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What a weekend it was for BSW and the Bender Sisters!  The Roots sixth annual Pre-Grammy Jam Session held at the Key Club on Sunset was amazing, with back-to-back classics, covers and mash-ups. The Philadelphia crew was having a blast as friends like John Legend, Mos Def, and ex-keyboardist Scott Storch joined them onstage throughout a night that lasted well past 2 a.m.

Slash, Twista, David Banner, Ryan Phillippe, and Kelsey Grammer were among the stars who passed on the stuffier Grammy events going on to check out the star-studded-but-casual affair. Prince, Dave Chappelle, Snoop Dogg and even Tom Cruise have all dropped by in the past, and the 2010 event, sponsored by Green Music Group, lived up to all prior expectations as the crowd danced the night away to the non-stop tunes.

Kamal Gray from The Roots

Instantly recognizable drummer Amir Thompson was the first to wander onto the stage as the rest of the group leisurely assembled around him to loud cheers. After a rousing warm-up number that saw Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter doing his best James Brown impression, the Roots kicked things up. “Here I Come,” which the group has turned into the theme for “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon,” was unexpectedly intense as sousaphonist Damon Bryson stomped alongside guitarist Kirk Douglas.

Mike Shinoda of Lincoln Park

John Legend told the crowd he’s been working on a record with the Roots scheduled for release this summer and then tore into a brand-new track slated for that release. He got behind a keyboard for Donny Hathaway’s “Little Ghetto Boy” (famously sampled on Dr. Dre’s John Legend told the crowd he’s been working on a record with the Roots scheduled for release this summer and then tore into a brand-new track slated for that release. He got behind a keyboard for Donny Hathaway’s “Little Ghetto Boy”.

One Tree Hill's Kate Voegele

The love in the room for Mos Def was hard to hide as he came onstage in suspenders, sport coat, cap and Abe Lincoln beard, clutching an old-fashioned, fire-engine-red microphone and blazing rapidly through impressive wordplays with his trademark flow. His energy was palpable, and of course the Roots, as he traded and shared verses with Black Thought.

Our New BBF Calvin from Grey's Anatomy

Bilal, Foreign Exchange, Ledisi, Mack Main, Lil Twist, Shanell and Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda all took turns sitting in with the band as the night went on. Despite the marathon set which began close to midnight, most guests were  feeling the energy, and ready for a good time, and when the night was over, that same energy spilled out onto Sunset Blvd, and what a beautiful sight it was.

Did you catch any of the televised award ceremonies this year…Well, if you happened to miss them the stars were sporting some pretty sexy do’s!!!  Why not try one of these flirty styles and strut your stuff this Valentine’s Day.  Thanks to Laurent Dufourg, celebrity hair stylist and owner of the renowned Prive Salons you can!

Penelope Cruz

Volume = Better…

Laurent advises you to use Prive’s on- the – go hair products (which are the bomb!) to get your hair perfect for your hot date this V-Day.  Prive’s Shining Weightless Amplifier can be used on damp hair at the roots to add volume and protect your hair from thermal styling.  After your hair has been blown dry, part down the middle and use a large curling iron to achieve big sexy, loose curls (use a 1-2 inch barrel).  Then flip your hair over and spray it with Prive’s Finishing Hair Spray for added volume and hold.

Jennifer Garner

Let’s Get The Night Going By Pumping Up Your Roots…

According to Laurent, volume starts at the roots.  So, to kick off this look you’ll need Prive’s Root Amplifier on your damp hair.  Flip your hair upside down, blow dry using a paddle brush to straighten your hair as you dry it.  Once it’s dry use a round brush to curl the ends under or round out to get a pompadour look.  For added volume, Laurent suggests teasing the roots at the crown of your head then smoothing out the top layer of your hair for a soft, sleek put together poof.

Julia Roberts

And Now For Texture…

Did you know that the ultimate sexy styles are voluptuous and all about texture?  If your sporting long locks like Ms. Julia or a shorter do, Prive’s Finishing Texture Spray is a must have.  It provides lots of volume and body without weighing down your hair.  Blow dry your hair upside down using your fingers instead of a brush to get the perfect wavy tousled look.  Once hair is dry use Finishing Texture Spray for all day texture and va va voom volume!

For more info or to buy any of these products please visit Prive.

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