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Just Some Rap Kickin’ 3

October 17, 2020October 17, 2020The SandboxLeave a comment

I didn’t foresee going almost a year before revisiting this concept! The good news is that we’re two away from making it a segment on its own. The greater news is that the fourth edition is weeks away. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves — especially when I laced something special in my...

Smoke x Mirrors ’20|05: III

May 31, 2020May 31, 2020Smoke x MirrorsLeave a comment

I feel like this playlist is best represented by the song “Magnificent” by JD Era, the third track here. It’s clear, concise lyricism over beats that complement by matching the intensity of the rhyme slayers. These songs made me pay attention to what was being said; the slick shit, the witty lines, capped with...

Hazy Hues 03: Introspection

May 24, 2020September 23, 2020Hazy HuesLeave a comment

I see no changes wake up in the morning and I ask myselfIs life worth living should I blast myself – Tupac Shakur...

R&Cs: Perfect Illusion

January 3, 2019December 31, 2018Roll and CoastersLeave a comment

It is with relatively little fanfare that Lady Gaga has returned to the pop music circuit. Then again, in this election year, the hottest export from the States is a Donald Trump fait divers. Back to the music, I look forward to more Martin Garrix material; I believe that the Dutch DJ is poised...

R&Cs: Hold Up/Fade

January 3, 2019December 31, 2018Roll and CoastersLeave a comment

In terms of constantly pushing the boundaries of the music video, its format, its aesthetics, its significance and its importance in their catalog, Beyoncé and Kanye West should immediately spring to mind. It’s only right that two of our most prominent pop culture reference points should share top billing....

Smoke x Mirrors ’18|12: I

December 8, 2018December 8, 2018Smoke x MirrorsLeave a comment

I skipped one but I’m back at ya in a major way! Much in the same way as the artists/groups that make up this playlist. Let me explain. Along with my previous recent recommendations, I’ve been absorbed by the latest releases from Cassper Nyovest, J.I.D, Leikeli47, Meek Mill and La Même Gang, all of...

Smoke & Mirrors v4

April 4, 2018April 8, 2018Smoke x MirrorsLeave a comment

Hey, you! Yes, you! It’s “Smoke & Mirrors” time again, so come and check these out. We’re onto the fourth volume now. As far as I’m concerned, I’m loving the momentum that this is taking. What about you?...

Smoke & Mirrors v2

March 21, 2018March 22, 2018Smoke x MirrorsLeave a comment

Just like that, a week has gone by. As promised, this is second volume of “Smoke & Mirrors”. Here I put together more music to kick back and reflect to. I really hope you get to enjoy and, if possible, take your time to enjoy these. As SiR says, “Life is so much better...