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ThisisRnB TV: Chris Rene Performs Acoustic Version of “You Gave Me My Life”

Posted on March 12th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES, THISISRNB EXCLUSIVES, THISISRNB TV |

Chris Rene is not considered an R&B artist, nor can he be categorized as an artist in one traditional category. However, the singer-songwriter delivers an undeniable soulful presence when he performs, baring an authentic feeling of pain and love at the same time. During a promotional trip to New York City, the ‘X Factor’ US finalist caught up with ThisisRnB TV to record an acoustic performance.

In this clip the California native performs an intimate rendition of his heartfelt song “You Gave Me My Life,” (who can’t relate to that!) while seated on the floor with just his guitar in hand, at Manhattan penthouse recording studio Engine Room Audio.

Chris Rene released his debut EP ‘I’m Right Here‘ last year, and he is currently on the road promoting the project. Check out the performance piece above!

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ThisisRnB TV: Jhené Aiko Talks Debut Album ‘Souled Out,’ Writing Her Own Stories & Marijuana Influence on Music

Posted on March 6th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB TV |

Jhené Aiko is currently prepping for the release of her debut album Souled Out, which is expected later this year via Island Def Jam. The L.A. native recently released the video for new song “Burning Man (3:16 pm),” which is a much more lighthearted record than it’s predecessor, the dark “3:16 AM.” ThisisRnB TV recently caught up with Jhené for a very candid interview.

The singer-songwriter spoke about the status of ‘Souled Out,’ and briefly what fans can expect from the project, “It’s not [about] oh I have a club hit, and I have a this and a that, it’s just like good songs, great songs.” She talked about deciding to sign with producer No I.D. and his Artrium imprint, needing to still work on record with him and what other producers she has worked with on the album. Jhené discussed how important writing her own material is to her, and how it defines her as an artist, “After each song I’ve lost like a piece of me, because I’ve put it in to the song.”

She revealed that she enjoys being high or using the feeling of being high as inspiration for her writing, and in fact her mixtape “Sailing Souls” was done entirely high, most of the new album was written high, but recorded sober, and fans will be able to hear a difference in her vocal. She also shared a story of when she realized how connected her fans were to smoking and listening to her music at a show in Oakland.

Below catch another clip where Jhené reminisces about releasing her acclaimed 2011 mixtape ‘Sailing Souls,’ and talks about filming the dark, creepy video for her song “3:16 AM.”

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Kevin McCall: ‘I Want People To Believe In Love,’ Talks Debut Album, Advice From Chris Brown, Related to Al Green?

Posted on February 25th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB TV |

Kevin McCall is planning to make himself a household name. While he just released his third mixtape, “Definition,” this past V-Day, he is hard at work crafting his currently untitled debut album.

ThisisRnB TV caught up with Kevin earlier this year at his studio in North Hollywood for a candid interview. In this clip the singer/rapper/producer talks about wanting to help people believe in love again through his music, even though he is still working on learning more about real love himself.

He shared some details about his forthcoming debut album, which will most likely be self-titled, because it will be the best introduction of who Kevin McCall is as an artist. He talked about the best advice he has received from Chris Brown, who helped introduce him through their past hits “Deuces” and “No BS.” He even revealed a very special fact about himself, that he is actually related to the legendary Al Green!

Check out the interview above, and download his new mixtape, “Definition” here.

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ThisisRnB TV: Kevin McCall Talks Valentines Plan, Perfect Girl & Turn Offs

Posted on February 15th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB TV |

During our recent interview with Kevin McCall we had to talk to the singer/rapper/producer about his Valentines plans, and he shared what he has in store for that special lady, whenever he finds her. With speculation and online rumors that he is dating model/actress Eva Marcille we asked what his idea of a perfect female is, but he wouldn’t spill the beans on who that certain someone is just yet. While there are things that will cause him to take a permanent bathroom break during a date, he sways toward the positive, not sharing too many turn offs.

Kevin just released his third mixtape “Definition,” which includes the bedroom bangers “High” featuring Tank, “Anticipation” and more. Stream and download the tape here.

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ThisisRnB TV: Kevin McCall Talks About His New Mixtape “Definition”

Posted on February 14th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB TV |

Kevin McCall burst onto the music scene as the featured guest and producer of Chris Brown’s #1 comeback hit “Deuces.” The songs success led Kevin aka K-Mac to a buzz of his own, which landed him a record deal through Brown’s CBE Entertainment and RCA Records. With 2 mixtapes under his belt, and his debut album in the works the singer/rapper/producer is readying the release of his third mixtape, ‘Definition.’

ThisisRnB TV recently spoke with McCall about the new project, and the direction he is headed in with his music today. In this clip the Los Angeles native shares what listeners can expect to hear on the free-project, how he has matured as an artist, handing both singing and rapping, why he decided to title the mixtape “Definition,” and more.

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ThisisRnB Presents: Introduction – Austin Brown

Posted on November 8th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in EMERGING ARTISTS, INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB EXCLUSIVES, THISISRNB TV |

Every star has a beginning, this is the introduction of Austin Brown.

ThisisRnB TV hung out with emerging artist Austin Brown during a recent trip to NYC. The multi-talented up and comer, for those that don’t know, is the youngest child of Rebbie Jackson, currently co-managed by Jermaine Dupri, has been hard at work on his debut album Highway 85, and producing a unique balance between the real music of the past and progressive, spirited pop.

In this piece, Austin describes the art he is creating, and what to expect from his debut, he talks about his team and crew The Backpack Kids, moment of success, and addresses the possible pressure that comes from being a Jackson.

Austin’s debut album Highway 85 is coming soon, the lead single “Menage A Trois” is on iTunes now. Check out the clip above, and stay tuned for Part 2.

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ThisisRnB TV: Tamia Talks “Beautiful Surprise,” Claude Kelly, Going Independent & More

Posted on August 29th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB EXCLUSIVES, THISISRNB TV |

Since her 1995 debut R&B songstress Tamia has been winning fans and warming souls with her five octave range vocals and hit songs. A successful career, strong relationship, loving husband and beautiful family have kept the singer balanced and in high spirits as she ventures into the release of her fifth studio album, Beautiful Surprise. The aptly titled project, her second independent LP, is a testament to life’s ups and downs. She worked with a strong team such as frequent collaborator Shep Crawford, The Runners, Salaam Remi, Carvin & Ivan and co-executive producer Claude Kelly.

ThisisRnB TV recently caught up with Tamia in New York City for a candid interview. In regards to the recording process of the new album Tamia simply explained, “When it comes together, and you’re working with the right people…it just feels right, and it comes easy.”

On collaborating with multi-Grammy nominated hitmaker Claude Kelly for the whole album. “We didn’t meet up together, and have a therapy session (laughs) … it was sort of just a conversation that you would have with your friends, sitting down, and next thing you know, we are supposed to be writing but we are just chatting… it was just easy.”

Becoming an independent artist has its many positives and negatives as she has been learning. “Is it a fine line sometimes, Yes, as the boss and as the artist, sometimes they conflict, sometimes I just wish I was the artist and I didn’t know how much this was costing me, or I didn’t know how much I needed to sell in order to break even. But, I’d much rather know whats going on. I’d much rather know where the money is being spent and how much I am going to make at the end of the day.”

Tamia also shared what she connects with most on record – lyrics or melody. And as a bonus in this clip she also shares the story behind cutting her massive 2001 hit song “Stranger In My House.”

Order Tamia’s new album Beautiful Surprise here.

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Jerry Wonda Talks About New Luke James & Estelle Duet, Music School

Posted on August 22nd, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, THISISRNB EXCLUSIVES, THISISRNB TV |

During our chat earlier this year with Jerry Wonda, the Grammy winning producer gave us an exclusive listen to an amazing duet with budding R&B singer Luke James and British songstress Estelle. Jerry shared his feelings about Luke and how it is now one of his favorite records of all time.

“When I do a song, I only listen to the song in the studio, then I try to get out of it and then come back and listen, but that [duet] I could listen over and over and over…it’s really great.”

The song has not been revealed to have an official home yet, but we are expecting it to land on Luke’s debut. In addition, Jerry spoke about the possibility of opening a Jerry Wonder School of Music in the future, and or getting involved in teaching music classes to kids.

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