Music - Life - And a taste of Different.

Entertainment: from a different point of view.

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Alessia Cara - Here

Although at some point in each individuals life there have been particular parties we have all attended and did not want to be there, Whether it’s because a friend had invited you, or you’ve ultimately ended up in one. 

With the words in this song that 18 year old Alessia Cara sings, I believe almost everyone can relate to. 

Above, please view Alessia Cara’s music video for her single “Here”.

-Briggs

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LeiKeli47 - Get To Know her

Interview with Power106 in Los Angeles

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LeiKeli47...There is Still Hope.

As I was getting ready for my 9-5, in the background I heard “MADNESS” playing from my television. When I say “MADNESS”, I mean it in a good way. The way music as I once knew it, it immediately caught my attention and caused me to stop what I was doing and watch the entire music video.

It’s been a very long time since I’ve had that affect done, and rap artist LeiKeli47 has most definitely let me know that there is still hope for “real” Hip-Hop.

Leikeli47 is a female rapper from Brooklyn, New York City, currently resides in Los Angeles, CA. Little is known about her and refuses to show her face. Her genre is described as noise rap or underground rap. She has been compared to M.I.A. and Missy Elliott

Personally, judging by this single, I feel that someone has finally said the nonsense has to stop. It is now time for the grit and artist who actually cares about the flows they invent and lines that they write.

With great visuals by a director currently unknown, above is the music video by LeiKeli47 called “Fuck the Summer Up”, which was also produced by the rap artist herself.

Click to download her EP album: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/leikeli47/id978754241

-Briggs

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Kendrick Lamar - "Untitled"

Stumbled upon this in search of the remix for Kanye West's "All Day" single which was said to have a featured verse by Mr. Lamar himself. Within my search, I surprisingly came across a performance which featured Kendrick Lamar, Bilal, Thundercat & Terrace Martin.

After enough reading on this hot ass song, there some who believe this song was a cut that never made it on the album "To Pimp A Butterfly", others say it was literally written specifically (and only) for that performance.

I must say, it has been a long time since I've come across a major artist (hip-hop) who've embraced humanity, black culture and heritage. Haven't heard anything like "To Pimp A Butterfly" since Public Enemy's "Fear of A Black Planet".

Some may say it was too soon for the early change in Kendrick's album growth. But I believe it was just in time, and was a slight demonstration of the "no rules" theory, and it worked out well.

-Briggs

After hearing the lyrics, I felt the need to share them with you, please see below:

“(What did the Asian say?) A peace of mind That's what the Asian said, I need a divine Intervention was his religion and now I'm surprised Him believing in Buddha, me believing in God Asked me what am I doing, he said "taking my time" Meditation is a must, it don't hurt if you try See you thinking too much plus you too full of yourself Worried about your career, ever think of your health?

(What did the Indian say?) A piece of land That's what the Indian said, I needed demand Telling me longevity is in the dirt, buy some property first Profit a better dollar with generational perks Equity at his best, really, you should invest These tangible things expire, don't you expect Income with so much outcome and yes Look at my heritage, we blessed

(Now what the black man say?) A piece of nookie That's what the black man said, I needed to push me To the limit, satisfy my hunger Do it all for a woman, hair cut to a wool We like to live in the jungle, like to play in the peach What you saying to me? He said "homie, come back to reality for a week" Nookie is power, cut on a new chick every night I wouldn't be prouder, you should allow it

(What the white man say?) A piece of mines That's what the white man wanted when I rhyme Telling me that he selling me just for $10.99 I go platinum from rapping, I do the company fine What if I compromise? He said it don't even matter Make a million or more, you living better than average You losing your core following, gaining it all Put a price on my talent, I hit the bank and withdraw Hit the bank and withdraw, hit the bank and withdraw Put myself in the rocket ship and I shot for the stars Tell me what you accomplished and what he said to the boy I'mma make you some promises that you just can't ignore The profession anonymous as an artist I don't talk at your money You ain't signing your signature when I throw you my wallet Now the rappers are giving their demo all in the toilet World tour, your masters, market, I need ya Terrace Martin

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[Hook] I holler, "What you do? What you say?" I shall enjoy the fruits of my labor if I get freed today”

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Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp A Butterfly (Album Review)

Music Growth Vs. Consumer: After listening to the Kendrick Lamar album, I was extremely disapponited. Unlike the previous album, it did not paint the picture of the young kid going through typical hood issues. Instead, he chose to talk about things such as politics and building self esteem. After my fourth listen, I was just over it and had to think. Did I not like it because of his growth as a writer, or was it because I wanted him too identical to the last album. A friend of mine said that he considered this a “grown man” album but I just think it’s selfish for a rapper to give me something completely different from the last album. Kendrick is not the only rapper to do this because even Jay Z has done this to me. So I’m asking my fellow Hip-Hop fans their opinion on this...

-Trouble

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ASAP Rocky - A.L.L.A. - (Album Review)

This album has a little something for everyone.  Whether you are an activist, a 9-5′er, stoner, backpacker, hustler, or a pure fan of music, you will find a track that you can identify with on this album. 

On the production level the beats are good and body moving. Asap brings you into his world rapping about what he knows and what he’s seen around his way. Lyrically asap won’t captivate you like J.Cole or KENDRICK Lamar, but asap’s lyrics are good enough for you to feel where’s he’s coming from.  Don’t expect crazy word play, but straight to the point lyrics. The Features like Future and UGK do help move the tracks alone and bring a different different approach to the tracks.  One might argue that UGK owned the “Wavybone” track. Pharcyde showed me Asap’s maturity and his ability to speak passionate on social issues. 

This is album is worth a listen to if you want to hear something outside of everyday commercial HIP-HOP but not too far out there either.