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15 Questions With Reggae Wonder Boys, Soja
Back and ready to attack the music scene once more; Soja has recently released their 7th album, “Born in Babylon.” With a form of Story telling techniques, and a first person perspective in the journey of life; the lyrics and vibe of this record are sure to satisfy. It’s no wonder, the single “I don’t wanna wait” is hugely popular and has introduced their harmonious sound to a number of new fans. [caption id="attachment_12165" align="aligncenter" width="568" caption="Photo Courtesy of "SOJA""][/caption] “It's just different. To me, it's us at our best. Better lyrics, bigger melodies, stronger music... But that's me.” Says a modest, ...
Hip-Hop Solved the Crime
Lil’ Wayne’s got Lil’ J, Kanye West has Kid Cudi and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony have Ta Smallz. Smallz dropped a few singles in 2006 but has never released a full-length album and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s last memorable release was their "Art of War" drop in 1997. Yet, in 2009 Bizzy Bone and Ta Smallz formed a new record label LIFE ENTERTAINMENT in hopes of bringing justice, unity and therapy to a music scene where violence has been consistently encouraged. Ta Smallz suspected Feb. 23 debut and release of "Who Killed my Mama,” is dedicated to the resolution of his mother’s murder from ...
Irony, A Big Break & Noelle Bruno
Up and coming actress, Noelle Bruno has just gotten her shot to join the Hollywood circle. She’ll be joining Jerry Stiller, and Shelly Long as she co-stars in this week’s, Hallmark's original movie “Ice Dreams.” The road there, however, is a surprisingly sweet tale of art imitating life. [caption id="attachment_11954" align="alignleft" width="170" caption="Noelle Bruno as Nicky, a promising figure skater In "Ice Dreams". "][/caption] As Bruno would suggest it’s also a matter of formulating your own journey. “I think many actors have this illusion that you are going to get cast in something, and that you are going to have time to ...
2009 in Review: Singles of the Year
Part two of our three part series brings us to the top ten songs the boys and I thought got us moving. Won't you join us? Feel free to leave your favorite songs in the comments below! Dagan's De Jour: 10. Camera Obscura - French Navy (from the album My Maudlin Career) So kitschy you can't help but love it. 9. A Place to Bury Strangers - Keep Slipping Away (from the album Exploding Head) Hey, it's the Cure as a shoegaze band! 8. Thom Yorke - Hearing Damage (from The Twilight Saga: New Moon Soundtrack) "Hehe my fans are such scenesters.. let's see what they make ...
Social Commentary
To be or not to be (in love): That is the question
Musings on Super Bowl Sunday and Terrorism (Alternately Titled Terrorists: Not Just Vindictive Fuckers, Vindictive Fuckers Who Don’t Think Outside The Box)
Let’s Not Talk About Love
I’m with Conan, NBC sucks: recapping some rain-soaked rallying in Universal City
Sinning in the New Year
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