Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Exclusive Interview with DARRELL HERBERT (Poet)



Extremely talented poet and self described "artivist" (an activist / artist) Darrell Herbert sits down with All Black Entertainment Magazine Online for a quick one on one interview about his poetry, inspirations and more!  Read all about what this young, gifted individual has to say.....




Hey Darrell Herbert, how are you doing today?
Darrell Herbert: I am fine. Thank you for asking.



How would you describe yourself as a poet?

Darrell Herbert: Real, legitimate game-changer, outspoken, and emotional.



What are the topics and subjects that usually inspire you to write?

Darrell Herbert: I write whatever comes to mind.  If I feel sad, I'll write about it.  If I feel rejected, I'll write about it. If I feel angry, I'll write about it. Topics and subjects that I usually write about in my poetry include suicide, depression, diseases, anxiety, drug dependency, isolated, abuse, alcoholism, abandonment, homelessness, among many others.  Someone has to be that voice for the voiceless.  What's the point of caring for those who are careless? Because someone is always fighting demons that you are not in the ring with. I want to bring topics and subjects such as these up into my poetry because nobody is really talking about it.  And even if they do, they will just deny it, even through it is very realistic and problematic.



Where do you perform your poetry pieces live?

Darrell Herbert:  I perform my poetry pieces live in a variety of different places.  Places include Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Harlem, and many others.  My favorite place to perform my poetry pieces is at Live from Underground is because the crowd is non-judgmental. And I can say whatever I want without having the fear of rejection or ridicule.



Could you describe to the readers what a live poetry session starring Darrell Herbert is like?

Darrell Herbert: If I were describe to the readers what a live poetry session starring myself is like, it is very funny, there's a lot of cursing, and you won't leave the same way as you walked in.  Hopefully, readers will really grasp what I am saying. We all go through pain.  Some hide it. Others are still hiding from it. I want them to feel my pain, and realize that it is okay to feel these things. It is what makes us human. 



Who are some of the poets that have influenced you?

Darrell Herbert: There are so many. But, some poets that have influenced me are Sylvia Plath, Li Young Lee, Marie Howe, Chris Abani, Maya Wegerif, Ayi Kwei Armah, Abayomi Ogunniyi, David Ishaya Osu,  Adam Levon Brown, and Kurt Cobain.



What does Darrell Herbert do in his spare time, aside from writing? 

Darrell Herbert: I mostly volunteer, or I will try to gain inspiration from other artistic people like break-dancers, graffiti artists, painters, and many others alike.



What plans do you have for the rest of 2016? 

Darrell Herbert: I want to continue to be an inspiration for those who feel lost, misunderstood, lonely, isolated, and/or different through my poetry.  I also plan on earning more publications of poetry, as well as gaining more recognition, awards, and prizes for my poetry. 



What are some of the recent places readers can check out some of your material? 

Darrell Herbert: Readers can check out my material in the "Best Teen Writing of 2014," by Hannah Jones, Writers- Black Artists Connected Blog, Yellow Chair Review, Poetic Treasures Magazine, Section 8 Magazine, Media Blast Press, as well as in HangTime Magazine and The Lemonade Stand Magazine.

Saturday, August 27, 2016

Video Spotlight: Lil' Hines "A Few" (Official Music Video)



Watch the new music video by Georgia based rapper Lil' Hines for his single "A Few" here on All Black Entertainment Magazine. Keep checking back with here for more hot, brand spanking new music videos from some of the biggest and brightest artists in the industry today!

Artists To Watch: LeeLee (Charlotte, NC)



All Black Entertainment Magazine presents the next ARTIST TO WATCH for the month of August.  Coming straight out of Charlotte, NC comes drill music's next big thing, rapper LeeLee!  LeeLee's latest single and video "No Money" has the streets and Internet buzzing and has everyone speaking her name!

LeeLee has already gotten a major cosign from Queen City mover and shaker Tenai Staley of Ill Famed Magazine, The Tenai Show and Power 104.4 FM, and you all know that Tenai knows her music!  Check out LeeLee's music video (directed by her boyfriend, prestigious music video director Manny Mac) here at this direct link https://youtu.be/xIRLnuXtBBU


Please post your comments and feedback below.

Follow LeeLee via social media on the links provided on the flyer.



Friday, August 26, 2016

Big Mike of Day 26 featured on SEXY New Single!!!


Vocalist Big Mike of Day 26 is featured on an all new hot, sexy, steamy and "Wett" single the critics and bloggers are referring to as the "PANTY DROPPING ANTHEM FOR THE SUMMER OF 2016", the song called "So Wett" by Yung Abundance.  Listen to the sensual single here at this link on soundcloud 
https://soundcloud.com/9tenmobb/yung-abundance-x-big-mike-so-wett


 

Hear Tha Unheard Mixtape (presented by h20ur F.A.M.I.L.Y. United LLC & Don Mealz Entertainment)

Front Cover 

All Black Entertainment Magazine is proud to showcase the latest mixtape, and anthology of songs provided by some of the best up and coming yet "unheard" independent artists in the underground music scene today.  This project is titled HEAR THA UNHEARD, a mixtape presented by h20ur F.A.M.I.L.Y. and Don Mealz Entertainment.  

Listen to the Mixtape on DAT PIFF at this direct link 
http://www.datpiff.com/h2Our-FAMILY-United-lls-Hear-Tha-Unheard-mixtape.794488.html

Monday, August 1, 2016

Introducing Jay Arre (Hip Hop Recording artist)




Jay Arre was born in Wurzburg, Germany and spent his childhood in the early 90's growing up in rural Kernersville N.C., where he found his voice.  He began, at an early age, to express himself through poetry, music, modeling, acting, and any other platform his talents would allow.  Dedicating his young adulthood to the arts and his love for music, he quickly realized his passion and built no walls when it came to impacting lives.  Having recently performed at SXSW 2016 (South By South West) and previously shared the stage opening for acts such as Dizzy Wright, Nappy Roots and Wale Folarin of Maybach Music Group amongst others.  After releasing his senior mixtape "State Of The Mind", Jay has begun to dig deeper, covering and expressing layers beyond todays "turn up" theme.  Working relentlessly day and night to reach the world through his creative expression in its originality, #CakeInYaFace (#CiYF) is the stamp; JAY ARRE the name. Connect with the brand & follow the movement on Instagram Or Twitter: @JRCakes336.



Get more updates on Jay Arre at these direct links






INSTAGRAM / TWITTER : @JRCakes336




SOUND CLOUD: www.SoundCloud.com/JayArre 


Check out Jay Arre's Mixtape Series at the direct links below.

Latest MIXTAPE: [State Of Mind] - http://www.datpiff.com/Jay-Arre-State-Of-Mind-mixtape.762043.html