How D'Angelo saved music with Black Messiah | Short Docs

[@dortrajefferson6188]

D’Angelo is in my humble opinion the greatest musician and songwriter of my generation. After not listening to Black Messiah for at least 4 years I pulled it back out and listened to it again last month and it was like hearing it for the first time. I appreciate the album and him so much more now. Like all of his fans I’m starved for a new album and tour from him. I pray he’s in good spirits and health. His fans will there when he’s ready.

[@psychoshamrock]

He saved us with Brown Sugar and Voodoo, too. He is Prince's musical child. He could work with the damn phone book, and I'd buy it. I love this man, blessed to see him live a few times.

[@22StoneProductions]

Dope, that's on my bucket list haha. Thanks for watching!

[@Drea1239232]

Everytime I watch a video about this man, my emotions flare up. I’m not sure if I should be pissed off, crying, or appreciative of the Art that he’s created. I need to see him live as I wasn’t old enough to see him prior too. Like dude, release some more music or at least tour for me please! We NEED IT! I know he lives a private life, which I respect, but come on man! I hope he sees this, music lovers need YOU Micheal (D’Angelo).

[@trueself247]

Well done sir. I don't hear many conversations about this album. My suspicion is that most people don't understand it yet.

[@22StoneProductions]

Most definitely. This is something you have to sit with.

[@garfieldharrison510]

Well Black Messiah was step forward after his ethereal Voodoo Soul which was infectious. I'm still digesting from that album. Black Messiah is brilliant. The feel of it is enigmatic. The melodies are taut and his vocals are stunning in accordance with the musicianship. I did a small short on my channel about D'angelo for all the true supporters entitled VOODOO SOUL.

[@nolva757]

@@garfieldharrison510 i can’t compare brown sugar voodoo or black messiah and can’t say one is better than the other they are all great pieces of musical art

[@garfieldharrison510]

@@nolva757 Facts.

[@asaprockyspetrock5772]

ive listened to black messiah about 50 times after buying the cd and ive got no doubt in my mind its his most masterful work

[@jaydixon32]

I’m so much of a D’Angelo disciple! People were wondering was Black Messiah gonna sound like Brown Sugar. His talent is superior that you can’t bottle it up. D’Angelo touched just about every genre of music in Black Messiah. I always say he made 3 classic albums. I’m definitely waiting for the 4th! We are waiting D!

[@feloniuspunk7078]

Its funny, i look like a metal head. Covered in tattoos, kind of rough around the edges in general white-guy. And when people ask me who my favorite musician/band is, they never expect me to say D’Angelo. As a musician myself, im drawn to the excellent musicianship of the 90s soulquarian era of RnB. There is not a human on this planet, cooler, or more talented than D’Angelo. THE goat

[@22StoneProductions]

My dude.

[@Whateveriwant2sayPodcast]

one of the greatest r&b talents

[@kbchristiansen]

I just bought this record today and I am amazed. So sensitive, energetic and touching, I had these nice tears in my eyes during my first listen. This video brought tears to my eyes again. What a tribute to a true artist. Thank you

[@22StoneProductions]

Means a lot buddy. Thanks for making my week. Look out for the next doc

[@madtho]

Yeah, totally. When I finished the album I just said out loud, “thank you”

[@22StoneProductions]

most definitely

[@joshuacamps4990]

Incredible video, D'angelo is the best to ever do it

[@celebrityspotlight3297]

THIS WAS PHENOM IN ALL CAPS. Great job! The colors, graphics & narration were EXCELLENT!!!

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching and stay tuned for more!

[@isaiahetienne4126]

I agree, this is really well done!

[@najiblkd]

How tf does this video only have 15k in views ?!?! Awesome editing and vocals!

[@scrollkidsylable6793]

My baby bought this album 7 years ago for my birthday, its finding gems in it, I didn't realist that everything was done by analog, makes sense, coz I was didn't like it at first as I found d's vocals quiet and alil muddy and wanted it turned up, but love it more and more each time I listen

[@22StoneProductions]

I find something new and beautiful each time I listen to it. Thanks for watching!

[@pamstuckey8349]

Relistened to your comments again. I genuinely can't say enough about how much I appreciate your thoughts here and those of the people you spoke with. Every time I listen to this any song on this album I am reminded about what a remarkable album this is. It just makes me stand still and listen and feel in a way I don't think any other album does. I know this sounds like hyperbole. But I think this is accurate. Everything you shared was so thoughtful and insightful. Thank you again

[@pamstuckey8349]

Really happy I found this video. I remember the first moment I heard this album and I knew it was in a class of its own. Golden. Hypnotized. But D'Angelo didn't seem to be going the normal publicity tour route so most folks - even his fans - didn't know the album. It said so much. I listened to it nonstop for months. And I made sure I was in the front row when D'Angelo and the Vanguard came to town. So glad to see this discussion. Time to be listening to it again

[@johale6791]

BM is the best & D is getting better & better each... decade. I love your LOVE 💌

[@ami2846]

“Built to last” - whoever wrote that in their Voodoo review was so right. And Black Messiah will stand the test of time. He’s had such a fulfilling progression imo, I always find it fascinating that he lost a segment of his audience with BM (the ones who want him to go back to Brown Sugar). Thanks for your take on the album.

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated. Thanks for watching and I totally agree...amazing progression from Brown Sugar to BM.

[@clarissawestbrook2203]

D'Angelo is a musical genius. I really appreciate his artistry and love and respect for the craft. Black Messiah is a masterpiece and one of the best albums of the 2010s. Hopefully we don't have to wait another 14 years for his next project however. This was a great and through breakdown.

[@22StoneProductions]

Hear, hear. Much appreciated Clarissa! Stay tuned for our biggest project yet

[@brammanck]

Reminds me again how great every second of this album is… hoping that a new album will land anytime soon but untill then I will manage with his albums…

[@22StoneProductions]

Same! Thanks for watching

[@haitianmaniac74]

D'Angelo come back.

[@22StoneProductions]

we're waiting

[@Measuredingrahams]

D Angelo the definition of an album artist don’t need the random singles

[@paterickbrennan]

I love the random singles unshaken and i found my smile again are incredible songs

[@TheStudioexpresso]

Thank you for this inspired segment on D'Angelo with special guest and arranger Brent Fischer (Prince, The Roots, Sheila E)

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated!

[@adrianmarroquin7773]

NEED THIS CHANEL TO GROW

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks for the support ! Stay tuned for more content

[@zee-zm1io]

Phenomenal work Sir! This album is iconic. A week or month never goes by without listening to it. Now I understand why

[@22StoneProductions]

Your words are much appreciated Zee! Thanks for watching and stay tuned for more

[@TjRebel]

In my opinion I feel voodoo was his best work...I still bump that album til this day.

[@mmsoulmm]

He is my fav artist

[@WeirdAlvaro]

Man shout out to you for making this vid! Not only the writing and the content itself is awesome, the editing, the pacing, the motion graphics... Everything is so well put for real! Congrats

[@22StoneProductions]

Glad you enjoyed it! working on something big at the moment...stay tuned

[@juanfischer1498]

Loved it!! There is simply not enough content on D. Keep up the great content

[@22StoneProductions]

Most definitely! Thanks

[@HerEvilTwin]

Great video. Even with all the praise this album received I still think its underrated

[@dannygzb7328]

Very informative. The way this is put together, it really invoked an emotional response.

[@22StoneProductions]

Hey much appreciated. Thanks for taking the time out to watch

[@shawnjackson65]

What I take from D'Angelo's hiatus is someone that was scared to walk in their path and walking into the light the genius minds of a lot of black artists go through so much which is why I think if you going through something its best to you get the help you can get it.

[@22StoneProductions]

Well said. Thanks for checking us out.

[@jacobmartinez1017]

Great video, wonderful editing. You deserve more recognition :)

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks brother, much appreciated. Spread the word!

[@sadetaylor605]

I love everything about this very powerful

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated, thanks for the kind words

[@sadetaylor605]

@@22StoneProductions your welcome

[@paulh6193]

This is very well done. Thank you!

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks! Much appreciated

[@CosmoBakerTV]

Excellent video - really nailed it with this one

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated!

[@rrayjay5]

Thank you!

[@SambaBamana_A_LA_1]

Thank you for this bro🙏🏾

[@22StoneProductions]

thanks for watching samba!

[@Birbdup]

This was exceptional.

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated brother

[@ChuckLeeMBM]

outstanding!

[@22StoneProductions]

much appreciated

[@smarlybazile1259]

Job Well done sir!!!!!!

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks Smarly! Stay tuned for more

[@owamijackson7787]

Thank you for this brother ❤

[@22StoneProductions]

My pleasure. Thanks for giving us a shot

[@ItsJustLuke48]

such a quality vid. keep it up

[@22StoneProductions]

Will do, bud. Stay turned for more.

[@A.ChristopherJohnson]

Great job brother, how about on Masego's - Lady Lady B

[@leoeeo6448]

nicely done

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated!

[@ThisIsJBird]

Awesome breakdown of this album! Who does all the edit & image work on your vids?

[@22StoneProductions]

Been a one man band since the pandemic! That's why it takes a minute for each video to drop lol. Thanks!

[@dhani1taylor]

Interesting documentary. I wasn't a huge fan of the album. But, this was great. 👍🏿

[@22StoneProductions]

Much appreciated! Thanks for giving our content a chance

[@dazeja]

the varied speed tape vocals was influenced by from Prince also. Prince had a whole moniker with tape sped up vocals.... called Camille. I seriously think D'angelo's music harkens back to Prince more than any artist. Other Artist seriously can't do what Prince did but D'angelo can, therefore he can act on those influences.

[@22StoneProductions]

Great points, that Prince influence was definitely significant thru D's entire career. Thanks for watching!

[@nolva757]

I just wish he spit music out on a consistent yearly bases like prince did

[@dazeja]

@@nolva757 yep me also.

[@Soulquarian22]

THANK YOU!!!!

[@22StoneProductions]

Thank you for taking the time out to watch! Stay tuned for more

[@liamo5708]

Amazing!!!!

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks!! Much appreciated

[@chrisgarcia901]

Peep “diggin in the greats” 💜💜

[@joostengelsman4755]

One of the most underrated artist...

[@22StoneProductions]

Still to this day.

[@nolva757]

I disagree ! 4 Grammys i believe naw

[@sknmwms6516]

His sound between SLY, JIMI HENDRIX!

[@matthewbird3944]

Man!

[@22StoneProductions]

Thanks, Matthew!

[@keishagyei]

❤❤❤

[@phelelanimkhize4754]

can you do a video on Brent Faiyaz ❤🖤

[@eorrjr]

First let me say I’m a musician and have been for the past 30 plus years. I am a fan of D’Angelo and his music. This won’t be a popular opinion, nevertheless the album Voodoo wasn’t good to me at all. Send It On, Untitled were for me the best to records on the album. The vocal quality was in-distinguishable, arrangements were sparse. To call Voodoo a ‘classic’ is gratuitous. Now with Black Messiah, this was the album that should have come out after the commercial release Brown Sugar. Every record on this album he sounded free! Free to be who he really was, Brown Sugar was clearly not who he was but a record label version of him. BS was a great album, but to me out of the 3 BM is the best. Another thing I’d like to address, are we proclaiming his greatness prematurely? He has 3 albums? MJ, Stevie, Prince, Marvin all have vast catalogs that show the growth and maturation they had as artist and I’m supposed to crown Mr. Archer as a goat after 3? And he really has, out of the 3, 1 great album? Love him as an artist, but I can’t rock with that. Out of the 3 albums I only listen to BM, I have tried over and over and over to listen to Voodoo and see the genius that everyone talks about but I don’t hear it. My 2 cents.

[@TheFishermenForZion]

Black messiah is THE BEST ALBUM OF MUSIC EVER CREATED in the land of the living

[@22StoneProductions]

preach

[@nolva757]

I respect your opinion but as a big fan of D I take purple rain it was like a book like a tribe called quest midnight mauraders and to me all of D’s albums I can’t compare them brown sugar is soulful voodoo is spiritual and black messiah is revolutionary 🤔 we both from Virginia and grew up on the James river near the plantation near Williamsburg so I feel the connection with him and I know some of his family members 💯🙏🏾

[@TheFishermenForZion]

@@nolva757 I can understand that. Purple rain for me is great lyrically. Vocally, soulfully and spiritually is why I feel D’s album is the best. There nothing more convincing then when music convicts you to the core of soulfully and spiritually. D’s favorite artist is prince if im not mistaken. Those deep roots of our ancestors in those landing area of slavery are a representation of the creativity we entail and D covers it from the front to back. Peace family! #chosen #Israelites

[@nolva757]

@@TheFishermenForZion true some of D’s influence did come from prince 💯 and growing up in Newport News right on the James river the boys club use to take us on trips to Williamsburg every summer when I was 5 years old up to about 13 years old to Jamestown on the plantation with Michael Vick, Allen Iverson, Aaron Brooks (former QB for the New Orleans Saints) who won their 1st playoff games in Saints franchise history so we learned that history as little kids which was amazing at such a young age

[@211matter]

his name is Tavis Smiley not Travis Smiley

[@22StoneProductions]

Great catch, thanks!

[@preciousmousse]

I don't think throwing panties led to the withdrawal. The history of rock 'n' roll is basically built along women's libido and preferences in men, starting with Elvis and The Beatles.

[@22StoneProductions]

appears as if he wanted more than that, artistically

[@preciousmousse]

@@22StoneProductions I find the whole "incident" extremely sexist. I am a woman and as a woman who enjoys being sexual and understands that portraying yourself as such is work I don't think a man who releases a video where he's sexual and erotic is wrong. Honestly I think a lot of insecure snd envious people just wanted to bring him down for it.

[@johnhendricks8140]

I think he wasnt comfortable with being sexualized on that level, and his insecurities was amplified.

[@crazymulgogi]

Black Messiah is not meant to be "consumed". The music consumer isn't going to get it.

[@22StoneProductions]

So true.

[@johnhendricks8140]

Your right its meant to meditated on.

[@Backpackfiles]

Voodoo was one of the best albums ever recorded. Black Messiah is better. There. I said it.

[@22StoneProductions]

Word.

[@dmaldonado1970]

Not an artist to Marvin Gave level. By far not

[@HOLLAATCHA08]

Album was mid af

[@DeadPoolLilCuzin1567]

Go listen to Kurt Cobain

[@nolva757]

BROWN SUGAR-SOULFUL…VOODOO-SPIRITUAL…BLACK MESSIAH-REVOLUTIONARY! ITS A VIRGINIA THING YOU WOULDN’T UNDERSTAND ! 💯 #804 #757 #JAMESRIVERNIGGAZ