THIS IS THE CHRONICLES OF EFREM: The Daily Buzz For Nov 18

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New Music: K. Michelle's "How Do You Know?" (SINGLE)

K. Michelle has released "How Do You Know?", the third single from her upcoming sophomore album Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart

K. Michelle is very busy. In addition to having her own reality docu-series on VH1, "K. Michelle: My Life", she's set to release her sophomore album Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart? on December 9th.

To promote the disc, she released her third track, “How Do You Know?”. She tweeted a teaser question to get fans excited about the song,

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Thoughts!

Lifetime’s “An En Vogue Christmas” Trailer

Last month, I told you about Lifetime’s upcoming En Vogue movie – An En Vogue Christmas – and now you can check out a 30-second teaser.

The film stars three of the group’s singers (Terry Ellis, Cindy Herron, and Rhona Bennett) as themselves, and features some of their biggest hits.. plus two new original songs.

From Shadow and Act:

The film, which is a scripted work of fiction, not a documentary, will follow the funky divas, who are asked to reunite, after having gone their separate ways, to perform a benefit concert to save the club that made them stars. They, of course, put aside their differences for the special night, but first, must overcome their challenging history with Marty, their former manager and the man responsible for breaking them up (played by David Alan Grier). In the spirit of the holidays, the ladies find forgiveness and come together for an “epic” En Vogue Christmas concert to keep the club from closing its doors forever.

Catch a sneak peek:

An En Vogue Christmas premieres Saturday, November 22, at 8PM ET/PT.

Migos Rapper Caught The Fade In DC, Robbed Of His Chain

Migos member Quavo has unfortunately joined the relatively small fraternity of rappers who have been robbed of their chains.

From what we gather, Quavo was liberated of his “QC” chain after a performance at the Stadium nightclub in Washington, DC on Sunday.

Word is that it was goons affiliated with Chief Keef who put a beat down on Quavo, causing a brawl and taking his chain during the commotion. Chief Keef then posted a pic of the chain on his Instagram (which he deleted, but nothing is ever really deleted on these Internets), because this is what rappers with no moral compass who got dropped from their record label apparently do.

The beef between Keef’s GBE camps and Migos has been simmering for months. About a week ago, Sosa affiliate Fredo Santana sent death threats Migos’ way via Twitter.

Check out some eyewitness accounts to the incident, and the chain in question

Well??

Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt Are Stunning At “Unbroken” Premiere In Sydney

Showing some love to their Australian fans, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt teamed up for the Sydney premiere of “Unbroken”

The “Changeling” chick looked gorgeous in a strapless fishtailed Gucci dress as she meandered around the State Theatre with her handsome “Moneyball” husband in tow.

Angelina directed “Unbroken” after becoming close friends with former Olympian and WWII veteran Louis Zamparini, who died back in July at age 97.

Jolie told press that her kids all loved Louis and she can’t wait for them to see the movie- “Shiloh came to his funeral and [he's] very connected emotionally to him and so she wants to see it most of all. They're all very emotional about the story and I look forward to them seeing it because I think it's very good for children, it's got good messages.”

“Love & Hip Hop New York” Season 5 -- Meet The NEW Cast!

And the foolywang and ratchetness commences!

Following the crazy shenanigans on “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood”, a brand new season of “Love & Hip Hop New York” is set to premiere. Reality TV fans can catch “LAHH NY” season 5 on VH1 Monday, December 15th at 8pm ET. And with a new season, comes new cast mates.

"LAHH NY" vets Yandy Smith, Peter Guz, Rich Dollaz and Erica Mena will be returning to the show with their usual drama. And we will also meet new faces to star in the VH1 franchise.

A synopsis of what we can expect this season, according to the press release:

“Love & Hip Hop: New York” continues to capture the heart and hustle of being on top of the music industry in the city that never sleeps. The birthplace of hip hop is the stomping ground for these hopefuls to continue to make their dreams come true - whether it’s to reunite their family, secure a relationship, or become a rising star – they each will hit the pavement trying to make it all happen.

Here's the tea on the new cast mates:

Chink Santana- is a talented music producer who has worked with artists such as Ashanti and Keyshia Cole. His girlfriend Chrissy Crastanda would like to solidify their relationship, but Chink's commitment to his family and work may prevent them from moving forward.

Chrissy Crastanda- is a NYC socialite and owner of a modeling agency. She is ready to start a family with her boyfriend Chink but his other commitments and delayed divorce are putting her wishes on hold.

Cisco Rosado- is a well-known producer who has worked with Tank, Jim Jones and Uncle Murder. His “don’t ask, don’t tell” relationship with his girlfriend Diamond Strawberry takes a turn for the worst when she decides to move to NY to be closer to him and later finds out he has been dishonest.

Diamond Strawberry- daughter of New York Mets outfielder Daryl Strawberry, Diamond has moved to NY from L.A. to start her career as a model and build her relationship with her boyfriend Cisco but her decision backfires when she finds out her boyfriend has betrayed her.

Precious Paris- formerly signed to 50 Cent’s label G-UNIT, recently signed a management deal with Dollaz Unlimited. But when another artist is added to her manager’s roster, she is disappointed to find out that she may be sharing her spotlight.

Will you be tuned in for the "Love & Hip Hop NY" madness once it returns?

Michael Sam lands GQ Men Of The Year cover as its revealed

Michael Sam, the NFL's first openly gay player, has been named one of GQ's Men Of The Year as it emerges he could be recruited into the Arena Football League by Mötley Crüe front man Vince Neil.

Sam, 24, made history this year when he was drafted into the NFL's St Louis Rams after publicly revealing he is gay.

But he has yet to play a regular season game as he was dropped by the Rams in August, snapped up by the Dallas Cowboys days later, only to be dropped again in October, having never made it out of the practice squad.

Michael Sam is set to be offered a contract with the new Arena Football League team Las Vegas Outlaws by owner, Motley Crue front man Vince Neil after being dropped twice this season

The move to Neil's newly-formed Las Vegas Outlaws would be widely recognized as a step down for the defensive end, who many analysts expected to be offered a contract in the Canadian Football League.

Sam signed his historical contracts as the first 'out' player with the St Louis Rams in May, and then another with the Dallas Cowboys in September, despite a disappointing performance in the NFL Scouting Combine.

His first signing prompted a letter from Barack Obama congratulating the NFL on 'taking an important step forward today in our Nation's journey' by drafting a gay player.

However, his deal was terminated at the end of the preseason.

Sam then joined the Cowboys on September 3, and practiced for seven weeks before being dropped. He was never placed on the 53-man active roster.

The latest potential lifeline for Sam, who has yet to play a regular season game, comes as Mötley Crüe's Neil builds the franchise's first ever squad for their debut season in 2015.

Deemed to be too small to play defensive end in the NFL, the smaller scale of Arena Football could play to Sam's strengths.

The singer told the Las Vegas Review Journal he plans to make the offer in the coming days.

It is unclear whether Sam plans to accept the offer.

Neil's venture was approved by the league on June 17 this year, and had his chosen name, the Outlaws, approved in August.

The squad will play at the Thomas & Mack Center on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus.

Neil follows Jon Bon Jovi, Tim McGraw, and KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley into the indoor league.

Sam was today revealed as one of GQ's Men Of The Year and cover stars.

He came out to his Missouri teammates before his senior season in August 2013, when he had 11 1/2 sacks.

He told his father and the rest of the world three months before the May draft.

When he was dropped by the Cowboys, Sam thanked the family of owner Jerry Jones on Twitter, along with 'friends, family, teammates, and fans for their support.'

'While this is disappointing, I will take the lessons I learned here in Dallas and continue to fight for an opportunity to prove that I can play every Sunday,' Sam wrote.

The signing of Sam by the Cowboys brought an overflow crowd to coach Jason Garrett's daily news conference, and he was surrounded by about two dozen reporters in the only interview he conducted on the same day.

But he mostly blended in after that, making occasional appearances in the locker room when it was open to the media and earning praise from Garrett and defensive coordinator and defensive line coach Rod Marinelli the few times they were asked about him.

'Comes to work every day and practices hard,' Garrett said.

'One of 10 practice roster guys that we have, so he's working on his skills, trying to develop, but also doing a lot of other things. Playing offense, defense, playing the kicking game. That's what a lot of those guys do.' Congrats, Here are the others that will also have covers!

NICE!

VH1 Confirms New Reality Show Called “Bye Felicia”, First Look

Lord Jesus white people are taking over everything that is black! VH1 has created and confirmed that a new show will be debuting called “BEY FELECIA” it will star Atlanta “life coaches” Deborah Hawkes and Missy Young who set out to empower white women to get in touch with their black side through wisdom and tough love.

LOL..WATCH:

According to VH1 Blog.com

White women of LA are getting a serious confidence boost and a little dose of reality with the series premiere of “Bye Felicia!,” premiering Tuesday, December 9 at 9PM. This 8-episode, hour long series follows Atlanta-based life coaches Deborah Hawkes and Missy Young as they set out to help white girls across the Los Angeles area. Each closed-ended episode aims to empower two different women who could use a dose of honesty in order to turn their lives around. Hoping to impart their unique experience and wisdom through motherly tough love, Deb and Missy teach these women to say hello to their better selves and goodbye to Felicia.

OH BOY!

Uh Oh? Doctor Confirms Dwight Howard is Guilty of Child Abuse

News came out this weekend that Dwight Howard was accused of child abuse on Son Braylon with Royce of Basketball Wives Miami….. Howard was investigated in Florida for hitting 6-year-old Braylon with a belt. Howard admitted to authorities he hit the kid but says he didn’t know it was wrong because that’s how he grew up.

According to TMZ.com

TMZ Sports has obtained documents from the Dept. of Children and Families (DCF), summarizing the findings of the doctor who examined Braylon. It says, “Dr. Kesler noted Braylon to have a linear bruise and patterned abrasions consistent with the history given by Braylon of being struck with a belt numerous times by his father.”

The report goes on to say the injuries were “consistent with Braylon being struck with the buckle end of the belt … with excessive force, resulting in soft tissue injuries such as bruising and abrasions.”

And the report indicates Dr. Kesler found the injuries lasted longer than 24 hours and were “consistent with a medical diagnosis of physical abuse.”

And the doctor recommended that Howard participate in parenting classes and use methods other than corporal punishment to discipline his son.

DCF concluded the child abuse allegations were “not substantiated,” but in Florida that means there is “credible evidence” of child abuse, but not enough to warrant action. What’s curious is why the doctor’s findings weren’t enough.

Howard’s rep tells TMZ, “The Florida Dept. of Children and Families thoroughly examined all of the evidence and determined that there was insufficient evidence of child abuse,” adding the case has been closed in Florida. This is the first time Howard’s people have acknowledged some evidence of child abuse.

Howard’s people are lashing out at baby mama Royce Reed, saying, “It is appalling to see a mother use her son as a pawn against his father in an attempt to extract money, which is what is happening in this case.”

Well homie better get that bail money together!

Will & Jada Pinkett Smith Join Sheree Fletcher To Celebrate Son Trey's 22nd Birthday In Vegas

Trey Smith, who's known around the chic party set as DJ Ace, celebrated his 22nd birthday on Saturday with a high-paying gig at Ghostbar Dayclub in The Palms Casino and Resort.

DJ Ace turned the gig into a birthday/family affair as he welcomed his famous stepmom, "Gotham" actress Jada Pinkett Smith, and his superstar father Will Smith to the party.

Hollywood's A-list power couple chilled at a VIP table, decorated with oversized DJ ACE lollipops, as Trey kept the party moving.

The two Smiths, both in black t-shirts and jeans, posed for pics before Jada and Will presented Trey with a three-tier DJ-inspired birthday cake, decorated with turntables and headphones.

Cute!

Trey's mom, (and Will's ex-wife) Sheree Fletcher was also in the building. Much like Russell and Kimora, The Smiths and Sheree are a good example of blended family that gets along. Unfortunately for Sheree, we've recently learned about her pending divorce. The "Hollywood Exes" star will soon split from her second husband , ex-NFL star and pastor Terrell Fletcher. Well...at least the divorce will give her a new storyline.

Jada posted this super sweet birthday message for Trey last week:

Trey,

I met you when you were two and today you are 22! You have blessed my life in ways I could have never imagined. You've burst my heart wide open, you've stretched my capacity of cooperation and compassion for our blended family and from that you've helped me discover the real meaning of...family. But most of all, there is a special twinkle in my heart that only you feed and it’s a twinkle I wouldn't have without you in my life. I adore you Trey... Happy Birthday!!!!!!

Aww!

Chris Brown Showcases Art Work At ‘Andy Goes Street Art’

Over the weekend, Chris Brown showcased another one of his talents. The 25-year-old showcased his love for the arts, sharing his own artwork at the Andy Goes Art Street Show.

Chris collaborated with well-known artist and photographer Karen Bystedt. Chris added his own perspective, using spray paint on a photograph of famed artist Andy Warhol that was captured by Karen.

The event was held in Los Angeles at the Bruce Lurie Gallery. Chris’ girlfriend Karrueche Tran was present, along with his friends (stylist EJ King and publicist J. Ryan).