I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio.

Andre is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

For Immediate Press Release

NENE LEAKES uses Star Power to raise money for kids impacted with #HIV/#AIDS

NeNe Leakes is a proud black sister with absolutely no barriers when it comes to success and living the life of her dreams. Her life in itself is a blessing to millions of people across the world. Over the years, Nene has developed a multi-million dollar brand and despite her busy Hollywood schedule, NeNe continues to use her platform to help those in need.

The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star used her celebrity platform and name to help raise awareness that children are impacted by HIV/AIDS. NeNe Leakes joined Level XIII founder Antonio Brown on stage to donate a $5,000 check to Hero for Children, an Atlanta based non-profit organization.

Last night Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger tag-teamed with The Jena Green Show to capture amazing photos and videos of NeNe showing the world that she still has a beautiful heart. NeNe humility when it comes to her family and extended family (her fans) is world class.

About Andre J. Thomas - Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine , Gumptown Magazine, Beats Bang Blog, Birmingham Times and Swurv Radio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and the Vault Bar & Lounge in Birmingham. Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

Numbers continue to climb with Q Dot Davis & Friends Tour

Very few artists can capture a network of artists that are willing to perform on a concert tour that hasn’t been approved by a major record label. After the success of Chance the Rapper, Q Dot Davis has remained inspired to balance the connections between artists, venues, exposure and revenue.

In the past three weeks, the Q Dot Davis & Friends tour featured concerts in Atlanta’s ritzy Ansley Mall area. Another show was in New Orleans as part of the Indie Gras event celebrating All-Star Weekend. The third leg of the tour found it’s way to Birmingham this weekend at Birmingham's music gem, The Nick Rocks.

This past weekend, Davis was joined by a list of talented artists from the southeast, including Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Bringing their unique flavor and artistry to the Nick Rocks, all of the artists excelled in their respective areas.

Performing on the lineup this weekend were

Multi-talented actor and rapper Brunn Brunn P x Redd Royalty x Vibez x Social Justice Advocate Markus Katwell Cooke x the Christian Kings of Krunk Rapture The Rapper x Cov Raw x Exclusive Video Producer, Ed Hyde x Mr. Pete x 3$E x Conscious rapper Ced Shelton delivered a thought provoking analytical lyrical rap context overlaid by a 90z hip hop beat. Cedd X is definitely ahead of his time musically. Other acts noticed were Dany x Cafe Jones x Jay Larm xTyler Sherbert. Rapper Kenny G surprised fans and took the stage to deliver a rap performance as part of his birthday celebration.

Photo Credits: #andretheblogger

If you’re interested in submitting music for consideration as an opening act, please email Quincy Davis qdotdavisbooking@gmail.com

Andre J. Thomas is the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis. For media inquiries regarding Q Dot Davis, please contact Andre J. Thomas at andre@andrejthomas.com

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

For Immediate Press Release

NENE LEAKES uses Star Power to raise money for kids impacted with #HIV/#AIDS

NeNe Leakes is a proud black sister with absolutely no barriers when it comes to success and living the life of her dreams. Her life in itself is a blessing to millions of people across the world. Over the years, Nene has developed a multi-million dollar brand and despite her busy Hollywood schedule, NeNe continues to use her platform to help those in need.

The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star used her celebrity platform and name to help raise awareness that children are impacted by HIV/AIDS. NeNe Leakes joined Level XIII founder Antonio Brown on stage to donate a $5,000 check to Hero for Children, an Atlanta based non-profit organization.

Last night Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger tag-teamed with The Jena Green Show to capture amazing photos and videos of NeNe showing the world that she still has a beautiful heart. NeNe humility when it comes to her family and extended family (her fans) is world class.

About Andre J. Thomas - Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine , Gumptown Magazine, Beats Bang Blog, Birmingham Times and Swurv Radio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and the Vault Bar & Lounge in Birmingham. Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.

Numbers continue to climb with Q Dot Davis & Friends Tour

Very few artists can capture a network of artists that are willing to perform on a concert tour that hasn’t been approved by a major record label. After the success of Chance the Rapper, Q Dot Davis has remained inspired to balance the connections between artists, venues, exposure and revenue.

In the past three weeks, the Q Dot Davis & Friends tour featured concerts in Atlanta’s ritzy Ansley Mall area. Another show was in New Orleans as part of the Indie Gras event celebrating All-Star Weekend. The third leg of the tour found it’s way to Birmingham this weekend at Birmingham's music gem, The Nick Rocks.

This past weekend, Davis was joined by a list of talented artists from the southeast, including Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Bringing their unique flavor and artistry to the Nick Rocks, all of the artists excelled in their respective areas.

Performing on the lineup this weekend were

Multi-talented actor and rapper Brunn Brunn P x Redd Royalty x Vibez x Social Justice Advocate Markus Katwell Cooke x the Christian Kings of Krunk Rapture The Rapper x Cov Raw x Exclusive Video Producer, Ed Hyde x Mr. Pete x 3$E x Conscious rapper Ced Shelton delivered a thought provoking analytical lyrical rap context overlaid by a 90z hip hop beat. Cedd X is definitely ahead of his time musically. Other acts noticed were Dany x Cafe Jones x Jay Larm xTyler Sherbert. Rapper Kenny G surprised fans and took the stage to deliver a rap performance as part of his birthday celebration.

Photo Credits: #andretheblogger

If you’re interested in submitting music for consideration as an opening act, please email Quincy Davis qdotdavisbooking@gmail.com

Andre J. Thomas is the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis. For media inquiries regarding Q Dot Davis, please contact Andre J. Thomas at andre@andrejthomas.com

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

OJ Howard sponsors back pack giveaway at his high school alma mater.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie tight-end, OJ Howard sponsored a book pack giveaway to for three hundred K-12 students in his hometown. The widely anticipated event the Alabama NFL star a chance to give back to the community that helped supported him from the beginning. Howard remains humble and embraced his fans throughout the day and granting photo-ops. Howard was surrounded by his family for the event.

At press-time, Howard shared hat he hopes to be able to continue the backpack giveaway annually via his O.J. Howard Got Da Juice Foundation. The 2017 NFL first-round Draft Pick further commented,

“No Child Should Attend School without their supplies. I want to start their school year off right!” ~OJ Howard

Howard, a product of small Autauga Academy, a small private Christian Academy. Viewing the small field Howard played on as a kid, I couldn't help but to reflect on the fact that Howard’s success proves that it doesn’t matter where we begin the journey, but where we finish. Howard definitely is an inspiration to other aspiring athletes in his area. Howard has much to live up to and I believe that as long as he remains with his close knit family, he will forever be grounded and remain a hero to millions.

Best Wishes to OJ Howard as he represents Alabama with pride.

#Bloggerlife #Media #AlabamaBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, Grip Magazine, Magic City Radar, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

Reality television became spicy and juicy when Sheree Whitfield captivated audiences with her role on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. The feisty chica has received rave reviews from fans across the world for her no-nonsense, straightforward perspectives on life and relationships.

Whitfield headlined the widely anticipated Natural Hair & Health Expo in Birmingham this weekend and fans of all ages eagerly awaited her section to purchase their autograph copy of her tantalizing new novel, “Wives, Fiancés, and Side Chicks of Hotlanta”

The new book is available at amazon.com on paperback, Kindle, and hardcover.

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

For Immediate Press Release

NENE LEAKES uses Star Power to raise money for kids impacted with #HIV/#AIDS

NeNe Leakes is a proud black sister with absolutely no barriers when it comes to success and living the life of her dreams. Her life in itself is a blessing to millions of people across the world. Over the years, Nene has developed a multi-million dollar brand and despite her busy Hollywood schedule, NeNe continues to use her platform to help those in need.

The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star used her celebrity platform and name to help raise awareness that children are impacted by HIV/AIDS. NeNe Leakes joined Level XIII founder Antonio Brown on stage to donate a $5,000 check to Hero for Children, an Atlanta based non-profit organization.

Last night Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger tag-teamed with The Jena Green Show to capture amazing photos and videos of NeNe showing the world that she still has a beautiful heart. NeNe humility when it comes to her family and extended family (her fans) is world class.

About Andre J. Thomas - Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine , Gumptown Magazine, Beats Bang Blog, Birmingham Times and Swurv Radio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and the Vault Bar & Lounge in Birmingham. Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.

For Immediate Press Release

NENE LEAKES uses Star Power to raise money for kids impacted with #HIV/#AIDS

NeNe Leakes is a proud black sister with absolutely no barriers when it comes to success and living the life of her dreams. Her life in itself is a blessing to millions of people across the world. Over the years, Nene has developed a multi-million dollar brand and despite her busy Hollywood schedule, NeNe continues to use her platform to help those in need.

The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star used her celebrity platform and name to help raise awareness that children are impacted by HIV/AIDS. NeNe Leakes joined Level XIII founder Antonio Brown on stage to donate a $5,000 check to Hero for Children, an Atlanta based non-profit organization.

Last night Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger tag-teamed with The Jena Green Show to capture amazing photos and videos of NeNe showing the world that she still has a beautiful heart. NeNe humility when it comes to her family and extended family (her fans) is world class.

About Andre J. Thomas - Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine , Gumptown Magazine, Beats Bang Blog, Birmingham Times and Swurv Radio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and the Vault Bar & Lounge in Birmingham. Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.

Numbers continue to climb with Q Dot Davis & Friends Tour

Very few artists can capture a network of artists that are willing to perform on a concert tour that hasn’t been approved by a major record label. After the success of Chance the Rapper, Q Dot Davis has remained inspired to balance the connections between artists, venues, exposure and revenue.

In the past three weeks, the Q Dot Davis & Friends tour featured concerts in Atlanta’s ritzy Ansley Mall area. Another show was in New Orleans as part of the Indie Gras event celebrating All-Star Weekend. The third leg of the tour found it’s way to Birmingham this weekend at Birmingham's music gem, The Nick Rocks.

This past weekend, Davis was joined by a list of talented artists from the southeast, including Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Bringing their unique flavor and artistry to the Nick Rocks, all of the artists excelled in their respective areas.

Performing on the lineup this weekend were

Multi-talented actor and rapper Brunn Brunn P x Redd Royalty x Vibez x Social Justice Advocate Markus Katwell Cooke x the Christian Kings of Krunk Rapture The Rapper x Cov Raw x Exclusive Video Producer, Ed Hyde x Mr. Pete x 3$E x Conscious rapper Ced Shelton delivered a thought provoking analytical lyrical rap context overlaid by a 90z hip hop beat. Cedd X is definitely ahead of his time musically. Other acts noticed were Dany x Cafe Jones x Jay Larm xTyler Sherbert. Rapper Kenny G surprised fans and took the stage to deliver a rap performance as part of his birthday celebration.

Photo Credits: #andretheblogger

If you’re interested in submitting music for consideration as an opening act, please email Quincy Davis qdotdavisbooking@gmail.com

Andre J. Thomas is the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis. For media inquiries regarding Q Dot Davis, please contact Andre J. Thomas at andre@andrejthomas.com

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

Thank You to rapper Dae Dae for helping me to congratulate the Wenonah High School 2017 graduating class. I got a chance to briefly tell him about you. I am honored to have watched many of you grow into such amazing young men and women. Please go out into the world and make us proud. Follow your dreams with you vigor and remember #AndreTheBlogger loves each and every one you.

Special Thanks to Entertainment Manager @sheridianHardwick for connecting Dae Dae and I together at the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show.

Feel free to share this video with those who are part of this class.

Videography Credits

Atlanta based rapper and social media heartthrob Rod da God headlined the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show. Young teenage females screamed for the west ATLien as he performed a number of his smash hit singles. After his performance, Rod da God granted photo ops with fans throughout the day and supported a number of his colleagues such as Dae Dae x Kent Jones and Jacques. Rapper Twista showed the young new artists some love and shared words of wisdom about the industry.

For booking inquiries for Rod Da God, please contact Sheridan AKA Hotel at 404.454.8443 or via email at lbmg2008@gmail.com.

Photo Credits - #AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, Magic City Radar, GumpTown Magazine, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

OJ Howard sponsors back pack giveaway at his high school alma mater.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie tight-end, OJ Howard sponsored a book pack giveaway to for three hundred K-12 students in his hometown. The widely anticipated event the Alabama NFL star a chance to give back to the community that helped supported him from the beginning. Howard remains humble and embraced his fans throughout the day and granting photo-ops. Howard was surrounded by his family for the event.

At press-time, Howard shared hat he hopes to be able to continue the backpack giveaway annually via his O.J. Howard Got Da Juice Foundation. The 2017 NFL first-round Draft Pick further commented,

“No Child Should Attend School without their supplies. I want to start their school year off right!” ~OJ Howard

Howard, a product of small Autauga Academy, a small private Christian Academy. Viewing the small field Howard played on as a kid, I couldn't help but to reflect on the fact that Howard’s success proves that it doesn’t matter where we begin the journey, but where we finish. Howard definitely is an inspiration to other aspiring athletes in his area. Howard has much to live up to and I believe that as long as he remains with his close knit family, he will forever be grounded and remain a hero to millions.

Best Wishes to OJ Howard as he represents Alabama with pride.

#Bloggerlife #Media #AlabamaBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, Grip Magazine, Magic City Radar, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

OJ Howard sponsors back pack giveaway at his high school alma mater.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie tight-end, OJ Howard sponsored a book pack giveaway to for three hundred K-12 students in his hometown. The widely anticipated event the Alabama NFL star a chance to give back to the community that helped supported him from the beginning. Howard remains humble and embraced his fans throughout the day and granting photo-ops. Howard was surrounded by his family for the event.

At press-time, Howard shared hat he hopes to be able to continue the backpack giveaway annually via his O.J. Howard Got Da Juice Foundation. The 2017 NFL first-round Draft Pick further commented,

“No Child Should Attend School without their supplies. I want to start their school year off right!” ~OJ Howard

Howard, a product of small Autauga Academy, a small private Christian Academy. Viewing the small field Howard played on as a kid, I couldn't help but to reflect on the fact that Howard’s success proves that it doesn’t matter where we begin the journey, but where we finish. Howard definitely is an inspiration to other aspiring athletes in his area. Howard has much to live up to and I believe that as long as he remains with his close knit family, he will forever be grounded and remain a hero to millions.

Best Wishes to OJ Howard as he represents Alabama with pride.

#Bloggerlife #Media #AlabamaBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, Grip Magazine, Magic City Radar, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio.

Andre is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

For Immediate Press Release

NENE LEAKES uses Star Power to raise money for kids impacted with #HIV/#AIDS

NeNe Leakes is a proud black sister with absolutely no barriers when it comes to success and living the life of her dreams. Her life in itself is a blessing to millions of people across the world. Over the years, Nene has developed a multi-million dollar brand and despite her busy Hollywood schedule, NeNe continues to use her platform to help those in need.

The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star used her celebrity platform and name to help raise awareness that children are impacted by HIV/AIDS. NeNe Leakes joined Level XIII founder Antonio Brown on stage to donate a $5,000 check to Hero for Children, an Atlanta based non-profit organization.

Last night Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger tag-teamed with The Jena Green Show to capture amazing photos and videos of NeNe showing the world that she still has a beautiful heart. NeNe humility when it comes to her family and extended family (her fans) is world class.

About Andre J. Thomas - Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine , Gumptown Magazine, Beats Bang Blog, Birmingham Times and Swurv Radio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and the Vault Bar & Lounge in Birmingham. Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.

Thank You to rapper Dae Dae for helping me to congratulate the Wenonah High School 2017 graduating class. I got a chance to briefly tell him about you. I am honored to have watched many of you grow into such amazing young men and women. Please go out into the world and make us proud. Follow your dreams with you vigor and remember #AndreTheBlogger loves each and every one you.

Special Thanks to Entertainment Manager @sheridianHardwick for connecting Dae Dae and I together at the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show.

Feel free to share this video with those who are part of this class.

Videography Credits

Atlanta based rapper and social media heartthrob Rod da God headlined the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show. Young teenage females screamed for the west ATLien as he performed a number of his smash hit singles. After his performance, Rod da God granted photo ops with fans throughout the day and supported a number of his colleagues such as Dae Dae x Kent Jones and Jacques. Rapper Twista showed the young new artists some love and shared words of wisdom about the industry.

For booking inquiries for Rod Da God, please contact Sheridan AKA Hotel at 404.454.8443 or via email at lbmg2008@gmail.com.

Photo Credits - #AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, Magic City Radar, GumpTown Magazine, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

Wenonah High School Lady Dragons Parade of Champions

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio.

Andre also is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

The scene was the Vault Bar & Lounge located in downtown Birmingham. Around midnight, police escorted Marcell Dareus and his entourage to his private section of the club.

Fans screamed and reached in his direction, hoping for a chance to touch or capture a photograph with their hometown hero.

Full recap posted via Swurv Radio at www.swurvradio.com/nfl-star-marcell-dareus-birthday…/

Photo Credits -

#AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog,

The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio. Andre is also a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

I guess it’s never too late to celebrate our 5A State Championship Winning Team. The format of the 2017 Parade celebrated a number of victories for the school in the areas athletics, fine arts, and Hospitality & Tourism.

The parade welcomed two Grand Marshals, the Honorable Mayor William Bell and Interim Jefferson County District Attorney, Danny Carr.

Celebrity notables spotted in the crowd were Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Contri, Merika Coleman, Deputy Treasure Sherry McClain, Councilors Jay Roberson and Sheila Tyson.

During his victory speech, Wenonah Lady Dragons head coach Emanuel Bell shared that he’s a 100% ally for equality in women in sports. Bell then recognized the WJ Christian Lady Chargers for their recent championship win.

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times and SwurvRadio.

Andre is a contributing blogger for The Stardome Comedy Club and serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis.

You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

#AndreTheBlogger

Thank You to rapper Dae Dae for helping me to congratulate the Wenonah High School 2017 graduating class. I got a chance to briefly tell him about you. I am honored to have watched many of you grow into such amazing young men and women. Please go out into the world and make us proud. Follow your dreams with you vigor and remember #AndreTheBlogger loves each and every one you.

Special Thanks to Entertainment Manager @sheridianHardwick for connecting Dae Dae and I together at the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show.

Feel free to share this video with those who are part of this class.

Videography Credits

Atlanta based rapper and social media heartthrob Rod da God headlined the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show. Young teenage females screamed for the west ATLien as he performed a number of his smash hit singles. After his performance, Rod da God granted photo ops with fans throughout the day and supported a number of his colleagues such as Dae Dae x Kent Jones and Jacques. Rapper Twista showed the young new artists some love and shared words of wisdom about the industry.

For booking inquiries for Rod Da God, please contact Sheridan AKA Hotel at 404.454.8443 or via email at lbmg2008@gmail.com.

Photo Credits - #AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, Magic City Radar, GumpTown Magazine, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

Thank You to rapper Dae Dae for helping me to congratulate the Wenonah High School 2017 graduating class. I got a chance to briefly tell him about you. I am honored to have watched many of you grow into such amazing young men and women. Please go out into the world and make us proud. Follow your dreams with you vigor and remember #AndreTheBlogger loves each and every one you.

Special Thanks to Entertainment Manager @sheridianHardwick for connecting Dae Dae and I together at the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show.

Feel free to share this video with those who are part of this class.

Videography Credits

Atlanta based rapper and social media heartthrob Rod da God headlined the 95.7 Jamz Car & Bike Show. Young teenage females screamed for the west ATLien as he performed a number of his smash hit singles. After his performance, Rod da God granted photo ops with fans throughout the day and supported a number of his colleagues such as Dae Dae x Kent Jones and Jacques. Rapper Twista showed the young new artists some love and shared words of wisdom about the industry.

For booking inquiries for Rod Da God, please contact Sheridan AKA Hotel at 404.454.8443 or via email at lbmg2008@gmail.com.

Photo Credits - #AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is a featured writer for Black Moguls Magazine, Magic City Radar, GumpTown Magazine, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club.

Andre serves as the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis and the official blogger for both Birmingham AFT and the AFT Strategies for Students Success division. You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on Superstation 101.1 FM on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST as part of The Joe Lockett Show on-air team.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

Numbers continue to climb with Q Dot Davis & Friends Tour

Very few artists can capture a network of artists that are willing to perform on a concert tour that hasn’t been approved by a major record label. After the success of Chance the Rapper, Q Dot Davis has remained inspired to balance the connections between artists, venues, exposure and revenue.

In the past three weeks, the Q Dot Davis & Friends tour featured concerts in Atlanta’s ritzy Ansley Mall area. Another show was in New Orleans as part of the Indie Gras event celebrating All-Star Weekend. The third leg of the tour found it’s way to Birmingham this weekend at Birmingham's music gem, The Nick Rocks.

This past weekend, Davis was joined by a list of talented artists from the southeast, including Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Bringing their unique flavor and artistry to the Nick Rocks, all of the artists excelled in their respective areas.

Performing on the lineup this weekend were

Multi-talented actor and rapper Brunn Brunn P x Redd Royalty x Vibez x Social Justice Advocate Markus Katwell Cooke x the Christian Kings of Krunk Rapture The Rapper x Cov Raw x Exclusive Video Producer, Ed Hyde x Mr. Pete x 3$E x Conscious rapper Ced Shelton delivered a thought provoking analytical lyrical rap context overlaid by a 90z hip hop beat. Cedd X is definitely ahead of his time musically. Other acts noticed were Dany x Cafe Jones x Jay Larm xTyler Sherbert. Rapper Kenny G surprised fans and took the stage to deliver a rap performance as part of his birthday celebration.

Photo Credits: #andretheblogger

If you’re interested in submitting music for consideration as an opening act, please email Quincy Davis qdotdavisbooking@gmail.com

Andre J. Thomas is the official publicist for rapper Q Dot Davis. For media inquiries regarding Q Dot Davis, please contact Andre J. Thomas at andre@andrejthomas.com

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

February 26th, 2017

For Immediate Press Release

Chart-topping group, the SOS Band closes out UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball in Birmingham (Exclusive Pictures Inside)

Mayor William Bell and the City of Birmingham hosted the widely anticipated UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball tonight at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center - East Ballroom. Catering to an extremely large audience, the posh masked gala gave attendees a chance to hear from host committee members, honorees, and UNCF scholarship recipients. All shared the importance of having UNCF available to help underprivileged kids have a chance to go to college.

Closing out the festivities were chart-topping group, The SOS Band. The SOS Band had the audience grooving on the dance floor to their hit Take Your Time (Do it Right). Young Millennials were “pop locking” and baby boomers were strutting their stuff on the UNCF Dance Floor.

Event Highlights:

UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax Ph.D shared tonight that he will be joining a number of HBCU Presidents at the White House in a few days to talk to the current administration about how they want to see tax dollars used to help minority and low-income students go to college.

Birmingham Mayor William Bell gave words to the audience on the importance of having UNCF. Mayor Bell also praised Talladega College President Dr. Billy Hawkins for making the decision to allow the marching band to participate in the recent Inauguration Ceremony with President Donald Trump. The decision sparked national controversy, but ultimately helped to raise more than $675,000 for the band program via of their Go Fund Me Campaign.

2016 UNCF Gates Millennium Scholar Mya Quinn shared her testimony of how the UNCF Scholarship is helping her to pursue her dreams of earning her doctorate in Biology from Samford University while 2017 UNCF Scholarship Recipient Danny Morales also shared his testimony of how UNCF is helping him to finish his college education at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa.

The 2017 Masked Ball Honorees were Dr. Peter Millett (Former President of Stillman College) x Drs. Robert Agee Jr and Jarralynne Agee x ACIPCO (American Cast Iron Pipe Company).

The Mayor’s Masked Ball was hosted by award-winning media maven and The DL Hughley Show Co-Host, Jasmine Sanders @iamjasminesanders. Sanders facilitated the evening with style and class.

Live Music was provided by Miles College Jazz Ensemble

For more information about UNCF, including donating to the organization, please visit www.uncf.org/

About Andre J. Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog, The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.

#AndreTheBlogger

The scene was the Vault Bar & Lounge located in downtown Birmingham. Around midnight, police escorted Marcell Dareus and his entourage to his private section of the club.

Fans screamed and reached in his direction, hoping for a chance to touch or capture a photograph with their hometown hero.

Full recap posted via Swurv Radio at www.swurvradio.com/nfl-star-marcell-dareus-birthday…/

Photo Credits -

#AndreTheBlogger

About Andre J.Thomas

Andre J. Thomas is a 5x Award Winning producer for the hit show, College Talk. Andre is also a contributing blogger for Black Moguls Magazine, GumpTown Magazine, BeatsBangBlog,

The Birmingham Times, SwurvRadio and the Stardome Comedy Club.

#AndreTheBlogger is a radio personality with The Joe Lockett Show which airs commercially on Superstation 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) every Saturday from 4pm – 7pm CST.