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K. Michelle Covers “KONTROL” Magazine’s Sexy Issue

With her new album, Anybody Wanna Buy a Heart, due next week (Dec. 9th), K. Michelle takes over as cover girl for KONTROL magazine’s latest issue.

The “Maybe I Should Call” songstress rocks an all white number while standing between two men who are baring it all.

he came from a place of pain and hardship on her debut album, Rebellious Soul, but fans can now expect a new side of K. to be exposed on her upcoming release – “AWBAH.”

Read a couple of excerpts from the issue below, to find out what she had to say about what made her stay in a past relationship which inspired her new album, and reaching a point of being comfortable with her body:

You said this past relationship inspired your newest project, but what caused you to stay?

Chile, I was in love! I felt like this man was my soul mate. I had never experienced anything like it. It was amazing to be with someone who was equally as creative. He was a muse.

How did you reach a point of being so comfortable in your body? How long did it take you to reach that place?

I’m not sure. I think you just get to a point where you’re like, “This is who I am, take it or leave it.” I was in New York recently and someone gave me a hat that said, “I’m beautiful as f*ck” and I fell in love with it; because of how confident a person has to be to wear a hat like that. I think more [it’s] than being comfortable with my body, I’m comfortable with being myself.

Grab a copy of the Limited Edition issue here, for more!

Pharrell Williams Comments On Mike Brown’s ‘Bully-ish’ Behavior, Bill Cosby & President Obama

Pharrell Williams is sparking a bit of controversy for an unpopular opinion he shared with Ebony magazine about Mike Brown, the 18-year-old unarmed teenager who was shot and killed by Ferguson cop Darren Wilson. And it couldn’t have come at a worse time given how tense the atmosphere is, post Wilson’s non-indictment.

Covering the November 2014 “Men’s Issue” of the mag, the producer was asked to give his thoughts on the Ferguson case, and how it’s been affecting the country. During the interview, Pharrell was asked if he saw the footage that allegedly showed Mike Brown in an altercation with a convenient store owner moments before his death. He commented that he felt as though Mike’s behavior was “bully-ish,” and wondered why people haven’t talked about that.

He also shared his thoughts on Cosby’s critique of young black men back in the day, which he agreed with, but said he definitely doesn’t think Mike Brown should have been killed, and he does think Officer Wilson should have been punished.

Read the highlights (left in context):

Since you mentioned Ferguson, let’s just jump right into it. What’s your take on what’s been happening in America?

Wow. I do not want to get myself in trouble, but I felt like the president should have gone down there. I think sending Attorney General Eric Holder was a kind gesture, but the president should have gone. He didn’t have to go and take a side; all he needed to do was show his presence and everybody would have straightened up. But he didn’t go. I won’t fault him. He’s a man with a lot of weight on his shoulders, but I personally would have gone because being a “man of the people” means you’re right there with them in it. Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. led by example.

Did you see the video allegedly showing Michael Brown stealing from a convenience store minutes before his death?

It looked very bully-ish; that in itself I had a problem with. Not with the kid, but with whatever happened in his life for him to arrive at a place where that behavior is OK. Why aren’t we talking about that?

You can almost hear the gnashing of Bill Cosby’s teeth.

And I agree with him. When Cosby said it back then, I understood; I got it. Listen, we have to look at ourselves and take action for ourselves. Cosby can talk that talk because he created Fat Albert, he tried to buy NBC, he portrayed a doctor on The Cosby Show and had all of us wearing Coogi sweaters. You’ve got to respect him.

I believe that Ferguson officer should be punished and serve time. He used excessive force on a human being who was merely a child. He was a baby, man. The boy was walking in the middle of the street when the police supposedly told him to “get the f–k on the sidewalk.” If you don’t listen to that, after just having pushed a store owner, you’re asking for trouble. But you’re not asking to be killed. Some of these youth feel hunted and preyed upon, and that’s why that officer needs to be punished.

He also goes on to share his plans on raising his son Rocket now that kids of today aren’t seeing race for what it used to mean.

My son is growing up at a time when he doesn’t have the same understanding of race. Most kids today don’t understand race in that way. They do in certain parts of the country, but in general, they don’t have a grasp of race, gender and sexual orientation the way our parents did. We live in different times, so I’m going to teach him about what’s good and what’s bad. I’m also going to teach him what it means to be himself, and a huge part of who he is is being Black. His mom is part Laotian, so he’s three-quarters Black. But his spirit is Rocket.

Read more over at Ebony Magazine

This Is What Lifetime’s ‘Whitney’ Biopic Will Look Like

Although some fans have not moved on from the fail that was the Aaliyah biopic, Lifetime is now focusing on the release of Whitney. The new biopic was directed by Angela Bassett, and stars America’s Next Top Model alumni Yaya DaCosta as the icon, with singer Deborah Cox on vocals. While Aaliyah: Princess of R&B highlighted her career, Whitney will especially focus on Nippy’s relationship with Bobby Brown, including the very moment they met while at the height of their careers and their very intense union.

This week, Lifetime announced that the film will premiere on January 17, 2015. They also released a few photos from the film.

Catch a few

Thoughts?

Rapper Xzbit Gets ARRESTED...After His Own Wedding Reception!

Xzibit, government name Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, copped a DUI late Saturday night near Laguna Beach, CA. And it all went down after he and his new Mrs., Krista Joiner, partied WAY too hard.

Way into the wee hours of Sunday morning after the reception, he had supposedly left with his new bride....but some type of way got pulled over for speeding. TMZ reports:

Xzibit tied the knot Saturday night near Laguna Beach, CA. He and his bride, Krista Joiner, partied hard at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. After getting pelted with rice early Sunday ... he left, presumably with her.

But the coitus got interrupted in Laguna, when cops pulled Xzibit over for speeding. He reeked of booze so cops cuffed him and took him to the station.

And yes, he has a post-wedding mugshot.

The twosome have been together since at least 2009 when we spotted them on a yacht vacay together. And Xzibit poured out his rapper heart on Instagram about his wedding day:

Yesterday was our wedding day. It was nothing short of amazing. We were surrounded by friends and family and had an outstanding ceremony. It was not tainted by negative energy and I made sure it stayed that way. There was a time I thought I would NEVER get married. I thought that being single was the only way for me, not knowing that I was giving up more of myself to people who didn't care about me or love me unconditionally. I had to do a LOT of growing up and over time came the maturity I needed to be able to make a commitment stronger than anything that I have done in my life outside of being a father to my two beautiful sons. Yesterday, I made my family complete. I had to realize that I am not perfect and I don't always do the right thing, but when I was standing there, watching it all unfold, the only thing I could think about was, I am worthy of being a husband and she deserves the world and the security that comes from being a wife. I have no regrets about my past, the good and the bad. But now,this is my future. My sons needed to see that. They now have an example to reference in life when it comes to being a man and how to treat a real woman when you find her, or in my case where she puts up with your bullshit until you come around..lol. Thank you to the groomsmen and bridesmaids who made the day go so well, thank you to the wedding planner who made our day feel and look like a movie,(details details) @bignutellapb for keeping the idiots out and making sure we had no problems. @curtchambers Put together a band that rocked like you wouldn't believe, couldn't have asked for a better moment. So now what? Well, we go forward, take the good with the bad and make room for blessings. Before I got married, some of my homies asked me if I was nervous, I said "you're only nervous when you're not sure." Keep it pushing ladies and gents, cause I'm going forward. @mrskristajoiner

Peep the pics with his wife and kiddie below:

Congrats, on the wedding at least.

Trey Songz & Nicki Minaj’s Steamy “Touchin, Lovin” Interactive Video

Trey Songz is allowing his fans to pick their own experience with a new interactive music video for his Nicki Minaj-assisted single, “Touchin, Lovin.”

The steamy Jason Zada-directed clip allows viewers to “explore Trey’s fantasies” by clicking on different objects throughout it — with each choice prompting the next sequence of events.

“I have a personal connection with my fans and I wanted this interactive video to be a way for them to get a glimpse into my world and my fantasies in a new way,” Trigga told BuzzFeed.

Trey will soon hit the road with Chris Brown on their “Between the Sheets” tour. The 25-city Live Nation trek kicks off in Hampton, Va., on January 28.

The interactive video can be watched below, and activated with a free app on mobile.

WATCH: http://smarturl.it/TouchinLovinVideo

Thoughts?

Ferguson Police Consider Filing Charges Against Michael Brown’s Stepfather For ‘Inciting A Riot’

Police are investigating Michael Brown’s stepfather for his actions in the hours after a grand jury determined that the officer who fatally shot Brown would not be charged, Ferguson Police Chief Tom Jackson said Tuesday.

CNN reports that police are trying to determine whether Brown’s stepfather, Louis Head, was attempting to incite a riot on Nov. 24 when he screamed “Burn this —- down” to a crowd of protesters after St. Louis County prosecutor Robert McCulloch announced the grand jury’s decision.

Jackson also told Fox News that charges against Head are possible. “We are pursing those comments, and there is a lot of discussion going on about that right now,” Jackson told Sean Hannity. “But I really can’t get into that right now.”

Head’s rant appeared on a video shot by The New York Times.

CNN, citing Jackson, said Ferguson police have interviewed people who were with Head when he addressed the crowd, but had not yet spoken with Head.

Brown, 18, was fatally shot Aug. 9 following a brief, controversial confrontation with officer Darren Wilson, 28. Brown, who was black, was unarmed. Wilson is white.

The shooting touched off months of protests, some of them violent.

The grand jury’s decision further fueled passions, and buildings were burned and looted in the hours after the announcement.

Jackson has said police are trying to identify the looters, who also could face charges.

Meek Mill Released From Prison

Meek Mill will be freed from Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility today after serving five months on a probation violation. In a series of tweets, Fox News reporter Steve Keely broke down the stipulations surrounding his release.

Reports Rap Radar: Philly musician Meek Mill getting early Christmas gift today from judge..released more than a month early. Meek’s early release conditions no travel no tour gigs until community service&anger mgmt counceling complete. Meek aka Robert Williams would’ve spent Christmas locked up,his 6mon.max sentence ran til Jan.11th he completed 3 jail programs. After com. service&more treatment programs done, Judge will let Meek can tour again.Now at least he’ll be home for the holidays.

The Girls Get GORGE For Gotham Independent Film Awards

IFP's 24th Gotham Independent Film Awards were held at Cipriani Wall Street in NYC. And the uber fab Gugu Mbatha-Raw was a vision in white rocking a vintage style Calvin Klein midi dress which she paired with white ankle-strap sandals, a Lee Savage clutch and SUEL jewels.

So chic! We're so loving this look.

The Beyond the Lights star posed it up alongside Executive Director of IFP (Independent Filmmaker Project) Joana Vicente.

The beautiful British star is currently filming for the upcoming NFL film about football-related brain injuries tentatively titled Game Brain, starring alongside Will Smith.

The fabness that is Tessa Thompson was absolutely gorgeous on the carpet for the Gotham Awards. The Dear White People actress, rocking a white appliqué couture dress by Ashi Studios with a blush heading and detachable train, was honored with the Breakthrough Actor Award for her role in the film.

She topped off her head-turning look with sparkling Jimmy Choo pumps, Realm jewelry, and an Oroton clutch. And she was tickled pink while posing it up on the carpet.

The starlet posed it up on the carpet with Dear White People director Justin Simien.

Such an interesting look that she actually puls off. Backstage, the upcoming SELMA star was all smiles holding her award alongside writer/director Ana Lily Amirpour. Ana accepted the Bingham Ray Breakthrough Director Award for her work on A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night.

Famed director Lee Daniels came out and hit the carpet last night. He’s currently directing on the FOX hip-hop family drama “Empire”, starring Terrance Howard, Taraji P. Henson and Gabourey Sidibe.

E! News correspondent Alicia Quarles kept it sexy, serving a little thigh action in a cut-out back Elena Antoniades dress, Jimmy Choo peep-toe sandals and Nina Runsdorf jewels. Lovely look for her, as always.

And inside:The beautiful Gugu and Tessa caught up with one another and stopped for a photo-op.

The hot starlets kiki'd it up before the beginning of the ceremony.

Gugu was nominated for the Best Actress Award for her leading role in Beyond the Lights. Unfortunately, she didn't win (Julianne Moore in Still Alice took home the award).

Tessa took the stage to accept her Breakthrough Actor Award. During her speech, the lady was utterly speechless after accepting her award in which she said, "I made jokes about losing all week and now I don't know what to say!"

Nice!

Deelishis Confirms Wiz And Amber Divorce Is Final

Over the holiday weekend Flava of Love winner [or loser depending on how you look at it] London ‘Deelishis’ Charles started a brouhaha after posting pictures of herself and Wiz Khalifa online looking very much like a couple. In her first official statement regarding their relationship Deelishis confirms Wiz and Amber Rose’ divorce is indeed final.

Deelishsis tells Media Outrage,“I Just want to confirm that he and I are friends, and that he is DIVORCED full and complete.”“And I would’ve never taken an interest with a married man. We’re Just friends…at this time.”

Wouldn’t be nice of she mind her business!

Jazmine Sullivan Is A Runaway Bride In “Forever Don’t Last”

Breakups can be ugly, but Jazmize Sullivan is still gorgeous!

The soulful singer dropped visuals for her latest single “Forever Don’t Last” today, and in it she portrays a runaway bride who no longer believes in the love her grandparents have after her groom starts acting up.

Jazmine’s heart-wrenching lyrics on the track tell the story of a generation that doesn’t believe in forever when it comes to long-lasting relationships.

She sings:

“I had high hopes for us, baby

Like I was on dope for us, baby

Chasin’ after a high that I’d never get back again

So we turn into three long years

And it became painfully clear that we,

We would never see those days again

But I guess forever, doesn’t last too long forever

Doesn’t last too long forever

Doesn’t last too long these days

WATCH:

Jazmine says of the video:

Me, my mom and Eshon Burgundy directed this unofficial video for “Forever Don’t Last” with the help of some friends. My grandmother and grandfather play themselves, and a I want to give a special thanks to Pastor Anthony and First Lady Tammy Trout for letting us use their beautiful home and farm to film. Hope you enjoy!

THOT Files: LHH Hollywood’s Masika Confirms She Starred In A Freaky Flick For Playboy TV

Did ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’ star Masika Kalysha really star in a X-rated flick for the Playboy channel?? Rumors have been swirling for months that model was busting in wide open on videotape for a check but last night the reality star confirmed what some of her castmates had known for years.

Masika revealed last night to starring in a softcore Playboy TV film on Twitter after former friend Hazel E confronted her about her freaky film past: