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That's Dope: Childish Gambino's Cover of Tamia's 'So Into You'




Tamia's So Into You is a bonafide 90's classic and the F-a-b-o-l-o-u-s remix as well. So I can't say that i'm surprised that Childish Gambino is a fan of the song because honestly its the ish. What I am surprised about is that voice. Whew...I got all the feels listening to this because he really captured the essence of the song and that's what makes this an amazing cover. I wouldn't mind Gambino dropping an R&B album, especially now as the world waits for Frank Ocean's return.

That's Dope: Hotline Bling Remix - Erykah Badu

The High Priestess of Neo Soul yall...need I say more?
Take a listen.

That's Dope: The Internet

So, I confess I am late to the game. Like, got invited to go to an Internet concert last Friday and didn't go because I kept forgetting to listen to the music late in the game. I finally sat my butt down and listened to The Internet's latest release Ego Death and let me tell you I am here for it. In my defense the only person I paid attention to in Odd Future was Frank Ocean. I listened to Tyler the Creator from time to time but sometimes he left me feeling like I needed to bathe myself in the holiest of holy water. Due to this, the band completely flew under my radar (the group is no longer associated with Odd Future btw).

Anywho, I digress. 

Ego Death is nothing short of amazing and has become one of my new favorite albums. It's a perfect blend of Jazz, Neo Soul, and Hiphop. I will totally wear this out until Erykah Badu or Corinne Bailey Rae decide to drop a new album. 

Vibe.com

Thats Dope: Feeling Myself

I. AM. HERE. FOR.  IT! 


That's Dope: Janelle Monae, Jidenna - Yoga

1. I'm obsessed with this song 2. Janelle Monae throws the ultimate video house parties. Every time I see one of her videos where there is a party scene I promptly check my g-mail account. Janelle boo, where is my invite?



PS Get off my Areola...

That's Dope: Lolawolf

Zoe Kravitz (aka my shero) fronts the indie band Lolawolf and they're serving killer electro-pop. Lolawolf is named after Zoe's two younger siblings Lola and Nakoa-Wolf. The band released their first album Calm Down last October and it has been on heavy rotation (word to Spotify).  My favorite track off of the album is Jimmy Franco. Take a listen below ;)



Mel's Life: Erykah Badu

I went to see Erykah Badu (my spirit animal) at the Fillmore,  over the weekend and it was absolutely everything!!!!! If you haven't gotten into Erykah (gasp) please please check her out you will not be disappointed.


That's Dope: Azekel


I'm currently obsessed with British singer/song writer Azekel. Check out my favorite tracks below.



That's Dope: Shy Girls

I went to see Little Dragon on Wednesday (ps they killed) and I discovered the Shy Girls. I ended up loving their set so much that I left with a signed copy of their EP Timeshare. Check out my favorite track "Without" below. 

That's Dope: FKA Twigs - Two Weeks

My boyfriend introduced me FKA Twigs and I was not sold the first time I heard her I'll admit. However, the UK singer won me over with her song Two Weeks. This track has been on heavy rotation since I heard it. I also plan to see her preform in DC in November at the 9:30 club. Check out the track below.



Lady Gaga the New Face of Versace



yaaaaasssss!!!!! Match made in heaven!

Love This





Indeed the best coin ever spent. 

(runs off to go look for my violin) 

That's Dope: Wet - Don't Wanna Be Your Girl

I'm currently loving the Brooklyn based group Wet's song I Don't Wanna Be Your Girl.  The song is simple and beautiful. You can purchase the groups EP on Neon Gold.

That's Dope: Go All Night by KELELA

Solange is dropping Saint Heron, a compilation album featuring artist from her music label Saint Records. Solange is aiming to breath new life into R&B with the help of her artist. The first single is Go All Night by KELELA. I am definitely feeling the song and vibe of this record. I can't wait to hear more.



Celeb Style: Soloange Knowles




Solange Rocked it a both the eBay Future of Fashion event and after party! I love both looks especially the white on white.

Madonna for Harpers Baazar





I have always been a huge Madonna fan and she made me like her even more in this interview. Madonna is the definition of a survivor.

ps She looks amazing!
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Things I'm Obsessed With: Trinidad James

Ok...I know you're thinking I am ratchet as hell annnnnnnnnnnd I can't even argue with that but I'm truly obsessed with Trinidad James' song "All Gold Everything". This song is like ignorance personified and I figgin LOVE it lol. I think its because he reminds me sooo much of Jerome (I said Jerome is in the ho-ou-ou-ouse shut ya mouth...yeah I took it there) from Martin!



Music Monday: Coldplay ft. Rihanna - Princess of China

Coldplay finally released the full video for Princess of China. The video features Chris Martin and Rihanna as characters from an old Kung Fu movie. Rihanna portrays a Geisha and a female Ninja.  In my book Coldplay can do no wrong and y'all already know im obsessed with Rihanna lol. 


Ri Ri on Idol

Rihanna performed Where Have You Been on Idol last night. She switched up her hair donning dread lock extensions and bangs. She looks fab with dreads but i'm biased lol. I think she did a great job. Peep the video below.



Music Monday: Rihanna - Where Have You B

Rihanna dropped her long awaited Where Have You Been video, directed by Dave Meyers, this morning and she looks amazing per usual. The Bajan songstress displayed her dancing skills, something that we rarely see from RiRi. I pretty much love the entire video from the costuming to the concept of the video.