Archive for August 1st, 2012

New Music: Mateo – Suite 823 (Mixtape)

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

Mateo is back! The singer-songwriter is inviting you into his world with the brand new “Suite 823” mixtape. A fairly short project, 9 tracks including the lead single “Carry On,” the newly released duet with Stacy Barthe “Looking You Up,” and his well received cover of Lana Del Rey’s “Blue Jeans.”

“I decided to create Suite 823 to give my fans a journey into my life. To me, Suite 823 (aka “Thinking of You” in numeral code) is a place where I was able to reflect on past love, fans, and my future,” said Mateo. “Everyone’s Suite 823 looks different and has different content. Mine may look different from time to time, but this mixtape gives a glimpse (for my fans) into my Suite 823.”

Mateo is currently working on his Interscope Records debut, due later this year. Follow the jump to stream and download now…

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Drake To Debut New Song feat. Aaliyah at ‘OVO Fest’; Will Executive Produce Posthumous Album

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Drake’s love and admiration for Aaliyah is quite evident, in fact it’s boarding on stalker status, but it seems his original hopes and desire to work with the late legend is coming true…slightly…

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Brandy Shares First Look at “Put It Down” Video Shoot (Photos)

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in BEHIND THE SCENES, PHOTOS |

Yesterday, she teased you with the up close shot of her and co-star Chris Brown. Today, Brandy gives us the first official look at her anticipated music video for “Put It Down.” The first single off her forthcoming album 2-11, which is currently due October 2. The Sean Garrett written and produced cut is brought to life by Hype Williams, with choreography by the famed Frank Gatson Jr. (Michael Jackson, Beyonce).

B Rocka takes a step back into the past with her ’90s styled braids in one scene, while getting intimate with Breezy and showing her dance moves in front of some fancy cars. Check out the pics below and stay tuned for more glimpse’s at the video soon.

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Video: James Fortune & FIYA feat. Monica & Fred Hammond – Hold On

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in VIDEOS |

Monica lent her talents to the latest single from gospel artist James Fortune. “Hold On” is the second single off his latest album IDENTITY, which also features Fred Hammond. Check out the brand new video, which they just released today.

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Ray Lavender Performs “We Love” Live Acoustic

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES |

Ray Lavender is breakin down love from both parties with his new single “We Love.” Take a moment and check out his new live acoustic performance of the single, which is off his forthcoming self-titled album, due out later this year.

Speaking with us recently the singer-songwriter said this album is the “soundtrack to his life.” It will be heavily R&B, but not only fall under that category, and you can expect real stories and raw emotion.

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Video: August Alsina feat. Lloyd – Sucka

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in VIDEOS |

New Orleans bred up and comer August Alsina is back with the brand new music video for the remix to his ‘anti-love’ anthem “Sucka.” The 19-year-old crooner enlists R&B star, and fellow NOLA native, Lloyd as the guest feature on the Sound M.O.B. produced single. The clip was shot at Atlanta’s famed City of Ink tattoo shop and directed by filmmaker Artemus Jenkins!!

Watch the video above and you can download the song here.

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New Music: Melanie Amaro – Don’t Fail Me Now

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

Seven months after being crowned winner of the first season of ‘The X Factor’ US, Melanie Amaro releases her debut single – “Don’t Fail Me Now.” The uptempo song, produced by Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins and written by Livvi Franc, is the first taste of her upcoming Epic Records debut, expected to be released later this year.

Honestly, we had high hopes for Mel, the story was right, the voice is amazing, we were hoping they would let the vocals shine with strong ballads, similar to the songs she sang on the show. But, that isn’t the case with this production. While the subject matter seems truthful and plays off her journey, it far from lets her really shine. A very safe choice, but maybe it will work out.

Take a listen to Melanie’s debut single below… What do you think??

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Miguel Performs & Previews “Kaleidoscope Dreams” in NYC

Posted on August 1st, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Last night, Miguel killed the stage of Joe’s Pub in NYC. The eclectic singer-songwriter held a private, late-night show for media and special guests, where he performed some classics like “Quickie” and “Sure Thing,” along with cuts off his ‘Art Dealer Chic’ project and for the first time performed songs off his forthcoming album “Kaleidoscope Dreams.” The LA native’s latest single “Adorn” sounded perfect live. If you missed the show or the livestream, now you can catch up below.

Miguel’s “Kaleidoscope Dream: The Water Preview,” is on iTunes now.

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