The Glass House (in DC and Beyond)

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2009-11-30T18:46:00.003-05:00

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Luxe for Less Pt. II

2009-10-23T15:58:00.006-04:00

With yet another expectedly fabulous fashion collaboration hitting stores soon, I thought it best to give notice of the union of London based accessory designer Jimmy Choo and H&M this season. The collection slated to be available Nov. 14th will bring apart from accessories and shoes, a line of garments for men and women. From what has been seen (courtesy of images leaked before the launch), the

Revenge of the Retro Kids

2009-10-22T17:58:00.006-04:00

This is going to be a weekly column opening up the world of vintage and thrift clothing to regular ladies and gents because we all know somebody who can rock anything from the thrift store and make it look great. I plan to touch on everything from alterations/tailoring, thrift stores in the area, clothing styles during certain decades, street fashion and the idea of not following trends.

Saturday 10/24: Deep in the District @ Indulj

2009-10-21T12:04:00.001-04:00

If you're from the DC area and didn't attend Howard University (there's only five of us who do each year), then the HBCU and its homecoming have probably never been on your radar. I won't expound upon the reason why that is in this post but it looks like things are a little different this year. Several HU Homecoming events, whether official or unofficial, are featuring some of the best rappers

Album Review: Noisettes Wild Young Hearts

2009-10-20T22:22:00.006-04:00

In the pantheon of black girl rock, Noisettes frontwoman Shingai Shoniwa stands out with a style all her own. She’s got the avant-funkiness of predecessors Grace Jones and Betty Davis, the badass gospel growl of originator Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and the electro-dub weirdness of contemporaries Janelle Monae and Santigold. But what sets Shoniwa apart is her ability to effortlessly meld all these

Video: Pato Pooh - Follow Me feat. Adam Tensta (Nintendo Lives!)

2009-10-19T07:41:00.007-04:00

Sweden got flows...period. With Adam Tensta being the biggest name in Swedish hip hop and the most well-known out of Scandinavia this side of the Atlantic, the country's fusion of electrons into the organics of Hip Hop is real. Adam teams with Pato Pooh, another Stockholm native by way of Chile, on the Super Mario energized "Follow Me" to take it back to the 80s but keep it futuristic at the same

Wale Gets Personal & Tabi Goes Pop in WaPo

2009-10-18T22:45:00.006-04:00

If you missed it, the Washington Post goes inside DMV hip-hop in this Sunday's Style section. The article mostly gets it right as it describes Wale's ascent to stardom and the age-old struggle for local music to break free of go-go's hold. It also features up-and-comers set to blow up in Wale's wake like Glass House regulars Phil Ade, Kingpen Slim, XO, and production team Best Kept Secret. If

Cool stuff....

2009-10-18T00:22:00.002-04:00

I decided to do something rarely done on The Glass House (in DC and Beyond)...a blog post of stuff I think is cool. No captions, no real information, no insight. Just images, still and moving. Ok, let me shut up cuz clearly I've already typed too much.RANSOM by adidas Originals from Ransom Holding Co on Vimeo.ArtDontSleep: Skid Row Sessions w/ Pharoahe Monch, Shafiq Husayn, Om'Mas Keith, and more

Halloween DMV Music Mash Mix

2009-10-16T15:03:00.009-04:00

Two Questions for you - What are you wearing for Halloween? What DMV Hip-Hop music are you diggin’ on? To assist you with ideas, here is a list of front runner Halloween costumes and DMV music artists. While reading, be sure to unwrap DMV Hip-Hop's music assortment, download and put the Halloween DMV Music Mash on your iPod!!!Carty-YeahTryk-or-Treet: *Worst Nightmare*Twitter:

Video: B.U.R.N.S. Documentary Trailer

2009-10-16T12:09:00.003-04:00

B.U.R.N.S. Documentary Trailer from KENNY BURNS on Vimeo.The man also known rightfully as the "Lifestyle Specialist", Kenny Burns may be well-known to many in the music industry, but knowledge of his game-changing efforts are not known amongst most. Outside of starting the boutique label, Studio 43, with Wale as the first artist back in '05 to being one of the most influential minds behind the

Music Video - Kev Brown "Another Random Joint"

2009-10-16T11:00:00.002-04:00

Yesterday, I had a conversation with a couple of folks about DC having lost its "soul". When I say "soul", I mean lost its sense of pride. One of the people involved in the conversation is a native Washingtonian, the other is from Georgia. Then there's me having grown up in Prince George's County, MD just a few miles east of the Nation's Capital. We all agreed that with DC being highly transient,

Review: The Gossip at 9:30 Club Washington, DC

2009-10-15T23:53:00.009-04:00

No one likes to admit that they like gossip. And prior to October 7, 2009 I would vehemently support that statement. That was the night that I was introduced to the mélange of a band that is Gossip. Fronted by Beth Ditto, the indie rock band is quickly gaining notoriety for combining Ditto’s distinctly southern and soulful voice with rock instrumentals. A pretty interesting combination that left

I'm R$ch B$tch!

2009-10-14T19:50:00.015-04:00

Small businesses are the bread and butter of America’s economy. We literally live on America’s small businesses. Recently, I’ve been reading about young entrepreneurs making their marks in the country and the world. It’s so thrilling for me to read about twentysomethings making millions off of their vision. After getting the funding and surrounding themselves with the right people, they are

An Insider's Guide to Howard University's Homecoming 2009

2009-10-14T10:52:00.002-04:00

The wonderful ladies of The Fab Empire have put together a guide to another one of DC's most anticipated events, Howard Homecoming. As the largest homecoming in the U.S. (not even joking), on top of the current students and residents of the DMV who come out for the events for the almost two week long affair, the city is flooded with HU alumni, celebrities and people just coming for the

FALL, Feet First

2009-10-12T11:45:00.011-04:00

Ladies have so many options this season when it comes to "stepping out". Styles included range from an array of architectural sculptured booties, angled ankle boots, stilt-high stilettos (okay maybe not that high but it appears we'll be there much sooner than later) and lastly a tendency I myself will be diving into this season: the thigh boot. The thigh boot will be

Saturday 10/24: HiRes @ RFD

2009-10-12T10:50:00.001-04:00

HiRES w/ DJ Brian Senyo - Saturday Oct. 24 - The Backroom at RFD from Brian Akpa on Vimeo.DJ/VJ Brian Senyo will be rocking the RFD Backroom with dope videos, hip-hop classics, and all your favorite joints and jams. HiRes is cutting out the BS, the bottle service, and the dress codes. Just good beats, good beer, and good times! 21+, no cover. Drink Specials: $ 5 Stoli Drinks, $3 Miller Lite

Why Are We So Angry?

2009-10-12T09:10:00.000-04:00

While we in the nation’s capital are fairly insulated from the ire going on around us, it is hard not to notice that things have gotten a little tense in this country. Like the scene that ensues when the drunk girl vomits on the floor at a party, things have changed from the jovial post-election pride and excitement to a standoff that’s leaving everyone trying to decide just

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Who Is Ricky Parker?

2009-10-09T10:43:00.004-04:00

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Ricky Parker from The Glass House (in DC for now) on Vimeo.Studio 43 marketing director and brand scientologist, Ricky Parker of Who Is Ricky Parker? linked up with us on H St. in Northeast DC to let us in on how he's making his mark in the DMV.

Just in case you were wondering - Electro Wars Documentary (Trailer)

2009-10-09T09:59:00.003-04:00

My infatuation with electronic music began at age 8. It was when I first heard 2 Hyped Brothers & A Dog's "Doo Doo Brown" in '91 on WPGC.Although, I had no idea that track was categorized under "Baltimore Club" let alone knowing it was a subgenre of Electronic music, I did know I liked the bassline and the breaks on the song. Four years and several Baltimore Club radio singles later, here comes

The Passing of an Icon: Ben's Chili Bowl founder passes at 82

2009-10-08T14:29:00.005-04:00

Thanks to the net, word travels fast. Ben Ali, the 82 year-old founder of Ben's Chili Bowl, passed last night in his home in DC of congestive heart failure. For the last two years, I have frequented Ben's Chili Bowl, and more recently their full-service establshment named Next Door, unprivileged to have ever met the man behind this famed landmark. Although I was a latecomer as a DC area native

Lady Glock

2009-10-08T09:21:00.002-04:00

For the last couple of months through my DC travels the name " Lady Glock " has been emerging in a happenstance sort of way. She was every bit of cool I imagined her to be. She has a warm personality with a DC demeanor. Her pieces reflect the nuances of the city.

Dance Music Weekend Extravaganza: Nadastrom "SAVED" EP Release Party x Feedback x Big Bang!

2009-10-07T16:21:00.023-04:00

I would just do "eenie meenie miney moe" if you can't make it to all three parties this weekend. This is one of the best lineups of Dance music DJs I've seen in a while and will definitely serve for a funky good time

Tomorrow: Local Wednesdays on U St. @ Local 16

2009-10-06T12:29:00.003-04:00

The Glass House and One Hundred Percent Events have paired two of DC's more soul driven DJs for Local Wednesdays this week. The Vibe Conductor, DJ Stylus, also of The Soul Controllers, will open up the party with a gradual incline of all of the best (which are your favorites) from back in the day and keep you groovin' into 2009. Passing the decks over to our resident, Chris Burns, who will

Video - SHATiFF X District Fresh X FTDMVO Exclusive "GLENARDEN"

2009-10-06T11:58:00.002-04:00

SHATiFF-GLENARDEN *DMV Exclusive* from Arubrics on Vimeo.Any video with people eating food from the Chinese carry-out (more affectionately known in the DMV as "the carry-out") is alright with me! As someone who will probably eat chinese carry-out food, regardless of how healthy or unhealthy my diet is, I'm glad to see this element of Black urban culture in a music video. Class and education aside

VIDEO - ALL KILLER! NO FILLER! Recap x RAtheMC interview

2009-10-05T19:05:00.004-04:00

This was a great time and I had a BLAST. The performance by RAtheMC was just nasty --- I mean her whole aura was just DOPE. You just have to be happy for anybody trying to put on Washington, DC that's actually really good. All the DJs were on point and I honestly don't think I heard one bad mix, but that's my opinion. If you hear otherwise, I'm trying to tell you now, they were not there. The

H Street Day/Below the Waist Photos

2009-10-05T12:51:00.023-04:00

Welcome to DC!!!!!So all of you Washingtonians know that every year we have a host of different festivals/events to honor certain days, streets, and people. This year, me and friends walked through H Street Day off the humble and saw that it was definitely not the same. Not a lot of musical performances as I expected but we made the best of it anyway because we are Good Folk. While I was there,

DURKL Grand Opening x Survivor Series Vol. I Mixtape Release Recap

2009-10-05T11:03:00.002-04:00

Saturday was the opening party and Survivor Series Vol. I Mixtape Release at the new DURKL store. Tucked in the cut in a reinvented shared warehouse space not far from Chinatown, the space has morphed into a multi-purpose room to not only shop in, but also chop it up with faces old and new. Chicken wraps, 42Below caprinihias and Pabst Blue Ribbon (better known as PBR) were being served up all

Minx it up!

2009-10-04T11:08:00.000-04:00

There's something to be said about the relaxing magic of a simple mani-pedi combo. It's entirely refreshing and literally makes you feel...polished! And now Minx, to the detriment of my recession budget, has upgraded this ritual to an even more fuffiling level! Minx Nail Fashion is the newest product from Minx, Inc that will "extend fashion to your fingertips." Made popular by the Real Housewives

The Take Over: Ease of Human Connection via Facebook

2009-10-02T14:39:00.013-04:00

There’s a ton of information regarding the pros and cons of “social networking” sites. We’ve all seen and heard the nays, yays, and promos regarding Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Most of you reading this article have at the very least created a profile that contains your name, hometown, and date of birth, just because so many people that you know are already involved in the technology take over

LMFAO - Party Rock

2009-10-01T21:47:00.010-04:00

2009 may be remembered as the year dance went pop. Sure, it's happened before. But this time around it involves an art-damaged club kid taking Middle America for a ride on her disco stick, everyone from R&B crooners to frat-rock bands singing over four-on-the-floor beats, and rappers jacking samples from 90's trance. Just when you thought things couldn’t get any more ridiculous, here come

DMV Homegrown Flavors: Wine and Music Pairing

2009-10-01T18:49:00.021-04:00

DMV Homegrown Flavors: 34th Annual Virginia Wine Festival + music artist’s Midian, Incwell, Tre Thomas, Amber Mimz, Frank Sirius and Alison Carney. On Saturday September 19th – 20th the Virginia Wine Festival hosted over fifty Virginia Wineries and attendees walked around with a commemorative glass in hand to sip samples of everything from Chardonnay to Merlot. This was the opportunity to

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x PHZ-Sicks + "Less Than Zero"

2009-10-01T13:11:00.003-04:00

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) made a road trip to the "City of Brotherly Love" to rap with DMV native, PHZ-SICKS, about his music and his mixtape that drops today entitled Less Than Zero. PHZ-Sicks was one of the first rappers in the DMV I knew of before what we know as the DMV Hip Hop scene. I'm really happy to see how far the dude has come since 2006. Make sure you download the mixtape,

Saturday 10/3: DURKL Grand Opening x Survivor Series Vol. I Mixtape Release

2009-10-01T10:30:00.005-04:00

If you didn't already know, Durkl has joined forces with producer and DMV native, Judah, to bring you Survivor Series Mixtape Vol. 1 featuring Empire of the Sun, Tabi Bonney, Rattler, Adam Tensta, La Roux, Suckers, Phil Ade and more. Get there early to cop one of the Ultimate Warrior inspired tees as well. Only 100 will be available and they're definitely worth the wear.

Everyday Runway

2009-10-01T08:35:00.008-04:00

Everyday we get dressed and as we traverse from place to place we are, in some way, participating in our own fashion shows. We put together ensembles and people look at us as we stroll and make their own mental review. Whether intentional or not, we are all essentially models and critics in our own right.The aforementioned was my inspiration for the Everyday Runway, a weekly highlight of style in

Women's Skincare Cleansing Oil

2009-09-30T11:32:00.001-04:00

Beautiful clear skin is always a goal for every woman. We will go any length to get it. There are tons of products on the market including cleansers, moisturizers, toners, ointments,...etc. There has been a huge curiosity around cleansing oils/the oil cleansing method, and it seems to be pretty good for people with all skin types. To start, you can either make a cleansing oil yourself by

Wednesday 9/30: Local Wednesdays @ Local 16

2009-09-29T13:06:00.004-04:00

Four of DC's finest on one roof tomorrow evening - DJs Jerome Baker III, Stereo Faith, Tom Lim and Chris Burns are going to shut it down at Local 16. Yes it's almost October and we're still pushing a rooftop event but we have heat lamps for the patio so you won't get freezed out. Get there early for the happy hour specials from 6PM-9PM for $4 Peroni and $5 Martinis.One Hundred Percent Events x

Kanye West + Lady Gaga Fame Kills Tour Promo

2009-09-28T11:47:00.002-04:00

Personally, this ad alone peaked my interest in this tour so much that I almost fell over the edge of the mountain. The Marilyn Monroe imagery along with what looked like some freaky-deeky action taking place creates an excellent allusion of what to expect at the show. If you want to know more about the Fame Kills Tour then go HERE now.

Shop, Sample, and Score with Shecky's

2009-09-27T15:56:00.003-04:00

Shecky's, the on-line and event destination for all things undiscovered in fashion, beauty and fun, is brining one of its most well-known events, Shecky's Girl's Night Out, to Washington, DC. Held Tuesday October 13, 2009 - Thursday October 15, 2009 at DAR Constitution Hall 5PM-10PM, this event is all about creating the ultimate night out with girlfriends by giving women the opportunity to shop,

Thursday 10/1: All Killer! No Filler! @ LIV Nightclub

2009-09-27T12:23:00.002-04:00

Washington, DC is widely considered by the entertainment universe as being"up next." ALL KILLER! NO FILLER! is being presented as an immediate destination eventby the reputation of the guest artists alone. The inaugural event on October1st is a prime example of what we intend to bring to DC's burgeoning andexciting party scene. The Glass House has teamed up with The Couch Sessions and True Genius

Always working to keep the infrastructure strong...New Writers!

2009-09-27T10:36:00.003-04:00

Some new hands to help in the building of The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) -Keasha Lee (Art/Culture Writer):Keasha Lee is a dynamic and charismatic writer and entrepreneur who finds that meeting new people and hearing about their life experiences is very enriching. Writing has always been a passion for Keasha because it can allow an emotional connection with a reader that could change their

Sunday 9/27: Lyrics & Lace @ LACE Nightclub

2009-09-24T19:28:00.005-04:00

Lend your ears and share your voice this Sunday! Lyrics & Lace, the monthly women's poetry open mic held at LACE Nightclub in Northeast DC, is brought to you by DC's own SolSis. August's featured poet, Venus Thrash, gets the show started followed by a few more phenomenal women. Lyrics & Lace provides a vocal, yet artistic, platform for the black women in DC's lesbian community to reach way down

Tonight! - Lunchbox Theory Presents Afrobeat @ Selam x Africa Plays On Pt. 4

2009-09-24T18:00:00.000-04:00

LunchBox Theory Productions Presents:: Black Light Special:: AfroBeat fo Ya Soul!!Friday, September, 25 2009(Every Last Friday on your Roman Calender)Party Starts at 10pm (come early to reserve your space on the dance floor!)Only 1 dolla to get in!Percussionist welcomeFree Face painting all nightDrink specials all nightThis is a sweat party.. get ready to dance all night long to the sounds

Tomorrow: Celebrate Fotoweek at Local Wednesdays on U St - Rooftop Happy Hour @ Local 16

2009-09-22T13:51:00.003-04:00

Celebrate Fotoweek at Local Wednesdays on U St - Rooftop Happy Hour at Local 16Wednesday, September 23th @ 6pmLocal 16 - 1602 U St. NW DC (16th & U)MUSIC & PHOTO PROJECTIONS BY ADRIAN LOVINGPeroni specials from 6pm - 9pm $5 drinks and Fotinis all night*FOTOWEEK DC RECOGNIZES PHOTOGRAPHIC EXCELLENCE FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH EXHIBITS, LECTURES, PROJECTIONS AND ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES HOSTED

Complex Mag x The Clipse x Kaws

2009-09-22T11:38:00.006-04:00

Complex Magazine is known as being the most popular mens' lifestyle source for the urban subculture of today. Keeping in line with that path, they've put together a series of special collector's issues as a part of their "Complex Cover Week" series. The lifestyle mag released the first in the series, a collaboration between Norfolk's own (or Nawfook if you're from VA's Tidewater region) The

How I Spent My Summer Vacation Pt. II

2009-09-21T23:37:00.011-04:00

More faves from my totally unofficial abridged guide to summer 2009. Trust me, there's way more to include but here are some of the places and events that stand out the most. Post your faves from the summer in the comments.Caribbean FestivalThis annual institution seems to grow each year, taking over more and more of the city every June. I hadn’t been in ages, but finally made it out this summer

How I Spent My Summer Vacation Pt. I

2009-09-21T21:51:00.019-04:00

Now that Labor Day has come and gone, school is back in session, and Kanye has had his annual VMA meltdown, I guess it’s finally time to say goodbye to summer. I'm still not quite ready to let go yet. So before it’s officially time to turn back the clocks, here are some of my own personal highlights from summer 09. The stuff I loved, the stuff that maybe you missed, and the stuff that made those

Tonight! The Return of Uncle Q's Living Room @ Bourbon

2009-09-17T12:54:00.004-04:00

As one of my favorite DJs in DC, Uncle Q brings back one of the best parties one can attend in the area. Uncle Q's Living Room will bring pleasure seekers sounds by two more of DC's most sought after DJs, Harry Hotter and DJ Dredd. All three of these cats are known to and guaranteed to pack rooms and move crowds from PM to AM. In all seriousness, no one wants to miss this so show yourselves

Men's Skincare - Wash-Off Shaving Oil

2009-09-17T00:29:00.004-04:00

So, I'm a product junkie and normally the products that I find interesting, I buy. There is one product that I find to be really neato and it is not for me! Since I have no need to buy it because I have no facial hair, I will write about it in the hopes that male product junkies or guys always looking for a closer shave that won't kill their skin will cop it. The product I'm speaking of is

The Stereotype Demos (Episode 4) Returns!

2009-09-16T16:39:00.008-04:00

My regular podcast, The StereoType Demos is back! Where'd it go? You've probably noticed my invisibility on The Glass House, b/c I started pursuing my other passion, medicine. It's another beast, and I'll let you know how it is once I'm done. Yes, I'm still in the thick of it, but I've found time to grab snatches of sanity by continuing to express my creative self through The StereoType Demos.

ARISE: Promise of Africa Collective Spring/Summer 2010

2009-09-16T07:14:00.012-04:00

Any fan of fashion can attest to the increasing prevalence and influence of African culture and fashion into mainstream fashion. With that being said, it's no surprise that the ARISE: Promise of Africa Collective show on September 11, 2009 was jam packed with press, buyers, stylists, celebrities including Dame Dash, Amerie, Keri Hilson, and June Ambrose, and anyone else who could squeeze

Recap : Cynthia Rowley Spring 2010 New York Fashion Week

2009-09-16T06:21:00.011-04:00

Away from the madness of the tents on 42nd in Manhattan, fashion enthusiasts crammed Gotham hall on September 11, 2009 to view Cynthia Rowley's Spring 2010 collection. Perhaps it was the champagne, but the show lacked any airs of pretension and guests chatted amicably while being ushered into their assigned areas.Known for her whimsical designs and personality, it was no surprise that the show

Recap: The Jaspects @ Joe's Pub NYC feat. Brittany Bosco and Kimberly Nichole

2009-09-16T01:49:00.006-04:00

I had to make a weekend trip to the Big Apple for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (leaving the recap to one of The Glass House's style experts) and to catch Atlanta's The Jaspects at Joe's Pub hosted by Soulfyne, Homebase NYC and Briclyn Entertainment (word to The Couch Sessions). If you've never been to Joe's Pub and think that this is actually just a rinky dink bar in NoHo (do those even exist in

Interview: The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Shinobi Ninja

2009-09-16T00:55:00.005-04:00

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Shinobi Ninja from The Glass House (in DC for now) on Vimeo.Brooklyn crew, Shinobi Ninja, invited The Glass House to the Sound Machine in NYC this past weekend. We got the full skinny on the NES enthusiast, multi-faceted band and what they represent. If you didn't already know about Shinobi Ninja and need to hear first-hand what a Shinobi Ninja can do besides

Wednesday 9/16: Local Wednesdays @ Local 16 x The Party Bros. "OOOBayBay" Music Video

2009-09-14T16:00:00.009-04:00

One Hundred Percent x The Glass House x Peroni Present Local Wednesdays on U St ~ "A Necessary Recess From The Week"Local Wednesdays is for anyone who needs that mid-week break from the job, school or anything else that tends to stress. Chill out, get back to those carefree days for the evening and still partake in all the social freedoms of adulthood.DJ Chris Burns invites you to the dance floor

Two reasons to watch The 2009 MTV VMAs

2009-09-10T22:47:00.005-04:00

(via Rap-Up.com)Because The King is still alive in all our hearts and music collections and...DC does it! Our very own Uncalled 4 Band aka UCB will be the performing live as the house band for the 2009 MTV VMAs. A very huge step taken by a small city starting to make major moves...

DJ Cam Jus Presents BAM!!!

2009-09-10T20:18:00.004-04:00

Peace,It's been a while since I posted something. But here ya go...Cam Jus sample mix:http://www.zshare.net/audio/65359991ecaf2166/20 minutes of me rockin live on the turntables.Sonya said, "It's tight yo..."---Cam Jus

Video: Trailer to Wale's "Pat Your Weave" feat. UCB

2009-09-10T13:14:00.003-04:00

So far so good....Being surrounded by so many film and photo folks I can watch videos with a critics eye for songs that I hate (I like "Pat Your Weave" a lot for the record). I know budgets are a huge factor in the end result but then that's when you have to rely on creativity and ingenuity. If you lack those two traits you better have someone on your team who does. Three/21 Media has a solid

Friday 9/11: Miz Metro @ Winston Billiards & Bar

2009-09-10T11:12:00.003-04:00

Miz Metro has graced over sixty stages from New York to London, engaging audiences with her commanding stage presence and well-crafted pop songs. Her frank lyrics and unconventional soulful pop sound are comparable to Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen, Fiona Apple, and Gwen Stefani. Influenced by these artists along with Lauren Hill, Etta James, Billie Holiday, Santogold and many others, she draws

Interview: The Glass House x The Couch Sessions x Greenspan

2009-09-10T10:08:00.008-04:00

One of the best in-store events brought out many of the DMV's best two weeks ago at the Strange Music x 368 Music Group He Said She Said event at Palace5ive. Me and Stone (The Couch Sessions) got up with Greenspan to take about his latest mixtape When The Sky Turns Green, his progression as an artist and future moves.

Saturday 9/12: Can't Stop. Won't F-Stop @ Dahlak

2009-09-09T11:23:00.002-04:00

If you're hanging around U St. this Saturday evening (or even if you're not), Can't Stop, Won't F-Stop is the event requiring your presence. Hosted by Innerloop Records and Chapi D, Can't Stop, Won't F-Stop will feature many of the DMV's best and brightest (flash or no flash) in photography with Innerloop Records DJs providing the musical backdrop. So you know that means you'll get a dose of

I WANT MY MUSIC ON MTV! featuring J*Davey

2009-09-08T14:39:00.004-04:00

Jack Davey (The girl) and Brook D'leau (The guy), better know as eclectic soul/electro duo J*Davey, have been selected among three other bands by MTV and Garnier Fructis to participate in I WANT MY MUSIC ON MTV! contest. The winner of this innovative promotion will perform at the 2009 mtvU WOODIE AWARDS in November and have their music added to the music network’s video rotation. Each

Wednesday 9/16: Mos Def Presents The Ecstatic Tour w/ Talib Kweli, Medina Green and Jay Electronica @ Sonar

2009-09-08T14:13:00.003-04:00

As a push for Mos Def's latest album, The Ecstatic, he in conjunction with Garden Grown and Guerilla Union (think Rock The Bells Tour) have put together a multi-city tour (US and Canda) that will also feature Mos's Blackstar partner-in-crime Talib Kweli, Rawkus Records' Medina Green and the proper voice of Hip Hop from New Orleans, Jay Electronica. The Ecstatic Tour will make a pit stop in

Return of the Kid Cudi post x A little soul from Eric Roberson

2009-09-08T13:21:00.003-04:00

Kid Cudi has been living in an industry whirlwind for the last year. Cleveland's best in Hip Hop since B.O.N.E. Thugs-N- Harmony has been in a sneaker fight, threatened to retire before the release of album and had a single that was remixed 50/11 times and finally played in clubs and on radio stations centuries after the blogosphere heard it. I personally was pleased to know while watching this

Health in The City

2009-09-07T21:28:00.004-04:00

Sometimes it’s difficult, when there’s so much going on in the world, to write about local parties and new music. Not that it isn’t important, because it’s my life and my livelihood, but I wanted to talk a bit about the health care debate that’s currently raging. More to the point, I’d like to talk about what it means to The Glass House family and readership. On a grand

27 Candles...

2009-09-07T09:46:00.001-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!...to Sonya, the great mind and creator of Glass House. I've had the lovely pleasure of knowing you for almost a decade, and I love you dearly! An abundance of blessings, prosperity, and continued success to you...xoxo,B. Zarr

Wednesday 9/9: One Hundred Percent x The Glass House Present Local Wednesdays @ Local 16

2009-09-06T12:52:00.000-04:00

One Hundred Percent x The Glass House Present Local Wednesdays on U St ~ "A Necessary Recess From The Week"Local Wednesdays is for anyone who needs that mid-week break from the job, school or anything else that tends to stress. Chill out, get back to those carefree days for the evening and still partake in all the social freedoms of adulthood.DJ Chris Burns invites you to the dance floor and

Interview: The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x DJ Stereo Faith

2009-09-06T12:31:00.005-04:00

Photo by Sexy Fitsum/iLLIMeterJust in time for this month's Feedback Party at DC9 this Saturday, M. Leshchiner had a great conversation with DC's own, DJ Stereo Faith at last month's Feedback party. The Glass House has been stamping Stereo Faith as one of the most musically well-rounded and knowledgeable DJs in the city and he shed's some light on his beginnings as DJs and how he became so

Interview: The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Kevin Ross

2009-09-06T12:17:00.002-04:00

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Kevin Ross from The Glass House (in DC for now) on Vimeo.DMV native and KonLive songwriter, Kevin Ross, chats it up with The Glass House about his publishing deal with Akon's label, his time in the industry and more. I also got a little something for y'all to take with you. It's a track he recently recorded entitled "Dorm Room Sessions". Kevin Ross - "Dorm

Video: Big L Documentary Trailer

2009-09-04T23:38:00.000-04:00

Paying a long overdue visit to Mr. Noz's Blunt rapper site the other day, I stumbled upon a trailer for a Big L documentary. Everyone who knows hip hop should know who Big L is and if not then you need to renounce your title, Google him, listen to his work and then put yourself back in the "Hip Hop Head" category. Now I'll be honest, my first time hearing about Big L was after he was killed. Big

Recap: Fall Television Pre-Preview brought to you by Integral Arts

2009-09-04T21:52:00.002-04:00

Ok my second favorite time of year is here. The new TV season is about to kick off and thanks to the power of The Glass House I can see what might be on your TV in the future.Locally-based production company Integral Arts screened some of their work at The Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse Theater in Arlington, VA this past Wednesday. Here's a run down of what I see in their future and yours:

Video: Durkl Showroom Opening Party

2009-09-02T07:01:00.000-04:00

Durkl X Street Wear X Launch Party from ABB VIDEO on Vimeo.Two weeks ago, I attended The Durkl Showroom Opening Party, located at 443 Eye St. NW in DC. This was the first event that I've ever attended that had Pabst Blue Ribbon, or more affectionately known as PBR, as a sponsor. They also had premium Vodka brand 42BELOW in the building giving away Vodka elixirs and schwag for participating in

Beat Ya Feet Kings Say Goodbye to ABDC

2009-09-02T07:00:00.000-04:00

If you're a fan of the guilty reality pleasure America's Best Dance Crew, you probably know by now that local dance ambassadors The Beat Ya Feet Kings were voted off this week. The group brought DC's indigenous go-go style to the stage, making it to a respectable 4 episodes. The five members managed to keep up with increasingly ridiculous challenges (seriously, martial arts?) before being losing

Music Video: Drake - "Successful" feat. Trey Songz

2009-09-01T07:52:00.002-04:00

I got up early and saw this video on The Couch Sessions and realized that I actually like "Successful" - a lot. My affinity for the track has to be attributed to my burning desire to be successful in my respective industry also. Hearing the Petersburg, VA native crooning on the hook made me think of his first single "Gotta Make It" in which he lets us into a dream that by the end of the video

Tomorrow: Integral Arts Screening @ Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse

2009-08-31T22:30:00.005-04:00

Ok Boob Tube watchers, the lovely folks of Integral Arts have put together a screening of a few television pilots for our viewing pleasure. Dog in particular, was awarded “Best Overall Television Show” at LA’s 2009 Independent Television Festival (ITVF). Guess the budget? $100 - with a little ingeninuity even just a little cash can take you a long way. It was also filmed by two self-taught

Wednesday 9/2: One Hundred Percent x The Glass House Presents Local Wednesdays

2009-08-31T10:59:00.005-04:00

Local Wednesdays on U St ~ "A Necessary Recess From The Week"Local Wednesdays is for anyone who needs that mid-week break from the job, school or anything else that tends to stress. Chill out, get back to those carefree days for the evening and still partake in all the social freedoms of adulthood.All Photos by Sexy Fitsum/iLLIMETERDJ Steve Starks and DJ Chris Burns invite you to the dance floor

Interview: The Connect x Lady A

2009-08-31T08:38:00.003-04:00

LADY A - HIATUS from Vin Hoffa on Vimeo.The Great Debater Lady A has resurfaced! I know for the last couple of months I've thought to myself several times about where she was hiding. No Twitter action, no appearances at any events, just straight incognito. Well within the first minute of the video, Lady A shares with us why she has been off the radar and for good reason, too! I'm very happy to

Video Recap: Trackhustle.com x The Beatdown Producer Showcase 2009

2009-08-27T12:33:00.001-04:00

The Beatdown Producer Showcase 2009 from TrackHustle.com on Vimeo.TrackHustle.com takes you inside Washington DC's producer showcase known as "The Beatdown." Organized by Inner Loop Records, this event featured producers J-Scrilla, Sakwe, Mark Henry, and Team Demo. K-Beta and Kingpen Slim also rocked the mic that night.

Friday 8/28: Lunch Box Theory Presents Afrobeat @ Selam

2009-08-27T10:12:00.000-04:00

So I will admit, I have never attended an Afrobeat party but practically every person I know who frequents U St on night of the week other than Friday and Saturday have told me I've missed out each time. Because of this I'm going to make this Friday my first appearance at Afrobeat and if you haven't yet you should come through, too. Warning - This party is only for those who love good music and

Interview: The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Don Juan

2009-08-26T11:39:00.002-04:00

The Glass House got up with Don Juan before his performance at LOVE Nightclub last Saturday. The dude is pretty driven as you'll hear and has working hard since a pre-teen. Don Juan's "humble grind" has paid off for him with his well received single "Lookie Looky" (one of my favorite tracks to party to in the club) and has also scored him a deal with Jive Records. The Lookie Looky Mixtape is also

SoulCulture.co.uk Presents "Aaliyah Revisted" Tribute EP

2009-08-26T08:00:00.000-04:00

Urban music mag, SoulCulture.co.uk has teamed up with many of R&B's best in the game to bring you Aaliyah Revisited Tribute EP. The remixes you'll hear on this are phenomenal and well thought out. On the first listen, I could hear that the artists and producers both channeled Aaliyah's energy and soul while in in the studio. I have yet to meet someone who wasn't a fan of Aaliyah and couldn't

Members Only...

2009-08-26T07:50:00.000-04:00

Anyone who knows me on a personal level is aware of how much I love a bargain, especially when relative to fashion. Of my favorite sources, I thought I'd share one of my most beneficial as far as being one anyone can access. If not familiar with online designer sample sales, prepare to become. These sample sales are set up as online "boutiques" and consist of exclusive designer sales that go up

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) still stylin' on you!

2009-08-26T07:45:00.000-04:00

Introducing Michela, new style writer for The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) -I am the fashion and style enthusiast of minimal fame, known as Michela. I believe in stylistic expression through the much underrated art form of fashion. To that end, I am abreast on trends but do not advocate them; fashion is a lifestyle and not a series of fads. I celebrate the uniquely created aesthetic of the

Music Video: LMFAO - "La La La"

2009-08-25T09:07:00.002-04:00

LMFAO (Think "I'm In Miami Bitch") dropped a video for their track "La La La" from their album Party Rock. In this video, Red Foo creates a crazy computer application that allows you to transport anyone you want into a video dreamworld using just a photo. Sky Blu's choice? The sexy Chelsea Korka of the Paradiso Girls!

Durkl Fall '09 Lookbook

2009-08-25T08:44:00.002-04:00

Durkl has made major strides since their inception a couple years ago. From online only sales to an awesome new showroom, the brand has and will continue to stamp itself as the equalizer of urban fashion amongst hipsters, hip-hop folks and skaters whether Black, White, Asian and Latino. Here are a few shots from their Fall '09 Lookbook. If you like what you see (and you will) stop by their

Friday 8/28: Strange Music and 368 Music Group Presents He Said She Said @ Palace 5

2009-08-25T08:14:00.003-04:00

Two of the area's best MCs rockin' mics right now have linked to bring you He Said She Said. I don't know what to expect exactly from this joint but knowing the work of both Phil and Ra individually I know it'll be a very necessary listen.Strange Music and 368 Music Group Presents He Said She Said featuring Phil Adé and RAtheMCFriday, August 28, 20098PM-11PMPalace 5 (14th and Florida NW)2220 14th

Thursday 8/27: Art Salon @ Solea

2009-08-25T07:19:00.005-04:00

Art Salon featuring DJ Iwah and Christylez BaconThursday, August 27, 20096PM-8PMSoundscapes by DJ Gold and RiddleArt exhibit by Albus CavusA raffle for art provided by Albus Cavus"Art Salon" brought to you by the DC Commission on the Arts & HumanitiesSolea Condo Space1405 Florida Ave. NWWashington, DC

Ninjasonik @ DC9

2009-08-24T09:57:00.010-04:00

Telli & McFly of NinjasonikPhotography ByLafayette BarnesLBARNESPHOTO, Inc.lbarnesphoto@gmail.com

Recap: R&B Live DC August 2009 Edition @ Station 9

2009-08-22T23:25:00.004-04:00

Earlier this week I attended my first R&B Live event featuring Yahzarah. Contrary to the unbelievably bad service at Station 9, the show was good. Three artists performed - Patrice Jones, Brandon Hines and headliner, Yahzarah. While all artists gave good performances, Yahzarah's talent and stage presence stood out like tofu at a black folks barbecue! Instead of starting her performance on

Weekend Roundup

2009-08-20T07:23:00.006-04:00

If you go out in DC as often as I do, then you know that it has evolved into a "7 Nights A Week" town. By that I mean, you can literally find some party or event, in almost any of the most popular social scenes in the area every night of the week. Students attending area colleges are back in town this week so you may want to temporarily change that "Fashionably Late" mentality until next spring,

Interview: The Glass House x Kingpen Slim

2009-08-20T07:10:00.002-04:00

The Glass House (in DC and Beyond) x Kingpen Slim from The Glass House (in DC for now) on Vimeo.Beam Up Entertainment's (TheBeamUp.com) Kingpen Slim talks to the people about his time in the game, influences and his latest album The Beam Up.

Thursday 8/20: The GAP Presents When The Sky Turns Green

2009-08-19T10:20:00.003-04:00

When The Sky Turns GreenFeaturing GreenspanThursday, August 20, 20097PM-9PMThe GAP (Downtown Baltimore)200 E Pratt St. # 3091Baltimore, MDAnd before you go, hear why you should. You'll thank me later....Download When The Sky Turns Green

Music Video: Nike Nando "Talk To Me"

2009-08-17T12:50:00.002-04:00

Talk To Me: by Nike Nando from ABB VIDEO on Vimeo.The young dude speaks from the heart in this joint. "Talk To Me" is one of my favorite songs from his most recent mixtape Super Nike Nando which displays Nando's talent with the pen and mic in a way unheard prior to now. He even produces one of the tracks on it (check for "Produced By Me"). He's got some good folks that are pushing him beyond DC

Music Video Mashup: Major Lazer vs Missy Elliot "Pon De Gossip"

2009-08-17T12:28:00.002-04:00

For those that may not remember, earlier this month I posted the funny, kinda strange and controversial (all depending on who you talk to) video for Major Lazer's "Pon De Floor" in which you witness dance moves that are rather common in the dancehall and reggae music scenes. The good dudes of Cookin' Soul did an excellent mash up video of "Pon De Floor" and Missy Elliot's "Gossip Folks". Check

Heineken Red Star Soul x DJ Clark Kent x Melanie Fiona

2009-08-17T11:18:00.004-04:00

Last Thursday The Glass House and The Couch Sessions got up with DJ Clark Kent and Melanie Fiona at the Heineken Red Star Soul event at Ibiza. It was also an impromptu DC blog site meetup as well and we got to chop it up with many of the minds behind some of DC's top entertainment and lifestyle blogs. Hear what they had to say about what's new and life until now.

Tonight: Don Juan "Lookie Looky" Mixtape Release Party x Kingpen Slim's Birthday Beam Up Tour x Saturday 8/22: Sex Love & Kool-Aid

2009-08-17T09:15:00.008-04:00

It's going to be pretty active this week in DMV Hip Hop. Don Juan of "Lookie Looky" fame along with host Big Tigger of WPGC will be at Pure (1326 U St. NW) tonight for the Lookie Looky Mixtape Release Party from 7PM-10PM.Kingpen Slim's birthday is today (wish him well via Twitter or if you see him in the street) but he's celebrating all week long so come out to or come out to all for The Beam

Tarjay, Tarjay Take Me Away!

2009-08-16T20:11:00.008-04:00

A usual Target trip for myself runs along the lines of running in for "just a few things" and ending up walking out of the store with "just a few bags" instead. I know I'm not alone! And ever since Target launched their Go International program, I've been making even more "not on the list" purchases. Those not familiar with Go International, let me introduce. Go International consists of

Summer School REVIEW: MИWKA presents NINJASONIK Darth Baño

2009-08-15T00:00:00.002-04:00

First I want to thank Sonya for the opportunity to share my opinion on anything, I check The Glass House daily and find it a privilege to be asked to contribute to its ongoing mission. My first assignment is to Review the "MИWKA presents Darth Baño" mixtape which you can find here, but keep reading to see if its worth your time. The Glass House Rating System is really relevant with the start of

Kingpen Slim x DC Unplugged @ Vegas Lounge

2009-08-14T11:32:00.003-04:00

Last night's event, DC Unplugged at Vegas Lounge was a "cool" and surprising experience. There were a few performers, one of which I was able to interview and see perform live on stage. The venue was small and the lights were low giving the space a very intimate feel. The crowd was filled mostly with couples and tons of ladies. Given the atmosphere that the crowd and the setting created, I

Are You Blown Away? Phil Ade @ Liv 8/6

2009-08-13T00:24:00.036-04:00

Phil Ade Interview from Couch Sessions on Vimeo.Following in the footsteps of Wale and Tabi Bonney, Phil Adé is next in line to bring DMV hip-hop to the masses. The first artist signed to Raheem Devaughn's new 368 Music Group label, he took the stage last Thursday at Liv for a Mixtape Release Party. Backed by four-piece band The Five One, Adé ripped through most of his debut "Starting on JV" (

Saturday 8/15: Mural Jam Neighborhood Party @ Rhode Island Shopping Center

2009-08-12T09:44:00.002-04:00

(Washington, DC) The capitals largest public art event is happening this Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM with over 100 muralists, artists, and the public painting a wall larger than a football field in the Edgewood neighborhood in Northeast.The Edgewood Mural Jam is sponsored by the public art non-profit Albus Cavus and the DC Commission on Arts and Humanities, the Mayor's Summer Youth