Mob Wives: Gary Clark Jr.

Gary Clark Jr.

The new season of Mob Wives keeps the tradition of great music in each episode. Watching episode 2, we get to hear a song called "When My Train Pulls In" by a talented musician Gary Clark Jr. I had to hear this song in its entirety. I searched my rhapsody app on my iPad and found the "Bright Lights EP".  Once I found the single I see that it 8 minutes long.

The song on the EP is a solo acoustic performance. You can feel the pain in his voice. He falls into the modern blues genre which is a new genre for me.  I didn't know it existed until now.  I understand why it would get that label. It is an updated style while keeping true to the roots of blues music.  You have the ache of the blues singer.  You feel his pain.  When he says that he will be ready when his train pulls in you really understand that he is ready to leave the place. He is not wanted there. Also we get to hear Mr. Clark's guitar playing. There are no fancy production techniques to hide mediocre playing.  For the record I am not typing he is mediocre.  Actually he is a very talented musician in the vein of Stevie Ray Vaughan.  On the song all you get is a man singing and playing like he is trying to impress the devil down at the crossroads. He can play very well indeed. Gary Clark Jr. is another in a long line of great blues men who can impress with their voices and their playing.

Other songs on the EP include "Bright Lights" and "Don't Owe You a Thang." One is given the impression that this gentleman is not excited about being in the big city.   Bright Lights is a rocking blues song. You get the full band playing this time around.  They compliment the track.   When he sings "you are gonna know my name" you believe.  He also sings "bright lights, big city going to my head but I don't care because you don't care."   He seem like a young man who wants you to know him.  His style isn't over the top when he plays the guitar solos.  It's just straight in your face rock.   On the song, "I Don't Owe You a Thang" he sings, "we ain't getting married because I ain't got no money, no car and ain't buying no diamond ring."  You can really feel his pain in the song. He knows, he is not right for the woman.  Or maybe she is not right for him.   I can really get behind this song.  Overall each song, displays the talented Mr. Clark playing guitar.   His voice is unique.   It does not remind me of anybody who has come before. Too often when you hear a singer these days, he/she sounds like somebody before.  Gary Clark Jr. stands an original.  I hope to hear more music from him for many years to come.  Left Right Productions is definitely handling their musically duties for Mob Wives.

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Mob Wives: Mambo Graziano

Anita Savior repping her favorite Mob Wife with 'Mambo Graziano'.

A big up to Joshy who is one of Renee Graziano's biggest fans.  He is more loyal than a stray adopted from a pound.  We adore him and all he does for Renee & the Mob Wives in general.  He may get into a bit of eBickering here & there with a Mob Wife and/or her croonies.  At the end of the day, he watches the show every Sunday faithfully and then watches reruns when his busy life permits.  Now if you don't know it, I am telling you that's one hell of a Mob Wives fan, follow him on Twitter here.

Damn I love Ritz Crackers & salami.  What was I blogging about?  Oh yes, Joshy led me to this quick little rap from Anita Savior of San Jose, CA.  The ditty is called, Mambo Graziano.  Give it a listen and tell us if it gave you a giggle.  I am laughing at the lyrics, "...I'll stick this fork in your eye.  You'll be a pirate in prison..."  Sometimes I think I really need a new hobby.  Follow the beautiful Anita on Twitter here & Facebook here.  Please don't be a creeper.  As always thanks for reading, where in the hell is Jeanette?

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Mob Wives: The Fans R ILL w/ It.

Whether we understand the women or not, one thing I can type with a straight face is the Mob Wives' fans are serious about their love of the Mob Wives.  I hate to type it but I swear I think some of the fans would whack someone over their beloved favorite Mob Wife.

Any reader of The Mob Wives Blogspot knows I am hard core with my opinions.  It is what it is.  I type what I want to, you don't likey likey isn't raining on my parade.  Some of the fans are like rabid pit bulls if an individual types, 'I don't like Drita's hair.'  I mean they jump on a person as if they spat on the chick.  I enjoy the show like the next person. But, "Daaaaaaamn! Slow your roll folks."  I don't think the next person blogs about the Mob Wives as much as Chiara and I do.  However, you know what I mean right?

Anyhow, I am still figuring out Twitter.  It gives me a headache, frankly.  The title of this post is a testament of my learning Twitter speak/type.  I had to ask Chiara today what DM meant.  I knew the M meant message.  However, the D was a mystery to me.  I know; I am a sad case.  Moving along, a cat tweeted me a link which mentioned the Mob Wives.  You know I cannot pass up anything Mob Wives related.  So of course I clicked on it.  I am so very glad I did.  I won't go into detail because one I have a massive headache.  Two I need to catch up on my Judge Judy stash on my DVR.  Don't act like y'all don't watch the pit bull in a judical robe.  I hope you enjoy the listen.  I sure in the hell did.  Thanks Vinny Stucatz for the link!  The Mob Wives fans aren't playing is all I am typing.  They're mobAddicts.  No worries, I keep a blog bat next to my bed.

Oh, before I forget a big shout out to A.J. Pagan for making this old girl laugh yesterday.  He is a great teenager.  I didn't like my very own teenager as much as I like A.J.  And she came from my very own snatch!  Yes, I know you all didn't need nor want to read all that information.  Anyhow, the A.J. Pagan interview will be posted on Sunday.



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Mob Wives: Aloe Blacc A Good Thing

One thing I have to write about the Mob Wives' production team: They utilize music to emphasize the scene extremely well. I caught one episode where they used the music of a soulful singer named Aloe Blacc. The single "Loving You is Killing Me" was used during the episode. The song is an emotional song. The lyrics are great. You can feel the pain in his lyrics. As if tortured Aloe Blacc asks how could his girl be so evil during the single. I see how this song fits very well into Mob Wives.  I am not going to bash any of the ladies but one or two seem to have an evil streak.  Loving You is Killing Me is one great song on a even better album, "Good Thing."

I was first introduced to Aloe Blacc as a rapper. The first  Aloe Blacc album I heard was "Shine Through".  I bought before I left my family for a while.  Before you all start assuming it was career related, thank you very much.  I listened and was shocked at how good it was. One of the highlights on that album was a Spanish version of "Ordinary People" which was made famous by John Legend. When I learned Aloe Blacc was releasing a new album "Good Thing" and got excited.

The album opens with "I Need a Dollar". The chorus rings through my head all day after I hear it. You can really hear his struggle in his singing. The production and music is an updated version of 60s soul music. The music does not sound dated which can sometimes happen when you strive for a vintage sound. Listening to "I Need a Dollar" one can feel the artist's empathy and/or struggles of everyday life.  People searching for an answer, turn to the bottle due to a dead end job, getting fired & just the stresses of life.

The next song is called Green Lights. There is a dreamy airy quality to the music.  Once again there is an incredible amount of feeling in the music.  It has an Al Green like quality. He is happy and you can feel it. I really like this song.  Soul music to it's core with a modern edge.



This music harkens back to older time where protests were raging against the Vietnam War and the economy was struggling.  People could not afford to put gas in their cars and there was a shortage. It's a modern day social wake up reminiscent to the protest music of 1960s & 1970s.  Aloe Blacc's voice is not quite on the level of Al Green norMarvin Gaye.  He does not have the distinct voice as the legendary soul masters.  Lyrically he can hang with the best of them.  His storytelling ability is second to none. He reminds me of Curtis Mayfield with his lyrics. There are many standout songs you could hear on the radio today.   If today's radio stations would play music not pushed by major music labels.  I bought this album on the strength of  "I Need a Dollar".  I was surprised by the entire album.  It's a gem.  If you love the great soul singers of the past, you will love this album.  The songs have the quality & character of old soul without sounding dated.  A modern day classic protest album in a time that needs a revolution after 8 years of Bush politics and the true after effects of Reaganomics.  I suggest you pick up Aloe Blacc's latest album; you will not be disappointed.  It's a good thing.

Mob Wives: Gangster Music

It's Sunday morning. I imagine a million plus viewers are probably munching on dry spaghetti waiting for tonight's episode of Mob Wives. I am not munching on dry spaghetti. I am actually eating a Bagel-ful. Bagel-fuls are so fucking delicious. Apple cinnamon with cream cheese are my favorite.

We write what we write around here. A lot of times it is so not nice. It's sad actually because we're not even trying to be mean. Mob Wives just brings out our inner mean with some of their bullshit. Today though I decided to rewatch the premiere episode and finally episode 2 completely. I realized we can write whatever we want about VH1's Mob Wives series. However, we would be liars if we wrote that Mob Wives doesn't have the best soundtrack of any show on air today. The music they are playing during all the mobette's shanigans is pure fire.

Off course I have to mention Big Bang by Rock Mafia. I never heard or listened to the group before this show. I am not going to lie and write I am going to run out and buy their CD. However, I really like the theme song of Mob Wives. So a big thanks to Rock Mafia.

I have a music lover's beef with Raphael Saadiq. I don't like how he threw Dawn his group mate under the bus. He ran over her and backed up. Mr. Saadiq's talent is undeniable. His gift is giving the sixties & seventies sound a modern spin. It's familar but not old. It's fresh, comfortable, soulful and simply great music. He is on my boycott list. However, his single Good Man makes me want to remove him from my list. I think about it for 5 minutes. Mr. Saadiq stays on the list. Hey, I am stubborn what can I write.

My favorite song so far is Trepasser by Deluka. One I am a huge European Alternative Rock whore. Deluka is that sound mixed with a rough edge. I love her voice. I will 100% be buying Deluka's CD. I am chumping at the bit to hear more music from Deluka.



Other singles are Get Some by Lykke Li, With or Without You by Kirsten Price, Perfect Day by The Constellations, Loving You is Killing Me by Aloe Blacc and Wicked by Jupiter Rising. Can we revisit Get Some? Thanks! The lyrics, "Like a shot gun needs an outcome. I am prostitute. You're going to get some" are hysterical. Why did someone in my home just walk pass singing this song? Hell naw! I can't take another surprise. It is an entertaining song I must write that for the record.

Prayin' is another hot single by Plan B. I usually try plan A first. Hell but if all of Plan B's music is as good as this single I may hit up Best Buy or iTunes for more of their music. By the way, I am praying none of the Mob Wives take offense to this blog. We are really nice people. We just blog mean. Well I know Chiara is pen & notebook ready to write her review for episode 3 of Mob Wives. So if you just stumbled on this blog by accident we beg you to tune in tonight @ 8/7 central to catch Mob Wives. Hey, we may not be their biggest fans nor goonettes. Yet, if they are cancelled or aren't picked up for a second season; what will we blog about?! Housewives blogging about recipes and kids are so yesterday. So check out VH1 tonight and then come back and tell us what you think.