Almost as a continuation of my thoughts yesterday, I had a conversation that expanded my world more. Keeping up with my weekly fasting, I fasted Monday and rested mentally. I didn't feel like cooking to break my fast, so I went to a new Greek restaurant on Franklin St. called Grk Yeero. Spontaneously, I started upContinue reading "Not So Different"
Small Things Change Minds
After last week and reflecting on Male Privilege, I have really started to examine myself in many ways. Which biases do I still need to work on and how do I process these lessons in a more holistic way? My moral has been that you must be uncomfortable to grow, so I must place myself inContinue reading "Small Things Change Minds"
Ultimate Sacrifices & Love (Happy Memorial Day)
As I've been reading through the New Testament, I've had to reflect on the idea of willingly leaving everything behind to do the Lord's Will. Whether it is to unknown success or an undertaking of great pain, how dedicated are you to a life like Christ? Humans are selfish beings. We often put our ownContinue reading "Ultimate Sacrifices & Love (Happy Memorial Day)"
Smino and the Creation of Scat Rap: Blkswn (Album Review)
St. Louis has been relatively quiet in hip-hop since Nelly no longer ruled the airways. The last time I can consciously remember enjoying a Nelly song was Over and Over in 2004. Since then, he has released three new albums with the last one in 2013. Now, the interwebs are abuzz with a guy namedContinue reading "Smino and the Creation of Scat Rap: Blkswn (Album Review)"
Streaming’s Effect on Music Pt. 1
Being from Hitsville. USA (Detroit, Michigan) aka the birthplace of the Motown Sound. I am a student of music. My Uncle studied Musicology at UCLA and all of my grandparents play at least one instrument. I play three instruments, compose, sing, and rap. I watched radios die, blogs boom, and most recently, streaming explode. HowContinue reading "Streaming’s Effect on Music Pt. 1"
Experiencing Male Privilege
As a black man fighting to develop his identity, while trying to be conscious of some of the more toxic traits of a patriarchal society, I can honestly say that I've never experienced blatant sexism until today. I literally watched a group of people treat me different because I was a male compared to myContinue reading "Experiencing Male Privilege"
Lambs in a Wolf Pack (Worry Not)
I've been reading through the Gospels and really meditating on its words. I feel like I am trying to read what God is writing and it is really changing my outlook. I've shed plenty tears and have been anxious about my everyday life. God's lesson to me recently has been, "don't worry about that." IfContinue reading "Lambs in a Wolf Pack (Worry Not)"
My Personal Lessons to Potential Bloggers
I've been writing consistently about various topics for around six months. I've tried different names and writing styles. I've produced a good amount of content to various results. One of the comments I've heard the most is how do I do it? How can I become a blogger? I have a couple of tips fromContinue reading "My Personal Lessons to Potential Bloggers"
Consequences and Forgiveness
I've had so many conversations in the past month about Christians that struggle with religious doctrine and choosing spirituality over organized religion. It also made me reflect on Christians' relationship with the sacrifice Jesus made and what it means for us. Are we always forgiven no matter the sin? The answer is very complicated. AreContinue reading "Consequences and Forgiveness"
Vibe Fridays: Daniel Caesar – Get You
Right around the time I found Khalid – Location, I also found a guy named Daniel Caesar. He had amazing writing, rich voice, and super addictive songs. But, I knew nothing about him. Two months later, I finally got around to writing about the song that has been in constant rotation, Get You. Daniel Caesar -Continue reading "Vibe Fridays: Daniel Caesar – Get You"
Magnificent Brands 