I reviewed Vince Staples' latest album for Exclaim! I really enjoyed it, but it was way too short. Interestingly, I made Wikipedia for the second time now based off my comments. So that's neat. Anyways, check it out and let me know what you think if you want. https://exclaim.ca/music/article/vince_staples-fm -Clay
Category: Review
Takeoff’s New Album
My latest review for Exclaim! is about Takeoff's, one of The Migos, solo-album debut called The Last Rocket. It was an enjoyable album and great extension of the signature Atlanta triplet flow style begun by the group. Here's a little bit from the article, "Everybody's newest favourite Migo has released his solo debut album. Takeoff's The … Continue reading Takeoff’s New Album
A(t)WAR with myself
Did a review of New York rapper AWAR's new album Spoils of War for Exclaim. It's getting so that I review at least one album a week, I'm never in need of new music to listen to anymore which is nice. When I tweeted this review I actually tagged him in it just to see if he'd … Continue reading A(t)WAR with myself
Review of Sheck Wes’ New Album
I reviewed Mudboy the first album by Sheck Wes - of "Mo Bamba" fame. It is for Exclaim! as usual and I'd love if you checked it. If anyone's got any comments or suggestions over what I should review, don't hesitate to let me know. https://exclaim.ca/music/article/sheck_wes-mudboy -Clay
Review for the Books
I have been writing some more rap reviews for Exclaim! lately and it's been going well. Must say, I've been really enjoying the work and the ability to listen to rap for more than just the joy of it. Not sure why, but it's probably because I like to feel busy. Even when I'm on … Continue reading Review for the Books
The Review Life
Now that my time at The Journal has come to a close, I've felt an itch to get as much writing out there as possible. It's why I very quickly went to Muse (though I'm not on the magazine's editorial board), because it's an impulse that I can't shake. The nice thing about the school … Continue reading The Review Life
Review of “The Very Marrow of our Bones”
I recently read Christine Higdon's novel The Very Marrow of our Bones. The author is actually in a bookclub with my mum, thought I'd get that out of the way for journalistic integrity's sake. And though this is what initially drew me to the novel - the neat factor - it is the writing and … Continue reading Review of “The Very Marrow of our Bones”
On Arts Writing
Part of my job, and part of my life, is that I think a lot about art. 'What exactly is art?' is one of the questions that preoccupies me the most. My opinion on this is basically the same as American poet Elizabeth Bishop. She said that art is anything that stays with you for … Continue reading On Arts Writing
Christmastime
It's that time of year again, folks. Christmastime in the city. All the people return to their homes, Likes bears to their holes. It's a time to realize what's important. Christmas allows us to exchange ourselves. We give a little to Auntie, to Uncle and some to mom and dad. It's a communion and a … Continue reading Christmastime
Sidenote: drinking water
Water is the greatest drink on Earth. I love how elemental it is. Just three elements is all it takes to create one of the most important aspects to life. Think about it, for a second. You can never be comfortable without a guaranteed source of water. There's just no way to do that, and … Continue reading Sidenote: drinking water
Clayton Tomlinson 