Just Who Exactly Is Skylar Grey?

I am a fan of good music. I have been for quite some time. Whatever the genre, I’ve always enjoyed music that speaks to me; music that has a purpose. The ideal song, in my opinion, is one that comes from the heart. It tells a story or explains a situation. When it’s over, you feel empowered or cultured, as if you’ve just been exposed to something greater than words can describe. It might address trivial or hedonistic facets but it does not dwell upon them. You may know every lyric by heart but still discover something different with each new listen.

In Remembrance of Nate Dogg

     

Snoop Dogg. Tupac Shakur. Dr. Dre. These names conjure up a lot of different feelings and beliefs depending on one’s background, birthplace, and age. They are all hip hop superstars, legendary rappers who came to prominence during a time when the genre wasn’t the quick route to fame and fortune that it is seen as today. They all helped create and put their stamp on this thing we call rap music. Beside them, though, just a little outside of the brightest part of the spotlight, stood a seemingly quiet young man with a distinct, soulful voice. This man collaborated with the others and played a major part in catapulting each of them to success at the beginning of their careers. His name is Nathaniel Hale. To the world, he is known as Nate Dogg and he passed away yesterday, March 15, 2011. He was only 41.

How Charlie Got His Sheen Back

Since the dawn of time, there have been two kinds of people in this world: the mere mortals who live safe, lackluster little lives and then a breed of individuals who go above and beyond that; go-getter individuals who aim for and achieve greatness, ensuring that their names will live on in the history books long after their time here. These individuals are known as legends. Carlos Irwin Estevez, popularly known as Charlie Sheen, easily ranks among the best of 'em.