The Evolution Of Jamaican Music

May 6, 2007 // 3 Comments

This is an essay that I wrote in March 2007 for an independent study music class at Cornell. As Jamaican music continues to evolve, I’ll update this post to reflect new developments to the genre. Enjoy! (Last updated in 2007.)... Continue reading →

Love In The City

December 24, 2006 // No Comments

i can picture it:a still image of love in the midst,encircled by city life and stories of warmth.i can’t know what will evolve,but i can think of how it feelsto be loved, and to love, a man like you.so i... Continue reading →

R&B

December 22, 2006 // 4 Comments

I want to write a poem of rhythm and blues,To compose a smooth and melodic tuneTo the rock of your walk and the roll of your stroll,To the hip-hop beat-bop of your neo-soulI hum to the mere thought of you,And... Continue reading →

Everyday People

December 22, 2006 // 2 Comments

I feel like the whole world has something to say about my actions and decisions. But why is this? Why can’t a young lady who is trying to be beautiful while striving for success, appreciation, respect, love, truth, and whatever... Continue reading →

freshwater fish

November 30, 2006 // 2 Comments

On the second episode ever of The Cosby Show, Dr. Huxtable describes little Rudy’s discovery of what would become her first pet fish. At the store, in a tank with ten thousand other fish, Rudy picks out Lamont, her choice... Continue reading →

rozmichelle

The personal blog of creative soul Roslyn Michelle Cyrus McConnell

Author: Roslyn McConnell

The Evolution Of Jamaican Music

Love In The City

R&B

Everyday People

freshwater fish