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Neo Soul Vibes
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HBCU Homecoming Rules + Playlist
It’s HBCU Homecoming Season! The time of year when historically black college and university alumni from across the country come together to fellowship for the biggest friends and family reunion football game of the season.
I can already smell the food on the grill, see the hugs, hear the band, and see the pageant waves from the homecoming queen and the royal court during the parade, but before you make your homecoming plans here are a few rules for alums:
1. Pace yourself! You’re not 21 anymore.
2. Don’t go uninvited to people’s personal tents and eat their food and drink their drinks when you haven’t been invited to do so or didn’t contribute.
3. Have a place to stay or get a hotel room.
4.Have fun! This is not about work or your career right now.
5. Drink some water and stay hydrated and know your limit.
6. Stretch before you go to the party, so you won’t have to utilize an Icy Hot patch the next day after strolling, droppin’ it too low, or dancing too hard.
7. Take pictures and make new memories. However be aware that you have a job-career now, so be cautious of what you upload to social media or update your “privacy” settings or “close friends” list.
8. Do NOT act like you’re single when you are not!
9. We remember you Before the degrees and titles and also how you treated folks years ago. As Dr. Maya Angelou said, “People may forget what you said or did, but they’ll never forget how you made them feel” remember that and act accordingly.
10. Get tickets for different events you and your crew plan on going to and have cash for various vendors.
11. Have a portable cell phone charger.
12. Wear comfortable shoes at the tailgate and walking on campus
13. Do NOT pretend like you were a student at that school when you weren’t.
14. Think about a weather friendly hairstyle. Example: You just got your hair pressed and it’s gonna be humid or cloudy out, so plan accordingly.
15. Last, but certainly not least don’t forget to contribute your time, money, and resources back to your HBCU to impart into future generations.
Follow me on Twitter: @asiamber and let me know what HBCU you represent in the comments below!
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Melanated Rock Songs
I love all genres of music and have created a playlist of rock-influenced songs from and inspired by Black artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Lenny Kravitz, Willow Smith, Prince, and more.
Playlist available below on Spotify. Click here for Apple Music and click here for Tidal.
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Millennial Mix
Here is a Millennial Mix playlist taking you back to homeroom and MySpace Top 8 and 106 & Park days. 🎶 Also, available on #AppleMusic under “asiamberjamz.” Click here for the playlist.
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MTV: VMAs & TRL Playlist
I watched parts of the 2025 VMAs and truly felt my age! I am not in their target audience anymore. LOL! The newer generation won’t ever remember the impact of the 90s and 2000s era of MTV & MTV News and the infamous 2009 VMAs. Michael Jackson and other artists music videos would be breaking news. Nowdays the cable channel plays reruns of sitcoms or reality shows and music is very rarely played. Oh the irony. Streaming and YouTube took over, but I feel as though the network could play more music related content that would still resonate like old interviews, Diary, or Making the Video episodes, etc.
I was solely there to watch Mariah Carey be awarded and maybe listen to a few artists like Doja Cat and Sabrina Carpenter.
As a millennial we truly grew up in the golden era pre-YouTube of POP music. Back when Music Televison played music videos from Michael Jackson and more Britney Spears vs Christina Aguilera, TLC, Nsync vs Backstreet Boys etc.
Growing up I use to watch MTV in the mornings before school and Total Request Live (TRL) after school where that was one of the few places you could watch music videos or find out music news and new songs. It was hosted by Carson Dailey, but my favorite Host/MTV VJ’s were Bill Bellamy and Ananda Lewis! May she rest in peace. She passed away from breast cancer. She was so deserving of a tribute for her contributions as a journalist and helping Black artists get shine. I’m kinda upset MTV did not do that, but rapper Busta Rhymes mentioned her in his awards acceptance speech.
My music playlists are filled with every category from Ratchet to Religious to Pop. I have always loved all genres of music, but has someone ever looked at you funny because you don’t “look like the type” to listen to certain music. Well, music is not limited to only a certain culture or race, it’s universal! So, here is just one of my Rock/Country/Pop playlists. Be sure to let me know some of your favorite songs from the TRL era! Spotify playist availble below and click here for the playlist available on APPLE MUSIC too.
Lessons from #BreezyBowl: 🍑📍ATL Night II 🎤
Whew! Chris Brown’s ATL stop Sunday was more than a concert—it was a masterclass in music,energy, ‘cancel culture’, forgiveness, maturity, and real-life gems. Here’s what the night reminded me:
🤎 1. Uplift Others & Let GOD handle the rest
Like him or not Chris didn’t need opening acts after 20 years in the industry, but he still chose to bring out opening acts Summer Walker & Bryson Tiller—proving that success isn’t always just about you shining solo, but sharing the spotlight.
🫠 2. Planning, Management & Communication MATTER
I got in smoothly (early birds win!), but many had seating issues due to poor event logistics and lack of crowd control. Sold-out crowds need better prep—especially at venues like Truist Park.
⏰ 3. Be On Time. Period.
Opening acts at 7:00 sharp. Chris hit the stage at 8:20 on the dot. Punctuality shows professionalism—and respect for your audience’s time.
🔥 4. Let Your Work Speak for You
Chris Brown is an entertainer. Period. From flying above the crowd to complex routines, lighting, wardrobe changes, and transitions—he gave us a production, not just a show.
🎶❤️🩹 5. Music Heals.
Some songs hit the soul. Others remind you of simpler times like creating your MySpace layout or Top 8.🤣 #iykyk Bow Wow also came out on stage to oerform “Shortie Like Mine” with Chris. Music really brings people through tough times and unites people from ALL walks of life. Chris Brown has 50-leven songs.
📲 6. Be Present.
Yes, I recorded a few moments and put my phone up—but watching it through your screen isn’t the same. Sometimes, the real flex is soaking it all in, live and unfiltered.
🎶❤️🩹 7. Music Sets the Tone
Whether it was heartbreak anthems or club bangers, the crowd felt every note. Nostalgia, connection, gratitude—all in one night. If you have a chance to see him perform live do so. It was worth my time and money. 10 out of 10. Also some of his songs are for the grown folks/PG-13. 💅🏾
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