Friday, February 9, 2007 |
Rich Boy feat. Sean Paul - What It Do (full) - download
Another Rich Boy song has leaked, finally - I think that people were wondering if he had any other material besides “Throw Some D’s.” Anyway, this song is supposedly produced by Polow Da Don. Although it’s nothing as hard as “Throw Some D’s,” I think that fans of southern music will be really excited for the release of this album. However, I’m a little disappointed in this production, if it is Polow. He usually comes up with stuff a little more innovative than that. Or if not innovative, something that’s different from the norm or that uses elements of music from the past.
Timbaland feat. The Hives - Throw It On Me (full) - download
This track makes me a little excited for Timbaland’s upcoming album, whose debut single is the song that people made an uproar about (”Give It To Me” - which features Nelly Furtado and has Justin Timberlake coming for Prince & Janet Jackons’s throats). The first single, I wasn’t super impressed by, but I’m really digging this song. I’m glad Timbaland used The Hives (who happen to be one of my favorite bands). I’ve heard really good things about this upcoming album, and although 2006 was a good year for Timbaland, with a few hit singles, I hope this album knocks - because just ’cause you can burn out hot stuff for artists, it doesn’t neccessarily mean you’ll make the hotness for yourself.
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Friday, February 9, 2007 |
This is a little different for CL, but I thought, “Hey, why not?” If you’ve never heard of her, M.I.A. is an MC from London (by way of Sri Lanka). Her debut album, “Arular” dropped in 2005 and garnered a lot of success in the United States and internationally, appearing in several US commercials, as well as ad campaigns and being banged in clubs around the world. Well, M.I.A. is back with a brand new single, entitled “Bird Flu.” This song is electric. I really love stuff like this, but then again, my taste can be kind of funky. Let me know what you guys think, because I’d love to give more updates on her project. For more information about M.I.A. and her upcoming album, log on to miauk.com or check her out on MySpace!
M.I.A. - Bird Flu (full) - download / alternate
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Friday, February 9, 2007 |
Now, I know these two are not exactly the same song, but they are definitely very similiar. The first to come out was Nicole Scherzinger’s “Steam.” It’s produced by my homeboy Bryan-Michael Cox. I’m not exactly sure whether or not this is going to make the cut for her album, but I love the track all of the same. I think it’s a great dance record. However, when 7 & Ashanti dropped “My Number, Babe,” I was pleasantly surprised because it reminds me of a Prince record (mainly because of 7’s vocals), and because it’s a duet. But the production is pretty much identical. Which one do you prefer? Who rides the beat better? Nicole of Pussycat Dolls fame or Ashanti?
Nicole Scherzinger - Steam (full) - download
7 Aurelius & Ashanti - My Number, Babe (full) - download
Thursday, February 8, 2007 |
British soul singer and songwriter Joss Stone will release her third album, “Introducing Joss Stone,” on March 20th on Virgin Records. An electrifying mix of warm vintage soul, ’70s-style R&B, Motown girl-group harmonies, and hip-hop grooves, the album is the one that Stone describes as “truly me. That’s why I’m calling it Introducing Joss Stone,” she says. “These are my words, and this is who I am as an artist.” The new single, titled “Tell Me What We Gonna Do” features Common and is a funky track that kind of reminds me of Nikka Costa’s debut album. Make sure you check out Joss’s new album.
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Joss Stone feat. Common - Tell Me What We Gonna Do
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Thursday, February 8, 2007 |
UPGRADE!
Electric-soul songtress Macy Gray will release her long-awaited new album “Big” on March 27th through Epic Records.
The Grammy-Award winning Canton, Ohio native has compiled a twelve track disc with guest appearances from Justin Timberlake, Natalie Cole, Nas, Ron Fair, Jared & Whitey, and Black Eyed Peas headliner Fergie. Another Black Eyed Pea Will.i.am is the lead producer on the project.
Macy has taken a break from the music scene to get her act on. She has been in the HBO films, “Lackawanna Blues,” and “Idlewild,” among others.
Thursday, February 8, 2007 |
Tracee Ellis Ross, director Tyler Perry, actor Sierra McClain, actor Gabrielle Union, actor Lauryn McClain, actor Idris Elba, actor China anne McClain
Black Star Power in Hollywood: Last night tons of stars came out to support Tyler Perry and his latest movie, “Daddy’s Little Girls.” The move will hit theaters on Valentine’s day and hopefully you all will go out and support it as well.
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