CEE KAY RELEASES NEW MIXTAPE BLOOD ON MY HANDS TODAY
RELEASES NEW VIDEO “DEJA VU”
Rapper Cee Kay releases his new mixtape Blood On My Hands today. The 11-track project features his previously released tracks ““Pressure” ft. YoungBoy Never Broke Again,” “No Remorse” and “Dangerous.” His new track “Deja Vu” also appears on the tape, with the video premiering today on Worldstarhiphop.
Listen to Blood On My Hands: HERE
Pine Bluff, Arkansas rapper Cee Kay is geared to become a force in rap, maintaining a credo of remaining true to himself and the code of the streets. Within days of release, his buzz single “Pressure” (featuring YoungBoy Never Broke Again) surpassed over half a million views and still counting, a testament to the power young Cee Kay holds when he delivers his vividly honest rhymes. Cee Kay began building his buzz, working the internet and dropping loosie tracks with videos to match. He soon reached the eyes and ears of Hikari Ultra Co-CEOs Mel Carter and P. The stage is now set for his new mixtape Blood On My Hands, where Cee Kay delivers on the same vibe he brought to “Pressure” and his other street singles, only elevated.
Blood On My Hands Tracklist
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WATCH NOW: EPISODE FOUR OF REFINERY29’s ORIGINAL SERIES
Style Out There
Style Out There, Refinery29’s award-winning video series is back with the fourth episode of season 3. With over 26 million views, host and journalist Connie Wang digs into the way clothing has given women a way to speak out, look within, and identify the forces that limit their potential. Through these stories, Wang discovers the powerful way fashion illuminates social and political issues, ranging from the connection between sexy clothing and sexual assault to instances when cultural appropriation can actually be both useful and productive.
Episode Four of Style Out There is Now Available on Refinery29.com
In episode four, Connie Wang explores the all-female teams in the equestrian sport Escaramuza, which is a treasured Mexican tradition melding riding, fashion, and national identity. But for the athletes living in America, there’s an added vulnerability in literally wearing their Mexican pride on their sleeves.
Episode Four Highlights
On Making Women Confident
“I say it’s contributed because practicing Charrería, and more in the United States, it magnifies and gives you a confidence as a Mexican to be able to open all the doors, remove all the barriers and not fear anything.” – Frine, Coach, Real De Valle
On Escaramuza Telling a Story from the Past
“Charging through the arena like true warriors Las Coronelas De Illinois are poised, powerful and in control. As I watch them spin in layers of crinoline Vision of Adelitas from centuries ago it occurs to me that, today, this sport and its pageantry really tells a story about the grace and bravery of these women who dedicate their lives to it.”
“On top of their horses, in these dresses, Escaramuza like Mireya are proudly announcing who they are and where they belong.” – Connie Wang, Host
On the Dress Being a Symbol of Pride
“Ever since the elections, I do feel that wearing the Escaramuza dress is more than just wearing team gear it’s more like sending a message and proving that I am proud of being Mexican-American .” – Mireya, Las Coronelas De Illinois
Style Out There will premiere new episodes every week on Refinery29’s YouTube channel, exploring Japanese Cholas subculture in Nagoya, the rise of Afrofuturism across the globe, the American Escaramuzas, and Jamaica’s dancehall queens.
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In a new interview with CMRubinWorld, Diversity/Inclusion expert and Cultural Anthropologist Dr. Michael Baran discusses his interactive web-based program that stimulates productive dialogue on the complex issues surrounding race.
Deepening divides fragment our societies and our economies. How can modern technologies help us to find the common ground and bring us closer together? Interactive Diversity Solutions (IDS) has created a web based program called “Don’t Guess My Race” to support teaching diversity issues. The CEO of IDS, Michael Baran, says the inspiration for the program came from research studies with children in Brazil. In Baran’s studies, he asked children to describe pictures he had taken of people’s faces. What he discovered was that this exercise sparked “extremely rich conversations about sensitive topics.” What if photographs could be used to create an interactive race awareness? In an increasingly interconnected world, race, identity and sexuality are often left undiscussed because for many, these are challenging topics and it’s difficult to find the right “space” to do it in an effective way. Yet it is a critical challenge for which all the world seeks solutions. “We want children to see how the world doesn’t come in bounded natural groups, but that there are spectrums of differences and multiplicities of intersecting identities that overlay this difference,” says Baran.
Read the full article here
About Michael Baran
Michael Baran is a cultural anthropologist with over twenty years experience conducting and organizing ethnographic research for social change on a variety of issues, including race and identity, racial disparities in education, violence against children, healthy housing, environmental health, human services, criminal justice reform, immigration reform, climate change, and early childhood development. He currently consults for businesses, schools and non-profits on issues related to diversity and inclusion, often incorporating the digital tools developed at Interactive Diversity Solutions as part of a blended approach.
About The Global Search for Education
CMRubinWorld’s award-winning series, The Global Search for Education, brings together distinguished thought leaders in education and innovation from around the world to explore the key learning issues faced by most nations. The series has become a highly visible platform for global discourse on 21st century learning, offering a diverse range of innovative ideas which are presented by the series founder, C. M. Rubin, together with the world’s leading thinkers.
For more information on CMRubinWorld check out their website here and follow @CMRubinWorld on Twitter.
We all adore weddings. When you make up your mind that you want to start a family, it is only fair that you do everything the right way. Wedding rings have evolved through time. Traditionally, the wedding bands were simple, and they were meant to signify that someone is married. Nowadays, a ring is more than a mere symbol of love.
While most focus is on the bride, it is equally important to focus on the groom. The bride already has an engagement ring. The groom should get himself a ring that matches his personality. There are some things that every groom should consider before buying a wedding band.
1. Comfort
Rings can get quite uncomfortable. Studded rings can sometimes feel irritating around your finger. When buying a wedding band, go for the ring that is most comfortable for you. Considering that you will wear the ring most of the time, you should go for one that gives you comfort. There are great rings designed for maximum comfort.
2. The right fit
While you are busy buying a ring, make sure that it is the right fit. A small or too large ring can be cumbersome. A tight ring can be problematic. You should have a ring fitting after the morning hours when your body temperature is right. Unknown to many, our bodies swell during early hours owing to several factors. Make sure that you have the fitting at the right time to make sure that you get the right size. Georg Jensen online store offers you a guide for ring sizes to ensure that you get the correct ring size.
3. The bride’s rings
You need to make sure that the bride’s ring and your ring match. The wedding bands need to be similar. To tie everything together, ensure that your ring and her ring are identical. They may not be the same, but they should complement each other in a way. To make it easier, you can do the ring shopping together for an easier time.
4. Budget
Sometimes you have to keep in mind the amount of money you can spend on something. A ring can be expensive especially if it has precious stones in large quantity. The more the bling the moiré you will have to pay on it. You need to set an amount of money that you want to spend on your wedding ring. As silly as it sounds, some budgets can be too unrealistic. When you want a good ring, you must be ready to spend some money. You can opt for a simple piece without expensive embellishments.
5. Type of metal
Many metals make wedding bands. Many people go for gold as their first preference. You need to pick the right metal for your wedding bands. What do you prefer? The Georg Jensen rings feature rare metals like sterling silver, gold, and diamonds. There are gold coated rings that you can buy. If you want to get a gold ring, chose between white and yellow gold. The metals also feature precious stones like diamonds. There are platinum rings which are typical for men than silver.
The best way to buy men’s wedding ring is to evaluate all the factors. When you assess yourself, you will be able to buy the best ring for your wedding band. You can also consider other factors like the shape of the ring that you want. There is an array of configurations of rings that are available. When you pick a ring, make sure that it will last longer. Some metals like silver lose their shine over time. You also have to take good care of your ring to ensure that it lasts longer.
When you make up your mind on the right ring for you, get online and chose the ring you want. Remember to make an early order to get ample time for anything that mind need changes. At the Georg Jensen online store, you will have plenty to explore. Enjoy the shopping experience.
By Tenzin Tsephel × Vaughn Lowery
Spring Break is creeping around the corner and you know what that means–time to start booking a relaxing place to stay while you enjoy your vacation extravaganza! At Royalton Suites Cancún, this 4.5 out of 5 star resorts aim is to meet and go above and beyond your expectations. With their excellent customer service, you will be taken care of with the highest quality of care. The resort is a little over a month old as of today and is within walking distance from beautiful downtown Cancún. Officers are available onsite both by the beach side as well as inside the lobby. The resort offers breathtakingly stunning views, stylish architecture, and exceptional service. Inside your booked room, you can find luxurious detailing as every piece was designed to make your experience magical. Enjoy a refreshing shower with their waterfall shower head capabilities where the showering area can fit about 2-5 people–pretty spacious! Inside each suite is a beautiful architecturally-built room designed to give you the feel of extreme luxury.
For all you food lovers out there, Royalton Suites Cancún offers seven restaurants and six bars to fuel your taste buds! You can enjoy local and international delights in buffet styles or à la carte dining venues and end it off with a cocktail, or two, or maybe even grab a cup of coffee at their café. The available dining areas are: Gourmet Marché, Hunter Steakhouse, Agave, Jade, C/X Culinary Experience, SCORE Sports Bar and Lounge, Grazie Italian Trattoria, Beach Club Grill, and Coffee Lounge.
As for their international drinks, you can enjoy a glass at Martini Mix, Sands Beach Bar, Level 18, Dips Pool Bar, or at their Lobby bar. Want to experience a FULL-out luxury vacation treatment? The resort offers a Diamond Club Member package that includes the following goodies/experience:
• Preferred room locations
• Butler service
• Exclusive bar, pool and beach areas with waiter service
• Exclusive Diamond Club Lounge access
• Daily, continental breakfast service in lounge
• Upgraded room service menu
• Luxury amenities in room
• 10% discount on spa treatments and hair dresser
• Day Spa facials, massages, therapeutic pools–why not go ahead and relax that body and mind of yours?
The wow-factor does not end there. The resort offers Level 18, a rooftop area for the most magical experience yet.
It is a rooftop cabana lounge with a panoramic view of the most sought-after sight lines. This area is for adults only and also has a pool, available modern dining, and a nightclub experience. For all you party-goers, at Level 18 you can find a dance party every Thursday evening with a live DJ and amazing LED lights that flash the night away. All you do is wear your brightest whites and let it all out! For those who are more family-oriented or on family vacations, Royalton Suites has a Clubhouse Kids Club, a Hangout Teens Lounge, and offers overall sports and recreational activities that include dancing your heart away to Zumba, yoga, a gym facility, and more. So why not bring all the family right on over and enjoy this royal treatment all together?
If you are looking for more special package deals, there are some designed for birthdays, friends’ getaways, anniversaries, and even for spicing up your romance with your significant other. The birthday package deal is set at $249 package rate per room. This includes a special door/room décor at your arrival, breakfast in bed, a complimentary dinner and cake, and to top it all off a reserved beach spot with a couple’s massage. For birthdays directed at kids, there is a $99 package rate per room. This includes a special room/door décor at your arrival, a complimentary birthday cake, breakfast-served, a special meet and greet with the resort’s Kids Character and ending it all off with a family photo for the memories. More into a getaway with your friends? There is a package that offers a $299 rate per quad room, a complimentary section of wine, and unlimited hydrotherapy pool access. For anniversaries, there is a $299 rate for two, a couple’s spa treatment, breakfast in bed experience, one romantic dinner for two, and a bottle of premium wine at your convenience.
Special occasion celebrations are also available at the resort for weddings or even group events. Of course, a little help along the way in the means of transportation to get to the resort doesn’t hurt! That is what Nexus Tours is here for. Tour Nexus is your leading destination management company that arranges your tours and transportation for you so you can have a safe and efficient way of traveling to your destination. Oh, the fun part? Tour Nexus can even arranged parasailing and jet skiing for your outdoor/active lovers! Paradise snorkeling is also in the books near the beautiful islands…So, what are you waiting for? Time is ticking and Spring Break is nearly here! Book your stay now with Tour Nexus to Royalton Suites Cancún and start living life NOW.
Delaware Contemplates Law Banning Shipment of French Wines
National Association of Wine Retailers Ask For A Fair and Consumer Friendly Wine Shipping Law
The following statement was issued by National Association of Wine Retailers’ Executive Director Tom Wark on the attempt in Delaware to pass a wine shipping law that would ban shipment of all French, Italian, Spanish and other imported wines sold by retailers, while allowing only shipments from American wineries.
“Once again the Delaware legislature is attempting to pass a law that allows Delawareans to receive wine shipments from out of state wineries, while making it illegal for residents to receive shipments of all French, Italian, Spanish or any other wine sold by an out-of-state wine retailer. It’s a nonsensical ban on the shipment of any imported wine, any wines from “wine of the month” clubs, of most Kosher wines and the rare and collectible wines by out-of-state wine auction houses.
“Senate Bill 49, sponsored by Senator Dave Sokola (R), is a good idea, but poorly executed. As with past attempts to give Delawareans access to wines now hard to find in the state, SB 49 allows consumer wine shipments from out-of-state—but only from out-of-state wineries.
“But what of the hundreds of thousands of imported wines only sold in the U.S. by wine stores and wine retailers. Why should these be off limits? Why should Delaware residents be labeled criminals if they ship in a French wine from an out-of-state wine store, but not if they have an Oregon Pinot Noir shipped to them from a winery? The distinction is without merit.
“Delaware wine consumers and commonsense demand better from their lawmakers and those pushing the ban on shipment of imported wines. Delaware consumers should have access to the thousands of French, Italian, German, Spanish and other imported wines that are only sold in the U.S. by wine retailers.
“This looming attempt to criminalize Delaware wine lovers who prefer French, German, New Zealand, Argentine, Italian or the coveted Bordeaux and Burgundy wines that are in short supply can easily be fixed by members of the Senate Banking, Business and Insurance committee who will conduct a hearing on SB 49 on April 10. The bill merely needs to be amended to allow wine shipments from out-of-state retailers in addition to out-of-state wineries.
“Delaware residents may receive out-of-state shipments of food, but there is no ban on Spanish ham shipments. They may receive shipments of shoes, but there is no ban on Italian loafers. They may receive shipments of books, but there is no ban on French novels. Why is Delaware contemplating a ban on the shipment of imported wines from retailers?
“If Delaware is finally going to drag its wine laws out of the 20th century by allowing consumers to receive shipments from out-of-state, they shouldn’t do so by also implementing a ban on certain wines just because they are sold by retailers and not wineries The Delaware legislature, starting with the Senate Banking, Business and Insurance Committee, ought to pass a clean, inclusive, fair and consumer-friendly wine shipping bill.”
About The National Association of Wine Retailers
The National Association of Wine Retailers represents the interests of wine stores and retailers, wine-of-the-month clubs, and wine auction houses located across the country. Together, with support from wine consumers, the Association seeks a fair and modern wine marketplace. For more information: www.nawr.org.
The Little Yellow Book, quotations from Chairman Xi Dada includes 300 quotations from China’s president Xi Jinping one of the most powerful men in today’s world. Out of hundreds of speeches, press releases and news, the authors curated this “best of” covering a disparate of subjects since the first moment Mr. Xi assumed office, back in the winter of 2012, until October of 2018. Within 180 pages of easy-to-read material, the Little Yellow Book highlights Xi’s governing philosophies centered on Chinese Dream, elaborating on a variety of issues from culture and arts to climate change, from Internet control to One Belt, One Road, from national security to military vision, from innovation and green development to wealth sharing. Apparently inspired by its far-famed predecessor the Little Red Book, Xi Dada’s quotes are plucked out of context and strung together without much regard for chronology. Chairman Mao’s red booklet boasted to be the second most printed book after the Bible. It was used during the Cultural Revolution not only to streamline ideology, but also as a weapon to defend communist China against its enemies. While currently being fleshed out by Party scholars, Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristic for a New Era are commanding domestic media channel as well as occupying the country’s ad spaces and billboards to be studied on a daily basis by its citizens. School children and Party officials alike have been learning the theories named after political theorists like Karl Marx, Vladimir Lenin and Mao Zedong. College students and white-collar employees receive certificates for accurately memorizing Xi Jinping Thought and use it as a guidebook for living, working and policymaking. In the first week of October 2018, Hunan TV, one of China’s largest television networks, has aired a new quiz show about the life and philosophy of China’s current leader. The ideology was recently written into the Chinese Constitution.
With close-ups and a real-time camera running approach, this fine collection of Xi Dada’s quotes is an attempt to reveal the true intentions of China’s leader. In a world overwhelmed by information, this one little book cuts through noises and gives some solid yet to-the-point answers to the China-related issues that are relevant for the world today and tomorrow. Apparently inspired by its famous predecessor The Little Red Book, this small publication not only taps into the current trend of bringing political tracts into the 21st century, it’s vigorously different and delivers more within less pages. Click here for PRI’s The World story on the project.
About the Authors:
Julie O’Yang- Published author in English, Dutch, and Chinese. Former People’s Liberation Army (PLA) captain turned artist entrepreneur and screenwriter. She survived the Cultural Revolution as a baby. In the Foreword, she writes about the purpose of the Little Yellow Book is “to distill the huge volumes of Xi Jinping Thought and pen into a small booklet that even a semi-illiterate could read, memorize, or set to music.” She works from Europe (The Netherlands/Denmark).
Fernando Eloy- All-round creative human being. Interestingness hunter-gatherer. Founder of MaisOrient Film Productions (Macau). In love with everything he does. Born in Lisbon in the spring of 1966, Eloy made his media debut working as radio DJ and journalist for pirate radio stations. During his 1980’s “pirate” period, together with 2 other partners, he founded Radio 98, a popular Lisbon youth radio which was later renamed Super FM. In 1996, as producer and promoter, he landed Portugal’s first Surfing World Championship event, the Coca-Cola Figueira Pro 96, while he continued working for various media outlets either contributing to and/or coordinating scriptwriting for TV productions. In 2001, he moved to Macau and became a committee member of the Macau East Asian Games Organizing Committee. In 2005, Eloy directed his first documentary, “350 Meters”, and in 2006, he produced a series of shows for ESPN Star Sports (Singapore). Ever since then, he has directed documentaries about the city of Macau, corporate films and one short feature, June (2012). From 2016, Eloy has paused actual filming to build a slate of feature films, TV series and stories for online applications with Julie O’yang.
THE SCORE SHARES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “DREAMIN” FEATURING BLACKBEAR
THE PRESSURE TOUR LAUNCHING SOON
Critically acclaimed, buzzing LA based, New York born rock band The Score – Eddie Anthony and Edan Dover – share the music video for their new single “Dreamin” [feat. Blackbear]. Watch it HERE. “Dreamin” stands out as a favorite from the group’s new Pressure EP—available HERE via Republic Records. Not only did it rack up 5 million cumulative streams, but it also attracted critical acclaim with Billboard praising its “uplifting lyrics with a thunderous synth-pop sound.” Next up, they return to the road on The Pressure Tour this spring. It kicks off April 27th at In The Venue in Salt Lake City, UT and rolls through major markets coast to coast, concluding at The Troubadour in Los Angeles on May 17. LostBoyCrow and OVERSTREET round out the bill as support. Check out the full itinerary below.
Tickets are on sale now! Fans can purchase tickets HERE
The group will be on the road in support of their recently released Pressure EP. The six tracks have already tallied a cumulative total of 40 million streams and counting as the duo regularly averages nearly 3 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Songs like the latest single “Dreamin” [feat. Blackbear] will undoubtedly explode from the stage night after night on the road. New York-born and Los Angeles-based duo The Score stand out as a fiery genre-defying phenomenon, incinerating the lines between rock, pop, indie, and electronic. Powered by ubiquitous anthems such as “Oh My Love,” “Legend,” and “Unstoppable,” the boys racked up nearly 800 million cumulative streams within three years’ time over the course of two EPs—Unstoppable and Myths & Legends—and a 2017 full-length debut, ATLAS. As they ignited venues across North America, in addition their music has been used in campaigns for Jeep, NBA, and beyond.
TOUR DATES:
April 27th Salt Lake City, UT In The Venue
April 28th Denver, CO Marquis Theatre
April 30th St. Paul, MN Amsterdam Bar & Hall
May 2nd Chicago, IL Lincoln Hall
May 3rd Cincinnati, OH Top Cats
May 4th Columbus, OH Skully’s
May 5th Detroit, MI Shelter
May 7th Brooklyn, NY Knitting Factory
May 8th Washington, DC U Street
May 10th Carrboro, NC Cat’s Cradle
May 11th Atlanta, GA The Loft
May 13th Austin, TX The Parish
May 14th Dallas, TX Deep Ellum
May 16th Phoenix, AZ Pub Rock
May 17th Los Angeles, CA The Troubadour
OMB PEEZY DROPS “STRUGGLE” MUSIC VIDEO FT. BOOSIE BADAZZ AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING NOW
“His voice is so modular and shifty that the betrayal feels lived through” ~ Pitchfork
“OMB Peezy, from Mobile, Ala., but living in Sacramento now, is tough but melodic, with a youthfully urgent voice and production that’s indebted to Louisiana and California.” ~ New York Times
OMB Peezy releases telling single “Struggle” featuring Southern rap icon, Boosie Badazz. The comparisons between OMB Peezy and Boosie have been obvious since Peezy’s 2017 emergence onto the music scene. Never the one to shy from paying homage to rap legends that came before him, the Boosie collaboration shouldn’t come as a surprise to fans as Peezy is signed to E-40’s Sick Wid It Records. Gearing up for the highly anticipated release of his new mixtape, “Struggle” follows Peezy’s latest release “No Keys” featuring G-Eazy. “You don’t feel my struggle, so you don’t feel my hustle,” Peezy raps. Both emcees’ pinched lyrical delivery beautifully mesh throughout the production’s low synths. Their undeniable ability of storytelling is the collaborative rap hip-hop needs at the start of 2019. Take a watch and listen to OMB Peezy’s “Struggle” featuring Boosie Badazz and look out for Peezy’s new mixtape coming soon.
VIDEO – STRUGGLE FT. BOOSIE BADAZZ
AUDIO – STRUGGLE FT. BOOSIE
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