SWV continues to wow us with the new music. I have heard quite a bit of the new album, and as I have said before, I'm happy that they are putting out music that reflects who they are and what they've done. Their newest installment, "It's All About You" is nice! I like the harmonies, and for those who think that they ain't got it (yea, I know it isn't the best ENGLISH) ... they have it - and real nice too.
I debated putting this on my page for fear of being on his bandwagon, but this Frank Ocean song bangs. This song was written for the Backstreet Boys awhile ago. From what I gather, he will be releasing unreleased tracks that he has done in the past. I know some of the artists that should have recorded his material will be kicking themselves for this - because he will get positive press. Say what you want about his qwerky personality and some of the "odd" things that he does that obscures him in popular conversation at times - the man has some serious pen game! Mainstream artists are really biting his style and he continues to prove why he is an innovator at his craft. He truly is in a category of his own. This "PDA" joint may could have revamped their career... *shrug*
This song reminds me of the year (around 2006 or 2007) that everybody wanted to write songs about strippers. However, I gotta give it to Chrishan on his delivery. He handled this song from beginning to end. I can't say that I approve or detest of the subject matter (LOL!) but the song is catchy (as I sit here and do the "Sigma-neck" at my desk). However, let me know if you feeling it! And if you start reminiscing about a "Sweet Vicki" experience - Chrishan accomplished what he set out to do (and what most artists want you to do) -- have a personal experience that connects you to the song.
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Thursday, April 12, 2012
Thursday, April 5, 2012
New in MUSIC (4/05/12)
As you know SWV is about to release a new project on April 17th. I'm so glad that they are back and they haven't missed a step. I like it when groups/artists make comebacks and keep the integrity of their sound but evolve to remain relevant. SWV still gives you 90's New Jack Swing type music, but they have a new millennium groove without overdoing it. I'm glad that this generation have the opportunity to expand their horizons beyond the pop-driven music that we have been inundated with in the past few years. Here's an album sampler of their new project entitled I Missed Us.
Kelly Rowland is going full speed ahead. While former-bandmate Beyonce has taken a sabbatical from music since having her baby, Kelly has struck gold. From hot singles like, "Motivation" & "Lay it On Me" to cameo appearances as the best friend of LaLa on LaLa's Full Court Life, everything she does seems likeable. At first glance of this song, I was concerned about the collaboration between her and Bei Major. For me, he's hit-or-miss, and she's the new "it" girl - so I was wondering how the song would work, but I soon found that this mellow track is a winner. I love the ambient background vocals: it's an atmosphere changer. Download and listen to it. Definitely feels like summer.
It's been about a year and a half since we heard some of industry's big male stars doing promotional spots for No Boys Allowed. Now, Keri Hilson is back in the saddle and I think this one of her best vocal performances yet. "Freedom Ride" is an extremely well-written lyrical exposition about a couple who "took a break" and now Hilson is on the losing end. This song will be featured in the upcoming Steve Harvey bestseller novel-turned-movie, Think Like a Man. Keri shuts this track down! I keep telling people that REAL singing is about to bust to the forefront. If artists keep producing songs like this, I can only imagine what the rest of 2012 will look like.
I'm beginning to think that the ladies of Xscape are better when their apart than when they were together. Kandi has been doing very well with her business ventures and music writing; Tiny is doing well with her marriage, TV show, and supporting the artists in her house, and now Ms. Latocha Scott is releasing a song. Latocha was (in my opinion) the lead singer of Xscape. She had the power and runs of the group which propelled many of their hit songs into our ears. Her latest offering "Bad Timing" is a solid performance and I think you will like how the song situates itself in contemporary R&B.
OTHER MUSIC NEWS:
Be on the lookout for my favorite male vocalist right now - Mr. Eric Benet. He will be releasing his project on June 5th, entitled The One. He has a couple of features that he already given us information on: his daughter, India, Shaggy, AND LIL'WAYNE [that man is EATING good with all these features he's been getting].
April 18th (and we will have more to feature about this), a budding star in the music world - Mr. Kevin Cossom will be releasing his long-awaited project Hook vs. Bridge II. Kevin is the man behind the "Knock You Down" (among others) by Keri Hilson, and I know this project will be DOPE! Pay attention in the coming weeks, hopefully it'll be featured on Fresh Friday post.
Kelly Rowland is going full speed ahead. While former-bandmate Beyonce has taken a sabbatical from music since having her baby, Kelly has struck gold. From hot singles like, "Motivation" & "Lay it On Me" to cameo appearances as the best friend of LaLa on LaLa's Full Court Life, everything she does seems likeable. At first glance of this song, I was concerned about the collaboration between her and Bei Major. For me, he's hit-or-miss, and she's the new "it" girl - so I was wondering how the song would work, but I soon found that this mellow track is a winner. I love the ambient background vocals: it's an atmosphere changer. Download and listen to it. Definitely feels like summer.
It's been about a year and a half since we heard some of industry's big male stars doing promotional spots for No Boys Allowed. Now, Keri Hilson is back in the saddle and I think this one of her best vocal performances yet. "Freedom Ride" is an extremely well-written lyrical exposition about a couple who "took a break" and now Hilson is on the losing end. This song will be featured in the upcoming Steve Harvey bestseller novel-turned-movie, Think Like a Man. Keri shuts this track down! I keep telling people that REAL singing is about to bust to the forefront. If artists keep producing songs like this, I can only imagine what the rest of 2012 will look like.
I'm beginning to think that the ladies of Xscape are better when their apart than when they were together. Kandi has been doing very well with her business ventures and music writing; Tiny is doing well with her marriage, TV show, and supporting the artists in her house, and now Ms. Latocha Scott is releasing a song. Latocha was (in my opinion) the lead singer of Xscape. She had the power and runs of the group which propelled many of their hit songs into our ears. Her latest offering "Bad Timing" is a solid performance and I think you will like how the song situates itself in contemporary R&B.
OTHER MUSIC NEWS:
Be on the lookout for my favorite male vocalist right now - Mr. Eric Benet. He will be releasing his project on June 5th, entitled The One. He has a couple of features that he already given us information on: his daughter, India, Shaggy, AND LIL'WAYNE [that man is EATING good with all these features he's been getting].
April 18th (and we will have more to feature about this), a budding star in the music world - Mr. Kevin Cossom will be releasing his long-awaited project Hook vs. Bridge II. Kevin is the man behind the "Knock You Down" (among others) by Keri Hilson, and I know this project will be DOPE! Pay attention in the coming weeks, hopefully it'll be featured on Fresh Friday post.
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