You Want Music

Monster- Muppet Remix

2011-01-06T15:16:00.001-05:00

This is quite awesome.

New Cee-Lo

2010-08-20T22:32:00.001-04:00

Love it! Cop the album Lady Killer when it comes out!

Old vs New: Walk on By

2010-08-12T12:01:00.000-04:00

Two remakes of an old classic. All three are fantastic in different ways. Which one do you prefer?

Kanye West- His Artistic Lens

2010-08-11T14:30:00.000-04:00

There's been much controversy surrounding Kanye's new "Power" video in the hip hop community. I'm on the side that believes the "moving picture" to be a serious showcasing of artistic vision and skill. Many, however, have been disappointed because they expected a banger video with such a powerful, pun intended, song. Here's a little clip that goes back in time and showcases Kanye's artistic talents. Dude's got vision.

MTV Shows

And in case you missed it:

Because I've Been M.I.A.

2010-08-10T22:28:00.000-04:00

Cyndi Mayweather in the House

2010-07-01T18:57:00.003-04:00

Archandroid in stores now. Go cop it.

The Roots- Dear God 2.0

2010-06-21T15:23:00.002-04:00

I hope everyone will cop this CD, How I Got Over, tomorrow. SO far all the tracks I've heard have been awesome. Definitely worth the money to buy the CD. Support these guys!

Happy Father's Day!

2010-06-20T10:54:00.001-04:00

For all the Dads out there!

You Want to Know Artist: Sean Faylon

2010-06-20T10:50:00.002-04:00

This artist is trying to put his stamp on the rap scene and I hope it makes it. I love his mixtape and this song in particular. Cop the free download and check it out. You won't be disappointed.

R.I.P. Lena Horne

2010-05-10T17:58:00.003-04:00

Lena Horne has passed on at the age of 92 today. She was an important figure in the entertainment business for African Americans and will be missed.

Old vs New: Mayfield and West

2010-05-09T12:30:00.002-04:00

Old vs New

2010-05-08T11:24:00.003-04:00

I've always loved David Banner's Cadillac on 22s song and when I just recently heard the Jackson's Destiny song I was blown away that Banner had sampled such a beautiful track to make an equally beautiful one. Definitely a case of good sampling from old to new.

You Want to Know Artist: Janelle Monae

2010-03-31T13:55:00.004-04:00

Janelle Monae - New Music - More Music Videos

Jonelle Monae has just released the video for her first single off her much anticipated album ArchAndroid. Tightrope features Big Boi and a funky horn section which makes for one awesome song. The video is fun, bold, and funky. Monae definitely delivers. You know you want more of her. Definitely check her out!

Happy Birthday Aretha

2010-03-25T11:15:00.001-04:00

Aretha Franklin Rock steady Soul Train
Uploaded by chilavert. - Music videos, artist interviews, concerts and more.

Happy Birthday Aretha Franklin! One of her best songs. Sooooouuuullllll Trrraaaiiiiinnnn!

Happy Birthday Flava Flav

2010-03-16T11:09:00.001-04:00

I try to remember the good times...

Big Boi ft George Clinton & Too Short

2010-03-11T11:30:00.000-05:00

Big Boi has a new album coming out and here is one of the tracks that will appear on it. What do you think? I'm a fan. I love me some Big Boi and George Clinton. Definitely a smooth track. Looking forward to the album.

Happy Birthday Chuck Norris!

2010-03-10T11:02:00.001-05:00

Happy Birthday Chuck Norris!

Haiti Support

2010-03-10T09:42:00.004-05:00

All these artists seem to mean well...but some do Haiti support through music better than others:

Exhibit A

Lupe Fiasco - New Music - More Music Videos

And then, some should just leave things well alone.

Exhibit B

(Michael Jackson is rolling in his grave.)

If it's to create support for a cause such as helping Haiti I can fully understand why such videos are made. But the We Are the World Revisted tribute is plainly a spectacle of class b (there a def a few worthwhile artists- J. Hudson as always) artists who shouldn't have gotten mic time just to promote themselves (Justin Beiber, Mylie Cyrus, Lil Wayne, etc). Yes this is 2010...but auto-tune? Really did you all really have to use auto-tune? There was definitely a huge rap scene back in 85 and you don't see any of them spitting a rhyme on the original We are the World. Some music just detracts from its mission and this We Are the World Revisted is definitely one of the those. Lupe and Kenna however knew how far to take it. Keep it simple next time. It's not about the artists- it's about the cause. I think many have forgotten that.

But it's the thought that counts right?

The Sea

2010-01-26T08:00:00.005-05:00

I explained it all in my post here but I need to reiterate just how amazing an artist Corinne Bailey Rae is. Her album "The Sea" dropped today (January 26) and I love it. She definitely gets 5 soul flowers from me. This is definitely a buyable album. Every track is fantastic. So buy it already!

Happy Hanukkah!

2009-12-11T16:15:00.002-05:00

Old School Funk Classic 2

2009-11-30T11:30:00.003-05:00

A Philly classic.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-26T12:18:00.000-05:00

I love Charlie Brown and the gang, especially Snoopy! For your enjoyment!

Not exactly a music video, but I did always love the jazz played in all Charlie Brown movies.

Hip Hop Classic 3

2009-11-25T14:21:00.000-05:00

Herbie Hancock - Rockit
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Makeda

2009-11-24T13:06:00.002-05:00

I remember first hearing this song back in grade school and I still jam to it. Here's a Google translation of the song:

One wants to make us believe in lost myths
Parts of history are corrupted and re-examined
From Ramses to Mandela,
So many unspoken truths
By being unaware of the original story,
one wanders without goal

Makeda was queen, beautiful and powerful
Solomon dreamed of her black skin
I sing to revive the memories
To exhume knowledge
That the spiral of time erases

The Queen of Sheba lives in me
Makeda lives in me.

Let us revive our memory
The history should be changed
History is being deformed by words….No
The knowledge and wisdom are within reach
Listen and pay attention

Makeda was queen, beautiful and powerful
Solomon dreamed of her black skin
I sing to revive the memories
To exhume knowledge
That the spiral of time erases

The Queen of Sheba lives in me
Makeda lives in me.

My people dance and sing
They express their joy
Far from ignorance
They show their faith

Blessed with men and values
We repair the errors
Sons and daughters you and me
Ready for the fight

Makeda was queen, beautiful and powerful
Solomon dreamed of her black skin
I sing to revive the memories
To exhume knowledge
That the spiral of time erases

The Queen of Sheba lives in me
Makeda lives in me.

Old School Funk Classic

2009-11-22T15:10:00.000-05:00

Bad Romance

2009-11-21T14:04:00.002-05:00

I'm not really a huge fan of Lady Gaga by any means, but this song is so darn catchy!

You have to appreciate someone who dances in 10 inch heels.

You Want Chocolate or Chipotle...

2009-10-01T09:30:00.001-04:00

I heard about this viral video just recently though apparently it has been an internet sensation for a while now. Blame it on the dead languages I study. I love it because it reminds me of my little brother (though without the voice).

And here's a spoof that I also enjoy:

Makes me sort of hungry.

Soul Classic

2009-09-30T17:40:00.000-04:00

Eric Benet & Faith Evans - Georgy Porgy
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You Want to Take a Walk...

2009-09-29T15:28:00.001-04:00

Are You Tonedeff?

2009-09-28T20:00:00.000-04:00

Rewind Vol 5.

2009-09-27T18:34:00.004-04:00

Fantastic album! I don't usually purchase albums, but I did for this album and I don't regret it. Give a listen to a track off the album.

Smells Like Teen Spirit

2009-08-19T17:42:00.001-04:00

In honor of the beginning of football season.

A Case of the Mondays...

2009-08-17T08:30:00.001-04:00

Enjoy.

Remembering Woodstock: 40th Anniversary

2009-08-16T17:51:00.003-04:00

Check out this great article:
Why We Should Celebrate Woodstock By: John Murph

RnB Classic 2

2009-08-16T12:52:00.000-04:00

Erykah Badu - Other Side Of The Game
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Philly's Finest

2009-08-15T22:59:00.000-04:00

Moment in life - Musiq Soulchild

Straight to Hell

2009-08-14T10:00:00.002-04:00

New

Old

Which one do you prefer??

RnB Classic

2009-08-13T11:27:00.001-04:00

After 7 - Ready Or Not
Uploaded by Larolke. - Music videos, artist interviews, concerts and more.

Might As Well...

2009-08-11T14:21:00.003-04:00

Might As Well - J*DaVeY

Much looked over artists. They are fantastic. Give a listen.

Hip Hop Classic 2

2009-08-10T12:14:00.001-04:00

Hip Hop Classic

2009-08-07T15:09:00.002-04:00

You Want to Blame it

2009-08-06T09:10:00.002-04:00

Blame it on the Boogie??

or

Blame it on the Alcohol?

Jamie Foxx Blame It On The Alcohol

Earth Wind and Fire Anyone?

2009-08-05T08:28:00.001-04:00

This is one of my favs. Listen and enjoy.

Awakening

2009-08-04T13:26:00.001-04:00

I just really like this guy.

Sesame Street Goodness

2009-08-04T00:22:00.004-04:00

I've decided to randomly showcase some old school Sesame Street goodness. Look out for some more to come. Why? Because everyone wants to remember the good times with Sesame Street.

You Want to Breakdance

2009-07-30T15:54:00.002-04:00

This video speaks for itself.

Garou- L'injustice

2009-07-30T13:33:00.002-04:00

L'injustice
by cvera

Eternal Moonwalk

2009-07-29T13:54:00.006-04:00

Because deep down we all wish we could moonwalk like MJ.

Kenna Hell Bent

2009-07-29T13:39:00.004-04:00

Kenna - Hell Bent

Fantastic artist. Fantastic song.

You Want Music... Because You Do!

2009-07-29T12:42:00.001-04:00

People hate being told what they need, but love being told what they want. Funny how that works huh? So though I know you may not need music; you know and I know that you want it.

But music is such a vague word, you say? Of course it is! Which is why I'm using it.

We are all pretty vague people, no matter how transparent we try to be and music is so popular now-a-days because it both illuminates and hides the reality of our vagueness.

You still with me?

I would like to hope so, especially because I want (but don't need of course) you to enjoy what vagueness I'm offering. I want you to enjoy a blog where vagueness is key. I pick music I want you to hear and hopefully enjoy, and maybe I'll leave you with a few vague words to illuminate just why I'm posting it. But then again maybe I won't. And just maybe I'll put up something vaguely involved with music, and you'll just have to ponder why.

I do hope you enjoy this blog. You know you want to.