Tuesday, May 31, 2011
'Leanna' shows the world money has no age limit
15-year-old Leanna Archer used a family hair pomade recipe to develop a flourishing hair and body product company that earned over $100,000 in sales last year.
Archer articulated the origin and foundation of her business with sophistication in her CNN interview posted above. "Leanna's All Natural Hair Products" began as a few hand-to-hand sales in Archer's Central Islip, New York community.
Years ago, her grandmother, of Hatian descent, "concocted" a pomade that was later passed down and sold to the public. Today, nine products are on sale at the website.
The cans and bottles sold are colorfully decorated with Leanna's pink logo and a photo of either herself or close family members. Customers can order on the website, through mail or telephone.
I was delighted to hear her mention the support of family and friends as the main reason her company is prospering. You come to expect a young entrepreneur to say that but the thought never looses it's potency no matter how many times it is said sincerely.
Apparently, Leanna and her business have appeared in various other media outlets before but this is my first time hearing about it. This story proves that one is never too young to start a profitable business if determined, prudent and able/willing to tap the proper resources.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Wale- The Cloud (Official Video)
Short house party visual for Wale's "The Cloud" from his most recent mixtape More About Nothing, released in 2010. College student, guitarist and singer Tiara Thomas sings the chorus and is responsible for the production.
Nicki Minaj - Did it on em (Internet video)
A few show clips and Young Money cameos on-stage and backstage provide images for another one of Nicki Minaj's successful singles from her debut album Pink Friday. This is not an official video but more of a promotional video.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Diggy Simmons- Copy, Paste
After building a considerable fan base with his two mixtapes, Diggy Simmons' still unnamed debut album is scheduled come sometime later this year. "Copy, Paste" is heavily auto-tuned but is a refreshingly different from Simmons catalog.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Kirko Bangz- What's Yo Name? featuring Big Sean, Bun B and Wale
I'm wasn't a fan of the original single "What Yo Name Iz?" Kirko Bangz released in February but the addition of Big Sean, Wale and fellow Houston rapper Bun B for a remix makes this club record more appealing.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Kendrick Lamar- Hiipower (Official Video)
In this politically charged track produced by J. Cole, Lamar address the demons he faces and calls listeners to abandon everyone else and be themselves (but in a much more eloquent fashion).
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Maybach Music Group- Pandemonium (Official Video)
Although Rick Ross' literal use of the word "Pandemonium" is a little off, each person of this trio (Wale in particular) excel at bringing their own style to the track. This song is featured on Maybach Music Group's debut album Self Made Vol.1, released yesterday.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Ryan Leslie- Glory (Official Video)
This track from Ryan Leslie's upcoming album has truely grown on me so I'm sharing it with you.
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