After The Party It’s The… Aftermath, Insecure Episode 6 Review

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by Akeem Ivory | May 18, 2020 | Celebs, Featured

Following the explosive argument between Issa (Issa Rae) and Molly (Yvonne Orji) during the block party, episode 6: Lowkey Done is the aftermath of what happens next in Molly and Issa’s relationship. Focused primarily on Issa dealing with the separation, the previews of next week’s episode seem to be about Molly.

This episode begins with an overhead shot of Issa in the bed replaying every word of the argument in her head. The appearances of Issa no longer being able to sleep she checks her phone first Facebook with tons of message speaking about the success of the block party put a smile on her face, then as she checks her voice messages from family and close friends telling her to not about the argument with Molly.

This scene shows me who in their group of friends has Issa back and which ones agree with Molly. The ones to call Issa where her brother, Kelli (Natasha Rothwell), and she eventually got a call from Nathan (Kendrick Sampson). If my theory right next episode will show who called to check-in on Molly.

Those words still weighing heavily on Issa, its time to rap about the situation in the bathroom mirror. The reflection puts things into perspective noting she is the one to reach out, Molly plays a part in this to it’s finally time for Molly to be the one to own up and admit she wrong. But will she reach out but will she?

So what better way to put that situation in the rearview then to partaking in self-care Sunday, a little cleaning of her living space and mind. The cleaning of her apartment was metaphorical to me, it was like Issa was getting rid of things she no longer needs in her life.

Throughout this episode, we see Issa is trying to practice being a better person first attempting to buy the groceries of a pregnant woman at the supermarket, then offering a ride to an elderly man who missed his bus and finally trying to befriend some women she meets during her sip n’ paint activity. Each situation highlighted how people can either take advantage of your kindness or just be flat out mean.

When attempting to pay for the pregnant woman groceries it made painfully obvious that she doesn’t have the money to pay for them. The store clerk made a rude comment following the second declined payment and the pregnant woman makes a sly remake about how Issa put things in perspective for her.

The elderly man named George (, who missed his bus complicated entire time as Issa drove him to his destination. It was about the AC was too cold to the heat was too hot, he even mad Issa pull over so he could use the bathroom. I mean……what if he was on the bus? What would he have done?

Following the activity of sip n’ paint Issa is invited to lunch with the three ladies, Kinsey (Emana Rachelle), Rahel (Mykal Monroe), and Dina (Kyla Pratt) she sat with but after a trip to the bathroom we find out that they left Issa with the bill as part of Dina’s Bachelorette scavenger hunt. Issa did find the women and envisioned slam the painting on the top of Kinsey’s head.

After the day she had Issa visited her mother (Wendy Raquel Robinson) sensing something was wrong, she offers Issa a hug allowing Issa to just let everything go. The stress of the day and everything that’s going on between her and Molly. After a good cry, Issa sits down to have a talk with her mother “I just don’t know what I’m supposed to do next,” Issa stated ” Sounds to me like you’re entering into a new season of your life,” Her mother replied. Those words resonated with me because there have been plenty of times in life I feel lost with what’s next and made this is the shows way to establish more growth in Issa’s life by separating her from Molly because they’re on two different paths. Issa looking for her purpose in life and Molly who has an established career is looking for love. So up to this point, the journey of these two has been conflicting with one another.

Those are just my thoughts and it is to be determined if my theory about next week’s episode is right so while we wait you can find the music from this latest episode with the help of the guys over at Tunefind. If you want to hear all the music played so far in season 4 the Spotify playlist is posted below:

May 18, 2020 No Comments

Polo G Samples Tupac on Wishing for a Hero

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by Akeem Ivory | May 15, 2020 | Celebs, Featured

Polo G’s sophomore album THE GOAT has released today, the 21-year-old Chicago rapper has sampled Tupac’s 1998 hit “Changes,” on the album closer “Wishing for a Hero” featuring BJ the Chicago Kid.

The piano-driven sample has Polo G reflecting on overcoming his own struggles, “I’m from where we unheard and we can’t speak / We go to school, they try to tell us what we can’t be,” he raps. “Profit with a billion-dollar mind like I’m JAY-Z / They killed Martin for dreamin’ and now I can’t sleep.”

The song switches up midway through as BJ delivers a powerful vocal performance with a choir and ending with Polo’s younger sister proclaiming his GOAT status. “You finally made it big brother, you’re the GOAT,” she says.

The 16-track album features appearances from Lil Baby, NLE Choppa, Stunna 4 Vegas, Mustard, and the late Juice WRLD. The GOAT, is available on all streaming platforms

Listen to “Wishing for a Hero” below:

May 15, 2020 No Comments

Joyner Lucas Joined by Will Smith On Remix of Will

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by Akeem Ivory | May 15, 2020 | Celebs, Featured

Joyner Lucas has called his hero, Will Smith for the official remix to his aptly-titled single “Will.”

The 51-year-old icon does not disappoint, in his nearly two-minute verse. Will praises some of the legends who inspired him. This includes Nelson Mandela, Julius Erving, Muhammad Ali, and Martin Lawrence.

He also pays his respect to the late James Avery, who played Uncle Phil on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” and reflects on his legacy, including 60 million records sold.

“Must’ve forgot that I really get busy / They must’ve forgot who invented ‘Get Jiggy,'” Will raps on the remix. “Back before there was streaming sales / Way before all the iTunes and the fans had to get CDs still / Sixty million records sold, I was on fire, I ain’t even need a grill / Did it all with no cuss words, I ain’t have to curse just to keep it real.”

“I was on fire, I didn’t even need a grill / Did it all with no cuss words / I ain’t have to curse just to keep it real,”

Will has made an appearance on the remix of his son Jaden single “Icon,” so fans know the rap skills are there so for him to make an appearance on a song that give him his flower while he still living comes as no surprise.

Lucas will join Will and Jaden for a special episode of Smith’s new Snapchat series, “Will At Home,” where they will discuss the “Will” video, which has over 21 million views on YouTube.

Check out the remix in the video posted below:

May 15, 2020 No Comments

Future Collabs with Lil Uzi Vert on All Bad

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by Akeem Ivory | May 15, 2020 | Celebs, Featured

Future season is upon us again, with literally hours before the release of his new album High Off Life, the project was streamed line to fans in an unconventional way each track was available for a limited time before randomly switching to another under the 149 websites with the highoff. domain.

“One of these URLs is playing a leaked track from Future’s new album,” reads the prompt.

One of those songs was a collaboration with Lil Uzi Vert entitled “All Bad,” the two rappers boasting about having too many women and no time for drama.

“I will never call back, if I hang up, I mean it / That mean it was all bad, I think I’m better off leavin’,” raps Future, while Uzi adds, “I don’t have time for stress / No more time for disagreements.”

Future – All Bad ft Lil Uzi pic.twitter.com/2OrcnVc1Gp
— J.M. (@trillwzrd) May 14, 2020

Executive produced by DJ Esco, Future’s eighth studio album includes appearances by Travis Scott (“Solitaires”), YoungBoy Never Broke Again (“Trillionaire”), Young Thug (“Harlem Shake”), Lil Uzi Vert (“All Bad”), Meek Mill (“100 Shooters”), and Lil Durk (“Last Name”).

High Off Life will arrive this Friday, May 15. null

May 15, 2020 No Comments

It’s Dame Time – How Damian Lillard’s Signature Sneaker Line Has Evolved Through the Years

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by Brendon Schunck | May 4, 2020 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

Humble in personality, modest in nature, but boy does his game speak loudly. Damian Lillard, former 6th overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft, has garnered a reputation for hitting big shots in big moments. Most recently, Lillard shattered the hopes of Thunder fans just last year, when he drained a 37-foot series-ending buzzer beater in the first round of the playoffs. Lillard’s post-game celebration dogpile with his teammates instantly became a meme. Prior to that, in just his second year in the league (2013-14), Damian Lillard would hit a long-range 3-pointer to win another playoff series, this time against the Houston Rockets. That was the day Lillard put the NBA on notice. The 2012-13 NBA Rookie of the Year was just getting started.

Damian Lillard didn’t come from a “blue blood” program. He starred at Weber State – a mid-major. Even with forgoing his senior season at Weber State, Lillard still finished his college career with 1,934 points, good for second in Weber State history. Damian also finished as the No. 5 scorer in Big Sky Conference history. Throughout his time at Weber State, Damian was outfitted in Adidas apparel, uniforms, and sneakers. This could’ve improved his chances of him signing with the three stripes right form college (it definitely didn’t hurt). Damian’s counterpart, Derrick Rose, also signed with Adidas after sporting the three stripes during his lone college year at Memphis.

Damian Lillard would go onto sign with Adidas right from the jump. He was all-in with the three stripes before his rookie year even began. For the 2012-13 and 2013-14 seasons Damian would sport numerous Adidas models on-court before he got his own signature line. Lillard would sport new basketball silhouettes like the Crazylight Boost, Crazyquick, and numerous iterations from the D-Rose signature line. He would also throw it back every once in awhile with old school Adidas basketball models such as the Crazy 8 and the Top Ten 2000. In 2014 Adidas would sign Damian Lillard to a massive extension, a deal that could earn the superstar up to $100 million over a span of 10 years. Adidas officially put all their eggs in the basket on Lillard and looked to make him the future face of the brand.

Less than a year after Damian Lillard inked his massive deal with Adidas, his first signature sneaker would debut in February of 2015. The D Lillard 1’s retailed at a consumer-friendly $105 and became available in a plethora of color options. Fast forward to the 2019-20 NBA season and Damian Lillard has 6 signature sneakers under his belt. The most recent one, the Dame 6, officially released in November of 2019. Adidas has impressively kept the price point of the Dame line low, with the 6’s costing only $110 – $120. This feat is hard to do these days with a signature sneaker line, but a breath of fresh air when other brands are charging $150 – $200 for their athletes’ sneakers. Six signature sneakers in and don’t expect Damian Lillard and Adidas to slow down anytime soon. Look below to see how Lillard’s signature shoe line has evolved in the past 6 years.