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ACTRESS GLORIA REUBEN'S
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS
SENATOR BARACK OBAMA AND SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN
(THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO PRESENTIAL CANDIDATES)
By Ashley G. Woodson aka Brotha Ash for Brotha Ash Productions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2008, Pittsburgh, PA - Actress Gloria Reuben is known for her role on the American television series ER as Jeanie Boulet, a physician assistant in the hospital infected with HIV. She was a guest star throughout Season 1 on ER and was elevated to full time cast member at the beginning of Season 2. She continued that role until early Season 6, when she departed the show. She reprised her ER role for the 11th episode of Season 14. The appearance first aired on January 3, 2008. She is now starring as Rosalind Whitman in the TNT series Raising the Bar.

Reuben came to Pittsburgh because the Obama Campaign in Pittsburgh requested her to be present at a rally held September 28, 2008 at Wylie Avenue & Kirkpatrick Street in the Hill District. Linh Truong, from the Obama campaign put this event together with the help of other to reveal the new mural being displayed at Wylie & Kirkpatrick. Reuben gave an exclusive interview to Brotha Ash Productions interviewed by Ashley G. Woodson about the two Presidential candidates Senator Barack Obama and Senator John McCain. She really spoke out about how she feels and her passion for this race.

EXCLUSIVE BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS INTERVIEW HERE.

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PITTSBURGH'S OWN JOURNALIST BRIAN COOK OF AURN
INTERVIEWS DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE BARACK OBAMA

This is a conversation between Brian A. Cook, an award winning Journalist for the American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) and Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama.

The interview took place on Friday, September 5th, 2008.

IN AN EFFORT TO PROVIDE EQUAL TIME FOR BOTH PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES A.U.R.N. HAS CONTACTED REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE SENATOR JOHN McCAIN'S CAMPAIGN ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND SO FAR THERE HAS BEEN NO RESPONSE.

Brian A. Cook, Audio Journalist, News, Sports & Entertainment
If you would like to contact Journalist Brian Cook, email him @ bcook1906@gmail.com

LISTEN TO THIS HISTORICAL INTERVIEW FROM B. COOK HERE

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FBI LOOKING INTO MONROEVILLE MAN'S
POLICE TASERING, DEATH

PITTSBURGH -- Allegheny County homicide detectives said early indications are that Swissvale police were justified in using a Taser to subdue a man who later died, but the FBI has also decided to investigate.

The official cause of death for Andre Thomas, 37, of Monroeville, is still undetermined, pending results of toxicology tests. The county medical examiner's office said those results won't be available for eight to 21 weeks. A spokesman for the FBI's Pittsburgh office said that the agency is opening a preliminary investigation into Thomas' death. The FBI declined to comment further or say which specific aspects of the case will be under investigation.

READ THE FULL STORY AND PLACE YOUR THOUGHTS HERE

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KIKI IS MOVING ON
By Ashley G. Woodson
For the New Pittsburgh Courier

WAMO on-air announcer Ki Ki Brown has left the WAMO building and is moving on to bigger and better things; and she wanted to give her listeners the real deal to put rumors to rest.

“It was time to take a new course in life and in my career. Life is about special courses that we have to take to teach us how to survive,” said Brown. “Both Sheridan and I know that it was time for me to take a new course. The doors were always open for me to ask any question and I received a lot of support when I had ideas and wanted to venture off into different areas of my career.

“This new course in my life and career involves learning more about me and my capabilities, learning how to deal with difficult people and difficult situations; those are surprises quizzes,” Brown said. “Hopefully, I will graduate and become the next music director and/or program director for a major market station. But I have more to learn.”

READ THE FULL STORY FROM THE NEW PGH COURIER HERE

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B-PEP, THE BLACK POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT PROJECT
A NEW FULL WEBSITE - www.b-pep.net

B-PEP, THE BLACK POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT PROJECT now has a new tool with which to serve the African American Community of Metropolitan Pittsburgh. A New Full WebSite - www.b_pep.net.

For the past two years Ashley G. Woodson, CEO of Brotha Ash Productions and member of the B-PEP Planning Council, has graciously provided B-PEP with a web page. This web page has served B-PEP well and the B-PEP Planning Council is indebted to Mr. Woodson for his kind and generous contribution to B-PEP. With the expanded and extensive work of the Black Political Empowerment Project a full web site was needed and thanks to the work of WNWA Inc. and its CEO, and new B-PEP Council member, Mr. Steve Johnson that website has now become a reality! Thanks also to the contribution of B-PEP Vice Chairperson, Celeste Taylor who assisted in the overall design and content of the site.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND INFORMATION CLICK HERE

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OBAMA SUPPORTERS MAKE KICKOFF A HUGE SUCCESS

By Staff Writer - Ashley G. Woodson
For Brotha Ash Productions

The Canvass Kickoff for Barack Obama was a great success according to supporters at the event. People from all over the Tri-State area came out to support. Denise L. Norris of Corporate Planners Inc. greeted everyone with a smile as they entered the historical kickoff. The kickoff was held in East Liberty at 208 N. Highland Avenue.

Over 400 supporters came out to be trained on how to canvass the streets and get people to register to vote for Barack Obama.

Door to door knocking and canvassing certain organizations and other places were the premise of this canvass. Two people were paired together, so know one would be alone while getting the community to register.[READ THE FULL ARTICLE AND CHECK OUT PICS FROM THE KICKOFF HERE]

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By Writer Ashley G. Woodson
For Brotha Ash Productions
Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Once again the Pittsburgh Hip Hop Awards were phenomenal and historical. Before we talk about the actual event, we need to go back to the Pre-Hip Hop Awards event which was held at Club DeJaVu in the Strip District. The artist really came out and shined this night and had the crowd hyped. Hip Hop Phenomenon "JOE BEATZ" from the H.I. L.L. ripped the stage apart and then B-FLAMES did his thing and a few others performed that evening. There was the Pre-Hip Hop Awards event which GQ from WAMO 106.7FM was on the 1's and 2's, then there was the main event at the Hilton Hotel where DJ Schizo held it down on the wheels of steel and finally their was the "After Party" which was held at Club Krobar in the Strip District where DJ BLAKK STEEL aka "Money Well Spent" from WAMO 106.7FM was on the 1's and 2's. Brotha Ash Productions was there to cover all three events because that's how we do it. YOU KNOW!!! THANKS TO ALL OF OUR STIE VISITORS. YOU VOTED RIGHT AND WE WON!!!

READ THE FULL ARTICLE, SEE THE WINNERS LIST, AND CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS FROM BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS RIGHT HERE

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IT'S OFFICIAL - BAP IS A NATIONAL WEB SITE
THANK YOU PITTSBURGH FOR VOTING US
BEST DIRECTORY SITE (LOCAL)

YOU DID IT PITTSBURGH!!!

Hello BAP FAMILY!!! We want to take this time to THANK YOU for nominating BAP and voting us to WIN for BEST DIRECTORY SITE (LOCAL) from BlackWebAwards.com. We are very grateful for this honor. We would also like to congratulate all of the other BLACK WEB SITES that won in each category. SEE THE LIST OF 2008 WINNERS FROM THE BLACK WEB AWARDS RIGHT HERE.

We can't give it away right now, but we have a very BIG SURPRISE for all Pittsburgh businesses, artists, models, clubs, restaurants and everyone who is in touch with their BLACK AND LATINO culture 100%. BEING A PITTSBURGH NATIVE from the H.I.L.L. DISTRICT is something that Brotha Ash Productions is very proud of spreading across the country. WE HAVE A REAL CONNECTION TO THE COMMUNITY AND WE ARE OFFICIALLY NATIONWIDE!!! WE WILL GIVE YOU ALL OF THE DETAILS COMING SOON, SO STAY TUNED!!!!

IN THE MEANTIME, CHECK OUT THE OFFICIAL CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE BLACK WEB AWARDS RIGHT HERE!!!!

Congratulations to WAMO 106.7FM for winning four (4) 2007 A.I.R. AWARDS. The A.I.R. Awards is an opportunity for both stations and advertisers to receive
recognition for the work they do all year round. Whether you want to enter a single commercial, an entire campaign, a morning show or a newscast, we think you’ll find just the right category. Since its Pittsburgh debut in 1996, the A.I.R. Awards has continued to grow as a respected form of recognition for excellence in radio broadcasting, and nearly $300,000 has been raised for the mission of the March of Dimes.

HERE ARE THE FOUR (4) CATEGORIES THAT WAMO WON!!!
1) Stop the Music, Stop the Violence Campaign (Best Station Sponsored Community Event)
2) Surfin the Net with Bettie Lee (Best Public Affairs Program or Feature)
3) Healthwatch with Dr. Ian Smith for (Best Coverage of Infant & Maternal Health Issues or Problems)
4) Bev Smith Show (Best Evening Show on a News Talk, Personal or Sports Station)

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW FROM BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS
LAMMAN RUCKER'S A LONG WAY FROM THE NORTH SIDE

By Staff Writer Ashley G. Woodson
Lamman Rucker’s a long way from the North Side. If you think you recognize that brother up there on the screen with Tyler Perry, Janet Jackson and Jill Scott, you probably do, especially if you’re from the North Side.

Lamman Rucker has moved from being the bad guy on "All My Children" to the silver screen and it ain’t no fluke. He’ll also be seen in the upcoming "Ball Don’t Lie" and another Tyler Perry joint due out next spring, "Meet the Browns" The Movie.

This Exclusive Interview you'll only see here at Brotha Ash Productions and The New Pittsburgh Courier. "Brotha Ash" hooked up this exclusive Q&A for the BAP and The New Pittsburgh Courier.

READ THE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW FROM BROTHA ASH RIGHT HERE

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MIXED VERDICT REACHED IN TRAFFIC STOP STOP CONFRONTATION

Saturday, September 22, 2007
By Ervin Dyer and Jim McKinnon, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A Hill District woman was found not guilty of disorderly conduct stemming from a traffic stop in Shadyside that nearly spiraled out of control last year, when a police officer drew his weapon on her while three children were in the vehicle.

Common Pleas Judge Anthony M. Mariani found Pamela D. Lawton, 37, guilty of all other charges in the case, including vehicle code violations that led to her being pulled over Aug. 26, 2006, on Kentucky Avenue near Negley Avenue. All of the charges were summary offenses in a nonjury trial that lasted a day and a half.

READ THE FULL STORY FROM THE PGH POST GAZETTE RIGHT HERE
AND CHECK OUT PHOTOS FROM THE 1ST RALLY RIGHT HERE

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SHOUT OUTS TO WIZ KHALIFA AND CRAVE
WHO ARE BOTH NATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST

Wiz Khalifa continues his march to the upper echelon of Hip Hop’s elite. Most recently, he has been featured in several international publications. Rolling Stone magazine’s “Breaking” section honored Wiz in December 2006 as a “New Artist To Watch”. XXL’s March 2007 issue featured Wiz in the 2 spot in their coveted “Show and Prove” sector. Mass Appeal magazine’s latest issue had Wiz as the lead artist for 2007’s “Next of Kin”. He was also praised by VIBE magazine as “an East Coast star in the waiting”. Wiz Khalifa is signed to Warner Brother Records and you can expect big things to come from the phenomenon. Check out his NEW VIDEO "Youngin On His Grind" RIGHT HERE featuring on AllHipHop.com.

MEANSTREET ENTERTAINMENT Presents.. "DEMBOYZ" The much anticipated debut album from "CRAVE" featuring (Lil Flip) includes the hot new singles "7&UP", "Real Chik" and "Ask for it by name" . Dedicated to the art form, the three-member group has been engaged in the artist developmental stage for close to four years under the guidance of Pittsburgh's PA own Meanstreet Entertainment Inc. The young men of CRAVE speak to the hearts and souls of their fans with the UNDERSTANDING, LUST, HUNGER, HOPE and TRUST. Mandell a.k.a The Jonezes, Maurice a.k.a Lil Hollywood and Manny a.k.a E.R. each want to take listeners on a personal journey. July 21, 2007 Crave received the key to the city from Mayor Luke Ravehnstal at WAMO'S Summer Jam 2007. Crave is now signed to Atlantic Records thanks to R&B group Pretty Ricky. The Official Signing Party and Mega Celebration Fest held at Club Kroba was off the chain and Brotha Ash Productions was proud to be the Official #1 Community Web Site Media Sponsor for the event. Check out their article in AllHipHop.com.

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BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS FEATURED ARTIST
HIP HOP STAR "PK POO"

PK POO- Definitely One of Pittsburgh PA's Hungriest, Grindin'est, Most Talented, Hip Hop Artist!!! Due to the heavy buzz PK has created in the Burgh people that didn't know about him, now know! PK POO has been a Solid Solo Artist for years. PK POO has a Confident-Smooth-Swagger on the mic that catches fans ears along with a Motivation and Dedication for the game that is sure to get him to the top. Although, it hasn't been an easy road. It took a whole lot of dedication for PK to make it this far in his career.

His new solo album "THE TEST OF TIME" is in stores now. You can purchase for only $5 at Timebomb-Shadyside, Upbeat Records-Wilkinsburg (Wood St), Cd Outlet- N.Versailles (by Wal-Mart), Cd Warehouse- Monroeville, Good Lookin Barbershop- N.Versailles (Crestas), Kool Kutz- McKeesport. PK promises that it would be worth the wait!! Yes, its true! PK POO has had plenty of losses in his life. But, there is one thing that PK POO has not lost, and doesn't intend to lose.... That is his talent and amazing drive for HIP HOP!!!! You see, for PK POO there is no plan b. HIP HOP is all he knows and he vows not to stop pushin until he conquers his goals!!!!!!!!

CHECK OUT MORE ABOUT PK POO RIGHT HERE

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EXCLUSIVE BAP INTERVIEW WITH ACTOR/PRODUCER "CARL CLEMONS"

By Staff Writer Ashley G. Woodson
For Brotha Ash Productions - AUGUST 2007
I had the pleasure and honor of interviewing one of Pittsburgh's most talented actors and producer, Carl Clemons. I started this interview back in January of 2007 and because Carl is always involving and getting new projects, we waited until now to publish it.

1) How did you become interested in acting?
To me I became interested by God instilling the talent in me as well as it being a craft I enjoy doing that makes me happy.

2) What was your acting job?
On "The Wire" my job was to guard the drug shipment coming in from The Greeks that was to supply the CO-OP with their re-up.

3) How did get a part on "The Wire"?
A blessing a major one at that I had been trying to get on "The Wire" since season 2 & 3. I was constantly sending in my headshot and resume but got no calls I finally did a major "no no" in the acting world "I CALLED THE CASTING OFFICE". I was fortunate enough to speak to a lovely lady named Sareva Racher she is a Casting Associate for Pat Moran & Associates they do the casting out of Baltimore for "The Wire".

READ THE COMPLETE INTERVIEW OF CARL CLEMONS RIGHT HERE

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STANDING PROUD
THE NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER
COLLECTS NINE MERIT AWARDS IN SEATTLE

BAP CONGRATULES "The New Pittsburgh Courier" for winning NINE MERIT AWARDS in Seattle. I am also PROUD to be a part of the New Pittsburgh Courier with the "OUT AND ABOUT PAGE" every week which is a part of the Entertainment Section.

STANDING PROUD "New Pittsburgh Courier Editor and Publisher Rod Doss and Stephan Broadus, assistant to the publisher, display one of the nine Merit Awards collected last weekend at the National Newspaper Publisher Association convention held in Seattle. The New Pittsburgh Courier is one of the 200-plus Black-owned newspapers in the country. The NNPA Merit and Messenger Awards showcase top Black Press performances SEATTLE (NNPA)

READ THE FULL ARTICLE FROM THE NEW PGH COURIER RIGHT HERE

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THE NEW AM 860 ANNOUNCES NEW TIME
FOR THE BEV SMITH SHOW

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MEDIA CONTACT: Tammy Sadler
412-456-4088

PITTSBURGH, PA, May 22, 2007 - Back by Popular Demand…..AM 860's Bev Smith is moving back to her original program time starting May 28, 2007. You can now listen to "The Bev Smith Show" from 7 pm to 10 pm.

Bev Smith began her television and radio career in 1971 when she was named Pittsburgh's first African-American Consumer Affairs Investigative Reporter for WPXI Television, an NBC affiliate. While a reporter, she received numerous awards for consumer investigation, including the 1980 and 1989 Pennsylvania Social Security Outstanding Journalist Award, an award that had never before been presented to any journalist and has not been given to a journalist since then.

READ THE FULL PRESS RELEASE RIGHT HERE

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THE HOMEGOING CELEBRATION OF GWENDOLYN JUNE CAMPBELL ELLIOT
By Staff Writer Ashley G. Woodson

May 18, 2007 - The founder of Gwen's Girls and the first African American Police Commander, Gwen Elliot, was laid to rest May 17, 2007.
Funeral services were held at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church with Reverend Joan Prentice as the officiant. Back in the late 80's ,I had the pleasure of meeting Gwen years ago and I will miss her very much. My family owned a business called "Vera and Rick's Lounge" in the Hill District and Gwen was their quite often for lunch. She always kepted it real with me and I am glad that I knew her personally.

She paved the way for many woman to reach goals that were not able to be met years ago. Along with being the first African American Police Commander, her greatest achievements involved her struggle to make crimes against women and children, priorities in the police department. After retiring from the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, Elliot founded Gwen's Girls (www.gwensgirls.org) --as she recognized there was a lack of understanding for the complexity of the needs of at-risk, and that existing services fell short of meeting these gender-specific needs. Family, friends, community leaders, Pittsburgh police officers and other law enforcement officers came out to pay their respect to Gwen.

Everyone had something powerful to say about "Gwendolyn June Campell Elliot".

TO READ TESTIMONIALS AND EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS CLICK HERE

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BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW & PHOTOS WITH
THE LEGENDARY R&B GROUP O'JAYS

By Ashley G. Woodson and Mocha "The Big Body Benz"

Groove Productions and Urban Mortgage presented The O'Jays and Grammy Award winner Deniece Williams at the Benedum Center April 6th, 2007. The concert took everyone back to a time where music was music and singing was singing. Both The O'Jays and Deniece Williams sound just as good now as they did years ago. After the show, "The O'Jays" sat down for a one on one with Brotha Ash and Mocha "The Big Body Benz" to let us know how they feel about their fans, supporting shows and the love they have for music. The O'Jays originally consisted of Walter Williams, Bill Isles, Bobby Massey, William Powell, and Eddie Levert. The O'Jays were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2004 and The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005. The O'Jays now consist of Eddie Levert, Walter Williams and the newest member Eric Nolan Grant.

CHECK OUT EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW & PHOTOS RIGHT HERE

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BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS FEATURED IN POP CITY MAGAZINE
PITTSBURGHER'S REINVENTED
By Karen Bryant for Pop City Magazine

MAY 9, 2007 - Throughout its history, Pittsburgh has reinvented itself. The region has enjoyed great wealth, survived dire downturns and created amazing new comebacks and opportunities. How? Strong, determined and creative people. As Pittsburgh continues to transform, the people behind the city make the difference. Pop City takes a look at four Pittsburghers who have reinvented themselves and in the process, are helping to reinvent our region.

Ashley Woodson, Founder and President of Brotha Ash Productions - Ashley Woodson’s reinvention serves as a reminder of the unmet potential in all of us. As he explains it, he was sidetracked by the streets for awhile, like too many African American youth. But Woodson would rather focus on how he turned his life around ten years ago and how that is paying off for Pittsburgh. K.J. Bryant writes about her year on the road collecting stories of reinvention in her forthcoming book, Journeys: 50,000 Miles of Wise Women. Visit www.kjbryant.com. This is her first article for Pop City.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS RIGHT HERE

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BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS
HONORED WITH AWARD FROM MESSAGE CARRIERS

Message Carriers is a derivative of The Society of Americans for Recovery (SOAR), which was founded by the Late Senator Harold E. Hughes, SOAR was a grass-roots organization of concerned people from all walks of life.

March 29, 2007, Robin Spencer (Director of Message Carriers) awarded Brotha Ash Productions with an "Award of Appreciation" for the coverage of last year's awards ceremony. "I thank you and your organization for this great honor of recognition." Awards were handed out to over 50 people who volunteer in one way or another for Message Carriers. There was great food, speeches, and entertainment by Eric Blackwell and Faithful Ministries. Keep up the great work Robin because what you are doing is a great service to the community. Again, thank you for the award.

CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS RIGHT HERE!!!

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AND PHOTOS
WITH HIP HOP LEGEND DMC
FROM BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS

Command Operations and Protection Services (COPS) presented legendary hip hip artist DMC to Pittsburgh to speak with adopted and foster children at Second Chance on Frankstown Avenue and to perform at the Greater Pittsburgh Coliseum for the "Down With The King Cabaret". We know about the DMC the artist, but he wants everyone to know Darryl McDaniels, the man who recently found out he was adopted in 2001 at the age of 35, the man who has a new album and a new lease on life. Realizing his purpose and destiny McDaniels decided to make it possible for those less fortunate children without parents to have a life changing experience. McDaniels and his fellow adoptee Sheila Jaffe have started Camp Felix through our Foundation, The Felix Organization to send children without parents to camp. I had the pleasure of interviewing and hanging out with DMC for two days in a row. First I interviewed him at CJ's in the Strip, he spoke with the children at Second Chance in Homewood, and he performed The Greater Pittsburgh Coliseum. After the initial interview we sat in his car and listened to a few tracks from his latest CD. We also went to Arts across the street from CJ's for diehard fans to take photos and get autographs. It was plain to see from the beginning that DMC was a changed man from the experiences of his adoption. He was focused on the children of the world and how he could help.

CHECK OUT OUR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AND PHOTOS RIGHT HERE!!

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW FROM BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS
WITH ACTOR IDRIS ELBA

I had the opportunity to do a brief interview with Actor Idris Elba from the hit HBO TV series "The Wire" fame and the hit movie "Daddy's Little Girl". With his hit movie in theatres all over the country, he is making his rounds to meet and greet with fans everywhere.

Exclusive Entertainment presented Idris Elba at DeJaVu in the Strip to a packed house. This event was held February 23, 2007 and started at 9pm. Fans were anxious were to meet with Elba. He arrived about 12:30am and went straight to the DJ booth where he kicked it with DJ GQ for a minute before heading up to VIP.

READ THE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AND PHOTOS RIGHT HERE

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UNDERWOOD'S RETURN
MORE THAN A SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY

By Ashley G. Woodson
For The New Pittsburgh Courier

Blair Underwood’s return to Pittsburgh will mark a milestone in an already extensive acting career. He is directing his first feature film, “The Bridge To Nowhere,” starring actor Ving Rhames. The movie is set to start shooting March 26 and filming should be completed within a month. An open casting call was held at DejaVu in the Strip District last week where hundreds auditioned for speaking and “extra” roles, drawing hopefuls aged 21 to 60.

READ THE FULL STORY AND LOOK AT EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS RIGHT HERE

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PITTSBURGH HIP-HOP AWARDS GAIN STELLAR MARKS
Event unites young bucks and old heads

THE COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER
TO SUPPORT MS. PAM LAWTON

By Staff Writer Ashley G. Woodson
For Brotha Ash Productions

NATE DA PHAT BARBER
CULTIVATES RAPID SOUL GARDEN GROWTH