Troy

Hey Kola, at least with the new board it is really easy to delete this stuff. It took me FAR less time for me to remove the stuff that it took for them to post it. Some of it was actually pretty interesting, funny even. The activities of human beings will never cease to amaze me.

You know I'm getting to old for this shit...

Interestingly I was at an event in harlem where people cited the closing of the national Black theater as another example of Harlem loosing it's grip as the "Black Mecca". I thought that observation was perhaps a decade or two too late. The Black Mecca should be perhaps an African Nation with a Black population; perhaps Nigeria...

Kola simply click the insert image icon as depicted below then type in the UR of the image. Also make sure you are using the full editor -- enjoy!

Your would assume correctly Cynique. In fact, watching others "get busy" unless they are very attractive and demonstrating some unusual prowess, would be a turn off. I gotta have some skin in the game to really enjoy it. Re Prince. That helps 'cause I never really understood the strong attraction -- not even conceptually. I've seen the man perform twice now; once in Vegas a few years ago and recently in NJ. He puts on a good show so I'd go see him again, but he'll never bring me to tears or compel be to want to see him more than once every few years or so.

Cynique, intellectually I understand the draw. However it has never moved me so emotionally. It is not that I'm resistant to it. In fact, sometimes when I'm at a game and I look around and see the ecstasy on some of the "fanatic's" faces I wish I too could experience the joy, alas I do not. That same goes for concerts. I saw Prince the other day. Maceo Parker, Cassandra Wilson and Shelia E were surprise performers -- it was a really good concert. But again, there were people who were creaming their pants. They see Prince as often as they can, and damn near worship him. I can't that worked up. Sometimes I wish i could, but it is not in me. I get more of a thrill being on the stage or in the game. Don't sleep on March Madness.

Ladies there is nothing like college basketball's March Madness. That said, one thing about me is that unless I'm (or someone I really care about) is actually in the game or I have money riding on it; I can't truly "get into" a game the way many sports fans can -- or even the way you describe Cynique. Sure, as a letter winner from Syracuse University I can appreciate the athleticism. But I never truly understood the mind set of the "fan". You know the kinda cat who was always says "we" won or lost the game. The guy or gal that gets visibly upset or happy based upon the game's out come. You know the brother that will spend much of a good weekend in front of the TV living vicariously through exploits or others -- I never got it. Don't get me wrong. I enjoy going to the occasional game with the fellas or the family. Shoot, I'm even hosting a poker party for the Super Bowl. Sure I'd prefer if the NY Jets win the AFC championship, but if they don't I will not lose and ounce of sleep. The only concern I'm likely to have regarding the Super Bowl's score is that the numbers I've been assigned on that 10 by 10 matrix match the score of at least one of the quarters.

I'm not sure what changed to allow the recent deluge of spammers to affect the board. To make matter worse, last night as I was deleted spam posts and accounts I made the unfortunate mistake of approving about 40 accounts that were clearly bogus. Because of another technical issue I'm unable to delete those accounts right now, but I will shortly. Thanks for your patience and to those of you that notified me of the problem.

Yeah this was excellent post.

What is the cure for battered wife syndrome? Perhaps that is the cure for Black America. I know battered wifes (people) lash out at those that try to help help; and the battered seek solace from the people abusing them. The parallels to Black America are numerous. Even more fascinating is Cynqiue, Troy an Chris agree on a topic.

Funny I noticed the date part 'cause I signed a document today dating it 1/1/11. I think I'll plan a party for November 11th 2011, which is friday night, and do something freaky at 11:11PM that is ten ones huh? Add up all those ones and you get "10" (1+0=1)! That is the power of one.

Yeah Cynique I've seen the errors of my ways. I recall you and a few others here were willing to look at Obama without the rose colored glasses. Oh well you live and learn. Merry Christmas! (I'm up working, this Christmas morning, while my entire family is still in bed. When the kids were youger they would have been up since 5AM dragging us out of bed by 6AM)

On Tuesday I made a post on my blog entitled “Tavis Smiley is no good for Black folks!” The provocative title was used to encourage people to read the post so that I could talk about one of the good things Tavis has done and that is start SmileyBooks. I began by describing why I did not always like Tavis. My dislike for Tavis really began when I saw Tavis’ reaction to Barack’s declining to participate in Tavis’ State of Black America forum. However in hindsight my impression of Tavis has changed to one that is very favorable. I discovered pretty quickly that many people – at least those that commented on my Blog and on Facebook page DESPISE Tavis! I was actually quite surprised by the reaction. The strongest critics of Tavis have no problem overlooking everything Tavis has accomplished simply because he continues to critique President Obama. It seems no one can really criticize the president without being vilified. I know some of y’all don’t agree with everything the President has said or done. Are you too dogged by your friends or family for this reason? Whenever I question ANYTHING Obama has done folks always say stuff like “we’ll he is better than George Bush” or make some other accommodation to explain his actions. Y’all know I predicted Barack would win before he even announced he was running. Y’all also know I supported him primarily because he was a Brother. What I find it pathetic is that many Black folks will continue to praise Barack without reservation on every activity while we continue to catch the most hell and seemingly, have our votes and support taken for granted. I guess I was guilty of the same thing supporting Barack simply because he was Black—in hindsight, that was a mistake too. I too was willing to overlook lack Barack’s lack of experience, for example, by saying, “he can’t be worse than George Bush”. Anyone who opposed Barack was simply a self-hating negro. This unconditional, worship of Barack Obama (or any man) will do us no good, no good at all. It is not just Black folks. Barack was given the Noble Peace Prize while continuing to escalate forces in Afghanistan and reneging on the promise to close Gitmo. I not even saying I disagree with those actions; but a Noble Peace prize – come on?!

Turner, man, Superhead's books are #1, #2 and #3 on the AALBC.com's all time bestselling books lists on AALBC.com. I tell you it is cultural man. You can judge a society by what and how they consume. Linda, I hear you.

Hey Turner, I read your piece, would you mind summarizing your main point? I was left spinning on one of the "multi-verse of concentric circles".

Turner, your question: "Here's the real kicker though, if he doesn't write his book where do people who want to learn about relationships turn to to improve their relationships or themselves in relationships then?", illustrates my point. See it would never occur to me that a comedian, who has demonstrated marginal relationship skill, would be expected (or even desired) to teach something that should come from one's parents, religion, and culture. These skills should be as fundamental to the culture as language. Your so called "kicker" is illustrative of a very serious cultural problem. I realize there are people who will read the book purely for entertainment value. However I also know there will be people who will be reading Steve's book because they need help. This is the real tragedy. I believe Steve’s attempt to help is sincere, and for that I commend him too. I just lament the fact that a book like Steve Harvey’s makes sense and is “needed”. The American culture is like a child without a parent; lost, prone to fits and outbursts, no sense of anything outside its own self-interest -- desperately in need of help and guidance. The only saving grace is that there is a world of potential here...

This from Leroy Baylor... spread the word to music lovers and those who need healing 'The Healing Power of Music' is the topic when Bernie Worrell is interviewed on 'Respect For Life' Airing live on WHCR, 90.3 FM, Harlem Community Radio Monday, December 20 at 9AM Eastern Time WHCR is heard in Upper Manhattan, South Bronx, Astoria, East Elmhurst, Queens; Teaneck and Englewood, NJ. also streaming live on www.whcr.org Bernie Worrell is one of the most creative, intellectual geniuses in the music business. This makes him a perfect guest to explore the healing power of music; plus, how his compositions tapped into the spirit of the millions of fans who love the music he wrote or co-wrote for Parliament and The Funkadelics. If you miss the interview, Worrell is appearing at Joe's Pub in Manhattan this weekend. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUiZNoeU6b4

Chris this is one reason I wish I was about 10 years older. I simply was not old enough to attend AND apprciate Parliament/Funkadelic. My introduction to Clinton and crew can in the late 70's via strong party song "Flashlight". However I did not discover what I call the "real Funk music" like "Pussy" until the early '80s! I did not Funkadelic perform live until the 90's. By then George's voice was shot and they were performing songs light Atomic Dog, and the more popular stuff; not of the "real Funk music". I went to see them again a few years ago and it was a disappointing. They were brought in some young blood and it was good to see the aging icons but the "real Funk music" was missing. They used a rappper... I'm afraid I may never experience, like you, a live performance of the Real Funk music like "Testify", "Pussy", "Icka Prick", "All Your Goodies are Gone", "Can You get to That", etc, etc. I would be happy to see a tight band cover these classics. The closet thing I heard to this type of Funk, and lyrics, perfomed in recent years, was a In Livin' Color's "When Love rears it's ugly head" -- and that song is almost 20 years old... I saw In Livin' Color perform for free in Central Park this Summer -- they were great! I started reading the liner notes of the CD this morning (I found one of those credit card sized magnifying glass old people use in restaurants) and see the reason I had not heard some of the songs is 'cause they were never released and other were only released as 45's. Are you aware of any artists creating new "real Funk" now? http://astore.amazon.com/isbnfind-20/detail/B000001TV7

I got the two disk CD this monring the liner notes (which even I will need an electron microscope to read) look pretty infromative and there were a few nice shout of the group. I immediately burned the disk into iTunes to complete my new PFunk playlist. I think the final list will be about 60 songs. There are not many groups who have 60 songs that I like that much. Which is one reason PF is one of my favorite bands. Many of the songs on this CD were not the original versions used on the LP (or CD versio of the LP). One song (I don't rememeber which) had the whole intro cut out. It was almost as if the song started in the middle -- not good at all. The only reason I could see this being done was for space limitations on the CD itself. Actually as I write this, I just noticed that the music was from the 45s: that explains the truncated versions of some of the songs. If the CD was available via iTunes I would have simply purchased the tracks I did not already own.

Wow Turner that is a lot for a first post here, welcome. I think you are heaping way too much responsibilty onto Tyler Perry. Honestly, the only reason I go saw Perry's last film was so that I could speak about it first hand. So while my reaction might be the same the reasons are very different... Black men are not Tyler's demographic. Sure we are useful for accompanying his real target audience to the theaters -- Black women. Boycott all you want it will not make a difference. Also, Perry will never be the same type of filmmaker that Spike is, comparing the two is not constructive. It is like complaining that Teri Woods does not write books like Toni Morrison. Peace

Chris This is the best compliation of Funnkadelic I've ever seen! This collection contains some of their best stuff - period. There are a couple of cuts, I'm surprised, I never heard before and I like all of them. I have no idea how I missed this compilation before now -- thank YOU. I have many PF albums and CD and I usually only really like a few of the cuts, I like every single song on this 2 CD set I'm gonna create a PF playlist with some of these joints and will blog about it shortly... I'll let you know what I've added that is not already in this compliation -- off the top of my head I can't think of anything other than "Testify", but I'll get back to you. THANKS!

Chris you don’t need your own religion; you can use one of the existing ones like, like Christianity, as some of our more charismatic Brothers have. And seriously, I ain’t hatin’ on Steve either just makin’ an observation. I too would capitalize off giving relationship advice – if I could. For now I’ll be content with earning commission off his book sales

Lili was it your first marriage? How old was your beau and was it his first marriage. I'm sorry to read about your failed marriage.

Bookfan, Everything that happens in this country is about selling you stuff -- especially the news." I'm pretty sure the Dickens' titles were in the publick domain so I'm sure about the vlue add there. You best believe I'll incorporate ebook commissions in the the business model.