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Koch Records drops 30 minutes of Dwele?s ?Sketches Of A Man?, And It Ain?t
2008-05-13 00:19:00 This preview of “Sketches of a Man” shouldn’t be slept on or unshared (like Phonte mentions on ‘Can’t Win For Losing‘). Experience what the radio’s been missing after the break… Dwele’s album is in stores June 24th and check out his first single, ‘I’m Cheatin’‘ in its entirety if you haven’t already…
By: Nerd with Swag
Raheem DeVaughn - ?Woman? (video)
2007-11-13 22:29:00 So the brotha Raheem DeVaughn returns to the game with a ballad for all the strong, successful, and supportive women, who are definitely a rare commodity these days. So hes just informing y’all, that you are appreciated. ‘Woman’ is definitely a dope first single off of his upcoming album “Love Behind the Melody” and is ...
By: Nerd with Swag
Erykah Badu - ?Snap Back? (Girlfriends Performance)
2007-11-13 21:38:00 In case you missed it last night, Ms. Badu was featured on the CW’s Girlfriends and performed ‘Snap Back’ (amidst harassment from Joan) another dope track off of “The Kabah” her upcoming album dropping February 26th 2007. Watch Erykah perform the track after the jump. Related PostsErykah Badu - ‘Real Thing (Music Is Everything) prod. by ...
By: Nerd with Swag
Erykah Badu - ?Honey prod. by 9th Wonder?
2007-11-11 00:34:00 I must say that Ms. Badu has never once disappointed, and neither has 9th to mention it. So a little collaboration between the two could only make for a beautiful thing. ‘Honey’ is confirmed track off her upcoming album “The Kabah” which is now slated to release February 26, 2007… Previously: Erykah Badu - ?Real ...
By: Nerd with Swag
Dap Kings - 100 Days 100 Nights (Video)
2007-11-03 00:14:00 100 Days 100 Nights is the most recent single from the marvelous Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings. Still befuddled? Well Sharon Jones is a new Soul/Funk/R&B singer that is making noise of late with a backing by the well known Dap Kings (Amy Winehouse’s band). Now I hate to throw this term around because ...
By: Nerd with Swag
Jill Scott speaks on her upcoming album ?The Real Thing? (video)
2007-09-15 19:35:00 In the consecutive videos after the break is a 17-minute interview with Miss Scott. A bit of the interview was heard before on “The Real Thing” album snippet I posted back in in but this is definitely more in depth. So the sista divulges a tad more on her haters, shady family members, opinions on ...
By: Nerd with Swag
While you where sleeping: Ghostface talks about the New Wu-tang album entit
2007-06-23 02:49:00 “It Feels Good to Be Around My Brothers Again” Tony Starks said in a recent interview on Funkmaster Flex’s Hot 97 radio show regarding their upcoming album. (Hip-hop needs another Wu-tang album…) [source] Lightning kills man beneath cloudless sky. A Dade landscaper died after being struck by an unusual type of lightning that’s stronger, hotter, lasts ...
By: Nerd with Swag
Jill Scott - ?Hate on me?
2007-05-31 20:09:00 The newest from Jill Scott, I’m guessing this to be her new single off her upcoming unknown album… You can always count on Jill for something uplifting. Related PostsD.O.E.- ?Piano Man Video? (Scott Storch Diss)Eve - Tambourine (produced by Swizz Beats)A Dipset Easter
By: Nerd with Swag
Erykah Badu - ?Real Thing (Music Is Everything) prod. by Madlib?
2007-05-06 03:01:00 And the queen returns…
By: Nerd with Swag
(Almost) Music History: Hip-hop, Pop, Rap, R&B and Neo Soul CDs
2007-03-27 18:03:00 A tidal wave of change is about to sweep the music industry, and it'll impact the quality of music discovery for fans who digg hip-hop, pop, rap, R&B or neo-soul. The day is coming when top-selling artists such as Justin Timberlake, 50 Cent, Ciara and R. Kelly will be exclusive members of a recording club narrowly defined by major music labels: They're cutting back on who gets to cut an entire album. Most artist will only be financed to release a radio single or two at a time.This disappointing new contract norm could serve a blow to the less commercial artists (e.g., those with a "cult" following like neo soul masters Bilal or Sandra St. Victor), or new talent on the rise (e.g., Lupe Fiasco three years ago). Imagine the excellent album tracks we'll never get to hear now.The problem is the singles-driven digital music craze. iPod users overwhelmingly cherry-pick one or two hit songs to purchase; not enough are paying for entire albums. For record label executives, the bottom line...
By: South Side Star
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