‘Skins, fans mourn Taylor’s death

There are many reports out and that will come out regarding the shooting and passing of Redskins safety Sean Taylor. Through all of the stories, criticisms and “shoulda, wouldas and couldas”, at the end of the day, this was a tragic and senseless end to this young man’s life.
Life is so short! Live your […]

Donda West Surgeon Walks Off Of Larry King Live

November 21st, 2007 | Author: Jake Paine
From HipHop DX
On the same day as Dr. Donda West’s funeral in Oklahoma City, the surgeon some say may be responsible for her death, Dr. Jan Adams was scheduled to appear on CNN’s Larry King Live. In an interview the veteran television host had with Anderson Cooper’s 360, […]

So I Salsaed For My Birthday

Is that even a word — “salsaed”?
I’ve always thought about taking lessons. I can imitate some of the moves, but i wanted to get the official rundown. So I went to a Cuban spot for my first salsa lesson. It was a lot of fun! The instructor was funny in a quirky way, he […]

In The Words Of The Late Rick James: It’s A Celebration!

Or at least Dave Chapelle’s impersonation of Rick James
It’s Thanksgiving and my bday all rolled up in one big holiday sale! 25% off the entire store, just enter promo code: NYXUKJ during your checkout. Check out our store and get something for your friends, family, loved ones or yourself ;).
Sale good through Friday, Nov. 23 […]

Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope everyone is able to spend time with family, friends and the ones you love.
I’m thankful for the love and support of my family, friends and YOU of Unified Soul. It still amazes me how much Unified Soul continues to build, grow and reach people from down south to overseas! From an ambitious idea […]

Kanye West’s Mom Passes Suddenly

Our Prayers go out to Kanye West and his family
From allhiphop.com
Houston Williams
Dr. Donda West, Kanye West’s mother, suddenly died last night, individuals close to the rapper confirmed.
The cause of death was not released immediately, but she was reportedly in the Los Angeles area when she died.
She was 58 years old.
Kanye West chronicled his mother’s death […]

Scholarship and Internship Opportunities

Barbara Jordan Health Scholars
The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program brings talented college seniors and recent graduates to Washington, D.C., where they are placed in congressional offices and learn about health policy issues, with a focus on issues affecting racial and ethnic minorities and underserved communities. Through the nine-week program (May 19-July 26, 2008), Scholars […]

2007 BIG APPLE CLASSIC

Friday, Nov. 30 - Saturday, Dec. 1 Madison Square Gardens (NY)
Unified Soul will have a booth at The Black Expo on Saturday w/Special Sales

FRIDAY NOV. 30 :
The Howard University Alumni Club of NYC presents
BISON ON BROADWAY HAPPY HOUR & SHOWCASE (All Alumni Acts)
Tracey Lee Esq. & a list of other Howard Alum performances
If interested in […]

DJ Cancels ‘light-skin’ party

Thanks Nikki C for emailing this to me. This is old news to some, but there are a good number of us that hadn’t heard about this. Check out the story below from the Detroit News.
Amid furor, DJ cancels party for ‘light-skinned’ blacks
‘I made a mistake,’ local party promoter says after Internet backlash.
Oralandar Brand-Williams / […]

Light Skin Party

Did you hear about this!?
I didn’t think it was real, A light Skin Party!?
Check out this story from The Afro American newspaper

A question of color rears it’s ugly head again
By Zenitha Prince
Washington Bureau Chief

Tar babies and high yellow.
“good” hair vs. “bad” hair.

The subject reared its ugly head most visibly recently when Detroit DJ Ulysses Barnes […]