Monthly Archives: August 2010

Cold Cases: Murder in L.A. and the Value of Black Life

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Black people seem to always appear committing crimes, but we are never really seen as victims. I cannot say if the crimes committed against us are not as vigorously investigated and prosecuted as those we commit. I will say thought it … Continue reading →

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Economy sheds more jobs than expected

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Bad news, of course. I wonder how many jobs American companies exported jobs to India, the Philippines, and other countries? Economy sheds more jobs than expected – Business – Eye on the Economy – msnbc.com.

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Frankie Beverley & Maze- Feel That You’re Feelin

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

The last post got me wanting to listen to some Frankie Beverley. Here he is with Maze in New Orleans in 1980. I dig this song, you are ALIVE as long as you are feelin!! If you don’t? You are DEAD.

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The Last Poet: Gil Scott-Heron Performs at Montreaux Jazz Festival

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

 I have 6 of this man’s CD’s in my library. He was a rapper before we knew what rap was. His messages are timeless and are just as relevant today as it was in the ’60’s and 70’s. In my view Gil … Continue reading →

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Cornel West Upset With President Obama

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

I support the President, but I agree with Dr’s West and Boykins on the points they have made. Cornel West Upset With President Obama.

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Why Wyclef Should Not Run for President of Haiti

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

I posted Wyclef’s reasons on why he is running for president of Haiti, now Marjorie Valbrun from the Root, writes an open letter to Wyclef on why he should not. Why Wyclef Should Not Run for President of Haiti.

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Open Letter: Why I Decided to Run for President of Haiti

Posted on August 6, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Read in his own words why Wyclef Jean is running for President of Haiti. Wyclef Jean: Open Letter: Why I Decided to Run for President of Haiti.

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Sean Kingston & Nikki Minaj-Letting Go (Dutty Love)

Posted on August 5, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Sean Kingston with Nikki Minaj on her umpteeth duet! Which is exactly why she’s not in a big rush to release her solo CD. She’s great tho and Sean is okay in this track.

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Robin Harris-Partners In Crime

Posted on August 5, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Robin Harris was the genius behind BeBe’s Kids. He was a great comedian and entertainer. Have a laugh with this monologue.

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Ice Cube-Drink The Kool Aid

Posted on August 5, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Before I begin, this song has explicit lyrics. He appears to make references to Dr. Dre, Eminem, & Jay-Z in a not so positive light, drawing controversy to the song. Ice Cube is a hip-hop icon and hopefully, the CD … Continue reading →

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