Meet Legendary Damon

Name: Legendary Damon

Occupation: Curator of Culture

Years in the Industry: Since Birth

Q: Everyone wants to know who DAMON is? Where were you born, where did you grow up, how did you become Legendary?

I proudly tell everyone that I was born and raised in Detroit. I love being raised in Detroit, because growing up in the Midwest it instilled in me good values and it taught me to work hard. I brought those skills with me to NY when I moved here at 18. I feel that I was born to be legendary. 

Q: "You're not on the list!" is one of your most famous tag lines. How did this come about? 

The tagline came about very simply. I do lot of events and work the door.  People always know someone and want to get in and I constantly have to say “You’re not on the List”. When I am working an event I am charged with a specific task of making sure the right people are in the room.  It is usually invite only and exclusive, so by the end of the night I have said “You’re not on the List” repeatedly so it just stuck.  

Q:  Fur & Sequins, what are your fashion musts when hosting your star studded events?

My fashion musts are gold teeth.  My goat to favorites are furs, sequins anything shiny.  Also a little Versace never hurt anybody.

Q: Do you feel like the party scene has changed over the years? If so, what's missing?

Yes, it has changed as is should. Evolution is an amazing thing.   I don’t want to be doing the same party that I was doing 10 years ago.   There is nothing missing from the scene.   I feel like I am here still doing amazing parties in NY city.

Q: If you were left on an island and could only bring three items, what would they be and why?

My gold teeth, music and Versace shades.   These are items that I can’t live without!

The Makings of a Super Star

Everyone has a Dream Career that they envision as a child, that one thing that makes them extremely happy and they borderline obsess about. Becoming a Singer/Dancer was that dream turned reality for 18 year old Miami native Teenear. This Jamerican (Jamaican/American) beauty discovered her gift for music at age 3; the soulful songstress began singing in local forums such as church and pageants while getting her "feet wet" as a performer. Her first noteworthy show as a high school student was at a Miami talent showcase where she sang Rhianna’s popular hit “Stay”.  This performance was one of the major catalysts that gave her the push to pursue music as a career, but it wasn’t really complete until she decided to post a video of herself singing “Stay” on YouTube, which garnered massive attention and sparked the determination she needed to become a singer.

Fast Forward 2 years later Teenear has one of the hottest new summer singles out of Miami, entitled  “Friday Night” featuring Hip Hop wonder boy Sage the Gemini . This summer anthem is heating up radio airwaves and positioning this up and comer for a musical takeover. Teenear, who is still working hard to carve out her own lane in the music business, soliciting super star producer Jim Jonsin and Miami record label Slip-N-Slide Records as the vehicle to drive her success as a recording artist. Teenear’s preparation to become the consummate performer starts with her daily routine of rigorous vocal lessons and dance rehearsals, including countless hours of at home rehearsals for her upcoming local performances and showcases.  Crediting music Icon Beyoncé as an inspiration of hers , Teenear has established her own soulful pop sound, hinted with a bit of  a down to earth vibe, creating some feel good music.

Be on the lookout  for upcoming music from this rising star. For more info on Teenear visit, http://teenear.com/

Written By : Danielle Stedman : Danirenee21.com 

Meet Skylar Diggins

Name: Skylar Diggins 
Occupation: Professional Basketball Player
Years in the Industry:  3 years in the WNBA

Q: Tell us a bit about your childhood. Where did you grow up?  I grew up in South Bend, IN .. I have always been very family and community oriented.  I was always active.. Playing some kind of sport.

Q: When did you first know that you wanted to have a career in basketball?  I realized that I loved basketball when I was in grammar school.  I tried every sport.. And basketball really became a passion.  I realized that I could have a career when they formed the WNBA.  It was groundbreaking. 

Q: What has been the most exciting moment in your career so far?  I can never name one moment when there have been so many distinct moments.  Moments can be exciting and teachable experiences.. I was excited when I first walked on the court as a WNBA player, starting in the 2014 WNBA All-Star game, participating in two NBA All-Star Weekends, improving my second season and being names Most Improved Player, being named to the First Team…. So many moments in a relatively short amount of time.  

Q: Who inspires you as an athlete and as a businesswoman?  The fans and my family.. No one could ask for a more supportive and loving family.. And the fans..  I want to be my best self – I’m hoping in staying positive, pushing myself to grow – others take inspiration from my focus.  

Q: What advice do you have for aspiring female athletes?  DO NOT BELIEVE THEM WHEN THEY SAY, “NO, YOU CAN’T DO THAT.”  Don’t ever let anyone limit your dreams.

Q: Can you describe how you were able to juggle academics & basketball while you were in college?  It wasn’t fun, the workload was the opposite of fun.. TONS of work but you manage to learn balance in your life.  I made sure I set my priorities and stayed the course to achieve my goals.

Q: You stopped the world when you were announced as apart of ROCNATION. Can you share your experiences being apart of a huge dynasty?  It’s been a great experience.  If I have a dream, idea – they find a way to help bring that vision to life… I’m not a client, I don’t work for them, they don’t work for me.. We’re in this together. 

Q: Last question, what is your go to song in the locker room?  I can’t name one .. But some go to artists .. Wayne, J. Cole, JAY Z, Kanye, Ross, Big Sean … 

The Bad Gal of Dior

Dior officially has a new leading lady.  Grammy Award winning singer, and fashion enthusiast, Rihanna, is staring in Dior’s fourth “Secret Garden” campaign.  Everything about this campaign is simply perfection.  The campaign is set to debut later this spring with all images and video shot by Steven Klein.  While we all know Rihanna is a musical genius and fashion icon, what you might not know is she’s also making history.  By staring in this campaign she becomes the first black woman to front for the Dior brand.  You go gal!  Here are a few images from the campaign. We’ll share the video soon.