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September 6, 2008

*NeW eXcLuSiVe* - Lyric *Voice*- LP

Check out this exclusive album called "Voice" by the Hip-Hop/R&B group known as Lyric. This is there 1st official LP and will only be released for digital download online. Check it out here first!...

"Voice" Tracklist
1. Voice (Intro)
2. I Like it
3. Method to my Madness
4. Main Attraction ft. Mario Barrett
5. Leavin' me Comatose
6. Hit me up
7. Picture This
8. Flash Forward
9. Hustle
10. Parkin' Lot Pimpin'
11. Cry
12. Silent Skies
13. It is What it is
14. In her top 8
15. Rayshon
16. All I Need
17. I Wish

*Download*

Some New Music For A Fine Saturday!!!

September 4, 2008

Usher Concerts/Tours...

Straight from the Associated Press...
Usher will be having a tour for LADIES ONLY at 15 "intimate" venues.

Asked why he wanted to perform a "ladies only" tour, Usher said he relishes the challenge."There's only a few artists that can pull that off," said the 29-year-old singer. "I feel like I've had such a connection with my audience. This album, I felt like, was definitely the type of one that was more intimate. So what better way to get up close and personal than to make it all women?"

To go with the theme, Usher is also planning his own line of lingerie and men's undergarments. He already has a fragrance and cologne.

Usher is currently working on a video for his new single Trading Places.

Hmmm... Well, we're going to have to get a press pass or dress up as ladies... because we're going, ha! At leasthe'smaking the video for "Trading Places"!!!

New Musiccc

Mario
"Apple Bottoms" PRODUCED BY SCOTT STORCH
8.7/10.0
Johnta Austin
"Baby Tell Me The Way" PRODUCED BY B. COX
8.8/10.0
Brandy
"Second Thought"
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Claude Kelly

Literally, just a quick post of Claude Kelly's new track "Victory"... We give it an 8.2/10.0... Download it... I think there will be a mastered version out soon...
"Victory"

LL Cool J Ft. Ryan Leslie


New music from LL featuring Ryan Leslie: "Like a Radio". Spectacular beat(Wonder if its made by RL???). LL's verses are regular LL... not bad. He spits his non-shalant style throughout the entire track and allows RL to sing the catchy chorus... This song recieves a 8.5/10.0. The only thing I, personally, wouldhave done different is... Give Ryan Leslie his own verse or at least a decent size hook/bridge.

Sorry!!!

Sorry it has been so long since we have updated... Ryan & I recently started college, and had to get use to the transition... We'll be back posting, again. Thanks for staying tuned.

Brendon & Ryan

August 22, 2008

Mario Barrett - Love Or Lust (LP)


This is an Randb's music choice exclusive people! "Love or Lust" (LP) is a compilation of Mario Barrett's recent songs from 2008. This could very well be his fourth album, or have some songs on it that could make the final cut. Anyways... I hope you enjoy!

Mario Barrett - "Love or Lust"

1. Love or Lust
2. Me and My Girl
3. Green Light
4. I Choose You
5. Break Somethin'
6. Hello
7. Stuttering
8. Crazy Kind of Love
9. Don't Do It
10. Do For Love
11. Better Man
12. Step Out
13. My Story
14. Promise Land

Download

August 14, 2008

Omarion's hair gets cut off!!!

Omarion has a new look--- and it's siccck! He looks sleek, new, fresh, and clean! Can't wait for the new album.(((He and Trey Songz both recently cut the braids off)))


CB's "Glow in the Dark"


New CB song, "Glow in the Dark"!!! We don't know if its NEW or if it didn't make 'EXCLUSIVE'. We hope its NEW because it is AMAZINGGG. Props to Christopher!!! That's all we gutta say about this track---it's a Killa. 9.8/10.0

"Glow in the Dark"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/17052970510bdc5c/
What do you think???

August 7, 2008

RC (of Lyric) - Forever (Chris Brown Cover)



Brand new material from the group Lyric (RC)... except this time a cover of Chris brown's hit single "Forever". Hope you enjoy! and be on the lookout for Lyric's newest LP which will be released late Summer!

RC (of Lyric)-
"Forever" (Chris Brown Cover)

August 6, 2008

Omarion - Vroom


That's right people Omarion is back with another hit slow jam called "Vroom". A couple months ago Omarion was dropped from his record label and recently has signed with Timbaland's new record label. I'm really looking forward to O's 3rd studio recorded album... it should be a good one! We rate this song a 9.5/10.0 hope you enjoy! and don't forget to vote on our new poll... thx.

Omarion - "Vroom"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/1663029353a4a369/

July 23, 2008

Mic Little Interview


RandBsmusicChoice will have the honor and priveledge to interview the newest R&B/Urban singer Mic Little! The interview will be going down very soon, so make sure to check back for it in about 2 weeks or so. Keep it locked... Give us some Q's to ask him, or comments! He's the teenager who had the hit "Put It In A Letter" Ft. Ne-Yo last year!!! We'll talk to him about his new album, future endeavours, concerts, personal stuff, and more!!!

What do YOU want us to ask him? What are YOUR Q's?!

Mario: "Promise Land"

A new Mario song has appeared all over the net titled "Promise Land". It's coming from his new studio album due out later this year/beginning of 2009. He is AMAZING on the track... His voice is literally on-key. He hits all the notes he's suppose to and more... He goes very high pitch, the hook is crazy, and the verses are rich. Hopefully his new album will get a lot of attention, sell a lot of records, and push Mario back to the tip-top of R&B!!! As long as it gets more attention, push, and publicity than "Go!"... which should have been one of the best R&B albums of the year (was in our opinions...)


Mario
"Promise Land"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/1575419575f8b853/

July 22, 2008

Usher's Supposed New Single


Usher is lining up 'His Mistakes' as the third single to be lifted from his most recent album 'Here I Stand'. The song will be serviced to radio on August 18th. If I were Usher, I think I would have chose "Trading Places" as the next single... It's more Summer-Fall ish. Then again, I'm not Usher... He must have something in mind.

Rihanna: "Disturbia" Video!!!

Interesting video... Very unique... Deff. like it, a lot!!! Inventive!!!

July 20, 2008

Trey Songz is "In Ya Phone"


New joint from the R&B Crooner Trey Songz... "In Ya Phone" is both catchy and a shows a new direction for his upcoming album. The song sounds a bit like a track R. Kelly may have made... in a good way! Haha. We like this hypnotizing new track from Trey. Keep the good ones comin boyyy!!!

"In Ya Phone"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/15676487e1696770/

July 19, 2008

NEW OFFICIAL SINGLE BY NE-YO

Ne-Yo stated officially on his blog YearOfTheGentleman.com that his new single is titled "Miss Independent". The song is an equisite summer jam put forth by one of the best in the game. The track compliments Ne-Yo's voice, vocal arrangements, direction, and lyrics. The song also shows his new intended direction with his album. Ne-Yo penned and rocked a winner with this song... Hopefully "Miss Independent" will carry Ne-Yo to a grand amount of sales his 1st week of sales: August 5th!!!
"Miss Independent"
9.7/10.0

July 16, 2008

Marvin Winans Jr.: New Single

Marvin Winans Jr.
"You Never Let Me Down"

Besides the repetitive-ness of the chorus... the song is great. he goes a bit T-Pain on us... which ultimately gets the song absolutely STUCK IN YOUR HEAD. I love the song... it's totally made for the radio and for remixes-galore. Deff. check the song out & leave your comment(s)!!!

July 15, 2008

London's "Sometimes"

London
"Sometimes"
9.4/10.0
London's new fresh vibe to r&b is widely felt through the "blogosphere". His music is beginning to make tremors and push the bill for all r&b artists. With his new song "Sometimes", he shows his spectacular voice and vocal abilities. If he continues upon the road he's on now... Lloyd, Trey Songz, Mario Winans Jr, and many others better vamp up their playlist and upcoming albums!!! Keep watch for this new guy: London!!!

"Energy" Video by Keri Hilson!

The official video for "Energy", Keri Hilson's first official single/video off her new album, is out! It's different then we would have thought but very original. She looks fierce as hell throughout the video. Watch the vid for the lowdown. The director had a great vision and concept for the meaning of the song. Awesome.

Pretty Ricky...

New Pretty Ricky Video "Knockin' Boots"...



All we have to say is... 4Play, the newest member(taking over for Pleasure P; the main r&b singer) can sing his heart out. It seems like they've been gearing all songs & videos towards him... maybe hoping he(4Play) can put them "back on top". Overall, not a BAD video... especially for Pretty Ricky.

July 14, 2008

Luke & Q is Backkk!

"Here I Am"

Review up shortly... What do you think?!

July 12, 2008

New Music Update

Usher Ft. Rico Love:
"What I Gutta Do"
((Unreleased))
Chris Brown:
"M.I.A."
"Fatal Attraction"
Joe:
"Triple Black Room"
Mario Winans Jr.:
"Believe"
"You Never Let Me Down" (Snip)
Lavell Evans:
"Encore"
Trey Songz:
"In Ya Phone" (Snip)
Thx to BMF2 for the linksss...

New music video!!!

New video from LL Cool J Ft. Dream "Baby". Pretty sick video... nice feel to it. We're really liking this new LL song! Check the vid...

July 7, 2008

Ne-Yo's Album Listen

We got a video from MTV showing a listening with Ne-Yo of 4 of his prospective tracks for 'Year of the Gentleman'... Listen up!!! It's sounding good to us! Can't waittt.
Also, head to the link below this type to see Ne-Yo perform some songs; including "Closer", "Because of You", some 'oldies'... and a new joint "So You Can Cry"!



July 2, 2008

Michael Jackson - One More Chance

The King of Pop is back people! get ready for his 'comeback' album later this year its gonna be a memorable one for sure. Here is an exclusive leaked track called "One More Chance", which is unknown if it will make the upcoming album. We rate it a 9.1/10.0... go check it out!

Michael Jackson - "One More Chance"
http://zshare.net/audio/145315474c88e3fc/

July 1, 2008

Mishon - "Text Me"


Mishon is back! with another pop/r&b hit called "Text Me". His debut album which will be released late summer by streamline records (jointed with Interscope) is sure to be the next big thing since chris brown's debut album in 2005. Anyways we rate this song a 9.2/10.0... make sure you vote on this weeks poll!

Mishon - Text Me

June 30, 2008

Day 26's "Since You Been Going" Video

Day 26's new video to "Since You Been Gone". Really good look for the guys... strong video. They moved around just enough, not like the over-active "Got Me Going". Hopefully this track & video will do better than the last single. Promotion anyone...?!


Lots 'O Songs...

A bunch of quick posts with links and rating... Sorry for taking forever since last post!!!

2Much
"Mannish"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14303335c5d7382c/
9.0/10.0

Claude Kelly
"Runnin' Back"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14303338aff6ae78/
9.0/10.0

Ryon Lovett
"Video"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/1430912588ae0095/
8.0/10.0 [Not HQ]

Mishon
"Distant Love"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14363697b7d8daa5/
9.0/10.0

Beyonce
"Honesty"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/143933463fa0ef70/
8.7/10.0

Dirty Rose
"Daylight"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/144155382f25c8a8/
9.0/10.0

J-Lyriq
"Nothin'"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/144645828c4eca51/
8.0/10.0

Akon & Michael Jackson
"Hold My Hand"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14460664acdb730b/
9.0/10.0

Rock City
"Maxine"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14464616442af7c7/
9.5/10.0 [Sick beat produced by Darkchild]

Rock City
"Girl is Mine"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/14464721587f98bd/
9.0/10.0

Shout to BMF2 for links...

June 25, 2008

BET Awards Videos

Usher Performing "Love in This Club"

Young Jeezy ft Kanye West "Put On"

Keyshia Cole "Heaven Sent" and "Let it Go" Ft. Lil Kim

Ne-Yo "Closer"

Alicia Keys (Medley of Songs)w/ EnVogue and SWV

Alicia Keys & TLC "Waterfalls"

Chris Brown "With You" and "Take You Down" and Exclusive Dance-Off w/ Ciara

Rihanna "Take a Bow"

T-Pain (Medley of Songs)

Nelly "Stepped on My J's" Ft. Ciara and JD and "Party People" Ft. Fergie

Lil Wayne w/ T-Pain "Got Money", "Lollipop" and "A Millie"


Full Review Up Soon!!!
Thx to ThatGrapeJuice for the Vids.

June 19, 2008

Mario Barrett - Main Attraction ft. RC (of Lyric)


Here is an exclusive new song by Mario Barrett featuring RC of Lyric who will be releasing his debut album later this year called "Indecent Intentions"... a good mix of hip hop/R&B check it out!

Mario Barrett ft. RC (of Lyric) - "Main Attraction"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/13899714d95ff88f/

Rozelle: "Long Night"


New r&b singer straight out of Atlanta... Rozelle. His first single & video is a slow jam, that looks like its geared to compete against CB's "Take You Down" and MH's "Naked". Deff. a great single, for a true r&b artist. We rate this song a 9.0/10.0. He has a secure voice for passionate rhythm and blues. People will be making love to this one, for sure.


"Long Night"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/13861209282916c6/

Link to Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlWFHFOPjJ0

June 18, 2008

Usher's Performances On 4Music


5-2008
by ufan08


Usher was over in the UK recently, where he performed at 4Music. While at 4Music he sand "This Ain't Sex", "Here I Stand", "Love in this Club", and "Yeah!". Performances were top notch, as usual. Can anyone beat 'Mr. Entertainer'?! We can't wait for his performance at the BET 2008 Awards next week.

Meo's "They Love It" Ft. Petey Pablo & JD


Meo's back with some genius lines, slick & easy beat/tempo... and of course, a catchy hook & chorus. The song is some-what more rappy, than straight-up singing. Deff. a great look for Meo... who, we've been hearing more & more of lately. Petey's verse is humorous and inventive. I could see this song & vid played on MTV and VH1. We rate this an 8.9/10.0.
"They Love It"

What do you think?

June 13, 2008

Here's a Bunch of Fresh R&B!




Cupid
"Happy Dance"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/135639629896cc54/
Up-tempo, very much like his previous single "Cupid Shuffle". It's very fun and deff. a song to jam to at a crazy party!


Git Fresh
"Hush, Hush" Ft. R. Kelly
http://www.zshare.net/audio/135520806b276513/
This seems to be set as one of Git Fresh's intense R&B songs. Overall, its a good song for the new group, yet they don't touch deep songs by artists like Usher, 112, Chris Brown, Marques Houston, or even newcomers like Once Chance. Their previous track "Booty Music" is miles & miles above "Hush, Hush".



Marques Houston
"Best Sex" Ft. C-Ball
http://www.zshare.net/audio/13552166fd1c54cd/
It's great to see MH coming back from the deep!!! His voice sounds stellar, along with C-Ball's stylish rhymes. Deff. download!




One Chance
"Shout"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/13552129741160be/
This is an intense club banga... close to Cupids previously posted song "Happy Dance". There's some very inventive rhymes in this song... more rappy than r&b though.


Rock City
"Losin' It"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/10204372f4d36206/
Catchy song... awesome first official single for the new duo. The video for this track came out last Tuesday. This is one of the few groups that will be taking the industry by storm, soon. Keep an eye on them!

June 4, 2008

Debut Album Alert!: Sean Garrett - Turbo 919

One of the most anticipated debut albums of the year is finally here people! Sean Garrett is one of the most amazing producers in the music industry, and has worked with numerous artists such as Chris brown, Britney Spears, Ciara, Usher, Omarion, and P.Diddy. Now he has decided to go in a little different direction in his career by producing his own debut album called "Turbo 919". This album is full of club bangas, as well as slow jams that will mesmerize you with his soft melodic voice. The-Dream who already released his debut album has a little competition after hearing this album... even though The-Dream has sustained a huge reputation in the music industry, Garrett is coming strong with a similar style of R&B. Now all we are waiting for is the other major producer/artist/songwriter Johnta Austin to release is much anticipated debut album "Ocean Drive" and all three of the hotshot producers will have a debut album on the store racks. Who will come out victorious? we'll have to see...

Review: Turbo 919
1.)
The album kicks it off with an amateurish intro called "Deep Deep Intro", which honestly wasn't needed... if the album started off with a club banga it would catch the listener's attention a lot quicker, rather than waiting a painful 1:13 just to hear the "first" song.
2.) The second song "What You Doin' With That" (produced by Garrett himself), is a jazzy club banga that has single potential written all over it. "You gotta pardon me love, but bodies don't come as hot as you got"... Very smooth and mature lyrics that lure the listener in.
3.) "Come on it" which features Akon, is a mid-tempo track that finds Garrett getting dirty when it comes to the lyrics... "I know your on fire cause ya man don't fuck ya right" lol. A very mature song that the album could do without.
4.) Another featured song, but this time from Lil' Wayne "Girlfriend Ringtone" is a pop-ish track that you could hear on The-Dream's album. Definitely a fun summer song that would good to just cruise to.
5.) The album/track title "Turbo 919" is a futeristic pop-ish track that you could hear being played over and over again in the clubs. Definetly could hear Britney Spears on the remix, cause it has that techno/dance type of beat.
6.) "I Still Believe Interlude" is a wonderful song... is you wanted to listen to an orchestra play all day! It's the definition of a filler, just a horrible choice of even having it on the album.
7.) "Lay up Under Me" (produced by Stargate) is a wonderful sexy joint, that just makes you wanna groove all night long. A wonderful choice for Garrett, both lyrically and melodically... you'll definitely have this song on repeat!
8.) "On the Hood" is an interesting song with an interesting concept... making love on the hood of your car? hmmm... idk what he was thinking with this song, but vocally an amazing song. The Lyrics sometimes make you laugh and just think wow are you serious? Otherwise a great slow jam for the album.
9.) "She Likes me Interlude" is another one of those interludes that honestly just take up space on the album, and is just a waste. He should of got rid of all the interludes.
10.) "6 in the Morning" is another futuristic jam that you could hear in any club scene. Garrett's club bangas are his best songs... and this song is a great interpretation of that. "Shawty got ass, just like thunder, makes a brotha wonderrrrr"
11.) "Grippin' " which features the great Luda himself is the first single off of this album and honestly gets kind of annoying after awhile... If it wasn't for the hook or Luda's verse this song would be garbage.
12.) "Patron" which features the techno/dance king Pharell is a great slow-tempo jam that makes ya just wanna snap your fingers. A great production from (The Neptunes), probably one of the best produced songs on the album.
13.) "Pretty Girl" is yet another futuristic pop-ish jam that just makes ya wanna dance... probaly one of the best on the album and definetely has single potential written all over it. A must listen!!!
14.) "Why" which has great flow throughout the song... can sometimes seem a little too repetitive, but definetely a good up-tempo track on the album.
15.) "One Day" has a beat that you could hear in the movie "The Notebook", because it has a very slow and soothing beat. This song is by far the best slow song on the whole album... Lyrically and vocally. A great ballad that you'll have on repeat for sure!

Tracklist: Turbo 919
01. Deep Deep (Intro) - http://www.mediafire.com/?bzhafmy1lb3
02. What You Doin' With That - http://www.mediafire.com/?ntss3zw15mi
03. Come On In (feat. Akon) - http://www.mediafire.com/?gzi1d4xjxun
04. Girlfriend Ringtone (feat. Lil' Wayne) - http://www.mediafire.com/?s8mdyaechqg
05. Turbo 919 - http://www.mediafire.com/?ctnwsdmh491
06. I Still Believe (Interlude) - http://www.mediafire.com/?bygum0tufb9
07. Lay Up Under Me - http://www.mediafire.com/?n1dznom0v3b
08. On The Hood - http://www.mediafire.com/?wdx9ygec22c
09. She Likes Me (Interlude) - http://www.mediafire.com/?tfwdssj1bdg
10. 6 In The Morning - http://www.mediafire.com/?bu1jxtuc1gj
11. Grippin' (feat. Ludacris) - http://www.mediafire.com/?jbssv2wgyws
12. Patron (feat. Pharrell) - http://www.mediafire.com/?ztj1ut9tibn
13. Pretty Girl - http://www.mediafire.com/?dflj1mxh1o2
14. Why - http://www.mediafire.com/?nejeymsj7nt
15. One Day - http://www.mediafire.com/?cfh0gw1cmyb


Average Rating: 8.4

June 3, 2008

BET Awards


June 24th at 8:00pm... the BET AWARDS '08 is goin' downnn!!! Catch USher opening the award show!!! Not only Usher... but Chris Brown, Alicia Keys, Lil' Wayne, Nelly, Kanye West, and more are set to perform. Along with the amazing list of performers, Al Green will be honored, and D.L. Hughley is the host!

It's going to be an amazing night!!!
Vote online at http://www.blogger.com/www.BET.com !

*** Get Chris Brown's re-packaged 'Exclusive: Forever Edition' album TODAY!!! It includes 4 new songs & a behind the scenes look at his UCP Tour ***

May 30, 2008

Good Morning America

This morning Ush performed on Good Morning America: Another great performance! He didn't lip synch... he sang it, like he should :) He's really putting in his rounds for his new CD!!! Can't wait for an Usher Tour!!! Maybe this summer?!

Did you hear?! Despite 'Hear I Stand' being illegally downloaded over 1 million times, Ush still sold around 146,000 copies on his 1st day, and is set to be #1 on the Billboard for the week! Support Usher and BUY the album!

Rihanna's in "Disturbia" ?!


Rihanna has a new track titled "Disturbia". It has a great Euro beat... maybe for her new release coming in a month, or so. Seems to be her new direction: European Dance. Good lyrics and very catchy. Easy to bob your head to and dance around... maybe even blast in your car on a long ride, or road trip. We give this track an 8.7/10.0! Check it outtt.

"Disturbia"

Usher does BET

If you didn't catch it... Usher performed on BET last Wednesday to promote his new album. He had a 30 minute show/set... He performed 3 new songs, and one classic. Awesome performances: Great vocals, nice movement and interaction with audience, superb choregraphy, nice band too! Deff. showing that he still is 'Mr. Entertainer'.

"Moving Mountains" and "Here I Stand"


May 28, 2008 (1)
by us-2008


"Yeah" and "Love in This Club"


May 28, 2008 (2)
by us-2008

Credit to UsherForever.com for vids!

May 28, 2008

Usher 'Here I Stand' Album Review

Alright guys! The time has come. The review of Ush's new album 'Here I Stand'. Let us know what you think about our review!!!
Brendon's Review:
1. The album begins with the Intro, floating around blog sites named "Forever Young". This song is a nice beginning to the album... sounds like Ush may have gotten a bit of inspiration from being on Broadway, though.
2. Next, is the smash "Love in This Club" ft Young Jeezy. We all, by now, know that Polow produced this electric track. It's a great beginning to a highly anticipated album. His confident demeanor is shown as he sings "Got some friends rollin' with you, thats cool. You can leave 'em with my homies, let them know that I got you..."
3. "This Ain't Sex" follows the club scene... The beat is kinda 'back-in-the-day' like, MichaelJacksony. Ush explains to his girl that what they're doing isn't "Sex", its "...Making moments, that will outlast the world." This would be a great song to see in concert; You can actually catch him performing this on SNL and Radio City 1 Big Weekend.
4. "Trading Places" is both creative and inventive. Usher sings in the song "...This is how it feels when you do it like me, we're Trading Places. Gon Get it.." In this song, he takes you through day-to-day happenings of a boyfriend and girlfriend/wife & husband. Only, Ush reverses all the roles. The guy makes the bed and gets picked up by the girl... the girl is the one pushing for the 'deed'. I don't know if anyone else could do this song.
5. "Moving Mountains", as it says on the album cover, is epic. This song gives me chills whenever I listen to it. One of the best songs on the cd: Lyrically, Production-wise, Vocally, and Subject-matter. Unbelieveable deliverance from Ush and his team. Makes this song sound so true. It's going to be an anthem for couples in hard times.
6. Next up is the Will.I.Am produced track "What's Ya Name". (Also, features Will.I.Am)The perfect amount of 'young-savvy' Usher needed on his album. Ush knew he could'nt go all "ChrisBrowny" on everybody, and have extremely Poppy hits. He knows his age and maturity. He's grown. Fun beat, Electric mood, and catchy-as-hell lyrics!
7. "Prayer for You"[Interlude]... This interlude is very touching. He begins with his baby boy laughing and crying a bit. He says jokingly "I sound that bad?!" haha. He dedicates this to his son & makes this a promise to his son that he'll always be there.
8. "Something Special" may be one of the most different types of songs on the album. There is guitar and drums in the background. When listening to this album, Ryan had said "Sounds like a Robin Thicke track"... I don't know if I can sum it up any better. Great, Interesting song. If you like Robin Thicke, you'll like this one. Not the strongest on the album, but definitley worth listening too.
9. "Love You Gently" is possibly the best R&B song in the past few years. One of the best in Ush's career. He sings "Let me love you gennnntlyyyy... Light as a feather, hard as a rock..." His lyrics are some of the best on the album. In the Billboard interview he says this song is the 'Ultimate baby making song'. Hes right... Lovers will be jammin' to this track for years & years & years.
10. "Best Thing" is featuring Jay Z. Overall, this track is the weakest song on the album. The beat is too normal, too indifferent. Usher delivers vocally, but with the beat... it's not captivating, Jay-Z has a couple good lines, but it is really just another RnB star featuring a Rap artist. Worth listening to, though. We would have rather seen "Play Me" or "Echo" or "Just Like Me" on the album, than this track.
11. "Before I Met You" is stellar. Lyrically, Usher shows that he is still stong and in the game. He is showing he's involved with his artistry. This song may be good competition for Chris Browns "I Wanna Be". Usher begins the song with "Just incase I never see your face again, Just incase the worst was meant to happen, Just incase tomorrow never comes... there is something you should know. I've given you every bit of the man I am..." He let's his girl know that she has made a huge difference in his life and that he's commited to her. He's hers, he'll "love [her] for life". One of my favs on the album!!!
12. "His Mistakes" seemed like it would be one of the best on the album, when it leaked. Yet, after hearing all the tracks and the album as a whole, it seems more like a filler. Superb lyrics and arrangement... but still not up to the par of most other tracks on the album.
13. "Appetite" is a fresh beat... great for the car. This is one of the up-tempo songs on the album. The chorus is seductive and pulls you in. You'll be singing this one after hearing it once.
14. "What's a Man to Do" is a great ballad asking, well... "Whats a man to do?!". It's about a man who feels for two women. He's confused and needs some help... he doesn't know what to do. We can picture Chris Brown, Dream, or Mario on a remix for this one. Kind of reminds me of Mario's "Do Right".
15. "Lifetime" is produced by Ush's own brother J-Lack. This track is a great song for you and your lady. Basically, Ush tells his girl that he'll be there for a lifetime, he'll love her for a lifetime, and hes been waiting a lifetime for the one. Easy-going beat sets off the tone for this relaxing track. This song reminds me of a few songs from the 'Confessions' album like "Truth Hurts", "Simple Things" and "That' What it's Made For".
16. "Love in This Club Pt. 2" featuring Beyonce & Lil' Wayne is up next. Cool remix, yet... I don't know if it should have had a place on the album. Lil' Wayne's verse sounds some-what out of place. If the beat was quicker, more up-tempo, it may sound right... Good remix, but maybe not for the album.
17. Ending the album is the deep track "Here I Stand". "Hear I Stand" is about showing that he is here to stay, he's here for his fans, his wife & family, and his friends. "No matter how far I go, No matter how long it takes, No one or nothing can change. Forever yours, here I stand." Very MarvinGaye-esque and LuthorVandross-esque. He takes us back to when RnB was soulfull and somewhat Jazzy. Gret way to wrap up the album.
(*18. If you have patience... about 2:02 minutes after "Here I Stand" ends, a hidden track "Will Work for Love" begins to play. This track is on the same track as Here I Stand (Track # 17). Awesome, awesome, awesome. This song is catchy, and worth the 2 minute wait to get to it. It's about a man who fell on hard times and needs a bit of help. He wants his girl but he needs some love and kindness. Now this is the true way to end a CD.)
In the end, the album leaves, me at least, very happy and excited. I'm glad to have waited the 4+ years for this album. It shows maturity abd growth. The album covers love, urges, grace, percerverance, life, and strength. Usher came out very strong with this album, so deff. go BUY IT and support him. Also check out UsherHereIStand.com for updates and everything Usher. Ryan and I give it a 9.5/10.0. He proves he's still on top... especially with his demeanor, swag, and vocal abilities. Usher's back... are you ready?!
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May 26, 2008

Billboard Interview

Usher's Billboard interview: Check it out!!! He tells a bit about his album, his direction, his trends, his life, etc. It's really interesting!

Check back tomorrow in the afternoon for a detailed review on the One & Only Usher... his new album 'Here I Stand'.





May 23, 2008

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May 22, 2008

Fundamental '03 "Wait a While"


Fundamental '03 has a new track out today! It's titled "Wait a While". Basically, the song is about not having to get down and dirty to show that they have love for their girl. Awesome song for the trio... it's nice to see another side of them, compared to their strong bass'd "Bye Bye" and "Confused". The track fetures, what seems like, guitars & drums. They also show great harmony together. We rate this song an 8.6/10.0.

"Wait a While"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/124002336c50bd37/

New video: Usher - "Moving Mountains"


Usher's new video for "Moving Mountains" is out. The video is amazing!!! It is very artistic and shows a lot of emotion and power throughout the 5+ minute long story-like vid. Deff a positive video for Usher! It is a continuation of the "Love in this Club" video... beginning at the burned down club scene. A lot of special effects used in the video... as well as a green screen. Everything looks VERY realistic and very well-planned. Usher doesn't dance or do any choreography in this video. We think rightfully so... The vid should send a deep message; and it does. Deff. watch this video, youll be intrigued. His album 'Here I Stand' comes out officially Tuesday, May 27!!!

Be sure to check in on Tuesday and listen to our FULL review... breaking down each song.

***NEW UPDATE: DOWNLOAD VIDEO LINK***
http://www.mediafire.com/?vzmy9ym1jex

May 21, 2008

Debut Album Alert!: Mic Little - "Put it in a Letter"


Mic Little is the future of R&B... hands down he is one of the most talented singers at the age of 14. However, recently it has come to my attention that Mic Little was dropped from the major recording label Def Jam. How? or Why? is beyond me... I don't understand why anyone would give up such a hot prospect. Mic Little, who released his expected 1st single "Put it in a Letter" featuring the lyrical master Ne-yo, had absolutely no push from Def jam which ultimately sums up why Mic Little was dropped from their label. Honestly, its a shame that such a new and upcoming artist such as Mic Little wasn't given the chance that he deserved.
However, it seems that Mic Little has released a debut album independently, which will be sold through digital downloading. The album is called "Put it in a Letter", which includes some amazing tracks such like "Put it in a Letter", "Don't Stop (I like It)", and the melodic ballad "Red Light, Green Light".
The album starts off with his 1st single "Put it in a letter", which features Ne-yo. The song is a great single choice, and lyrically wise fits his image/age. The next song on the album "Don't Stop(I Like it)" which was produced by Stargate, reveals a more risky side of Mic Little rather than his normal 14 year old sensual side. If your looking for an amazing ballad then make sure you check out track #3 on the album called "Red Light, Green Light", which shows his melodic/sensual side. "Who Need a Dime" is a different yet interesting song that shows Mic Little's creative lyrical side... (Who need a dime, I got a dollar... make me wanna pop my collar haha). #5 "Fresh & Fly" gives us a glimpse of Mic's gangsta side... but mainly just a filler on the album. #6 "Hey Girl" is a crazy club banga! It has a mesmerizing beat that will just make you wanna move. #7 "Let Me Get it", sort of has a southern type of snap beat with hard synths that make you just wanna lean and rock to it. #8 "Golden State" is kind of an obnoxious anthem about Cali and where he lives, but it doesn't take too much away from the album. #9 "Never Can Say Goodbye" is a remake of The Jackson 5's hit single, and Mic Little does an amazing job and sounds a lot like the great Michael Jackson himself. #10 "Make it out the Hood" is really just another one of those typical songs about getting out of the hood and going from the bottom to the top. #11 "My Song" is yet another slow jam ballad with a nice piano sound in the background... Mic will have the ladies eating out of his hand with this joint! #12 "Can I Be It" is a mid-tempo love song that is one of the best on the album. #13 "Hate On Us" is a slow jam that really reveals his image/age, which is good that he isn't trying to act older than he really is. #14 and the last song on the track "Before I Fail" is an interesting song with a weird intro... probaly a bad way to end the album... but overall an amazing album.

TrackList- "Put it in a Letter"
  1. Put it in a Letter - http://www.evilshare.com/7da2745c-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  2. Don't Stop (I Like It) - http://www.evilshare.com/7e426200-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  3. Red Light, Green Light - http://www.evilshare.com/7e744fea-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  4. Who Need a Dime - http://www.evilshare.com/7ee91b36-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  5. Fresh & Fly - http://www.evilshare.com/7f31bc56-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  6. Hey Girl - http://www.evilshare.com/7faf3b04-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  7. Let me get it - http://www.evilshare.com/80e3d64c-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  8. Golden State - http://www.evilshare.com/815c671a-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  9. Never can Say Goodbye - http://www.evilshare.com/823318dc-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  10. Make it out the Hood - http://www.evilshare.com/825c9914-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  11. My Song - http://www.evilshare.com/828831be-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  12. Can I be It - http://www.evilshare.com/82b67b8c-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  13. Hate On Us - http://www.evilshare.com/82dbda6c-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
  14. Before I Fail - http://www.evilshare.com/82f30160-784d-102b-a14f-000b6aa2a5f8
Overall Rating: 8.6

Kwiet Storm "Everybody"


The 4 member group Kwiet Storm has a new song titled "Everybody". The song is a hoppin' R&B song. It is very catchy and likeable. I could see this song all over BET and MTV this summer... with a hott video in Florida or somewhere tropical. The beat is dope... very One Chance/Pretty Ricky/Yung Joc. Overall, the song is a 8.3/10.0. Great song to introduce us to this upcoming R&B group. We can't wait to hear more from them!


8.3/10.0


"Everybody"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/1234738749bb896b/

Usher: 'Here I Stand' & Bonus Track


2 new bonus tracks from 'Here I Stand' have leaked onto the internet titled "Revolver" & "Forever Young". Neither Ryan or I(Brendon) have listened to these tracks... and won't until Tuesday, May 27. We will not be posting our review of Usher's album or bonus tracks until the 27th. We haven't even downloaded the album... or listened to any songs besides the 5 or so that we posted last week. This album is set to be one of the, if not the, album of the year... We're waiting until 5/27/08 to hear the album: We're actually going to purchase and support Usher. So, listen/download if you want.. but there will be no reviews or comments on any of the new material/album until next Tuesday.

Deff. check back in from time to time though, especially on Tuesday.
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"Revolver"
http://www.zshare.net/audio/123474569073a510/

'Here I Stand' Album
http://www2.evilshare.com/bdd7eff4-77e2-102b-8d56-00a0c993e9d6
***NEW UPDATE***
"Forever Young"

Chrishan "Changed"


Chrishan has a new song titled "Changed". This song was previewed about 2 weeks ago by R&B star Lloyd... except his version was titled "Life". We are wondering who is actually going to get the beat for their album... Especially with Lloyd being well-known and with his new album coming out soon, and Chrishan only debuting sometime soon... Will the song go to lloyd because of 'seniority'?

Overall, the song is great. We give it an 8.6/10.0. Chrishan uses his voice as an instrument and really excels. His voice has really matured since the last bit of music we've heard... a month or so ago. He really has "Changed"... He seems to be turning into an exciting new face in R&B! We'll see how he differentiates himself from the R&B games male stars. For example, we think he'll end up being compared to Lloyd, Trey Songz, J. Holiday, Casely and Chris Brown. He needs to find either a route, style, music-feel, or audience direction different than the forementioned artists.
We can't wait to see Chrishan mature more and begin his journey to stardom. Deff. check this trackout!!!

8.6/10.0

Shout to BMF!

May 18, 2008

Keri Hilson "Energy" Snip


Keri Hilson is hottt off the "Super Human" track... Her supposed first single "Energy" is beginning to show itself! In this 30 sec clip... you can really hear how shes coming swingin' for Ciara and Rihanna! it seems like a very catchy and likeable song. We'll review more when the full version comes out. Officially, the single will be out May 27th on iTunes!
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"Energy"
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May 16, 2008

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