September 2015

Spotlight: Michael Mott and Loren Allred are a promising pairing to watch

September 29, 2015

Music·Now

Last Monday, September 21st, Michael Mott held yet another showcase of his latest Pop and R&B songs at New York City’s Rockwood Music Hall. Once again, the composer was accompanied by a versatile band, a trio of talented background singers, and show-stopping group of lead vocalists including Brad Greer, Heather Little,

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Get Naked: Lil’ Kim’s ‘The Naked Truth,’ Revisited

September 27, 2015

Featured·In Depth·Music·Then

In 2005, Lil’ Kim sat in a very different place than she does now. A trial for a perjury charge stemming from a 2001 shooting found the Queen Bee in court. She watching her former Junior M.A.F.I.A. affiliates testify against her. Soon after Lil’ Kim was found guilty of perjury

With “We Belong Together” Mariah Carey proved “there ain’t nobody better,” and had her Sweet 16th #1!

September 25, 2015

Featured·In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

September 25, 2005. On this day in 2005, Mariah Carey held the #1 and #2 spots on the Hot 100 with “We Belong Together” and “Shake It Off.” By the time 2005 rolled around, Mariah Carey had gone from being the most successful music artist of the 1990s to not

Single Review: Naughty Boy – “Runnin’ (Lose It All)” ft. Beyoncé & Arrow Benjamin

September 19, 2015

Music·Now·Reviews

British producer Naughty Boy enlisted Beyoncé and Arrow Benjamin on his new track “Runnin’ (Lose It All).” The Pop power ballad features piano chords, strings and the hard hitting drums that have characterised his work with Emeli Sandé. It’s not strange that this song wouldn’t sound out of place on the

18 lyrics from Mariah Carey’s ‘Butterfly’ that’ll put you in your feelings

September 16, 2015

1997·In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

Mariah Carey’s Butterfly is one of the most honest, emotionally introspective albums ever released. Aside from the Prince cover “The Beautiful Ones,” all the lyrics were penned, as usual, by Ms. Carey herself. In honor of it’s 18th Anniversary, I’ve collected a list of the 18 most emotionally charged lyrics from

Today, celebrate the 18th Anniversary of Mariah Carey’s ‘Butterfly’ album!

September 16, 2015

1997·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

As you might be aware, one of the reasons we are called EST. 1997, is because we feel Mariah Carey’s Butterfly is one of the greatest albums of all-time. So, it’s only natural that we acknowledge it’s 18th anniversary today. Fortunately for us, and you!, we have 9 different articles for

For The Nostalgia: “Up Jumps Da Boogie” by Timbaland & Magoo

September 14, 2015

1997·Music·Then

Back in the early 90s Timbaland wasn’t quite exactly the well known heavy hitting producer turned artist he is known as today. Back in the 90s Timbaland the artist first gained major success as one half of the Hip-Hop duo Timbaland and Magoo. As an established artist, Aaliyah lent her

Twenty years ago, Mariah Carey had a “Fantasy” that changed pop music forever

September 12, 2015

Featured·In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

September 12, 1995. The year was 1995. Mariah Carey was undoubtedly one of the biggest pop stars on the planet, and the 90s it-girl. She debuted in 1990, and already amassed eight #1 hits in just 5 short years. Not a year went by without her having a #1. She even

Time can’t erase a song this strong: “Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Carey lingers on, 20 years later!

September 11, 2015

In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

Mariah Carey was a fan of the 1992 Kriss Kross hit “Jump” and wanted to work with the producer of the track, Jermaine Dupri. Carey got to collaborate with Dupri a few years later on two songs for her Daydream album: “Always Be My Baby” and “Long Ago.” In their

“Emotions” helped catapult Mariah Carey’s superstardom “higher than the heavens above”

September 10, 2015

In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

September 13, 1991 Mariah Carey found huge success with her debut album, largely due to ballads that showcased her phenomenal voice. When it came time to release her follow-up album (Emotions), Carey had several goals in mind. One was to create an album that had more of a Motown influence,

September 2015

Spotlight: Michael Mott and Loren Allred are a promising pairing to watch

Get Naked: Lil’ Kim’s ‘The Naked Truth,’ Revisited

With “We Belong Together” Mariah Carey proved “there ain’t nobody better,” and had her Sweet 16th #1!

Single Review: Naughty Boy – “Runnin’ (Lose It All)” ft. Beyoncé & Arrow Benjamin

Today, celebrate the 18th Anniversary of Mariah Carey’s ‘Butterfly’ album!

For The Nostalgia: “Up Jumps Da Boogie” by Timbaland & Magoo

Twenty years ago, Mariah Carey had a “Fantasy” that changed pop music forever

Time can’t erase a song this strong: “Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Carey lingers on, 20 years later!

“Emotions” helped catapult Mariah Carey’s superstardom “higher than the heavens above”

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