::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

buzzz worthy. . . Nashville, TN: There’s a dynamic new quartet of twenty-somethings on the music scene but Da Chozen Brothaz  are different from most gospel quartets in that they are bringing a uniquely contemporary flavor to the quartet genre. They have coined this new idiom as quartemporary. The group is releasing its rousing new radio single “Living For The Lord “ to gospel radio this week to kick off Black Music Month. The group is performing at the WNRR Garden City Gospel Fest this Saturday, May 30th in Augusta, GA. "Da Chozen Brothaz are the now and future of gospel music,” says Ruben L. Freeman, General Manager of WNRR Gospel 1380 AM. “Their quartemporary sound blends the traditional sounds of gospel with today's sound; and my listeners and I love it! I am super excited that they will be joining us for the Garden City Gospel Fest! I can't wait till the full project is released! Think I'll buy me a few copies....lol." The Clarksville, TN gro...

buzzz worthy. . .   Los Angeles - Summer fun is coming to OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network with the series premiere of the new Evelyn Lozada docu-series " Livin' Lozada " on Saturday, July 11 at 9 p.m. ET/PT , followed by the return of the popular OWN docu-series " Flex & Shanice " at 10 p.m. ET/PT . " Livin' Lozada " follows the lives of Evelyn Lozada , of " Basketball Wives " fame, and her 21-year-old daughter Shaniece.  Evelyn has moved on from the heartache of her highly publicized divorce in a big way. She is engaged to big league baseball player Carl Crawford and the happy couple have a one-year-old son, Leo.  Between learning to be a mom all over again, setting up a new home in Los Angeles for her and her family, working on getting the sequel to her first book published, as well as dealing with issues surrounding her family back East...Evelyn has a lot going on!   Not to be outdone, her daughter Shaniece, has...

buzzz worthy. . . Season seven  BET’S Sunday Best winner and Fo Yo Soul Recordings/RCA artist Geoffrey Golden released his first single All Of My Help to all digital music providers today. All Of My Help is the first single from Geoffrey’s debut album Kingdom…LIVE! executive produced by Kirk Franklin and available everywhere on August 7, 2015 .     “A short time ago, I had the pleasure of hosting the live recording for Geoffrey’s debut release,” said Kirk Franklin. “I was amazed at the level of music and ministry that came out of this young man! It was obvious to me that God was allowing us to launch not merely a talent but also a powerful ministry.  I am so excited to share his first single from the live recording with the listeners.”   Be sure to catch Geoffrey Golden performing at the 30 th Chicago Gospel Music Festival on May 29-30, 2015 in Millennium Park.   All Of My Help Retail Links Amazon: http://smarturl.it/...

buzzz worthy. . . "Pataki for Presdient" reads the campaign signage for George Pataki, a three-term popular former New York governor who has been away from the political scene for eight years.  He entered into the 2016 presidential race for the Republican nomination today.  Pataki announced his intent to run in a Youtube video today, following Rick Santorum's announcement yesterday.  He immediately attacked Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton's ties to Washington as a potential threat, "No one will be above the law, " he said.  "Not even if you are a former Secretary of State whose name happens to be Clinton." Pataki is not an experience Washington politician, but a plus is that he led New York through the 911 recovery efforts. "If we are to flourish as a people, we have to fall in love with America again," Pataki says in the video. Including Pataki, 8 names are officially on the of hopeful seeking the Republican nomination,

buzzz worthy. . . New York - When Cheryl "Pepsii" Riley sings, every ear in the room listens. She has the kind of sultriness that seeps underneath every nook and cranny in the listener and grips with a firm hold.  It's one of the reasons why famed director Tyler Perry has continued to cast her for over a decade now in his many productions. With her new music project, "Still Believe," on her independent label, SodaFace Records, Riley has delivered a true showstopper. "Still Believe" is a faith filled, heart drenched conviction of love persevered and Cheryl "Pepsii" Riley delivers sweet dominion with each pumping note.      Passion packed with 12 tracks, penned by Riley and her writing partner, Luke Austin , "Still Believe," reverberates with silky soul, rhythmic R&B, dreamy jazzy undertones and bluesy thunder.  "Still Believe in Love," the single release, is a powerhouse declaration of defiance ...

buzzz worthy. . . Parents love their kids and want to keep them safe.  Summertime safety is an issue parents think about on a daily basis.  They often wonder, “What else can I do to make sure my family is safe?” Teaching kids about safety measures in case of an emergency can go a long way in keeping a cool head when bad things happen. Check out these practical tips to keep families safe so everyone can enjoy summertime fun: Talk about strangers.  Instead of saying “Don’t talk to strangers,” say, “Ask me or your Dad before you talk to another grown-up.  Kids look innocently at other adults and may not be able to perceive when they are in danger.  Along the same lines, instruct your kids not to accept candy or treats from people other than parents, babysitters or friend’s parents. If they are playing at the park instruct them to not wander where they cannot see you.  Don’t monogram your kids clothing, if a stranger uses their name, you...

buzzz worthy. . . The GOP field has grown by another candidate with the Wednesday  announcement that Rick Santorum is seeking the presidency.  Tweeted Santorum, "Today I announce my candidacy for President of the United States!   Join me at http://www.ricksantorum.com and let's take back America!" Santorum's platform will largely focus on family, middle class stability and  returning jobs back to America. The former Pennsylvania senator lost the Republican bid to Mitt Romney in 2008.