I’m not sure if it would be right to call Dwele an R&B journeyman. Unknown to the average pop fan (a small handful are aware that it’s him singing the hook on Kanye’s “Flashing Lights,”) the Detroit native has nevertheless amassed a solid catalog of albums in nearly a decade of recording. Greater Than One is the singer/songwriter’s sixth effort, and it’s one of the stronger albums in his oeuvre-truthfully, it’s one of the stronger R&B releases of a year […]
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Blerd Appreciation: Meshell Ndegeocello
If anyone was to ask me who the most underrated artist of the past twenty years, there would be absolutely no hesitation in my response Meshell Ndegeocello. Since her debut in 1993, the singer, composer, bandleader and multi-instrumentalist has been blowing me away. Ten studio albums that range in quality from merely good to mind-blowingly excellent, a complete unwillingness to fit in anyone’s box, and a well-deserved rep as a dynamic live performer have all contributed to my opinion. Meshell […]
Diggin’ In The Crates: Rebbie Jackson, Centipede
In 1984, it paid to be a Jackson-literally and figuratively. Katherine and Joe’s nine kids were in their glory around this time-riding high on the success of Michael’s Thriller album. In that year alone, the six brothers recorded and released the Victory album and sold out arenas across the nation on tour. Youngest sister Janet released her second album, Dream Street, and won a supporting role on the television series “Fame.” Even middle sister La Toya scored her highest charting […]
The Viewfinder: Andre Cymone, “America”
Andre Cymone continues his support of President Obama’s re-election campaign by releasing a video for his song “America.”
What The Hell Is…Twin Cousins Records?
New label alert! New campaign alert! Check out the minds behind Twin Cousins Records.
The Viewfinder: Alicia Keys “Girl On Fire”
Alicia…your new video is REALLY confusing. REALLY confusing.
The Idiot Box: Bad 25 on ABC Thanksgiving Night: The Trailer
A trailer from the Spike Lee-directed “Bad 25” documentary. Chamone!
Spin Cycle: The Script, #3
Irish pop trio The Script is back for “#3.” Do the “Breakeven” guys come out ahead on their third effort?
Reading Is Fundamental: New Kids on the Block Five Brothers & A Million Sisters
I should take offense to the title of this book. I am-somewhat unashamedly-a New Kids on the Block fan. I am also a guy. A black guy, to boot. Of course, my deficit in the heterosexuality department might explain some of my NKOTB fandom, but I’ll further confuse you by noting that I currently don’t, and never did, find Donnie, Danny, Jordan, Jonathan or even Joey dreamy, or even attractive. So, yeah, it’s weird. I’m a dude, there were no […]
The Viewfinder: Marsha Ambrosius, “Fuck N Get It Over With”
Soul songstress Marsha Ambrosius unleashes a provocative new video for her song “Fuck N Get It Over With.” Sexy and sultry!!
New Release Report 10/16/12: Hopping On The Night Train With Jason Aldean
Still wanna be down with Brandy? Well, the singer/actress is one of several big names releasing albums today–read our New Release Report to find out what else you should be checking out!