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30th Nov

I first spotted this idea at our friends over at A Hot Mess Blog. So credit to them.

Kinda random, I know, but I wanted to see what you guys are listening to. So saying that, what 5 tracks have you got on constant rotation at the moment? Doesn’t have to be limited to urban music, could be something new, throwback etc. Drop a comment in the comments section. Mine are:

1) Almost – Tamia

2) We’ve Had Enough – Michael Jackson

3) Music For Love – Mario

4) Take A Bow – Leona Lewis

5) Fly Like A Bird – Mariah Carey

What are your ‘Top 5 Songs Of The Moment’?

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30th Nov

‘Ms. Kelly’ Tour Footage

As reported, Kelly Rowland has hit the road for select dates to support her sophomore effort ‘Ms. Kelly’. Check out videos from her Atlantic city tour stop last week:

Destiny’s Child Medley

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Dilemma // Can’t Nobody // Stole // Emotions // Bad Habit // Comeback

She was getting it – especially on the Destiny’s Child Medley (“Haters can’t stop me now”). Great stuff.

What do you think of the performances?

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30th Nov

Akon Charged In Fan-Tossing Incident

R&B singer Akon is set to be charged in connecton to the much-publicized fan-tossing incident back in June. Check out the report via PEOPLE magazine:

The YouTube clip of Akon tossing a 15-year-old fan into the crowd of a concert has come back to haunt him: Police are slapping the hip-hop star with criminal charges after a fan said she suffered a concussion in the incident.
Akon is due in a Fishkill, N.Y., courtroom Monday to be arraigned on misdemeanor charges of endangering the welfare of a minor and second-degree harassment, the Associated Press reports.
During the June concert, Akon threw the audience member from the stage into the crowd. According to AP, the boy landed on another fan, Abby Rosa, who told the Poughkeepsie Journal that she suffered a concussion.
There was no immediate comment from Akon’s camp.

I’m glad. It’s about time some of these artists started taking responsibility for their actions and, by that, I don’t mean making wack ‘Sorry’ songs.

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30th Nov

New Song: Mario – ‘City’ (ft. Akon)

Check out this new track from R&B singer Mario. ‘City’, which features Akon, was recorded for Mario’s forthcoming album ‘Go!’, however ended up being left off the final track listing. Though I like the overall vibe of the song, I can see why it didn’t make the final cut; the album’s material is simply alot stronger than this. Still worth a listen, though. {Our interview with Mario will be up on Monday next week}

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29th Nov

Tamia – ‘Almost’ Video

R&B songstress Tamia premiered the video for her latest single ‘Almost’ on her MySpace page yesterday. The song (as well as Tamia’s whole album ‘Between Friends’) stands as one of my favourites this year and I’m glad it got the single treatment. I was going to write about how sad it is that she is still so underrated, however putting out such timeless music, in an age when quality doesn’t necessarily equal good sales, is an achievement in itself. For those who have yet to pick up ‘Between Friends’, I highly recommend it.

What do you think of the video?

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29th Nov

Snoop Dogg – ‘Sensual Seduction’ Video

The video for Snoop Dogg’s latest video ‘Sensual Seduction’ made its debut yesterday. I’m kinda shocked that Snoop went through with the concept of the vid, but must say that it worked. Hilarious. It’s actually made me like the song a little better now. The track is the first to be lifted from his 9th studio album ‘Ego Trippin’ (due early 2008).

What do you think of the video?

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29th Nov

Bobbi Kristina Lighting It Up…

Check out this pic of Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown’s daughter Bobbi Kristina smoking…well…something. Not trying to be on some moral high ground or whatever, but at 14 years old, this just isn’t cutting it. SMH…

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29th Nov

Cheri Dennis – ‘Portrait Of Love’ Video

The video for Cheri Dennis’ new single ‘Portrait of Love’ kinda premiered yesterday. I say ‘kinda’, as I actually managed to catch the vid last week (thanks Kevin!), however Atlantic Records took it down and kept it on lock and key until the official premiere last night. Anyway, enough with the rambling…

About the video, it’s awesome! After some ten or so years of Cheri being on Bad Boy Diddy finally hooked her up – everything from the video’s budget to it’s concept to the choreography was on point. Great stuff.

Cheri’s debut album ‘In And Out Of Love’ (a very solid effort) is available now on iTunes. The physical version of the LP – which may feature newer tracks – will hit stores in February of next year.

What do you think of the video?

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29th Nov

Usher’s Mom: "New Baby Is A Blessing"

It appears the controversy surrounding the women in Usher’s life has simmered following the birth of his son earlier this week. News of spats between his mom Jonnetta Patton and wife Tameka Foster has rampant for months, however Patton had nothing but good things to say when speaking to PEOPLE magazine about the new addition to the family:

I’m extremely excited and filled with joy about the birth of my grandson, Usher Raymond V,” Patton says. “He is beautiful, precious, healthy and such a blessing. I’m very happy for my son and his wife. God has truly blessed them with a special gift. This will be an amazing holiday season for all of us.”

The jokes kinda write themselves here lol, I mean with Tameka being ‘sorted’ for life now; but for real, I’m happy for them. Hopefully Usher can concentrate on dropping that long-awaited album now.

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27th Nov

Janet Album Set For February Release

According to Billboard, Janet Jackson’s as-yet-untitled Def Jam debut has been confirmed for a February 2008 release. Jackson is also said to be prepping a worldwide tour in support of the album – the follow-up to 2006’s Platinum certified ’20 Y.O’. As previously reported, label honcho L.A. Reid will be at the helm of the project, as opposed to boyfriend Jermaine Dupri.

All this comes on the heels of the news that the ‘Rhythm Nation’ singer has signed a lucrative deal with powerhouse PR firm William Morris for representation in all areas (‘including film, touring, licensing and merchandising, television, theater, publishing and new technology’).

It’s good to see things falling into place for what will be a very important album for Janet (in terms of her selling power). With Janet’s label mate Mariah Carey set to drop her album in the same period, it’ll be interesting to see how things are handled with both projects.

Do you think Janet can hit it big again?

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27th Nov

Alicia Keys Appears On The Tyra Show

Chart topper Alicia Keys’ appearance on the Tyra Show aired yesterday (November 26th). The singer discussed, among other things, the pressures of non-stop work and being near depression as well as how she found herself again. It was a really good interview. Alicia also gave great performances of the first two singles from the album ‘No One’ and ‘Like You’ll Never See Me Again’. Check out the performances below:

No One

Like You’ll Never See Me Again

What do you think of the interview/performances?

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27th Nov

‘N*gger’ Pushed Back To Black History Month

According to MTV News, Nas’ controversial forthcoming album ‘N*gger’ has been pushed back from it’s December release and will now hit stores in February next year – Black History Month in the US. Check out the report:

Nas had originally planned to put the project out next month, but according to his camp, the album has been pushed to February: Black History Month. Nas told MTV News the first single will drop sometime in January.
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I can see that he’s trying to drive his point home, but this has potential to have even more of a backlash than it already has. I’m not so sure it’s a wise move on Nas’ part.

Will you be checking for Nas’ ‘N*gger’ album?

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