editor’s note
Publisher Julia Beverly
THANKSGIVING
Editor-AT-LARGE D-Ray GRAPHIC DESIGNER David KA
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Music EditorS Randy Roper Maurice G. Garland ADVERTISING SALES Che Johnson Gary Archer Isiah Campbell Richard Spoon Contributors Camilo Smith, DJ BackSide, DJ E-Z Cutt, Gary Archer, Jelani Harper, Jessica Essien, Jessica “Mz Jae” Hagmaier, Joey Colombo, Kay Newell, Keita Jones, Luvva J, Portia Jackson, Tamara Palmer, Ty Watkins Street Reps Ant Wright, Anthony Deavers, Baydilla, Bigg P-Wee, Big Thangs, Big Will, Dee1, Demolition Men, DJ Jam-X, DJ Juice, DJ KTone, DJ Nik Bean, DJ Quote, DJ Skee, DJ Strong & Warrior, Gary Archer, J Hype, Jasmine Crowe, Jessica Essien, John Costen, Juice, Kewan Lewis, Luvva J, Maroy, Rob J Official, Rob Reyes, Shauntae Hill, Sherita Saulsberry, Sly Boogy, Syd Robertson, Tonio, Twin, William Major, Zack Cimini COVER CREDITS Nipsey Hussle photo by Ray Tamarra; Richie Rich photo by D-Ray.
hanksgiving! We all gain some extra weight this time of year, either physically or mentally. This is the time of year that you should begin reflecting and giving thanks for all that you’ve accomplished in the past year and begin to set goals for the New Year that’s coming up so fast. We should all take some time out this Holiday to visit someone in your family or someone that has made a difference in your life. People need to see love sometimes to know what it’s supposed to look like and feel like.
pumped about the possible future in a long time. Our votes do count. WOW!
Barack lost his grandmother, someone who played a huge roll in his upbringing. Yet still he had to continue his dream with the heartbreak of his grandmother passing away, never ever being able to hug her again! Believe me, I felt him when he said, “My grandmother is here right now with me in spirit and is seeing all that has been accomplished.” He was able to continue campaigning for what he believed. My prayers go out to Barack because he proved during a tough time in his life that he was still able to overcome the impossible dream of becoming the 44th President of the United Sates. No excuses. R.I.P. Madelyn Dunham!
I flew for the first time on Frontier and I didn’t make the 45 minute cutoff. I know, I have a time management problem. I had to switch flights.
It’s time for the change. History was made! Obama! We all came together and made history in the election, so let’s all come together and make a difference and change for our future. We all know we needed this change like we need the rain, but nobody wants to get wet. You have to change in order for the world to change. It’s okay if to stand out if you believe in something. Barack proved that. I have not been
Big Mike, me, and Gary Archer in Vegas
Me and DJ Franzen @ Poetry in Vegas!
Balance f/ Yukmouth “I’m Good” Damani “Take Somethin’ Home” Omar Cruz f/ Frankie J “To The Top” Traxamillion “U Can Get It” Dogg Pound f/ Cassidy “Attitude Problem” Problem f/ Bangloose & Yung Brah “Bonafied” Keak da Sneak f/ San Quinn “She’s Fine”
Also, it’s that time of year where millions of people are travelling and are stressed out trying to make flights to see the people in their life that matter. Whatever you do, pay close attention to all the new rules and fees. If you choose Frontier Airlines, you better be there an hour before the flight or you will not make it! No ifs, ands, or cigarette butts about it.
I like to fly Southwest because I know I can always make that flight, no matter what. Five minutes before takeoff they even reopened the plane door for me. Did I mention that I have a time management problem? And on Southwest, you can take a carry-on, a purse, or a laptop as a second carry-on. Don’t you dare try this with Frontier. You will never get away with a bag, a purse, or even a coin purse. They will stop you from boarding the plane and charge you for that second item to be checked in! Believe it. What I cant understand is, why does a more expensive airline charge extra for something a less expensive airline gives away for free? Maybe that’s why Southwest is one of the only airlines that’s not in bankruptcy. So go Southwest. Like this magazine, we are South West!
- D-Ray Editor-At-Large dray@ozonemag.com
From the Bay to LA: Green Up! Roccett, Smurf, Rob G, DJ Mike Smoove, me, and a bunch of other cats!
DJ BACKSIDE’S
TOP 10 SLAPS
E-40 f/ Shawty Lo “Break Your Ankles” Mistah FAB “Swagology” Murs “Can It Be”
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