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A Night Out With Dwele!

I had the pleasure of attending the Gypsy Soul & Infiniti Entertainment Present the Fourth Anniversary Ear Candy featuring Dwele & Nicholas Ryan Gant event, this past Wednesday in Baltimore, MD.  The event was held at a very quaint establishment, Teavolve Cafe, that allowed personal and up-close, face to face time with the artists performing.  Dim lighting and an eccentric crowd was the perfect recipe for a stimulating evening.

Not only did I attend the event, but I was part of the exclusive Q&A session with Dwele before the performances began.  It was a great opportunity to learn more about his journey and see him interact with fans as he signed their copy of his new CD, Greater Than One.

Dwele’s Q&A Session

Dwele Signing CD’s for the Fans

The Fans Waiting to Meet Dwele

Dwele Signing More CD’s for Fans

The Amazing Dwele

Check out a small bit of what he shared with us:

Q: What’s the same about all people you meet?

A: That’s a tough question! If they are at my shows? They have a great taste in music.

Q: In this new era of R&B/Neo-Soul, what artists are you inspired by?

A: I’m inspired by living!  I may have Bilal setting the mood, but you may find 2 Chainz or some Future in the whip!

Q: Why does it take you so long to come out with an album?

A: I don’t like rushing music.  I stay out on the road…when you’re constantly busy, time flies!  It’s not intentional.

Q: Were you born to “live” by just living or did something happen to make you live that way?

A:  I was always into music since a very very young age.  My father inspired me…he got me into instruments…continuing on with that was a way of keeping my father with me.  As far as living like an artist, I put out the Rize album just to see how people felt.  I just wanted to see what would happen.  I only dropped 100 albums and in my mind I was platinum (lol)!  From there I met Slum (Slum Village).  Also, bootlegging was just getting started then and it created a buzz for me.  It really helped me!  At the time I was working at AAA (Triple A)…if it worked out, cool!  If it didn’t, cool!

Q: What’s your favorite song?

A: That impossible! They’re all my babies.  My favorite song off of Subject would probably be the title song.

Q: What do you want your fans to know?

A: I thank everybody for supporting me. I love you! I’m gonna keep bringing you that good music!

I just loooove the fact that he is so humble and was nice to EVERY single person he came in contact with.  Take a look at some more pictures of Dwele, as well as, some pics of Nicholas Ryan Gant performing songs from his latest album.

Me and Dwele

The host of the event also sang her heart out…

Nicholas Ryan Gant Performing

Nicholas Ryan Gant

Dwele Rocked Out in the Crowd

Dwele Sits Down to Do a Radio Interview

He Started to Sweat When Asked if He Was Single!

Overall, I had an AMAAAZING evening and I was nothing short of entertained! Thanks for visiting the Dreamworld!

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***New Video*** Dawn Richard “Wild N’ Faith”

You know I love sharing new music and videos with all of you!  This is the latest video that brings together two tracks, Wild N’ Young and Faith, from Dawn Richard’s current EP, Armor On.  The former Danity Kane member  is currently working on her new EP, Goldenheart, which releases in October.  Check out this artistically stimulating video that has a lot of similarities to Rihanna’s work (if you ask me):

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***New Video*** Lupe Fiasco “B!tch Bad”

Lupe dropped his brand new video for “B!tch Bad” and if you are a fan, then you know he is bringing light to some socially infused topics.  His new track will be on his Food & Liquor II album and focuses on the different meanings of a “bad b!tch” based on what people are exposed to and influenced by at a young age. Check the video out and share your thoughts on what you get out of it:

 

 

 

 

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Brandy ft. Chris Brown “Put it Down” VIDEO PREMIER!

Brandy drops her new video for hit song, Put it Down, featuring Chris Brown.  It’s nice to finally see her back in the spotlight, doing what she does best.  I’ve always been a Brandy fan and it seems as if she’s got her mojo back!  Check out her new video below!

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Jeremih-NEW MUSIC!!! Free Mixtape Download!

Check out the latest from Jeremih as he drops his brand new mixtape, Late Nights, on Datpiff.  Click on the link for your free download and as always, let me know what you think:

 
 

http://www.datpiff.com/Jeremih-Late-Nights-With-Jeremih-mixtape.379278.html

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Life is Good…

He’s taken a hiatus and has come back with a masterpiece!  With all that life has put at his feet in recent years, he’s put it all into his craft and the argument of who the best rapper is will definitely be reignited with this album.  Life is Good brings lyrical content and plenty of personal confirmations, especially in reference to his saddening divorce from Kelis.  If you’re wondering if he drops her name…yes he does!  He’s back!  If you haven’t done so yet, be sure to support real artistry and get the new Nas album!  This is what Hip-Hop needs!

Before I go, I’m leaving you with a small excerpt from the album…and this is just from the intro; only the tip of the iceberg:

…who wasn’t the most faithful husband, revealed my life, you will forgive me, you will love me, hate me, judge me, relate to me. Only a few will, this how it sounds when you’re too real. They think it’s just music still. Well, I am a graphic, classic, song composer, music notes on sheets I wrote this piece, to get closure. Some of yall might know Kelis, this goes to her with love, also goes to yall to see, the craziest things already happened to me…so either you’ll be laughing at me or you’re laughing with me.

Leave your thoughts/comments on what you think of Life is Good!

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Former Day26 Member, Willie Taylor, Enters the Dreamworld!

We’ve seen him on television, heard him through our speakers and now he’s telling everyone to Instagram Ya Body in his brand new single!  This young man has been known to sing ladies’ lingerie right off their bodies (or so we can assume!) and he’s proven to be well equipped with dance moves, a sultry voice and writing talent.  Willie Taylor (Willie Madison Taylor III) hails from Illinois and was a member in R&B group, Kwiet Storm, but eventually parted ways to start his solo career.  He’s worked with artists such as Avant, Joe, Jagged Edge and Ginuwine and, prior to his solo album release (On My Way), he auditioned for MTV’s Making the Band 4.  He and four others managed to fight their way through grueling try-outs, wow the judges and even win over Diddy himself, to eventually form the group, Day26.

In addition to his success on Making the Band, Willie is the CEO of Noivak Music Group and is a father of two; he seems to be holding up well against the pressure of balancing family and work.  He took some time out of his busy schedule to chat with the Dreamworld and share what’s new with Day26, what we can expect in the near future and one thing that all of the ladies are dying to know…if he’s single!  Check out what he has to say:

How have you grown (musically and personally) since you were first introduced to the world on Making the Band 4/Day 26?

I’ve grown a lot  since the show first aired, I’ve recorded two #1 Albums, traveled the World twice, won awards & had a LOT of Reality checks, but I feel it only made me STRONGER and WISER in my Music and Personal Life.

Instagram Ya Body seems like a simple enough concept since it’s such a popular app now, but no one has made a hit quite like you. How did you come up with the idea to dedicate an entire track to this modern phenom?

I’m a CREATIVE Writer, I always want to be Clever in my Music, I’ve shown a lot of that on my first mixtape, Sextape, with songs like “Knock it Out The Park,” “Sex Conversation,” “King of the Jungle” & “Full Course Meal” to name a few and just like I did with those records I did this record Instagram Ya Body; which is basically letting your girl know how fly she is and wanting to share her Beauty with the world, that Simple!!!! lol

Are you still making music with the group or can fans expect you to be a completely solo artist moving forward?

Great Question,lol. Well Honestly I would Love to tell you that a New Group (DAY26) Album is coming soon but that wouldn’t be true. The reason for the Breakup….. we’ll have to do in a later interview but just know I was one of the members there til the end, and I can’t just stop because of others, so I have to continue to do what I love which is Music.  Get Ready For “The Reintroduction Of Willie Taylor”!

Between the Sextape mixtape and Instagram Ya Body track, it’s safe to say that you are a sexual individual. What influences you to make such raw and sensual music…is it all based on personal experiences?

Some of it is Based of Personal Experiences, Big Imagination, and some just from Knowing what Women Want. Those 3 are SOME of the Secrets to My MADNESS.

You’ve fought your way through the industry and have seen your fair share of ups and downs, what’s one thing you would change if you could?

Honestly, I wouldn’t change anything thus far, I feel Like God works right “ON” Time so everything that I’ve been through, Ups and Downs were in some shape, form or fashion Needed for this Journey!!!!

If you could offer advice to the younger you, what would it be (given what you’ve learned about the industry up to this point)?

I would say, Keep God First,  Stay true to yourself, Invest in YourSelf,  And Give it your all, that way you can always know that you left it all out on the table.  Win or Lose You Gave it your all!!

A personal Willie Taylor favorite of mine is 12 Play; how does it feel to know that you may be responsible for some great romance and/or baby making?

That’s a good feeling! I actually have had many ladies come see me at a show and tell me that they have a baby off my Sextape Music…. crazy part is one said she named her baby “Willie” LOL

All of the ladies want to know…are you single or can they feel free to Instagram their body?

Sorry Ladies, I’m not Single but, however, you can Still feel Free to “Instagram Ya Body” I’m Sure you do that already!!! lol

What’s one funny/quirky thing about you that fans may not know?

I’m goofy as hell, I turn everything into a Joke!!!! We laugh all day in my Camp!!!


Well there you have it!  Everything we’ve been wondering and then some!  I will definitely be following up to get the details on the Day26 break-up, but in the meantime check out his new single, Instagram Ya Body feat. Jeremih, below!  Thank you so much for visiting the Dreamworld and be sure to check back in!




Instagram Ya Body

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