Hello Everyone,
First off, I want to apologize to our loyal readers for the lack of posts this past week. Right now, Concrete Loop is going through some growing pains and within the next few months you will be seeing some major changes to the site and staff. I read a lot of your comments and yes we have fallen off and yes it hasn’t been the same as it once was. However, I still believe in my brand and will continue to grow it until I feel I can’t do it anymore. As the owner of this company, I reserve the right to cease posting until I feel certain things are ironed out.
Thank you for the emails and messages and even for the negative critiques. They are all helping in this next phase of Concrete Loop. We do appreciate our supporters and your patience during this turbulent time.
With that said, I would like to leave the comment area open for suggestions and ideas on what you would like to see from Concrete Loop in the upcoming months. Fire away..
Hi Angel. I’ve been reading this since you started in 2005. I bought your book and even follow your personal blog. However, I can tell your heart hasn’t been in it for awhile now. CL is a positive force for black entertainment blogging with an appeal to it’s readers. Please don’t let it die. Keep your head up sis!
I Agree
Wow REAL SUPPORTER that’s a powerful and nice comment..a little sad considering you picked that up
Angel ideas:
- Weekly Blog Talk Radio
- Weekly/monthly Spreecasts sessions w/ a celeb
- Add the Facebook social plugin for more interaction on your site
- Take ConcreteLoop to the Street and get NOW topic interviews/questions from fashionistas of NYC and NC
- Start partnering with organizations of your readership like: yp groups, political groups etc…
- Ok that’s a enough free advice…lol
Good Luck Loverlie.
Dani
Dani, you seem to have a lot of bright ideas, but you do know this isn’t TMZ. Those ideas require a lot of time along with a bigger staff… which means a stretch on the budget. You do know this is her side job and not her bread winner. Anyway, the only idea I would suggest is to post more! The site is fine where it’s at in terms of content. Overdoing it with a bunch of needless content will clutter the site making it unappealing. But then again, that’s just my opinion.
Post that picture of me in my pajamas.
LOTUS: Yes, it’s definitely just your OPINION… and not a very good one in my OPINION. The notion was to give ideas to spruce up the site for more readership. I’m not a die hard and know all the ins and out of Ms Laws life as you seem to be. The ideas are meant to help give more life to a site that seems to be a good revenue generator for her. There are many FT bloggers whom this is their main revue stream.. and so someone like myself who does SM strategy for a living …my ideas were very good ones.
AMMMEEENNNN….PLEASE JUST BRING IT BACK TO LIFE.GIRL THIS IS MY DAILY NEWS WHILE ON MY WAY TO SCHOOL
I agree as well. I’ve been checking everyday to see new post. I do understand what you are saying Angel. Any business owner has come to this point, I know I have and as long as you know what you want to do, stand firm and do it, you’re on nobody’s watch.
Try including black artists in genres other than rap and r&b. This will further separate you from these other “ghettofied” blog sites.
Lmao @ Kanye West
MAD LOVE for you right here! Always will be a fan! Keep your head up….
I’d like to first start off by saying that I admire your blog and the variety of information that you post. It’s great to be able to go one place for everything from music, to fashion, to politics. I do wish that the post came more often, however if it were to jeopardize the quality I would say continue to as you have been. I am a new business owner and people don’t understand that this is not something you are doing for fun, this is your baby, your child. So you want to be your best and want your team to be as well. if you have any doubts about the people working with you clear everything up before you move forward or sooner than later you’ll find yourself back in the same place. Pray and trust your heart, because the heart is Gods vehicle for answers. Be blessed love!
I really do miss this site, hope everything will be ironed out shortly.
Thank you for updating us on what’s going on.
AGREE!
Respect, and good luck!
Yeeeeessssss!!!!! Get y’all life over there cuz I’m going through withdrawals!!!!!!! Lol but I will forever stay true! If u guys need help lemme know! I am an inspiring writer!
I think you mean *aspiring* writer
Yes that is exactly what I ment lol I blame it on autocorrect on this damn iPhone lol
how do you explain “ment”?!?!?! lol…. xoxox
*meant
That’s atomic correlated again. Sorry Abbott that.
So I guess the cell has you spelling about as Abbott, too. It’s all well…I hate “smart” phones…lol respect.
@ Imsostupid Please have all the seats in a remedial English class.
LOL smart phones really aren’t that smart…
Smart phones are smart, they just need a ‘smart’ owner to double check the message is correctly spelled before pressing ‘send’.
@ CHEERS
whut the business is?
Heeyyy
@CHEERS
Is that you or did some buffoon steal your name?
@HELLRAZER
How’s life homie?
No it’s me lol. I’m the bafoon
Looks like I spelled “buffoon” wrong (my bad). I blame my phone lol.
@CHEERS
Only a buffoon would spell buffoon wrong when it’s written right in front of their eyes lol
I’m just playing you know you’re my Canadian love interest.
lmao, i think imsoilliterate has proved he/she isn’t a writer at all. stop blaming that mess on your phone and blame your public school system and parents.
Thank you very much for this post. I hope that all is well with you and your staff and that everything works out for the best. I really loved this website and hope that you can get that good thing back!!
As far as suggestions:
1. your layout is great, and easy to navigate. I would just post small pictures when there are more than one picture instead of making people keep clicking next (sooo annoying)
2. I love your fashion posts. Here we had a whole week of NYC fashion week and Nothing from you guys I was very dissappointed.
3. Remain true to yourselves, Quaility not Quantity is a great slogan and I believe it is the reason why I love this so much.
Best Wishes!!!
I actually disagree with #1. I find the website layout and everything else actually kind of irritating to navigate. I don’t think it’s very user friendly compared to a lot of other sites (not comparing to just other gossip sites – but just any other website in general). I have a lot more trouble loading to the next page after page after page on this site than any other. To me, it just needs to be a little less fussy, more streamlined. Anyone else feel the same? Sorry I can’t provide specifics on how to make it better. *shrug*
Do a post about black history every month.
Start talking about more serious issues other than some d*mn celebrities.
She has posted on serious issues, she posted the video of my son ans his friend in the movie theater shooting, here in Colorado, and believe me, we are still dealing with the aftermath of that. IJS
ANGEL THANKS FOR THE UPDATE , WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO SEE INFORMATION AND UPDATE’S ON BLACK ( Celebrities ) CONTRIBUTION’S charities , OR scholarships PROGRAM’S WITHIN THE BLACK COMMUNITIES .
- CAN YOU GIVE US WEEKLY UPDATE’S ?
WE BUY THEIR CLOTHEN LABLES AND SUPPORT THEIR LIFE STYLES …BUT
WE NEVER HEAR OR SEE THEM GIVING BACK , OR HELPING WITH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS AND CONTRIBUTIONS .
Isnt this a celeb website? I come for the celeb news….sooo….those who want seriousness should check out cnn.com
last i checked, cnn does NOT represent ANYTHING about us or for us.I would LOVE more info about us and for us. Keep up the posts regarding our history and people we may never have heard about.Also,you could have posts about people’s lives who are doing well or doing something different,ie world travelers, entrepreneurs,etc.While we enjoy reading about celebrities, we could do that anywhere and it would be wonderful if the site could do more to uplift and inspire us for greatness.Fashion would be great as well as another poster who mentioned having black artists who are in other genres of music
I think the site starting going downhill once celebrities starting shouting you out. You guys rarely post your opinions about anything anymore and I kinda missed how Angel would go in on people. I do check out the other urban blogs but CL has always been the best out of all of them to me. I say start being a blog again and stop kissing these celebrities asses!!
DITTO!!
I think they wanted to be non-biased, which is why Angel stopped “going in on people”. Just the news, straight like it is, which is appreciated since Black people are often seen as confrontational.
I Ditto that to, it seems very biased when you concentrate on only one or two celeberties constantly, not naming any names you know who they are. There are plenty of black celeberties that get no love at all on this site. Still a big fan of CL, I check in daily to see what is going on and mainly for the comments, got to love the freedom of speech
@DEBRA – BEYONCE… and I love every second of it.
Some of us don’t
true!
Angel, I’m a fan since 2007 i think, I’m from France and I bought your book on amazon..
you stated in in your book that the relation you built with the celebrities was almost like a partnership.. I think this is one major reason for this hardtime..
blogging for me means liberty of expression and eather it is good or bad critics, it is suppose to come from a heart, a lover of music, a wise opinion right, so when you seems to play it safely, we can sense that.
also, you like to introduce us to new upcoming artists, which I think is cool but you still treat Kanye and Rihanna (for exemple as god sends when they are totally exaspering us (at time i’m SOOO over them) you got to makes us believe that entertainment is not only about them.. stick with those new artists, through social media if it’s easy.
also, you throw the 5 years anniversary party, that included your readers, that means you care about them, and maybe their opinions.. Since the comment section is not going that strong, I suppose it’s time to go on the streets and bring some opinions to us from a reader perspective. now the creative work has to be done even more.
I would like Concretloop to grow and be more interractive. (videos and stuff)
Thank you for allowing us to express our feelings about that subject, I believe in you
(you inspired me to create my own blog, thank you!)
Angel,
You already know how much of a big CL fan I am. I’m a major supporter of what you do, and I continue to check CL every day even with no updates, LOL. CL is one of the first websites I go to in the AM when I hit my computer. The only thing that I can ask for as a loyal reader is for you to take your time with redirecting what’s going on. A true fan of the website will want you to feel like your site is running the right way because you have been the driving force behind this blog from the start, people may come and go but this is your baby first. It would be wrong of me to make demands because all I do is come and read, and that doesn’t take the same amount of work you put into this for us. With that being said, You know where to find me if you need anything…
-Cory aka TheRocPrince
I have been saddened to see that the posts have been few and far between. I check your site twice a day and will continue to do so until you figure out what your new direction will be Angel.
I truly enjoy the format of the site and the topics you and your staff post about.
It is a great gumbo, where you have a mixture of quality topics. From history, music, fashion, politics and sports. I think you should continue with that and maybe expound on the Music portion(I am a music lover).
Thank you for asking us what we think, means alot that you care….
<3 <3 Déna
(I will be back on your site tomorrow
)
Thank you for the update, it’s just great to know you are ok & safe. I have a suggestion, maybe you can do a “Where are the now” There are artist that have not been on the seen for a while that I would like to know what they are doing now. Example: JJ Fad, Kwame, Special Ed, Good girls ETC. Dang I just told my age LOL. Just a thought
A “Where are they Now” section would be great but not only about singers/rappers. It would be great to know about other celebrities too such as actors/actresses, athletes, etc.
I vote for this idea!
I also like the guess who posts so please keep those.
I think you used to do guess who posts with childhood pics. Those were fun. Blind items were fun. The posts that you do now are fine the way they are imo because you cover gossip, music, politics, fashion, a little bit of everything. This blog is the most diverse in content out of all of the urban blogs I visit but the updating does need to be more frequent. I understand quality over quantity but the quantity has to be there too in order to keep the attention of the readers. We live in a society of instant gratification so we are always wanting more more more lol. Overall I still love CL & it’s one of my regular stops when I’m surfing the net. Like someone said above Don’t let it die! This site is needed. It’s classy & helps to balance out some of the foolishness I see on other sites.
Surprise…That’s a great idea
Hey Angel! Just wanted to tell u that I’ve been going to Concreteloop to get my celeb scoop since forever! Following u all away across the world from Singapore! Love you & ur site! Can’t wait for it to be back up so I can feel like I’m living life in the fab lane in the US instead of a sunny lil small asian island. Hee! Love u!
Concrete Loop was the 1st blog I found, told my friends about and frequented like 3 or 4 years ago. The problem is, news, gossip and updates have become so instant and easy to access without even searching. Twitter is the down fall of many a blog and the success of few. I appreciate you letting us know what’s up. I have always seen you as a pioneer and an image of a strong black female leader and I’m sure Jeh will sustain and direct you from here on out.
This was one of the first celebrity site that I viewed and love. I hope all things will work out in time and that you will have concreteloop up and running in full force.
i know cl was way back when the myspace era first started, and when MTO was stillin diapers. I remember having 2pg a day post angel please come back
WoW! I’m actually surprised Angel posted this on CL. This shows she really does care about the future of this site because I was starting to wonder..
I have a few tips.
1. Be more opinionated. We respect your opinions and views that’s why we visit
2. Do more interviews. Back when you first started your interviews were the best. I still remember your Kanye West interview. It was my favorite of all time.
3. More video content..
4. More giveaways! lol!
Exactly…you dont have to be a Perez Hilton, where you’re driving people to suicide with your words, but, you can still voice your opinion.
I’d like to see myself in a byline or two in the near future… The changes to the staff should definitely include me
. I’m currently a writer for Kontrol Magazine and I’m certain that I’d do great! As far as the site goes, I enjoy the new artist spotlights so it’d be great if those continue in addition to more interviews with interesting people. I remember back in the day you used to record yourself talking to folks. That was great! Cough cough, I can help with that too!
God Bless!
Yes Angel hire her..
And if you need someone to just be super messy I nominate myself for that job so hire me too lol!
Ha! job fair on CL! Girl we already talked off line and you know where I’ve got you covered. I don’t have to be IN the big apple to do it either. You need a whole team because your brand’s becoming a juggernaut (in a good way) Come on – you know I’m darn near one of your pilot readers and we got you. I dare someone to say that black people don’t know how to rally around something good. We know you’ve got something good, classy and even educational, so, sorry — we’re not going to let you slip through the cracks!
I love this site! I think it’s movement started off great after the big party in NY then I don’t know what happened (or who won that contest to attend the event) but I just know that after the event the site seemed to be going in the right direction. It was more fashion and music and even political. Now it almost seems like it hasn’t been a priority for the ppl who run it. I just say find some ppl who are passionate about your brand. Hell even they’re own brand and they make a contribution to yours. Or a guess blogger every month could be cool too. (I’d be all over that) any way I say find a new aggressive* staff. Keep Brain tho…. I love him. I love you ma’am and I know the site is just gonna continue to grow.
Thanks for the update I am tired of going on mediatakeout they are never positive. I will like to see more who rocked it best post. I think it will be a great idea to interview some upcoming stars or inspirational people. For example, Gabby Douglas, Luke James, Elle Varner etc. I am a makeup artist and I wish their would be something showing the trends because some people need help #ijs. I can’t wait for the return I will be checking everyday!
I like what you post, its just they are just posted late
I’ve been rocking with Concrete Loop since before Angel had to fundraise to pay the server bill. Those were the days, huh?
I’m sure you’ll get through this bump too!
Hi. ive followed CL since 2005 i think. Look at whatever it is your going thru as “life that happened” its all apart of your story. You work hard and regardless of where CL is today . you can say your continuing to spread positivity. If you never blog on here ever again, you helped, motivated, and impacted many people in a very positive way and your a young lady along with the other young contributors. u guys created something u should be proud and happy about at such a young age. stay encouraged. im maybe 10yrs your senior and you motivate me beloved! stay blessed:)
More fashion post from Angel
I love the idea of a Where Are They Now series featuring older artists that have fallen off our radar! Like many others I follow your personal blog and twitter and it appears you’re making some lifestyle changes that will inevitably lead to changes within ConcreteLoop, why not add a lifestyle section to the site? I also miss the political post from J.Dakar and the Black History Spotlight, I haven’t seen those two in a while.
I used to be a loyal reader as well. I remember when Angel first started, I was motivated and inspired. I even purchased her book to use when I thought about blogging. Then all of a sudden it went downhill. It became less personable. I do understand that Angel was/is building her brand, but her brand started with Concrete Loop. It’s like she forgot about her baby and that’s what put her on. I hope she can get the passion back.
im glad cl open the comments for suggestions the celeb gossip is cool but it would be nice to see some movie reviews and suggestions for our films. Music reviews or maybe a mini player with new music and let @JUDAH do the political reviews your hits will go up 10 fold. maybe some throwback Tuesday or Thursdays where u play old videos> i know that would be real easy and just overall topics try to get some of everything in there so we dont have to go to other sites to check em out. GOOD LUCK I”LL B BACK!
oh and please quit moderating the comment unless they are just plain disgusting. Lets remember our 1st amendment freedom of speech so many of our ancestors died for it so lets uphold it and make them proud.
i believe they do that because of spam. if you are ever on other large blogs you will see that spam is a big issue.
Where Are They Now series featuring older artists…Music reviews of unsigned artists new music
I would like to see you all cover more genres of music like
Christian… For example lecrea has the #1 album on itunes hiphop and rap
And he’s a Christian artist . He’s above 2chainz,Rick Ross everyone
good idea!
I’d love to see more interviews from Felicia Mancini! LOL! In all seriousness I think opening up the comments for suggestion and discussion is what makes CL such a great place to come to for awareness and entertainment. Its all about QUALITY not QUANTITY…even if that means waiting for change. It will be worth the wait. We got yo’ back Angel!
Angel, you used to be unique, now CL is just like the other blogs. I agree with other bloggers, once you started kissing celebs ass it was downhill from there. I hope you find a way to reinvent yourself because I do appreciate your work.
Blessings!
I definitely noticed this. Maybe I’m alone in this but I don’t care about the posts of Angel and her staff or friends hanging out w/ celebs. I don’t know her and don’t care. She looks like a hanger-on. Just report celeb news and stop trying to be one.
As someone in the industry, I would have to disagree. Maybe you should look up the definition of celebrity and get back to me. The girl is also an author and speaks regularly to students about how to make money blogging. Looking at the comment area it also seems people care about what she does…
I just finished your book so I’m like noooooo! Lol You are such an inspiration to me and many others who have supported this site from the beginning. But as far as changes, I know you made sure you stated liability a lot in your book. Especially with the comment area. But, I feel as if you guys couldn’t state YOUR HONEST opinion anymore. You can remain positive without degrading anyone. Which is something this site use to do. Also I feel like you guys use to be the first to post the latest news. Now it seems like everyone else has it first. Bc trust this is the first site I run to when it comes to news in Hollywood. But when you guys don’t have the tea first, a lot of us run to the sites who do. I LOVE this site Angel and I LOVE your story. Stay encouraged! We believe in you and we know you will get through this.
Major pet peeve: The consistent typos in the posts. Sometimes I wonder if anyone is proof-reading over there.
its a blog all the blogs have typos even the washington post and huffington post
This is a pet peeve of mine as well. You have to put your best foot forward at all times and this is especially true when you have such a large readership. Typos should never happen and if they do, they need to be corrected ASAP.
And fact checking too. I can remember quite a few times where the person’s name was spelled wrong, the title of their album/book was incorrect, or the summary of their back story was out dated.
Angel, I completely understand and I’ve been thru the same thing lately with Sound-Savvy. I wish you the best, and if you’re looking for any contributing writers, give me a shout. I appreciate you for being a mentor to the rest of us, you have a wonderful spirit. Success is yours.
I’ve been an avid follower of Concrete Loop for some time now. It seems as though the Loop is going through what I compare to Oprah transitioning to the OWN network. I can only imagine how tough it may be to keep your blog positive and uplifting in a social networking world where negativity often prevails. I think it is all about the Loop finding a balance and I’m confident it will happen in due time. Good always prevails evil. I will continue to support you during your transition. Thank you for you keeping us devoted fans updated. God Bless!
Keep Your New Artist Spotlight! Love Those! The Round the Way Idea is nice but having to click to other links not so much. Maybe you could write a brief summary about it and provide links for those who may want to read more. Add more Black History Spotlights. At least once a month, they are so inspirational! Maybe on Thursday you can do a throwback edition of an old school video or an old article you posted years ago and give an update on it! Your blog is DEF one of the classiest and informative so no matter what you change always stay that way. Hope you find your way back to doing what you love
Oh, and more fashion, hair, and makeup posts.. And a feature on where to buy more affordable versions of super expensive fashion trends.. And keep recognizing the CL Grads and Do-Gooders in our community
Thanks Concrete LOOP!
I’m a fan of your blog I wondered what was going on with your website because I love coming
To it everyday . Im glad you have informed us of what to expect and what has been going on. I
Trust your improvement s will be made to your expectations ,I’m sure you will iron out the bugs because you are smart ,strong and have been successful thus far! Good Luck I will support you and your fabulous blog!
I’m a huge fan of the website. Glad to hear things will be back and running full strength ahead. I am absolutely going through withdraws. I would suggest more serious issues being addressed (i.e. World News). I love gossip as much as the next person but sometimes reality should be seen as well. I’m not sure if you’re looking for other writers as well BUT I would absolutely suggest @WritingSin who is not only a writer and poet but also a HUGE music lover. She’s making noise in the underground world with her poetry and music. It would be amazing to see her apart of the Concrete Loop family.
I honestly think just updating us on Music, Fashion, and Worldly news is awesome. You keeping your opinion quiet makes you unique as a blogger in my opinion. That’s what draws me to your site, daily!
I co-sign with Breana. I visited a few blogs before I found home… #TeamCL!
LOL @ Judah too bad your spiritual powers can’t lift you off the seat and away from your keyboard.
I truly love your site! I visit almost on a daily basis and I just want to say that you keep your site fresh and unique! Keep up the good blog job! LOL
Concreteloop should do birthday shout outs to celebirties and even the ones that haven’t worked in a while. Bring Tiana back so she can do the fashion posts. Angel can you bring back the blind items and get rid of trolls like Judah. Because he always has something negative to say about somebody or something. Update posts everyday even when you and staff don’t feel like it.
Leave Judah alone, he brings balance to the discussions. How about a open forum for him?? LOL
@BK Girl
I agree. Like I stated in the last post, he has defintely brought in many followers to this site. I think he should be one of the contributors. Maybe he can do something on Black History every month.
@ EMMAV’S
I knew that someone on this thread was going to mention me, which is a compliment. That means that I’m on your mind.
Some people don’t want to read stuff from an individual that sends hateful messages it may actually divert intelligent readers away from the blog. I agree Judah should be blocked this isn’t a trash site, it’s suppose to be quality.
LOL @ Judah. You know your posts are a little over the top and whether you do that on purpose or not one will never know. BUT what I can say is that at least when you are educating without offending there is much to be gleaned. That’s why you are brought up and it should be taken as a compliment.
he definitely keeps RD coming back
@ TRINIB
Yes, RD is my biggest fan by far. She has a demon on her that she can’t get rid of which is why she’s captivated by my comments. She knows that I’m gifted but she’s frustrated that I don’t have the spiritual power to alleviate her of the le$bian demon that she has on her.
I agree, there definately needs to be stronger dictorship in the comment section, Angel. Commenters that jump on here with hateful anti-black women/men rhetoric should be banned.
@ MORNING GLORY
Sheneneh lol…..instead of giving recommendations on who should be “banned”, go do something you’re qualified to do, like make a grilled government cheese sandwich. It’s a shame that exterminators don’t kill hoodrats. I’ve never at any time worried about who should be “banned” or not “banned”, but I will say this; the creator of this site needs to ban anyone that uses the word “dictorship” until that word actually exists lmao. I will assume that you mean the word “dictatorship”, and that shows how HYPOCRITICAL many of you black females are. You espouse dictatorial beliefs (which doesn’t surprise me because most black females are fascists), but out of the other corner of your mouth you’ll promote “voting for Obama”, which is part of the process of DEMOCRACY (which itself is allegedly, inherently ANTI-DICTATORSHIP). Your dumb a$$ probably tries to mail packages using food stamps. Get a grip. When you get to the point that you’re worried about “banning” someone, or leaving a website because of a commenter, that means your personal life is in shambles or non-existent (which is the case for most black females).
POW!
LOL that was funny Judah, too bad your spiritual powers can’t lift you off your seat and away from your keyboard. Actually too bad your spiritual powers can’t do anything really other than moan and b***ch.
@ RD
I must be the only man that can give you that tingle down there, and I do it with just words. That’s all the spiritual power I need for now lol. You’re so amped to get my attention that you responded under the wrong commenter lmao. Why you mad? Did you catch your girlfriend at the movies with another female?
Lol @ Judah, you’re obviously a closeted homosexual it’s so obvious that’s why you hate black women so much and no this site is just slow not mad at all. Keep making me laugh while you have the opportunity because this is going to be shut down.
@ RD
You’re confused and frustrated……and desperate. Why do you keep talking about this site getting shut down, and why is that relevant? Oh I know why. You’re scared that you won’t be able to read my comments anymore lol.
@ RD
What does the site “being slow” have to do with you posting under the wrong commenter lmao? You have issues with accountability. What a surprise…..
Two responses in a row. Lol you mad? Couldn’t find a good rebuttal??? Awwww it’s okay lmao. I’ll give you another chance.
@ RD
A rebuttal to what lmaoo?
Hi Angel,
. Anyhoo, we all understand that there maybe somethings that need reworking behind the scenes, so take your time and do what you feel is best. I never really leave any comments because I love reading the comments of my fellow CL readers, however this time I did want to let you know that I love CL because it rarely interjects opinons and dramatic insinuations about what may be going on in a particular picture- which speaks highly to your motto “Quality not Quantity”. And that is what keeps this site Classy (in my opinion). We all know where we can go to get the TRASH- but I love your site because it’s always funky, classy, and to the point. Regardless of the direction you decide to take the site, I just wanted to say THANK YOU as I have been an avid reader for years.
Thanks for the update- I was starting to get a little concerned for a sec, as I schedule my daily breaks around reading the latest updates on your site and really it is always one of the highlights of my day
How about “A Young Black Entrepeneur of the week/or month”…it’ll be interesting to see more positive posts…
Good idea.
I love that idea!
Great Idea
I love this idea! As I am a business owner, this would be an interesting read as well! ; )
great idea…. and other successful people outside of the entertainment industry
Fab Idea
Hi Angel,
I hope you guys can get it together and bring back the great celebrity news and much more. This blog is the only blog I believe support postive news and when its a rumor you guys state its a rumor versus putting it out there and making us believe its true. Keep up the good work and I look forward to updates very soon.
thanks for the update… got me worried… CL is my entertainment …. keep up the good work , I am confident you would work through the site issues…
I would love to see more fashion, new upcoming artiste, historic and political post. You could also branch out to feature african american products and businesses… don’t need your opinion… have enough opinions in the comment as is….
I loved your site since 2008 when I was checking out new music…definitely found a voice to express ourselves; but if I have one suggestion, it would be to post new music from artists and new artists that hasn’t been on the scene yet–that would give them a chance to shine
No worries, thank for keeping it open and honest. I hope everything works out, we are rooting for you. God Bless you
I have been following Concrete Loop for about 2 years and after looking at a couple of other sites it has made me appreciate you guys even more for the good work you do. I am happy to log on and see positive posts that aren’t like the trash I’ve seen elsewhere. Some times I find out about new songs and artists on Concrete Loop before I ever hear them on the radio and we as a community are always shown in a positive aspect so it’s things like that that I love about this website.
Of all the blogs I visit ConcreteLoop has and will always be my favorite because of the different topics that are chosen. I think there should be more posts daily. I love that this site is not only limited to celebrity stories and fashion and that should not be changed. You can bring back some of the fashion posts that were previously on the site. I have always appreciated the integrity on this site and I know in the future it will be maintained. Something new in the area of fashion could be a segment wear you allow your readers to showcase their style and then the other readers could post comments and critiques.
This too shall pass. All of the positive energy and subtance that this site has put out into the universe since its introduction, will be given back a hundredfold.
I’m a huge fan Angel and will wait (also support CL) until your changes are made. You know your vision and every hill has it’s valley’s.. Just keep being true to yourself. Blessings
I really love this website, I was just searching to see who the main writer was just yesterday. I figured something was going on, then this afternoon I read this. Angel keep your head up. Continue to update us on celebrities lives. I really enjoying ready, please work out what ever it is you have to work out, I miss the website:(
I am a regular reader of Concreteloop and I have introduced many family and friends to the site. I too, wondered what was happening with the site in the past week. I thought it was a family personal problem, so I am thankful that was not the situation. I wish you success in ironing out the background details of running the site and coming back better than ever. However, as loyal as some claim to be, I don’t think going away for months is a good idea. People would find other sites to visit regularly and this one would be off the radar. I think posting in a reduced capacity, maybe weekly or semi-weekly to keep people visiting would be better. Again, much continued success.
Finally a comment that makes sense. I like this blog to but let’s be real….. Who’s gonna hang around that long? That long of an absence is death in itself. This site doesn’t post enough articles when it is “up and running” so a couple of months are just…
Good luck tho, this is a really good blog and I love the music section.
First off, I wanted to say this has always been my go to site for fashion and news. Its informative and sophisticated, which is HUGE and a rarity amongst blogs. One thing I really do miss that I seldom to never see on your site anymore was “What They Rocked”. That’s always been a favorite of mine because I don’t see it often. And as a video artist, I really enjoys your shorts and interviews.
Thanks for the update!
S
I really enjoy this website an im here to stay. take all of the time you need for updates! I’ ll still be here everyday….and eventually all of the fairweather fans will be back too.
This website would get back to the commenting levels that it used to be at if the commenting moderation was lessened. It’s at a Nazi/Homeland Security level lol.
BINGO! That’s one of the main reasons I stopped coming here regularly. I understand CL wants to remain a positive blog, but they need to allow people to give their opinions good or bad.
Thank God Allah Illuminati, whoever that we won’t have to hear your dumb comments anymore!!!!! This may actually be a miracle and blessing!!!!
@ RD
I know you’re stuck on stupid, and past slow, but you don’t “hear” comments on a blog. You READ them smdh & lmaooooo…..or are you subliminally admitting that your counselor reads the comments to you off the PC at the rehab clinic? All the BIBLE passages that I cite, and your dumb a$$ references “ALLAH”.
LOL that was the lamest joke you’ve made in a while. I expected a lot better Judah. While we are pointing things out there is no such thing as Nazi/Homeland security level. It is just Homeland security for the specific country. Thanks dummy. Lmao. So dumb but honestly believe you’re smart.
@ RD
You believe (and KNOW) that I’m gifted, but you have trouble expressing your feelings. I wasn’t speaking literally, it was parabolic, but since you clearly want me to teach you something, what’s being done in America is according to what occurred in Nazi Germany and will end the same way. The burning of the Reichstag = the Twin towers “attack” on 9/11. The “War On Terror” = Hitler’s 3rd Reich. The Nazi scientists and propagandists were brought over to America in the aftermath of WWII in what is known as “Operation Paperclip” and grafted into the infrastructure of the American government……IDIOT. The Department of Homeland Security is based off of Hitler’s S.S……IDIOT. See there’s so much that you sisters can learn if you would humble yourselves and acknowledge that the man is your head. You don’t even know that “Allah” has nothing to do with the Bible lol. Instead you sisters prefer turmoil and fruitless confrontation due to excessive pride, which leads to your own destruction. The creator of this site is realizing that now.
Nope simply Homeland security…the extra fluff you said is pointless. Wrong!!!! Lmao!
@ RD
No, not at all. You received the lesson that you lusted after lol.
that drove me away also, if i know only opinions the staff agree with are posted why should i read them then if i cant see different points of view, and mine got blocked sometimes so i went else where for my fiesty fix
You ignorant sad sacks – stop using this site to vent your frustrations about life and go pay for therapy. Pathetic.
@ KIM
Exactly. People like good discourse and debates, not all this vanilla nonsense where everybody says the same thing.
Angel!
Thank you for updating us all.Time heals all and you and your new team will come back with a fresher mind filled with greater ideas.We are all patiently waiting,dont rush! Keep the good work up:)
p.s i miss the Blind item- any chance of a come back?
“If there is no struggle, there is no progress” – Frederick Douglass
Thank you for these words….Stay strong!
We will all be here!
Keep doin’ your thing, Angel.
Just keep it classy. You’re giving me something to keep entertained on my breaks @ wk.
Also, more articles that require reader input (surveys, polls, maybe even a game or two if you can swing it).
You got this girl. There’s nothing wrong with regrouping for a fresh start and there’s nothing wrong with change. Your true supporters will always understand and have your back. You did the right thing by giving your followers a proper update. Keep faith girl
<3 jennie
Thanks for keeping us updated!
Concrete Loop was the first entertainment blog I visited (back in 2009) and I’ve been visiting almost daily ever since. I love the fact that CL stays away from all the crazy “rumours” and mainly just posts facts.
My suggestions:
1. Photos – when you post pictures I think you should do something similar to Facebook, when you click a photo you can click next and the photo changes without everything else on the page such as the background changing, but still keep the thumbnails.
2. Video/Audio – if there is a way, it would be nice if you could post more than 1 link because sometimes those of us who do not live in the States can’t see/hear the video because we don’t live in the “region” or whatever. If you can’t find an alternate link then of course that’s understandable.
3. Posts – I LOVE the career inspired posts/interviews. CL should def. do more of those about aspiring fashion designers, artists, and other careers related to black entertainment like advertising/marketing/public relations for a music company or fashion designer, etc.
I’ll continue to check regularly, I hope you post every now and then to still attract people.
i’ve been on this site since 2006 and i am mainly checking it for music tracks and videos; but i thought i’d say that if you, Angel, feel like you need to put this site on hiatus or shut it whether it be permanently or temporary or something, because you have more important things to worry about, i would guess you should. i mean posting about celebs should not be a priority if you go through more important things in life – i am sure people can understand that
Just a few changes needed. 1. Updated the black background with an uplifting color. Angel just because you love black and browns does not mean your site should reflect that too, lol. I get down when I see hardly any vibrant colors on your site. 2. Try and change your post like every 3 hours. 4. Give us some new artists posts, we love new music finds that you used to post. 5. Be true to you and what you love, start posting those items that inspire you, we love that.
so take some anti-depressants and find a happy place. dang, ppl have the craziest expectations.
less siting of celebs and more about music and fashion! I love yalls music post and fashion post! It gives the spot light to up and coming music and fashion of people of color. I love seeing everybody doing there thing!
“…and yes we have fallen off” ROFL that made me laugh so hard.
1. Update more often. I come to CL a few times a day for new posts and its never updated.
2. Post new artist..I enjoy listening to new things.
3. Change the layout sometimes..it gets boring.
4. Maybe have more contests and more artist interviews.
5. Although Beyonce & Nicki Minaj are popular..we don’t need to see them every other post.
6. I love the graduation posts/pictures.
7. Maybe add more fashion posts.