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The video for Jennifer Hudson’s debut single ‘Spotlight’ premiered on BET today, ahead of the Awards. I must say, I’m really liking the Chris Robinson directed clip. Though the concept has been done several times already, Jennifer’s undeniable swagger and presence on screen made for a real engaging video. ‘Spotlight’ has grown on me considerably since my initial listen, something the video will most definitely serve to continue.
What do you think of the video?
With Eve’s serially delayed ‘Here I Am’ LP still facing an uncertain future (due ‘sometime in 2008’), it’s kind of refreshing to finally hear more of what the album will be serving up. Featuring R&B crooner Robin Thicke on the hook, ‘Fantasy’ is a decent mid-tempo cut. Saying that, considering the caliber of both artists, I kinda expected something with more ‘umph’; the chorus is kinda lacking lyrically IMO.Hit or Miss?
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A host of stars joined Solange at a private resisdence in Los Angeles last night to celebrate her 22nd birthday. Celebs in attendance included big sister Beyonce, mum and dad – Tina and Matthew, Ludacris, Ne-Yo, Mario and Melody Thornton from the Pussycat Dolls.
What do you think of the pics?
It would that seem in between the quickie marriage to Nick Cannon, questionable live performances etc, Mariah Carey’s ‘E=MC²’ is in relative free-fall. Though the set has sold over a million copies since its release back in April, things aren’t looking too good for the LP at present.
Currently sitting at #21 on the Billboard 200, the album’s second single ‘Bye Bye’ only peaked at #19 on the Hot 100, and, even with a physical release this week, isn’t even top 40 in the UK mid week charts.
I’m interested to hear what you guys think is the reason for this….
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It seems the ‘beef’ between Soulja Boy and Ice T isn’t going to subside anytime soon. The 17 year old ‘Crank That’ star has responded with this cartoon to Ice T’s response (if that makes any sense lol):
…and the drama continues…
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Check out Beyonce on the set of her new movie ‘Obsessed’ in Los Angeles yesterday. The ‘Crazy In Love’ star plays the wife of a successful businessman, whose life (and that of his family) is threatened by a crazy office worker of his who turns out to be a stalker. Interesting stuff lol. I’m thinking this will be the make or break role for Beyonce’s quest to be taken seriously as an actress. ‘Dreamgirls’ was definitely a step in the right direction, however, this is obviously the more challenging role. ‘Obsessed’ hits theatres worldwide in March next year.
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In a pretty odd happening, Danity Kane performed on Country music’s version of American Idol, Nashville Star last night. Yes, I have no idea why they were booked to perform there either. Anyway, about the performance, it was pretty good. The ladies have definitely had better live vocal showings, however their stage presence compensated for that 100%, they really worked the stage like the seasoned performers they’ve become.
What do you think of the performance?
Following the ‘Not Guilty’ verdict that was handed down in the R. Kelly trial a few weeks back, the singer is pressing ahead with the release of his new album ’12 Play: 4th Quarter’ (due this summer). A track said to feature on the set titled ‘Playas Get Lonely’ has surfaced. I must I’m quite feeling this mid-tempo cut. Here’s hoping the album itself is pretty good, as I feel, excluding 2005’s ‘Trapped In The Closet’ episodes, Kelly’s LP’s have gotten progressively worse since TP-2.com.Hit or Miss?
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Yesterday, Bad Boy five-piece Day26 performed their single ‘Got Me Going’ on BET’s 106 & Park, which aired from Los Angeles in preparation for tonight’s BET Awards:
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Great performance. I was about to go off though when I realized they were performing ‘Got Me Going’ again, seeing they have a new single out. The ‘Since You Been Gone’ acapella was a nice touch, though. As reported, the video for the single will premiere on MTV this Friday.
What do you think of the performance?
In a recent interview with our friends over at Rap-Up.com, Lil’ Mama expressed her disappointment with her label’s handling of her debut album ‘VYP: Voice Of The Young People’, which debut at #25 with just 19, 000 units sold. Here’s what the teen star had to say:“I’m very disappointed in my label, Jive Records, for not promoting my record properly. I’m not a rapper first and foremost. I’m the birth of hip-pop. I’m an innovator and everything that I do is fresh. When you have something so new and fresh in your hands, you’re supposed to know what to do with it. By signing with a label, I signed knowing that everyone was on the same page as me and understanding what was going on. But that wasn’t what I thought it was.”
Ouch…
Whatever happens, I’m hoping we see a lot more from this talented young lady.
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After more than 7 years of dating, Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri have publicly expressed their desire to start a family together in the very near future. Check out what JD had to say in the matter when spotted at Nelly’s dinner party this past week end in West Hollywood:
“Yeah, soon. Right after the tour.’ Jackson recently announced she’ll be on the road this fall. The 42-year-old pop icon, who has been married and divorced twice, once quipped that she was ‘allergic to marriage.’ Dupri is reportedly so excited to procreate with Jackson, he doesn’t care if it’s a boy or a girl. ‘It really doesn’t matter, Janet would be a great mom. She was around so many brothers and sisters all her life, so she’s got to know what that is [like]. And her mom is a great mother.”{Source 1} {Source 2}
I’m assuming I speak for most when I say: ‘It’s about time already!’ LOL. On a side note, it’s doubtful, in view of this, that we’ll be hearing any new Janet material for a while…
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