Muse – Nubian Core – Afrosensual Arts

Tribal Paint

Posted on February 12, 2021November 30, 2021 by Ali Jamal

Most of these images are created by the amazing Nigerian brother, Laolu Senbanjo. His work is so dope. Regardless, I love tribal paint. It is commanding and against the grain. It invokes the energy of powerful African warriors, tribeswomen and tribesmen and the creativity and adaptability of Diasporans across the globe. Decorative, intriguing, and downright … Continue reading Tribal Paint →

The Groundshaker – Grace Jones

Posted on February 13, 2020December 4, 2021 by Ali Jamal

I was obsessed with Grace Jones in the 80's, particularly after watching A View to a Kill and Conan the Destroyer. BUT, living in a Bible belt world I began to actually look down on her art and freedom - which at the time was labeled everything from a whore, to irresponsible, to a sell-out. … Continue reading The Groundshaker – Grace Jones →

MUSES ed:1

Posted on February 9, 2019October 21, 2019 by Ali Jamal

The Goddess I see you. I need you. Quench my thirst. Spark my fire and inspire my verse. Cause me to let out the lion's roar ...with your name in the growl. The sweet Goddess. I need my Muse. Awaken my spirit and give me strength with your attentive Beauty. Demand that I stand strong … Continue reading MUSES ed:1 →

Badoula

Posted on April 2, 2018November 28, 2021 by Ali Jamal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAnWChAVd0k Delightful Read with a Soundtrack... Dangerous Queen... Making music, mistakes, and babies. Listening, learning, reading, writing. Exciting every brotha in her gaze, dumbfounded and twisted in her maze. She is fire and desire, burning the souls of cash money makers and rhyme slayers alike. Intellectuals and sell-outs. They all love this culture crooner, exemplifying … Continue reading Badoula →