Friday, September 30, 2011

Amazon, Amazon what did you do to Cole World!!






 I blame Amazon for not being able to wait until the album drops because they mailed it three days after it's debut and it was cracked. I thought the album would be mailed the day the album debut. So, my mistake I probably didn't read it correctly. But, this was extremely unprofessional the way it was package; there was no bubble wrap, just a cd in a cardboard box. I was so upset about the crack that I didn't even bother opening it. The crack seriously ruined my Cole countdown and all the pubing for the album. Amazon was gracious enough to send me another copy in bubble wrap free of charge. So all my readers make sure Amazon sends all cds in bubblewrap.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Album Review: Cole World Has Finally Arrived




I know I said in my previous post that a true fan of Cole would wait until the album the album drops to listen but I couldn't help. I blame YouTube and their related and recommended videos. Cole World showed up as soon as I logged into YouTube. I shook my head as I clicked on the link. It blew my mind and I grinned; Cole World you did not disappoint me. The production is beautiful especially if it's blasting from the speakers. I could tell Cole has improved and I'm so proud of him. Production wise my favorite song is Rise and Shine. Lyrically, my favorite top songs starting at number seven: Cole World, Sideline Story, Nobody's Perfect, Breakdown, Daddy's Little Girl(actually not on the album), and Rise and Shine.

Punch Lines For Top Seven Songs 

7.  Cole World

Punch Lines

I see my sh*t all in your sh*t, we call that imitation
And they say that's flattering, but I ain't flattered at all.

I got the type of shit that make a hater say sorry
B*tch, I made this in the crib, watchin' Belly
Eatin' peanut butter jelly, what the f*ck the niggas tell me
They say I'm takin' long, I tell em patience is a virtue
I'm goin' all out and b*tch I never had a curfew.

Rappers show me love, I wonder what it could be
I think they scared of me, and they should be


Review
The slow tempo intro and speeding up to the chorus really drives the song. It's sounds like it could be a song in a cypher but it's more low key. The song opens with J. Cole appreciating the love from fans and his success of finally completely the album by saying "I think it's gonna be a hell of a night, a hell of a night. So we could do whatever you like"Cole addresses his career as an artist and gaining his respect from other rappers. He talk about peers pressuring him to hurry up with the album. His reply to peers urgency is patience is a virtue. Cole also addresses rappers copying him and says he is not flattered at their imitation.

6. Sideline Story 

Punch Lines

I put my heart and soul in this game, I'm feelin' drained
Unappreciated, unalleviated
Tired of comin' up short, f*ck abbreviate

Lookin' at rappers like "what the f*ck you got a deal for?! "
When I was assed out with my funds low
It's nice to know I had the whole world at my front door

And my lines is designed from the heart
Young Simba been a lion from the start


Review



Cole continues the basketball theme with "Sideline Story." Cole dicusses the complications of trying to make it off the bench and get into the game. He talks about the urgency of making it in the business and peoples doubting his goals. The song is mellow with pianos and drums. Cole has several stories in this record but the flow so well. 

I will finish the album review soon but check out the video below!

Love 
The "Cole Album Happy" Phoenix

J. Cole's Official Review Track By Track




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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

The Troy Davis Letter

Clink the link: http://atlantapost.com/2011/09/21/the-troy-davis-letter/

The Troy Davis Letter

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Troy DavisHere is the letter that Troy Davis penned to supporters:
I want to thank all of you for your efforts and dedication to Human Rights and Human Kindness, in the past year I have experienced such emotion, joy, sadness and never ending faith. It is because of all of you that I am alive today, as I look at my sister Martina I am marveled by the love she has for me and of course I worry about her and her health, but as she tells me she is the eldest and she will not back down from this fight to save my life and prove to the world that I am innocent of this terrible crime.
As I look at my mail from across the globe, from places I have never ever dreamed I would know about and people speaking languages and expressing cultures and religions I could only hope to one day see first hand. I am humbled by the emotion that fills my heart with overwhelming, overflowing Joy. I can’t even explain the insurgence of emotion I feel when I try to express the strength I draw from you all, it compounds my faith and it shows me yet again that this is not a case about the death penalty, this is not a case about Troy Davis, this is a case about Justice and the Human Spirit to see Justice prevail.

Justice For Troy Davis!



This is article from BET's website on the trial of Troy Davis. I did not have time to write my honest opinion on the evidence of the case as well as the court system for Davis' trial. But all I can say at the moment is that the justice system is flawed. And who knows who is the next in line. After reading this aritcle please sign the petition to help Troy Davis and show DA Larry Chisolm there is a another option besides killing a man. Link to petition: http://www.naacp.org/campaign/davis

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Read This Article!!!

Troy Davis and Supporters Fighting Until the End


With his Wednesday evening execution looming, Davis and his supporters still hope for a miracle.



By Naeesa Aziz



Posted: 09/21/2011 09:25 AM EDT



Filed Under Troy Davis







As preparations are being made for Troy Davis’s 7 p.m. execution Wednesday night, Davis, his defense team and his supporters have all vowed not to give up their push to set aside his death sentence.







Following the Georgia pardon and parole board's denial of clemency Tuesday, the NAACP and Amnesty International gathered on the steps of the Georgia State Capitol to rally in support of Davis and condemn the board’s decision. Both organizations asked supporters to keep pressure on District Attorney Larry Chisolm and ask that he stop the execution and they have planned additional protests and vigils ahead of the execution.







Amnesty International has dubbed Wednesday, Sept. 21 a “Day of Vigil,” and the organization is asking supporters to wear black arm bands in support of Davis and inform others about his plight. Similarly, the NAACP is calling on members to join them in solidarity, prayer and fasting on Wednesday, suggesting supporters gather with friends and family to talk about Davis’s life.







Davis’s lawyers plan to file another last minute appeal Wednesday morning, asking a judge to block the execution on the grounds that the ballistic testing that linked Davis to the shooting was flawed. Additionally, Davis has asked state prison officials and the pardons board if they would allow a polygraph test before the execution to prove his innocence. (Click on these links to sign Amnesty International and the NAACP's petitions to save Troy Davis.)









As it stands now, Davis is scheduled to be put to death by lethal injection on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m EST.







Davis has refused his last meal and plans to spend his final hours in the company of friends, family and supporters. The Associated Press reports that late Tuesday Davis was upbeat and prayerful.







The controversy surrounding Davis’s execution stems from his 1991 conviction of the murder of Georgia police officer Mark MacPhail. His conviction rested solely upon eyewitness testimony and all but two of the original non-police witnesses have recanted or contradicted their testimony implicating Davis as the shooter. Additionally, no murder weapon was ever found nor is there any DNA evidence or fingerprints linking Davis to the crime. Davis’s defense and advocates in support of Davis say that there exists too much doubt over whether Davis actually committed the crime.



(Photo: AP /Atlanta Journal & Constitution, Curtis Compton)








Tuesday, September 20, 2011

J. Cole Album Leak -_-

While I was posting a Facebook status about J. Cole's album debut on September 27, my friend commented saying "Cole's album leaked -_-." I was upset that someone would leaked after a third year wait with mixtapes in between and tours worldwide,why would you leak it? The album is a week away, one week. People could not wait; we already waited three years. So, what is seven days going to do? True fans, I feel would wait because of the dedication Cole has put into this album. And this is exactly what I will do; I will wait to review the album because I respect his craft. I would be upset if I produce an album and before the date people are riding around listening to it and posting links to download the album. Cole's response to the album leak was featured in Vibe Magazine and he said:"I feel blessed. There’s been worse leaks than that so I understand it’s a part of the game, I always understood that. As long as people hear it together, it’s cool,” he said. “And I just know that the people who are going to buy it were going to buy it anyways. The people who weren’t probably weren’t, anyways. If anything, the leak will reach out to more people who might be like ‘ah man, let’s go get this.' So you know, it's kind of like promotion these days—if you got a good album. If you don't have a good album—they'll just trash you.”


I know some fans will still purchase the album so I can't say anything about that because you will still support Cole. So what do you guys think download or wait? Fake Fans or Excited Fans?

Love,
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Thursday, September 15, 2011

4-H Ledge Program

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By Precious Dorch-Robinson, UF/IFAS Osceola County Extension Summer Intern
 
4HOsceola County’s Extension Office located in Kissimmee, FL is passionate about helping the youth become role models through service, leadership, and communication skills. 4-H, the youth development program holds a fiveday event for ages 14-18 called the 4-H Legislature Program. This event allows the youth to be engaged with Florida government for five days in Tallahassee, FL. Each day they learn about local, state and national government by participating in hands on activities. They learn about mock legislature, laws and bills. 4-H Legislature allows them to network and gain leadership skills by understanding the different roles within government. They had the opportunity to learn the duties of Senators, Representatives, lobbyists, pages, reporters and Governors. Each morning they meet in the capitol to debate on bills, and then they attend at evening assembly. After the assembly, they engage outdoor recreation activities. The assembly is the awards banquet with a dinner. At the banquet, they win awards for their debates on governmental policies at the capitol. Recreation activities range from swimming to canoeing to exploring Tallahassee. They learn to enhance public speaking skills, presentation skills, interpersonal communication skills, confidence and bravery.

The mission of 4-H Ledge is to help youth gain an inside perspective to legislation and to encourage new knowledge by communicating effectively and working in groups.

Leah Santiago, 16 year-old from Osceola County, is the 4-H president of the Osceola County Council. This was Leah’s first time participating at 4-H Ledge but she has been in 4-H for five years. Hearing exciting stories from senior 4Hers influenced Leah to signup for 4-H Ledge. Leah said: “4-H Ledge is a fantastic opportunity to experience Florida government first hand. It’s a great way to meet new friends and interact with people all over the state.” She really enjoyed the debate in House and Senate; through her experience with Ledge she learned the importance of confidence, decision making and independence. With her previous knowledge about government and hands on activities in legislation, Leah is interested in learning more about bills being passed in government. She feels the youth can benefit from Ledge and plans on participating in Ledge again. Teens are able to appreciate government and understand the democratic process. While listening to debates it will increase their ability to respect and listen to others opinions. Teens can socialize with their peers and exchange ideas about government to enhance their knowledge. The various activities at Ledge aid teens in becoming leaders and increases civic engagement. The youth can participate in various roles at Ledge and they have specific duties. They can be Florida governors, senators, house representatives, legislatures, lobbyists or apart of the Media team. They all fill out a voterregistration form to determine the minority and majority parties. These two parties are called Green and Gold Parties and the leaderof each party informs the public of their platforms. Informing the public of their platforms allows the kids to engage in public speaking and it increases their critical thinking skills.

Besides debating on platforms, they debate on bills. While debating on bills they are negotiating and initiating quick decision making. The debate on bills is a great way to increase teambuilding skills and communication. The debates are influenced only by facts so views can be viewed thoroughly and fairly. As a governor, one can veto or pass bills, but this duty is only for the President of the 4-H Council. They learn how to draft and edit bills when being appointed the speaker of the house. Participants of the media team are only selected if they have prior 4-H legislator experience. As a reporter for the Media Team they must have some journalism experience and be familiar with word processing programs. They are responsible for writing objective articles and taking photos for the 4-H Legislature newspaper the “Legislative Times.” Also, they develop the PowerPoint presentation that is shown at the banquet. Strong research skills and background information is encouraged when participating in 4-H Ledge. They make decisions on which bills will impact their community and determine the consequences. They use sources outside of publications to obtain information about bills by meeting actual senators and representatives. The Osceola Extension office arranges these meetings so they will be prepared for their debate. When they speak with county officials it will prepare them for a formal setting and help initiate future business opportunities.

4-H legislature is a great opportunity for the youth of Osceola County to learn outside of the classroom and immerse them in real life government. The experience at Ledge will enhance young adult’s knowledge of government and give them a boost of self-esteem by learning to communicate effectively. Debating government issues will help them gain critical thinking skills while learning how to negotiate and persuade an audience. 4-H Ledge is learning by doing and this program truly enhances the lives of kids who participate. To find out more information on 4-H Ledge please visit the Osceola Extension website, http://osceola.ifas.ufl.edu/.








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GQ: J. Cole

J. Cole is in GQ and he's looking fly with the black bomber jacket! Cole World 9/27!!!

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