Archive for December 15th, 2011

VIDEO: LUKE JAMES – I WANT YOU

Burgeoning R&B singer/songwriter Luke James releases the official video for his debut song “I Want You.” This is a simple yet classy visual which switches back and forth between black and white and dimly lit scenes. It does a great job of showcasing the strength of James falsetto and the emotion of this powerful song.

Check it out! What do you think?


AN AUDIENCE WITH MIGUEL (SPECIAL PERFORMANCE) (VIDEO)

ThatGrapeJuice presents a very special performance with breakout R&B star Miguel, as part of their new series The Splash. As they tell it…

Undoubtedly one of 2011′s biggest breakout stars, Miguel has made quite the name for himself over the last 12 months. As such, That Grape Juice was honoured to film and produce ‘An Audience With…Miguel’ as part of our Splash series. However, in our quest to continually push the envelope, we wanted to ensure a Splash session which would be as unique as the artist performing on it. Shot at a secret London location, we invited the singer’s loyalest fans down to get up, close, and personal with eclectic star.

Check out the full performance, including an intimate Q&A below.

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VIDEO: CHRIS BROWN FEAT. KEVIN MCCALL – STRIP

Chris Brown throws an early Christmas party in the snowy mountains with a bountiful amount of female friends. The R&B superstar is living the life (say what you will, but he’s a young man having the time of his life), in the brand new, Colin Tilley directed video for “Strip.” The strip club anthem, featuring artist/producer Kevin McCall, which will appear on Chris’ fifth album Fortune, due in 2012.

Who wouldn’t want to join this party!


THISISRNB TV: GET TO KNOW ELLE VARNER (INTERVIEW)

ThisisRnB TV recently spent some time with burgeoning R&B singer/songwriter Elle Varner. This visual highlights our chat where Elle candidly spoke about her new found fame, stalkers on Twitter, her potential next single and favorite lyrical song “Refill,” (which you can listen to HERE), her writing and production style, learning singing from her parents, and who she would like to play in a biopic.

Take a look at the visual now, which also features footage from Elle’s recent sold out show at SOB’s.


ASHANTI ANNOUNCES NEW RECORD DEAL

Ashanti is taking the independent route with her anticipated forthcoming album. A day after releasing her Busta Rhymes-assisted single, “The Woman You Love,” the R&B star has officially announced her new record deal.

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MARY J. BLIGE SCORES GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINATION

Mary J. Blige can add a new accomplishment to her résumé. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has been nominated for a Golden Globe by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

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ANTHONY HAMILTON TALKS NEW ALBUM, TOURING, WORKING WITH KERI HILSON & MORE


Mr. Anthony Hamilton just released his anticipated album Back To Love. Last night the soulful songster dropped by BET’s 106 & Park to premiere his video for “Woo,” he talked about the album, his recent tour, working with Keri Hilson on their new duet “Never Let Go,” gave some “wooing” tips and more. Check it out! (remember you may have to press play twice, due to BET’s annoying video player).


NEW MUSIC: JOHN LEGEND – CHASING YOUR LOVE

Well what do we have here! If you’ve been yearning for new music from John Legend, this is an early Christmas present. The R&B crooner has been working hard on his next full length album, hopefully due out in 2012. Here is a new song titled “Chasing Your Love,” that just surfaced online today. No word if it is intended for the album yet, but sounds good.

Take a listen now! Are you excited for new music from JL?

After the jump check out a video highlight of John’s recent ‘World of Betters’ live show. He brought together a group of street musicians, creating a Busking Orchestra to perform a free concert for the people of Paris.

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