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17
Feb
10

Erykah Badu – Jump Up In the Air ft. Lil Wayne & Bilal

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One of my favorite artist, Erykah Badu, is set to release New Amerykah Part Two: Return of The Ankh on 03.30.2010 A.D. Honestly, whenever I’m tired of the mundane popular music of today, I listen to Erykah Badu (especially Baduizm).

She has given us her new song (which has 9 other versions with 9 other emcees) and self directed video. Enter the erykahlidoscope and check out Jump Up In the Air…

Jump Up In the Air

Jump Up In the Air

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11
Feb
10

They Reminisce Over ‘Ye

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All my friends know (and those who follow me on twitter) that I miss Kanye… five months without him in music game and I truly feel like something is missing. So over at itsthereal.com they created a video dedication to the man we love and miss… the best of all time (of recent times lol)… Mr. West, that is… check it out…  
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They+Reminisce+Over+Ye_xvid

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02
Jul
09

Best I Ever Had Video

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Okay so Drake has a hit single on his hands with Best I Ever Had… how do you keep the momentum with that song? You release a video, right? Right, but it should be a good video… I understand that its not the ’90’s and artists aren’t spending tons of money and energy on the production of a decent video but at least make it entertaining. I just knew that the artistic genius that is Kanye West would direct a great video BUT NO he did not. I’m honestly hoping that the concept was too deep for me and went over my head.. if that isn’t the case then you have a great track, girls, a gym, and a few funny spots about 5 minutes in. But I love Drake and he’s still the best I ever heard (recently).

Drake - Best I Ever Had [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Drake - Best I Ever Had [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

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01
Jul
09

Mr. Hudson ft Kanye West – Supernova

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I will admit that when Kanye started singing and using auto-tune I wasn’t particularly upset about it. I truly didn’t find anyting wrong with it because I felt that it was an artistic move for ‘Ye and simply what he felt like doing at the time oppsed to a financial move to sell records. With that said I love Mr. Hudson’s Supernova featuring a Kanye West who some may say is singing too much. Okay so it may not be hip-hop, shoot me; Kanye may not a be good singer, shoot me again; but there is no denying that he is a hell of an artist and Supernova is a good song. And the video is Pop-Art at its finest… Haa! lol
Mr. Hudson - Supernova New Music Video (feat. Kanye West)

Mr. Hudson - Supernova New Music Video (feat. Kanye West)

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30
Jun
09

R.I.P. Auto-tune

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There is no need for an over the top video analysis. The title of the track speaks for itself… D.O.A. or Death of Auto-tune has had a long time coming and I must say that it is right on time. It would take Jay-Z to call out the industry on their bullshit fad chasing, which has ultimately led to a complete lack of creativity in the music and fashion… in the whole lifestyle for that matter. Here is the video on which Jay-Z blows up that wack ass gold champagne, ridiculously tacky jewelery, boarder line tacky clothing, and the auto-tune device amongst other “thriving” fads.

Jay-Z - D.O.A [ Death Of Autotune ] (Official Video)

Jay-Z - D.O.A [ Death Of Autotune ] (Official Video)

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18
May
09

Jeremih – Birthday Sex Live

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Anyone who has been in a car with me recently can tell you that when “Birthday Sex” comes on I sing along as if I wrote the song myself. I will say that I like the song but I never thought it to be anything spectacular and from what seemed to be obvious use of the vocorder I didn’t get anything special out of Jeremih’s voice. Anyone who listens to music can tell you that raw talent is dwindling in the industry especially in the world of R&B. Jeremih cannot be easily thrown into that “much more marketable than talented” group. In RAWsessions Jeremih not only showcases his skills on the keys but he sings “Birthday Sex” live and its sounds just as good (I think much better) than the studio version.

Jeremih - Birthday Sex (RAWsession Original)

Jeremih - Birthday Sex (RAWsession Original)

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04
May
09

The Dream – Hater Video

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If you don’t know, I am a huge fan of The Dream. I think his work is amazing; I truly admire his ear and ability to appeal to your senses with his music. Whether you like him or not once you’ve listened to one of his songs chances are that you will be repeating it from then on. The Dream is one of the biggest influences in the industry right now; whether he produced or wrote the latest hit (Blame It) or if he is singing his own chart topper. Below is a video for “Hater” that I thought was interesting (something similar was done before with Lupe Fiasco’s “And He Gets the Girl”)… Check it out.

The-Dream Hater

The-Dream Hater

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04
May
09

Trey Songz Needs A Girl…

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The second single from Trey Songz highly anticipated third album Ready is one of my favorite songs right now. On “I Need A Girl” Trey expresses his desire to find a girl who can fill the void in his life; a homie who’s the realest. The album is set for an August 4th release and the video is sure to rock all summer. Beautiful beach, pretty girls, and an oh so handsome Trey Songz… *sigh* Jus watch it below…

I Need A Girl

I Need A Girl

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29
Apr
09

The Biz (4.29.09)

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Categories: Music Video and The Biz

the-biz1The recession is kicking ass and not taking names. If you don’t know it is very likely that your favorite radio station is owned by Clear Channel Radio and they have cut 590 positions or 3% of their workforce. This is the second layoff this year for Clear Channel Radio and withthe expansion of so many syndicated shows things are not looking good for local on-air personalities. In other news, Maxwell is back and set to release his new album in July. There is a new video, tour in the works, and the Essence Music Fest…. Check out The Biz Page for more information.

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24
Apr
09

It’s Amazing

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Amazing is a true understatement for what Mr. West and Hype Williams have given us with this new video. Kanye’s performance is simple yet the shots and scenery is out of this world. It’s common knowledge that Hawaii is a beautiful island… but DAMN!!Hype being the cinematic genius that he often is, in combination with artistic mastermind that is Kanye, one could not have created a better video in my opinion. The track is so powerful that it would have been too much (and a disservice to the song) to have a video that is all over the place with action and performance shots; thus the “simplicity is beauty” theme really killed it. The first verse Kanye is if front of the fire pit, second verse in the forest, third on the boat; there is no over the top movements or anything of the sort. The chorus is various aerial shots of the island… and Jeezy!!! He’s amazing, yeah he’s all that, if he ain’t on his grind… then what you call that? The video is great folks.

Kanye West ft. Young Jeezy - Amazing

Kanye West ft. Young Jeezy - Amazing

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