I have always been a fan of J. Holiday’s since his debut
album...and like most people, my favorite song from him is
still, “Bed”. However, I recently purchased his new album,
“Guilty Conscience” and I love every song on it ! J. Holiday is indeed ‘Incredible’. – Rhonda Simpson, Mesquite,
TX
Now, THIS is an R&B album! I have been playing this
album nonstop since I got it on iTunes! Dude is just giving
the real on every song. And AMN MAG, thank you for the
cover and article.
– Chris Moffit, Atlanta, GA
leela james
Thanks for this issue of AMN MAG! I feel like Leela
James is among the underated artists out there today. Her
voice is so unique. I wish her the best on her album and the
upcoming reality show.
– Jazmine Frye, St. Louis, Mo.
I read your interview with Leela James and I like what
she had to say about joining the cast of R&B Divas: Los
Angeles and about her new album. I hadn’t realized that
she had worked with Kanye West in the past. Great issue!
– Rachel Ayers, Philadelphia, PA
Kudos to Leela James for realizing that reality television can ruin a career if you don’t play your cards right;
(ask Kelly Price!) I enjoyed her interview in AMN MAG
and wish her the best. – Mary Rollins, Chicago, IL
I have mixed feelings about Chrisette Michele joining R&B
Divas: Los Angeles; it just feels like a step back for her because she’s actually had impressive success. Leela has too,
but it seemed earlier on in her career, so this [R&B Divas]
could be a good look for her. Leela definitely has an amazing voice, and with the right push, she could do really well.
– LaShondra Keys, Richmond, VA
Leela James is such a pretty girl, and if this were 1965,
she would be a superstar! Her voice takes you back to the
era of the Aretha’s and the Chaka’s. I love her song (and
video) with Anthony Hamilton! Look forward to seeing
her on TV soon. Thanks for a great feature AMN MAG!
– Carolyn Thompson , Atlanta, GA
nelson mandela tribute
I was heartbroken to learn of the death of the magnificent,
courageous and heroic, President Nelson Mandela. No one,
in my opinion, has sacrificed more in the name of freedom
and equality than our precious, Madiba! May he find eternal
peace and rest after a life that he so tirelessly dedicated to
others. Thank you for the beautiful tribute, AMN MAG!
– Marilyn Bourdeau, New Orleans, LA
There are no more leaders, warriors and peace fighters like
Nelson Mandela! He was one who not only talked the talk,
but walked the walk...literally! I went to the movies to see
the fine, Idris Elba play Madiba in “Long Walk To Freedom”
and I was moved to tears. I was heartbroken watching what
was displayed in the movie, and I’m certain the movie did
very little to depict what Mr. Mandela actually went through
for those 27 years. There is no true way to capture the pain,
loss and time that he missed locked up for simply caring
too much for his people. Idris and Naomie did a great job
playing Mr. Mandela and Ms Winnie, and I’m so happy that
this increible man lived long enough to see his story come
to life on the big screen by two amazing actors. Lisa, once
again, great job with this issue of AMN MAG. Thank you
for not only giving us the latest on great R&B music, but for
remembering those things that truly matter. Rest in peace
to President Nelson Mandela! – Debra Lawson, Plano, TX
I agree that the world is a better place because Nelson
Mandela was in it! #RIP – Michael Harris, Baton Rouge,
LA
I have much respect for Dr. Matin Luther King and Medgar Evers, but there will NEVER be a man quite like Nelson Mandela! #RIP – Shaun Brice, Jacksonville, FL
AMN MAG is such a stellar magazine! Though I enjoyed
each of the features in this issue, nothing moved me more
than your tribute to the great, President Nelson Mandela.
This man endured the worst kind of hatred, sacrificed time
spent with his family, lost a son while incarcerated and still
he stood strong for what he believed was fair and just! We
need more men like this today who are willing to take a
stand for the right things and grow our communities. Rest
in peace, Mr. Mandela! – Keisha James, Rochester, NY
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