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Solid Gold Soul

June 5, 2007

Welcome to Solid Gold Soul

About Freddie Bell

Freddie Bell, velvet morning voice talent is a mellifluous voice actor, broadcast-journalist, speaker and National Voice Actor. His vast voice over credits, include hosting several radio programs including the Tom Joyner Morning Show, The Love Train, It’s The Gospel in Tampa, The Freddie Bell Morning Show in radio on KSGS - 950AM, Solid Gold Soul in Minneapolis, plus This is Music, The Freddie Bell Countdown Show and The Minneapolis NAACP Community Affairs television Programs in Minneapolis.
Invite Freddie to your next event or seminar as a Keynote Speaker, covering topics including You Gotta Have H.E.A.R.T., Tuning In to R.A.D.I.O, Maximizing Your Potential, Imagination, The Secret Key To Success, Winning Through Community Service, Dreaming Your Way to Success and a variety of topics related to sales and sales management. Freddie shares ideas and techniques he used to propel Solid Gold Soul Radio into a household name.
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SALUTE WHEN YOU SEE HER

Rear Admiral Michelle Howard, a 1982 graduate of the United States Naval Academy, is the first female graduate and first female African-American to reach the rank of rear admiral. In 1999 Howard, who holds a master’s degree in military arts and sciences, also became the first African American woman to command a ship in the US Navy, the USS Rushmore.

OBAMA NOW HAS SECRET SERVICE PROTECTION, EARLIEST FOR A PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE

The security details was prompted by general concerns about the safety of a prominent Black Democrat. Although there was no direct threat to Obama, several factors raised concerns, including some racist chatter on White supremacist Web sites.

Obama’s security protection comes almost a year before the first votes are cast in the 2008 presidential election.

BLACK FAMILY AND GOSPEL MUSIC CHANNEL COME TOGETHER

The Black Family Channel will continue operating and will continue serving its 16 million subscribers as the two companies merge. Together the firms intend to empower and uplift families from what is seen as negative images on television. Details on the merger agreement are being worked out.

NEW MOREHOUSE PRESIDENT

Dr. Robert Franklin Jr. has been named as the 10th president of the all-male institution. He succeeds Dr. Walter E. Massey who retires at the end of the month.
Franklin is author of several publications, including his latest book, Crisis in the Village: Restoring Hope of African American Communities.

In other college news, H. Patrick Swygert is retiring as Howard University President. Swygert has been president since 1994 and now replacement has been identified.
Swygert led the most successful capital campaign ever by any African American institution, raising more than $250 million, and placing Howard on solid financial ground.

HARVARD HAS BLACK BASKETBALL COACH

Tommy Amaker brings his talents to the Ivy League after six seasons as the Michigan Wolverines head coach. Amaker’s first head coaching position was at Seton Hall, where his teams reached the postseason every year during his tenure. His goal next season is to win the conference title and be on par with other Harvard programs, he says.

PAULA ABDUL REVEALED IN ‘HEY PAULA’ DOCUDRAMA

The truth behind Paula Abdul’s loopy behavior may soon be revealed when footage of the last six months of her life hits television. Hey Paula is a “docudrama” about the American Idol judge and provides an unfiltered look at the real life of the woman who sparks headlines of drug abuse, celebrity feuds and diva behavior.

Abdul has also said that she has been diagnosed with reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), a chronic neurological disorder that causes severe pain, and that she has undergone 14 surgeries over the years. “If I appear exhausted on television, it’s because I am!” she told AP. “I have a lot of sleepless nights because I’m in so much pain. I was taking far more medication on earlier seasons (of American Idol), and nobody said anything. I try to say something and I stumble, and that’s what people have picked up on. I’m not polished.”

More drama ensued last week, when the onetime “Straight Up” singer and choreographer was caught on tape in a tearful phone outburst against her former publicist Howard Bragman. The phone conversation was leaked to the media.

The 30-minute Hey Paula series will air on Bravo beginning June 28th with back to back episodes, beginning at 10 p.m., and will run regularly at 10:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

MICHAEL JACKSON PURCHASES EMINEM SONGS

Michael Jackson added the work of Eminem to his collection of artist catalogues. Jackson bought publishing rights for the rapper’s back catalogue from Viacom for an undisclosed amount. This purchase also included songs by Shakira, Beck, and Bjork, and joins the Beatles copyright in Jackson’s collection.

Ironically, one of the songs Jackson now owns is “Without Me,” in which Eminem parodied him.

In related news, items once belonging to Jackson were auctioned off by Universal Express, Inc. last week in Vegas and brought in $1.5 million total .

Among the items on the block were an MTV music award for “We Are The World” that sold for $16,000, a glittery jacket that went for $19,000, and a letter to the singer from Marlon Brando that got $1,600. Surprisingly, the platinum record for his hit “Billie Jean” went for only $100.

Universal Express paid $5 million for the items as part of a much larger lot, and spent $2 million transporting them. They plan a second auction of Jackson items later this year.

HI-FIVE LEAD SINGER FOUND DEAD

R&B singer Tony Thompson, the former lead singer of Hi-Five, was found dead outside of an apartment complex in Waco, Texas, on Friday (June 1st), at 10 p.m. The Associated Press reports that the 31-year-old singer allegedly died from a drug overdose. Thompson had recently relocated back to his hometown of Waco to work on new material after living in the Dallas area for some time.

Hi-Five was formed in the late ’80s and debuted their self-titled set in 1990. The album featured their breakthrough single “I Like The Way (The Kissing Game),” which went to Number One on the pop charts. The 1992 sophomore set Keep It Goin’ On boasted the singles “Never Should’ve Let You Go,” “She’s Playing Hard To Get,” and “Quality Time.”

Thompson released a solo set, Sexsational, in 1995. Hi-Five got back together in 2005 and released The Return.

CIARA SAYS SHE’S NOT NERVOUS ABOUT STARRING FILM ROLE

Singer Ciara is gearing up to begin shooting the film adaptation of Mama, I Want To Sing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana this month. And though it’s her first big screen acting gig in a starring role, she’s keeping the butterflies at bay for now.

“I don’t want to claim the word ‘nervous’ at all,” the 21-year-old Ciara told The Associated Press. “I’m thinking, ‘Ciara’s gonna go in, she’s gonna go hard, she’s gonna challenge herself, she’s gonna knock it out.’”

Mama, I Want To Sing is adapted from the long-running off-Broadway musical based on the life of real-life ’60s singer Doris Troy. In the film version, Ciara will play Amara, a preacher’s daughter who goes from singing in the church choir to breaking out as an international pop star.

Ciara will appear in the movie opposite vocal veteran Patti LaBelle and accomplished film actress Lynn Whitfield. “I want to learn as much as I can,” the Goodies singer confided. “I want to be a sponge on the set.”

Black History Fact

In 1944, Mississippi Valley State University is founded in Itta Bena, Mississippi.
In 1966, “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World” by James Brown peaked at Number 8 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, Angela Davis is acquitted by white jury in San Jose, California, of charges stemming from a 1970 courtroom shoot-out.
In 1983, “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” by Michael Jackson entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1988, “Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)” by Samantha Fox peaked at Number 3 on the pop singles chart.
In 1991, Frank Robinson is named the General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles. He is only the third African American general manger in the history of baseball.
In 1991, “Unforgettable” single by Natalie Cole was released.
In 1992, United Nations Secretary-General Boutros Ghali opened the largest meeting on the environment in history in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
In 1993, Singer Mariah Carey marries Sony Music executive Tommy Mottola. They divorce in 1997.
In 1996, “California Love” by 2 Pac is released.
In 1996, the soundtrack to the movie Friday is certified multiplatinum.

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Celebrity Birthdays

Bizarre, rapper and member of D12, 31
Keith David, actor (Chronicles of Riddick, Head of State, Barbershop, Armageddon, Dead Presidents), 51
Julian Marley, son of Bob Marley and Lucy Ponder, 32
El DeBarge, singer, 46

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Words To the Wise

Our thoughts are prayers.
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Contact InformationFreddie Bell
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Minneapolis, MN 55439
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888-639-9738

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Solid Gold Soul

June 4, 2007

Welcome to Solid Gold Soul

About Freddie Bell

Freddie Bell, velvet morning voice talent is a mellifluous voice actor, broadcast-journalist, speaker and National Voice Actor. His vast voice over credits, include hosting several radio programs including the Tom Joyner Morning Show, The Love Train, It’s The Gospel in Tampa, The Freddie Bell Morning Show in radio on KSGS - 950AM, Solid Gold Soul in Minneapolis, plus This is Music, The Freddie Bell Countdown Show and The Minneapolis NAACP Community Affairs television Programs in Minneapolis.
Invite Freddie to your next event or seminar as a Keynote Speaker, covering topics including You Gotta Have H.E.A.R.T., Tuning In to R.A.D.I.O, Maximizing Your Potential, Imagination, The Secret Key To Success, Winning Through Community Service, Dreaming Your Way to Success and a variety of topics related to sales and sales management. Freddie shares ideas and techniques he used to propel Solid Gold Soul Radio into a household name.
Be sure to tell a friend about the Solid Gold Soul Update You can also subscribe on line to have the Update sent to you automatically.
Click on the subscribe link on the right of this page.

MARY J. BLIGE TO PARTICIPATE IN MTV’S NEXT ROLLOUT OF ‘UNPLUGGED’ SPECIALS

Multiple Grammy winner Mary J. Blige will be among a new group of artists slated for MTV’s Unplugged franchise. An upcoming schedule of Unplugged features will be made available not only on MTV but across its VH1 and CMT networks and ancillary networks, including the Internet and mobile phones.

Other artists set to be Unplugged through the new multi-genre platform include The Police, Kenny Chesney, and John Mayer.

Bon Jovi, who are credited with having kicked off the acoustic special phenomenon back in 1989, will tape a new Unplugged special to air across the music channels beginning June 22nd on MTV, with airings on VH1 and CMT on successive days.

No word on when Blige’s special will air.

FAT JOE’S REP SAYS POLICE HAVE WRONG INFORMATION

Law enforcement authorities in Miami were interested in talking to Fat Joe in relation to a double murder which occurred early Monday (May 28th) morning that he may have witnessed. But according to the rapper’s nephew, the police have the wrong information, as the rapper is allegedly out of the country. Fat Joe’s nephew, John Garcia, told New York’s Daily News that his uncle has been in Russia since Saturday (May 26th).

Garcia told the paper, “He left the Saturday before Memorial Day. He’s on tour. I swear to God. He should be home in like three days. Tell the police they’ve got their information wrong.”

According to police, Lessli Paz, Joey Navarro, and some other men were seated in a parked black Cadillac Escalade outside David’s Cafe II around 6 a.m. when three men began fighting in front of the restaurant.

According to the arrest report, ”As the two groups began punching and kicking each other, Jermaine ”Wufgang” Chamberline reached into his right front pocket and pulled out a 9mm handgun.” He allegedly fired four shots, killing Paz and Navarro. Police believe Fat Joe may have been sitting in the SUV with the victims at the time of the shooting, or in the vicinity.

Miami Police Sgt. Bobby Hernandez told the paper, “If he’s a witness, we’d love to speak with him.”

Chamberline was arrested near the scene of the crime and he later confessed. He was charged with two counts of second-degree murder and one count of carrying a concealed weapon by a convicted felon.

THE GAME SAYS NEXT ALBUM WILL BE HIS LAST

The Game recently shared that his next album may be his last. Allhiphop.com reports that during an interview for QDIII’s Beef IV, the rapper shared that he’s already satisfied with what he’s accomplished. The Game said, “I think three classic albums are good for me, you know? I got my point across. I was a prominent figure on the West Coast and a bigger figure in hip-hop as a whole. I think I made my impact enough for my name to be said and remembered.”

The rapper, who is currently taking a break for music to spend time with his family, also gave props to Dr. Dre. He said, “Dr. Dre, working with him and him molding me and helping place me among Hip-Hop’s elite MC’s is good enough for me. Last album. One more to go.”

The Game released his triple platinum debut, The Documentary, in 2005. The rapper released his sophomore album, The Doctor’s Advocate, last year.

PRINCE SAYS NO TO MICHAEL

Prince has reportedly rejected an offer to launch a joint tour with Michael Jackson. Attempts at a comeback are not going well for Jackson, who reportedly begged Prince to perform in a string of concert with him. The Sun quotes partygoers at the Sultan of Brunei’s birthday party, for which Jackson was paid $10 million to attend, as having overheard Michael complaining about the snub. “Michael seemed pretty upset about it. He said he’d approached Prince to see if he would like to work together, but Prince wasn’t interested. “Prince was reportedly concerned about the hype that would surround Jackson’s comeback, and didn’t want to be seen as his support act. Then there’s this: Prince is planning to make his next single available as a free download to mobile phone users to build excitement for his forthcoming album, Planet Earth. Fans can download the song “Guitar” using the new Verizon Wireless V Cast song ID feature. The phone will identify the song for subscribers who hold the phone near a speaker, and also give information about websites where fans can view the accompanying video.

SMJZ BAND PERFORMS FOR FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH

You’re invited to a Father’s Day, after-church Smooth Jazz Lunch Buffett. Bring Dad and the entire family and join the SMJZ Band,along with MC Freddie Bell, at the Bluffs of Mendota at 801 Highway 13, 1/2 block east of I-35-E. This event honoring fathers takes place on Sunday, June 17th from 2pm to 6pm. Admission for Adults is $25 and children are admitted for only $10 bucks. To reserve a space or for more information go to www.smjz-band.com or call 651-455-8380.
This event promises to be a Smooth Affair.

Black History Fact

In 1843, Sojourner Truth left New York and began her career as an antislavery activist.
In 1864, Solomon George Washington Dill, a poor white ally of Black Republicans, was assassinated in his home by white terrorists. Dill had allegedly made “incendiary speeches” to South Carolina Blacks.
In 1926, actress and model Marilyn Monroe was born.
In 1967, “Green Onions” single by Booker T. & The MG’s was certified Gold.
In 1967, “Respect” single by Aretha Franklin was certified Gold.
In 1968, “Stoned Soul Picnic” single by Fifth Dimension was released.
In 1968, blind and deaf author, social reformer, and educator, Helen Adams Keller died at the age of 87.
In 1972, All-time Greatest Hits album by Johnny Mathis was released.
In 1973, WGPR became the first television station owned by African Americans, and given a permit to operate.
In 1974, “On And On” by Gladys Knight & The Pips entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1974, “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing” by Stevie Wonder peaked at Number 16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I’m In Love” by Aretha Franklin peaked at Number 19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, singer Nathaniel Nelson, of the Flamingos and the Platters, died at the age of 52.
In 1984, Break Out album by the Pointer Sisters was certified Gold.
In 185, “You Give Good Love” by Whitney Houston entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1985, “Show Some Respect” by Tina Turner peaked at Number 37 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, If I Were Your Woman album by Stephanie Mills was released.
In 1988, Bad album by Michael Jackson was certified sextuple platinum.

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Celebrity Birthdays

Morgan Freeman, actor, director, (The Electric Company, Driving Miss Daisy, Glory, Lean On Me, Seven, Bruce Almighty), 70

Mark Curry, actor, comedian, TV host, (Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper, It’s Showtime At The Apollo), 43

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Words To the Wise

Continue Moving In the Direction of Your Goal.
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Contact InformationFreddie Bell
PO Box 390521
Minneapolis, MN 55439
fbellsolidgoldsoul@gmail.com
888-639-9738