Friday, July 26, 2013

Progress Report: Twelve Powers Project

Whassup Peeps, 

As some of you may know I'm working on my first solo album, The Twelve Powers Project. This album came to me as an idea in 2003 shortly after my California Tour with KRS-ONE and I started working on it as soon as the idea popped in my head. The problem was I got side tracked doing various other "things" and I lost my focus after only writing one verse for one song. 

The idea came to me again in 2010 and I started writing and I actually completed a few songs. Fast forward to 2013 and at this point I have about 4 songs to go before I'm done writing. 

So what is this album about you say?

There will be an official press release and one sheet and all of the industry standard stuff. For the moment I can tell you that this album is how to empower yourself and others to live life to its fullest by calling up Twelve Powers that dwell in you and everyone else. The problem is not many people know how to access these Powers or even that they exist. This information is not taught in public or private schools that I know of.

Is this Gospel Rap?

Well, yes and no. It more food for your Spirit. I'm still spittin' lyrically creative rhymes and I will never depart from that but my focus on this project is to introduce Truth to my fan base and share what I know with the more enlightened. In alignment with the definition of gospel from Wikipedia, it is a proclamation of good news, either oral or written, typically announcing a positive event of public importance. 

What do I hope to accomplish with this project?

This project will accomplish several things publicly and personally. Personally, I have always wanted to do a solo project and I've been putting it off. Also, I've just want to share this knowledge and my experiences with it with as many people as I can. 

I'm really looking to finish having it written and recorded by the end of 2013. I will continue to press on towards that goal. 

I will keep you posted on my progress. 

Let's Make It Happen!!!

Mello Melanin, The Hot Instrumentalist

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Jay Z, Kanye, Madonna Join Stevie Wonder's Florida Boycott In Wake Of Zimmerman Verdict (REPORT, UPDATES)

Jay Z, Kanye, Madonna Join Stevie Wonder's Florida Boycott In Wake Of Zimmerman Verdict (REPORT, UPDATES)

Whassup Peeps?

In reference to the link above, I'm glad to see some of the most elite names in the entertainment industry standing up and continuing to use their influence to protest against these unjust laws. I said I would speak on Trayvon Martin situation in my blog. I have already voiced my opinion on Facebook shortly after the verdict. One of my friends asked me what my thoughts were and I will share that post with you here:

"TJ, funny you should ask because my thoughts at the time of the post were not just singular. They went from rage to sorrow to helplessness to "I can't believe this bullshit" then back to "Yes I can believe this is the same ol' bullshit." And it ain't just the State of Florida that has a problem...not just the United States either. Its the consciousness we have individually and collectively that is the problem. Who are we really? I mean we must be something special because we keep getting held down from attempting to do our best. I was really angry yesterday & today I'm still upset but all that heat Im feeling in my my mind,body, & soul will be channeled into something positive like a song or a vote or an awareness campaign or something. We can't fight with the oppressive system using guns because that's a war we can't win. We can however use our Spiritual gifts to overcome this madness. Go do something nice for someone else today even if all you can do is pray. Some how some way some good will come out of this." 

We as a nation should not let this event die down and get swept under the rug. Nor should we allow ourselves to get distracted by the media by things like the birth of the Royal baby. No offense to the Royal Family but that ain't got nothin' to do with what's really going on right now in America who by the way is still an offspring of the United Kingdom but that's another post.

There have been many protest since the Zimmerman verdict and I hope they continue because these "incidents" continue to happen. Right now some injustice is being done to someone somewhere. What are we, the people, going to do about it?

Let's Make It Happen!!!

Mello Melanin, The Hot Instrumentalist

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Beyonce, Jay Z & Thousands Gather For "Justice For Trayvon" 100 City Rally (PHOTOS) | Global Grind

Whassup Peeps?

I haven't said much on this blog about the Trayvon Martin (R.I.P.) situation. I will have some things to say about it tomorrow when I have more time to post. For now check out the support that is being offered by Beyonce and Jay Z as Rev. Al Sharpton's 100 City Protest. Click on the link below the check out the pics:

Beyonce, Jay Z & Thousands Gather For "Justice For Trayvon" 100 City Rally (PHOTOS) | Global Grind

Let's Make It Happen!!!

Mello Melanin, The Hot Instrumentalist