By Souleo. Yesterday, Sirius radio personality Angela Yee gave us her take on the gossip phenomenon.  She returns today to give us her expert advice on how to handle gossip in everyday life from how to avoid to being the subject of rumors to dealing with gossiping family members.

On how to avoid being the subject of gossip:

1.  Try to not do anything stupid like don't get drunk and pass out at the club.

2.  Be careful who you're around and know who is a good friend or not.  I go out with people and if I don't know them well I don't say too much about anything and my guard is up, but with my friends I can go buckwild.

3.  You should never argue on Twitter or Facebook.  It's a big no-no.  People will try to provoke you to do something but don't.  The best thing is to ignore it because the more you feed into it the more attention you give to it.

How to handle gossip in the workplace:

1.  Do not participate in gossip in the workplace; it always comes back to you.  If I don't like someone instead of me saying I can't stand so and so I just say I don't know that person well and I keep it moving.

2.  It is good to listen to gossip 'because knowledge is important for your own personal information.  That's how I know everything I know.

How to handle family gossip:

I know my family all talks about each other.  In this case it's more important to listen and try not to be judgmental about people.

For more information on Angela please visit:

www.teamyee.tv

By Souleo. We live in an age where gossip has saturated every facet of pop culture.  The result is a massive global obsession with the private lives of celebrities and reality stars that has left society with a seemingly unquenchable thirst for rumors and scandal.  For Angela Yee, the Sirius/XM Radio personality of "The Morning After," and 'Lip Service," it's a reality that has left her with growing concerns about the direction of society.

"I think that's part of what makes society right now messed up.  People like to film fights or someone mentally ill on the subway going crazy.  People think it's funny and people are desensitized to it [gossip]," she said.

Angela notes that the world's fascination with gossip is so prevalent now because of the virtually unlimited access we have to the lives of celebrities.

"I think a lot of it has to do with the internet and accessibility to people's lives.  Now everything is so instantaneous and with reality shows we look into people's lives.  These people are not celebrities until they get on a television show.  So people care about everything about a person due to the reality shows and the technology."

Angela, who always makes sure to give her listeners something to talk about as she fearlessly and hilariously interviews celebrities on all the hot issues, makes it a point to try and balance her gossip reporting with responsibility.  Besides her winning personality it's one of the features that helps separate her from most gossip reporters and bloggers.

"I try to be responsible when it comes to reporting.  I may know something about one's personal life off the record but I won't expose people.  If it's something that is already being talked about and on different sites then it's safe to say I can talk about that but I always state alleged until proven otherwise."

It's a delicate balance between gossiping with class and not but Angela seems to have mastered the art as her witty banter keeps listeners coming back for more.

Be sure to check out tomorrow's part two where Angela gives her tips on avoiding being the subject of gossip and dealing with everyday gossip in the workplace and family life.

For more information on Angela please visit:

www.teamyee.tv

By Souleo. Model Coco is out to prove something and that's that there is more to her than the size of her rump or the fact that she is Ice-T's wife.  To show this other side she's slowly diverting attention away from her physical assets to her other gifts such as designing her own forthcoming Licious jeans line and working on an upcoming superhero novel book series.  Still, Coco can't seem to get away from the controversy and rumors.  In this JimmyJazz.com interview Coco talks it all including not minding being famous for her butt, rumors about her and Ice-T's sex life, her willingness to get more plastic surgery, her near death experience, why she doesn't mind being labeled a dumb blonde and more.

On the Coco you don't know:

People don't see me as wifey.  They see me as a crazy wild party girl.  I cook and clean and scrub toilets and wash my clothes.  I'm not all about the party all the time.  I juggle my husband's career and mine and I handle our calendar.  He has lectures, appearances, interviews, filming and I have my own shoots and everything.  I love it.  Ice tells me to do one thing at a time but I do five at one time and he laughs at me

On being famous for her butt:

I don't mind.  Everyone needs to be known somehow.  J.Lo is known for her butt so why can't Coco be known for her butt?  So no matter if you're a celebrity or not if there's a girl with a big booty who stands out then they'd talk about that one girl.

On the popularity of the big butt:

I think it's gonna be hot for one second and will turn just like anything else.  We have to think of something to talk about and this body part thing will go to another body part at some point.  So I guess ride the train as it's happening.

On plastic surgery:

When I did my boobs I didn't have a mentor and I wish I waited.  So that's why I had to do them again.  I would do more plastic surgery but I am fine right now.  As I get older it just depends on what starts sagging.

On love and relationships before Ice-T:

I've never had problems with love.  I just hook on and am into someone for years.  The boyfriend before Ice we were together for five years.  He was a nerd, worked for Intel and was a body builder guy.  I thought I was in love.  Then when I separated from him and fell in love with Ice it was so different.  He always wanted me around him and I wanted to do the same.  He wanted to go and do my nails and hair with me.  I consider Ice my girlfriend.  I can talk to him about anything.  It's very cool.

On the rumors about her and Ice-T's wild sex life:

I don't mind.  We are a sexy couple in front of and behind the camera.  So that's not a story.  What I don't like is when they talk bad between us.  We have a perfect relationship.  We are just a fun happening couple and people transcend that into being slutty and us having an open relationship which is not true.

On the fitness competition that almost killed her:

Winning Miss Eugenia in the fitness competition in Mexico was the hardest thing in my life.  I almost died.  They work you to the bone.  I passed out so many times.  There was exhaustion, no eating and drinking no water 'cause you don't want that in your tissues.  So I was literally dying but I said I need to win and I did.  I'll never do a fitness competition again.

On being labeled a "dumb blonde"

I get that all the time but I get more out of people when I act like that.  They don't think you're smart so they will tell you smart stuff.  I just calculate it in my head and later on I'll go to Ice and say this person told me this.  So I'm a magnet and I absorb a lot.  I act dumb but that's only to collect information.

On her upcoming Licious Jeans line:

I've always had problems with things on the rack fitting me.  I would have to get them cut and have them trimmed in the waist.  So I'm like why not do a line with just jeans with stretchy material for women shaped like me?  I don't think you need to be super skinny.  So we got some great fabulous designs and girls are gonna go crazy.  I can't wait.  Even those guys that get dressed up in girl stuff will love it!

For more information please visit: www.cocosworld.com

By Souleo. When it comes to throwing a party, few do it as well as veteran celebrity event planner, Patty Laurent.  For almost 20 years under her own company, Patty Laurent Signature, she has coordinated corporate events for Pontiac Automobiles and Bud Light along with album release and birthday parties for celebrities such as Ne-Yo, Ludacris, Robin Thicke, and Outkast.  Her events have garnered press in the New York Post, the NY Daily News, Vibe Magazine and more.  Now Patty is bringing her expertise to JimmyJazz.com readers with ten tips on how to bring an A-list Hollywood party vibe to your own personal affair.

One:  Have a theme...

You have to create an atmosphere.  For example, if you're going with a Hawaiian theme then make sure when they walk in the room they get what is going on.

Two:  Know who is coming...

Make sure that you manage a really good guestlist and get those little RSVP's.

Three:  Clean up...

Please don't have a party in your messy house.  How you present your home says a lot about you.  If guests come into a dirty house then more than likely they won't eat the food or drink the water.

Four:  Don't make them wait...

You must be prepared before the guests arrive.  The last thing you want is to have guests sit and wait for you to do set-up of food and drinks.

Five:  Something in common...

If you don't want your guests going into your bedroom or private areas then there should be a common area where your guests can mingle.

Six:  You make the rules...

Whatever you don't like going on in your house should not happen at your party.  So make the rules known before your guests get out of hand.

Seven:  Be a pro about it...

You can make your home feel like a special event with the proper staffing.  So hire a bartender or some servers.  It's not expensive.  This way your guests don't feel like they're going to your aunt's house and mixing their own drinks.

Eight:  Show the love...

The host/hostess should be great and make people feel like they are important.  When people leave their house they already feel like they are stars so you have to make them feel like superstars.

Nine:  Break the ice...

If it's a small gathering of friends come up with games and activities especially if they don't know each other so they can interact.

Ten:  Get into the groove...

You absolutely must have the right music and the right DJ in order to get the party started.

By Souleo. If you want to know the secret ingredient tot a hit song most of the times you don't have to look any further than the person behind the boards: the producer.  For artists such as T.I., 50 Cent and Keyshia Cole that secret weapon is Bronx, New York native, Antwan "Amadeus" Thompson.

To get to where he is Amadeus had to endure the strife of industry politics.  One major case involves Foxy Brown's brother, Gavin Marchand taking a co-producer credit on the Foxy song Amadeus solely produced, "My Life," for the Cradle 2 the Grave soundtrack.  The situation left Gavin with half of the royalties and Amadeus struggling to rectify it all which he eventually accomplished.

Still Amadeus holds no grudges toward Foxy or her brother for the incident but takes it all as a learning lesson.

"I wasn't sure if Foxy knew what he was doing but who knows?  We never spoke about it and it is what it is.  I don't hold grudges.  I just learned how important it is to have spirituality.  The industry is hard with all of the politics but I'm not gonna stop," he said.

Amadeus certainly isn't stopping as the most recent signee to Diddy's production team, The Hitmen.  While many would think this position would mean smooth sailing Amadeus notes that the grind never ends.

"Regardless of the integrity or name of the camp you are coming on board after the fact, which means nothing when they are already established.  So you have to prove yourself and put the work in to really make it happen.  Nothing comes to me so I still go out there and get," he said.

With a full calendar for 2010 Amadeus is getting it all as this year which will see the release of tracks with, Trina, The Game, DJ Kay Slay and Redman and many others.  Plus, Amadeus will hit the road with Trey Songz as his musical director for the BP3 Tour.

For more information on Amadeus please visit:

www.myspace.com/produceramadeus

By Souleo. Last week, we featured the style and dating tips from noted journalist/relationship expert, Anslem Samuel of NakedWithSocksOn.com. Now we are back for part two. Anslem has perused the Jimmy Jazz catalog to select some sexy and classy outfits for your Valentine's Day date. So if you don't want your date turned into a disaster because of the wrong attire then read on to make this Valentine's Day a success from head to toe.

MEN'S Valentine's Day LOOK ONE

Sean John - Storm Flap Button Up
Parish - Life Vest Jeans
Polo Footwear - Ranger Boot

I picked this one because it's a button-up shirt and simple. Bright colors like red can be very distracting and you want the attention on you. The jeans have a nice wash. There is some personality there with the crinkled and distressed effect. The Polo Ranger boots are just classic.

MEN'S Valentine's Day LOOK TWO

Rocawear - Hydrogen Sweatshirt
Levis - 514 Slim Jeans
Adidas - Stan Smith Two Sneakers

It's classy but more of a casual look. The top is a conversation piece for the first date. This works on a more activities oriented date for bowling or playing pool. Also, if you're not into slacks or pants then black jeans helps you get away with it so no one knows it's only jeans.

WOMEN's Valentine's Day LOOK ONE

Coogi - Sateen Dress
Dereon - Fleur Skinny Jeans
Apple Bottoms - Beana Boot

It's sophisticated and sexy without going over-the-top and showing too much of your flesh. The high-waisted belt accentuates the waist and assets. Personally I'm not into logos but this logo is more of an accessory. The jeans are a great wash and show off the figure, while the boot has great details for a complete look.

WOMEN'S Valentine's Day LOOK TWO

Apple Bottoms - Pearl Necklace Top
Apple Bottoms - Studded Skinny Jeans
Bucco - Western Boot

The top goes in a more flesh category. You can tone the top down with a sweater top but in the summer time this works. Overall it's a bit of a sexier look but it's still subtle enough to keep your date wanting more.

Be sure to check out Anslem's blog site for more dating and relationships tips: www.nakedwithsockson.com

By Souleo. Certain people have the look of love: bedroom eyes, seemingly effortless style that accentuates their body and a confidence in their walk that attracts potential mates wherever they go.  Others don't have this look and the fact is that most of us can use some style tips when it comes to dating.  So in anticipation of Valentine's Day JimmyJazz teamed up with veteran music/entertainment journalist and relationship expert, Anslem Samuel to get some insight on how to dress for love.

In addition to writing for XXL, Essence, Vibe, King and more he is the 2009 Black Weblog Award winning founder/blogger of the popular sex and relationship site, NakedWithSocksOn.com.  On the site Anslem covers everything including cheating and masturbation to his hugely popular Wet Wednesday's erotica stories.  Read on below for part one of the look of love interview where Anslem discusses the turn-offs of "panty waste," why guys need to upgrade their style game, how to tell your mate to switch up their style, dressing tips for that ever important first date and more.

On the fashion turn-offs for men:

One thing for sure is panty waste.  This is when women wear jeans and a short shirt with their panty and thongs hanging out.  That's not sexy at all even though you might look.

On the fashion turn-offs for women:

It's a matter of being too casual.  Women get dressed up for a date and for the guy to show up in a white T-shirt and baggy jeans is gonna be a turn-off.  If she is putting her best foot forward you have to as well.

On how to and how not to dress on a first date:

It's a matter of being yourself.  If you're a fashionista show your style but don't go over-the-top.  Some women go too sexy.  There's a balance between the two.  So having cleavage too out isn't advised if you want him to know you and not your body.  For guys a nice pair of jeans and a button up shirt tucked in or out works.

On how to address your mate's lack of style:

It's touchy but ideally you upgrade each other and learn things.  If you're watching TV or passing someone you can tell them you think that outfit would be sexy on them.  That way you make the suggestion a compliment as opposed to telling them what to buy or that you hate what they wear.  It's about being positive.

On his own dating fashion mistakes:

In college a girlfriend and I were having our anniversary.  At the time I didn't dress up.  All I wore was baggy jeans and T-shirts.  So it's the middle of summer and I threw on Sean John pants and his short sleeve sweater 'cause she said wear something nice.  I was so hot and uncomfortable the entire time.  It was a mess.

On when fashion is a deal breaker:

Early on in the relationship there's not that much commitment so little petty things can turn you off.  But if you been with them for years that's petty to break-up over clothing.  Now if the fashion is indicative of negative lifestyle choices then I can understand.  But at the end of the day you're there for the person not what they wear.

Check out Anslem's blog here:

www.nakedwithsockson.com

Photo By: Kenroy George

It's really hard for artist in hip-hop to keep the faith alive, especially during a recession and when music sales are at a all-time low. It can be challenging to stay motivated or create a circle of loyal team players that can help you elevate in such a volatile industry. One rapper that comes to mind is the self-proclamied "King of Memphis, Yo Gotti. Gotti, who is now 10 years deep in the game, had a bit of a tug of war with his recent label situation at TVT Records, which was well publicized within the hip-hop community. The talented and well-respected rapper (including in the streets) is no longer with the now bankrupt TVT label, and is set to hit mainstream with his J Records debut, Live from the Kitchen, early this year. JimmyJazz.com had a few minutes to touch base with his current situation and got more details about his forthcoming release.

There's no arguing, Yo Gotti is keeping the faith alive in hip-hop. Someone must have sent him an angel.

JimmyJazz.com: What label are you currently signed with? Cash Money or J Records? I think some fans may be confused.

Yo Gotti: I got a artist All Star, that I put out throughout Cash Money/ Universal. But in between that, Slim and Baby always took me in like family and gave me the game. They even helped me when I was signed to TVT. That's why a lot of people thought that I was signed with Cash Money cause you would see me around rolling with them.

JimmyJazz.com: What would you say is the biggest difference leaving TVT and joining a major [J Records]? Would you say that you still have that independent grind or do you feel you can focus on different things, now that you have a bigger machine behind you.

Yo Gotti: Like you said, I'm always going to have that independent drive. But the difference now is that you have a team of people that work with you in getting there. You can sit back just because your on a major label, it's more about team work. You take it to a certain point and give it to them and they take it to the next point. But I always think, no matter who you signed with, it always has to start with you. You got to create the buzz and get hot enough to let them go do what they can do with it.

Yo Gotti gets deep with his current and past label situation on "Send Me An Angel" and tours the J Records offices in New York City.

JimmyJazz.com: Your debut album, From Da Dope Game 2 Da Rap Game, dropped back in 2000. What's going to separate your first album to your upcoming release, Live from the Kitchen?

Yo Gotti: I've seen a lot more. Done a lot more. Learned a lot more. Even when it comes down to the music and how I record and how to pick a beat. The subject matter is pretty much the same, because I still live the same life. We just putting it in with big production... better quality shit.

JimmyJazz.com: Who are some of the producers and artists fans can expect on Live from the Kitchen?

Yo Gotti: We worked with Cool & Dre, J.U.S.T.U.S League, Drumma Boy, Toomp, Jim Jonsin, Hot Rod [our in-house producer who did "5 Star Chick" track], a whole bunch of producers, man. As far as artists, we just got Rick Ross and Lil' Wayne on there.

JimmyJazz.com: Your hometown, Memphis, is a hotbed for top notch producers. Juicy J (Three 6 Mafia), DJ Squeaky, Jazze Pha, Drumma Boy, just to name a few. Have you ever considered stepping away from the booth and behind the boards?

Yo Gotti: I tell some producers how some tracks should go. But I don't know how to use the hardware. But you never know. One day shit might just come to me. But right now, I'm just fucking with that mic.

JimmyJazz.com: To date, you've had collaborations with just about ever key artists in the game. Your featured on Gucci Mane's "Ridiculous" remix, your featured on the the Clipse's Til' The Casket Drops album on "Showing Out" and several others. Who's someone you would like to collaborate with that you have yet to have the opportunity to hook up with?

Yo Gotti: [Short pause] I had this one track I was trying to get Tip [T.I.] on right before he went to jail. I say him right now, because I think this certain track really fit him.

JimmyJazz.com: Pertaining to southern hip-hop, what's your opinion on a bunch of southern artist from the south being locked up and going to jail? Do you think that's going to put a void or motivate other artist to gain and come up?

Yo Gotti: All artists, no matter what coast you from, south, east... you can be put in the same situation. They just ran into a little bump. They gotta deal with it and get back out and take care of business. They real people. Anybody can run into those situations.

JimmyJazz.com: Do you have any ventures on the side? Special collaborations, movies, etc.?

Yo Gotti: I'm shooting a independent movie. I was in a movie before ["Video Girl"]. I also just shot a movie with Megan Goode down in Baton Rouge [New Orleans].

JimmyJazz.com: How about fashion?

Yo Gotti: No fashion right now, but we are focusing in on it.

JimmyJazz.com: Any last words before we wrap up?

Yo Gotti: Fans can keep up with me on MySpace.com/YoGotti, Twitter.com/YoGottiKOM and most important in the street. If you see me, come holla at me. No 300 or 400 pound security around us. Just me and my homeboys.

Listen to Yo Gotti's latest mixtape, Cocaine Muzik 4: Gangsta Grill:

By Souleo.

At the age of 22, R&B singer, Sammie, is already an industry veteran.  By age 12, he was signed to Atlanta producer/songwriter Dallas Austin’s Freeworld Entertainment label under the Capitol Records umbrella.  His debut album produced two hits, “I Like It” and “Crazy Things I Do.”

Then Sammie did the unthinkable and stepped away from the scene to focus on having a “normal life,” just as he was reaching the heights of success.  It was a risky but brave decision and in the long run it seems to have paid off since Sammie comes across as one of the more grounded and humble artists on the scene.  After a successful comeback in 2006, he is now fully back with another wide open window of opportunity to shoot into the stratosphere of success.  His smooth vocals helped catapult Soulja Boy’s hit single, “Kiss Me Thru the Phone,” to #1 status in the country in 2009.  As Sammie prepares for his forthcoming album release Coming of Age, he spoke with JimmyJazz.com about growing up in the hood, taking on the responsibility of being a man of the house, learning to take control of his own destiny, and more.

JimmyJazz.com: You come from a single parent household and with your success at age 12 you helped support the family.  So how did it feel to be the man of the house at such a young age?

Sammie: It’s nothing negative, it was all positive.  I was around the world making thousands of dollars at 12 and contributing to getting the house fixed and new trucks.  So at that time I didn’t realize that was me.  I didn’t understand I was providing for my family and that Christmas gifts were things Sammie contributed to.  So it’s funny, now at 22 I can look back and say I was the man of the house since 12.

JimmyJazz.com: Is it the same situation now or are your siblings old enough to contribute as well?

Sammie: My mom is still working and my sister is about to get her first job, but as the oldest child I want to help my mom and little siblings as much as possible.  I was raised in a family oriented home and that’s my job—to contribute as much as I can to make their lives as comfortable as possible.

JimmyJazz.com: Often the responsibility of being the man of the house is one that the father takes on.  So was your dad ever insecure of the fact that you at 12, were helping to support your family?

Sammie: My father was very supportive.  Parents always wish for their child to be the best at whatever they do and that was him.  So to my knowledge he never once in his life showed any insecurity or animosity on his behalf of me being a star and providing for my family.  I’m still a reflection of my pops so I’m his baby boy and he will never look at me negatively ‘cause I’m living my dream and making money doing it.

JimmyJazz.com: The new album is called Coming of Age, which is a big maturation period in one’s life.  So what is your state of mind now as you are becoming a man?

Sammie: My thoughts are whatever choices you make in life—being able to deal with the circumstances and repercussions of those decisions.  In this business being your own boss is important.  When I say that it is not an ego behind that statement it is really just knowing your business, knowing your paper work, and having a relationship with your attorney.  If things don’t go right this time around put the blame on Sammie ‘cause now I am the source of my situation.  I am the glue to my foundation so only I can mess myself up.  So growing up you go through things you can’t control or don’t understand but you have to make a decision.  My decision is to be more responsible and involved in every aspect of my life.

JimmyJazz.com: What are you still struggling to understand about life?

Sammie: I’m not a foul person and I am very giving.  So when bad things come your way you sometimes ask, ‘Why me? I didn’t do anything to deserve this bad thing.’ That statement may very well be true but I look at things now as a test and a testimony to Sammie’s story.  So everything I go through good or bad I welcome with open arms ‘cause you can’t control it.  So I don’t dwell on things anymore.  I am so carefree and about having fun and smiling and still finding joy.  I learned at 22 that anybody can be happy but it is situational.  If I go platinum then I’m happy.  If I got millions of dollars then I’m happy.  But if I don't does that mean I'm not happy?  So you can find joy in any place if you're rich, broke, or whatever.  So I’m finding joy in all aspects of my life.