westEND Music Review: GS2

westEND Music Review Gold Sodium Vol. 2 Ahzay Gold Sodium Vol. 2: Tears on the Page is a story about resurgence. "I'm bout to do it like I never did." The album begins with "Never Did," a track that sets a high energy, empowered tone; revving up the listener for what is to come and…

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westEND Music Review: GS1

westEND Music Review Gold Sodium Vol. 1 Ahzay Score: 7.9 Instrumentation: 8.8 Lyrics: 8.2 Delivery: 7.6 Production: 7.8 Cohesiveness: 7.4 Creativity: 7.8 Ahzay is a Frederick based artist that recently debuted his album Gold Sodium in April. The 15-track album is Ahzay's second, after his first, The Routine. In his own words, Gold Sodium is the reflection of success, achievement and…

ByOUT40November 21, 20180Comments

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westEND Music Review: Trap Baby Jesus

westEND Music Review Jase Kevion Trap Baby Jesus: The Motion Picture The long-awaited project from music group DEMI’s Jase Kevion gives more than a hook. With well-placed skits throughout 17 tracks and a display of versatile subject matter, “The Motion Picture” isn’t a far-fetched presentation of this album. Score: 6.4 Instrumentation: 7.8 Lyrics: 6.3 Delivery:…

ByOUT40October 29, 20180Comments

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FOOD REVIEW: Serenity Tearoom

From teas to exquisite southern cuisine. The Serenity Tearoom is an upscale restaurant serving down south cooking in unprecedented ways. Sweet Potato Cheesecake?! Salt & Pepper Catfish?! Cajun Stuffed Hushpuppies?! Chicken and Sausage Gumbo?! Serenity is well-known for tea time. But now? Dinner is served! Service: Our waitress was friendly, chipper, and seemed newly hired. Our down…

ByOUT40October 25, 20180Comments

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All Hail Black Panther

Marvel has struck gold or vibranium once again with their latest release from their movie universe with their release of the Black Panther. The Black Panther created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee, first appeared in Fantastic Four issue # 52 back in 1961 making him the first African super hero in comic books. This…

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