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"M.I.A - Paper Planes" 2007-11-06 13:50:00 If You Are A Regular Reader, You Will Remember Me Featuring "M.I.A's" Current Album; "Kala".For those who don't know, M.I.A is a UK Grime & Hip-Hop artist who has been making waves over the past few years, she is not mainstream or commercial & thus does not make it into the charts. Still, she is one of the most inventive, creative artists I have ever heard, she is good friends with "Timbaland" & as a result, gets the hottest producers on her records."Paper Planes" will be her 3rd single to be lifted from one of the 'illest' albums of the year ( a personal pick from 2007). I know Paper Planes is a firm fan favorite from the album, although I'm quite surprised she decided to use it as a single, still none of the tracks are exactly commercial.Just a note, you may have seen at this years "EMAs" there was an award that was voted for by musicians, there was a small VT with a lot of well known faces making their opinion know. To my amazement, "Nicole Scherzinger" suggested M. ...

"Alicia Keys - No One" (Live On 'Friday Night With Jonathan Ross') 2007-11-05 18:19:00 Firstly, Sorry To My Regular Readers For The Lack Of Posts Over The past Couple Of Days, God Doesn't Send Enough Hours Sometimes. I have Been Keeping My Finger On The Pulse, So Expect A Barrage Of New Songs & Videos Over The Next Week.Now, Here Is 'Super-Star Songstress' "Alicia Keys" Performing Her Current Smash Record "No One" Live On The UK's Number #1 Chat Show "Friday Night With Jonathan Ross".As expected, Miss Keys was on-point, her performance was solid as always, plus she looked gorgeous as ever, she never fails to bring something special & this was no exception.Alicia will be returning to the UK at the beginning of next year to tour, & I have been lucky enough to grab myself some tickets to see her live in London, can't wait to see if she lives up to my expectations. For now, check out the video below & let me know what you think of the performance.Like The Performance,Let Me Know? ...

"Chris Brown - Exclusive" (Album Leak) 2007-11-02 15:03:00 Although Nearly All The Tracks From "Chris Brown's" New Album Have Already Been Heard, Here It Is In It's Entirety.Exclusive is due for release on Monday, but you can grab it first & check out Brown's signature Pop/R&B fusion. Although I'm not his biggest fan, damn can that boy Dance, his vocals are CD worthy, & the production on this record is pretty hot. First impressions are good, expect a review soon.1. Throwed2. Kiss Kiss [ft. T-Pain]3. Take You Down4. With You5. Picture Perfect [ft. Will.i.am]6. Hold Up [ft. Big Boi]7. You8. Damage9. Wall To Wall10. Help Me11. I Wanna Be12. Gimme Whatcha Got13. I'll Call Ya14. Lottery15. Nice [ft. The Game]16. Down [ft. Kanye West]"Chris Brown - Exclusive"What Do You Think On First Listen,Let Me Know? ...

Preview: MTV European Music Awards 2007 2007-11-01 14:52:00 The Annual "European Music Awards" Are Due To Kick Off Tonight in Munich, & It Promises To Be A Good Show, by "MTV's" Standards Anyway.The show is due to be hosted by "Snoop Dogg", which will either be embarrassing or hilarious, plus appearances by; "Kelly Rowland", "Craig David", "Wyclef Jean" & "Joss Stone" who will all present awards. On top of the star studded presenters, there will also be some great performances from the likes of; "Will.i.am", "Nicole Scherzinger" & "Amy Winehouse". For once, I will actually feature an MTV awards show & genuinely look forward to it, it's just a shame there are not more European performers. It feels like an 'MTV tour of that little continent', rather than a celebration of European music, where's "M.I.A" at? Viewers in the UK can catch the show live on MTV ONE at 10:30pm tonight, I'm not too sure when or if it will be aired stateside. Will You Be Checking For The EMAs,Let Me Know? ...

"Mary J Blige - Growing Pains" (Album Cover) 2007-11-01 14:22:00 Here Is The Official Album Cover For "Mary's" New Studio Album; "Growing Pains".I am very excited about this album, "The Breakthrough" was such a hot record, I have every confidence that this will be just as good. Still, I'm not so convinced by the artwork, it's a little plain IMO, I was thinking it would be a little more vibrant, but Mary does what Mary wants.Growing Pains is due for release on December the 11th (US).What Do You Think Of The Cover,Let Me Know? ...

Timbaland Works On New Album... 2007-10-31 15:34:00 Source - Ev Luva Ya In What Is The Best News I Have Heard In A Long Time, It Is Rumored Super Producer "Timbaland" Is Already Hard At Work On His Next Album. 'Working Title' "Shock Value II". While "Shock Value" has done extraordinarily well in the US & Europe. I felt that the single releases are moving very slowly, this to me was a sign that Tim wouldn't work on a follow up for some years to come. But, while being appearing at "Kiis FM's" homecoming concert he told fans that he had already recorded tracks with "Akon", "Gwen Stefani" & "Linkin Park". This is fantastic news, Shock Value was my best all round album of this year & Tim is my favorite artist in the game. Excited About A New Timbo Project,Let Me Know Your Thoughts? ...

"Twista - Pimp Like Me" (Video) 2007-10-31 15:17:00 This Is The Brand New Video For "Twista's" Next Single; "Pimp Like Me".Although I am a fan of Twista, I'm not such a fan of this track, the lyrical content is very questionable; "A Pimp Like Me Just Wanna Work That B*tch Hard" seems a little dis-tasteful & will not win him too many fans among the 'Oprah Generation' of woman.On a good note, this track contains some sick beats, very hard & fast; they feel almost like UK beats from a "Grime" track. Plus, although the video is a bit cheap, it does serve a purpose.Check Out The Video Below & See If You Agree With Me?Twista - Pimp Like MePresented By Urban ReviewWhat Do You Think Of The Track & Video,Let Me Know? ...

"John Legend - Another Again" (Video) 2007-10-31 15:01:00 Here Is The Newest Video From R&B / Soul Singer; "John Legend".Although I totally respect Legend's musical ability, he just isn't pulling his weight lately, his sophomore album "Once Again" has pretty much passed me by, except for "Stereo", I can't remember a single track from it."Another Again" is an OK single, it's the sort of song you could fall asleep to, or listen to in a restaurant... This is not a good thing! Still, it has it's charms, & John is definitely going to fall off the map anytime soon, let's just hope he can pull out the stops for his next LP.Check Out The Video & Let Me Know What You Think?Feeling The Track,Let Me Know? ...

The Salt-n-Pepa Show - VH1 Debut 2007-10-31 13:49:00 Here Is A Short Clip Taken From The First Episode Of "Salt-n-Pepa's" Brand New Reality Show On "VH1".The show covers the history of the group & follows them on the rocky road to be reunited, as you can see below, it ain't going to be an easy ride. I can't wait for it to premiere in the UK.Check Out The clip & Let Me Know What You Think?What Do You Think Of The Show,Will You Be Tuning In? ...

"Leona Lewis - Angel" 2007-10-30 14:49:00 While "Leona Lewis" Enjoys Unbelievable Success In The UK Charts With Her Smash Hit "Bleeding Love" (250,000 sales & growing), The Second Single (Unconfirmed) From Her Debut Album Has Been Leaked. "Angel" seems to confirm exactly what I feared about this girl, it is just too 'Poppy', even though it has been produced by "Stargate", it almost fails on the R&B front & sounds like a pop song, not a bad one, but still a disappointment. My excitement over this girl has not yet been squashed, she is still the most talented singer I have heard in about a decade & her album "Spirit" may contain some solid album tracks, only time will tell. Check Out The Track & See What You Think? LISTEN: "Leona Lewis - Angel" What Do You make Of The Track,Let Me Know? ...

"Nicole Scherzinger ft. Will.i.am - Baby Love (Remix)" 2007-10-29 15:31:00 While "Nicole" Seems To Be Doing A Reasonably Well With "Baby Love", I'm Thinking This Newly Leaked Remix Is Just A Little Better.The characteristic sound of "J. R Rotem" can be heard among the beats of this track, it gives the song a fresh new feel & I'm really feeling it. I have said it before & I will again; why did she pull "Whatever U Like" as a UK single? That beat was so hot!I am hoping she will do well with her album; "Her Name Is Nicole", this girl is stunning, has a brilliant voice & a nice personality, she has the whole package.Check Out The Remix Below & Let Me Know What You Think?LISTEN: "Nicole Scherzinger ft. Will.i.am - Baby Love (Remix)"What Do You Make Of The Track,Let Me Know? ...

"Sean Paul - Watch Dem Roll" (Video) 2007-10-28 13:11:00 Here Is The Video Premiere For "Sean Paul's" New Single "Watch Dem Role", Taken From His Forth-Coming Album; "A New Age" (Unconfirmed Title).Really not feeling the song, but the video is pretty hot, still Sean remains to be a chart topper even with a lot of people hating on him. Although I am a fan of his albums, he always fails to release a 'serious' single, but never the less, he is a top 'Hip-Pop' artist.Check out the video below & let me know what you think of both it & the track?Sean Paul - Watch Dem Roll Presented By Urban ReviewFeeling The Track Or The Video,Let Me Know? ...

"Estelle ft. Will.i.am - Wait A Minute (Just A Touch)" (Video) 2007-10-27 12:26:00 Here Is The Video Premiere For One Of My Favorite Tracks At The Moment."Estelle" has taken her time with this track, it surfaced months ago, but there wasn't any word from the star on when it would be released, I'm thinking there was a little behind the scenes stuff going on.Still, here she is with a pretty standard video to a great song, produced by "Will.i.am", "Wait A Minute" (Official song title, not 'Just A Touch') has a feel good factor to it that I love. This song has been on constant rotation with me for weeks now, I hope it is a smash.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think?Estelle - Wait a Minute (Just a Touch)Presented By Urban ReviewYour Thoughts,Let Me Know? ...

"Timbaland ft. Keri Hilson & D.O.E - The Way I Are" (Fashion Rocks 2007) 2007-10-26 14:43:00 My Favorite Performance Of The Evening From Last Weeks "Fashion Rocks" Show Was Most Definitely "Timbo".He performed his international smash hit record "The Way I Are", most importantly for me it was a chance to hear a live joint by "Keri Hilson". Keri gave a good show with a few questionable vocal abilities, but still she seemed confident & hit just about every note, can't wait for this girl to blow!As it was a fashion show, obviously the artists' appearance was important, Tim looked very dapper, while Keri pulled off a very sexy outfit with good grace & style.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know Your Thought? Timbaland 2007 Fashion Rocks!Presented By Urban ReviewLiking Timbo's Style,Let Me Know? ... Amp

"Unklejam - Stereo" (Video) 2007-10-26 13:28:00 Here Is The Latest Video From Crazed UK R&B Group;"Unklejam".For those who don't know, Unklejam are one of the UK's most unique groups, their strange concoction of styles range from Pop to Electro to R&B & Soul, & they are making waves among the urban music scene.While this track does not seem on par with their last two singles, it is still a very cool song with a super stylish video. I am really feeling Unklejam, & I hope that their debut album actually sees the light of day, as subsequent delays are a very bad sign.Check Out The Video Below, If You Are Not From The UK, I Especially Want To Know Your Opinion's On Unklejam & The Track, So Please Leave A Comment.What Do You Think Of The Track & The Video,Let Me Know Your Thoughts? ...