Common Blue Sky

Jhene Aiko - My Mine Video

N**gas in Paris Remix

This is hammmm....haven't been riding with T.I. for a few years now but these tracks he's hopped on the last few weeks since his release have been ridiculous. His flow is so much better it reminds me of TIP circa 2002. I really hope he is back.



 

Out My Mind Just In Time - Erykah Badu

Hello World, This is part one two of a two part video by Erykah Badu, this was easily my favorite song off of the New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh). Video is simple and emotional. I personally like it, but she can do no harm in my eyes so check it out.

J. Cole feat. Trey Songz Cant Get Enough

Sigh...I wish J. Cole would rap how he used to but I digress. Anyway this is his new video and I kind of like it. I love the beat just over this songs about girls. Enjoy!

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Jhene Aiko Stranger Video

Boy do I feel late, i'm on youtube and stumble upon this gem. I had no clue this lady had a video for this song. By the way Sailing Souls is like one of my top 5 mixtapes of this year hands down! Listen to it!

Raekwon, 9th Wonder, Big Remo - No Pretending

Erykah Badu Interview

I am not big on interviews, but Erykah is my girl and I felt the need to post this interview she did discussing her thought process on some of her songs and sound. Give it a watch.

Common and Nas- Ghetto Dreams Remix

Upcoming Shows In Atlanta

Incubus- September 17, 2011 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park

Raekwon, Ghostface, Mobb Deep- September 15, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Eric Roberson - September 27, 2011 at Center Stage

Lupe Fiasco September 20, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Angie Stone and Raheem Devaughn - September 23, 2011 at the Atlantic Civic Center

Blackstar- September 28, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Kendrick Lamar and Dom Kennedy- Septmeber 29, 2011 at Masquerade

J. Cole- October 2, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Little Dragon- October 21, 2011 at Masquerade

Feist- November 6, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Foreign Exchange - November 9, 2011 at Masquerade

Method Man- Feat. Curren$y, Big K.R.I.T.- November 13, 2011 at Masquerade

Mac Miller, Casey Veggies, and Pac Div - November 26, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Wale - December 8, 2011 at the Tabernacle

Kendrick Lamar ADHD video

Kendrick Lamar ADHD video...btw you need to get Section 80 best album of the summer hands down!

2 Chainz Bun B and Big Krit....Pimps

This is probably my favorite song out now, especially cause they use 8 ball and MJG song Pimp Ride as a sample. Here is the video!!! ...not to mention this beat is ridiculous...Enjoy!

Work Out - J Cole

J. Cole Work Out 

Big K.R.I.T. The Vent

The Vent-Big K.R.I.T.

Long Time No Blog

Haven't blogged in a while busy with life's randomness. Anyway i'm finally getting into this girl Bridget Kelly and I decided to post this song written by Frank Ocean, Thinking About You. Not much to say but her voice is beautiful. Below is the Acoustic Version and regular one. She seems worth listening to...and I promise to blog more. TTYL.

Adele In Concert October 16, 2011

Adele got sick (thank God #sorrynotsorry) and cancelled her June Show in Atlanta and other places around the U.S. She has rescheduled at the Fox Theater for Sunday October 16, 2011.  Tickets go on sale to the general public July 22 at 10:00 a.m. If you purchased tickets before they will issue refunds Click Here for details. This time around I have a chance at actually getting tickets since the venue is much larger and I WILL be going.  Will you?

Jill Scott In Concert

If you haven't heard that Jill Scott will be here for her Summer Block Party concert, then you might be living under a rock, lol or you could just not listen to the radio. Anyway she will be here Friday August 19, 2011 at Chastain Park at 7:00 p.m. Okay this is one show i'll will try and make my way to.  Last year I saw Badu at Chastain and it was one of the most amazing concerts ever.  I KNOW Jill's will be the same. Click Here to purchase pre-order tickets starting Friday June 18 to order early use the password voice. They go on sale to the public June 20. Will you be going? I will

Incubus In Concert

I highkey wouldn't mind going to this concert it's Saturday September 17, 2011 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater at 8:00 p.m. Click Here to purchase tickets.

Colbie Calliat In Concert

Colbie Calliat

September 16 at 8:00 p.m. Collbie Calliat will be at Atlanta Botanical Garden tickets are only $39.50. Will you be going I WILL, love this girl.

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Frank Ocean We All Try Video

This is my favorite song from the album. Felt the need to post this!



Frank Ocean - We All Try (music video) from High5Collective on Vimeo.

The Weeknd The Morning Music Video

I found this video kind of dope, I love songs and videos with an actual story line.

The Weeknd - The Morning (music video) from High5Collective on Vimeo.

Jhene Aiko Sailing Souls Mixtape

I've stumbled upon this mixtape over and over again within the last month.  I kept writing it off, but eventually after hearing it played by numerous friends, I decided to give it a real listen. I can honestly say i'm so glad I did.

Jhene Aiko voice reminds me of Cassie she has a really nice mellow voice, and more importantly I enjoy the subject matter in her songs.  Much of her lyrics have to do with not trusting men, failed relationship, struggles of life and decisions, raising a baby and chasing a dream, and doing what you want but struggling with image. I initially thought this was typical RnB or even pop, but this genre kind of reminds me of a conglomerate of Hip Hop and this new L.A. RnB sound (example Frank Ocean).

I am a groupie for sampling in music, and her primary producers on this Mixtape are Fisticuffs who do a really cool job of sampling Hip Hop Artist lyrics, such a good job I think that these artists are guest appearing on some of the tracks. Other notable producers are Bei Meijor, Roosevelt, J LBS, Tae Beast.  Some of the artists featured/sampled are: Kanye West, Gucci Man, Kendrick Lamar, and Miguel.  All in all it's the kind of mixtape that I'd listen to in a variety of settings kind of like Drake's So Far Gone. Definitely on my summer playlist.  Download and listen its a really good mixtape. P.S. I dont say this often but I can honestly listen to every song straight through and I lowkey get upset when it's over lol.

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Kid Cudi In Concert

I have been waiting oh so impatiently for Kid Cudi to come here to Atlanta, and finally he is coming. July 21st Kid Cudi will be at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater at Encore Park at 8:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale tomorrow May 20, 2011, price are kind of steep at $50 bucks, but hey I'll still probably go. Will you be going?

Kidz In The Hall Semester Abroad

Kidz In The Hall -Semester Abroad Download




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Frank Ocean-Nostalgia Ultra

Not down too much with Odd Future, but I definitely listen to Frank Ocean. He is clearly growing in popularity and I figured I'd post his Album, Nostalgia Ultra, which was released back in March, for anyone who hasn't given it a listen. 

It's dope, reminiscent of Drake, So Far Gone minus the rapping (and I could care less if he takes offense to it or if anyone disagrees... it does #shrugs lol). It's just mellow and I literally can listen to it from beginning to end without skipping one track. He has a good ear for production because all of the songs feature diverse samples and a sound of various musical genre's outside of typical contemporary R&B.  He also talks about so many various topics that many can relate to. I also like his voice because he can really sing.  So, needless to say he should be listened to. The Weeknd is worth a mention and listen too! 

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Solange Artist Spotlight

Even though Solange Knowles has only one album out, Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams, that's considered GOOD music, I believe she deserves honorable mention in an Artist Spotlight post.  Solange is a talented girl, and if she gets back in the studio to produce another body of work, she could really grow her already strong fan base.

Her above mentioned album is reminiscent of the 60's Motown music era. It's really a classic album. Songs like Would've Been the One, I Told You So, and T.O.N.Y are clearly created from an emotional place. A brilliant artistic outlet and it's sooooo relate-able.  She isn't at all like her sister, i'm not even trying to be negative either, her style is just totally different.  She is a talented song-writer as well, lending her song writing talents to other artists. Anyway give it a listen and there is a new unreleased track on here as well.


New Music - Left Side Drive
LEFT SIDE DRIVE by solange-knowles

Upcoming Shows In Atlanta

April 20- Big K.R.I.T. at The Loft

April 22- A Track and Kid Sister...plus more at Quad

May 3 and May 5- Mint Condition at Center Stage

May 10- Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae at Fox Theater

June 11- Curren$y at Masquerade

July 12- Rihanna, Cee-Lo, and J. Cole at Chastain Park

July 12 and July 13 - Sade and John Legend at Phillips Arena


P.S. - Why don't we have larger more attractive music festivals here in Georgia

Olivia - December

I have been a fan of Olivia for a very long time. Around the age of 13 I began discovering my musical taste, and I fell in love with Mama’s Gun by Erykah Badu and Olivia's self-titled album "Olivia" back in ’01.

Now, I probably should not have been listening to songs like “Silly Bitch In Love” or “Bizounce” but I was. Needless to say I don’t post a lot of contemporary R&B on here or soul hip-hop but I love Olivia and I hope someone will read this and give her a listen because she is a really talented singer/rapper/songwriter. I’m happy she hasn't given up on her career and I wish her well especially after the whole G-Unit hoopla she went through. Anyway, her new video December is posted below! Enjoy!

Raheem Devaughn -Heemy Taught Me

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Kendrick Lamar In Atlanta

Thought I would post this since I was at this show!

Jay West, Kendrick Lamar, Nesby Phips, and Aleon Craft performed and it was a GREAT SHOW by the way!

KENDRICK LAMAR JAY WEST AND NESBY PHIPS LIVE AT THE MASQUERADE from Creative Control on Vimeo.

Nas and Damian Marley Land of Promise Video

Big Krit- Return of 4eva

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Big K.R.I.T. Dreamin Video

John Legend - Rolling In The Deep Cover "A cappella"

Big K.R.I.T.

Hello World! I haven't felt moved by anyone as of late but re-listening to this mixtape has moved me to want to blog about music again.

Big Krit has a new album coming out next week and I felt compelled to put this mixtape on here.  I swear this dude may be my favorite rapper he does not lie and speaks words as if he were in my mind. Pure talent and I can.not.wait. until the Return of 4eva is dropped next MONDAY March 28, 2011.

Listen to Good Talk 9 - Curve Your Enthusiasm, "My Interpretation" is probably going down as one of my favorite hip hop songs ever. His word play and take on reality for blacks in America, specifically of lower socioeconomic status, is just too raw. I'm nearly brought to tears when I listen to it because it's so real. I don't understand why dude buzz is not louder. He was, however, in XXL Freshmen Class '11, and a ton of the guys from the Freshmen Class '10, are definitely growing in popularity. So, hey maybe he'll be next year's most talked about artist, hopefully even this year.

I saw him last month in concert, and you know how you can tell someone is meant to be a star, well K.R.I.T. is that. Anyway, as a reminder that his album is coming out next week I've posted another mixtape on here. If you've never listen to dude, you should.



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Sade and John Legend In Concert In ATLANTA

I literally screamed when I saw this. I was in getting ready to purchase my tickets to the concert in Orlando and the Concert in Atlanta was revealed. I'm too excited! Tickets go on sale Thursday starting at $63. Will you be there?

BET Music Matters Tour

BET has a tour featuring three phenomenal RnB artists. Marsha Ambrosius, Anthony David, and Melanie Fiona are on tour and they will be stopping by Atlanta on April 11 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $36 at CW Center Stage. This should be a good show.

Other Stops
March 16 – South Side Music Hall – Dallas, TX
March 18 – House of Blues – New Orleans, LA
March 19 – Varsity Theatre – Baton Rouge, LA
March 20 – Arena Theatre – Houston, TX
March 23 – Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA
March 31 – House of Blues – Cleveland, OH
April 1 – Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
April 2 – House of Blues – Chicago, IL
April 4 – Theatre of the Living Arts – Philadelphia, PA
April 5 – Irving Plaza – New York, NY
April 6 – The Birchmere – Alexandria, VA
April 7 – Ram’s Head Live – Baltimore, MD
April 8 – The National – Richmond, VA
April 11 – Center Stage Theater – Atlanta, GA
April 12 – Cannon Center for the Performing Arts – Memphis, TN
April 13 – Limelight Entertainment Complex – Nashville, TN

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Teedra Moses R U 4 Real

Miguel In Concert Tomorrow March 4

Miguel will be in concert at the Loft in Atlanta on March 4, 2011. Tickets are only $20.00.

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Goodie Mobb ft. OuKast Black Ice Video

A friend of mine tweeted a lyric from this song and it made me think about the first time I remember hearing this song. So, I decided to post this just because.






Remix w/ Cee-Lo not a well known version, but I love both versions

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Big Krit -Dreamin

****FREE Concert Alert***** Cyhi da Prynce, Pill, Sean Faylon

Today February 28, 2011 there will be a free show with Free beer at Vinyl (1374 W. Peachtree Street Atlanta GA). Pill, Cyhi da Prince, and Sean Faylon will all be performing go to Fader to RSVP.

J. Cole -Nothing Like Me

Bilal - Robot

Cee-Lo Bodies Video

Adele, Someone Like You Video

By the way the album drops tomorrow for all my American followers

All of the Lights - Kanye West Feat. Rihanna and Kid Cudi

All of The Lights Kanye West

Corinne Bailey Rae *****Artist Spotlight*****

Anyone who knows me, and I do mean KNOWS ME, knows that I love this woman.

Corinne Bailey Rae has been around for the last 5 years and has made a lasting stamp on music. Songs like Choux Pastry Heart and Like A Star, both off of her debut album, exhibit her God given talent.

What's even better is she writes her own stuff, (as almost all the artist on this blog do). Like seriously after you listen to her melodic voice how could you not love this woman. I swear it's something so soulful about the ladies from across the pond.

Rundown
Ms. Corinne is songstress from the U.K., who happens to play the guitar, with roots in gospel and rock, she discovered her love for jazz and soul while in college. Her debut self titled album premiered in 2006 with her sophomore follow up, The Sea, in 2010. She also produced The Love, EP of cover songs in 2011.

She is someone to definitely take a listen to. She has toured with the likes of John Legend and I would totally recommend buying an album and giving it a good listen.

Closer- Corinne Bailey

J.Cole feat. Drake In The Morning Video

Adele In Concert June 17, 2011

I love Adele and missed her last time she was in Atlanta. But not this time! I will be at her show when she visits the Tabernacle June 17, 2011. I CAN'T wait either. Tickets go on sale June 17, 2011 and tickets are $39.50. I can't wait to see her she is so beautiful. ******Throws Confetti*******

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Erykah Badu Gone Baby, Don't Be Long

Erykah Badu - Gone Baby, Don't be Long from beeple on Vimeo.

Wale Break Up Song Video

Justin Nozuka

Justin Nozuka is a phenomenal young artist. He had a semi-hit with After Tonight back in 2007/2008. But for some reason he still seems to be an artist who is under the radar. His debut album, Holly, came out in 2007, and this was by far one of my favorite albums of that year. Songs like Supposed To Grow Old, Save Him, and Oh Momma are songs that completely exemplify why he is mature beyond his years and a rare talent. Oh and by the way I only post on Artist who primarily write or produce their on music, so yea this guy can write. 

In 2010, he released his sophomore album You I Wind Land Sea, and it was yet another amazing album. I really don't want to continue to harp on how great this guy is but listen, I assure you that you will feel the same. 

   

   

Upcoming Shows In Atlanta

February 14- Bilal at Center Stage

February 18 - Angie Stone at King Chapel Morehouse College

March 5 - Ice Cube at Center Stage

March 9 - Janet Jackson at Fox Theater

*****SADE starting late Spring Touring all over U.S.*************

BloodType feat. Big K.R.I.T (prod. XV) "I Have Dreams"

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Kid Sister feat. Gucci Mane - Gucci Rag Top

I love Kid Sister I heard her back in '07 and then she disappeared for a minute, but she recently released a mixtape,  Kiss Kiss Kiss, and this song featuring Gucci is one of the tracks from the mixtape. The beat goes oh so hard in this song (but all her beats are dope)! She released her album Ultraviolet back in '09 and hopefully she will release another album sometime soon. Glad to see more female hip hop artist!

T.I. feat. Shun Hendrix Follow Your Dreams

I've been following TIP since he was, well, TIP, but seriously I've been down since T.I. and P.$.C. In Tha $treetz Vol. 1 back in like 2001. I don't really care for the new T.I., not since Urban Legend, and I don't listen to his music anymore. But to my surprise I stumbled upon this song and it's a good song from his new album Mercy. It's so applicable to my life and a lot of people around me so, I decided to post it!

Stephen Marley Jah Army feat. Damien Marley and Buju Banton

Mos Def - Umi Says

For some reason I am feeling this song today. Maybe because I've been pondering about my people this week in light of MLK Day and all. 

Umi Says captivates my feelings and sentiments about my community and its current condition. What i'm so bothered by is people love to holler about change, when 40 plus years later we complain about the same things. Poverty, education and segregation, inability of upward mobility, environmental racism, prison industrial complex, welfare system and it's hindrance, absent fathers, violence, drugs, stereotypes etc., etc. etc. It's 2011 when will WE stand up and say we've had enough... 

Adele - New Album 21!

Adele is to come out with her new album 21 after 3 years since her debut album 19. Tuesday February 24 is the drop date and I for one am uber excited that she is coming out with another album. Thus far I am loving the songs. I hope yall go out and get it! Take a listen to a few of the songs from the up coming album.


Adele-Rolling In The Deep

Duffy - Well Well Well

I love Duffy!

This song is slightly growing on me. I have been waiting on new music from her for some time now. In November her new Album Endlessly came out. I haven't given it a thorough listening but I definitely will sometime soon.

Kanye West and Jay-Z H.A.M.

This beat is hard! Lex Luger Produced it!

Smoke Dza - The Early Days of George (prod. Hi -Tek)

So, not a huge fan of DZA (haven't taken the time to listen) but I love Hi-Tek and his production skills...plus this song is kind of dope!

Marsha Ambrosius Video -Far Away

Hello world! This is my first post of 2011. *Throws Confetti*

Anywho...This year one my new years resolutions is to post on here more often, like at least twice a day.

Nevertheless, a little over a month ago I posted Marsha Ambrosius song for Far Away, and now she has a video! It's totally not what I expected, but it's refreshing because videos are so typical nowadays. It takes a stance on bullying *which i'm so tired of hearing about* and homophobia. Love this song!!!