Monday, March 11th 2013

B.Smyth Cites Chris Brown As Inspiration / Covers Frank Ocean

He’s the R&B heart throb with a growing legion of loyal fans, enamoured with the voice that has everyone from Trey Songz to Ne-Yo singing his praises.

So strong is his buzz, that recent weeks saw the video for his debut single ‘Leggo‘ gain a new home at the ever popular E! network, and a rising momentum on Urban radio.

Now watch as he speaks to our friends over at ‘VIBE’ Magazine on the recording process of his debut album, and his admiration for a number of R&B’s leading players, including Rihanna‘s reported beau, Chris Brown.

Interview and Frank Ocean cover below!

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Wednesday, March 6th 2013

Must See: B.Smyth Covers Rihanna’s ‘Stay’

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As far as Urban music goes, very few newbies can say they shine as bright as Ne-Yo‘s artist, B.Smyth.

Dominating Urban airwaves with his debut single ‘Leggo’, this year has seen him fast become one of his genre’s fastest rising stars, after being picked by 106 & Park’s video rotation.

Now, as to showcase the voice that spearheaded his label rise, he has taken on Rihanna‘s ballad, ‘Stay’.

Peep the hearth throb in action below…

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Monday, February 4th 2013

Exclusive: B Smyth Talks Ne-Yo, ‘Leggo’ And Debut Album

With January gone and the world of Pop well into February, music lovers can expect to be introduced to a number of newbies- all vying to win their hearts…and wallets.

However, with the backing of Motown, the blessing of Ne-Yo and the charisma of a young Bobby Brown, it’s safe to say B Smyth stands head and shoulders above the rest of his pack, bursting onto the scene with the budding hit, ‘Leggo‘.

So, as to truly understand what makes the 19 year old entertainer tick, That Grape Juice caught up with him last week as he prepares cuts for his debut album.

Get into it below…

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Friday, February 1st 2013

New Video: B Smyth – ‘Leggo (Ft 2 Chainz)’

He’s the R&B sensation who rose to fame covering cuts by some of his favorite artists, and now- by way of Ne-Yo and Motown Records- this year marks the arrival of B Smyth.

With his debut album set for launch in the coming months, the 19 year old kicks his campaign off with the release of ‘Leggo‘, featuring ‘No Lie’ Rapper 2 Chainz.

We’re excited about him, so check out the video below and let us know if you are too…

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