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Thursday, September 30, 2010
CD Reviews / News Trey Songz "Passion, Pain and Pleasure" CD review
Posted By Debra Seth on Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 3:17 PM
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The Deal: Born Tremaine Aldon Neverson, Songz has steadily carved his mark on the music world beginning in 2002 when he signed his first recording contract with Atlantic Records. Fast forward eight years and the same singer who had party goers everywhere "Saying Ahhhh...." all summer long is back with the unique soulful style that put him on the map.
CD Reviews / New Releases / News Mixtape Review: Young Jeezy's The Last Laugh
Posted By Mike McCray on Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 2:58 PM
The Deal: On the date which his album was originally supposed to drop, we get a mixtape instead from Young Jeezy.
The Good: "I'm Trippin" was ok. "Do It Again" would be a serviceable intro track to the actual album. All the beats by the incarcerated Shawty Redd were what you'd expect but probably would've jumped out the speakers even more if were available to put some minor touches on them.
The Bad: Completely uninspired, predictably generic lyrics and regurgitated themes, even the beats felt like joints resurrected from the cutting room floor. There was no sight of his signature flair and cleverness, which usually makes you forget you heard him spit about these things better. It actually sounded like an up and comer trying to make a mixtape sound like Young Jeezy instead of Young Jeezy himself.
One line on "Jizzle" says, "swear I hate n*ggas, I should be a fuckin' Nazi." I'm not even sensitive about shit like that but that felt out of place.
Still trying to figure out who the “they” is that says life is like a strip club, too.
The Verdict: Fingers crossed these were just throw aways from TM103 because this did the opposite of making me want that album. Thankfully, he's been three-for-three on studio albums, but none of his mixtapes have been as good or as impactful as Trap Or Die in 2005.
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Release date: Sept. 29, 2010
New Releases / Videos / News Video: Wayne Brady & Mike Tyson cover "Every Little Step"
Posted By Mike McCray on Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 1:59 PM
Simply put, this video made my week!
Videos / News A history of rap
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 10:42 AM
Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake and The Roots got together to perform a history of rap last night on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Fallon has to be one of the most talented singer/impressionists out there.
Opinion / Eric Mullis / News Venturing out of your comfort zone
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Thu, Sep 30, 2010 at 10:15 AM
It’s often remarked that Charlotte can be a compartmentalized town — you can stay in your neck of the woods and rarely find the need to venture into other areas. You could live in the University area, for example, and never desire to check out Plaza Midwood or Dilworth since everything you need is in the University area.
After playing music in Charlotte for the last few years, I’ve noticed that the area music venues also tend to draw the same crowds. Some folks like to hang out at the Double Door, others call Snug Harbor home, and so on.
There are a few reasons why this happens.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Photos / Live Reviews / News Live review: Garotas Suecas, Andy the Doorbum, Super Ape
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Wed, Sep 29, 2010 at 3:08 PM
Garotas Suecas, Andy the Doorbum, Super Ape
Snug Harbor
Sept. 28, 2010
The Deal: Local artists kick off show in support of Brazilian sextet.
The Good: The night got started with a short, but sweet, set by Charlotte's Super Ape. The quintet combines keyboards and samples with drums, guitar and bass to create as much of an atmosphere as it does a song. While the individual band members might look like they're doing something simple, the complete sound produced by all five is something sonically substantial that's worth taking notice of. No lyrics here as the instrumental band settles into a groove and rides it.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
News / Concert Announcement / Giveaway Homebrew Release Party — Oct. 15
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 3:18 PM
We've given out the details before, but we're doing it again. The release party for Jeff Hahne’s Homebrew Vol. 4 will be held at the Neighborhood Theatre on Oct. 15 at 8 p.m.
Here’s the schedule:
8 p.m. – Bubonik Funk
8:30 p.m. – Electric Coma
9 p.m. – Mike Strauss Band
9:30 p.m. – Matrimony
10 p.m. – Isaac Spiveys
10:30 p.m. – Wiggle Wagons
11 p.m. – Grown Up Avenger Stuff
Yep, Matrimony is flying in from England to be here for the show, and Mike Strauss is pretty sure his entire seven-member band will be performing.
It’s gonna be a great show and the best part — it’s free! You can also pick up a FREE CD while you’re there. The CD is sponsored by the Visulite Theatre, Rock University and Common Market.
News / Opinion Rock Hall of Fame nominees announced
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 11:00 AM
The nominees for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame have been announced. They are:
Alice Cooper
Beastie Boys
Bon Jovi
Chic
Neil Diamond
Donovan
Dr. John
J. Geils Band
LL Cool J
Darlene Love
Laura Nyro
Donna Summer
Joe Tex
Tom Waits
Chuck Willis
What do you think? Should Donna Summer be included in the "Rock and Roll" hall of fame? What about the Beastie Boys — they play rock instruments sometimes — or LL Cool J? Neil Diamond?
I think the definition of rock has gotten to be somewhat all-encompassing, but it seems more like this is becoming a "music" Hall of Fame — more than just a rock one.
New Releases / News This week's new releases (9/28/2010)
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 10:32 AM
Here's a quick rundown of what's new in stores this week:
Bad Religion The Dissent of Man
Kenny Chesney Hemingway's Whiskey
Eric Clapton Clapton
Phil Collins Going Back
Deerhunter Halcyon Digest
Doobie Brothers World Gone Crazy
Ben Folds and Nick Hornby Lonely Avenue
Gin Blossoms No Chocolate Cake
Halford Made of Metal
Ice Cube I am the West
Jimmy Eat World Invented
Nellie McKay Home Sweet Mobile Home
Seal 6: Commitment
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Live In Chicago
Soundgarden Telephantasm
Pete Yorn Pete Yorn
Neil Young Le Noise
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