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

October 7, 2017

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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

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“#Beautiful,” Mariah Carey’s Summer Hit That Got Away

With a musical catalog as expansive as Mariah Carey’s, casual listeners will surely come across a multitude of hits they’ll know by heart. But in the mix of the singer’s bag of chart-toppers, holiday classics, deep cuts, and remixes, there are also a handful of underrated singles that missed the

No Pretender: Mariah Carey’s “Dreamlover” Proved Her Passion for Hip-Hop and House

After silencing doubters and naysayers with her 1992 “MTV Unplugged” show and

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

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

With her debut, Kelly Rowland defined herself as ‘Simply Deep’

October 31, 2017

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October 22, 2002. In October 2002, I was twelve years old, eagerly anticipating the release of the second solo album from the ladies of Destiny’s Child. They were, and are, my favorites. I refused to choose a favorite between the three ladies, and that still holds true today. Regardless, I

Kelly Rowland solidified her sound with ‘Ms. Kelly’

July 3, 2017

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July 3, 2007 Kelly Rowland’s solo career has seen many stages. For most, her return with 2007’s “Like This” was the first solo move she had made in the nearly five years following the release of her debut album. However, true fans knew better. She had a busy few years,

12 reasons Beyoncé’s ‘LEMONADE’ still slays

April 23, 2017

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April 23, 2016. On this day in 2016, an industry-shaking visual album was released: Beyoncщ’s LEMONADE. The album was delivered via a 65-minute-long film that found the album’s 12 songs woven together by striking visuals and poetic, spoken-word musings. Indeed, there is a lot to be said about Beyoncщ’s LEMONADE.

From The Beautiful Ones: A Letter to Prince

April 21, 2017

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Dear Prince, I’m hurting today. This incredibly heavy grief that I’m feeling right now is one I haven’t felt in about four years. It’s one that I told myself that I would be prepared for next time around. But then again, you never can really prepare for the loss of

With ‘Heart to Yours’ Michelle Williams began her journey

April 16, 2017

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April 16, 2002. Less than one year after the release of Destiny’s Child’s first album as a trio, Survivor, the ladies of Destiny’s Child began their solo careers. In the fall of 2001, the group announced their intent to release solo projects. First up on the solo train was newcomer Michelle Williams. Heart

Celebrating the B’Day Anthology, Beyoncé’s FIRST visual album, at 10

April 3, 2017

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April 3, 2007. Beyoncé released her sophomore album, B’Day, on her birthday in 2006 (if you don’t know it, then log-out). However, that was hardly the last hurrah for the album. Seven months later, on April 3, 2007, Beyoncé unleashed the B’Day Anthology visual album. The DVD featured a music video for 10 of

Strange Relationship: Prince’s Sign o’ the Times

March 31, 2017

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“Isn’t it a shame, this ain’t a movie?” Though he was already an indomitable musical force, by 1986, Prince Rogers Nelson was at a crossroads. Two years removed from the gargantuan success of Purple Rain, music journalists were rather indifferent towards his follow-up album, 1985’s Around The World in A Day.

The “Eternally 12” Reasons the Lambily Loves Mariah Eternally

March 27, 2017

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It’s a special occasion! Mimi’s emancipation! Well not really.. but it is her ANNIVERSARY! Yes, Mariah Carey’s anniversary (not a birthday, dahhhling!) is reason for us to celebrate and get festive. Today we want to give you guys 12 of the reasons why Queen Mariah is EVERYTHING to her #Lambily.

It’s been 10 years since Kelly Rowland had us bumping “Like This”

March 14, 2017

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March 13, 2007. Ten years ago today, Kelly Rowland released the official first single from her sophomore solo album, Ms. Kelly. “Like This” is a Polow Da Don produced mid-tempo bop that featured female hip-hop heavy weight, Eve. The track showcased a return to a more urban, R&B sound akin to her days

Michelle Williams released first solo single “Heard a Word” 15 years ago

March 12, 2017

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March 12, 2002. After announcing that Destiny’s Child would go on a hiatus to pursue solo projects, many assumed it was the beginning of the end for the group. Much to the dismay of naysayers, the ladies of Destiny’s Child and their manager, Beyoncé’s father Mathew Knowles, promised the group

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Anniversary - Page 3

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

“#Beautiful,” Mariah Carey’s Summer Hit That Got Away

No Pretender: Mariah Carey’s “Dreamlover” Proved Her Passion for Hip-Hop and House

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

With her debut, Kelly Rowland defined herself as ‘Simply Deep’

Kelly Rowland solidified her sound with ‘Ms. Kelly’

12 reasons Beyoncé’s ‘LEMONADE’ still slays

From The Beautiful Ones: A Letter to Prince

With ‘Heart to Yours’ Michelle Williams began her journey

Celebrating the B’Day Anthology, Beyoncé’s FIRST visual album, at 10

Strange Relationship: Prince’s Sign o’ the Times

The “Eternally 12” Reasons the Lambily Loves Mariah Eternally

It’s been 10 years since Kelly Rowland had us bumping “Like This”

Michelle Williams released first solo single “Heard a Word” 15 years ago

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