Matthew Allen

Award-winning Music Journalist | TV Producer | Director | Founder of The Moving Shrine Substack

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Charles HAD it. He didn't even flinch when Apocalypse put his foot on his face. He was ready to die. Xavier was FED tf UP.

[X-Men Updates @XMenUpdate]

“Only a coward feels mighty when stepping on ants." #XMen97

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Since then, we've lost Maurice White, Fred White, and Andrew Woolfork. May they rest is peace.

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

In 2000, the 9 original members of Earth, Wind & Fire's reunited for their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. They played live together for the 1st time since 1980 & the last time ever. I wished they recorded at least 1 more song together at that time for some closure.

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Rigamortis and Ab-Soul's Outro

[O.T.G @ParisEighty]

I Became a fan of Kendrick Lamar when I heard...

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

EVERY. G*D. DAMN. BODY. IS. EATING. OFF. WHAT. THIS. MAN. DID. FOR. PODCASTING.

And almost NOBODY is doing it as good as he did.

RIP Reggie Osse, aka Combat Jack. INTERNETS! Give thanks to this pioneer who left us too soon. :(

[Premium Pete @PremiumPete]

Happy #CombatJackDay to the Legendary & Iconic DISRUPTOR Reggie OSSE aka #CombatJack! Your voice & presence is missed sorely worldwide, INTERNETS let’s take today & remember all the gifts he blessed us with!🎂🎁🙏🏼❤️🕊👑

#DreamThoseDreams

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Today is the 16th anniversary of LeBron James' "The Decision." I reflect on the entitled, violent manner that Cleveland fans, most of them white, reacted to the news, burning his jersey in anger. Years ago, I wrote about this problematic practice.

https://t.co/OSIvq7xiOi

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Good afternoon, everyone. Have a great day!

[Jazz Is Dead @jazzisdeadco]

Bobbi Humphrey performing on PBS Soul! episode titled "The Blue Note Show" circa 1972.

#pbs #jazzisdead

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

I know it's passed, but I WROTE THIS! Follow me for more of my pieces on @NYAmNews!

[New York Amsterdam News @NYAmNews]

651 ARTS is set to celebrate #Juneteenth today with their fourth annual “We Outside! A Brooklyn Juneteenth, Vol. IV at The Plaza in Downtown Brooklyn. https://t.co/NaRvWg0vRy

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

@vai1kai Hey, there!

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

"The SZA/Doechii Dynasty: The Women Lead TDE Into New Era"

Kendrick Lamar was the face of Top Dawg Entertainment. When he left in 2022, the label gave the keys to the ladies; a wise decision.

https://t.co/EL2hqOX8Kh

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Hey #MJFam! Where you at!?!!

[Matthew Allen @headphoneaddict]

Good evening, everyone. I'm back. Decided to return.

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