New Music

FABULOUS -SOUL TAPE III (in keeping with his holiday tradition Fab drops the 3rd installment of the soul tape mixtapes) For some reason I've always liked the mixtape Fab better then the album Fab. Well this one is a free download that you can get from datpiff.com if you are looking for it.

JUSTIN BIEBER- JOURNALS (Justin Bieber may be considered a pop artist, but if this is truly his last album he may forever be remembered as an R&B artist) I know I know its Justin Bieber! In his defense he put out some quality music on this album and it deserves a listen. I was truly shocked by how much I enjoyed listening to this album in the privacy of my car and home. With that being said, the music was good enough to publicly give him shout out on my blog! (For those 2 people, who may see this your welcome Justin) Now let the hate commence. I swear I'm hip hop and r&b to the heart! 

Christmas Day MOVIES-What are you going see??

December 25 (Wednesday - Christmas)

 The line-up this Christmas has a little bit of everything for everybody. Here is a run down of what I plan to see. If you have seen any of these already, and want to leave a comment don't hesitate. 

47 Ronin (in 3D)----Overrated--this is no Matrix. Wait for REDBOX

Grudge Match---- Could be funny- I doubt it lives up to the hype.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Hmmmm does not seem like the most interesting movie to go see, the previews were even a little strange I'll wait.

The Wolf of Wall Street I'll be there! Seems like a sure bet. GO SEE!!

Justin Bieber's Believe Documentary  Skip

Lone Survivor (was supposed to be released the 27th but has been pushed up for a Christmas day!) I might have to double up and see two movies. This one seems very good too. Check out the previews. 

August: Osage County (Limited)

Labor Day (Limited)

Films already out 

Saving Mr. Banks Take the kids to see this one.

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues Catch this one before Christmas with your friends.

American Hustle Catch this one before Christmas with your friends.

It's a been a long time I should not have left you.....

This year I'm going to dedicate more time to making this a blogspot you can truly appreciate. If you have an ear for music, an eye for clothing, a passion for sports, and a affinity for movies you will truly enjoy it!

Let us get back to work.

"The Growth of CoLe"

           

   Lights Please was the the first time I heard J.Cole rap. I won’t sit here and say I became an instant fan right then and there, but  I will say I realized his sound was different. Different in this industry of U.O.E.N.O.’s and Feds Watching can be either a gift or curse. Your career can blossom from that personal creativity or be killed due to you not being able to connect with your commercial audience. (I.E. those who only listen to the radio).A topic J.Cole addressed on the track “Let Nas Down” off his new album BORN SINNER. Needless to say J.Cole has found a way to navigate the loopholes and potholes of the industry with what many consider classic mixtapes filled with emotional and honest tracks. Tracks such as the “Autograph” and “Rise Above”, which can resonate with not only your average college graduate, but also with any person looking to rise above there everyday situation, and put themselves in a better position in life. 

      Cole’s first album debuted to commercial success, I believe not because of the strength of his first single “Work Out”, but because of the buzz of Friday Night Lights and his touring efforts with fellow rapper Drake. The album was above average among what was out at the time, but Cole admitted he could do better and this was not his best. (Still one of my fave albums). In his latest effort Cole has managed to produce singles such as “Power Trip” and “Crooked Smile” which not only have the ability to connect with his target audience, but also have the ability to connect with the average radio listener. In doing this I believe he was able to gain that commercial success he may have missed the first time around with Cole World:The Sideline Story. Cole also was able to assemble a solid album which was put together very well. Just as a college student would organize a paper, Cole uses that same concept in an effort to organize the songs on his album. The songs tell a story of how J. Cole began and how he ended up where he is now.

Overall the album is very solid. And for those who will only buy the two singles give some of the album a listen, you’ll enjoy.

Rating 4.50/5.00 (From an avg fan not a critic)