Legends Lounge

By Chris Washington

 

Edited by Amikka Smith

9/30/11

 

LIL’ WAYNE – THA CARTER IV

I’m NOT sure if I’m mad at myself for this…but, I actually like Tha Carter IV (THERE I said it).  I will also say I STILL don’t get him but, unlike the first three in “Tha Carter” series, I can actually understand most of what he’s saying and the beats are varied enough to let me enjoy what’s going on.  Maybe I’m evolving or, maybe Wayne is evolving but, that is a debate for another blog.   And, let me clear this out the way now, there are only a couple of really good club cuts and head-bangers. Overall, if you want to get your groove on while you drive Tha Carter IV is for you, which, of course makes it perfect for the LOUNGE. Continue reading »

Legend’s Lounge

5/10/11

By The Legendary Chris Washington

Edited by Amikka Smith

 

Another week in the lounge with a batch of tunes to review, let’s get started!

Estelle – Break My Heart ft. Rick Ross – Atlantic Records

 

England’s R&B export is still trying to reach Queen status but her latest marriage collabo single with Rick Ross is only on a Duchess’ level at best.  Now this might have something to do with the fact that I’m NOT a fan of Rick Ross. It also might have something to do with her voice, which is NOT the strongest (nothing new there) but the tracks usually Continue reading »