5th Nov

Taylor Swift’s ‘Reputation’ Has Already Sold Over 400,000…In Pre-orders Alone

Taylor Swift‘s new album ‘Reputation’ does not officially arrive in stores until November 10th yet reports have indicated it’s already laying claim to the title of “best first week sales by a female” for the year.

That’s right, the set – which features the top 20 singles ‘Gorgeous,’ ‘Ready for It,’ and the #1 hit ‘Look What You Made Me Do’ – is looking to have a very impressive liftoff if reports are to be believed.

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5th Nov

New Song: Trick Daddy & Trina ft Mike Smiff – ‘Paradise‘

Trick Daddy and Trina are inviting you to ‘Paradise,’ the latest offering from their forthcoming joint album, ‘TNT.’

Joining forces with rapper Mike Smiff, the hip hop duo salute the city of Miami over a bumping sample of Meli’sa Morgan’s 80’s R&B hit ‘Fool’s Paradise.’

Does their tribute to the Magic City do the classic Morgan cut justice? Listen inside and tell us:

5th Nov

From The Vault: Chris Brown – ‘I Can Transform Ya (ft. Lil Wayne & Swizz Beatz)’

Today’s From The Vault pick salutes an artist that has consistently has had the world talking for over a decade. For better AND for worse.

Chris Brown’s 2009 comeback single ‘I Can Transform Ya’ is this week’s pick.

The track marked a very important chapter in Brown’s career as it was his first official release following “that” infamous incident.

Produced by Swizz Beatz, co-penned by Poo Bear together with CB, and blessed with a guest spot from Lil’ Wayne, the cut served as the launching single from Chris’ third album ‘Graffiti.’

Commercially, it became the star’s eighth Top 20 single in the US and a #9 charting single on the UK R&B chart. Not “bad” considering all the odds that were against him at the time. Yet, also not as “good” as perhaps hoped for those hoping his woes would quickly be put behind him.

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Joseph Kahn was tapped to direct the ninja-inspired video for the single which also referenced the ‘Transformers’ series.

Taking a more literal approach to the track’s lyrics, Brown and his crew are transformed into the various things he sings about.

The visual also has boasts stellar choreography, as it is often showcased with C. Breezy.

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As time goes by, it’s evident Chris Brown’s light is not primed to dim anytime soon. After all, who’d have thought in late ’09 that he’d still be a “thing” today?

Though not the formidable chart force he once was, his potency in the Urban arena is unparalleled and he easily stands today as R&B’s main male attraction. [Even if somewhat by default].

We’d love to see more consistency from him (namely cleaner, leaner roll-outs, and sonically cohesive projects), but we can’t knock his hustle and attempts at creativity. Especially at a time when so few are even trying.

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5th Nov

Watch: Rita Ora Performs ‘Anywhere’ On ‘The X Factor’

Rita Ora returned to The X Factor tonight to showcase her own ‘X Factor.”

The singer, who judged on the hit UK show in 2015, took front stage centre on this evening’s broadcast to perform new single ‘Anywhere.’

A dynamo dance-floor jam, the track is poised to be another smash for Ora who has already scored chart wins with top 10’s ‘Your Song’ and Avicii’s ‘Lonely Together.’

Presently #2 on iTunes UK, can this showing help her snatch the top spot? Watch below and let us know…

5th Nov

New Study Shows Less Than 5% Of TV’s Writers Are Black

A new study carried out by the positive and progressive racial injustice organisation Color of Change has revealed that less 5% of TV’s writers are black.

A worrying discovery below…

5th Nov

Ashanti Releases ‘Say Less (ft. Ty Dolla $ign)’ Single Cover

Ashanti is back! Well, almost.

The R&B belle is gearing up for a (hopeful) return to the charts with new single ‘Say Less.’

To aid her cause, the singer has called on Ty Dolla $ign, a name who’s proven potent in adding a midas touch to potential hits.

In a bid to whet appetites ahead of the track’s imminent arrival, the former first lady of Murder INC has unwrapped its official cover. Check it out above.

‘Less’ is the first taste of the 37-year-old’s latest studio album, her first since 2015’s ill-fated ‘Braveheart.’

Let us know if you’re hyped for the comeback of Ms. Douglas below…

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5th Nov

N*E*R*D Enlist Rihanna, Andre 3000, Kendrick Lamar, Future, Ed Sheeran, & More For Album

N*E*R*D are wasting approximately no time with the amplification of their comeback campaign.

Fresh from pouring new single ‘Lemon’ onto the airwaves, the eclectic collective have not only announced new album ‘No_One Ever Really Dies’ but they played it in full tonight at ComplexCon.

An all-star affair, the 11-track set features a who’s who of the music industry, including Rihanna, Andre 3000, Kendrick Lamar, Future, and Ed Sheeran.

No definitive release date has been announced yet, but lead member Pharrell Williams indicated that it’s imminent.

Until then, peep the tracklist below and snippets captured by fans…

5th Nov

Watch: Alexandra Burke Rocks ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ [Week 7]

Alexandra Burke is amazing on the mic and is proving equally as arresting on the dance-floor.

The Brit-belter, who rose to fame as the winner of The X Factor after performing with Beyonce, is currently competing on the current series of the BBC’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing.’

Much like the US’ ‘Dancing With The Stars,’ the series sees celebrities battle it out each week in a quest for the coveted ballroom trophy.

Oft commanding an audience of 10 million + each week, the show is renown for being a potent promotional platform and the real “win” tends to be for competitors careers.

With Alex readying new material, it’s smart timing. Especially as she’s slaying!

Watch her week 7 performance of the Tango with partner Gorka Marquez. Their song was ‘I Got The Music In Me.’

4th Nov

The Predictions Are In! Sam Smith Set To Sell…