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Amber Rose Gets Book Deal for ‘How to Be a Bad Bitch’
Model Amber Rose will write How to Be a Bad Bitch, Simon & Schuster imprint Gallery Books announced Wednesday (Feb. 18). The book, scheduled for publication on Oct. 27, 2015, will share Amber’s secrets on how to be successful, covering love, beauty, fashion, finances and a career, as well as advice for confidence and self-acceptance. Amber Rose Responds to Khloe Kardashian Tweets With Kanye West Memes In a statement, Rose says a “bad bitch” is a “self-respecting, strong female who has everything together. This consists of body, mind, finances and swagger; a woman who gets her by any means necessary.” Jennifer Bergstrom, vice president and publisher of Gallery Books, added: “Amber Rose is the ultimate cool girl who you want to be best friends with. I know a lot of women who will want to read this book.” Photographer David LaChappelle, whose images have appeared on covers and pages of various magazines including Vanity Fair, GQ and Rolling Stone, will shoot Rose for the cover. The 31-year-old recently made headlines for publicly feuding with reality star Khloe Kardashian. The Twitter war began when Rose spoke to New York’s Power 105.1 about Kardashian’s family and Kylie Jenner’s alleged relationship with rapper Tyga. Rose was introduced to Gallery Books by her manager, Nick Cannon, whose company, Nick’s Ncredible Entertainment, is represented by ICM. Rose was represented by ICM and attorney Walter Mosley on the deal. Jeremie Ruby-Strauss acquired the work for Gallery Books from Doug Johnson.
Kendrick Lamar And Mary J. Blige Will Headline the 2015 Essence Music Festival
Our 2015 ESSENCE Festival line-up includes some of the biggest names in music! Headliners include Festival first-timer, Kendrick Lamar and Festival favorite, Mary J. Blige! Also confirmed to perform at the 2015 ESSENCE Festival nighttime concerts at the Superdome include Erykah Badu, India.Arie, Common, Floetry, Kelly Price, Lianne La Havas, Elle Varner, Esperanza Spalding, Raheem DeVaughn, Mali Music, Eric Roberson, Teedra Moses, Avery*Sunshine, Bilal, Goapele, Robert Glasper, Trombone Shorty, Kool Moe Dee, Doug E. Fresh, Mystikal, Slick Rick, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Nico &Vinz, SZA, Dee-1, Tonya Bond Cannon, Leon Bridges, Andra Day, Kindred The Family Soul, Tweet, Jeff Bradshaw and Tank & The Bangas. More acts to be announced, so stay tuned! Plus, Kevin Hart will headline ESSENCE’s ‘Now Playing’ Concert on Thursday, July 2. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, February 25. via Essence
Flying DeLorean iPhone case
In case you haven’t noticed, it’s 2015 — and while much of the tech promised by Back to the Future II has yet to materialize, one company’s new piece of gadgetry would make Marty McFly jealous. If he had an iPhone, that is. A Japanese toy company has created an iPhone 6 case that looks to be a near perfect replica of the iconic DeLorean from the 1989 film. The iPhone 6 case, which costs 5,940 yen (just under $50), not only looks like a mini version of the flying car — it has its own special tricks. SEE ALSO: Nike confirms it’s working on ‘Back to the Future’ shoe for 2015 release A slot over the car’s hood pulls out to reveal the iPhone’s rear-facing camera, while its side panels lift up for access to the volume controls and the sleep/wake switch. The case has a slot over the hood that pulls out to reveal the iPhone’s rear facing camera. IMAGE: BANDAI The built-in LED headlights strobe with incoming phone calls; you can activate the headlights via the iPhone’s built-in flashlight app as well. Bandai, the Japanese manufacturer, says the cases won’t be available until June of this year (you can pre-order them now). It may not be the most practical iPhone case ever, and looks significantly clunkier than most. Obscuring the camera flash is far from ideal for photographers. Still, even in the future, not everything is perfect — as Marty McFly taught us.
Atlanta Black Tech Firm Announces Partnership With International DJ Coalition
Atlanta, GA – BV Mobile Apps has announced a strategic partnership with Fleet DJs to be the official mobile app provider for their organization and its members. Fleet DJs is the second largest DJ coalition in the world. Based in Charlotte, NC, they have several divisions within their organization including Fleet DJ Radio, Fleet Models, and Fleet Photographers. BV Mobile Apps, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, specializes in creating mobile apps for clients within the entertainment industry. They have created 100+ apps for music artists, DJs, actors and Internet radio stations. As part of the partnership, BV Mobile Apps will provide special pricing for all certified members of the Fleet DJs community, resulting in a significant savings for its members as well as providing them with an essential marketing tool to promote their skills. “This partnership was a natural fit,” said Gerald Olivari, Partner and Co-Founder of BV Mobile Apps. “After establishing a relationship with Fleet DJs in 2014, we’re looking forward to expanding our relationship with such an awesome organization and all of its members. Fleet DJs Vice-President Aaron Shevack confirms the partnership’s opportunities, stating “We are proud to work alongside BV Mobile Apps on our current and future endeavors. Their services and technological know-how will generate considerable notoriety.” About Fleet DJs Fleet DJs is a organization of DJs, music artists and musicians. Founded nine years ago and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, their goal is to create and foster positive growth of the mind through the art of music and self-expression. They have over 250 members representing 22 countries in the world. About BV Mobile Apps BV Mobile Apps is a stand-alone mobile app platform and app development company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company specializes in creating mobile apps for entertainment industry clients, particularly Internet radio stations, music artists, DJs, and actors. The company is able to create apps for Apple, Android, Amazon and Blackberry devices. For more information about Fleet DJs, visit FleetDJs.com For more information about BV Mobile Apps, visit BVMobileApps.com
Members of Nicki Minaj’s Road Crew Stabbed In Philadelphia, One Killed
Billboard has confirmed with the Philadelphia Police Department that two people were stabbed during an incident in the city last night, with one dead and one in critical condition. The Philadelphia PD would not reveal the names of the victims or any details of the incident, the men in Minaj’s Instagram photo, which she posted on Wednesday afternoon, have been confirmed to be De’Von “Day Day” Pickett, who was killed in the incident, and Eric Parker, who is in critical condition. They had only been there for two days rehearsing for the tour,” wrote Minaj on Twitter. She added in an Instagram caption, “These guys flew into Philly for my tour rehearsals 2 days ago and were both stabbed last night. #RIPDAYDAY condolences to your family. Unbelievable. Eric (on the right) is recovering. Another senseless act of violence that took the life of a great guy. So sad.” According to an NBC-10 news report, the incident began during an argument inside the Che Bar & Grill in Philadelphia’s West Oak Lane neighborhood around 2:30 AM on Wednesday morning. The argument spilled outside, where witnesses say the two victims were stabbed several times. Police are interviewing witnesses to the murder and analyzing surveillance video of the scene. A rep for Minaj did not immediately respond to request for comment. Pickett’s position within Minaj’s touring crew has yet to be confirmed, although TMZ refers to the Brooklyn resident as a “stage hand.” Fabolous also posted about the incident on Instagram, writing that he has worked with both Pickett and Parker and that his “heart is heavy” with the news of their stabbings. “My friend @daydaydoesdis (left) died & my friend Eric Parker is in critical condition in the hospital fighting for his life,” he wrote. “I am still in shock & don’t want to believe this. And it hurts even more knowing how good these two dudes are. How hard these guys work. And how loyal they are to whoever they are down with & each other. Please send Eric Parker your blessings & a prayer for him to pull thru. And RIP to the fallen soldier Day Day.” Minaj’s European headlining tour is scheduled to begin in Stockholm on Mar. 16.