Back in the day, I would joke with my best friend about ‘making “rekkids” in the studio‘— (in my forced NYC, Bronx + Brooklyn voice). Lol — Yes, I was a mess. New York always seemed […]
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Monday Music :: Alex Isley – Road To You
I like how delicate Alex Isley’s style is in this song. She softly, gently, and creatively describes how this one love makes her feel. No matter where, no matter what — the path always leads […]
Monday Music :: Flying Lotus – Flamagra
I was first introduced to Flying Lotus’s (Stevie Ellison) music in fall of 2014 while at a north-side Chicago bar. The DJ played Never Catch Me featuring Kendrick Lamar, and it created such a trans-like […]
Monday Music :: the ”New-New” Playlist
The weather has finally switched into its rightful season and it feels like Summertime Chi is closer to making its debut. The city-folks’ energy is starting to thicken and many of us are craving that […]
Monday Music :: Stevie Wonder – As
Today’s Monday Music is all about celebrating the musical genius, Stevie Wonder. “As” The lyrics of this classic allows me to define love in my best way. Undying. Supernatural. Infinite. Exponential existence. It also fully […]
Monday Music :: Phonte f./ Devin Morrison – Beverly Hills
So, yes… this is Phonte’s second appearance on Rated-Ransom’s Monday Music. Obviously, I’m such a fan of this guy. His latest EP Pacific Time released last month; and I’ll add that it’s a teaser— with […]
Monday Music :: Anderson .Paak – Chosen One
Anderson .Paak is back at it with his latest album, Ventura. Admittedly, I must share that I didn’t know about Paak until early 2018. His consistent, signature sound is infused with live drums. His lyrics […]
