8ight: The Stepson of Erykah Badu (Official Release)

Firstly, it's Valentine's day SO, I'd like to wish everyone a splendid Valentines day. And to those of you who are like me, and determine to be utterly bitter because you don't have a Valentine, or a significant other for that matter, this goes out to you.


As previously promised, and currently anticipated I have a real treat for you. Furthermore, I'm SO glad to support my dear Durand. I've learned that his giftings extend a lot further than his music, but every one enjoys a good wholesome jam.


I feel it only proper to give you my complete and honest opinions of this mixtape, and it's contents. My statements do not in anyway reflect my personal opinion of the artist, but the output of the individual. Let's dive right in; shall we?


There are two versions of the release available. An 'Annie Don't Wear NO panties' version, and a 'Peace after revolution' version aka an unedited and a clean. It ONLY seems right that the album would have eight tracks; 

1. Incarcerated Intuition - There's SO much going on when you press play. You may think you're hearing voice, but NO that's ALL on the track. Immediately, you plunge into the underground with famous "Doh-doom doh's" a la Ra-Re Valverde. This is an intense mix of SO many good artists I think I'd be unable to continue this blog if I got into them. I'll just let you do your research, but I give this track a "jump up in the air and stay there"
2. On & On... & On - As much as I secretly stan for the vocality (HA! I just made a word, who's mad?) of Alcoholharmony this track had to grow on me. ...And by grow on me, I mean I had to force myself to listen to this after I heard it once. Once I discovered my BQT acting up as it played, I admitted to myself I liked it. The beat is real Common Sense hip-hop, and the vocals are amazing. 
3. Remnants - "Share that beat of love... Rock with yah!" That's exactly, what you'll find yourself doing; rocking. You better sing boy! * Shimmy* There's something about the melodic color flow of this song that just sends me off to space. Well, it gives me the frequent flyer miles to take off in my clef note rocket. 
4. Flipside Of The Game - *Stands at the mic and snaps* For those of you who were wondering what "BQT" is, allow me to explain. Whenever you're in a setting and find it necessary to yell "Yahz", give radical praise or anything of that nature you have BQT. The standard definition of BQT according to the ShaunSpeeh dictionary is a tourrette like outburst of emotion-filled speech that usually occurs while seeing or hearing something that tickles your fancy.
5. Citric Cipher - SO, let me bash Durand real quick. Somewhere along this journey of completing this project, Durand found his whistle register and decided to put it all up an through this mixtape. I don't know who he thinks he is for throwing all of this squeakery in my tweeders, but I love it. These arrangements were real sweet to my ear hairs, even though he claims to be "sugar free".
6. Se7en - I'm VERY emotional and something about this song just made my heart melt. The emotions are there, and the sincere delivery made it so much stronger. Actually, I closed my eyes and listened to this track, and I could imagine myself sitting in a puddle of blue-green flower puddles being adored by someone. ... And then I woke up from that dream as quickly as this track ended. This is a TOTAL teaser; I want more.
7. EnPhatuation(s) - I'm absolutely floating on this psychedelic river boat listening to this track. This song just makes me feel like I'm on a crystal myth, perhaps even angel dust like trip. The beat behind this song was very new age. Can you feel the Deep Forest behind the music? This is probably the most lyrically clever as far as weaving together songs that play off of each other's moods. This track is a "sweet thing".
8. Ebi - This is almost like hearing "Before" on Muhsinah's "Oscillations: Triangle" project. That track was the best way to begin her album. Perfectly adjacent to that, this was the best song to put as the ending of the project. The diction and choice of I think this is one of my favorites, if NOT my absolute favorite. 

NOW you can give your feedback. Download the 8ight: The Stepson of Erykah Badu mixtape right NOW. Stick your pinky finger in my tea...

Power Forward Music Download: Crash Cut, Durand Bernarr, and more

Power Forward Music Download: 

Crash Cut & Durand Bernarr

Allow me to get my Erykah on real quick fast. "I'd like to dedicate this to all the creators righteous children. I've got some food in my bag for you. NOT that editable food, that food you eat. No. I have food for thought." ... Here are the goods! Are we ready, children?

I'm handing you these goods from some of the best places in music so, I hope you're thoroughly nourished by the end of this. One download for comedy, a second for eargasm, and a third for the heck of it... Enjoy it. :)

Oh yeah! ... Do NOT judge me for this post. My BIG brother put me up to it. Thank you and bye-bye. Hmph. ... You're doing it!  You're judging me. The last time I do something like this! *Folds arms* LMBO.

Download Crash Cut's "Amen" album; Durand Bernarr's "Remnants" from the "8ight: The Stepson of Erykah Badu" mixtape; Chanj's "In the Name of You" mixtape.

Music Monday Special #1: Tawiah (Melodramatic Funk/ Indie Pop)

Music Monday Special: Tawiah 

(Melodramatic Funk/ Indie Pop)

I have a bit of an announcement so, gather around. Allow me to apologize for not putting you onto this over-seas artist sooner. You are simply NOT complete without her music in your life.  I'm NOT sure why I overlooked her when I pick people to write about. I think when I fell and bumped my head, a screw came loose. 

It was a early one Saturday morning, and some one sent me a video of a  young lady named Tawiah doing a live cover of Soul 4 Real's "Candy Rain". I'm NOT sure exactly what it was about her that caught me every type of off guard... and unsurprisingly I loved it. I'm a BIG sucker for a good, wholesome surprise. *Wink*

Tawiah hails from South London, born in Battersea. She actually had her beginnings doing studio backgrounds for Corrine Bailey Rae. From there she moved on to be a singer under the direction of Mark Ronson, in his band. And then there was "In Jodi's Bedroom"... and her single "Watch Out" which received high reviews and was campaigned by Giles Peterson. You check the records through and through, Tawiah is a solid talent.

  

I really don't think any of the persuasive talk that I usually do is necessary on this blog post, because her talent really says everything that you need to hear. I highly advise that you go to iTunes, and buy Tawiah's EP now! Add her as a friend on Music myspace, and follow her on Twitter. Of course I'm always willing to oblige the disbeliever. I do believe that I only let the creme of the crop come through my ears. SO, here's the video that made me fall so head over hills for her artistry. Until NEXT time...