GoodLifers, this Saturday come out and celebrate the Life of Jason Stewart (J Stew) at Billy's.This will be a good event to attend and support the big homie and his family. So after "Rock the Rapid" come over to Billy's and show some love and respect to a brother, that changed the game for fashion in the city of Grand Rapids, MI. RIP J Stew, hope this event makes you proud.
What's up GoodLifers! We are back with another album review, and personal I have been waiting months for this to drop. 2 Chainz (AKA Tity Boi) has released his debut solo album, "Based on A T.R.U Story." This album is full of bangers, with the hit "No Lie" feat. Drake and " Birthday Song" feat. Kanye West. The album goes hard and if you are looking for a good CD to dance or to workout to, this album would be a great fit. With over a 100,000 units moved in the first week, it looks like 2 Chainz may have a solid career in the rap game. Make sure you go out and buy 2 Chainz debut album "Based On A T.R.U Story" GRADE: B
Here at the GoodLifeCampaign we are closing in on our First Anniversary!! It is very exciting because in a short year we have been able to meet so many great artists and people. It is truly a blessing to be able to go to shows, listen to music and write about it. I have always loved Hip Hop because of the expression, and now as a team we are able to consume as much as we can, and write it off in taxes!!! Only in America!! Where's Don King at??!!
Given that we are approaching our first year, it is only right to highlight someone that has put in more than his share of years into the Hip Hop community. When certain things come to mind a person's face could be attached to it. Avon Barksdale to the dope game. Turbo to break dancing. MC Lil Mack to Hip Hop.
While the first two names are from classic movies or television series, MC Lil Mack is as real as they come, and very true to Hip Hop. I met Lil Mack years ago searching for somewhere to perform. I just moved from Kalamazoo and was experimenting with rhyming. I had a group of performers from the Zoo, but really didn't know many people in Grand Rapids at the time. I went out to Teazer's on a Tuesday night, chopped it up with Lil Mack, and two weeks later the whole team from the Zoo came down and rocked the entire night!! That's love!! What he did was something I hadn't experienced before. He didn't care where we were from, just heard the music, and let us get down!! That was one of my first live performances ever!! The Roots of where the GoodLifeCampaign started to form!!
Long story short, life happens and I was away from the scene for about 1 1/2 years. Once I was able to get out, Lil Mack was the first guy I came looking for. Where did I find him?? At Teazer's djing for BattleMania. No matter what goes on, you know that Lil Mack will be somewhere standing tall for Hip Hop in the city of Grand Rapids. The Man is the definition of a true Hip Hop head!! Whether sunshine or rain days, throughout all the good press or bad press for Hip Hop, one thing that you can count on is that he will be there standing tall for the Art. The respect he is given around the city and beyond is because he has earned it, and no one can question his love for what he does. He has worked with damn near every artist in the area because he has been attached to shows for years.
MC Lil Mack lives, breathes, and eats Hip Hop!! Be sure to check him out at a venue in the city!!
Below is the interview uncut with MC Lil Mack. Enjoy!!
What's the deal GoodLife fam?? You know what it is over here, still at it, still grinding. We are learning on the job, that's for sure!!
One man I felt helped give us a bit of an education is Moe Money McCoy. If you have heard the name, it could have came from several other lanes besides music. I have seen him commentating boxing matches, performing at shows, producing tv shows, you name it, he has done it. A true entrepreneur understands risks and thrives because of it. No matter what the venture, Moe goes hard in the paint like Charles Barkley in the 90's!! He understands marketing and branding on a level most don't.
Whether you are an artist, business person, or someone looking to start a business, I suggest you contact Moe McCoy and have a conversation. He is extremely approachable, and most importantly humble. I'm making daily steps in my journey for the GoodLife, and Moe has a few tools that certainly help.
Check out the interview below!!
We look forward to working with Moe Money McCoy in the future with several different endeavors!!
Hello GoodLifers, it's been 5 years since Lupe Fiasco released his debut album Food and Liquor. On September 25th Lupe is back with Food and Liquor 2. Here is the first single off the new album "Around My Way (Freedom Ain't Free)." Also look for the new single "Lamborghini Angels" which drops on August 14th
Hello again GoodLifers, we are back with another album review. This week's album is Rick Ross God Forgive, I Don't. Sorry it took so long to review this album, but there were a few people telling me to listen to the album more, before I made my final decision. Rick Ross is back with his fourth album, and just like the other three the beats are hot! God Forgive, I Don't is filled with a lot of hot features, such as NaS, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and Andre 3000, but with all the guest features does not make the album hot. I will admit, there are a few songs that I can rock with but each of those songs have a guest feature. Rick Ross has a few lines in a couple of songs, that left me scratching my head; like he had flow like Rakim and in five songs he reference that he's "court side at the Heat game." Not hating on this CD, I was just expecting it to be like the mixtape that was release earlier this year. Despite how I may feel about the album, find out for yourself and if you love it, more power to ya!
Ok GoodLifers welcome back. I want you all to meet Americas Next Top Model, and when I say that I mean this young lady by the name of Shavonne Marie has got the whole package. She is about her business, and on her way to the top. When you see her you will be mesmerized by her beauty, but that's not all she has. Lets see what this sexy, beautiful, gorgeous, fine, intelligent young lady had to say to the Campaign. ENJOY!
GLC: Ms. Shavonne Marie tell us where you from?
S.M.: Kalamazoo, MI
GLC: How did you get started in Modeling?
S.M.: When I was a little girl my father signed me up, he said he had a beautiful daughter. When he passed my mother found the acceptance letter into modeling agency and told me not to think about it until I was finished with school. Once I'm close to finishing college- I decided to try it and see if it's something I'm good at and could get bookings. Ever since, I have been doing what I LOVE.
GLC: What heights do you plan on taking your modeling to? What are your goals?
S.M.: I want to be able to model full time and be able to live very nice off of it. I am in grad school as well so I do have a follow up plan. I also act and host. So staying relevant doing either of these while making some money and connections would be my dream.
GLC: What is your definition of a Good Life?
S.M.: Being happy- emotionally, physically, mentally, financially, healthy; family wise, love wise, and career wise.
GLC: Name 3 things that separate you from other model?
S.M.: Determination (networking, staying relevant), motivation (money and connections), Diversity (photo film, and changing it up- while still being me.
GLC: What do you think it takes to get to the next level, to be a supermodel?
S.M.: What I need to do to make sure I know I really tried to be on top is to move out of Kalamazoo. I travel a lot, but I want to be able to go to more auditions, castings, network more. I have been looking at Chicago, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. God will show me the way. I deserve it.
GLC: If you had $25 dollars and you had to get something to eat, drink, and something to listen to, what would they be?
S.M.: I would get Chinese food to eat, drink Moscotto, and listen to slow R&B (preferably 90's R&B)
GLC: Single or Taken?
S.M.: Taken by my boyfriend Tyson, we have been together for 4 years. He's my biggest supporter. He is also a graphic designer; he does my comp cards, posters, flyers, business cards, etc...
GLC: Any up and coming events?
S.M.: I was just asked to do a shoot for Aspen Magazine in Atlanta. And I am putting together a fashion show in August for a T-Shirt and Jewelry line. I will be announcing a casting call soon. I just got new management out in Chicago (shout out to JBoogie with Royalty ENT) who has been submitting my portfolio everywhere. So there are a lot of good things coming my way.
GLC: Shout outs?
S.M.: All my fans, supporters, photographers, agents, managers, and promoters who help me and had faith in me along my journey. God, my Father David Sr, Amandy, Alycia, David Jr, Tyson, Jrae, Lenny, Aaron White, Kristi Fitts, Madeline Zachary, Crystal, Ola, Slim, JBoogie, Greenvine Photography, GD Productions, Debbie, Alan Lee, Tanisha, CeCe, Isis, Sid the Rock, Greg and Gary.
To book Shavonne Marie go to:
shavonnemarie.webs.com (my portfolio is on there for pictures, hosting , news, music videos, commercials, and more. On the links page you can find the links for facebook, model mayhem, and twitter.)
Give it up for the beautiful woman from Kzoo MI doing her thing. GoodLifeCampaign approved. Ms. Shavonne Marie is destined for greatness, and we want to congratulate her on her success and her future success also. You are witnessing a star in the making.
One man I felt helped give us a bit of an education is Moe Money McCoy. If you have heard the name, it could have came from several other lanes besides music. I have seen him commentating boxing matches, performing at shows, producing tv shows, you name it, he has done it. A true entrepreneur understands risks and thrives because of it. No matter what the venture, Moe goes hard in the paint like Charles Barkley in the 90's!! He understands marketing and branding on a level most don't. 
S.M.: I was just asked to do a shoot for Aspen Magazine in Atlanta. And I am putting together a fashion show in August for a T-Shirt and Jewelry line. I will be announcing a casting call soon. I just got new management out in Chicago (shout out to JBoogie with Royalty ENT) who has been submitting my portfolio everywhere. So there are a lot of good things coming my way.