Exclusives
Being Sean: The Battle At ‘Golden Corral’… A Special ’30-For-30’
October 31, 2018
Wow! There is an awesome mix of ‘now that is a damn shame’ and ‘getting the train back on the right track’ in this latest blog post from the homie Sean ‘Cisco.’ And if you aren’t chiming in with “amens” every now and then as you read, maybe you’re in the wrong ‘meeting.’ Check back in an hour. We ‘Waist Watchers’ will be done by then.
There’s A Reason It’s Called Golden Corral…
– @ojones1
Posted in Exclusives, Health and Wellness, Human Interest, Series | 
Tags: Being Sean, BeingSean, Cisco, DJ Cisco, Sean Thomas, There's A Reason It's Called Golden Corral, Weight Loss | 
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Being Sean: Introducing Ibum Obu And Her First Single Titled “Tongue Tiedâ€
September 26, 2018
The last post we shared from the homie Sean “DJ Cisco” Thomas, he was relating all his feelings (and fears) that come with a milestone in his daughter’s life. Well, that was “Daughter #1” (Syd). His new post, it turns out, is all about “Daughter #2” (Ibum). Read on, and listen!
IBUM OBU – TONGUE TIED (ITUNES)
– @ojones1
Posted in Exclusives, Human Interest, Music, Relationships, Series, World Music, Youth | Tags: Being Sean, BeingSean, Cisco, DJ Cisco, IBUM OBU, Sean Thomas, TONGUE TIED | No Comments »
Being Sean: Sydney’s First Car
July 27, 2018
Great write-up on what has always been a hard moment in a girl’s dad’s life: when his baby gets her own car. Our homie Sean “DJ Cisco” Thomas puts it perfectly – relating all the feelings (and fears) that come with this milestone in your child’s life. Please read on.
Posted in Exclusives, Human Interest, Relationships, Series, Youth | Tags: Being Sean, BeingSean, Cisco, DJ Cisco, Sean Thomas, Sydney's First Car | No Comments »
Travel: Experience A Bit Of The Carnival Celebration In Aruba (Video)
June 4, 2018
Yooooo, put BoneBreaker Jones on the Team Jayforce Travel Squad for this post alone, will ya?? Actually, this is a combo Travel/Honeyz post. Because… just LOOK!
– @ojones1
Posted in Exclusives, Honeyz, Performance, Travel, Videos | Tags: Aruba, BoneBreaker Jones, Carnival Celebration, Palm Beach | No Comments »
New Ways To Get Started In The Stock Market With The RobinHood App (Video)
November 27, 2017
Use our code to get started in the RobinHood App & get some FREE stock! More info and video below and after the jump.
Join Robinhood and we'll both get a share of stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint for free. Make sure you use my link.https://t.co/lHyKxEd99A
— Jay Force (@Jayforce) November 16, 2017
Atlanta United Qualifies For MLS Playoffs In Their Inaugural Season – JAYFORCE.COM (Video)
October 12, 2017
The JAYFORCE.COM Sports Media Team was there as we covered Atlanta United securing a MLS playoff spot in their inaugural season. It was an opportunity for us to also check out the brand new Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta which also doubles as home base for the Atlanta Falcons NFL team. As soccer (Futbol) becomes more popular in the U.S., its an exciting time for Atlanta fans with sold out games for what was an expansion team in Major league soccer. Check out our time as the Atlanta United team beats Philadelphia Union to claim their spot in the MLS playoffs. Atlanta United will play their 1st playoff game ever on October 22nd at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. ATLUTD.COM
Posted in Cover Story, EVENTS, Exclusives, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Sports, Videos | Tags: ALTUD, Atlanta United, ATUTDFC, futbol, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, MLS, soccer | No Comments »
Travel & Culture: Carmen Goes To Cuba (Video)
July 7, 2017
Hahaaa! Rrrrricoooo Suaaave. Where on Earth is Carmen, you ask? Well, we can tell you she was in Cuba recently. She checks in for the JAYFORCE.COM Travel & Culture Squad with this exclusive report.
As the saying goes, “It’s the simple things in life that can bring you the most joy.” That is how I sum up my experience traveling to Cuba.
It felt like I traveled back in time. No Wi-Fi nor ATMs. My first venture through Havana, I glanced out the window and was in awe of all the colorful old buildings and classic cars.
Throughout the time I was there, I mostly walked around Havana. I saw children playing outside and people sitting around talking with one another without their eyes being glued to their phone. The streets were serenaded by musicians on the corners. The city itself is a museum to explore.
– Carmen
Okay, that’s the preamble. Now for the pics and clips… hit the jump!
Posted in Exclusives, Travel, Videos | Tags: Carmen Rodgers, Cuba, Havana, Jayforce.com Travel & Culture Team, Travel & Culture | No Comments »
Travel & Culture: Jayforce.com’s “Lboogy” Reports From Cozumel, Mexico
June 28, 2017
I arrived in Cozumel (Mexico) so excited to see its culture and people. I wasn’t disappointed, from the moment I stepped off the boat. From its vibrant people and colorful marketplaces. After a little shopping and liquor buying!!!! We headed to a private beach area for FOOD, FUN, and RELAXATION. Cozumel is a cool place for both singles and families.
The food in Cozumel is relatively inexpensive. The food has a great flare with a little spice to get ya going. Attractions are plentiful – from parasailing, jet skis, visiting the ruins and private beaches. The markets offer lots of food, trinkets, and other gifts that are cheap. Fifty dollars, and you can bring back tons of gifts for family and friends!
Follow “Lboogy” on IG: @Lboogy171
The Penn Relays 2017 by Jamaine Mungo For JAYFORCE.COM (Video)
May 3, 2017
Posted this little snip so you all can see what it is like to be in the midst of massive pure human energy on level 12! Anyone who might have seen the subject of this post and thought, “Penn Relays… so that’s a big deal?” YES! It’s a big tings a Gwan!!! Peace to the homie “Maine” for sharing this firsthand experience for this piece, too.
Began running track my freshman year in high school, attended Maple Shade High School, New Jersey. My events were 400m, 800m and the 4×400 meter relay. Along with my teammates, we always trained hard and wanted to win. Our mindset was that hard work pays off and it certainly did. The start of outdoor track & field started in March and we all knew that once April approached it would be time for the Penn Relays. We knew that once we stepped on that track at Penn Relays, it would be “Game Timeâ€. It is an indescribable feeling of pure energy, excitement, and adrenaline once you step on to the track at Penn Relays.
After high school, I continued my track career at Virginia State University running the 400m, 800m and 4x400m events. Throughout my time at VSU, I ran the 4x400m, sprint medley and distant medley relay events at the Penn Relays. Every year that I’ve run at the Penn Relays, there was that same electrifying feeling was always there and I always ran my personal best time.
There is an overall natural feeling of excitement for any athlete from high school, collegiate to olympian who steps onto the track at the University of Pennsylvania for the Penn Relays. A majority of athletes run their fastest times at the track that is known as a “fast trackâ€. The Penn Relay carnival kicks off on a Tuesday and goes until Saturday. Athletes range from all age groups from middle school, high school, college, Olympians, and masters groups whom still compete at the golden age of 75+ running the 100m dash.
This is the largest Track & Field competition that is hosted where you can see all forms of athletes from all different age groups, various events and guaranteed to see some fast times on the track from the world’s best athletes.
So, you got a stadium packed with 90,000 fans – cheering, shouting, blowing horns, rattling all kinds of noisemakers and reveling with each other –
transferring that energy to the athletes who are now overcharged to run their fastest. Tradition, excellence, positive potential energy turned kinetic in the best ways. The Penn Relays started in April 21st, 1895 and is showing no signs of slowing down. It continues to get larger each year. The last race this year ended early Saturday evening, and just like that, it is over… until next year! – Jamaine
Hit the jump for a couple of images of Jamaine Mungo from Penn Relays Years Ago.
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The 2017 NFL Draft Experience: Takeaways From JAYFORCE.COM Sports Team In Philadelphia
May 3, 2017
The 2017 NFL Draft In Philadelphia was the 1st time the NFL Draft would be held outdoors. The NFL draft in Philadelphia drew over 250,000 people with plenty of activities for adults & children a like as fans packed Philly’s Benjamin Franklin parkway up to Philadelphia’s Art Museum aka the “Rocky Steps” made famous by Sylvester Stallone.
There were a wide variety of activities in the park before & during the NFL draft that were free of charge most likely leveraged by the variety of corporate sponsors participating. Zip lines, kids events, & even a Lombardi trophy was on hand for fans to gawk or flick it up with.
A few things we noticed included the price of beers that were $12 a can which made it more difficult for anyone to get too rowdy & drunk during the festivities. Although the beers were expensive, the purified water at various stations throughout the park was free.
Public transportation from the suburbs & back on Philadelphia’s Regional trains was free for anyone who stepped foot on board. Philadelphia did an excellent job hosting the NFL Draft outdoors on the parkway.
Not only did it turn out successful, but it also allowed the NFL to break attendance records for the NFL Draft as various people were moved in & out of the seating area for a chance to witness the draft up close. Check out more video, pics, & thoughts from the Jayforce.com sports crew about the experience below…..
Event: Coalition DJs 9th Anniversary Celebration & Panel Discussion (Video)
January 24, 2017
Wow.
I would say, if you you were not at Atlanta’s Coalition DJs Anniversary Celebration and Longevity Panel event, you missed something special.
I would say that.
I might even go so far as to say that you took a major L this past Monday if you missed it. However, lucky for you, you know me. Even luckier for me, I am truly blessed to know, and be able to call in a favor from, Gerald Olivari of Black Vibes! Yep, G.O. went to the event and grabbed a lot of crucial footage: wisdom from the hearts and mouths of music industry insiders and grinders who have been at it for decades (some over 30 years). So, give thanks, because you are lucky not to have missed out out dopeness like this!
Start with Part 1 above, and absorb the knowledge that flowed with real (and raw, uncensored) conversation from the panelists assembled. On hand was DJ Toomp, KP, and more who have made hits (and money) with the likes of Dallas Austin, TI, Yelawolf, OutKast, Diddy… whew! And the gems they dropped, like:
Understand business… not just ‘the business’… first. This lesson even applies when you are cutting grass for a living: If you want to get paid, for real, DO THE WORK, for real!
If you want to excel as those you admire do, get around them and work like they do.
If you find yourself blessed with the opportunity to be around greatness, shut up and listen!
INFORMATION… that is a key to LONGEVITY.
Relationships go a LONG way!
Wise words well spoken…. applicable to music making AND to life in general! And that was just in the first half of the first part (above). You can keep going and growing with Part 2 after the jump. Got some Red Carpet pics for y’all, too. Shout out to Iman Lexington and public relations guru Amy Hanks (follow @AmyHanksPR) for putting us on to this opportunity as well. Just as you will learn from watching, real DJs and folks like Gerald (with his Black Vibes platform), I.Lex (with her connections and @ILexProject music & media consultancy), and my bro JayForce here just REALLY want artists they encounter to be good – for the culture and for themselves. So, watch this FREEbie intently; especially you artists and managers out there. Keep perfecting your craft and bettering your businesses.
This should help. Good luck!
– @ojones1 aka The Mascot
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Rah Digga & Lyric Jones Discuss Tour, New Music, Guns & More (Video)
January 1, 2017
If you have been tuned into the Beatz & Lyrics Show on a weekly basis then you have heard the track Ski Mask Way by Rah Digga & Lyric Jones. The Beatz & Lyrics show that airs every Monday night 8pm Est 5pm PST on the Native Ryhmes Channel on Dash Radio. Okay shameless plug out of the way now lets get to this exclusive interview we had with these two Titans on the microphone. ArtbyOdell was at 529 in East Atlanta for the kickoff date of the Ski Mask Way tour. Lyric Jones & Rah Digga discuss how their collaboration came about and what new music they have in store. There is even a brief discussion on 2nd amendment gun rights as well. Let me apologize in advance for the abrupt end to the video, some technical difficulties but plenty of gems in this video, enjoy!
– ArtbyOdell
(Photo Credit: PictureMane )
Posted in Exclusives, Interview | Tags: 529, Atlanta, Lyric Jones, Rah Digga, Ski Mask Way, The Beatz and lyrics Show | No Comments »
BoneBreaker Jones – “Say What You Gotta Say†feat. Sam Peezy (Video)
June 8, 2016
YES and hell yes! So happy not to have to keep this under wraps anymore. WHEW! The visual for “Say What You Gotta Say” is out, debuting EXCLUSIVELY on JayForce.com (the first blog to spotlight it). This checks EVERY box on the wishlist. You heard the song already (hopefully, since it was posted earlier here). Dope BEATS & LYRICS and tight visual production a la the incomparable videographer, director and documentarian Will Feagins, Jr (of High Impact Multimedia). Check it out above, and check out the audio (and entire “Revenge Of The Nerds” project) link below!
BONEBREAKER JONES – SAY WHAT YOU GOTTA SAY | REVENGE OF THE NERDS
– @ojones1
Posted in Album, Exclusives, Hip-Hop, Music, Videos | Tags: 46, Alabama, BoneBreaker Jones, Four Six, High Impact Multimedia, Macon County, revenge of the nerds, Sam Peezy, Say What You Gotta Say, Tuskegee, W. Feagins Jr., Will Feagins, Will Feagins Jr | No Comments »
Lifestyle Blogger ‘Genese Jamilah’ Speaks on Why “I Don’t Do Clubs”
October 29, 2015
Here at JAYFORCE.COM we have no problem telling you about other great sites to check out. One of my favorites is IdontDoClubs.com or IDDC for short. A friend of mine sent me a link to one of their stories about black owned Restaurants here in Atlanta, GA. I was impressed with the list and took the time to surf the site. Great events and alternatives to the nightclub life. So I reached out to the editor in chief and founder of the site Genese Jamilah. She took some time from her day to speak with me about why she does not do clubs. She also shares details about an upcoming event she has planned here in Atlanta. So enjoy this interview and stay tuned because we will be doing an upcoming post dedicated entirely to her Must Love Beards event happening here in Atlanta. We will also be giving away two free tickets for one of our lady readers of the site!
-ArtByOdell Twitter/SoundCloud
CLICK HERE FOR FULL INTERVIEW AFTER THE JUMP BELOW…
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Chris Rivers Performs @ 2015 A3C Festival TuneCoreLive Showcase
October 10, 2015
The A3C 2015 festival has kicked off and Wednesday night it was all about the showcases. Â I hosted the Tune Core Live stage (Shout out to Tune Core & Swisher Sweets) lot of great acts on the bill. Â One of the acts is an artist who we post up on Jayforce.com on the regular that is Chris Rivers. Â He rocked the crowd last night with great energy lyrics and some dope freestyles. Â Check out video above and click after the jump for more footage! Â The festival continues on from October 7-11 so be on the lookout because you know Jayforce.com & Beatz & Lyrics will be all over it.
-ArtByOdell Twitter/SoundCloud
Posted in Cover Story, Exclusives, Hip-Hop, Performance, Videos | Tags: A3C, Atlanta, Big Pun, bronx, Chris Rivers, Swisher Sweets, Tune Core, Tune Core Live | No Comments »
Seattle Hip Hop Artist “Dave B” Gets ‘Punch Drunk’ In Interview & Performance @ Bumbershoot 2015
September 26, 2015
Here at Jayforce.com we love putting people on to dope artists that you might not be familiar with. Â We are happy to say that we have a direct connection with the Seattle Hip Hop scene thanks to good folks like DJ DV One, DJ Hyphen, and J Moore. Â One artist out of the Pacific Northwest that we have posted about quite regularly is Dave B. On my recent trip to Seattle for Bumbershoot 2015 I finally got the chance to meet Dave B in person and hear more about his upcoming album Punch Drunk that will feature production from well known Seattle producer Jake One. Â Check out some exclusive content I captured while Dave B was being interviewed on Sunday Night Sound Session with J Moore & also concert footage of his Bumbershoot performance.
Click Here for Previous Post: Dave B The Way
Posted in Cover Story, Exclusives, Hip-Hop | Tags: Bumbershoot, Dave B, Festival, Jake One, Punch Drunk, Seattle, SNSS, Sunday Night Sound Session | 2 Comments »
Rewind: Kendrick Lamar’s Breakout Performance in Atlanta 2011 (Video)
August 5, 2015
Before he was selling out The Tabernacle (historic concert venue in ATL) or playing Music Midtown, one of the largest festivals in Atlanta, a young Kendrick Lamar rocked the stage at the Masquerade back on April 2, 2011. Well before his albums “GKMC” and “To Pimp A Butterfly“, young “KDot” made noise & grew his fanbase off of his mixtapes.  I was in attendance for this show along with my radio co-host Jayforce to see him perform.  We were guests for Kendrick’s show in part because our program The Beatz & Lyrics Show was the first show playing Kendrick’s music in Atlanta on a regular basis & we also conducted his first Atlanta radio interview. So naturally we looked forward to finally seeing him in person.  He did not disappoint it’s crazy to look back now because Ali, his famed engineer, was his DJ that night and his hype man was Schoolboy Q who at the time was only known by a few die hard TDE fans. This particular show was Kendrick’s official breakout show in Atlanta when you knew he was going to be a star on a larger level. Kendrick made a lot of fans that night and it doesn’t surprise me at all the success he has gained.  So check out this vintage footage I shot of him rocking the crowd before the albums, before the baby twist dreads, & before the worldwide acclaim.
More footage after the jump below…
-ArtByOdell Twitter/SoundCloud
Posted in Cover Story, Exclusives, Hip-Hop, Videos | Tags: Atlanta, Classic Clip, Classic Clips, Concert, Kendrick Lamar, Masquerade, REWIND, Schoolboy Q, TDE | No Comments »
Filmmaker/Photographer “Artemus Jenkins” Speaks on Season 2 of The “Smoke & Mirrors” Web Series
July 29, 2015
Right now quality programming is not exhibited much on Network TV. Â Most great shows are on cable with what HBO & Showtime have done and now with channels like Starz & others being the go to place for great content. Â With that said there is another place where people are finding the best content right at their fingertips. Yup U Guessed it (OG Maco voice) the Internet, Web Series & Netflix are where I spend a lot of my time. Â I don’t know what abc or nbc is playing but ask me about “Smoke & Mirrors” and I can tell you all about it. If you are not familiar Smoke & Mirrors is a web series shot here in Atlanta, GA by Christmas in July productions. Â Artemus Jenkins & KarynRose Bruyning are the creative forces behind it as Filmmaker & Director. After a successful first season they are back with Season 2 full of great stories and scenarios to keep you tuned in. Â I decided to speak with Artemus Jenkins about Season 2, creating web content, and dating life in Atlanta which relationships are highlighted in the series. Â So episode 1 of season 2 is posted here for your viewing pleasure be sure to go back and watch Season 1 and enjoy my interview with Artemus.
- ArtByOdell -Â Share with people what the aim is behind the web series Smoke & Mirrors?
- Artemus Jenkins -Â The aim behind Smoke and Mirrors is to express an image of love that relates more to what a lot of us actually know about lov. It is based more off experience than an idealistic portrait of love. The fact is, many of us have had a hard way to go when engaging in matters of love and romance so my partner KarynRose and I wanted to connect with everyone in a very organic way thru the stories we tell in Smoke and Mirrors
Click Here To Get A Copy Of The Entire Season 2
Complete Interview with Artemus after the Jump Below…
ArtByOdell Twitter/SoundCloud
Posted in Cover Story, Exclusives, Relationships, Romantic Comedy, Series, Videos | Tags: Artemus Jenkins, Christmas in July, KarynRose Bruyning, Relationships, Smoke & Mirors, web series | No Comments »
Hitting the Barber Shop: A Day Out with the Beatz & Lyrics Show (Video)
March 31, 2015
So ArtByOdell of the Beatz & Lyrics Show and our number one camera man James Lewis hit the town for another Night out with Beatz & Lyrics. Â This time it is an early morning adventure with Beatz & Lyrics visiting The Swag Shop Barber Shop owned by rapper Killer Mike and his wife. Â The Swag Shop is located in Atlanta, GA & recently Big Tigger of v103 did a live broadcast from the shop proviing kids with free haircuts for a couple of hours also promoting the new Furious 7 movie dropping April 3rd. Â A cold Saturday morning didn’t stop people from showing up, even entertainers DC Young Fly & Eman Hudson stopped by to take photos and crack jokes. Â So be sure to be on the lookout never know where you might see Beatz & Lyrics hosts Jayforce, ArtByOdell, TwiceBorn, & James Lewis with the camera out and about.
– Check out previous A Night Out with Beatz & Lyrics video
Posted in Cover Story, Exclusives, Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: BARBER SHOP, BEATZ & LYRICS, Big Tigger, DC Young Fly, Eman Hudson, James Lewis, Killer Mike, v103 | No Comments »
Jayforce & ArtByOdell Discuss Propaganda & Give Tips to Artists on Channel Dynamic (Video)
March 11, 2015
Channel Dynamic a site based here in Atlanta, GA sat down with Jayforce & ArtByOdell of the Beatz & Lyrics Show during A3C 2014. Â FBI & Jeff Blactracks of Channel Dynamic asked the two a myriad of questions about the music industry, how they got started in radio, and what advice to give artists. Â ArtByOdell & Jayforce gave their opinions on modern day reality TV, propaganda & reminding artists they have to get out here and work to make it.
Check out Channel Dynamic site and YouTube page for more videos with Jayforce & ArtByOdell and a number of music professionals!
–ArtByOdell SoundCloud
CHECK OUT MORE VIDEO FROM THEIR CHANNEL DYNAMIC INTERVIEW BELOW….
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