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April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
February 10th, 2017
For Immediate Press Release
Wenonah High School host 2017 Male Summit
Interim Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr and the City of Birmingham’s Violence Reduction Team partnered with Wenonah High School today to present the 2017 Male Summit. The focus of this year’s summit was to inspire male students to make better decisions. Some of the speakers during today’s summit were Eric Wynn (WAR) x Ed (Big E) Johnson x Birmingham City Schools Board Member (District 5) Randall Woodfin x AVE Shabazz and Gerrel Jones.
Eric Wynn posed a profound question today to nearly 300 male students of Wenonah High School. “Raise Your Hand if Your Goal in Life is to Go to Prison?” As young males looked around the audience, Wynn knew that he had their attention. Not a single student raised their hands, but many looked around to see if anyone would raise their hand. Pushing the conversation, Wynn explained that he along with others on the panel were there to show them that they cared.
“I Want to Be Your Big Brother… I spent 10 years in prison and I’m here to make sure that you guys don’t make the same mistakes” ~ Eric Wynn
Ed Johnson (Birmingham Violence Reduction Task Force) shared his testimony of doing 23 years in prison. After his release from prison, he spends his time mentoring young males and encouraging them to think about their choices and to learn from his mistakes. Using a symbolic gesture of “linking up,” Johnson reminded each of the students that they were responsible for the safety and well-being of one another.
Ave Shabazz broke the tone by starting his message with a simple apology. Shabazz explained that he and his generation failed our children by leaving them alone and not being there for them. Shabazz made it clear that not the responsibility doesn’t all lie in the hands of the children and the mothers. Shabazz inferred that some of the responsibility lies with the male figures that should be present to empower and mentor our young boys.
Thanks for the the great post last guy is Gerrel Jones
Gerrel Jones is a community coordinator with Impact Family Counseling that is working with the @birmingham Violence Reduction Initiative by interacting directly with families exposed to gun violence and homicides. Jones, who grew up in "the Brickyard" encouraged the young men by saying that they can have anything they want in life if they take the attitude of "Whatever it takes."
Story updated February 10th 7:38pm CST. Additional revision and commentary provided courtesy of @jarralynneagee
More details about this event will be published as they are provided.
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. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
The photos in this gallery were taken at the 2nd Annual Dreams Forever Football Camp hosted by NFL star, Jameis Winston. The hometown hero brought out a host of his NFL stars including Joe Webb x Trent Richardson x Menelik Watson. Jameis also brought out local college standouts Joel McCandless (Jacksonville State University) x Jamal Brooks (University of Missouri).
#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.
A Night Of Kru Love (The Sequel)
The photos in this gallery were taken at the 2nd Annual Night of Kru Love concert held at Newby’s in Tennessee. The event featured performances by She’Chinah x Lauren Moscato. The night was headlined by Memphis native and rapper Krucial.
#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.
A Night Of Kru Love (The Sequel)
The photos in this gallery were taken at the 2nd Annual Night of Kru Love concert held at Newby’s in Tennessee. The event featured performances by She’Chinah x Lauren Moscato. The night was headlined by Memphis native and rapper Krucial.
#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.
The photos in this gallery were taken at the 2nd Annual Dreams Forever Football Camp hosted by NFL star, Jameis Winston. The hometown hero brought out a host of his NFL stars including Joe Webb x Trent Richardson x Menelik Watson. Jameis also brought out local college standouts Joel McCandless (Jacksonville State University) x Jamal Brooks (University of Missouri).
#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.
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.
Images taken from the 1st Annual Jameis Winston #DreamsForever Football Camp held at Miles College. Guest appearances by former NFL star x Sports Announcer Jamie Dukes and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tackle Donovan Smith.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
The photos in this gallery at the impromptu engagement party for Mr. Julius Gray and Ms. Tujuana Gibbs.
Richard received an honor for his work as an Executive Security Protection Celebrity Bodyguard.
Sponsors were Larry Love of The Larry Love Show. Ms.J.J. with Fox Trap radio show, Blenda DeBerry of JonRic International Luxury Wellness Spa and Salon and Kathy Smith, CEO of K Smilez Entertainment.
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, 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.
The photos in this collection were taken at the 2017 Senior Breakfast for Wenonah High School.
Photo Credits - 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.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#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.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
The legendary #CoalitionDJs hosted a private listening party at Stankonia Studios on May 1st, 2017. The Coalition DJs are a network of DJs that have the southern music scene on lock. They are responsible for breaking records for major acts such as Jeezy, Future, Gucci Mane and 2 Chainz just to name a few.
For more information about the Coalition DJs, please visit www.coalitiondjs.com.
The listening party featured appearances by Yo Gotti x Yung Blue x Waka Flocka and Boosie Badazz x C-fo D-fo Bailey.
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, 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.
The photos in this gallery were taken at the Wenonah vs Pleasant Grove basketball game held at Cooper Green Baseball field in Birmingham. Since it was senior night, the seniors took a group photo for their memorabilia books. The Dragons baseball team failed to clinch the victory over Pleasant Grove.
The Dragons Baseball team will travel to Parker High School to take on the Thundering Herd today. #DragonNation
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, SwurvRadio, and BeatsBangBlog. Andre is a contributing blogger for The Birmingham Times and The Stardome Comedy Club. He also 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
RiverKings Tour featuring Alfred Banks x Marco Pave (Photos)
The RiverKings Tour stopped in the Magic City recently to bless fans with the infamous music of Alfred Banks x Marco Pave x Q Dot Davis and many of their friends.The seven city tour seems to bring a unique sound for every stop. In Birmingham, audiences were exposed to Christian Rap, Spoken Word, Controversial Hip Hop and more. The tour stop address a number of social issues ranging from mental illness and Domestic Violence. Music fans of every genre found a space to enjoy during the show. Next stop on the tour is Memphis. The Memphis show is slated to bring the two rising music icons together with a full symphony orchestra to perform some of their cult classics. Sauce is all I can say to that.
Full Artist Lineup included:
Alfred Banks - Headliner
Marco Pave - Headliner
Q Dot Davis - Co-Headliner x Concert Promoter
Rapture The Rapture
King Katwell
Kenny Gee
Dee Villian
DJ Quake
Noor
The show was hosted by actress/model Tracia J.
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. 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.
#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.
For Immediate Press Release
RiverKings Tour featuring Alfred Banks x Marco Pave (Photos)
For Immediate Press Release
RiverKings Tour featuring Alfred Banks x Marco Pave (Photos)
The RiverKings Tour stopped in the Magic City recently to bless fans with the infamous music of Alfred Banks x Marco Pave x Q Dot Davis and many of their friends.The seven city tour seems to bring a unique sound for every stop. In Birmingham, audiences were exposed to Christian Rap, Spoken Word, Controversial Hip Hop and more. The tour stop address a number of social issues ranging from mental illness and Domestic Violence. Music fans of every genre found a space to enjoy during the show. Next stop on the tour is Memphis. The Memphis show is slated to bring the two rising music icons together with a full symphony orchestra to perform some of their cult classics. Sauce is all I can say to that.
Full Artist Lineup included:
Alfred Banks - Headliner
Marco Pave - Headliner
Q Dot Davis - Co-Headliner x Concert Promoter
Rapture The Rapture
King Katwell
Kenny Gee
Dee Villian
DJ Quake
Noor
The show was hosted by actress/model Tracia J.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
The photos in this collection were taken at the 2017 Senior Breakfast for Wenonah High School.
Photo Credits - 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.
March 26th, 2017
1st Annual Shawty Lo Celebrity Basketball Game (Pre-Game Pix)
The pictures in this photo gallery were taken at the 1st Annual Shawty Lo Celebrity Basketball Game. Fans and friends came together to celebrate the life of the deceased rapper. A number of celebrities came out to support the event including #LHHATL reality show star Bambi x Mook-B and Front Street (D4L) x 1017 Eskimo Signee and american Gangster Ralo x legendary manager Johnnie Cabbell and Rapper Six 9. It was also mentioned that 21 Savage made an appearance at the widely anticipated basketball game.
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. 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. If you liked this story and would like to read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger, please visit andrejthomas.com.
#AndreTheBlogger
February 10th, 2017
For Immediate Press Release
Wenonah High School host 2017 Male Summit
Interim Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr and the City of Birmingham’s Violence Reduction Team partnered with Wenonah High School today to present the 2017 Male Summit. The focus of this year’s summit was to inspire male students to make better decisions. Some of the speakers during today’s summit were Eric Wynn (WAR) x Ed (Big E) Johnson x Birmingham City Schools Board Member (District 5) Randall Woodfin x AVE Shabazz and Gerrel Jones.
Eric Wynn posed a profound question today to nearly 300 male students of Wenonah High School. “Raise Your Hand if Your Goal in Life is to Go to Prison?” As young males looked around the audience, Wynn knew that he had their attention. Not a single student raised their hands, but many looked around to see if anyone would raise their hand. Pushing the conversation, Wynn explained that he along with others on the panel were there to show them that they cared.
“I Want to Be Your Big Brother… I spent 10 years in prison and I’m here to make sure that you guys don’t make the same mistakes” ~ Eric Wynn
Ed Johnson (Birmingham Violence Reduction Task Force) shared his testimony of doing 23 years in prison. After his release from prison, he spends his time mentoring young males and encouraging them to think about their choices and to learn from his mistakes. Using a symbolic gesture of “linking up,” Johnson reminded each of the students that they were responsible for the safety and well-being of one another.
Ave Shabazz broke the tone by starting his message with a simple apology. Shabazz explained that he and his generation failed our children by leaving them alone and not being there for them. Shabazz made it clear that not the responsibility doesn’t all lie in the hands of the children and the mothers. Shabazz inferred that some of the responsibility lies with the male figures that should be present to empower and mentor our young boys.
Thanks for the the great post last guy is Gerrel Jones
Gerrel Jones is a community coordinator with Impact Family Counseling that is working with the @birmingham Violence Reduction Initiative by interacting directly with families exposed to gun violence and homicides. Jones, who grew up in "the Brickyard" encouraged the young men by saying that they can have anything they want in life if they take the attitude of "Whatever it takes."
Story updated February 10th 7:38pm CST. Additional revision and commentary provided courtesy of @jarralynneagee
More details about this event will be published as they are provided.
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. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
Super Bowl LI (2017) Pep Rally
The #AtlantaFalcons definitely has the entire city cheering them on. Their win could become historic since many are supporting their potentially first Super Bowl win. The #RiseUp mantra is definitely the motto for me! Cheering for my Atlanta
Falcons all the way.
I got a chance to capture these images during the recent pep rally hosted by the City of Atlanta to support the team on their quest to bring the championship where it belongs!
#TrueToAtlanta
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, The Stardome Comedy Club and SwurvRadio.
You can listen to #AndreTheBlogger on The Joe Lockett Show 101.1 FM & 1260 AM WYDE (Alabama) on Saturdays from 4pm – 7pm CST. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com.
Dem Wild Boys were a hit in Atlanta’s Uptown Comedy Club last night. Showcasing their comedy prowess, comedians Chico Bean x Darren Brand x Karlous Miller and Emanuel Hudson had fans cracking up with their wild discussions about life. The Wild’N Cast members used their vivid imaginations to give fans both clean and provocative comedy. The young comics brought the fun back to comedy by helping us to see the humor in our everyday lives.
After the show, Dem Wild Boys stuck around to meet their fans and to take photos with them.
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.
Birmingham AFT proudly joined a number of teachers, administrators, parents, politicians, educational and community leaders recently for a discussion on the steps of the Birmingham Board of Education.
Speakers for the event include Birmingham City Councilor Sheila Tyson Alabama State
Representative Rod Scott, AEA Associate Executive Director Theron Stokes, Birmingham City School Board candidate Bishop Womack, Dr. T.L. Lewis (Bethel Baptist Church – Pratt City), Pastor Patrick Sellers (Mt. Zion – Riley) and Birmingham City School Board Members Sherman Collins and Cheri Gardner.
The topic of the discussion centered around the hiring process used by Birmingham City Schools to select the five finalist for Superintendent.
Recently the Birmingham City School Board drew criticism when they chose NOT to include a local candidate as a choice in their Top 5. Of the five candidates named, two withdrew their applications.
“You mean to tell me that out of the entire State of Alabama, you couldn’t find a single applicant suitable for an interview?” ~Councilor Sheila Tyson
Sheila Tyson, Birmingham City (District 6) Councilor, was praised during the event for the above comment provided during the public discussion. The comment eventually became the sound bite for a number of media outlet. Tyson’s comments made a number of people question whether or not the hiring process was fair to local applicants.
Birmingham AFT local president Richard Franklin echoed Tyson’s concerns by sharing that Birmingham City Schools needs to select a candidate that truly understand the education laws in Alabama. Franklin cited two of the previous Superintendents Dr. Gacutan and Dr. Witherspoon to prove how detrimental it could be to hire another Superintendent who doesn’t understand Alabama laws.
The public discussion made local headlines as a number of community members expressed their dislike of the process used by Birmingham City Schools to select the five finalist for Superintendent.
Birmingham AFT has been both visually present and vocal throughout the entire process to ensure members that AFT will fight for their best interest. A photo recap is provided below.
Written By
#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, 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.
Disclaimer – The above blog was provided by Andre J. Thomas and was written as a private citizen.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#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.
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 10th, 2017
For Immediate Press Release
Wenonah High School host 2017 Male Summit
Interim Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr and the City of Birmingham’s Violence Reduction Team partnered with Wenonah High School today to present the 2017 Male Summit. The focus of this year’s summit was to inspire male students to make better decisions. Some of the speakers during today’s summit were Eric Wynn (WAR) x Ed (Big E) Johnson x Birmingham City Schools Board Member (District 5) Randall Woodfin x AVE Shabazz and Gerrel Jones.
Eric Wynn posed a profound question today to nearly 300 male students of Wenonah High School. “Raise Your Hand if Your Goal in Life is to Go to Prison?” As young males looked around the audience, Wynn knew that he had their attention. Not a single student raised their hands, but many looked around to see if anyone would raise their hand. Pushing the conversation, Wynn explained that he along with others on the panel were there to show them that they cared.
“I Want to Be Your Big Brother… I spent 10 years in prison and I’m here to make sure that you guys don’t make the same mistakes” ~ Eric Wynn
Ed Johnson (Birmingham Violence Reduction Task Force) shared his testimony of doing 23 years in prison. After his release from prison, he spends his time mentoring young males and encouraging them to think about their choices and to learn from his mistakes. Using a symbolic gesture of “linking up,” Johnson reminded each of the students that they were responsible for the safety and well-being of one another.
Ave Shabazz broke the tone by starting his message with a simple apology. Shabazz explained that he and his generation failed our children by leaving them alone and not being there for them. Shabazz made it clear that not the responsibility doesn’t all lie in the hands of the children and the mothers. Shabazz inferred that some of the responsibility lies with the male figures that should be present to empower and mentor our young boys.
Thanks for the the great post last guy is Gerrel Jones
Gerrel Jones is a community coordinator with Impact Family Counseling that is working with the @birmingham Violence Reduction Initiative by interacting directly with families exposed to gun violence and homicides. Jones, who grew up in "the Brickyard" encouraged the young men by saying that they can have anything they want in life if they take the attitude of "Whatever it takes."
Story updated February 10th 7:38pm CST. Additional revision and commentary provided courtesy of @jarralynneagee
More details about this event will be published as they are provided.
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. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
The photos in this gallery were taken at the 2nd Annual Dreams Forever Football Camp hosted by NFL star, Jameis Winston. The hometown hero brought out a host of his NFL stars including Joe Webb x Trent Richardson x Menelik Watson. Jameis also brought out local college standouts Joel McCandless (Jacksonville State University) x Jamal Brooks (University of Missouri).
#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.
The photos in this gallery were taken at the FUSION Awards pre-celebration presented by Summit Media Entertainment on May 5th, 2017 at the BJCC arena. The event featured
talks, networking and a celebration of ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things in the Magic City
Notable attendees of the event include actress Keshia Knight-Pulliam, Coach Emanuel Bell, Dr. Corey Hartman, Joyce Vance, Paget Pizitz, Harriet Reis, Isabel Rubio, Jarralynne Agee, Alexander Shunnarah, Danc Crane, Singer Major and Auburn University Girl’s Basketball Coach, Terri Williams-Flournoy..
Photo Credits: Andre J. Thomas, Entertainment Writer
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.
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 the city and a show Birmingham 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.
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 the city and a show Birmingham 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.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
February 10th, 2017
For Immediate Press Release
Wenonah High School host 2017 Male Summit
Interim Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr and the City of Birmingham’s Violence Reduction Team partnered with Wenonah High School today to present the 2017 Male Summit. The focus of this year’s summit was to inspire male students to make better decisions. Some of the speakers during today’s summit were Eric Wynn (WAR) x Ed (Big E) Johnson x Birmingham City Schools Board Member (District 5) Randall Woodfin x AVE Shabazz and Gerrel Jones.
Eric Wynn posed a profound question today to nearly 300 male students of Wenonah High School. “Raise Your Hand if Your Goal in Life is to Go to Prison?” As young males looked around the audience, Wynn knew that he had their attention. Not a single student raised their hands, but many looked around to see if anyone would raise their hand. Pushing the conversation, Wynn explained that he along with others on the panel were there to show them that they cared.
“I Want to Be Your Big Brother… I spent 10 years in prison and I’m here to make sure that you guys don’t make the same mistakes” ~ Eric Wynn
Ed Johnson (Birmingham Violence Reduction Task Force) shared his testimony of doing 23 years in prison. After his release from prison, he spends his time mentoring young males and encouraging them to think about their choices and to learn from his mistakes. Using a symbolic gesture of “linking up,” Johnson reminded each of the students that they were responsible for the safety and well-being of one another.
Ave Shabazz broke the tone by starting his message with a simple apology. Shabazz explained that he and his generation failed our children by leaving them alone and not being there for them. Shabazz made it clear that not the responsibility doesn’t all lie in the hands of the children and the mothers. Shabazz inferred that some of the responsibility lies with the male figures that should be present to empower and mentor our young boys.
Thanks for the the great post last guy is Gerrel Jones
Gerrel Jones is a community coordinator with Impact Family Counseling that is working with the @birmingham Violence Reduction Initiative by interacting directly with families exposed to gun violence and homicides. Jones, who grew up in "the Brickyard" encouraged the young men by saying that they can have anything they want in life if they take the attitude of "Whatever it takes."
Story updated February 10th 7:38pm CST. Additional revision and commentary provided courtesy of @jarralynneagee
More details about this event will be published as they are provided.
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. You can read more stories by Birmingham’s Favorite Entertainment Blogger at andrejthomas.com.
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger
April 9th, 2017
The photos in this gallery were taken at the YFN vs BMG Celebrity Basketball game held in Atlanta’s Pittman Gym. The event featured appearances by Lil Durk, Young Scooter, YFN Lucci, NBA star Shannon Brown and wife Monica Brown.
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. 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.
#AndreTheBlogger