The crew is back for another unique take on pop culture. This week we discuss Chance The Rapper taking heat on Twitter for being a fraud, the sad case of Feminista Jones and asking for money on social media, the latest controversy that Deray finds himself in with The Planet of the Apes movie franchise … Continue reading The GPG Podcast #27 – Pull Up Then, In Jesus Name
If y’all didn’t know already, The Kids Wear Crowns is on the Shawn Smith bandwagon heavy. He dropped the video to his lyrical barrage Heaven this week and it just shows he’s on the come up. Seriously, the bars are just as good as the message. Best bars of 2017 “Joe Jackson the grind I … Continue reading Heaven (Video) – @ShawnSmithStory
From the moment I saw the first teaser for Snowfall, I was intrigued. The crack “epidemic” is a definitive era in American history and we still feel a lot of those effects today. Although this era gets romanticized endlessly through every medium imaginable and I shy away from it (See: Narcos) Snowfall still had me curious. Maybe it … Continue reading Snowfall and the Importance of Having Patience With “Slow-Burn TV”
Disclaimer: Never ever try to find this web series by simply typing ‘keloid’ into the YouTube search bar. Keyword searches are your friend. The more keywords, the better. I nearly didn’t have the stomach to type this but I was able to click away before I saw too many grotesque stills. If you’re one of those … Continue reading Keloid: The Black Sci-Fi Web Series You’ve Been Waiting For
Okay. [in my Ron Voice]
AJ is gonna be mad.
Courtney is gonna be furious.
But I have to finally admit. Teen Titans Go! deserves my respect, it was a hard conclusion to come to, but after watching marathons with my one-year old, I have to admit, it’s a damn good show.
You know if there’s a new movie or album we gotta react to it. Last month we did a quick turnaround review of “Wonder Woman”.
This time around we drop our hot takes (no copyright) about Spider-Man: Homecoming, including AJ’s dissenting opinion. Was the movie good? Is this the best Spider-Man film of all-time?
We let Dominique, Miari, Austen and Christena take the floor (with our occasional chime in of course) and discuss their experiences with approaching the opposite sex.
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH BOY Y’all sure it has only been one week? My goodness, this is amazing. Let me back up. The first full week of Big Brother has concluded as of Thursday Night, resulting in a blindside eviction after what has been a messy week. Let’s start with the beginning. What Happened Last Thursday? After Cameron … Continue reading The #BB19 Week 1 Recap: This Is ALREADY Better than BB18
If you missed this one, this is a throwback to an episode we did earlier this year. Someone published a list of the Greatest Cartoon Network programs of all-time, we thought it was trash, so we gave our spiel. Features Courtney, AJ, Ron and Ryan.
The GPG crew is back give another unique take on the culture. This week they discuss Rihanna and interracial dating, Amber Rose hooking up with 21 Savage, why Umar Johnson is destroying the culture, Kodak Black and why the discussion of colorism is important in media and society. We also talk about why Jay-Z’s new album is important in 2017. As always follow us on Twitter!: @TheGPGPodcast
This week, the We Bringing Love Back crew (@T__Hill, @CheckTheResume, @neckofdwoods) discusses experiences with breakups and tips on how to move on. Miari (@borngoldblooded), Mike/Sanchez (@___Sneakerhead), Glen (@GlenOfSteel) and Destiny (@des_tuh_knee) join us to tell us their side of their relationship experiences and how to move on from failed relationships. Hope you’ve had your coffee. It’s a pretty long episode.
BLERDcon was a much-needed celebration of diversity in all shapes and sizes. There were cosplayers in wheelchairs, panels on LGBT characters in sci-fi, workshops for making costumes for every body type, and of course, black nerds galore. It was the very definition of a safe space; not something that excludes, but a space that unites by its commitment to respect and tolerance.
Singer-songwriter Sebastian Kole, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, joins the podcast to talk with AJ and Ryan about the future of the music industry. AJ presented a nice little theory last week about how Streaming Services could become the new record companies down the line, and Sebastian tells us how that might not be far from the truth.
Milestones are the thing to celebrate these days so here’s an important one: On June 28th, 2017, Boomerang turned 25. It was directed by Reginald Hudlin (House Party, The Great White Hype) and was based on a script by Eddie Murphy (Literally everything in the 80s and 90s). It featured a star-studded cast with names such as … Continue reading Boomerang: The Best Rom-Com of All Time
Don’t Call It A Podcast – Ep14 – Let’s Get In 4:44mation – Jay’s album marks an interesting point for rap, it has always been seen as “a young man’s game” and therefore subject to trivial and youthful subject matter outside of discussing one’s circumstances growing up. Jay has pushed an envelope to really start digging into infidelity, admitting one’s mistakes and moving forward with an already established relationship. While other rappers have made songs that were reflective of this, none have really gone as deep as Shawn has on this latest release.
TODAY IS THE DAY. BIG BROTHER 19 IS UPON US. We’ve spent the last few days recapping the biggest moves in game history, the best seasons and even gave a little rundown for those unfamiliar with the history of the US version, and today we’re going to give our list of not only the greatest … Continue reading #BB19 Hype Train: The Greatest and Most Underrated Players of All-Time
The Hot Takes crew is back! Ryan, Courtnee and Alex talk about Colin Kaepernick’s “retirement”, and break down who he could have played for. They also talk about the biggest games of College Football’s opening weekend, and begin their NFL Preview by breaking down and predicting the AFC South’s eventual winner!
Today, we at the KWC would like you all to join us in wishing the boss man, Ronnie a happy 40th birthday (he’s claiming he’s 29 but we don’t believe him). Either way, I think I speak for us all when I say thank you for giving us a platform to express ourselves and put … Continue reading Happy Birthday @RonQuixote_
Big Brother is a game of social strategy combined with, now, physical strength. Some seasons feature power balance swings that go back and forth all season long making the season entertaining. Sometimes an alliance steamrolls through a season, or one particular person is instrumental in nearly every eviction throughout the course of the season. What I wanted to do today was cover the best and worst of BB’s 18 seasons so far. Except the first season, I excluded that because it was a completely different game.
When the p**** is chasing, we can’t run that fast. w/ @RonQuixote_ @Snook24 @PrinceHAK33M @lexielovesbama @Pattric & @McDeedus Music: Drippin x Paper nolassnaym Follow us on Twitter ===>>> @BarbershopPod
We’re back from a 2 week hiatus! This week we discuss the significance self-love on our most vulernable episode yet. We share our experiences on love, relationships and of course, accusations of Bryson supposedly being a Laker fan. I do recommend you guys to take note if this does apply to you. Don’t forget to bring love back, guys. Enjoy!
5 days remain until the premiere of #BB19 on CBS! As stated before, you can follow Ryan’s live tweets during BB19 on our KWC Blog account (@TheKWCBlog). To continue moving the hype train forward, we’re going to talk today about the biggest moves in game history. By the way, if you missed my introductory post … Continue reading The #BB19 Hype Train Continues: Our Top 10 Biggest Moments in BB History
It’s been awhile since we’ve done one of these but we couldn’t let Big Boi’s album pass without reviewing it. Well, the wait is over so let’s jump straight into it.
That’s right, there are people still out there who watch Big Brother, I’m one of them, and today I’m going to break down why you should too.
New York Times recently posted their Top 25 Movies of the Century. I’m not sure why 2017 is a benchmark but when I see a list it’s my duty to analyze it. While going through their list I noticed that I’ve missed quite a few acclaimed movies since the Y2K scare. I’m going to use … Continue reading Top 25 Movies of the Century According to @RonQuixote_
With it being the first official day of summer, I figure it’s only right the song of today be an embodiment of that. Enjoy https://youtu.be/Kr0tTbTbmVA
Every time a new project drops, it doesn’t take long before Social Media begins to claim that said project is either trash or a classic. It doesn’t matter the artist, it doesn’t matter the context behind the project, it’s always going to get a label, immediately.
Today, we wanted to ask, “what exactly IS a classic album, and how do we define it when it comes to rap?”
Ryan, Courtney and special guests Nate and James breakdown Nintendo’s E3 Presentation. Has the gaming giant won back the masses?
Scorching Hot Takes is BACK! Under a new name and a new format! This time Ryan is joined by my new co-hosts, Courtnee Owen and Alex Jones as they discuss the NFL Offseason so far, including the NFL Draft, why the Falcons should be able to avenge last year’s disaster of a Super Bowl finish, … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast featuring @AChristianJones and @CourtneeHendrix – NFL Offseason Review
Yo! In case you didn’t know, you can find the “Don’t Call This A Podcast” series on iTunes! Now you don’t need Soundcloud in order to take us on the go! If you have an iPhone, you can follow the link below, and if you have an Android, each podcast post has a streaming option now built in!
I have levels to my movie watching. Level 1: I HAVE to see this the day it’s released Level 2: This movie looks cool but I don’t have to see it in theaters. I’ll catch it on Blu-Ray. Level 3: Will Netflix have this in a year? Level 4: I have no interest in seeing … Continue reading Hot Take: _____ ______ is the Greatest Action Star of Our Generation
So, I know I’m not the usual music review guy, but every so often, I come across something that reminds me of why I first fell in love with Hip-Hop. As a (former) rapper, I’m always impressed with a great lyricist. Unfortunately, that isn’t exactly prevalent in today’s game and that’s fine, because my days … Continue reading Sink or Swim: @ShawnSmithStory Review
The crew is back for another week to give their unique take on the culture. This week they discuss Boosie telling jail stories, Bill Maher using the n word, the importance of black people in media, Tiger Woods and more! As always follow them on Twitter!: @TheGPGPodcast
Warning: Review and potential spoilers ahead. Ron, AJ and Courtney sat down to discuss and review the latest film in the DC Universe. Do Gal Gadot and company have what it takes to save a fledgling group of film franchises? The answer, to them, is yes, here’s why: Opening Music: “Epic Rap Battles of History: … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast, Ep 9: Wonder Woman Just Saved DCU
his week we discuss Love Languages with 4 special guests (one being on Skype). We all share our Love Language quiz results and go from there. Of course we take it left (just a bit), but we do manage to spread the daily message of bringing love back. Guests: @TheDakari, @MsDomi13, @longlivliv, @beetaylora lovelanguagelanguageoflovewblb
Sky, Ronnie and Ryan discuss some of the most iconic Black Sitcoms of All-Time. From Sanford and Son all the way to Black-Ish, which Black Sitcoms have had the greatest impact on Black American culture, and shed the most accurate light?
The WBLB Crew is back: We’re back again, and the topic is reciprocation. Bryson, Demyja, T-Hill, and special guest, Valese (@QueenVeeTheB) discusses their take on reciprocation and how it affects relationships and friendships. & yes, ladies, we granted your wish with bringing a woman to the show. Intro music is “Discretion” by Steffany Moneque. Canvas … Continue reading New “We Bringing Love Back” Podcast – “Reciprocal”
WE BYKE HAPPY FRIDAY PUNKS IT’S ANOTHER EDITION OF DON’T CALL IT A PODCAST. I DON’T KNOW WHY I’M SPEAKING IN CAPS. So, we talk about rappers a lot on twitter, what is rap, what’s legit rap, etc. To me, rap can be done any way you want it to be done, as long as … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast: Why Kanye and Wayne are Overrated
Foreign wars, cheating, Donald Trump. There’s so much trouble going on in the world today, so much unrest and turmoil, and 3 young men are doing their best to turn that around Bring Love Back. The KWC Podcast Collective is thrilled to add Bryson, T-Hill and Demyja to the collective alongside The GPG Podcast, Don’t … Continue reading “We Bringing Love Back” to the KWC Podcast Collective
I’m renaming my “For Your Reconsideration” series, cause I ran out of ideas. Sue me. Anyway, I decided I’m going to start making a series of playlists designed for you to just let play through. I’m a mood music person, meaning that I can’t just listen to anything all the time, I need different songs … Continue reading The Kids Wear Crowns Playlist Series: Don’t Shuffle, Don’t Skip Vol. 1 – Chillax
First and foremost, I must say that I’m absolutely THRILLED to have The GPG Podcast come on board the KWC Podcast Collective. Here at the Kids Wear Crowns, we like to pride ourselves as a group that embodies and embraces black and urban culture. Being a multifaceted service is the best way to reach as … Continue reading @TheGPGPodcast Joins the KidsWearCrowns Podcast Collective
Monument (noun) – a statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a famous or notable person or event. The modern-day meaning of “monument” derives from the Latin word monere which means “to remind”. Monuments have always been a staple of prominent civilizations because they serve as a reminder of the past. An immortal symbol that reinforces … Continue reading Heritage or Hate?: The Case Against “Our” Confederate Dead
“I’m still trying to mentally process the fact that one of my favorite childhood shows has finally come to a close. We finally got the closure we had been seeking for a decade.”
It’s finally time, @Rod4Short joins us to count down what you voted as the GREATEST CARTOONS OF ALL TIME
It’s graduation season: college graduates are either heading into Grad School or going to the real world. High School students are taking the next leap, whether it’s to college, a vocational school, or otherwise, and a whole new crop of kids are heading into their senior year.
It can be a daunting time for these students and their families, as they may feel overwhelmed about exactly what they need to do to prepare to make their college choice over the next year. Don’t fear. I’m here to help.
If you’ve been following this blog long enough, you know we try to highlight local rappers and No Suh Foster has been a name that has appeared here numerous times. So I urge you to please check out his powerful new EP, Premie Late. This EP chronicles the experiences of a black boy growing into manhood. … Continue reading No Suh Foster (@NoSuhFoster) – Premie Late EP
What’s up world? So, Thursday, a comic book movie dropped and LIKE WE ALWAYS DO AT THIS TIME me and Ronnie are back to give you the best review you’ll read anywhere on the interwebs. Also, SPOILERS AHEAD. So, when the first Guardians movie was announced way back, even comic book fans like myself were … Continue reading Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2 Review
Back in MY day our Music Television Channel and our Black Entertainment Network played music videos! That’s what they need to go back to doing even though that is not really a sustainable or profitable broadcast plan!
I have been loyal to you for 21 years. I stood by your side faithfully while you assured me that all would be well with time. I trusted you. I defended your decisions without question knowing the choices you made wouldn’t help fix what you destroyed. I thought believed I was a part of something … Continue reading To Whom It May Concern
Let’s start with a bait & switch. If you thought this would be a defense of Lil Yatchy, you’re dead wrong. Dead ass wrong. He sucks. I’d rather listen to a CD of tugboat sounds than hear him rap. God, he’s awful. As awful as he is, though, he isn’t bad for hip-hop. You are. Hip-hop in … Continue reading Lil Yatchy isn’t Bad for Hip-Hop, You Are. With Your ol’ Dusty Ass
This time of the year provides some of the hottest sports takes. Some QB you’ve never heard of gets hyped in December and he’s the guy you must draft. Everyone knows he’s trash beside the experts but you’re foolish to not take this guy. _________ will shore up someone’s defense and be a contender for … Continue reading Meet the Browns: The Art of Rebuilding a Terrible Team
This is our 3rd review so far. Hopefully, you’re following along with us. The first was Goldlink and the second was Mack Wilds. This review is Nick Grant, a rapper from South Carolina. This album dropped in January, but we had to revisit it per AJ’s request. Let’s jump into it.
Join Ron, AJ, Courtney, Ryan and our very special guest, THE ROY WOOD JR. They talk about how trash Captain Planet is, whether or not you’d put up with Scrooge McDuck’s abuse, and Titty Missiles. Open up the podcast and join us for an ab workout.
You can find Roy’s Standup Special: “Father Figure” on iTunes, and see bits of it here. You can catch him on The Daily Show, follow him on Twitter at @roywoodjr or visit his website at RoyWoodJr.com
We asked you via @TheKWCBlog Twitter page and our personal Facebook pages: what are your top 10 cartoons of all-time? After two weeks worth of entries and with several hundred submissions, we’ve tallied the votes together to get our full list. I will count down 101-51 via standard blog posts, revealed in a format similar … Continue reading The Greatest Cartoons of All Time Pt2 (75-51)
The Top 15 Battles in Pokemon Games – Whether they’re gym battles, rival battles, Elite Four, Champions, or story driven, these, to me are some of the most climatic battles you’ll come across.
We asked you via @TheKWCBlog Twitter page and our personal Facebook pages: what are your top 10 cartoons of all-time? After two weeks worth of entries and with several hundred submissions, we’ve tallied the votes together to get our full list.
Hi! We’re back again with another roundtable review. We’ll be doing these often, so I hope you’re following. Last time, we did Goldlink-At What Cost. The album we’re reviewing this time is AfterHours by Mack Wilds.
There Will Never Be A Highlight Show That Tops NFL Primetime – Ever. (video proof inside)
The title of this post says it all. It’s a two minute long teaser that doesn’t show us anything new except the sound of Luke’s voice for the first time in over 30 years. We are still a good 8 months out from the premiere, so this shouldn’t surprise you. The logo unveiling with the … Continue reading Star Wars: The Last Jedi Teaser Dropped and…Well, that’s it.
First single off the new album coming soon. Very soon. Also, check out my playlist on Zambah music featuring Jay Dot Rain.
With a little less than two months left until release, Wonder Woman is DC’s forgotten movie.
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
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
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
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]
What keeps me sharp is surrounding myself with a group of like-minded, yet diverse individuals. The staff of The Kids Wear Crowns all have different tastes although we share the general overarching interests. This helps to bounce around ideas and different viewpoints. I think it also provides you, the reader, with opportunities to be hipped … Continue reading The Listening Club: Goldlink – At What Cost [Review]
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
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
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
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
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.
A life soundtrack by guest blogger @abuggslyfe
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.
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!
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
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