….Nearly 50 years after his death, the Muslim minister and Human and Civil Rights leader remains a much-discussed part of world history, but few are aware of the culture and characteristics that molded him into the man he became, part of the reason why Ms. Shabazz authored the critically-acclaimed book [Malcolm Little] (illustrated poignantly by… Continue reading Author & Icon: Ilyasah Shabazz’ “Malcolm Little,” The MOC Preview & Knowshi.com Interview Link
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Robin Thicke’s “Paula,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Length
….The loss of his most significant adult relationship—-and possibly, some of his sanity right along with it—-is painfully chronicled in his seventh studio CD, Paula. To be fair, all we’ve been privy to are trashy photos and gossipy innuendos of what imploded their once-idyllic marriage: whether it was an ‘open marriage’ gone awry, ‘Mileygate’ or… Continue reading Robin Thicke’s “Paula,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Length
Shanti Das: Executive-Level “Hip-Hop Professional,” The MOC Preview/ST Story Link
……”I called the book The Hip-Hop Professional because I started working in the hip-hop culture,” the Atlanta-based industry vet shared during a recent stop in Dallas. “but the tips I include in the book can transcend to fit any industry. I want everyone to draw inspiration from it because there are tips that we all… Continue reading Shanti Das: Executive-Level “Hip-Hop Professional,” The MOC Preview/ST Story Link
Jonathan Butler’s “Living My Dream,” The MOC Preview & ST Review Link
……Today, Jonathan’s 18 studio CDs and over 30 years of performing with a who’s who of jazz and soul musicians would make any struggling ingénue jealous, but there are times that trials and tragedies can make one forget how blessed they actually are, which explains the intent and optimism of Butler’s latest set, Living My… Continue reading Jonathan Butler’s “Living My Dream,” The MOC Preview & ST Review Link
Joe’s CD “Bridges”: The MOC Preview & ST Review Link
……Released less than a year after his tenth CD, Doubleback: Evolution of R&B, Bridges represents a new relationship stage within itself—a breakup from his longtime manager, Kedar Massenburg—and the beginning of his entrepreneurial venture as a label owner distributed via BMG. Beyond that switchup, however, Mr. Thomas’s established rep as a loverman is part of… Continue reading Joe’s CD “Bridges”: The MOC Preview & ST Review Link