BM5's September 2025 Favorites

Favorite Music Video

Shotty - Hyolyn

Ahhhh, Hyolyn has done it again. She came back with a danced focused music video on that R&B tip. Do you know what that means? The attitude is present, the choreo is fierce, and the body...is bodying! This mug produced by the Stereotypes bangs to a level we've needed from Hyolyn for some time after a few summery tunes. Hyolyn's vocals are still on point and so sultry. I think you'll be hard pressed taking your eyes off the screen, no matter who you are. Cause she's not your story!

Favorite Rap Single

Yeah Wynne - Wynne

When I saw this drop in my subscriptions, like every time I see Wynne pop up, I got excited. When I heard the beat after pressing play, I thought, "Oh snap! She's killing other people's beats again!" Glorilla would be proud to hear what Wynne brought to the instrumental. She came with her trademark cool demeanor and witty wordplay along with cheeky finesse. This was just the beginning of what would become a true mixtape for the fans. I couldn't be more excited to listen and to share with all of you.

Favorite Cover

Armageddon (Jazz Version) - ReacttotheK

I always love it when the classical and jazz musicians from this channel put their own spin on kpop songs. Thus, when I saw that they did one of my favorite songs of last year, I was beyond ecstatic! Their cool twist on the track made me giddy inside with the mix of staying true to the composition and adding their own flair at the right moments. If you have never heard one of this channel's covers, I would happily recommend this being one of your first ones. I wonder how Aespa feels about this version...

Full September 2025 Favorites playlist: click here

Fair Shake Reaction: Songwrights Apothecary Lab - Esperanza Spalding

Songwrights Apothecary Lab - Esperanza Spalding

(Genre: Jazz)

Fair Shake Review: Mood Valiant - Hiatus Kaiyote

Mood Valiant - Hiatus Kaiyote

(Genre: Neo Soul/Alternative)

These will get you in the Mood:

Red Room (Music Video)

Get Sun (Music Video)

Sip into Something Soft/Chivalry is Not Dead (Live Performance)

Stone or Lavender (Audio)

The Set Interview

Fair Shake Review: Cliffs - Lemon City Trio

Cliffs - Lemon City Trio

(Genre: Funk/Jazz)

Refer to link for Cliff notes:

New Moon (Music Video)

Cliffs (Live Performance)

Laid Out (Live Recording)

Dither (Live Performance)

16zz (Live Performance)

Fair Shake Review: Studying Abroad - Masego

Studying Abroad - Masego

(Genre: Alternative R&B/Jazz)

Abroad are the links to study to:

Full Album (Live Performance)

Silver Tongue Devil (Music Video)

Mystery Lady (Music Video)

iHeartRadio Interview

Pitchfork Interview

No Chaser Podcast Interview

BM5's November 2019 Favorites

Favorite Live Performance

World's in You - Ella Jet & Future Soul

I love, love, love ELLA JET!!! Her and the band have been uploading more and more show footage and I'm ecstatic about it. If you haven't seen my mentions of them before, they are a blend of soul, funk, alternative, jazz, and rock. This happens to show more of the alternative side of theirs. If you check out their channel, you'll see how their blend of genres truly show what fantastic artists they are and wish they would already have a project out. Or maybe that's just me. You be the judge above!

Favorite Dance Cover

Eclipse - Got7 by LOONA

As an Orbit, I have quickly appreciate Loona's skill in dancing. In their choreography and dance covers, they have proven that they are becoming experts even with every member not having dance as their strong suit. They work within their means and still manage to create clean imagery, power, and grace with each piece. It has also made Heejin my dance bias. Loona is soon to become my ULT girl group if they keep up the content and the next album is better than Blackpink's. Plus, they already have more music out for me to listen to. Anyway, this cover is simply amazing and does its best to highlight all 12 members, so enjoy!!!

Favorite Music Video

Speedboat - Denzel Curry

Possibly my favorite song from ZUU; "Speedboat" has more than a lyric video now. They made it even more cinematic from the music to the video concept. They flash through key events in the storyline and then proceed to go through those vignettes backwards chronologically. It's simply spectacular! Showing a movie-esque take on how the environment that can lead to riches and death in the streets that coerce you to hustle to make ends meet. I can't imagine garnering a greater appreciation for Denzel Curry in the hip hop scene than I have now. Check it out!

Favorite KPop Discovery

Mamamoo

Eventually, you'll all get to see my reaction to listening to their latest album, Reality in Black. For now though, just know that "HIP" was my introduction this month and I've been obsessed. I did look into their past, since I heard they've had a bit of controversy, and I get into a bit of that in my reaction video, yet I've learned they also are marvelous artists in the Idol scene. Digging into the discography, a few fan events and other content has converted me into a MooMoo. The above video is probably my favorite renditions of "HIP" since you can truly see their personalities shine through the choreo and in waiting their turns. In addition, after immediately making Moonbyul my bias from the original music video, Wheein's charisma in this relay dance made her my bias wrecker. I told you that I'm getting into KPop, ya'll! Hahaha...

Full November 2019 Playlist: click here

BM5's July 2019 Favorites

Favorite Music Discussion

Drake is Michael Jackson, Kendrick Lamar is Prince - HipHopMadness

This channel is one that I hop in and out of whenever I see a good topic. Sometimes the content gets too gossip column for me to be subscribed to, but a title like this one had me intrigued. It's tough to see artists of today being compared to icons of yesteryear, yet this video made some pretty interesting comparisons when it comes to public perception in pop culture. Although I'm fairly convinced that the point is rather valid, I'm actually more of a Michael fan than Prince and Kendrick than Drake. Is that strange? You tell me...

Favorite Anime Discussion

Attack on Titan is Incredible Now. - Gigguk

If you haven't yet seen my Spring 2019 Anime Retrospect yet, then this one video goes into incredible detail about how I felt about Attack on Titan Season 3 part 2. In fact, it captures most of my feelings on the series as a whole so far as an anime only consumer of the franchise. The show is absolutely amazing from a narrative and action perspective and I can't wait to watch season 4 when it airs. Now if only I can convince Miko to try and pick the series back up. Gigguk was also not sold on the show after season 1...maybe his perspective on the follow ups can revive the hype!

Favorite Live Performance

Masego - NPR Music's Tiny Desk

After seeing my review on Masego's Lady Lady, I'm sure you've anticipated my excitement to see his Tiny Desk episode go live. Masego is quite the character and performer, so I had a blast seeing him work the crowd alongside wowing them with his vocal and sax stylings! If this charismatic performance doesn't get you into to checking out the music, I don't know what will. I, though, am a fan of TrapHouseJazz.

Favorite Interview

Tyler, the Creator - Funk Flex on Hot 97

I shamefully haven't reviewed IGOR by Tyler, but I loved it and seeing him finally do his press run for it has been a treat. His Zane Lowe interview was very nice and really gave insight on the creation of the album and reflection on Tyler's influence on the music scene as a whole. However, after seeing over the years the type of personality Tyler has and seeing what it was going to clash with the likes of Funkmaster Flex was eyebrow-raising. The results were decisively hilarious and pleasing to watch unfold before me within the hour and thirty minutes (freestyle included). Honestly, if you like seeing two people genuinely getting to know each other with preconceived notions, this is the entertainment for you.

Full July 2019 Favorites Playlist: click here

BlipMasta5's The Catch Up (Too Many Short Reviews)

The Catch Up (Nov 2018 Edition)

Genre: Rap/Hip Hop/Pop/Jazz/Funk/Soul/R&B

Here's to hoping I don't have to do something similar to this for a looooong time. I cover Ariana Grande, Denzel Curry, Dyme-A-Duzin, Ella Jet, Esperanza Spalding, Lil' Wayne, Logic, Lupe Fiasco, Mac Miller, Masego, Nicki Minaj, Phony Ppl, Post Malone, Russell, Tori Kelly, T-Pain, & Travis Scott. Hope you enjoy me rambling my way through them all! 

BlipMasta5's April & May 2018 Favorites

Favorite Dance Video
Filthy - Ian Eastwood & The Young Lions

Being 100% honest, I had to choose between 3 dance videos this month to share with you guys. This ended up being the one I wanted to go with due to the execution of the concept. I already love the song and since the original music video had a whole futuristic robot vibe, I love how they took that into idea behind this routine. They try to start off robotic, doing a lot of the popular moves of the times for the sake of popularity until it flourishes into more intricate choreography. It's so amazing to watch them tackle this beat with a bit of groove and precision, so I had to pick this one this time. Hope you enjoy!

BlipMasta5's February & March 2018 Favorites

Favorite Rap Song
44 More - Logic

After the heavy concepts tackled in Logic's last album, hearing this song as his next project teaser has me along with others to believe that a Bobby Tarantino 2 seems like it's around the corner. He has already released a music video for another single, "Overnight", but "44 More" captivates me much more. This song shows Logic's ability to deliver an impressive flow along with his positive message and disregard toward what a popular rapper is supposed to prioritize. Do you think this is a proper successor to "44 Bars" from Bobby Tarantino like I do?