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This Sister is on Fire!

I have had the pleasure of seeing T. Miller twice and each time I was blown away. She has the energy and spirit to keep your hands clappin and fingers snappin with every line she drops. I am truly a fan and cant wait to hear more from her. But don't take my word for it, check out the video below to see for yourself and check out more on you tube. Enjoy

Can You Feel It?

Dancing is one of my biggest pleasures and I connect with music on an intimate level. I wrote this poem back in 2004. The words are actually meant to describe an almost sexual experience with the music in the form of a partner. This is definitely one of my favorite pieces.

Can you feel it
I want to get unconscious with you
I wanna wrap my arms around your waist with my face so close that I can taste the faint
Hint of sweat on your neck
As our bodies intertwine, I feel that you are mine, back and forth we feel the beat as our
Feet hit the ground, listening to the sound penetrate our ears
Losing all inhibitions and fears we are unconscious
Can you feel it
Even though there are a hundred people around us, we are alone
As we enter the zone of sex
Feeling like we had “X” I mean ecstasy all in our bodies
Making my nature rise to the occasion, blazin right through you
Can you feel it
Yeah I know you can cause your wonderin who is this man dancing up behind me
With smoke and steam blowin from around and above
Now whose got you crazy in love as you begin to throw it harder, bolder
Hoping this song is never over
We get unconscious
Can you feel it
Yeah boy dance
As were both stuck in a trance
There’s just trust no romance
Just pure unadulterated lust as you can feel the thrust of me dancing behind you
Our bodies are speaking a language that has never been heard
Without saying a word
You can hear it
You can feel it
You can taste it
On the inside I can feel that you are all wet
Will you let me afterwards
This feeling with no logic or reason
Is just a season of bliss
Being spontaneous, I can kiss the small of your neck
Can you feel it
As our bodies join together
Letting the rhythm pump you
As you’re getting unconscious
Letting me bump you
I can feel it, you can feel it
Don’t go into the fire, don’t go into the dark
Just give into the moment
Cause I just might break your heart
Let’s just get unconscious together
And tell me can you feel it

Monster

Kanye West is about to drop his 3rd video from Dark Twisted Fantasy. I really like the song so I hope the video will live up to my expectation. Knowing Kanye, it will. On another note, am I the only one who thinks Nicki killed it on this track!! Check out the preview below.

Def Poetry Moments

Every now and then I like to go back and watch old episodes of Def Poetry Jam. Below is a clip from a 2006 episode featuring Kanye. Say what you want about him but this brother is crazy talented with a swag that is off the radar. Also featured is a clip of the eccentric goddess that is Erykah Badu. I have so many favorites and I will be posting more but these are right up there with the best. Enjoy!

Thinking of Aretha

Sources say that Grammy award-winning singer Aretha Franklin has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The Queen of Soul has not publicly confirmed the illness but did release a statement earlier this month saying she had successful surgery. Franklin, 68, canceled all public appearances through May of next year.

Aretha Franklin's family has reported the singer "is doing better than doctors expected." This news comes on the heels of recent Aretha Franklin cancer reports from the likes of National Enquirer. Her family has not confirmed the pancreatic cancer reports and is asking that the media respect Franklin's privacy.Courtesy of Chicago Tribune.

Aretha is a music legend and my thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family during this difficult time.

Culinary Corner:

You are probably wondering why I'm talking about restaurants on this type of blog. Well, I happen to think that culinary experience is a form of expression. Its expression through the senses of taste and smell. Have you ever been to a restaurant and the dining experience was so good that you find that you've been there for hours and didn't know where the time went? Well that is what I experienced at The Drawing Room. The Drawing room, located on 937 N Rush street, is very trendy with just the right amount of class that makes you comfortable enough to relax and have fun. They don't just have bartenders, they have Mixologists. This description taken from their website puts it best.

The Drawing Room features a cocktail program unmatched in Chicago. Created by Chief Mixologist Charles Joly and a team of Master Bartenders, the cocktail list is a collection of classic cocktails, modern creations, punch bowls, hand crafted sodas, and boutique coffee and tea service.

Since opening in 2007, the Drawing Room has focused on sharing the art and history of cocktails with guests. Not only do guests seated at the bar enjoy the knowledge of the Master Bartenders on staff, but the bar will come to the guests seated at tables. The Drawing Room features custom-built bar carts that allow the Master Bartenders to create culinary cocktails table side and interact with the customers anywhere in the venue.

This year the Drawing Room had the honor of being named Cocktail Lounge of the Year by Nightclub & Bar Magazine and recognized at the Nightclub and Bar show in Las Vegas.

In a world where people are turning more and more to pre-mixed, pre-packaged, and manufactured options for their cocktails, The Drawing Room maintains a strong commitment to fresh ingredients, house made mixers, small batch spirits, and the highest level of service for its customers.

The Drawing Room also offers an intimate dining experience in its hidden subterranean location. Chef Nick Lacasse creates a seasonally inspired progressive American cuisine with global influence, whimsical interpretations, and a focus on textural contrast.

After your wonderful dining experience, head on over to Le Passage. Its a night club that is attached to the Drawing Room!

So if you are looking for a cool place to take friends or out of town guest for the holidays, I strongly suggest The Drawing Room and Le Passage. You wont be disappointed.