The Sandmann’s Journal Vol. 6The Sandmann’s Journal Vol. 6
This seven-book series includes the blogs I wrote between 2008 and 2020. As a Hip hop artist, I wanted to process what I see as
Celebrating the Extraordinary Throttle of the Legendary Ballplayer, Kobe BryantCelebrating the Extraordinary Throttle of the Legendary Ballplayer, Kobe Bryant
After this indescribable misfortune, I want to pay my infinite respect to my most favorite basketball player, Kobe Bryant. I say most favorite because I
Top 20 Rhyme Spitters that Banged in my Headphones and Speakers throughout the 2010s Pt. 2Top 20 Rhyme Spitters that Banged in my Headphones and Speakers throughout the 2010s Pt. 2
This decade is also when many Hip Hop O. Gz frantically pulled their hair. We even saw our first openly gay rapper. The homosexual vibe
Top 20 Rhyme Spitters that Banged in my Headphones and Speakers throughout the 2010s Pt. 1Top 20 Rhyme Spitters that Banged in my Headphones and Speakers throughout the 2010s Pt. 1
Of course, I have a side of me that still likes to hear gangsta rap. Every rapper who applies that sort of mood plays quite
Is Lizzo Remarkably Confident and Self Assured in Her Skin or Is Her Sensitivity a Desperate Call for ChangeIs Lizzo Remarkably Confident and Self Assured in Her Skin or Is Her Sensitivity a Desperate Call for Change
Some one told me and I quote, "attention is the new currency." We are living in a time very confusing time. North Americans have steered
Closing Out the 2010s from the USA to Canada to Europe, India & the CaribbeanClosing Out the 2010s from the USA to Canada to Europe, India & the Caribbean
I’m just another indie artist, who makes his performances so enjoyable that most people may not even notice that I’m working. Here are some of
AL Jazeera Promotes Self Justified Bigotry Against Diplomats from the West IndiesAL Jazeera Promotes Self Justified Bigotry Against Diplomats from the West Indies
In a recent report, the Arab network launched a sarcastic documentary that vilified Caribbean diplomats as fraudsters. My questions. What about the enslavement of black
The Reasons Why the New “Tom Clancy Ghost Recon Breakpoint” Scores Low PointsThe Reasons Why the New “Tom Clancy Ghost Recon Breakpoint” Scores Low Points
I know that the creators will make some mistakes, but when it comes to Ghost Recon, the stigma is carved in stone. You should expect
An Afropolitical Summary of the Evolution of Sierra Leone’s Musicology from 1807 to 2019An Afropolitical Summary of the Evolution of Sierra Leone’s Musicology from 1807 to 2019
Let’s surmise the evolution of the musicology of Sierra Leone, by outlining the preeminent cradle of the people. What are the various cultural influences in
King Boss LAJ – the Pioneering Titan in the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra LeoneKing Boss LAJ – the Pioneering Titan in the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra Leone
King Boss LAJ is the most misunderstood genius from Sierra Leone. Make no mistake. He is a highly respected mogul on the music scene. Since
Kao Denero & the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra LeoneKao Denero & the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra Leone
When it comes to the “King of Freetown,” the majority of his fans recognize him as someone more than a musician. For many Salone Hiphoppas,
The Unforgettable Legacy of Amie Kallon, the Reigning Queen of Sierra Leone Folk MusicThe Unforgettable Legacy of Amie Kallon, the Reigning Queen of Sierra Leone Folk Music
Years ago, I covered Sierra Leone in a two-part blog about music and dance cultures in Africa. If you would like to read that article,
Neneh Cherry, Sierra Leone’s Most Critically Acclaimed & Award-Winning Musician of ALL TimeNeneh Cherry, Sierra Leone’s Most Critically Acclaimed & Award-Winning Musician of ALL Time
To my knowledge, besides Neneh Cherry, no other musician has had a more remarkable career in the music history of Sierra Leone. I know this
Jimmy B, the Indisputable Godfather of Music in the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra LeoneJimmy B, the Indisputable Godfather of Music in the Evolution of Hip Hop in Sierra Leone
One of the primary obstacles that have tormented many Sierra Leone rappers is the ability to gain worldwide renown. Sierra Afrik, the legendary band from
Sierra Leone’s Legend: Lansana Sheriff, aka Steady BongoSierra Leone’s Legend: Lansana Sheriff, aka Steady Bongo
Have any (of my) readers from Sierra Leone come across the famous saying? It’s often shared with confidence due to its popularity. The message is