DJ Clue Presents: Backstage Mixtape Review

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(More customer reviews)This new one from DJ Clue just takes him to another level. It shows how versatile he can be with songs for the club, to slow songs to r+b to hard core rap. This time around he pulls in new artists like T-boz and rell to join on the mix who both have good songs. The new song "Road dogs" is one of the best songs on the a;lbum with a tight beat. "In the club" with benie segal is another good one. I give this 5 stars just for the songs I liked on it. Out of 19 songs I liked 12 so I think it was still worth it. If your looking for a new mix album to bump in the car or anywhere then this is the cd to get.

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Mary J. Blige - Live in Los Angeles Review

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(More customer reviews)I couldn't agree more with the other reviews here.
I'm not much for filmed concerts of any musical genre. They usually fall flat and there's so much camera work that it's hard to stay focused on the music. Not so with "Live In Los Angeles".
To say this concert is enjoyable is an understatement. We were dancing in our seats, waving our hands, applauding and felt young again watching Mary. It's not about costumes and glitz on stage. The music and the voice are what's commanding your attention here. You can't help but be caught up in the mastery of Ms. Blige's voice. She has never sounded better to my ears.
From the whirlwind groove of hit singles she starts the show with to the quieter thought provoking "Children of the Ghetto" centerpiece, then back for more uptempo songs through the end, Mary's energy and passion for the music and lyrics never wavers. The band is superb and those back up singers...WOW!!!
Not one song is ever lipsynched to. Brava, Mary!
Now I can't wait for the performance at House of Blues to be released shortly. You've made me a fan, Mary.


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Vol. 2, Hard Knock Life Review

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(More customer reviews)There is a lot of hate around this album, mainly because it was the one that brought Jay-Z into the mainstream circuit.
It isn't as good as his previous 2 releases, Reasonable Doubt being certified classic by just about everyone who has heard it, and In My Lifetime being the most underrated album in the last decade, but it certainly does not disappoint.
'Hard Knock Life', the title track, won Jay-Z critical acclaim and heavy airplay all over America. It samples the chorus from the musical Annie, and with Jay-Z over the top of a simple drum and bass beat, it is an instant classic.

The next 2 songs, 'Ride Or Die' and 'If I Should Die' take it back to his hustling days, but give it a more mainstream feel than what he produced on his debut. The only criticism here is the theme of death being done twice in a row, but both songs are tight and produced well.
'Nigga What, Nigga Who' takes Jay-Z way back to his very early days when he used to rap as fast as Busta Rhymes, a style we virtually never see on his released work. The lyrics are great, delivered fast, and the collabo with Jaz O is a nice touch. Overall, a very underrated single, definitely deserved to perform better.
The next song, 'Money Cash Hoes', is definitely the beginning of the new Jay-Z focus. In later music, he enjoys flexing his masoginistic muscles, as well as flaunting the fact he is extremely rich. He got a lot of criticism over this song, and despite that and the theme of the song, it is still solid, and keeping in with Jay-Z's changing lifestyle. Good verse from DMX on there too.
The rest of the album is extremely solid. 'A Week Ago' showcases Jay-Z's storytelling ability, which we don't see enough anymore, 'Can I Get A...' is a great song, in which Jay expresses his dislike for gold diggers, and the bonus track, 'Money Ain't A Thang' is one of the best songs on the album.
Sure, Jay-Z has changed from rapping exclusively about hustling and snitching, but he is only trying to keep it real, and at the moment, what's real in Jay-Z's life is money, bitches and fame. Doesn't deserve any criticism, a great release.

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Collision Course (Explicit Lyrics) Review

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(More customer reviews)They were asked to just do a couple songs to make the show happen, there was no need to record the vocals. They made 6 tracks, and re-did the vocals just to make everything perfect. A band of perfectionists mixed with a rapper who's been in the game for a long time makes a 5-star album.
Big time hits from Linkin Park and Jay-Z came together to give a musical high for any music fan.
Linkin Park's "Numb" mixed with Jay-Z's "Encore" is the first single from Collision Course. Already high on the charts and moving up.
The album debueted at #1 beating out U2's "How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb" selling over 300,000 CDs in a week.
A great album for anyone who likes, rap, rock, or anything close to Jay-Z or Linkin Park.

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MTV Ultimate Mash-Ups is one of the biggest musical events in years, premiering on MTV with a show featuring the multi-platinum Linkin Park, the biggest contemporary rock band in the world, joining forces with the multi-platinum Jay-Z, one of the biggest stars in hip-hop. Mash-Ups brings together artists from different genres to seamlessly blend their songs, creating an exciting and unique musical experience. Offered in both CD-sized Digipak and Amaray package, it features a CD with versions of existing Linkin Park and Jay-Z tracks mixed together in the studio; and a DVD featuring two versions of them performing these Mash-Up tracks for MTV.

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Jay Z - Fade to Black Review

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(More customer reviews)This is definitely a must-have for a Jay-Z fan. The film combines footage of Hov's farewell Madison Square Garden concert along with scenes involving the completion of the Black Album. The concert was surprisingly well-performed and energized by several guest stars that pay Jay respectful homage by their sheer presence, as well as lighting up the stage with their vocal collaborations. When Beyonce` pops-up to perform three songs, Jigga's facial affections are an unrehearsed mix of love, appreciation, and admiration. Things only get better when Ghostface joins Beyonce` to perform "Summertime". Behind-the-scene footage depicting the guests as they prepare to take stage enhances each duet, as well as amplifying the significance of their unique talents. The movie does a great job in capturing the emotions of the loving crowd who hang on Jay's every verse. As for the star himself, he performs in a manner exceeding his personal hype. Despite the "me-me-me" subject matter of the majority of his songs, he proves to be an impeccable lyricist and stage performer. He is clearly aware that a song is nothing without the accompanying image. Interestingly, the superstar image is basically shed as the movie presents a few studio sessions depicting Jay as he completes the Black Album. Instead of the rap icon in front of his admiring 20,000 audience, the viewer is presented with a calculating and introspective genius working within the rather crude elements of his craft. Watching Jay as he deciphers beats and formulates his lyrics is worth the price of the DVD alone.

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FADE TO BLACK takes a look at the rapper’s career, providing a backstage glimpse during the concert and showing how his last album was conceived.Narrated by Jay-Z himself, the film features notable guest performances by Beyonce, Missy Elliott, Mary J. Blige, R. Kelly, Pharrell Williams, Foxy Brown and appearances by P. Diddy and 2004 Grammy-winner Kanye West.

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Backstage (2000) Review

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(More customer reviews)If there is one hip hop documentary u gotta pick up, its Backstage. Whats more fun than seein Red and Meth gettin high? Whats more fun than seein Damon Dash curse out da Def Jam prez? This documentary gets you so close to the backstage action even tha artists was startin to get [mad] yellin at da cameras. Some people said there wasnt enough actual concert footage: READ THE TITLE...! ITS CALLED BACKSTAGE NOT ONSTAGE!

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I Am...Yours. An Intimate Performance at Wynn Las Vegas(2CD/1DVD) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a must get CD/DVD set if you are a Beyonce fan! I went to one of Beyonce's I Am... Tour concerts over the summer, but I did not get to attend this intimate Las Vegas show, therefore it's a great honor for me and those who missed the concert to enjoy it on CD/DVD.
The Las Vegas set list is very different from the regular concert set list - the Las Vegas concert has more acoustic set for the first part, and for the second part, Beyonce connected her songs with a story of her career.
The acoustic set includes Beyonce's hit singles such as "Halo", "If I Were A Boy", and "Irreplaceable", and also her lesser known songs like "Scared of Lonely", "Resentment", and "Satellites". This acoustic arrangement really made the songs more intimate and showcased Beyonce rather nicely. The acoustic version of "Sweet Dreams" is surprisingly good!
The second part of the concert is the upbeat/dancing part of the concert. Beyonce started her career story with her Destiny Child's hit singles medley, including "No No No", "Bugaboo", "Independent Women", and "Bootylicious", etc. Then she transitioned the segment into the "Dangerously In Love" era with songs such as "Crazy In Love" and "Naughty Girl". For the finale, Beyonce performed B-Day's "Get Me Bodied" and her 2009 smash single, "Single Ladies".
The concert flowed very well, and Beyonce's energy was beaming throughout the concert (her bands, dancers, and crew were superb to have put this concert together in such a short time!) This CD/DVD also contains a documentary on how the concert was put together. This concert collection is definitely worth the investment! Now Beyonce only needs to release the regular tour version so we get to see more Sasha Fierce, because songs such as "Ego", "Diva", "Freakum Dress", and "Radio" were not included in the Las Vegas shows. 5 STARS!

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Deluxe three disc (two CDs + DVD) edition of the R&B diva's live album featuring a bonus DVD. When Beyonce takes the stage, there's no doubt that you are watching and hearing a rare talent that transcends genres and inspires people of all ages and race. From up-tempo Soul workouts to beautiful Pop ballads, Beyonce makes it look and sound so easy, yet there is so much more than meets the eye: she reaches in and touches the heart and soul of each and everybody in the room. This set features an intimate performance at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas. The two CDs feature a total of 20 tracks while the DVD offers the show and more.

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The Beyoncé Experience - Live (2007) Review

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(More customer reviews)Once you have seen Beyonce' Knowles live in concert, you will have a new respect for her. I had the pleasure of attending "The Beyonce' Experience" when it came to Washington, DC, and since then, I have adored her even more. When Destiny's Child released their first single, "No, No, No", it was crystal clear that Beyonce' was not only the star of the group, but also the hardest working one and the one with the most potential. With this concert on DVD, she proves my stated point. Throughout the duration of the show, Beyonce' didn't miss a beat, nor did she forget a lyric, nor did I see much sweat! She made it look so easy, and that impressed me a great deal.
When she first steps onto the stage, she asks the crowd if they are ready to be entertained. She, without a doubt, entertains for each minute of the two hours that she is performing! It's not easy to keep 20,000 people entertained for two hours, but somehow Beyonce' manages to accomplish this task.
Beyonce' performs all of her biggest hits and also gives us many doses of Destiny's Child's music. "Get Me Bodied" stands out in my mind as one of the best performances because there was non-stop choreography, very creative outfits (she had on black and yellow, hence, her nickname is Bee), and it was simply an energetic performance. "Crazy in Love", "Me, Myself and I", and "Speechless" are other highlights. I loved the simplicity of the "Flaws and All" performance. She sounded great, but she incorporated so many emotions with just one song, and it was very touching to watch (how can she make herself cry on cue, on stage??) "Irreplaceable" is another highlight. Not because she did anything fancy or gaudy, because she didn't, but I love the crowd participation she included, and I liked how she pointed random individuals out from the audience (I.E., she said, "I see you over there with that Beyonce' poster!")
In all honesty, I could go on and on boasting about this DVD, but to really bring into fruition what I am saying, you will have to see it. This concert is recommended by me, no questions. "Are you ready to be entertained?"


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The Up in Smoke Tour Review

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(More customer reviews)If you was one of the unlucky ones that couldnt get tickets to one of the hottest rap tours ever, This DVD is the next best thing.. It puts you in the front row to one of the most exciting one of the most elaborate stage shows ever staged.. The DVD takes you on a 2 hour musical experience unlike no other you would witness in any genre of music.. The DVD also includes some behind the scene with the artists to give it that close and personal feel .. The Sound and picture quality is superb.. The Concert was film in Boston, Mass but there as other footage from other cities on the tour dealing with talkin with fans, People that work behind the scene during the tour etc.. All n All gives you a very in-depth look of the tour and what goes on behind the lights and music.. Highlites of the DVD Dr. Dre/ Snoop and Eminem.. Ice Cube portion of the DVD is also pretty good .. If there is a minor criticism to this DVD it would be that some of the performances were shortening.. But nevertheless if you are a fan of Dre, Snoop, Eminem, Ice Cube this is the DVD to get.. If you were lucky enough to attend the show you want to relive the excitement get this DVD you will not be disappointed

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