New Music: Bridget Kelly

New girl, Bridget Kelly dropped her EP with the Frank Ocean penned "Thinking About You" as the lead track. Download it below!

Bridget Kelly-Every Girl

Covered: N*ggas In Paris

Today we have two remix's of "N*ggas In Paris" off of the luxurious, "Watch the Throne".

First up is the T.I. featured track. I must say, it was refreshing to hear his voice again! We missed you T.I.P.!
T.I. - Niggas In Paris (Remix) by CLUBNETWORK

And then we have the Breezy and T. pain version. They added some spook on theirs.



 The original version still remains supreme but I appreciate the effort!

New Video: Love On Top (Beyonce)

Beyonce strikes again with the latest video for "Love On Top". Check it below!

    

Song of the Day: Grindin'

Classic Neptunes goodness.

New Video: Countdown (Beyonce)

INCREDIBLE. Slaying while carrying a fetus. wow.

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Covered: Lift Off

I just discovered this gem on my friend's fb wall and I couldn't be happier. Our friend in the video below has a very even and fluffy vocal tone and it is well served on this dope track. (Nod to Vo FTW.)

 

Episode: Awkward Black Girl

A new episode of "Awkward Black Girl" is here!!!!! Check the episode below and check the rest of the incredible mini-series by newcomer Issa Ray on her youtube channel.

 

Video: Headlines (Drake)

Drake just released the video for "Headlines" off of his upcoming album, 'Take Care". In this video Drake attempts to position himself as the head of the game or the king of the game as evident in him sitting at the head of the table and riding an elevator solo to the top. I am almost convinced that he is throwing subtle shade at reigning King, Jay Z. Check it.

 
Drake ~ Headlines (Official Video) from OctobersVeryOwn on Vimeo.

Just Get To Know: Iggy Azalea

Australian bred new comer, Iggy Azalea, is music's real answer to the next Gwen Stefani/Lil Kim mash-up.  She's offensive, witty, unsettling and an obvious star. Just like the masses like it.

I must warn you that the song you are about to experience is titled "P*ssy". In all fairness, I went back and forth about posting a song titled as such but I believe this video is the one that clearly embodies the kind of artist that Iggy is attempting to be.



Also, check her mixtape here.

 

Sooooo, what are we thinking?

Article: How Jay-Z Inspired a Generation of Hustlers

Jay-Z is hands down one of the most influential rappers of our time and even as he goes forth in age and stage he is still apart of culture as a whole. This article takes a closer look at Jay-Z, the cultural revolutionary.

How Jay-Z Inspired A Generation of Hustlers

TiRon and Ayomari: A Dream Preferred

TiRon and Ayomari are an up and coming rapper duo from L.A. with the ability to snag Hip Hop's favorite writer, dream hampton for a track and the rap skills to support the rest of it. Having released several mixtapes previous to their latest, Sucker for Pumps, they are indeed a rap duo with the ability to transcend hip hop and grab a hold of music's center stage. Their music feels like true love, gourmet hot chocolate and positive energy. Check one of my favorite songs off of the album and the dream hampton featured track below.
 

Cover: Houstatlantavegas

I've posted the "Houstatlantavegas" Sonnymoon cover before but it remains to date one of my favorite covers (with Jojo "Can't Do Better" in a close second.) This Drake original was always a fantastic musical moment but it's something about Sonnymoon's interpretation that strips it down to its bare brilliance to uncover a truth that lives inside all of us- we sometimes find ourselves stuck in the stagnant cradles of our dreams. We sale our soul to pay the bills. We allow fear to banish us from the world of pure productivity and excellence. We accept the regular, satisfactory and rational. We're STUCK. (It doesn't have to be in Houston, Atlanta OR Vegas.) It can be right in your head. Which means at the end of the day, you are the keeper of the golden key.

And now you know how this song really makes me feel. :)

 

New Video: Can't Get Enough (J.Cole)

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J. Cole's album drops September 27th so he and his team are doing some heavy promo for the month of September. Check his latest video shot in Barbados for "Can't Get Enough" featuring Trey Songz and a cameo by resident Barbadian, Rihanna.

New Music: Mr. New Watch (J.Cole)

Mr. Nice Watch (ft. Jay-Z) - Dirty by J. Cole

 Jay Z has said several times that he does not believe in signing an artist and immediately dropping their album, he prefers to mold them into a sustainable and impressive artist. We can't argue with that! Here is J. Cole's latest song featuring Ric Nation's boss, Jay Z. Sounds like a hit, ladies and gents!

Just Get To Know: Tiara Thomas

Early this summer I gave you all the cool vibe of Wale's and Tiara Thomas's "The Cloud" and here we are with a more in depth look at Tiara the artist and full time student. Check Tiara talking about her passion for music, her chance meeting of Wale and what she imagines the future will bring. True artistry at its best.



Peace!