Nelly: Apple Bottoms Fragrance Atlanta In-Store Event

Nelly promoting his Apple Bottoms Fragrance line at Lenox Square Mall in Atlanta Saturday, December 12.

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via the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Hip-hop music star Nelly spent the last couple of days in Atlanta, not for anything related to music but to promote a new fragrance from his fashion line Apple Bottoms and put in some time for one of his two philanthropic causes. Nelly spent Friday visiting the bone marrow transplant unit at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston. About 25 kids got play games with him and received early Christmas presents from Macy’s.

On Saturday, a special bone marrow transplant recipient named Jerry Jones got to shadow Nelly as his made the rounds at Macy’s at Lenox Square courtesy of Macy’s who granted Jerry a special wish. We talked with the Grammy winning artist before his appearance with fans in the store. Here’s what he had to say:

On his Friday visit to the bone marrow transplant unit at Children’s Healthcare: “This is something I like to do just to make people aware [of the need for bone marrow donors]. .. Jes Us 4 Jackie is in honor of my sister who died in June 05 from leukemia. We didn’t find a donor for my sister, but were able to find donors for seven other needy people. It’s about keeping the memory alive. We need a lot more people to step up. And more African Americans would be beautiful.”

On the new Apple Bottom fragrance released this fall: “It’s not overpowering. It’s real light – for every day wear.” On launching a new upcoming line of bed linens: “Now women can have Apple Bottoms during the day and can go to sleep with Apple Bottoms at night. We’re getting our Martha Stewart on.”

On his new album set for release next spring: “It’s not yet titled, but I’m working with some different people – pushing some new boundaries” to reach some households not necessarily into hip hop. On hanging out with 17-year-old Jerry: “I’m feeling myself right now. Somebody made me a wish!

On hanging out at the clubs: “You have to, to be in the game. You can’t want to be into music but don’t want to be in the inspiration that makes it happen. I learn that from JD [Jermaine Durpi] He goes to the club, observing, taking it all in. You need to be there to see [what people like to dance to].

On his favorite place to eat when he’s in Atlanta: “I love Gladys Knight’s [and Ron Winan’s] Chicken & Waffles. I’m probably the only one who can get takeout on Sunday’s. And I like to go to Justin’s. I try to support the people I feel like I know. I don’t know Gladys Knight, but I feel like I could have been on of the Pips.”

RJD2 Schedules 2010 Tour And Plans Give-Aways Prior To New Album Release

via Pollstar

The Colossus is the first album on RJD2’s recently launched record label, RJ’s Electrical Connection. The album is out Jan. 19 with the tour kicking off 10 days before that.

The tour will mark RJD2’s first outing with a full band since 2008.

To get fans pumped about the new album, RJD2 is hosting “Monday Giveaway Madness” on RJD2’s website every Monday until the release of The Colossus.

Every Monday fans have the chance to win a giveaway, which RJD2 (born Ramble John “RJ” Krohn) explains “some weeks it might be a singular physical item, some weeks it might be an unreleased song in mp3 format. I really have no idea exactly what, but it's not gonna be pocket lint-caliber, that's for sure. Some weeks it will require participation, some weeks it won't.”

Next Monday’s prize is a signed copy of an RJD2 45 record from the artist’s personal collection. “These are all WAAAAY out of print, limited edition in the first place, and some of them sell for 50-100 bucks on ebay, I’m told,” he said.

To win the record, RJD2 is bribing fans with a little writing assignment.

“You’ve heard a million times why you SHOULD vote. This time, I want you to provide the most compelling reason NOT to vote.”

RJD2 asks that fans keep their arguments under 200 words. Entries must be sent to giveaway@rjselectricalconnections.com by (Saturday) Nov.14. That’s tomorrow!

The winning entry will be posted on RJD2’s website and the record will be shipped to the winner absolutely free.

The week before RJD2 gave away an unreleased mp3, the tune “The Perfect Occasion.”
(source)

RJD2 The Colossus Tour Dates:
Jan. 09, 2010 - Washington, DC - 9:30 Club
Jan. 10, 2010 - Carrboro, NC - Cat's Cradle
Jan. 11, 2010 - Charlotte, NC - Visulite Theatre
Jan. 12, 2010 - Savannah, GA - Live Wire Music Hall
Jan. 13, 2010 - Orlando, FL - The Social
Jan. 14, 2010 - Tampa, FL - The Crowbar
Jan. 15, 2010 - Tallahassee, FL - Club Downunder
Jan. 16, 2010 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade
Jan. 17, 2010 - Birmingham, AL - Bottletree
Jan. 18, 2010 - Chattanooga, TN - Rhythm & Brews
Jan. 19, 2010 - Knoxville, TN - The Valarium
Jan. 20, 2010 - Asheville, NC - The Orange Peel
Jan. 21, 2010 - Charlottesville, VA - Jefferson Theatre
Jan. 22, 2010 - Morgantown, WV - 123 Pleasant St.
Feb. 05, 2010 - Columbus, OH - Skully's Music Diner
Feb. 06, 2010 - Newport, KY - The Historic Southgate House
Feb. 07, 2010 - Louisville, KY - Headliners Music Hall
Feb. 08, 2010 - Nashville, TN - Exit / In
Feb. 09, 2010 - Memphis, TN - Hi-Tone Cafe
Feb. 10, 2010 - Oxford, MS - The Lyric Oxford
Feb. 11, 2010 - New Orleans, LA - Tipitina's Uptown
Feb. 12, 2010 - Baton Rouge, LA - Spanish Moon
Feb. 13, 2010 - Austin, TX Emo's
Feb. 14, 2010 - Denton, TX - Hailey's
Feb. 18, 2010 - Columbia, MO - The Blue Note
Feb. 19, 2010 - Grinnell, IA - Grinnell College
Feb. 20, 2010 - Urbana, IL - Canopy Club

Click here for RJD2’s website.

Click here for RJD2’s MySpace page.

Rihanna 'Russian Roulette' Video Premieres On ABC'S "20/20" Tonight

from the press release.

RIHANNA’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED VIDEO FOR “RUSSIAN ROULETTE” TO MAKE WORLD PREMIERE ON ABC’S “20/20” FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13

“RUSSIAN ROULETTE” DEBUTS IN BILLBOARD TOP 10, RIHANNA’S 12th CAREER TOP 10 SINGLE

RIHANNA TO LAUNCH NOVEMBER 23 RELEASE OF RATED R WITH PERFORMANCES ON AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN AND MUCH MORE

NEW YORK, NY - Friday, November 13, 2009 – As “Russian Roulette” - Rihanna’s smash first single from her hotly-anticipated new album Rated R – makes it’s Billboard Hot 100 debut inside the top 10 at #9, the superstar is set to premiere director Anthony Mandler’s dark, cinematic, and surely controversial video tonight on ABC’s “20/20” at 10:00pm EST.

Watch ABC’s promo for the video premiere here:
Rihanna 20/20 promo

50 Cent: Screening Movies, Selling His Fragrance & Music

At the movie screening of 'Before I Self Destruct' in Chicago on Monday, November 9.

Earlier that day, doing a promotional in-store for his latest fragance line 'Power' by 50 Cent at Macy's Chicago.

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and 50 Cent hits number #1 on Apple iTunes Chart with in a 24 hour period of it's release 'Before I Self Destruct.'

via the press release

50 Cent's new album, Before I Self Destruct, which was released less than twenty-four hours ago exclusively on the iTunes Store , has already skyrocketed to the number one spot on iTunes' album chart. iTunes customers can purchase the album as a deluxe version with two exclusive tracks and iTunes LP, which includes 90-minute gritty coming-of-age film Before I Self Destruct, written, directed and starring Curtis Jackson (aka 50 Cent); the "Two Turntables And A Microphone: The Life And Death Of Jam Master Jay" documentary about 50 Cent's late mentor and friend, hip-hop pioneer Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC; exclusive photos; lyrics; animated package artwork and more for only $9.99.
(source)

Related:
50 Cent 'Before I Self Destruct' Movie NYC Screening

50 Cent 'Before I Self Destruct' In Stores Nov. 16

50 Cent launches new fragrance

Who, What, Where Weekly Photo Links 9/30

Photo Recap for the week, posted right here.

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Tuesday September 29, 2009

Mariah Carey unveils new perfume 'Forever' at Macy's Herald Square NYC:
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Shakira and others on Jools Holland TV program London, UK:
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Female rapper Eve at the movie premiere of 'Whip It' in Hollywood, CA:
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Kid Cudi at Antenna Magazine and KIA Soul Xpression car promotion in NYC:
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Jennifer Hudson concert red carpet at Rumsey Field Central Park in NYC:
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Monday September 28, 2009

Janet Jackson, Kanye West, Amber Rose and others at the amFAR Inaugural event during Milan Italy's Fashion Week:
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Shakira 'She Wolf' or 'La Loba' promotional activities in Madrid, Spain:
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Ghostface Killah, Rick Ross and Marques Houston at BET's 106 & Park studios NYC:
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Ryan Leslie and Tyrese at BET's 106 & Park studios NYC:
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'Whip It' movie press junket with Eve at the Doll Factory in LA, CA:
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Maxwell BLACKsummersnight concert tour in NYC:
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Maxwell BLACKsummersnight tour after party with Common, DJ Clue and others at the Marque in NYC:
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Asher Roth opening for Blink-182 at the Verizon Wireless Music Center Pelham, AL:
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Sunday September 27, 2009

Keith Sweat performs at the Paris Elysee Montmartre, FRA:
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Saturday September 26, 2009

Maxwell BLACKsummersnight tour stop in Detroit at Joe Louis Arena:
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Shakira in London, UK:
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'More Than A Game' movie premiere attendees Sean 'Diddy' Combs, LeBron James and Chris Tucker after wards LA, CA:
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Nelly and others at the Alto Nightclub in London, UK:
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Eric Benet shopping at the Grove in LA, CA:
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'More Than A Game' movie premiere with Sean "Diddy" Combs, Jimmy Iovine and others at Pacific Theatres at the Grove LA, CA:
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LeBron James 'More Than A Game" Celebrity Basketball Tournament sponsored by Nike with Chris Brown, Omarion and others at Hollywood & Highland Courtyard in Hollywood, CA:
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Melody Thorton Birthday party at the Empire Club in Hollywood, CA:
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Wylcef Jean 'Green the Block' launch party in Washington DC:
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F1 Rocks Singapore - Day 3 with Beyonce, Black Eyed Peas and others with at Fort Canning Park with in Singapore:
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Friday September 25, 2009

Seventh Annual Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party with Lil Romeo, Raven-Symone and others at Milk Studios LA, CA:
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Ryan Leslie's Birthday party with Rick Rubin, Jay-Z, Swizz Beatz and others at S L in NYC:
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Jay-Z and Swizz Beatz at the M2 Lounge NYC:
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F1 Rocks Singapore - Day 2 with N.E.R.D., No Doubt and other at Fort Canning Park with in Singapore:
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Maxwell BLACKsummersnight concert stop at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, CAN:
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Keri Hilson outside BBC Radio One in London, UK:
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"Shooting Stars: The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez" Premiere at the 13th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival with Fat Joe, DJ Cassidy and others in NYC:
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Thursday September 24, 2009

Album Release Party For "Music Inspired By The Film More Than A Game" with Soulja Boy, Swizz Beatz and others at the Rossevelt Hotel Hollywood, CA:
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Usher in Manhattan NYC:
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Shakira at the BBC studios for a Radio One interview in London, UK:
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Empire State Building Celebrates The 70th Anniversary Of "The Wizard Of Oz" with Ashanti In NYC:
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2009 Emerald Gala Celebrating The 70th Anniversary Of "The Wizard Of Oz" with Ashanti at Tavern On The Green NYC:
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3rd Annual Tiki Rocks The Square For The Children's Miracle Network with Fabolous and others at the Hard Rock Café Times Square NYC:
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2009 Clinton Global Initiative - Clinton Global Citizen Awards with Alicia Keys, Usher and others at Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers NYC:
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Arthur's Day: The Guinness 250th Anniversary Celebration with Dizzee Rascal and others at the Storehouse in Dublin, Ireland:
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Boost Mobile Brooklyn Store event with Kid Cudi and Funkmaster Flex NYC:
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Wednesday September 23, 2009

VH1 2009 Hip Hop Honors with Kid Rock, DMX and others At The Brooklyn Academy Of Music, NYC:
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2009 VH1 Hip Hop Honors After Party To Benefit The VH1 Save The Music Foundation with at One Hanson Place:
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Sean Pecas Birthday Celebration with RZA, Mariah Carey, Ludacris and others at the Pink Elephant NYC:
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Kanye West and Amber Rose shopping at the Grove in LA, CA:
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