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Interview: Drake
On Tuesday night, we were pleasantly surprised to bump into Drake. He was at Southpaw in Brooklyn, watching Zoe Kravitz’s band Elevator Fight. Evidently, he’s a fan. We talked about The Weeknd, singing and rapping. … read more »
Kelly Rowland f. Big Sean “Lay It On Me” MP3
In the background of “Lay It On Me”—a sensual duet that’s less freaky than its motivational predecessor—a wild Beethoven-style virtuoso pounds the keys of a baby grand. Maybe they decided to lay it down on … read more »
Suite903: Scorned Women, Sweet Music
The lyrics of “Rolling in the Deep” are easy to miss, if you’re busy listening to the quality of Adele’s from-above voice and foot tapping to the bass drum. But as I watched her perform … read more »
Suite903: Is The-Dream’s New Album Ever Coming Out?
Early this year, The-Dream promised a new album, The Love IV, would arrive in June. It’s May now, but I haven’t heard a single. Why is The-Dream trying to play me? The hype started with … read more »
Ma You Be Killin ‘Em: Nicole G. Mayard
We have so much to thank our mothers for. In addition to birthing us, feeding us, and bathing us, they’ve also been our most influential style icons. As a small token of our affection, we’re … read more »
Suite903: Kenna’s Chaos and The Darkness EP
The hoopla over the Royal Wedding this morning brought me back to the chat I had with Kenna earlier this week about privacy and mystery in this celeb-crazed world. Against that landscape, Kenna’s a breath … read more »
Suite903: Fabolous’ The Soul Tape
Now that we have evidence that Beyonce is not pregnant and plans to unleash a serious tranny army this summer, I can stop having full-on panic attacks. While Bey was belting over “Pon De Floor,” … read more »
Video: Big Boi f. Janelle Monae, “Be Still”
Big Boi‘s looking about-his-business and right at home—walking through a digital ghetto with his sis Janelle Monae silently stunting in her Chanel cape, drinking Crown Royal and talking to girls in what looks like somebody’s … read more »
Suite903: Ryan Leslie Goes It Alone + “Joan of Arc” MP3
This week, I had a chat with Ryan Leslie— we talked about his new independent status, rap album and latest single “Joan of Arc“. I for one am beyond excited for more R. Les but … read more »
Suite903: Love & Hip Hop, Trick or Check, Whatever It Takes
Usually I save the Lord’s Day for sports and general laying around in my stank. I try my best to stay far away from Sunday Night TV and all its wretchedness. If you turn on … read more »
