Archive for April 17th, 2012

Video: Kevin Cossom – Overflow

With just hours to go before the release of his anticipated Mixtape/EP “Hook vs. Bridge II” Kevin Cossom has unveiled another brand new video. This time for his fan favorite ballad “Overflow,” which is a continuation of his video for “Things People Do,” finding the singer/songwriter getting intimate with his lady friend on the beach.

Watch as KC brings that real R&B flow to your screen below, and stay tuned for the mixtape, coming very soon!

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Video: Brandon Hines – Yes You Are

Brandon Hines has finally returned, as he has just released the brand new video for his first single on Revel/SoSoDef/Epic, “Yes You Are.” The Benny Boom directed visual, which was shot in Brooklyn, finds B. Hines dedicating his love to his one and only ‘everything.’

Watch Brandon bring the real love back below, and stay tuned for much more from the Detroit bred singer/songwriter.

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Beyonce Personally Congratulates “End of Time” Remix Contest Winner via Skype

Beyonce is surely showing more interest in connecting with her fans and showing her personality. The megastar took out the time to personally thank and congratulate the winner of her “End of Time” remix contest through skype. The contest, which was launched in early February, and open to 25 countries, received over 3,000 entrants.

The winner, a producer named Jimek of Poland, will take home $4,000 USD and will have his remix appear on 4: The Remix. The EP, available digitally on April 24. Check out the emotional exchange now.


ThisisRnB x DJ Carisma’s “Cookie Jar” (Week of 4/16) with Melody Thornton

Lookie who was on the Cookie Jar last night, no she didn’t have another “revealing” moment physically, but she did sing her butt off live to her fan favorite “Lipstick&Guilt.” You can watch that quick performance above and listen to the full show, including Melody’s interview below… Enjoy!

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ThisisRnB TV: Claude Kelly Talks About Luke James & Their New Music

ThisisRnB recently caught up with 3x Grammy nominated songwriter Claude Kelly for an in-depth interview. In this clip Claude talks about flourishing R&B singer Luke James.

“I want more people to see Luke do what he does … the more people that see him live and what he can do, they are going to be blown away. Luke can sing anybody out of the water…and he is charming, he’s a star, he has stage presence, he’s a cool dude, very humble, very nice. If all’s fair in this world, he’ll get the shot that he deserves, and he’ll be a very successful artist.”

Claude is not only a huge fan of Luke, but they have collaborated together on 3 songs for the New Orleans native’s debut album. “They are R&B records, and the focus was his voice, everyone else is trying to be slick, auto-tune it up…I was like dude just sing! It’s a melody and he is saying honest stuff… it wasn’t complicated.”

Watch as Claude co-signs Luke, and talks about their studio session. Stay tuned for more from our interview with Claude Kelly coming soon!


New Music: Austin Brown – Groove 92

Uh Oh, we missed posting this yesterday, and Austin was on us today! Haha. Glad he was though, as the kid delivered another great track titled “Groove 92.” Speaking about the song he said,

“I came up with this Idea originally coming home from the beach one afternoon last summer. I grabbed my guitar and started playing and singing the melody which ultimately became the song. I took it to the studio played it for Scott and Tommy and we finished it right on the spot.”

Gotta love that, simple and what an outcome. Take a listen now… What do you think?

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News: Maxwell Announces 6-Day Tour, Will Perform All Albums

All the loyal fans of Maxwell are in for a treat. The R&B/Soul singer will embark on a six-day tour, this summer, to perform his discography in its entirety.

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Lil’ Mo Performs Cover of Lil’ Wayne’s “How To Love”

Lil’ Mo recently gave a performance at Dillard University in New Orleans. The R&B songstress took a moment to talk to the audience about her “love” movement and the importance of loving ones self first and foremost. She then delved into a cover of Lil’ Wayne’s “How To Love,” which she nailed and was well received. Check out the footage above.