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#SummerofBrittny | August

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It's officially fall but I haven't concluded #SummerofBrittny. This has been the first time I'm truly heartbroken that the seasons are changing because it ones of the best summers of my life. It was a summer of endless adventures, meeting new friends, creating memories with friends and family-- most of which I will never forget. 

Here's the last run down of #SummerofBrittny 

I went to the Bachelor audition that were held in Cleveland. My boss is a super fan and convinced me to try out. I personally believe I would have been an amazing addition to the show but during the audition, the producer I had my interview with was such a dull and that turned my energy down which probably made the casting directors believe I wasn't a great fit. Too bad, they missed out on a great gem. I mean, I just had dongs all over the world! How many contestants can say that? 

I totally lied about my weight. There was no way they were going to get the real digits for that. 

I totally lied about my weight. There was no way they were going to get the real digits for that. 

I finally tried the famous Sokolowski for the first time since I've moved here. It was AH MAZE ZING, but I needed to be rolled out of the restaurant because I was so stuffed. 

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Attended a Tribe game against the Yanks. I of course rooted for MY home team, the New York Yankees and wore my Aaron Judge jersey. Although the Yankees lost the first game of the series, I had an amazing time with my friend Sarah. 

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I launched this wonderful place, Pierre into My Life that has done incredibly well and brought so much joy into my life. I never thought so many people would enjoy this little safe space where I could write my thoughts, but I am thankful for those riding with me on this journey. 

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Danced and sang my little heart out at the Coldplay concert with my friend Joseph. My first time seeing them live and they have easily become a top 5 best show I have ever seen. Joseph and his brother, John, came from Columbus to have a weekend with me. #Blessed. 

I stumbled upon Green Day having an altercation with a Browns fan on my way home. I walked into it shortly after it all started and I had headphones on so I missed what created the issues. All I know is the Browns fan told Green Day to get out of his city. What has Green Day ever done to Cleveland? 

Attended She in the CLE's 2nd Anniversary and met other amazing Cleveland bloggers at the shindig. (My Jay Z piece was published on She in the CLE this month as well.) It was such a nice mixer to help celebrate an amazing platform for women. From left to right, me, Kate of Greatest Escapist, Brittney of According to Brittney, and Katie of Soul Connect Tribe. 

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I also lost 15 lbs this summer. Finally shedding some of the Midwest weight I've gained since moving out here. I was super proud of myself for the pounds I have lost and now I'm trying to gain a little more muscle for the winter. 

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Welp, it's time to say goodbye to the eventful #SummerofBrittny. Pour one out for the end of a great summer. 

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Artist Spotlight: Jamila Woods and Matt LeGrand

Photo Courtesy: Jamila Woods 

Photo Courtesy: Jamila Woods 

Jamila Woods | LSD feat. Chance the Rapper

Jamila Woods released the video for the dope track “LSD” featuring Chance the Rapper. The Chicago-based singer wanted the collaboration of the video to represent her hometown, so much so that she reached out to Chicago Public Schools to have its students have an input on the video.


Woods and Chance reached out to CPS and allowed aspiring filmmakers to submit their treatment for the video in order to have the opportunity to work on the video. Prosser Career Academy student Ashley Huicochea was selected as the winner and was able to shadow the directors Vincent Martell and Sam Bailey on the production.

FULL LIST OF STUDENT WINNERS

Ashley Huicochea - Prosser Career Academy- 12 (graduated)- Treatment Winner/Director Shadow

Precious Ingram- Simeon Career Academy- 10/11- Wardrobe Shadow

Patricia Frazier- Gwendolyn Brooks College Prep- 12 (graduated)- Camera Shadow

Sara Gieger- Kenwood Academy- 12 (graduated) - Camera Shadow

Cleo Shine- Nicolas Senn High- 12 (graduated) - Camera Shadow

Emilio Nieto- Lindblom Math and Science Academy- 11/12- Art Direction Shadow

Jaylon Guyton- Bulls College Prep- 12 (graduated)- Art Direction Shadow

Jamila Woods 'LSD' from 'HEAVN' Stream / Download available now Physical available Oct 6th https://jamilawoods.lnk.to/heavn Directed by: Sam Bailey + Vincent Martell Written by: Ashley Huicochea Producer: Jordan Phelps Director of Photography: Ashley Thompson Assistant Director: Nick Marchese Editor: Greg Stephen Reigh Colourist: Lindsey A.

 

Matt LeGrande | All Good

Photo Courtesy: Interwind Agency

Photo Courtesy: Interwind Agency

I must have Chicago on my mind because the next artist, Matt LeGrand also comes from the windy city. LeGrand is a pop singer who can play every instrument in the book, from guitar to drums. The 22 year old singer released the single “All Good” a few weeks ago which is the perfect summer track with an upbeat island vibes with catchy and empowering lyrics. Don’t let the good looks fool you, “All Good” is all about enjoying life but also to have self-care and being okay with yourself. 

 

Thank you for watching! I encourage everyone to comment, like, and share this! I want to here from you guys! #allgood #allgoodvibes #mattlegrand #selflove Listen to the full track on Soundcloud as well!

10 Music Videos More Iconic Than P!nk's Entire Videography

Photo Courtesy: Getty Images

Photo Courtesy: Getty Images

Yesterday MTV announced who will receive the prestigious award during the Video Music Awards, the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. An award that is presented to artists with innovative and memorable music videos in their career. Previous recipients include, Janet Jackson, U2, David Bowie, Britney Spears, and  Kanye West to name a few.

Photo Courtesy : MTV

Photo Courtesy : MTV

This year’s Vanguard Award will be presented to P!nk. Yeah, you read that last sentence correctly. P!nk, who is amazing musician, a fantastic vocalist, and an advanced acrobat will be in the same category as Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson and Peter Gabriel. It's baffling that MTV decided to hand P!nk an award where not only to celebrate an artist for their creative visuals, but also their influence on pop culture and music. P!nk is not one of those artists. Here are 10 more memorable music videos than anything P!nk has released in her career. 

1.  Busta Rhymes | What's It Gonna Be? 

I could easily choose many of Busta’s music videos as he is one of the most criminally underrated lyricists but also visually creative, especially for hip-hop. He was putting stunning imagery in his videos that wasn't done before in hip-hop. "What's It Gonna Be?" is one of the most expensive music videos ever made, costing nearly 2 million dollars.  

© 2006 WMG What's It Gonna Be?! (Video)

2.  Missy Elliott | The Rain

Missy Elliott is another artist who deserves her respect and should be rewarded a Video Vanguard Award. There isn’t anyone who can constantly innovates different ways we view music.

Watch Missy Elliott's greatest music videos here: http://smarturl.it/missyelliottyt Subscribe to Missy Elliot's YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/missyelliott Click here to download Missy Elliott's tracks on iTunes: http://www.itunes.com/missyelliott http://www.missy-elliott.com/ http://www.facebook.com/missyelliott http://www.twitter.com/missyelliott http://www.youtube.com/atlanticvideos (subscribe)

3.   Foo Fighters | Learn to Fly

Earlier Foo Fighters music videos were always hysterical, odd, and fun. Even if you were not into their music, you could appreciate the effort they put behind their music videos.

Foo Fighters' official music video for 'Learn To Fly'. Click to listen to Foo Fighters on Spotify: http://smarturl.it/FooFSpotify?IQid=FooFLTF As featured on Greatest Hits.

4.  Gwen Stefani | What You Waiting For?

Gwen Stefani entered her solo era in a whimsical way. From writer's block to slipping into her wonderland with Vivienne Westwood gowns, Stefani proved she could be a star on her own. 

Music video by Gwen Stefani performing What You Waiting For?. (C) 2004 Interscope Records

5.  Lady Gaga | Bad Romance

Sometimes there are music videos that bolster artists into super stardom, that video was “Bad Romance” for Lady Gaga.

LADY GAGA / JOANNE NEW ALBUM / OUT NOW iTunes: http://smarturl.it/Joanne Google Play: http://smarturl.it/Joanne.gp Amazon: http://smarturl.it/Joanne.amz LadyGaga.com: http://smarturl.it/GagaStore FOLLOW LADY GAGA: http://www.facebook.com/ladygaga http://www.twitter.com/ladygaga http://www.instagram.com/ladygaga http://www.snapchat.com/add/ladygaga http://smarturl.it/LG.sp EMAIL LIST: http://smarturl.it/LadyGaga.News Music video by Lady Gaga performing Bad Romance. (C) 2009 Interscope Records #VEVOCertified on January 31, 2010. http://www.vevo.com/certified http://www.youtube.com/vevocertified

6.  M.I.A. | Bad Girls

The Fast and the Furious: Middle East drift.

THE POP DIASPORA OF M.I.A.: http://bit.ly/1pFnExp Watch MIA respond to comments left on this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fweHtun3LY ** For the best viewing experience, watch in 1080p (HD). M.I.A. OFFICIAL SITE | MIAUNIVERSE: http://www.miauk.com ** Head to http://www.youtube.com/noisey to check out our other shows.

7.  OK Go | Here It Go Again

Treadmills + dancing = YouTube viral video.

Music video by OK Go performing Here It Goes Again (The Treadmill Video).

8.  Daft Punk | One More Time

Daft Punk have inspired majority of today's pop music visually and musically.  

Official video for Daft Punk's "One More Time" from the album Discovery. Explore the incredible Daft Punk catalogue on iTunes here: http://smarturl.it/DaftPunkiTunes "One More Time" remains Daft Punk's biggest commercial hit to date. It was first released as a single in Nov. 2000 and later included in their 2001 Discovery album.

9.  Sia | Chandelier

Sia has always found beautiful ways to portray her music and Chandelier" is one of her best.

Sia's official music video for 'Chandelier'. Click to listen to Sia on Spotify: http://smarturl.it/SSpot?IQid=SiaC As featured on 1000 Forms Of Fear.

10.  Nine Inch Nails | Closer

90’s rock bands and artists provided odd, thought provoking, interesting music videos that really helped captured the MTV movement.  “Closer” pushed the envelope with a 19th century mad scientist’s laboratory that showed religion, sex, animal cruelty and politics.  

Music video by Nine Inch Nails performing Closer. (C) 1989 Interscope Records