10 years…

January 4th marks the 10th anniversary of a club-banger that a decade on still gets the dance-floor ablaze.

Today’s From The Vault pick is the colossal ‘Get Right’ by the ever-fierce Jennifer Lopez.

At a time when the world was growing tired of her media presence following the “Bennifer”episode , Ms. Lopez –  with this single – was hoping to right (pun intended) the wrongs caused to her image and reposition herself as an entertainer. Needless to say, it turned out to be just what the career doctor ordered.

Helmed by ‘1 Thing’ maestro Rich Harrison alongside Corey Rooney – with Usher also participating to the song’s development – it was based around an infectious horn riff from the collaboration between James Brown and Maceo and The Macks, ‘Soul Power’.
The diva’s first release in over 18 months, it was met with favorable reviews as well as generous chart positions. Reaching the 12th position of the Billboard Hot 100, it topped both the UK Singles Charts and the World Singles Official Top 100.

Opting to unleash the song and the video the same day (a rarity at the time), it made it near-impossible for folk to disassociate the funky track from its high-octane visual. Francis Lawrence allowed Jen to tap into her acting-skills by portraying a multitude of characters all present at a hyper hip club where ‘Right’ is playing.

Renown for its editorial-looking dance-break (which remains all sorts of epic), indeed it is the kind that makes one feel like the world has stopped and nothing else matters.

The 10 years that separate us from ‘Right”s release have seen Lopez experience career ups and downs; from successful stints on American Idol, to hit singles, to not so successful albums, and a dwindling radio potency.

Still, with a rumored Vegas run on the cards, it seems the ride is anything but over for the Latin beauty and from where we stand, she seems hungrier than she has ever been, which in turn has our appetite for new music from her even more

It will be interesting to see where J.Lo will go next. Wherever she navigates her career, we’re keen to bet that 10 years from now, her star will still be shining bright.

Your thoughts?

Three years before she booted Mathew Knowles from her management camp, ‘Speechless’ singer Beyonce faced claims she had agreed to “whiten” her skin as part of a lucrative deal with the French cosmetics company ‘L’Oreal.’

This year, as he prepares to release take her story to the big screen, Knowles has finally spoken out about the drama she faced when the rumour hit the net.

Telling all in a recent interview with the ‘Wall Street Journal’, Knowles also revealed how a deal he signed in 2003 saw he and Beyonce tied to business moves made by her competitor Mary J. Blige.

Hit the 12 minute mark below…

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With his plans to release a Destiny’s Child biopic exposed by ‘Sony’ “hackers”, Mathew Knowles has come forward to spill a number of details about the forthcoming big screen release.

Speaking to the ‘Wall Street Journal’, Knowles bared all when quizzed on the project and his current ties to the group’s members who he hopes will reunite to support the project.

Will his plans come to fruition?

Peep the interview and weigh in on it below…

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‘Brokenhearted’ duo Karmin aren’t the only couple making major moves this year.

For, thanks to numbers pulled in by their ‘On The Run’ tour, Beyonce and Jay Z have earned a spot on Pollstar‘s ‘Year End Top 20 Worldwide Tours’ list, celebrating 2014’s highest earning stage shows.

Where the power couple came on the list?

Find out after the jump!

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Three years removed from the release of their smash hit single ‘Brokenhearted‘, Hip Pop duo Karmin continue to rock their fans’ worlds with new single ‘Sugar.‘

Haven’t the cut? If so, pop open the lid below to catch the hit-making pair perform it acoustically!

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In a move set to impress some while confusing others, ‘Lonely’ singer Akon has announced that he is to release five albums all at once this year.

Confused?

Full story below…

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Guess which R&B beauty shared this snap of herself on ‘Instagram’ recently!

Hint: Last year saw her secure four Top 40 hits in the United Kingdom, one of these topping the nation’s R&B tally.

Still not sure who it is?

Our mystery lady’s identity below…

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‘LudaVerses‘ is Ludacris‘ gift to the world this year, a body of work released before the March 31st unveiling of his new album ‘Ludaversal.‘

Should one give it a spin, they’ll hear the performer take on the likes of Bobby Shmurda‘s ‘Hot Boy‘, Nicki Minaj’s & Beyonce ‘Feeling Myself.’

Check it out below!

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Renown for his unpredictability, Kanye West lived up to his billing this New Year’s by rolling out new track ‘Only One’. Beyond the fact that the cut arrived with no forewarning, the real surprise for many was the presence of Beatles legend Paul McCartney.

Interestingly, it seems ‘Only’ isn’t the only song the unlikely pair have teamed up for.

Details below…

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R&B chanteuse Tamar Braxton stays having her hands in many a pot. Indeed, from talk shows to reality shows, the youngest of the Braxton clan has become exceptionally versed in staying both busy and visible.

In the months ahead, it appears it’ll be her music that will take centre-stage.

Details below…

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The Queen of Pop Janet Jackson was spotted looking all sorts of fierce in Dubai last night.

Flashing her megawatt smile, the superstar was in town to support her brothers, The Jacksons, who were performing at a private event with Chaka Khan and Gloria Gaynor.

We’re still crossing our fingers, toes, and everything else in hope that Janet will make a return to the music scene this year. It’s time. It’s been time!

In the meanwhile, peep more pics of the regal royal below…

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Guess which rising star shared this pic of himself in NYC hours ago, sharing the pic with all 42,000 of his ‘Instagram‘ followers.

Hint: 2013 saw this fashion forward character star in music videos released by British acts Katy B and Angel, after inking a deal with Tandy Anderson‘s ‘Select Model Management.’ 

Don’t know who it is?

All will be revealed, below…

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