Wild Mountain Thyme is a dull romance
Every so often, I will check out a film just based on who is behind the scenes. Screenwriter John Patrick Shanley’s latest project Wild Mountain Thyme is one of the movies.
Wayback Wednesday Concert Review Musiq Soulchild: Bethesda Blues & Jazz
Neo-Soul Crooner Musiq Soulchild graced the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club on Saturday, July 21st 2018. Dressed in jean shorts and a t-shirt, Musiq seemed relaxed and ready to perform; however, the show came across as more of a sound check than an actual performance.
Throwback Tuesday Album Review : Gary “Lil G” Jenkins, The Other Side
Gary Jenkins, better known as “Lil G” of legendary R&B group Silk, released his solo debut, The Other Side, in July of 2005. During time I served my county as a member of the United States Air Force while stationed in the United Kingdom.
Album Review : Raheem DeVaughn , What A Time To Be In Love
Raheem DeVaughn releases his eighth album, What a Time to Be in Love, on The SoNo Recording Group. The soul singer’s latest project is entirely produced by his frequent collaborators, The Colleagues.
Wayback Wednesday Concert Review: Trey Songz, Warner Theater
On Sunday, May 14th, 2017, Trey Songz brought his music anticipated “Tremaine tour to the Warner Theater in Washington, D.C. In support of his seventh album, “Tremaine.” With a predominantly female audience in tow, Songz born Tremaine Neverson effortlessly showed through a two hour set why he’s still one of the most recognizable voices in […]
Flashback Friday Concert Review : Jay-Z ,4:44 Tour Verizon Center
The DMV enjoyed a fantastic night of hip hop music on Wednesday, November 29th, 2017. One of the best rappers to ever grace the mic, Jay-Z made a stop at Capital One Arena for his highly anticipated ”4:44″ tour.
Flashback Friday Album Review: Keith Sweat, A Christmas Of Love
Keith Sweat, who perfected the art of begging in R&B music, dabbled in Christmas music with his album A Christmas of Love released on November 20th, 2007, via Rhino Records. When the album was released, Sweat had already released eight solo albums throughout his two-decade career.
Half Brothers is textbook Lifetime
Comedic hijinks ensue when two long lost brothers reunite in Focus Features Half Brothers. Directed by Luke Greenfield, Half Brothers centers on Renato (Luis Gerardo Méndez), a successful Mexican aviation executive.
Chadwick Boseman radiates excellence in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
The late Chadwick Boseman galvanized the screen in Netflix’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Directed by George C. Wolfe and written by playwright & actor Ruben Santiago–Hudson, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is an adaption of August Wilson’s 1984 same-titled play.
Flashback Friday Concert Review : Big Daddy Kane, Howard Theatre
It was a nostalgic old-school party when hip hop legend Big Daddy Kane graced the stage of the Howard Theater on Friday, June 16th, 2017. Kane has always been in my top five lyricists. BDK showcased charisma on the stage.
Throwback Thursday Concert Review: Kendrick Lamar, Verizon Center
When real Hip Hop is a dying art form, it’s always refreshing to see an artist like Kendrick Lamar. Through a four-album discography and six-year career, Kendrick has slowly become of the greats of his generation.
Throwback Thursday Album Review : Alexander O’Neal, My Gift To You
Soul singer Alexander O’Neal was basking in the success of his gold-selling self-titled debut and his platinum-selling sophomore album Hearsay when he released his Christmas album. Tabu Records released My Gift to You on November 11th, 1988.