Music Thursdays X New Alicia Keys

It's been a while since we heard something new from Alicia Keys so while I was at work I stumbled across a song from Alicia Keys called Typewriter. As soon as I clicked play I fell in love with it. More so with the beat and the rhythm. The song is sultry and has a an olden day feel to it. In the beginning of the song she welcomes you to her "laboratory" and beckons you to a "window" so that you will be able to see what she sees. Apparently the song was recorded a while back around 1997 and will be featured on

 her 10th Anniversary edition of "Songs in a Minor".

 

Beyonce + Best Thing I Never Had

Everyone's been at that point in their life where they thought they really wanted someone but found out it wasn't just meant to be. Or better yet, they ended up the "best thing you never had" . This song really speaks to me and I thought I would share it. So far this is my favorite of the singles she's released as of yet...

"There was a time
I thought, that you did everything right
No lies, no wrong
Boy I, must've been outta my mind
So when I think of the time that I almost loved you
You showed your ass and I saw the real you..."

Listen here: Best Thing I Never Had 

African Rhythm Thursdays !!

Keeping in touch with my African heritage is something I cherish and I never turn down an opportunity to enlighten others about the rich cultural heritage that Africa possesses. So I'm doing something a little different. Every Thursday I will post about 3 music videos or songs from African artists. African artists are coming along in the game especially those from my home country Nigeria ! So enjoy something different for a change.

One love, one Africa

Music meets Jersey's Next Big Thing "Doobskii Bad Asz"

It's always a pleasure to blog about people who are trying make a name for themselves, especially in the music industry. And to top it all off, this new 19 year old sensation who goes by the name of "Doobskii Bad Asz" is from Jersey !!! Automatic WIN !!

"Doobskii Bad Asz" was born in Newark, NJ and grew up in Maplewood NJ. She first started writing poetry, but felt like it had too much of a fixed flow, so she started writing. She started rapping when she was about 14, and used rapping as a way to vent about her feelings and to cope with things. 

Her first mixtape, " The Show Goes On" was a great hit and some of my favorites off the mixtape are " Why Wouldn't I & Jersey Girls ". It's hosted by DJ Cassius Cain and is affiliated with her record label D.T.A recordz.

When asked what makes her different than other artists, she states, " because I'm honest. Everything I talk about, I've lived through. I stay real. In this game, it's not about what you know, it's who you know and I'm not kissing anybody's ass !" <-- I couldn't agree anymore with what she said !

Besides doing shows, Doobskii is currently working on her 2nd mixtape which might be titled " The Cypha Bully" but that has yet to be decided. Other projects she's working on include various photoshoots for her mixtapes, shooting videos for her first mixtape and cameo's in other artists videos. Her record label DTA is currently working on a compilation album with Verbal Assassin, Lady A, herself, alongside with a few special guests ! Stay tuned for that people ! 

I really see her doing big things ! Let's Support Jersey Artists !

To download and listen to her mixtape ,  here's the link --> The Show Must Go On Mixtape

and check out one of her videos too ---> Listen 2da Radio- Visual 

Follow her on twitter page @doobiebadasz  /// Facebook : Doobskii Badd Asz

 

Enjoy loves :)