In the midst of a global health pandemic which has highlighted the extent of racial inequality and economic disparity in our society, the much anticipated return of Ayanna Witter-Johnson could not have been more welcomed […]
Tag: Music
An Interview With The Supremely Talented Celeste
In a strange turn of events you will all be able to see the face behind the blog, six years of mystique and elusiveness GONE, just like that. Thrown out the window never to be […]
Jorja Smith – Lost & Found (Album Review)
Jorja Smith’s debut outting is a pain-filled masterpiece coloured by the experience of a soul beyond its years. The most naked expression of ones soul is an occurrence that happens in flashes and spells, just […]
My Favourite Albums Of All-Time – Bad (Michael Jackson)
This is the long-awaited second instalment of the “My Favourite Albums Of All Time” series, Michael Jackson’s 1987 album “Bad” – the first being The Game’s “Jesus Piece” album all the way back in 2015. […]
Mogul Mowgli (2020) – Film Review
Bassam Tariq’s “Mogul Mowgli” is a vulnerable and brutal exploration of what happens when the illusion of control is obliterated and the fragility of self-identity is exposed. Bassam Tariq’s “Mogul Mowgli” is a vulnerable and […]
Before Bluetooth (Episode 2): The Story of Anita Ward and “Ring My Bell”
Those of you who have been following the “Before Bluetooth” series closely since it’s introductory post, will be aware that the fabled origins of this legendary series date back as far as six days ago, […]
Critiquing The Critics: Pitchfork’s ‘Detroit 2’ Album Review Is Everything Wrong With Album Reviews
Critique: A verb meaning to express your opinion about something after examining and judging it carefully and in detail. There’s a reason I began this post with the definition of the word “critique” and it […]
Before Bluetooth (Episode 1): Kool and The Gang
In light of the recent passing of Kool and The Gang co-founder, Ronald “Khalis” Bell, it only feels right that I start this series by finding out what it truly means to be Kool, and […]
Before Bluetooth: An Introduction
The transcendence of music and its ability to bridge generational gaps is where it’s beauty lies. The Michael Jacksons, Princes and Whitney Houstons are no longer participants in this physical existence that we call life, […]
