Beyoncé Season Is Here
Review for Cowboy Carter by Beyoncé
Battle Rap Review. Who Won each battle
Here’s my opinion and grades for each diss track and the performers throughout the battle.
Single Review - “23” by Rebecca Karpen
People have often tried to detail the heartache that comes with recovery. Those who have overcome struggles, whether internally or externally, will cautiously warn you that it’s a process that terms or any aspect of language could never drive home.
Project Review - “This Ain’t The Album” by Flyana Boss
For the hip-hop duo Flyana Boss, the goal of This Ain't The Album is in the title: a project to let everyone know they are anything but a fad and a flash in the pan.
Album Review - “4824” by WhoIsJovie
Rap veterans are an interesting breed, masters of their craft, synchronized with their trademark sound, the greatest poets of our lifetimes, but often relegated to exclusively speaking their truth or passing knowledge to a new generation who would do anything else but listen to the hard-earned wisdom of their seniors.
Single Review - “Young Simba” by Joey Tre’
Having watched Joey Tre’s rise to not superstardom but musical maturity, his latest single, “Young Simba,” strikes a feeling of pride, knowing where his musical journey began and how his sound has evolved to its premier quality.
Album Review - Cowboy Carter by Beyoncé
Perhaps it’s because her albums no longer feel like albums but more declarative statements on her outlook on the world, matched with angelic harmonies; but these days, the word intent is the best word to describe Beyonce’s latest (well, last four projects) album Cowboy Carter.
Concert Review - “Superfan Tour” by Akon
If you’re not giving your fans an hour and a half to two hours of straight hits, what are you touring for?
The Best Albums of 2023
20 of the best albums of 2023. Who tops the list? Check and see!
Album Review - Lights in the Loft by Chill Place
Author Libba Bray once said, "To live is to love, and to love is to live." Finding love, no matter the context or subject, is never easy, but the reward for love, lust, and the gray area in between always rewards us in the best ways.
Album Review “With Light” by Anwar Sadot
The story of Anwar Sadot’s career is an unusual tale. Despite being one of the most talented artists, he releases projects once every four years.
Song Review - “Alone on Christmas” by Madison McFerrin
Christmas is always a joyous occasion, a fun, reinvigorating time for family and friends to embrace the incredible year that’s passed, the times to come, and the loved ones who are present. While those times are fun, one of the more underrated aspects of the jolly season is the music accompanying the holiday season.
Album Review - Reclamation by Baddie Brooks
Prior to the release of this album, Detroit-based artist Baddie Brooks called Reclamation “Her most meaningful project,” saying her album “Centers around uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community.”
Concert Review - “The Final Lap” Tour by 50 Cent with Busta Rhymes and Jeremih
I remember the first time I witnessed 50 Cent live. It was on Eminem’s “Anger Management 3” tour and, to this day, ranks in the top five concerts I’ve ever attended.
Album Review - Scarlet by Doja Cat
You can summarize the lead-up to Scarlet by one word: Defiance. In today’s fan-obsessed stan-culture, Doja Cat, in preparation for this album, fought against the idea of the “being a fan = entitled to you” mentality that’s so long plagued the popular artists of the world.
Concert Review - The F.O.R.C.E. Tour
Ain’t no party like an old school party, cuz an old school party don’t stop! This was the entire mood of The F.O.R.C.E. concert at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
Concert Review -Summer Block Party
I love intimate concerts at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheater. It’s right off the Detroit River, and every show at this venue has always been a vibe.
Concert Review - Mathematics Tour featuring Ed Sheeran with Khalid and Rosa Linn
This show makes my list of top ten concerts I’ve ever seen.
Before I get into the why, let me start with some details of my journey. You know the phrase “Go big or go home,” right?
Album Review - “In My Bag” by WhoisJovie
The Detroit hip-hop scene has long lacked a key element to its already-impactful roster of verbal showboaters. Whether it’s the all-too-familiar cash talk or gun-play rap that the city has become accustomed to speaking on, there’s always been a critical element missing within the city’s soundscape.
Concert Reviews- Escape from Wiscanson Tour feat T-pain with Tobi lou.
This was a special show for me. Anyone who knows me, knows two things: I love concerts and I love taking pictures. On this particular night, it was me vs me, professional vs fan.
Album Review - The Age of Pleasure by Janelle Monáe
Janelle Monáe is the epitome of an aura. Whether classy, sexy, socially powerful, attention-demanding, sassy, or gender-ambiguous, her presence is powerful, and her music is always the stamp of approval, letting the populace know of the atmospheric phenomena Monáe defines.
Give a listen.
Local artist deserve to be heard, give them a chance with my spotify mix. You never know what you’ll find.