Trigga Trey has made his impact on the world of music with songs that will make the neighbors say your name or call the police. His formula of success has a sense of repetition that no one in the industry dares to question. His fans will say he is the best thing mainstream R&B has to offer other than Chris Brown, but I would say he is simply riding the wave of his own lane and that's OK. In my search for new music, I skated by one of Trey Songz releases from his last album "Trigga". "What's Best For You" wasn't a big radio hit but despite going under the radar the ladies have streamed this song into a hit due to its relate-able nature. Any song where a man admits defeat and/or accepts responsibility for his actions will win over the hearts of young souls that still have hope for love.
Erykah Badu - The Other Side Of The Game (Throwback)
Durning an era of music where black consciousness was being brought through to you via your local radio station, there was a young Texan woman who could do nothing but captivate your ear. The sweet alto of Erykah Badu could do know wrong. She spoke for women with grace and she respected the role of her male counterpart in every lyric she put forth. On or off stage, her energy was that of a Queen who had everything to gain by spreading the word of truth to everyone who could listen. Her single "The Other Side Of The Game" spoke of a life that many had endured but very few were willing to talk about. It is forever a classic in Soul Music!
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Alex Isley - La Brea (Under The Radar)
'La Brea', written & produced by Alex Isley. Copyright 2014.
(La Brea Ave.(pronounced 'Luh-BRAY-yuh') is in Los Angeles).
From Alex Isley's upcoming project, 'Luxury', set for release in Spring 2015.
"More Black men are moving abroad than ever — for freedom, peace, wealth-building, and new beginnings. Discover what’s driving this powerful global shift."