May 2013
6 posts
Loc'd Talk with Big Homey
Name Jeffrey Poetically know as Big Homey
Age 37
Location: Washington DC
What made you decide to loc your hair?
Hair…I saw Locs as a sign of strength and a masculine neat form of long hair.[[MORE]]
How long have you had your locs?
12 years
Where do you go for loc maintenance?
Right now my girlfriend Lauren “The Sisterlocked Diva”) twists my hair. Before then, I had...
mook813 asked: how do i get on your blog im definitely a fan. and can i submit a pic?
Loc'd Talk with LoveFire
Name: Vernon aka LoveFire, (Artist Name)
Age: 32
Location: Brooklyn, NY
What made you decide to loc your hair?
“I looked in the mirror one day and realized that the reflection of the person I saw wasn’t me”[[MORE]]
How long have you had your locs?
“10 years”
Where do you go for loc maintenance?
“I do my own hair, I believe negative energy can be stored in...
April 2013
9 posts
Loc'd Talk With Chris
Name: Chris C
Age: 33
Location: Brooklyn, NY
What made you decide to loc your hair?
I always wanted to but wasn’t ready until June 2010. I grew it out until then. I eventually twisted it and got comfortable with it. My reasoning was mainly to do something different. It was a challenge because the texture of my hair but now that it’s below my shoulders, I am happy with my...
More Fitness Talk with Rene Georges
Rene is a fitness model having been featured in countless ads across the Florida area. Since this month we are focusing on health and fitness, we asked him about his own workout routine and to give general advice on how to get started.[[MORE]]
Thanks so much for talking to men with locs and answering some questions about fitness. Tell us about your routine?
Thank you for having me. Like most...
Tarrus Riley in the Kitchen with Grace Foods
So This month on the blog we are focusing on Health & Wellness on the blog and Facebook page. Earlier today, I came across this video of Reggae artist Tarrus Riley cooking up a delicious dish using Tofu and Vegetables.Check it out! And if you have some healthy dishes you would like to share, email us at menwithlocs@hotmail.com
Check out Tarrus’ video here:
K.O.M Keeps Us Marching On
He’s a spoken word artist, a hiphop artist and just recently host of his very own internet radio show. Meet K.O.M (Keep on Moving) as we talk to him about his poetry and of course his locs.
[[MORE]]Thanks so much for talking to MWL, this is exciting for me especially because I love your poetry and from what I can see you write about real topics. I felt really moved by your poem and video...
Thoughts of Emmanuel Ehiemua
Anybody Got Change?
With all the priorities we pack at the top of our totem poles, most of us let the most important live around our feet. “Health” and “Health Awareness” should always remain a front-runner, instead of a back burner. But “Good Health” equates to “Change” for many of us, and Change is as difficult to grasp as water beads over a...
The Awakening Fashion Opera Co-star: Anthony...
Late last year we had the opportunity to talk to this brother about his locs and his style for our personal style month we did for the month of September. We decided to feature him again but this time we are going to talk to him more about his career as an actor and model.
[[MORE]]Thanks for talking to MWL again Anthony, so tell us what you have been up to?
“Staying prayed up, hitting...
Goldy talks Locs and Fitness!
Goldy is a fitness model and a personal trainer. Having once been an overweight teen and young adult, Goldy knows first-hand what it feels like to be unhappy with his weight as well as how much work it takes to get the body of your dreams. We had the opportunity to talk to him about his locs and get some much need tips and advice on how to get the ultimate “summer body”
[[MORE]] Thanks for...
March 2013
8 posts
culturedcurves asked: Hey! I love the blog, curious to know how do you submit to FB?
Catching Up With Noah
A few months back, I had the opportunity to talk to the talented musician Noah Andrade about his music and his locs. Now he is back to tell us what he has been up to, including his experience on performing at the Newtown Music therapy program developed by teachers/staff for students who were effected by the Newtown Tragedy late last year. Noah also has a album in the works.
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Loc Talk With Sifu
Name: Sifu Wufu
Age: 39
Location: Phoenix
What made you decide to loc your hair? “Locs has always been a symbol of strength, and royalty since I was a child.”[[MORE]]
How long have you had your locs? ”I started my locs 14 years ago”
Where do you go for loc maintenance? ” I maintain them myself…”
Any advice you would give to brothers that want...
Spotlight at Midnite Photo Series
On the facebook page we decided to give up and coming photographers and photography enthusiasts the opportunity to showcase their photos featuring Men With Locs everyday at midnight (eastern standard time)
(Photo By Michele Geister) [[MORE]]
To get your photo on our page please email your pictures to menwithlocs@hotmail.com. The photos with the most likes will also get to appear right here on...
Men With Locs needed for Natural Hair Convention
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Hello Brothers of Baltimore, DC and surrounding areas! The 10th Annual Natural hair Convention is looking for Loc’d brothers to participate in a huge event so if you want to be apart of something magical, please email us at menwithlocs@hotmail.com. Look forward to hearing from you guys!
Loc'd & On The Rise: Model Anthony Owusu
Anthony is a up and coming model from Austin Texas by the way of Ghana. I had the opportunity to talk with him about his new career as a model, what inspires him and of course his locs.
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Thank you so much for talking with us, please tell us a little more about yourself?
“I want to first take the time to thank you for this interview.I am Ghanaian and currently reside in Austin,...
Emmanuel Performs Live
Emmanuel performs a few selections from his latest book My Thoughts Vol 1. If you have not picked up this book yet you must! To get a sample and check out his live performance go here: Emmanuel Performs Live
February 2013
10 posts
Loc Talk with Karim
Name: Karim
Age: 33
Location: Los Angeles
What made you decide to loc your hair?
“My father is a reggae artist from Montego Bay Jamaica and has had locks my whole life so most of my inspiration came directly from him and reggae. Now I have my own reggae band (Arise Roots) here in LA so it kinda worked out.”
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How long have you had your locs?
“12 years”
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Freeform Locs: The Journey
On our Friday’s we dedicate this day to freeformers on our Facebook page but I wanted take it a step further and do research on Freeform locs and ones that embark this journey, the more I learn about my own hair in its locing process the more I embrace and respect each individual’s journey and their reason for starting it.
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I decided to take to youtube because I know their...
Loc Talk with Gabriel
Name: Gabriel B
Age: 25
Location: Texas
What made you decide to loc your hair?
I wanted to try locs initially because my older brother had them. He unfortunately had an allergic reaction to beeswax and had to cut them off. At the time I had cornrows and they were getting old since everyone had them, so I wanted a change. I decided to get my hair cut down to a small fro and start my first...
Men With Locs featured on Nappturalite Radio Show
Tonite JaeKing and I was featured on the Nappturalite Radio show. I have to admit I was excited and nervous at the same time but it turned out to be a great interview.
[[MORE]]The thing that we hear the most from people is “What inspired Tia and I to create “Men With Locs” and tonite I had the opportunity to share our story. Tia and I happen to be sitting eating dinner, I...
Who wants a relationship?
Thoughts of Emmanuel Ehiemua
In today’s World, it seems like the single life is “Hott”. The “Playas” have met their match; the “Playetts”. The “Cougars” have joined in on the race with the “Dogs”. And everybody seems to be content to “Just Do It”…I mean…”Just Do Me”. [[MORE]]
The Rich...
Men With Locs: Creativity
Last night one of our good friends Kulu (who has been featured on our blog many times he actually is the current profile picture) stop by to show us some of the bracelets/Necklaces he has been working on.
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Kulu’s bracelets are great works of art with some of the most beautiful beads I’ve ever seen
We asked Kulu what made him get into making bracelets and he said it was...
Loc Talk With Anthony
Name: Anthony aka Nashba Age: 49 Location: Virgin Islands native now living in Miami, FL
What made you loc your hair?
“I’m Rasta to the BONE!!! Rastafarianism is my religion. I made the decision to loc my hair due to the tenets of my religion.”[[MORE]]
How long have you had your locs?
“17 years.”
Where do you go for loc...
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Catching Up With Saneyes
Back in November I had the pleasure of interviewing the lovely DJ and beat-maker out of France, Saneyes. During the previous interview, we talked a great deal about his favorites and influences but this time around we briefly talked about his new release “Roller Girl”
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Influenced by the original song made for Anna Karina (Danish born actress, but now French citizen) produced...
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This is Fabio and he's been loc'd for 5yrs...
Often on our Facebook page I ask brothers to submit pictures of themselves telling me how long they have been loc’d. For the last 9 months I have received some awesome pictures of brothers rocking all forms of locs from all over the world!
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In this photo is Fabio, he’s been loc’d for 5yrs. His girlfriend Rita was the one who took the photos and submitted it to be on...
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Loc Talk with...
Name: Daryl P.
Age: 28
Location: Chicago IL
What made you decide to loc your hair?
“It started as just some twist never thought about actually growing them. My best friend told me I wouldn’t make it through the process he said I was too much of a pretty boy to go through the rough stages. (lol)
Sadly he got killed due to Chicago street violence and never saw...
January 2013
26 posts
Your Loc Questions Answered With Angie of...
Angie S.K.Y.H.H. (Simply,Keeping, Your, Hair, Healthy) is based out of Atlanta and works in a serene exclusive salon in the prestigious Buckhead community. She obtained her Master of Cosmetology License from Empire Beauty School. Angie attends natural hair shows and training classes to gain the latest and most cutting edge knowledge of Loc maintenance, repair, color and design. She has years of...
Men With Locs Presents: Writers On the Rise...
With: Nina LeVere
“My thoughts” is a book of beautiful poetry written by Author Emmanuel Ehiemua I had the opportunity to talk about his inspiration behind writing the book and of course his beautiful locs.
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Thanks so much for talking to MWL. How long have you been writing poetry?
I’ve been writing poetry for 8years now.
Tell us about your latest project?
My...
Men With Locs Featured in NativeLand Magazine
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NativeMagazine is a publication based out of London and this month they did a huge feature on Natural Hair. In this issue they also featured one of Men With Locs own Ronnie talking about about his locs, and style. Make sure you pick up your copy at www.nativelandmagazine.com.
Spragga Benz Charity in Honor of Late Son
Reggae artiste/producer/actor Spragga Benz, is extending the reach of The Carlisle Foundation to benefit more institutions.
The foundation recently handed over four computers to Haile Selassie High School and will hand over another computer, along with relevant textbooks to St Michael’s Primary this week.[[MORE]]Jerome Wright, brother of Spragga Benz, supporting education is a worthy...
I wrote Buju Banton Yesterday
Yesterday while traveling hope from work, I hopped on twitter for a quick minute to kill some time. I follow reggae artist Spragga Benz and he posted the information to write Buju because he felt that would encourage him while he is incarcerated.I know a lot of people have mixed views about his reason for being there but I can’t hide the fact that I am a huge fan of his music. Here is...
Hello Everyone!
Welcome to another edition of my facebook recap! Im so very excited to announce that its growing pretty rapidly, and the photos that we have been receiving have gotten better and better. What I’m also enjoying is the men being so open and honest about, why they have locs, their reasons for locing and everything in between. Hopefully you enjoy the stories and of course the photos.
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