The genre of funk was made to be played with. When James Brown wanted his musicians to play like drummers, it’s easy to assume he was just messing with everyone. George Clinton heard that groove and must’ve thought it would…
Album Review: Vic Mensa – “The Autobiography”
It’s been a long road for Vic Mensa. The 24-year-old Chicago rapper was given all the typical opportunities a new rapper gets to break into the mainstream: a XXL Freshman Class cover in 2014, collaborations with major names like Skrillex…
Album Review: Fifty Shades Darker Soundtrack
The release of a new Fifty Shades of Grey movie means one thing (to me): a new Fifty Shades soundtrack. I have no interest in the books, very little interest in the movies (I would watch them for Jamie Dornan’s…
MUSIC: My Top 10 Favorite R&B Songs
By: Melissa Berne Because I adore all of these songs, this list is in no particular order. I love all kinds of music, but I have a soft spot for R&B. This collection spans from the early 1990s to now.…