LeToya & Ludacris On The Set Of ‘Regret’ Video

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The run-away success of LeToya Luckett current single ‘Regret’ on the Billboard Hip-Hop & R&B chart (current peak of #12) apparently forced label Capitol to commission a video for the Ludacris assisted song, after they had pulled the plug on her ‘Lady Love’ project after quite dismal sales (the fault of which ironically is theirs IMO). Peep Ms. Luckett and Luda on the set of the video, which was shot recently in LA. The clip was directed by Parris.

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Looks good…

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New Song: Shakira – ‘She-Wolf’

Over the weekend, Shakira’s brand new single ‘She Wolf’ made it’s much hyped debut. The single has had a killer viral campaign going on the net for the net for several weeks now. About the track itself, I’m definitely feeling the production on this Electro-Disco fusion, yet unavoidable to note is the fact that Shakira’s vocals work in some places more than others (some parts are excruciating to listen to). All in all, I’m liking this one.

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Destiny’s Child Reunite…Well, Kinda

Destiny's Child Reunite...Well, Kinda

For the first time in over 2 years super-group Destiny’s Child came together in the public eye to celebrate the 28th birthday of member Kelly Rowland. The surprise party, which was held in Hollywood’s Opera club last night, was a surprise bash thrown for the ‘Like This’ singer – who recently parted ways with manager Mathew Knowles. As well as Beyonce and Michelle, other celebs in attendance included Busta Rhymes, LeToya Luckett’s on-off boyfriend Slim Thug and Tank. Peep more pics below:
It’s kinda weird seeing the ladies back together. In their time apart, they’ve grown into 3 very fine looking women in their own right. Bring on that reunion album already!
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Ne-Yo – ‘Mad’ Video

I kid not when I say I’d literally been wondering where the hell Ne-Yo’s follow-up to ‘Miss Independent’ was, when the clip for ‘Mad’ surfaced today. The Stargate produced cut serves as the third release from his well-received ‘Year of the Gentleman’ LP.

About the actual video, I’m liking it a lot. With most of Ne-Yo’s vids being more or less all-singing/all-dancing affairs, it was pretty cool seeing a more story-driven clip to accompany this song – which IMO on it’s own isn’t that great. Good stuff.

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John Legend Shouts Out That Grape Juice!

Grammy Award winning star John Legend knows where to keep it locked:

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‘Before I Self Destruct’ (Starring 50 Cent) Trailer

50 Cent’s forthcoming LP ‘Before I Self Destruct’ is set to also serve as the soundtrack to his latest movie of the same name. Check out the trailer above as well as a more detailed synopsis of the project below:

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Before I Self Destruct is darker and harder than last year’s Curtis. 50 Cent wrote much of the album while he, as Curtis Jackson, was also penning the 90-minute film of the same name that would be his directorial debut.

The film Before I Self Destruct is a coming of age story about an inner city youth raised by a hardworking single mother. When his dream of becoming a basketball player fails to materialize, he finds himself employed in a supermarket. After his mother is tragically gunned down, Clarence (played by Jackson) is consumed by revenge and takes up a life of crime in order to support his younger brother.

“My film captures the harsh realities that reflect so many communities today. There will be some who will greatly identify with the characters and the situations presented and then there will be others who may be shocked at the struggles that go on in the inner city,” states 50 Cent. “I made the film for both groups.”

As much as I feel 50’s time was officially up after he lost out to Kanye last year, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t interested in the film. The plot, though done over many a time, sounds pretty interesting.

The album hits stores December 9th, with the movie due in theatres 4th quarter too.

Will you be checking for ‘Before I Self Destruct’?

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Janet Launches Rock Witchu Tour

Janet Launches Rock Witchu Tour Pop superstar Janet Jackson kicked off her eagerly awaited ‘Rock Witchu Tour’ (her first in 7 years) in style yesterday at Vancouver’s GM Place.

The world renown singer, journeyed through 30 (yes, 30!) of her biggest hits, as well as material from her latest effort ‘Discipline’ during the high-octane dance-orientated show. Check out what the early reviews are saying, as well as more pics from the show below:
Vancouver Sun
Janet Jackson’s latest choreographed concert spectacle is an aggressive reminder to the world that she is a woman who has risen above fads and scandal (who can forget the famous Superbowl wardrobe malfunction?). It is a reminder that she is a trend-setter in her own right, a true diva, and a marvelous performer. {Click to read more}

The Province
She has raised her own standards, downplaying the sexual angle for a more athletic show that didn’t have a musician in sight. The emphasis was on action and dance, and seemed more natural to her. Any show following Janet Jackson into GM Place will find it difficult to match her. {Click here to read more}
The Globe & Mail
“It was satisfying: a fun, glitzy choreographed experience worthy of a woman who’s been in show business longer than most of the people in the audience have been alive. Bravo.” {Click here to read more}
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Awesome! I really see Janet silencing the naysayers and critics alike with this tour. The future for Miss Jackson is looking bright…

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Billboard Chart Update; The Game & Solange

Billboard Chart Update; The Game & Solange There’s no doubt many were checking to see where The Game’s “final” LP (erm…yeh) ‘LAX’ and Solange’s sophomore effort ‘Sol-Angel & The Hadley Street Dreams) would chart, following their releases last week. Peep the report from MTV below for the goods:
The Game’s latest enters the chart at #2, selling more than 238,000 copies; his previous efforts sold significantly better. His 2005 LP The Documentary entered the chart on top with 587,000 scans, while the 2006 follow-up, Doctor’s Advocate, sold more than 358,000 units, to open at #1. Rockers Slip Knot narrowly clinched the top spot selling through 240,000 copies of All Hope Is Gone.

A total of 23 new releases crack the top 200, with two others debuting in the top 10. The Now That’s What I Call Country compilation enters at #7 with 50,000 scans, and Solange Knowles’ Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams bows at #9 with 46,000 sold.

Granted tongues will no doubt be wagging about sales, comparisons and whatnot, I think both artists have performed well considering. Put simply music doesn’t sell the way it used to, so both debuts are respectable all the same.

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Chris Brown Doublemint Commercial

As some of you may have noticed, it’s a bit of a slow news day today lol. That said, check out Chris Brown’s new commercial for Wrigleys Doublemint (above). The commercial features Chris’ current hit ‘Forever’ (which I still maintain is the pits). More power to him.

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New Song: Madonna – 4 Minutes To Save The World (ft. Timbaland & Justin Timberlake)

Madonna - 4 Minutes To Save The World (ft. Timbaland & Justin Timberlake)As I’ve said before, it’s not often you see Madonna around these sides. Yet her foray into the world of Urban of music (again), this time with the assistance of Timbaland & Justin Timberlake, is newsworthy in itself. A clip of the first single to be lifted from her forthcoming album ‘Hard Candy’ (due April 29th) ‘4 Minutes To Save The World’, surfaced earlier this month, however the full version premiered on French radio today.
What can I say? She brought ‘it’ and then some! The production on the uptempo track is arguably Timbo’s best in years and both Madonna & Justin ride the beat with ease. I’m still thinking to myself as I type, can this really be a Madonna track?! The hook heavy track is certain to be a smash IMO.

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Janet Set To Drop 2 New Singles

Janet Set To Drop 2 New SinglesIt turns out the two new songs posted on Janet Jackson’s official website last week, ‘Rock With U’ and ‘LUV’ are more than ‘Discipline’ album teasers; they are being released as singles – simultaneously. Both songs are to be served to radio in the weeks ahead, with ‘Rock With U’ being the Pop single, whilst ‘LUV’ is being billed as the Urban choice of single. No word yet on the video(s).
{Sources: FMQB // Radio & Records}
Definitely a wise move on the part of the label or whoever called for this. Judging by the material thus far, Janet is returning to her Pop roots, yet catering to her urban audience too. I’m still kinda on the fence about ‘Rock With U’, so it’s great to know that ‘LUV’ is getting the single treatment.

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