Our Picks: Top Albums of 2022

Another good year for music!  I always wait until the end of the December for this post because you never know who randomly drop heat this month.  Fresh, Loaf, and I compiled our personal lists of the top albums of 2022.  

Check out our favorite projects after the jump!

{Personal Post} Photos:: 2022 4th Quarter

As we come to a close of 2022, let's rewind through 4th Quarter's notable moments.  From seeing Kevin Hart live to Washington Wizards games to Christmas festivities.  It's all right here.   See it all below!

In Memoriam...2022

 

*cues up Crossroads x Bone

Gone but not forgotten
In memoriam...

James Mtume

Ronnie Spector

Sidney Portier

Douglas Gordon "Neon Ark" Art Exhibit

"I'm interested in the fine line between my intentions and the perceptions of others; that moment when someone encounters something and realizes that there is more to it than meets the eye."

Scottish Artist, Douglas Gordon, has created a buzz around his latest exhibition "Neon Ark"--dedicated solely to Neon signage.  Starting in the 1990s, Gordon is best known for his interpretations of collective memory and psychological security.  His first neon light installation being in 1998, outside of a Glaswegian pub.  

The Neon Ark installation is held at Gagosian, Davies Street location in London.  Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-6pm.  The installation is on view through January 14, 2023.  However, don't get any NYE ideas.

{Personal Post} PHOTOS:: Art Basel 2022 Pt. 3 - SCOPE x HIVE Wynwood

Day 3 and the final installment of the Art Basel 2022 series post.   SCOPE was overwhelming in a good way.  There was SO much art.  I mean SOOOO much art.  We were there for about 3 hours, but actually would've been better off if we came an hour early, just to take it all in.  I, also, noticed there were countless messages throughout this day to take heed to.  You will see plenty throughout the post.  A perfect way to close out the weekend.  Let's get started...

{Trailer} CNN Films presents documentary, "Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me Over"

I think you need love baby...

Written, produced, and directed by Dave Wooley (also directed by David Heilbroner), Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me Over takes us through her six decades career, life and legacy.  This documentary contains archival footage, personal photographs, news clips, and exclusive interviews.  Ms. Warwick's sons, Berry Gordy, Gladys Knight, Elton John, Alicia Keys, Cissy Houston, Snoop Dogg and so much more are among those featured.  

Dionne Warwick : Don't Make Me Over will air New Year's Day, Sunday, January 1, 2023 EST, on CNN with limited commercial interruption.  Watch the trailer below.

{Watch} Late Night Munchies : South Central LA w/ Trap Kitchen

VICE follows the successful Compton pioneered Culinary brand, Trap Kitchen, on a cultural food tour through South Central neighborhoods.  On this episode of MUNCHIES, Chef Spank and Chef News bring their fun energy to showcase four black-owned restaurants and all that they have to offer.  Just a heads up: do NOT watch this if you are hungry. lol.  I'd just finish eating before watching and now I'm ready to eat again.   

Food Stops:

Taco Pete (Crenshaw)
Little Kingston (Crenshaw)
1010 Wine Bar (Inglewood)
The Court Cafe (Ladera Heights)

Watch the full episode after the jump!

{Trailer} Eric Benet's ALLBLK Psychological Thriller series, "Snap"

Singer/Songwriter/Actor Eric Benét created a new psychological anthology, said to be inspired by (my personal faves) Black Mirror and Twilight Zone.  ALLBLK is the tv platform host for this limited series.  Containing six parts, "Snap" explores socialism, ethics, systematic racism, identity and more.  

 Directed by Devin Hampton, the series premiered exclusively on the ALLBLK network, December 22, 2022.  Take a look at one of the trailers from the episode, Willie Lynch, featuring Clifton Powell below!