"Order Out Of (Spandex &) Chaos!" -Be A Diva Believer!

"It's been a long time, I shouldn't have left you/Without a strong rhyme to step to/Think of how many weak shows you slept through/Time's up, I'm sorry I kept you" -Rakim

I pretty sure by now you've guessed that Butch Diva returns TONIGHT with all new exclusive designs that you'll be make room for in that closet of yours! Here all the juicy details;

"SPANDEX & CHAOS" -the New Ish!
@ CV (formerly known as 105 Riv)
105 Rivington bet Essex & Ludlow
Doors Open @ 11PM
FREE admission!
Dj Moma & Stimulus doin' what they do best..
Showtime @ MIDNIGHT!
AFTER PARTY immediately following!!!
TRUST ME.. YOU DON'T WANNA MISS IT!!!

"A Block Ahead Of You..." -A Rock the Block BK Visual Aide For Sat. Aug. 15th...History Baby!

Okay folks we're in the home stretch portion of 5 days till Rock the Block BK, Brooklyn's BIGGEST urban arts festival and party. So to help you navigate your way around DUMBO, I've posted some "visual landmarks" to guide you along the way. Trust me, It's REALLY simple if you know how to follow instructions. To begin if you're traveling via mass transit best bet is to take the F train to York St. station. Last car going downtown from the city, 1st if heading from BK. Once out of that loooong station tunnel make a right on to Jay St. and stroll down one block.

Cross Front St. and you'll see ReBar plain as day, which is where the VONY spoken word lounge, food, drinks, bathrooms, DJ's and live acoustic acts will be hosted in. Cool? That's kicking off from 1pm-6pm. Then back open later for a special VIP after party (11pm-4am) w/DJ Trauma & DJ Goldfinger!

Walk further past Rebar to Pearl St. and to the right you'll see a court yard w/ a lone standing building there. THAT'S the Dumbo Loft space! That's we you can purchase either an ALL ACCESS VIP pass or simply pay for whatever event you intend on see that day. For instance 2pm-6pm is the "Canvas & Chaos" fashion show w/ the Ahficionados djaying and live performances. Then after a brief intermission, from 6:30-10:30pm the huge concert starts w/ Jeese Boykins III, Print, Honey La Rochelle, Heavy, & Yazarah! FIYAH! A brief intermission again, then the night time fun begins (10:30-2:00am) w/ Rock the Block BK and Keistar's "B.I.G. PIMPIN' " -B.I.G. & Jay-Z tribute party w/ DJ's Spinna & Scratch...DOPE!

Do remember this is an event to showcase the growing culture of talent dwelling and networking within our vast city, we're ust bring you our personal favorites in ONE DAY! FYI* there will be a vendor's maket place located on the SAME block as ReBar a few doors down (you'll pass it on your way to the Dumbo Loft) as well. Enjoy the day. For tix hit up RockTheBlockBK.com NOW!

"On Pins & Needles" -Butch Diva Got Straight Fire Works! "BK ALL DAY!" Fashion Preview

Besides being a total perv, and having nothing better to do, I trekked all the out to in Sunset Park Brooklyn to Butch Diva headquarters. To witness the final fittings for her "Ms. Independence" fashion showcase for Saturdays (July 4th) big shindig "BK ALL DAY!" BBQ. Models came in like JFK flights, one by one to get poked and prodded, making sure things fit just RIGHT in all areas. I'm proud as an American to know so many beautiful women exist of some many shades in this country. "God bless America!" I think yelled out at one point (in my mind, of course) just viewing all the ASSets these young ladies are bring to the table, to make this a remarkable event. Stran ja', kudos, bon bons and all that stuff...Ice cream

"Girls Gone Butch!" -4th of July "BK ALL DAY!" Fashion Preview "Ms. Independence"

Alright fellas, start drooling NOW! And ladies get your check books ready to order, cause the pieces I've seen so far that Butch Diva's premiering July 4th at our "BK ALL DAY!" BBQ event are hot off the grill FIYAH! Here's some nice (round) behind the scene flicks that I shot for the preview promo ads she's doing to get folks hype about her latest creations. Charlie Chick of the Breakfast Club fame help out on location scouting w/ Nick BK taking the shots. More to come so stay tuned and hope to see you at the cook-out too.

"Shots Fired? Nah Them Fireworks Man!" - 4th of July All Day Event "BK ALL DAY!" 4pm-4am

We are but one weekend away till one of the biggest 4th of July celebrations EVER! Not only is it a holiday weekend, it's also the first Sat. of the month which means that the Target's BK Museum after party will be SICK! Some of the biggest boroughs most followed "Brooklynistas" have join forces to present a BBQ like none ever seen in awhile. Here's the check list of who, the Ahficionados, the Minority Report, Harriet's Alter Ego, and clothing brand Alador & Smith just to name a few. Vendor ship, a live performance, catered & grilled food, plus special guest DJs spinning ALL DAY! 2 huge flrs. indoors (case of rain lately) and one large outdoor deck. Sounds like fun right? :D So you're in right?

Sat. July 4th *INDEPENDENCE DAY*
1st EVER "BK ALL DAY!" BBQ Social
and Target's 1st Sat. after party!
Hosted by Harriet's Alter Ego, Alador & Smith
the Minority Report, the Ahficionados, the Stylistics Agency
along w/ the Breakfast Club
Starts 4pm-4am
(Newly Opened) Green lounge- 1175 Bedford Ave.
betwn Putnam and Jefferson
Two flrs and one huge backyard deck
RAIN OR SHINE!
Music by Ahficionados, Soundproof International
DJ Trama, DJ Goldfinger, Jasmin Solano and many MORE!
Food both catered & grilled by Butterfly Prod. ($5 plates)
Special surprise LIVE performance!
"Ms. Independence" Fashion show by Butch Diva
Vendor ship (House of Nasset, HAE) from 4pm-8pm

Click HERE to see pics of the space where the BBQ will be.
See you next Saturday!

"Get Into The Party Life!" -After The Show, It's The After Party And...

Sooooo, Friday has FINALLY arrived, and what better time to decide just how you're gonna spend your Easter weekend now. No worries I gotcha covered for tonight and for Saturday. Sunday your on your own playboy. You need church in yo life come Sunday. There's what's on the menu so far.

Etau Atelier presents
"Clothing Drive"...Dawn of a New Era
Amarachi Lounge -325 Franklin Ave. Bewtn. Clifton & Greene
5pm-12am fashion show-7pm
FREE!
Donations are accepted

"The Show"
Deity -368 Atlantic Ave. near Bond
9pm-4am
Music by Dj ShErOck & Beverly Bond
Open Bar by Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur 9 - 11 PM
Fashion Show at 9 PM feat. Kimera,Untitled 11:11, Brooklyn Circus,
Kristine Dunson
$5 Donation to Benefit CAMBA Organization

"Brooklyn Fashion Weekend"
Friday, April 10th,
7:00pm - 9:20pm
Brooklyn Tech High School (FIELD)-510 Clemont Ave
(Betwn Fulton & Atlantic Ave.)

Saturday April 11th – “BKFW Young Designers” & International Showcase
7pm-9:20
7pm – 7:30pm VIP Cocktail reception
7:30 – VIP Seating & Opening artist Astronomical Kid

Sunday Aprill 12th – Fashion BK Way & Urban Couture
Doors open at 5pm
5:30 - 6pm - VIP Cocktail reception
6 pm – Opening guest artist – VIP Seating
Guest Artist Performance
VIP Cocktail
8:00pm – BKFW The great depression part 2 – hosted by Lady C and Nate @ TBD

Saturday 11th Also remember "Soul Slam XIII" -Prince vs Michael, and Not Just Vintage's 2 day "Sample Sale"

"Get Into The Party Life" - Thank God It's Almost the Weekend

Break out the Blackberry/iPhone cause here's somethings that are sure to be added to your "places to be list" that are coming up. Most are from folks I know that do great things in the community and just need your support. Here's the ones I'm co-signing.















Thurs. March 26th (Tomorrow!)
Essence & Grey Goose team up for
"Mix & Mingle" -after work party
5pm-11pm
Taj Lounge -21st St. near 6th ave.
Music by DJ Hud!
Viewing for "the 131th Amendment"
Free w/ RSVP

Thur. March 26th
"the Lovelife Event"
Gallery Bar -120 Orchard St. near Delancey St.
9pm-3am
NO cover just a small door donation

Kristen Fraser would LOVE for you to help support the GEMS foundation


Friday March 27th
(the last Friday of EVERY month)
"the Class Reunion"
Tamboril -527 Myrtle Ave.
Hosted by Guts, Daoud (Coup D'Etat BK), the Minority Report
Music by the Ahficionados
10pm-4am
FREE for women all night $5 for men w/ a female $10 w/out
The best weather so far this week, so take advantage!

Wed. April 1st (Every 1st Wed of the month)
"CocoBananas" -A Horoscope party like none before it!
Deity -Atlantic Ave. & Bond
10pm-4am
Hosted by Butch Diva, Guts, the Minority Report, HHH
Music by Hard Hittin' Harry, the Ahficionados
Plan your B'day around NOW!

Early Wed. (April 1st)
Stop through to good buddy of mine Brian Wood's event
"Night Stalkers"
Rush Arts Gallery-W. 26th St. suite 311
6pm-8pm
Free!
Fall/Winter '09 collection show

Lastly (but NEVER lease)
April 11th & 12th
Not Just Vintage presents
"Sample Sale!"
the BIGGEST two day retail vintage sale in BK!
Not Just Vintage -1260 Beford Ave. near Fulton St.
1pm-7pm both days
For more info hit notjustvintage@yahoo.com

"Chameleon Shows Her True Colors" -Rippin' The Runway Up!

If you're planning on watching tonight's airing of "Rip the Runway" on BET, then keep a sharp eye out for our homegirl Tiara Chameleon doing what she's destined to do. She'll be making her very first T.V. appearance, when she hits the stage coming out to Busta Rhymes performing "Arab Money." She's be the one wearing a green bathing suit, if you need another tell tell clue just who to look for. We're taking shots everytime she comes on screen, but I doubt we'll be getting drunk. Lol. Big up Tiara, Ya large girl!
*Mar.2nd 9pm on BET