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GIVING THANKS

2010-11-20T13:49:00.000-08:00

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Hello friends and fam!

Well, it's the holiday season once again. As we turn our thoughts to family, friends and the many ways we have been blessed please take the time to remember those who have not been so lucky. I know that times are hard for all of us, but there is always a way to help others in need. If you can't make a donation, volunteer, if you can't volunteer the remember to pray for those in need.

And don't forget, people are ALWAYS in need, all year round and not just during the holidays.
In light of the season I will be on hiatus from updating this blog. Expect me back on the 25th of January and I pray by then the radio show will be back as well!

In keeping with the theme of this blog, I am going to post Written's blog for this month which has to do with the artists responsibility to his community and his world. I hope you will enjoy.

Happy Holidays from The Verb!
L. and Written

Hey people it’s Written!

First, I give glory to the almighty God through his son Jesus Christ. I love music and the world needs more responsible music. The world needs more responsible people to stand up instead of sitting down. However, how can we put out positive, responsible music when the audience isn’t buying it?

A lot of people say if you love it you don’t need to make money off of it. I agree, yet you still have to eat. Now, if going in the studio was free along with mastering, distribution and promotion, things would be different. Unfortunately, it’s not.

Every time you purchase hip hop or R&B that reduces women to the “B’ word or promotes gangs, crime and flashy living, you tell the industry you don’t want positive music. There are a lot of things going on in this world that artists should be speaking about.

Rush the Stage (If Hip Hop Spoke Vol. 2)
Feed me I’m needy/Livin in poverty got my thoughts being seedy/Being free is a matter of perspective/Bills is piling up life is getting more hectic/rich mothas want to beef on the streets I don’t respect it/Cause them glocks, them bullets, them vests cost a lot of money/And that can stop a family from being hungry/Every time you throw up Cris that’s money down the drain/At a grand a bottle that dough could take away a some families pain/What the heck was you thinking?/The hood starving, you buyin the bar to keep people, drink/What you think we riot for?/Not the rich but the ones who are forced to live poor/Welfare only pay so much/And right now the knot in your hands about to get your ass touched/Ya arm and ya jugular crushed/Don’t fuck with us/You, you, you know what’s up

CHORUS x2
In the middle of the city’s chaos and rage/When the struggle for whatever is the constant wage/Tell em Rush the Stage/Tell em Rush the Stage

The verses are self explanatory, but some won’t get it. A Lot of people are on microphones selling pipe dreams while my people live in poverty. But as the Bible says, “What good is it if a man gains the whole world and loses his own soul?”

Too many people starving and too many rappers feeding them lies. Hip hop and R&B, prepare because the Father will remember the greedy who feed off of the needy.
Till next blog stay in Christ’s truth and in peace but give the haters and the devils HELL!

Written—11/20/2010
http://writtenrapgod.com

Urgent! Help! Only 3 weeks to LIVE!

2010-11-05T17:29:00.000-07:00

OUT OF SIGHT NOT OUT OF MIND

2010-10-25T10:28:00.001-07:00

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Hello Friends and Fam!

Hope you have had a great month thus far! As always I have been very busy at being busy LOL. Do you ever find that you have so much to do that it seems you really aren't doing anything at all? These are the times I really have to focus and pray and realize that every little bit gets me closer to the goal.

Speaking of which--I know ya'll are probably wondering when the show is coming back, especially since I mention it in every blog. Don't worry, this is one of the goals that bit by bit I am getting closer to actualizing! Many of you are aware that The Verb and Verb Radio are subsidiaries of EWG aka Ellen Wright Group a creative services company founded by Written and me in 2007. Although bringing our beautiful friends, fam and fans mature, fun sexy radio is one of our biggest priorities, it is not the only project on our plates but just know that we love you and haven't forgotten you and we hope you haven't forgotten us!

This is a short blog for this month since I need to get cracking on those aforementioned projects but I would not let the month pass without saying hello and I miss you!

Be strong and be blessed.
Wishing you harmony!
L. Marrie

P.S. New blog posted here Written's Blog

KLONDIKES WENDY AND NO INTERNET

2010-09-21T12:29:00.000-07:00

GLORY TO GOD CREATOR OF ALL THINGS

Hello friends and fam!

I missed you so so much! If you followed me on Facebook you know about the month long ordeal I had with AT&T turning off my DSL and trying to get it back on. It was long, it was stressful but looks like we made it, so you all know what that means--The Verb is back! Well almost, give us some time to work out the kinks and the radio station you love will be back...bigger, better, faster, stronger and even more entertaining (now who would have thought THAT was possible?).
Written and I have some great things in the works. New books being written by Written including a new book of poetry and 2 edgy Sci-Fi thrillers (and you thought we just did poetry didn't you0. I am also coming out with a new book of poetry tentatively titled Submission and I am also reviving an old screenplay that was started and never finished as well as doing research for a new one so the Dynamic Duo is doin big thangs and all by the grace of God.
So, while I was away from the Internet I had time to explore a lot of new things because as you know life without Internet is boring so let me share a couple of things I discovered...

What would you do for a Klondike Bar?
Well ya'll have seen that commercial, the Klondike bar is supposed to be like the quintessential ice cream treat right? So since I never had one decided to try it. Well ask me what I'd do for a Klondike bar and the answer is--not a damn thing! It was chocolate and ice cream and that's about it. So if any of you think that the Klondike is all that please let me know why. I wasn't impressed.

Wendy Williams
How ya doin girl! Anyway started watching the show during the great darkness (my time without Internet) and I really like it...who knew? I had never really heard her radio show only heard about it and assumed that I didn't like her style or what she stood for, but after watching her TV show I see she is outspoken and she speaks her mind--like me so now I'm a Wendy show fan.

AT&T
I was going to bash them for their service but I'm over it now and one thing I learned from this experience is it's true what your mama said...you can catch more flies with honey than you can with vinegar and prayer works wonders.

So what have you been doing while I've been on hiatus, would love to catch up with everyone so come by our Twitter @verbradio, get face to face on Facebook with verbonradio or hit me up right here on the blog.

Can't wait to be on air again and hope you will all be there to welcome us back!

Peace and Blessings,
L.

P.S. Don't forget to go by http://writtenrapgod.com/blogto check out Written's latest blog!

WERK IT!

2010-08-25T13:05:00.001-07:00

Hi Friends and Fam!
I hope everyone has made a smooth transition back into the school year, it seems like the year is just flying by.
Well, as I'm quite sure you have noticed we are STILL not back on the air. You have AT&T internet service to thank for that, but my saga with them is enough to fill a few blogs so I digress.
So as the title of this blog says, even though the station isn't up and running yet, (don't worry it will be), L. is still putting in WERK in the form of networking! Unfortunately I had to miss the International DJ COnference and the International Soul Music Conferences in the ATL BUT, I will be attending the Western Hip Hop Conference on Saturday, September 4th here in LA. If you would like more information you can click here . I would love to meet and greet you as well as put in some WERK time!
This is only the first public appearance I will be making so keep your eyes and ears open!
Well, that's it for this edition for continued updates until the next blog follow me on Twitter @verbradio and on Facebook verbonradio. Also, new blog by Written is posted so chech that out here. See ya'll soon!

Love,

L.

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM WRITTEN

2010-07-25T16:24:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,
Normally I would have you go to the website www.writtenrapgod.com to read the latest edition of And So It Is Written, however, this was a very special blog that Written wanted to be sure everyone had a chance to read so I am posting it here.

Ep. 2 Melancholy Written
What’s Up Luvs!

Once again it's ya boy Written touching base with all my old and new friends. I want to thank my baby L. Marrie for doing her best at getting the music out. EWG in da house! Well, I want to start out this blog with honesty.

I thank everyone for supporting the music, it warms my heart, but it wouldn’t be me if I didn’t explain something to those supporting me. It's hard to say and even harder to write. We all make mistakes. I made a mistake, however, that will have me in prison for the next 5 years which is why you haven't been hearing much from me.

So for those who have been asking questions and sending comments via email or Facebook, though I have been unable to physically respond the words are mine, they’ve just been typed by L. Marrie. So while I may be in prison my music and my spirit are not!

So encourage your friends to check out the CD If Hip Hop Spoke and the video for Got a Hold On Me. I am still growing as a human being and nothing will stop that. The CD is phenomenal so don’t make the mistake of not being a part of If Hip Hop Spoke. I hope with all sincerity that you and I will grow together. I'm a lion in chains watch me break dem through my music!

Written--July 10,2010

Driftwood
We are driftwood riding the waves of life
Not guided but moved by strife, a boat with no sail or motor to initiate movement to be great
So carry me wherever you dream
I shall be whatever my fate
I will follow through that gate and I will carry my fear but even with her on my hip
I will adhere. Like driftwood on the sea, going wherever the tide takes me
Slave to nature’s destiny
Even past death my eternity forever on the sea of life
Slave to destiny

Written 2010 (new book of poetry coming soon!)

BYE BYE SUMMER

2010-07-25T15:34:00.000-07:00

Hello Verb Family!
Can you believe summer is almost gone already? The weather here in LA is already starting to cool down and the summer sky is losing its golden glow. I haven’t even had one plate of BBQ or slice of watermelon, haven’t been to a picnic or the beach either. I can honestly say though as much as I love summer I just can’t take the heat anymore so I guess it’s a good thing fall is rapidly approaching. Since we haven’t spoken since May I hope you all had a great 4th of July.
Since I’ve been telling you what I haven’t done guess you’re wondering what IS she doing LOL. Well I am working on several projects; the main ones are promoting If Hip Hop Spoke, Written’s CD and working hard to get Verb Radio back on the air. If you haven’t checked out the music yet (shame on you) please go by www.writtenrapgod.com and show Written some love. While you’re there don’t forget to sign up for the mailing list and street team. The website also has it’s own RSS feed you can sign up for so you will never be far from breaking news such as a new episode in And So It Is Written (new post today).
As far as getting Verb Radio up and running—it’s a challenge. Seems as though every time I overcome one obstacle another presents itself but ya’ll know me, I will make it work! I could really use some dedicated testers though, it would make things a lot easier and faster. All that’s required is an internet connection and speakers. I need a few folks who will be dedicated to logging onto the website Mon-Fri anytime between 7am-7pm as many times per day as possible and let me know if they are hearing the broadcast and if they are having any issues with the stream—that’s it. I may even be able to provide a small token for your dedication. If you’re interested drop me an email at lmforbes@ellenwrightgroup.com.
Well that’s about it for July! I will see you back here next month same time, same place, oh and if you have any BBQ or watermelon you can spare all donations proudly accepted. See you soon!
L.

ANNOUNCEMENT RE:SUBMISSIONS

2010-07-13T08:56:00.000-07:00

Good Morning BLOGGER! If anyone has made any submissions via the Verb Radio, Ellen Wright Group websites or using the lmforbes@ellenwrightgroup.com or newtalent@ellenwrightgroup.com those emails have been down. I apologize for the inconvenience but please resubmit as they are now working.

P.S. Check out the new video Independent Artistry 101 on Youtube!

VERB TV IS HERE!

2010-07-05T14:13:00.000-07:00

The Verb is now on Youtube! Look for Fifteen Miutes to Fame tips, tools and advice for the independent artist every week on Youtube with host L.Marrie.

WE'RE STILL HERE

2010-06-25T13:13:00.001-07:00

Hi everybody! As promised here is our update for June, I know you didn't think I would leave you hanging. Well as I am sure you realize Verb Radio is still down for repairs which is a good thing because when we come back everything and I mean EVERYTHING will be brand new (except the host of course--smile). New music, new programming and maybe even a few new guest hosts so keep watching here and here for the latest news and updates.

COMING SOON: The Verb's Tuesday Tuneup on YouTube! Keep watching for more details!

Well we are still on the grind getting Written's CD If Hip Hop Spoke out to the masses. I hope that everyone reading this has signed up for the mailing list and or street team. If you haven't because you just didn't find the time why not do it while you're here? Everything you need is in the sidebar...isn't that convenient?

I hear a lot of people complaining about the quality of music on the radio and being tired of hearing the same old crap. Truth is there is an abundance of great music put there, the problem is lack of support. If we don't support the independent artists their work will never be heard in the mainstream. So--how do you show your support? Glad you asked. First join their mailing lists and street teams then get your friends, mothers, fathers, dogs and cats to join and then they get their...well you get the idea. You never have to buy a CD to promote an indie artist but you do have to show there are people out there who want to hear their music.

Once you join a street team or fan page don't just sit there and do nothing. Add the artists music widgets to your page, if they are coming to perform in your area support them and most of all call radio stations and tell them you want to hear them on the air. You can control the music that gets promoted but you have to do your part as a fan.

AND SO IT IS WRITTEN

Written's new monthly blog is here! Share his insights, passions rants and raves at www.writtenrapgod.com
Here is a sample of what you can expect:

What it do! For those who do not know me I am Written.

First, let me thank L. Marrie for all of her hard work in getting my music out. Thank you and keep doing what you do baby!

That being said, If Hip Hop Spoke is my brain, soul and music child. To me it fills the void that both mainstream and underground hip hop have forgotten. On this album I talk about the struggle of the streets and how hard it can be in the inner city. I also talk about the positive urge that we all have to move on in the face of adversity and I do my best to talk about the love and hate we all face in this world. I do my damndest to bring hip hops essence back to the battle rap days where lyrical ability took the forefront over hype.
I truly love Hip Hop.

A lot of people say that my baby is in a state of emergency, I say hip hop is an ever changing cultural phenomenon that keeps its cultural integrity and makes itself known...

TO READ THE REST OF THIS BLOG
CLICK HERE

FIRST VIDEO FROM IF HIP HOP SPOKE

2010-05-30T13:01:00.000-07:00

This is the video for the single Got a Hold on Me from Written's If Hip Hop Spoke. Enjoy and please feel free to leave your comments.

WE ARE ON HIATUS AND HIP HOP TALKS A LOT

2010-05-27T08:49:00.000-07:00

Hello friends and family. First I want to offer my deepest apologies for not keeping this blog up to date. As we all know life happens and things fall to the wayside including the things we love. Thank you all for continuing to check here often because even though I haven't been here you have and the hits to this blog have not stopped.
Now, you will be happy to know that the blog WILL be updated on a monthly basis so beginning--now LOL. From now on you can expect to read news, views and updates right here on a monthly basis around the 25th of each month.
So, now that we have taken care of being here...

(Photo courtesy of iirraa http://www.flickr.com/photos/iirraa/collections/)

The Verb will no longer be on the air. Why? Because we do not feel that we are providing the quality and consistency that we desire for our broadcasts. We have become increasingly more dissatisfied with our broadcasting platform and it's limitations, therefore we have chosen to suspend broadcasting until we are able to provide the quality broadcasting our listeners deserve.

How long is that going to take?
We don't know. But when we come back The Verb will be bigger, better, faster, stronger and provide more of everything you as listeners want from Internet Radio.

So you're just going to leave us hanging?
You know we would never do that! We love our fans, so until we return you can catch up on our older shows by listening to the archives at www.blogtalkradio.com/the-verb.
You can download all of our shows on iTunes so you can take The Verb where ever you go.

You can follow us on Twitter @verbradio for more updates and of course ALWAYS check back here for the latest on where we are and what we are doing!

We LOVE you guys and don't worry we will be back very soon!

P.S. More blog below listen to Written's new CD If Hip Hop Spoke.

L. and Written

IF HIP HOP SPOKE the much awaited and anticipated freshman project by The Verb's own Written is now available. To learn more about IF HIP HOP SPOKE visit Written's website at www.writtenrapgod.com. Become a fan of Written ">here

Join Written's Street Team and Fan Page (see sidebar) for chances to win great prizes!

Here is a preview of what Hip Hop has to say.
WARNING: Hip Hop talks alot and does not care if it hurts your feelings

Stop Yapping and Start Helping Haiti

2010-01-16T17:53:00.000-08:00

Stop for a moment and use your cellphone to send much needed aid to Haiti. Text donations will be added to your cell phone bill however all carriers are not equipped to handle text donations. Once you have donated be sure to respond to any confirmation emails.

Text HAITI to 90999 to give $10 to the American Red Cross

Text HAITI to 25383 to give $5 to International Rescue Commitee

Text YELE to 501501 to give $5 to Yele Relief

Text RELIEF to 30644 to donate to Catholic Relief Services by credit card

Text CERF to 90999 to onate $5 to United Nations Foundation

Text DISASTER to 90999 to donate $10 to Compassion Internatonal

Also check out the Kimz Wimz show on Blog Talk Radio Sunday 1/17/10 when she discusses how you can donate in your community(www.blogtalkradio.com/kimzwimz)

Hear NYOIL's Be My Brother Haiti Mix. All proceeds from the download of this social conciousness piece go to Yele (www.petroleumempire.bandcamp.com/track/be-my-brother-haiti-relief-mix)

Donate to The Amaerican Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles by using the link below. You can create your own charity badge or find other charity organizations as well as volunteer information at networkforgood.org.

SPEND YOUR CHRISTMAS WITH AZ ONE

2009-11-30T17:43:00.000-08:00

Please join The Verb as we welcome back sisters Ayanna and Niambi to talk about the release of their Christmas CD. Just in time to add some soul to your holiday celebration or add some cheer to a loved ones Christmas stocking. Sneak a listen to "Santa Baby" at www.verbradio.com.

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2009-11-30T11:01:00.000-08:00

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NEO SOUL CHICK ARETTA HILL ON THE VERB'S TUESDAY TUNEUP

2009-11-23T08:14:00.000-08:00

The Verb welcomes Aretta Hill to The Verb's Tuesday Tuneup. One of our favorite featured artists will be here to give you a sultry start to your Thanksgiving holiday. Tune in on 11/24/09 5 pm PST.

Inside the Music Business

2009-11-22T13:49:00.000-08:00

Inside the Music Business

Sosa's lighter skin tone becomes Internet craze

2009-11-09T15:58:00.000-08:00

Sosa's lighter skin tone becomes Internet craze

PEOPLE GET READY THE MOVEMENT IS HERE

2009-10-18T13:12:00.000-07:00

THE FREE WORD MOVEMENT STARTS OCTOBER 19, 2009

PLEASE SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT BY VISITING THESE BTR SHOWS

Tune in to the inaugural celebration of Jiddy Talk Radio on Monday, October 19th, with your favorite host Roderic Boatman BKA “Tellit”.
JIDDY TALK RADIO The Free Word Order Itinerary

Call in number for Jiddy Talk: 347-884-8677 email address: boat-jiddy@hotmail.com www.blogtalkradio.com/tellitlikeitis

Jiddy Talk airs every Monday & Wednesday at 9pm CST and every Friday at 7pm CST. Tellit tells it like it is on topics such as sex, relationships, sports and entertainment (which include poetry, entertainers, writers and anything in between).

Tune in to The Chick's Corner and join host Angel Tucker-Carr BKA “Curvy Cowgirl”, NeXplicable P, Peaches, Angelia as they do it grown woman style every Fridays at 9pm CST. You can also catch Curvy Cowgirl and NeXplicable P on Sister to Sister on Tuesdays at 8pm CST.

Join hosts L. Marrie and Written on The Verb as they are clearly becoming the hardest working team on BTR. Catch the dynamic duo on Sunday’s at 12am, 10am & 3pm PST, Wed. at 8:30 PST, Friday’s at 6-9pm PST.

Check out an Ordinary Man’s Radio. We talk politics, entertainment, sports, life and everything else with hosts Jay, Bobby G, crazy Mack and Tyriq Stiles as he holds it down in the chat room! Tune in on Saturdays at 6pm EST.

The Coach K of Life Show with Coach K and Angel! Hosted by Karriem Smith aka Coach K of Life & Angel Eyes will motivate, elevate and inspire you to reach greater heights in your personal life and your professional career. Join Coach K & Angel to get from where you are to where you want to be!

Host Red Shaydez host Red Shaydez at the Hour on Sundays at 5pm EST. Join her as she discusses social issues and the entertainment industry while she takes you back down memory lane with some of the greatest old school hits ever recorded.

Join host Kimz Wimz in a modgepodge, mixed up, mix mash of much ado about everything that matters to the mass majority…at least Kimz hopes! Make sure and log into www.blogtalkradio.com/kimzwimz for up and coming show times.

09/23/09 AZ ONE TONIGHT ON BTR

2009-09-23T08:45:00.000-07:00

AZ ONE- Got Me Thinkin, Eyez On Me

Career Highlights:
2005: Performed the National Anthem in Miami, Fl for the WFL team, The Miami Fury (Women's Football League)
2006: Az One submitted an audition DVD to Black Entertainment Television (BET) and was selected to compete in the Wild Out Wednesday R&B Competition on one of the most popular top 10 countdown shows 106&Park. In March of 2006, they traveled to New York and competed in front of a live audience and won. They returned for the AllStars Competition in July of 2006 and took 2nd place but received over 278,000 computer votes.
2006: Az One soon received another top honor when they were hand selected by A&R Company Taxi and Billboard Magazine to perform in the Disc Makers Independent Music World Series. Thousands of demos were submitted, but only 6 finalists were selected to perform at the Elbo Room, in Chicago, IL. Az One was also the only female group selected.
2006: All the winners from BET's show Wild Out Wednesday were asked to compete in "Blaze The Stage" in New York, NY. Az One received the highest score for best stage performance.
2007: Az One released their debut Album titled "The Jump Off " in February 2007. Niambi & Ayanna were the executive producers. They also wrote every song on the album.
2007: Az One was featured on 99.7 Kiss FM in Springfield, IL. for the New Music Knockout. The first independent artists ever featured. Az One competed against The Goo Goo Dolls and won.
2007: Opened for Cassidy and Common in St. Louis, MO and Twista in Springfield,IL.
2007: Performed The National Anthem for Philadelphia 76ers Andre Iguodala's NBA Celebrity Charity Event.
2007: Named as one of the St. Louis' artists about to "blow up" in the St. Louis Whirl Magazine.
2007: Received an exclusive interview on St. Louis Radio One station 104.1FM.
2007: Selected as the featured artist of the week on the Clear Channel Music Website.
2008: Performed the National Anthem for the Professional Inline Hockey Association.
2008: Selected as the featured artist on Vibe Magazine's Blackplanet.com.
2008: Az One received an exclusive interview on ESPN's sports radio in St Louis, MO.
2009: Selected as artist of the month by Ludacris on Wemix.com
www.azonesing.com

MEL-O INTERVIEW TONIGHT

2009-09-09T14:49:00.000-07:00

MEL-O- No More

Hot southern charm and a Houston-bred smile... Mel-O is gonna make you sweat. No stranger to pressure, Mel-O's first curtain call came when her second-grade teacher gave her a choice: Sing or Detention. Not only did her version of Mary J. Blige's "I'm Going Down" save her from punishment, it caught the attention of her classmates and several teachers. Little Melissa Owens brought down the house and Mel-O was discovered. After her days of playground concerts & charming her way out of detention, Mel-O moved on to attend Johnston Performing Arts Middle School. Johnston Middle School has educated many prominent artists including another young starlet by the name of Beyonce. After graduating high school, Mel-O travelled to Los Angeles to pursue her dream. She studied audio engineering at Pasadena City College until tragedy struck when her grandfather & sole provider passed away. Mel-O was forced to drop out of school and support herself. Faced with some hard decisions, Mel-O decided to remain in Los Angeles. She continued pitching her songs while writing for other artists. Currently, Mel-O is working on her debut album. Her determination brings her to the next level... her charm brings her into the heart's of listeners.
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TALK TO L. AND WRITTEN LIVE!

2009-09-03T08:11:00.000-07:00

CALL 213 493 6006 To hear EXCLUSIVE updates, promotions and real talk that even The Verb's listeners may not hear! Special thanks to Roderic Boatman host of BTR's Tell It Like It Is (www.blogtalkradio.com/tellitlikeitis)for our sweet intro!

NETWORKING FOR BTR AND OTHER DALLAS AREA INTERNET RADIO HOSTS

2009-08-31T09:16:00.000-07:00

NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND 2010 DALLAS TEXAS COME AND MEET VERB RADIO!

DATES
02/12/09-02/15/09

LOCATION
The Radisson Hotel
1241 West Mockingbird Lane
Dallas TX 75247

INTERVIEW WITH THE SULTRY ARETTA HILL 09/02/09

2009-08-31T08:30:00.000-07:00

Aretta Hill-Everytime, My Life, Medicine

You have heard the soulful sultriness of Aretta Hill featured on The Verb for many weeks, now get to hear the woman outside of the voice. On Wednesday 09/02/09 The Verb welcomes special guest Aretta Hill.

More about Aretta:
It was not until the age of eight that the community started to recognize her extraordinary vocal ability. Surprised by the tremendous range of Aretta's vocals and the ability to create music she moved the hearts of audiences. Rooted in good music such as Gospel, Neo-Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Rock, and Pop, she embraced the dedication it takes to make it in the music business. Aretta's sultry, hypnotic voice has afforded her opportunities to sing for great artists such as T-Mo Goodie from Goodie Mobb and Ken Orr. She also sang backup and performed on tour with Eric Benet. Aretta has opened up for artists such as Anthony Hamilton, Urban Mystic, Glenn Lewis, Mystical, Do or Die, and other national acts. In addition to working with various artists, Aretta is currently finishing work on her first solo project. She is working with various producers, such as Kelvin Wooten .

NEW ARTISTS FEATURED ON THE VERB

2009-08-27T09:03:00.000-07:00

We would like to welcome these new artists to The Verb family! The music of these exceptional talents can be heard every Wednesday at 830pm PST, Friday at 8pm PST, Saturday at 12 am PST and Sunday at 3pm PST.

TJ BROWN

Born Tanya Jenine Brown, TJ was raised on the south side of Chicago. She studied music in high school and voice in college. Her favorite memory of music was singing for the teachers at her afterschool program. TJ says, “I was nervous but I remember feeling like I could fly and do anything and when I discovered I had a double gift from God and I could write--the feeling was indescribable.”

TJ had worked professionally as a session singer for ten years prior to deciding to pursue her own singing career. At the release of her album, Love’s Design, she was interviewed on Out the Box with Tim Dillinger and on Honeysoul.com with Vonnie Woods. She has also written for Ramel’s album, Closure.

TJ says about her style, “I maintain the smooth, I love sexy romantic music. I am a soul descendent of the past and a student of it as well.”
TJ Brown expresses her love of music through her music and she says, “No one should settle for something that they don’t want to do in life, sometimes sacrifices are made but you should do what you love and love what you do--I love music!”

INTERVIEW WITH CHICAGO'S D-MILLZ 08/26/09

2009-08-25T14:24:00.000-07:00

Interview with Chicago artist D-Millz, who has produced for artists such as Whitney Houston, Syleena Johnson, Fred Dubose, The Rule Brothers, Harrison Crump, Ray Steele and more. D-Millz has also had the pleasure of playing with some of the worlds greatest artists such as Vickie Winans.
Tomorrow 830 pm PST www.blogtalkradio.com/the-verb

THE VERB WELCOMES SINGER SONGWRITER MELINA 07/15/09

2009-07-14T09:52:00.000-07:00

South Africa's hottest young up and coming star Melina is here with us for an exclusive interview. From her escape from the Congo to her success as a performer this 19 year old powerhouse has many stories to tell. Join L. Marrie for 60 minutes of verbal stimulation.

WRITTEN AND A FEW WORDS ABOUT WHAT WE DO

2009-07-12T23:15:00.000-07:00

UTIF RECIPE FOR 07/10/09

2009-07-10T08:10:00.000-07:00

It's UTIF and The Verb is taking it back old school and classique. This week's recipe is for Vodka screwdrivers. Do they call them screwdrivers because after a couple you're screwed in the head? While I don't know the answer to that I do know that Written and I will be sipping ours while listening to hot poets scorch the mic on tonight's Speak Your Piece open mic show!

VODKA SCREWDRIVER

INGREDIENTS

Vodka
Orange juice
Ice
Tall glasses (Highball)

DIRECTIONS

1 1/2-2 ounces of vodka
4-6 ice cubes
Top with orange juice
Stir
Serve

UTIF DRINK RECIPES FOR 06/30/09

2009-06-30T16:29:00.000-07:00

Ahhh summer what better way to celebrate the hottest time of the year but with a ice cold picture of iced tea or lemonade? Well this ain't yo mama's lemonade or tea (unless yo mama is a chartes member of AA). On this edition of UTIF it's Long Island Iced Tea and Lynchburg Lemonade. Tune in to The Verb for free drinks and freedom of speech as we celebrate our independence from the Friday grind. Friday is open mic night so feel free to call and speak your piece!

LONG ISLAND ICED TEA

INGREDIENTS

1 fluid ounce vodka
1 fluid ounce gin
1 fluid ounce triple sec liqueur
1 fluid ounce rum
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage

DIRECTIONS

Pour vodka, gin, triple sec and rum together into a large pitcher and adjust the cola proportions to your personal taste and stir. Pour into a tall glass with ice.

LYNCHBURG LEMONADE (courtesy of jackdaniels.com)

INGREDIENTS

1 part Jack Daniel’s® Tennessee Whiskey
1 part triple sec
1 part sour mix

DIRECTIONS

Stir all ingredients with 4 parts lemon-lime soda. Garnish with a lemon slice and cherries.

MY ISLAND TEA

This is a variation of the Long Island Tea based on a punch recipe from an old friend. I don't really measure anything so just add everything to taste. This recipe is very sweet due to the concentration of tea so some may want to add just a little water.

INGREDIENTS

Any type of instant tea mix (sweetened)

Lemon Lime Soda

Vodka, Gin, Rum, Whiskey whatever turns you on

DIRECTIONS

In a lareg pitcher add 2-3 cups of instant tea mix. Fill pitcher half full with lemon lime soda and stir. Add alcohol as little or as much as you want. I have had this with Vodka and Seagrams 7 (not together), but it also works if you add the traditional mix of alcohols that go into a Long Island Tea. Chill and serve in tall glasses filled with ice.

WARNING THIS DRINK WILL SNEAK YOU FROM BEHIND SO BE CAREFUL!

RIP

2009-06-26T10:30:00.000-07:00

These three will forever be American icons. I remember thinking that Johnny Carson was for old people until I was old enough to stay up and watch, the voice of Ed McMahon is one I personally will never forget, only thing is I wish he would have brought me one of those giant checks!

Farrah Fawcett, always wanted that hair and remember wearing mine in her signature wings ( my mother has pics to prove it). I selected this picture of her because I used to have this same poster hanging on my bedroom wall. She was a beautiful woman with a gorgeous smile even to the end.

MJ, what more can be said about him? He was my pretend boyfriend forever, and though many made fun of him no one can deny this man was a musical genius and extraordinary performer. A friend said why is it that when celebs die we think the world is coming to an end and everyone is dying? Maybe it is because the world they have created for us has come to an end. Bravo Ed, Farrah and Mike the show may be over but the memory remains. Turn out the lights and exit stage left.

THE VERB'S SEXY SISTAS-07/01/09

2009-06-24T09:17:00.000-07:00

Will be broadcast 07/01/09!

L.Marrie brings you 60 minutes of the sultry, sexy and sensational songstresses and lyricists we like to call The Verb's Sexy Sista's. Aretta Hill, Az One, Jilletta Gill, Melina, Alise Leslie, Ifa Bumi and Mel-O provide the sensual vibe for today's show.

WE ARE ON iTUNES!

2009-06-23T13:02:00.000-07:00

PUT US IN YOUR EAR--HERE

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=319507355

UTIF RECIPES FOR 06/26/09

2009-06-22T13:27:00.000-07:00

All drinks for this episode are served as shots but hey if you want a big one GO FOR IT!

LIGHT FOREPLAY

BUTTERY NIPPLE WITH A CHERRY KISS
• 1/2 oz Butterscotch schnapps
• 1/2 oz Bailey's Irish Cream
• 1 tsp Cherry liqueur
Directions
Layer Bailey's on top of Butterscotch. Place a cherry on top of a spoon and pour the while pouring the cherry liquer into the shot.

COCK SUCKING COWBOY (ALMOST THE SAME AS ABOVE)
Drink Ingredients
• 1 tsp. Irish Cream
• 30 ml. Butterscotch Schnapps

Directions
Pour the schnapps into the shot glass, then using either the back of tea-spoon or a maraschino cherry, pour the Irish cream in, making sure that it stays on top of the schnapps.

THE HARD FUCK

BLACK AND BLUE SHARK
Drink Ingredients
• 1 oz Jack Daniels
• 1/2 oz Gold tequila (Cuervo)
• 1/2 oz Vodka
• 1/2 oz Blue Curacao

Directions
Mix all ingredients into a small shot glass and enjoy.

DEVASTATING BODY ROCKER
Drink Ingredients
• 1 part Blackberry brandy
• 1 part Gin

Directions
Pour in shot glass.

UTIF DRINK RECIPES FOR 06/19/09

2009-06-19T13:26:00.000-07:00

We're KISSing on this one (Keeping it Simple Stupid). Mix Taaka or your favorite brand of Vodka with whatever you choose (I like Hawaiian Punch). When you get tired of that drink a few glasses of Arbor Mist (must try Blackberry Merlot...yum). Written actually likes to mix them both together. Whatever you choose to do PLEASE use the GOOD glasses!

SPECIAL JUNETEENTH EDITION

2009-06-19T10:32:00.000-07:00

Juneteenth is a celebration of the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 and a time to reflect on where black society has come from and where we are going. Join L. Marrie and Written tomorrow 06/20/09 at 5pm PST for a look at Juneteeth, its origins and what it means to the black community. This will be our first LIVE show so we encourage you to call in with your reflections and comments.

YOU CAN LISTEN TO THE SHOW HERE...

OR GO TO WWW.BLOGTALKRADIO.COM/THE-VERB

TALK ABOUT FUN AND SEXY RADIO

2009-06-17T18:18:00.000-07:00

THE VERB'S MIDWEEK FREAK

Every Wednesday at 3pm PST host L. Marrie brings listeners 60 minutes of verbal stimulation with smooth tunes and sultry rhymes known as The Verb’s Mid Week Freak. This show features artist as well as expert interviews nestled between sexy spoken word , smooth R&B, Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop beats.

UNDER THE INFLUENCE FRIDAYS

On Fridays at 8pm PST host L. Marrie is joined by producer Sylvester Wright aka Written for Under the Influence Fridays. Straight shots and straight talk are what listeners get in this open forum show. Guests are invited to sample drink recipes along with the hosts and call in to give their comments on whatever the evening’s topic may be. This show is fun, unpredictable and free flowing just like the alcohol.
Check the blog each week for featured drink recipes!

HEAR THE FUTURE

2009-06-03T14:43:00.001-07:00

Check here to listen to commercials for upcoming shows...yea I know who wants to hear commercials but trust me you'll love these!

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THE VERB AIR DATE 05/27/09 3PM PST

2009-05-27T11:11:00.001-07:00

VERB PRODUCER SYLVESTER WRIGHT

VERB HOST L. MARRIE

The Verb featuring smooth tunes to move your hips and sultry chocolate dipped rhymes slipped between your lips. Join sexy host L. Marrie for 60 minutes of verbal stimulation. On today's show The Verb's producer, Sylvester Wright, plays host and delves way too deeply into L. Marrie's most intimate secrets as they discuss her book Amuse Bouche: A Woman's Craving for a Taste of Love. Both Sly and L. drop a few poems and excerpts from the book while Sly tries to persuade L. to dish on the inspiration behind the words. Hot, steamy, sexy fun. Also hear excerpts from upcoming interviews with band For Da Grind from New Zealand and singer/songwriter Melina from South Africa.

Todays Featured Artists 05/27/09:

Jilletta Gill /Melina

Alise Leslie

D Millz/For Da Grind

AZ ONE- Got Me Thinkin, Eyez On Me

THE VERB REMIX!

2009-05-22T10:43:00.000-07:00

Hear the premiere broadcast of The Verb on Blog Talk Radio, tonight at 8pm PST. Tonight the chat room will be open so that you can talk with Sylvester and L. Marrie. The show has been totally remixed and remastered making it even better than the first time. Don't miss the remix show!

2009-05-20T10:20:00.001-07:00

VERB RADIO HOST L. MARRIE If you missed today's premiere of Verb Radio you missed host L. Marrie expose it all as she talked about her book Amuse Bouche: A Woman's Craving for a Taste of Love, while show Producer Sylvester Wright made everyone sweat with a little freestyle poetry and discussed his book Less Traveled the Road. L. Marrie posed the thought provoking question--is LOVE a noun or a verb, hmmmmm. What do you think? Let us know here

You also missed highlights on upcoming shows such as the exciting interview scheduled with the hot New Zealand group 4DG.

If you're looking for more of The Verb's oral and auditory stimulation, you can find the show archived here

or

Tune in to blogtalkradio.com/the-verb on Friday for a rebroadcast of today's show.

You can hear The Verb every Wednesday at 3P.M. PST and Friday at 8 P.M. PST

Artists featured on today's show:

Jilletta Gill- Don't Go

From the age of four, Jilletta Gill knew that she wanted to sing. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, she grew up singing in the choirs at the St. John Missionary Baptist Church. She was content to sing in the choir until the events of one day changed her life forever. Jilletta was asked by her elementary school TAG teacher to sing the Star Spangled Banner for a school wide assembly, beating out several other students for the honor. From then on, Jilletta's life was focused on music. To further her love of music, Jilletta was accepted into the world renowned Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, which is now famously known as "Grammy High." While attending college, Jilletta won several talent shows and contests, one of which allowed her to be the opening act for Montell Jordan and Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz. Since graduating for the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Music Degree with a vocal concentration, Jilletta has continued her musical growth, branching out into the writing her own songs. Jilletta has taught elementary music in the Dallas Independent School District for the last 6 years. Recently, Jilletta received her Masters of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix and hopes to start her own record label.

www.myspace.com/melodiousdiva

Aretta Hill-Everytime, My Life

It was not until the age of eight that the community started to recognize her extraordinary vocal ability. Surprised by the tremendous range of Aretta's vocals and the ability to create music she moved the hearts of audiences. Rooted in good music such as Gospel, Neo-Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Rock, and Pop, she embraced the dedication it takes to make it in the music business. Aretta's sultry, hypnotic voice has afforded her opportunities to sing for great artists such as T-Mo Goodie from Goodie Mobb and Ken Orr. She also sang backup and performed on tour with Eric Benet. Aretta has opened up for artists such as Anthony Hamilton, Urban Mystic, Glenn Lewis, Mystical, Do or Die, and other national acts. In addition to working with various artists, Aretta is currently finishing work on her first solo project. She is working with various producers, such as Kelvin Wooten .
www.myspace.com/arettahillmusic

D-Millz-Let's Make Love

D-Millz is one of the best rising overall talents yet to be seen and heard in the music world. D-Millz has the capability to compose in any genre of music. Growing up on Chicago's South Side, D-Millz youthful experience in music, playing and singing in church, and producing for various artists has cultivated him into the complete package. With 26 years of piano/organ expertise, D-Millz is very skillful and he has a passion for his craft. D-Millz has produced for artists such as Whitney Houston, Syleena Johnson, Fred Dubose, The Rule Brothers, Harrison Crump, Ray Steele and more. D-Millz has also had the pleasure of playing with some of the worlds greatest artists such as Vickie Winans, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Lemme Battles, Bishop Larry D. Trotter & The Sweet Holy Spirit Choir, The Queen of Gospel: Albertina Walker,Phil Tarver, Marvin Sapp, Michael Weatherspoon, Mark Hubbard, St. Mark Choir and many more. Currently, D-Millz has 3 tremendous singles entitled: So Glad We Met, Let's Make Love, and I Should Have Prayed. D-Millz has been interviewed on the World Vibe Radio Network, and on Skate Talk with Bodyguard in the recent past. D-Millz is definitely someone you should know and someone we will all come to know in the near future.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=d-millz&x=0&y=0

Spoken Word Artist- Alise Leslie

Love at First Sight, Tongue Twisted

Alise Leslie a.k.a.Naturally Alise is a poet, blogger, and spoken word artist living in Durham, NC. Her love for words and performance developed at an early age and continues to grow stronger. She loves to share her deep passion for words and is a firm believer in this quote from one of her poems: "All work and no wordplay makes Alise a dull gal." Alise is a 2001 graduate of North Carolina Central University. She has been a feature and slam poet in the Raleigh/Durham area since 2005 and published her first volume of poetry, "Alise in Wonderland" in 2008. Additionally, she is the writer of the following popular blogs:
http://naturallyalise.blogspot.com/
http://blackwomanlost.blogspot.com/

4DG- Remember

4 Da Grind was born out of 5 friends whose common bond lies in their driving passion
for music. The quest to share their gift with the world has produced a sound that especially identifies with those grinding it out, doing the hard yards, making a buck in
work that more often destroys the soul. Yet grinding it out they must in order to survive. Influenced by genres from Tock to Jazz, R&B, Reggae, County & Soul, each has his own musical preference from the sounds of Metallica to Earth Wind & Fire or Jagged Edge all of which can be identified in the subtleties of 4DG’s vocal harmonies and musical arrangements. As proud as they are of theirsound, what is most important to 4DG is the lyric. “Our lyrics need to havemeaningand purpose.” As one band member put it, “The lyrics are an expression of all of our combined experiences and I never want to trivialize the importance of those experiences. Their members hail from South Auckland, Remuera and reaching out West with experiences out o each culminating in a hard wired DNA dripping in cultural diversity that is rich in Maori, Samoan and Tongan family heritage.

http://www.bebo.com/4dg
www.myspace.com/fordagrind

MELINA- Keep On

Melina is a talented 19 year old singer/songwriter with a powerhouse voice who plays the classical guitar.
Born a few days after Christmas in the Republic of Congo, civil war forced her family to move to South Africa in 1995. She is Congolese, Angolan and Belgian.
At 16 she recorded her 1st demo CD, an album entitled Rhythm of Life. A buzz began. In August 2006 her track Keep Me Coming Back was chosen to be played on local radio station 5-FM as part of a demo contest. UJ-FM played 2 more of her songs: Let It Go and Not the End. At 18 she auditioned for the University of Johannesburg Choir and began singing Choral music. In 2008 the choir traveled extensively, performing throughout Europe – Germany, France, Denmark and the Czech Republic. To date Melina has written over 50 R&B and pop songs. Each of her songs reflects a lesson she’s learned or continues to learn.
Melina’s audience continues to grow as her infectious songs catch fire. Songs on MySpace (www.myspace.com/melinasings) are racking up higher numbers every month. She’s also on YouTube(melinakat) and recently started a twitter account (www.twitter.com/melinasings ). Plans for 2009 include more performances, getting signed to a major label and recording a 2nd CD. Her music is rapidly beginning to catch the attention of audiences from the US, Europe and Several African Countries. Her goal is to be one of the industry’s platinum-selling artists!

MEL-O- No More

http://myspace.com/melowens

LISTEN TO THE VERB HERE- PREMIERES 05/20/09

2009-05-19T09:54:00.001-07:00

VERB RADIO PREMIERE SHOW

2009-05-13T15:28:00.000-07:00

VERB RADIO HOST L. MARRIE If you missed today's premier of Verb Radio you missed host L. Marrie expose it all as she talked about her book Amuse Bouche: A Woman's Craving for a Taste of Love, while show Producer Sylvester Wright made everyone sweat with a little freestyle poetry and discussed his book Less Traveled the Road. L. Marrie posed the thought provoking question--is LOVE a noun or a verb, hmmmmm. What do you think? Let us know here

You also missed highlights on upcoming shows such as the exciting interview scheduled with the hot New Zealand group 4DG.

If you're looking for more of The Verb's oral and auditory stimulation, you can find the show archived here

or

Tune in to blogtalkradio.com/the-verb on Friday for a rebroadcast of today's show.

You can hear The Verb every Wednesday at 3P.M. PST and Friday at 5P.M.

Artists featured on today's show:

Jilletta Gill- Don't Go

the following popular blogs:
http://naturallyalise.blogspot.com/
http://blackwomanlost.blogspot.com/

4DG- Remember

4 Da Grind was born out of 5 friends whose common bond lies in their driving passion
for music. The quest to share their gift with the world has produced a sound that especially identifies with those grinding it out, doing the hard yards, making a buck in
work that more often destroys the soul. Yet grinding it out they must in order to survive. Influenced by genres from Tock to Jazz, R&B, Reggae, County & Soul, each has his own musical preference from the sounds of Metallica to Earth Wind & Fire or Jagged Edge all of which can be identified in the subtleties of 4DG’s vocal harmonies and musical arrangements. As proud as they are of theirsound, what is most important to 4DG is the lyric. “Our lyrics need to havemeaningand purpose.” As one band member put it, “The lyrics are an expression of all of our combined experiences and I never want to trivialize the importance of those experiences. Their members hail from South Auckland, Remuera and reaching out West with experiences out o each culminating in a hard wired DNA dripping in cultural diversity that is rich in Maori, Samoan and Tongan family heritage.

http://www.bebo.com/4dg
www.myspace.com/fordagrind

MELINA- Keep On

MEL-O- Make You Sweat

http://myspace.com/melowens

WHERE DOES TIME GO

2009-04-29T15:44:00.000-07:00

If only time could stand still, slow down anything just to let me catch up! It seems I am always on the move so in essence I am the personification of the verb--moving, growing, dreaming, evolving, creating, loving, wishing, doing...being. As much as I might whine about it, I really wouldn't change a thing : )

REVERBERATION

2009-04-20T10:59:00.000-07:00

The word is reaching around the world! Just spent the weekend lining up guests both national and INTERNATIONAL! Verb Radio...don't just hear it, feel it!

ANTICIPATION

2009-04-17T08:39:00.000-07:00

I am so anticipating my first broadcast and apparently so are others. Twitter has been a flutter with talk of The Verb. We have some hot talent lined up you will NOT want to miss this show! What we have in store for you can only be compared a moist tongue on a soft clit...mmm so I know you don't want to miss THAT!

Snaps,
L.

HOT HOT HOT

2009-04-16T13:52:00.000-07:00

The show is coming along great! Please don't miss our premiere it is going to be soooo HOT you might want to listen in your underwear LOL.

Snaps,
L.

WE'RE COMING...ARE YOU?

2009-04-15T09:13:00.000-07:00

Verb Radio...get caught in the movement or move out of the way!
Verb Radio is looking for singers and spoken word artists to add to our playlist. If you have a demo and want to be featured contact us at lmforbes@ellenwrightgroup.com. Performers--have an upcoming show? Tell the world... or at least a fraction of it on Verb Radio.
Verb Radio is coming, are you?

Snaps,
L.
http://twitter.com/verbradio
http://blogtalkradio.com/The-Verb

MOVING IN

2009-04-15T08:34:00.000-07:00

Verb Radio is coming and it's coming quick! Getting things ready for my new radio show on blogtalkradio.com. This has been a dream of mine to host a radio show and now I am finally doing it.