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"Nicole Scherzinger ft. Brick & Lace - Puakenikeni" 2007-12-19 18:23:00 Hmm Yeah, How Do You Pronounce That? Anyway, Puakenikeni Is A New Track That Has Leaked From The Serially Delayed; Her Name Is Nicole.Rumored to be the next single, it has some very hot production from Akon & features an act called Brick & Lace. I think the track is OK but it won't catch the world on fire, whatever is holding up Nicole's album, it better get sorted soon, because she needs another; Whatever U Like.Check out the track & let me know what you think, & what you make of the album delays, have you lost interest in Nicole?LISTEN: "Nicole Scherzinger ft. Brick & Lace - Puakenikeni"Can't Say The Title,But Are You Feeling The Song?Let Me Know... ... Amp

"Lupe Fiasco - The Cool" (Album Leak) 2007-12-17 13:32:00 One Of The Most Highly Anticipated Albums Of The Hip-Hop Year Has Been Leaked To The Net In The Form Of Lupe Fiasco's; The Cool.With the huge success of his current single Superstar, this was always going to be an interesting one. But I am disappointed to see that it has received a large majority of bad reviews since it's leak.Still, Lupe has a lot to say & I for one will be interested to hear him speak, if your included in this group, you can grab the album below. Loving the cover by the way.Baba Says Cool for ThoughtFree ChillyGo Go Gadget FlowThe CoolestSuperstar - Featuring Matthew SantosParis TokyoHigh Definition - Featuring Snoop Dogg And Pooh BearLittle WeaponHip-Hop Saved My Life - Featuring Nikki JeanGold WatchStreets On Fire - Featuring Matthew SantosHello GoodbyeGotta EatDumb It Down - Featuring Gemini And Graham BurrisThe Die - Featuring GeminiPut You On GameFighters - Featuring Matthew SantosGo BabyLupe Fiasco - The CoolWhat Do You Think Of The Album?Let Me Know... ...

"M.I.A - Paper Planes" (Video) 2007-12-16 13:16:00 Here Is The Brand New Video From British Grime Artists M.I.A.Her latest single Paper Planes is a definite highlight from her amazing album; Kala. M.I.A is of a particular taste & if you don't get her then that's sort of understandable, but she receives a 'cult' following from her fans, once you love her, there is no going back.Not loving the video that much, nor the fact that the gunshots have been edited out, it was sort of a big part of the record. Still this is for an American audience, so I suppose we are lucky it even gets played. If you like M.I.A or are interested in hearing her music, check out the video below.M.I.A. - Paper PlanesPresented By Urban Review Like The Sound?The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"Cherish ft. Yung Joc - Killa" (Video) 2007-12-14 14:29:00 Here Is The Brand New Video From Cherish, The R&B Beauties Are Back & Are Joined By Yung Joc.In my opinion, Killa is by far the best single Cherish have released, although that's not really saying much. Still I am really feeling the catchyness of this track, it has nothing on a Destiny's Child song but is pretty hot!Killa has been affiliated with the new movie Step Up 2, I'm sure the soundtrack will be pretty cool, just like the last one was. The video is quality, the choreography is on-point & it feels more expensive than anything Cherish have put out before.Cherish feat Yung Joc - KillaUploaded by Urban ReviewFeeling The Track?The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"Janet Jackson - Feedback" 2007-12-14 13:27:00 After A Minute Out Of The Limelight, Janet Jackson Makes A Return To The Music Scene With Her First Single To Be Lifted From A New, Currently Untitled Album.Feedback is a Dark Child produced track with a huge dance rhythm & nice arrangement. It has a hot hook & some very overdubbed vocals, but still hits the spot, Janet is obviously making a return to the mainstream pop world.Nothing too special from the 41 year old star, but it's still pretty solid. I think her album will be worth a listen, but won't make a dent on the likes of Mariah or Whitney when they drop their new records.LISTEN: Janet Jackson - FeedbackFeeling The Track?Let Me Know... ...

"Timbaland ft. Keri Hilson & Nicole Scherzinger - Scream" 2007-12-12 14:08:00 Scream Is Set To Be The Fourth World Release From Timbaland's Masterpiece Album; Shock Value. If you have not ever heard this track, you will have to give it a few listens but if you are not hooked in the end, maybe you should be listening to a different genre of music. Scream has slick production, a catchy hook & some sexy vocals from both Keri Hilson & the gorgeous Nicole Scherzinger. Although not my first choice from Shock Value it's still solid. I can't wait for a video to be shot, Damn! That is going to be hot. For now, check out the album version of the track below, I'm thinking th radio edit won't include Timbo's sleazy set at the end. LISTEN: Timbaland ft. Keri Hilson & Nicole Scherzinger - ScreamFeeling The Track?Let Me Know Your Thoughts... ... Amp

"Amy Winehouse - Love Is A Losing Game" (Video) 2007-12-11 14:45:00 Here Is The Brand New Video From Celebrity Drunk; Amy Winehouse.Love Is A Losing Game is a pretty obvious final single from her fantastic album Back To Black. I am really loving this song, which totally surprises me, it's not really my thing, but it is stunning all the same.I don't really get the video, Amy isn't dead, not yet anyway, so why the strange 'recap' sort of video? Still I can't hate on her or the track, I honestly think that this album is a modern classic & will be remembered as milestone in music.Let's hope that Amy can sort herself out, she needs help, but to get that, she has to want it. If she can get clean, I think this woman can be recognized as an international superstar, like the UK hasn't seen in a long time.Feel The Song?The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"Kid Sister ft. Kanye West - Pro Nails" (Video) 2007-12-10 14:53:00 Firstly, I'm Not The First One To Notice This Girl, So No Hating On My Lateness Please!Kid Sister is a new female MC from Chicago, as you can tell from this track, she has the backing of Mr Kanye West. But even without this huge push, she still is massive style & an awesome flow, she reminds me of Lil' Mama in a good way.I assume Pro Nails is not her first track, but it's the first I've come across & I like it, the video is slick, as is the production. Check out the video below & I would love to know what you make of her? If you want to know more, you can check out her Myspace by clicking Here.What You Think?Let Me Know... ...

"Kanye West ft. Chris Martin - Homecoming" 2007-12-10 14:29:00 Homecoming Is Reported To Be Kanye's 3rd UK Single, While The US Will Be Getting Flashing Lights As Theirs.While this is a solid enough track, I really feel there is so much better to come from Graduation, I'm really not sure why this one was chosen Still, I won't hate on it because it is a good track, even if Chris Martin is on it.Here's hoping that this one disappears real quick, so he can release Champion. Check out Homecoming below, if you don't already have the album.LISTEN: Kanye West ft. Chris Martin - HomecomingFeeling The Track?Let Me Know... ...

"Mary J. Blige - Growing Pains" (Album Leak) 2007-12-08 12:25:00 Yup, Another Top Album Has Been Leaked To The Net, This Time It's Mary J. Bliges's New Record; Growing Pains.At first listen, I'm not sure it was what I expected, but I don't want to make judgment yet, expect a review within a week or so.1. Work That 2. Grown Woman 3. Just Fine 4. Feel Like A Woman 5. Stay Down 6. Hurt Again 7. Shake Down 8. Til The Morning 9. Nowhere Fast 10. Roses 11. Fade Away 12. What Love Is 13. Work In Progress (Growing Pains) 14. Talk To Me 15. Smoke 16. Come To Me (Peace)Mary J. Blige - Growing PainsHeard The Album?Any Thoughts..? ...

"The-Dream - Love Hate" (Album Leak) 2007-12-07 19:26:00 Finally, Just Short Of It's Official US Release, Here Is One Of The Most Highly Anticipated Records Of The Year.Love Me All Summer, Hate Me All Winter is the full title of The-Dream's first album, this guy is hot! He is a producer, writer & singer, he has already been responsible for two of the biggest joints of the year, he wrote Rihanna's Umbrella & J. Holidays's Bed.I have been excited about this album for such a long time & I haven't been disappointed, I don't want to say too much about the album until I have had a lot of listens. I will be doing a full review pretty soon, for now all I will say is you will want to listen to She Needs My Love, an instant favorite & a HUGE track!1. Shawty Is Da sh*t (ft. Fabolous)2. I Luv Your Girl3. Fast Car4. She Needs My Love5. Falsetto6. Playin' In Her Hair7. Purple Kisses8. Ditch That9. Nikki10. Luv Songs11. Livin' A Lie (ft. Rihanna)The-Dream - Love HateHeard The Album?Love To Know What You Think... ...

"Jill Scott - Hate On Me" (Video) 2007-12-07 15:00:00 One Of The Greatest Voices In Music Returns With A New Album & New Single Called Hate On Me.Jill Scott, while still never reaching the mainstream audience, still holds a huge 'cult' following & for good reason. This track is awesome, the vocal performance is on par with any of the great singers out there & the video, while being pretty cheap still does it justice.Jill still maintains that she doesn't hit mainstream radio stations because the audience wants to hear beautiful people, not beautiful voices. I don't really agree with this because there are some real uglies in the music game that do well; (sorry to people in the list) Fantasia, Lil' Kim, Aretha Franklin ETC.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think Of The Track, Especially If You Have Never Heard Of Jill Scott?Jill Scott - Hate On MePresented By Urban ReviewLike Jill? The Track? The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"Jennifer Lopez - Hold It Don't Drop It" (Video) 2007-12-07 14:23:00 After Poor Sales & Bad Reviews, You Have To Give Credit To Jennifer Lopez For Continuing With The Single Releases From Her Album Brave.The video for her next single; Hold It Don't Drop It is a so-so effort, no real theme, just a good party track, I can imagine this doing well in the club scene.To be fair, this track is a favorite from the lack-luster album, but then again there is very little to chose from. It has some nice production & is an easy listen, but I personally feel that J-Lo has lost that edge she used to have, she is no longer very 'street' & now more 'pop'.Are You Liking The Track?Or The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"Kelly Rowland - Work" (Video) 2007-12-06 14:02:00 Finally! The Video For Kelly Rowland's Next UK Single Has Been Released.Work is a personal favorite of mine from the poor performing Ms Kelly, which is now experiencing a re-release. I'm puzzled why this track is not a world single, I think it's equally as good as Like This.The video is hot, it's faced paced camera shots & cool choreography match the track well, this will be a club banger over the coming months. I hope that this is the start of a long run of solid singles, this lady cannot afford another round of poor sales, otherwise her only hope is a Destiny's Child reunion.Feeling The Track?The Video?Let Me Know... ...

"The-Dream - Falsetto" (Video) 2007-12-04 18:58:00 Here Is The Video Premiere For The-Dream's Second US Single Falsetto.For those who don't know, where you been? The-Dream is a singer, songwriter & producer who penned, among others; Rihanna's - Umbrella; J Holiday's - Bed & Mary J Blige's Recent Hit Just Fine.This guy is 'Uber Cool' he reeks of talent & is one of my hot picks for the year to come. His album Love Hate is due to drop next week in the US, but currently has no UK release date, which has annoyed me to say the least. Although his first UK single is a track called Ditch That, which I will be featuring pretty soon!Seriously cannot wait to get my hands on the album, for now, check out the video below & let me know what you guys think?The-Dream - FalsettoPresented By Urban ReviewFeeling This Track?The Video?Let Me Know... ...