#SOTD: Jason Mraz-“Butterfly”
Although it comes from the same album as the viral hit, “I’m Yours,” those unfamiliar with Jason Mraz’ discography won’t believe “Butterfly” comes from the same vocal cords. Trust me, […]
#SOTD: Jidenna-‘A Bull’s Tale’
With a boastful, cocky ego and fashion sense from 2056, Jidenna has easily earned his spot as one of my Top 20 music artists. “A Bull’s Tale” is one of my […]
#SOTD: Yaw’s Rendition of ‘Where Would You Be’
Have you ever heard a song that was perfect down to the bass line? It grabs your attention immediately and all outside activity becomes muted. A few weeks ago, this […]
#SOTD: Steve Lacy’s ‘Dark Red’
Earlier this year, an all but unknown fella by the name of Steve Lacy came across my suggested tracks on SoundCloud. The hi-hat heavy intro to alone was all I […]
#SOTD-Calvin Harris’ Perfect Summer Jam, “Cash Out”
Have you guys listened to Calvin Harris’ new album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1? It’s full of hits, but one song that stuck out to me would have to be […]
Examination of Swae Lee’s Best Features
Rae Sremmurd’s Swae Lee has been putting all kinds of work in the music industry. He has writing credits for Beyoncé under his belt and is on track to becoming […]
American Koko is a Hilarious series that tackles “Race Problems” in a Post-racial America. A Review (Spoiler-Free)
Akosua Millard (Diarra Kilpatrick) is the lead detective at an agency that tackles “race problems” in a post-racial America. Appropriately named Everyone’s A Little Racist (E.A.R.), their cases vary from […]
Why You Should Be Taking Lil Yachty Seriously
Miles Parks McCollum, aka Lil Yachty is no joke. He’s made quite the name for himself for someone who has even seen two decades yet. He’s 19. When I was 19, […]
‘Master of None’ Season 2 Review
[Slight Spoilers ahead] Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang’s Emmy Award-winning series, Master of None, somehow managed to outdo itself. Last season was refreshing and unique, introducing us to the deeper side […]
Dear White People: Spoiler-Free Review
Following the commercial success of the controversial series, Thirteen Reasons Why, Netflix brings us Dear White People. The show follows a group of black students at the prestigious Ivy League school, Winchester […]
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Clay Jensen vs. The Dreamer
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You’re watching Thirteen Reasons Why, and on comes a scene that makes you text one of your friends an entire detailed thesis about how […]
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Bates Motel vs. Tangled (Mild Spoilers)
When you’re watching one of your favorite animated Disney classics, a violent, schizophrenic serial killer with an Oedipus complex should be the furthest thing from your mind, right? I thought […]
‘Get Out’ Is Nothing More Than A Genius Metaphor (SPOILERS)
It is by no accident at all that one of first songs you hear in Get Out is “Redbone” by Childish Gambino. At first, I thought it was a clever nod to […]
Keith Stanfield Will Ensure That Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” Be A Hit
Ever since I first saw Bug (Keith Stanfield) chase Malcolm (Shameik Moore) down for one shoe in Dope, I’ve been absolutely in awe of the way Stanfield portrays his characters. Bug was […]