Archive for July 18th, 2011

MELANE FIONA DEBUTS NEW SONG “THIS TIME” COVERS “KILLING ME SOFTLY” (VIDEO)

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES |

Melanie Fiona had the city of Philadelphia rocking at this weekend’s Global Fusion Festival. The R&B songstress performed a selection of hits from her debut album, The Bridge, including “Give It To Me” and “It Kills Me” and previewed new music from her forthcoming LP, The MF Life, including “Gone And Never Coming Back” and the brand new “This Time.” In addition to crooning her hits, Fiona also covered Lauryn Hill’s classic hit “Killing Me Softly.”

Shout to Singersroom for the footage. Follow the jump for more.

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JOHN LEGEND SHARES HIS 3 LITTLE DIGS (VIDEO)

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

While on tour, John Legend stopped by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League’s studio for their ’3 Little Digs’ segment. Legend spoke on some of his needs while out on the road. Roasted chicken before you sing??? Whoa, hahaha.

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NEW MUSIC: TEAIRRA MARI – COME BACK TO ME (JANET JACKSON COVER)

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

Teairra Mari pays tribute to the legendary Janet Jackson, remaking her Rhythm Nation classic, “Come Back To Me.” Check out the sexy singers rendition below. Do you think she did it justice? Shout to Rap-Up.

Teairra Mari – Come Back To Me

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ROBIN THICKE PREPS NEW ALBUM, DISCOVERS JANELLE MONAE (VIDEO)

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Robin Thicke talks about his fifth album and plans to work with Pharrell, shares his newfound love for Janelle Monáe, and speaks on his son’s musical inclinations.

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PATTI LABELLE PRAISES LEDISI (VIDEO)

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

For TheUrbanDaily’s ‘Face To Face’ series the legendary Patti Labelle sat with soul singer Ledisi, and had nothing but great things to say about her. Praising her voice and saying she will have a long career. What a compliment from Patti! Ledisi looked like she was about to cry. This must have meant so much to her.

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NEW MUSIC: CHRIS BROWN – REAL HIP-HOP #3

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

Chris Brown is truly a jack of all trades. The young megastar is officially back and hotter than ever. Currently enjoying a chart topping album and crazy fan support, Breezy is on to the next one. Rap? We have all heard him lay verses here and there, but he is serious about this, maybe not an official album, but bet that mixtape is coming soon. Check out his brand new freestyle over a hot 9th Wonder beat below.

What do you think about CB’s rapping skills?

Chris Brown – Real Hip-Hop #3

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COREY “LATIF” WILLIAMS PERFORMS IN GERMANY

Posted on July 18th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES |

Singer/Songwriter Corey “Latif” Williams flew over to Germany this past weekend for a special performance at Club Index. In this clip the R&B songster performs his latest single “Magnificent,” “U Think U Know” and “Destination Us.” Check it out.

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