With the ‘Purpose’ album, Justin Bieber made a credibility play that paid all the way off.
The set, which spurned hits such as ‘Sorry’ and ‘What Do Mean?’ saw the former teen singer complete his transition into an adult force.
Still, it seems the 22-year-old is still on the hunt for cool points. Case in point his cover choices on his BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge performance today.
Surprisingly, the Canadian crooner decided to try his hand at Tupac‘s ‘Thugz Mansion’ and Tracy Chapman‘s classic ‘Fast Car.’
Undeterred by the backlash to her VMA showing, Britney Spears is back to her old tricks.
During a promotional performance of new single ‘Make Me’ on the Today Show this morning, the singer’s microphone was noticeably mute. Instead, her studio voice blared from the speakers.
Now, while next to no one ever looks to the 34-year-old for her vocal chops, something about this particular showing felt especially…”off.”
R&B bad boy Chris Brown has seen his name in headlines for everything except his music over the last few days. But, after posting a whopping $250,000 bail post his arrest on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, the Grammy winning beau is looking to redirect all this attention to his real claim to fame – music.
Unexpectedly dropping the tune ‘What Would You Do?,’ the up-tempo jam is being interpreted as a clapback to his current situation.
Keen to hear Brown’s thoughts? Get into his ‘Grass Ain’t Greener’ follow-up below:
The UK’s Urban music scene is booming more than ever.
Indeed, with countless acts proving their commercial viability, we’re officially in an era where British R&B, British Grime, and British Hip-Hop aren’t asking for a look-in. They’re demanding it.
To celebrate the achievements of the acts that populate the scene, the Rated Awards are back.
Powered by KA and GRM Daily, the show will honour the artists and releases that have made the UK market its most compelling in years.
That Grape Juice are giving away TWO pairs of tickets to the London Roundhouse event, which takes place September 7th and features performances from the likes of Ghetts, Ray BLK, and several surprises.
Want to be in with a chance of attending? We thought as much! To enter, simply answer the question below…
Giggs hit #2 recently with his new album.
What was it called?
a) Landlord
b) Power Up
c) Youth
Submit your answer, along with your full name, age, address, and telephone number to the email address below. Please be sure to title entry ‘Rated- TGJ’ :
As reported here,Black Eyed Peas have resurrected their 13-year-old hit, ‘Where Is the Love?,’ in an effort to raise awareness about education and the need to direct more funding into programs that support the development of children.
Reintroducing the tune with an all star remix featuring Usher, Mary J. Blige, Diddy, Jamie Foxx, Nicole Scherzinger, The Game, Jessie J, Andra Day, Tori Kelly, Ty Dolla $ign, DJ Khaled, A$AP Rocky, and Jaden Smith, ‘Love’ – unveiled just moments ago – is already receiving just that from listeners and leaders alike.
Already sparking a much needed conversation about what’s happening in today’s society, especially as it relates to education, tuck in below for your first listen and join the convo:
With skeptics not exactly thrilled about aligning their coins in support of serially tardy diva Lauryn Hill‘s recently announced ‘MLH Caravan: A Diaspora Calling’ tour – kicking off tomorrow in Chicago – the ‘Everything is Everything’ singer is bringing in some reinforcement to encourage those on the fence.
Getting by with a little help from her ‘If I Ruled the World’ co-star Nas and relative newcomer Kehlani, the newly added duo will respectively be found on select dates of the Stateside tour set to touch every corner of the country from Philadelphia and New York to Atlanta, San Antonio, Los Angeles, and more.
Keen to find out when and where you’ll be able to see Nas or K blaze the stage? Tuck in below to find out: (more…)