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20 Reasons Janet Jackson’s ‘The Velvet Rope’ is a Masterpiece

On October 7, 1997, Janet Jackson released what would go on to become the most prolific body of work in her catalogue: The Velvet Rope. Before delving into the many reasons why this album deserves the title of masterpiece, it is necessary to first set the scene: Just over a decade prior, in 1986, Janet Jackson released what most think of to

Playlist: Janet Jackson Celebration Soundtrack

May 16, 2015
Though originally created in celebration of Janet Jackson’s birthday, this playlist can be the soundtrack to any celebratory moment. I’ve compiled a playlist of Janet’s most fun, danceable, uplifting and memorable tracks sure to make you move and groove your way through whatever moment you’re celebrating. The playlist spans from

The Velvet Rope Therapy

October 11, 2014
You may be asking yourself, “what the hell is the velvet rope therapy?”  Well, good thing you asked. The Velvet Rope is an album- a masterpiece is a more suitable description- that Janet Jackson released in 1997. I have a strong sense of relation to Janet. No, I don’t feel like we’re

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