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Michael Jackson Gets Shaken & Stirred With Remix Tribute Album

Michael Jackson's passing has meant that the world, at least for the time being, will not be lacking for remixes to some of his greatest songs. Unsurprisingly, Michael Jackson: Remix Suite 1 from Universal Motown has rounded up some of...

ill Mami  |  08/12/2009 at 2:00 PM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

Media Watch

Universal Opinions on 'Universal Mind Control'

With our upcoming Christmas break in mind, along with general hesitance to either praise Common for Universal Mind Control or rip him a new one, it's looking like we won't be reviewing the album. So we look to the Internets...

nOvaMatic  |  12/12/2008 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (11)  |  Permalink

First Spin

Common Is 'Punch Drunk' In Love

Now that we're all heavy with anticipation for Common's new dance record (sort of), Universal Mind Control, let's get our bump on, shall we? "Punch Drunk Love" features The Neptunes on production with Com's ever faithful wingman Kanye West providing...

ill Mami  |  11/25/2008 at 4:00 PM  |  Comments (7)  |  Permalink

Soul Cynic

Common Promising New Album, Kanye Will Likely Have To Do The Same

With Invincible Summer, er, I mean Universal Mind Control, set to drop next month, it's a bit odd to find Common talking about what his next project will be, isn't it? The Believer, an LP that he was set to...

ill Mami  |  10/27/2008 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

Soul Cynic

So What Will Common's Album Be Called When It's Actually Released?

Have you been keeping up with the long, convoluted saga of Common's 8th studio album? Because if so, and you have the copious notes to prove it, then you should write for this blog because I am tired. This album...

nOvaMatic  |  09/11/2008 at 11:40 AM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink

Rap Snacks

Kanye West Sits Out On 'Invincible Summer'

It's official. As hinted earlier, Kanye West will not be involved (musically, at least) in the production of Common's forthcoming Invincible Summer. Yeezy is a busy man, what with that tour and all, so the ever-reliable Neptunes and Mr. DJ...

nOvaMatic  |  05/01/2008 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Kenna & the Neps on Letterman

Pharrell put down his expensive Louis Vuitton jewelry long enough to pick up some drumsticks and perform with Kenna on Letterman last night.The Ethiopian-born artist performed "Say Goodbye to Love" which has been out for a minute. Make Sure They...

nOvaMatic  |  02/28/2008 at 12:59 PM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

"Say Goodbye To Love" And Hello To Kenna

Kenna isn't a new artist (his first CD dropped in 2003), but he is making his major label debut today on Interscope with Make Sure They See My Face. An interesting album title for this dude with an interesting sound....

Butta  |  10/16/2007 at 7:06 PM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink