Greasy Guide: DC

No Label is the all female group that has as bragging rights, opening for 112, MC Hammer, and Tabi Bonney. They were a featured group for the 2007 Black Family Reunion and the 2007 ISES (International Special Events Society) Awards.

Individually, they have showcased their talents in a variety of ways, like The 2007 MTV Video Music Awards (The VMA’s), Shawn Michelle danced and shared the spotlight with hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes. Dada and Shawn Michelle have performed for Mya and Calvin Richardson and Shawn Michelle has done choreography for both. CJ, Shawn Michelle, and Dada have appeared in the movie, “Step Up.” Shawn Michelle was seen in “The Salon” with Vivica A. Foxx, and “New Best Friend” featuring Taye Diggs. Three of the members, Dada, Krys, and Shawn Michelle have appeared in videos for Tabi Bonney. Finally, Danni and Krys have appeared in videos for Ja Rule, Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, and Jamie Jones.

So, as No Label’s members LA native, Danni, Detroit native, Krys, Tennessee native, CJ and Maryland natives Shawn Michelle and Dada prepare for the debut of their video “Whatchu Like”, the first single from their album, Shock and Aww, we grabbed them for a little “Greasy” chat.

Saba,Ink: Tell me a little bit about your journey

No Label: We were formed three years ago. The group represents all different types of women. No Label represents not being labeled or put in a box. It is very important for people to understand that we were not given an image….we are the image. We sing all types of music and are an urban, pop, rock group.

Saba,Ink: Whose concept was this initially?

No Label: We were all dancing for an artist in North Carolina. Everywherewe went people wanted to know if we were a group. So, we joked around about it and a few months later decided to do it.

Saba,Ink: The name No Label could have two meanings especially with today’s trend toward artists by passing major Labels and working independently.
Is this a direction you want to pursue as a group?

No Label: Preferably we’d like to be independent so that we can maintain creative control of our work. However, if a major label picks us up we’d be willing to look into it.

Saba,Ink: You all seem like strong Women. What does it mean to each of you individually to be a woman particularly in the industry you’re in?

Shawn: To know your value and self worth. To not measure yourself by a body type or what you look like. It is not about how many guys want to talk to you. So many women have been taken astray by the outside look and how big your chest is, hair down to your back or what a magazine says you should look like. Being a woman is about
what you say you should be.

Krys: Confidence in yourself and what you have and who you are. With confidence you can go after what you want and not be stuck on one ideal.

Dada: Being an individual and being who you are will allow you to explore whatever type of music or area you want without being restricted by labels.

Danni: You are a woman by nature and a Lady by choice

Saba,Ink: Since you describe yourselves as mainly Pop Artists, which Artists have influenced your Pop style?

No Label: Pussycat Dolls, Linkin Park, Tears for Fears, TLC to name a few.

Saba, Ink: What are your plans moving forward?

No Label: Well on January 10th video release party, we have a few shows lined up for the DC area and also discussing a tour.

Saba,Ink: What don’t we know about you?

No Label: We do everything on our own. We are very involved with this project. There is just so much talent amongst us that we are able to do everything from writing to choreographing, producing. We are Christian and put Jesus Christ first in everything we do. We all Love and support each other as sisters. We genuinely like each other and come with our individual strengths to support the overall group mission. We also know were our boundaries are.

Saba,Ink: Personal relationships sometimes affect professional decisions. Sometimes for women, we allow our partners to affect what accomplish how far we go. Have any of you experienced this?

No Label: If they don’t understand and can’t contribute they’ve got to go! They have to pass the interview with all of us. They have to be there all day everyday!

On
January 12th, The
Ladies of Alpha Chapter invite you to join us in celebration of  a
milestone which is reached by so few. 100 years of growth. 100 years of
service. 100 years of achievement. Through exemplary service
initiatives and progressive programs, we have continued to empower
those in our increasingly complex society.  In honor of an event one
century in the making, we invite you to raise your glass and toast an
achievement which is as much yours, as it is ours.  Please join us for
a celebration that will be everything that you expect and so much more.

 

Alpha Chapter Alumni Host Committee
Jorielle Brown (’96)  Eboni Wallace Lewis (’96)  Michelle Arrington (’98) Rebecca Cooper Jackson (’94)
Keita Rone (’94) Inga S. Willis (’96) Talika Joseph (’98) Precious Umunna (’00) Latrice J. Martin (’00)
Chauncie Burton (’01) Alex Jones (’01) Kimberly Mitchell (’05) Alison Brock (’05)  Kelly Trepagnier (’07)

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Check out this hot Go-Go playlist and have a Happy 2008.

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The RedSkins kicked the Cowboys asses last night to make it to the play offs. Go RedSkins Go!

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The Godfather of Go-Go Music is having a New Years Eve jam Special Appearance by Sugar Bear of EU w/ Mambo Sauce

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EVENT LOVE PRESENTS: NEW YEARS EVE W/ LUDACRIS LIVE IN CONCERT
WHEN Monday, December 31, 2007 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM
LOCATION Love Washington DC DC, 1350 OKIE ST N.E. (Off New York Ave.), Washington DC

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New York is the ultimate destination to celebrate New Years Eve 2008.
With New York being the home of the ball drop then you will want to
make your way to New York to party. But you can’t just go to any party
you have to go where all of the beautiful and sexy people will be
partying at. So check out our guide to New York City’s hot spots for
New Years Eve 2008.

1. The Manor
Location: 73 Eighth Ave and 14th in the Meatpacking District
Open Bar: 8pm-2am

The
Manor is one of New York’s hottest locations for you to party like a
rock star during New Years Eve 2008. The lavish decor attracts the
music industry tastemakers from MTV, VH1, and BET. It’s a great spot to
met aspiring artist, fashion designers, and all types of creative
people. They are going to pull out all of the stops for New Years Eve
2008. So make sure you check out this location cause for New Years
because the Meatpacking District is always hot.

2. Eden NYC
Location: 27 Park Place
Open Bar: 8pm-4am

This
is where guys and gals who work in the financial world come to party.
It’s a great after work lounge but for New Years they are going to be
ready to party. All of the cool kids from Wall St. will be at this spot
ready to party and ring in the new year. Eden NYC will have an 8 hour
top shelf open bar. So you will leave totally wasted once the night is
over. So make sure you take the next day off.

3. Cipriani
Location: 110 East 42nd St
Open Bar: 9pm-3am

If
you want to party in class and style then Cipriani is the place to be
for New Years Eve 2008. This lavish location has always been the place
to see celebrities out and about. Cirpiani’s has a long history of
throwing the most lavish and rememorable New Years Eve events in all of
New York City. You will find an elite crowd of who’s who at this event
to come dress to impress. And even though they have a 6 hour open bar,
take it easy on the Vodka cause you never know you might run into.

4. Duvet
Location: 45 W 21st
Open Bar: 9pm-2am

Duvet
is a serious spot for the seriously sexy. This place has custom made
“dining beds” where you can lounge with your sweet heart and have a
grown and sexy time. Duvet houses 20,000 square feet for you to lounge
and play in. So make sure your outfit is right, your body is right, and
that you spend at lease $1000 on that bag and $500 on those shoes
before you enter. Hey this is New York City and we are serious about
our fashion.

5. Blvd Crash Mansion
Location: 199 Bowery (Spring St.)
Open Bar: 9pm-2am

Do
you want to party at one of Scarlet Johansen’s favorite NY hang out
spots? Then Blvd/Crash Mansion is the place to be. Celebrating 2008 in
style at Blvd is the best way to ring in the new year. This is the
ultimate VIP spot where you can hang up stairs but if you can get down
stairs you might be surprised by who you will see. But none the less if
your looking for a fun time in New York City for New Years then Blvd
Crash Mansion is the underground celebrity sighting spot of choice.

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Bilal Ali Productions
presents
Grammy Nominated
Chrisette Michele concert
New Year’s Eve Party
Monday, Dec. 31, 2007
@  
Club Sonar
407 E. saratoga st
  
Doors open @8pm
  
Free food, champagne, free parking
  
Music by James the Great 92Q
  
Party like a rock star
  
Comedian Larry Lancaster hosting/
Chrisette Michele concert
  
Attire: Grown and Sexy
  
Get Your tickets at all Ticket Master

Locations or online at
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443-540-7797

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