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Mary J. Blige’s “Share My World”: Mary’s Next Step at 20

April 22, 2017

1997·Music·Then

In 1997, Mary J. Blige was on top of the world professionally. Her sophomore album, 1994’s My Life was a smash. Mary was at the forefront of the hip hop-soul revolution in music, garnering her the undisputed title “Queen of Hip Hop Soul”. She changed course with 1997’s Share My World, drifting musically towards contemporary R&B. The results still hold up

1997·Featured·In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

Butterfly, Fly Away: Mariah Carey’s first emancipation

September 16, 1997. Seventeen years ago today, Mariah Carey released what is widely considered to be her most creative, introspective, and best, album to date; her “magnum opus.” Regardless of whether or not you agree with the those definitive statements, there is no denying that 1997’s Butterfly marked a defining

Finding the Free Xone: Janet lets go on The Velvet Rope

October 7, 1997. In the fall of 1997, Janet Jackson released her

How “No, No, No” introduced us to Destiny’s Child

On November 11, 1997, the world was formally introduced to Destiny’s Child.

The Bible of Neo-Soul: Erykah Badu’s ‘Baduizm’

February 11, 2017

1997·For the Nostalgia·In Depth·Music·Then

February 11, 1997. Before she told ya to call “Tyrone,” before she was the “Bag Lady,” before she got up from her “Window Seat” and showed her whole ass, Erykah Badu introduced herself to the world with Baduizm 20 years ago today. For that, the world should be forever grateful. Baduizm in Context Let’s put this

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

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

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

Mariah Carey was always longing for another taste of #1, “Honey!”

September 7, 2015

In Depth·Mariah Carey·Music·Then

When in 1997 Mariah Carey released “Honey” as the lead single from her Butterfly album she debuted a new and improved version of the international Pop superstar she had been up to that point. Her image had changed but so had her sound and she was ready to begin a new

Elicit 1997… with Shania Twain’s ‘Come on Over’

June 11, 2015

1997·Music·Then

When you think of the 90’s, Shania Twain may not be the first name that comes to mind. At a time where Pop music was being dominated by Hip-Hop collaborations and urban influences, Shania released her third studio album Come on Over in 1997. Over followed The Woman In Me,

For the Nostalgia: “Nobody” by Keith Sweat

June 10, 2015

1997·Music·Then

If you were a fan of R&B music in the 1990s, then this is a song you’ve definitely heard! During the instrumental intro before the vocalists begin to sing, you may even already know the lyrics even if you can’t recall both of the artists’ names. Released in the fall

Elicit 1997 … with Will Smith’s ‘Big Willie Style’

June 9, 2015

1997·Music·Then

It’s hard to imagine that there was a time in music when Will Smith was one of the hottest rappers on the scene. Well, it actually happened; many years ago… in 1997. Though, even then, his credibility as a rapper was debatable. Undeniable was the impact of classic songs such as 1991’s

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1997

Mary J. Blige’s “Share My World”: Mary’s Next Step at 20

Butterfly, Fly Away: Mariah Carey’s first emancipation

Finding the Free Xone: Janet lets go on The Velvet Rope

How “No, No, No” introduced us to Destiny’s Child

The Bible of Neo-Soul: Erykah Badu’s ‘Baduizm’

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

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

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

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

Mariah Carey was always longing for another taste of #1, “Honey!”

Elicit 1997… with Shania Twain’s ‘Come on Over’

For the Nostalgia: “Nobody” by Keith Sweat

Elicit 1997 … with Will Smith’s ‘Big Willie Style’

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