Recent Reviews
Fresh from the Fridge: Drake- No More Thank You’s (mixtape)
Us mixed folks are taking over! lol Here's a dope Drake mixtape with some features, freestyles and a ton of singles that didn't make the album. Why these singles didn't make the album is a big mystery … [Read More...]
Dru Hill Inside and Out (The dirt,reality show, updates, 2010 album review/preview)
"Oh yeah I remember Dru Hill." "Damn Dru Hill is back?!" "Dru Hill were the shit!" "What in the world happened to them." Your thoughts were something like that right? Those were just a few thoughts … [Read More...]
Rachel Brown’s Love, Life & Relationship
Website/Facebook/Twitter/MySpace/Blog On this Sunday morning, I want to take some time to reflect on Rachel Brown. The Soul songstress, who in 2007 released her debut album "Love, Life and Relationships" … [Read More...]
Gabbie McGee “Mississippi Daughter” Album Review
While driving into work today I decided to let Gabbie McGee's new album "Mississippi Daughter" ride shotgun for my 1hr commute. Almost immediately with "Walk with Me (Lord)" and "Afterwhile. Afterwhile" … [Read More...]
Looking for Bilal (“Airtights Revenge” Album preview)
Bilal has been one not to follow behind others. And based on his new album cover, Airtights Revenge, we might get some of the old Bilal. Granted the Malcolm X pose has been done before. But Bilal throws his own twist with a microphone instead of a weapon. So far "Free" has leaked from the album. It has been some time since he last released a project. In 2001 he released his debut "Love for Sale". … [Read More News...]
Fresh from the Fridge: Robin Thicke- My Life (single)
If your wondering why there's a "Despicable Me" picture here it's because they're soundtrack actually has this Robin Thicke single on it. lol I was shocked when I heard the new's too but apparently Pharrel is credited as a music producer and co-creator of the official music score for the upcoming animated Summer film which was another shocker to me. lol Though it's hard to try and find the relationship … [Read More News...]
Zo! To Release a Sunstorm Upon Us
If you are like me, then you know that July is a hot month in the music scene. Coming up on the horizon is a project from a producer who has been putting it down on the soul scene for years. On July 27th the new project from Zo! “Sunstorm” will hit the shelves. If you are lost to whom Zo! is you must have been hiding under a rock. From Zo! and Tigallo Love the 80’s to the Grammy nominated … [Read More News...]
Fresh from the Frdige: DJ Jazzy Jeff + Mick Boogie- Summertime (mixtape)
Just in time for the summer 2 of the dopest DJ's in the game right now drop a super heater for the summer time with this mixtape entitled "Summertime." This is the second perfect mixtape I've heard these past few month with 49 strong summer themed tracks of the past and present covering all genre's of music. Flawlessly mixed, scratched, and transitioned with no annoying shout out's this mixtape is … [Read More News...]
DJ Jazzy Jeff/ Michael Jackson- He’s The King, I’m The DJ (Mixtape)
(A taste of the Mixtape) httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHNL-4B4aac In celebration of the life of Michael Jackson and the year anniversary of his passing I thought I'd show my love by blessing all of my Soulified fam with this masterpiece of a mixtape that the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff mixed and when I say a masterpiece I mean just that! This album has the perfect formula for a mixtape...No annoying … [Read More News...]
Fonzworth Bently feat Anthony Hamilton- Greener (video)
Here's the new single/ video from Fonzworth Bently featuring one of my favorite soul artist Anthony Hamilton. At first glance of the title and feature I was expecting this song and video to be super dope as was his first video Everybody featuring Andre 3000, Kanye West, and Sa Ra... "Everybody" httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4TNZSFPtaw It saddens me to say this but this single and video is … [Read More News...]
El Debarge + BET Awards= One Hell of a Performance
For those that missed the BET Awards I had to hot yall with the El Debarge surprise performance! Dude killed it! I swear I was immediately taken back to one of my favorite movie's "The Last Dragon" starring Bruce Lee Roy and Show Nuff watching this great performance. What's funny is right as the light come on and he starts to sing you feel the crowd askin, "Who the hell is this?" Then you slowly … [Read More News...]
Robin Thicke raps now?! Wtf?
Yes you heard it right yall! Mr. Panty Droppin Super Soulful Robin Thicke rapping! You got to hear it to believe it lol. It's honestly not even rapping to me because he's on that Juvenille type crap where he say's "In the Phantom" after every damn sentence with no actual rhyming what so ever. "No hoe's in the Phantom, So Ho in the Phantom." lmao! I can't even be mad at him for trying something new … [Read More News...]
Fresh From the Fridge-Cee Lo Green- Stray Bullet’s Mixtape
In anticipation of his forthcoming album "The Lady Killer" Cee Lo Green satisfies our hunger by hitting us with this appetizer in the form of a mixtape entitled "Stray Bullets." Listening to this album Cee Lo Green def show's us why he cant be put in a genre box because he hits us with ever genre of music with his own crazy twist. I heard funk, jazz, new soul, vintage soul, rock, hip hop, even alien! … [Read More News...]
Fresh from the Fridge: Cee-Lo Green’s “Georgia” and “I Want You” singles
Yes yes yall! More freshness from the fridge from yours truly and this time I’m bringing you 2 exclusive’s from Cee-Lo Green off his new album being released later this year entitled “Lady Killer.” This is a big deal for me being a huge Gnarls Barkley fan and it being 5 years since he last put out a solo album. According to sources, Cee-Lo will continue to blend and mix the genres of Hip-Hop … [Read More News...]
Review Of The Rural’s “Rural Soul”
Album: Rural Soul Description: A soultry, nujazz, compilation of the very best of 16 years of the deep house sounds and a few new releases. The band is lead by DJ Andy Compton, with Marie 'Tweek' and a slew of other electic musicians. The talented base crew all from Devon, U. K. includes Saxophonist, Charlie Hearnshaw; Bass Player, Pete "Gurner" Middleton and Producer/Mixer, Bazil, a well known … [Read More News...]
The Humour and Misfortune of Hollie Smith
Facebook / Twitter / Official / Myspace I downloaded her new album, 'The humour and misfortune of others' among others but I didn't take a listen to it until a few days ago. I liked it, specially a song called 'Mamma', which is the first single. While I was taking a listen I thought she was from US but surprisingly she's from New Zealand! Her voice is very very soulful although her roots are English … [Read More News...]
Avery*Sunshine’s debut coming out on 10th May
Twitter / MySpace / Official Website Atlanta based singer songwriter Avery*Sunshine will release her debut album in a few days. Each song tells a story about love and loss, about finding oneself, about healing and move on from the hardest situations. Nevertheless, she considers herself a music therapist. Her vocals and lyrics are strong and her style is a mixture of two: smooth jazz and neo soul. Avery*Sunshine … [Read More News...]
Catch Res’s Interview on Eavesdrop Radio
Res has a new interview on the podcast from Eavesdrop Radio. It's actually a very relaxed and informative interview. It gave me a better understanding of Res's background and thought process. You can stream or download it here. Also, don't forget that Res has a show in Philly next week. It's April 28th @ 9:00PM. It's being held at Johnny Brenda's. For $10 you can't beat that. … [Read More News...]
Erykah Badu announces “Out My Mind, Just In Time” Tour
You knew it was coming, and I know you're glad it did. Erykah Badu has announced the tour dates for her "Out My Mind, Just In Time" tour. This tour pairs nicely with her well received new album "New Amerykah Part Two: Return Of The Ankh". While she is doing this tour, she will be also crossing paths with other artists and tours. They are Lollapalooza festival, Lilith Fair, Maxwell’s concert … [Read More News...]
Vital Takes Off With “Airport” Video
Vital has released the full version of his video to his song "Airport". The song is from his recent "The Vital EP". The album isn't what you expect, but it is wonderful. I love how the video fits the music perfectly. The video was directed by TAKCOM takafumitsuchiya.com. Check it out and tell me what you think. I can't wait for Vital's full album. … [Read More News...]
Maxwell Fist Full Of Tears Video
httpvhd://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KabCkV_oW48 Morning and welcome back. During my small absence, a lot happened. First up is Maxwell's video "Fist Full Of Tears" from his recent blockbuster album "Blacksummer'snight". If you want to catch up on all of Maxwell's videos check out this site. I think you will be happy. Also, while we're on Maxwell. Have you purchased your Maxwell and Jill Scott … [Read More News...]
Iman Williams Is Everywhere and Growing
Blog 1/Blog 2/Facebook 1/Facebook 2/MySpace/Twitter I have recently had the pleasure to listen to the music of Iman Williams. She is an artist, singer and songwriter from Alabama, California and Atlanta. I'm still baffled at the very talented artists that I hear, that don't get the exposure they deserve and/or desire. Her voice just comes out of no where and captivates you. I'm very impressed, … [Read More News...]
Amy Serrata Gives Herself Freely
Website/MySpace/FaceBook/Twitter/YouTube You may remember the Artist Spotlight on Amy Serrata last year. Well.. if you do, you don't have any reason not to pick up her debut album not, since she is offering it for free to her fans. If you have never heard of her, then do yourself a solid, and pick it up, and listen. You can pick up the album via Band Camp. Here is a snippet of my review. "My … [Read More News...]
Erykah Badu Releases “Window Seat” Video
httpvhd://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGt-Zg8aC5Q Erykah Badu just released the first video from her new album "New Amerykah Part Two (Return Of The Ankh)", which will be available in two days. The Video is for the song "Window Seat", which is a great song, which is my favorite from the album. The video is revealing to say the least. Check out the video, and let us know what you think. Be sure … [Read More News...]