Lexie Rich – People You Should Know

Cover-Lexie Rich. Inside photo- Lexie Rich has overcame adversity and is coming into her own. Universal Appeal By Buddy Sampson Alexandra “Lexie” Fayth Rich, of Gilbert, Arizona, started performing at a young age. She studied ballet, and when she was 12, debuted in the Ballet Etudes Nutcracker production...

June 28th, 2014 | People You Should Know | Read More

Jacnique-“Rise In Love”

Cover photo-Jacnique. Inside photo- Jacnique at a recent concert at the Celebrity Theatre. Photo by Bob Delgadillo. The Flowery-Voiced Singer Releases Her Latest EP By Bernard Samms Jacnique Harris-Love is one those earth angels you hear or meet once in a lifetime. With her trademark flower in her...

June 24th, 2014 | Entertainment, Style | Read More

2014 H.U.F. Awards & Scholarship Brunch

Cover photo- Chante Moore(L), her dad Dr Larry Moore and Judge Mablean Ephriam. Inside Photo- Mistress of Ceremonies Jenifer Lewis (middle) is flanked by Living Legacy Award recipients Carl E Jones (left) and Charles Malone Sr. (right). Both photos by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster LONG BEACH CA –...

June 19th, 2014 | Columnists, Community News, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

Playboy Jazz Festival-The Tradition Continues

Cover photo- Bassist Stanley Clarke was exceptional in the tribute to George Duke at the Hollywood Bowl. Inside photo- Patti Austin electrifies the Hollywood Bowl. Both photos by Mathew Imaging. By Ricky Richardson Hollywood-The Playboy Jazz Festival returned to the iconic Hollywood Bowl, June 14-15,...

June 18th, 2014 | The Scoop LA Archives | Read More

Johnny Gill-Commanding The Stage

Cover photo-Johnny Gill. Cover and Inside Photos By Kim Webster. By Kim Webster Johnny Gill has a distinctive voice that commands the stage and our attention. “I started singing professionally when I was about five,” he said with a smile. We all remember that passionate duet “Perfect Combination”...

June 7th, 2014 | Columnists, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

R & B Legend Luther Vandross received star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Cover photo-Luther Vandross. Photo-www.rollingstone.com. Inside photo-Seveda Williams, Luther Vandross's niece, displays the plaque. Photo by Kim Webster. R & B legend Luther Vandross received a posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. For more information visit: http://www.luthervandross.com/news/luther-vandross-be-honored-posthumously-star-hollywood-walk-fame Inside...

June 7th, 2014 | Community News, News | Read More

Brandon Greenawalt-People You Should Know

Cover Photo- Brandon Greenawalt. Inside photo. Brandon Greenawalt, modeling Calvin Klein. Keeping His Eyes on the Horizon The young actor and model walks up to the Starbucks in Marina Del Rey, California. Seemingly impervious to the glances of several ladies, who turn their heads when he walks by, he...

June 6th, 2014 | Fashion, People You Should Know, Style | Read More

Amber Rice-Ms. Scoop

Amber Rice. The down to earth beauty recently completed her degree in Health Administration. Sometimes, it’s great to take a look back. Amber Rice teaches a Zumba class these days. To learn about it visit this link: https://www.facebook.com/FitUnlt. She’s still doing fantastic things...

June 6th, 2014 | Ms. Scoop | Read More

Victor Orlando – Percussionist Extraordinaire

Cover photo-Victor Orlando, percussionist extraordinaire. Photo by Bob Delgadillo. Inside photo-Victor Orlando in concert at the Celebrity Theatre. Photo also by Bob Delgadillo. By Buddy Sampson In music, drums and percussion have always been dominant instruments, capable of setting the mood of a piece...

June 5th, 2014 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More

LA Phil’s 2014 Season-The Hollywood Bowl

Cover photo- Gustavo Dudamel and Herbie Hancock. Photo by Mathew Imaging. Thomas Wilkins. Inside Photo- Conductor Thomas Wilkins. Photo by Curt Johnson. There are many great shows scheduled at the Bowl, including next weekend at the Hollywood Bowl, The Playboy Jazz Festival, which will include a tribute...

June 3rd, 2014 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More