R.I.P. Craig Mack (1970-2018): Recalling His 15 Minutes Atop Bad Boy’s Empire
Do you remember where you were when you first heard Craig Mack’s 1994 rap classic, “Flava In Ya Ear”? I remember being in a record store in Houston that August…
Cultural Appropriation? Don’t Blame Bruno Mars, Blame The Industry (oh, and ourselves, too)
Once again, superstar singer/entertainer Bruno Mars is on the butt end of new criticisms accusing him of “appropriating” (i.e., copying without having true appreciation or understanding of) black culture for…
35 Years Later – The Importance Of “Billie Jean” Cannot Be Overstated
Thirty-five years ago this week, the second single from Michael Jackson’s astronomically successful album Thriller rose to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. And 35 years later, for many…
Proud Mary J. Blige – Setting Records Is Nothing New For The R&B Superstar (and Now 2-Time Oscar Nominee)…See This List
Back in January, when Mary J. Blige was announced as a two-time nominee for this weekend’s Oscars, it was noted that the legend primarily known for her singing became the…
Steve Winwood “Hits” Tour – The Chicago Stop (I Didn’t Enjoy It, And That’s My Bad…Partially)
The first lesson any true Steve Winwood fan must learn is that the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is a classic, no-frills musician – an exceptional talent who plays…