I watched this a couple weeks ago and was blown away by everything. The string section also took it to the next level.
Katy B angelic vocals sound amazing as always.
Magnetic Man in Session - Magnetic Man ft. Emeli Sande - I Need Air This has got to be my favourite out of the bunch. I love Emeli's Voice. She's the voice behind Chipmunks 'Diamond Rings' hook which I thought was incredible. She has also worked with Wiley, Professor Green and I'm sure there is more.
I think this is the best interview Kanye has done, why? because the you can clearly see that he is living his dream and almost doesn't know what to do with it.
It's amazing how you can be in the industry for years but only start to live your dreams years into it. And must I add 'Flashing Lights' has got to be one of the greatest music video ever!
I was actually supposed to post this video the day it came out, but there was an error with posting it. The first time I heard it, I didn't think much of the song to be honest. But then I listened to it again, and it is actually a very good song. I hear a lot of talk about how Kano is underrated, I do to. I just think he needs that one song, he has had many but I think he needs just one more to show people how relevant he is for the industry. The video directing is sick! it was directed by Bison. and on production is Chase and Status.
WSJ: You’re famous for not writing your lyrics down as you compose them. What changes about them when you see them on the page like this?
Jay-Z: Some [lyrics] become really profound when you see them in writing. Not “Big Pimpin.” That’s the exception. It was like, I can’t believe I said that. And kept saying it. What kind of animal would say this sort of thing? Reading it is really harsh.
Best Newcomer: Tinie Tempah Best UK R&B / Soul Act: Plan B Best UK Hip Hop / Grime Act: Professor Green Best International Act: Eminem Best Reggae Act: Gyptian Best Album: JLS, JLS Best Video in association with MTV Base: Tinie Tempah ft Labrinth – Frisky Best UK Act in association with Lebara Mobile: JLS Best Song in association with PRSforMusic: N-Dubz ft. Mr Hudson – Playing with Fire Best African Act: K’Naan Best Jazz Act: Empirical Best Gospel Act: Guvna B Lifetime Achievement: Billy Ocean BeMOBO: Merseyside Dance Initiative
I actually didnt watch the Mobo's this year, but check out Tinchy's performance from last night
The 63-year-old said he was not a fan of TV talent shows and confirmed that he turned down the opportunity to be a judge on American Idol. He said that he admired contemporary stars such as Lily Allen, who he traded insults with at an awards ceremony two years ago, Amy Winehouse and Lady Gaga. But there's a catch: "It's important they write their own songs, so they're not at the mercy of anyone. Songwriters today are pretty awful, which is why everything sounds the same. Contemporary pop isn't very inspiring." The Rocket Man added: "I'm not a fan of talent shows. I probably wouldn't have lasted if I'd gone on one. I was asked to judge American Idol." Sir Elton, who famously attacked Madonna for lip-synching on stage, said he "couldn't do" American Idol, which featured Simon Cowell as a judge before he quit to launch a US version of the X Factor, "because I won't slag anyone off".
I have been working on some new music for a while now and have decided to drop a new tape end of Nov. I have been working on hard on this one and musically, its where I want to be.
I haven't really done much promo for this, but lets just say-Let the music do the talking.
Ok, for those who know will be surprised! For 23 years I have been biting my nails and recently I decided to see what my nails would look like if I were to grow them, and to my surprise they are actually quite nice. Who would have thought ay? I broke a nail last week and boy did i stress out!
So yeah, I've been spending time filing and maintaining them :) like a young lady, But I never knew nail polish was so expensive-Flip me! I buy at least two a week and get them done once a week.
I'm in love with the Rimmel '60 Second' quick dry collection.
The November issue of Japanese publication POPEYE presents this editorial entitled British Invasion. Presented and styled by Tomoki Sukeza, the British invasion was captured by Junji Hata and includes several looks which work against conventional shapes and cuts. Exploring British aesthetics, the loose fitting garments are draped in heavy layers. Working with a range of garments from kilts to suits and stadium jackets the collection presented is both varied and unique.
I was listening to John's cover of 'A Song For You' yesterday which was actually great. I decided to go into the vault of Mr.Hathaway and decided to post this.
A mini-Documentary on hand-painted ads and the artist who are involved in painting them. The amount of hard work that goes into this alone is amazing!
I found this so inspirational, but at the same time sad. Technology has taken away a lot of people's livelihood.
I guess there is a who demand for advertisement, and probably not enough artists to produce such work in a short space of time-so thats where technology comes in.
But it was quite refreshing watching this and me think that maybe we need more artists to hand paint advertisements. So much more authentic.
Tracks / Twista & Pharrell – Lavish / Missy Elliott & 702 – Beep Me 911 / Amerie – Red Eye / Pleasure P – Gotta Have You / Justin Timberlake – My Love / Lil’ Wayne – Maneater / Ludacris – Move Bitch / Timbaland – Carry Out / PPP & Tiombe Lockhart – Stay with Me / Busta Rhymes & Marshia Ambrosious – Get You Some / Mary J. Blige & Will.I.Am – About You / Jay-Z & Pharrell – Excuse Me Miss / LL Cool J – Love You Better / Jay-Z – 30 Something / Lloyd – Girls Around the World / Amerie – That’s What You Are / Do or Die & Kanye West – Higher / Jay-Z – Nigga What Nigga Who? / 8Ball & MJG – You Don’t Want Drama / Three 6 Mafia – Stay High / Snoop Dogg & The-Dream – Luv Drunk / T-Pain – Can’t Believe It / Kelis & Andre 3000 – Millionaire / Beyonce – Get Me Bodied / The Neptunes – Frontin’ / Diddy Dirty Money – Hello Good Morning / Timbaland & Missy Elliott – Cop That Shit / The-Dream – All Black Everything / Mario – Music for Love / Snoop Dogg, Brandy & Pharrell – Special
I remember listening to John Mayer's album a couple years back, and serioulsy- I was blown away! He plays/sings with so much emotion! I came across his album this evening and decided to play it.'Slow dancing in a burning room' is one of my favourites of the album.
Now I have been waiting for Consequence to really blow up, im talking for the Tribe days. I know this is a little old, but like I said I havent been blogging as much. So I wanted to put this when my page was brand new! Q-tip is on production for this one and the sample is taken from Amerie's 'Got Me Trippin' song. This song really does get you in the mood for the weekend I'm looking forward to hearing more from Consequence for 2012!
I am telling you, one day I am going to design for Vans and it's going to be the biggest selling range ever! Remeber I said that! I have major plans, Vans holla! But check out Erin Magee's 'Made Me' range, it's pretty dope! I'm loving her work. Check it out!
Also check out the 'Made Me' web site too where you can download the 'Made Me' mixtape mixed by Nina Sky.
Yesterday was quite emotional, one of my good friends (The girl in the middle) is leaving today to go an travel the world for 8months. :( all I can say is this girl is brave.
So last night we all got together for something to eat (thanks to Yasmin's mum) drank and just had a good time. I told jokes, had the whole place in stitches (I must share with you one day)
But we were thinking, as she will be away for 8months; she wont be needing certain things like nail polish, clothes, bags shoes...........
We raided her wardrobe, i mean were only looking after them until she comes back. Isn't that what friends are all about? lol!
We also put together a book of memories for her to take away and read when she misses us, read what here dad wrote-it's hilarious!
Anyhoo, check out the pictures below.
Bummie, see you when you get back. Oh and I'm coming round today with the removal van to borrow your bed :)