Robert Glasper Trio – “Sign O The Times” (Redux)
June 21, 2016
Very nice piece by Robert Glasper Trio, and proof positive that warm sentiment and artistic appreciation do not have to be bound by the trappings of ‘the business.’ Apparently, they were blocked from putting their keyed up version of “Sign O The Times” out when Prince was alive. But still, when respect (and admiration) is earned, respect is due. Pay up. Kudos to Glasper’s group – for the music and the framework and lesson in life #RIPPrince
This is a[n] arrangement I recorded in 2015 as part of my “Covered” album. Unfortunately, we were not allowed to put in on the album. Prince didn’t really like people recording his music lol. But I feel now is a good time to let everyone hear it! This is my favorite Prince joint “Sign O The Times.” The message is still relevant. Prince you are missed. Thank you for unapologetically being you.
Hezekiah – “Dreams Don’t Chase Themselves” (Album Release Video)
June 21, 2016
Footage captured at the “Dreams Don’t Chase Themselves” album release party at Johnny Brendas (Philadelphia, PA, USA) last year. It’s a short clip, but the energy conveyed feels like it was a good time with great music. Got the album link below.
This album was so relaxing, and I was in a very, very good space to be expressive.
– Hezekiah
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Magic Johnson Explains Why You Should Never Talk Trash To Michael Jordan (Video)
June 21, 2016
Magic Johnson tells Jimmy Kimmel about the one time he chose to trash talk, playing against Michael Jordan, and how the great ‘other’ MJ made him and those on his team PAY!
Posted in Celebrity, Comedy, Interview, Series, Television, Videos | Tags: Basketball, Dream Team, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Olympics, The Dream Team, trash talk | No Comments »
R&B: Maxwell – “Lake By The Ocean” (Prod. By Musze x Hod David) [Video]
June 21, 2016
Some dudes are held above the hate; especially the ones whose music helps you get closer to your mate. That’s Maxwell. Bonus: A Maxwell video means there is going to be a smoking hot Honey featured front and center. Enjoy!
Posted in Alternative, Music, R&B, Soul, Videos | Tags: HOD DAVID, Lake By the Ocean, Maxwell, MUSZE | No Comments »
Nipsey Hussle – “Status Symbol 2” feat. Buddy
June 21, 2016
Cali going HARD Mike & Keys, DJ Khalil, Mars and Tariq Beats… and additional work from 1500 or Nothin’. Nipsey Hussle and Buddy doing WORK on this “Status Symbol 2” joint. And love the artwork for this one. Sex, drugs and violence. Sign me up!
Posted in Hip-Hop, Music | Tags: 1500 Or Nothin, Buddy, DJ Khalil, Mars, Mike & Keys, Mike And Keys, Nipsey Hussle, STATUS SYMBOL 2 | 1 Comment »
Rhythm Roulette With Da Beatminerz (Video)
June 20, 2016
Da Beatminerz (Mr. Walt and Evil Dee) looked like they had fun the whole way through. Even when they felt they were Shanghai’d by their own record picks. Haha! But watch how the dynamic beatmaking duo saves the day in this ep of Rhythm Roulette.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Producers, Series, Videos | Tags: Da Beatminerz, Evil Dee, Mr. Walt, Rhythm Roulette | No Comments »
Deray McKesson Speaks On Bernie Sanders, ‘Black Lives Matter’ And More (Video)
June 20, 2016
Outspoken activist Deray McKesson stopped by The Breakfast Club to chat with the crew on a variety of relevant current topics… issues that Bernie Sanders’ campaign has brought to light, how the Black Lives Matter movement matters, how more celebs should use their platform like Beyonce did in her Super Bowl performance. Lots of good content. Great interview.
Posted in Activism, Interview, Radio, Series, Videos | Tags: Black Lives Matter, Breakfast Club, Civil Rights, Deray McKesson, Power 105, Power 105.1 | No Comments »
Inside Big Boi’s Dog Breeding Business (Video)
June 20, 2016
Kudos to Big Boi, his brother and the biz they are in. And Pitfall Kennels seems more like a mission and life calling than a business though. Watch for the full scoop. Good guys, good pups, peace. Truly the good life.
In this episode of Business As Usual, we travel to Atlanta to visit the rapper, his brother, and the puppies of Pitfall Kennels.
Posted in Business, Celebrity, Hip-Hop, Lifestyle, Videos | Tags: Big Boi, Business As Usual, Dog Breeding, Live Nation TV, Pitfall Kennels, Rescue | No Comments »
State of Surveillance (Documentary)
June 20, 2016
Damn. Privacy is an illusion. That’s not the future; that’s NOW. If anyone would know, it’s former NSA’er, current whistleblower in exile, Edward Snowden. And if anyone can get at the core of the story, it’s VICE.
When NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden leaked details of massive government surveillance programs in 2013, he ignited a raging debate over digital privacy and security. That debate came to a head this year, when Apple refused an FBI court order to access the iPhone of alleged San Bernardino Terrorist Syed Farook. Meanwhile, journalists and activists are under increasing attack from foreign agents. To find out the government’s real capabilities, and whether any of us can truly protect our sensitive information, VICE founder Shane Smith heads to Moscow to meet the man who started the conversation, Edward Snowden.
Posted in Human Interest, Interview, Progressive, Series, Television, Videos | Tags: Edward Snowden, HBO, Shane Smith, State of Surveillance, VICE, VICE News, VICE on HBO | 1 Comment »
Nina Simone Speaks On Her Fashion Making A Statement, Black Pride And More (Video)
June 20, 2016
Great interview audio compiled by PBS Digital. Nina Simone wowing listeners right from the start: Did she say she hit the stage in an outfit that made her appear NUDE? WHOA! Talking about her baby girl and the world she will grow up in, music inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. So much in such a short clip.
Posted in Animation, Celebrity, Interview, Series, Videos, Vintage | Tags: Blank on Blank, Nina Simone, PBS, PBS Digital Studios, Shock | No Comments »
Sadat X – “Freeze” (Prod. By Pete Rock) [Video]
June 20, 2016
Check out “Freeze” why don’t you? Dropping that full-length “Agua” on July 15, 2016, Sadat X is. Refreshing to Hip-Hop it will be. Written like Yoda talking, why? Dunno. But it’s the truth like Sadat X rocking over Pete Rock production.
Eye Candy: Devin Brugman And Natasha Oakley (Video)
June 20, 2016
Wowzerrrs! Anybody else seeing this?? Two buxom beauties with matching blue bikinis, matching tans… just out on the beach tantalizing the fellas (and some females, oh yeah, believe it). Watch with wonder as blogger Devin and her bestie Natasha wow and beguile with their feminine wiles.
Oh, she’s got a waterproof phone cam (best…tech…EVER… whaaaaa?)! And for the record, yeah, I was wishing for a wardrobe malfunction. Sue me!
Rhythm Roulette With Havoc (Video)
June 18, 2016
Yeah, he ain’t “The Silent Partner” now. Watch Havoc bang out a bangin’ azz beat to meet the Rhythm Roulette challenge most def! Blindfold, please. Let’s get to it, Havoc.
Posted in Hip-Hop, Producers, Series, Videos | Tags: HAVOC, MOBB DEEP, Rhythm Roulette | No Comments »
Havoc Speaks On Making “The Silent Partner” With Alchemist (Video)
June 18, 2016
Straightforward commentary and revelations about the conception and execution of the Havoc–Alchemist collabo effort “Silent Partner.” Usually the least vocal in most Hip-Hop partnership situations, here in this vid Hav has his say.
Posted in Album, Hip-Hop, Producers, Videos | Tags: Alchemist, HAVOC, MOBB DEEP, Silent Partner, The Silent Partner | 1 Comment »
Kevin Durant: The Offseason (Documentary)
June 18, 2016
It is what it is, but it is more than what we see. True of many things, but with folks in the NBA especially. With none more so than Kevin Durant, who gets real personal, beyond the tunnel, behind the curtain with this documentary. This is drawn from 2014 in the offseason; hence the title.
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Masta Ace – “The Falling Season” (Album)
June 18, 2016
Masta Ace ain’t never playing with y’all but “This Falling Season” ain’t playing with y’all. But guest features ‘playing’ on the new album are some beasts: Your Old Droog, AG, Wordsworth, Pav Bundy, Torae and more! Album totally produced by Kic Beats. Dope work. Check it. Available for stream and purchase via Bandcamp (all that below).
– @ojones1
WOW! Nia Long Actually Owned A Cherry Thong (Video)
June 18, 2016
Have mercy on me! About to pass out. The ridiculously sexy Nia Long being interviewed by Sway. The epitome of Eye Candy. You MUST watch. That last 3 minutes though!!!! And I didn’t even know Heather B was (1) married to (2) Horse from Bravehearts (Nas’ crew, did that “Oochie Wally” song) #Wow
– @ojones1
Posted in Celebrity, Interview, Radio, Series, Videos | Tags: Braveheart, Bravehearts, Horse, Nia Long, Nia Long With The Cherry Thong, Sway, Sway Calloway, Sway In The Morning | No Comments »
Craig G – “I Rap And Go Home” (Video)
June 18, 2016
Ha! That ‘meat and potatoes’ Hip-Hop from Craig G don’t stop. Yeah, Bad Magics with the scoop and the terminology #MeatAndPotatoes
Check out this short visual for the title track of the “I Rap And Go Home” project.
CRAIG G – I RAP AND GO HOME (ALBUM)
– @ojones1
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The DNA Journey: Where Are You Really ‘From’ (Video)
June 17, 2016
The one comment by the lady near the end – how DNA testing could force folks to understand that there is no pure race – is so compelling. No ‘pure’ race, no ‘superior’ race… no more motivation for the conflicts based on such dumbness worldwide. A peaceful world, far more related than we would have known otherwise; like we are all ‘cousins.’ Incredible viewing!
To celebrate diversity in the world Momondo presents The DNA Journey: a journey into who we are and how we are all connected as a global family. We asked 67 people from all over the world to take a DNA test, and it turns out they have much more in common with other nationalities than they would ever have thought.
Posted in Education, Human Interest, Science, Travel, Videos | Tags: DNA Testing, Let’s Open Our World, LetsOpenOurWorld, momondo, no pure race, Open World, The DNA Journey, we are all cousins | No Comments »
Justin Bieber – “One Dance” (Remix)
June 17, 2016
Whew! This was tough to get posted. The ‘powers’ are snatching this Bieb remix to Drizzy’s “One Dance” down all over the Interwebs on the AGGRESSIVE! Click below to listen ASAP!
MUSIC LINK: JUSTIN BIEBER – ONE DANCE (REMIX)
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