This song is exceptionally effective if you imagine it with ad-libs from Penelope Cruz in Vicky Christina Barcelona calling herself a genius with a thick Spanish accent. Obviously, Kellz is a genius. The Juan Antonio of R&B. Lecherous, smooth, and a snazzy dresser. I just used the word “snazzy” so I’m going to cut this […]

Kellz. This is his story and he’s sticking to it. At least, with certain parts expurgated. In reality, most people only know the more outlandish exaggerated parts of Robert Sylvester’s life. The classic albums. The secret marriage with Aaliyah. The grist for Dave Chappelle skits. But when he says he came from the Chitown dirt […]

Content on this frozen outpost will be light until Monday, due to the lingering shake off of holiday cobwebs. In the meantime, enjoy the best song of 2013 that was recorded in 2005. How did I not hear about this until Trey Kerby brought it to my attention this week? How does R. Kelly write […]

Abe Beame is a lover and a fighter. DOWNLOAD: A Love Bizarre (Disc 1) What did “Let’s Get It On” sound like in 1973? Today, it’s a golden oldie, something a cotton-stuffed Jack Black can croon with adorable affectation to close out romantic comedies. But when it first came out, how did it feel and […]