Doctors fear Little Jasmina Anema could die unless she receives a bone-marrow transplant soon. Singers Kelly Rowland and Rihanna, and New York Knick Chris Wilcox among many who are spreading the word about a bone marrow drive to be held Saturday in hopes of finding a match for Jasmina.

Former Destiny’s Child singer, Kelly Rowland  joined Jasmina and her best friend, Isabelle, at NYU Medical Center Wednesday to help her young fan celebrate her sixth birthday told Access Hollywood, “The message I would like for everybody out there to know is that this Saturday is a [bone marrow] drive and it’s an outpatient surgery – it’s not an invasive procedure …  Just think about if it were you, if it were your family member, someone that you’re extremely close to and look at her face. This life.”

Rihanna told People, “when I saw the video of Jasmina it broke my heart.
It is so unfair that for a black patient it’s so much harder to find a bone marrow match.
The singer who helped out another child with leukemia last year added:

“Leukemia is the most common disease children in the U.S. die of and we need to change that. I urge everyone to sign up as a bone marrow donor with DKMS. If we have more donors, we can save more children like Jasmina.”

Chris Wilcox visited Jasmina in the hospital and was touched by this adorable, vibrant little girl who is unknowingly fighting for her life.

“I have a sister who suffers from Lupus so unfortunately she is in and out of the hospital and has undergone chemo therapy,” said Wilcox. “I just can’t bear to see a 5-year-old who literally could die if we don’t find her a match soon – and it’s not an organ that she needs, it is blood cells!  It could be any one of us that could save her life.”

Dr. William  L.  Carroll, M.D, Jasmina’s doctor at NYU Medical Center, explained that “the problem is  that finding a perfect bone marrow donor is difficult because Jasmina  has no full siblings.  To make matters worse, says Dr. Carroll, “African-Americans are under-represented in the donor base thus finding the perfect match even harder.”

Jasmina, along with her best friend Isabelle Huurman first caught the attention Wilcox when he saw a heartbreaking video where Isabelle is asking to help find the “ONE for Jasmina” – the perfect donor match.

View the video at www.oneforjasmina.org

A bone marrow drive is set for Saturday at PS 41 in the Village where Jasmina goes to school. Those who want to help can also order a do-it-yourself bone marrow test kit from www.oneforjasmina.com.

If these allegations against him are in fact true (which they probably are), hopefully, Chris will also seek further counseling so this it’s first and last time he has to go through a situation like this. Read Chris’ statement, below…..

“Words cannot begin to express how sorry and saddened I am over what transpired. I am seeking the counseling of my pastor, my mother and other loved ones and I am committed, with God’s help, to emerging a better person. Much of what has been speculated or reported on blogs and/or reported in the media is wrong. While I would like to be able to talk about this more, until the legal issues are resolved, this is all I can say except that I have not written any messages or made any posts to Facebook, on blogs or any place else. Those posts or writing under my name are frauds.”

Keep your head up Chris….

Sincerely

Low “Whewwww, I wonder what’s going through his mind right now” Key 

Still, many people are remaining weary about what’s REALLY going on between the two love birds. If the victim is in fact Rihanna, then this is probably one of the most horrible cover ups known to man kind (no comment, lol). And since I just found out the victim IS Rihanna, her publicist should be fired!

Now, since we don’t know EXACTLY what happened between the two, I’ve taken the liberty to draw up TEN conclusions of my own. Too early? Probably, but had they handled this issue with common sense, I would’ve been a bit more sensitive to the subject at hand.

So, without further ado, I now present to you, Top Ten: 10 Things That Could’ve Happened Btw Rihanna and Chris Brown. Remember, this is allllllll in good fun. However, it is SAD that Chris laid hands on Ri Ri. Not cool dude, NOT COOL!

10. Right after Chris saw this video, he found a dread of Young H.O.’s (Jay-Z) nappy fro in the limo.

9. After the Clive Davis function, Chris asked Rihanna to “Run It”, but all she offered was a “Kiss Kiss”. She then yelled, “I’m done ‘With You’. Chris slowly moved closer to Rihanna giving her, “No Air” , which sent the songbird scrambling to send an “S.O.S”. “Shawty Got Loose”, but Chris wasn’t too far behind. She managed to get back in the car and told the driver to “Shut Up & Drive”. Before pulling off, Chris managed to sneak in a double mint two piece, yelling, “We’re going to be together ‘FOREVER’.

8. A publicity stunt gone TERRIBLY wrong!

7. Chris felt it wasn’t fair Rihanna got to release her third album 7 times. He thought it was time to put an end to the BS.

6. Chris decided to watch “What’s Love Got To Do With It” right before Rihanna got in the car.

5. Again, after watching THIS video, he took THIS song too literal.

4. He figured an incident like this would do him better justice than a measly Grammy appearance alongside his victim, I mean girlfriend.

3. He needed another way to convince the media he was the real bad boy of R&B. The tattoo’s just weren’t enough.

2. How else was he going to find out if Rick Ross was really a cop?

1. Chris found out Rihanna’s real name is Robyn Fenty.

Sincerely

Low “REMEMBER, THIS IS ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLL JOKES” Key

Anyway, if you frequent these parts, then you’re pretty familiar with my magazine game; I GETZ THEM EARLY, LOL! This time, I didn’t hit my secret newsstand, I actually swiped it from an associate at an event several days ago. Since this issue doesn’t hit stores until February 17, I think I’m WAAAY ahead of the game with this issue. Others may have it (VIBE employees), but like always, your exclusive preview is available here……..FIRST!

Looks like VIBE is on that fresh sh*t because all the contents in this issue are geared towards the fresh and the FRESH ONLY. The Evolution of Andre Benjamin: FRESH! The White Tee: ReFRESHing! The Tattoo: SEXY FRESH! Terrence Dean breaks down The J-Sette (the dance routine seen in Beyonce’s, “Single Ladies” visual), while Memsor Kamarake rebirths and re-styles “The Black Model”.

Of course, an issue on Style wouldn’t be complete without the 31 Most Stylish individuals in the game. And since I’m not THAT much into the style realm, I’m not sure how valid these rankings are. Now I could sit here and reveal the entire list, but that would probably piss off B.W., D.Smith and the homey J.Cummings, so I’ll just list a couple names sans their rankings. Also, this list isn’t in any particular order, I’m just randomly naming the participants involved; Troy Polamalu (Pittsburgh Steelers), Kanye West, Alain “A-Trak” Macklovitch, Yung Dro, Vashti Kola (IM GOING TO MARRY HER), Wale, Solange, Lil Wayne, Rihanna, Travis McCoy, Keri Hilson, Estelle, Neyo, MIA, and many more!

Oh, and I can’t forget the cover girl herself, Keyshia Cole. This isn’t one those interviews (where’s your life at now, how is Young Jeezy doing, is your show scripted), this is a FRESH interview. Keyshia discusses the evolution of her style, the influences that make up her style and where she’s headed (style wise). Check out what she had to say……

Keyshia Cole on developing into the person she is now….

“I used to be real passive, no matter what it was–my performing, everyday living, a man, family. Now, it’s like I’ve got to put my foot down. I’ve come too far to keep accepting a lot of anything. I’m comfortable with myself.”

Keyshia Cole on her mother influencing her style…..

“Not necessarily, because my mom…..it depends. [My adoptive mother]Yvonne Cole, definitely. Definitely more than my biological mother because while I was around my mother my entire life, she was really gone. I’d see her, I would find her and in the next 10 minutes she would be gone. She was constantly moving. But Yvonne taught me everything about being a woman that I need to know. Everything. Don’t go to church without a slip. All of that.”

Think you feel fresh now, wait until you devour the entire issue. Once again, VIBE Magazine proves why they’re always one step ahead. (WHAD UP DANNY?).

Sincerely

Low “I’m So Dope Boy Fresh…I Think” Key  

However, when I saw this clip of The Dream side swiping (talking reckless) Chris Brown’s significant other, I just HAD to share with the rest of you. It’s obvious; liquor destroys our common sense ticker. And since The Dream is a relevant figure in the music industry, the media (including myself) is on high alert for anything absurd this guy might utter.

If you remember, last year The Dream and Chris Brown were caught in a bit of a verbal tug of war over some comments about J.Holiday’s, “Bed” track which was written by The Dream and actually considered for Chris Brown. Since then, the two have ceased the drama…..until NOW!

So here’s the story, by the looks of the video, The Dream stumbled out of a club, belligerent, and started yapping about Rihanna for some odd reason. “Aye, put me on the internet. Where’s Rihanna at?”,  The Dream slurred as he was ordered to the SUV. He continued, “I’m going to meet with Rihanna right now”. As his flunkies continued to order him inside the truck, he concluded the evening with the golden comment, “I’m just saying, me and Rihanna are fin to hook up in a few minutes” CLASSIC!

So, after watching the clip, how should CB respond to this? Should he take it personal or should he let it roll of his shoulder???? I swear, I’m not trying to start trouble, but when the ish is handed to me on a silver platter, I have to hoist it up on my shoulders lol!Sincerely

Low “Ahhhhhhhhhhhh sh*t, YOU DONE EFFED UP NOW, DREAM! “ Key

I’d never seen Chris Brown perform live, so I was interested to see what the youngin had in store. I can honestly say the lil homey held his own. I’m not going to lie, at times his breath control wasn’t up to par, but everything was in sync when it came to hitting certain notes.

The good thing about Chris is he’s still young, so he has PLENTY of time to improve his stage presence. Alright, enough of my commentary, scroll down and check out this EXCLUSIVE video of Chris and his team tearing down the Madison Square Garden stage.

Chris Brown performs, “Wall to Wall, during Z100’s, Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden on December 12. Chris Brown performs, “No Air” during Z100’s, Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden on December 12.

Chris Brown and his dancers have a dance off to T-Pain’s, Freeze during Z100’s, Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden on December 12. Chris Brown brings out Rihanna to perform “Umberlla” during Z100’s, Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden on December 12. Rihanna performs “Live Your Life” during Z100’s, Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden on December 12.What’d you guys think of Chris Brown’s performance at Z100’s, Jingle Ball???????? GO HEAD, HE’S DYING TO KNOW WHAT YOU THOUGHT!

Check back tomorrow for clips from Kanye’s performance at Z100’s Jingle Ball.

Sincerely

Low “God DAM I hate this COMPUTER VIRUS” Key

In the case of me having to actually pick between the two; I probably would pick Neyo…only because his first album was during my last relationship and it basically told the entire story of how it played out. Just had to let you guys know lol…

The only difference, statistically, between the two is Neyo’s album count is already at three, so experience already ways heavy on the side of the Arkansas native (yes, Neyo is originally from Arkansas). In the past 2 years, both Neyo and The Dream have massacred writing pads with their unique penmanship showing no mercy for each other or the competition.

Neyo’s infectious material has channeled more so the opposite sex’s perspective more than the male’s, at times. Beyonce’s, “Irreplaceable” became a massive female anthem signaling every dishonest man to the left. And let’s not forget his breakout hit, “Let Me Love You” crooned by Mario back in 2004.

But on the other side of town The Dream, who began his writing tenure in 2003 after penning “Everything” for B2K, has also kept dance floors packed and radio airwaves filled via Rihanna (“Umbrella”), J. Holiday (“Bed”), Mariah Carey (“Touch My Body”), Mary J. Blige (“Just Fine”) and more recently, Beyonce (“Single Ladies”).

 Both are capable of writing hits for themselves and others, but it’s something distinctively unique about the both of them. Neyo’s material is more relationship driven; the heartaches and pains deriving from that particular situation. While The Dream, who can also channel the relationship commentary, has a bit more fun laminating the raunchy side of things (See Usher’s, “Trading Places”, lol). But hey, those are just my observations.

Time for the debate: Who Is A Better Songwriter; Neyo or The Dream?????? Having a hard time deciding? No worries, I’ve listed a throng of joints both artists have written in the last 3 years. ENJOY!

Songs written by Neyo

Mario- Let Me Love You (Turning Point, 2004)

Rihanna- Unfaithful (A Girl Like Me, 2005)

Neyo- So Sick, Stay, When You’re Mad (In My Own Words, 2006)

Beyonce- Irreplaceable (B’Day, 2006)

Rihanna- Hate That I Love You (Good Girl Gone Bad, 2007)

Neyo- Because of You, Can We Chill, Addicting, Go On Girl (Because of You, 2007)

Mary J. Blige- Work In Progress (Growing Pains, 2007)

Leona Lewis- I’m You (Spirit, 2007)

Usher- His Mistakes  (Here I Stand, 2008)

Rihanna- Take A Bow (Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded, 2008)

Neyo- Fade Into The Background (Year of the Gentlemen, 2008)

Jennifer Hudson- Spotlight (Jennifer Hudson, 2008)

Ciara- Supernatrual (Fantasy Ride, 2008)

Janet Jackson- This Can’t Be Good (Discipline, 2008)

Songs written by The Dream

Britney Spears- Me Against The Music (In The Zone, 2003)

Chris Brown ft. Lil Wayne- Gimmie What You Got (Exclusive, 2007)

Ciara ft. Ludacris- High Price (Fantasy Ride, 2008)

J. Holiday- Bed (Back Of My Lac, 2007)

Janet Jackson- Greatest X (Discipline, 2008)

Karina Pasian- 16 @ War (First Love, 2008)

Raheem DeVaughn- Customer (Love Behind The Melody, 2008)

Mariah Carey- Touch My Body (The Emancipation Of Mimi, 2008)

Mary J. Blige- Just Fine (Growing Pains, 2008)

Beyonce- Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) (I Am……Sasha Fierce, 2008)

Nivea ft. Lil Jon- Okay (Complicated, 2005)

Rihanna ft. Jay-Z- Umbrella (Good Girl Gone Bad, 2007)

Usher- Trading Places (Here I Stand, 2008)

The Dream- Living A Lie, Nikki, Playin In Her Air, Falsetto (LoveHate, 2007)

Come on….make the decision; Neyo or The Dream??????? 

Sincerely

Low “I’m Soooooo Sickkkk of love songs” Key 

I’m going to keep the commentary to a minimum so you guys can just watch the performances from the 2008 American Music Awards. Kanye’s back-up dancers didn’t move, Beyonce bumped into one of her back-up dancers and Rihanna looked like a pirate (kidding….not really). Hopefully I’ll have the Neyo and Alicia Keys performance later on in the day.

Who had the hottest performance of the night?????

For a full recap of the show, slide over here…WE GOT YOU COVERED!
Sincerely

Low “Well would you look at Beyonce” Key

Kanye West performs “Heartless” at the 2008 American Music Awards on November 23.

Rihanna performs “Rehab” at the 2008 American Music Awards on November 23.

Beyonce performs “Single Ladies” at the 2008 American Music Awards on November 23.

Keri returns with her “official” second single, “Return The Favor” featuring Timbaland and T.I. slides in with two bonus cuts from “Paper Trail”. I usually don’t do this, so don’t come around here looking for a cluster of music every time I do a, B.E.T. You Haven’t Heard This Post.

Trey Songz ft. Johnta Austin- First Love (Prod. By Brian M. Cox)

Trey Songz -Swagga Like Us Freestyle

Trey Songz- Love Lockdown Freestyle

Keri Hilson featuring Timbaland- Return The Favor

T.I.- Collect Call

T.I- I Know You Missed Me

I know it’s a lot to digest, but hey, that’s how much I love you guys (well, the faithful readers that is). I’m on my way to a T.I. show, so I gotta make a quick exit. However, you know what to do….

Like em, Love em or Leave em???????

Sincerely

Low “WOW, What a long day” Key

StarGate links with President Carter!  StarGate (Tor Erik Hermansen and Mikkel S. Eriksen) a Norwegian production duo whose responsible for countless amounts of R&B hits (more on that later) have linked up with Roc-A-Fella’s H.N.I.C., Jay-Z, to form a new recording imprint, StarRoc (get it, StarGate…Rocafella..). Though details are sketchy right now, the duo has since relocated to Jay-Z’s, Roc The Mic studios in Manhattan.

Now before you start with the, “Who in the HELL are these guys and why should I even CARE about what they’re doing” questions and inquiries, let me run down their credentials, well the short version, lol…….

Neyo: “So Sick”, “Let Go”, “Because of You”, “Go On Girl”, “Miss Independent”, “Closer”

Rihanna: “Unfaithful”, “We Ride”, “Don’t Stop The Music”, “Good Girl Gone Bad”,
“Hate That I Love You”, “Take A Bow”

Chris Brown: “With You”

Beyonce: “Irreplaceable”, “Beautfiul Liar”

Mario: “How Do I Breathe”

Trey Songz: “Can’t Help But Wait”

Jordin Sparks: “Tatto”, “Freeze”, “For The Record”

Usher: “His Mistakes”, “What’s a Man To Do”

Mariah Carey: “That Chick”, “Bye Bye”

Nas: “America”, “Not Going Back”

Janet Jackson: “Tonite”

Jennifer Hudson: “Spotlight”

And to honest, on their behalf, I’m being EXTREMELY modest because their production credits go on FOR DAYS! 

StarGate, Hova….good team???? SOUNDOFF!!

Sincerely

Low “Maybe I should’ve kept making beats on the side” Key