July 2016

JoJo says “Fuck Apologies,” but it’s no break-up song; it’s an anthemic statement of freedom.

July 30, 2016

On the surface, JoJo’s new single “Fuck Apologies.” may seem like yet another sassy, angsty break-up song but if you listen a little more closely and consider her history, you may venture to guess, as I have, that there is more to this song for JoJo, than just dissing an

Single Review: JoJo says “Fuck Apologies.” on new single with Wiz Khalifa

July 29, 2016

Music·Now·Reviews

“Leave (Get Out)” teen sensation JoJo is back, with edgy new music! Now 25 and grown, JoJo is still fed up and ready to tell her ex leave-get out on “Fuck Apologies.” The new single has more of an Urban flavor than her early on released 2000s Teen-Pop music, and takes hardcore

Where I was when Kelly Rowland declared ‘Here I Am,’ 5 years ago – a fan’s retelling

July 26, 2016

For the Nostalgia·In Depth·Music·Then

July 26, 2011. Five years ago today, Kelly Rowland released her third album, Here I Am – a proclamation of freedom and artistic rebirth that cemented her place as not just the chick who was second to Beyoncé. However, it seemed, as with every Kelly Rowland album, there has been

Single Review: Britney Spears Makes an Eazy Hit with “Make Me”

July 15, 2016

Music·Now·Reviews

Forget 2015’s “Pretty Girls” ever happened. On paper, a Britney Spears/Iggy Azalea collaboration sounded like pure magic. 2014’s breakout female rapper alongside America’s Sweetheart, what could go wrong? Nearly everything, minus the hilarious watch-worthy music video… Going back even a bit earlier, things began looking a bit shaky for Britney

Spotlight: “Pray You Catch Me (The 1997 Mix)” by AlanMichael

July 12, 2016

Featured·Music·Now

So, back in April, two days after Lemonade dropped, I wrote a tweet comparing the iconic sixth albums of Mariah, Janet and Beyoncé — Butterfly, The Velvet Rope, and Lemonade. Since then, the comparisons and likeness between those three albums both thematically and within my own life have been running through my mind. One result of

97 Words: ‘Aaliyah’ defined an artist and a summer

July 7, 2016

For the Nostalgia·In 97 Words·Music·Then

July 7, 2001. Snakes. That’s my first memory of Aaliyah’s self-titled third album, lead off by “We Need a Resolution” with its sensual, snake-filled video. Next, is summer: released in the heat of July 2001, on the 7th, Aaliyah featured slinky jams (“Loose Rap,” “Rock the Boat,”), summertime fineness (“It’s

InFormation: Dear White People, Recognize Your Black Friends’ Woes.

July 7, 2016

Music

Dear white people, We need to talk. As a writer, I’m often compelled to jot down my thoughts on issues that not only concern my life, but the lives of those around me. In the wake of the police shootings of Alton Sterling, and Philando Castile, I

ESSENCE: Highlights from music’s best festival

July 6, 2016

Mariah Carey·Music·Now·Reviews

Six years ago, I ventured to New Orleans for my first visit to the city, my first Janet Jackson concert, and my first Essence Music Festival experience. Make no mistake of it – I was there for Janet (as well as Monica and Chrisette Michele). However, after my first, one-night-only Essence

Throwback Jam: it’s the “Ladies Night” anniversary!

July 1, 2016

1997·For the Nostalgia·Music·Then

These days, it’s rather uncommon to see some of the biggest names together for a hot feature. Sure, Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” video had a guest verse from Kendrick and a host of cameo performances, and Madonna called together her friends and their blank walls for “Bitch I’m Madonna.” Considering

Single Review: Fergie “M.I.L.F. $”

July 1, 2016

Music·Reviews

Fergie is back with new music. After quite the wait, the Trap inspired Hip Hop tune “M.I.L.F. $” (pronounced “Milf Money,” abbreviation for Mother I’d Like to Follow, according to Fergie) has finally arrived! Apparently it’s not the M.I.L.F you’d find on adult sites like https://www.nu-bay.com/ – it’s much more

JoJo says “Fuck Apologies,” but it’s no break-up song; it’s an anthemic statement of freedom.

Single Review: JoJo says “Fuck Apologies.” on new single with Wiz Khalifa

Where I was when Kelly Rowland declared ‘Here I Am,’ 5 years ago – a fan’s retelling

Single Review: Britney Spears Makes an Eazy Hit with “Make Me”

Spotlight: “Pray You Catch Me (The 1997 Mix)” by AlanMichael

97 Words: ‘Aaliyah’ defined an artist and a summer

InFormation: Dear White People, Recognize Your Black Friends’ Woes.

ESSENCE: Highlights from music’s best festival

Throwback Jam: it’s the “Ladies Night” anniversary!

Single Review: Fergie “M.I.L.F. $”

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