Groove Soul

Estelle "American Boy" feat. Kanye West (Audio)

2008-01-08T17:04:00.000-08:00

Ok, here's another nice little joint for you to peep called "American Boy" by the UK's Estelle. It features Kanye West. Dig it!!

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Remix! Trey Songz "Can't Help But Wait" feat. Plies (Audio)

2008-01-08T16:59:00.001-08:00

Yo, on the eve of his new album, Trey Songz's reps, sent me this cool remix of his previously released single "Can't Help But Wait" featuring Plies. It's a good joint and I hope you vibe to it.

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New! Raheim DeVaughn Interview and Song

2007-12-05T18:39:00.000-08:00

Raheem DeVaughn's new record "Love Behind The Melody" drops 1/15/08 and things are heating up!

Also, Raheem did an interview a few weeks back where he talks about the new album, playing live and getting a call from Pimp C of UGK to record with them. I have included a link to the interview and YouTube embed code below along with his latest track called "Customer". Enjoy!

"New Interview" (click to view)

"Customer" (click to listen)

Kevin Michael "What's Going On"

2007-11-15T12:42:00.000-08:00

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Philadelphia prodigy, Kevin Michael continues to blend his irresistible sound of soul, funk, r&b, and pop. Watch the 22-year old put a twist on Marvin Gaye's classic, "What's Going On" at Taratata 2007.

"What's Going On" Performance
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Erykah Badu performance on "Girlfriend"

2007-11-13T10:00:00.000-08:00

I know it's a day late but check out this performance by Erykah Badu as she performed last night on the hit show "Girlfriends".

"Erykah Badu on Girlfriends"
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Raheem DeVaughn "Woman"

2007-11-13T09:53:00.000-08:00

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Raheem DeVaughn is dropping a new album called Love Behind the Melody in 2008. On the LP there is a track called "Woman" for which we have the video for. Check it out!

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Kirk Franklin "Declaration (This is It!)"

2007-11-12T11:44:00.000-08:00

Contemporary Gospel pioneer Kirk Franklin returns with his trademark brand of music. Check out the anthemic lead single "Declaration (This is It!)" below. Forthcoming album "Fight of My Life" in stores 12/18.

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Tynisha Keli "Wish You Loved Me"

2007-11-06T09:50:00.000-08:00

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Thought you all might like to hear this new joint from sexy newcomer Tynisha Keli called "Wish You Loved Me". It's a pretty good joint.

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Alicia Keys "Like You'll Never See Me Again"

2007-10-29T14:16:00.000-07:00

Hey, it's been a minute since I been up in the spot. Check it out, I'd like you to listen to this new single by the vivacious Alicia Keys called "Like You'll Never See Me Again". It's from her new album "As I Am" which hits stores on November 13th. Enjoy!

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New Chris Brown Contest!!

2007-10-19T06:16:00.000-07:00

Here’s the scoop:
Fans are scouring the streets, web, radio, TV, and more to find clues and codes as we count down to EXCLUSIVE on November 6th!

How to play?
It’s simple - register for a digital game board then collect all 9 game pieces by following the clues! Each game piece is unlocked by entering a special code below the game board where two clue paths will be revealed - either one will take you to get the next code!

http://www.roadtoexclusive.com/

Jaheim "Never"

2007-10-15T09:01:00.000-07:00

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Yo, check it. We back on the grind and we just wanted to hit u up with this new joint called "Never" by Jaheim. It's hella good and will be on his new album which is due out on stores on 12/18. Enjoy!

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Mya to sponsor new campaign "Stop Breast Cancer for Life"

2007-10-10T04:27:00.000-07:00

Lifetime Television tapped the Grammy Award-winning singer Mya for its 13th annual “Stop Breast Cancer for Life” campaign. Mya, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, sings the campaign’s first-ever theme song -- “My Bra” -- written specifically for Lifetime’s effort by multi-platinum songwriting sensation Kara DioGuardi (Christina Aguilera, Gwen Stefani, Celine Dion, Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill) and Grammy-winning producer/songwriter James Poyser (Common, The Roots/Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill). The song is featured in various on-air and online elements of the campaign, including its programming centerpiece, the specially-themed Lifetime Original Movie “Matters of Life & Dating,” premiering Monday, October 22 at 9PM (ET/PT). The movie stars Ricki Lake as a single woman living with breast cancer who relies on help from her friends, including co-star Holly Robinson Peete, who returns to the dating scene following her mastectomy.

All proceeds from the sale of “My Bra” will go towards breast cancer research. The song can be downloaded here:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=265420379&s=143441

Anthony Hamilton "Do You Feel Me"

2007-10-03T16:53:00.000-07:00

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Well, as everyone should know already, American Gangster starring Denzel Washington is coming out on November 6th. Cool! The soundtrack to the movie is gonna be dope as well. One of the joints off that jank is by Anthony Hamilton and it's called "Do You Feel Me". It's a groovy track, take a listen!

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The Isley Brothers to drop new Christmas Album

2007-10-03T12:29:00.000-07:00

I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, the first holiday album ever recorded by the Isley Brothers featuring Ronald Isley, will arrive in stores October 9th on Def Soul Classics, a division of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The new album was executive produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for Flyte Tyme Productions, Inc., with all tracks recorded and mixed at Flyte Tyme Studios in Santa Monica.

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductees the Isley Brothers, who now include Ronald Isley and his brother, guitarist and singer Ernie Isley, celebrated their 50th year as a recording group in 2007. Their new album’s 10 songs are a mix of contemporary Christmas standards (“Winter Wonderland,” “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” and Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” with passionate guitar work by Ernie); traditional fare (“Silent Night,” and the medley of “The First Noël/What Child Is This?/Joy To The World”); and two songs co-written for the occasion by Jimmy Jam (James Harris III) & Terry Lewis that are destined to become classics: “I’m In Love” and “What Can I Buy You?” (the latter also featuring Ernie on guitar).

The Isley Brothers are joined by jazz guitarist Doc Powell (known for his work with Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross, and dozens of others) for an unforgettable version of Mel Tormé’s “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire).” The final sequence for I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS is:
* 1. Winter Wonderland
* 2. I’m In Love
* 3. I’ll Be Home For Christmas
* 4. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
* 5. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
* 6. Christmas Medley * Medley (The First Noel, What Child Is This?, Joy To The World)
* 7. What Can I Buy You?
* 8. The Christmas Song featuring Doc Powell
* 9. White Christmas
* 10. Silent Night.

I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS follows up the May 2006 release of Baby Makin’ Music by the Isley Brothers featuring Ronald Isley a.k.a. Mr. Biggs, their first album for Def Jam’s Def Soul Recordings. The album, which hit #1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and #5 on the pop side, went on to win the Soul Train Music Award in March 2007, for Best R&B/Soul Album, Group, Band or Duo.

Miss Patti's Christmas in stores October 9th

2007-10-03T12:25:00.000-07:00

’Tis the season to be – tossing another yule log into the fireplace, and getting cozy with MISS PATTI’S CHRISTMAS. The brand new holiday album by Patti Labelle will arrive in stores October 9th on Def Soul Classics, a division of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The new album was executive produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for Flyte Tyme Productions, Inc., with all tracks recorded and mixed at Flyte Tyme Studios in Santa Monica.

MISS PATTI’S CHRISTMAS is the first new Christmas album by Philadelphia native Patti Labelle in nearly two decades, since 1990’s Gamble & Huff-produced This Christmas, on Universal’s MCA label. The new album’s 10 songs intersperse Christmas classics (“It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?”), contemporary numbers (remakes of the Emotions’ 1978 “What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?,” 1995’s Richard Marx & Luther Vandross staple, “Every Year, Every Christmas”), and traditional material (“Jesus, Oh What A Wonderful Child” featuring the Soul Seekers, “Away In A Manger”).

Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis co-wrote four holiday songs for the project: “Christmas Jam,” “Holidays Mean More To Me,” “It’s Going To Be A Merry Christmas,” and “Nativity.” The final sequence for MISS PATTI’S CHRISTMAS is:
* 1. Christmas Jam
* 2. It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
* 3. What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?
* 4. Holidays Mean More To Me
* 5. It’s Going To Be A Merry Christmas
* 6. Do You Hear What I Hear?
* 7. Nativity
* 8. Jesus, Oh What A Wonderful Child featuring the Soul Seekers
* 9. Every Year, Every Christmas
* 10. Away In A Manger.”

MISS PATTI’S CHRISTMAS is her third album in three years for Def Jam’s Def Soul Recordings. It follows Timeless Journey (released May 2004, featuring the single “New Day”), and the Top 5 R&B Classic Moments (June 2005), an album of cover versions of some of Patti’s favorite pop and soul hits of all time, with her single remake of Aretha Franklin’s “Ain’t No Way.”

Rihanna "Hate That I Love You" feat. Ne-Yo

2007-09-28T07:04:00.000-07:00

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Yo, I'd like u to check this new track by Rihanna called "Hate That I Love You". It features Ne-Yo and is a very, very good song! Have fun!! Oh by the way, the picture (see above) in this is an actual video still from the upcoming video

"Hate That I Love You" (click to listen)

Is October 2nd Trey Day or J. Day?

2007-09-26T04:19:00.000-07:00

Kanye and 50 may have started something with their competitive album release beef. It appears that up and coming R & B singer J. Holiday and the returning Prince of Virginia, Trey Songz have a similar competition going on. On October 2nd both artists will drop albums, the question is who will take home the victory in sales. We all know and love Trey Songz, "Gotta Make It" which was his debut on Songbook/Atlantic. Now he returns with, "Trey Day," the long anticipated follow up, but is it enough to go against J. with his hot single, "Bed" enticing fans to want more from him.

We all "Can't Help But Wait," like Trey sings so gracefully, to see the outcome of this one. Trey has been around longer, but will his seniority help him go up against J. or will he fumble and give the ball to the rookie. We'll see soon enough, but for now what do you think?

Mario "Crying Out For Me"

2007-09-21T12:34:00.000-07:00

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Peep this second single from Mario's upcoming album "Go..." which is set for a release date of October 30th. The song is entitled "Crying Out For Me". Enjoy!

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Ne-Yo "Can We Chill"

2007-09-20T14:26:00.000-07:00

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This is a pretty dope video and I just had to put it on! Check this cool new video by Ne-Yo called Can We Chill. Check it!!

J.Holiday "Suffocate"

2007-09-20T14:20:00.000-07:00

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In anticipation of J. Holiday's debut album, Back of My 'Lac (In stores October 2nd), The Prince of Washington D.C. releases his brand new single "Suffocate". Enjoy!

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BabyFace releases new album "Playlist" today + Cool Album cover!

2007-09-18T15:54:00.000-07:00

What's up peoples! Hey R&B legend, Babyface, is dropping his album "Playlist" today (9/18). It will be his 11th album. As an added bonus, we've added the original album cover for this EP. Dig it!!

Britney Spears "Gimme More"

2007-09-14T14:01:00.000-07:00

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Call her what you want...crazy...delirious...what have u..but when I heard this track called "Gimme More", I thought it was dope and plus it made me want to shake it. See if does the same for you!

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Chaka Khan "Disrespectful" feat. Mary J. Blige + 2 Bonus Tracks

2007-09-14T13:46:00.000-07:00

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Yo, i've always been a big fan of Chaka Khan from way back in the day. Check it. She's dropping a new album called "Funk This" on September 25th. In commemoration of the album, her rep's sent me her newest track called "Disrespectful" featuring Mary J. Blige. It's a really nice groove and I hope that you like. For a bonus treat, I also have 2 more joints and their called "Foolish Fool" and "Angel" along with a special video of her rehearsing/performing "Angel" in the studio. This is a great feature, dig it....

"Disrespectful" (click to listen)

"Foolish Fool" (click to listen)

"Angel" (click to listen)

"Performance of 'Angel' In Studio" (click to listen)

Omarion "Cut Off Time" feat. Kat DeLuna

2007-09-12T16:09:00.000-07:00

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Peep this new joint by Omarion called "Cut Off Time" featuring Kat DeLuna. It's a good video and this single will be featured on O's upcoming release "Feel The Noise" Enjoy! This video is really dope.

Omarion - Cut Off Time (feat. Kat Deluna)

Sept 27th - Angie Stone Listening Party & Jazzy Live Performance

2007-09-12T15:42:00.000-07:00

Angie Stone Listening Party
In conjunction with Nu-Soul Magazine, experience the beauty of Angie Stone's new album The Art of Love & War, in stores October 16. Be one of the first to hear this new instant classic from the reactivated legendary Stax Records. The new album marks a creative rebirth for Angie Stone, channeling the best of the soul tradition with a fresh and modern sound. http://www.myspace.com/angiestonemusic

AND we're very proud to present a live performance from one of R&B's freshest stars, Jazzy.
http://www.myspace.com/jazzjeff

Her album "Oh Jazzy" showcases her unique vocal tone, stellar songwriting and distincitve production. Check out the addictive single "In Love" which has been creating buzz.

Strictly Social Angie Stone Listening Party wsg Jazzy

Thursday September 27
@ Skinny's
4923 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Admission is absolutely free!!!!
21+
9pm-2am
www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Queen Latifah "I'm Gonna Live Till I Die"

2007-09-11T14:17:00.000-07:00

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Check out this new track by Queen Latifah, from her upcoming album "Trav'lin Light". It's called "I'm Gonna Live Till I Die"

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More News on the Album
Queen Latifah’s new album Trav’lin’ Light will be released by famed jazz label Verve Records in conjunction with Flavor Unit Entertainment on September 25. Produced by three-time Grammy® winner Tommy LiPuma and by Geffen Records chairman Ron Fair, the album is the long-awaited follow-up to Latifah’s critically-acclaimed and Grammy® nominated release The Dana Owens Album (2004).

Trav'lin' Light is Latifah's second foray into the realm of jazz, soul, and blues. Once again, she embraces a sultry and saucy mix of fabled female vocalists who've inspired her. Exploring the songbooks of PeggyLee, Etta James, Sarah Vaughn, Nina Simone, Shirley Horn, Carmen McRae, Roberta Flack, Mary Wells, Phoebe Snow, and more, Latifah adds her warm vocals and playful personality to a hand-picked mix of familiar classics and forgotten jewels.

Tracklist/Synopsis
1. POETRY MAN
(Words and Music by Phoebe Snow)
QL's mom's favorite song. QL sought and received her mom's blessing before recording it. Top 5 Pop hit, #1 Adult Contemporary hit in 1975 for Phoebe Snow.
Produced by Ron Fair

2. GEORGIA ROSE
(Harry Rosenthal, Jimmy Flynn, Alex Sullivan) Features harmonica solo by Stevie Wonder.
From an obscure Broadway production from 1921 called "Put and Take." QL discovered this song through a recording of it by Carmen McRae.
Produced by Tommy LiPuma

3. QUIET NIGHTS OF QUIET STARS
(Antonio Carlos Jobim, Gene Lees)
Antonio Carlos Jobim bossa nova classic from late 50s.
Renowned Brazilian acoustic guitarist Oscar Castro-Neves and harmonica player Toots Thielemans play on this track. Produced by Ron Fair

4. DON'T CRY BABY
(Saul Bernie, James P. Johnson, Stella Unger)
1961 hit for Etta James. Performed by Bessie Smith in 1929, Erskine Hawkins in 1943. Many covers: Tony Bennett, Aretha Franklin and many more.
Produced by Ron Fair

5. I LOVE BEING HERE WITH YOU
(Peggy Lee, Bill Schluger)
Co-written and performed by Peggy Lee in 1960.
Produced by Tommy LiPuma

6. I'M GONNA LIVE TILL I DIE
(Mann Curtis, Al Hoffman, Walter Kent)
After hearing Sarah Vaughn's explosive recording, QL now considers this song to be her new anthem.
Produced by Tommy LiPuma

7. TRAV'LIN' LIGHT
(Jimmy Mundy, Trummy Young, Johnny Mercer) 1940's Billie Holiday classic. QL inspired by version she heard version by Shirley Horn.
Produced by Tommy LiPuma

8. I WANT A LITTLE SUGAR IN MY BOWL
Tim Brymn, Brymn, J., Small, D., Clarence Williams Old blues number recorded by Bessie Smith and later popularized by Nina Simone.
Produced by Tommy LiPuma

9. I'M NOT IN LOVE
(Graham Gouldman, Eric Stewart)
1975 10cc pop smash. QL's version inspired by Dee Dee Sharp's 1976 Gamble & Huff production which became a Quiet Storm classic.
Produced by Ron Fair

10. WHAT LOVE HAS JOINED TOGETHER
(William "Smokey" Robinson, Robert Rogers)
An early 60s Mary Wells gem written by Smokey Robinson. Also recorded by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles and the Temptations.
Produced by Ron Fair

11. HOW LONG (BETCHA GOT A CHICK ON THE SIDE)
(Anita Pointer, June Pointer, Patricia Pointer, Ruth Pointer, David Rubinson)
#1 R&B hit in 1975, written and performed by the Pointer Sisters.
Produced by Ron Fair

12. GONE AWAY
(Donny Hathaway, Leroy Hutson, Curtis Mayfield)
Inspired by Roberta Flack's 1970 cover of the Impressions's "Gone Away."
This song was also prominently sampled by T.I. in his 2006 hit "What You Know." Produced by Ron Fair

13. I KNOW WHERE I'VE BEEN
(Scott Wittman, Marc Shaiman)
From the film soundtrack for Hairspray.
Produced by Marc Shaiman

KEY MUSICIANS/ARRANGERS:

John Clayton - arranger on all Tommy tracks.
Jerry Hey - arranger on all Ron tracks, also worked on last album.

Rhythm section on Tommy tracks:

Joe Sample - keyboards on Georgia Rose, Trav'lin' Light, I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl
George Duke - keyboards on I Love Being Here With You, I'm Gonna Live Till I Die
Christian McBride - bass
Jeff Hamilton - drums
Anthony Wilson - guitar

Rhythm section on Ron tracks:

George Duke - keyboards on Poetry Man, I'm Not In Love, Gone Away
Alan Pasqua - keyboards on Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars, What Love Has Joined Together
Greg Mathieson - keyboards and organ on How Long (Betcha Gotta A Chick On The Side)
Abe Laboriel, Jr. - drums on Quiet Nights, Don't Cry Baby, Gone Away, What Love..., How Long..., I'm Not In Love
Paul Jackson, Jr. - guitar
Michael Landau - guitar
Alex Al - I'm Not In Love, Gone Away
Mike Valerio - bass on Poetry Man, Quiet Nights, What Love...

Johnta Austin "The One That Got Away"

2007-09-11T14:03:00.000-07:00

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Songwriter extraordinaire, Johnta Austin's debut album Ocean Drive hits stores this November. In the mean time check out his brand new single, The One That Got Away produced by Stargate. Also check the official track list below.

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The Official Ocean Drive Track List
1. Turn It Up feat. Jadakiss
2. The One That Got Away
3. Video feat. Unk
4. Hood Love feat. Mary J. Blige
5.Take It Back
6. Up In My Room feat. Young Capone
7. If I Was Your Boyfriend
8. Joy
9. A Mess
10. Mutual
11. **BONUS TRACK** Lil’ More Love

Justin Timberlake "LoveStoned/I Think She Knows " Remix

2007-09-11T13:59:00.000-07:00

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Yo, we been on the low for a minute. But this time around, we gonna give it to you on the regular. Check out this new remix to Justin Timberlake's track "Love Stoned/I Think She Knows" joint.

"Love Stoned/I Think She Knows" (click to listen)

The Brand New Heavies "Let's Do It Again" Remixed LP

2007-08-26T15:14:00.000-07:00

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Hey, it's been a while since I been on the set. My committments over at HipHopRuckus been taxing me but yo, today we gonna kick start things back up. My partner over at Delicious Vinyl just sent me the link to the Brand New Heavies's newest EP calld "Let's Do It Again" but this is now ordinary joint, it's the whole album remixed in a funky, dance type vibe and I really dig it. I hope you enjoy and it get's you in that mindstate! When u click the link, look for the play button and sit back and vibe! One luv...

"Let's Do It Again" LP Remixed (click to listen)

Ciara presents Tiffany Evans!

2007-08-16T18:38:00.000-07:00

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Yo, Ciara's doing big things. She had the gracious opportunity to discover the next big star and her name is 14-year old, Tiffany Evans. Her contacts wanted me to let you watch the video to her new single Promise Ring! Check it out and find out more about Tiffany by hitting her up on her official page for upcoming concert dates and appearances.

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R.Kelly's Trapped In The Closet Chapters 13-22 preview clip!

2007-08-16T18:32:00.000-07:00

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That's right! If you haven't already heard, R.Kelly is releasing another 10 chapters of Trapped In The Closet! There is a 2 minute clip available that summarizes the first 12 chapters and gives a sneak peek at the next 10. Check it out below!

Trapped in the Closet Chapters 13-22 in stores August 21st.

Trapped in the Closet Preview
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Trey Songz "Can't Help But Wait"

2007-08-07T14:09:00.000-07:00

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Hey everybody, my new album Trey Day drops October 2nd! I worked with some of the best producers in the business such as Dre and Vidal, Danjahandz, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, and Troy Taylor. Just to give you a sample of what you can expect from this album, check out my new single "Can't Help But Wait"!

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SAVE THE FUNK!!! (VIDEO)

2007-08-04T19:58:00.000-07:00

Classic Video
Word up, time is passin' me by but I can't really help that. I'm a true lifa, I believe, when it comes to the groooooovee and the funk baby. I just wanted to let all you youngsters and non-believers know that there is another way and it's not candy shit you see on tv...It's what you see deep down in your hearts and your feet...it's the funk baby. I really miss it and I think it's a travisty (did i spell that right?)...what the media (MTV, BET, VH1) is feeding you. If u don't know my peoples, your roots are embedded in the funk. I want u to watch this vid of George Clinton and the P-Funk All-Stars performing in 1978 in Houston on that Mothership...baby...it's really the foundation and groundwork of what u hear today...without this...where would u be? Can we save the world??????????? Please don't be afraid to be different brothers and sisters....

Double Play: BabyFace "Fire & Rain", "Not Going Anywhere"

2007-08-02T15:14:00.000-07:00

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Get it while it's hot. Babyface is going to come out with a new album called "Playlist" on September 18th. Here are 2 new tracks from that album that I'd like u to check out. They are called "Fire and Rain" and "Not Going Anywhere". Enjoy and remember where you heard them first.

“Fire & Rain” (click to listen)

“Not Going Anywhere” (click to listen)

Tia Jean "Walk Away"

2007-08-01T14:30:00.000-07:00

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Word up yo, I just wanted to put u on to this newcomer, hottie Tia Jean whose reppin' the UK with this new track called "Walk Away". She has penned tracks in consideration for new LA Reid singing ‘A Girl Called Jane’, new Jive US Records act ‘Asia’ and has one of her co-writes called ‘Flashback’ on Randy Jackson’s (American Idol Judge) forth coming features album, out in the US Autumn ’07.

She has previously featured in The London Paper, Pride Magazine, The Hackney Gazette, Rewind Magazine, New Nation Magazine, Young Voices and The Sunday Star. Yo, hit her up on her official page to check for more on this hottie!

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The Arrival of Trey Songz

2007-08-01T14:21:00.001-07:00

There are entertainers who sing for their people and then there are singers who speak for their generation. Stevie spoke for hearts and souls; Marvin crooned for his country; Fela sent the rhythm of Africa abroad; Curtis gave the ghetto a voice. Artists come a dime a dozen, but a spokesman for the masses who's been bestowed with a voice from the heavens, once every generation. With Songbook/Atlantic Records R&B blessing Trey Songz, the first generation to come of age in the 21 st century has one they can claim as their own.

The anointment of the Petersburg, Virginia inspiration will be solidified with his second collection, the emotional joyride entitled "TREY DAY." Spanning a sonic spectrum, the album bathes in waves of chord colors (reminiscent of Jodeci's "DIARY OF A MAD BAND"), with Trey's pen painting so vividly it could pass for a crayon. Much of this lush production comes courtesy of some of the best producers in the business. To note a few: Dre and Vidal, Danjahandz, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, and Troy Taylor, who signed Trey to his Songbook Entertainment imprint in 2003 and produced the lion's share of his 2005 debut, "I GOTTA MAKE IT."

However, while the score for "TREY DAY" is fittingly grandiose, the source of its strength is its author. Trey Songz's vocals have never been more mint. The innovation and lyricism displayed on his sophomore effort belies his 22 years of age. "I'm just taking my music to another level," he offers with an 'I'm just doing my job' tone. "I'm challenging myself vocally, and as a songwriter and an arranger, I'm trying to become an all-around artist."

The evolution can be witnessed firsthand on the lead single, "Wonder Woman." Over the heart- pumping drum track and brain-twisting futuristic sounds of Timbaland protégé Danjahandz, Trey flexes the scribe within. He opens with a riptide rap verse that could put many an MC to shame, then teams with the album's A&R director, Nokio of Dru Hill fame, to express his need for that special lady. "My Wonder Woman is just a strong woman," says Trey. "The modern day woman is independent, doing her own thing, not depending on a man for anything. So the whole basis is if you're invincible, let me see."

"The boy is a star," praises Nokio of Trey. "Many times he'll go in [the studio], write a record and record himself. He doesn't wait for an engineer or anything. His work ethic is crazy and then there's the feeling he puts behind his singing… it's just rare to work with an artist that can do it all."

One thing that Trey does better than any young R&B artist today is to create songs that resonate with fans regardless of gender, race, age, or residency. His music soars above categorization. You'll be hard-pressed to find many who can't relate to the gorgeous "Last Time." With production by R&B sure-shot Bryan-Michael Cox, Trey documents the challenges of monogamy and the complexities of infidelity in one final episode with his female on the side. The song is beautiful. It's ugly. It's common. It's special. It's human.

While Trey has a gift to express the thoughts and experiences of most, he basks in the opportunity to speak for the fellas. There hasn't been a song since Usher's stratospheric single "Burn" that has given the world a clearer inside view of the male mind than Trey's "Store Run."

From atop Dre and Vidal's instrument cornucopia, Trey tells the tale of a sex-capade that almost took an irresponsible turn until he came to his senses and raced to the store for prophylactics. It's a story for the guys and a message for the world.

The creativity on this album doesn't end until the last track does. "Stereo" is a perfect example. It speaks directly to the tech-age of today. "Imagine Trey's the stereo and the girl's just sitting there listening to it," explains the track's producer, Troy Taylor. "Trey starts singing to her and the speaker moves as if it's his mouth." Trey seduces: Turn me up don't turn me down/Promise that you'll love it/Now put your hands on the radio/Don't be afraid to touch it/Imagine I was there (baby) pullin' on your hair. Even cyber-fantasies get fulfilled.

It's simple. Trey is at his best because for the first time we receive him in his entirety, as he makes a major leap forward from his debut. "I used 'I GOTTA MAKE IT' as a staircase to achieve," he says. In the wake of the release of his first album, Trey found himself reaching into the mainstream at the same time that the underground was feasting on his mixtape releases. And Warner Music Group Executive Vice President Kevin Liles took notice. "On the new project, Kevin came in and he really got who I am as an artist," tells Trey. "Kevin always said 'I don't see "I Gotta Go" in the clubs. I see "I Gotta Go" on stage and then I see this guy in the clubs, poppin' bottles and throwing money. It's not matching.' So he said the image is gonna match the songs this time."

The result is a gift for all. Everyone's a winner. The world will be able to enjoy the complete experience of Trey Songz, the future of R&B. "This album, though he's a little older from the first album, is who he is," states Taylor. "He's soulful. He's street. He's hip-hop. He's sexual. He's diverse."

So Trey's reign begins. The people of today are ready for their representation (over 400,000 of them are his Myspace friends!). They've actually been ready since day one. Just like Trey speaks up for them, they've reciprocated. "Before my first album came out, the fans on my website were calling the release date, "Trey Day." So I decided this time it's gonna be "TREY DAY" for real. The first album was an introduction and this is the arrival."

Rissi Palmer to release "Country Girl" EP

2007-07-31T13:45:00.000-07:00

This summer Starbucks Entertainment will begin distributing new digital EPs from emerging artists exclusively on the iTunes store (www.itunes.com/Starbucks). Among the first that Starbucks Entertainment will be introducing is Rissi Palmer, one of country music's brightest new stars.

Palmer's "Country Girl EP" from 1720 Entertainment was released on July 17 and features her current single and title track, along with three additional tracks only available on the digital EP. A gifted singer and songwriter, Palmer co-wrote all four featured compositions. The digital release comes in advance of her self-titled debut full-length album scheduled for release on 1720 Entertainment in the fall.

Since "Country Girl" was released to country radio in early June, Rissi Palmer has been winning over country music fans all across the country. The song's accompanying video is currently airing on both CMT and GAC video networks. Palmer recently experienced a dream come true when she made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry where she performed her debut single. For a complete bio or the latest news, visit www.myspace.com/rissipalmer.

Rissi Palmer Digital EP "Country Girl" Track Listing:
"Country Girl"
"Remembering You"
"Roots and Wings"
"I'm Not Of This World"

Kat De Luna "Am I Dreaming"

2007-07-30T16:38:00.000-07:00

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"Am I Dreaming"
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Pretty Ricky "Love Like Honey"

2007-07-27T10:22:00.000-07:00

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Introducing Nyasha!!

2007-07-26T15:44:00.000-07:00

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Word up y'all. At GrooveSoul, we all about extending the olive branch to all that reach out. Yo, check out these two tracks by unsigned R&B sensation Nyasha. Tell us what u think about these tracks and when u get a chance, hit Nyasha up on her official page, we'd really dig that if you could!

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Norwood...A New Voice In Soul Music

2007-07-26T15:25:00.000-07:00

Norwood has just completed his long-awaited CD titled "Just Norwood," in stores and online now. The team of producers and songwriters include, Norwood, Darryl Ross and Adam Blackstone and features the vocals of Jennifer Holliday, and a spine tingling violin performance from Karen Briggs, who is best known for her works with famed composer, Yanni. As his critics write, "Norwood's music is sexy, sultry and intoxicating." Many compare his style and charisma to that of the late Luther Vandross and Marvin Gaye.

Some may recognize him from the E! hit reality series "High Maintenance 90210." But if this is the first time you've heard his name, then let the music speak for itself:.

Watch "Eighth Wonder of the World" (click to view)

You can also listen to more clips from the album on his official site: http://www.justnorwoodmusic.com/

Ledisi "It's Alright"

2007-07-25T16:37:00.000-07:00

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BY THE WAY
Ledisi will be headlining KISS FM's "Summer Soul Nights" concert at South Street Seaport. For more info please see:
http://www.987kissfm.com/411/summersoulnights.aspx

Location: Pier 17, South Street Seaport, Manhattan, NYC

Time: Thursday, July 26th DJ and Opener begin at 6:00p. Ledisi on stage at 7:30p

Emily King hits the road with Floetry!!

2007-07-25T16:16:00.000-07:00

Straight from a successful John Legend tour, Emily King is back on the road, touring with the soulful, Floetry. Check out list of Summer dates below.

JULY
26 Boston, MA - Paradise
27 Washington, D.C. - Love
29 New York, NY - Highline Ballroom
30 Baltimore, MD - Ram's Head
31 Richmond, VA - Toad's Place
1 Norfolk, VA - Norva

AUGUST
3 Atlanta, GA - Earthlink
5 New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
6 Dallas, TX - House of Blues
10 Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues
11 San Diego, CA - House of Blues
12 Anaheim, CA - House of Blues
14 Sacramento, CA - TBD
20 Chicago, IL - House of Blues
21 Chicago, IL - House of Blues
22 Detroit, MI - Elysium Lounge
23 Cleveland, OH - House of Blues

Aside from the upcoming tour, Emily King beat out Joss Stone, Jill Scott and Prince this week with the Most Radio Adds, totaling to a whopping 24, for her hit single, "Walk In My Shoes". Major Markets include LA, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, DC, New Orleans, and more.

Joe "My Love"

2007-07-25T16:11:00.000-07:00

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The Dream "Shawty Is Ten"

2007-07-24T13:30:00.000-07:00

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Mya "Ridin"

2007-07-24T13:25:00.000-07:00

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BabyFace to drop album number 11

2007-07-19T15:49:00.000-07:00

10-time Grammy award-winning megastar Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, an icon figure of live performance, songwriting, and production whose work on his own music and others’ has resulted in more than 100 million career sales, has completed his 11th album, Playlist, which will arrive in stores September 18th as the first album on the newly re-launched Mercury Records label, it was announced today by Antonio “L.A.” Reid, Chairman Island Def Jam Music Group and David Massey, President, Mercury Records.

Playlist will be Babyface’s first album devoted (mostly) to cover versions of some of his favorite songs, among them James Taylor’s “Fire & Rain,” Bob Dylan’s “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” Dan Fogelberg’s “Longer,” Jim Croce's "Time In A Bottle," Eric Clapton's "Wonderful Tonight," and many others. The album will also include original material.

Over the course of the ’90s, Babyface not only distinguished himself as the decade’s single greatest hitmaker, but as one of the greatest hitmakers in the history of popular music. His imprint (to date) extends to over 125 top 10 pop and R&B hits which include 47 #1 R&B hits, 51 top 10 pop hits, and 16 #1 pop hits. For one span of time on Billboard’s pop and R&B charts, Babyface was listed as the writer, producer and/or performer on twelve separate songs in the Top 20.

His countless Grammy awards (which include Producer Of the Year in 1995, ’96 and ’97 – the only person in history to win three consecutive years), NAACP Image Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and American Music Awards are just one indication of Babyface’s penetration into pop culture. In addition to co-founding LaFace Records with Antonio “L.A.” Reid in 1989 (home of Toni Braxton, OutKast, TLC, Pink and Usher), Babyface’s name is linked to the world’s biggest-selling and most universally popular recording artists – including Mary J. Blige, Boyz II Men, Brandy, Toni Braxton, Tevin Campbell, Mariah Carey, Eric Clapton, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Dru Hill, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Lionel Richie, TLC, and Vanessa Williams – to name a few.

Babyface is also responsible for such phenomena as the 7 million-selling Waiting To Exhale movie soundtrack album, and the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games anthem “Power Of the Dream” (which he co-wrote, and which was sung by Celine Dion). As a movie producer, Babyface’s company debuted in 1997 with Soul Food (which grossed over $43 million, and spun off a double-platinum soundtrack album), followed by Hav Plenty in 1998, Light It Up in 1999 and Josie & The Pussycats (2001).

Babyface’s albums and singles include: Lovers By Babyface (1987); Tender Lover (1989, double-platinum), a #1 R&B album in Billboard for 11 weeks, including the #1 R&B singles “It’s No Crime” and “Tender Love,” “Whip Appeal” (#2), and “My Kinda Girl” (#3); For the Cool In You (1993, triple-platinum), on the R&B album chart for 87 weeks, with the top 10 R&B singles “For the Cool In You,” “Never Keeping Secrets,” “And Our Feelings,” and “When Can I See You”; The Day (1996, double-platinum), with the top 5 R&B/pop crossover hits “This Is For the Lover In You” (platinum) and “Every Time I Close My Eyes” (gold); MTV Unplugged NYC 1997 (gold); Christmas With Babyface (1998); Face2Face (2001); and Grown & Sexy (2005).

Recipient of the NAACP Lifetime achievement Award, the Essence Award For Excellence, GQ magazine’s Man Of the Year honor, and named One Of the Most Influential People In America by TIME magazine, Babyface’s caring and generosity are well-known. He is national spokesman for the Boarder Baby Project in Washington, DC, which provides transitional housing for babies abandoned at birth, awaiting adoption.

In July 1999, Babyface became the largest single personal donor to VH1’s “Save the Music” campaign when he donated $60,000 to the campaign in his home state of Indiana, to help improve the quality of music education in public schools by restoring and supporting music programs and raising public awareness. That same month in Indianapolis, the Governor of Indiana renamed a 23-mile stretch of Interstate 65 “Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds Highway,” the first time that a living African-American has been bestowed an honor of such magnitude.

Mario sings at the White House

2007-07-19T14:38:00.001-07:00

This past Sunday, Mario performed the National Anthem at The White House to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson joining Major League Baseball. With approximately 200-300 people in attendance, including President Bush, Frank Robinson, Tommy Lasorda, Jackie Robinson's former teammates from both the Negro and Major Leagues, Tee Ball teams from Los Angeles and Brooklyn and several other invited guests, Mario impressed the audience with his voice and charisma. Throughout the day, fans of all ages were requesting "Mr. Mario's" autograph, and he signed just as many, if not more, than President Bush! Photos and video were taken by the White House press pool and were serviced to local and national outlets.

Prince "Planet Earth" and "The One You Wanna C"

2007-07-19T13:17:00.000-07:00

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Hey, this new album by Prince called Planet Earth is going to be the bomb. Here are two more tracks which my peoples sent to me. They're called "Planet Earth" and "The One You Wanna C". Remember, his new album will be in stores on July 24th. Don't forget!!

"Planet Earth" (click to listen)

"The One You Wanna C" (click to listen)

Kevin Michael "One Love" feat. Wyclef

2007-07-16T15:25:00.000-07:00

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Get to this know this cat, who goes by the name Kevin Michael. He's dropping a new album pretty soon. Well, on this album, there's a track by him called "One Love" featuring Wyclef. I'd like you to peep it and tell me what you think?

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Prince "Future Baby Mama"

2007-07-13T14:50:00.000-07:00

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Hey Prince is back y'all. To kick off his new album Planet Earth which is in stores on July 24th by the way, his rep's sent me this single called "Future Baby Mama". I'd like u to check it out and tell me what you think?

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Melissa Jimenez "Untouchable"

2007-07-10T18:58:00.000-07:00

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Yo, check out this new track from sexy, NY-native Melissa Jimenez called Untouchable. Tell me what you think? Hey for more info on her, hit her up on myspace. Her new album Signed, Sealed and Delivered will be out in stores on September 18th.

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Marques Houston "Wonderful"

2007-07-10T18:54:00.000-07:00

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Chenelle "I Fell In Love With A DJ" feat. Cham

2007-07-10T10:16:00.000-07:00

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"I Fell In Love With A DJ"
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Johnta Austin's new album hits stores September 4th

2007-07-02T12:06:00.000-07:00

As the singular most successful songwriter at work today – whose tunes have been brought to the top of the charts by Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, and at least 50 more artists over the last decade, including Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Jessica Simpson, Usher, Chris Brown, Toni Braxton, Tyrese, Enrique Iglesias, Aaliyah, Faith Evans, B2K, Ciara, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, and Mario – what do you deliver for an encore, after winning the Best R&B Song Grammy Award for the past two consecutive years?

In the case of 26-year old Atlanta native Johnta (pronounced “John-tay”) Austin, the highly anticipated arrival of his debut album OCEAN DRIVE on mega-producer Jermaine Dupri’s So So Def/Island Urban Music label is the fulfillment of a dream that’s lasted half a lifetime. Set to arrive in stores September 4th! OCEAN DRIVE gets off to a fast start with the new single, “Video.” With a big up to the club scene, the infectious new single features Atlanta-based rapper DJ Unk.

Also guesting on the album is Jadakiss, on the soulful ode “Turn It Up,” which earned big adds at radio back in late 2006 (and a popular video on BET, BET-J and VH1-Soul). Mary J. Blige joins on “Hood Love,” described as the story of two people who “fight more than they get along…but at the end of the day, really love each other…” Ms. Blige’s “Be Without You” of last year brought Johnta one of his two Best R&B Song Grammy Awards.

Johnta’s other Best R&B Song Grammy was courtesy of Mariah Carey’s record-setting 2005 single, “We Belong Together.” In fact, Johnta and Mariah co-wrote all four U.S. chart hits from her phenomenal 12-million selling album The Emancipation of Mimi, including “Don’t Forget About Us,” “Shake It Off,” and “It’s Like That,” as well as the Europe-only “Get Your Number” (featuring Dupri), and Ultra Platinum Edition bonus track “Makin’ It Last All Night (What It Do)” – all six of which were produced by Dupri.

With a groove that is reminiscent of the finely-crafted work of such soul icons as Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross and in more recent times, Al B. Sure, OCEAN DRIVE also boasts production work by Teddy Bishop (“A Mess”) and Jazze Pha (the chill cut “Mutual”). The balance of the tracks are produced by Dupri.

Over the past eight years, as many as 100 combined chart single hits and album tracks, by more than 50 artists, were written by Johnta Austin, one of the most prolific track records in contemporary music publishing. In addition to the aforementioned hits by Mariah, Mary J., and Tyrese, a sampling of Johnta’s biggest and best includes: “A Public Affair” (Jessica Simpson); “Get Gone” (Ideal); “Miss You” and “Come Over” (Aaliyah); “Just Be A Man” (Toni Braxton); “Let’s Stay Home Tonight” (Anthony Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn); “My Baby” (Jagged Edge/Bow Wow); “Like You” (Bow Wow/Ciara); “True Love” (Faith Evans); and “Excuse Me Miss” (Chris Brown).

After working together on The Emancipation of Mimi, it was Jermaine Dupri’s idea to present Johnta as a solo artist. Taking time to ensure that Johnta’s first album would reflect the span of his skills as a soulful vocalist, songwriter and producer, Dupri has supervised the creation of OCEAN DRIVE! from inception to release

J.Holiday "Bed"

2007-06-29T15:43:00.000-07:00

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Ciara "Leave Em Alone" Feat. 50 Cent

2007-06-26T15:17:00.000-07:00

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I think Ciara is making serious head way in her game, but personally I think she's growing too fast. Maybe she needs to slow it down a notch and bring back that happy go lucky persona she used to have...damn A&Rs. Anyways, peep this new track by her called "Leave Em Alone" feat. 50 Cent.

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Hot Video: Kat DeLuna "Whine Up" feat. Elephant Man

2007-06-21T18:15:00.000-07:00

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Rihanna "Shut Up and Drive"

2007-06-20T16:17:00.000-07:00

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Ooooo...Peep this new track by chart topper Rihanna called "Shut Up and Drive". It's a great track! Oh, her new album is in stores soon!!

"Shut Up and Drive" (click to listen)

Razah "Where Do We Go From Here" feat. Rihanna

2007-06-15T15:50:00.000-07:00

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Hey all, just wanted to put you on to this new artist named Razah. He wanted me to let you hear his newest single called "Where Do We Go From Here" featuring Rihanna. Hope you like, cuz it's a great track!

"Where Do We Go From Here" (click to listen)

Jagged Edge "Put a little umph into it" feat. Ashanti

2007-06-14T14:46:00.000-07:00

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Emily King Brings Soul to "Flavor of Love Girls: Charm School"

2007-06-11T16:56:00.000-07:00

Tune in and watch VH1's "Flavor of Love Girls: Charm School" Sunday, June 17th at 10PM. "Walk In My Shoes" by Emily King (J Records) will be featured on the show!!!

Joe Covers Carrie Underwood's 'Before He Cheats'

2007-06-07T14:03:00.000-07:00

Check out Joe's cover of Carrie Underwood's "Before He Cheats" where he gives a male perspective on the concept, on Yahoo Cover Art. Click here to watch it.

R.Kelly w/ Usher photos: "Same Girl" video set!

2007-06-05T15:35:00.000-07:00

Word up Y'all, this next selection is for all you ladies. Peep this photos stills from R.Kelly's new video "Same Girl" featuring Usher. We think you'll like! His new album Double Up is in stores now!!

Chrisette Michele "Your Joy"

2007-06-05T14:04:00.000-07:00

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Word up everybody, just wanted to share this great track with you by Chrisette Michele called "Your Joy". It's a good song and will be on her new album I AM which is set to drop on June 19th. You might remember Chrisette from her singing hooks on "Lost Ones" featuring Jay-Z and "Can't Forget About You" featuring Nas. Good stuff.

"Your Joy" (click to listen)

In other news, Chrisette is joining Musiq Soulchild on his tour this summer. See the dates below:

Date City Venue
July 6 Baltimore, MD Afram

11 Chicago, IL House of Blues

12 Toronto, Ont. Phoenix Theatre

13 Detroit, MI Chene Park

15 Nashville, TN Ryman Theatre

19 Newark, NJ NJ PAC

20 Philadelphia, PA Penn's Landing

21 Atlantic City, NJ Tropicana

24-25 New Orleans, LA House Of Blues

27 Omaha, NE Holland PAC

29 Kansas City, MO Beaumont

Aug 3 San Diego, CA Humphrey’s

4 Los Angeles, CA The Wilshire

6 San Francisco, CA Fillmore

Rihanna: "Good Girl Gone Bad" Album Cover

2007-06-05T13:45:00.000-07:00

Rihanna's highly anticipated Good Girl Gone Bad is in stores today! The album features Jay-Z on her hit single "Umbrella" and Ne-Yo on another hit "Hate That I Love You."

Good Girl Gone Bad TRACKLIST:
1. Umbrella feat. JAY-Z
2. Push Up On Me
3. Don’t Stop The Music
4. Breakin’ Dishes
5. Shut Up and Drive
6. Hate That I Love You feat. Ne-Yo
7. Say It
8. Sell Me Candy
9. Lemme Get That
10.Rehab
11.Question Existing
12. Good Girl Gone Bad

Kelly Rowland: Official Album Tracklist

2007-06-04T13:31:00.000-07:00

Kelly Rowland fans can now pre-order her highly anticipated album "Ms. Kelly" due in stores July 3. The album features production from Polow Da Don, Sean Garrett, Tank, Scott Storch, Rockwilder, SoulShock and Karlin, and Billy Man! Guest features include Snoop Dogg and Eve.

Ms. Kelly Album Tracklist
1. Like This featuring Eve
2. Comeback
3. Ghetto featuring Snoop Dogg
4. Work
5. Flashback
6. Every Thought Is You
7. The Show
8. Interlude
9. Still In Love With My Ex
10. Love
11. Better Without You
12. This Is Love

Shontelle "Roll"

2007-05-31T13:52:00.000-07:00

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Mario "How Do I Breathe"

2007-05-31T13:46:00.000-07:00

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Marc Ronson posts New Album Release Date

2007-05-16T17:44:00.000-07:00

1) There's a new U.S. release date for the super producer Mark Ronson album. The Version release date is being pushed to July 10th.

2) If you're a Ronson fan and would like to see your people-power directly at work in the form of an animated escalating percent scale, vote for Mark Ronson on AOL Breakers. It will literally take 2 clicks. So easy!

Be a part of the Ronson voter family here - http://music.aol.com/franchise/breakers/?cat=3

Joss Stone takes over Last Call with Carson Daly tonight

2007-05-16T17:38:00.000-07:00

Watch Joss Stone tonight (5/16/07) at 1:35 as she takes over Last Call with Carson Daly as the only guest on the show, including a performance of the new single "Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now."

Oh yeah, watch her live performance on MTV's "unplugged" if you can't wait.

Plus her, new video with Common called
"Tell What We're Gonna Do Now"

R.Kelly "Same Girl" feat. Usher

2007-05-16T14:11:00.000-07:00

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Yo, if you haven't heard it already, peep this new track by R.Kelly called "Same Girl" featuring Usher. This is a new track from his upcoming album called Double Up due in stores on May 29th. Go cop it!

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Natasha "Hey Hey Hey"

2007-05-15T14:52:00.000-07:00

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Just wanted to introduce you to Natasha's track "Hey Hey Hey" because it's starting to heat up at radio and is about to be a New Joint on BET. It's a great track and a great video. Not too bad for a girl who was working at a SubWay sandwich shop in Atlantic City, NJ just last year!
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Chris Brown "Wall To Wall"

2007-05-15T14:47:00.000-07:00

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Kelly Rowland's Album Release Date Information

2007-05-15T14:41:00.000-07:00

Kelly Rowland's highly anticipated solo album is now due for release July 3!The album features production from Polow Da Don, Sean Garrett, Tank, Scott Storch, Rockwilder, SoulShock and Karlin, and Billy Man!

Introducing Rasheeda

2007-04-23T14:28:00.001-07:00

Rasheeda, the famous female MC hailing from Atlanta, Georgia has been cranking out hits since the early 90s. As a teenager while her friends were transitioning from Barbie dolls to make-up, Rasheeda was busy writing rhymes and perfecting her craft as an MC. Rasheeda has always ruled as the Queen of Crunk but she has also established herself as one of the sexiest women in hip hop. Her latest album Dat Type of Gurl includes her new single, “My Bubblegum” and it is quickly climbing up the charts.

A native of Decatur, Illinois, Rasheeda started out as a member of the teenage hip hop trio Da Kaperz. When she decided to launch her solo career she was snatched up by Motown Records and she released her solo, debut album Dirty South in 2001. The album contained the dirty south anthem, “Do It (Do Da Damn Thang)” with Pastor Troy. Her follow up was 2002’s A Ghetto Dream released on the Atlanta based D-Lo Entertainment label. That album featured collaborations with the superstars of crunk, Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz and secured Rasheeda’s place as one of most talented rap artist in the game. Georgia Peach, was her third successful album containing the critically acclaimed singles, “Vibrate” featuring Petey Pablo and “Rocked Away” with Lil Scrappy.

Her latest endeavor Dat Type of Gurl has guest appearances from multiplatinum crooner, Akon and southern favorites, Baby, Jazze Pha and Fabo of D4L. Rasheeda has grown as an artist, person and young woman and she can’t wait to let the world know everything that she has been going through with her latest hip hop masterpiece.

Rasheeda has also remained with D-Lo Entertainment and Dat Type of Gurl will be released through that entertainment entity. Imperial Music will provide marketing, publicity, on-line and radio promotions for the project. Rasheeda says, “I’m extremely excited about D-Lo Entertainment and Imperial teaming up on my project. I finally feel like, together, we will be able to fill the void with what’s been missing.” Her new album is the next chapter in Rasheeda’s exciting career as a rap artist. “I feel really good about my new project and confident with who I am and what I have accomplished over the last couple of years.”

Kirk Frost, of D-Lo Entertainment explains why Dat Type of Gurl is destined to be a groundbreaking hip-hop album, “I’m looking forward to teaming up with Imperial on this project. D-Lo has been working hard on breaking Rasheeda over the last couple of years and now with Imperial on board we will be able to take Rasheeda and D-Lo to another level.”

Jacob York of D-Lo Entertainment/York Records, continues, “Having cultivated and or launched the careers of such female rappers as Lil Kim, Gansta Boo and Charlie Baltimore and now working with Rasheeda I believe she is the next big thing!”

Neil Levine, General Manager and Senior Vice President of Imperial adds, “Rasheeda has a star quality with great, catchy records. We’re looking forward to putting out a record with one of the best female rappers out right now. ‘Bubblegum’ could be the female summertime anthem.”

Rasheeda is ready to represent as the strong, missing, female voice that hip hop seems to be lacking right now. With the catchy, chorus of “My Bubblegum” receiving tons of radio airplay throughout the south and a video being shot this month, Rasheeda the Georgia Peach will prove she is just Dat Type of Gurl!

Laura Izibor "From My Heart To Yours"

2007-04-19T22:19:00.000-07:00

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Bio
19-year-old Laura Izibor is already making waves that extend far beyond her native city Dublin, Ireland. Only two years after taking up the piano at age 13, she entered Ireland's prestigious 2FM Song Contest, where she stunned observers by walking away with the main prize. She's the winner of the 2006 Irish Meteor Awards (Ireland's Grammy Awards) "New Hope" category, making her the first unreleased artist to ever win or be nominated.

The songstress has drawn ecstatic comparisons from Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin and Alicia Keys to Sade. The acclaim has led to her being invited to share the stage with a variety of artists including Angie Stone, Jamie Cullum, The Roots and the late, great James Brown.

Now known as "The Soul of Ireland," Izibor is readying the release of her first Atlantic Records USA album, Let The Truth Be Told, which she also co-produced. Recorded in Dublin, New York, Atlanta and Philadelphia, the eagerly anticipated album is set for a 2007 release.

Izibor will perform her first industry showcase post-signing in N. America at MUSEXPO on Monday 30, April at 9:10PM at The Viper Room in West Hollywood.

Joe "Ain't Nothing Like Me" Album TrackList

2007-04-19T18:24:00.000-07:00

For all you Joe fans out there, peep this tracklist of his newest album Ain't Nothing Like Me which is due out in stores on April 24th.

"Ain't Nothing Like Me" Tracklist:
1. Get To Know Me featuring Nas
2. If I Was Your Man
3. I Want Her
4. Where You At featuring Papoose
5. My Love
6. Go Hard
7. Ain’t Nothin’ Like Me featuring Tony Yayo & Young Buck of G-Unit
8. It’s Me
9. Let’s Just Do It featuring Fabolous
10. Feel For You
11. Just Relax featuring Dre
12. Love Is Just A Game
13. You Should Know Me
14. Life Of The Party

Sterling Simms "Nasty Girl"

2007-04-19T18:15:00.000-07:00

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Tiffany Affair "Over It" track and Bio

2007-03-24T05:51:00.000-07:00

Youth is only given to you once in your life and Tiffany Affair is enjoying every day of it. The birth of Tiffany Affair is a common bond of music with a special friendship that has kept these girls unified since their junior days.

Tiffany Affair delivers a fresh young urban pop sound that is hip enough to appeal to both urban and Top 40 audiences. The single, "Over It," (click to listen) features the group's soulful R&B vocals, driving rhythmic production, and edgy hip-hop flavor.

The girls of Tiffany Affair - Bianca, Ayanna, and Gabrielle - are each accomplished singers and dancers who began performing in commercials and musical theater at a young age. The girls met at school and through mutual friends, and with their early achievements, they instantly formed a connection which is exemplified by the music they create together.

Ayanna describes the groups sound as "a mix of the sophistication and vocal skills of Destiny's Child and the fun and outgoingness of TLC." Influenced by Gwen Stefani, Boyz II Men, Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys, and Christina Aguilera, they were paired hit-making producers including JerZ & Clay (Notorious B.I.G., Diddy), and KayGee (Jaheim) and the result is Flavors, a fresh and fun assortment of R&B vocals, driving rhythmic productions, hip-hop soulful beats, and poppy choruses.

Performing is their passion and they welcome the hard work it will take, despite all obstacles - these girls are destined to make noise in the pop arena.

NE-YO unveils new album title

2007-03-24T05:45:00.000-07:00

The wait is finally over – as Def Jam recording artist Ne-Yo takes the wraps off and announces that his hotly awaited second album, due May 1st, will be titled BECAUSE OF YOU, named after the album’s first single pick.

“It makes the most sense,” Ne-Yo says of his album title choice. “It’s because of the people that inspire me to make music. Because of the love of the music. Because of the fans. Because of you, that I do what I do.”

#1 most-added on the Rhythm format after its impact date last month, and the highest Rhythm chart debut of his career, “Because Of You” jumps to #23-bullet on this week’s Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart, and makes bulleted moves up the R&R (Radio & Records) BDS Rhythmic, Urban, and Top 40 charts as well. The track is #9 on the AOL Top 40 Songs.?Ne-Yo’s “AOL Sessions Live” performance launches April 24th, his YAHOO “Pepsi Smash” performance launches on Friday, March 23rd and Ne-Yo is scheduled to perform in Atlanta at The Tabernacle for the Cingular Sounds program.

The “Because Of You” video was added at MTV, where Ne-Yo hosted “TRL Live” on March 12-13th; and was also added at BET, where Ne-Yo appeared on “106 & Park” on March 15th, and will be performing and judging at BET’s “Spring Bling” on March 25th.

The multi-talented Grammy-nominated #1 RIAA platinum-selling artist Ne-Yo, named Male R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Year at the Billboard Music Awards, was one of THE top success stories of 2006. His debut album In My Own Words, nominated for a Grammy as Best Contemporary R&B Album, hit #1 on the Billboard 200 and R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, and spun off three solid hits. It started late-2005 with Ne-Yo’s debut Def Jam single, “So Sick” (produced by Stargate). The track rose to #1 on the Hot 100, Pop 100, and Digital Songs charts, and #3 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs list, and was nominated for a Grammy as Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.

“So Sick,” like every track on In My Own Words, was co-written by Ne-Yo (aka Shaffer C. Smith). His songwriting chops came to Def Jam’s attention after he penned tunes for a string of multi-platinum artists including Mary J. Blige, B2K, Faith Evans, Musiq, and especially Mario – whose “Let Me Love You” (which Ne-Yo co-wrote with Scott Storch) was 2004’s #1 most-played song of the year at radio.?

Most recently, Ne-Yo is credited as co-writer of Beyonc'’s current Grammy-contending single, “Irreplaceable.” As noted in the January 20th issue of Billboard, “Irreplaceable” had just made its best audience week, which was the #2 highest total audience impressions in Nielsen- BDS history (i.e. since 1992). The song with the #3 all-time highest audience total was also co-written by Ne-Yo – namely Mario’s “Let Me Love You.”

For Ne-Yo, 2006 wrapped up with the annual “Ruff & Ready, Yung & Sexy: Scream Tour 5.” The 8-city U.S. tour – presented by BET and starring Ne-Yo, Omarion, Yung Joc, Pretty Ricky, Mario, Jibbs, Sammie, and One Chance – opened December 21st at the Coliseum in Hampton, VA, and ended at Verizon Center in Washington, DC on New Year’s Eve Sunday. He recently was honored as “Best New Artist” at this year’s Soul Train Awards, scored 2 Grammy nominations and starred in the number 1 film, “Stomp The Yard.”

Ne-Yo recently founded The Compound Foundation which is committed to service at risk and disadvantaged youth.? In addition to building two new group homes in the Atlanta area, The Compound Foundation will sponsor performances, motivational speakers and mentorship opportunities with leaders and business people within the community.

Bobby V and Ludacris speak about new album

2007-03-15T11:00:00.000-07:00

"Because of the success of my debut album, and the love for my fans, I wanted to take my time with this new album Special Occasion. So in the meantime, I put out a couple of songs that I knew weren't going on the album on my myspace & mixtapes to give to my fans," Bobby stated. "This was just a little something for them to ride to until the album is released." "Special Occasion" consists of brand new songs produced by Tim & Bob, Timbaland, Dre & Vidal, Brian Cox and Rodney Jerkins. Fabolous is also on the album. So to all my fans make sure you check it out May 8."

Bobby's fans can expect brand new music on this Special Occasion, that reflect on Bobby's growth as an artist according to Ludacris, "His new material shows even more growth and maturity and the songs that where leaked to the internet were a tease compared to what he has on the album." Ludacris goes on to name his 3 favorite songs from the album: "Let 'Em Go," "Anonymous," and "Home Is Where U Belong."

Men At Large Are Back!!!

2007-03-14T08:36:00.000-07:00

Couzan Records recording artists Men At Large are back with a new CD titled Back on Top, which is set to release June 2007. The first single 'A YO' is an up-tempo club groove that's creating a Buzz on the airwaves across the nation. The protégé's of the late Gerald Levert realized after their mentor passed on it was now or never, "The passing of Gerald was hard on us, he was the one who put us on the map and we'll forever be grateful for that. We didn't want to waste any more time and felt the moment for our return is now," Says Dave Tolliver. Men At Large is Cleveland native Dave Tolliver and Chicago's own Edgar "Gemini" Porter who were best known in the 1990's for their Billboard hits "So Alone," "Mmm, Mmmm Good" and "Use Me." Men At Large is set to perform at the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport on Monday, March 19th, show starts at 12:30PM.

Gerald Levert discovered Men At Large in the early 1990's after seeing them perform at a music industry event. Not too long after meeting, he signed them to a recording deal through Atlantic Records. Currently signed to Couzan Records, a highly funded independent label that's distributed through Fanta/Universal, Men At Large is ready to introduce their long awaited fans to their new sound with their first single "A Yo" off their upcoming June release Back On Top. "A Yo" is an up-tempo cut with more of a club groove. "This sound is a little different for us," say's Gemini, "We wanted to come back with something people could dance to and 'A Yo' was perfect."

Men AT Large took a break from the music scene to hone their acting skills they starred in a few local plays such as "The Other Woman," Bound by Blood" and "For Better or For Worse." Aside from the release of their CD Back on Top, they were scheduled to open for Jamie Foxx and Fantasia in New Orleans on March 7th and also performed at halftime for the S.W.A.C. Basketball Championship Game in Birmingham, Alabama on March 9th & March 10th. Currently, they are set to perform at the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport on Monday, March 19th, show starts at 12:30PM.

For More Information contact Evette Fergerson at The Courtney Barnes Group @ (323) 466-9300 or email: evette@cbgpr.com

Musiq SoulChild "Luvan Music" Album Listening Party (Audio)

2007-03-13T08:53:00.000-07:00

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Be the first to hear the new album "Luvan Music" by Musiq Soulchild in it's entirety before you buy it! This special is a one of a kind and is sponsored by AOL Music.

"Luvan Music" Album Listening Party
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R.Kelly Hotline!!

2007-03-13T08:01:00.000-07:00

Check it out, you can call 312-278-3965 and hear a message from R.Kelly where he plays new tracks from his album. Fans can also leave their own messages for Kells.

Shakira shares her "Dirty Little Secrets"

2007-03-08T13:32:00.000-08:00

Get Up-Close and Personal With the Latin Superstar as She Reveals the First of Three Surprising Secrets Only at: Shakira.MTV.com

What: Yesterday, MTV had launched the first Oral Fixation Tof three exclusive “webisodes”, featuring superstar Shakira from her 2006 “our.” The footage, available only on MTV.com, is a follow up to the “Dirty Little Secrets” contest, where one lucky fan accompanied Shakira across Europe, Latin America, and North America. The first segment includes footage from Barcelona, Spain, including one of Shakira’s many “Dirty Little Secret” reveals, an in-depth look at contest winner Rachel Newhouse, a behind-the-scenes look at the tour production, and a live performance of her smash hit “Hips Don’t Lie” featuring Wyclef Jean.

About the Contest: Together, MTV and Latin superstar Shakira, launched the “Dirty Little Secrets” contest, giving one lucky fan the opportunity to go on her 2006 world tour as an official “fan correspondent.” MTV viewers submitted essays outlining why they were Shakira’s biggest fan and why they should be afforded such an opportunity. After narrowing down the search to just 10 finalists, and being interviewed by a judging panel of industry insiders, a winner was chosen – Rachel Newhouse from Chicago, IL.

Who: Latin American superstar Shakira is the biggest crossover Latin female artist in the world. Her 2001 English release, Laundry Service went 13x platinum and her array of hits in both English and Spanish have garnered her 3 Latin Grammy’s. The rock influenced sultry songstress followed up her Spanish language summer release, Fijacion Oral vol. 1 with Oral Fixation vol. 2 recorded in English, featuring the hit single “Hips Don’t Lie.”

Rachel Newhouse, a 21-year old college graduate from North Park University, not only won a trip around the world with her favorite performer Shakira, but was also the lucky recipient of $25,000. Newhouse used her winnings to start a foundation called “Twelve Baskets for Armenia,” which helped construct a rehabilitation center for 233 disabled orphans. The project was for the Children’s Home of Kharberd, where she lived for 2-months as a volunteer in 2005.

When: The first “webisode” can be viewed starting today only on MTV.com!

Where: Shakira.MTV.com

Contact: Christy Wise at Christyw@Fanscape.com for more information.

Marques Houston - Circle

2007-03-08T13:07:00.000-08:00

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"Veteran" album tracklisting is as follows:
1. Veteran (Intro)
2. Like This Featuring Yung Joc
3. Always & Forever
4. Favorite Girl
5. Circle
6. Wonderful
7. Exclusively
8. How You Just Gonna
9. Hold N' Back Featuring Mya and Shawnna
10. Kimberly
11. So Right for Me
12. Miss Being Your Man

More On Marques....
Inevitably, there comes a time in every boy's life when he realizes he's a man. For Marques Houston, that time is now. With his new album Veteran, he reveals his maturity to the world. Gone are the days of pop-laced tracks and catering to the teen crowd. He's moved on to the next phase of not only his music, but life. Forget everything you think you know about the LA native, Marques Houston'child music artist (at the tender age of 11, he led the kid group Immature), adolescent actor (as goofy "Roger" on the '90s sitcom Sister, Sister) and novice solo performer (in 2003, he broke out on his own from IMX, the revamped older version of Immature, to embark on a solo career with his debut disc MH). It's time to get to know Marques Houston, the man.

Lily Allen Announces Tour Dates & TV Appearances

2007-03-08T04:38:00.000-08:00

Lily Allen just wrapped up MTV’s first-ever “Discover and Download” tour, but the spirited U.K. artist is already plotting her return to the States. She’ll kick off a headlining tour in Houston, TX on March 16th after a pair of appearances at SXSW. Allen, who will be the guest on the acclaimed public radio showcase World Cafe®, on March 16th, is confirmed to perform at KCRW’s “A Sounds Eclectic Evening” in Los Angeles on April 14th, at Coachella in Indio, CA on April 29th and at the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, TN on June 15th.

Allen will follow her recent tour de force performance on “Saturday Night Live” with appearances on the “Today Show” (April 13th) and “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” (April 16th).

Alright, Still, Allen’s debut album, bowed at #20 on The Billboard 200 last month and reached #2 on the iTunes chart. Known as the “queen of myspace” due to the astounding attention she received after posting early demos on the site, Allen has been singled out as an artist to watch across the boards – from The New York Times, The New Yorker, pitchforkmedia.com, Rolling Stone, Vibe, Spin, Blender, URB and The Wall Street Journal to Fuse, KCRW, Clear Channel Radio, Yahoo! Music, AOL, MSN and Nokia, to name but a few. In addition to “Saturday Night Live,” she’s also performed on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”

Allen was MTV’s “Discover and Download” artist for January, receiving MTV’s full multi-screen treatment with high profile placement on all of the network’s platforms including MTV, MTV2, mtvU, MTV Mobile and MTV.com. The video for first single “Smile” has been added at VH1. Allen reinterprets “Smile” in Simlish, the native language of The Sims, on the soundtrack for Electronic Arts’ The Sims™ 2 Seasons.

LILY ALLEN SPRING TOUR DATES

3/14 Austin, TX-----Stubb’s BBQ
3/15 Austin, TX-----Waterloo Record Store
3/16 Houston, TX-----Engine Room
3/17 New Orleans, LA-----House of Blues
3/19 Atlanta, GA-----The Loft
3/20 Ft. Lauderdale, FL-----Culture Room
3/23 Mexico City, Mexico-----Salon 21
3/26 Seattle, WA-----Showbox
3/27 Vancouver, BC-----House of Blues (Commodore Ballroom)
3/28 Portland, OR-----Aladdin Theatre
3/30 San Diego, CA-----House of Blues
4/1 Sacramento, CA-----The Crest Theatre
4/2 San Francisco, CA-----The Fillmore
4/5 Toronto, ON-----Phoenix Concert Theatre
4/6 Montreal, QC-----Club Soda
4/7 Boston, MA-----The Roxy
4/8 Washington, DC-----9:30 Club
4/10 Philadelphia, PA-----Electric Factory
4/11 New York, NY-----Irving Plaza
4/14 Los Angeles, CA-----Gibson Amphitheatre (KCRW’s “A Sounds Eclectic Evening”)
4/29 Indio, CA-----Coachella Festival
6/15 Manchester, TN-----Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival

New Joss Stone AOL Session Featuring Common

2007-03-07T08:42:00.000-08:00

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Ciara - Like a Boy

2007-03-07T08:06:00.000-08:00

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Catch Pretty Ricky In Concert!!

2007-03-02T09:46:00.000-08:00

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For a limited time only be the first to go see Pretty Ricky on Tour as they try to promote their newest album Late Night Special. Check below for available dates and cities. Holla!

Available Dates:
3/23 House Of Blues, Orlando, FL
3/26 House Of Blues, Atlanta, GA
3/27 House Of Blues, North Myrtle Beach, SC
4/7 House Of Blues, New York, NY
4/8 House Of Blues, Philadelphia, PA
4/9 House Of Blues, Cleveland, OH
4/26 House Of Blues, Anaheim, CA
4/28 House Of Blues, West Hollywood, CA

Lloyd - Get It Shawty

2007-03-02T08:32:00.000-08:00

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Tyrese To Embark on Huge Tour

2007-03-02T08:01:00.000-08:00

Still riding high from the debut of his groundbreaking double CD Alter Ego, J Records' Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling R&B artist, Tyrese, is set to embark on the "VH1 Soul Presents The Alter Ego Tour," beginning March 3 at New York City s B.B. King's.

A charismatic performer whose mere presence commands the stage, Tyrese will perform a repertoire of chart-topping hits including past favorites "Sweet Lady" and "How You Gonna Act Like That," to his current hit singles "One," and "Turn Ya Out" from Alter Ego.

Tyrese continues to be a staple in the R&B music scene as the video for his current ballad "One," has maintained a Top 10 position on BET's 106 & Park countdown for the past 3 weeks. "One," along with "Turn Ya Out" (featuring Lil' Jon) and "Get It In," catapulted Alter Ego's debut to #4 on the R&B Album charts and #3 on the Rap Album chart, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Alter Ego sold 115,957 copies during its first week of release marking the highest selling debut week of Tyrese's illustrious recording career!

Tyrese's music career ascent began as a Watts, California 16-year-old native with a million dollar smile on the back of a bus in the worldwide Coca-Cola commercial. Tyrese's platinum-selling self-titled debut album in 1998 on RCA Records, garnered him an American Music Award for Favorite New Artist. His 2001 sophomore album, 2000 Watts, went gold and his 2002 third R&B album, I Wanna Go There, reached platinum status.

VH1Soul Presents The Alter Ego Tour dates and cities are as follows:

DATE CITY/STATE VENUE
3/3 New York, NY BB King's
3/5 Philadelphia, PA Theater of Living Arts
3/8 Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues
3/11 Winston Salem, NC Ziggy's
3/12 Raleigh, NC Lincoln Theater
3/15 Los Angeles, CA Wilshire Ebell Theater
3/16 Los Angeles, CA Wilshire Ebell Theater
3/17 Atlanta, GA Georgia Freight Depot
3/21 St. Louis, MO Society
3/23 Memphis, MI Plush Nightclub
3/24 Oklahoma City, OK Déjà vu
3/25 Shereveport, LA Shreveport Conv. Ctr.
3/27 Toledo, OH Club Bijou
3/28 Jackson, MI Rocket Nightclub
3/29 Mt. Pleasant, MI Soaring Eagle Casino
4/1 Minneapolis, MN Trocadero

PlayBoy IQ Challenge

2007-03-01T08:32:00.000-08:00

Mariah Carey's not the only musician who's embraced the Playboy empire. See what other stars have gotten in front of, and behind, the camera. Take the challenge!

AOL Music Quiz: Pop Stars and Playboy Magazine

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New Pretty Ricky Interview

2007-02-27T13:40:00.000-08:00

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For all you Pretty Ricky fans out there, get the lowdown on these cats in their newest interview by AOL on Instant Messenger. Check it out!

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Bobby Valentino - Anonymous

2007-02-27T12:38:00.000-08:00

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Bobby Valentino's been on the low for a minute now. But hey, check out this new single by him called "Anonymous". It's produced by world famous Timbaland and will be on his upcoming album Justbobby.com due out in stores on 3/3/07.

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Jenna Jameson - 69 Sexiest Songs

2007-02-23T08:32:00.000-08:00

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Yo, did anyone know that Adult-Film Star, Jenna Jameson, had an ear for music? Well, listen to her list of favorite 69 songs (sponsored by AOL Radio) that she has compiled that are described by her as the "sexiest" you'll ever hear. Hope you enjoy!

"69 Sexiest Songs"

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Deemi - SoundTrack Of My Life

2007-02-22T09:00:00.000-08:00

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Hey, I got a treat for everyone...including the fellas. Check out this new track by the beautiful and talented Deemi, it's called "The SoundTrack Of My Life" (see below).

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She describes her album (due out on 6/7/07) as a, "True story about a young girl with a voice & dream that the harsh reality of life almost destroyed. Fate would not allow her to be a victim. She found hope through her music, transforming her words into a source of strength, using her experiences as the inspiration for her lyrics, becoming a survivor and inspiration to herself and others around her. No all star cast, no scripts, no budgets, no special effects. Just drugs & violence, sex & crying."

For more on Deemi, check out her myspace page or her official page.

Emily King - Color Blind

2007-02-21T10:57:00.000-08:00

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Watch this new video of a live performance by Emily King called "Color Blind". It's one of the tracks that will be on here new album which will be released this year. Enjoy!

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Oh, here's what a few artists had to say about her:

"SHE'S REAL SOULFUL...SO UNIQUE...YOU WILL NO BE DISAPPOINTED"
-Lyfe Jennings

"FROM THE VERY FIRST DAY I HEARD HEAVEN..."
-Marsha FROM Floetry

"YOU'RE GONNA BE A STAR!"
-Cee-Lo/ Gnarls Barkley

Katherine McPhee Exclusive Performance!!

2007-02-21T08:47:00.000-08:00

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Hey, when we see talent we just have to tell you about it. Watch this exclusive performance by former American Idol Contest, Katherine MchPhee. She performs the following songs for new album: (1) Over It; (2) Open Toes; (3) Love Story; (4) Home; (5) Each Other; and (6) Behind The Scenes Look. We hope you will like just like we did! You can either watch the entire performance (see link below) or each song by clicking the tracks. Enjoy!!

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