Start Wherever You Are Show Interview

  http://ujimatv.podbean.com/ The Start Wherever Are Tour Show aired on Channel Austin earlier this month. The event was held on September 7th and it was awesome. But if you missed the show listen to the show by clicking the above link. My guest was co-founders, Sherry Ranson and Kimberly Porter. Congratulations Ladies for an wonderful event. Let us know your thoughts. Did you enjoy it? … Continue reading Start Wherever You Are Show Interview

New Foodie Post: Azul Tequila

For a little change of pace this week, I wanted to try some South of the border cuisine…. But a little further South than you’re probably used to. I visited Azul Tequila, 4211 S Lamar Blvd A2 Austin, TX 78704, (512) 416-9667. They serve authentic Mexican food with an Aztec influence… All I can say is I am now in love with Aztec cuisine. I … Continue reading New Foodie Post: Azul Tequila

Capital City Black Film Festival

If you have not already gotten your tickets for this great inaugural event, do it now! Austin is hosting an event that has not been attempted in our community especially for Black filmmakers , writers and producers. Don’t miss this opportunity to mix and mingle with some of the best while enjoying many different films. Go to http://www.capcitybff.com for ticket information and more. Stay Tune … Continue reading Capital City Black Film Festival

Wayne Haun, Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman lead Dove Awards Nominations

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Producer and songwriter Wayne Haun and performers Chris Tomlin and Matt Redman lead the Dove Awards nominations for gospel and Christian music excellence. Haun is up for 15 awards and Tomlin and Redman are up for nine each after nominations were announced Wednesday morning at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tenn. Ben Glover, The Isaacs and The Gaither Vocal Band have … Continue reading Wayne Haun, Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman lead Dove Awards Nominations

2013 Capital City Black Film Festival

Capital City Black Film Festival

Inaugural Black Film Festival Debuts in Austin Next Month

Austin, TX – Building on the city’s tradition of celebrating the arts, Capital City Black Film Festival will be honoring urban filmmakers from September 26‐28 in the city’s first festival dedicated to recognizing black filmmakers and actors.

The event will host competitive screenings of documentaries, features, shorts, and music videos, as well as exclusive licensed content shown in private screenings. The festival will also include panel discussions on topics such as modern film production and distribution, and will feature acclaimed filmmakers and activists such as former Austinite and film producer, Julius Tennon, co‐founder of Juvee Pruductions in Los Angeles California and Deborah Riley Draper creator of Versailles ’73: American Runway Revolution.  Continue reading “2013 Capital City Black Film Festival”