Concert Review: Jodeci At The Theater At MGM
Sunday, September 1st, was a night of R&B Nostalgia in Oxon Hill, Maryland, at The Theater At MGM when Jodeci, the Bad Boys of R&B, performed. I was fortunate enough to see Jodeci twice when they supported the legendary New Edition on their 2021 Legacy tour, but unfortunately, I missed the group’s Las Vegas House of Blues Residency.
Second Listen Sunday: Michael Jackson, “Got to be There”
This weekend is about celebrating the King of Pop, Mr. Michael Jackson, and his legacy. For this week’s Second Listen Sunday, I wanted to highlight his debut solo album, “Got To Be There,” which was released on January 24th, 1972.
Slow Jam Saturday: Michael Jackson, “Loving You
Fifteen years after his untimely passing, the King of Pop’s music continues to resonate with us, a testament to its timeless appeal. As we honor his heavenly birthday this past Thursday, I wanted to pay tribute to him with ‘Loving You’ for this week’s Slow Jam Saturday.
Second Listen Sunday : Sisqó, Genesis
When we reminisce about the potential of lead singers who could have been iconic solo acts, the name Sisqó immediately springs to mind. The front man for R&B quartet Dru Hill, Sisqó, stormed onto the scene in 1999 with his solo debut ‘Unleash the Dragon.’ The success of the singles ‘Incomplete’ and ‘Thong Song’ propelled Sisqó’s solo debut to sell a staggering five million copies in the US alone, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
Slow Jam Saturday : Raheem DeVaughn, Let’s Fall In Love
Washington, D.C.-based singer Raheem DeVaughn is coming home for two shows later this month at The Legendary Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, Virginia. So, for this week’s Slow Jam Saturday, a segment where we celebrate the best slow jams in R&B, I wanted to give some kudos to one of his new ballads, “Let’s Fall in Love.”
“Ol’Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys” wonderfully plays to the legendary MC
Father-and-son filmmakers Jason and Sam Pollard, known for their insightful and empathetic storytelling, have joined forces to produce theFather-and-son filmmakers Jason and Sam Pollard, known for their insightful and empathetic storytelling, have joined forces to produce the documentary “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys” for A&E. This compelling documentary provides an in-depth look into the life and legacy of the iconic Hip-Hop figure Big Baby Jesus. documentary “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys” for A&E. This compelling documentary provides an in-depth look into the life and legacy of the iconic Hip-Hop figure Big Baby Jesus.
“The Forge” is another winner from The Kendrick Brothers
Christian filmmaker Alex Kendrick brings his latest faith-based film to the big screen in “The Forge” from Affirm. Alex pens the film’s screenplay with his brother Stephen. Isaiah Wright (Aspen Kennedy) is at a crossroads. Just a year out of high school, he has yet to chart a course for his future. His mother, Cynthia (Priscilla Shirer), is a dedicated and successful hairdresser who deeply believes in her son’s potential, a belief rooted in her unwavering faith. She prays tirelessly each day, hoping he’ll discover the right path. In an unexpected twist of fate, Isaiah meets Joshua Moore (Cameron Arnett), a seasoned and successful businessman who brings positive change into his life.
“The Clean up Crew” is a cinematic mess
Following the underwhelming ‘Cult Killer,’ director Jon Keeyes fails to deliver an enjoyable action film with ‘The Clean up Crew,’ released by Saban Films. The screenplay, penned by Matthew Rogers, features a cast including Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Swen Temmel, Ekaterina Baker, Academy Award winner Melissa Leo, and Antonio Banderas, who previously collaborated with Keeyes on ‘Cult Killer.’
Second Listen Sunday: Marques Houston, Veteran
Former teen idol Marques Houston had successfully transitioned to a credible R&B vocalist with their second solo album, “Naked,” in the fall of 2005. Houston continued to make a name for himself two years later with this third album, “Veteran,” this week’s pick for Second Listen Sunday.
Slow Jam Saturday: Heatwave, “Look After Love”
For mainstream music fans, if you ask them to name a song from London disco-funk band Heatwave, the go-to answer is more than likely either “Boogie Nights,” “The Groove Line,” or the iconic ballad “Always and Forever.” So, while I could write a lengthy piece on “Always and Forever” for this week’s Slow Jam Saturday, I wanted to highlight “Look After Love” from the band’s fifth album, 1982’s “Current.”
The Murder of Air McNair is another engaging entry in the Untold series
Directors Rodney Lucas and Taylor Ward team up for a compelling installment in Netflix’s “Untold” series with “Untold: The Murder of Air McNair.” This documentary delves into the tragic story of Air McNair’s murder, offering an in-depth exploration of the events surrounding this high-profile case.
Bel-Air continues to entertain with its junior season
As the summer of 2024 draws close, Season 3 of “Bel -Air” debuts on Peacock. The new season picks up a month after Season 2’s finale events when Will (Jabari Banks) inquired to Lisa (Simone Joy Jones) about summers in Bel Air. The audience is immediately plunged into the fun.