Music

Ok let’s face it, Lady Gaga is innovative and cooky and to be frank–I love her cooky. My fear for the meat-wearing entertainer though, is that after the headless performances, photo shoots as Joe Calderone and many of her other Cirque Du Soleil antics–how will she be able to keep that momentum going? I mean, how many […]

People have always asked what the rap game has been missing. Some will respond that rap is missing the fun and party atmosphere it once…

Brandy turned it up at the  “Sister’s Only” expo in Atlanta Georgia, performing her upbeat single–“Put It Down” and new track “Wildest Dreams.” Donning a racy leather ensemble, Brandy commanded the crowd with precise choreography and sexy struts across the stage. MUST READ: Brandy’s “Two Eleven” Tracklist Looks Promising… Also in attendance, were celebs: Kelly […]

If you’ve been keeping up with TV One’s “R&B Divas,” like we have, you should be just as enthused as us, to hear Faith Evan‘s forthcoming album featuring Keke Wyatt, Selena Johnson, Monifa and former Brownstone singer—Nicci. Fantasia and Kelly Price also lend their vocals to the powerhouse LP. MUST READ: ‘R&B Divas’ Spoof: “Faith […]

K. Michelle may be involved in a “messy” lawsuit over her adamant domestic violence claims against music exec/ ex-boyfriend Memphitz, but that hasn’t affected the “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta“ diva’s vocals one bit! Michelle can sing her a** off and proved it last night, at SOB’s, where she performed for a sold out audience. […]

Looks like Ciara finally tapped back into her R&B reservoir, where she buried such classics as “Promise” and “Ride,” to deliver her latest track “Sorry.” The fizzling singer released the sizzling hot video for the new single today–Ci Ci brings the heat and flexes her acting chops.  In the heartbreak themed video, Ciara and her delicious leading man, […]

Brandy‘s sixth LP Two Eleven is slated to hit stores on October 16, 2012, and from the one song I’ve heard thus far, it sounds great, right! (I’m trying to keep an open mind here, work with me.) The album title is a reference to her birthday and the day mentor Whitney Houston died. MUST READ: Brandy Reveals […]

Look, I’m a Nicki Minaj fan, but I just can’t get with her new song “The Boys,” featuring Bad Boy artist Cassie. “The Boys” is a messy cross between pop, hip-hop and techno music–even the lyrics are horrid. “Your lipsticks stinks, smells like a cheap motel,” raps Nicki. Add Cassie’s limited vocals on top of […]

With the announcement of the 2012 BET “Hip Hop Award” nominees, we now positively believe Kanye West and the legendary cable music network are having a love affair. West is the most nominated artist receiving nods in 17 of the 18 categories, followed by 2 Chainz who racked up 13, and Drake who scored 11. […]

R&B newcomer The Weeknd, ushered his way into the music industry on the heels of his Canadian brethren, Drake. They share a similar sound, composed of soft vocals and lyrics about alcoholic and drug infused nights with girls. Being an avid fan of the “In My Zone” artist, I am delighted to hear that he […]

It’s no secret that President Barack Obama listens to hip-hop. Besides a blossoming friendship with hip-hop giant Jay-Z, he’s also recently said in an interview that he and the First Lady have some hip-hop on their iPods. Must Read: Michelle Obama At The DNC: What Her Speech Teaches Us About Love [ORIGINAL] Despite Nicki Minaj’s recent Mitt […]

23-year-old Lianne La Havas is at the beginning of her career and is already nominated for “Best New Act” at The Q Awards. The English songstress released her debut album Is Your Love Big Enough? this year. It charted at number four in the UK and established her presence in the soul/folk music realm. Her […]