Author: Zach
Jheri Curl June: Chromeo’s “Sexy Socialite”
What can I say, I’m a sucker for a good Time reference (if you know, you know).
Jheri Curl June: DāM-FunK’s “Searchin’ 4 Funk’s Future”
If J.C.M. Mark I took as its template Prince’s run of early-’80s albums, then Mark II–at least as interpreted by DāM-FunK–sounds more like a high-generation Prince bootleg.
Jheri Curl June: The Mac Band’s “Roses Are Red”
Like other LaFace productions of its vintage, “Roses Are Red” captured a transitional moment, with the hard-hitting drums (played by L.A. himself) heralding the coming of New Jack Swing. But just watch the video above, which looks like a group of uncles getting a few wine coolers deep and spontaneously trying to recreate Prince’s video…
Jheri Curl June: Sylvester’s “Mutual Attraction”
Look, if Sylvester of all people wanted to take a break from the dance floor, who are we to tell him no?
Jheri Curl June: Carl Carlton’s “Private Property”
It’s a musical sequel equal parts heartwarming (Carl’s found love!) and offputting; one hopes there’s a third song in the trilogy where he finally realizes that bad mama jamas’ bodies belong to themselves.
Jheri Curl June: Lucky Rosenbloom’s “Keep Your Faith in God”
Lucky Rosenbloom’s “Keep Your Faith in God” is, unequivocally, Jheri Curl Gospel–J.C. for J.C., if you will.