Almost a month ago...

Hey candies,



So almost a month ago, I wrote here...and I didn't look back...literally. This blogging thing had gotten the better of me...and then the day after my birthday, I woke up and all I could think about was Black Daria. I talked to my friend about it, and then I began to read her some of the posts from this blog, to give her an idea of my writing style.



That's when I saw two comments here! (I get happy over things like this). I felt slightly guilty for abandoning my post, feeling that maybe this wasn't my thing, even though I hadn't given it a fair shot...so when I started Black Daria, in a sense I was starting over...but then I thought, how can I turn my back on this? Even if I only have 32 posts the whole year, should I just walk away from PG and move forward with Black Daria?



And then I thought of the missions of both blogs...while both tap into my humorous side, Black Daria allows me a sense of creativity, while Priceless CandyGirl brings me back to the roots of where this whole thing began.



And so, until I really figure things out, I will probably post "real-talk" here, while immersing myself in Black Daria on the other side of the web (hmmmm, are there sides of the web?)



That said, I'd like to take a moment of silence for Eartha Kitt.


I remember when I was in high school, I started taking a great liking to black dancers, and was fueling my thirst at Alvin Ailey after school on a partial scholarship. I decided to go to the library one day, and I found an awesome book of black performers, people like Carmen de Lavallade, Geoffrey Holder and Lena Horne. I remember getting to Eartha Kitt's page thinking to myself, "One day..."

I loved her elegance, grace...her ability to be a chameleon in a world that often made people walk through kitchens before performances...her presence was felt, and I never met the woman.



RIP Eartha Kitt...you were and ALWAYS WILL BE the standard for black performers. Rest in peace.



Photo: Carl Van Vechten, 1952



~PG/NP ;)

Real Housenuts of Atlanta Finale Breakdown

Well, I'd originally given up on these chics earlier in the season, because I saw the ridiculous turn that this "Real Housewives" edition was gonna take, and I didn't like it...but after being caught up one weekend, I became fascinated with just how far these chicks would go for their 5 minutes (my theory is 15 for acting, 5 for reality acting).

Nene

Breaks down Kim at the last supper, thrown by all-around good-girl Lisa, whom I talked briefly about last week on my blog. Seems her drunken rant regarding Kim's career was not all untrue, as Dallas Austin happens to be one of MY facebook friends...and his last comment on his Facebook page was "wow! Someone is really fucking with my profile! They obviously don't want it out that I AM NOT REALLY WORKING WITH KIM "THE HOUSEWIFE" of ATL!!"

Kim

This "29" year-old mom is no longer dating her "Big Poppa" who according to one of my favorite blogs, RHYMES WITH SNITCH, that his name is Lee Najjar and he was not quite divorced from his current wife...I smell Stripper with this one...just don't care for her at all...especially her comfort in saying things like "I'm not going to the barbeque so I can see NeNe and just eat chicken...ha!" I know you have kids, so I am trying to be as nice as possible, but you really need to get it together. Your 7-year old has more clothes than all the West African kids who live in my building (counted 15 of them as of February '08).

DeShawn

Seems to bask in the glory of instigating, or maybe she's really sweet at heart. Her marriage to Eric Snow makes me throw up a little in my mouth...but that's OK. Her disaster, I mean fund raiser event for her foundation went on my top list of "When Events Go Wrong"...it has nothing to do with the fact that you clearly know nothing about fund raising, but the overall idea was just undone...hopefully the next one she plans she will read a book or something, cause she will have better luck with a book than with some of those "wannabe" event planners and such who were "helping" her...right.

Sheree

This chick gets under my skin, mainly because she's just so...boring. Besides the fact that she has nothing to talk about besides her 7-figure settlement she's working on, her obsession with only her looks and clothes just is...so fucking 7th grade to me...do you have something else to talk about besides what someone is wearing? And her fashion line attempt? Another disaster...when you are getting your samples dropped off the DAY BEFORE your "viewing" (still trying to figure out what that is, exactly) but you didn't buy the fabric, you don't sew...need I go on here?

Lisa

I don't have too much to say about her, because I think she's the best out of all of them...should have been 5 of her on this show...she's passionate about life, and a good representation of what it truly means to bounce back, because anyone who was married to Keith Sweat automatically bounced back from something.

The Last Supper

The kids were invited, but I am not too sure why, because I had a feeling the conversation would get heated. Low and behold, Lisa opens the floor for dialog. I think Sheree started with something insignificant (usual fanfare), Nene chimed in on her years of "knowing" people, etc...then Kim follows, but ends by saying it's been a shame how things have happened...Nene interjects, and thus, we are shown that Kim never called Nene to ask her about what she said and the context...allowing others to overwhelm the situation...and Gregg, her husband, who looks like he has on Sears finest, chimes in with words that they should all heed to regarding friendships...freaking high schoolers on Gossip Girl handle things with more tact than these womenkids.

And now, onto the Finale! See my next post...coming up soon!

~PG ;)

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Lindsay thinks we are still "Colored", $3.00 for the train (NO), and other things you may have missed in the last day or two...

Where do I begin? Sorry about yesterday, I got a little caught up, and I didn't really have too much to say, but I have a story to tell about what I'd like to call the Obama effect...

I went to my usual Starbucks on 45th Street and later during a trip to the cafeteria, realized I didn't have the card. My initial thought was I left it in a coat I'd had on earlier that morning to pick up my dry cleaning, but I realized that I hadn't after I cursed out the dude at the cleaners (he should not have said he had the card; of course I didn't realize that until I called my friends at Starbucks). Apparently a good samaritan found the card outside of the store and brought it in to them!

Viva la Obama Effect! Now, onto the hot topics:

$3.00 PER TRIP = HIGHWAY (OR UNDERGROUND) ROBBERY






You know, I am fully aware of the state of this economy, but this is a bit much...how can one propose a full dollar hike after only one year? Again, things are bad, but seriously, as one of my facebook buddies said, I will walk EVERYWHERE when I can to avoid paying extra money for the wrongs of the NYC MTA officials...this is insane and I hope the Straphanger folks are going to get all up in the MTA's ass for this one.

PULL YOUR PANTS UP FOR YOUR CLOSE UP...

Occasionally when I am with my mom, she ALWAYS hits me on my arm when she sees a young man like the one in this story who is getting arrested because they thought that they were robbing a grandpa, but dude ended up turning out to be Mr. Miyagi. You can indulge yourself here...get a freaking belt!

SUICIDE @ PAULA'S HOUSE

No joking matter, but geez...read here.

FOR "COLORED" FOLKS WHO THINK LINDSEY LOHAN IS TOO MUCH

Can someone get her a teacher on the road please? I believe we've been referring to ourselves as African-Americans for about 30 years now...get it together. Read more here.

JADA AND WILL IN ESSENCE...AGAIN

I feel like they have been on the December cover for 3 years straight already...they are about to be up there with Mo'Nique, who's been on their cover for 8 years (sorry I love Essence, minus the fact that size 8 and below no longer exists to their readers, at least they don't seem to think so...)

Anyways, I think the interview is cool, because you learn alot about how they've made their relationship work after 11 blissful years of marriage. I know, I know...I hear all your rumors starting, but still a lot to learn from this one. However, you'll have to pick up the December issue to check it out...but there are some cool things to view on Essence.com, like the interview with Celebrity Harstylist, Ursula Stephens. Scroll down to the Essence TV portion of the site.

BRIEFLY...

True Jackson had 4.8 million viewers last weekend in its debut spot (via the Daily News)...make sure you catch it on Saturdays a@ 8:30 PM...I know you are too old, but no you are not! :)

Peace,
~PG

P.S. How can I forget today's sponsors? NY Daily News, Essence Magazine, Associated Press, Wikipedia & Starbucks...ain't nothing like a tall Caramel Macchiato to start the day off right! :)

Obamas in the New House, DHL will affect your holiday online shopping...and other things you should know...

New day...stories are coming in slow, so bear with me:

OBAMAS HIT THE WHITE HOUSE

The Obamas met with the Bushes to see what their new digs look like, as well as talk about how many policies Obama will overturn once Bush moseys his arse along...you can read about that here.

BUSH IS A FUNNY DUDE

So, he's basically now wants America to know that sometimes he said things that were...just stupid.Sorry I couldn't find a better word. He also talks about his future plans for life after the White House (countdown, baby) and other just tear-jerking sentiments...check it out at CNN.com.

DHL SHUTS IT DOWN...AND YES, THIS AFFECTS YOU, TOO

Only because you may need to think about those cyber purchases earlier...it's also a blow to an already dilapaded city...read more here.

JURY IS STILLOUT ON "HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA"...

However, I learned a new fact: Lisa, the housewife married to NFL Player Ed Hartwell (quoted as former but still playing on the show, at least to the episode I am up to) was married to Keith Sweat. Now, following mom's rules to always try to say something nice or nothing at all, I say "Gee, she turned out just fine." Read more about that here.

BOY BANDS...FROM THE JAIL CELL AND BEYOND

Remember Lou Pearlman? He's the dude that I would like to credit as the first to initiate the whole "Boy Band" reality show effect via ABC in early 2000...then he got into a couple of messes, and ended up in the slammer, where he sits currently. Well, apparently, you can run a business from jail (I know, you probably didn't know that, and I happen to know some ppl who do). His business? Boy bands! Read about that here.

AND THE NEXT KARATE KID IS...

Jaden Smith! Yep, that's right...Will is getting them immersed early! Read about that here.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

I thought long and hard about this one, because it isn't easy picking ONE song out of a million...but I thought to myself that like this blog, I must return to my roots. This song is poinant in my journey...enjoy!






*I've edited this post because it's important to be fair and smart...you never know how the tables can turn...I will leave it at that.

xoxo,

~PG(I know, but I really like Gossip Girl, so yes, I bit that)

Sponsors today: NY Daily News, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CNN.com...and the other ones I may have forgotten...oh yes, You Tube :)

"Be the Change"

I haven't written on this blog in over a year, but with the dawn of Obama, how can I not write anything?

Without going into to much of "my story" because I want to keep your attention span, I will say that I always felt bad when I couldn't get to my blog everyday, and that soon turned into feeling "inadequate" in the blog world, aspiring the fame some other blogs seemed to have gained with lots of effort and hard work, and certainly not phenoms overnight.

And neither is Obama. This man slept in an alleyway his first night in NYC as a Columbia student. Some phenoms don't happen overnight...they take time to blossom.




The alleyway Obama slept in on 109th Street, Harlem... (Source: NY Daily News)


With that, the rebirth of the Priceless Candygirl view begins...again! It never really ended, I've just had enough time to observe the landscape further and figure out my place in this blog world. My intent is to ensure that with determination, I'll reach the goal of daily blogging...and make it "whatever I like!"

AMERICA WATCHED BARACK GET HIS....EVEN THE RACISTS!

According to Nielsen ratings, over 71.4 million people watched the results, compared to 59.2 million in 2004 when Bush and Florida robbed Gore for the win. Yes, I said robbed...

What will the Obama dollar look like? And what's the dog's name going to be? Since Obama is Renegade, Michelle is Renaissance, and Sasha and Malia are both Rosebud and Radiance...will the dog be...Redemer? All we know is one of the little ladies is allergic, so it will likely be a terrier, or a dog that has long hair that doesn't shed.

And how cute is it that Barack and Michelle went on a date this Saturday? I heart them...don't nobody talk bad about the OBAMAS.






THE PARTIES LEADING TO THE DEBATE

I need to take a minute to talk about the mess that was last's week's Russell Simmons' HSAN "I AM C.H.A.N.G.E." event. I am not sure if by writing this, it will get me banned in the future, but oh well...after three different e-mails with a final confirmation, I got to the red carpet with a person who's name will not be mentioned, to madness.

Thank goodness L. Londell McMillian (he just bought The Source if you haven't heard) was there...but there was another publicist whose name will also go unmentioned (Starts with a B and ends with a C, if you know what I mean) who also said "this is madness, people keep calling my name to get them in and I can't help them..."

To test his theory, I said his name, and sure enough...he ignored me! Nonetheless, we made it across the red carpet just in time, as I heard Russell's handlers talk about he was on his way, so make sure things were ready...

And ready, they were not...who picks Home for any type of fundraising or community organization to do an event? Then the tables were in the fishbowl view, so Spike's wife (oh Lee, sorry, can't act like you know people, they get their feelings hurt) felt it necessary to let us all know that was her husband, even though I just wanted to introduce the person whom I was "media escorting" for the night...along with his new "publicist" who didn't know about this event, but whom I was also responsible for getting into the event...fun times.

I'd also like to state that this event also let me know how done I am with this fake world...here's a newsflash:

-start of newsflash-

You are blessed...be humble, approachable, and stop acting like you are Obama, please :)

-end of newsflash-

If you want to see pictures, check the other blogs. I don't feel like wasting time looking for the pictures for the mess that event was...I know it wasn't anyone's fault in particular, but is it ever?


CHEESESTEAKS FOR OBAMA

So I came up with an idea to donate my time after an eager DJ approached me wanting to do an event in NYC...of course, like many DJs he wanted to be paid, but a friend approached me with a great opportunity to do future "paid" events if we were to pull this one off first for free. So the Obama Cheesesteak jump-off sounded cool!

By the end of the week, this lamer decided that by Saturday, he'd call to cancel...because he got a paid event...I was confused because initially none of us were looking to get paid, and we all knew the payoff...but instead, some of us just come up with loser tatics, like cancelling at the last minute.

So after I deleted his number, I hit Bazooka Joe, who was down for the cause. We had a fun night, but unfortunately, I can't say too much more because I refuse to give the artist, who the event was engaged around, any shine, as he came 40 minutes before the event ended...I love the old school rappers who thinks everyone is waiting for them...yeah, you too.

TRUE JACKSON, VP SHINES FOR KEKE PALMER

Well, of course I have to represent Nickelodeon...did you guys watch True Jackson this weekend? I know, you may be too old, but she's a cute 15-year old who gets a job as a VP of Youth Apparel after being "discovered" selling sandwiches in the hallway of Mad Style (her new place of employment). The critics are buzzing, and I feel like this is so huge for an African-American female lead...so watch! It comes on Saturdays @ 8:30 PM, and the repeat will be on today at 8:30 PM as well.

That's all for now...toodles! Oh, why I named today's blog "Be the Change" is because someone gave me a notebook last Christmas, and I looked at it recently, thinking about Barack...this post became my first entry...

~PG ;)

Today's blog is sponsored by the NY Daily News, the LA Times, and anyone else I had to grab a story from...is that OK for me to say?

*Sigh...

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Did you wear black today?

Hey all-

What a day! It's been peace walking around and seeing my fellow brothers and sisters in black and knowing why :) I honestly became emotional at one point.

What am I talking about? The Jena 6...please look this up if you haven't already, because the media has been extremely scarce in their reporting of this insane incident.

In celebration of just hearing on Wendy Williams that Mychal Bell will be released tomorrow (he's part of the Jena 6), I'd like to put a video up...a song I listened to this morning on my way to work:




It's not a game anymore folks...please be aware that we are in a police state. I walked from lunch with a friend today to see police (being assholes I might add...I wonder if that's part of the job description) with AK-47's on Broadway and 45th...we asked why and they gave some smart ass answer...I have to remember that most of them are not educated, but you know, I try to not let that factor in my thoughts of a person.

Anyways, hoping you wore black today...I was an avid protester in college and I fully believe in standing for the rights of those whom have been silenced due to the politics of America. Stand up people...the time is now.

Peace,
~NP/PG ;)

The VMA's BEST performance in '08 & Stories of Tasering...

Morning Candies!

Coming into work this morning, I thought about the fact that I haven't put my pics up and how I am getting on my own damn nerves because they are good pics! I then my thoughts back to the VMA's...and my favorite performance of all time on that show.

I am not going to bash Britney, I think the other blogs have done that already, and I know a girl in trouble when I see one...I simply wish her well, and believe that through time she will be back. But KELLY CLARKSON...I just need you to watch this clip. Like, I really thought American Idol was a bunch of bullshit, especially after going to Miami to try out with one of my old high school friends a few years ago. But then I saw this performance, and I knew that she was one to reckon with:



Can't deny...she was the baddest bitch that year, hands down...no shoes, totally gangster...

Keeping up with the political times...

I saw this clip on the Today Show. It features a young college student who is basically trying to get up in the ass of John Kerry. He was tasered for asking a very good set of questions. Questions I hope you are asking yourself as we approach another presidential election. The bottom line is this: they'd like (you can decide for yourself who "they" are) you to believe that you shouldn't care about voting, but remember, it's a trick. People, black, white and otherwise MARCHED and DIED for these rights. I really get aggravated when I hear young black men say "F dat son, I ain't votin..." Maybe I understand your frustration, but I've never been one to not try to make a difference. Will voting make the difference?

It's a start.

Peace,
~NP/PG ;)

R.I.P. Tupac :(

I know, I know...horrible with the blog postings right now...

Anyways, while I figure out where I can jack a USB cord to upload my pics from my Vegas trip, along with time to actually watermark them so they aren't jacked, please view the video from one of my favorite rappers whom just celebrated a birthday (has it really been 10 years, PAC?)

R.I.P. to a true prophet gone way too soon...




Please excuse the wacky start to the video, I don't know why that girl is sitting there like that...just get to the video, and listen to the words...

Peace,
~NP/PG ;)

Hard to forget that day...

It was my third month at a PR firm not too far from the UN, and I was sinking so low...it was a challenge to keep up with all my work, and it seemed like it couldn't get any worse...that morning, I'd gotten to work early, because we had clients flying in from Boston, and I didn't want to fuck something else up.

As I went to begin setting up the conference room, I almost dropped the copies I had in my hand. I looked and saw the fire...but I thought "...there is a restaurant in the WTC, it must be that...but how are they going to put that fire out?"

Within a few more minutes, both Tower 1 and 2 of the World Trade Center were gone...and I was getting nothing but a rapid busy signal when I tried calling both my mother and stepfather.

Minutes later, an announcement was made over the loudspeaker, asking that employees come to the largest conference room they could find. Amidst the confusion was a woman, being comforted by a VP of HR, whom I was told later that her husband worked on the 97th floor...I can't remember which tower...

On the street were cries of anger, desperation, and dazed glares. Looking down 5th avenue, the landmark I loved was now gone...within a month, its absence would make one believe it never even existed.

I won't forget that day...I hope you don't either. Today's post is for the people whom we lost on September 11, 2001. May your spirits live through your families, and through ordinary people...like me. The spirit of New York lives through...and this will always be my city :)

Peace,

~NP/PG

Viva Las VEGAS!

Hey peoples-

I do need to talk to you about the Kedar Massenburg event at the Porche dealership the other day (extremely sexy party) as well as the Diet Pepsi launch of their new design...but I gotta get ready for the VMAs! Yes, I will be on the scene and letting you know all the backend stuff.

I do want to thank Nik (ANTM) for taking time to talk last night (she's a sweetheart) as well as Melyssa Ford on Wednesday...but we will talk more about that later...

So sit tight...because whatever happens in Vegas will certainly NOT stay in Vegas if I am around...and as promised, it will be strictly concious gossip.

In the meantime, check out this new reality TV show that Dawn from En Vogue and her hubby are putting down...clips that make you say...ummm...I don't really have any words right now, I need to think about this one.




Peace kids...have a safe weekend!

~NP/PG ;)

Dreadlocks and Glamour don't seem to mix...

Hi Candies-


OK...so I got this e-mail last week regarding an article on the law firm Cleary Gottlieb, and I almost lost my mind...apparently, Conde Nast is on some real bullsh*t, and seeing how I deem myself a whistleblower...


Dreadlocks and Afros...the tried and true argument that my mom and I have had since I cut all my hair off back in '95. I was tired of the "process"...getting burned, curling my hair...I mean, I just didn't have time for all that between my curriculum at LaGuardia, and the other one at Alvin Ailey...so I chopped it all off.


Fast forward to 2000, as I began to "hit the pavement" in search of that coveted job that would prove that piece of paper worth something...as I walked out the door one day, like many days, my mom would say "You can't get a job with an AFRO!" You have to excuse her, as she comes from the days when that might have been true. Well little did I KNOW...these days were like...just the other day (I knew this, but was disturbed to actually see this article in print)


Apparently, a genius (I am totally being sarcastic in case you were wondering) editor from Glamour magazine was asked to do what was supposed to be a fun and relaxing presentation on what to wear to work in corporate America...it slowly turned into a nightmare when the first slide featured women whom had dreads and afros...you can read the full article here.

The best part is that no one seems to know who this biatch is who came there...and calls to Glamour were answered with "Cleary who?"

I remember when I first graduated, I went in for an interview as a floater at Conde Nast. I thought it would be a great way to figure out my place in publishing. The first interviewer liked me a lot, but said she needed her boss to "look at me" before she could decide. I thought the words were interesting..."look at me" as opposed to another interview. I walked into her office and she gave me the Miranda look (catch up to The Devil Wears Prada...Glenn Close is the bitch in that movie, with respect when I say that) and said "OK. Thank you." She said nothing else, so I asked what was the next step. She told me that they had other people, blah blah...I knew what the science was though...

So...here are the list of publications that need to be boycotted ASAP until these MFers figure out who the genius editor was who thought her presentation was sooooo cute:

Vogue
W
style.com
Glamour
Allure
Self
Teen Vogue
Flip.com
GQ
Details
Men's Vogue
men.style.com
Architectural Digest
House & Garden
Brides
Modern Bride
Elegant Bride
Brides.com
Lucky
Domino
Cookie
Golf Digest
Golf World
Golf for Women
Vanity Fair
Gourmet
Bon Appétit
epicurious.com
Condé Nast Traveler
concierge.com
Wired
Wired.com
Condé Nast Portfolio
Portfolio.com
The New Yorker

Shout out to the sisters still at this firm...somebody's ass would have gotten beaten that day. Word.

Good stuff to come...stay tuned...

~PG/NP ;)

OK, I figured out...

Hey Candies-

Remember a few weeks ago, I posted the Forbes list of wealthy rappers? This quote stood out to me, but I couldn't figure out why I had an issue with it:

"Despite its roots being connected from the underground and connected with criminality, hip hop has become corporate..."

Then I started walking, and said "OOOOOOHHHHH!" Like, wouldn't this be the same description for those whom already work in corporate America, the fulton fish market (please mafia, I am just a little black girl so don't) or President Bush himself? I mean, I've seen it...these junior and senior level execs expensing things they KNOW they have no business expensing...procurement, which clearly is another form of rape without sexual contact...

Whatever. I would have just rather Hip Hop Weekly report this...

Over it.

Be back soon...got some more sh*t for ya...and this one is good...

~NP/PG ;)

Remembering Aaliyah: 1979-2001

I'll never forget that Sunday morning back in August. My boyfriend at the time, who was working overtime that weekend, called me early and was like "Yo, Aaliyah died yo!" I immediately told him to stop playing and that shit was not funny. I then turned on CNN, and the fear in my heart was revealed in a cumbersome way.

Later that week, I walked from my PR gig at the time to her memorial at Cipriani a few days later, which happened to be about two blocks away. I dedicated my lunch hour, and it took maybe 45 minutes just to get inside. It was as if you were at the actual homegoing, and it very thoughtfully done, as well as great closure for those who couldn't understand just why this happened to such a promising force in entertainment.

Aaliyah: Wherever you are in heaven, know you are always thought of...from your song popping up in my iTunes shuffle, to a picture of a new young hopeful, I've always modeled myself with the notion that 'beauty lasts a while, but charm lasts forever.' (Coco Chanel)

With that, I present my post, with a special dedication to Ms. Aaliyah Dana Haughton.



~NP/PG ;)

A very LOADED Post on a Friday... (originally written 8.24.07)

Hey candies-

What a week! I wanted to be here more often as I promised, but I started a new freelance assignment in a different department at MTV and was busy ALL day! Monday and Tuesday, however, I really just wasn't in the mood. I was off those days but I was a little 'tudish (when I have a attitude) so I didn't bother. Plus I only have maybe 5 people reading this rag via blog, so really, I didn't think it would matter...but that's not how winners think, so thus, I present today's post.

Let's start with a video or two to reminicse. Today's pick is none other that Tevin Campbell...OK, I hear you (no you did NOT go there NIC!) Let's keep it funky though...the following songs will forever be favorites:



This was Tevin's first release as a solo artist. I double checked mP3.com to make sure I was right, and the quote goes "It's assured that Campbell first came to the notice of music fans just after his 11th birthday in late 1989 when he appeared on Jones' LP Back on the Block and was featured on "Tomorrow (A Better You, Better Me)," which hit number one on the R&B charts in June 1990." Also, you'll notice a cameo by none other than the "girl who went upstairs to her room and never came back down" chickie from the hit sitcom Family Matters (hint: she's singing in the choir).

Hmmm...Quincy Jones and young black boys has never really been a great combination; just ask Michael Jackson. So it was no surprise of course when he ended up outing himself in Sister2Sister magazine in 2000 or 2001 by stating he was trisexual, meaning he'd try anything at least once. The sexy young boy I fell in love with on the playground in the 6th grade was slowly diminished. Damn.

Ah, well...moving on:



I love this song too. Damn Tevin, why?

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Solange Knowles and the Spotlight

My boy was handling coordination of the guest list for this event, so I inquired about interview Solange. Here's the e-mail:

from XXX Events Aug 17 (7 days ago)
to nicole price
date Aug 17, 2007 5:49 PM
subject Re: RSVP for Tuesday's Showcase/Interview Request
mailed-by gmail.com

Hi Nicole,
I've put you on the guest list for the event but i'm not sure if you will have interview time with Solange. I've forwarded your request to our publicity department and they will review it and get back to you ASAP.

-FIN-

So I wondered...why would she pass up press? I mean, I know I am just some random blogger/publicist/writer/jack of many trades, but it's my thought that bloggers hold more power than people would like to think (and some think they are now THE SHIT, but I will save that for another day when I feel like being a bitch).

And then the reports started coming in...I didn't go because I just wasn't feeling that day AT ALL...it had been raining since Sunday; the stars just weren't aligned for such an affair. Vivica's party was the same night, as well as Swiss Beatz (whom I've written about on this blog before).

Solange + Singing = ??????

Look I wasn't there...but I guess this is what I think. I think she's pretty, has really grown into her looks since first seeing her appear as a dancer on the DC tours back in early 2000...I do remember seeing her solo performance during that time...it was a dance routine, sort of Martha Graham or Lester Horton inspired.

Well...Martha Graham it was NOT. But she was a kid, so she got a pass. Then she released that album that no one knows the name of...I mean...here's my point. I think it's great that Bey and those two or three girls, depending on the season, built the empire. But I guess it's like when you are raising children. They are unique, so each has their own gift...I'm thinking there are way too many YES folks around her...

Vivica's Super Sweet 40-something B-Day

Unfortunately, I didn't go to Viviva's bday, but I heard the outside was sheer madness...Ra-Fael Blanco held this illustrious affair, so I know it was in good hands...however it just wasn't in me to go...therefore I can't talk about it, but I can say that Vivica looked her age and I was happy about that. No booty shorts circa the MTV VMA's '05...*wiping forehead*

Jonathan Jaxson and Gay Hollywood

I saw this dude's link via Mediatakeout.com, so of course I indulged myself...I thought it was interesting that he'd outed so many black people, and I returned the next day to see he'd updated the list with some lesbians (both black and white).

My thought was: Word? Dayum. I really have nothing more to say about this...he's accurate on a few, though...for example, he mentioned one actor whom I heard was at a swinger's party getting it in the....from not one but two different MEN throughout the course of the evening and this was no less than 3 weeks ago (NO I WAS NOT THERE DAMN YOU!) Smile now...and sorry, no hints. I like him so I was saddened by the news, just cause I am like dude if you are gay...actually I will give it away if I go there.

The information was valid, as I know this person to be a swinger promoter for some years now. There are others whom I've heard random tales from friends in the industry. It's just funny this is coming from a gay white dude...even HE KNOWS that black folks are the heart and soul of real dough...I'm positive the traffic since MTO talked about it has been BIG.

I also wonder if some celebs and exec's were scared to see if there name was on there, especially if they aren't outwardly practicing their sexuality. Either way, I am really over the fascination of people's sexual histories. Unless YOU are sleeping with these people, why do you honestly care? I've been around Gays and Lesbians my whole life, especially while being a student at LaGuardia High School of the Arts...guess I am just over it.

Peace folks...

~NP/PG ;)

Manic Mondays

Mondays can be so weird...you are either looking forward to the week or you aren't. I must say, some interesting parties will be going down this week, as well as a few showcases I will be talking about. In the meantime, since I've taken a look around and see that real news seems to be more appropriate to read, take a look at the following stories...but I did throw a little gossip fun in there for all you fiends.


Hurricane Dean: It's the storm that's ripping a whole new...you know, into the Caribbean and now heading towards Mexico. You can find full coverage at CNN.com.


Leona Helmsley dead at 87: Wow. Read here.


Star Jones Rises Again: Her new show will air on Court TV today at 3:00 PM. I wonder if anyone cares...no, seriously. I say that because I just wonder if people are really looking for her or anything. I think we are all over The View, and we know it's not the same, meow, meow, meow...read more about it in the Peach Buzz.


And the Fashion Week lineup is listed here.


So until later, have a very boring Monday...I guess this would be a good time to write proposals for new clients or something...


~NP/PG ;)

The iPhone Bill...PRICELESS.

Not as handy as the hot ass phone...


Check out this video: My first iPhone Bill!



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The Reality of Reality TV, Vanessa Simmons debut on the Soaps & Notable Quotables

It's FRIDAY!

NOTE: I made a mistake on my last blog grammatically...I don't really have time to look for it, but I just wanted to say that since I try to be on point with that...I need to start referencing my AP Stylebook...eh, I will start next week.

OK, on to the goods:

So...on Wednesday, I headed down to M1-5, where Salt & Pepa were filming some scenes for their new reality TV show coming to VH-1 on October 15 (right around Hip Hop Honors). The show features the ladies (including Spinderella) and focus on where the ladies left off after an untimely break-up (but maybe timely) in 2002.

My colleague, Kim Harris of Painting it Red and I were walking up to the spot when we noticed the cameras. It looked as if they were trying to capture something, so we stayed back for a while to let them do what they do...

Then we hear "Action!" followed by "She's grown, she can go home on her own!" Salt then walks away...I look at Kim and go, "Huh?" Then I hear "Cut!" I then remember that these things are scripted...but Pepa was a bit much...maybe that's how you have to do it for TV though...

So then we walk inside and they give us the look I like to call the "Celebrity Glare." This is when you make no eye contact, even though someone is clearly looking for you to say hello. Hmmm...I smiled and kept walking...f' it...but I honestly think it was just one of those "in the zone" moments. However, I'd like celebrities to check that shit at the door, because frankly, you aren't much without fans and it's ok to look into someone's eyes. That's more than a enough...and a smile is just, well...Priceless ;)

Other attendees included Dana Dane, who informed me that his b-day is September 5, DJ Ralph McDaniels, the Awesome 2's, Big Ced, DJ Wiz and Kim Cooper (BET, former EIC @ The Source). Ohhh...and CHUBB ROCK. Yep. Kinda light in there, but fun times nonetheless.

Spindarella, DJ Wiz, Pepa and Salt, M1-5 (courtesy of Universal Concepts Photoography)

We headed to APT because we heard Q-Tip was spinning...but when we got there, an influx of people were outside, meaning it was packed inside, and suddenly the "I'm Over It" feeling came so we bounced.

OK, enough of the parties and stuff, onto the News:

Forbes says Rappers are DOING it!

Forbes says Rappers are the new Millionaires. "Despite its roots being connected from the underground and connected with criminality, hip hop has become corporate," says Lee Goldman, Forbes Editor. I'm gonna think about that one. Seems that the endorsement game is what is contributing to these riches, as albums are no longer the milk...

Anyway, the top five cash cows are:

1. Jay-Z @ $34 million

2. Fitty @ $32 million

3. Diddy @ $28 million

4. Timbaland @ $21 million

5. Dr. Dre @ $20 million

You can read the article here. (Right-click to view stories; Source: Daily News)

MaryJane, MaryJane...

First, they started that awful (yes, I said awful) lie about Marijuana leading folks to psychosis. Here are some more interesting pot stories for you:

Method Man Ends Pot Probs: My favorite quote in this article is "He's never been in trouble with the law before. This is a guy who flies in the face of all stereotypes about rappers." Why is that funny to me? Anyway, read here. (Source: Daily News)

High School...literally: Read here. (Source: Daily News)

Moving on...

Simmons Kid on your "Stories"...

Vanessa Simmons starts her new career as Soap Opera actress on Tuesday as "Lola" on Guiding Light, according to "Soad Dish" (Daily News). I never watched that show, but I like her spirit, so hopefully I will get a chance to check it out on SoapNet. They repeat the daytime shows at night...I used to do "Days" but haven't really done that in a few...I'm more into paternity tests Tuesdays on Maury...

I'm done for now, but I will leave you with the following quote:

"Blogs tend to give you about 98% false information...bloggers tend to be lonely people obsessed with other people's lives..."
-Karrine Steffans, via her Video Diaries, Karrine.com.

I am really striving for my blog to not be thought about this way...I know you are saying "Who cares what she says, she's a whore!" I would say businesswoman, but maybe not in traditional formats we may be accustomed to...She has a point though...like seriously, some of these blogs do need to stop (and you know who you are). For example, you must be careful when talking about people you do not know...but we talked about this yesterday...it's the irony of fame. Either way, if you are gonna throw stones, be sure to be ready for some flying rocks coming your way, or you'll find yourself being hung out to dry. Trust me ;)

Special thanks to Kenya of Universal Concepts for the pics...I don't need to jack nobody...and I'd prefer not to...

Kisses,

~NP/PG

P.S. To the hater who had all those jokes, do me a favor...I am not into hiding, so don't make cowardly remarks without showing your face. Have a fabulous day! ;)

DJ Priceless & A letter to Foxy...

Sup candies!

Last night after my gig, I stopped by the Hennessy "Art of Mixing" party at Pacha...I think it's the old Sound Factory which I spent all of 7 minutes in when it was open...just wasn't my scene. Pacha is alot sexier...and for the evening, we had a dancer on the elevator, which led us to the lair of mixing...

My only issue is it was a "House, Indie Rock & Mashups" party...I'm OK with all music (even folk) but I guess sometimes I am just in the mood to hear cursing and what not. I know, ignorant, but still a good release...however, I wasn't completely mad...just wasn't dancing, ya know?

Anyways, it wasn't as completely packed as my client, Tyson Hall (www.tysonhall.com), said it was when Cornerstone did the same event at PM a few months back...I call it the Beverly Bond effect. To me, certain parties just aren't parties without certain DJs...my top 3 right now for NY parties?

1. D-Nice: He's the DJ in your head...just knows how to throw on the right tune at the right time.

2. Stretch Armstrong: Back in '98 @ ReBar, now demolished to make room for more expensive condos, was the place to be on a Tuesday night. Big Frank and Roland (both promoters in NYC) would see the likes of celebs mixed with regulars in a very cramped spot...but for Armstrong, it was worth the trip.

3.Beverly Bond: She's just a girl's DJ...she looks real sexy for the dudes as she spins, but her plays are for us.

Moving on...

I had the unfortunate task of buying today's Daily News and Ms. Foxy Brown once again adorns the cover. Seems she got into a little argument with a neighbor and displayed the Naomi Campbell effect by smacking the chick with her Blackberry. Funny thing is, I saw this article in an African Business magazine about the purpose of their Blackberry's...wonder what Foxy's ad would look like? Anyways, read

here. (Right click to open to a new window).

Seems it's time for a letter:

Dear Foxy:

Sup ma? Saw you at that mess that they called the Urban something awards at the Hammerstein Ballroom...I was the one screaming your name somewhere in the middle of the audience, cause I couldn't believe you were there.

OK, I will get to the point. You do realize that this little incident is gonna have you on the Lil' Kim program, right? And I don't think you'll be able to pull those antics in jail...although, I could never see you being someone's...well, bitch.

Either way, good luck with this. I mean, since you just signed that deal with Koch and all, I think you could probably just go ahead and do one of those infamous "Rap Over Phone" albums...

Respectfully Submitted,

Priceless Candygirl

In PR Stunting News:

Books are the new pink (why hasn't this always been a good look?) Apparently, having a Lindsay Lohan or Poshy Spice Girl carry your book causes folks to run to the bookstores...don't believe me? See here.

More to come...

~NP/PG ;)

New day, New Post...

It's been a while since I wrote, and there are a lot of reasons. First off, I was completely scared after a series of events which I hate to say it, but I actually started it and it was all my fault. It resulted in me needing to walk away from the whole blog game...I wouldn't visit gossip blogs for over a month!

I often read other blogs I like, and I make comments. Those who know me know I am extremely sarcastic, and a smart ass...but I am a sweet lady. I just like being a bad girl sometimes, and I get carried away...well, not only did this bite me in the ass, but it taught me a lot about the folks like yourselves who sit and read these things on a daily basis.

It's a battle for me because I indulge in gossip and blogging. As a publicist, I have to know what's happening...my insight and inner circle keep me abreast of things, and I CHOOSE to not talk about these things, but sometimes I do...especially if I have knowledge on the matter.

For example, a partner of mine went to Turks and Caicos about two weeks ago, and saw some things that for lack of a better word, conflict accounts made on numerous blogs (if you recall, Turks and Caicos is where a very popular prime minister and his wife live...and I will leave it at that).

So, me being the person I am, I may make a comment...there are people that I may not know on a "talk on the phone" basis, but I know them because they may always see me with my partners, or we have some connection. So, I may say things like "Kelis is a nice girl..." Kelis is a person who I went to high school with, and whom I've had brief conversations...true story: I went to a party to try to talk to her about being her assistant after hearing she needed one on the air...some call it stalking, but I say I am a hustler and a go-motherfucking-getter.

Another one of my gripes on these other blogs are spelling errors, and grammar...not saying I am Webster, but there are dictionaries ONLINE these days...and some programs like FireFox even highlight misspelled words...this doesn't stop certain bloggers, so as a joke I'd correct them...well, apparently these bloggers have feelings...they can dish and can't take...and their groupie "commenters" come to their defense.

Well, I am officially off of my bullshit, and I am back. But how do I make it so I don't become one of them? Have you seen pics of these people? I can't understand how they talk about people when they clearly don't look in mirrors. I am no model, but when I got a look at some of these clowns, I was in shock and awe...like are you serious?

BUT for their defense, I really get annoyed with the celebrities who think they shouldn't be talked about..."We want our privacy..." and all that other bullshit.

Well *Ring Ring*...the clue phone is ringing, so pick this up...don't become a celebrity if you don't want to be looked at or talked about...because it's a part of the business...it's SHOW BUSINESS. If you want privacy, be behind the scenes...k, bitch? Yeah, I am talking to YOU. And you know who you are...

There are some celebs who you'd really never know what the hell was going on with them...take notes. Don't think you can be a Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan...it's nothing to aspire to, unless that is your business. If you want to be the party girl or dude that fucks everyone, get ready because there are ALWAYS consequences...unless you are good at what you do, which means you pay the photographers to not say anything, or you make sure you establish a relationship with these cats so that they will kiss your ass...I see and read these posts ALL the time.

...but even then, just leave it alone...it's all about finding your niche in this business.

So with that...I blog, therefore I am...but I was WAY before the blog...

Stay tuned...and yeah, be a little afraid, too.

And for Nick Cannon fans, I just saw him downstairs at Junior's...I am doing a little stint at MTV this week...he's cute and little, has excellent skin...I want that Louis Vuitton backpack he had on man...it was pretty dope. I didn't say hi for fear of being called a groupie...but Hi Mr. Cannon :)

Smooches and Candy Kisses,
~NP/PG ;)