I was shocked and saddened to see the news of Aaron’s death this morning. Although I didn’t know Aaron personally I have read his blog several times over the last two years. Part of me is sad because we’ve lost another young black man senselessly but this also stings because it’s bringing up memories of… Continue reading R.I.P. Aaron, a.k.a. Uppity Negro
Month: September 2004
The Surreal Life 3: Flavor Flav’s in the House
I happened to catch a preview of the new season of The Surreal Life the other day and the clips of Flavor Flav convinced me to set my TiVo to record it. After watching the first episode I may have to keep watching the rest of the season… if only to see how long it… Continue reading The Surreal Life 3: Flavor Flav’s in the House
Mississippi in Africa
Here’s another book that caught my eye. I saw ‘Mississippi in Africa: The Saga of the Slaves of Prospect Hill Plantation and Their Legacy in Liberia Today‘ in a book store yesterday. After a quick glance I knew I had to read it. (There are NEW copies available in Amazon’s marketplace for $1.81 right now…… Continue reading Mississippi in Africa
Hip-Hop Planet
I saw a review of ‘Where You’re At: Notes From the Frontline of a Hip-Hop Planet‘ in the AJC last week and had to add it to my list of books to read. I’ve always been fascinated by how popular hip-hop is in other countries so this should be a fun read for me. The… Continue reading Hip-Hop Planet
Prosecutor to Drop Rape Charge Against Kobe Bryant
Old girl won’t testify in the criminal case, but she wants her $$$ so she’s gonna press on with the civil case. That’s some bullshit! Prosecutor to Drop Rape Charge Against Kobe Bryant DENVER (Reuters) – Prosecutors in the Kobe Bryant rape case will ask a judge on Wednesday to drop the rape charge against… Continue reading Prosecutor to Drop Rape Charge Against Kobe Bryant