DJ Polished Solid has done it once again! This time she’s put together some straight audio goodness in celebration of Pharrell’s 40th Birthday! Let’s get it!!!
DJ Polished: “I created this mix on April 5, 2013, Pharrell’s 40th bday, to give back for all of the amazing music he has given the world. He has put a smile on my face a many, many day, and I know he will continue to do so. Also, Pharrell is the best bass keyboard player since Ray Manzarek;)”
Sure hope the Grown Folks Police don’t come a callin’ for our membership card because this song isn’t bad. In fact it’s likable. It’s the same ole’ subject, but Usher’s delivery takes you back to some of his older work and the melody is nice. The lyrics, though pretty suggestive, aren’t as “in your face as usual and don’t turn the listener off within 30 seconds. And, even though the video is more of the same–Usher getting hot and heavy with a beautiful lady–it’s visually appealing and sells the song. Decide for yourself. Let us know what you think.
When we celebrate the great contributions of music artists, we always like to give a narrative picture from those who knew them well. In our tribute of the late, great Gerald Levert, we brought a dear friend of the Grown Folks Music family, Mrs. Sheri Riley. For those not familiar with Sheri’s name, you definitely know her work. She is the founder and president of the successful entertainment consulting company, Glue, Inc., former marketing executive with Atlantic and LaFace Records and the marketing hand behind artists like TLC, Donell Jones, Usher, Toni Braxton, OutKast and of course Mr. Gerald Levert. From her story, we hope you will thoroughly enjoy this interview and gain more insight into this R&B legend. Also, catch some of Sheri’s exclusive pics with Gerald, Sean and Eddie Levert, Isaac Hayes, Phyllis Hyman, Don Cornelius and many more!
Gerald Levert and son, LeMicah
Gerald Levert, Isaac Hayes, Sean Levert
Gerald Levert, Sheri Riley and friend
Gerald Levert, Members of Men At Large and the Rude Boys and Michael McCary of Boy II Men
Gerald Levert and Eddie Levert
Eddie Levert, Gerald Levert and his girl group, 1 Of The Girls
Eddie Levert , Don Cornelius, Gerald Levert
Sean Levert & Sean Levert
Gerald Levert & Sean Levert
Eddie Levert , Phyllis Hyman, Don Cornelius, Gerald Levert
“The Many Ways” by Usher was considered an underachiever as far as the Billboard charts were concerned. The song only peaked at #42 on the R&B chart, but it was the jam in my world. “The Many Ways”–from Usher’s self-titled debut album–co-written by Dave Hall and Al B. Sure!. Produced by Al B. Sure!.
Get your week started off right with Vol.2 of the Millenium Mix series. It’s an uptempo mix with a party vibe. Hope you enjoy it — hit the jump for the track list!
