Last night, I watched one of my favorite movies.  “Cinderella Man,” starring Russell Crowe, is a film based on the life of former boxing champion James Braddock.  It’s the story of an extraordinary comeback by a man that had been counted out.  Braddock had everything going against him–age, health, and finances–and achieved the unthinkable due to […]

They say understatement is the earmark of good taste. Sometimes you’ve just gotta say, “BAM! In your face!” I love my new Frye boots.  These kicks are so many things!  Frye makes excellent quality boots that are built to last.  I look forward to rockin’ these distressed beauties for well over a decade.  I didn’t mind […]

I heart me some Traci Braxton!  Did you hear me?  I saaaaaaid, “I heart me some Traci Braxton!”  She’s funny, witty, sassy and super down to earth.  My last name isn’t Braxton but Traci said we can be “play cousins.” LOL Be sure to watch Traci and her sisters on Braxton Family Values, Thursdays at 9pm […]

The public release of the video that shows former NFL running back Ray Rice slugging his fiancee (now wife) and pulling her unconscious body out of an elevator has challenged me to ponder some larger issues.  Of course I thought about domestic violence.  As I began to think deeper, it occurred to me that our society has a […]

I got the chance to hang out with Tank in the studio.  He is always personable and has a positive attitude.  It doesn’t hurt that he’s easy on the eyes. *kitten purr*  Voluptuous ladies, you’ll be happy to know Tank says he doesn’t mind “lady cakes” and “kangaroo pouches”!  lol  How can you not love […]

Hey Lovie!   I had something I needed to share with you at the precise moment I recorded this. No make up. No pretense. Just me and my message. I hope you feel me on it.  If you’ve ever wondered what drives me, here’s a glimpse.   Make life beautiful!   Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

When R&B singer Joe and I took this selfie, he noticed how nice our skin looked and asked if I was using a photo filter.  I said, “No.  Chocolate looks good in natural light.”  What?!  It’s true! I gave Joe a trade secret and now I’m sharing it with you.  If you have darker skin, […]

DJ Dirty Rico was in rare form last Friday at Martini’s.  His mix was so crazy, YOUR DC GIRL April Watts literally ran a lap around the club!  Meet us every Friday night at Martini’s 725 Cady Drive, Ft. Washington, MD.  See you at the Friday Night Dance Party and live broadcast with Majic 102.3!  Thanks for […]

George Jones and Kalahari descended upon The Boulevard At The Capital Centre for Wind Down Thursdays and captivated the audience with a combination of smooth and straight ahead Jazz.  Majic 102.3 was on hand and April Watts was the host for the evening.  Much love to Jerrod, a Wind Down Thursdays regular, who earned himself a pair of […]

YOUR DC GIRL April Watts talked to Bryan Mills of Secret Society to uncover the secret to the band’s success.  Last week, the band drew at least a thousand people to The Boulevard at the Capital Centre for Wind Down Thursdays. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter  

Ever wonder how the dance “The Lock It” came to be? YOUR DC GIRL APRIL WATTS spoke to the man that created the dance. YOU’LL NEVER GUESS WHAT OTHER FAMOUS DANCE INSPIRED “THE LOCK IT”.  Pee Wee, thanks for stopping by Wind Down Thursdays at The Boulevard at Capital Centre!  Video by Deejay Jammer. Follow […]

  Another amazing edition of Wind Down Thursdays took place at The Boulevard at Capital Centre.  Secret Society Band, a DMV favorite, drew at least one thousand people to The Blvd to enjoy free live music.  Even the inclement weather didn’t stop the eager audience that waited for the storm to pass.  Majic 102.3 was […]