Chicago native Pinqy Ring recently dropped a pretty dope remix to Rihanna’s “Work.” It’s the right combination of sexy and “raunchy” without going overboard with either. In the days of the infinite “I Love Kanye” remixes, it’s cool to see people tackling songs that aren’t related (directly) to Mr. West. Check it out below and […]
Read moreIs it time to retire "Greatest of All-Time?"
Earlier today, Rem offered up his opinions on the state of Jay Z and his legacy. The opinions and truths expressed were slightly controversial, to say the least. However, they got me thinking. I mean, really thinking about it. And I’ve got to ask the following question: is Jay Z’s time as being acknowledged as one […]
Read moreNew Music: @KevinRossMusic – Prototype
It’s no secret that The Love Below is one of my favorite albums. So, imagine my surprise when this little gem/rework came across my desk (read: my inbox). It’s great. But, here’s a bit about Kevin.R&B singer/songwriter Kevin Ross in 2015 released his debut EP, Dialogue in the Grey, on Motown Records in partnership with the Bar Entertainment. Kevin blends old-school […]
Read moreCan the @Orioles Compete in 2016?
Now, I know that you’re expecting me to write a think piece on last night’s blackish. Nope. Not doing it. The episode was poignant enough without me—or anyone, really—chiming in with more. Go watch it. NOW! For scenes such as the one below and others. This scene on #Blackish was so real. Wow, I really […]
Read moreNew Music: @Tinashe – "Genius Of Love"
Also in mainstream news, Tinashe covered “Genius Of Love” by the Tom Tom Club (y’know, the song Mariah and ODB flipped for the classic “Fantasy”). This revision is produced by DJ Cassidy, so instrumentally, it’s pretty cool. However, there’s something that’s keeping me from loving this. Maybe it’s because this cover isn’t marketed at me, […]
Read moreNew Music: @JoeyBadass – "Ready" (prod. by Statik Selektah)
When an artist gets a cult-like following, two things happen within the fan base. Either folks want them to continue to make the type of songs that got them on (therefore stunting their growth) or to go overly experimental, since they’ve proved they can handle it (if it fails, we’re left with YEEZUS and albums of […]
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