Sunday, May 31, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 5/31/15
Michael Jackson Molestation Case Tossed Out
Anita Baker Responds to Cheryl Lynn Cheryl Fires Back
Chris Brown Acknowledges His Faults
All Of Beyoncé's Music Could Soon Be Taken Off Of Tidal
Shakira's Loca Hit Back Under Scrutiny Amid Allegations Copyright Plaintiffs Lied
Tamar Braxton Has Some Lofty Goals For Her Fashion Line
Trey Songz, Jason Derulo & Ciara To Rock The St. Kitts Music Festival
B.B. King's Death To Be Investigated As A Homicide
Shaggy Discusses His 38 Million YouTube Milestone
Lion Babe - "Don't Break My Heart"
LION BABE - Don't Break My Heart by sonkengmbeukeuherv
From Lion Babe's debut self-titled EP out now.
Tinie Tempah feat. Jess Glynne - "No Letting Go"
Tinie Tempah - No Letting Go (Feat. Jess Glynne) by sonkengmbeukeuherv
Taking it to the streets of London, Tinie Tempah along with guest Jess Glynne get us ready for the summer in the fun visual for his new single “Not Letting Go.”
Ty Dolla $ign feat. YG, Joe Moses & TeeCee4800 - "Only Right"
Ty Dolla $ign - Only Right (Feat... by sonkengmboukengherv
From Ty Dolla $ign's debut album #FreeTC due out in September.
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Jamie Foxx feat. Chris Brown – "You Changed Me"
From Foxx's new album Hollywood: A Story Of A Dozen Roses, available on iTunes now.
Kyndall - "Still Down" EP
Houston-bred songstress Kyndall and Atlantic Records signee Kyndall drops her debut 6-song EP Still Down.
Friday, May 29, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Jon B. - "They Don't Know"
A former songwriter for the likes of Michael Jackson, After 7 and Toni Braxton, singer Jon. B would avoid the sophomore jinx (his debut album Bonafide went platinum and featured the Grammy-nominated single "Someone To Love") with 1997's double-platinum album, Cool Relax whose 3rd single "They Don't Know" hit #7 on the Billboard 100 and #2 on the R&B chart.
Jade De LaFleur – "Dead or Naked (Davix Remix)"
Singer Jade de LaFleur gives her hot "Dead or Naked" single a '90s-themed remix with the help of LA-based producer Davix.
Jesse Boykins III - "The Wonder Years"
Jesse Boykins III gets grainy and reminisces in "Wonder Years."
Elijah Blake feat. Dej Loaf - "I Just Wanna"
Here's the official video for Elijah Blake's "I Just Wanna" featuring Def Loaf, from his debut album Shadows & Diamonds.
Robert Glasper - "The Worst (Jhene Aiko cover)"
Jazz pianist Robert Glasper does a slow-simmering cover take on Jhene Aiko's "The Worst," part of a compilation of covers recorded at the Capitol Studios in Hollywood last December.
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Tamar Braxton - "If I Don't Have You"
Tamar Braxton - "If I Don't Have You"
New summertime ballad from Tamar Braxton, now available on iTunes.
D∆WN - "Titans" x "James Dean"
D∆WN - Titans x James Dean by WOOVE
D∆WN (A.K.A. Dawn Richard) bridges the gap between new album Blackheart and her next project (an EP called RedemptionHeart) by dropping a mash-up video for album interlude “Titans” and new song “James Dean,", directed by Monty Marsh,
Marissa - "No Scrubs"
New ATL artist Marissa displays her love for TLC with her own version of their classic track "No Scrubs."
Lloyd - "Girl From The South"
Been a minute since we last heard from Lloyd as he drops his first single since 2011's King Of Hearts with an ode to a "Girl From The South".
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Ryan McDermott - "Dealer"
G.O.O.D. Music recording artist and Kanye West protégé Ryan McDermott drops the buzz track “DEALER“, a sonic and visual prelude to the summer release of a brand new project called “DAWN BREAKS“, that's directed byMcDermott
EverythingOShaun - "Bipolar"
Talented new artist EverythingOShaun (formerly Ohshawn) drops his new single “Bipolar”.
Th3Rea$on feat. Jaxon – "Freaky Girl (remix)"
Th3Rea$on, an artist out of Houston, TX, gets his grown man on with the remix to his bouncy single “Freaky Girl", featuring up-and-coming artist Jaxon.
Andra Day - "Forever Mine"
New doo-wop flavored tune from Audra Day, from her debut album Cheers To The Fall.
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Jason Derulo feat. Jennifer Lopez - "Try Me"
Jason Derulo feat. Jennifer Lopez - "Try Me"
Next week, Jason Derulo will release his fourth album Everything Is 4 featuring appearances from Stevie Wonder, K. Michelle, Meghan Trainor, and Jennifer Lopez, who guests here on “Try Me".
Brion – “How I Live It”
West-coast artist Brion checks in his new Spacehead-produced track “How I Live It”.
Netta Brielle feat The Jacka - "Love U or Leave U"
Atlantic Records signee Netta Brielle hits us with a new single called “Love U or Leave U” featuring The Jacka, new project 580 is on the way.
Jon Bellion - "Woke The F*ck Up"
Jon Bellion shows that he isn't afraid of displaying his emotional side on this heart-breaking single "Woke The F*ck Up".
Monday, May 25, 2015
Rashad - "I Thought About Leaving Her"
New single from Ohio native Rashad called “I Thought About Leaving Her" rocks Grand Puba's Cal Tjader sample to startling effect.
Tinashe - "I'm Coming 4 U"
Tinashe - "I'm Coming 4 U"
Another leak that's sure to make Tinashe non-too-happy, but hey as with all of her music, it's too dope not to check out.
Sinead Harnett - "Anywhere But Here"
North London soul singer Sinead Harnett gears up for her debut album with her latest single, "Anywhere But Here".
Shad Star - "Put It Down"
UK R&B singer Shad Star shows you how he puts it down in this new single/video.
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News - 5/24/15
Brendan Philip Talks 'Shadow Ceremony' and His "Alt-R&B" Aesthetic
Music: Exploring Roots of R&B with Lavay Smith
Prolific Bassist Louis Johnson, of the Brothers Johnson, Dies at 60
Akon Launches Solar Technology Initiative To Bring Energy To Multiple Homes In Africa
Is Rihanna Teaming Up With Dancehall Artist For ‘R8?’
Ginuwine Changes Upcoming Album Title to 'Bachelor Again But Wiser'
Janelle Monae Responds to Tyrese's IG Love Letter
Krept & Konan feat. Jeremih - "Freak Of The Week"
Krept & Konan drop the visual for their single “Freak Of The Week” featuring Jeremih and produced by DJ Mustard.
Josué feat. Billy Green – "Summer Time"
Australian soul singer Josué (pronounced Hose-way) has dropped a soulful summer song aptly called “Summer Time” featuring rapper Billy Green.
Jasmine V: One Night Episode 2
Jasmine V drops the second episode of her VLog series and we follow her making stops in Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale and a few other spots. You get live footage, backstage preparations and a lot more.
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Antoine Dunn - "I'm Gonna Love You"
Antoine Dunn - I’m Gonna Love You / BMF by Blak_Music_First
Cleveland native Antoine Dunn releases the visual for his new single "I'm Gonna Love You" from his album coming this summer.
Tory Larenz - "Acting Like"
Tory Lanez - Acting Like / BMF by Blak_Music_First
Shlohmo-produced second release from his upcoming EP.
Natasha Mosley - "Anything"
New sultry video for "Anything" from Natasha Mosley, her Rose Hall album dropped yesterday.
Friday, May 22, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Kindred The Family Soul - "Far Away"
Native Philadelphia, neo-soul duo, Kindred the Family Soul burst onto the music scene in 2003 with their debut album, Surrender to Love, which includes their debut single and this week's Friday Night Throwback "Far Away". The track, an honest ode to the trials and tribulations of young, married life would peak at #6 on the U.S. R&B Recurrent Airplay list. The duo, who just released their 5th album A Couple Friends last year, were discovered by fellow Philly singer Jill Scott via the city's underground neo-soul movement.
Kameron Corvet - "Nothing At All" (Official Video)
Here's the visuals for Kameron Corvet's new single "Nothing At All" from him upcoming EP Due Process.
Meaku – "Missing You"
Nigerian-American artist Meaku releases visual for his hit single “Missing You", produced by Regiz Beatz.
Anthony Lewis feat. Life & Chevy Woods - "Shawty"
L.A. native Anthony Lewis recruits Life and Chevy Woods for his new track "Shawty".
Bobby V feat. Snootie Wild – "Versace Sheets"
Bobby V takes a break from Pleasure P. and Ray J assisted Dirty Rose project to release another solo joint titled "Versace Sheets" featuring Memphis rapper Snootie Wild.
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Bilal - "Satellites"
The always innovative Bilal portrays a modern day healer in his socially-conscious charged new visual "Satellites".
Todd Zack Jr. ~ "late." [EP]
Singer/songwriter Todd Zack Jr., out of Ohio but now residing in Vegas keeps everything organic and smooth on his new EP late.
Mila J & BC Kingdom ~ "Press Start"
Never one to be pigeonholed, Mila J teams up with L.A. duo BC Kingdom for a hazy electronic smokescreen of beats with this 6-song Press Start EP.
Jason Derulo feat. Stevie Wonder and Keith Urban - "Broke"
Jason Derulo wrote a song with Stevie Wonder and Keith Urban and it's not bad.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Amy Official Trailer #1 (2015)
Watch the official trailer for "Amy" Winehouse documentary, due out July 10.
Victoria Monet - "High Luv"
Fresh off of dropping her nostalgic "90 Babies" single, Victoria Monet is back with another infectious track from her Nightmares & Lullabies: Act II EP, due out June 16.
Monica – "Just Right for Me”
New single from Monica produced by longtime collaborator Polow Da Don. “Just Right for Me” is the 1st single off her upcoming album Code Red.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
K. Michelle - "Hard To Do"
K. Michelle shows off her animalistic side in new "Hard To Do" single/video, now available on iTunes.
Monday, May 18, 2015
Ray J feat. Lil Wayne - "Brown Sugar"
First Ray J solo track since last summer's "ATM", this new cut titled "Brown Sugar" features Lil Wayne.
Elijah Blake - "Fading"
Elijah Blake - "Fading"
After recently dropping "I Just Wanna..." featuring Dej Loaf, singer Elijah Blake keeps the buzz going with "Fading" off his upcoming Shadows & Diamonds project, dropping June 23rd.
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 5/17/15
22-Year-Old R&B singer August Alsina Reveals He’s Going Blind
Detroit R&B-Jazz Singer Ortheia Barnes-Kennerly Dead at 70
Ex-Member Of Local R&B Group Facing Murder Charge Arrested Here
'From My Lips,' Janet Jackson Announces New Album, World Tour
Omarion Returns to No. 1 on Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Chart, Nearly a Decade Later
Tyrese Professes His Love For Janelle Monae On Instagram
BB King Was Great Because He Played Out Of Tune
Keri Hilson feat. Young Thug – "Keep It 100"
Keri Hilson feat. Young Thug – "Keep It 100"
After a long hiatus, singer-songwriter Keri Hilson returns with the bouncy "Keep It 100" featuring rapper Young Thug.
Kehlani & Ambré Perkins - "Preach"
Kehlani and New Orleans newcomer Ambré Perkins offer up their own version of Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR's "Preach".
Saturday, May 16, 2015
Evan Ross feat. T.I. - "How To Live Alone"
Evan Ross feat. T.I. - "How To Live Alone"
Evan Ross, actor and son of of the legendary Diana Ross, grabs ATL co-star/rapper T.I. for his debut single entitled "How To Live Alone".
Friday, May 15, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: B.B. King - "Every Day I Have The Blues"
In honor of B.B. King, the great blues icon who passed away at 89 yesterday, this week's Friday Night Throwback selection is King's "Every Day I Have The Blues". The 1955 song, which King fell in love with due to its 'crisp and relaxed sound', was one of King's favorites and he would open his live shows with the song well into the 1970's. Originated with the early blues pioneers Sparks brothers from St. Louis in the 1930's, the popular song was also covered by the likes of Joe Williams and the Count Basie Orchestra. However, it is King's version that remains the staple, reaching number eight on the R&B chart while becoming an important piece in King's legacy.
Young Marco - "Gone Long Gone"
New single from Young Marco as he preps for his upcoming debut album, Tell The World.
Rihanna - "B*tch Better Have My Money (Diplo & Grandtheft Remix)"
Producer Diplo, alongside Canadian trap producer, DJ Grandtheft of Rihanna's hit single "Stay", uploaded this official remix of her hit single ""B*tch Better Have My Money".
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Kranium feat. Ty Dolla $ign - "Nobody Has To Know"
Jamaican sensation Kranium releases a remixed version of his hit single, “Nobody Has To Know" with a hand from Ty Dolla $ign.
Elle Varner - "The End Of The Beginning"
The multi-talented Elle Varner mostly raps here about the struggle to hold onto her integrity on this new track called "The End Of The Beginning".
Lianne La Havas – "Unstoppable"
New single from UK singer Lianne La Havas entitled "Unstoppable" from her forthcoming album Blood, out July 31..
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Jamie Foxx feat. Wale – "Like a Drum"
Jamie Foxx feat. Wale – "Like a Drum"
3rd single from fifth album Hollywood: A Story of a Dozen Roses which drops on May 18.
Sammie - feat. Ying Yang Twins - "Show Me"
Sammie - Show Me (Feat. Ying Yang Twins) / BMF by Blak_Music_First
Brand new single/video from Sammie is a certified club-banger with the Ying Yang Twins jumping on board.
Jordan Bratton - "Victoria"
3rd single from his 6-song EP entitled Youth which was released today and is also available on iTunes.
Melanie Fiona - "Bite the Bullet"
Two-time Grammy award winner Melanie Fiona gives love an ultimatum on her newest single "Bite the Bullet".
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Leon Bridges - "Better Man"
Here's Leon Bridges' new video for "Better Man", taken from his new album Coming Home available 6/23.
LeToya Luckett - "Blessed (Freestyle)"
Another teaser (this time a freestyle to Big Sean's hit "Blessings" entitled "Blessed") from LeToya Luckett, before she drops her forthcoming album, Until Then.
Alyssa Veniece feat. Emerson Brooks - "Unfamiliar"
Canadian singer/songwriter Alyssa Veniece makes her debut with a single titled “Unfamiliar” featuring singer Emerson Brooks, that's also produced by the two.
Tink - "Million" [Aaliyah Tribute)
Tink - "Million" [Aaliyah Tribute)
The super-producer Timbaland and Chicago native Tink pay homage to Aaliyah and her ’90s hit “One in a Million” with a new track simply titled “Million.”
Monday, May 11, 2015
Leona Lewis - "Fire Under My Feet"
Leona Lewis - Fire Under My Feet / BMF by Blak_Music_First
Lead single from forthcoming album I Am and Leona's first release with new label Island Records.
Sunday, May 10, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 5/10/15
Exclusive Book Excerpt: Marvin Gaye's Ex-Wife Reveals Tales of Sexual Deviance, Drugs and Anxiety in New Memoir
Tameka Raymond Pens Emotional Mother’s Day Essay On The Loss Of Her Son
A Superfan Was Caught Naked in Chris Brown's Bed
Kehlani Inks Distribution Deal With Atlantic Records
R&B Singer Tq Launches App To Share New Music With Fans
Jodeci Tops Adult R&B Songs for First Time in 22 Years
10 Hottest Hip-Hop and R&B Moms
Justine Skye - "Bandit"
Justine Skye - Bandit / BMF by Blak_Music_First
Justine Skye shows off her bad girl side in the video for “Bandit” off her upcoming EP Emotionally Unavailable.
Prince will be headlining a Baltimore concert for peace today with a song he wrote specifically about the current unrest in Baltimore, yesterday he released that song online.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Lion Babe – "Move On Up (Curtis Mayfield Cover)"
UK group Lion Babe pays homage to the great Curtis Mayfield with this funky cover of his classic track ”Move on Up.”
Janine and the Mixtape - "XX" EP
Two years after releasing her debut EP, Dark Mind, New Zealand singer Janine and the Mixtape returns with a brand new EP, XX that nicely picks up where Dark Mind left off, with sensual production combined Janine’s lustful vocals.
Ciara - "I Got You"
A very touching and personal video from Ciara, celebrating motherhood on the 3rd single from new album Jackie, which is out now.
Tony Sunshine feat. Red McFly - "It's Going Down"
New single called "It's Going Down" from former Terror Squad member and Big Pun protege Tony Sunshine featuring Red McFly. The song serves as an appetizer for Tony's upcoming mixtape, No Filter, coming later this spring.
Dawn Richard - "Genocide"
Former Danity Kane singer Dawn Richard (who now goes by DΔWN) shares her concerns with the ongoing strife going on in urban communities on this experimental new track, "Genocide".
Friday, May 8, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: George Benson - "Give Me The Night"
Produced by the legendary Quincy Jones, 1980's "Give Me The Night" (from the album of the same name) would be ten-time Grammy Award-winning musician, guitarist, Jazz Master, singer and songwriter George Benson's biggest commercial success. The first single from Benson to hit number one on the US Billboard Soul Singles chart, the single would peak at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Willow Smith - "F Q-C #7"
Willow Smith - F Q-C #7 / BMF by Blak_Music_First
This track first premiered on Jay Z's TIDAL streaming service, could serve as the first single from Willow's debut album which will perhaps drop sometime this year.
Dirty Rose (aka Bobby V, Pleasure P & Ray J) - “Bad Habit”
Bobby V, Pleasure P & Ray J come together to form a supergroup called Dirty Rose. Take a listen to their first release “Bad Habit”.
Kyndall – "Girl You Loud (Remix)"
Here's a new track by Kyndall, a remix of Chris Brown and Tyga’s song from their Fan Of A Fan album for her Trill Tuesdays series entitled “Girl You Loud“.
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Sammie - "Dear: America"
Undoubtedly inspired by recent events surrounding police brutality around the country, Sammie gets socially-conscious on his new single "Dear: America".
Larissa Dubois - "Words No Good"
Indie singer/songwriter Larissa Dubois scores with this rousing, yet jaded ode to words that carry no weight on "Words No Good" from her upcoming debut EP.
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Eddie Murphy - "Oh Jah Jah"
Eddie Murphy revisits his reggae career with a video for his surprising hit "Oh Jah Jah".
Audrey Rose feat. Jadakiss – "Used To Be"
Singer Audrey Rose links with Jadakiss for the latest single from her new mixtape, Chapter One: Guns & Roses.
Adrian Marcel - "Pieces"
Adrian Marcel is back with this single from his new mixtape Weak After Next Reloaded.
Melanie Amaro feat. Fabolous – "Dust"
Former X-Factor contestant Melanie Amaro collabs with rapper Fabolous for her single entitled "Dust".
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Jacquees feat. Juvenile - "Bout It"
Cash Money Records/Rich Gang R&B artist Jacquees teams up with fellow Cash Money legend Juvenile for the first single off Jacquees' upcoming project, Mood.
Jamie Foxx feat. Kid Ink - "Baby's In Love"
Jamie Foxx feat. Kid Ink - "Baby's In Love"
From his fifth album Hollywood: A Story of a Dozen Roses set to be released on May 18.
Sevyn Streeter - "How Bad Do You Want It (Oh Yeah)"
Sevyn Streeter's contribution to the Furious 7 soundtrack.
Samantha feat. DeJ Loaf - "League Of My Own"
18-year-old Jamaican model, singer, songwriter and Columbia Records signee Samantha J teams up with rising rapper Dej Loaf on this new track
Monday, May 4, 2015
Nichola feat. Donzelly - "Conclusions"
Indie artist Nichola brings a sultry sound to this new track entitled “Conclusions” featuring Donzelly and produced by Aktive.
Miguel feat. Wale - "Coffee (F***ing)"
Miguel feat. Wale - "Coffee (F***ing)"
Miguel snags rapper Wale and a soothing electric guitar on this full version of his track “Coffee".
Kameron Corvet – "Nothing At All"
Brand new single from singer/songwriter/guitarist Kameron Corvet is the first track from his forthcoming EP Due Process.
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 5/3/15
Bluesman B.B. King 'In Home Hospice Care,' His Website Says
Kehlani Releases the Year's First Great R&B Album With 'You Should Be Here'
TV One's "R&B Divas LA" Reunion Special Part One Reaches 1.3 Million Total Viewers 2+
8 Signs An R&B Album Will Flop
R. Kelly Apologizes to Fans After Ditching Concert Last Minute Over Payment; Fans Trash Stage
Michelle Obama And Ciara Promote ‘Get Schooled’ Campaign During College Signing Day
Lauryn Hill Just Made The Greatest Apology Video Ever
Victoria Monét - "90's Babies"
California singer-songwriter Victoria Monet unveiles a video for "90's Babies," her first single in support of her forthcoming EP, Nightmares & Lullabies: Act II.
Lyfe Jennings - "Baltimore (Tribute Song)"
Singer/songwriter Lyfe Jennings is doing his part to bring awareness and hope to the city of Baltimore in the light of community unrest following the death of Eddie Gray, who was in police custody.
Saturday, May 2, 2015
Christina Milian - "Rebel"
Christina Milian - Rebel / BMF by Blak_Music_First
The always fly Christina Milian stays on the grind with another single off her upcoming first album since 2006's So Amazin.
Maejor - "We Ready"
Maejor - We Ready / BMF by Blak_Music_First
In continuation of his "First Of The Month" Detroit singer Maejor returns again tonight with another new video for “We Ready”.
Porsha Nicole - "When It Goes Up"
Check out the brand new track from Bay Area super producer Shonuff’s first artist Porsha Nicole. The single from the 25-year-old, Tampa, Florida songstress is entitled ‘When It Goes Up”.
Omarion feat. DeJ Loaf, Trey Songz, Ty Dolla Sign & Rick Ross - "Post To Be (Remix)"
If you thought it couldn't get any better than Jhebe Aiko and Chris Brown, Omarion proves you wrong with this remix to "Post To Be" featuring Dej Loaf, Trey Songz, Rick Ross and Ty Doll $ign.
Smith (aka Jared Shanklin) - "Do It Again"
Baltimore, MD native Smith (fka Jared Shanklin), who dropped his first EP entitled “Christmas In July” back in 2012, returns to the scene with this charismatic single "Do It Again".
Friday, May 1, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Ben E. King - "Stand By Me"
Word has come out that legendary soul singer Ben E. King, best known for his classic "Stand By Me," died Thursday of natural causes. King started his career in the late 1950's with The Drifters, singing lead on hits that included "There Goes My Baby" and "Save The Last Dance For Me". After going solo, he hit No. 1 on the R&B charts and gained a Top Ten hit on the U.S. charts twice with "Stand By Me" in 1961. The song, written by King, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, returned to the charts in the 1980's when it was featured on the soundtrack of the 1986 film Stand by Me. Inspired by the spiritual "Lord Stand by Me", plus two lines rooted in Psalms 46:2–3, to date there have been over 400 recorded versions of the song. King's other hits included "Spanish Harlem", "Amor", "Don't Play That Song (You Lied)" and "Supernatural Thing - Part I." Originally from North Carolina, but raised in Harlem, NY, the great Ben E. King was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame in 2009 and in 2012 the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced that "Stand By Me" would receive its 2012 Towering Song Award and that King would be honored with the 2012 Towering Performance Award for his recording of the song.