Shine Like Glitter, Serve Like Gumbo
This week showcased something I was already aware of, and that is the fact that Houston, Texas will not stand for anyone repping our city when they have not paid their dues. As a native Houstonian, I understand this mantra wholeheartedly. Therefore when R&B singer K. Michelle stated on her Instagram account that she was […]
The day we've all been waiting for arrived at the end of episode 405. James "Ghost" St. Patrick is now a free man. Thank, but no thanks to Angela Valdez for the epic testimony. One thing I love in particular about this series is that the writers don't wait until the season is over to […]
Historically it is written that the number 10 signifies divine perfection, and on July 22, 2017 the 10th anniversary of “Trae Day” will celebrate a milestone that is significantly impacting the lives of Houstonians. Frazier Othel Thompson III, bettter known as Houston’s own “Trae Tha Truth”, is a hip-hop rapper whose legacy exceeds the heart […]
If you haven’t been watching one of the hottest shows on television, you are definitely missing out on some fantastic entertainment. I first learned of the “Power” series on Starz two years ago when my BFF recommended it. Ever since then, I make every effort to stay tuned and updated so I can stay in […]
Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter India.Arie released her new EP SongVersation: Medicine that is available via all digital retailers (click here). An extension of her 2013 release SongVersation, which received rave reviews from Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Vibe among others, this eight-song EP is India’s offering during these tumultuous times. Since 2011, India has been touring around […]
The love that was shown to the 90’s R&B group Xscape, was beyond measure. We all received a snippet of their upcoming Essence performance when the group appeared on stage at the 2017 BET Awards. Therefore all throughout the weekend, the anticipation was building to witness this historic reunion concert at the 2017 Essence Festival […]
The cast of “She’s Gotta Have It” spoke with the Essence Festival media in New Orleans, LA to discuss their new Netflix television series premiering on November 23rd. “She’s Gotta Have It” is based on Spike Lee’s 1985 first independent film of the same name. The 10-episode series is considered as a contemporary update centered […]
The 2017 ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola® provided an eventful weekend with numerous fun, inspirational, and thought provoking content for guests young and old. With more than 470,000 attendees in New Orleans during the Fourth of July weekend, access was granted to GlitterandGumbo.com to share with you some entertainment news and our favorite Essence Fest […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] If you’ve ever been called a “weirdo” or a “nerd” it is evident to the observer that you are indeed peculiar. Thinking and living outside of a box formed by society can actually be freeing to the soul. Therefore it is refreshing when you hear music artists celebrate the uniqueness […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] JUNE 16, 2017 – NEW YORK – The 2017 Songwriters Hall of Fame 48th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner was a sparkling success, as SHOF President/CEO Linda Moran and co-chairs, Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff recognized and celebrated some of the best songwriting legends of our time. Last night, musical […]