Look at my girl, Erykah Badu on the June/July Issue of the Vibe. Nikki Minaj graces it too,but I feel that Badu is too much of a Boss not to get more recognition. She talks about her Video Controversy, Jay Electronica and GroupThink. You better go cop you one ASAP!
(photo Courtesy of Vibe Magazine)
AfriqueLaChic is so cute to me. It’s a little African Boutique hailing from Los Angeles with a lot of Traditional African flava. I came across them on one of my favorite blog sites and I couldn’t resist the jewelry and accesories. This lady handcrafts her own jewelry using wood, bone, bamboo, and even ivory. All natural supplements used from the motherland. Although it looks a bit tribal to me, the jewelry adds a modern day twist so you don’t walk around town looking like a modern day Chaka Zulu. Or Do you? Here are a few of her pieces.
If you would like to see more visit her online store, http://www.etsy.com/shop/AfriqueLaChic for more details and inspirations.
Now you know I had to put my two cents in about this one, Drake’s new album Thank Me Later” was leaked the other night and to tell you the truth I wasn’t in a rush to download it. It seems be a trend that in this mixtape generation, popular artists are making these leaks very hard to get certain revenue off their music; and let’s not forget local artists who just have a dollar and dream. I am NOT a fan of Drake, but I will say I watched me some wheelchair Jimmy in my day and he is talented.
Drake has acquired his fame from a previous career in acting, and that’s what I feel got him to be this big. With no stage presence he happens to get past “So Far Gone” to “Thank Me Later”. The only songs that stood out to me were Fireworks featuring the preggers Alicia Keyes. With her on the Keyes this is phenomenal piece that has definitely made it to my feels good playlist. Shut it Down featuring The Dream is pretty sexy to me, if you listen to the instrumental part it adds a lil’ twist to his sound. Noooo…this doesn’t mean Drake is finally growing on me, I just seem to love his slow songs better. Last but not least Find Your Love is catchy to me, it’s on the radio every 30 minutes but I do find it a better hit then all the rest. There you have, the Afro Chic doesn’t quite approve but all you Drake fans go support the brutha when it officially hit stores, according to the title he will thank you later!
When I used to be a sneakerhead I always counted Puma as one of my favorites and as a former athlete seeing Puma sponsoring professional athletes only made it better. Spokesperson, Usain Bolt himself just launched a new fragrance line entitled “Animagical” which are described as and urban scent in a wild bottle. I don’t quite understand the meaning but it has to do with animals and magic lol Although some are not agreeing with the common animal references to Africa. Taken from the prints from the motherland, the new line for Him and Her have different scents of citrus, cocoa, and other sensual african fruits. It comes in a lotion and body wash so you ladies you can have your man smelling like Usain’s goodness all day. To check out the different designs go to www.puma-fragrances.com and tell me if you would actually spray this?
Lady Gaga was interviewed last night on CNN’s Larry King Live and she opened up quite well to Larry about her personal issues, fans, and even Michael Jackson. I remember her talking about her resemblence to Madonna and I couldn’t agree with her more. What hit home for me was the question about Lupus? She was recently tested for it and her fans wrote in to ask her if she has it? This was here answer.
She also gave sneak peaks to her upcoming music video to “Alejandro” which covers issues on the gay community, their strength and everything they’ve been through. Look out soon for the premiere 🙂
It’s natural songstress Kimberly Nichole and new released song called “Rage in Harlem 2”. This Seattle Native that is taking on New York City venues by force, eluring her audiences and local fans with acoustic, and alternative vocals. Her debut ablum “The Yellow Brick Journey” in 2009 was a very up tempo and rock compilation but she’s on to even bigger and better things. check out her lastest single, and tell me what you think? Oh yeah, did I mention she’s natural? BOSS!
I’m a bit behind on the music in the Bay Area, but I was recently put on to J Myers and I’m pretty excited. This Hayward Native, has been in the game for awhile and his raspy and soulful voice shows that he is the next musical inspiration of our generation. He plays guitar, sings, and raps, what more can a true Hip Hop lover ask for? You can also find him at MondaySoul so come out and support. Check out his single “I Give You My Soul” and tell me what you think 🙂
Last night I attended New Parrish’s “Monday Soul”, a lounge where young bay area artists showcase their talent in front of respectful crowd. My four years of absence from the bay area have brought me hard to believe how much musical talent has progressed over the years. I was never into the “Hyphy Movement” so I’m glad R&B and true hip-hop artists are becoming the forefront of our Area. The performer that stood out to me the most and reminded me of a better looking “Kid Kudi” was the artist London.
London, formally known as Noel Franklin Jr. is an Oakland native that started to discover his musical talent as a child in the church. After going away to college in Atlanta, he became very successful in the music industry and landed a deal with Key Players Music Label. As he performed last night, I noticed how he rocked the crowd with a bay area swagger like no other. Swaying side to side on the stage and interacting with the audience, you could tell he owned the stage. London’s hit single “Action” amongst many other songs have a R&B, hip hop, and soultry sound that catches your ears and your heart. His new video for “Back to the Way” addresses relationships that we are all common with these days. To be honest, I’m just ready for him to REALLY take off! Check out the video, links, and his mixtapes and tell me what you think!
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