The Gathering Storm: A Health Care Update
Why the Health Care Debate is Important to Us!!! Amid skyrocketing gas and food prices, as well as other economic challenges, there remains a gathering storm in rising health care
Lifestyle
The lifestyle section of Parle Magazine includes sports, relationships, black history, politics and much more. Its a total glimpse of the urban lifestyle.
Is it Cheating if She’s Okay with it?
Recently Oscar nominated actress Mo’Nique set off alarm bells when she admitted that her husband Sid can have sex outside of their relationship in this year’s 29th – and final
The “Thick” Woman is Coming Back
Referring to a woman’s weight is a notion that can send chills down a man’s spine. “Do I tell her how she really looks in that dress, or do I
Your Participation in the 2010 U.S. Census is Important!!!
Why is your participation important? Every 10 years the U.S. Census Bureau counts every resident in the United States as required by the Constitution. Some people consider this an intrusive process, an attitude that is
Weave Us Alone
African-American women have always embraced various forms of self-expression. Our unique style can be seen in all aspects of our lives including the many ways we style our hair. Over
Black TV: For Profit or For Purpose?
Many African Americans have become disenchanted with Black Entertainment Television (BET) and its heavy focus on music for years. This waning support is what lead to the launch of the
Undeniable Definition: A Blended, Beautiful Mix of Race
I cringe every time someone says that an individual is acting “too white” or “too black”. Who set the standard for what is considered “white” or “black”? Is the fact
Birdman’s Latest Business Venture – Birdman Oil
I spent a large part of my weekend in random discussions and one of them included defending Birdman as a better businessman than Jay-Z when it comes to the music
“Why Did I Get Married Too” Poster and movie Trailer
Reuniting the same charismatic cast and characters from his hit comedy/drama WHY DID I GET MARRIED, Tyler Perry brings us the next chapter in the lives of eight college friends
The Lost Children of Haiti
Close your eyes and imagine that your mom is dead…then your dad. Moments later the rest of your family dies; your sisters and brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandmother and grandfather.
Misunderstanding President Barack Obama
Over the last year, people have analyzed the impact of the election of Barack Obama on the black community and America as a whole. Interestingly, many of the writers, journalists
Unsigned Artists Earn a Chance to be featured in Parlé Magazine’s Annual “Who’s Next” Issue
Unsigned Artists Earn a Chance to be featured in Parlé Magazine’s Annual “Who’s Next” Issue This February marks the release of our 6th Annual “Who’s Next” Issue. In the past
Styles P Concert at Highland Ballroom for ‘The Green Ghost Project’
What is authentic Hip-Hop? Authentic Hip-Hop is weed smoke filling your lungs to the point where a non-smoker is high too. Authentic Hip-Hop is the smell of alcohol doing the
In The Middle…Love YOU for YOU
Unlike Jay-Z, I got 99 problems and a girl is just one. I can say in confidence that I may not be the most attractive guy around but I’ve got
NY OIL Hip-Hop 4 Haiti Benefit Relief Concert pics
On Saturday January 30th, AllHipHop & NY OIL partnered for the Hip-Hop 4 Haiti Benefit concert at the National Black Theater in Harlem. Performers included Hip Hop Legends-Naughty By Nature,
Young Money’s Drake & Nicki Minaj Carry the Weight of the World
For most people, having the “weight of the world on your shoulders” implies being stressed out and well over your head. Others see it as an opportunity to prove themselves
Questions, Complaints and Performances: A Look at the 2010 Grammys
The 52nd Grammy Awards, for me, was a true disappointment… The title of the show is an “award show,” so, where the hell was all the awards at?! Maybe they
C Tricky Stewart Pre-Grammy Party pics
Friday January 29th Songwriter-Producer C Tricky Stewart and his company Red Zone Entertainment put on their second annual Pre-Grammy Party. The event was held at Wonderland in Los Angeles with
Apollo Amateur Night 2010… A Quick Look at Opening Night
A Quick Glance at Apollo Amateur Night 2010 Apollo launched a new season of their weekly Amateur Night competition on January 27th. Every Wednesday until May contestants compete for a
Just Blaze says goodbye to Baseline Studios
On Thursday, January 28th, the legendary Baseline Studios closed its doors for the last time. Before it officially shut down, a tour was given by Just Blaze, the man behind