DEPECHE MODE: People are People

"So we're different colors
And we're different creeds
And different people have different needs
It's obvious you hate me
Though I've done nothing wrong
I've never even met you so what could I have done"

The best music stands the test of time.  BUT, great music is made in times of great pressure.  Who's willing to step out and speak their mind?  Depeche Mode has NEVER had that problem.  Their sound and lyrics often finds a piece of your souls and touches your core because...they're expressing exactly how you feel.

Another great choice by Nerissa.. thanks for sharing your mood.  I needed this song today after work!

© 2006 WMG People Are People (Remastered Video)

The Underachievers: Star Signs / GENERATION Z

I'm not even gonna hold you, I like to like music. But if you know me, you know it's hard for me to become a fan.  That...you have to earn.  One album in (that I've heard) and I've been genuinely interested in The Underachievers. 

"Raised up deep in the beast
Had a first hand see to the war in the streets
Rely on gripping the heat
And they multiply by getting them kids
That's why I'm speaking for peace
Cause niggas be dying over the beef
But please don't fuck with the gods
You gon' be surprised by what you gon' get"

Today I felt likea bit...unnerved.  Like I'm being underestimated or taken for granted.  That only makes me become greater so I welcome that.  I say all that cause I came in ready to post "Generation Z" but came across a video compilation with "Star signs" so I figured...what the hell, I like em both!  Check these brother out ya'll...you won't be disappointed.

Official music video for "Star Signs" (Prod. by Nick León) & "Generation Z" (Prod. by Nick León & POSHtronaut). Directed by @YASHXANA Edited by Cullen Golden & Ben Guzman Cinematography by Michael Townley Production Assistant: Doug Keenan 'Evermore - The Art Of Duality' out now!

Nas: You know my style #TBT

This double album got so much rotation on my day to day playlist.  Love this album!...okay okay, lemme settle down. Street's Disciple is one of those under rated Nas albums that I argue often was one of his best.  The whole mood on the album gave off a feel of royalty...this track was no different.

"Don't talk, just hold your breath
Been here a while, s'only one nigga left
And all'a y'all know my style
I spend dough but I still let it pile" -Nas

I listen to this song and feel like I can handle whatever comes my way.  I hope that makes you feel that way today...Enjoy Ya'll

PROPS.ICE: Get by

Different ways we"Get By".  What does it mean to you?

The video was done by the amazing Michelle Lawton.  A talented Producer and Photographer that captured the mood of the song PERFECTLY.  Hit her up on her IG @tolive_tolearn if you're interested in touching base with her.  Special shoutout to Gigcave for the opportunity!

Interested in more ICE? Check out an interview here by Nina at The Stylegazer. Thanks for all the love and support!

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Anderson .Paak: Come Down

“And you talking all that shit, now come on

You gonna have to back it up”

If you are a writer...every line, every word, syllable and flow matters to you.  You want them to hear it all.  To quote one of the greats:

“INHAAALE, my rhyme is kinda fat reminiscent of a whale” –Q Tip

Enter Anderson .Paak…yes, the “new ” R&B artist.  Have you listened to his songs?!?!?! His words!?!?! This brother got bars!!! What’s amazing is that everything...from the sound to the lyrics have purpose…cause it is.  He has a catalogue to prove it.  This brother is gifted.

Now, if you’re a casual listener…you’ll still love him.  Beats are fiyah.  1st and last bars of every verse are iron clad…but just hear me when I say “sit with the songs for a while”

It does something to you. The Production/Musicianship is so thorough.  Lyrics are shady…yes, oh yes! He meant to do you dirty like that!

“Can't see her with this pitch black Gucci frames on

Let me take these bitches off

Let me get the full scope, hold up

Huh, full screen, HD, let me take another picture”

Just…listen.  But if you listen, sit.  Cause this shit will hit you hard.  I prefer his album “Venice” but “Malibu” is a great follow up.  You can’t really be disappointed with an artist that takes his sound this seriously.  He’s authentically fresh.  It’s surreal.  Do me a favor though.  Don't say he sounds like anyone.  When you realize how long he’s been doing this on stage it can make you wonder if he's influenced others but...I digress.  C'mon sun.  He’s not new.  He’s just new to you.  N’ that’s cool.  Just stay a while.  Inhale.

“Whoa, cool beans, cool beans

That's a whole lot of reefer

Let me help you with the pre-roll”

From the album "Malibu". Out Now! iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/malibu/id1065681363&app=itunes Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/4VFG1DOuTeDMBjBLZT7hCK Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-music&field-keywords=Malibu Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/music/album/Anderson_Paak_Malibu?id=B562fkkr2nawzqrty3v5vr2x7fe OBE / Steel Wool / Art Club / EMPIRE

PARTYNEXTDOOR ft. Drake: Work

We know this song.  We know/I know and can admit that Rihanna killed this song. Right? Right.  Still,it's always nice to step back and enjoy the way the originator sings it.  Enter PARTYNEXTDOOR.

He's been blowing up and steadily on the rise...he could have easily done the song but went with Rhianna and it's been a hit ever since.  The rest is history.  Or Work.

Enjoy the song.  Enjoy his version.  Hell, play them back to back (pun intended).  It's worth the listen.

BTW: Drakes feature is still on it if you like the song for a certain MC with bars. -Salute

PartyNextDoor's Reference Track For Rihanna's "Work" Surfaces Online!!!! The original reference track for "Work," later performed by Rihanna and Drake, is co-written by and features vocals from PartyNextDoor. PARTYNEXTDOOR ft. Drake "Work" Reference Track For Rihanna PARTYNEXTDOOR ft. Drake "Work" Reference Track For Rihanna PARTYNEXTDOOR ft. Drake "Work" Reference Track For Rihanna PARTYNEXTDOOR ft.

Musiq Soulchild: Wait a minute

"Something that I said, I'll never do
I think I'm in, wait a minute
I think I'm in love with you
I think I'm in, hold up, yeah
I think I'm in love with you" -Musiq

Musiq’s still got it.  I’ve always been a fan since Aijuswanaseing…we all have.  I mean, who didn’t hum along to “just friends”?  I’ll wait…

So album after album we’ve seen this brother make music his way whether some liked the evolution or not.  I don’t know about you but I’ve always respected that about him.  Check out his album.  He went back to his roots a little and I’m sure he’ll make some new fans too.  After listening to this album, I’ll stay around for the ride.

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