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Watch: The Making of DJ Cassidy & R. Kelly’s “Make The World Go Round”

Posted on July 16th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in BEHIND THE SCENES |

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DJ Cassidy is making history as he brings iconic musicians together for his incredible upcoming album Paradise Royale. The projects second single “Make The World Go Round” with R. Kelly has been climbing the charts and making it’s way into the hearts of music lovers everywhere.

Hopefully you’ve heard the song, hopefully you’ve watched the fun-filled music video, but now Cassidy is giving us a look behind-the-scenes at the making of the incredible song. Featuring some of music’s most legendary talents the clip includes footage of musicians like Ndugu Chancler, Wah Wah Watson, Marcus Miller, Ira Siegel, Jerry Hey and more, as well as R. Kelly talking about why he did the record after Cassidy chased him for over 2 years.

Check out the making of the incredible record below!

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R. Kelly Announces He is Working on House Music Album

Posted on July 12th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

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R. Kelly is considered the king of R&B by many, but being the musical genius that he is, he is gifted in all writing and styles of music.

While he has stated that he is working on a Christmas album, a possible duet album with Mary J. Blige, and the follow-up to 2013′s Black Panties, now the Chicago native has revealed he has plans for yet another new album.

This time, Kellz wants to take it straight to the clubs, as he revealed to the crowd at the Chosen Few DJ’s picnic this past week, that he is working on a House music album!

“I want ya’ll to know a secret, I’m working on a House album right now, and I want ya’ll to know it’s comin!,” said the singer. “I love music and I feel like I can do anything when it comes to music, because I am music.”

Most recently R. Kelly teamed up with Jennifer Hudson for her new retro themed dance single “It’s Your World.”

Check out the clip of his announcement below:

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New Music: Jennifer Hudson feat. R. Kelly – It’s Your World + Album Sampler

Posted on July 1st, 2014 by Ni'Kesia in MUSIC |

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Jennifer Hudson is turning on the flame and pulling out her dancing shoes! Releasing the official audio for her R.Kelly assisted track, “It’s Your World,” the songstress places her big vocals on top of the dance floor ready house track.

Singing out, “It’s your world baby and everything in it,” the new collaboration, which was produced by DJ Terry Hunter, shows both singers in their element of celebratory love. Adding in his own vibe to the song, Kellz was the prime candidate to call on for the new single.

In addition to releasing the audio for her newest single, J.Hud also gave fans a first listen to select songs from her upcoming third studio album. Including the previously released “Walk It Out” and “I Can’t Describe,” plus two more brand new songs, the five track sampler has us excited for Jennifer’s anticipated new LP.

Take a listen below!

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Lady Gaga and R. Kelly’s “Do What U Want” Video Snippet Leaks

Posted on June 19th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

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Lady Gaga and R. Kelly’s delayed video for “Do What U Want” was mysteriously scrapped, but a snippet of the controversial clip has now hit the net.

The Terry Richardson-directed video was shot in September and was expected to debut in December. But in January, Gaga posted a message on her website blaming the delay on time constraints and “those who have betrayed me.”

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Video: DJ Cassidy feat. R. Kelly – ‘Make The World Go Round’

Posted on June 17th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in VIDEOS |

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Love makes the world go round, and the party starters are here to spread the joy. DJ Cassidy links up with his pal R. Kelly for the fun-filled visual to their hit single “Make The World Go Round.”

The fellas take over a subway car and bring the party with them in the X-directed video. Cassidy pushes play on his boombox and Kellz gets the ladies out of their seats. Passengers of all ages and races join in the fun, while Cassidy leads the car in a steppers’ groove.

The DJ, who’s spun for everyone from the Carters to the Obamas, will release his debut album Paradise Royale this summer featuring Usher, Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo, John Legend, Estelle, Kelly Rowland, CeeLo Green and more.

Enjoy the video below!

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Throwback Tuesday: Public Announcement – ‘Body Bumpin’

Posted on June 17th, 2014 by Rea Davis in MUSIC, WEEKLY THROWBACK |

Public Announcement was a R&B group formed in 1991 in Chicago, Illinois. They teamed with singer R. Kelly on his 1992 debut album Born into the 90′s. R. Kelly met the members from Public Announcement and auditioned them to be his back up singers and dancers. The group was billed as R. Kelly and Public Announcement essentially making the group backup members for Kelly rather than a cohesive unit.

After a successful tour ended in 1993, Kelly parted ways with Public Announcement to begin a solo career. The group suddenly left the music industry after his departure but soon returned with a new member and signed to Atlantic Records in the mid ’90s. After their album failed to materialize three members left the group. Original member Earl Robinson recruited a few other Chicago natives to form a new Public Announcement in 1996.

In 1998, they scored their first and only top five hit without Kelly, named “Body Bumpin (Yippie-Yi-Yo)” off their All Work, No Play album. The single peaked at No. 5 on the Hot 100 and No. 4 on the R&B chart. At this time new member Feloney Davis took over as lead singer. The song is most noted for his soulful lead vocals. The video featured the group performing a comedic dance sequence. Enjoy the video above!

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K. Michelle Says Her Musical Will Top ‘Trapped In The Closet,’ Joe Talks Past Issue with R. Kelly

Posted on May 8th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS, NEWS |

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As we reported earlier this year, K. Michelle is working on a musical inspired by her debut album Rebellious Soul. The R&B songstress has described the project as a “female ‘Trapped in the Closet’” and has now said that it will be better than R. Kelly’s “Trapped in a Closet” itself.

“He might feel some type of way because mine is better than his,” she told HipHollywood before getting on stage at Lexus’ ‘Versus and Flow’ event Tuesday night. Additionally, she revealed that actor/director Idris Elba has signed on to help direct the project.

While K may be coming at R. Kelly’s coveted spot as a “RnB Opera” producer, veteran R&B singer Joe looks like he is mending ties with the Pied Piper.

In a recent radio interview, Joe explained that at one point, Kelly had tried to sabotage his career by telling radio stations and shows that if they supported Joe, he would not make appearances on their shows. Putting water under the bridge, Joe explained that he would consider working with Kellz in the future.

Check out both interviews below:

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New Music: R. Kelly – Angel (Tyrese Demo) (Full, No Tags)

Posted on April 27th, 2014 by ThisIsRnB in MUSIC |

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Oh yea? Kellz demos … we are always here for that! Tyrese made an incredible comeback with his Grammy-nominated album Open Invitation in 2011, and one of the featured tracks entitled “Angel” was penned by his friend and one of his musical mentors R. Kelly.

The version that ended up on Ty’s album was a duet with a female singer Candace, but as you can hear here, Kellz writes and sings both parts, along with both male and female voices on the bridge.  Another example of the genius that is R. Kelly, and a great additional to any fans collection.

Take a listen below!

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