Sheri and Erin on Location at Long Beach Funk Fest 2010

Erin came to Los Angeles for a photo shoot and after a day in the studio, we headed to Funk Fest to get galvanized and feel the rhythms and beats. I tried to capture some of the highlights of the day so you could get a feel for the vibe of Funk Fest. This was only the second time this event has graced the streets of Long Beach but the attendance multiplied exponentially in just one year. I think it's because being there simply makes you feel good. ********************************** Start a Master Mind Group.comWant to know how to use courage, tenacity and a sense of humor to get what you want? Then Start a Master Mind group. Find out how at Start a Master Mind Group.com and get a free MP3 and 3 PDF's that will get you off to a good start.

Funk Fest Line-Up to Invade Downtown Long Beach Saturday, August 7

It's hard to believe that it's already here, but tomorrow, August 7, from 11 AM to 10 PM, the streets of Downtown Long Beach will be packed with the performers and fans of the most legit Funk Festival this side of the Mississippi. Some of the country's most entertaining and well-respected funk performers will be tearing it up all day long in the midst of dozens of fine dining and drinking establishments, so check out the restaurant and parking map, get there early and plan to make a day of it. The show is FREE, so that leaves plenty of dough in your pockets to grab lunch, dinner and drinks throughout the event. Check out the full schedule below: (links go to MySpace) 11:00 AM : World-class DJ’s, including Gazoooo, Clifton, Remitch, Ervin Arana, Able, Marvski, Glen Redd, Luman, Monalisa, Endo, Thomas PM, Cocoe and Renato, start to spin 12:15 PM : Orgone ::: 1:15 PM : Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown with special guests ::: 2:35 PM : Lil Big Ups 2:50 PM : Weapon of Choice ::: 3:50 PM : The Original Stone City Band ::: 5:00 PM : Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band ::: 6:10 PM : Jimmy Castor and the Bunch ::: 7:35 PM : Bloco Nove featuring Delta Nove with special guests ::: 8:50 PM : Ladies of P Funk featuring Brides of Funkenstein and Parlet ::: For more information about free concerts in Long Beach put on by Summer and Music, visit summerandmusic.com. Check out the King Cotton video "Funky Party" from the Roots & Blues concert on July 3 to get you in the mood.

What It Feels Like For a Girl by Madonna

Madonna's spunk and tenacity are inspiring to me. This song is "to every girl who did it." If you're not following your passion, it's not too late. If you need support, get the free Create the Life You Want MP3 at icreatehabits.com. Lyrics to What It Feels Like for a Girl by Madonna Silky smooth Lips as sweet as candy, baby Tight blue jeans Skin that shows in patches Strong inside but you don't know it Good little girls they never show it When you open up your mouth to speak Could you be a little weak Chorus Do you know what it feels like for a girl Do you know what it feels like in this world For a girl Hair that twirls on finger tips so gently, baby Hands that rest on jutting hips repenting Strong inside but you don't know it Good little girls they never show it When you're trying hard to be your best Could you be a little less Chorus x2 Do you know what it feels like for a girl Do you know what it feels like in this world For a girl ****************************** My most recent step toward my dream of being a T.V. talk show host was to submit an audition video to Oprah. If you believe in supporting women as they pursue their "impossible" dreams, vote for me on Oprah.com today.

I Spoke ‘Rapper’s Delight’ with My College Students during Oprah Audition

I submitted an audition tape to Oprah on Sunday. I'm hoping that you will vote for me to get my OWN T.V. talk show. We taped the audition in front of a live audience. Between takes I did a little dancing, a little rapping and a little jumping up and down. All caught on video. I want a show that's a mix between Soul Train and old school Oprah. You know, when you used to have real-life, everyday people on and they'd tell amazing stories and experience transformation before your eyes. How about if we do that with fun stuff like music and roller derby and stories? That's what I want to do and you can help me by voting today. Voting ends June 3.

Madonna Represents Freedom to Be Yourself

This song Nobody Knows Me by Madonna (see concert video on YouTube) pumps me up and gives me the courage to live my life on my own terms. I hope it does the same for you. Nobody Knows Me by Madonna Lyrics I've had so many lives Since I was a child And I realize How many times I've died I'm not that kind of guy Sometimes I feel shy I think I can fly Closer to the sky No one's telling you how to live your life But it's a set up until you're fed up This world is not so kind People trap your mind It's so hard to find Someone to admire I… I sleep much better at night I feel closer to the light Now I'm gonna try To improve my life No one's telling you how to live your life But it's a set up until you're fed up It's no good when you're misunderstood But why should I care? What the world thinks of me Won't let a stranger Give me a social disease Nobody, nobody knows me Nobody knows me Nobody knows me Nobody knows me Like you know me No one's telling you how to live your life But it's a setup, and I'm just fed up It's no good when you're misunderstood But why should I care? What the world thinks of me Won't let a stranger Give me a social disease I… I sleep much better at night I feel closer to the light Now I'm gonna try To improve my life Nobody knows me Nobody knows me Nobody knows me Like you know me Don't want your social disease Millions of us buy the albums, we crank up the CD's in our car, we go to the concerts but how many of us truly have the courage to live our lives boldly and authentically? If you have a dream that you want to make come true, now is the time to listen to the soundtrack that is your life. It is time to listen to yourself. If you need help getting unstuck, try the Create the Life You Want hypnosis download. Available at icreatehabits.com

Song #2 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

Song two on the countdown is Take That by Wiley (feat. Chew Fu). The song is spunky and powerful and the video is hypnotic. It's a great song to listen to if you want to be bold and dare to let go of concern about what others think of you. itunes_iconThis song is currently not available on the US iTunes Store. Watch video on YouTube Here are the results of the countdown so far: #2 - Take That by Wiley (feat. Chew Fu) #3 - I Am by Novel #4 - Kids by Chapman Family #5 - Anyway by Duck Sauce (Currently not available in U.S. iTunes) #6 - Careering by Public Image Ltd. #7 - One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas #8 - Fight Riff by Eula. Come back tomorrow to see what song #1 is. Between Christmas Eve and New Years Eve I will post my top eight favorite songs of the year. These tunes were selected from the 51 songs of the week that were submitted by Michael Zampelli during 2009. --------------------------------------------------------- If you like the songs in this countdown, you'll love Songs to Galvanize Your Mind - A List for Strong Minds with a Purpose by Sheri Zampelli. It's available to new subscribers for immediate download. Get your list free today by subscribing to Get Galvanized in the box on the sidebar. If you can't see the subscription box, visit http://sherizampelli.com. Apple iTunes

Song #5 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

Song five on the countdown is a new release from UK artists Duck Sauce (Armand Van Helden & A-TRAK). This song is soulful and infectious with a video to match. Although their music is currently not available in the U.S. iTunes store, you can check out their YouTube video here. You can also check out Duck Sauce on My Space. Watch video on YouTube Here are the results of the countdown so far: #5 - Anyway by Duck Sauce (Currently not available in U.S. iTunes) #6 - Careering by Public Image Ltd. #7 - One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas #8 - Fight Riff by Eula. Come back tomorrow to see what song #4 is. Between Christmas Eve and New Years Eve I will post my top eight favorite songs of the year. These tunes were selected from the 51 songs of the week that were submitted by Michael Zampelli during 2009. --------------------------------------------------------- If you like the songs in this countdown, you'll love Songs to Galvanize Your Mind - A List for Strong Minds with a Purpose by Sheri Zampelli. It's available for immediate download today and includes songs by artists such as: James Brown Stevie Wonder The Ramones Naked Raygun and Ugly Duckling The list is designed more as a mood enhancer and character strengthener than anything and features wide-ranged genres such as gospel, hip-hop, punk rock and soul. The list includes 4-subcategories: • Dare to be Authentic and Have Fun • Get Pumped Up • Get to Feelin’ Groovy • Blow Off Steam Songs include: Boom by P.O.D. Viva La Revolution by the Adicts Can I Kick It by A Tribe Called Quest and Think by James Brown Get your list free today by subscribing to Get Galvanized below. If you can't see the subscription box, visit http://sherizampelli.com. Apple iTunes

Song #6 of the 2009 Galvanized Music Countdown

publicimageSong six on the countdown was released 30 years ago but thanks to YouTube, this year I experienced the song in a new way. I used to listen to PiL on my walkman and I always felt energized. Sometimes I even danced around when I heard it. But it never occurred to me that groups of young people would be going wild about it on American Banstand. John Lydon sure did know how to activate a crowd and watching him in action makes it worth bringing this song out of the vault. itunes_iconBuy Careering by Public Image Limited on iTunes. Watch on YouTube video Here are the results of the countdown so far: #6 - Careering by Public Image Ltd. #7 - One Tribe by Black Eyed Peas #8 - Fight Riff by Eula. Come back tomorrow to see what song #5 is. Between Christmas Eve and New Years Eve I will post my top eight favorite songs of the year. These tunes were selected from the 51 songs of the week that were submitted by Michael Zampelli during 2009. Stay tuned because very soon I will release Songs to Galvanize Your Mind - A List of Songs for Strong Minds with and a Strong Purpose. Apple iTunes