Poetic – Nubian Core

Posted on September 11, 2021December 23, 2021 by Ali Jamal

Determined to break free, To shed the shackles placed upon me. To rid my soul of conformity, I establish my rights. My terms, my love for my tribe, Living with a naturist vibe. Regardless of the sins, My kin dwells in likeness of the cosmos. Residing in the stars and among the divine light, The … Continue reading →

Cenophilia Vol. Moja: If Beale Street Could Talk

Posted on May 1, 2020December 4, 2021 by Ali Jamal

The world is shut down for this "pandemic" and so, I'm catching up some great films - enter If Beale Street Could Talk. James Baldwin's genius work was brought to screen by Barry Jenkins, and this was perfect time for a re-watch. The romantic tone and family dynamics send out a unique nostalgia that extends … Continue reading Cenophilia Vol. Moja: If Beale Street Could Talk →

Mood Musik: I Am Your Mind – Roy Ayers

Posted on September 10, 2019December 5, 2021 by Ali Jamal

The Grand Genius Roy Ayers wrote these fantastic lyrics for the Virgin Ubiquity II album in 1976... Celebrating this Virgo, in season, with reason. Reminiscent and real. Oh, how his words reveal - truth. This is I Am Your Mind Pt. 2 Your mind your mindYour mind your mind(If you believe in yourself)Your mind your … Continue reading Mood Musik: I Am Your Mind – Roy Ayers →

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 →