Continue to rock BlakBushe. I just purchased the cd and can't wait to get my copy in the mail. God doesn't make mistakes....I just love all kinds of music!! Shelley rocks!!

This is a highly political album, but that is what I would expect from Shelley Nichole. She is not only an artist but also an activist on several different fronts including artist rights and human rights. 1. Who is blaKbushe (Intro) Nice spoken word intro by NYC DJ Supreme Ian Friday, making the obvious commentary about brotha's and "Blakbhshe" :) 2. Scorpio Chile Starts out with a space age riff that sounds like a cut from 70's funkmasters "Ripple", then turns into Led Zepplineque hard rockin groove. The song is about birth and life. At the end of the song there is a spoken word part that talks about "traveling to a land where your mind can be free". I suspect that it's autobiographical? 3. Spiritual Revolution Starts out with "sitar like sounds" reminiscent of a "phunky Ravi Shankar", then the percussion kicks in with some jazz type congas/bongos and some alien twilight zone music. The vocals are cool and the intent is clear. Shelley wants us to join the "spiritual revolution" and lead ourselves to "self determination". This song would not be out of place on an early 70's EWF album. 4. Americas' Secret Most of you here have already heard this song. The "dirty little secret" of course is the oppressive society that flourishes in the United States. The music is of course in a serious funk/rock groove and the vocal harmonies are inspired by LaBelle. This song would be a hit record if it were ever to be played on eMpTyV. 5. 3/4 Sh*t SUPER FUNKY JOINT (period..end of story). It has a serious instrumental groove that if thrown in the middle of a club set would keep the crowd grooving or wouldn't be out of place on a 70's blaxploitation soundtrack. The vocals come in and are in keeping with the general theme of dealing with issues, in this case health issues such as HIV and Smallpox.. 6. Cheatin' Baby Daddy Starts out with a funky "Living Colouresque" bassline and then the vocals kick in with a serious feminist message (as you could probably guess from the title..lol). It's basicly about a 'Baby Daddy' who hasn't been living up to his responsibilities. 7. Release Punk rock/speed metal beginning, that makes me think of the Ramones? 8. Getting Yo Head Did (Skit) As the title indicates this is s skit. It takes place in a beauty parlor and you hear the usual assortment of NYC multi ethnic female voices chattering about things that females chatter about inside of hair salons? In any case this seemingly meaningless vocal chatter serves as a perfect intro to the next song. 9. No Lye "Hair Issues" have been a constant topic of conversation in the Black community for as long as I can remember. Back in the 1970's hairstyles (ex: straight vs. natural) defined in some respect what your persona, political and otherwise was. In this song Shelly Nichole makes a stand on this issue. She objects to getting her hair fried, "chemicalized" or anything else "ized" in the "all amerikan pursuit of beauty". The occasional horse sounds in the background are a commentary on those who choose to purchase "fake hair". The song ends with a sort of ode to WAR with the words "Slippin Into Process." 10. Love Triangle: Self, Family, Goddess/God 11. Real to Me 12. Dance (Flying Home) Overall this is a strong debut CD from an artist that we are likely to hear some big things from over time. The CD contains some strong music and some strong ideas that are designed to make you think about the world around you and your place in it.

Real talent and music is so hard to come by these days with sex selling the way it does. Thanks so much for real life music. I was first introduced to Shelley Nicole's music in a Natural hair and wellness magazine I found by mistake called Naturally You. When I finally heard her strong soul touching voice I knew I found another on of God's gifts. Shelley is forever in my CD player. Thanks Sista for real music. Peace & Blessings

The content is inspiring, while entertaining. The vocal quality is excellent. The CD comprises various moods and rhythms, which keeps the listener attentive. I recommend this CD to everyone who enjoys various styles of music. I hope she produces another one in the near future.