To all my Robin Thicke fans……the doctor is in and he’s giving some interesting sessions.
I got a chance to check out some of the Robin Thicke’s “Sex Therapy” – well, not literally but that would definitely be an appointment I wouldn’t reschedule. 
Anyway, coming back from his album “Something Else”, Robin is bringing that familiar falsetto and some experimental therapy for his fans this go round. In listening to the album I got a chance to check out a few cuts: Read more »
Between the teary moments of losing Michael and Jermaine’s diva affair with himself - especially having his wife put on his shoes, “The Jack5ons – A Family Dynasty” was pretty good. I’ve been on the edge of my seat waiting for this show. Was it to see if Joe Jackson will grace us with those pearly white dentures and give a shout out to his record company? Was it to see if Jermaine will ever comeback with the “permed out” fro instead of the “patent leather Soul-Glo” he’s rocking now? Not really. Honestly, I really wanted to see how the brothers would execute this musical chapter in their lives without the centerpiece of the group, Michael Jackson. While we all understand that the Jacksons will always be a family unit, the question still remains whether the brothers can stand on their own as an acclaimed musical group without the star power of Micheal? Now please understand, I’m not trying to say anything negative regarding the brothers but I think it’s an interesting question to ask. Not just because it’s the Jacksons but because it’s extremely difficult for most groups to have the fame they once had when the centerpiece of the unit is no longer with the group. Let’s look at the following groups: Read more »
Ok Imeem fans, it’s been 3 days since the Imeem breakup and after drinking my bottle of Brandy and playing Al Green’s “For the Good Times”, I’ve finally come to the realization that my Imeem playlist isn’t coming back. The days and months invested in that good music – here one day, gone one night. My partner, Mista C at GFM wrote a great blog on this and sent an email I’d like to share. According to Digital Music News, here is how it all went down:
MySpace plucked Imeem at the best possible moment, at least in terms of its purchase price. The acquisition was like the reverse of a bidding war, and sources eventually pointed to a sub-$1 million tag (not including payments for transitioning executives and employees).
But in terms of neat-and-clean transfers, the companies are now fighting the elements of chaos. The lights are out at Imeem, and that has forced MySpace Music to abruptly setup redirects, hastily draft consulting arrangements with top executives, and manage inevitable customer relations gripes.
All I can say is we’ll get through this. I know it’s hard but we’ll be holding Imeem withdrawal seminars for those going through this difficult crisis. Some of the classes will include:
Dealing with the Grief of Imeem
Dealing With the Memories of the Playlist/Artist Profile You Once Had
Dealing with Sudden Loss – Guest panelists (former Lehman Brothers investors)
In the meantime, I would like to pour my brown liquor out for Imeem and dedicate this song to you:
Ok people, I got a musical pop quiz for you.
Who is the best-selling artist of the decade?
Lil Wayne, T.I, R. Kelly, Kanye West, 50 Cent, Luda, Beyonce, Eddie Murphy with the “Party All the Time” remix????
If you answered any of the following, you would be wrong.
The correct answer would be Read more »
Ok, Chris Brown fans! It’s December 8th……..the release of Brown’s third album, “Graffiti”!
I have to say first off that I really wasn’t too thrilled with the first single release,”Transform Ya”. It reminded me of Beyoncé’s “Upgrade You” in lyrical spirit. However, I can understand the executive decision behind it due to Lil Wayne’s feature on the cut. At the same time, I have to be honest. It was hard to see Chris in that “heart-throb” image when so much had transpired with the domestic abuse charges. I was hoping to hear some “confession like” cuts to help the bleeding in his public image. But just when I thought that wouldn’t be, here comes the song, “Crawl”. It’s a great crossover confessional that isn’t just a good song, it’s a smart move. With the following words: Read more »
It’s your girl WestStyle Chronicles signing in
Now I couldn’t miss this opportunity to comment on the premiere of Trey Songz’s “I Invented Sex” video. Was it because the video was so different and innovative? Well, no…not really. I mean think about it! You have a R. Kelly inspired song called “I Invented Sex”. What do you think the video’s gonna be about?!? The Care Bears reunion!?! I’m afraid not. What you can expect from this video is pretty much what it says……SEX! If you’ve seen “9 1/2 Weeks” or any other explicit sex scene in a movie, you’ve basically seen this video already.With no argument, this imagery is targeted towards Trey’s female demographic to solidify – if he hadn’t already – himself as the ultimate sex symbol. Read more »
Hola ya’ll, it’s ya girl,WestStyle Chronicles.
Let me say this, only the “greatest” could make me come out of hiatus.
I’ve been trying to figure how to start this post because as a music person, I am totally devastated by the passing of Michael Jackson. I’m still trying to wrap my mind around the concept of 2009 following that lifeline dash. Words just completely escape me. Unfortunately I never had the pleasure of meeting this musical genius, yet it feels like I’ve lost someone close to me. Loving music all my life, Michael has unconsciencously been part of the fabric in my love affair with music. I can remember playing my mama’s old 45 on my Smurf record player and singing ”ABC” and ‘Mama’s Pearl”. I can’t forget looking at the Jackson 5 cartoon on Saturday mornings either. I can also remember mama letting me stay up past 9pm so I could see Michael perform on the Grammy’s or the AMA. Hell, I would run home as quickly as I could to see the premier of “Thriller” then wait another 30 minutes to an hour to see it again on MTV. The memories of him are endless.
This man amazed me. His feel for a song was incredible. His producing and songwriting, dynamic. And in performance, he commanded the stage as “divinity in motion”. This is truly a sad time in music because we’ve lost the “greatest of all time”. There will never be another in our lifetime.
So in salute to the “King of Pop”, let me share a couple of my favorite performances and a “MJ Tribute” from DJs Skee and Khalil, featuring The Game, Chris Brown, Diddy, Polow Da Don, Mario Winans, Usher and Boyz II Men – “Better On the Other Side” . Rest In Peace, Michael. We love you!
What up, ya’ll!!!
If you know anything about me, you know I like to start stuff. But I ain’t about starting no crazy racial stuff. However, I really like to shed light on the ignorance of others and make fun of the stupid be you black or white. I’m an equal opportunity girl………………Enjoy!
Have you ever been sitting in front of your television only to see something so retarded that you said to yourself, “WTF is this “ish”!?!?! Well I said that to myself a few days ago. Here I am watching television and low and behold there it was. Republican National Token…….oops, I sorry………. Republican National Committee Chairman Michael S. Steele plans to bring a “hip hop makeover” to the Republican Party. I couldn’t believe this ish so I had to go to the source. Yep, there it was in black and white from the Washington Times. In the words of Mr. Steele:
“We need messengers to really capture that region – young, Hispanic, black, a cross section … We want to convey that the modern-day GOP looks like the conservative party that stands on principles. But we want to apply them to urban-surburban hip-hop settings.”
Now the plan of Mr. Steele is to take Obama’s grassroot campaign, known in the hood as “street teaming” and place a GOP twist. How the Republicans with their rather clueless understanding of the Latino and African American culture plan to appeal to such an audience is beyond me. But here are some things they may want to consider in aiming for their audience of hip hip:
Hola everybody and Happy Obama Day to you!!!!
As I looked upon the inauguration festivities with a chicken wing in one hand and ”cham-pimpin” in the other, I have to say it was a good day in America. Now some of you may wonder why. Well, let me give you 3 reasons:
1. It’s a good day to see a black man being sworn in as the President instead of Pookie & ‘em swearing in on “Court TV” for some dumb crime at the liquior store.
2. It’s a good day when a black man’s face is plastered on Fox News, MSNBC& CNN andit doesn’t have “95794027303″ underneath the mug shot.
3. It’s a good day when a black man is escorted to the White House instead of “Cell CB4″ to meet is new girlfriend named “T Money”.
However with all the festivities, there were some trip ups. One being the actual swear in. Can you believe they did the swear in again? However, I truly understand. When people can make court cases out of coffee being hot at McDonald’s, you better cross your “t”s and dot your “i”s. But what got me was a commentator’s remark on CNN. Their argument was “didn’t Barack just speak about how he wanted to have transparency cornerstone of his administration?” referring to the “secretive 2nd swear in”. I’m looking at dis dumb mutha f&***%@ like “WTF!!!!” There is a difference between transparency and “I don’t give a damn!” Let me explain:
Are you raising my taxes?……………………………Transparency
Did Barack pass gas at the inauguration?? ……….”I don’t give a damn!”
Are we thinking about engaging in a 3rd war?…..Transparency
Did Barack wear underwear on his first day?……”I don’t give a damn!”
Changes to the stimulus plan?………………………..Transparency
Barack getting sworn in the second time when the 20th Amendment makes the first time law?……………………………”I don’t give a rat’s a$$, CNN!!!!! Get some real news!!!!!”
Shakira, Stevie Wonder & Usher
I have to say that I’m loving all the celebration. However with all the festivities, let me express my concerns.
Yes people, after seeing the free inauguration concert, I have concerns:
1. Under no circumstances should Shakira ever……..ever, ever desecrate a classic Stevie Wonder song. I’m looking at my plasma like “what the hell is this b%&^% doing to my song!!!!!” Stop dat, damnit!!!! Step away from the mic and sit your a** down!!!!! I had never been so mortified to hear someone butcher a Stevie Wonder song since Ashanti did a tribute to him one year. I’m still trying to recover from that!
2. Don’t allow Denzel Washington to any more presidential functions. We remember what happened to Whitney on the Preacher’s Wife. Now this man is incredibly fine so certain precautions have to be made. ”1st Lady handshakes and hugs” should only be 1.04 seconds. If you hit 1.05, you’re hitting dangerous territory. Now Michelle, you started to hit for that 1.05 territory with that presidential hug towards the end of the concert. I know it’s Denzel but you got “Barack”. “King Kong ain’t got nothing on him!” Your main concern should be those children and “Air Force One”. Hilary made grave mistakes in overlooking “air force one” and now we got Monica Lewinsky in our history books. So people, pray for the 1st family and “Air Force One” in the White House.
3. I saw a lot of talented artists at this function. Usher, Beyonce, Sheryl Crow, etc. But I kept thinking to myself…………… Why didn’t they have the “Magic City Strippers”? Personally, I’m strictly d*$#% but I believe in putting people to work. They could have danced to ”Shout” with Garth Brooks. We wouldn’t need to have a $800 billion stimulus plan. Just put them on the stage, get Dollar Bill to gather the Senate and throw them dollars in the air. It’s called keeping jobs in America and not shipping them oversees. Why get money from China when you can raise it at home. This is what you call “serving the country” and everybody needs to play their part.
I need to email Barack on his Blackberry about this idea.
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