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

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April 22, 2017
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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
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Playlist: Aretha Franklin’s Deep Cuts

March 25, 2017
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Aretha Franklin: The Queen Turns 75 In celebration of Aretha Franklin’s 75th birthday, I dug into her catalog for some deep cuts. Everyone knows “Respect“, “Think”, and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman”, but what about the songs that didn’t receive single treatment/attention? Let me take you back… Digesting Aretha
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Elicit 1997 … with the ‘Men In Black’ Soundtrack

July 28, 2014
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The soundtrack to Men in Black is probably not an album that anyone would think to be significant.  However, in the 90s, soundtracks to blockbuster movies were a big deal.  Of course, you probably remember the title track and lead single by Will Smith… Not exactly 1997’s finest moment, nevertheless, it was a huge
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