As his pal Usher continues to craft the masterpiece many hope his next album will be, Rico Love continues to soar towards critical acclaim today, doing so with his very own take on Rick Ross‘ ‘Devil is a Lie.’

A far cry from the Pop radio-ready hits he penned for the likes of Beyonce and Kelly Rowland, his remix of the jam stands as nothing short of fire…even though its Hip Hop cliche-soaked do very little to showcase the genius that earned a 2009 Grammy nomination for the smash hit, ‘Sweet Dreams.’

(more…)

Cop a gander at Grammy winning R&B divas Kelly Rowland and Monica posing it up with Beyonce’s mom Tina Knowles at a recent party.

As fans know, Mama Knowles celebrated her 60th birthday this week and commemorated the milestone with a number of headline-grabbing celebrations – most recently a star studded affair in New Orleans.

Lifted moments ago to Monica’s Instagram page, look below to see photos of Grammy winning songstress Jennifer Hudson, Kris Jenner, and Mo’s husband Shannon Brown.

 Tidbit:  How much fire on a track would it be to hear Kelly & Mo collab?!  Could one song handle that much slayage?

Your thoughts?

The R&B King that is Trey Songz samples Teena Marie’s  ‘Ooo La La La’ on his brand new single ‘NaNa‘, released to the world minutes ago.

Standing as the surprise he teased yesterday, the cut sees the performer stick to the ‘baby-making R&B’ formula that he’s most renown for and serve a hook that screams hit.

Unfortunately, despite its infectious vibe, the jam’s lyrics and verses let it down, with its production and Songz’ vocals demanding far more than the ‘I wanna get down tonight’ theme the cut served up.

Listen below…

(more…)

Is a fresh Kelly Rowland tour on the horizon?

Well, if remarks made by the ‘Simply Deep’ songbird hours ago are anything to go by, her fans may be pleased to learn that the answer is simply…yes.

For, after joining ‘X Factor USA’ heartthrob Carlito Olivero on the show’s post-finale press run, the entertainer gave fans ample reason to expect a new show by way of an offer she made him during an interview with ‘Hollywire TV.’

Press play below!

(more…)

Kelly Rowland is sporting quite the golden glow these days.

For, not only is she celebrating her recent engagement, the singer’s single ‘Kisses Down Low’ has been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

(more…)

Looks like Ciara won’t be the only R&B beauty walking down the aisle soon.

For, after weeks of speculation, Grammy-winning songstress Kelly Rowland has finally lifted the lid on news that she would soon marry her manager Tim Witherspoon.  The ‘Keep It Between Us’ diva has kept mum on the topic, that is, until a recent visit with Queen Latifah.

Get the details below:

(more…)

Good things come to those that wait as evidenced by the onslaught of songs and videos gifted to the faithful fanbase of pop superstar Beyonce.

Friday morning saw the diva unveil a brand spanking new, self-titled album with guest appearances from the likes of husband Jay Z, Drake, Destiny’s Child bandmates Kelly Rowland & Michelle Williams, and more accompanied by a sneak peek at 17 (yes…17) new music videos.

Calling upon leading music video directors Melina Matsoukas, Jonas Akerlund, Hype Williams, and long-time collaborator Jake Nava to helm the visuals, the clips boast backdrops of Paris, New York City, and more with Drake (“Mine”), Kelly and Michelle (“Superpower”), and a family affair of co-stars including daughter Blue Ivy (“Blue”), Jay (“Drunk in Love”), and mother Tina Knowles (‘Grown Woman’).

Taking to her Youtube account to unveil the official teasers of each video, tuck in below to tell us your favorites from the set.

(more…)

Those of us wishing for new Jordin Sparks music have just had our wish granted.

Before you can see her aboard the new Lifetime holiday movie ‘Dear Secret Santa’ (November 30), the ‘American Idol’ champion taps into more Urban flavoured music with her new tune ‘11.11 (Wish)’.

Flexing her sultry vocals on the sexy slow jam, the songstress starts a few sparks of her own with this Elijah Black-penned number (produced by Salaam Remi).

Meet a new Jordin below:

(more…)

How fierce does Kelly Rowland look?

The Grammy-winning singer shimmered and shone on the arrival carpet last night at BET Black Girls Rock in New York City.

Set to air on November 3rd (and November 5th on BET UK), the show saw Rowland perform ‘Gone’ from her critically acclaimed album ‘Talk A Good Game’.

In an interesting twist, the track’s co-writer Sevyn Streeter joined The X Factor USA judge on-stage to deliver the song as a duet. That is until rapper Eve appeared, offering a completely new verse in place of Wiz Khalifa‘s bars.

Needless to say, next week’s airing couldn’t come any sooner!

Peep more pics of the ladies below…

(more…)

There’s no stopping Fantasia.

The Grammy winner and American Idol graduate has spent much of 2013 promoting her critically-acclaimed album ‘Side Effects Of You’ – which yielded singles ‘Lose To Win’ and ‘Without Me (ft. Kelly Rowland & Missy Elliott)’. Having embarked on a series of live dates in support of the LP, the 29-year-old has confirmed the project’s title track is its third single.

Set to impact Urban radio on October 28th, the track’s accompanying visual will begin production imminently according to the star’s manager. Once unwrapped, the clip will mark the first time a “third” video has been commissioned during any of Fantasia’s album campaigns. A feat which, in this trying time for R&B, should definitely be commended.

Interestingly, the songbird is releasing a stripped back version of the Emeli Sande penned / Naughty Boy produced cut to radio. Take a listen after the jump…

(more…)

Kelly Rowland has been rather quiet of late, hasn’t she?

Having signed on as a judge on The X Factor USA, the natural assumption is that her “hiatus” was being used to film the FOX hit – which returns to TV screens next month. However, with new album ‘Talk A Good Game’ still a “fresh release” and in need of a push, many were left scratching their heads as to why Ms. Kelly has seemingly disappeared from the spotlight.

Well, it appears they may indeed be a method to the madness.

Full story after the jump…

(more…)

Kelly Rowland continues to garner praise aplenty for her latest album ‘Talk A Good Game’. Hence, there is no time better than the present to keep the wheels a’turning on the project’s promotional campaign.

With recent effort ‘Dirty Laundry’ serving as more of a “buzz amplifier” than a Billboard staple, it’s quite literally on to the next one. Which begs the question: which track is Ms. Kelly awarding the single treatment to next?

Well, remember our post asking what YOU think ‘Talk’s next offering should be? Let’s just say, it seems the 32-year-old has heeded the request of most of her Rowland Stones.

Kelly’s new single is…

(more…)