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Articles by mikeOne
Feature: Coded Inspiration: A Conversation with Mawi Asgedom
Though I have experienced many things as an individual, the elements that shaped me the most were those that I had at an early age with and within my family. Also it was a story that needed to be told.
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In the days of information superhighways and gigabytes per nanosecond, it’s easy to forget the thrill of getting in a car and taking on the open road with your windows rolled down, the stereo pumping and letting yourself be free enough to forge an intimate relationship with music. Road trips. I’ve always ...continue
Column: Curing Apathy: One Step At A Time
That twenty plus year slumber you've been in was good, as far as beauty rests go. But at some point you too will realize that there really is no "them" in this world. Kevin Bacon has connected us all. ...continue
Column: See and Hear Reality: It’s more than Red, White & Blue
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Review: Talib Kweli - Quality
Overall, the album is about quality moments intercepted by mediocrity. Talib fans who had patiently waited for him to finally put out his solo effort will find their wait frustrating.
...continueReview: The Roots – Phrenology
In the beginning there was… a band. Some called them the best band of the late twentieth century. (Okay maybe that was me, but I’m sure others bestowed the lofty title on them too.)
...continueReview: Afrees - Algawerash
Hailing from Addis but currently living in Germany, their album "Algawerash" serves as a collective biography that boggles the mind considering how young they actually are.
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