Monthly Archives: August 2011

The-Dream – 1977 (Album)

Always a great moment when The-Dream releases a new body of work. In an unorthodox move, Terius makes this one free for the masses. I haven’t listened to this yet, but The-Dream projects don’t usually disappoint. Don’t drag your feet … Continue reading

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Kanye West: A Modern-Day Hero

If I’m ever asked what the most significant moments in recent African-American history are, I will say Barack Obama’s presidential win and Kanye West’s emotional off-script rant during the Katrina telethon. Not too long ago, I’d gotten into a really … Continue reading

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Kendrick Lamar brings out…the West Coast

As if the Dr. Dre endorsement wasn’t enough…now Snoop has passed the torched. At a recent show, Kendrick Lamar and Game performed their incredible song, “The City,” from The R.E.D. Album; K. Dot then gets a surprise visit on stage from West Coast … Continue reading

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Bone Thugs, circa 1994

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Iconology: Poitier

“I’ll always be chasing you… Glory.” —Sidney Poitier #blackcool

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Video: Affion Crockett – “In The Flow” as Jay-Z, Kanye, Wayne, Cory Gunz & Freeway

By now, everyone knows the incredible accuracy of Affion Crockett’s impressions. Now, the comedian has decided to take his hillarious talents to the Fox Network with his new show “In the Flow With Affion Crockett” which premieres this Sunday at … Continue reading

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Dear, J. Cole…

Let me get right to it; from the perspective of an objective fan, you could use a little help. What an incredible talent you have and to see yet another gifted young artist drift down the path of poor choices, … Continue reading

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