Damn Hot Mess

Hi,

I’ve had the greatest difficulty transferring the database and content to the new host. It finally seems to have worked. Man have I missed this blog. I’ll admit I’ve had times when I though maybe I should forget about it all.

Then I hear a great record and just want to blog about it….

So here we are….. New Host, Fresh Install of wordpress….now all I gotta too is find readers….

Sitting across from a roaring fireplace one winter afternoon in Vail, Janet is curled up on a dark leather couch as she discusses the unlikely topic of Discipline, the title of her new album. Beyond the floor-to-ceiling window, long graceful branches of towering trees are heavy with snow. In the distance, a lift carries skiers up an imposing mountain awash in white. Janet’s wearing a midnight-black sweat suit, her hair pulled back to the nape of her neck. Her body language is relaxed and her eyes are smiling. She’s trim, and also a little hoarse, having just fought off a cold. The whisper-quiet texture of her voice adds to the intimacy of the conversation.

“Discipline has been much on my mind,� she says. “It’s the idea that unifies the songs on this record. As a concept, and even a lifestyle, discipline goes extremely deep. It can be applied to so much about ourselves. In my case, I see it as one of defining aspects of my character. Discipline was there for me from the start. But it was not until this record that I began to understand its full meaning.

“In putting Discipline out front– as both the title of the album and title of a song about sexual surrender–I wanted to announce that I was venturing into new creative waters. That meant working with producers like Jermaine Dupri, Rodney Jerkins, and Ne-Yo, whose songs spoke to the immediacy of my emotions. Like all my records, this one, whether intentional or not, has autobiographical roots. It’s difficult for me to work any other way. I don’t feel it, if I don’t believe it, I can’t sing it.

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Happy new year folks….better late than never…… Hmm me and my hosting provider are not on good terms so I guess they were trying to prove something by suspending my account….In the next couple of days I’ll be switching hosts…..I need more bandwidth anyway…:P

Obviously I have been on hiatus as of recent. I also quit making the monthly mixtapes and I quess it has to do with the quality of music coming out. I did a bunch of posts on music I wasn’t really feeling. I was posting for the sake of posting and keeping readers fed….. This is not why I started this blog. If you want to be flooded with music there are enough other music blogs/p2p/record pools out there…. From now on I pledge to only post about tracks that I truly belief have artistic value……so if you want chicken soup type of foolishness check those previous stated repositories. That doesn’t mean I’ll only post about tracks that carry some huge message…it just means I won’t dedicate my attention to grade school songs with a casio honky tonk beat…..

This blog has gone too far off topic. I will be cutting down on the options and addons. I’m looking into changing the theme. If anybody knows a nice simple widget ready wordpress theme please do let me know.

On a positive note though, Damnhotmess.com has survived for a year this October!!! whoopty whoo huh? I guess thats longer than the average blog, but we have got long ways to go…

I might have a nice surprise for y’all though….you are going to have to wait and see though…

stickaround people,

Nikita

I had a forum up before but it was a big hassle. Since I’m still into forums I decided to put one up again sans the hassle. It’s implemented right here on the blog (Check the “FORUM” on the navigation bar). To participate you just got to register. Your username will work on both the comment section of the blog and on the forum. If you have any ideas for topics or any other additions please don’t hesitate to lett me know.

all links open in new windows…….If you have any stories you deem fit for this section please do send dem over…..

Separated At Birth? Serena Williams and Liv Warfield (Open Entrance) thanx Brian

So Mr Jackson, Michael if your nasty is blaming Randy? Go figure huh….(Eurweb)

Check this dude Kevin Michael out……(concreteloop)

Brokeback Neyo deadbeat dad?…….(Crunk & Disorderly)

The mess formerly known as Bobbaaaaay Brown…….(Bossip)

Coral from the real world got sideward tendencies…yeah like we didn’t know…….(Bossip)

Premiering on VH1 Sunday, May 20 at 9 PM ET/PT.

Now doesn’t this just tickle your little funny bones…..Now what i’m really wondering is….what did Schreech(sp?) do…maybe sum “what what in the butt” style actions? hmmm we already know Schreech doesn’t shy from the freakyness that is his bedstyle manor….F*cking partime cartoon mind…lawd where do people come up with this….

 

 

a lil notice for y’all….you got to download the music quick when I put it up cuz divshare likes to remove things that are not supposed to be there:(… n e ways i’ll try to up dem somewhere else too…..but it’ll take a day or two….if you got any specific tracks you want REupped let me know on the comments section of this post…

Rap-Up.com had the chance to listen to Kelly Rowland’s entire sophomore album Ms. Kelly last week. The album has 12 tracks and is about 45 minutes long. Kelly co-wrote 9 of the 12 tracks. Here’s a track by track breakdown of what you can expect when the album drops June 26.

1. “Like This� featuring Eve
Produced by Polow Da Don
Co-written by Sean Garrett and Kelly Rowland

We’ve all heard this song by now. It’s our favorite track on the album and definitely was the right choice for the first single. Kelly did another song with Eve last year called “Gotsta Go� which did not make the album.

2. “Comeback�
Produced by Scott Storch
Co-written by Kelly Rowland

Catchy, upbeat song and the first of two Scott Storch produced tracks on the CD. On the hook, Kelly sings: “I got that comeback, that hubba bubba…I got a lifetime warranty, guarantee you’ll never leave.�

3. “Ghetto� featuring Snoop Dogg
Produced by Tank
Co-written by Kelly Rowland and Tank

We were told that it was between this and “Work (Put It In)� for the second single. Kelly and her label were going back and forth and finally Kelly told them that she wanted this to be the second single. The smooth, mid-tempo R&B cut features Snoop Dogg. Kelly sings: “Rock your Timbs, sag your jeans, ice your grills, it’s all good with me…That’s what my baby wants, that’s how we be gettin’ it done.� Snoop has a rap in the intro and the middle of the song.

4. “Work (Put It In)�
Produced by Scott Storch
Co-written by Kelly Rowland

This is our second favorite track off the album after “Like This.� This would get our vote for the second single, but “Ghetto� with Snoop is probably a safer choice. The upbeat, fast-paced song has a drumbeat and is a definite club banger. Kelly sings: “No turning back from this party…See all that you can see…Do it baby do it, get it in.�

5. “Flash Back�
Produced by Charlie and Kenny Bereal
Co-written by Kelly Rowland

You might have heard this song already. It was leaked to the Internet a while ago. Kelly sings: “I wish I could relive the past.� The album version is pretty much the same as the one that’s on the net. The instrumental reminds us of the Main Street Electrical Parade at Disneyland.

6. “Every Thought Is You�
Produced by Loren Dawson and Rockwilder
Co-written by Kelly Rowland

Another song that has already hit the net. This mid-tempo number is one of the more forgettable tracks.

7. “The Show� featuring Tank
Produced by Tank
Co-written by Kelly Rowland and Tank

Slow jam, baby making music. This is a duet between Kelly and Tank where they compare making love to putting on a show. Kelly sings: “I’m getting out my show clothes, so hot when I rock those…I’m setting the stage on fire.� We get to hear a grown and sexy Kelly Rowland.

8. “Interlude�
Produced by Billy Mann
Written by Kelly Rowland

This interlude goes into “Still In Love With My Ex.� Kelly says, “Never thought we’d break up for the better…�

9. “Still In Love With My Ex�
Produced by Soulshock & Karlin
Co-written by Kelly Rowland

We can’t help but think this song is about Kelly’s ex-fiancé, football player Roy Williams. The album version of the song is different than the one that was leaked last year. It’s more upbeat and there’s now a guitar/rock feel to it. “I’m so sorry, please forgive me,� Kelly sings.

10. “Love�
Produced by Mysto & Pizzi
Co-written by Kelly Rowland and Solange Knowles

One of the standout tracks. Mid-tempo love song with lyrics like, “It’s a cold, cold world out there…And when it rains it pours out there…The grass ain’t greener on the other side…I knew you would return once you saw the real deal.� Mysto & Pizzi have worked with Cassie and Nina Sky. Kelly co-wrote this one with Beyoncé’s sister Solange who wrote two tracks on 2002’s Simply Deep. Look out for Solange’s album this September.

11. “Better Without You�
Produced by Charlie and Kenny Bereal

Another song that was probably influenced by Kelly’s ex. Guitar-driven track where Kelly talks about moving on from her past relationship. “I’m pursuing my goals,� she sings.

12. “This Is Love�
Produced by Billy Mann

Love, independence, and maturity seem to be the reoccurring themes throughout the album. This is the third song with “love� in the title. This pop ballad features strings and a guitar. Sample lyrics: “You take my imperfections and turn them into art.�

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and some more random bits…

• All is not good in momager land….(Bossip)
• Janet making the move to Island Def Jam….(That Grape Juice)
• Oprih! Ist that your way of locking up dem pedofiles?….(afronerd)
• give me sum gifts and call it my birthday. Pelosi threat to sue Bush over Iraq bill…(TheHill)