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I'm a freelance writer from the Boston area. I write extensively about music (among other topics) and love everything from hip-hop to soft rock -- you seriously have to see my music collection!! Contact me if you want to know more. Education/Experience: BA in English, concentration in writing Interests: music, movies, culture, freelance writing, Scientology, poetry, travel, race relations, the color pink, fashion and style, football, basketball Motto: 'Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." URL |
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From someone who has tested the waters of the e-dating world with unlikely success, here are some tips for creating a profile that will get more attention, garner more responses and help you meet the ...
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In addition to laying down the blueprint for the Justin Timberlakes of the music world to follow and ushering in a new brand of high-pitched exclamations (hee-hee!), Michael Jackson's epic release Thr...
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25 years ago, Michael Jackson set a new musical standard, broke sales records and garnered eight Grammy Awards with the release of his groundbreaking album, "Thriller." But is "Thriller 25" worth the...
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Who made the list of 2007's least talented wordsmiths? Find out in this article.
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Southern rap legend Pimp C (real name: Chad Butler) was found dead in a Hollywood hotel room on Tuesday morning (December 4). He was 33.
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Soulja Boy has stormed on the scene with a dance and a string of weak rhymes in his hit "Crank That." Now, however, it seems that in addition to being lyrically asinine, the young "rapper" is referri...
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Since Queens-bred rapper Nas announced the title of his forthcoming album, Nigger, the reactions have been pouring in. Is the album title a misstep, or more calculated genius from hip-hop's premier po...
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Maybe you've heard that it's difficult or impossible to succeed as a freelance writer. Maybe you should ignore the people who are telling you that. Because with some talent, hard work and know-how, be...
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Tired of getting played? Why not become a player? This article explains how.
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You know you love "The Shining," and these are probably some reasons why.
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This song discusses the most overlooked hip-hop song of 2007, even though 2007 isn't over.
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This article describes various Halloween costumes that can be thrown together at the last-minute and won't break the bank.
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Bored? Why not read this article?
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This article looks at what age people should stop trick or treating.
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Looking for healthy snacks that actually taste good? Consider these.
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This article describes the symptoms of a yeast infection, with tips on treatment and prevention.
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This article discusses what Britney Spears needs to do to get her life back on track.
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This article describes how to get rid of menstrual cramps using natural methods.
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This article explains why Kanye West beat out 50 Cent in their head-to-head sales battle.
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This article explains why 50 Cent is a genius in terms of his business moves.
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The playlist is a major improvement over having one song on your MySpace page: it's easy to create, it's free, and it's a great way to showcase your personality and taste beyond glitter graphics and l...
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Information about starting and maintaining two-strand twists as an alternative to dreadlocks.
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Tips for starting dreadlocks from a former dreadlock-wearer.
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A look at what you should consider before starting dreadlocks, from someone who previously had locks.
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Product suggestions for those starting or caring for dreadlocks from a former dreadlock-wearer.
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A description and review of bareMinerals, a great makeup for people who can't stand makeup.
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Affirmative Action is a controversial measure that some people believe creates injustices in its pursuit to correct them. I believe that Affirmative Action is a flawed system to correct an unfortunate...
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Think you know what Scientology's really all about? Read the second in a series of articles exposing the truth about Scientology.
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Think you know what Scientology's all about? Read the first in a series of articles exposing the truth about Scientology.
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Having an African-American father and an Italian mother makes me bi-racial. In the predominantly white, suburban town where I grew up, it also made me different. As a child I was no stranger to racism...
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Few producers in hip hop have been as influential or as successful as Timbaland, aka Tim Mosley, a native of Norfolk, Va. And few producers have as distinctive a sound as Timbo
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Picking only 10 songs by Pink Floyd as "top" selections is a tough task. It's like picking only ten days of the year you want to eat ice cream. Clearly you need more choices.
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Ahhh Lil Jon. Producer, rapper, certified hype man. A hyper concoction of dreadlocks and platinum teeth, pimp cups and random exclamations shouted at regular intervals, with a penchant for making hits...
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Some artists gain fame by conforming to and copying what's popular. Not OutKast. They've become the world's most popular hip hop group by re-defining what it means to be a modern hip hop artist.
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Since the 2003 release of his debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin," 50 Cent has basically run the rap game, single-handedly destroying the careers of lesser rappers like Ja Rule, racking up multiple #...
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Okay, so you're about to go on your first date with that someone special. Or some random chick you met on MySpace. You're probably a little nervous, understandably. But that's no excuse to be a moron.
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If you're on MySpace, and nowadays it seems like everyone is, you may have run across bulletin spam, either coming from your account, or from a friend's. You'll know it's bulletin spam because the sub...
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If you're a MySpace user, and you probably are, you may have found yourself inundated with random friend requests from every band in existence, plus friend requests and messages from people you don't ...
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Much like football coaches with their little red "challenge" flags in their pockets, students also have the ability to challenge authority - professors. When I talk about challenging authority, I'm ...
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You could compare the thesis of your paper to the foundation of a house. A foundation provides strong, solid support. Likewise, your thesis is a concise, specific statement that will support and provi...
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Size does matter. And Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium, the monstrous stage combined with the mammoth, nearly 70,000 seat venue seemed to dwarf the music itself.
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A detailed guide to the "American Idol" audition process from the preliminary stages to the Hollywood Round. Are you ready?
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A comparison between two popular oil-free face cleansers that claim to prevent breakouts without over drying skin. Examines each product from a user standpoint and reveals which product comes out on t...
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Ten reasons why you shouldn't buy your next t-shirt and pair of jeans from the overpriced, snooty pseudo-nightclub that is Abercrombie & Fitch.
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Have you seen the video for JT's new single "SexyBack"? If so, can you explain to me what exactly is happening? Thanks.
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Tips for conducting a good interview with the press, from a newspaper reporter who has conducted hundreds of interviews. Includes detailed Dos and Don'ts, plus personal examples and anecdotes.
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Tips on how to get your foot in the door of a newspaper, become a successful freelancer, and potentially score a full-time job as a reporter.
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A look at Virginia Beach from someone who just vacationed there. Includes tips on getting there and where to stay, plus info about the people, area nightlife, attractions, and of course, the beach.
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Forget the "insider secrets" and get the real scoop from a newspaper reporter who's sick of getting bad press releases. Includes detailed dos and donts on writing an effective press release, plus pers...
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Instead of diagnosing and solving physical problems, doctors nowadays label symptoms as diseases and disorders and prescribe drugs to cover them up. Meanwhile, drug companies "educate" doctors using b...
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An in-depth look at Ritalin, powerful drug in the same class as cocaine that's commonly prescribed to young children with ADHD, a "disorder" no medical test can detect.
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This poem is about not realizing it was getting dark out-not seeing the gradual change, only the end result. So I guess it's really about that weird in between area, when something's moving from one s...
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This poem is about being appreciated for how I look, and not what I see.
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This is a poem about getting my car broken into. It's also about making choices, and getting a strange kind of feedback from the world about them.
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So I found myself watching "For Love or Money 4" the other night, the latest in a long line of so-called reality shows intertwining the search for true love with gaudy entertainment.
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I was tired of watching mundane movies that did reasonably well at the box office and left me feeling uninspired, so I asked my boyfriend's sister to recommend something amazing. Requiem for a Dream w...
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