The Maybach Music Power Rankings
Which “Maybach Music” is your favorite?
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
For Your Reconsideration Playlist: Introspective
I wanted to make a series to share some playlists with y’all. For those that don’t know, I used to do radio, both Sports talk as well as traditional talk shows. I used to love putting together playlists for my show, whether they had a common theme or I just took people back in time a little bit.
#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
Men: We’re People Too
Forget everything you’ve been taught or the “values” instilled in you since you were a child. Disregard what society says when it comes to the relationships between man and woman and how you as the dominant figure should shower your significant other with gifts and affection while you sit back and receive minimal efforts on … Continue reading Men: We’re People Too
How DMX Transcended Rap: A Guest Blog by @NeckOfDWoods
Quick but informative background story. On September 13th, 1996, Tupac Shakur was pronounced dead after a drive-by shooting in Vegas. Six months later, the Notorious B.I.G. was killed in a drive-by shooting in LA (I still say Biggie basically made his grave with that decision but that’s a different story for a different day.) Within … Continue reading How DMX Transcended Rap: A Guest Blog by @NeckOfDWoods
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…
#ScorchingHotTakes Episode 3 – Super Fail [Ryan’s Rant]
This is Ryan’s post but I just wanted to post a caption here: This is the saddest rant I’ve ever heard. Yall pray for Ryan. Please.
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
@BarbershopPod – Culture
Super Bowl Week Patriots vs. Falcons: Who ya got??? Migos Album review Which “Migo” is the best rapper? feat, DJ CJ Da Sticman
“Trump Ain’t Bothering Black Folks, So I’m Not Gonna Worry About It”
I hate y’all. I really do. The complete lack of forethought within people really bothers the hell out of me. Seriously, like how can you not look at the #MuslimBan and not see the policies and procedures that can and will affect other minorities soon? Listen. One of the top men in the circle of … Continue reading “Trump Ain’t Bothering Black Folks, So I’m Not Gonna Worry About It”
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 Best of 2016 Playlist
Yes, this playlist has Bad and Boujee. Duh.
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…..
Cover Art
I’m always so late on everything, or at least I assume I’m late because I don’t like to be THAT guy that says he’s discovered something especially when the something in question has been around for years. I’m talking about Triple J’s Like A Version youtube webcast. Like A Version is a webcast from the … Continue reading Cover Art
#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
Nostalgia: Ultra – 5 Reasons Why PSY (Yeah, THAT GUY) is a New Age Icon
That get your attention? No? Oh. Okay. Cool. Welcome to my brand new series, I don’t have a title for it because I’m not creative. It’ll discuss current or past moments that didn’t get the looks, attention or fame they really deserve. Sorta. I think. We’ll see.
Worse Than 3D Garfield: Week 6 Power Rankings
Just when you thought I couldn’t be less creative, I separate our ranking tiers into television references. Join me on my descent into madness.
Trust Us, We’re Rappers: Chapter IV
OMG, did you miss us? Silly question. Of course you did. So since Ron is a pretty smart guy or whatever, we decided that we will be doing this playlist bi-weekly to ensure the absolute highest quality of music. You are welcome.
I Got Five On It: Week 5 Power Rankings
#1 Lesson in life: never let anyone you love treat you like the Steelers treated the Chiefs…
TV’s Most Underrated Shows
Luke Cage broke Netflix this weekend. Atlanta is the new best thing on TV. Queen Sugar is receiving critical acclaim. There’s even Designated Survivor if that’s your thing. All of these shows are ones you probably know about already. As usual, there are a few shows every season that gets blinded by the spotlight although they … Continue reading TV’s Most Underrated Shows
Ya Grandma Look Like Kirk Franklin: Week 4 Power Rankings
“Yeah, once Monday Night Football is over, you can just go ahead and crank out some rankings! Just put the order together as you watch the games Sunday and have an idea of where you’d put the two MNF teams based on how they perform. Pretty simple. Even you can handle that!” I tell myself as I sit on my sofa completing contact cards from the various college fairs I attended that week.
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