Patrik-Ian Polk's THE SKINNY- Official Teaser Trailer

THE SKINNY, the new feature film from writer/director Patrik-Ian Polk, tells the story of five Brown University classmates reuniting in the Big Apple for a weekend of sin and fun.

Miami Beach Bruthaz 2011- Party Time

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It's that time again, pack your bags and head to South Beach for Miami Beach Bruthaz this weekend. This will be my 3rd year attending this great event on the streets of South Beach. And with Jensen Atwood, ie Wade from Noah's Arc headlining the White Party, tommorrow night, it's sure to be an explosive weekend. One of my favorite events is the Sobe Men's Fashion Show. Follow Andres Flava and myself on Twitter for the piictures, video, and interviews from Miami Beach Bruthaz 2011.

WHY DON'T GAY RELATIONSHIPS LAST?

I dont know how many times I have to say this but this season by far has been the best season from the folks over at ADTV get into their latest video congrats on an amazing season so far guys.

A Celebration of Black Men In Love: A Gay Wedding

The marriage of Rev. Aaron Wade and Job Jones in Washington DC this past Saturday was an amazing experience to witness and I can't wait to be able to walk down the aisle with my future husband soon. Congratulations Aaron and Job.

ATL'S HOT POOL PARTY & SEXY FASHION SHOW 3LWTV CYCLE 3, EP#5

The annual "Fireworks" celebration in ATL during 4th of July weekend featured a hot pool party with the phinest men! Take a look also at the hot designs from Lee Greggory, Dana Love and Urban Socialites in the poolside fashion show

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Behind the scenes of Trent Jackson's book cover shoot "Poplife"

I am excited to give you an behind the scenes look at the making of Trent Jackson's Poplife book cover shoot that took place back in March as Project Coordinator for this project it was my honor and privileged to work with Trent on this project and I am glad he trusted me enough to help make his vision a reality.

A little more about the "Poplife" project :



“Pop Life” closely follows the characters’ rise to New York socialite fame and thoroughly examines their social relationships with each other, how being famous can add complexities to their lives, while further exploring how family plays a part in socialization and lays the ground work for every relationship they have. Throughout the book the characters grapple with depression, unstable relationships, drug abuse, getting over childhood pain while coming to terms with their sexuality and learning how to find balance while leading productive lives.


Breakdown of the 5 characters:


Kyle DeVoe has been and will always be the “IT” boy, although he’s never known that – his deep rooted insecurity bought on by his family has plagued him his entire life. Even though he’s encountered a lot of setbacks, he always seems to win. He is attractive, serious but warm. Friendly and definitely has star quality – which is one of the reasons why he’s a highly sought after journalist.He's talented but people never give him credit for his work and they always seem to steal his ideas and it heightens his insecurity to far places. He’s popular,social and out to make a difference but he has to come to terms with things in his life he’s never wanted to mention out loud.




Bryan Thomas has always been a bitch – which is why he always get what he wants, but is never in control. The fashion forward overly defensive and extremely cautious Southern boy from Arkansas is stereotypically attractive with a lot to hide. He’s an openly gay filmmaker and the owner of one of the most notable hair salons in New York with high-end black clientele, who rubs elbows with all of the right people. To everyone else his world is perfect, but on the inside he knows that his world is turning fast and slowly crashing. He’s only good at socializing and hiding his secret pain behind his stellar good looks, his perfect body,his “connections” and his immaculate wardrobe.





Calvin Rhodes is young journalist on the verge of something big. He is the royalty of black gay blogs with a daily readership of over half-a-million people.Everyone knows Calvin Rhodes the tall, slender, bald
and definitely the stereotypical attractive "alpha"guy. Calvin reminds you of that bad ass little kid that you grew up in elementary school with...the kid with the snotty nose. He's curious, mischievous, and
attractive but also has this star quality about him. He works out at the gym a lot, naturally masculine, but doesn't like sports. He listens to a lot of music and tends to draw a lot. He has a good heart, but alot of people have done him wrong which makes it hard for him to trust people.





Darryl Manning is a banker by day and rapper by night. He’s very grimy and street– the quintessential boy from BK. He’s a 26-year-old guy with a habit of a 50-year-old street drunk who swears by Newport's and blunts. He’s real, he’s raw, he’s street, He’s ambitious and he’s scarred. He's lived a hard knock life – and it’s the root of his strained relationship with his family, but it’s also the fuel for his rap and the motivation to want to do better. He’s not afraid to let his walls down, but he always seems to let his walls down for all the wrong people.



Omar Julian’s motto is, "Get them before they get you." He’s the snake of the pack! Just when you think you can trust him you can't, he's always on the prowl for his next victim, which just so happens to be his latest story since he’s a shock jock that's always looking for the next story to break. He dresses clean cut, but he always carries a recorder with him no matter what. He’s definitely older than 25, but swears he's 25 and
he's still holding on to this dream that one day he's going to be famous. Although he's handsome, he's not the person that people would date because of his lack of honesty. He,like the rest of the characters, has a hard time getting over what happened to him in his past – particularly with his father. His issues with his father and step-brother perpetuate his trust issues with men and make his personal motto a reality

Beyoncé - Best Thing I Never Had

Here is the second video from Beyonce's 4th album entitled '4' which debuted at 312,000 copies last week.

JustUs: The Kill Ep 2---New Black Gay Series

About this episode
After being told he has two months to get in shape...It 's now time for Justus to prove himself. It's kill or be killed, and knowing that he will not be the only one to suffer if he fails, can Justus succeed at the task before him?

Untitled from jarmell Dixon on Vimeo.

AndresFlava Official Media Sponsor of White Attire Affair 2011 DC 7/16

AndresFlava is once again proud to be the official media sponsor once again for this amazing event that has been going on since 1999 and we here at AndresFlava have been apart of it for the last 3 years now. Below is some information on Al Sura the organization behind the White Attire Affair hosted by
Rayceen Pendarvis, Keelon of K&C productions & ShiQueeta Lee with Comedienne Tammy Peay  performing. 

2011 White Attire Affair

                                                  Oasis!....Pure Love...Pure Joy...Pure Life...

Saturday July 16, 2011

Doubletree Hotel

1515 Rhode Island, Ave, NW

Washington, DC

General Admission Tickets Only $25!

General Admission
9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m
$25.00

Cash Bar
 Live Entertainment
 DJ Entertainment
Limited Access - Ballrooms and Foyers
 Discount Admission to the Official After-Parties
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VIP 
6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m
$125.00

 VIP Reception - Oasis Terrace w/Heavy hors d'oeuvres (6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
2 Complimentary Drinks
Live Jazz and R&B Entertainment by Featured Artists
DJ Entertainment
All Access Throughout Venue
 Discount Admission to the Official After-Parties
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Physical Ticket Purchase Contact information

You and your guests can also purchase physical tickets
Directly From Al Sura, Inc. Board & Operational Directors
Listed below:

Zekeera Belton
202-285-7518 - Cell
keera03@yahoo.com

Ronald L. Thomas
202-321-3135 - Cell
rlthomas0169@yahoo.com

Abdur-Rahim Briggs - President
202-276-5791 - Cell
rahimbriggs@yahoo.com
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Book Your Room Today at double tree hotel!
2011 White Attire Affair - Oasis!
Room Reservations
800-492-5195

Our Mission

Al Sura, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit and public charity foundation whose mission is to promote grassroots communication, education and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS within the African-American community. Al Sura started in 2008 because organizers saw a crisis that needed to be met in addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Washington, DC. The organization's goals are to create awareness on the need for HIV/AIDS prevention measures, provide leadership training on this issue and to provoke action around this epidemic.
 

Our History

Al Sura, Inc. was formed September 18, 2008 for the purpose of addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic here in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. With the downturn in the economy and the decrease in prevention funding, the Board of Al Sura began to raise funds and awareness to address the need for prevention measures especially in the African American Community, where the prevalence of HIV/AIDS is the highest.

THE 12 LAWS OF KARMA

THE GREAT LAW

As you sow, so shall you reap.This is also known as the Law of Cause and Effect.Whatever we put out in the Universe is what comes back to us.If what we want is Happiness, Peace, Friendship, Love...Then we should BE Happy, Peaceful, Loving, a Friend



THE LAW OF CREATION
Life doesn't just HAPPEN, it requires our participation.We are one with the Universe both inside and out.Whatever surrounds us gives us clues to our inner state.BE and DO yourself...what you what to have in your Life.



THE LAW OF HUMILITY
What you refuse to accept, will continue for you.If what we see is an enemy, or someone with a character trait that we find to be negative,then we ourselves are not focused on a higher level of existence.



THE LAW OF GROWTH
Wherever you go, there you are.For us to GROW in Spirit it is we who must change and not the people, places or things around us.The only given we have in our lives is OURSELVES and that is the only factor we have control over.When we change who and what we are within our heartour life changes too.



THE LAW OF RESPONSIBILITY
Whenever there is something wrong, there is something wrong in me.We mirror what surrounds us and what surrounds us mirrors usWe must take responsibility what is in our life.



THE LAW OF CONNECTION
Even if something we do seems inconsequential, it is very important that it gets doneas everything in the Universe is connected.Each step leads to the next step and so forth and so on.Someone must do the initial work to get a job done.Neither the first step nor the last are of greater significanceThey were both needed to accomplish the task.Past, Present, FutureThey are all connected...



THE LAW OF FOCUS
You can't think of two things at the same time.When our focus is on Spiritual Values it is impossible for us to have lower thoughts such as greed or anger.



THE LAW OF GIVING AND HOSPITALITY
If you believe something to be true, then sometime in your life you will be called upon to demonstrate that truth.Here is where we put what we SAY that we have learnedinto PRACTICE.



THE LAW OF HERE AND NOW
Looking back to examine what was, prevents us from being totally in the HERE AND NOW.Old thoughts, old patterns of behavior, old dreams...Prevent us from having new ones.



THE LAW OF CHANGE
History repeats itself until we learn the lessons that we needto change our path.



THE LAW OF PATIENCE AND REWARD
All Rewards require initial toil.Rewards of lasting value require patient and persistent toil.True Joy follows doing what we're suppose to be doing and waiting for the Reward to come in it's on time.



THE LAW OF SIGNIFICANCE AND INSPIRATION
You get back from something whateveryou've put into itThe Value of something is a direct result of the energy and intent that is put into it.Every personal contribution is also a contribution to the WholeLack luster Contributions have no impact on the Wholeor work to diminish it.Loving Contributions Lift Up and Inspire the Whole

Courtesy of Terry Torro

ATL White Party

The White Party - 10th Anniversary Edition

Sunday the 26th was the 10th anniversary of the Annual White Party by 5Friends4Life in Atlanta. With the VIP reception going from 5-7 you were able to mix, mingle, sip and see with some of everyone in the Atlanta social scene, with a reason. Each year The White Party benefits a charity in the Atlanta area, this year was no different just bigger and better! 

If you were not there for the VIP the general admission started at 7, and a new party started lasting until midnight, opening up another section to the already huge venue the event was held at this year. 200 Peachtree made it hard to believe that there were over 2,000 people in attendance. With two different DJ's, VIP lounge, and Sponsor suites you didn't know who you were going to bump into next. 

Everyone always comes to party, but the 10th Annisersary was made to feel a little more special than just another Atlanta party! R&B performance by Kyron Leslie, live bands, flash mob performances, female Impersonator performance, and models that left you in a zone…it was a party you would have wanted to be at! 

If you missed out on The White Party don't worry you can still make up for it at the Annual Black Party which will be held in November, more details to follow @ 5Friends4Life.com

Guest blogging for Andre....Vance G (@VG113)

1 on 1 with Darian Aaron (Video Interview)

Last month I was able to sit down with blogger and friend Darian Aaron who last time we actually sat down he was interviewing me 3 years ago and now it was my turn to inteview him. So get into our interview where we talk about a range of subjects but the main purpose of this interview is to talk about his book that was releaesed a few weeks ago entitled "When Love Takes Over: A Celebration of SGL Couples of Color"
in this book Darian exclusively profile eighteen African- American gay couples who are in committed long term relationships. The couples detail how they met, their journey towards self-acceptance, liberation and ultimately how they fell in love and maintain their relationships. All the while defying the myth that two black men are incapable of loving each other for a lifetime. You can purchase the book online through http://www.amazon.com/

The Skinny: New Black Gay Indie Film by Patrik-Ian Polk begins shooting in NYC

THE SKINNY tells the story of five Brown University classmates who reunite one year after graduation for Gay Pride weekend in New York City. Magnus has just completed his first year of medical school and is excited to see his friends & introduce them to his new man, Ryan. Angelic Sebastian has recently returned from a year in Paris and looks forward to finally losing his virginity. Devilish trustafarian playboy Kyle is up to his old tricks, bagging as many hot bodied men as possible. Atlanta native Joey is hiding a few secrets, not including the obvious pounds he's packed on since graduating. And acid-tongued black British lesbian Langston tries to hold her own with the boys in the Big Apple. Through three action-packed days of sex, drama, secrets, lies & laughter- these five college pals discover just how much can change in one short year. And you won't believe what goes down at the Gay Pride Parade!

Below are some pics from the set of Patrik Ian Polk new film "The Skinny" which is being shot here in NYC some names of the cast members are Anthony Burrell, Jussie Smollett, Blake Young-Fountain are a 3 of the name of the 6 main characters in the movie. The movie will have appearances by Love b. Scott, Darryl Stephens, Jennia Fredrique, Wilson Cruz,Bassey Ikpe,Nathan Hale Williams just to name a few

Patrik Ian Polk's new film "The Skinny" an independent film will be making its debut this fall on the silver screen so stay tuned as we get more info I will let you know.

Remebering the life of Michael Jackson 2 yrs later

Wow its been 2 yrs since we lost the king of pop Michael Jackson indeed an icon that will be forever missed and an icon that can never be replaced. Miss and love ya Michael.

NYC becomes 6th state to allow Same-Sex Marriage

THE LGBT COMMUNITY HAS A RIGHT TO CELEBRATE. In a 33-29 vote, the bill for gay marriage's legalization was passed last night. Court Challenges are certain, but the state of New York makes it difficult for voters to repeal laws at the ballot box. According to the Huffington Post "Republican demands for stronger legal protections for religious groups that fear they will be hit with discrimination lawsuits if they refuse to allow their facilities to be used for gay weddings." Although there may be many challenges that lie ahead, the LGBT Community is making history!

Krash Weekend NYC is Here----NYC Pride Weekend

Visit http://www.krashweekendnyc.com/  to purchase advance tickets to avoid the long lines, save money, and access VIP areas!!! Passes are available all the way until Friday and are available for pick-up at the first event you attend. BUY NOW BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!!!

**Thursday June 23rd we head to Club Rebel with a special performance by up-and-coming R&B sensation "Daisha"

**Monifah, Lil Mo, and R&B/Soul Sensation, Tweet perform LIVE at The Kaos Party at Irving Plaza THIS Friday, June 24th!!!

**Saturday afternoon we enjoy some summer drinks atop the rooftop of the Eagle along side B. Scott and Karamo Brown from MTV's the Real World. Enjoy the sites as Karamo hosts the 2011 Hot Body, Hot Dancer contest.

**Saturday evening NYC returns to MARS 21 for one night Only. You do not want to miss this one.

**The weekend culminates on Sunday at the super sexy Taj Lounge, home of New York City's hottest regularly Sunday party.

Don't say you weren't warned. Purchase advance tickets to make your party weekend smooth and line-free. Either way New York City, get ready to Experience Entertainment like you never have before!

http://www.krashweekendnyc.com/

From the Staff of 21-toDrink.com

WHERE TRUTH LIES Trailer New Black Gay Indie Film

From the folks that bring you Drama Queenz Novo Novus Production brings you the film "Where Truth Lies" about A man on the down-low grapples with the lies he tells himself and others on the day of his anniversary. The film is directed by Dane Joseph. The film makes its debut tonite during the Harlem Homo Series Film Festival 515 Malcolm X Blvd between 135 and 136th aves in Harlem from 530-7pm at the Schomberg Center For Research in Black Center
SYNOPSIS

Carlton is an attractive, educated, young black male with funny, caring friends (Brandon, Oliver, and Jamal); a beautiful, loving girlfriend (Jasmine)...and a handsome, devoted boyfriend (Terrell). These relationships rattle, however, on the day of his one year anniversary with Jasmine, when truths unspoken come to light. Carlton's ability to balance the divergent interests of these three factions is put to the test, as is the sense and sensibility of his friends and lovers.



 CAST

Carlton David J. Cork

Jasmine Krystal Farris

Terrell Ano Okera

Sherry Patrice Bell

Brandon Corey Allen

Oliver Jabari Brisport

Jamal Jonathan Hooks

Guy at Gym Reggie Lochard


CREW

Executive Producer Dane Joseph

Associate Producer Troy Valjean Rucker

Directed by Dane Joseph

Director of Photography Dylan A. Marshall

Production Assistant Marti Balloveras

Casting Troy Valjean Rucker

 For screenings or press info, email press [at] novonovus.com

ADTV presents "Party & Play"

The folks over at ADTV brings you another great an amazing personal episode where they talk about their expierence when it comes to "party & play". sadly this expierence is something that is a very tough thing to deal with with in this community that we live in as black gay men. I applaud Derrick L. Briggs for sheding light on this subject matter that affects this community alot. Enjoy this latest episode and please rate, share and comment as well as pass along to others thanks.

Memorial Service for Author/Blogger/Activist Taylor Siluwe 6/24/11

The Memorial Service for Author/Blogger/Activist Taylor Siluwe will take place This Friday June 24, 2011 in Jersey City, NJ at the Greenville Memorial Home 374 Danforth Ave, Jersey City,NJ 07305 from 5pm-9pm. This is a shock to the community and Taylor Siluwe will be missed greatly in this community because of such a leader and a force in the community. Rest in peace buddy.

"Far Away" (The Church Version) Inspired by Marsha Ambrosious

Many of you are familiar with Marsha Ambrosius's hit "Far Away." The song deals with homophobia and suicide within the LGBT Community. Singer, Vocal Coach, and Youtube sensation, Erik Dillard presents the hit song in a new light. "Far Away: The Church Version" is a new take on the Marsha Ambrosius song. It deals with DL Men who live double lives and how the Black Church mishandles gays. The rendition also deals with the pressure form the Black Church for a homosexual to change and the harsh anti-gay messages sent to homosexuals. The video is directed by Jason L. Bunkley. He can be found on youtube at http://www.youtube.com/bunkleytv . The movie stars Eric Dillard, Crystal Demure, and Robert Pringle. You may find Erik teaching voice lessons and singing at http://www.youtube.com/lloyd614 . Get into "Far Away: The Church Version," in the video below.