MOC/Soultracks “Ladies Choice” Concert Review: Mint Condition & Case @ The Majestic

A packed house, balmy spring breezes and nearly two hours of live music expertise courtesy of our generation’s baddest band made “Good Friday” even better when Mint Condition regaled a packed-out venue as headliners of the Ladies Choice show at Dallas’ Majestic Theatre this weekend. Whether you witnessed the quintet’s show for the very first… Continue reading MOC/Soultracks “Ladies Choice” Concert Review: Mint Condition & Case @ The Majestic

Meesha Minks’ “Real Wifeys: Get Money,” a Knowshi/MOC Book Review/Preview Link

Book Review by: Melody Charles Publisher: Touchstone In book 2 of Meesha Mink’s hard-hitting “Real Wifeys” series, Get Money, Harriet “Luscious” Jordan and Kaelya “Goldie” Dennis (the heroine of “On The Grind”) go from homegirls and business associates to betrayals and backstabbings in this taut tale about the double-edged sword of revenge. As the acknowledged… Continue reading Meesha Minks’ “Real Wifeys: Get Money,” a Knowshi/MOC Book Review/Preview Link

Justin Timberlake: “The 20/20 Experience” ST CD Preview/Review Link

Let’s face it, friends: aside from the steady stream of musical cameos (Madonna, 50 Cent, Timbaland), film and TV roles (Saturday Night Live, Shrek 3, The Social Network, Bad Teacher, Friends With Benefits, etc.), big business moves and last year’s marriage to actress Jessica Biel, one of the likely reasons for Justin Timberlake’s unhurried pace… Continue reading Justin Timberlake: “The 20/20 Experience” ST CD Preview/Review Link

Meesha Mink’s “Real Wifeys: Hustle Hard,” Knowshi Book Review/ Preview Link

She isn’t the first author to make a name for herself in the explosive category of urban fiction, but Meesha Mink, AKA Niobia Bryant, established herself as a fictional force to be reckoned with ever since her first best-seller, Three Times a Lady, became a nationwide best-seller list in 2001. Since then, the prolific and… Continue reading Meesha Mink’s “Real Wifeys: Hustle Hard,” Knowshi Book Review/ Preview Link

Adoring the Unsung: Why Mint Condition Matters (A Personal Tribute)

As a professional critic and a lifelong music fiend, it’s pretty easy for me to explain why I love me some Mint Condition. They compose their own music, pen their own lyrics and have levels of diversity that incorporates multiple style influences. The band, simply put, consistently displays synergy and showmanship that remains unmatched and extraordinary.  From… Continue reading Adoring the Unsung: Why Mint Condition Matters (A Personal Tribute)