Her ability to play & harmonize by ear was nurtured and molded in a number of ways, causing her to have unique energy as a creative soul as the years went on.

​​In 2009 she officially hit the scene performing under the management of Tawhiyda Tupak-El of WRFG FM. Nubia has performed at Heritage Festival, nonprofit events, Taliah Waajid Natural Hair Show, private events, Apache Cafe, Kats Cafe, Chocolate Obsession, Meat Out Atl, Atlanta PRIDE Festival, Charlotte PRIDE Festival, Wednesday Wine Down East & opened for Angie Stone at her Neo-Soul Day Brunch. 

Nubia Soul Goddess also features on various spoken word artists' albums as well as a collaboration with SayFoolin, a techno house group out of California.

​She is also one of the melodic voices & actors in the stage production "4 Tha Birds", written & produced by Grammy Nominated Theresa Tha Songbird.

If you live in a particular region of the country, I'm sure you have seen a new grocery supermarket chain blossoming called Lidl.  Although the chain is has been around since 1973, it's stores first opened in the US in 2017.

Personally, I can say that I have seen the increase of Lidl's presence in the Atlanta area.  Just off the top of my head, I can think of at least 3 stores near my home.

....but let me get to why we are actually posting this blog......Have you ever seen a Lidl commerical on tv or online?  If so you may have noticed this guy questioning the avocodos!!!!!

Like always, we are so excited to see our friends and supporters making moves..... In addition to being an actor, Emrah Kotan, is also a music instructor and classically trained percussionist.   He's toured with one of our favorite artists, India Arie, and headlined Jazz In The Alley, a summer jazz concert series in which  When We Speak TV is a co-sponsor.

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