Commercial success may have evaded her in recent years, but that’s done little to stop Ciara‘s creative machine from churning out smashes in abundance, celebrating the critical acclaim nabbed by R&B slow jam ‘Body Party’ last year.
Now, with a new studio album in mind, the beauty whips up fresh momentum for her brand with a series of snaps uploaded to her ‘Instagram’ page, setting the photo sharing outlet alight!
So, why the ‘Wilhelmina’ model has everyone and their mom singing her praises?
As her infectious cut ‘Black Widow’ weaves a Pop web on US Rhythmic radio, Pop princess Iggy Azalea has soared to to the top of the UK singles chart on the wings on Ariana Grande‘s ‘Problem.’
From The Vault is back this week with a R&B duet courtesy of the Vocal Bible herself Brandy alongside Boyz II Men crooner Wanya Morris. Today’s pick is ‘Brokenhearted’.
Originally a solo track from her eponymous 1995 debut, ‘Brokenhearted’ was remixed by Soulshock & Karlin for its single release, making way for fresh new vocals by Morris.
As the 5th and last single off said album, it gave Brandy her third Top 10 in the US by peaking at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 – it also reached the 2nd position of the Hot Hip-Hop/R&B tally.
The laid-back groove’s visual – directed by legendary videographer Hype Williams – presented the ex-lovebirds in a moody yet vivid dream-like environment. Rocking her 90’s trademark box-braids, a then-aged 16 Bran was already showing all the signs of a diva-in-the-making proving yet again that age is but a number when you have « it ».
With the singer/actress recently confirming that work was underway for the follow-up to the criminally underrated ‘Two Eleven’, we can’t help but anticipate what the future holds for Ms. Norwood. Indeed, the ‘Put It Down’ vocalist’s craft seems to get stronger and more diverse with time – contrary to some other divas from the last two decades – and with her qualitative stock already sky-high, it’s quite obvious we’re in for a treat.
As he wins the hearts of British ‘America’s Next Top Model‘ supporters, Don Benjamin gives his rising fan base ample reason to stay tuned to his career after he teased the release of an R&B flavoured EP this week!
That’s right, after collaborating with Elijah Blake on the single ‘Doin’ it Well’, the bar building supermodel caught up with ‘Laten Media’ to spill exciting new details on his new music and his signing to Wilhelmina Models!
Kevin McCall declares his love for the finer things in life this week, flossing his way to a woman’s heart with new video, ‘Neva Had A.’
First introduced to fans via his ‘A.D.H.D’ EP, the song welcomed the release of its music video via ‘Hot New Hip Hop’, and- while unlikely to break any musical ground- will satisfy any in love with Urban Contemporary sounds launched by Chris Brown, Kid Ink and ‘2 On‘ singer Tinashe.
After teasing fans with a snippet from the single last week, today brought with it the release of ‘Boss‘, the latest single by Fifth Harmony.
Now, after hearing the snippet, we weren’t so sure if the ladies sassy sound would be what they’d need to win over the Pop audience they’ve yet to capture with previous releases.
However, after hearing the jam in full, we can’t but applaud the ladies decision to steer clear of the generic to deliver a sound that’s nothing short of empowering.
G-Unit hop on Chris Brown‘s ‘Loyal‘ bandwagon today, kicking down R&B’s door to deliver their very own remix of the Nic Nac– produced bop.
Led by 50 Cent, the remix comes as the crew make their way back to the forefront of Hip Hop following the rapper’s departure from ‘Interscope’, coming after ‘She’ siren Keyshia Cole blessed its production with her own version of the song, serving as a buzz single for her forthcoming LP, ‘Point of no Return.’
Welcome to another edition of ‘The Stream Scene‘, the ‘That Grape Juice’ original feature shining a light on digital feats made by Pop & R&B’s biggest movers and shakers!
Launched in response to the inclusion of streaming points in many a chart across the globe, each edition will see us breakdown the facts and figures behind by each member of ‘The Scene’s release!
So, which four acts made it into ‘The Click Clique’ this time?
Mariah Carey may be promo shy these days (see: sales of new album), yet the ever-festive diva certainly isn’t camera shy.
Like millions across America, the 44-year-old celebrated the 4th of July with her family and took to Twitter to share some of her intimate moments.
Check out the singer flaunting washboard abs from many an angle, as she’s watched on by her three-year-old twins Monroe and Moroccan, who she more affectionately calls “Dem Babies”.
Having delivered a new baby in May, Ciara is already gearing up to deliver a new album.
The ‘Body Party’ belter unveiled an edgy new look on Instagram today to tease the news with the caption:
Back 2 Work and Im Obsessed…:) Thanks @italozucchelli and @CalvinKlein. Love You Guys! Xx
The news that the new mother is already back to work doesn’t come as much of a surprise; even while carrying baby Future Jr, the engaged songbird has been hard at work on the follow-up to last year’s ‘Ciara’ – which she says will hit stores before the year’s end.
Of course, the release window should be treated as tentative due to her Mommy status. However, kudos are certainly due to Super Ci for making moves to make such a speedy return to the scene.
