Throwback Thursday! Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2012 My NY Adventure!

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2013 just wrapped up! Due to air in December! Last year I had the honor of covering the event as a Guest Reporter for FOX International Channels Japan & FOX Backstage Pass! A dream gig!

Ready to tackle the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2012 PINK Carpet 

Two lucky ladies from Tokyo won a trip to New York City that included a make-over, tickets to the show and a chance to meet their favorite Angel with me!

Interviewing Angel Miranda Kerr for FOX Japan

Us media & press folks had our chance to interview the Angels during their Hair & Make-Up Session! Talk about fast pace! There were cameras flashing, a billion reporters lined up with their questions and mics! Make-Up brushes and lip gloss everywhere! Models, Make Up Artists & Hair Stylists galore! So many Angels wrapped in their signature pink satin robes, milling about, eating, laughing, lounging.   My mind is literally in heaven! We had about 20 minutes, to get as many interviews with the Super models. Oh, about 25 other media outlets are in the same predicament. You can image the tug of war!

Alesandria & the 2.5 Million Dollar Bra.

My first interview was with Illinois native Erin Heatheton, who dated everyone's favorite bachelor, Gatsby star Leonardo Di Caprio. She was such an American Beauty!  I shared that we were born in  the same state, and that she has come along way from being a Vikings Basketball player in High School. After a chuckle,  she shared what it feels like to gear up for probably the most famous runway show! She was cooler than a fan, really. Laid back and super nice!

Waiting right behind Inside Edition for my turn with Miranda Kerr!

My favorite interview was with the super gorgeous Miranda Kerr! She was literally getting her hair rolled, and done while we talked. She shared her "Secret" & what prep work goes into the big dance! We also talked about her new Organic skin care line KORA that recently launched in Japan. She was gracious enough to meet the lucky winners. Of course we caught it all on film! She was amazing! True beauty! Weird how both our now NOT with their significant others.  If you didn't know, she gave birth last year to a beautiful baby boy with hubby Orlando Bloom. Another True beauty!  Off topic. That bejeweled 2.5 Million dollar bra! AMAZE! I was scared to look at it. Its super powers mesmerize you! Angel Alessandria donned the spectacular set! Werk honey!

I really wanted one of these!!! 

 We were in the middle of like the worst winter storm, right after Sandy. That didn't stop us from toughing it out for the Pink Carpet! Seeing RihRih, Justin B, Bruno Mars and few other super stars, made it worth while! Rih rocked the house by the way! Loved her performances and she got cheeky with the models! I was side by side with E! Next to one of my favorite TV personalities Alicia Quarles and AJ, former BET fame. That alone, had me on cloud nine! There were so many parts of this trip that really, were moments I took in and will cherish for the rest of my life!  Check out the FOX Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2012 special below!

View beautiful NY by way of FOX Japan & my clips with the gorgeous gals on the FOX Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2012 Special here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7_pTAjalUM&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLjV2ufx5xAAMZ_UijpjgRqnxeIMkJkVW4

View behind the runways pictures on my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/alicesidaii/media_set?set=a.10151281272326539.512262.627421538&type=1

Hair Stylist: Kemar Jones Hair Jones Celebrity Salon

No Malice Preaches to Us in "Hear Ye Him"

No Malice "Hear Ye Him" 

Alice@Large

I commend anyone who rises against the grain. I commend anyone who has the ability to speak their truth. I commend those brave enough to take on the world, and I did just that during my interview with Grammy Nominated Artist No Malice of famous hip hop/brother duo The Clipse, native of Hampton Roads, Virginia.  I was honored to cover the "Hear Ye Him" Album Listening Party.  As soon as the guest of honor arrived he literally shook everyones hand....right then and there, I knew this was going to be something special.  I was ready to tackle the questions everyone wanted the answers to....What happened?

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Ghent, Norfolk VA

The backdrop couldn't have been better. Located at Pusha T's Clothing, Shoes & Accesories boutique Creme in the heart of Ghent, Norfolk, Virginia, on a beautiful crisp Thursday evening.  The "Hear Ye Him" listenting event featured many of 757 favorite faces and "Who's Who" of Hampton Roads. So much so, there was a line outside of the store as fans poured in to hear what the once hailed "Malicious One" had to say about his newfound "Faith". I cannot wait to share the footage!

TheMakeUpBaby13, Ms. Neka and No Malice's son Marcus on set!

Before we talked Music, I wanted to know about the Man. I asked him why sharing his story in "Wretched, Pitiful, Poor, Blind & Naked" was so imperative. We discussed the turning point for him as he gears towards "faith based" music and why he believes in the message.  I asked him when "Lord Willin'" hit #1 on the Billboard Charts, did he think his life would ever take all these twists and turns?

No Malice giving a shout out to Alice@Large! I spy my pink shoes!

Then came the music! First and foremost--his song with Pusha T "Shame The Devil".  I asked about the concept and how it was working again with his brother, as fans have anticipated new sounds from the pair.  "Everyone wanted us to be like a 'Cain & Abel', it's not like that" said No Malice, adding a litte chuckle. "We have the same Mother, Father, Siblings...we are Brothers!"  I told him this song really "KILLS ALL NOISE" the media tried to drum up about an aparent "Beef" between the two.  He reassured, "There is none".

Producers of lead single "Hear Ye Him" & Bury That"
-fellas of Profound Sound!

We then discussed our mutual friend & 757 legend Jon Bibbs,  featured on this song "Bury That" produced by Profound Sound.  Bibbs attended one of Alice@Large Events fundraising affairs for individuals, families & children infected with HIV/AIDS in our community. Stellar and super talented guy! I cannot wait to share the footage of what the "ReBirthed" rapper had to say about putting his old lifestyle to rest.  At the conclusion of our interview I asked him when all is said and done, and there is nothing out there but your legend or message, what do you want to leave behind....his answer "Jesus Christ".  His album debuts August 18th, and I guarantee, the buzz is going to be on a "Higher Level".

Lady C aka Cymandye made this all happen! Great Job!!!

Shout out to Cymandye and her team, including No Malice's son Marcus,  for putting together an awesome event! I mean the love and the support? Down right amazing! Special shout out to: Pure Brilliance, Creme Boutique, TheMakeUpBaby13, Alice@Large Entertainment Staff, Beach City Customs, Monster Energy Drink, Z104, HipHopSince1987, Play Clothes, REinvision Films and everyone else in attendance to support our very own "Hero!"

757 Legend DJ Jack of Spades

Discussing "Hear Ye Him" with one of the producers. 

Asian Persuasion with Ms. Cat Robinson!

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Street, Ghent, Norfolk, VA

Creme Boutique 321 W. 21st Street, Ghent, Norfolk, VA

Mr. Tyku himself! Lynx! 

Shout out to Pure Briliance for awesome production work! 

No Malice giving an "Alice@Large" Shout out! 

Shout out to another talented guy Keno Beats!

Stay tuned for the awesome interview via Alice@Large Youtube! By the way-HIP HOP, yeah, it lives alright...just have to open your eyes, heart, mind, spirit and soul!

It's Throwback & Thirsty Thursday? Happy Hour with Jaxonphotogroup...

"Cheers" to Life Sometimes Getting Blurry! 

Re-posting a throwback from my "Heartbroken & Hungover" shoot with super photographer Jack Manning of Jaxonphotogroup.com!  We had this concept, and really ran away with it! Those heartbreaks can be tough! There are so many ways people choose to overcome them! Some positive, some negative.  My character hit the evening scene with the ladies for a "Thirsty Thursday" girls night to get over this heartbreak! A few hours later, she was a mess at home...all alone. Ouch!
"Heartbroken and Hungover" 

 Sometimes life does get blurry, but we get up, take our Asprin, drink our Gatorade, and make moves! Never dwell on the past! Understand that your future is open, unexplored and designed for you! We "shot" (pun intended) this in his bathroom, but brought on all the extra drama.  Scattered items all over, wrecked shop a little bit and that became the background to our story.  It was a little risky, but fun!  The whole series was messy, dark, emotional, sexy, chic!  

Cheer's to my dear friend who is now published in many magazines including Essence!  Amongst other things he is an accomplised Singer, Songwriter & Producer with JaxonmusicgroupLLC!  

(No Cigs or Vodka were abused in this shoot! It was all for show people!) Check out his website at www.jaxonphotogroup.com! You can also find Jaxonphotogroup on YouTube, IG, Twitter & FB!