Bøger af Nelson George

One of the foremost chroniclers of the contemporary black experience offers an undeluded perspective on the 1980s. Here are crack, AIDS, and the Reagan rollback of the major advances of the civil rights movement. But Nelson George also shows how black performers, athletes, and activists made increasing inroads into the mainstream. This fast-paced, chronological retrospective profiles personalities from Bill Cosby to Louis Farrakhan and explores such flashpoints as the first rap single and the infamous Willie Horton ad campaign.On the web: http://www.nelsongeorge.com/

Sex Style and Benefits'Sex is not just about physical pleasure, it is also about emotional connection and bonding. The way we engage in sexual activity can greatly impact the level of satisfaction and fulfillment we experience. Different sex positions can offer a variety of physical and emotional benefits that can enhance our sexual experiences and deepen our intimacy with our partners.One of the most popular positions, the missionary position, is known for its intimacy and emotional connection. This position allows for deep penetration and eye contact, which can increase feelings of closeness and intimacy. Additionally, it is a great position for couples trying to conceive as it allows for maximum penetration and sperm to reach the cervix easily.The doggy style position, on the other hand, is known for its intense physical pleasure. This position allows for deep penetration and increased stimulation of the G-spot, which can lead to more intense and powerful orgasms. It also allows for a sense of dominance and submission, which can be a turn-on for some couples.The cowgirl position is another popular position that offers a variety of benefits. This position allows for the woman to be in control of the pace and depth of penetration, which can increase her sense of empowerment and confidence. It also allows for maximum clitoral stimulation, which can lead to more intense orgasms.The spooning position is another position that can offer emotional and physical benefits. This position allows for a sense of closeness and intimacy as the couple can be in close contact and can even cuddle while engaging in sexual activity. It also allows for easy access to the G-spot and can provide a sense of security and comfort.Different sex positions can offer a variety of physical and emotional benefits. Whether it's the emotional connection of the missionary position or the intense physical pleasure of doggy style, experimenting with different positions can lead to more fulfilling and satisfying sexual experiences. So, it's always wise to explore different positions and find which one suits you and your partner the best.Take action today and get this book! You'll be so glad you took this step!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device.

Soul Train boldly went where no variety show had gone before, showcasing the cultural preferences of young African Americans and the fashions and sounds that defined their lives: R&B, funk, jazz, disco, and gospel music. The brainchild of Don Cornelius, who was the show's producer and host for decades, Soul Train featured a diverse range of stars, from James Brown and David Bowie to Gladys Knight and R. Kelly; from Marvin Gaye and Elton John to the New Kids on the Block, Stevie Wonder, and the Beastie Boys.From acclaimed author and filmmaker Nelson George, The Hippest Trip in America tells the full story of this legendary pop-culture phenomenon. A landmark program in black music and culture, Soul Train presented a positive image of black America?for black America?and became destination television every Saturday. Here famous dancers like Rosie Perez and Jody Watley, performers such as Aretha Franklin, Al Green, and Barry White, and Don Cornelius himself all share their memories, offering insights into the show and its time?a period of extraordinary social and political change.The Hippest Trip in America is a vivid and vital portrait of a revered cultural institution that has left an indelible mark on our national consciousness.

Hip music critic Dwayne Robinson has two main gigs: defending rap's rightful place in the music industry and scoring as many women as possible. But this smooth-talking b-boy has yet to try working love into his lingo--until "buppie" Danielle Embry slides into and rocks his world.A Connecticut suburbanite, Danielle is as far removed from Dwayne's Brooklyn ghetto upbringing as it gets. Yet despite this clash, these unlikely lovers are drawn together. While struggling to grind out a harmonious tune amid the grit and glamour of New York City, they soon find themselves confronted with issues that cut deeper than either of them bargained for. . . .

From Nelson George, supervising producer and writer of the hit Netflix series, "The Get Down," this passionate and provocative book tells the complete story of black music in the last fifty years, and in doing so outlines the perilous position of black culture within white American society. In a fast-paced narrative, Nelson George's book chronicles the rise and fall of "race music" and its transformation into the R&B that eventually dominated the airwaves only to find itself diluted and submerged as crossover music.

Nelson George is one of the foremost black music critics and historians, so this book, like its prequels, will appeal to hip-hop and R&B enthusiasts.This is the fifth book in the acclaimed D Hunter Mystery series, which includes: The Accidental Hunter, The Plot Against Hip Hop, The Lost Treasures of R&B, and To Funk and Die in LA. Nelson often appears on mainstream TV stations, including CNN, as a black music historian and expert.Hip-hop artist and actor, Common, has optioned the 4 previous D Hunter novels for film.Nelson is also very involved in film & TV writing, and as a film director/producer, he's released several documentaries, including, A Ballerina's Tale starring Misty Copeland; more recently he is a producer on the forthcoming Netflix documentary, The Black Godfather, which features interviews with featuring interviews with Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, Snoop Dogg, P. Diddy, Lionel Richie, Cicely Tyson, and Jamie Foxx, among others.Hardcover, paperback, and e-book released simultaneously.

Ex-bodyguard D Hunter is swept into the City of Angels on a dark mission to find his mysterious grandfather's killer.

D Hunter, bodyguard-turned-PI, is back, investigating a murder that lures him into the heart of rhythm-and-blues history.