Russell Simmons

New York City Hotspot Roundup

source: hotspots.hollyscoop.com

 CA Hip Hop Mogul Russell Simmons recently hosted an event at The Gates, but when it comes to his favorite destination, he frequents Jivamukti Yoga School and their new Vegan Café. NY Knicks superstar #4 Nate Robinson calls Sushi of Gari a slam-dunk for ...

Published Wed, May 13

Do All Yogis Vote Alike?

source: Washington Post

 DC Hip-hop artist, clothing designer, and yoga practitioner Russell Simmons says President Obama is coming from a yogic mind set, especially when it comes to his policies. Instead of being fearful, he listens and reaches out to others, Simmons said. ...

Published Mon, Apr 20

Spitzer A year later

source: Philadelphia Metro

 PA Recently wrote on hip-hop Web site Global Grind last week that Russell Simmons yoga instruction has “saved her life.” “Russell was there, reaching out to give me hand placement tips and educate me about the virtues of yoga that he’s discovered ...

Published Sun, Mar 15

Russell Simmons Shows Ashley Dupré the Art of Yoga and Blogging

source: TwentyFourBit

While attending his regular yoga class, rap mogul Russell Simmons noticed problems in the movement of a classmate, so he corrected her and they carried on. “Later, while doing a twisting triangle,” Simmons wrote on his blog. “I noticed again that she ...

Published Thu, Mar 12

Today In Music News: Russell Simmons Loves Yoga, Ryan Adams Gets ...

source: blogs.dallasobserver.com

 TX Looks like she's found a new mentor in hip-hop icon Russell Simmons. It seems he's been "reaching out" to her in their yoga class. You know what position she hasn't needed help with? Downward facing dog. Zing! Comments may not show up immediately after ...

Published Thu, Mar 12

Gay Rappers: Don't Fear This Book

source: gawker.com

Who's the gay rapper?" It's been a parlor game in hip hop for years. A short and incomplete list of some of the most common names tossed around: Kanye West, Puffy, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Common, and, of course, lisping, yoga-master rap mogul Russell Simmons. While there are plenty of rumors for ea...

Published Wed, Apr 23

Uncomfortable Race Situations: Deborah Solomon's Interview with Russell Simmons: The Remix

source: Gawker

In the years since you sold your stake in Def Jam, you've gone into the fashion business and developed clothing lines like Phat Farm and Baby Phat. Do you still run them with your wife, Kimora Lee? Unfortunately, I do. My nickname is Rush, but I practice yoga every day so I can rush less.

Published Sun, Apr 29

Deborah Solomon's Interview with Russell Simmons: The Remix

source: gawker.com

In the years since you sold your stake in Def Jam, you've gone into the fashion business and developed clothing lines like Phat Farm and Baby Phat. Do you still run them with your wife, Kimora Lee? Unfortunately, I do. My nickname is Rush, but I practice yoga every day so I can rush less.

Published Sun, Apr 29