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"Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again" 2007-10-25 14:22:00 While "Miss Keys" s Currently Enjoying Huge Success With Her Current Smash Single; "No One", She Is Already Prepping The Release Of Her Next Track. "Like You'll Never See Me Again" is a slow jam from Alicia, set to be the next singe from her soon to be released album; "As I Am". The "Timbo" produced track is sort of what you would expect from Alicia, it seems to have a longevity to it IMO, not an instant classic, but I'm thinking it will be a grower. Apparently, the video has already been shot for this track & with her album due on the 13th(US) of November, it all seems to be moving quite fast for the R&B star. Although Timbaland has always been my favorite producer, & I would never doubt a single move he makes, this track is a very welcome change from his normal 'club bangers'. EDIT - THIS IS APPARENTLY NOT PRODUCED BY TIMBO... MY SOURCES WERE WRONG FOR ONCE - IT IS ACTUALLY PRODUCED BY ALICIA HERSELF & HER PARTNER KERRY BROTHERS. THANKS TO 'DODGYC' FOR LETTING ...

"Mary J Blige - Just Fine" (Video) 2007-10-25 13:34:00 "Mary J" Has Been making Good Progress With Her New Single "Just Fine", Now She Has Also Premiered The Video.I am really feeling the track, it show Mary in an obvious good place in her life, she is a true living legend & deserves to be treated as one. I can't wait for her new album to drop in November, "Growing Pains" is going to be huge.The video itself, is very basic but very smooth, it's simply Mary jamming & doing her thing, can't fault this lady with anything she does. Mary looks in real good shape, she always looks so fashionable & cool, whatever she wears she can rock it well.Check Out The Video & Let Me Know Your Thoughts?Mary J. Blige - Just FinePresented By Urban ReviewWhat Do You Make Of The Track Or The Video,Let Me Know? ...

"Chris Brown ft. Kanye West - Down" 2007-10-24 14:30:00 Yup! Yet Another "Chris Brown" Leak, This One Is Produced By & Features "Kanye West". "Down" is a very catchy track with an extremely hot hook & beat, although it's not as 'immediate' as "Kiss Kiss" I'm definitely checking for this one, I think it's hot. Not a big Chris Brown fan, but this album might actually be worth a listen, very commercial, but I like it. Just a thought, the hook on this track follows the same vocal arrangement as the "4 Non-Blondes" 1993 smash hit "What's Up", if you need a reminder of the lyrics click here. You can sing the lyrics over this track's hook, they match almost perfectly. LISTEN: "Chris Brown ft. Kanye West - Down" Will You Be Getting 'Down' To Chris' Album,Let Me Know? ...

"Chris Brown - With You" 2007-10-23 12:12:00 "Chris Brown" Songs Seem To Be Leaking All Over The Place, Here Is Another, Titled; "With You".The "Stargate" produced track is pretty much "Beyonce's" "Irreplaceable" with different lyrics, most of SG stuff is just the same one beat at a different tempo, not my favourite producers by a long shot.Still, it is quite a solid joint with good 'break' opportunities for remixes, I'm not sure it will be wise to release this as a single, but still, he is yet to release a slow song from "Exclusive". On a side note; "Kiss Kiss" is doing phenomenally well in the download charts & looks like it is going to be a smash here in the UK, people are loving that track.LISTEN: "Chris Brown - With You"What Do You Think Of The Track,Let Me Know? ...

"Common ft. Will.i.am - I Want You" (Video) 2007-10-23 11:53:00 After Featuring The Track Earlier This Week, "Common's" Latest Single Now Has A Star-Studded Video.Although I am feeling the track a little more than I had previously, I am not loving the video, even with the edition of "Alicia Keys", "Kanye West" & "Serena Williams" still doesn't lend any favors.I respect what he was trying to do, Common never joins conventional musicians when it comes to music or videos, but this one just isn't going anywhere. It is sad to admit, but 99% of artists, Need to make some mainstream 'Hip-Pop' records to be a huge success, until Common makes a "Gold Digger" he ain't moving forward.Check Out The Video & Give Me Your Opinion?Common - I Want YouPresented By Urban ReviewWhat Do You Think,Let Me Know? ...

"T-Pain - Church" (Video) 2007-10-21 11:57:00 Singer, Rapper & Producer "T-Pain" Has Premiered His Newest Video For His New Single; "Church".Probably the most instantly likable track off his current album "Epiphany"; this song brings a change to the usual T-Pain sound, this one is far more of a Hip-Hop, Dance fusion. It brings a quality to an album that is surprisingly short of hit records.I am liking T-Pain the more I hear him, he is everywhere at the moment & is hot property when it comes to producing & featuring on tracks by top artists, from "Kanye" to "Chris Brown". I think that 'Nappy Boy' is a real talent & I have totally changed my opinion on him, for once it appears I was wrong, lol.Check Out The Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think Of It?T-Pain - ChurchUploaded by Urban ReviewFeeling The Track,The Video,Let Me Know? ...

"Common ft. Will.i.am - I Want You" 2007-10-21 11:35:00 Source - Chris-Pix"I want You" Is Set To Be The Next Single From Socially Conscious Rapper; "Common".The track is produced by & features superstar producer "Will.i.am" & is taken from Common's latest album; "Finding Forever". Although I am not a major fan of Common, I do respect his 'morally correct' material & what he tries to do, whether it makes for good music is another matter. The track itself is pretty solid, it's got some good production & intermediate lyrics, I'm not so sure it's single material, but I haven't got the album so cannot judge fully on that matter. Check out the song for yourselves & see what you make of it.LISTEN: "Common ft. Will.i.am - I Want You" Liking The Track,Let Me Know? ...

"Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love" (Live Performance) 2007-10-21 11:20:00 Soon To Be Superstar "Leona Lewis" Dropped By This Week's "X-Factor" To Perform Her New Single.Leona was last years winner of the show & if you tuned in, it would have been apparent that she is a million times better than any of this years contestants. She gave a stunning performance of "Bleeding Love", then still remained humble afterwards, I think this girl is amazingly talented & if all goes well, "Mariah" better watch out.Check Out The Live Performance & Let Me Know What You Think, Pay Attention To Her Solid Key Changes New The End Of The Song.What Do You Think Of Leona,Let Me Know? ...

Run's House Season 4 Preview 2007-10-21 11:08:00 Source - ThatgrapejuiceHere Is The Official Trailer For The 4th Season Of "MTV's" Smash Hit Reality Show "Run's House".I love this show, & cannot wait for it to premiere over here in the UK, "Run" is always an entertaining person to watch no matter what he is doing & it is one of a few MTV shows that actually has some connection to music.If you have seen the show before, it looks pretty much like more of the same, if you have never seen it before, check out the clip below to see what you are missing.Will You Be Checking For Run's House,Let Me Know? ...

"Leona Lewis - Forgiveness" 2007-10-19 14:31:00 Source - whatz-newHere Is A Brand Spanking New Track From Soon To Be Superstar "Leona Lewis"."Forgiveness" is the official B-side to the UK single release of "Bleeding Love", although it is more Pop than R&B is very well sung & shows Lewis' potential as a vocalist. Fortunately (IMO) this track has not been included in the album, which is a promising sign.To be honest, this girl Cannot fail, I think she will truly be a megastar, whether she will be the next "Mariah" is yet to be decided. If you live in the UK, you can see Leona perform her new single on Saturday Night's "X-Factor", for now check out the track below & see what you think.LISTEN: "Leona Lewis - Forgiveness"What Do You Think Of The Track,Let Me Know? ...

Whitney Houston @ Fashion Rocks 2007 2007-10-19 13:28:00 The Annual "Fashion Rocks" Event Was Held Last Night In London. The surprise guest of the evening, was the Legendary "Whitney Houston", in an effort to prove she has turned her life round, & in an early promo for her new CD, which is currently slated for early next year.-She arrived with her daughter Bobbi-Kristina (Yes It's Her Daughter), & dazzled both guests & photographers with her diamond encrusted "Valentino" dress. Other stars of the night included "Alicia Keys", "Kate Moss" & "Uma Thurman", whose almost see through dress caused quite a stir. But I think the real surprise of the evening was the fact that the organizers managed to keep the Whitney thing a secret! I can't wait to hear some new material for Houston, I hope she comes through with a real classic, we know she can kill it vocally, but whether she is passed her peak will only be answered with an album. What Do You Think Of The Whitney,Let Me Know? ...

"Nelly - Wadsyaname" (Video) 2007-10-18 13:21:00 "Nelly" Continues His Unstoppable String Of Hits With The Video To His New Single; "Wadsyaname".Although Nelly is not always held in the highest esteem by many critics, his unmistakable style & stage charisma nows no bounds, Nelly really doesn't make a bad single. I'm feeling the track & liking the video, a good all rounder & welcome return to form in my opinion.Nelly's new album; "Brass Knuckles" is due for release on the 13th of November (US).Check Out His Video Below & Let Me Know What You Think?Nelly - Wadsyaname Uploaded By Urban ReviewFeeling The Video,Let Me Know? ...

"Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love" (Video) 2007-10-17 14:40:00 The Soon To Be Leading Lady Of UK R&B "Leona Lewis" Finally Debuts The Video For Her Brand New Single "Bleeding Love".I'm not quite sure what I was expecting for this video, but it wasn't this, with throwbacks to "Mariah Carey's" "We Belong Together" video (IMO), Leona is looking like a superstar, gone are the "X-Factor" days of being shy & sheepish. She is looking on-point, sexy while still remaining very humble.It is very exciting to finally see a female from the UK who can honestly be a global superstar, I only hope that her album will contain more R&B rather than more pop tracks. This girl needs to take charge & Represent for the UK scene, which is almost non-existent at the moment.Check Out The Video Below & Please Leave Me Your Opinion?Leona Lewis - Bleeding LovePresented By Urban ReviewWhat Do You Think Of Leona,What About The Video,Let Me Know? ...

Nicole Scherzinger Covers Blender Magazine 2007-10-17 14:09:00 Source - EV Luvs UIt Appears That "Nicole Scherzinger's" Promotion Is Now In Full Swing, She Has The Full Cover Shot From November's Issue Of "Blender" Magazine.Although "Baby Love" seems to be a recipe for success, I am still baffled as to why she decided to pull "Whatever U Like" as the lead single for the UK, the track & Video both kicked ass.Anyways, here she is looking fine on the cover, this girl just cannot look bad, she is so effortlessly gorgeous.Wow!What Do You Think Of The Cover,Let me Know? ...

"Chingy ft. Amerie - Fly Like Me" 2007-10-16 17:33:00 Here Is The Brand New Single From 'Hit & Miss' Rapper; "Chingy". "Fly Like Me" features R&B star "Amerie" & will apparently be the lead single from his up-coming album: "Hate It Or Love It". The "Bryan Cox" produced track is pretty solid, but will not do 'Ching-a-ling' any favors as a debut, it's quite catchy, quite a good flow & quite good production. That just sums it up, quite good! Maybe it will be a grower, but I wouldn't put money on it, let's hope he decides to opt for a different first release.LISTEN: "Chingy ft. Amerie - Fly Like Me" Feeling The Track,Let Me Know? ...