Classic Vibe: Donell Jones "In the Hood" (1996)

Classic Vibe: Donell Jones "In the Hood" (1996)

“In the Hood” is the first single released by Donell Jones off of his debut album “My Heart” back in 1996. Although the album would only peak at #180 on the Billboard Charts, this was definitely NOT a sign of things to come for his career....
New Music: Robin Thicke – Ms. Sexy

New Music: Robin Thicke – Ms. Sexy

I have to say, I’m easily feeling Ms. Sexy the most out of any of the songs we’ve heard so far from Robin Thicke for his new album. The beat from this song is from an older hip hop song that escapes me right now, so if anyone has figured it out let me...
Rare Gem: Rell – Real Love featuring Kanye West & Consequence

Rare Gem: Rell – Real Love featuring Kanye West & Consequence

Besides a few songs here and there, Rell never did get a chance to really show what he could do at Roc-A-Fella. Although it never officially released, “Real Love” is one of his shining moments. He sings over the beat to A Tribe Called Quest’s...
Classic Vibe: Cam’ron "Horse & Carriage" featuring Mase (1998)

Classic Vibe: Cam’ron "Horse & Carriage" featuring Mase (1998)

Is it just me or was Cam’ron’s flow completely different back then? Cam was actually a very talented basketball player, but he eventually got kicked out of college for selling drugs on campus. Looks like he ended up making it big anyway, and even though...
Classic Vibe: TQ "Westside" (1998)

Classic Vibe: TQ "Westside" (1998)

“Westside” is the debut single by TQ from 1998. TQ has always brought out the gangsta side of r&b, choosing to sing thug poetry rather than traditional love songs. His new album “Kind of Blue” is due to be in stores February...