Slow Jam Saturday: The Whispers, “A Song for Donny”
If you’ve ever grieved for a departed artist or even a departed friend who left us far too soon, then “A Song for Donny” is a song for you.
“The Sandman Season 2” is worth the wait
Volume 1 of Season 2 is exceptionally engaging. Dream, portrayed by Tom Sturridge—who has adeptly synthesized the characteristics of both angels and demons into a haunting vocal performance—faces challenges that differ significantly from those presented in Season 1 as he seeks to reconnect with his dysfunctional yet very human family, known as the Endless.
“M3GAN 2.0” Is a genre-bending glow-up that stays too long at the party
Two years after besting M3Gan, Gemma (Allison Williams) and Cady (Violet McGraw) are living a somewhat tranquil life. Gemma is becoming a successful author and advocate for the regulation of artificial intelligence, while Cady, now aged 14, is in a rebellious stage. M3GAN, on the other hand, is being held in a small, harmless robotic doll for safety purposes.
Second Listen Sunday: Keyshia Cole, “Callin All Hearts”
When we look back to the spring and summer of 2005, Usher was still clearly the king for male singers under thirty in the R&B genre. While Trey Songz and Bobby Valentino had made names for themselves with their debut albums and Chris Brown’s name was starting, another singer, Ray J, decided it was time to release his third album, “Raydiation.”
Slow Jam Saturday: B2K, “Out The Hood”
B2K recently generated considerable excitement among their millennial fan base by announcing a reunion tour following a successful performance at this year’s BET Awards, reaffirming their status as a leading R&B boy band.
“Off The Grid” is a misfire for Josh Duhamel
Guy (Duhamel) is a brilliant scientist who decides to go “off the grid” to safeguard humanity after a morally bankrupt company led by Ranish (Kinnear) tries to weaponize his revolutionary technology. While hiding, he makes friends with brainy teen Chase (Michael Zapesotsky) and catches the eye of local waitress Josey (María Elisa Camargo).
“Trainwreck: Poop Cruise” explores a floating disaster too absurd to be fiction
Season 2 of Netflix’s acclaimed series Trainwreck progresses with its third episode, “Poop Cruise. ” This episode, directed by James Ross, examines the notorious incident involving Carnival Cruise Line in 2013.
Slow Jam Saturday “ Michael Jackson, “The Way You Love Me”
As we approach the sixteenth anniversary of The King of Pop joining the heavenly choir, it was only fitting that MJ was the featured artist for this week’s Slow Jam Saturday. The song I chose was “(I Like) The Way You Love Me” from his 2011 posthumous album, Michael.
As die-hard fans know, MJ originally wrote the song with teeny-bopper group Hanson in mind, but he kept it for himself. An early demo version of the song would appear on his 2004 four-disc set, “The Ultimate Collection,” where I first heard it. A year before Jackson’s passing, he would link up with producer Theron “Neff-U” Feemster to rework the track.
The elegant love song “(I Like) The Way You Love Me” illustrates Jackson’s affectionate feelings towards his partner. The first verse details Mike’s loneliness and confusion until his partner enters his life, bringing light and love to her. Michael Jackson appreciates how his partner’s love manifests through her touch, hugs, and kisses, which make him complete.
The song beautifully captures the singer’s profound sense of fulfillment derived from his relationship, illustrating the transformative journey he has undertaken because of it. MJ resonates with deep gratitude for his partner, who brings boundless joy into his life and helps him move beyond previous struggles, ushering in a sense of enduring happiness.
The lyrics intricately weave a narrative of a relationship built on a robust foundation of love and trust, which empowers the singer to pledge his unwavering commitment to his partner openly. Furthermore, MJ delivers a better vocal than some modern-day singer’s entire catalog, and it’s a shame that when he was in love, he never got a chance to promote it.
“(I Like) The Way You Love Me” is a poignant romantic homage. It celebrates MJ’s intense love for his partner while highlighting their bond’s remarkable positive changes in his life. The song’s evocative imagery and heartfelt sentiments vividly depict true love and personal growth.
Final Grade: A
“(I Like) The Way You Love Me” is available on all streaming platforms.
“F1” crosses the finish lines as a classic summer blockbuster
Acclaimed director Joseph Kosinski returns to the summer blockbuster scene with the highly anticipated film F1…
“The Waterfront” is a slow-burn southern series anchored by strong performances
Based on actual events, “The Waterfront” occurs in coastal North Carolina, where the Buckley family has maintained significant power in Havenport for many years and gained control over multiple local industries, such as fishing and dining establishments.
“Elio” is a heartwarming throwback for the imaginative kid in moviegoers
Mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader, Elio forms new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, including Questa (Jameela Jamil ), a radiant-like alien ambassador, OOOOO (Shirley Henderson), a blue gelatinous liquid supercomputer, and Glordon (Remy Edgerly), a worm-like alien with a heart of gold. However, it’s not all fun and games as Elio must navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and avoid war with Lord Grigon (Brad Garrett), a bulky, worm-like alien warlord and ambassador who is Glordon’s father.
Tribeca Review : “Paradise Records”
Since “Wild Style” hit cinemas in 1982, Hip-Hop and Hollywood have been synonymous. So it’s no surprise that Gaithersburg, Maryland-born rapper Logic moves from MC to director by exchanging rap verses for boom mic duties as he directs and stars in a hyperlocal comedy, “Paradise Records,” that celebrates the single-day sets films he grew up on.