With Chris Brown‘s latest album ‘Heartbreak on a Full Moon’ the star assembled some of the UK’s fastest rising R&B creatives to forge a 45-track LP built to woo and wow his fans.
This week, he is to learn that his decision to uplift British talent has spelled epic news for the album in the market.
‘Look What You Made Me Do’ is exactly what Taylor Swift fans are saying to producer extraordinaire Diplo after he slammed the songstress’s latest chart-topper in a ‘Rolling Stone’ interview.
‘Married To Medicine’ has returned for its 5th firework filled season.
The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.
Already gripping viewing, this season sees Dr. Jackie deal with a shocking blow to her marriage, while Quad is still trying to find balance in hers. Dr. Heavenly remains at the center of conflict and cracks are starting to show in Dr. Simone‘s union.
There’s also a new addition to the cast – Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, a sassy mom who’s mulling whether to leave medicine behind to focus on family.
Check out a preview of episode 2 of season 5 below…
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.
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:
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.
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…