Music Soothes the Soul

August was a “summer heat wave of music”, quite refreshing I must say. From Joss Stone stunning debut (July |2011) to Lil Wayne (08/30/2011) ending it with a bang. I had the privilege to listen to some of the albums that were announced here on Destruction of Glitter suggested albums for each Tuesday in August and I must say all Artists left an imprint on my musical soul! I briefly describe each album with my interpretation and then listed them in the TOP FIVE (not chronological order)… If you have not done so already please click the link to become a follower to Destruction of Glitter.

5. Black & White America – Lenny Kravitz
It has been a while since Mr. Kravitz put out his 9th studio album. Need I say, return of the Mack no wait funk. I don’t think it’s up for debate whether or not Lenny can make a guitar sing? Nope, didn’t think so. “Sunflower” has the potential to be a billboard smash with Swizz Beatz & Drake on a hook.

4. Watch The Throne – Jay-Z & Kayne West
“ Plankin’ on a million”, with catchy versus such as these I think Jay-Z has proved he is not your average rapper. Throw Mr. West’s insane beats in the mix and ladies & gentlemen and you have potentially one of the greatest albums of all time. Hands down my most favorite song has to be: No Church in the Wild: Two tattoos, one read “No Apologies” The other said “Love is cursed by monogamy” That’s somethin’ that the pastors don’t preach – Kanye can do no wrong!

3. The R.E.D. Album – Game:
OWWWWWWW (In my Werewolf voice) I must say I like him more as an artist than a freestyler instigating in other folks affairs. If you doubted this gentlemen’s ability to spit flows check again. This album, reminds me of Slick Rick telling stories. When rapping had substance just listen to: All I Know”. Versatility? Check he teams up with Wale, Beanie Sigel and Nelly Furtado.

2. Success Is Certain – Royce da 5’9:
If you don’t know his name pleases Google the kid. Yes, it is not to be mistaken. ½ of Bad Meet Evil makes a great mind tease. With flows that speaks to every outcast, or under achiever/dog. Just listen to “Independent’s Day to Rock City to hear him dissect the world threw the philosophers eyes.

Tha Carter 4 – Lil Wayne
I had the opportunity to see this fellow out on tour and he packs a punch like a sour skittle (dressed in hot pink killed the stage). Hard to take the guy that would “…every girl in the world” seriously. I had my doubts, but I think Mr. Carter has definitely matured. This album the young MC has a vicious way with world play, and I must even admit poetic. If you missed the primer of “How To Love” music video pull out your smart phone and YouTube it! It is just that compelling and with songs like: “Abortion” & “So Special” how could it not be number one!