Back from across the pond!

After over three months of studying in London, I'm back to take care of unfinished business back in my hometown. Despite the fact that my studies kept me from attending many concerts, I was exposed to some amazing bands, solo artists, and djs. There will be more news to come about my semester abroad.

In other news, Cat Power (Chan Marshall) is currently working on a new album. As a Cat Power fan, I have liked Ms. Marshall's work through her changes (musical and personal). As of now, the album has no name or release date. This would be Cat Power's ninth studio album since her 1995 debut, Dear Sir. Marshall's past work has ranged from minimal and stripped-down songs played only by Marshall on a guitar or piano to denser, bluesy chords with a full band behind Marshall. It will be interesting to see which path Cat Power takes with this record.

Currently listening to: Cat Power - Where Is My Love

London in two weeks and The Ecstatic

So, I leave for London in two weeks to take English courses until Christmas time. Not only am I excited to take these literature and writing classes in such a historical place, it has to be known that music is and will always be my first love. Being in England for a whole semester makes me feel like a kid in a candy shop. I am already looking up venues to see shows, and trying to find open mic nights that I can play.

Lately, I have been listening to Mos Def's fourth solo album, The Ecstatic. Mos Def draws from many inspirations including Turkish music and Marvin Gaye. The album was produced by many hip hop artists including Madlib, Oh No, The Neptunes, and fellow Soulquarian, the late J Dilla.

Currently listening to: Mos Def- Supermagic