Well Heck People!

With the Olympics starting and the passing of Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes, (R.I.P.) I was at a loss for words. I still am because things like that happening over in a span of 24 hours is chilling and I was taken aback with sadness, makes you want to look at life a little differently. With that being said the Olympics are kinda exciting! I must admit that, I would only watch Track & Field and Basketball back in the day, I'm watching everything now. It's so good to see everyone get along even if it's just for 2 weeks no hate, but at the same time what is going to happen when the games are over with, will the happiness and joy continue? Just a thought..... enough of my preaching lets talk about music CHUUUUUUCH!

OK! I was going through iTunes and a few sites, because my music collection was in need of some good music and I stumbled across an artist who has really grabbed my attention and one of my favorite artist who had an album out and I didn't know about it. Shame on me! The artist who has grabbed my attention is Kissey Apslund She is a soul sistah from Sweden...... wait, wait......SWEDEN?!?! I was like, "I have to check her out......" I'm reading reviews and getting more info about her and the reviews were positive so me being the person I am I had to check out her album "Plethora" R2 music/BBE. All I have to say is WOW! I've been listening to her album since last week non stop in the truck, home, etc. She puts you in the mind of Erykah Badubut she is a European import. What I like about her is that she has the edginess that lacks with other artists. She hooked up with Papa Jazz, a duo from France, to do the production for her debut album. With that said, Please support her, much love from Texas Kissey, and Lycka till, Gud välsigne er!

Next up we have Lizz Fields. Some one hit me with a Rock because I didn't know she had an album out. I kid I kid!!! Her new album called, "Pleasureville" Blue Fields Records Shows her vocal range and versatility on new album. I like this album a whole lot because of tracks like Pleasureville, Brooklyn Flowers, Daddy's Caddy, Runnin on Empty, and Oasis, which to me Oasis is my favorite track on her album. Cop her album and do me a favor, support the real artists where ever they are from. I think that is what's wrong with consumers of music today, if they aren't from here we don't support it. We have to change that people!!!!

That's all for now Check back as I will give you the scoop on Sy Smith's new album.
Peace and blessings

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zzzzzzzzz Awakening from my hibernation...

Hey ya'll, lovers of music. been a minute, but I'm back from my hibernation like my title says. Speaking of awakening from a hibernation, 2 of my favorite artists, D'Angelo and Lauryn Hill seem to be doing the same thing. Reports are saying that they are either in the lab making music, or they are getting their creative juices flowing...... hmmmmmm, how relevant would they be on today's music scene. People are fickle, especially the young ones. Those of us that appreiciate good music like this either has a career where they don't have time to listen like they use to 10 years ago, or they have a family. CASE CLOSED! Regardless I will continue to support them and not only them but other artist who have Creativity, Originality, and Intensity. (Thanks Guru.) With that being said there are a few artists who's album needs to drop, don't blame it on the artist, point the finger at the record company! It seems like now a days an artist can come out with a nice buzz but for whatever reason, the record company does not gt behind it..... This happened to Dwele on his first 2 releases on Virgin Records...... hmmmm WAKE UP!
I'm still waiting on Anthony Hamilton to drop his long awaited 3rd album we shall see how the politics of the music game falls for him. Question I'm looking for a Track from W. Ellington Felton, called "Song of Solomon" can someone get that track for me? A friend of mine has it but she is so busy I can't get in contact with her! Well enough of my ranting Check out these artists below and tell me if you love them or hate them. This is your homework assignment kids if someone is following me here hit me up and tell me what you like or hate about my blog markiethsmith@yahoo.com
Until next time humans. Ohh before I forget. Where in the Hell is Bilal at? hmmmmmm

Artists
Dwele- Anything from him

DJ Spinna- check out his music collection, Genius!!!!!

Aya- There is a J-Pop, (Japanese pop) artist by the same name, she might be dope but it's not her, her album is called "Strange Flower"

Eric Roberson- This guy can put on a hell of a show, plus the ladies love him, if he is in your hometown take a lady friend with you to impress her you won't be disappointed.

Conya Doss- She is showing up on everyones radar as of late, for those who don't know yet, get a late pass.

D'Nell- Sultry sounds from across the pond.

Erika Rose- Check out the sounds from a friend of Alicia Keys.