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Kindness matters. A lot of y’all, I feel, aren’t making the moves you really want to make simply because…you’re an a**hole! I know that’s a little crude, but I think a lot of you feel like you need to carry yourself in a way that you’re better than people. But in that, you want to degrade peoples’ values. It’s just not the move; it’s not the best way to do it! This isn’t a “nice people finish last” type of situation. If you’re kind, people will talk about the way you treat them. They’ll talk about the way you interact […]

Super Clean Thoughts: Kindness Matters Kindness matters. A lot of y’all, I ...

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During the 90’s Bad Boy Records was never without a bad girl. Sean Combs showcased the grit and heart of Faith Evans, Dream, and Total, making them all stars. Combs’ label did it again with Cassie a decade later. A versatile soft-voiced singer, she rode Pop, Hip Hop and R&B production with ease and style. Her first single, the mega hit “Me & U”, was just a taste of what her long-awaited full-length LP had to offer. Following a monster appetizer listeners got a full course meal. This platter of an LP is loaded with goodies. “Kiss Me” and “Call […]

Cassie by Cassie [Retro Music Review] During the 90's Bad Boy Records was nev...

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I do believe God closes doors to open bigger ones. There is always a time to move forward in life to focus on what makes you happy and what brings you joy. And here’s a reminder to be the change you want to see. Set the example for what is to come, otherwise you’re just talking to hear your own voice and setting the tone for low expectations. And never allow people who never believed in you to influence your day or decision making. I will enjoy my life to the fullest and make sure every day I keep it […]

Slice of Cayke: Keep It Positive I do believe God closes doors to open b...

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Remember the time when groups like SWV, Sista, and En Vogue could actually sing? Unfortunately, R&B quartet Cherish won’t remind you of those times. Carried by 808 bass-driven production (“Do It To It,” which, admittedly, is a dope record) that is common with today’s singing groups, Cherish uses catchy hooks and simplistic harmonies (“Show And Tell”) to carry their weakly written songs. “Chevy” is a good example of their flaws; on the thumping song they encourage their male pursuers to treat them like their prized vehicle. With production from Don Vito, among other greats, the beats do bang. Listeners can […]

Unappreciated by Cherish [Retro Music Review] Remember the time when groups like SWV,...

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I’m thankful to wake up. Not everyone is promised tomorrow. I’m thankful to be in a position to bless others and uplift people on a daily. I’m thankful to be able to provide for my family and friends. I’m thankful for those that have grown with me and stuck around despite not seeing each other often. I’m thankful for a good coparenting situation. I’m thankful to those who send positivity my way and help me stay elevated when times are tough. I’m thankful to be able to be in my son’s life and watch him grow. I’m thankful for the lessons […]

Slice of Cayke: I’m Thankful I'm thankful to wake up. Not everyone i...

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If you’re trying to get into sync, this misunderstanding might be holding you back from hundreds of sync placements. People come up to me and tell me they want to get into sync licensing. A lot of times they stuff like this: “Well, I’ve got the perfect song for sync licensing I’ve got this song, it’s called ‘Basketball’. It would work really good for a basketball game.” What I want people to understand is that, when it comes to sync, you’re not writing jingles or songs that are specifically narratives to what’s going on in the scene. What you’re trying […]

Super Clean Thoughts: A Misunderstanding About Sync Licensing If you’re trying to get into sync, this...

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Singers/actresses Raven Symone and Sabrina Bryan along with Adrienne Bilon and Keily Williams (of pop group 3LW) together are Cheetah Girls – a singing quartet who appear in two original Disney films. Wildly popular with the House of Mouse elementary and teen demo, adults looking for serious vocals and song writing may not enjoy this child’s play. Here on their sophomore album and soundtrack, the Girls set the tone for their second movie; that tone being sometimes not great songs, hooks lacking creativity, and over-singing of adlibs. While children and preteens may enjoy “Step Up,” “Strut,” and Raven’s solo “Everyone’s […]

Cheetah Girls 2 by The Cheetah Girls [Retro Music Review] Singers/actresses Raven Symone and Sabr...

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I’ve really been thinking about this idea of, and I’ve said it multiple times, not making yourself small for the comfort of others. You need to be your biggest self. Don’t worry about what they think. But another perspective that I’m really thinking about is that by making yourself small for the comfort of others, you’re giving them permission to be comfortable with making themselves small too. Making yourself big should make them uncomfortable because they’re probably shrinking themselves in society in order to make them more comfortable. Being your best self can be uncomfortable but it’s the best possible […]

Super Clean Thoughts: Be Bigger I’ve really been thinking about this id...

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Lyfe opens his sophomore album with a club banger; “Slow Down” is uncharacteristic of the new era of soulfulness he established with his debut LP. This cloud soon fades, as The Phoenix rises to the type of ballad-driven, emotional, soul-stirring music I expected of Lyfe. His pain from being poor, living on the street, being alone and foolish enough to get himself imprisoned still fuels his pen. Lyfe makes songs like “The River,” “Goodbye,” “Still Here” and “More Than a Girl” feel so real, so inspiring, listeners may believe they can resurrect from any unfavorable situation and fly anew. | […]

The Phoenix by Lyfe Jennings [Retro Music Review] Lyfe opens his sophomore album with a c...

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Communication is essential for everything. Lack of communication can ruin good things. Lack of understanding can cause unnecessary issues. Lack of time in the gym will reduce swollness. You just gotta put ten toes down and get the work done. Stay motivated and stay looking forward. | By Caykemonster Caykemonster is an educator, encouraging speaker, gaming champion, and an incredibly entertaining variety streamer. Follow him on Twitch HERE

Slice of Cayke: Ten Toes Down Communication is essential for everythi...

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Sometimes I get overwhelmed because I feel like I have a lot that I need to get done and not enough hours to get it done. Or maybe I don’t feel like I’m equipped to do it. What I’ve been trying to practice is just taking a breath and realizing if I’m here, I belong here. And if God put me here, then I have everything I need to make it happen. Or I have all the people to make it happen. Don’t be afraid to ask for help, and if you’re here you belong here. Find ways to validate […]

Super Clean Thoughts: Belong Here Sometimes I get overwhelmed because I f...

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It’s time we come to the realization that sometimes life doesn’t always go how you think it should. And that’s okay. Have faith that everything will work out but do the work so that when it happens you are prepared on all levels. Believe in yourself and trust your ability to grow past your current setting. And remember to not compare yourself to others. You have your own path, and it isn’t based on what others are doing! Also, who let’s their kids at 12 years old travel the world, battle grown people, and sleep in a forest inhabited by […]

Slice of Cayke: Your Own Path It's time we come to the realization th...

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The building formally known as Toys ”R” Us is now a grave of childhood and parent-shopping memories. Reduced to a ghosty structure centered in an empty lot, it’s sadly a shell of its past glory. Nearly half of my life is attached to its insides. Its closing was hard to digest. | By Jolemite Jolemite writes poems and he writes haikus too.Jolemite writes “good” stories just for you.Feel The Mite!For more visit HERE

Toys Ain’t Us [A Pair of Graphs – Feel The Mite Edition] The building formally known as Toys ”R”...

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I drinks coffee. I drinks tea. Warm cups of caffeine sets me free. My favorite morning novelty allows eight ounces of web fluid, which is perfect for a long day of nuisances driving me up the wall. | By Jolemite Jolemite writes poems and he writes haikus too.Jolemite writes “good” stories just for you.Feel The Mite!For more visit HERE

Mugging [A Pair of Graphs – Feel The Mite Edition] I drinks coffee. I drinks tea. Warm cup...

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Sometimes I look at people and I’m like, where did they get this confidence from? They haven’t done that much so why are they that confident? Then it makes me think, why is my confidence based on what I’ve accomplished and not based on what I know I’m capable of? Why am I allowing outside forces to evaluate what I should be sure of?” I’m asking y’all, please let me know, how are you building your confidence? What are the practices you do? | By James Gardin James Gardin is a musician who’s been around the block…a few times. With […]

Super Clean Thoughts: Building Your Confidence Sometimes I look at people and I’m like...

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Rick Ross’ debut album was highly recommended. My suggestion to other listeners is play it immediately if you’re in need of a good night’s sleep. Considered a classic to some, I found Port of Miami to be repetitive – in its production and subjects. I was bored after the first few tracks. Coming off his hit single “Hustlin'”, Port reflected that song too closely. Many of its selections feel like mimics, repeat performances of one another. Often reminding of fellow Miami native Trick Daddy or iconic peer Jeezy, Ross’ street tales of grinding for money are just potholes throughout inner […]

Port of Miami by Rick Ross [Retro Music Review] Rick Ross’ debut album was highly recom...

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The joy of toys is the number of ways they can bend your imagination. In comics and movies these two troubled heroes – Spider-Man and Batman – pose a threat to bad guys. But when action-figured and placed in the right hands, they pose a theat. | By Jolemite Jolemite writes poems and he writes haikus too.Jolemite writes “good” stories just for you.Feel The Mite!For more visit HERE

This Driver is Bats [A Pair of Graphs – Feel The Mite Edition] The joy of toys is the number of ways t...