Music

ThisDay Festival 2008 ‘Africa Rising’ Snubs Local Artists

Charity begins at home” is a saying I got accustomed to hearing while growing up. Indeed, for the future, this saying ought to be at the forefront of the producers and organizers of the recently completed ThisDay Festival 2008 ‘Africa Rising’ event. While I applaud the goals to re-brand Africa and help put the continent …

Designers

Ella Brown Couture Launches Spring/Summer Collection 2008

For Immediate ReleaseLos Angeles, CA July 7, 2008 — Los Angeles based designer Ella Brown Couture has designed a new collection that introduces rich colors and a bridal collection to the brand. This collection also includes an array of vibrant handbags and handmade fine jewelry. Today July 7th Ella Brown Couture launches its 2008 Spring/Summer …

Film

Exclusive Interview: Femi Emiola on Africa, Hollywood & Killer Looks!

Femi Emiola, Hollywood’s next breakout star, has been seen on major dramas such “ER” and “The Practice.” Born in Iowa to a Filipino mother and Nigerian father, Emiola grew up in the Philippines for five years, Nigeria for ten and has lived in Los Angeles since 2001. Although trained in theatre, a drama queen she …