Tag Archives: Jay-Z

Sound Session: Nothing Was The Same

Third times a charm. Not to diminish his previous two albums — Thank Me Later and Take Care — but in Drake‘s third project, Nothing Was The Same, the artist illustrates exactly that — his artistry. The irony of this … Continue reading

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Sound Session: Magna Carta… Holy Grail

“A creative man is motivated by the desire to achieve, not the desire to beat others.” These were words spoken by 20th century novelist, Ayn Rand; and undoubtedly the mindset in which Jay Z, approached the making of his latest album … Continue reading

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Sound Session: Music from The Great Gatsby

“At the request of Mr. Gatsby we are going to play for you…” Music from Baz Luhrmann’s Film The Great Gatsby. Many are preordaining the film as “Movie of the Year,” as it prepares to hit theaters this weekend. Executive … Continue reading

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GQ Recap: December 2011

The staff at Gentlemen’s Quarterly recently wrapped up 2011 with their annual Men of the Year issue. An issue that often contains women in the category as well. Annually, the issue highlights notable personalities who had an exceptional or breakout year … Continue reading

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Sound Session: Cole World: The Sideline Story

If ever there was an album that actually warranted an apology for the wait of its’ release, Cole World: The Sideline Story was it. Impatience grew feverishly through hip-hop admirers for J. Cole‘s debut album to drop. Long awaited, “9/27” finally … Continue reading

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