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The Squid And The Will Again, the goal is for these films to not do well at the box office. Or wait, what was the point? How about in twenty years, we'll have Dr. Drew ask Jaden. And finally, we got our hands on a leaked photo of a project still in the works... It's going to be super edgy, lots of black and white. Co-starring Tommy Lee Jones. And there's a rap single. Really, like nothing you've ever seen before.

I found this a little funny... http://www.thesouptv.com/latest/where-theres-a-will/426750?cmpid=sn-111021-facebook-na-soup ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Shortly after After Earth was likened to recycled oatmeal, Will Smith announced that he's ready to leave the blockbusters behind. We always knew the day would come when he'd abandon us like this, vulnerable and unprotected from the extraterrestrial scum of the universe. Still, we can't wait to find deeper meaning in our ultimitely futile existences through the lens of his upcoming indie projects! 500 Days Of Summertime You'll be leaving the theater wondering, "What is our purpose?", "Is Summer even real?" and "How long was that?"

That was the name of the article...so it was the name of this post. I just thought they were random and funny. Seeing some of them "out of character" was amusing to me. I'm glad someone actually checked these out...lol.

It has to be Jeff. This reminds so much of Rock The House. Over the years I've never hard Jazzy talk about this stuff.

That was...something.

Here's one of my favorites... Here he is speaking...

I just wanted to say, I got the album and I love it. It's inspirational and faith but completely modern music. If someone doesn't share the same faith, they probably will find the subject matter to seem distant, but it still may be worth a listen. Otherwise, if you are a Montell Jordan fan and are known to occasionally appreciate gospel/Christian music, you'll probably like this. Please note that about one third of the album is guest artists and not Montell, but they are all crazy talented. You can find the 2011 release here: http://www.amazon.com/Shake-Heaven-Victory-World-Music/dp/B00635B1IG/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1370405322&sr=8-10&keywords=montell+jordan And the 2012 re-release with the album, the live album, plus the live concert (which I haven't watched yet) here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AGO17TS/ref=dm_dp_cdp?ie=UTF8&qid=1370405322&s=music&sr=8-9 If you opt to get it, I suggest going for the 2 CD/1 DVD package.

I was REALLY hoping she's used the stuck up Hilary voice during the interview. Maybe next time.

Okay...at first I wasn't too thrilled with the intro bit. I just wasn't feeling the production that much. BUT THEN THE ACTUAL SONG STARTED! It's dope; i love it. It made me feel like a kid again just listening to it. I'm definitely looking forward to more music.

By the way, MC Jazzy Jeff actually won the rights of the name in the lawsuit, so I'm not sure how all of that worked out since Jazzy never stopped using it. Maybe he just got lots of money...lol

I've never heard this before so I'm really interested. I sounds like Jeff scratching, but back then, turntablism was a little limited, so it's more likely for DJ's to sound like one another. It sounds so much like him tho' that it's hard to believe it isn't. To my knowledge, Jeff never had anything on wax until JJ+FP. My knowledge could be completely wrong though. The other Jazzy Jeff is an emcee from the 70's/80's Hip-Hop group Funky 4+1. I wasn't familiar with the group since I was so young, but when I did research on them awhile back, I found out they were true pioneers. They were the first group to have a female emcee, the first group from the Bronx to land a deal, and the first group to be on national TV (yes, before Sugarhill Gang and Run DMC). I've only ever seen the album On Fire by him and the "King Heroin" 12" single. I originally read that he sued DJ Jazzy Jeff over the name, but later read that he sued Jive. The funny thing was, his solo music was released on Jive. It certainly wasn't that serious because the Source or XXL held an even in the late 90's celebrating Hip-Hop and both Jazzy Jeff's were at it. They even posed together for a picture.

I was thinking the same thing. People are loving it every time he starts performing. I feel like since he hasn't been pumping out a blockbuster movie every year, more people keep his/their music in a more prominent place in their mind. They know he's an emcee. They know he's a pioneer. They know he has hit songs. He only releases music when he feels people want it and when it's safe. People want it. It's safe. Get busy, JJ+FP.

So dope. With as much music involved in the promotion of this movie and with the mixed reviews, this must be a great stepping stool to a mainstream return to the mic. No offense, but I don't want any of his family being a hypeman when they tour...lol

I really like the JJ+FP is doing this. Sounds like a great opportunity to shake the rust off. They need to be a little sporadic with their plan and do a few of these around the country and the world. I plan on seeing After Earth tonight. Regardless of the reviews, the movie is going to do well...and I can't imagine the movie being any less enjoyable than Hancock. But since it likely won't have a HUGE impact on people, this is a great time to spring board into some music. After Earth promotion duties won't last much longer and they both have some holes in there schedules.

I've been meaning 2 watch this! This is definitely Jaden's most relaxed and best interview. Lots of funny things going on. Props 2 Ellen for sharing her appreciation for FP's music. She's an excellent host.

I don't check this board often enough...lol. I just took a look and it took me back. By the way I STILL like this movie!!

For those who don't feel like clicking the link above... Alfonso Ribeiro On His Lengthy Friendship With Will Smith & His Cameo On The Graham Norton Show First Published: May 30, 2013 5:35 PM EDT Credit: Getty Images NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Caption Alfonso Ribeiro joined his old “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” co-star, Will Smith, on stage last week on Britain’s “The Graham Norton Show,” and it turns out the appearance came about because the pair have remained friends throughout the years. “[i’ve known] Will… maybe 24-25 years. Something like that. It’s been a long time,” Alfonso told Access Hollywood at the New York City premiere of “After Earth,” about his big screen pal. “We’ve spent many years working together, hanging together, playing together, you know, having families together,” Alfonso continued. “[Will is] just a wonderful individual and we have such a great time whenever we’re together.” And last week, flying to London to appear alongside Will, Jaden Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff covering Will’s hit, “Parents Just Don’t Understand” on that British chat show (where Alfonso did the Carlton Banks dance), was all in the name of fun. “He called us up and said, ‘Hey! You want to come to London? Do you want to do this little thing?’” Alfonso recounted of how it came together. WATCH IT NOW: Alfonso Ribeiro Discusses His Appearance On ‘The Graham Norton Show’ With Will Smith For fans who haven’t yet viewed “The Graham Norton Show” collaboration, which was posted to

I was just going to post this same interview. I think it has some interesting quotes and topics, but I must say that reading it made me miss the old Fresh Prince. I admire his thirst for knowledge and his eagerness to share it, but by reading it and not hearing/seeing him interview, it's hard to see exactly where he's coming from. I ask myself "is this the natural evolution of the Fresh Prince reaching a certain level he is supposed to reach?" or "is this one of the nicest, cleverest, funniest people ever who has been removed from the live and the principles that made him great in the first place." I just can't answer that when I READ this. I make it personal and I see the growth I've had as a man and I don't see how I've construed simple truths or actually taken a completely different approach on things. I've upgraded and improved myself hundreds of times, but my friends from way back in the day still say I'm the same person I was when I was 13. I must admit that some of this article has me missing FP from 10 years ago and before. But then I see his UK interview and I'm like "that's the same around the way guy...just wearing a suit."

Not gut-busting funny...but definitely funny. More than anything, it's true.

Jazzy NEEDS to be shooting a Vinyl Destination: After Earth edition that will be rushed out!!!

Montell Jordan Is Now a Megachurch Pastor By Imade Nibokun Wed., May 22 2013 at 7:42 AM Montell Jordan You know Montell Jordan. But the "This Is How We Do It" singer has abandoned his familiar topics of women, partying and drinking and is now the worship pastor at a church in Atlanta. He uses his brand of pop-leaning contemporary Christian music to lead the multi-ethnic megachurch. We meet up with him recently in L.A. Now 44, he looks like a soccer dad running Saturday morning errands in his powder blue shirt, grey zip-up hoodie, and matching flat cap. Joined by his wife Kristin, the father of four is not wearing sunglasses, as pop stars tend to do. This appears to be a changed man. "It was a direct reflection of what street life was for a good kid growing up in the neighborhood," Jordan says of "This is How We Do It," a number one hit in 1995 that was inspired by his South Central childhood But despite his surroundings, he didn't get involved with gangs. "I was more fearful of my dad than I was the Crips and Bloods," he says. "If we even thought about gangbanging or being around that, he would take us out first." Instead, Montell's life revolved around the Baptist church. The grandmother of a local Crips leader was a part of the same congregation, which gave Jordan immunity. "That was a Crip neighborhood," he adds. "They knew we were church kids, so it was almost like we had a pass, we had protective covering, we could walk all through the neighborhood." Still, as his musical career took off, Jordan abandoned his Christian principles to appear as a R&B sex symbol. "Ironically, I was part of the reason," puts in his wife Kristin. "I was his manager the whole time. When we first got married they told us we would sell more records if we didn't let people know we were married." Although his fame faded, in 2010 things were looking up for Jordan; he had a comeback album on deck and a reality show pilot. But those projects were shelved. And so, Montell and his family joined Victory World Church in Atlanta. After doing a 21 day fast in July of 2010, Montell recalls, "The Lord spoke to me and said 'you got to retire, you got to lay that life down.'" A perplexed Montell grappled with the idea of walking away from a R&B career that spanned almost two decades. "So then the battle becomes, how do you lay down the only life you really ever known?" In the beginning Jordan served in the shadows, changing diapers in children's ministry. "One time a worship minister said, 'Hey, would you come and be a part of this service?' I was like, 'I come with a lot of baggage. I don't know if you want an R&B singer on your stage.'" "I was scared because I knew I wasn't one person," he says. "I was probably fearful that me standing on stage would mean that people were going to think that I'd completely given my heart over to Him when I haven't." Kristin adds that despite her husband's insecurities, his first time singing in at the chuch had a memorable impact. "One of the songs he sang was 'Moving Forward' by Israel Houghton. And it was just like, [whistles] 'This is a game changer.'" Not long after, Montell was offered the worship pastor position. "They saw ministry in me that I didn't see." He was soon given a license to marry, baptize, and christen. Though church leaders trusted Montell, it took time for them to fully understand his vision. "You bring in a black guy and they think, 'Okay, we're going to lose the rock guitars and start doing gospel.'" Instead, Jordan decided to craft a sound accessible to the entire congregation. With this goal in mind, he started working on a live concert of all new material with a newly formed collective of church musicians, called Victory World Music. "We were being told that this can't be done. People are not going to pay to come to the church to see the musicians that are here. And I was like, 'Trust me, we're going to be fine.'" Indeed, the group released an album, Shake Heaven, put on a sold-out show, and is now working on another record. In the meantime, Jordan is releasing a second single from Shake Heaven on "You Are," (above) an attempt to broaden his reach in contemporary Christian music. This is no small feat in a genre where few black artists are able to gain a foothold in that genre. "Even when we did 'This is How We Do It' back in the day, we were trailblazers and innovators who were doing something that hasn't been done before," Jordan says. "Victory World Music is for the next kids coming up. This is their worship thing. And the objective now is to get it in the hands of as many kids as possible."

Nothing new, but always good to hear.