"This Is It" Review

The movie started solemnly enough. A short message,(presumably from Kenny Ortega or Travis Payne) appeared on the screen, giving the viewers a short "preface" to the film. Then there is footage of interviews that were conducted with backup dancers, many of whom seem so "emotionally high" at the opportunity to share the stage with Michael. Then, the "show" starts. Kenny Ortega's voice is heard describing the phenomenal opening of "This Is It", which includes a short visual called "Glimpses and Flashes". Finally there is a figure called "Light Man" who is taken apart "piece-by-piece", revealing The King of Pop, who starts the show as usual, on his command. From that moment on, viewers are treated to rehearsal footage that never ceases to amaze. From elaborate dance scenes to footage of The Gloved One going through musical numbers with his musicians, "This Is It" is truly a movie that grabs your attention from the first few moments, and refuses to let go. Perhaps one of the most intense scenes was when MJ took the stage to rehearse "Billie Jean". The 50 year old Jackson glided through the routine almost effortlessly, with a voice that had remained seemingly unchanged for over 25 years. During a dance break of the routine, Michael shifts into a whole new gear, busting out moves with such intensity that it nearly moves you to your feet in admiration. Overall, "This Is It" was a great film, put together with the most dedicated fans in mind. It is guaranteed to leave you wanting more, but at the same time, leave you with a sense of closure that is well needed in this Michael Jackson saga.

SHUT UP! STRANGER!!

Tiffany Evans has resurfaced from the debris that was her career. She's attacking Rihanna's new song, "Russian Roulette", and saying that it could influence people in the wrong way. She also goes on to talk about how a lot of people in the music industry are worshipping Satan, and other topics having to do with the short time that she was involved in this industry. The comment that upsets me the most, however is where she says, " Its okay to be deep,but not murder deep." That has to be one of the dumbest comments that I've EVER heard. When you go through certain things in your life it gets dark. That's when you write songs like Russian Roulette, in order to illustrate, (in a non-literal way) what happened to you. It's called good songwriting...Idiot.

This song is My Jam and a half!

Classic.

I Can't STAND him!

I'm sorry Bloggers, I'm REAL sorry. But I'm about to throw grease ALLL over 50 Cent. If you know me then you know that the one musician that I can't stand is 50 Cent. Everytime that I read about one of his interviews, (that always include him dissing people like Kanye West) I get ENRAGED. I can't believe that this guy is still talking all this garbage after he promised to retire if Kanye beat him in album sales 2 YEARS AGO! And yet, here we are in 2009 still hearing from this dead beat. Now, don't me wrong, I liked 50 Cent when he first came out a while ago. He was a great lyricist. But over the years, I've noticed one thing: 50 Cent's only career strategy has been dissing other rappers. Think about it. Who hasn't he had "beef" with? Ja Rule, Fat Joe, The Game, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Lil Wayne...And the list goes on. I can't believe how much of a loser this guy is. Has he noticed that NO ONE else has time to be responding to his stupid little comments? When was the last time that someone really retaliated against him? IT'S BEEN A WHILE! You would think that he'd get smart and realize where petty beefs get you-DEAD! (See Tupac, Biggie and others). I have absolutely NO respect for people that constantly talk garbage about other people in order to "stay in the loop". When 50 Cent releases "Before I Self-Destruct" on November 23rd, I hope SO earnestly that he has HORRIBLE sales. I would love to see this man's career crash and burn earlier than it's scheduled for. So with that, I call for a MASSIVE boycott against all things 50 Cent! Please, If you have respect for rap music then you need to boycott his garbage. We can't let this fool stay in the media any longer. Leave your comments.

Remember when Gaga was COOL?

I DO. The first time I had ever seen Gaga was on one of Kanye's "Fresh Kids" blog posts. Most of the pictures included Gaga in gloves, origami dresses, and with her iconic "disco stick". From that moment on, I was, (yes, I'll admit it), INFACTUATED with the girl named Gaga. I was mesmerized with her cutting-edge style, and creative videos. For a while she wowed everyone with her wild, "dancer girl" image; like a modern-day Madonna. Now, I'm not sure what happened. Somewhere along the line Gaga fell off of that "Fresg Kids" list in modern culture. Now we all sit in anticipation, just waiting for the oppurtunity to say, "What was she thinking??!!". THIS FOLKS, is what happens when someone tries too hard to be ICONIC. ICONIC. ICONIC. Celebrities today are OBSESSED with this word. Everyone wants to be iconic. Whether it's Rihanna going out in purple lipstick and barely-there clothing, or Lady Gaga's red carpet nightmares, the longing to be an icon is very evident in today's pop culture. It's getting ridiculous people! I'm tired of seeing these psychotic celebrity attempts to be ranked amongst the likes of Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, and Michael Jackson, (in the terms of being an icon). I really ask myself what these people are thinking when they pull outfits like the ones that some celebrities do. THAT'S IT. KATO MATE.

HEY!

Hey Bloggers! I know, I know, it's been FOREVER since I've blogged. Most of this is due to the fact that I've been grounded, and banished to the bummy computer. I won't even attempt to blog on that computer so I just haven't blogged, which I feel HORRIBLE for. Now, I know that you guys are all wondering what's with the video below. Well, lately I've been listening to a lot of great music, and since I didn't have a new picture to put on this entry, I decided to grace you guys with one of the songs that I'm obsessed with right now, "Syndicate" by The Fray. I've liked The Fray's music ever since I heard "Over My Head (Cable Car)" in 2005. I really appreciate music with amazing lyrics, and The Fray's songs have some of the best lyrics, as shown in this song. For some reason their music always brings me back to great times in my life, (most of which are in NY), and that's what makes a song great. The ability to bring the listener to another place in time....WHOO! That was deep. On another "deep" subject, I watched ALL of M. Night Shyamalan's "The Village" this past weekend. I have to say, this man is a GENIUS. I don't care what critic gave this movie bad reviews. The storyline was so amazing with twists in every corner that made you sit on the edge of the seat and rewind the movie multiple times. I would suggest al of his movies to anyone that can appreciate great cinematic masterpieces. Well, that's about all I have for right now folks. I'm probably going to the mall soon. So, with that I leave you promises of more faithful blogging from my end. And as always, KATO MATE.

MY FIRST INTERVIEW!!

ATTENTION!! I have my first ever interview on the "Fashion is my thing" blog..Here's the link. EVERYBODY go and read it!! http://2009designer.blogspot.com/

"Life is Better" O-Tip feat. Norah Jones

Rihanna Insists That it's Halloween-Genie?

The jacket's dope...That's it.