Engaging in one way or another, certain songs catch your ear immediately, whether they’re pertaining to your standards or not. On the contrary, others may fit your provision perfectly, but leave you reluctant to indulge for one reason or many.

“Mad” by Ne-Yo used to be the latter. Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Jada G.

Shaffer Chimere Smith’s stage name may be Matrix-inspired, but it seems to be synonymous with sighs and awws among female fans.  And his third album, Year of the Gentleman will surely welcome a similar reaction. Trading baseball caps for fedoras and tailored suits, and adopting the style of a Hip-Hop Sinatra, Ne-Yo is reviving a welcomed brand of class to R&B music. Perhaps most importantly, he’s created a collection of love’s highs and lows with the art of storytelling, a 45-minute reflection to revel in and appreciate the beauty of femininity. Read the rest of this entry »

From the album Year Of The Gentleman, in stores now.