Because I do stupid things on social media, I wrote that I was going to try and write for fifteen minutes every day and post the results; provided I get prompts from my 150 or so Twitter followers-50 or so of whom probably have me on mute. Because I like stalling, I could tell you about my day–like the fact that it’s wicked hot in my apartment despite the fact that I don’t hear the radiator AND I have a […]
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My Weird-Ass Dream
I’ve been having a ton of weird dreams lately. Part of it is due to my general mental state (not great). Part of it is due to all of the (legal, prescribed, perhaps over-presecribed) medications I take. In last night’s dream, I was catching a train to go to the Netherlands with my cousin Tootsie, who I haven’t seen in almost 25 years (also–probably a “play cousin” as opposed to a blood relative.) We were both still living at my […]
Five Star Jamz: Discussing Every Perfect Song In My iTunes Library
I’m talking about every single 5-star song in my iTunes library. Take a trip with me!!
Blerd Radio Presents: The Jheri Curl Chronicles Podcast (Episode 19)
The brief moment in the time when the R&B charts gave us #springsteenface…yes, its time for a new Jheri Curl Chronicles podcast.
Blerd Radio Presents: The Jheri Curl Chronicles Podcast-Episode 18
After a bit of a hiatus, Thomas and Mike are back with a new episode of the Jheri Curl Chronicles podcast. This one backtracks slightly from Episode 17, and the twosome discuss the #2 R&B hits of 1984. What are those songs, you ask? Tina Turner “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” Did you know that Tina once shot Randy Jackson (of The Jacksons)? Jocelyn Brown “Somebody Else’s Guy” (with a correction: Angie Brown sang on Bizarre Inc’s “I’m Gonna Get You”, but the song utilized a replayed portion of Jocelyn’s […]
bLISTerd: The Best Of Beyonce*
Hey! Here’s a run-through of the best songs by Mrs. Carter.
bLISTerd: The Best Of Jay-Z*
Another listicle-and a Spotify playlist-featuring the best songs by (or featuring) the man they call Hov.
Blerd Radio Presents: The Jheri Curl Chronicles (Episode 17)
It’s a brand new JCC podcast! We’re talking New Edition, Chaka, Ashford & Simpson, and SO much more!
The Jheri Curl Chronicles Radio Show Pays Tribute To New Jack Swing
It’s a new jack party on the latest JCC radio show! This mix features Bobby, Guy, Janet and more!
bLISTerd: The Best Songs By The Notorious B.I.G.*
Can you believe it’s been twenty years since The Notorious B.I.G. was murdered? In a career that barely spanned half a decade, the MC born Christopher Wallace blessed us with more classics than can be held on one playlist. Boasting vivid storytelling skills, a nimble, versatile flow, and a sense of wit and humor that’s not discussed enough when discussing his legacy, Biggie combined the best traits of Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane and Rakim to create a style that […]
bLISTerd: The Best Songs By Boyz II Men*
Because of course I have to make a list of the best songs by the biggest-selling R&B group of all time.
bLISTerd: The Best Songs By New Kids On The Block*
Danny, Donnie, Joe, Jon and Jordan’s moment in the pop spotlight was not without good material. Here’s a selection of the best from NKOTB.
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