Jay Dot Rain (@JayDotRain) – Ca$h Talk [video]
First single off the new album coming soon. Very soon. Also, check out my playlist on Zambah music featuring Jay Dot Rain.
Category: Features
The Curious Case of the Wonder Woman Movie
With a little less than two months left until release, Wonder Woman is DC’s forgotten movie.
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley Resigns, Booked Into Montgomery County Jail
Former Alabama Governor Robert Bentley has been booked into Montgomery county jail and resigned from his position as impeachment proceedings began to heat up in the state capital. Bentley’s resignation comes on the heels of a series of scandals dating back to 2015 when his ex-wife filed for divorce. A series of unfortunate events later … Continue reading Alabama Governor Robert Bentley Resigns, Booked Into Montgomery County Jail
The #ThorRagnarok Trailer Just Dropped and It’s a Sight to Behold
Ron and AJ here. We’re back. Doing what we do best: Hyping superhero movies months before they even drop. We get it. Solo Thor movies are a hard sell. He’s basically the dumb blonde of the Avengers movies, so his comedic relief isn’t enough to carry entire movies by himself. [Although Thor: The Dark World … Continue reading The #ThorRagnarok Trailer Just Dropped and It’s a Sight to Behold
Pepsi Hosts First Ever #alllivesmatter Block Party
I want to start off by saying Pepsi ain’t ish and ain’t never been ish. This is in part because I’m a true Southerner and also 1/16th hood so the only carbonated beverages I deal with are Coke and Faygo. (and Coke can refer to anything that’s not Pepsi or Faygo including Sprite, Dr. Pepper, … Continue reading Pepsi Hosts First Ever #alllivesmatter Block Party
Duende District: A Haven for Minority Book Lovers [@duendedistrict]
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Duende District Bookstore (@duendedistrict) One of the few things I like about DC is meeting people I would have never encountered in good ole Alabama. It is honestly inspiring being around so many people of color my age who are driven, passionate smart and fighting for … Continue reading Duende District: A Haven for Minority Book Lovers [@duendedistrict]
The Lunatic is in Your Head: How Legion Controls Your Mind
You know the greatest thing I loved about comics as a kid? They suspended reality. It was an opportunity for me to escape reality, if only briefly. Even though some stories would be emotionally driven and mirrored real life events, they still served as a fantasy world. They formed a mythology. This mythology only existence on thin … Continue reading The Lunatic is in Your Head: How Legion Controls Your Mind
Why UAB’s Spring Game, and Fall Campaign, Are Crucial to Birmingham’s Continued Growth
June 1, 2015.
The most unlikely scenario finally occurred. Dr. Ray L. Watts announced that UAB Football would be returning with a few notable changes
The OFFICIAL Power Rangers Movie Review
I know what you guys are thinking “Didn’t this drop yesterday?” Well, not really. See, a review for this movie dropped on this site but it was posted by someone other than me that Ryan and Ron picked and since I am the guy who does superhero/nerd movie reviews. So, for those of you who … Continue reading The OFFICIAL Power Rangers Movie Review
The Greatest (Worst) Power Rangers Rip-Offs You Forgot All About
You were probably one of the millions who ran to theaters this weekend to chase nostalgia. The Power Rangers was important to our childhood but we often lose historical context. We only remember the greats. No one remembers the bench player. The 90s had a lot of greats, but trust me, there were a lot … Continue reading The Greatest (Worst) Power Rangers Rip-Offs You Forgot All About
More Mighty Than Morphin’: Power Rangers Is Worth The Time (by @FletchTopper)
Howdy there, KWC readers. My name is Fletcher Keel, and Ryan and Ron were kind enough to let me pen a guest-post for the website about the Power Rangers reboot/reimagining film that was officially released this weekend.
You Might See Me in the Tweets: A Musical Introduction [Guest Blog by @abuggslyfe]
A life soundtrack by guest blogger @abuggslyfe
Go Go Power Rangers Freestyle – In Honor of the New Movie
The year is 2009, after tirelessly pouring over Audacity and looped midi files, the first Low Ceilings was done. All that was needed was the icing on the cake. Enter the Power Rangers Freestyle, featuring @BaronAhmon, @ibRichieNoDoze, Chris Fogg and C-Teezy. You’re fucking welcome. You can download Low Ceilings Vol.2 Special Edition here.
The 2017 Twitter Bingo Card – WIN A FREE T-SHIRT!
Oh twitter, how we love and hate you simultaneously! While you’re a wonderful application that keeps people connected, keeps us abreast on the latest news topics and spreads some good natured humor. It’s also a source of recycled jokes, discussions and arguments. And yeah, you can simply unfollow the people on your timeline that are … Continue reading The 2017 Twitter Bingo Card – WIN A FREE T-SHIRT!
More Than Mighty Morphin’: Ranking Our Top 5 Power Rangers Seasons
I grew tired of seeing the disrespect and decided to make a list of my favorite Power Rangers seasons. Note: We use “season” loosely here because we really mean series. Mighty Morphin ran for quite a while and other series got two seasons. We’re ranking titles. My list is first, then AJ’s follows. 5. Zeo Zeo … Continue reading More Than Mighty Morphin’: Ranking Our Top 5 Power Rangers Seasons
Holy Hell, Iron Fist is Pretty Bad
A spoiler-free review of Marvel’s Iron Fist
Dear Hollywood, I’m Sick of Your Shit
No idea under the sun is original. Your favorite thing is likely influenced by the creator’s favorite thing. This will become someone’s favorite thing and influence them to create someone’s favorite thing. The cycle repeats. With that said, there are two things I hate the more than anything else in entertainment: Bad Boy remixes and … Continue reading Dear Hollywood, I’m Sick of Your Shit
The Top 12 Epic Rap Battles of History of All Time
The iconic Internet Series has had a lion-share of great episodes. Which are the best of the best?
No Country for Old Men: The Logan Review featuring @RonQuixote_ and @AJ_Phx
“Now you run on home to your mother and tell her…There aren’t any more guns in the valley”
AJ’s 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2017
If you’ve been following this site long enough you know I was brought on here primarily to help Ron with reviewing Comic Book movies AND that these are pretty much the only movies I watch. So, seeing as how 2017 is chock full of great movies, I figured I’d drop the 10 I’m most looking … Continue reading AJ’s 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2017
#MarchSadness2017 – Create Your Bracket
Oh it’s here buddy. It’s. Freaking. Here. March 1st is upon us, which means it’s time to kick off our annual foray into the previous year’s failures. It’s MARCH SADNESS baby. We revealed our one-seeds a few weeks ago, and will reveal the rest of the bracket today. Here’s how the game works. Once the … Continue reading #MarchSadness2017 – Create Your Bracket
Is This The Calm Before The Storm? Nicolas Cage Is Up To Something
Look I don’t know what’s going on in the picture above and honestly I don’t want to know. We can’t allow it to happen though. It has been 10 years since Nicolas Kim C(age)oppola stole $9.25 from us, $8.25 if you were a college student. Well, at least, that’s the last time he stole from me. After … Continue reading Is This The Calm Before The Storm? Nicolas Cage Is Up To Something
Don’t Call It A Podcast 4: Top 15 Disney Cartoons of All-Time
Disney is without a doubt the most recognizable entertainment company on the planet. They’ve gone through a ton of cycles, but the 80s and 90s showcased a brand new wave of animation from movies to series that introduced Disney to a whole new generations. Between the Disney Channel and ABC’s OneSaturday Morning, Disney gave us a LOT of quality cartoons. In the podcast, we take a look at the Top 15 they’ve ever produced.
AJ’s Top 10 Black Superheroes
One of the things I often hear about among black people is their perception that there aren’t a lot of comic book characters. And while I agree that there could be more, there are more than you’d think. With it being black history month, I figure it’s only right I give you my top 10. … Continue reading AJ’s Top 10 Black Superheroes
#MarchSadness #1 Seeds Announced
Who had the worst 2016? You tell us!
When the Big12 Inevitably Dissolves, The SEC Should Take Kansas
What was once regarded as both a powerhouse football and basketball conference, the Big12 is teetering on the brink of mediocrity in terms of overall relevance, and it’s all the Big 12’s fault.
Plot Twist: After Years of Making Cinematic Poop, I’m an M. Night Shyamalan Fan Again
Think about a movie that influenced you. A movie that changed the way you viewed movies forever. From the moment you saw it, you knew it would be the standard which you judged other movies. Now, I know when most self-appointed film geeks name their most influential movies, they usually include something like 2001, Apocalypse … Continue reading Plot Twist: After Years of Making Cinematic Poop, I’m an M. Night Shyamalan Fan Again
The KWC Blog Inc., Purchases The Miami Dolphins, Plans to Move Team #TweetFL
The Kids Wear Crowns collective recently launched a CrowdFund to purchase the Miami Dolphins from Majority owner Stephen Ross.
A.J. Phoenix Recalls The Difficulties Of Being A “Blerd” Before It Was Cool
Originally posted on Joe Hova's Mindframe:
Childhood is one of the most difficult experiences of life. Your parents don’t understand the harsh judgement that other kids dish out just for being yourself (sometimes they contribute to that judgement). The more I look back on my childhood I see it was my destiny to be…
Celebrating an Icon: Recapping Michael Vick’s Top 7 Performances
Rumors have been swirling for the better part of a week now that Michael Vick would officially retire from the NFL. On Friday, he made it official. Now that Vick is finally walking away from football, we can take a step back and truthfully analyze his career and what he meant to the game.
True Life: I’m Addicted to NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
Everyone has their wormhole of the internet they get trapped in. For some people, it’s brawl videos. Some people watch funny Facebook videos that give birth to memes. Some people watch those disgusting Dr. Pimple Popper videos. Much like Sky (@CheesusSlice) and his love for Triple J cover videos, my wormhole deals with music too. … Continue reading True Life: I’m Addicted to NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
The Black History Month Reading List
The orange president decided to switch it up this year by calling February 2017 National African American History Month instead of Black History Month. For obvious that are too long to list, that doesn’t work for us. We’re still calling it Black History Month around these parts.
Ranking Nickelodeon’s Best Shows
We continue our Greatest Cartoons of All-Time countdown series with one of American television’s most iconic staples
The Top 20 [AdultSwim]/Toonami Shows of All-Time
Counting down Adult Swim and Toonami’s most historic shows of all time (Podcast)
A Farewell to President Obama (From Little Black Boys Like Me)
When I was around the age of 4 years old, I would go to my grandma’s house while my parents worked. Since I went there very early in the morning, I was usually greeted with pancakes or french toast. She would sit in her chair and watch her “stories” while I would read a stack … Continue reading A Farewell to President Obama (From Little Black Boys Like Me)
Nostalgia: Ultra – Parappa The Rapper Introduced America to Rhythm Based Gaming
The year is 1996: The Macarena is on top of the Billboard Charts, Independence Day and Twister are the highest grossing films of the year, and rap is still in an awkward state as far as its place in American culture is concerned. While Black America had embraced the genre, white people still had a major issue with the genre and it was nowhere near as universally accepted as it tends to be now.
Book Review: March
On January 20th 2017, the world will be introduced to Donald J. Drumpf Trump as President of The United States. Still doesn’t sound or feel right as I type this. Despite how hard it is to fathom this change in dynamic from a hope driven charismatic Barack Obama to a short tempered hate monger but also … Continue reading Book Review: March
The Young Pope Arrives When We Need Him the Most
This is usually the section where I introduce a show to you, tell you what it’s about, and then, why you need to watch it. First, the name of this show is The Young Pope. Second, what is this show about? A pope? A young one? I’ll tell you what little I do know. This show picks … Continue reading The Young Pope Arrives When We Need Him the Most
Don’t Call It A Podcast Ep. 2: Cartoon Network’s Top 20 Cartoons
In case you missed it, Entertainment Weekly dropped a list their Top 10 Cartoon Network programs of all-time. We’re not going to link to it because it’s trash, but we got to thinking, what do we consider some of the greats?
Favorites of the NFL’s Final Four?
Which of the NFL’s Final Four teams has the best chance to hoist the Lombardi next month?
A Procrastinator’s List of Favorite Movies from 2016
Look, time is a man-made concept. The Earth doesn’t rotate a perfect 24 hours a day. There was no Year 0. For all intents and purposes, it could still be 2016 in an alternate universe. No? Well, I’m done making excuses for my chronic procrastination. This was an arduous task, though, as it is every … Continue reading A Procrastinator’s List of Favorite Movies from 2016
Black Twitter Finesses Yahoo! Finance Gaffe In A Way Only Black Twitter Can – #niggernavy
I said it last time this happened, but we as black people have a way of taking the horrible and turning it into something positive and funny. Black Twitter has done it once again with the #niggernavy hashtag.
Previewing and Predicting Wildcard Weekend
This should be a relatively interesting postseason, at least for the NFC. The AFC really only features two teams with a chance to take down the Patriots, it’s their tournament to lose really. But there are still potentially entertaining matchups in the first round on that side of the coin.
UAB Productions Releases Low Ceilings Vol. 2, 7th Anniversary Edition
Back in 2010 the mixtape to change all college mixtapes was released. It was an epic record that stole the hearts of millions. UAB Productions consists of rappers Richie NoDoze (then went by ATL), Baron Amato (then went by El Beezy), Chris Fogg (then known as Chris Nasty) and features appearances from Kylla Cam, C-Teezy … Continue reading UAB Productions Releases Low Ceilings Vol. 2, 7th Anniversary Edition
Ron’s Favorite TV Shows of 2016
For this post, I feel like it’s only fair to break it down in two ways. First I’m going to highlight the best currently running shows of 2016 and talk about my favorite episodes. Then, I’m going to talk about the newcomers.
The Kids Wear Crowns Album of the Year Show (featuring “Prolly” Drunk @Pattric)
Ron, Ryan, Aj and guest @Pattric talk about their favorite albums and the most trash albums of the year.
Why The Group of 5 Playoff IS a Good Idea
Every year we start and end college football season with the same general consensus: the only teams who have a shot at the National Title are those who exist within the bubble of the Power 5.
And Your #MerryLitmas Greatest Christmas Song of All Time is….
The winner of the 2016 #MerryLitmas is…..
#MerryLitmas (Best Christmas Songs of All Time)- Elite Ate
We’re nearing the end folks, the KWC “Merry Litmas” celebration is closing down with 4 days to go until Christmas.
Can you feel it?
It’s steamrolling like Trump at a scamming opportunity
Like Bill Clinton with an intern
Explosive like a fake cell phone to Cee-Lo’s face.
I’m going to treat y’all, not only am I going to tell you who’s in the Elite Ate, I’m going to link you to the videos for your listening pleasure…to help you make an informed decision.
Let’s look at our remaining contenders, shall we?
#ScorchingHotTakes Episode 2 – Best Chances to win the Super Bowl
Hello, I’m conducting a survey.
Who’s your favorite team?
I don’t care. Listen to my podcast, we talk Cowboys, Lions folding under pressure and how the Giants might have the best chance in the league to make a run.
Why Rogue One is the Best War Movie of the Year
Long ago, in a galaxy far far away…there was a trilogy. This trilogy predated its trilogy of prequels by 22 years. Sixteen years later, the first movie in a new trilogy of movies that takes place right after the events of the first trilogy, which is now thirty-eight years old in its origin, was … Continue reading Why Rogue One is the Best War Movie of the Year
Lobotomix Se7en Years of Hip Hop [ D Gut (@theOnlyDGUT) Interview]
On November 25th, a host of local MCs gathered to celebrate Lobotomix‘s seven years of hip hop coverage. This show made it clear that Alabama has a large underground hip-hop following. Many of the rappers performing were in the crowd rapping along to other rappers songs. The Alabama hip-hop scene is a fraternity and everyone … Continue reading Lobotomix Se7en Years of Hip Hop [ D Gut (@theOnlyDGUT) Interview]
Ryan’s Scorching Hot Takes – NFC Playoff Picture (Audio)
Do the Cowboys have anything to worry about? Should Romo start? Are the Lions are a legitimate contender? Why was Jeff Fisher so bad?
Ryan answers all that and more on the first edition of SCORCHING HOT TAKES.
#MerryLitmas – Greatest Christmas Songs of All-Time, Round 2
We’ve wrapped up Round 1, you can see the matchups by going here. Here’s who survived onto Round 2! Motown Christmas Bracket: #1 – “Santa Clause is Coming to Town” – Jackson 5 #2 – “Silent Night” – The Temptations #3 – Someday at Christmas” – Stevie Wonder #5 – “Let It Snow” – Boyz … Continue reading #MerryLitmas – Greatest Christmas Songs of All-Time, Round 2
#BlackTwitterVerificationQuestions: Make Black Twitter Great Again
Buzzfeed will have a post like this up in the morning, but like Ray J, remember, we did it first.
Analyzing the NFL’s Playoff Push – AFC Predictions
There’s a lot at stake here over the next three weeks, so let’s take a look at what could possibly shake, starting with the AFC
Local Spotlight: Lobotomix
Lobotomix’s #SE7ENyears of Hip Hop
#MerryLitmas – Greatest Christmas Songs of All-Time
What’s the greatest Christmas song of all time? We’re putting it to our voters to find out!
#TweetThroughIt – Pokemon Trap: A Love Story Part 1
Oh Internet, you never cease to amaze me.
Let’s have some fun combining rap with Pokemon like no one ever asked.
What’s Your Favorite Album of 2016?
Last year, we made a poll for the best album of 2015 and we’re doing so again this year. There are 10 entries but you can put just 5 albums if that’s all you have. AJ and I will reveal the results during our live end of the year show.
Nostalgia: Ultra – Ultimate Scooby Doo Power Rankings
What can be said about Scooby Doo? It’s the longest running cartoon entity on television that’s still in production….that may not be exactly true but if the President-elect doesn’t have to fact check then neither the hell do I.
Trevor Noah: A Case Study on the Pointlessness of Trying to Cure White Stupidity
To start off with a little bit of background, Trevor Noah, aka #africanbae, is widely regarded as one of the last remaining hopes of light skint dudes in America, and is also known for being the host of The Daily Show. His show is satire and often pokes fun at the ridiculousness of politics in … Continue reading Trevor Noah: A Case Study on the Pointlessness of Trying to Cure White Stupidity
Week 12 NFL Power Rankings: No Clever Names, No Gimmicks, Just Pizza
5 weeks left in the regular NFL season, 4 games left for your favorite team. How do they fit into the playoff picture?
The College Football Playoff Is A Load of…
Listen.
We know what it is. It’s politics. P-O-L-I-Tics. College Football when it comes down to it is about the blue bloods and the bigger fan bases, and there’s nothing wrong with that.
#OutsideTheBox: ZTE Axon 7 Mini Review
So, in an effort to find hidden gems in everyday items we use (and also to create content since Ron is a slave driver), I will be doing a post every so often reviewing something from a smaller business than the norm. For example, I was among the early crowd who cut cable in … Continue reading #OutsideTheBox: ZTE Axon 7 Mini Review
NFL Power Rankings Week 11: Fresh Coat of Paint on Old Crap
Protip: If you’re going to revive an old “feel good” program, it might not be a good idea to revive a program best known for completely screwing its “winners” over.
ITrust Us We’re Rappers: Chapter V
Ok so, boom. claps hands Just kidding, there is no better way to say that I have been slackin. It has been far too long and I have missed you. We won’t count the weeks since the last Chapter of our playlist; let’s not live in the past. The 5th Chapter of Trust Us We’re … Continue reading ITrust Us We’re Rappers: Chapter V
Why Donald Trump’s “New Deal” for Blacks Should Scare You
Earlier this week, President-Elect Donald Trump dropped his “plan” for black Americans under his regime, phrasing it as a “New Deal.” On the surface, his plan seems to be trying to uplift black Americans, but once you look past the fuzzy words and propaganda, it’s actually our worst nightmare. The ten point plan promises, … Continue reading Why Donald Trump’s “New Deal” for Blacks Should Scare You
Doctor Strange is Just What The MCU Needs
This weekend, millions of people will be entering the turnstiles of cinemas across the country to catch a glimpse of yet another MCU film. And like we always do, me and Ron are here to give you a glowing review of that movie, but before we do, a couple of weeks ago, Ron and … Continue reading Doctor Strange is Just What The MCU Needs
Nostalgia: Ultra – For 2 Years MyWay Entertainment was the Funniest Group on the Internet
Back in 2006 a fan recorded dub of an episode of the classic 90’s Saturday Morning X-Men cartoon made its way to a somewhat popular video hosting website.
(Warning: Language and Crude humor)
NFL Week 8 Power Rankings: Best Neptune Productions
Before Pharrell Williams was known for outlandishly large hats that vaguely resemble the Arby’s Logo and making songs for movies about sentient humanoid Twinkies, you couldn’t listen to a hit track without him being involved in it….I promise this is about football
Nostalgia: Ultra – Immortalizing the Legend That is Turquoise Jeep
Life is full of important questions, what is the meaning of life? How much IS too much? What is it that Meatloaf WON’T do for love (he never clarifies) and, of course:
How you like your eggs?
Fried or fertilized?
Why Doctor Strange Might Be Your Least Favorite Marvel Origin Movie –(And Why That’s a Good Thing)
“I don’t believe in fairy tales about chakras or energy or the power of belief.”
NFL Week 7 Power Rankings: Minecart Madness Edition
It’s not what it looks like, this is a post about the NFL. Power Rankings.
Time for the MCU to Loosen Up
Anybody who follows this blog knows one thing about me: I LOVE the MCU. Kevin Feige and the people at Marvel have done something I never thought possible back when I first picked up a comic book: they created a living, breathing comic book for the big screen. From the moment Nick Fury showed up … Continue reading Time for the MCU to Loosen Up
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