Jhene Aiko is doing her part to ensure people vote in the upcoming election in November.
The singer shared a new song, entitled ‘Vote,’ to help raise awareness around the subject. Additionally, the song is set to appear on an election-themed episode of ‘Black-ish.’
Across the track she sings:
“I just want to get to the ballot / I just want to feel like I’m valid / It’s the best way to make my voice heard / And it should be automatic / That’s my American right / I just wanna focus on my vote.”
In March Aiko earned her fourth No. 1 on Billboard‘s Top R&B Albums chart with ‘Chilombo.’
After having folks screaming ‘Yeah!’ a few years prior, 2010 saw Usher make the masses want to chant ‘OMG.’
The will.i.am-assisted bop is this week’s From The Vault pick.
Released at the height of the Euro-Dance era, the track served as the fourth single from ‘Raymond v. Raymond’ and is notable for teaming the singer with will hot off the success of the Black Eyed Peas – resulting in a stadium-sized smash.
The single was met with mixed reactions, with some criticizing the vocalist’s use of autotune and others commending his newfound electronic sound.
Despite the polarizing response, the song went on to become Usher’s ninth US #1 single and will’s first as a solo artist, as well as a huge global hit topping the charts in the UK and Australia.
Anthony Mandler directed the tune’s visual, which showcases Usher evolving across several edgy sets. At times Hitchcock-inspired, others 80’s influenced, it is above all a performance video where the entertainer shines in all his glory. will.i.am also features in the video.
It was nominated for three MTV Video Music Awards in 2010.
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Whether people were screaming ‘OMG’ out of admiration or disdain, this very track is a classic for the ages and was responsible for placing Usher back on top of the charts.
Mr Raymond’s legacy in music is something that will forever be undeniable. Still, we feel he could have been an even bigger force in the contemporary climate had he and his team decided to not totally abandon danceable Pop (amidst complaints from his core R&B fans).
Make no mistake, Usher has always been R&B fundamentally. Even when some argued otherwise. But, in the seeming excitement folk had to charge him with “ditching” the genre, we feel there isn’t enough appreciation of his ability to adapt to the prevailing sound and climate of the time. Nor is there enough recognition of the fact that his flirtation with Pop delivered strong, qualitative music that he’ll be performing for the rest of his career. Not just ‘OMG’s and ‘Scream’s, but lesser known cuts like ‘Euphoria’ too.
With a Vegas residency in the works as well as new material on the horizon, maybe there’s still time to find balance once more.
In any case, in the here and now, Usher we salute you.
R&B singer Tevin Campbell has heard enough from songstress Jaguar Wright. Accusing the teen-star of prostitution, Campbell is letting Wright know he’s ready to take legal action against her for her remarks.
Usher teams up with rising R&B songbird Kiana Ledé on festive anthem ‘This Day.’
Together, the pair take vocal flight on the track – which is lifted from the soundtrack for incoming Netflix movie ‘Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey’ – the trailer for which landed a few moments ago.
The release is the first to be issued from the Atlantic Records helmed compilation, which will also feature contributions from the likes of John Legend and Ricky Martin.
The Holidays are almost here and Netflix look to spread a hearty helping of festive cheer with new movie ‘Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey.’
Set to hit the streamer (and theaters) on November 13, the film is set in the vibrant town of Cobbleton and follows legendary toymaker Jeronicus Jangle (played by Whitaker) whose fanciful inventions beam with whimsical wonder.
Chaos ensues with his trusted apprentice (played Keegan-Michael Key) steals his most prized creation.
Armed with his equally bright and inventive granddaughter (newcomer Madalen Mills) — and a long-forgotten invention — a quest to unlock the magic within commences.
Helmed by writer-director David E. Talbert, ‘Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey’ also stars Phylicia Rashad and Anika Noni Rose. The film will also feature original new music courtesy of Usher and Kiana Ledé, John Legend, Philip Lawrence, and Davy Nathan.
Without further ado, check out the first look trailer below…
The cast of the cult-classic movie ‘Mean Girls’ took to Instagram yesterday (appropriately October 3rd) for a special reunion!
In a bid to boost voter turnout for next month’s Presidential election, Lindsay Lohan and the gang discussed the movie’s legacy and behind the scenes stories!
Megan Thee Stallion blew the roof off ‘SNL’ Saturday night (October 3) with a rocking performance of her #1 hit, ‘Savage.’
In addition to serving a high octane rendition of her inaugural chart-topper on her inaugural visit to the legendary variety show, Stallion used the opportunity to shine a light on the recently unveiled decision in the Breonna Taylorcase- even slamming the Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron during a powerful “moment of silence” as speeches addressing social injustice played in the background.
A must see moment indeed, look inside to see how she fared on the Chris Rock-hosted kickoff of the series’ 46th season.
