MIXTAPES

New Music: Dre Harmony – The Commencement (EP)

Posted on May 13th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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Dre Harmony makes his official debut with ‘The Commencement’ EP. The emerging newcomer originally from Kansas City, now residing in Atlanta, caught attention with his first release “Slow Grind,” and following leaks “Lay” and “Word Called Love.”

The project which is donned as “the opening, the beginning, the start of Dre Harmony’s career,” features 6 original songs, written entirely by Dre and produced by Boy GeneYus. The 22-year old hopes to help return R&B to prominence with his own take on the ’90s golden-era that inspired his style and love for the genre.

Take a listen to the debut of Dre’s ‘Commencement’ below:

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New Music: Lamar Starzz – “H.E.R.” (Mixtape)

Posted on May 7th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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Lamar Starzz officially introduces his artistry to the world, as he releases his debut mixtape ‘H.E.R.‘ aka ‘Hear Everything Right.’ The New York native caters to woman everywhere with his signature brand of R&B ballads and bedroom jams. The project includes 14 original songs written by Lamar, with production from KE On The Track, JButta, SK and more.

In conjunction with the mixtape, Lamar has released a music video for “My Baby,” which finds the singer/songwriter paying homage his special girl, crooning love and devotion to his queen. Follow the jump to stream and download Lamar’s debut project now.

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New Music: J. Drew – “Never Coming Back” (EP)

Posted on May 7th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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J.Drew flexes his musical muscle on his debut EP ‘Never Coming Back.’ The multi-talented newcomer is the first and youngest producer signed to the Pharrell Williams imprint StarTrak. On ‘Never Coming Back‘ the Detroit native personifies the term “triple threat” by singing, writing, rapping and producing the entire project.

J.Drew comes from a strong lineage of talent, his mother Karen Clark Sheard is one-fourth of legendary gospel group The Clark Sisters. J.Drew’s controversial foray into secular music plays out every Sunday on the BET reality series “The Sheards”.

Take a listen to Drew’s new EP after the jump. What do you think?

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New Music: August Alsina – “The Product II” (Mixtape) (Hosted by DJ Drama)

Posted on May 6th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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New Orleans native August Alsina returns with his anticipated ‘The Product 2′ mixtape, hosted by DJ Drama. The follow-up to his buzz worthy 2012 debut mixtape ‘The Product,’ which we premiered. The Def Jam signee taps an impressive cast of co-stars for TP2 including New Orleans MCs, Curren$y & Kidd Kidd, fellow Def Jam label mates Juelz Santana & Trinidad Jame$, hit maker/artist Jazze Pha’, ATL’s Roscoe Dash, and the multi-talented/multi-Grammy award winner The-Dream. For the production, August calls mostly on newcomers like “I Luv This Shit” producer Knucklehead, Cassius Jay, The Exclusives, Muziq Korner, and Spinz!!

Don’t waste anymore time. Steam and download below:

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New Music: Nicole Musoni – “Chasin’ Dreams (Chapitre Deux)”

Posted on April 29th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in ALTERNATIVE, EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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Nicole Musoni first landed on our radar last summer, and we have since been anticipating her next release. The Canadian based singer/songwriter’s debut EP (Chapter 1) was a stellar introduction to her impressive vocal and unique style, and featured production from Chase N Cashe, Hit-Boy and more.

On her brand new release ‘Chasin’ Dreams (Chaitre Deux),’ she briefly explains the struggles that she went through growing up in this industry, while also finding a way to runaway from them.

Stream and download Nicole’s second EP below:

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Emerging Artist: Jacob Banks – “Worthy” / ‘The Monologue’ EP

Posted on April 26th, 2013 by J.W. in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC, SOUL, VIDEOS |

I love discovering amazing talent first thing in the morning. It has a special effect on your whole day. In this case, I stopped after 60 secs and had to actually call people! That doesn’t happen often. And I wasn’t surprised the amazing voice that was coming through my speaks was that of a UK native, as it’s no surprise the soul scene across the pond has been continuously extraordinary.

Introducting, Jacob Banks – a resident of Birmingham UK, with a voice that will certainly touch hearts and souls. Apparently, we missed his debut EP ‘The Monologue‘ that premiered at the beginning of the year, but so happy we stumbled across his fairly new video for opening song “Worthy.”

I’m not even going to bother typing anything else, just Press Play above, and listen to his full EP after the jump!

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New Music: Raphael Saadiq Presents: Adrian Marcel – 7 Days of Weak (Mixtape)

Posted on April 25th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC |

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When Raphael Saadiq calls an artist his protégé, people pay attention. However, Republic Records/El Seven Recordings artist, Adrian Marcel is not simply resting on the backing of the musical genius. On his mixtape, 7 Days Of Weak Marcel proves why he is an artist that deservers to be heard.

The 15 track mixtape features an R&B sound influenced by the ’80s & ’90s, but with a modern twist touching on such topics as life and love. The project includes production from Saadiq, The J.U.S.T.I.C.E League, 1500 or Nothin and more; and it is executive produced by Saadiq.

Stream and download below:

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New Music Premiere: Eric Bellinger – “Born II Sing Vol. III”

Posted on April 15th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, MIXTAPES, MUSIC, THISISRNB EXCLUSIVES |

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World Premiere! Eric Bellinger is officially stepping from behind the scenes and into the spotlight. The Los Angeles native has had incredible success over the last couple years, landing major placements with R&B icons such as Usher, Ne-Yo, Jennifer Hudson, Brandy, Chris Brown and many more.

After teasing R&B fans with his ‘#InTheMeantime’ series earlier this year, the singer/songwriter delivers his hotly-anticipated new mixtape, ‘Born II Sing Vol. III.’ The 13-track project includes all new original songs with appearances from Tank, Sevyn Streeter, Problem and more.

With an intro from Usher himself no need to wait any longer, hear why Eric was ‘born to sing’ below!

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