Posts Tagged ‘Anthony Hamilton’

New Music: Lonny Bereal feat. Anthony Hamilton, John P. Kee, Jamie Foxx, Omarion, Dave Hollister & Tyrese – Soldier Cries

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In celebration of this Memorial Day, Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Lonny Bereal joins forces with a troop of his fellow R&B singers to honor the many brave men and woman who serve and protect their country. Lonny recruits frequent collaborators and friends, Anthony Hamilton, John P. Kee, Jamie Foxx, Omarion, Dave Hollister and Tyrese for the touching tribute, “Soldier Cries.”

The heartfelt composition takes a look at war from the perspective of those who fight, as well as their loved ones who are left behind to pray that they return home safely. The accompanying visual is collection of photos featuring graphic images of war, disaster and sadness, but also heroism and strength.

Take a listen to the emotional record below:

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Usher, Mariah Carey, Jay-Z & More Celebrate So So Def at 20th Anniversary Concert (Photos & Video)

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Music history was made in Atlanta last night, as Jermaine Dupri pulled off an epic concert at the Fox Theatre to celebrate So So Def’s 20th Anniversary. The stage was like a “who’s who” in chart-topping acts, as everyone from Jay-Z, Mariah Carey, Usher, Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Nelly, Lil Jon, Monica, Kris Kross, Bow Wow, Anthony Hamilton, Da Brat, Jagged Edge, Xscape (Latocha and Tamika Scott), T-Pain, Lil Scrappy, Youngbloodz, Bonecrusher, Dem Franchize Boyz, J-Kwon, Dondria, and Pastor Troy took the sold-out crowd on a musical trip down memory lane. The Fox Theatre was alive with the sounds of classic songs like “Money Ain’t a Thang” (JD & Jay-Z), “Jump” (Kris Kross), “Yeah” (Usher, Ludacris, Lil Jon), “Who Can I Run To” (Xscape), “I Gotta Be” (Jagged Edge), “Welcome to Atlanta” (JD, Ludacris), “Give It 2 U” (Da Brat), “I Think They Like Me” (Dem Franchize Boyz), “Coming From Where I’m From” (Anthony Hamilton) and so many more!

“I’ve made more hits with this man than anyone else,” said Usher, acknowledging Dupri on stage. “Congratulations to my friend, JD!” said Mariah, as she wheeled out a cake at the end of the show.

Overwhelmed by the energy of the crowd and the support and well-wishes of his celebrity friends, Dupri was humbled: “Wow…this is crazy,” he said. “We did it! Thank you everyone – the fans, the artists..ain’t nobody f’in with my clique!”

See photos and video below…

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New Music: Anthony Hamilton & Elayna Boynton – “Freedom”

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The latest song to be lifted off the upcoming soundtrack to the Quentin Tarantino film Django Unchained is by Anthony Hamilton & Elayna Boynton, with the fitting title “Freedom.”

The song, which is produced by Kevin Wooten, is featured in a flashback sequence in the upcoming movie. In the scene, slave-turned-bounty hunter Django (Jamie Foxx) recalls being caught trying to escape with his wife, Broomhilda (Kerry Washington), and asks that he be punished instead of her.

“Me, Elayna and Kelvin got to thinking about Django’s story—how sometimes we have to be willing to put it all on the line,” Hamilton told USA Today. “And ‘Freedom’ was born from that place. A place deep inside all of us, that fights to free ourselves from the chains of the world.” Take a listen below… Django Unchained hits theaters on Christmas day while the soundtrack will be in stores December 18.

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Soul Train Awards 2012 Performances

The 2012 Soul Train Awards aired Sunday night on BET and Centric. The celebration of soul was filmed November 8 in Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood, and honored today’s best and brightest in R&B and Soul music. Miguel took home the award for ‘Best Male R&B Artist,’ Elle Varner won ‘Best New Artist,’ Tyrese won ‘Song of the Year’ for “Stay,” although it was not aired Frank Ocean actually won ‘Album of the Year’ for ‘channel, ORANGE‘, John Legend took home the ‘Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award’ for “Tonight (Best You Ever Had)” and newcomer Leah Labelle won the ‘Centric Award.’

If you missed the show, catch all the performances below…

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Black Girls Rock! 2012 Performances

BET returned with their accredited “Black Girls Rock!” award show and concert on Sunday night. The birthchild of Beverly Bond which highlights and honors African American woman in entertainment, business and community. This years event, taped on October 13, was held at New York City’s Loews Paradise Theatre, and was hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King. The nights entertainment included performances from many of R&B’s leading ladies, Alicia Keys, Brandy, Keyshia Cole, Ciara with Missy Elliot, SWV, India Arie and even some fellas this year, Eric Benet, Anthony Hamilton and newcomer Luke James.

If you missed the show, catch all the performances below…

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Alicia Keys, Brandy, Ciara & Keyshia Cole Celebrate Women at ‘Black Girls Rock!’

Oh what a night it was as BET presented the annual “Black Girls Rock!” celebration at the Loews Paradise Theatre in New York City on Saturday. The star-studded event, hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King, honored the achievements of women of color with heartfelt performances, tributes, and special awards. This year’s honorees included Dionne Warwick (Living Legend Award), Alicia Keys (Rock Star Award), and Janelle Monáe (Young, Gifted, & Black Award).

Ciara rocked the stage with some killer dance moves and new material off her upcoming album One Woman Army, and was joined by Missy Elliott for their classic “1, 2 Step.” Brandy thrilled with a knock-out performance of her honest single “Wildest Dreams,” and Keyshia Cole tore the house down with her new single “Trust and Believe,” off upcoming album Woman to Woman.

Alicia ignited the stage with her female anthem “Girl on Fire,” while Luke James, Anthony Hamilton, and Eric Benét serenaded the ladies with Tom Jones’ classic “She’s a Lady.”

“Black Girls Rock!” premieres Sunday, November 4, on BET.  See all the photos below…

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Anthony Hamilton To Hit The Road with Estelle on ‘Back To Love’ Tour

Anthony Hamilton will be bringing his soulful voice to a city near you this coming Fall. The soulful crooner has announced a 15 city trek across the US, starting this September. The tour named after his latest album “Back to Love,” will also feature British songstress Estelle and R&B/Soul up and comer Antoine Dunn.

The ‘Back To Love Tour’ will kick off September 8 in South Carolina and make stops in DC, New York, Chicago, Dallas and more before closing in Savannah, GA. Tickets will go on sale tomorrow August 3 via Ticketmaster. See tour dates below…

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Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia, Aretha Franklin & Chaka Khan Rock ESSENCE Festival (Day 3)

It was certainly a night to remember to put it lightly, as the 2012 ESSENCE Music Festival went out with a Bang on Sunday night. The show kicked off in grand worship fashion with the legendary Kirk Franklin, then shifted to modern soul with Anthony Hamilton and Fantasia, and then took it back to the good ole days with the incomparable Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan. No need to sugar coat it, read Essence’s account of last night’s show and see photos below… #SupportR&B!

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