The SKIN Project Launches in Atlanta, GA

The SKIN Project National Tour & Charitable Event will launch in Atlanta on Friday, August 24, 2012 at Opera Nightclub & Lounge, 1150 Crescent Avenue in Midtown starting promptly at 7 PM.

The SKIN Project‘s mission is to elevate awareness and support for community based causes that create Unity, Acceptance and Love in humanity. It was created by a community of people from various cultures and walks of life who came together to create a platform that radiates love and acceptance of others throughout the world without conditions.

The National Tour is scheduled for Los Angeles, New York and Atlanta. Each event will bring awareness to the foundation and ignite the SKIN movement worldwide. One of SKIN’s visions is to inspire participants to initiate events and chapters in their local and global communities.  This event is for the ENTIRE Human Family who supports inclusion, differences, acceptance and diversity; regardless of race, culture, religion, creed, non-belief, gender or sexual orientation.

The SKIN project launched a video campaign in July asking worldwide supporters to post videos in support of its global initiative of spreading the word and uniting through love. Supporters of the movement are ask to self identify and state, "this is my SKIN!" Launched at the AIDS 2012 conferences in Washington DC,  videos are starting to appear on youtube and is creating a stamp of visual diversity supporting the movement in the social media world.  It is said that production companies are coming together to create a documentary of the movement and will look at all areas of impact that SKIN is making.

The SKIN launch will feature a LIVE performance by Founder and renowned recording artist LaMont Wheat performing the official theme song of the Project, “SKIN”, with sounds by renowned DJ Scorpio. A portion of proceeds benefit The Atlanta Mission, who has been providing meals for more than 50 years.

Advanced tickets online are $15, $20 at the door.  To purchase your tickets in advance online, please visit: www.chriscolemanenterprises.com

You can also purchase in advance the official Theme Song & Single of The SKIN Project by LaMont Wheat , “SKIN” featuring Faith Micheals, online via iTunes, Amazon.com, and all online Music outlets worldwide.  The music production for SKIN, LaMont Wheat feat. Faith Michaels is also a contribution to the movement and was created by a network of writer and producer from around the world.

For more information about The SKIN Project, visit: www.theskinfoundation.org

SKIN LaMont Wheat feat. Faith Michaels - Be FREE to Love

Singer, Songwriter and co-founder of BBINT Magazine, LaMont Wheat’s sophomore album may not hit stores until August 2012, but he's giving fans a sneak peek at what to expect from the highly anticipated release with global collaboration on his newest single, “SKIN” which features drag dance recording artist Faith Michaels. Co-written by Rique Patire with production by DJ Almond Brown, Joe Crugliano and DJ Scorpio, SKIN is an anthem that celebrates diversity, unity and acceptance. Click below to be FREE to live & love the SKIN you're in with the talented LaMont Wheat.  

SKIN | Be FREE to Love.

SKIN is one of the outcomes of a community project where individuals and groups have come together to fulfill on a commitment of creating Unity, Acceptance and Love as a humanitarian impact. Those who have worked on and been contribution to the project are as diverse as they come and you can hear the passion that each person brings to the song.  SKIN by LaMont Wheat featuring Faith Michaels began as an act of acceptance in a community that is very much segmented by race, preference and attitude and now raises awareness for communities, groups and individuals that we are all in this together. SKIN promotes self awareness and personal acceptance.  It's all about loving who you are, which in turn allows you to love others.

The project's mission has been to bring awareness to social injustice such as, inequality, bullying, discrimination, and other issues that have an adverse impact on the world, and consequently transforms the lives of those involved in the project as well as impact those who are affected everyday by such issues.


LaMont and Faith came together in Los Angeles to put final touches on the song which had it's live performance debut by the duo during the 2012 Winter Music Conference in Wilton Manors, Fl. LaMont said, "it was such an amazing experience to share the stage with such an awesome person.  Faith and I have become close since starting this journey together with SKIN and I think that the unity that we express is a true testament that diverse artist and individuals can work together and create a product that is positively impactful to many."   

Faith Michaels is an east coast based drag recording artist  who performs routinely at Aqua Night Club in Key West.  Faith has two other projects out, "Neva" and "Fetish" which was nominated and won a 2011 music video award in Germany.

LaMont Wheat is a Los Angeles based songwriter and international recording artist.   SKIN is a follow up release to the smash hit single "I've Got It" and “Still Standing”, a song of inspiration and hope to bring awareness to causes like HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, world hunger, autism, peace and other life causes we’re still standing for.  Along with SKIN, "Still Standing" has been selected to be performed main stage at the XIX International Conference on AIDS July 25^th in Washington DC.  “Still Standing” debuted in the Top 100 new R&B releases on iTunes in December 2011 following its release on World AIDS Day.

These two artists are dynamic in their contribution to the world of entertainment, community and humanity.  We expect their rise to the top to be exciting and inspiring.

SKIN releases May 29 for worldwide download and is already being added  by jocks to Pride festivals, mix shows and clubs . Tour and performance dates with LaMont and Faith to be announced. Link up with them on Facebook and Twitter for free downloads, pictures and more.

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Lady Gaga a "messenger of the devil"

Lady Gaga canceled her sold-out show in Indonesia after Islamist hard-liners threatened violence, claiming her sexy clothes and provocative dance moves would corrupt the youth. The controversy was a blow to the predominantly Muslim country's reputation for combining free speech and democracy with a mostly moderate brand of the faith.

Fans were devastated, despite the promoter's offer of full refunds. Some accused police -- who refused to issue a permit over concerns about security -- of buckling to the will of a small group of thugs.

The planned "Born This Way Ball" concert has been on-again-off-again from the start. But on Sunday, it was final, said Minola Sebayang, a lawyer for Big Daddy, the promoter of the June 3 show.

Lady Gaga's Tour Controversy Spark Billboard Chart Gain

"It's unfortunate," he said. "But with threats if the concert goes ahead, Lady Gaga's side is calling it off. This is not only about Lady Gaga's security, but extends to those who will be watching her."

Indonesia, a secular nation of 240 million, is often held up by the U.S. and others an example of how democracy and Islam and can coexist. In many ways they are right. Since emerging from dictatorship just over a decade ago, sweeping reforms have resulted in direct elections, while vastly improving human rights and freeing up the media. But a small extremist fringe has become more vocal -- and violent -- in recent years, attacking Christians and members of other religious minorities, transvestites, atheists and anyone else deemed "immoral."

The most notorious group, Islamic Defenders Front, called Lady Gaga a "messenger of the devil" and vowed to turn out at the airport by the thousands if she tried to step off the plane. Others said they bought tickets so they could wreak havoc from inside the 52,000-seat stadium in the capital, Jakarta.

Police responded by denying the necessary permits. Then, after public outcry, they said they'd reconsider -- but only if Lady Gaga agreed to tone down her act. Instead, she pulled the plug on what was supposed to be the biggest stop on her Asian tour.

Michael Rusli, head of Big Daddy, promised "Little Monster" fans full refunds. But that provided little consolation to people like 25-year-old Johnny Purba. "This only shows to the world how weak security forces are in this country, how police are afraid of a bunch of hard-liners," he said. "Gaga's two-hour show will not hurt Indonesian Muslims. For God's sake, she is not a terrorist!"

Around 50 others, dressed up like the pop diva, performed a mob flash dance at a shopping mall in the capital, Jakarta, to some of her biggest hits. Hard-liners, however, were ecstatic. "This is a victory for Indonesian Muslims," said Salim Alatas, one of the leaders of the Islamic Defenders Front, or FPI. "Thanks to God for protecting us from a kind of devil."

Earlier, Murhali Barda, a spokesman for the group, said supporters had purchased more than 150 tickets to the concert. He'd posted a picture on his Facebook page of a man hiding his identity with a turban and sunglasses and holding a $50 ticket to the "Ball."

"We have gotten Lady Gaga tickets," the caption said. "Not to watch but for us to enter." "Our target is to stop the concert," he wrote, providing little more detail. "We would force them off the stage but not harm the audience."

Beyonce Blows Whitney Houston Live

Beyoncé recently gave her first performance in over a year given an emotional tribute to Whitney Houston .

The singer took to the stage on Friday to begin the first of four dates at the Luxury Revel Resort & Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, her first performances since giving birth to daughter Blue Ivy in January.
Jay-Z, was in attendance  jetting from overseas on his only day off between his Switzerland Watch The Throne stop on Thursday and the Denmark stop on Saturday. And even he was stanning for his wife tweeting:
“I’m gonna say this and then I’m gonna end mine. BEYONCE is the best performer in the world. Period.”
“B” also saluted Lauryn Hill (whose birthday was yesterday), and Donna Summer.
Beyoncé performed to over 5,500 people, including best friend Kelly Rowland, husband Jay-Z and Selita Ebanks.

Towards the end of her two and a half hour set, Beyoncé sung the intro verse of Whitney’s classic ‘I Will Always Love You,’ before launching into her own hit single ‘Halo.’ Beyoncé recently landed SIX nominations for the 2012 BET Awards including Video of the Year and Best Female R&B Artist!

LaMont Wheat Performs SKIN During the 27th Annual Winter Music Conference

Exclusive “SKIN” Debut Performance at Georgie’s Alibi, Featuring Drag Star Faith Michaels.

by Tracie Goodwin

Music was the theme March 16–25, 2012 in Miami Beach, Florida for the 27th Annual Winter Music Conference. The Winter Music Conference is the platform for the global music industry, launching new music, technology, and trends— and featured ten non-stop days of music programming. Winter Music Conference celebrated to music and fashion on its opening weekend and indie rock meets electronic house on the closing weekend.

The Winter Music Conference also featured events, including the famously popular Georgie’s Alibi bar, in Wilton Manors, Florida, featuring a special exclusive performance Sunday, March 18th by Recording Artist LaMont Wheat who debuted the soon to release single “SKIN”, featuring Faith Michaels brought to you by MyGayRadio.com, www.EternalMuzik.com and Aiden Solis Productions.  LaMont, moved the audience with "I've Got It," “Still Standing” a tribute to World AIDS and closed out his live performance with “I believe in You and Me” paying tribute to the late Whitney Houston. LaMont said, “ Whitney's has been a great loss for all of us, and the impact she had and her influence on me as a vocalist is something I will always carry with me.”

The Winter Music Conference, in Miami Beach is an annual week long event that can only be explained as the Olympics for DJs and clubbers alike. Nowhere else on the planet and at any other time, can you find more DJ’s and parties to attend in a single week. This is where electronic music artists come from all over the world to give fans and colleagues a taste of the music they have been preparing,” says House Music TV.com.

St. Patrick’s Day during the Winter Music Conference  was action packed and featured live performances where  LaMont Wheat introduced Faith Michaels at Boom Nightclub, in Wilton Manors, Florida, before she performed her 2011 music video award winning single Fetish. Faith Michaels had previously left the crowd spellbound and wanting more when she performed Neva at the newly opened Wilton's Bier Garden.

The Winter Music conference featured many other artists who were in attendance from around the globe, such as the Italian base production team Joe Crugliano and Samuel of The Style, Paris-based DJ/producer Dan McConomy of The Stereo Flow, among others, resulting in various collaborations.

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About Winter Music Conference

Winter Music Conference, in its 27th consecutive year, is one of the most publicized annual music gatherings in the world. A pivotal platform for the advancement of the industry, WMC attracts thousands of artists and music industry delegates from 70 countries and over 100,000 event attendees each year for a concentrated schedule of more than 400 events, parties, seminars and workshops. 

About LaMont Wheat

LaMont Wheat is a Los Angeles based international Electro/R&B singer, songwriter and producer. His reedy vocals are a hybrid between Teddy Pendergrass and Luther Vandross with a modern twist. His popular single, “I’ve Got It” is being played in heavy rotation on radio stations around the globe. LaMont’s voice and sound are quickly gaining popularity and is sought after by many producers and labels for his catchy melodies and lyrics. Originally from Texas, he recognized his passion for music at an early age and founded his high school’s first inspirational choir called the, “Voices of Youth”. In college, LaMont sang with a gospel trio that toured nationally as an opening act for many Gospel artists, such as Shirley Caesar, John P. Kee, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams and Daryl Coley. Keeping in tune with his Gospel roots, he is affiliated with the legendary “Los Angeles Gospel Messengers”, a community choir founded by the late Rev. James Cleveland. LaMont wrote and produced his first CD entitled “Love Goes On”, which was released in 2004 under his record label, “LaMont Music”, followed by the release of “That Girl” (2006) and “I’ve Got It” (2011). He has shared the stage with many musical icons, such as PM Dawn, Kelly Price, Faith Evans, Joe, Jennifer Hudson, Brian McKnight and Jennifer Lopez. LaMont was also featured on FOX’s “Good Day LA” Christmas morning concert in 2010. LaMont recently collaborated in the studio with original “Dream Girl” and actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, and recorded renditions of “Still Standing”, a song co-written by LaMont and inspired by Sheryl’s 21 year old HIV/AIDS awareness foundation. "Still Standing" released as a tribute to World AIDS December 1, 2011 and made the top 100 new releases on iTunes two days in a row and will be featured and performed on the main stage at the XIX International AIDS Conference July 22-27 in Washington DC.

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A Brilliant Remake Davidson Ospina Feat. David Walker "The More I Get - The More I Want It"

By LaMont Wheat

When I think of soulful Iconic sounds, I think of the motown era and we are all familiar with the soulful tunes of Teddy Pendegrass.  Teddy had a way of delivering a song that left you  moved, touched and inspired.  So often the creations of music greats go forgotten, and every now and then they are remembered and paid respect through a remake of their original creations.

Teddy is sure to be dancing to the most recent remake of his tune "The More I Get- The More I Want It" by Davidson Ospina featuring David Walker.  This remake is jubulant and filled with the passion of old with a new zest and sparkle of modern house.  The production is on point and David's vocal interpretation will leave you wanting to hit the replay button.  

There is something to be said about "when two or three are gather"... you saints out there know the rest.  Let's just say that Melonie Daniels and Barbara Tucker both bring their legacy, spirit and soul to this project providing radiating background vocals that mixed together breahes life into the space of any dance floor, club, party or arena.  There is a sense of community when artist come together and create. Create out of love and out of passion; sharing their gifts without reason.  Only the creators of this great remake knows what it took in order that they come together and share of themselves in love, but one thing we know for sure is that the world will be enlivened and impacted by their creation and generosity.

"The More I Get- The More I Want It" is set to world premier in March, but you can get a sneak preview here at BBINT Magazine.  Be sure to like us on facebook and keep updated with entertainment news breaking around the world.

Fashion, Music and Entertainment Celebrated in Los Angeles at the Re-Opening of Celebrity Designer Gulsen Kan’s Boutique

Music became the theme at the grand re-opening of celebrity designer Gulsen Kan’s boutique in Los Angeles.  Music for Love: A Fashion, Music and Entertainment experience showcased some of L.A.’s most promising artists in

entertainment.  Artists featured were Kelsey Maree, the New Zealand born performer, who has worked with such acts as Drew Seeley, Nick Cannon, and was signed under Milian Management and LaMont Wheat who has worked with Sheryl Lee Ralph (Dream Girls) and has shared the stage with  Fantasia, Kelly Price, Kirk Franklin, and Yolanda Adams.

LaMont Wheat performed his singles “I’ve Got It”, “Still Standing” a

single in tribute to World AIDs Day, and his rendition of the cover singles “I Keep Forgettin” by Michael McDonald and “Stop Breaking My Heart” by Rahsaan Patterson.

“There is a real buzz in the music industry about these young artists. Their unique music and style rocked the crowd,” said industry insiders.

Gulsen Kan, whose former store was the highlight of Los Angeles’ Melrose shopping district, celebrated her re-opening on Wilshire, Blvd. in the Mid-City West area and showcased some of her up and coming designs.


About Gulsen Kan:
Originally established on Melrose in 1995, Gulsen Kan has a large client base of entertainers. Gulsen constructs one of a kind, original, handmade dresses customizable for personal fit.  Her mission is to continue to provide customers with uncompromising service & quality at her new location on Wilshire Blvd.   http://www.gulsenkan.net

About LaMont Wheat:  
LaMont Wheat is a Los Angeles based international Electro Soul/R&B singer, songwriter and producer.  His reedy vocals are a hybrid between Teddy Pendergrass and Luther Vandross with a modern twist. LaMont’s voice and sound are quickly gaining popularity and is sought after by many producers and labels for his catchy melodies and lyrics. http://www.lamontwheat.com

About Kelsey Maree:
Kelsey has worked with Sony BMG and has written music for several different artists.  Kelsey toured with Disney’s Drew Seeley and worked for Nick Cannon. Kelsey was signed as a solo recording artist and actress under Milian Management. Kelsey is currently writing and recording an album with some of the industry’s finest producers and training with some of Hollywood’s most respected. http://www.myspace.com/kelseyeckstein       

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#4 - 10 White Singers We Once Thought Were Black

Christina Aguilera

LOVE her. Maybe songs like “Genie in a Bottle” didn’t have you thinking her melanin count was up, but for years, I’ve heard older people who’ve heard her sing say they thought she was a black woman. To many, she has the compelling voice of a modern day soul singer who just happens to not “look” like one. Stepping out from the teeny-bopper pack with their rail thin voices, Aguilera’s pipes have acquired her a lot of love and recognition. She was ranked number 58 on the 100 Best Singer’s of All Time list by Rolling Stone,  making her the youngest singer on the list.

 

Christina María Aguilera (born December 18, 1980) is an American recording artist and actress. Aguilera first appeared on national television in 1990 as a contestant on the Star Search program, and went on to star in Disney Channel's television series The Mickey Mouse Club from 1993–1994. Aguilera signed to RCA Records after recording "Reflection",^[5] the theme song for the animated film Mulan (1998).

In 1999, Aguilera came to prominence following her debut album Christina Aguilera, which was a commercial success spawning three number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100—"Genie in a Bottle", "What a Girl Wants", and "Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You)."^[6] Her sophomore and her debut Latin-pop album, Mi Reflejo (2000), a Christmas third studio album, My Kind of Christmas (2000), and several collaborations followed which garnered Aguilera worldwide success, though she was displeased with her lack of input in her music and image.^[7] After parting from her management, Aguilera took creative control over her fourth studio album, Stripped (2002).^[8] The album's second single, "Beautiful," was a commercial success and helped the album's commercial performance amidst controversy over Aguilera's image.^[9][10][11] Aguilera followed up Stripped with the soul, jazz and blues inspired, Back to Basics (2006), released to positive critical acclaim.^[12] The album had three commercially successful singles: "Ain't No Other Man", "Hurt" and "Candyman".^{[citation needed]} Four years later Aguilera released her sixth studio album, Bionic (2010), which incorporated aspects of R&B, electropop, and synthpop and was met with mixed reviews and low sales