These pics make me wildly happy. Big love to the Manifesto team, Nino Brown and Dre Ngozi for having me, and the whole Toronto fam for making it so joyous, sweat drenched and memorable.
Voice Your Vote
When I was asked to participate in BET's Voice Your Vote campaign, I knew immediately it was something I'd be proud to be a part of. I don't consider myself a hyper-political person, but I do believe in being aware of important issues and the people who are chosen to represent our communities and lead our country. I believe in the responsibility we all have to exercise our rights and make our vote count and our voice heard.
The stakes of this election are higher than ever and as the current socio-political landscape, recent history and escalating events of today continuously show us, silence is no longer an option. If you aren't already, register to vote now at BET Vote 2016
wisdom: a portrait series anthony demby →
A beautifully articulated piece for The Manifesto from my friend and incredible human Anthony Demby. Read it in it's entirety here.
“I am not asking for a message in every song but I miss the vulnerability of storytelling. Take me somewhere, make me feel something, and make it resonate.”
#bodyrollparty
The June edition of my fave monthly was something special. The babes behind the body rolling - Melissa and Annie (2AB) and Cayla (The Red Lip Club) always bring out good peeps who are down for the cause, and this time the celebration vibes were extra poppin as we hosted Ashley Outrageous' birthday party. The pics of all these smiling, dancing faces really do bring me so much JOY. More at bodyrollparty.com
complex live
Our friends at Complex asked us if we wanted to come by on a Friday afternoon to play some tunes, kick off the weekend proper and stream it live to you on Facebook. It was vibes!
heineken house rivalry week
The good folks at Heineken hosted a very cool few days of music, soccer and fun with friends in Los Angeles for MLS Rivalry Week. Starting to feel a lot like summer!
sauce | spring fling
Our holiday party at Soho House NYC was so much fun, we decided to ring in spring with another gathering of our favorite party people. Real flavor, no artificial ingredients. Good source of vibes.
AO! Girls Night Out
Love love love that one of my favorite gals Ashley Outrageous came up with the idea to throw the ultimate girls night - an all boss babe overnight party to celebrate Women's History Month. Nine ladies convened at The Patch, a fressshhh brownstone in Brooklyn designed to host creatives and their endeavors, sponsored by Sour Patch Kids. First up was pretty things with MakeUp ForEver and Martine Ali. DefJam artist and my fellow Torontonian Jahkoy stopped by to give us an exclusive listen to some of his new music, after which we hopped in our Lyfts to the sold-out Webster Hall, where he opened for the talented sweetheart Tinashe. After the show, it's the afterparty...which for us meant back to The Patch for all the full on slumber party action. Yep, it was onesies (thanks Onepiece!) facials, girl talk, twerk practice and of course, a pillow fight.
But it was the collective energy of the ladies; all amazing, all following their dreams, leading with passion and giving the best of themselves that made the night really special. I know we'll continue to support and inspire each other, and that's something definitely worth celebrating.
Wellvyl launch
When I was approached to deejay the launch party for Wellvyl, I was intrigued by their ethos and enthusiasm, and very curious to see how they would pull it all off. I knew their Meet. Mingle. Be Well. concept would be well received, but I really had no idea I'd see the level of participation and FUN that went down at the inaugural hangout party. I love what this "new kind of wellness community" is doing in the fitness, health and social spaces. Be sure to check them out at Wellvyl.com
