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Smoke x Mirrors ’20|05: I

May 25, 2020May 25, 2020Le PimentierLeave a comment

I don’t know about you, but I still can’t get to this new normal. As challenging as it has been to digest new music without freedom to move about or congregate, it has been a welcome distraction and an efficient coping resource. And with our beloved artists still doing what they know best, I...

Smoke x Mirrors ’20|02: III (R.I.P. Pop Smoke)

February 27, 2020February 27, 2020Le PimentierLeave a comment

There’s no silver lining in senseless tragedies. Hip-Hop has (yet again!) been robbed of another talent; I’m talking about Pop Smoke. The kid was only 20! One of my homies was just lamenting about only getting on the Brooklynite’s explosive brand of drill. And a week ago, another one was sadly observing how they...

Smoke x Mirrors ’20|02: I

February 12, 2020February 12, 2020Le PimentierLeave a comment

I know a bunch of us are plotting for this Valentine’s weekend 😈😈😈. I’m pretty sure another bunch is agonizing and devising evasion tactics for the same occasion 😅😅😅. The homie Yoshi has already laced y’all up with a spectacular playlist to rock for the later hours — add that to your arsenal! So...

Smoke x Mirrors ’20|01: I

January 24, 2020January 29, 2020Le PimentierLeave a comment

Happy new year! Let’s pick where we left off, shall we? I’m starting off my 2020 today for a couple of reason. Closing last year was an otherwordly riot and I had to take the proper amount of time to recover. Also, I stumbled on a loooot of great songs over the past few...

Flying Over 2019, Pt. II: Africa to the World?

December 31, 2019January 2, 2020Hewa VibesLeave a comment

2019 is in the books and we’ve tried as much (and as quick) as possible to whittle down the music we’ve enjoyed to our favorites. It turned out that, between four guys, we had a loooot of them — in spite of overlaps! In the end, we agreed to pick out a few major...

Smoke x Mirrors ’19|12: I

December 17, 2019December 17, 2019Le PimentierLeave a comment

Some may say, “Bro, we’ve been at this for two weeks now!” And my retort would be: “I’m right on time, now make way!” Welcome to Detty December! This is how we get down! The festive year-ending season is in full swing and I will definitely have my say! So in between concerts, festivals,...

What Better Way to Kick Off the Weekend Than with Happy Hour

November 1, 2019November 1, 2019Salute the MixLeave a comment

The weekend is here! Yo, the weekend is here! You must not have hear me: the weekend is HERE! I’m ecstatic about spending the next couple of days sweating away the stresses of daily grind. (Somebody tell me where I can get a refund for this adulting thing, for real!) If you’re with me,...

R&Cs: Risky

October 23, 2019February 13, 2020Roll and CoastersLeave a comment

Another one! Say it again with that trademark DJ Khaled understated emphasis! That would probably be what Davido uttered as he launched his latest single, “Risky”, which has all it takes to be another megahit in the same vein as “Assurance” and “Fall“. It’s also a sign that we’re in for a great sophomore...

Smoke x Mirrors ’19|06: II

June 30, 2019July 1, 2019Le PimentierLeave a comment

As we waive good bye to the first half of 2019, let us look forward to the second half. Personally, I’m looking forward to doubling up on what my partners and I have been able to pull off thus far. Speaking of doubling up, I came along with more choice selections from our Ghana’s...

Smoke x Mirrors ’19|03: III

March 30, 2019March 30, 2019Le PimentierLeave a comment

As you enjoy this one, I will like you to keep variety and balance at the forefront of your lives. I believe in striving for balance with everything that you do. I also believe in finding and maintaining multiple avenues for in guidance and inspiration. These are keys, I believe, that have allowed me...