Ayah the Problem Woman Rocks Revival!

Last Wednesday night, soulful R&B Artist, Ayah, rocked the Revival Bar in Toronto at her "Ayah is the Problem Woman" Mixtape Release party. Ayah's track, "Pusha Man" featuring Hip Hop Artist, Tona, is currently in rotation on air and last night also marked the debut of the video. Ayah was joined on stage by fellow R&B Artist, Kim Davis aka Ms Davis performing Kim's reggae-infused track, "Sometimes." Ms Davis has also been making waves on the music scene for the last couple of years after her popular song, "Hush" with Reggae Artist, Sizzla, received international acclaim. You can see clips from the show on Ayah's MySpace Page, http://myspace.com/ayahmusic and check out her other hot tracks while you're there. Also visit Ms Davis at http://www.myspace.com/msdavismusic, Richie Hennessey's page at http://www.myspace.com/ritchiehennessey and Tona at http://www.myspace.com/tonamusic.

Teena Marie to Perform a Tribute to Rick James @ Shea's Performing Arts Centre, Buffalo, NY, August 1!

A TRIBUTE TO RICK JAMES
FEAT. TEENA MARIE
NO REFUNDS*NO EXCHANGES
FRI AUGUST 1 2008 8PM
US $37.50 - US $75.00
Location: Shea's Performing Arts Centre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Internet Onsale Info
Onsale to General Public:
Mon, 06/02/08 10:00 AM EDT
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.com

Akon, Wyclef Jean & Sean Paul Live at the Molson Ampitheatre, Thurs Jul 10!

WWW.LIVENATION.COM
PRESENTS
AKON, WYCLEF JEAN AND SEAN PAUL
RAIN OR SHINE
AT THE MOLSON AMPHITHEATRE
THU JUL 10 2008 7:00PM

Tickets: CA $45.00 - CA $75.00

Internet Onsale Info
Onsale to General Public:
Fri, 05/30/08 12:00 PM EDT

Participate in the Flow 93.5FM presale and use the password FLOW to buy tickets on Thursday May 29) between 10am and 10pm!

Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/100040BBB72A6225

Pix from 'Love and Marriage and New York City" at Toronto's Harbourfront Centre

'Love and Marriage and New York City' made its Canadian debut on Victoria day weekend at Toronto's Premiere Dance Theatre, located at Harborfront Centre. The play, which first premiered in Kingston, Jamaica in 1999, has toured all over the United States, Great Britain and off-Broadway in New York City. Written, Directed and starring Jamaican Playwright, David Heron, the play follows the lives of two couples who marry to get their US visas. Other cast members include, New-York based Janel C Scarborough, Nixon Cesar and Jamaican Actress, Karen Harriott.

The Ladies of Platinum Star Entertainment to be Featured on hit Slice Network Show, Matchmaker on Sat May 24 and Sun May 25!

The Ladies of Platinum Star Entertainment, Carol Allen, Jules Francis and Dionne Warren make their first on-camera appearance together on Slice Network's Matchmaker series!

Jules is a busy, spontaneous, and kind-hearted woman who invests so much attention in others that she can’t make time for herself. Her friends Dionne and Carol have combined forces to show her how to relax by setting her up with Mark, a man they are sure will help Jules stake a claim for her own happiness. The date gets off to a lavish start with a couples manicure session, but will Jules’ open-heart stretch far enough to forgive Mark for the ridiculous striptease with which he ends the date?

Watch it on Slice Network!

Upcoming Shows

Saturday, May 24, 2008
@ 6:00 PM ET/3:00 PM PT

& 10:00PM ET/7:00 PM PT

Sunday, May 25, 2008
@ 1:00 AM ET/10:00 PM PT

Visit our new site: http://www.platinumstarentertainment.com

Soca or Die! - Two Days - May 17th & May 18th

MTV Making the Band's Danity Kane - Flo Rida - Donnie Klang - Day 26 at the Rogers Centre, July 14th!

SUNRISE MEDIA PRESENTS
FLO RIDA &
MAKING THE BAND'S
DANITY KANE DAY 26 DONNIE KLANG
Monday, July 14th @ 8pm!
Rogers Centre
1 Blue Jay's Way, Toronto, ON
This concert has been rescheduled to July 14, 2008. Original Tickets will be honoured for the new date. Refunds at POP available to July 12, 2008 at 6pm.
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca

UB40 Live at Casino Rama - August 23rd!

Casino Rama presents Birmingham, England reggae singers, UB40 with new lead singer, Maxi Priest!
Live at Casino Rama, Orillia, Ontario, Saturday, August 23rd!
Doors Open 8p/Showtime 9p!
Internet Onsale Info
Onsale to General Public:
Tue, 05/13/08 12:00 PM EDT
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca for ticket info

Carol's Note: Check out the link in the Jamaican Observer on Maxi Priest's addition to the UB40 family!

http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20080331t220000-0500_134076_obs_maxi_priest_is_ub____s_new_lead_singer.asp

Above: See new single, Dance Until the Morning Light on YouTube (May 6, 2008)

Capleton & Cocoa Tea Live at the Kool Haus - June 14th

For more info visit: http://www.reggaemania.com

Tina Turner Live at the Air Canada Centre - Nov 13th!

AEG LIVE WELCOMES
TINA TURNER
40 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
AIR CANADA CENTRE
THU NOV 13 2008 7:30PM
Internet Onsale Info
Onsale to General Public:
Mon, 05/12/08 10:00 AM EDT
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca

American Idols Live at the Air Canada Centre - July 26th!

AEG LIVE WELCOMES
AMERICAN IDOLS LIVE!
PRESENTED BY POP-TARTS
AIR CANADA CENTRE
40 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
SAT JUL 26 2008 7:00PM
Internet Onsale Info
EXCLUSIVE PRESALE OFFER FROM CHFI 98.1FM
Thurs May 15, 10a-10p
Password: AI2008
Onsale to General Public:
Fri, 05/16/08 10:00 AM EDT
Visit http://www.ticketmaster.ca

Madonna Live at the Air Canada Center - October 18!

Live Nation Presents Madonna
STICKY & SWEET TOUR
AIR CANADA CENTRE
40 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
SAT OCT 18 2008 8:00PM
Internet Onsale Info
Onsale to General Public:
Sat, 05/24/08 10:00 AM EDT
Visit http://www.ticketmaster.ca for more info

Buju Banton Live At Palazzo Entertainment Complex - July 26th!

BUJU BANTON LIVE IN FULL CONCERT @ Palazzo Entertainment Complex
ONE PLACE & ONE PLACE ONLY
SATURDAY JULY 26 2008
INSIDE:



PALAZZO
ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX,
99 Peelar Road, Toronto
BUJU BANTON & SHILOH BAND
"UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL"
LINDO P
PLUS A WHOLE LOT MORE
Tickets on sale now
GET THEM EARLY CAUSE THIS SHOW WILL SELL OUT"
$40
CALL FOR ALL INFO :647-436-9111

Photo, Carol Allen: Buju Banton @ Reggae Sumfest 2007 in Jamaica

Breakaway Relief Care Presents Families In Action Saving Our Children Free One Day Event - Sat May 10!

Breakaway Relief Care (BRC) is a non-profit out Reach and Resource Organization in the Jane and Finch community. We are on the frontlines helping disadvantaged youths find meaning and purpose in their lives. BRC’s primary goals are to save our children, keep families together and equip our youths to reach goals they set for themselves.

We encourage our youths to engage in activities that promote assets, competencies and resiliency. BRC collaborates with community agencies together with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and (TCDSB) to develop individual plans to address the needs of minority groups.

We will be hosting our third annual Families In Action Saving Our Children event and walk in the Jane and Finch community May10th and June 8th 2008.

On May 10, 2008 we will be participating and conducting our third annual Families In Action Saving Our Children event at James Cardinal McGuigan CHS. This event will highlight our talented youth through music, dance, spoken word and positive testimonies from various youth.

Our Youth will show they can change conflict through Peace, Love, leadership, diversity, community empowerment, and accountability.

Our annual Peace walk will be on June 8th commencing from Jane and Sheppard mall to Jane and Finch Mall. Event time will be from 1pm to 6.30pm.

We would like to invite you to attend and participate in our up coming Families In Action Saving Our Children events. Our theme is peace, love and unity for all people a violent free community and city Please support us with these initiatives.

For more information on Breakaway Relief Care:

E: Breakawayreliefcare@yahoo.ca
Visit: www.myspace.com/Breakawayreliefcare
Ph. 416 635 1457


Carol Allen's Note: I will be participating in this event so be sure to stop by and say hello!

Ice Cream Summerfest Returns to Toronto on June 28th!

DE JA VU ENTERTAINMENT
PRESENTS
ICE CREAM SUMMER FEST
featuring LL COOL J, Monica, Dru Hill, Joe, Ginuwine & more
(line up subject to change without notice)
RAIN OR SHINE
THE MOLSON AMPHITHEATRE, Toronto
SAT JUN 28, 2008 4PM
Tickets onsale 05/12/08 12:00 PM EDT
Visit http://www.ticketmaster.ca

Photo: Carol Allen, LL Cool J Live at Reggae Sumfest 2007 in Jamaica

The Official WBLK (93.7FM Buffalo) Toronto Reunion Party - Longweekend Sunday, May 18th!

Turn Your Speakers Up To Hear the Radio Ad
http://www.niteclubads.com/Reunion08_Stat_E.htm

For tickets, please send email to wblktix@carrebizness.com

Celine Dion in Toronto - 3rd Show Added - Sept 27th

AEG LIVE WELCOMES
CELINE DION at the
AIR CANADA CENTRE in Toronto
SAT SEP 27 2008 8:00PM
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca for more info

Chaka Khan Live at the Kool Haus - August 7th!

WWW.LIVENATION.COM
Presents
CHAKA KHAN for All Ages Show
Live at
KOOL HAUS
132 QUEENS QUAY EAST
THU AUG 7, 2008 DRS 7PM
For info visit: http://www.ticketmaaster.ca

Chris Rock Live at Casino Rama - July 15th!

Missed Chris Rock's last Toronto Show?
CASINO RAMA PRESENTS
CHRIS ROCK
NO APOLOGIES TOUR
19YRS-GOVT PHOTO ID REQ
TUE JUL 15,08 8PM/DRS 7PM
Visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca for more info

Patti LaBelle Live in Windsor - June 26 & 27!

CAESARS WINDSOR PRESENTS
PATTI LABELLE
"PATTI LIVE"
at the Colisseum at
CAESARS WINDSOR
19 YRS - GOV'T PHOTO ID Required
Thurday, June 26 @ 8pm and Friday, June 27 at 9pm!
For more info visit: http://www.ticketmaster.ca

Nas at the Kool Haus, Toronto, May 24!

Just Announced! REMG Presents Hip Hop Artist, Nas, for an All Ages concert at the Kool Haus, 132 QUEENS QUAY EAST-TOR on Sat May 24 2008, 10:00PM. Doors open at 9:00pm. Tickets go on sale, Thurs Apr 24 at 10:00am on Ticketmaster.ca.

Essence of Mahogany Show Highlights

ACP Events and Zbrides Magazine teamed up last Sunday afternoon at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton, Ontario, for the Essence of Mahogany Beauty and Bridal Show. The show featured designs by International Bollywood designer Dinesh Ramsay, Soulful Brides Boutique, Daeja Dream Wedding & Event Solutions & Andrews Formals plus helpful wedding planning tips. Check out my pix from the event.

Platinum Star Presents an Exotic Mother's Day Sunday Brunch on May 11th @ Manyata Courtyard Café

You are invited by the Ladies of Platinum Star Entertainment

To Celebrate Mother's Day

with an Exotic Sunday Brunch on Sunday, May 11th, 2008 @ 11am

@

M A N Y A T A

C O U R T Y A R D C A F E

55 AVENUE ROAD - IN HAZELTON LANES, LOWER LEVEL - YORKVILLE, TORONTO,ON


Featuring a Delicious All-You-Can-Eat Buffet $35 per person including taxes & gratuities

Non-alcoholic beverages are also included in the meal

Space is Limited: Please RSVP to sundaybrunch@carrebizness.com or call 416 410 7556 by noon, Wed May 7, to reserve your space.

Visit http://platinumstarsundaybrunch.blogspot.com

Love to Shop? The Clothing Show is Coming Soon!

Essence of Mahogany Beauty and Bridal Show this Sunday!

Essence of Mahogany…The City’s Most Unique Bridal Show is Back
On Sunday April 20, Essence of Mahogany Bridal & Beauty Show will once again entertain and inform you. In its fourth year, the show has become one of the ‘must sees’ of the bridal season and is guaranteed to help make your wedding day magical.

This year’s show, presented by ACP Events and ZBrides Magazine and sponsored by Planet Africa Television, Knowledge Bookstore, Kimani Press & Authentic Beauty, will take place at Pearson Convention Centre, 2638 Steeles Avenue East in Brampton. As in previous years, the highlight of the event is the unique fashion show featuring Daeja Dream Wedding, Miranda Designs, Soulful Brides, Andrew’s Formals, B4H Designs and international Bollywood designer, Dinesh Ramsay.

Doors open at 10:00 am with a 2-for-1 admission special until 11:00 am. Fashion shows are 11:30, 3:30 and 5:00. Brides and grooms can learn all they need know about honeymoons & destination weddings, choosing the right photographer and M.C. by attending mini seminars hosted by Carlson Wagonlit Travel, INR Photography and Jay Martin. There are fabulous door prizes and giveaways courtesy of Canadian Tire, Kimani Press, Plantation House Bed & Breakfast, Andrew’s Formals, INR Photography and one lucky couple will be featured in the next edition of ZBrides Magazine.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. For ticket outlets and information, call (416) 712-4063 or visit www.acpevents.ca.

Donna Summer Headlines Casino Rama for Two July Dates!

Legendary Singer/Songwriter and Disco Queen, Donna Summer takes over Casino Rama, just north of Toronto for two big show dates--Tuesday, July 22 and Wednesday, July 23at 8pm!

Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, April 15 at 12:00P EDT and are available through Ticketmaster at http://www.ticketmaster.ca

Watch out for her new studio album, Crayons, which is due out this May!

Alicia Keys' "As I Am Tour" Hits Air Canada Centre in June!

R&B diva, producer, songwriter, actress, performer extraordinaire and multiple Grammy Award winner, Alicia Keys, will be showcasing her latest project, "As I Am" and gracing Toronto's Air Canada Centre on Thursday, June 5, 2008. Tickets go on sale Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 12 EDT to the general public. Visit http://www.ticketmaster.ca for full details.

Erykah Badu Coming to Toronto's Massey Hall!

JUST ANNOUNCED!



With the release of her latest album, New Amerykah, Part 1, Erykah Badu brings her soulful sounds to Toronto's Massey Hall on Monday, May 5 at 8:30pm.

FriendsFirst Ticket Sales Begin:
April 3, 2008 10:00 AM

Public Ticket Sales Begin:
April 5, 2008 12:00 PM

For tickets:
http://www.masseyhall.com

OR http://www.ticketmaster.ca

BE THE FIRST TO BUY TICKETS!
Pre-Sale starts Thursday at 10AM
Pre-Sale Password: HONEY

More info: http://www.erykahbadu.com/

Fashion Meets Urban Vogue

Fusion V Fashion Meets Urban Vogue took place last Friday night inside Toronto's Sound Academy featuring the styles of an ambitious group of young designers.

Check out the pix from the show.

Chris Bosh Takes Time Out for the Youth

After Wednesday night's impressive 89-82 Toronto Raptor defeat over the Detroit Pistons at the Air Canada Centre, Chris Bosh spent time speaking to some young fans from Tropicana Community Organization's Scarborough Youth Resource Centre (SYRC).

The SYRC is a drop-in centre located in the Scarborough Town Centre mall and provides resources, activities and programs geared to youth between the ages of 12 & 24.

The very excited group were participants in a month-long contest where they were encouraged to write a short essay, poem or rap about what Black History Month meant to them.

For some of them, this was their first time going to a game, so the experience was such a thrill. With great seats behind the net, they managed to be featured three times on the giant Jumbo Tron. Plus, before the game, they received a generous gift bag of goodies including Adidas t-shirts and key chains. To top it off, they were invited to a meet and greet with Bosh after the game where they received more prizes for knowing Raptors trivia and the opportunity to ask Bosh questions about his life and career. Bosh mentioned that if he hadn't chosen a career in basketball, he would have probably ended up in the computer field, possibly as a Web Designer.

This incredible night out was made possible by the very kind-hearted Events Specialist, Eddie "Go To Man" Williams of Party People Productions. Williams has been very active in planning events and developing Toronto's Urban Entertainment scene for decades and supports many charitable organizations.

For more information on Tropicana and their services visit: http://www.tropicanacommunity.org/

For more information on upcoming events by Party People Productions, visit: http://www.gotoaparty.com/.

Ludacris Moments in the T.dot!

Atlanta-based Hip-Hop Artist, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges was recently spotted at the Muse restaurant on King Street West in Toronto.

The Grammy-Award Winning Hip Hop Artist and Actor was looking very chic as he always does, even more so now that he's transformed from wearing braids to a nice clean cut. The 30-year old part Native American, part African American, Illinois-born Georgia State University Graduate, who went from selling cd's from the back of his car to selling over 13 million albums in the US alone, is definitely a success story! In just ten years, Ludacris is recognized as having the most Top 10, Top 25 and Top 40 Billboard Top 100 Hits of all time and has grown a multi-million dollar empire in the process!

Ludacris' television and movie career is thriving. He has already appeared on the big screen in blockbuster films, "2 Fast 2 Furious", "Crash" and "Hustle and Flow" and still has more movie projects in the works. Ludacris will be seen in the action film "Rocknrolla" filmed in the UK and written and directed by Madonna's hubby, Guy Ritchie. It's scheduled to be released this October along with "Ball Don't Lie", a drama, also due out this year. An online-gaming thriller, "Game", will be released next year.

And, if acting, producing and rapping isn't enough, he'll be adding the title of Restaurateur to his resume when he opens a Midtown Singaporean cuisine restaurant with southern flair called Straits Atlanta in April in his Georgia hometown.

Luda has also recently launched a new online site for aspiring musicians called WeMix.com in conjunction with his record label, Disturbin' Tha Peace and MegaMobile. The online community will serve as a space for music enthusiasts, songwriters, producers, and undiscovered talent to unite, get exposure and vote for the best musical creations with top performers getting a chance to work with Ludacris. Now that's one super-busy and outstanding young man who doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon.

Toronto Fashion Week on Fire!

L'Oreal Fashion Week was in full swing under the tents at Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square during the week of March 17th. With displays from eco-friendly garments to leather, this year's designers stepped up to the plate and wowed audiences and international media with their fall 2008 collections. From the time that Project Runway Canada winner Evan Biddell opened the show on Monday afternoon, the energy continued throughout the week. Additional Project Runway Canada contestants Lucien Matis, Carrie Wong, Kendra Francis also showcased their lines. And, Canadian Fashion Icon, Jeannie Bekker, long-time host of Fashion Television was thrilled to be part of the launch of the new Bratz "Fashion Reporter" doll which was inspired by her.

Above: Evan Biddell 2008 Fall Collection/Evan Biddell with Jeanne Bekker

Kendra Francis - Franke 2008 Fall Collection