Yeah, we know it’s “Valentine’s Day” but who said we gotta pay Cupid some damn tribute!!!! If you’re one of those lovesick puppies and hopeless romantics looking for your fix on V-Day, we got your fix but it sure as hell ain’t what you think!!! On this day of love, we wanted to send Cupid a special mixtape! A list of songs that really express our deep passion in the subject of amour. So if love has kicked you in the ass, made a complete fool of you, had you crying like Lenny Williams and broadcasted your shame all over Facebook and Twitter, then welcome my friends to our official “F!ck, Cupid,!!” mixtape!! A Valentine’s mix that is sure to have you burning down someone’s car and lighting a cigarette afterward!!!
And Cupid, in case you missed our sentiments, let us say it again……….”F**K YOU!!!” (in my Cee-Lo voice) (more…)
With a number of poignant moments, The 2010 Soul Train Awards began the “hippest trip in America” with a bang! With a classic style of presence, R.B. crooner, R. Kelly set the tone with a memorable opening performance. (more…)
In looking at this video, it appears “R” took a page from the book of Marvin Gaye much like Maxwell’s Fistful of Tears. Funny enough, I can really see Marvin crooning a song like this selection with the fullest conviction and emotional expression he’s known to embody. In this video, I’m very pleased to see and hear Kellz in this musical light. Despite much of his personal scandals and being “trapped in the closet”, this 60′s inspired song pleas the case of R. Kelly’s ability to shift gears and deliver a melody which requires some emotional dynamics and carries a timeless appeal in it’s lyrics. Now I know Kellz’ may make me eat my words by doing some kind of “stripper remix” because of course, we don’t have enough of those on radio, however I’ll simply enjoy this piece for what it’s worth at the moment.
Chicago native Ashaki is now taking her place center stage after years of working with artists such as R. Kelly, Sparkle, Ten City and Tony Thompson and Oprah(yes that Oprah). You can also add to her list of accomplishments being selected by Kanye West to handle the choreography duties for his “Jesus Walks” video.
From comparisons to Miss Jackson and Niecy, Ashaki is poised to forge her own Something Special.
In part one of this series we discuss Kelly’s new single “Tired” which is receiving some well deserved buzz across radio, the net and wherever else great music is heard. (more…)
DJ Phaze rocks Moods Music ATL for the Res Meet 'N Greet
Fresh off wrecking shop in the ATL, DJ Phaze presents you with his latest installment, the “Get Grown” mix. It’s a perfect way to start your week and ease your mind from the madness that can be all too encompassing. Truly for the Grown ‘N Sexy. Check the tracklist, download and enjoy.
Touch Me Wit Ur Handz (Featuring Chinah Blac) – DJ Jazzy Jeff
DREAM GIRL – R KELLY
Oooh This Love Is So – Al B. Sure
Tell Me – Groove Theory
E.M.B.R.A.C.E. – Soul Society
Virtual Insanity (Peace of Mind Mix) – Jamiroquai
4evermore feat. Algebra & Phonte – Anthony David
Dream Flight (feat. Rahsaan Patterson) – Angela Johnson
Music makes me feel so good – Sleepy Brown
I Don’t Care – Raheem Devaughn
Strawberries In Vinegar – Silhouette Brown
Enjoy It Now – Tortured Soul
Your Face – Tamara Wellons
Golden (The 24 Karat mix) – Jill Scott
Your Colors – John Beltran
Intro: Last week we had our first installment of our “Bridging The Gap” series. This week I’m delving into pretty well charted waters. In fact, in some instances you could say I’m selling out and going strictly commercial. Yes every now and then I descend from my lofty music hipster perch and…ok, who am I kidding, but the point remains that this post is more about my curiosity as to why some of these songs for better or worse won’t go away.
The only real nugget of discovery that I could potentially be offering up this week is the long held opinion that I have regarding the fact that every generation has a few entertainers whose sole mission is to make music that appeals to the widest possible audience. [Sidebar: I think that particular phenomenon has increased exponentially in the last decade due to a couple of factors, but I digress...that's an entirely separate blog post.] This mission is accomplished through association with any type of pop culture be it an A-List actress or a Saturday morning cartoon type character.
After 7 long years, Whitney is back, reunited with Clive Davis for her new album, “I Look To You“, due out on September 1st. Check out video from her L.A. listening event last week after the jump. The lead single (which you can check out below from a radio premiere rip), was written by R. Kelly, & produced by Tricky Stewart along with Harvey Mason Jr. Other collaborators include Swizz Beatz, Alicia Keys, Diane Warren, David Foster, Akon and Stargate.
Updated: Free download until July 31st. New album release date: 8/31/2009
