In an illuminating interview with sociologist Dr. Francis Cress Welsing, Knowshi.com discussed her views of dysfunctional trends among African-Americans, and how non-whites can persevere despite the odds perpetually stacked against them.
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K’Jon’s “Man,” The MOC Preview/Soultracks CD Review Link
…..Maturing as a person and professional, K’Jon knows that one can only sing about the J-O-B, V-I-P and the B-E-D so many times, so Man is flush with songs about reflections, resolutions and yes, even a little revolution: the title track finds his throaty vocals at their most limber, a doo-wop-flavored reminiscent take on how… Continue reading K’Jon’s “Man,” The MOC Preview/Soultracks CD Review Link
Jonathan Butler’s “Merry Christmas To You,” The MOC Preview/ST CD Review Link
…..After over a dozen studio CDs and collaborations on-stage and in the studio with the best and brightest of the music industry, Jonathan pours those enviable gifts of production, songwriting, guitar virtuosity and vocal instrumentation into traditional favorites and two self-penned performances. The presence of some very high-profile players certainly doesn’t hurt (Rick Braun, Dave… Continue reading Jonathan Butler’s “Merry Christmas To You,” The MOC Preview/ST CD Review Link
“Best Man Holiday Soundtrack,” The MOC Preview/Knowshi CD Review Link
….With such a high anticipation factor built into the movie, it would’ve been easy for the makers of the soundtrack to have included recycled oldies and just called it a wrap, but the emotional nuances experienced in Best Man Holiday come across just as brilliantly on the soundtrack: merriment and mistletoe can be heard in… Continue reading “Best Man Holiday Soundtrack,” The MOC Preview/Knowshi CD Review Link
You Know He’s Got Soul(Tracks): The MOC Chris Rizik Preview/Knowshi Q&A Link
……As 2013 marks 10 years since the launch, Mr. Rizik spoke from his home base of Michigan about early goals for soultracks.com, what makes the site different from other entertainment pages and how up-and-coming musicians can increase their chances of getting coverage and respect. CHRIS RIZIK (CR)- “Ultimately, I did this because it was an… Continue reading You Know He’s Got Soul(Tracks): The MOC Chris Rizik Preview/Knowshi Q&A Link