by vivrant thang on valentine’s day
No suggested Valentine’s Day playlist this year unfortunately. But that one still works – trust me!
My intention was to join in Cupid’s Hunt but I decided to leave that to the professional lovecasters. I’m glad I did because the early entries would put my meager efforts to shame. Stay tuned though because as I said last year, it’s all about spreading love the other 364 days a year for me. I have this idea that’s been brewing so there may be a mix in me yet!
I’m especially excited about this Valentine’s Day because I’m going to be spending it with my first love : music.
Earlier that day, I have an appointment for a relaxing hour-long facial, which I promised myself I would get once a quarter. It’s all about self-care for me this year. I was going to have a massage as well but just discovered that I get discounts through my job so will have to schedule that later. I’ll likely have a leisurely lunch down in that area, maybe pick up an outfit, and then return home, all vivrant and ready to roll to my first show of the evening.
Lalah Hathaway, Rahsaan Patterson and Noel Gourdin are going to be performing for one show here in DC at Constitution Hall.
I don’t talk enough about Rahsaan and Lalah in this space, particularly Rahsaan. Talk about underrated. The things this man does with his voice, particularly in live performances, never ceases to amaze me. I look forward to hearing Lalah perform songs from one of the greats of ’08, Self Portrait.
Both artists have an arsenal of songs that will get lovers in the right mood for a post-show “nightcap.” Here are two songs I’m expecting to hear.
Watch this bonus clip of this song from another performance where Ra-Re Valverde and Trina Broussard were backing him. Talk about making beautiful music together. I would love to see an entire album featuring these three. And I won’t even mention throwing Ledisi in the mix! <<<—-You should click there.
She claims this cover, which is not an easy thing to do!
Although I will highly enjoy that show, you know the highlight of my evening will be spending time with my man Bilal. I have been anxiously awaiting this day for a while now.
If it hadn’t been so cold out, I would have walked up and down the street with that poster in my hand. It’s that serious.
I know we are going to get a supersexy version of “Soul Sista.” I hope this song is last because I will surely be ready to go and practice making some Lil Vivs after this one!
Damn, it’s going to be a good night. I hope yours is even better.
Happy Lovers Day, my dear readers. You should be loving something!
11 Comments
February 13, 2009 at 5:48 am
what times the show? …. i’m booking a flight!!
damn, u really do get to see the ‘best of the best’ when it comes to live music.
it’s a shame u didn’t get to do the Vday mix (i’m sure it would have been hot) but i have spent the last couple of days constructing my own ready for Saturday night!
Happy Valentines
February 13, 2009 at 7:01 am
Hey Home Girl!
Glad to see your interest in Cupid’s Hunt, sad that you did not get to join us this year. With the interest and passion that you have for music I am sure that your “meager efforts” would have been quite enjoyable to listen to.
AAMOF, as self-appointed Head Poo-Bah of the Cupid’s Hunt Personnel and Recruitment Dept. I am hereby officially drafting you to participate in Cupid’s Hunt v3 2010 next year. It *is* only fair to warn you that if you back out the penalties and consequences for non-compliance are quite severe: confiscation of your “soul card” for 6 months and a 3 month moratorium on attendance at any live music concerts.
February 13, 2009 at 11:17 am
Ok let me insert my jealousy stare right now!!!
I haven’t seen Rashaan or Bilal in years! I know my sister & her husband will be at the show as well! Have a great time for me too!
February 13, 2009 at 11:49 am
@souluk Yea I’m giving myself the side eye. I still think I’m going to do it because the last post I did of this type really got around. So it’s on my list. Everyday is a good day for love! And you need to send me yours too. I’m sure it will be good for my practicing!
@tgrundy Ay ay captain! No can do on the moratorium so I’m thinking of my playlist already. LOL! I think I’m gonna enlist one of the supercasters to help with with technical stuff – which was my fear. Until next year
@fungkeblakchik Will do! Those two in one night – whew!
February 13, 2009 at 12:01 pm
that clip of trina, ra-re, and rahsaan is the one i was telling you about at brunch.
i’m glad you found it. : )
February 13, 2009 at 12:02 pm
btw. i know you’re going to just love our boy bilal.
February 14, 2009 at 5:01 am
You go girl! I am nt mad at you, Bilal & Lalah! WOW!
February 17, 2009 at 8:16 am
Rahsaan & Bilal, the same night ? that’s crazy ! So how was the show ? Did any of them sang new songs ?
February 17, 2009 at 8:31 am
Rahsaan & Bilal, the same night ? that’s crazy ! So how was the show ? I’ve seen them last year in Paris, great voices, great songs, they’re both otherworldly
Did any of them sang new songs ?
I’ve read that bilal played some new songs last month at Sob’s (supposedly called Levels and All Matter). I also have a live where he sing what I thnik is one of his new songs, maybe called “I Got To Move On” (thats how the chorus goes): the joint sounds good, just need some background vocals and some horn ! I can’t wait for the next album, I’d like to hear something from him even more than D’angelo !
If you have some vids, please share !
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