Former “American Pimp” Turned Police Accountability Activist Andre Taylor Revisits his Roots with “Many Shades of Dre” Hip Hop Music & Video Project

 

Video - Andre Taylor aka Geogeous Dre, “A Day in the Life” from "Many Shades of Dre" starring comedian Cory Holcomb, with Taylor's wife Dove and his son, Cashanovas-kp.

Seattle, WA - In what might appear to be a major contradiction of sorts, civic activist Andre Taylor is reflecting on his notoriously iconic, urban culture hustler past and bringing back his alter pimp ego, “Gorgeous Dre,” with the release of his new music and video project, “Many Shades of Dre.” Always an outspoken figure, stemming back to his feature in the Hughes Brothers cult documentary film classic, “American Pimp,” Taylor has garnered national mainstream accolades for his work and achievements on the frontline battle for police accountability, most recently concluding his appointment as a “street czar” consultant by the mayor of Seattle. “The Many Shades of Dre,” an unapologetic exploration and dive back to his roots, is a multilayered music and video compilation, marking the evolution of Taylor from the mean streets to his former high-level executive suite.   Taylor has consistently brewed widespread controversy from both the left and right, with many questioning his ability to adeptly stride the road less traveled. From his street reign as a pimp, his transformation as a civil rights contender victoriously taking on the Seattle police department, to the appointment of his city position as “street czar,” while battling and managing family loss and health issues, including a bout with Covid, Taylor continues to rise as a 21st century renaissance man and urban legend. Married for twenty-three years, his wife, Dove, has stood by his side through it all, even sharing a kidney during a health scare when his failed. A true enigma of sorts, Taylor also boasts a son who graduated from Yale and a daughter who graduated from UCLA among his offspring! There is a strong message in his perceived madness. His current single and video releases, “Like Me,” “Knockin’ Season” and “A Day in the Life” have amassed over six million views across social media platforms. With plans to drop a video with every track from the project, Taylor is determined to make his musical mark and reignite his street ‘cred’ and visibility.

When one is fully acquainted with the back story of Andre Taylor, it becomes clear that it takes more than salty opinions to deter him from his appointed mission to impact, enhance and save lives. With “Many Shades of Dre,” Taylor makes no excuses for his illicit past, boldly recapturing and revisiting his pimp roots. On a musical voyage akin to what supporters are calling, “The Return of the American Pimp,” Taylor makes peace with the fact that it is his maligned origins that paved the road to his rise as a venerated urban visionary.   Like Malcolm X, Andre Taylor rose from the gutter to achieve remarkable heights. His father was a pimp and his mother a prostitute. Following in their footsteps was perhaps predestined. A stint in prison saw him retiring from ‘the game’ before catapulting to pop culture fame in “American Pimp,” the groundbreaking film that laid bare the subculture of pimping and pandering.   It was the tragic murder of his brother, Che Taylor, by Seattle police in 2016, that redirected his focus to civic activism. Taylor left Los Angeles for Seattle and founded the nonprofit organization, Not This Time. He began working with other families who had also experienced police related tragic losses and by 2018 had spearheaded the triumphant passing of I-940. An unprecedented initiative, I-940 makes it easier to criminally charge police officers believed to have wrongfully used deadly force.

Taylor has worked relentlessly on a grassroots level to secure recognition and justice for Seattle’s marginalized communities. Not This Time received a city contract for a $100,000 to host a speaker series called 'Conversation with the Streets,' followed by a $150,000 contract positioning Taylor as the city’s consulting ‘street czar,’ securing his expertise to de-escalate tensions and liaison the community and Capitol Hill.   “Not many can comprehend the depth of my life mission,” cites Taylor, a man known for his gift of expression. “I can’t stop to concern myself with continual explanation. When I was in the streets as a pimp, I was public enemy number one. Yet my activism and civic service had others perceiving me as a sellout. My life journey has challenged me to be true to myself and my God, no matter what.”   “Like many successful artists, including Jay Z, 50 Cent and Snoop Dogg, my evolution didn’t start pretty,” notes Taylor. “With ‘Many Shades of Dre’ there will be no more whispering and speculation about my past deeds. I’m laying my life bare, all of it. The man I was is not the man I am today, but the man I was made me the man I am today. Music has always been one of my strongest passions because of its ability to heal through self-expression and I am blessed to embark on this new journey.”

Check out the music and videos for “Many Shades of Dre” as well as the revelations of Andre Taylor on his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/AndreTaylor where you can also experience “A Day in the Life” starring comedian Cory Holcomb, his wife Dove and his son, Cashanovas-kp.   Get involved with “Not This Time” at https://notthistime.global/ .   Follow the many shades of Andre Taylor on Instagram at @realgorgeousdre. (Images: Middle photo - Andre Taylor and wife, Dove. Bottom photo: Andre Taylor and son, Cashanovas-kp.)

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Asianae - "Like Dat"

 

Hip Hop recording artist Asianae is a female rapper on the rise with her new single release, "Like Dat", now available on music streaming outlets worldwide. As a musical artist, Asianae is known for her solid skills on the mic on the live stage and her signature music videos. When it comes to her lyrics and flow,  Asianae’s southern roots set the stage for her movement as a female rapper making power moves with her talent, new music, and commitment to empowering women. According to Digital Journal, she is the visionary and founder of her own women’s empowerment movement, ” The Mermaid Gang”.

Check out Asianae’s new release“Like Dat”. 

Instagram: @theasianae

#MermaidGang

Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion and Son King “Krefiii” Forchion Take the Joint of Miami Higher

 

Miami, Florida – Heir to the Kush throne, King “Krefiii” Forchion, son of cult cannabis figure, Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion, continues to take his new venue, The Joint of Miami, even higher. The upcoming calendar at the marijuana friendly art and music lounge includes celebrity performances by Yohan Marley (grandson of Bob Marley), hip hop legends Raekwon & Ghostface, Keith Murray and rap diva Rah Digga.

Miami, Florida – Heir to the Kush throne, King “Krefiii” Fochion, son of cult cannabis figure, Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion, continues to take his new venue, The Joint of Miami, even higher. The upcoming calendar at the marijuana friendly art and music lounge includes celebrity performances by Yohan Marley (grandson of Bob Marley), hip hop legends Raekwon & Ghostface, Keith Murray and rap diva Rah Digga.   The ‘budding’ 23-year-old is blazing a new legacy for himself as he continues to infuse Miami’s nightlife scene with art, music and weed themed entertainment. The Joint of Miami, located at 2010 NW Miami CT., is lighting it up in the city’s trendy Wynwood Art District. Events are live streamed on Instagram at @getonvolume. Check out the calendar of events below.

10/17/21 - Yoga and Puff 1-3pm, Painting Class 3-6pm, Arts and Craft Market 1-6pm, The Imperials 6-11pm   Friday 10/22/21 - Cynn Sage 9-10pm, Fabi 10:30-11:30pm, Yohan Marley 12-1am, DJ Shorty 1-3am   Saturday 10/23/21 - DJ Alamo 7-10pm, Raekwon & Ghostface live from The Joint 10-3am   Saturday 11/27/21- DJ Epps -Rah Digga & Keith Murray, 10-3am   Nov 30-Dec 4- Hosting The Miami Art Championships

For tickets: Yohan Marley - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joint-of-miami-presents-yohan-marley-live-tickets-185188924057?utm-campaign=social%2Cemail&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing Raekwon and Ghostface - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raekwon-ghostface-at-the-joint-miami-tickets-190613418867 For more information about The Joint of Miami, get lit at https://thejointofmiami.com/   Take a puff with NJWeedman and read all about his continued ‘budding’ adventures at https://linktr.ee/NJWeedman.   Take a tote with King “Krefiii” Forchion at @kingatthejoint on Instagram.

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Visi0n - "Run It Up"

 

Virginia-based Hip-Hop specialist Visi0n has always put an emphasis on creating unique music that dares to be different. In keeping with this ethos, his latest single, 'Run It Up', once again showcases his signature seasoned flow, and intricate, straight-talking wordplay.

Released on September 17, 2021, the track lands on Twonety 20 ViZion Records, Visi0n's very own imprint on the scene. Produced by SamPeezy, 'Run It Up' is musically defined by a tense, 808-laden trap beat that's carried by snappy drums and Vision's seasoned lyricism.

His vocal powerful palette demands attention, with finely curated lines that speak straight to the listener such as "weak will with no ambition" and "more excuses for the time you wasting" underpinning the motivationally raw, in your face wake up call reminding people that their destiny is their own.

"We’ve all been in a place where we just feel stuck. This song is a reminder that if there’s something you want, only you can go out. Don't rely on anybody else to make your dreams turn into reality."
Visi0n

For media inquiries, including interviews and all things press-related, please click https://linktr.ee/thereal_visi0n

BmbJai - "No Lackin"

 Jairice King aka BmbJai (BoutmyBANKroll) is a rising artist from Youngstown Ohio but  moved to Mobile Alabama in 2018 and has been living there & traveling ever since he relocated to Atlanta GA. What makes his different as a person is unlike a lot of ppl that want to rap he that already has the image as well as the talent and the experience.

He's been rapping on and of for some time but now he's taking it seriously. He's ifferent because he already has the audience looking at him and tuned in to his every move on a daily basis. He's different as a artist bc he's already ahead of most. He has the fan base and social media following by himself and he's knowing it’s only gonna continue getting bigger and bigger.

Lastly he's different because he wants this more then anything that’s why he's turning his work ethic up a notch because he knows the life he wants to live and the life he wants to expose his family too. He wants them to be able to live comfortably with no worries He also feels he's different because he's having something to actually talk about substance in his lyrics and telling story’s and real life situations that everyone not just a few people can relate too. That’s how he's different as a person and a artist.

Connect:

https://instagram.com/bmbjai

Cast Mentions Antonio Velaz On Big Brother: Celebrity Edition’ Season 3

 

Who will be part of the ‘Big Brother: Celebrity Edition’ Season 3 cast?

While CBS did confirm that a third season was in the works in September 2021, the network has yet to share any other information about who the Houseguests will be. Viewers will have to wait until the premiere date gets closer in order to find out who the Season 3 cast members are — but that hasn’t stopped some fans from speculating about who they think would be epic contenders. 

Love & Hip Hop Hollywood star Antonio Velaz has been rumored to be a potential contestant. Would be interesting to watch since he has transitioned from reality tv star into a music executive and label partner to 300 entertainment. Survivor alum Rob Cesternino has long been a rumored potential contestant. He currently recaps and breaks down episodes of Big Brother on his series, Rob Has a Podcast. Another celebrity whose name is mentioned ahead of every season is Tiffany Pollard. The I Love New York star has plenty of reality TV experience, and her over-the-top personality often provides for some compelling entertainment.

When is the ‘Big Brother: Celebrity Edition’ Season 3 release date?

Though the wait in between Seasons 2 and 3 has been excruciatingly for diehard fans. Big Brother: Celebrity Edition will debut in the winter of 2022 on CBS. The first season served as a counter program for NBC’s broadcast of the 2018 Winter Olympics. If Season 3 follows suit, then fans can expect the premiere to debut at some point in February 2022.