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Art For Pape 

Leroy Hutson: So In Love With You

I know I’m supposed to be on hiatus, but I’m… me. There’s somethin’ I’m itchin’ to share, so, here it is. When I hear most contemporary music, I cringe, and –almost always– some narrow-minded, good-intentioned soul puts on some “good” music. You know: the Erykah Badu-ish or Marvin Gay-ish kind. While I have nothing against Queen Badu or King Marv, I do take issue with being fed the same songs over and over again. “So In Love with You” gives me a break from the same ol’ same ol’.

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Art For Pape Inspiration 

God’s Property featuring Kirk Franklin and Cheryl “Salt” James: Stomp

I don’t fancy myself a religious person, but whatever inspires me, then so shall it be. That being written, I’m not a Christian (though my friend, Joy, says I’m in denial), but there are some gospel songs without which I can’t function, and “Stomp” is on of ’em.

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Art For Pape I Don't Care What You Got Ta Say About It 

Salt-n-Pepa: Expression

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ej6pQFfA_fo I’m supposed to have a thorough explanation of the importance of this song, the group, and blah blah blah, but I’m gon’ express MYself (he he) and let y’all know that I’m feelin’ it. I love Salt-n-Pepa, and I love this song, but I can’t do the for real writin’ thing right now. Just know that between the beat and lyrics, and the motivation it gives me, this song is one of my favorites. Let me know what you think. Kenisha

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Art Bay Area Events 

The Black Lives Masquerade

SOMArts is proud to partner with Global Street Dance Masquerade artistic director Rashad Pridgen to present The Black Lives Masquerade on Saturday, February 25. Beginning at Zaccho Dance Theatre (1777 Yosemite Ave, San Francisco) at 3:00 pm, this site-specific performance

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