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"Ja Rule ft. Lil' Wayne - Uh Oh" (Video) 2007-07-24 14:12:00 Here Is The Brand New Video From "Ja Rule".After a long old time in the shadows, 'Gansta' rapper Ja Rule returns to the music scene with the help of fellow rapper "Lil' Wayne". The Video For "Uh Oh" feels distinctly cheap which makes me wonder if this will be an official return to the music bizz for Ja, or simply a 'street single' to let us know he's not dead?I really like Ja Rule's sound, it's just a little different to the "50 Cent" type sound, this is a hot track with wicked good beats. Whether this track gets a lot of airplay will remain to be seen, but I for one am very glad to see "The Inc" return to the game, watch out fiddy.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know If You Think It's Cheap?New Ja Rule Vid,Like It? ...

Record Breaking Rihanna... 2007-07-23 13:49:00 R&B Superstar, "Rihanna" Has Reached A Record Breaking 10 Weeks! As The UK's Number #1 Single.She now holds the record for the most weeks at number #1 this Millennium, she has to hold on for a further week to beat "Whitney Houston's" "I Will Always Love You" & another 8 weeks to hold the all time record.The number #2 spot was taken by "Kate Nash", with a margin of just 131 sales, while the deserved number #1 single (in my opinion) by "Timbaland" reached number #3. I can't see Rihanna holding on any longer, but it's pretty good going for someone with questionable singing talent & a song about an "Umbrella".What Do You Make Of Rihanna & Her Umbrella, Let Me Know? ...

"Rich Boy ft. Keri Hilson & Polow Da Don - Good Things" (Video) 2007-07-22 09:30:00 Here Is The Video For The Next Single From New-Boy Rapper "Rich Boy".The track features fellow newcomers; "Keri Hilson" & producer "Polow Da Don", it is taken from Rich Boy's current self titled album. This is a cool summer video for what is a pretty good track, I don't think there is anything special about Rich Boy but Polow's production is on-point & Keri Hilson is looking like a superstar that she will soon be.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think?Rich Boy,Hot Or Not? ... Amp

"Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music" (Video) 2007-07-21 11:40:00 While "Rihanna" Has Only Just Released "Shut Up & Drive", She Has Already Been Preparing The Next Single "Don't Stop The Music".Although not exactly the most expensive video I've ever seen, it does serve it's purpose. The track itself is so well marketed to the UK & European club scene, it's dance rhythm& hot beat are complemented brilliantly by simply lyrics."Def Jam" have planned the single releases so well, "Umbrella" covering the 'Pop-R&B' scene, while "Shut Up & Drive" has it's commercial rock thing going on. Next, Rihanna is rumoured to be releasing "Hate That I Love You" which is a cheesy but likeable duet with R&B star "Ne-Yo".Check Out The Video Below & See What You Make Of It?What Do You Think,Should Rihanna Stop The Music? ...

"Diddy ft. Mario Winans - Through The Pain (She Told Me)" (Video) 2007-07-20 14:25:00 Check Out The Latest Video From "Diddy's" Mega Album "Press Play"."Through The Pain" is a different take on Diddy's style, it's mid-tempo, soft sound provides a refreshing tune, without straying too far from the usual Puffy sound. R&B singer & friend of Diddy, "Mario Winans" provides the chorus & harmonies for what is a top track.I'm not so sure that this will fair well in the charts, but never fear, Diddy already has a plan B. His next track, "Diddy Rock", produced by & featuring "Timbaland", plus "Twista" & "Shawnna", it is a colossal song that will surely continue Diddy's reign over the charts.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think?What Do You Think,Let Me Know? ...

"Sean Paul - Pick It Up And Drop It" 2007-07-19 13:53:00 Dancehall Prince "Sean Paul" Is Back With A New Album & Here Is The Lead Single."Pick It Up & Drop It" is yet another commercially styled Dancehall-HipHop fusion, with wicked good beats & fast paced lyrics. If you are not a fan of Sean Paul, it will just sound identical to every other single by him, but if your a fan you will love it.I was a big fan of SP's last album "The Trinity" & it's a shame that there were not further releases from it. I would love to see Sean release some tracks that don't contain the lyrics 'Burning Burning' & moved onto some of his far more respectable, innovative tracks, which he is more than capable of producing.Grab A Copy Of "New Age" (Title TBC) When It Is Released Later In The Year, For Now Check Out Pick It Up & Drop It, & Let Me Know What You Think.LISTEN: "Sean Paul - Pick It Up & Drop It"Sean Paul, New Album, Will You Pick It Up Or Drop It? ...

"Kano ft. Craig David - This Is The Girl" (Video) 2007-07-19 12:54:00 After The Huge Success Of His Last Album "Home Sweet Home", British MC "Kano" Makes His Return.The lead single from his new album "London Town" is going to be "This Is The Girl" & features fellow UK artist "Craig David", Kano's flow matched with David's mellow voice should be a recipe for success. But, I just do not see this track doing all that well, there is just something missing, a certain spark that Kano gave to his earlier tracks is just not there, & where is the UK grime gone?As for Craig, there is something that I have never really 'got' about him, none of his records have ever called out to me. And now he is better known in the UK for being targeted for the comedy show "Bo' Selecta" it is very hard to take him seriously.Check Out The Video For This Is The Girl, & Let Me Know What You Think?Hot Or Not,Let Me Know? ...

"Leona Lewis Update" 2007-07-18 14:18:00 UK Talent Show Winner "Leona Lewis" Is Set To Drop Her Debut Album At The End Of The Year.As the time gets closer, info is slowly leaking out regarding the highly anticipated release, now "MTV" are reporting that Rap superstar "Kanye West" has lent his hand to the record. Whether he has been rapping or producing for Lewis is unclear & I would like to stress that this hasn't been confirmed by either party, but it's great news all the same.Some critics are very sceptical to endorse material by a talent contest winner, but I think Leona will blow up in an extreme way. She has been working with the production team that are also working on "Whitney's" comeback, I think she could be the UK's first R&B superstar & will represent for us on a world scale.As More Info Is Released, I Will Of Course Keep You Updated.What Do You Think Will Become Of Leona Lewis,Love To Hear Your Opinions? ...

"Wyclef Jean ft. Akon, Lil Wayne & Nia - Sweetest Girl" 2007-07-18 13:32:00 Fresh New Music From The Refugee Camp With A Brand New Track From "Wyclef Jean".Taken from his brand new untitled album, due in September, "Sweetest Girl" is a great summer track, it's chilled beat & vocals fuse brilliantly with a catchy hook to make a top summer tune.The track features "Akon" (surprise surprise), "Lil Wayne", & a new girl in R&B, "Nia", I think her name may be "Nia Sol", if anyone knows better let me know. I was pleasantly surprised by the track itself, I am a big fan of Wyclef, but I was expecting another 'wallpaper' track, instead I found myself really liking it.Check Out Sweetest Girl & let Me Know What You think?LISTEN: "Wyclef Jean ft. Akon, Lil Wayne & Nia - Sweetest Girl"Like It, Let Me Know? ... Amp

"Nelly Furtado - Do It" (Video) 2007-07-17 14:01:00 Here Is The Video For "Nelly Furtado's" New Video For "Do It". (Apologies For The Crappy Rip, Will Update When A Better Version Becomes Available)This is the 7th! single from "Loose" & the video's are getting distinctly cheap, still I think this is a great little Pop-R&B track & I'm sure it will do Nelly well, it's a very easy listen & very catchy.Although this track is pretty cool, I still want her to release "Afraid", it is definately one of the best tracks from what is a really solid album. Loose is so smooth & well put together, with strong vocals & quality production, even the foreign language tracks are good.Check Out The Video Blow & Let Me Know What You Make Of It?Got A Copy Of Nelly's Album Yet,What Do You Think Of It? ...

Kelly Rowland Collapses On Stage... 2007-07-17 13:39:00 R&B Star "Kelly Rowland" Has Collapsed During A Live Performance In Nigeria.While on a promotional tour for her new album "Ms Kelly" the video below was shot, it shows Kells falling down in the middle of a performance of "Like This". Early reports are that she is fine & her people are saying that she passed out due to dehydration.Haters have already started rumours that it was part of Kelly's performance, to raise hype for her failing album. I truly don't believe that she would do that for her personal gain, & even if she did, it would have been on stage in New York with the world watching, not on an un-filmed tour of Nigeria, she isn't stupid.Check Out The Short Clip Below & Make Your Own Decisions, I Would Love To Know Your Thoughts?I Wish Kelly All The Best & Hope She Recovers Quickly. ...

Keri Hilson Update... 2007-07-16 13:13:00 Photo #1 - MTV News - #2 - King MagazineFor Some Time Now, I Have Been Promoting Up & Coming R&B Star "Keri Hilson".Now best known for her collaboration on "Timbo's" current smash hit "The Way I Are", she has been writing for stars across the world for a few years now & is preparing for her debut release "In A Perfect World". As a main part of writing & producing group "The Clutch" she is responsible for some of the past years top tunes, including "Ludacris - Runaway Love" & "Omarion - Ice Box".24 year old Hilson is hot because, in her own words:"I may have written your favorite song".In a recent interview with "MTV" she revealed she has been working with Timbaland (Obviously) & "Palow Da Don". Both producers contributed to her debut album, as well as collaborations with "Snoop Dogg" & "Justin Timberlake". Talking about the Timberlake track, Keri says:"It's so dope. I'm about to say too much. I'm gonna leave some to the imagination, but the song is incredible".I really ...

"Sean Kingston - Beautiful Girls" (Video) 2007-07-16 12:40:00 Yeah, I'm Really Behind On This Video.Heard this track & saw this video a long time ago, but now it is going to see it's official release in the UK, so for all my UK readers, here is an introduction to "Sean Kingston".Kingston is a 17 year old artist emerging from Jamaica with his smooth grooves & mellow beats, his first single "Beautiful Girls" samples "Ben E King's" hit, "Stand By Me". Sean's self titled debut album will see it's release at the end of July & is rumoured to feature colabs with "The Game" & "Vybz Kartel".Can't wait to hear more from Kingston, this track has been a phenomenon in the US, now he is ready to blow in the UK. Watch Out For This Track!Check Out The Video Below, Love To Know What You think?Sean Kingston - Beautiful GirlsPresented By Urban ReviewLike It, Let Me Know? ...

"Lil Mama - Make It Hot" 2007-07-15 11:38:00 Fresh Of Her Success With "Lip Gloss", 17 Rapper "Lil Mama" Is Back.This track, rumoured to be her next single from her upcoming album "Voice Of The Young People", is an up-tempo record with some nice rhymes from Lil Mama & some pretty cool production values.Although the track has not quite got the 'x-factor' for me, & it seems to be almost without a hook, it does still showcase Lil Mama's talent potential, this girl is going to be huge in the future. I can't wait to hear some more material, maybe with some hotter beats.LISTEN: "Lil Mama - Make It Hot"If you like this track, or Lil Mama as a whole, check out her random remix with "Avril Lavigne" here.Feeling The Track,Let Me Know What You Think? ...

"Mariah Carey - I Feel It" 2007-07-14 10:08:00 Here Is A Previously Unreleased Track From "Mariah Carey's" Multi-Platinum Selling Album "The Emancipation Of Mimi". "I Feel It" was posted on the 'Myspace' page of producer "Mahogany", who worked on Mimi with Mariah. Although the track did not make the final cut.It is pretty decent, a little slow & a little short but enjoyable to a certain extent. I can totally see why it was not included in the final, polished version though, as the album was just so full already & this would have been a weaker track. Give It A Listen & Let Me Know What You Think Of It?LISTEN: "Mariah Carey - I Feel It" Got Mimi, Think It Should Have Made The Final Cut,Let Me Know? ...