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Don't despise your humble beginnings...... I must say I thoroughly enjoyed myself this afternoon speaking to the kids & turning up thru music at The Joe Lockett Mentoring Camp. I'd like to personally thank Kim Walker Speights & @joelockettshow again for the extended invitation. #StayTuned #mentor #influencer #realtalk #reallife #summercamp #speaker #artist #tour #lifestyle #picoftheday #pictureoftheday #backdrop #radio #teamwork #dreambig #nevergiveup #mylife #mystory #entrepreneur #businessowner (at Henry Crumpton Recreation Center)

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Rickey Smiley hosts 6th Annual #FunDay @ Birmingham’s Railroad Park

Rickey Smiley hosts 6th Annual #FunDay @ Birmingham’s Railroad Park

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Rickey Smiley hosts 6th Annual Fun Day @ Birmingham’s Railroad Park

People can no longer say “It’s nothing to do in Birmingham!” Nearly every weekend it seems s if there are family friendly things happening throughout the city. Yesterday I had the opportunity to stop by Birmingham’s #RailroadPark to catch Birmingham’s 5th District…

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National Author @AnneByrn talks Cakes & Entertainment at Booksigning

National Author @AnneByrn talks Cakes & Entertainment at Booksigning

I have a confession to make. I have a secret fascination with cakes! I have a few friends who are cake makers by trade and I’m always in awe when I see their artistic and creative expressions. As an entertainment writer, I’ve been trying to find a way to incorporate cake designs etc into my blog for a while. Until recently, I struggled.

National selling author, Anne Byrn was in Alabama at the Boo…

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Comedian Arnez J unify Americans with controversial storyline

Comedian Arnez J unify Americans with controversial storyline

Tonight I had a chance to check out my FIRST Arnez J comedy show. I know you’re probably saying, “What you mean your first time Andre?” lol Well, I’ve seen him on commercials for Comic View and heard his name from time to time, but I guess I’m the only black man in America who never got a chance to catch his performance.

Being the person that I am, initially I sat through his comedy set, taking…

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After being bombarded with one heart-breaking news story after another, I needed an outlet that would allow me to exhale, recharge and to realize the intense power that comes along with this supernatural feeling we call, “LOVE.”

#LoveJonesATL was just that. ~Andre J. Thomas

When I was invited to the widely anticipated event by my friend and The Weekend Show producer, Phil Brazile, I was really expecting to see another typical concert. To my surprise, the concert was far from typical and definitely exceeded my expectations. I have to preface that none of the events I’ve covered this summer for my #CaptureTheMoments Tour has been more timely and relevant than the recent #LoveJonesATL event.

FHENA

I walked in on Atlanta based poet, Fhena giving her emotional message, charging us to uplift our black men and fathers. Inspiring the black men in the audience to hold their fists in the air with solidarity, she encouraged us to respect our fathers due to the fact that their DNA helped to shape the fabric of our existence.

CORIOLOGY

If the suffix ~logy is defined as “the study of”– then it is safe to say, Coriology must refer to the study of the life and career of Atlanta based soul singer, Cori. When violence stole our headlines, Coriology tapped into the chemistry of our souls, meshing the music with our heartbeat for freedom. Coriology elevated the tone of the night with a simple cover of Bill Wither’s “Lean On Me!”

Chris King

Saxophonist Chris King didn’t have much time on the stage, but his impact was very much felt. As his passion for music filled the room, the spirit of love continued to resonate in the atmosphere.

When describing his performance, Atlanta based fashion blogger, Regina Berry said:

“This (performance) nearly moved me to tears.”

  VINCE ASHTON

Young artist, Vince Ashton was definitely unique compared to the lineup. A very proud ATLien at heart, Vince gave us a more relaxed appeal and a feeling of nostalgia with his covers of ATL hits like “Waterfalls” by TLC, “My Love” by Soul 4 Real, and “Before You Walk Out My Life” by Monica. 

Ashton used his music to remind us of the hope that exist when we embrace the fun side of life. A free spirit in every sense of the word, he definitely had the audience ready to groove the night away.

Tuwanna Marie

Having the artistic ambience that Apache Cafe is known for available as her stimulus for creativity, Tuwanna Marie closed the night with inspirational music designed to embody the spirit of love and unity in the community. Unapologetically, her sincerity and dynamic vocal prowess made her performance ICONIC. Tuwanna clinched the high notes that catalyzed emotions in every vein and crevice of our natural beings. 

#CapturedTheMoment with Phil Brazile

After the show, I had the opportunity to capture the moment with my buddy, Phil. Phil and Tuwanna were the hosts and producers of the sold-out event. If this event was a reflection of their skill, then this dynamic duo is definitely one to lookout for in 2017.

Knowing that during pain, our hope lies in unification instead of division. We must be willing to be a friend to our brothers and sisters and not their enemies. 

~ Andre J. Thomas

 Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. You can listen to @AndreTheBlogger on The Joe Lockett Show 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com

#LoveJonesATL showcases the POWER of LOVE After being bombarded with one heart-breaking news story after another, I needed an outlet that would allow me to exhale, recharge and to realize the intense power that comes along with this supernatural feeling we call, “LOVE.” …

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Check out my new article featured in the Birmingham Times.

Check out my new article featured in the Birmingham Times.

Check out my new article featured in the

What a great way to start off my weekend.  While sitting in Starbucks drinking my morning cup of coffee (Caramel Macchiato to be exact lol), I opened the Birmingham Times newspaper and saw the newspaper ran my commentary about Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton.

I attached an excerpt for you guys below.

Purchase the latest edition of the…

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Andre J. Thomas shares inspiring message to Bush K-8 Students

Andre J. Thomas shares inspiring message to Bush K-8 Students

Andre J. Thomas shares inspiring message to Bush K-8 Students

Today I had so much fun speaking to the students at Bush K-8. I was asked to bring brief words during their honor roll  assembly prior to my uncle Jerrell Hendon being the keynote speaker. Taking a line from their pledge, hopefully I was able to motivate the students to continue doing their best in school.

“You see, I know it’s all up…

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Omar Tyree visits Wenonah High School for American Teen Read Week

  Wenonah High School, most commonly known as the “mansion” definitely seems to be the favorite stop for most celebrities when they come to the Magic City. As part of the American Teen Read Week Initiative, Wenonah High School hosted a special assembly featuring the NAACP Image Award winning author.

Known for his best-selling books, Fly Girl, Leslie, and Just Say No to name a few, Tyree engaged the junior and senior student body on a literary journey to help them to appreciate the importance of reading. Tyree used the five key components of literacy (Reading, Writing, Thinking, Visualization, and Application) as his support text.

Keeping the focus of the American Library Association (ALA), Omar Tyree reminded students of the various resources and activities that they engaged in that promoted reading in some form.  Using the storytelling process as part of his message, Tyree also reminded teachers that storytelling can be embedded into their lessons as an instructional tool to increase student engagement and achievement. Ending his message, Tyree explained to the students that whether they are cognizant or not, they read people and things everyday via their body language, assumptions made about them, their descriptions etc.

“No longer should you say, you don’t like to read!” ~ Omar Tyree

In partnership with the Joe Lockett Show Lock N Learn program and Andrejthomas.com, several students received autograph copies of his latest release, “All Access: The Price of Fame!”

Teen Read Week is week-long initiative that took place October 18th to October 24th.

For more information about Omar Tyree, please visit www.omartyree.com

Make sure you guys tune in to The Joe Lockett Show each and every Saturday on 101.1 FM & 1260 AM to hear your favorite Entertainment Blogger dish the latest scoop in entertainment news.

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Exclusive: Jody Watley

Exclusive: Jody Watley  Before Janet Jackson had fans grooving to the beat of “Rhythm Nation,” and long before Beyonce had the world shaking every part of their body trying to keep up to the beat of “Crazy in Love,” fans in the late seventies were captivated by a young vibrant dancer from ChiTown named Jody Vanessa Watley. 

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I think every black kid growing…