Archive for August, 2011

BRANDY TALKS NEW RECORD DEAL & GUEST STARRING ON ‘DROP DEAD DIVA’

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS |

Brandy is getting back in the game. Fresh off announcing a new deal with RCA/Chameleon Records, the R&B singer is making her return to acting. The “Moesha” actress will guest star on three episodes of Lifetime’s “Drop Dead Diva” (starting Sept. 4), playing Elisa Shayne, the ex-girlfriend of Parker (Josh Stamberg), who comes to him for legal help.

She spoke briefly about her new record deal during her appearance on “Good Day LA” today. “I’m working with people that believe in me,” shared Brandy, whose new album is due in early 2012. “It’s hard to work with people that think you’re done. … I love what I do and if I can touch just two people, then I’ve done my job.”

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NEW MUSIC: J. VALENTINE, MARCUS COOPER & CHRIS BROWN – UP! (REMIX) (NO TAGS)

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

UPDATED W/UNTAGGED VERSION

Chris Brown joins his boys J. Valentine and Marcus Cooper on their sex fueled R&B remix to LoveRance’s “Up! (Beat The P***y Up).” The R&B Pop star adds a rap/sung verse, which is sure to make the ladies fantasize, as he sings, “I don’t care if you a stripper baby, cuz what I got it might tip ya over.” This version has tags, so check it out for now and stay tuned. UPDATE: Yeaa, been waiting on this? Get the untagged version below. Enjoy!

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VIDEO: NE-YO – I KNOW YOU WANT ME (REMIX)

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC, VIDEOS |

Ne-Yo travels to Jamaica for some freaky action in the viral video for his remix to dancehall singer Mavado’s “I Know You Want Me” off his upcoming mixtape 101.

If you like what you hear, listen to the full remix below.

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VIDEO: AUBURN – DEEP

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in VIDEOS |

Here is the brand new video for Beluga Heights teen pop singer Auburn’s latest single “Deep.” Her debut album is slated for release later this year.

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MELANIE FIONA TALKS ABOUT “THE MF LIFE” ON SIRIUS XM

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS |

Melanie Fiona stopped by Sirius Xm The Heat to talk to Mina SayWhat (@MinaSayWhat) and premiere her new song “4am.” A two time Grammy nominee, Melanie talks about what she’s done to take her sophomore album “The MF Life” to the next level. She also discusses her tweets and reveals pressures to produce commercial music.

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INTRODUCING THE-DREAM’S LATEST ARTIST – CASHA

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MUSIC |

If you are not a fan of The-Dream or have not already checked out his brand new free album (Terius Nash – 1977), do not miss out on the new introduction of his latest artist, Casha. The Compton natives name first became familiar to music fans when she was featured on rapper Yung Berg’s crossover track, “The Business.” But after enjoying the success of the song, which became a Top 40 hit and allowed her to perform on BET’s 106 & Park, things kind of stalled out. Since that success however, the up and coming singer/songwriter has been locked in Radio Killa studios, honing her craft and gearing up for her rise to stardom.

Check out Casha’s brand new cover of “Silly” below. What do you think?

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USHER SHOOTS NEW VIDEO IN NEW YORK (PHOTOS)

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in PHOTOS |

Usher was spotted on the set of a new music video in Queens yesterday. There is no official word on the “single” but two possibilities are his collaboration with DJ/Producer David Guetta, “Without You,” or his collaboration with Romeo Santos on “Promise”. Shout to YBF.

See more pics after the jump.

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MIGUEL SPILLS DETAILS ON SECOND ALBUM, WRITING FOR USHER

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Miguel is gearing up for round two. The “Sure Thing” crooner is in the process of recording his sophomore album, tentatively due in March/April 2012. He provided Rap-Up TV with some insight at this weekend’s VMAs.

“Think electronic hip-hop meets classic rock meets great songs,” he explained. “I’m excited to discuss a few topics outside of the romantic experience, but still keep it very relatable.”

He wants to convey a deeper message with his lyrics, taking a page from socially conscious artists like Marvin Gaye. “We don’t have that many ‘urban’ artists that are chronicling the times,” he said. “A lot has been on my mind, so some of those things I might discuss on this next album.”

In addition to his own music, Miguel is returning to the studio with Usher for two to three months to write for his next project. “Expect it to be amazing,” he teased.

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