Category: Entertainment

Theophilus London x Flying Overseas

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And finally this visual for “Flying Overseas”.  I absolutely love this video not only do I think this is a great song and he’s a dope up and coming artist, but his leading lady is dark skinned and GORGEOUS….not to mention I want her outfits for spring.   (I thought I’d give dark skinned natural women praise for a moment)  “Flying Overseas” features Devonte Hynes and Solange Knowles on the hook and is his second single off Green Label Sound.  The setting is familiar because it was shot on the beach of Malibu.  Thomas and his director give their explanation of the creation of the video saying,

“I wanted the video to be less concept-y and very minimal,” said London. “A very personal and emotional visual piece.” The outcome is full of psychedelic elements. “The technique for creating the datamosh effects was different from anything our crew had done before,” said director Tim Nackashi. “We filmed Theophilus’ face and fed that into the computer as data. It was a great experiment. Theophilus is a true artist.”

You can find more info on Theophilus London and the featured download like here

Valentine’s Day Music Monday: The Afro Chic’s Picks

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I would like to wish you all a Happy Valentine’s day, and may you continue to spread love 365 days of the year. Take a long some of the music that has been inspired by DJ’s, artists, and other creative influences and use it to spread your love to your special Valentine.  Whether you are single, in love, or in like, Valentine’s Day is for you. These are a few of my picks for your #musicmonday this week, enjoy lovebirds!

Love University Volume 2 (Mission Impossible)

A fellow HU Alum, DJ Marvalous goes in on the mixtapes so the anticipation was well worth it. The songs on this love tape can be listened to year around, download here

Modern Music Group: Abir x Overdue (unfinished snippet)

DC based group has launched their music mondays with Artist, Abir Haronni, as she serenades you with their Valentine’s Day edition of the unfinished track, Overdue.



The Love E.P by Corinne Bailey Rae

I absolutely love Corrine Bailey Rae, she is one of my favorites so I will definitely be keeping her EP in rotation. Awesome!

Download on iTunes Here

Seph Ade x So Beautiful

Check out Seph Ade’s most recent EP Love Acoustically, and look out for his new work coming at the end of this month!

And Valentine’s Day Weekend Begins. . .

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Although is supposed to be a special day to share your love for one another it also makes all the single people in the world aware that they are actually SINGLE lol. In honor of that I decided to plan a girls day and go for brunch with my this weekend with my single friends.  I am not down for the sulking and depression that these commercialized holidays cause my fellow peers so I’m going to get out there and enjoy myself and share the love with my friends and family.  With that said, check out this new mixtape that just dropped “Single Awareness Day 3”, I came across on www.dctobc.com

This compilation is not full of your depressed love songs and will not leave you with a terrible reminder as to why you are single.  I’m all for Valentine’s day, but we all have to remember that you should share your appreciation for you friends, family, co-workers, teachers, mentors, or just anyone that has effected you in a positive way.  I may not get a Valentine this year, and I may not find the love of my life but I will continue to spread my love for all.

So for ladies and gents, get out there and spread LOVE 🙂

Download Here: Singles Awareness Day 3 [S.A.D #3: The Mix Compilation]

Erykah Badu x Gone Baby, Don’t Be Long (Video)

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Check out the visual for “Gone Baby, Don’t Be Long” as Erykah Badu glides through her song in a very hypnotizing, and enigmatic way.  I had to watch it a dozen times to look for clues and hints to what’s going on. It’s too simple for my mind. What do you think?

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I’ve already shared with the world Wale’s new video “The Break Up Song” but just in case you missed the buzz these past couple of days, check out the visual. Wale just signed with Maybach Music this past weekend, so you must look out for future collaborations. If you ask me, I think this move is the best thing going for him.  fyi,  I love his locs even more in the video, It’s a DC thing.

Raphael Saadiq x Good Man (Video)

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Check out the visual for “Good Man” with YaYa DaCosta as the leading lady.  Although she’s not the miss goodie-two-shoes in this one, she does bring out her acting skills to play the lying deceitful girlfriend. Tell me what y’all think?

Seph Ade x Love Acoustically (EP)

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With Valentine’s day being around the corner, some may be avoiding the love in the air but I seem to embrace it.  I came across an artist out of Maryland, Seph Ade who may change your mind about this often hated holiday. After listening to his EP “Love Acoustically” I found my love for music tickled by this beautiful talent. The EP was release late December of 2010 and has been quite the buzz around the Maryland area.  Seph Ade uses his acoustically abilities and his soft voice to serenade your emotions and leave you with a feeling of desire whether you are in love or looking for it.  I thought I’d share his talent with you, in hopes to make your week worth while.

released 28 December 2010
Guitars: Seph Ade
Bass Guitars: Alvin Fisher II
Drums: William Asiedu
Recorded and Mixed by: Kevin Alexander of Freeline Music Group at WMUC Studios, College Park, MD

The Floacist x Let Me (Music Video)

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Check out the other half of the broken up duo Floetry, with “Let Me” as The Floacist brings a visual to her anticipated single debut. Um, I’m not feeling it and I’m high confused with the man thong but that’s just me. What do you think??  “Let Me”  can be found on the new album “Floetic Soul” on Shanachie Entertainment.

Ledisi Sells Out Yoshi’s Oakland for the Weekend

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Check out my review from last night’s sold out show here . Ledisi is performing all weekend at Yoshi’s jazz restaurant so if you didn’t get a chance to get tickets or your curious as to what she’s up to check it out!

Lauryn Hill Gives Inspirational Speech at 25

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Although this speech was given before I even began to fully understand myself, I believe that Lauryn Hill is so relevant and will always be to my generation and society yesterday, today, and tomorrow.  She gave me so much insight when I watched her this morning, it made me wonder why can’t more influential artists today be like her and it inspired me to be better and do better for myself.  I know that I shouldn’t make comparisons but it’s all about being humble and using your talents to make an actual difference.  It’s obvious Lauryn Hill wasn’t going for the fame and recognition, that all seemed flow through her character and well being and I see that and look up to her as not only a artist but of her wisdom.  She’s a legend in my book. BUT!  I’ll stop here cause I will go on and make this post into my own revelation. Just take a look at her speech and let me know what you think about the topics she discussed.

“I pray for the people that don’t understand me”