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I was pleasantly suprised with the selection today. Enjoy!

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[ Beyonce - Sweet Dreams (Live at I Am...Yours)(Acoustic) ] (BEAUTIFUL)

[ JoJo - Hooked On You ] (My Fav)

[ Mariah Carey - 100% ] (Off the Precious soundtrack)

[ Lyfe Jennings - If I Knew Then ]

[ Clipse - Door Man ]

[ Usher - She Don't Know ]

[ Mary J. Blige - I Am ]

[ Free School ft. Kelis & Apl.de.ap - Grey Goose ] (Can def see CJ and I jammin to this in the car)

[ Lloyd ft. Diamond - Feels Good ]

[ Lady Gaga - Alejandro ]

 

Aisha

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About damn time this video dropped. Here’s the video for Letoya’s single “Regret” off her latest album Lady Love.

 

Aisha

Underrated \??n-d?(r)-?r?t\-to not be aware or take account of the full abilities or potential of.

If your new to MESH. (where have you been?!) we like to feature artists who we feel are incredibly deserving and whose talents can often go unnoticed or aren’t respected in the way it should-the underrated artist. So far we’ve had our list of underrated R&B artists [here] as well as featured our first spotlight on the talent Jill Scott [here]. For our next installment, we will honor the genius that is Anthony Hamilton.

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With humble beginnings in his Charlotte, NC church choir at age ten, Anthony Hamilton discovered his raw talent. With an uplifting soulful voice, he knew his sound could touch the hearts of millions. After several false starts, including two unreleased albums, Anthony began touring with D’Angelo as well has providing backups for artists like 2Pac and Eve. With the release of his album Comin’ From Where I’m From featuring his most successful single to date “Charlene” solidified his talent as one of Neo-Soul’s leading men.

With studio albums like Ain’t Nobody Worryin’ and my favorite The Point of It All following, it’s hard not to see why Anthony Hamilton’s music is a rare treat to the ears. As always, lets try to break down how sickening the talent is. When you need that song that reminds you of how much you want, need, and respect someone despite your foolish decisions you have “Charlene” or “I’m a Mess” or “Please Stay.” When you need a sensual venture there’s the journey of “Float” or “Change Your World.”  Need a little empowerment? Try “Ain’t Nobody Worryin’” or “Coming From Where I’m From.” And as always there are the beautiful ballads “The Point of It All”, “Never Love Again”, and “Her Heart.”

Simply put, Anthony Hamilton is an artist who can easily convey passion and emotion in his music. It’s the combination of his raspy vocals, subject matter, clever yet relatable lyrics, and the quality of his music. If you weren’t an Anthony Hamilton fan before, I implore you to listen to his music. Several of his tracks have changed my outlook on various situations in my life. His perspective of human emotions is so warm and charming. An Anthony Hamilton track is a feel good track that speaks thoughts you never knew you were thinking. I expect to hear more inspiring music from Mr. Hamilton in the future and expect his career to grow with each album.

Give some of his music a listen.

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Anthony Hamilton-The Point of It All

Anthony Hamilton- Please Stay

Anthony Hamilton- Float

Cj

Okay, I’ll admit it. Alicia Keys use to be one of favorite artists. I related to her ability to play the piano as well as the emotional realness her music conveyed. Yet lately, I’ve been having an on again off again love for her. I hope our relationship can get back to the way it once was, but Alicia has been doing some troubling things. I do think she’s slightly concerned about our present state, and has decided to have a stunning cover on Uptown Magazine. Say what you want, but you have to agree she looks amazing.

akeyes1I do enjoy her latest single “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart” quite a bit though. I just can’t get excite for her next project but we shall see how our relationship ends up.

Cj

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Recognize: Still-motion clay shots from indie group Grizzly Bear’s video for album Veckatimest.

Understand: Ran across this and it captivated my attention with the story it seems to tell. Only problem is I don’t know what that story is. [And therein lies the beauty].

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Perfect Combination is an upcoming release from Tri Destined Studios starring Christian Keyes (notably from Tyler Perry’s play Madea Goes to Jail), Angel Conwell, Tiffany Hines, Dawn Richard, Chico Benymon, and several others. It’s a fun story about a well put together lawyer enlisting in a dating service and the trouble that ensues. Check out the trailer.

Click [here] for more information Tri Destined Studios.

Cj


Here are a couple of recent soulful performances.

The first is from singer Melanie Fiona. She performed her latest single “It Kills Me” on BET’s 106th and Park. Her talent is raw and her music uniquely beautiful.

The second is from Neo-Soul master Anthony Hamilton. It’s a performance of one of my favorite songs of all time “The Point of It All” on The Mo’Nique Show.

I’ve seen a live Melanie performance but I still need to go to an Anthony Hamilton concert soon.

Cj

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Here is the official album art for Alicia Keys upcoming LP The Element of Freedom, which is scheduled for a December 15th release. I don’t like it. Do you?

**UPDATE: We were notified that this isn’t really the official album cover. Thank goodness..**

 

Aisha

As crazy as this bitch is…the video is actually pretty dope.

 

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I really like how he softened the crass edges of Trey’s version. I like this a lot, maybe even better than the original version.

#Successs.

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Recognize: Pics from recent photo shoots of both Chris Brown and Drake for the December 2009 cover of VIBE Magazine. The comeback issue will hit stands on December 8th with dual releases: one cover featuring Brown, the other Drake.

Understand: Not really liking the subject matter. I really don’t bang with Space Jam Chris like I used to after all this. It’s not so much that he mollywhopped the girl, we all have low points we’re ashamed of [albeit this is extremely low], I just can’t get with how Chris always seems to portray this “I’m really the victim, woe is me, I’m not really that upset or apologetic” attitude.

Chris could care less, and that annoys the hell out of me. Not to mention the fact that all the attention will surely be on him, resulting in what’s sure to be a HUGE overlook of Drake.

They couldn’t give Drizzy his own cover instead of going halvsies with Ike Turner 2009? Atleast he deserves it. Smh.

But hey, this is a business, and in the end it’s all about money; and with Chris on the cover of a comeback issue, sales are sure to go through the roof. For that reason alone you have to give kudos to my former workplace for coming back with a revamped site [check out www.vibe.com], new EIC [Congrats Jermaine Hall], and a buzzworthy cover. It was rough to see VIBE go; now let’s celebrate their renaissance.

What are your thoughts on the cover?

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Who: Filson for Men

What: Wool Cape Coat

Where: Available HERE

How: $229.50 USD

Why:

One of the biggest trifles guys run into each winter is the search for the perfect winter coat. Cancel that conundrum. This Wool Cape Coat, by proven outerwear company Filson, is the best one I’ve seen so far. Its versatile, can be worn as your only jacket, or under another larger one, is able to retain up to 30% of its body weight without any problems, smells, weathering, etc., and at just under $230, is a great buy. All signs point to GO on this one.

You already know… make the investment.

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Recognize: Air Jordan Retro I Obsidian Sneaker

Understand: One of the most recognizable brands in existence, Air Jordan shows it can still get a few things right. Having lost a sizeable portion of their trademark insatiable Jordan-Head fanbase, the upcoming release of the Retro Air Jordan I Obsidian colorway is a sure winner. They’ve always been best when simple. Its a crisp look, and a good buy.

Make It Happen: Don’t front. You “Jordan heads” know where to go to get these. And for those of you who don’t, start HERE. The shoe is unreleased, but is set to release later on this month.

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Who: Preen Line

What: Fountain cotton-jersey dress

Where: Available HERE

How: The item is currently sold out, go figure. However, you can add the dress to your wishlist and be notified when it is placed in stock, just in time for Christmas.

Why:

7th grade.

You were NOTHING if you didn’t have the NBA jersey dress with the matching tube socks and crisp Forces [Uptowns for you NY people].

Times change, personal styles evolve, things come back– sort of. Here, European label Preen provides there own take on the jersey dress with their Fountain Cotton rendition. Taking an oversized grey cotton T-shirt and producing this ensemble. Its different, stylish, and a fresh take on something [frilly dress, outfit out of a T-shirt, etc.] that has been done numerous times before. Make the investment.

And don’t gawk at the price–this is a great piece. Whether made out of a T Shirt or the finest of silk, you have to know when to appreciate a garment.

This be it.

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Here is the official trailer to the sequel of my favorite Tyler Perry movie, Why Did I Get Married. This one brings back the original cast, but this time instead of ontop of a snowcapped mountain they find themselves in paradise–or so they think. From looking at the trailer you can tell things get real pretty quickly. I hope this doesn’t end up being really action packed and cheesy, because I’ve been anticipating this one for a while.
What do you think?

Aisha

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Ryan Leslie for Essence Magazine.

Have you copped Transition? If not, you’re slacking.

 

Aisha

Here’s a photo shoot of my hopeful future baby’s mama Amerie for Complex Magazine.

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She looks like a banger as usual.

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Cj