Earlier this month, Jill Scott recorded her episode of ‘VH1 Storytellers’ in front of a live audience at the Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom in New York City. She put on a show by getting into character (as seen above) and showing off different sides to herself and music.
The singer performed some of her fan faves like “Golden,” “Crown Royal” and “Come See Me.” Shortly after, select people were invited for an after party celebration at the Ink 48 hotel with appearances from Janelle Monae, former American Idol contestant Michael Lynche, Bravo TV’s Chef Ruble and Concrete Loop’s own Angel Laws.
Check out some of the video below, along with the exclusive Taj Washington photos below. Her episode, ‘VH1 Storytellers Presents: Jill Scott Live’ kicks of the series’ 16th season tonight, May 21st at 9PM ET/PT on VH1.
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With New York Fashion Week finally kicked off, Janelle Monàe made a classy red carpet appearance at the annual amFar New York City gala at the Cipriani Wall Street on Wednesday night ( February 8 ). The charity event was hosted by actress Sarah Jessica Parker and Ms. Monae hit the stage to perform a few of her songs.
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and the advocacy of sound AIDS-related public policy. Since 1998, the annual amfAR New York Gala has raised more than $12 million in support of the cause. To learn more about amfAR, visit their official website.
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Singer/songwriter/dancer Janelle Monae is featured in the newest issue of Glamour Magazine. The rising star spoke about her style, music and inspiring the kids. Check out some snippets below and also make sure to peep the behind the scenes photos from the shoot.
On what made her start wearing tuxedos:
“I’m just really attracted to a very tailored, 
classic look that commands attention. The tuxedo, especially on women, does that, I think, because of the stark black and white. It’s not a trendy thing. It’s timeless. It’s transcendent. The kind of thing you can give to your grandchildren.”
On if she ever breaks her black and white style routine:
“Do you ever just wear sweats? asked Glamour. Of course, yes. But they’re still black and white!”
On what she thinks of her fans versions of “Tightrope” on YouTube:
“It makes me so proud that I have created something that somebody can wear in their own heart. That’s what creating music is like for me. I want it to be part of your daily regimen. I want this song to be your drug.”
On seeing a schoolroom of kids singing one of her songs:
“I always think about the next generation and creating a different blueprint for them. That’s my goal: to let them know there’s another way. We don’t all have to take the same coordinates to get to the same destination.”
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