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The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. Marlene L. Dermer for the 15th LALIFF!
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July 04, 2011 05:40 PM PDT
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On this exclusive edition of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood, enjoy an intimate conversation with Marlene L. Dermer, Executive Director and Programmer of the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF).

The 15th Anniversary of LALIFF is set for Sunday, July 17 through Monday, July 25 at Hollywood's historic Egyptian Theatre (www.egyptiantheatre.com).  Celebrated as the world's premiere film festival for Latino filmmakers, LALIFF 2011 will once again present feature films, documentaries, shorts, and special screenings.  Filmmakers and the general public will also have access to conversations with artists and panels presented by the Writers Guild and Directors Guild of America.

LALIFF's 9-day Quinceanera extravaganza kicks off with the Opening Night Gala & Gabi Award Presentation on Sunday, July 17, 2011.  Regular screenings commence Monday, July 18 and run through Sunday, July 24.  The Closing Night Gala & Awards Ceremony is Monday, July 25 at the Egyptian Theatre located at 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA. 90028.

For more 15th Anniversary LALIFF info., and to purchase tickets, log onto www.LatinoFilm.org

Additional LALIFF contact information:

  • Tel: (323) 446-2770/Fax: (323) 446-2793
  • P.O. Box 149, Hollywood, CA. 90028

Marlene L. Dermer Fun Stats!

  • In 1995, Marlene programmed the Latino Program for the Shanghai Film Festival, which was the largest presentation of Latin films ever screened in China.
  • The causes for which Marlene has campaigned include Green Peace, the Cancer Society, World Peace and AIDS.
  • From 1996 to 1998, she served as the Director of Foreign Adaptation at Paramount Pictures, where she supervised the production of scripts, translations, and subtitles for the studio's feature films to be released in Latin America.
  • With co-founder Edward James Olmos, Marlene created LPB (Latino Public Broadcasting) and served as Executive Director for five years from 1998-2003.
  • MD considers herself a citizen of the world.  She was born in Peru and has lived in New Orleans, Spain, and currently resides in Los Angeles
  • All of Marlene's work is dedicated to her son William, whom she calls the love of her life.

LALIFF Movie Buzz

Among the films being showcased at the 15th Anniversary of LALIFF generating buzz are:

  • From the US, "Without Men" starring Eva Longoria, Kate Del Castillo, Maria Conchita Alonso, Christian Slater, and Monica Huarte.  Directed by Gabriela Tagliavini.
  • From Mexico, "Hidalgo, La Historia Jamas Contada" (Hidalgo, The Never Told Story) Starring Ana de la Reguera & Demian Bichir. Directed by Antonio Serrano.
  • From Chile, "La Vida De Los Peces" (The Life of Fish) Starring Santiago Cabrera, this is a film about a journalist's return to his home and rediscovering the past he had chosen to forget.  Directed by Matias Bize.

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The "Gabi"

Academy Award winning cinematographer Guillermo Navarro (Pan's Labyrinth, 2006) is the recipient of the 2011 Gabi Award.  The Gabi Award was created in 1997 to honor legendary Mexican cinematographer Gabriel Figueroa, the first Mexican cinematographer to be nominated for an Oscar for his work in the 1964 John Huston film "The Night of the Iguana."

Hot Guillermo Navarro Flick Picks:

  • Cabeza de Vaca (Nicolas Echevarria)
  • Cronos (Guillermo del Toro)
  • Jackie Brown (Quentin Tarantino)
  • The Long Kiss Goodnight (Renny Harlin)
  • El Tango Es Una Historia/Tango Is History (Humberto Rios)
  • Spawn (Mark Dippe)
  • El espinazo del Diablo/The Devil's Backbone (Guillermo del Toro) 
  • Hellboy (Guillermo del Toro)
  • Imagining Argentina (Christopher Hampton)
  • El laberinto del fauno, Pan's Labyrinth (Guillermo del Toro)
  • From Dusk Till Dawn (Robert Rodriguez)
  • Spy Kids (Robert Rodriguez)
  • Blade II (Guillermo del Toro)

The Lilal Network is proud to salute 15 groundbreaking and phenomenal years of LALIFF!

Congratulations to LALIFF's co-founders Edward James Olmos and Marlene L. Dermer, and to every volunteer, staff member, sponsor, vendor, city official, filmmaker, celebrity, and movie-loving patron who has lent their time and talents to help make LALIFF the world's premiere showcase for Latino films.

Become a member of LALIFF!  Check out www.LatinoFilm.org.  Happy Quinceanera LALIFF!

Enjoy Marlene L. Dermer on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf, www.TheBestofHairRadio.com 

This podcast is produced from the original broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

 

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. Else Blangsted's 91st Birthday Show!
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June 28, 2011 07:27 PM PDT
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Hollywood pioneer and music editor Else Blangsted returns to The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood to celebrate her 91st birthday! 

With her irresistible charm, Else drops nuggets of wisdom and reminds listeners of all ages that 91 is every bit as cool as 19!  Correction...  Every 19-year old around the country can only dream to be as cool as Lady Else at 91!  She is living proof that age ain't nothing but a number.

We Love You Else!  Happy 91 years young!

Enjoy Else Blangsted on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

Special Thanks To:

  • Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)
  • Else Blangsted

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.



The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. Eric G. Wilson of the Summer Sizzle Series!
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June 14, 2011 07:48 PM PDT
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Eric G. Wilson, CEO of Wisdom 7 Entertainment and the creator of the Summer Sizzle Series, dropped by The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood to promote the debut concert of "The Sizzle" blasting off in Palmdale, CA on Saturday, June 18 featuring R&B legends The Whispers along with Tony! Toni! Tone!, and brilliant newcomer Stephanie Ferrett.

With the full support of the city of Palmdale and Mayor Jim Ledford, the Summer Sizzle Series marks the birth of a fresh era of concert events headquartered at the Palmdale Amphitheatre 

Hosted by actor/comedian Chris Spencer, the first Summer Sizzle Series concert also boasts some special prizes and give-aways including a trip to "Anywhere in the World" and a Harley Davidson motorcycle.

Working in conjunction with the city of Palmdale and CEO Lonnie Stribling's Bling 1 Entertainment (Presenting Sponsor), some of the proceeds from the inaugural "Sizzle" event will benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Rivers of Life.

Get ready for "The Sizzle!"  For concert ticket, lodging, restaurant info. and more, hit www.SummerSizzleSeries.com!

Eric G. Wilson Fun Stats!

  • Eric has over 20 years of experience as a celebrity hairstylist.
  • He calls himself a "PK" because he grew up as a Preacher's Kid.
  • EW is the proud father of two talented sons.  His eldest, a recent high school graduate, is a scholar-athlete headed to UCLA to continue his studies and play football, while his youngest son is entering his senior year in high school as a highly sought after scholar-athlete planning to play collegiate football like his older brother.
  • Eric is an avid supporter of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. (www.bgca.org)

Enjoy Eric G. Wilson on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood as he promotes the Summer Sizzle Series with the help of some classic cuts courtesy of The Whispers and Tony! Toni! Tone!

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. Rob Shapiro on WattStax!
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June 14, 2011 07:00 PM PDT
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Robert Shapiro, an accomplished actor, musician, and singer/songwriter, offers poignant nostalgia and insightful commentary on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood during a look back at Wattstax, the 1973 music documentary directed by Mel Stuart.

Organized by powerhouse Memphis record label Stax Records, the Wattstax music festival took place on August 20, 1972 at the Los Angeles Coliseum to commemorate the seventh anniversary of the LA Watts Riots of 1965.

Imagine attending an all-star Stax concert for only $1 featuring the likes of Isaac Hayes, The Bar-Kays, The Staple Singers, Johnnie Taylor, Rufus Thomas, Kim Weston, Albert King, and a host of other artists hitting the same stage!  That's Wattstax!

Director Mel Stuart does a masterful job of capturing a once-in-a-lifetime concert event, while giving voice to a post Dr. Martin Luther King Jr./civil rights generation as they explore a myriad of subjects including past, present, and future notions of self-awareness, self-determination, and cultural identity.

Featuring a soul stirring invocation by the Reverend Jesse Jackson and interviews with comedic genius Richard Pryor and actor Ted Lange, Wattstax is a music lover's dream and movie buff's gem.  Among concert films and/or the genre of music documentaries, Wattstax is a timeless piece of art that is just as relevant today as it was in the early 1970s.  Simply put, Wattstax is one the best concert films/music documentaries ever made.

Enjoy expert commentary on Wattstax by special guest Robert Shapiro on this exclusive edition of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

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Wattstax Fun Facts!

  • Wattstax was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for Best Documentary Film.
  • Stax artist Isaac Hayes was also known as "Black Moses."
  • Rufus Thomas performed "Do The Funky Chicken" at Wattstax.
  • Iconic filmmaker Melvyn Van Peebles introduced The Staple Singers at Wattstax.  He also worked on the concert staging for Wattstax.
  • Wattstax took place on Isaac Hayes' 30th birthday.

For more info. on Wattstax, check out http://www.wattstax.com/

Official Lilal Network Stax Music Picks:

  • Booker T & the MG's - "Green Onions" - 1962 & "Hip Hug-Her" - 1967
  • Otis Redding - "I've Been Loving You Too Long (To Stop Now)" - 1965 & "I Love You More Than Words Can Say" - 1967

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf  (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. BrittCares Int'l & the Music of Jill Scott!
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May 10, 2011 05:17 PM PDT
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On this exclusive edition of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood, get ready for the 6th Annual Brittiana Smile For Life 5K Run/Walk with the sounds of phenomenal singer/songwriter/actress/poet Jill Scott!

If you are in the US on Saturday, May 14, we will meet you, your friends, and family at Kenneth Hahn Park in Los Angeles, CA. for the 'Brittiana Smile For Life 5K' hosted by Grammy Award winning vocalist Jill Scott.  Sign up now at www.BCIrunwalk.com!

And remember, BrittiCares needs your loving support, volunteer efforts, and generous donations year round, so we encourage and welcome you to get involved in any way possible by contacting:

BrittiCares International

P.O. Box 43504

Los Angeles, CA 90043

Tel: (323) 292-8527

Fax: (323) 292-8528

Email: Info@BrittiCares.org __________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Lilal Network is proud to celebrate BrittiCares Int'l and the 6th Annual Brittiana Smile For Life 5K Run/Walk!

Created by childhood cancer activist and humanitarian Brittiana Rene Henderson as a pre-teen, BrittiCares Int'l is dedicated to "Helping Children Survive Cancer One Smile At A Time."

As a resilient cancer patient, Brittiana thoroughly understood what it felt like to battle and live with cancer.

At 10 years of age, Brittiana was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma (bone cancer).  She later went into remission for 14 months before developing leukemia at the age of 12.  Following a valiant one year fight with leukemia, Brittiana passed away.

According to her loving father and mother, Jamie and Shirell Henderson, it was rare to find Brittiana without a smile on her face while enduring the painful challenges of her cancer.  Mr. and Mrs. Henderson affectionately recall that Brittiana would often say, "I'm smiling because I'm living."

This is precisely the same smile Brittiana worked tirelessly to put on the faces of other children battling cancer, while in the midst of her own cancer struggles.

Today, BrittiCares Int'l continues its mission of assisting children living with cancer and helping their families combat the emotional obstacles that accompany sickness and its uncertainties through a variety of programs designed to create awareness, uplifting support, and family involvement.

BCI believes that "Every Life Has a Purpose, And Every Child Deserves The Opportunity To Smile."  Some of BCI's programs and events include:

  • Imagine Me Programs - Celebrity Connection, Pick-A-Party, Patient Imagination, and the BCI signature 'Imagine Me' Bedroom Makeovers.  The BCI personalized theme bedroom makeover is one of the greatest ways to lift a child's spirit and create a space filled with love, optimism, happiness, hope, and healing.
  • Inpatient Programs - New Patient Care Bags, Holiday Smiles, Adopt-A-Family, and Patient Party Times, which are parties held in a hospital setting that bring laughter and fun to the patient's bedside.
  • Blood & Marrow Drives - BrittiCares hosts annual Blood and Marrow drives to create awareness regarding the prevalence of childhood cancer, leukemia, sickle cell anemia, other serious blood diseases, and the need for more blood donors.

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The Brittiana Smile For Life 5K Run/Walk is BCI's flagship cancer awareness and fundraising event powered by family and friends, volunteers, hospital, community, and celebrity supporters, along with a growing roster of generous sponsors - all of whom work in concert to change lives.

Hosted by Grammy Award winning artist and critically acclaimed actress Jill Scott, the 'Brittiana Smile For Life 5K' is set for Saturday, May 14 at Kenneth Hahn Park in Los Angeles, CA. (4100 La Cienega Blvd, LA, CA 90056)  Suggested arrival time is 8 AM.

The 'Brittiana Smile For Life 5K' aims to generate vital funds for cancer research, direct assistance and uplifting support for childhood cancer patients and their families, blood and marrow drives, as well as raise awareness about the increasing prevalence of childhood cancer and the growing need for enhanced community involvement to help make a difference.

Here's a bonus reminder - For more information about BrittiCares International and the 6th Annual Brittiana Smile For Life 5K Run/Walk, log onto:

  • www.BCIrunwalk.com
  • www.BrittiCares.org

BrittiCares International

P.O. Box 43504

Los Angeles, CA 90043

Tel: (323) 292-8527

Fax: (323) 292 8528

Email: Info@BrittiCares.org

BrittiCares Int'l Wishes To Thank The Sponsors of the '6th Brittiana Smile For Life 5K' including: Pepsi, Roadstoves, Roots Nutrition, Edison, US Bank, ICEF, Coach Art, and all of the wonderful community supporters!

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Jill Scott's latest album is titled The Light of The Sun and is already generating both street buzz and critical praise.  Look out for joints from the set including "So In Love" featuring Anthony Hamilton, "Shame," and "Rolling Hills."

For all things "Jilly from Philly," hit www.MissJillScott.com!

Jill Scott Fun Facts!

  • She was born and raised in (North) Philadelphia, PA.
  • Her breakout film was Tyler Perry's "Why Did I Get Married?" (2007)
  • Jill has a beautiful son named Jett.
  • JS established the Blues Babe Foundation, a program created to help young minority students pay for university/college expenses.
  • She made her television acting debut in 2004 on several episodes of the hit UPN comedy series "Girlfriends."
  • The BBC/HBO series The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency is must-see TV starring Jill Scott and Anika Noni Rose.

Enjoy this exclusive global broadcast celebrating BrittiCares Int'l featuring the soulful sounds of Jill Scott!

We Love BrittiCares!

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf! (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)

       Jamie & Shirell Henderson, BrittiCares Int'l, www.BCIrunwalk.com

       Jill Scott, www.MissJillScott.com

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.


The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Eric Braeden!
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April 19, 2011 09:21 PM PDT
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Known for his starring role as Victor Newman on the CBS daytime drama series The Young & The Restless, which has been #1 in the US since 1988, legendary thespian  Eric Braeden is one of the world's most recognized actors.

Though Braeden has starred in Y&R since 1980, he made his movie debut in 1961 with a project called Operation Eichmann.  He has starred in over 120 television series and films in his fifty plus year career, and worked alongside some of Hollywood's biggest names including Bette Davis, Marlon Brando, Geraldine Page, Dennis Hopper, Raquel Welch, Burt Reynolds, Mary Tyler Moore, James Earl Jones, Tyne Daly, Leonardo Dicaprio, and Jack Lord.

During his visit to the Lilal Network Live from Hollywood, Braeden reflected upon the experiences that have helped shape and mold him as a person and an artist.  Having recently celebrated turning 70 years of age, the actor unflinchingly speaks his mind about his childhood, career, his idols, and a few other topics.   

Enjoy this intimate conversation with Emmy Award winning actor Eric Braeden on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood! 

 

Eric Braeden Fun Facts!

  • He has been married to his wife Dale since 1966.
  • On July 20, 2007, Braeden received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame becoming the first German born actor since Marlene Dietrich in 1960 to receive the honor.  
  • Eric Braeden's son is Christian Gudegast.  Christian is credited as writer of the 2003 film "A Man Apart," which stars Vin Diesel, Larenz Tate, and Timothy Olyphant.                                                   
  • Actor Clarence Williams, III is one of Eric's best friends.
  • "The Man Who Came Back" (Lionsgate 2008) is an independent western film executive produced by and starring Eric Braeden.
  • In the 1997 film Titanic directed by James Cameron, Braeden plays the role of John Jacob Astor IV

For More Eric Braeden Info., check out www.EricBraeden.com

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf! (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)

         Charles Sherman Public Relations

         Donald Carraway, In-Studio Photography

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on  ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

 


The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Else Blangsted!
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April 05, 2011 09:12 PM PDT
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Legendary Hollywood film music editor Else Blangsted, who is soon to be 91 years young, graces The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood with the first installment of an exclusive series of live interviews where she recounts her journey of a turbulent childhood in Germany during the 1920s and 1930s to her serendipitous arrival in Hollywood.

Madam Blangsted's wisdom and razor sharp wit inspire audiences to consider the world through her eyes and ears.  She is a woman's woman of whom every generation can be proud and from whom every generation can learn.

Revered as a trailblazing pioneer for her work as a music editor on some of Hollywood's greatest films, Else Blangsted is worthy of even more praise for her life-long contributions as a mentor and humanitarian.

Enjoy (Part I) of the enlightening voice, spirit, and journey of Else Blangsted on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

 

Else Blangsted Fun Facts:

  • She loves to dance.
  • One of her dearest friends was the late great actor Dudley Moore.  Moore was perhaps best known for playing the title role in the hit film Arthur.  The 2011 remake of Arthur stars Russell Brand alongside Dame Helen Mirren, Nick Nolte, Greta Gerwig, Jennifer Garner, and Luis Guzman.
  • Else is an avid gardner.
  • She takes a daily afternoon nap.  No excuses!
  • Else can scientfically prove that Oscar nominated actor James Cromwell hung the moon. (LOL with Love!)

 

Special Thanks To:

Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf!(www.TheBestofHairRadio.com) 

Johanna Shapiro, Koshari Films

Ken Arce

James Cromwell

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).


Copyright 2011. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Ricky Jones!
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December 07, 2010 09:36 PM PST
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A charismatic master of the ballad, Ricky Jones is a singer's singer with smoking songwriting talent to match.  With influences that include iconic voices like Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye, and Donny Hathaway, RJ is continuing the tradition of classic R&B/Soul crooning, while bridging the gap between classic and contemporary vocal stylings.

On this Lilal Network Live From Hollywood exclusive, Ricky shares his thoughts about love, relationships, music, and a whole lot more.  Enjoy this feature of Ricky "The King of Hearts" Jones, an artist destined to be around for a long, long time.

Ricky Jones Fun Facts!

* Ricky has performed as a background vocalist for Celine Dion.

* According to RJ, Styx and The Eagles are among his musical influences.

* Hit songwriting legend Diane Warren wrote Ricky's first single release "If I Was The One," which was featured on his self-titled debut album.

* Ricky has toured with international pop music icon Lionel Richie.

* RJ has sung the hook (chorus) on music for Grammy-winning duo Outkast.

For all things Ricky Jones, drop by:    

* www.MySpace.com/RickyJonesTheMusic 

* www.Facebook.com/RickyJonesTheMusic

Watch the video for Ricky's hit song "Soulmate" on Youtube! Click here -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDoGPoEEVss 

Special Thanks to Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)!

This podcast is taken from the original live broadcast, as heard on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2010. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.  

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood feat. Dru Hill!
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November 02, 2010 07:41 PM PDT
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Days before the gentlemen of Dru Hill hit Australia for the first time in the group's history, they flew to Los Angeles to headline a concert dubbed as the "Old School Meets New Skool" to support the sophomore CD release of an up-and-coming R&B newbie known as Trueful. 

While in LA, The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood caught up with Baltimore's favorite soulful quartet to chop it up about their new album INDRUPENDENCE DAY, their hit reality television series Keith Sweat's Platinum House on Centric TV, and the blossoming brotherhood among the members as they move on without original DH vocalist Woody and welcome new member Tao to the Dru Hill family.

Dru Hill Fun Facts:

DH is a multi-platinum selling group whose name is taken from a popular park in West Baltimore called Druid Hill Park.

DH performed at the 80th birthday celebration for former South African President Nelson Mandela.

Original DH members Sisqo, Nokio, Jazz, and Woody worked together at Baltimore's world famous Fudgery in the Inner Harbor where they sang to and entertained customers while making fudge.

DH's How Deep Is Your Love was featured on the soundtrack for the 1998 hit movie Rush Hour starring Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan.

DH manager Kevin Peck discovered the quartet at a local talent show in 1992 when the guys were just 14 years of age.

Dru Hill's Discography Consists of Four Releases:

Dru Hill (1996), Enter The Dru (1998), Dru World Order (2002), and InDRUpendence Day (2010).

For more Dru Hill info., hit www.DruHillOnline.com.  To checkout Keith Sweat's Platinum House starring Dru Hill, peep www.CentricTV.com!

Go get INDRUPENDENCE DAY, and keep it DRU!

Enjoy this exclusive feature with Dru Hill on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

Special Thanks to Audio Engineer DJ Ravenwolf! (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com)

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2010.  Lilal Network, LLC.  All Rights Reserved.

 

 

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood: Global Grown & Sexy Mix!
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November 02, 2010 06:07 PM PDT
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An eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary R&B/Soul joints are on burn for this edition of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!  Have fun preserving your sexy as you pierce your ears with this blend of sounds for the Global Grown & Sexy crowd!

Enjoy!

Special Thanks to Sound Engineer DJ Ravenwolf (www.TheBestofHairRadio.com).

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on ARN (American Radio Network).

Copyright 2010.  Lilal Network, LLC.  All Rights Reserved.

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Comedian Michael Colyar!
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September 28, 2010 12:17 PM PDT
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Described as "hard to ignore and impossible to forget," comedian/actor Michael Colyar is in ultra rare form on this exclusive edition of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

Colyar is out promoting his new Hip-Hop and comedy CD Michael Colyar's Greatest Hits and the Great Unknowns.  Featuring a fusion of underground Hip-Hop music and Colyar's rich comedic repertoire, the project is "a tribute to all Black comedians and comedy in general," says Colyar.

Surprisingly, although Colyar has been performing professionally for nearly 25 years, Michael Colyar's Greatest Hits and the Great Unknowns is the comedian's first comedy album.

Underground Hip-Hop artists MJG & 8 Ball, The DBoyz, C.B.Y.A.,and Dirty contribute their musical flavor and lyrical flows to Colyar's joke fest.  According to MC, the album is a "laugh party" reminiscent of what the late legendary comedian/actor Redd Foxx (ReddFoxx.com) created with his collection of over 50 comedy albums.

Michael Colyar Fun Facts!

   *In 1990, Michael Colyar was the $100,000 Grand Prize Comedy Champion of Ed McMahon's Star Search television show.  He donated $50,000 of the prize money to homeless charities in the Los Angeles area.

   *Michael Colyar is known as The King of Venice Beach.

   *Colyar considers Samuel L. Jackson and Snoop Dogg two of "the coolest human-beings" he's ever met.

   *Michael expects to spend more time as a motivational speaker, as he continues his work as an actor and comedian.

   *MC will play the role of a bishop in Je'Caryous Johnson's stage play Marriage Material (www.imreadyproductions.com).

Michael Colyar's Greatest Hits and the Great Unknowns is available now on iTunes, Amazon.com, and Best Buy.  Please note that this album is for mature audiences only and that parental discretion is advised for explicit content. 

For all things Michael Colyar, hit www.MichaelColyar.com!

Enjoy this Lilal Network exclusive interview featuring comedian/actor Michael Colyar! 

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on the American Radio Network (ARN). 

Copyright 2010.  Lilal Network, LLC.  All Rights Reserved.

 

 

 

 

   

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring T. Lopez!
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September 27, 2010 05:09 PM PDT
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A former member of the hit latina female group Soluna, Christina T. Lopez is poised for super stardom as the only Latin artist on the roster of one of today's most influential and popular record labels - Cash Money Records/Universal Motown. 

T popped by the studio to chill with The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood and rap about her hot collabo with AB Quintanilla called Mentirosa, her forthcoming debut album with Cash Money, and her love of Mariachi music.  

Among the artists housed under the same record company umbrella are Lil'Wayne, Drake, Baby, Nicki Minaj, and Jay Sean.  Add to this mix a versatile singer/songwriter like T. Lopez equipped with hit-producing skills capable of rocking audiences in English, as well as Spanish, and Cash Money has the makings of another bankable artist for their superstar-filled recording family.

A native of Ontario, California, also referred to as the "I.E.," which stands for Inland Empire, T. Lopez got her big break after auditioning over the phone in the bathroom of her parents home for a talent scout named Nick Martinez.  After hearing T sing Amazing Grace, Martinez told T that he would call her when he had something for her.

True to his word, Martinez eventually called T about an audition for the 4-member female group Soluna, who at the time were scrambling to fill a vacancy for a fourth singer and were managed by legendary entertainment executive/producer Suzanne de PasseT scored a spot in the group and hit the road touring with Soluna shortly thereafter.

Although T enjoyed great success with Soluna touring with Latin royalty like Marc Anthony and Enrique Iglesias, Soluna survived the release of only one hit album in 2002 titled For All Time.  The ladies later tried to launch a television series based on the journey of how Soluna came together, which co-starred Mario Lopez and Tony Plana, but the series didn't last beyond the pilot episode.  Soluna later disbanded following futile attempts to make another album together.

Over the last few years, T has worked relentlessly to establish herself as a solo singer/songwriter, actress, and TV personality.  In addition to performing at numerous events and showcases throughout the US and abroad, T was invited to join Spain's Los del Rio on the 2009 remix of their mega-hit anthem Macarena, which also featured rapper Yeyo from The DEY, and El Chino DreadLion

While she's known for hosting Si TV's The Drop, as an actress, T's television credits include work on The Brother's Garcia, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, CSI, The Ghost Whisperer, Charmed, South of Nowhere, Days of Our Lives, and Terriers.

On the big screen, T has flexed her acting chops in the films Hollywood Kills, April Fools, 21 & A Wake Up, and The Boys & Girls Guide To Getting Down.

Under the leadership and guidance of Cash Money founders Ronald "Slim" Williams and Bryan "Baby" Williams, along with the support of Young Money Records founder and Rap music icon Lil'Wayne, T Lopez's debut albums in English and Spanish are set to become smash hits.

To learn more about T. Lopez and her music, don't miss this exclusive interview featuring T on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

Don't forget to checkout T. Lopez online at:

  • Myspace.com/TLopezMusic
  • Twitter.com/TLopezMusic
  • Facebook.com/MissTLopez
  • CashMoney-Records.com     

Enjoy the show!

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on the American Radio Network (ARN).

Copyright 2010. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 

       

 

 

      

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Trueful!
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September 06, 2010 07:54 PM PDT
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Rising Star Music Award winning artist Trueful graced the airwaves of The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood to promote his sophomore CD project "Taste of Class" and chat about the red carpet CD release concert bash that his record label French Royalty Entertainment is presenting to celebrate Taste of Class.

A 22-year old Pop/R&B/Hip-Hop singer and songwriter, Trueful is passionate about making music filled with universal messages that explore love and relationships.  In 2008, he released his debut "Truth Be Told," which rose to #13 on the R&B charts.

Now back with his follow-up effort, Trueful's Taste of Class features the hit singles "Feeling You," and "Beast."

Trueful Fun Facts:

*Trueful and his sister Krystal, who is also his stylist, will appear in the film Easy A starring Emma Stone, Amanda Bynes, Penn Badgley, and Lisa Kudrow.

*Trueful digs hitting the club scene, dancing, and then crafting hot records about his night out.

*Trueful's mom is a super cook who can really burn!

To officially debut his new CD, Trueful is pulling together a few of his famous friends for one of the hottest R&B concert events of the season billed as "Old School Meets New Skool."  Among the "Old School" artists are Dru Hill (www.DruHillOnline.com), Silk (www.Myspace.com/Silk), H-Town (www.Facebook.com/H-Town), and crooner Ricky Jones (Myspace.com/RickyJonesTheMusic). 

Performers joining Trueful for some "New Skool" flavor include up-and-coming acts Young Wisdom and G-Flame.

Hosted by Tammy Mac and Kevin Nash of LA's legendary KJLH radio station owned by Stevie Wonder, Old School Meets New Skool is presented by French Royalty Entertainment in conjunction with Bigg Whale Distribution.  The show is scheduled to jump-off on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at the LA Convention Center (West Hall)!

For concert ticket information, go to www.TicketWeb.com or call (866) 777-8932.

Don't forget!  Trueful's new CD Taste of Class is available at Itunes, www.Amazon.com, and www.Rhapsody.com.  Check out www.Myspace.com/Betrueful for pics, videos, and additional info. about Trueful! 

Special thanks to Eugenia Wright of ISA Public Relations (www.ISAPublicRelations.com) for her tireless work behind-the-scenes coordinating the Old School Meets New Skool concert!

Enjoy this exclusive feature with Trueful on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on the American Radio Network (ARN).

Copyright 2010. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.      

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Keith Robinson!
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August 31, 2010 12:57 AM PDT
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Fresh off of his starring role in the season premiere of the hit TNT series Dark Blue (www.TNT.tv), singer/songwriter/actor Keith Robinson is in the mix on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood to promote the release of his new single and music video "DJ Lady!" There are also some surprises, courtesy of Keith, that you don't want to miss!

Cool flick picks to peep Keith's big screen swag include: Dear John, Dreamgirls, This Christmas, and Fat Albert.  On the tele, among Keith's credits are ER (NBC), Monk (USA), NYPD Blue (ABC), Half&Half (UPN), and American Dreams (NBC).

To catch KR on the season premiere of the TNT series Dark Blue, stop by TNT.tv and watch him keep it suave and gangsta.

For more on Keith Robinson, hit Myspace.com/KeithRobinsonOfficial, Twitter.com/Keithsings, and Facebook.com/KeithRobinsonSings.

Keith's latest joints "Gurl" and "DJ Lady" are on sale now at Itunes.

To watch the video for "DJ Lady," which was directed by Robinson, access this link - http://bit.ly/djlady.

Enjoy Keith Robinson on The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood!

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on the American Radio Network (ARN).

Copyright 2010. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood featuring Jazz Legend Kenny Burrell!
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August 30, 2010 10:54 PM PDT
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Living legend Kenny Burrell blessed The Lilal Network Live From Hollywood with his presence to promote his new album on High Note Records "Be Yourself: Live At Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola!"

A prolific composer and artist, Kenny Burrell is the most consistent and accomplished guitarist in the history of Jazz. With well over 100 albums to his credit, his body of work is unrivaled. On his latest release "Be Yourself," Burrell is accompanied by a blazing squad of players - Benny Green on piano, bass player Peter Washington, drum wizard Clayton Cameron, and young tenor saxophone/flute extraordinaire Tivon Pennicott.

Considered a "find" of Mr. Burrell's, Tivon Pennicott marks his professional recording debut with "Be Yourself," and if this project is a foreshadowing of any kind, Mr. Pennicott is destined to achieve a legendary body of work all his own.

Five Kenny Burrell Fun Facts:

* Music icon Duke Ellington considered Kenny Burrell his favorite guitarist, even though they never worked together.

* In 1998, Kenny Burrell won a Grammy Award for a song he composed called "Dear Ella," which was performed by Dee Dee Bridgewater.

* When Burrell was 19, he played his first major recording session in 1951 with a Dizzy Gillespie combo that included John Coltrane, Percy Heath, and Milt Jackson.

* Kenny Burrell received the Grammy Foundation's 2010 President's Merit Award.

* As an educator, Kenny Burrell is the founder and director of the Jazz Studies Program at UCLA where he also serves as a professor of music and ethnomusicology.

To get your copy of Kenny Burrell's High Note Records release "Be Yourself: Live at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola," check out www.JazzDepot.com.

Enjoy this Lilal Network Live From Hollywood exclusive featuring Kenny Burrell!

The Lilal Network is proud to support the California Jazz Foundation.  For membership, volunteer, and special event information, please go to www.CaliforniaJazzFoundation.org.

This podcast is taken from the original broadcast, which aired on the American Radio Network (ARN).

Copyright 2010. Lilal Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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