Common & Chester French - What a World

Whoever developed the concept for this and staged it deserves applause.
Britney put on a good show, but she still seems like she's holding back.

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88-Keys - Dirty Peaches (feat. J*Davey)

Common & Pharrell - Gladiator.

These two artist definitely dominate the track listing.
Total opposites, they should work together.

Here are the songs of the moment.
I hereby dub this mixtape:
"twenty -something on the verge of
moving to edge of the world"
[a compilation of words&sounds]
This shit is so not bi-monthly.
But yeah---
1+Kanye West - Paranoid
2+Britney Spears - Blur
3+Sam Sparro - Cottonmouth (yea, still!)
4+Proton - The Bee Remix
5+Beyonce - Scared of Lonely
6+Mr. Hudson - There Will Be Tears*
7+Kanye West - Heartless
8+MGMT - Time To Pretend
9+Britney Spears - Mannequin
10+Kanye West - Say You Will
11+Britney Spears - Lace & Leather
12+Solange - T.O.N.Y. (yea, I'm still on this song)
13+Rihanna - Rehab ( because of the video)
14+N.E.R.D - Sooner or Later
15+Claudette Ortiz - Message to You
16+Chris Brown - Captive
17+Kanye West - Coldest Winter
18+Kid Kudi - Day & Nite
19+Kanye West - Robocop
19+Kanye West - Amazing
20+Sam Sparro - Black & Gold (THE BEST)

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from:
"A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" DVD in stores Tuesday, Novermber 25th.

source.

USA TODAY: 4/4 Stars (their review)
Newsday: A
Times: 5/5 Stars
Chicago Sun-Times: 3/4 Stars
NME: 7/10
source.

the link, enjoy.

i missed the whole show.

Deja Moo (noun) -

Standard Officer's Jacket

Cheap Monday Alfredo Shirt Jacket

“808’s And Heartbreak” is not a commercial release, it’s not an experiment with auto-tune gone awry, and it’s not a rapper singing. “808’s And Heartbreaks” is catharsis. Think about it. Kanye West is a huge name in this industry, he sells record, he wins Grammies, he’s superstar. He’s produced for legends and he has incomparable skills as an artist. He has credentials and experience and this record doesn’t reflect that. This record isn’t full of catchy singles with extravagant production and witty one-liners. It isn’t polished to perfection and I don’t think it’s supposed to be. I can’t connect with Kanye’s pain. I’m not him, I haven’t had his life experience and I don’t know how he processes his emotions. However, I completely connect with this album. It’s exceedingly candid and forth-coming. He paints a vivid portrait of a situation, questions it then he wallows in the torment of the moment. I think we’ve all been there. In fact I tend to wallow in the torment of the moment more than one should. The production is not excessively complicated and relies heavily on drums. Kanye doesn’t rap at all and honestly I didn’t really pay any attention to that fact, simply because I was feeling the music. People have been in a tizzy over his use of auto-tune. There is a different between a respected artist using auto-tune as a tool to allow them to create using their voice and a flash in the pan using auto-tune as a gimmick to sing ring tone hits. *Shrugs Shoulders* I’m just saying. I respect that Kanye took this leap from hip-hop to…well I’m not sure what genre this album falls under, but I respect his ability to transcend his expected musical medium. This one isn’t for everybody. I don’t want to say you have to have a sophisticate musical palate to enjoy this record but you have to have a sophisticated musical palate to enjoy this record. Don’t get me wrong you’re not listening to Bach, but you have to look behind the obvious appreciate the sentiment behind it. Trust me you’ll either hate it or you’ll love it. If you’re a Kanye fan you don’t count—you’ll love it. If you’re looking for something to bump on the way to the club don’t get this one. If you’re going through some shit right now, some “life on life terms” shit as my father would say you should get a copy of “808’s And Heartbreak.” I can’t really rate this one. I’ll tell you why. When I was a junior in high school I wrote a poem for my AP Lit class. I poured my soul into that poem literally! I ripped a chunk out of myself and bled on the paper. My teacher gave me a 92. I was furious. Not because of the grade, but because she put a numerical marker on art. You can’t grade art, damnit. This record is art. It’s totally up for interpretation and it reflects basic human struggle so with that said I will end this post without grading it. Go get this album. 

My favorite songs: PARANOID, STREET LIGHTS, AMAZING, SAY YOU WILL & COLDEST WINTER.   

I can dig it.
I actually love it.
[Sans her playing in her hair while she pees on the stick
I know, i know, it's a video.
Still, I wanted to give her some antibacterial wipes.]
This is my favorite Solange song, I'm glad it's a single.

Britney's 6th studio album wll be in stores December 2nd. Here are my notes:

Womanizer – My initial reaction to this song was “I don’t get?” I thought the production was flawless but lyrically!? Lyrically, it was too simplistic, the hook was ridiculously repetitive and it irked me. Vocally it was standard. She sounds like Britney and I may be totally alone when I say this but I enjoy her voice. She doesn’t belt but she doesn’t quite croon. Her vocal capacity is limited but what makes her stand out is how she works with it. The video was directed by Joseph Kahn. I thought his vision was sleek and sexy and he executed it with style. Still, it reminded me of “Toxic.”


Circus – Hard beats and thick production give this one club appeal. It’s not my favorite. I don’t hate but I don’t love it. I can listen to it though, it will probably grow on me.

Out From Under – Sure, they are slightly breathy and nasal but I still love Britney ballads. This song sounds (and by sounds I mean the music not the vocals) similar to a Kelly Clarkson. It has Federline undertones.

Kill The Lights – “If ya feeling froggy leap.” Best damn line ever, I never thought I’d hear that in song. This aggressive dance track is one of my favorites. It has that “It’s Britney Bitch” attitude.

Shattered Glass – A high energy dance track that basically says “you cheated on my and karma is gonna kick you in the dick first chance it gets.” This song contains possible Federline undertones, not sure though.

If You Seek Amy – I feel like this song will be hit. It has that “Gimme More” potential but I don’t want it to be. It’s cool, I like the breakdown and that nostalgic “Ohh Baby,Baby” lyrics, but it doesn’t move me. It was produced by Max Martin famed for writing the song that launched her career. I’m torn, it has commercial appeal but there is something about it that I can’t cosign.

Unusual You – I love this one. I have a dope Bjork video concept. It would be insane.

Blur – A splash of hip-hop and R&B breaks the pattern here. This one is a jam. Sounds like the song you play as you clean your apartment after a crazy night. You find clues, cups, napkins, underwear, and earrings but “everything is still a blur.” Danja put his hands on this one.

Mmm Papi – Not a fan.

Mannequin – A burst of electro-dance-shake-pump-jiggle-shimmy-shake. This one’s a hit. A full frontal dance song. No holds barred just pure energy.

Lace & Leather – Funky as fuck. It has a Vanity 6 sex appeal. Favorite line from this album is “French finger tips, red lips, bitch is dangerous. When I listen to this one I see nude women rolling around stacks of melting fluorescent keytars.

My Baby – A slow one dedicated to her little ones. *tear*. I don’t like it but I can appreciate the sentiment behind it. I mean I can’t really relate—I don’t have kids.

Rock Me In – This is another that I’m not too keen on. It’s a little too Euro-Pop for me.

Phonography – About phone sex, “below the waste” pictures, erotic text, and inappropriate antenna placement. It’s a sexy song. Thematically similar to Beyonce’s “Video Phone” but I feel this one captured the sluttacious aura of a naughty cell phone beautifully.

Amnesia – I can dig it.

Radar – I’m not sure why this song was on the album. If I’m not mistaken, it was on Blackout. Am I wrong? Speaking of Blackout, I think I like it better.

This album is one of her better records. I mean I hate several songs, but it’s not because I think they are poorly constructed, they are just not my taste. I think Britney is poised to make an amazing comeback and I hope she finds some peace. I appreciate the variety of producers, writers and inspirations on this record. She worked with old favorites like Bloodshy & Avant, Max Martin, and Danja while spicing it up by throwing in people like Lady Gaga in the mix. It’s a collective effort and a good record. I give it a B.

Keith Haring (May 4, 1958 – February 16, 1990) was an artist and social activist whose work responded to the New York City street culture of the 1980s. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Haring grew up in Kutztown and was interested in art from an early age. From 1976 to 1978 he studied graphic design at The Ivy School of Professional Art, a commercial and fine art school in Pittsburgh. At age 19 Haring, who was openly gay,^[1] moved to New York City, where he was inspired by graffiti art, and studied at the School of Visual Arts. In June 1989, on the rear wall of the convent of the Church of Sant'Antonio in Pisa, he painted the last public work of his life, the mural "Tuttomondo". Haring died in 1990 of an HIV (AIDS)-related disease. He had been diagnosed HIV positive two years earlier.

I have my copy and you need to get yours.


Hey Georgia...
Here's the complete list of stores that are selling our "She Loves Everybody" EP!
•Criminal Reocrds in Atlanta
•Ella Guru in Atlanta
•Universal Music in Atlanta
•Wax-N-Facts in Atlanta
•Decatur CD in Decatur
•Schoolkids in Athens
Go out and get a copy if you haven't yet! Thanks for your continued support and we'd love to hear from you guys any time...
you can always reach us at chester@chesterfrench.com.

Thanks! -DA & Max
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Directed by Anthony Mandler

Other notable works by Mr. Mandler:

• OneRepublic - "Stop & Stare"
• Rihanna - "Take A Bow"
• OneRepublic - "Say (All I Need)"
• Bayje "Find A Way"
• Maroon 5 - "If I Never See Your Face Again" (feat. Rihanna)
• R. Kelly - "Skin"
• T.I. ft.Rihanna - "Live Your Life "
• Rihanna - "Rehab"
• Enrique Iglesias - "Away"

& N0w U Kn0w.

Looks like this video will be pretty cool.
Rihanna is beautiful.

I'm addicted to post-secret.

I check it every Sunday religiously.
{ha pun!}

This one really spoke to me.

Post Secret

LACE & LEATHER - BRITNEY SPEARS

I'm feeling the Christmas Cheer.

Structure of Brain Cell and
Universe almost Identical.

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photo credits.

This record is:
psychedelic
enigmatic
funky

Beyonce’s album “I Am” is a double disk, one entitled “I Am Beyonce” and the other “I Am Sasha Fierce.” I’m sure her people thought this was a genius marketing ploy but typically when you do a double disk it is because you have a lot of material. Disk one has six tracks and disc two has five. My immediate reaction: “the fuck?” I just thought that was weird. I listened to “I Am Beyonce” first. Here are my notes:

1. “If I Were A Boy” – Not a first single. It’s a decent song though I think BC Jean’s version is more authentic.
2. “Halo” – I like this one, the production is full and her delivery is precise. It’s a great ballad, probably would have been my choice for a first single to pair with “Single Ladies”
3. “Disappear” – I connect with this track. It’s a reflective song and has strong emotional pull. It almost sounds like irreplaceable.
4. “Broken Hearted Girl” – I honestly just don’t feel this song. I feel like the lyrics could be so much more. It’s a hip-hop ballad with no umpth.
5. “Ave Maria” – Um, this was a unique choice…I expected a bit more to highlight her voice, it’s not a bad song, it’s nothing special though.
6. “Satellites” – This is a decent song—driven by poignant lyrics and an acoustic guitar. Again, it’s no “Dangerously In Love” or “Flaws & All.”

“I Am Sasha Fierce”—*cringe*. This disc is all upbeat dance tracks. Some could say this is definitely her forte with hits like “Get Me Bodied” and “Crazy In Love.” I expected something different (and by different I mean better). I was disappointed. Here are my notes:


1. “Single Ladies” – Initially I didn’t like the song then I saw the video. I said to myself: “It’s aight” and then after a barrage of fan-made YouTube video covers, I decided I liked it. Simply because it I enjoyed seeing other people’s “interpretation” of the choreography.
2. “Radio” – This is the song I like. Great production, interesting play on words, and she sings it with style.
3. “Diva” – I abhor this song. From the first line to the last verse it makes me want to bang my head into a wall. It sounds like a slight variation of “A Milli.” If Nu-Nu (from the movie ATL) made a rap song this would be it, perhaps if she had some street cred it would fly—though I doubt even a thug like Lil Kim could pull off “a diva is a female version of a hustla, of a, of a hustla…” LAME much.
4. “Sweet Dreams” – I dig this track. I’ve had it since earlier this summer. It’s one of my top Beyonce songs of all time—I only have 2.
5. “Video Phone” – This song is terrible, just terrible. Awful. Shitty, crappy, garbage. I mean it is dreadful. Friends don’t let friends release terrible songs like this. Someone should have told her the truth.

People can’t deny that Beyonce has the makings of a legend. Some may say she already is, but you can’t qualify for legendary status until your at least 35 (more like 40). Plus she hasn’t really dug her claws in the industry the way artist like Michael, Janet, Madonna, Prince, & Cher have. She’s a big name but she’s no legend—not yet anyway. The Deluxe version of this record has five additional tracks—I think I’ve heard enough. This album was kind of boring. That’s just one honest opinion. You be the judge and go check it out for yourself.

I like this version more than JoJo's and both more than I like the original.
Can't Believe It - T.Pain with Justin Timberlake

Britney Spears - Kill The Lights [new song]

This video is not really anything spectacular, the animation is mediocre...
But thats just me, you be the judge.

Heartless from kwest on Vimeo.

uh uh do me baby!

These kids are so cool and they enjoy weed, lots and lots of weed
(that's just the word on the street)
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So of course one of the greatest music videos of all time is Michael Jackson's "Thriller", we love it because it was completely ahead of its time. Yada, yada, yada, lip service to MJ etc and so on. Well it's slated to hit Broadway...this is gonna be bigger than Color Purple! I'm all over it, ALL OVER IT!

[Source]The New York Post's PAGE SIX is reporting that James Nederlander is producing a musical version of Michael Jackson's video for his hit song ‘THRILLER'. Jackson's album of the same name is the best-selling record of all time. It spawned such hits as ‘Billie Jean', ‘Beat It', ‘The Girl Is Mine' and of course ‘Thriller'. Not much else is known other than a production is being planned. In an age where films are making the leap to the Broadway stage, it doesn't surprise that classic music videos might be thrown into the mix, Thriller in many ways resembled a musical with its dancing zombies and dynamic visuals. Hey, if vampires could take a bite out of the Rialto, why not singing zombies?

For fans of the unrealistic, highly dramatic, yet sinfully delicious
Sex & The City franchise there is good news, actually great news.
"Queen Cougar" Kim Cattrall (who plays the sex goddess Samantha Jones)
said she would be appearing in a second Sex And The City movie on Britain's
The Paul O’Grady Show . No word on when though...
[source]

from her Myspace:
November 3, 2008 – Houston, TX – Solange is set to perform at the official after party to the European MTV Awards, where she is a presenter, on November 6, 2008. Solange will perform an exclusive 25 minute set held in the Albert dock in the venue “Circo,” which will hold 750 guests. Performing at 12 midnight, she will perform songs from her album, “SoL-AngeL and The Hadley St. Dreams.” Space is limited, buzz is incredible, making it the hottest ticket in town.

Solange recently wrapped several opening dates for Alicia Keys on her international “As I Am” tour. Solange’s sophomore album, titled SoL-AngeL and the Hadley Street Dreams, was released on August 26th, 2008, on Music World/Geffen Records and debuted top ten (#9) on the Billboard 200 Chart and #3 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart. Her 1st single, "I Decided," reached the #1 position on the Billboard Dance Chart and also was the #1 selling single for several consecutive weeks. The single, “T.O.N.Y.” which was co-written by Cee-Lo, is the next single being launched in the US. The single “Sandcastle Disco” is at radio in the UK, and “I Decided” is at radio in Europe. The European album release date is November 2008.

Currently in the UK for her headlining dates, Solange performed on the Paul O’Grady Show and will appear on Later With Jools for the final program of the season. She is also touring throughout the UK taking her incredible Motown inspired performances to popular club venues in Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle, Brighton and London.

For more information, press kits and interviews on Solange please contact Interscope Geffen A&M: Tresa Sanders @ 212 841 8272 or via email at tresa.sanders@umusic.com, or Music World Entertainment: Chanel Green @ 310 402 7326 or via email at Chanel.Green@musicworldent.com or The Fame Factory: Mark Young @ 323 656 6401 or email at myoung@thefactoryinc.com.

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[download]Kanye West & Kid Cudi - Anyway.

Keane’s third studio album “Perfect Symmetry”[released October 14, 2008] is invigorating and refreshing—I would compare it to Altoids and ice water. A total departure from the piano-driven-pop sound of their first & second album this record is a complete rebirth of their sound. The production reflects a nice mix of pastel rock, neon electronica , purple pianos and sexy synthesizers—with a few sassy sound effects thrown in for fun. Tom Chaplin, the lead singer, has a soothingly reflective voice that I enjoy. There are a few standout tracks: “Again & Again”, “Pretend That You’re Alone”, “Love Is The End”, & “Spiraling.” If I were to choose a song that most reflects my outlook on life right now it would be “Love Is The End”, it is a simple ballad with poignant lyrics (that really spoke to me last night). These guys definitely took their sound in a totally different direction and their GPS is on point! This album is the total package, literally, the album art is crazy. They worked with Korean artist Oswan Gwon, who used a innovative process to create the fantastic art featured in the Perfect Symmetry booklet. He took about 3000 pictures of each member, made a sculpture of each them and attached fragments of the pictures to recreate a life size version of each band mate—creative isn’t really the word. I like this record because it sounds like it was prepared with care. Keane kudos.
more about the album art...
If you don't listen to any song listen to this one...

Estelle looks amazing! Sean Paul should prolly let those cornrows go
--just an opinion.

"Either way, there are going to be a bunch of
really-pissed-off-people tomorrow night."
- chase.

I already voted, the choice was obvious. Go O!