Video: Benny Benassi feat. John Legend – “Dance The Pain Away”

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in VIDEOS |

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Even John Legend is getting a piece of the Dance/EDM craze. The R&B crooner questions how can you dance and celebrate if you have a broken heart in the premiere of the music video for “Dance The Pain Away,” his collaboration with DJ/Producer Benny Benassi. The two first premiered the song during Coachella this past April.

In the black-and-white clip, John belts out the uptempo track in a black suit, and then visits the beach as models enjoy the sunny location, and Benny drives his vintage sports car through a winding road. Get your first look at the video below:

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Mario Announces Comeback Single “Somebody Else” featuring Nicki Minaj

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

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After a very long delay, Mario is finally coming back! The R&B vocalist has announced he will return next week with a brand new single featuring Nicki Minaj.

The new song titled, “Somebody Else,” is produced by Polow Da Don, and scheduled to hit iTunes on Tuesday, May 21. “I hope this new song breathes new life into R&B and where I’m gonna take it!” said the 26-year-old in a handwritten note.

Mario’s upcoming fifth album will reflect the changes in his life. “Nothing can explain the excitement in my heart at this point & time in my life,” he said. “I have changed so much as a man, artist, & creator, and I realize more and more everyday that it’s not about me. It’s about me doing what GOD wants me to do; change the world with my GIFT.”

Read Mario’s handwritten note below:

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Luke James Performs “I Want You / I Get So Lonely” Mash-Up on SBTV

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES |

While supporting Beyoncé on the European leg of her “Mrs. Carter Show World Tour,” the incomparable Luke James stopped by SBTV in the UK to perform a special mash-up of his hit single “I Want You” mixed with Janet Jackson’s “I Get So Lonely.”

Another stunning performance from James, as he showcases his incredible, raw falsetto. Peep the clip above.

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Beyoncé Pregnant with Second Child? E! News Report Says Yes!

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in GOSSIP, NEWS |

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As much as we hate these rumors, you can’t deny the curiosity, and when the source is E! News, you hope, for their sake, they are right.  According to a report, the media company has received legitimate confirmation from a close anonymous source that Beyoncé is indeed pregnant with her second child with Jay-Z.

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New Music: Jay Sean feat. Rick Ross – Mars

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

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Jay Sean is goin to take you outta this world, if you let him. The British singer/songwriter has returned with the smooth single, “Mars” featuring a verse from Rick Ross. The seductive, falsetto-driven tune is the second official single off Sean’s upcoming album Neon, which is due out June 25 via Cash Money.

“I’m so high, I’m wasted I don’t wanna come down/ Let me take you to Mars, girl/ And we’ll make love on a star, girl,” he sings.

This ain’t half bad, surprisingly Jay returned to his R&B influence on here. Take a listen below:

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TGT Behind The Scenes of “Sex Never Felt Better” Video Shoot

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in BEHIND THE SCENES |

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TGT (Tyrese, Ginuwine, Tank) released the brand new music video to their hot single “Sex Never Felt Better” on Thursday, and now you can take a look behind-the-scenes of the fun-filled video shoot.

The R&B vets held a mini concert at the Saban Theatre in Los Angeles to film the Matt Alonzo-directed visual, which features them performing the sexy song in front of a crowd of screaming female fans, and celebrating with champagne in a private VIP area.

As usual the fellas joke around none stop. Did you know Tank can still hit those high notes while eating salad? Check out the humorous footage below:

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New Music: Gallant – Please? (Vignette)

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MUSIC |

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After generating some buzz with his uniquely haunting, falsetto driven cover of Ke$ha’s “Die Young“, emerging newcomer Gallant premieres the first single off his upcoming ‘Zebra‘ EP. The airy, vibed-out “Please? (Vignette),” perfectly defines the brand of soulful ambient alternative that the NYC native is looking to bring to the forefront of the progressive R&B movement.

Gallant captivates through his dreamy falsetto over the angelic harps of the filtered down track, produced by Felix Snow. Check it out below, and peep the accompanying visual.

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Candice Glover Wins ‘American Idol,’ Performs with Jennifer Hudson, Readies Debut Album for July

Posted on May 17th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC, NEWS |

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All cheer, Candice is here! ‘American Idol’ season 12 came to an end on Thursday night and the much-loved Candice Glover was crowned the winner!  In a surprise announcement, and only hours after confetti fell to the “Idol” stage, the South Carolina singer revealed the news that her debut album is coming out this July.

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