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The Blueprint for the Bold
As Spring comes to a slow start, and artists from the early to mid 2000’s begin to headline their tours - I couldn’t help but to think about one of the most pivotal forces in R&B who’s no longer with us physically, but still remains a strong inspiration in the R&B world.
D’Angelo, and the Art of Depth
I’ve learned a lot from D’Angelo’s music. Many things. Depth through musical expression, and even how to sing. Not just with your voice, but from your inner core. Something that can’t be replicated by anyone else.
The Price of Community is Inconvenience
I’ve been seeing this phrase circulating around online, and it made me laugh at first. Mostly because I thought it was sarcasm or a joke. But, once I really scanned the phrase once more - I realized it’s some truth to it entirely.
The Suite Urban Theme
There once was a time, long before “Tiny Desks” and “COLORS” performances when artists had a drummer, a guitarist, their backup singers, and a true live audience.