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The Dream: Single & Sexy for Valentine's Day

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Every year Valentine’s Day events seem to only cater to “couples” ; however this year WGCI held an event at Vertigo Lounge that catered to all the Single & Sexy people. The event was hosted by Loni Swain (WGCI radio personality) with singer songwriter The Dream, as the special guest for the evening. The Dream... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
February 15, 2012 at 7:26 am
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Whitney Houston Looked Well In Her Final Days

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Just days before Whitney’s passing, she attended Kelly Price’s event “Kelly Price & Friends Unplugged” which was an event created by the singer to spark a movement that brings attention to the importance of R&B as a significant artistic genre in today’s music landscape. Whitney showed up in a black form fitting party dress with Bobbi... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
February 13, 2012 at 1:29 am
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Whitney Houston Dead at 48

Whitney Houston Dead at 48
Yesterday afternoon famous singer Whitney Houston was pronouced dead in her hotel room, according to her publicist. Police say the cause of death has been determined unknown at this point. However, many are saying that R&B singer and Brandy’s brother,  Ray J was with her during her final hours. Whitney Houston started her musical journey... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
February 12, 2012 at 7:30 am
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Eric Benet is “The One” [NEW MUSIC]

Eric Benet is “The One” [NEW MUSIC]
Eric Benet is The One… He is the one that makes love with his voice, he is the one that ladies love to look at, and he is the one that you won’t forget when you meet him. I have had the pleasure of interviewing Eric twice before but this interview was extremely different. Eric... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
February 3, 2012 at 12:44 pm
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Soul Train Creator Don Cornelius Dies

Soul Train Creator Don Cornelius Dies
Don Cornelius, television show host and producer, who is best known as the creator of the nationally syndicated dance/music franchise Soul Train, has passed away today. Reports indicate that Don Cornelius committed suicide. Law enforcement assumes this due to evidence of a “self-inflicted” gunshot wound to the head. An investigation is still pending. Don Cornelius started Soul... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
February 1, 2012 at 9:17 am
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Music Legend Etta James Dies at 73

Mrs. James died early Friday at Riverside Community Hospital in Riverside, Calif., of complications from leukemia, according to her manager, Lupe De Leon. She was 73. On January 14, 2011, it was announced that James had been diagnosed with leukemia and was undergoing treatment. She was hospitalized in May 2011 with a urinary tract infection and the blood... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
January 20, 2012 at 10:56 am
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You Better Get Your "Red Tail" To The Theater This Weekend

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Through War With Honor.   Through Adversity With Courage.  Through It All With Each Other.  -http://www.redtails2012.com/   After George Lucas spoke candidly about the struggle of getting the support from Hollywood studios due to this film being an all African American cast, it has become the motivation that many people needed to pack theaters this weekend in support... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
January 20, 2012 at 10:04 am
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Now Introducing: Tenisha Rochelle

Now that I’ve started my own blog it feels good to have control over what I can publish. Every so often, I’ve decided that I will be introducing readers to fresh musical artists, fashion designers, movies….etc. With that be said, this Nashville native has the pleasure of being the first person featured on Just Nekia... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
January 19, 2012 at 9:39 pm
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Fashionably Jeanius: Edward Ark Denim Co.

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Meet Edward Ark…. I am pretty sure many of you do not realize how many talented clothing designers we have here in Chicago. In 2012, becoming a clothing designer has possessed a different title than what we remember. The days where a clothing designer was only defined by your sketch book are disappearing.  Clothing designing has taken... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
January 12, 2012 at 5:46 pm
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Welcome Baby Carter: Jay-Z & Beyonce Welcome A Daughter

While everyone was sleeping last night, Beyonce & Jay-Z said hello to their new baby girl via C-section, according to E! News Online. However,  at this hour many other sites are saying she is still pregnant but recent tweets from Jay-Z’s long time pal Russell Simmons stating “congrats to my good friends Beyonce and Jay-Z.”... Read more »
By Nekia Nichelle,
January 8, 2012 at 8:02 am
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