BET Awards: Beenie Man and Elephant Man Set the Show Pon Fire! and Nicki Minaj Goes WILD!!!
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Mark Morrison Returns With New Single, ‘I Am What I Am’ – Watch
Brace yourselves; Mark Morrison’s latest single is beyond anything you’ve heard in a while. The self-proclaimed "King of British R'n'B", is back with, ‘I Am What I Am’. The RnB singer, who shot to fame with his number one hit, ‘Return of the Mack’, is also planning a fresh assault on the charts together with his long-awaited album and...
Track Of The Day: Austin Mahone – ‘What About Love’
The next teen idol has arrived. Austin Mahone is currently been hailed as the "second coming of Justin Bieber," thanks to a handful of YouTube viral videos. The seventeen-year-old pop singers debut single, '11:11' peaked at number nine on the Billboard Heatseekers Songs chart, while his follow-up, 'Say Something' peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Pop Songs chart....
Watch Nicki Minaj and Ciara Twerking in ‘I’m Out’ Video
Dressed in tight white catsuits, and gleaming ’90s spaceship aesthetics two of the sexiest women in hip hop singer Ciara and rapper Nicki Minaj look stunning as they compete in the battle of the bums as they twerk in the video for Ciara's new single I'm Out.Ci’s video for her collaboration with former American Idol judge Nicki Minaj “I’m...
Future Flavours bringing fresh for July
It’s another installment of Future Flavours and in this month I learned that Purple Rain (1984) the soundtrack sung by the hobbit of the singing world (I mean that with affection) is twenty nine years old.http://youtu.be/aYOLEF-N3oQThat soundtrack helped to further cement him as the multi-talented Prince at the fore-front of music at that time. He was evidently compared to...
Tinie Tempah Premieres New Single, ‘Trampoline’ Feat. 2 Chainz
After a two-year break, Tinie Tempah is back! Picking up from where he left off with his 2011 hit, 'Till I'm Gone', the award-winning rapper dropped by MistaJam’s BBC 1Xtra show to premiere his brand new single, ‘Trampoline’, featuring 2 Chainz. The Diplo produced cut delivers musically, rather than in words. No less effective than Tinie’s grimy, flow, over...
Track Of The Day: Max Marshall — ‘Don’t Trip’
Max Marshall is one of the canniest operators and boldest talents currently residing in London. The American born, singer-songwriter, recently released her mixtape, ‘Forgive Me’ featuring some remarkable refix's of tracks by Frank Ocean, Lana Del Ray and Grace Jones. With the flag of her Baltimore roots and East London heritage flying high — the rising star is producing...
Introducing Anassa O’Neill, Who May Just Become The UK’s Next Big Thing
With so many young artists emerging at the moment, it can be so easy to overlook up and coming talents that really matters. One of the most exciting new acts to catch our attention is 12-year-old singer, songwriter Anassa O’Neill. The British schoolgirl has every right to be "Feeling Good" after her cover of Nina Simone’s classic has now...
New Music: Sherry Davis – ‘Can’t Stay Away’ (iAm1 Remix)
Here’s one for the summer: iAm1 has remixed the new single, 'Can't Stay Away' from Sherry Davis and it is very, very good. The track taken from the soul singers debut EP, 'Star Crossed Lovers' represents the producer/songwriter’s solid output. Adventurous listening for sure, a mixture of dark electronic sounds makes the track more curious with Sherry’s sultry sweet vocals....
Matt Cardle Unveils New Single, ‘Loving You’ Featuring Melanie C
Matt Cardle has built a career around singing about affairs of the heart, but the former X Factor champ digs deeper than usual on his new track, ‘Loving You’, featuring Melanie C. The pair have teamed up for the new track co-produced by Cardle himself, Jamie Scott and ex-Jamiroquai member Toby Smith. The former Spice Girl croons over the chorus...
Glastonbury 2013 coverage: Rita Ora, Arctic Monkeys and more
All the latest BBC videos from Glastonbury 2013 featuring Rita Ora, Arctic Monkeys and Palma Violets.Arctic Monkeys - R U Mine? http://youtu.be/rJD-HEAHHg8Palma Violets - Best of Friends http://youtu.be/0z_ltjI8dKo
Glastonbury 2013 coverage: Public Enemy, Ben Howard and more
All the latest BBC videos from Glastonbury 2013 featuring Public Enemy, Ben Howard, Laura Mvula and Two Door Cinema ClubLaura Mvula – Green Garden http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-y8rWfofQk Ben Howard – Only Love http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb4Q_lDSPxc Two Door Cinema Club - Sun http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-o_JtHatgg
Glastonbury 2013 coverage: Vampire Weekend, Phoenix and more
Mumford & Sons (feat. Vampire Weekend, First Aid Kit & the Vaccines) – A Little Help From My Friends http://youtu.be/X0BELty_7jk The XX – Angels http://youtu.be/U3bBUzhWbdoPhoenix - Entertainment http://youtu.be/6eRbbWkwatELianne La Havas - Is Your Love Big Enough? http://youtu.be/DiY_WBU36xw Smashing Pumpkins - Tonight, Tonight http://youtu.be/eHK7tlKhKyU James Black - Retrograde http://youtu.be/pT82xUWGGQE Cat Power – Metal Heart http://youtu.be/pK-4G6ArehM
Benny Benassi And John Legend ‘Dance The Pain Away’ On New Single
World-renowned Super DJ/producer Benny Benassi has released his highly anticipated new single, ‘Dance The Pain Away’ featuring John Legend. Co-produced with his production partner and cousin Alle Benassi, ‘Dance The Pain Away’ is a bona fide summer anthem that will burst into flames this summer. The duo first unveiled ‘Dance The Pain Away’ back in April at Coachella when...
Review: Labrinth, Ms Dynamite Shine Bright At High Definition Festival
The HD Festival, now in its second year, returned with more than 60 live acts with hundreds of LED screen panels, pyrotechnics, C02 canons and multi-coloured lasers. The atmosphere was friendly as the sun shone on thousands who looked forward to entertainment on offer in the seven different arena tents including a digital, D&B and jungle arena stage; there was...
NAS: The Man behind the Mic
With ten albums under his belt, multiple Grammy award nominations and a career spanning nearly twenty years, there isn’t much left for Nas to do. Recently ranked #1 on CNN’s greatest lyricist of all time, the New York microphone maestro released his seventh platinum selling album ‘Life is good’ (2012) which was his most personal album to date, dealing...
Back With A Bang: X Factor Duo MK1 Debut New Single ‘Let Go’
X Factor favourite MK1, who appeared on last years series, have unveiled their brand new single, ‘Let Go’. The track is a real toe tapping summer groove with an infectious beat and vibe. The duo, who co-wrote the song with up and coming producer Skripture recently shot the video and are promising fans “the party of a lifetime! It’s...
A Lil Twist Of Trevante
It is without doubt that the number of talented artists who are below the age of twenty coming through and being successful is increasing like a virile lemming colony. More frightening is the fact that they are generally able to deal with the pressurres of being musicians alongside the fame with the fortitude and experience of a veterans. Soon I...
Mariah Carey Premieres ‘Beautiful’ Remix Feat. A$AP Rocky
Following the success of the original, Mariah Carey has tapped A$AP Rocky for the first official remix to her hit single 'Beautiful', featuring Miguel. While the production remains the same, the only added essence is the Harlem MC’s verse at the beginning of the song: “Shawty got grill like Chipotle and my favourite meal be the shrimp lo mein,”...
Showerz & Talent Raises A Toast To The Ladies On ‘Perfect’ – Watch
While dance and pop music dominate the mainstream, the underground scene is alive and kicking, providing a real footing to those in need of substance and authenticity. Hailing from East London are 18 year-old up-and comers, Showerz & Talent, who are currently causing a buzz with their latest track, ‘Perfect’. The MC’s showcase their vivid storytelling, merging a tale...
Kanye West Caught Up In Yeezus Controversy
Kanye Wests newest offering 'Yeezus' stormed to number 1 in the UK album chart this week but one lyric in particular has come under intense scrutiny. During the song 'On Sight' Ye' raps ''As soon as I pull up and park the benz/ We get this bitch bouncing like Parkinson's.'' The lyric has appeared to upset many including the...
K*Ners Caning the Bristol Grammar!
Kners the Bristol emcee has been off the scene for a little bit of time but he returns with a UK hip-hop bit of niceness with the self-explanatory Bristol Grammar.Kners has been one of the foremost names in the UK game for a minute now and work with US artists as well as UK names has peppered his career...
Super Sharp Shooter Phreeda (pronounced Frieda)
Phreeda (who lives in London) could be called a globe trotting, cultured femcee whose first wish was always to be a writer. Far from this life-long wish to be a femcee it was through her love of poetry and the construction of words that she eventually found herself barring for her brother’s group.“So I rapped a verse and that...
Show N Prove Mix Up Jessie J’s ‘Wild’!
I think it's safe to say that Jessie's first single 'Wild', released on the 26th May and taken from her second untitled album, has done pretty damn well. It peaked at number three in the chart and is still in the top ten after five weeks in the Vodafone Big Top 40. However, music producer and DJ Show N...
New Music: L Marshall – ‘Kiss The Fire’
L Marshall unveils his highly anticipated project ‘Kiss The Fire’. The singer-songwriter has been teasing the project for a while now, releasing a video every two weeks as part of his 8 week project. ‘Kiss The Fire’ which is described as neither an EP nor a mixtape, shows L Marshall’s ability as an artist and future star. Marshall, who...
New Music: Miss DeeVee vs StaRiaH — ‘The Queen’ (R.B D’Cruze Mix)
Breakfast is served. Fresh out of the oven, StaRiaH serves up a heat on ‘The Queen’ featuring Miss DeeVee. Seamlessly fusing rap, clever wordplay and street slang, the London femcee makes her debut on this R.B D’cruze mix, while honing her lyrical charisma and artistic versatility. Hooking up with Dallas Austin’s latest protégée, Miss DeeVee, the track provides a...
Hurts Premiere New Video For ‘Somebody To Die For’
Hurts are back with a brand new video for ‘Somebody To Die For’, the follow up single to ‘Miracle’ and ‘Blind’ from the second album ‘Exile’. The song itself is a dramatic and passionate track that builds into a huge emotional chorus and is a firm favourite from ‘Exile’, the visuals keep up with Hurts’ usual dark and emotive...
Skepta And A*M*E Confirmed For Vinspired Live!
Vinspired has just confirmed the exciting news that Skepta, the king of grime as well as chart-toppers A*M*E will be performing at their Vinspired Live event on the 6th July. The charity set up the concert to celebrate all the good things that the youth of today can bring to the table. It actually makes a change because, as...
New Music: Cynikal Unveils ‘Beautiful’ Featuring Kaleem Taylor
With the summer season once again upon us, rapper Cynikal has unleashed some new music. The hip hop rhyme weaver on the come up has unveiled the visuals for ‘Beautiful’, a previously unreleased collaboration with soul newcomer Kaleem Taylor. The track sampling Nas’ ‘Daughters’, serves as an glowing, warm and sincere story about love and lasting relationships. With a...
Track Of The Day: MiKill Pane — ‘Chairman of the Bored’
Mikill Pane is at the forefront of a new wave of talented rappers emerging in 2013. His latest track ‘Chairman of the Bored’ serves as a cannonball of his unadorned raps, but yet effective bass-heavy punchlines that shoots him into the heatwave of hip hop dominance. Uncompromising yet catchy, his music has the feeling of bouncing over waves on...