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buzzz worthy. . . November 4, 2014-Los Angeles, CA-Tina Campbell of the famed gospel music duo Mary Mary will be transparent at "An Evening With Tina Campbell," Saturday, November 22, 2014, 7pm, at In is Presence located in Woodland Hills, California. The focus of the evening is to accept, let go and move on where Tina's journey of forgiveness will be revealed. Forgiveness is a conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance towards someone who has harmed you. " This event is for anyone who has experienced death, betrayal, infidelity, disappointment or other hurdles in life," states Tina.  This is a first step to let go and jumpstart your road to forgiveness." The event will be nothing you expect and everything you need.  Campbell will introduce new solo music from her upcoming CD, read excerpts from her upcoming book entitled "I Need A Day To Pray," and minister to encourage, enlighten a...

buzzz worthy. . . It appears that the more Mary Mary said they were parting ways, the media hungered for more of them. The WeTV reality stars appear together on the June Black Music Month  cover of Ebony  to share more about their complicated relationship. The issue is due to arrive on news stands on May 7. Surprisingly, Tina, who wanted to leave the group to focus on her family life, revealed her husband Teddy had an affair.  She admitted she was so livid she attempted to stab him, according to singersroom.com. “Once I became aware [of the affair], I initially wanted to kill my husband,” she admitted. “I was considering adjusting the will, the  living trust  and all that kind of stuff. I did physically try to stab him. Several times…I never got to the point of physical harm, not really, but my words…My words hurt.” The couple is still together working on their marriage. Erica, discussed going solo and her belief that her hubby Warren should go...

A GROUP THAT'S WORTH THE WAIT Three years ago I sat in a crowded Compton, CA church (Love and Unity) and witnessed one of the most incredible recordings I've ever heard. It was the Soul Seekers' live recording of their second album. The Soul Seekers are a Stellar-Award winning contemporary gospel "quartet" comprised of young men who all worked in the mainstream music industry in various capacities and decided to make music for God--together. The members are: Teddy Campbell, Warryn Campbell, Nisan Stewart, John "Jubu" Smith, Gerald Haddon, Charlie Bereal, Craig Brockman and Eric Seats. Their individual resumes boast work experience with a gamut of talent such as Beyonce‘ and Missy Elliott to Nelly, 50 Cent, Diddy, Jennifer Hudson, Whitney Houston, Bette Midler and Britney Spears to hit making shows Diddy’s “Making His Band” and “American Idol.” Just one look at the pews and you knew they were not an ordinary quartet group. Among church folk of all age...