There is no denial that T.I. is bringing the heat for this summer. From his club banger 'Swing your Rag' produced by Sweatz Beats that always manages to get me on the dance floor when it comes on, and not to forget from his latest single 'What up,What's happening' where he goes at his haters in the most slick yet interesting way and states "all dem videos ain't hurting me" HHHmmphh! I wonder who he's talking to, especially when the line 'Cauz I yell Bankhead I ain't mention your name and you feel left out' dropped. Above is the rumored photo album cover for his latest LP 'Paper Trail' which is due to hit stores in Sept.9-2008. You can listen to both songs by visiting his myspace music page.
Young and talented actress/singer Tiffany Evans is coming back for round two in the upcoming year. According to her myspace blog, Evans is already making moves to start the production on a new look on her upcoming album which to my understanding does not have a name yet and she promised all of her fans it's the best that they will hear from her! How exited, I have to admit I always get happy when a young artist is brewing and grooming to take the spotlight. Watching videos like this and specially this, homegirl is def on my to-watch list. How about you..? *WINK*
Former Destiny Child's member Michelle Williams is fully loaded and ready for her album release this summer on August 12th. You have to bear with me guys, because I might be a little late with today's post(s). I already explained my whereabouts a little earlier. Coming back to Michelle and her album cover, I'm going to be all out real and say that I'm feeling her first single 'We Break the dawn', along with this album artwork.
I think it's one of those songs that takes a couple days to get in your system, and then when it gets in BOOM! but I am very dissapointed in the lack of promotions in this album! I mean her sound is different, the look and I really feel mad that people can't accept well another Destiny Child member having success if it's not Beyonce. Nothing personal against miss B, but damn!
Today is the official release for Usher's long waited album 'Here I stand'. Although I have not gone to best buy to purchase my copy, due to the crazy-ass weather we have down here in Boston. I thought it would be fairly appropriate to post the June 2 issue of Jet magazine which is being covered by Mr.Raymond himself.
Below is a snippet from the cover story 'Don't count me out' courtesy of Ebonyjet.com
Usher On Parenthood And Passions
If given the opportunity to have a sit-down discussion about the essence of Black music with any artist, living or dead, the person that Usher Raymond IV would chose is none other than the great Marvin Gaye. “I just think his mind was beautiful,” says Usher of the man whose work he admires. “There was a very realist yet sexual side of Marvin Gaye that was displayed in his records. There was an intimacy as well as vulnerability, and I think that you kind of get that in my CD.” Here I Stand, released May 27, is the highly anticipated CD that Usher is referring to. Much like Marvin, he takes on issues of the heart as the theme for his music. “It’s about the power of love, dedication and commitment and what that feels like,” explains the singer, who turns 30 on Oct. 14. “Every man comes to that point in his life when he just grows up. This is a part of that dialogue that goes with that.”
I am pretty sure you know by now that Plies is my hubby no.2 right..? T.I. is no.1 and if you didn't shame on you! *laughs* Anyways a few snaps from my boo's promo tour 2008 for his album 'Definition of Real' which will be in stores June 10th. If you are a fan of Plies find out what's in stores for you after the cut.
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Atlanta native, rapper Ludacris is doing big things! Luda revealed that he is currently gearing up for both an album release and a movie. The Def Jam recording artist's fourth studio album - 'Theater of the Mind' is set to release in September '08.
This album will feature production from other heavy haters in the music game such as : Dr.Dre,DJ Paul of Three6, 9th Wonder,DJ Don Cannon and so forth.
Now as far as his upcoming movie project. 'Max Payne' is currently being filmed in Canada, but no words on a release date for this particual movie and I also heard that he will be co-starring in an upcoming movie which is set to hit theaters on October 31 '08. Big up to Luda for getting on his grind.[Source]
As you might have already be aware. The Game is gearing up for his third studio album release in the upcoming weeks. 'LAX' will be hitting stores on July 8th with guest appearances from Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, Rae-Kwan, Keyshia Cole I believe and etc.. New album equals promotions, so Game called into Boston's Jamn94.5 radio station last night to speak on the album and blah! blah! What got my attention is when the interviewer asked him about Dr.Dre producing on the album,
Game got a little salty and responded in a serious tone "Let me make this clear,since people keep asking me. Dre will not be producing on this album or matter of fact on anything I do in the future" Hummmph! Game went further into clarrifying that he personally does not have any problems with his mentor Dre, he just don't know the deal with their work relationship. But again *no beef* Don't you think that is a little shady especially with us knowing how much of a b*tch 50 can be at all times.
My baby daddy no.2Plies album cover has surfaced! I'm not sure if that is him behind the mask, but then again. I think that's his hands *observing* Plies's sophomore album ' Definiton of Real" is due to hit stores on June 10th.
As you know, Usher's video for his blazing new single "Love in this club" has been released a couple days ago. Despite all of the hating from various source(s) which will remained un-named. The album Here I stand has been pushed forward for an earlier release date! Now how about that ;)
According to Repping Beantown affiliate at Usher-Raymond.org. Usher has been forced to released the album on May 27 2008 rather than the original June 2008 due to popular demands from his fans!
R&B star USHER has been forced to bring forward the release of his new album HERE I STAND due to popular demand.
The Grammy winner's latest LP was due to hit stores in June (08), but, after scoring a U.S. number one with his Young Jeezy collaboration Love In This Club last month (Mar08), bosses at his record label Zomba have now decided to drop the disc on 27 May (08).
According to a press release from the Jive subsidiary label, the move was initiated to "satiate" Usher's fans.
Here I Stand is the Burn hitmaker's first release since 2004 smash Confessions
R&B singer Keyshia Cole has revealed during the taping of Bet Spring bling that she is currently working on her third album "The Love album" and fans should anticipate a December '08 release. Cole says "It’s gonna be more of a love album. It’s gonna be more about the good side of love". *Thinking* We all know
Keyshia does not like to put her personal business out there but I have to wonder, why call the album love Keyshia? She explained that "I’m calling it The Love Album, but that could change. I’m just focusing on the subjects of love that make you happy. I just wanna switch it up a little bit. That’s all" Switch things up a little bit? Naw playa' I think you are getting ready to admit publicly what the J in your life stands for and lord knows I can't wait![Bet News]
The four young ladies from the singing group Cherish are back! I am pretty sure your local radio station has been hitting you up with the first single from their upcoming album -Shorty is a killa' featuring Young Joc by now.. The ladies are actually in the process of gearing up for their 2008 sophmore album release.Just a few days after my -- birthday. The Truth will be out on May 13.It has been confirmed that their single will be titled Amnesia.
*Thanking god* Destiny's Child former group member Michelle Williams is back with a brand new look as you can view above... oh! and did I mention sound? William's upcoming albumn "Unexpected" is set to release in August 2008. No words on if there will be any collaboration with any of the DC members. But what we do know is that the album will be released via Columbia Records/Music World and the first single "We break the Dawn" [click here for sounds] will soon be release on the airways. I have one thing to say to y'all people reading this here. Please don't do homegirl, like y'all did Kelly.
Bad Boy female power group Danity KaneDiddy's dolls celebrated the release of their second album - 'Welcome to the Dollhouse' last night in the N.Y at Tenjune! Yay! I am so happy for you guys, well minus Aubrey. Just playing...Fabolous,Ne-Yo,Pati LaBelle.Overall, judging from these snaps, the event went great! so congrats girlies
So Danity Kane 's myspace peeps posted an album preview. Don't know why...because almost all these things have been shown on TV. But for those who don't watch the tv show, well there you go buddy! ;)
The official album cover for the "Umma do me" rapper - RockoArnold surfaced on the net recently. "Self Made" will be in stores March 18th. I am not going to make any comments on this man because I peeped that there is someone who visits this site who has grown to hate me for that LOL! Well at least not now ;)
For all of those who cares, Lenny Kravitz has a new album out. According to ET, "It Is Time for a Love Revolution" features Kravitz personal struggles,world and political issues. Hmmph! I'm not much of a fan to tell you the truth, but I have to admit that I am quite curious about the album. See tracklisting after the cut
Track Listing
1. "Love Revolution"
2. "Bring It On"
3. "Good Morning"
4. "Love Love Love"
5. "If You Want It"
6. "I'll Be Waiting"
7. "Will You Marry Me"
8. "I Love the Rain"
9. "A Long and Sad Goodbye"
10. "Dancin' til Dawn"
11. "This Moment is All There Is"
12. "A New Door"
13. "Back in Vietnam"
14. "I Want to Go Home"
If you were not aware, Danity Kane upcoming album will be titled "Welcome to the Dollhouse" in stores on March 18,2008. The first single off the album will be Damaged which you can listen to [here] if you have not heard it already. It is available on Itunes for all of you itunes peeps. Uuumm I'm still confused with the dollhouse part but I'm betting Dawn has a very good explanation for that.
Erykah Badu's album artwork for her upcoming LP "New Amerykah". You know I gotta give her that, because she always amazes with her unique ways of thinking. You got that G! Although I won't buy it :)
Hehe! so I guess Mr.Beans is really serious about making his comeback hunh?! For my own reasons, I have to admit that I am suprised. Those reasons will remain in a box for now. The Solution is expected to drop on December 11th. Does he really think he will be a solution to something?....
According to our affiliate str8outtanyc, Rapper T.I. is currently working on his new album while on house arrest. The album which the rapper is supposedly in hopes of releasing on Sept 2008 will be titled "Paper Trail". Word is that he has even completed six new tracks. Like I said I don't know for sure folks. If anyone has more to add to this post and clarification, Email me.
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According to our affiliate str8outtanyc, Rapper T.I. is currently working on his new album while on house arrest. The album which the rapper is supposedly in hopes of releasing on Sept 2008 will be titled "Paper Trail". Word is that he has even completed six new tracks. Like I said I don't know for sure folks. If anyone has more to add to this post and clarification, Email me.
