Gone too soon! On April 21, 2016 we lost a favorite music icon that changed the platform of real music. As time continued success blossomed throughout his 30 year career. We leave a remarkable performance of “Purple Rain” in his honor of remembrance. (click the link below to watch video.)
Prince Performing Purple Rain Live in 1984
Just in a matter of two days Beyonce has managed to pull off a anticipating weekend. On Saturday, February 6, 2016 Bey released her hit single “Formation”. In this intriguing song Beyonce let’s it be known that she is a supporting black activist, and that she is definitely in touch with her roots along with the video to the song which is taken place in none other than New Orleans. Also in the video you get a sense of her being a pro black with the cause, from Bey’s dancers in afros and including her daughter in the video, which Beyonce clearly say’s she loves. What a perfect tribute to kick off Black history Month? You can check out the official music video to Formation below.
After the exciting countdown for the 50th Superbowl Beyonce gave a magnificent performance during halftime along with Coldplay. Bey performed her new formation song along with a unexpected duet and dance off with “Uptown Funk” himself Bruno Mars. Just moments later into the game after the performance from all three talented artists, Beyonce releases a commercial for her upcoming “Formation World Tour.” Jeez! Not even an album out yet this really topped the cake for Bey and fans. Along with the commercial tease released for the Formation Tour, you can catch the Pre sale tickets which starts on February 9th and the sale on February 15th.
Last Night (Thursday, July, 7,2015) @ 9:42 pm, I had a chance to attended G.O.O.D Music’s first lady “Teyana Taylor” concert for the first time at Filmore in Silver Spring Maryland. The whole experience was wonderful, I definitely am a huge fan of Teyana and her works as an artist and so much more of her endless talents. The Maybe hit maker performed all songs off the debut album “VII.” There were about 11 songs that were done on stage including a new track titled “Undercover” which will be on the next album. With a sold out show Teyana brought inspiration that was unbelievable on stage, she channels a bit of Janet Jackson with her attire for the night with a little Michael Jackson with the choreography. Taylor also payed homage to “R&B/Soul Legend Teena Marie” as she sung the bridge from “Portuguese Love.”
Finally Famous, Detroit rapper Big Sean has finally revealed his album titled “Dark Sky Paradise.” (album cover below) This will be Big Sean’s 3rd album as he reveals this album cover on social media and to fans. The album will feature hit songs like “Paradise” and “IDFWU” of course. Also the G.O.O.D music artist teams up with other artists like Eminem, Royce Da 5’9, Danny Brown, Dej Loaf, and Trick Trick for a new track to be put on the album as well titled “Detroit Vs. Everybody. The album is said to be released sometime in February. You can check out Detroit Vs. Everybody music video now (below)
It has already been launched that iconic Beyonce will have her own radio station. Replaced with Beyonce’s station, Houston’s “All-News92″ Station has come to a close along with the poor ratings and performance and losses over the past three years that the station has been viewed upon. Now Beyonce’s radio is not the station’s official title, because of it being owned by Radio One.
As far as what will be playing on the station will be from the latest solo music she has done to the female group Destiney Child’s, artists she may have worked with none the less Jay Z of course should be on the station as well. With Beyonce being from Houston Texas the station should be a success.
If you haven’t by now check out G.O.O.D. Music’s first lady Teyana Taylor’s seductive new video “Maybe” feat Yo Gotti and Pusha T. On last week of (8-21-14) during 106 & Park V.I.Peek week, officially released Teyana Taylor’s “Maybe” Video. Very nice for an inspired outlook video from the scandalous 1999 film “Eyes Wide Shut”. In a mansion, Teyana struts in revealed lingerie and a Marilyn Monroe type wig. Signed to Def Jam Taylor’s debut album titled “VII” will be released on October 21st. See for yourself check out the video (below).
Its an August Summer! August Alsina is on tour mode for the first time. Bringing along with support Teyana Taylor will be joining him, both are signed to Def Jam records. Teyana Taylor album is on its way also with her #1 hit single Maybe feat. Yo Gotti and Pusha T. Her album will be titled “VII” releasing on October 21st.
Check out the Testimony Tour Dates Here (below):
8/14 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
8/15 – Eugene, OR @ Wow Hall
8/16 – Portland, OR @ Alhambra Theatre
8/17 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom
8/20 – Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
8/21 – W. Hollywood, CA @ House of Blues
8/25 – Tempe, AZ @ Club Red
8/27 – Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater
8/29 – Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live – Ballroom
8/30 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Music Hall
9/3 – Baton Rouge, LA @ Varsity Theatre
9/4 – Birmingham, AL @ Iron City
9/6 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
9/7 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte
9/9 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
9/10 – Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts
9/13 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
9/15 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
9/16 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
9/21 – Kansas City, MO @ Arvest Bank Theatre
Oxygen is showing love for female emcees, with five different woman that only want one thing, to be known for their music. The show aired August 12th on Oxygen channel. So far so good, the show introduced all five ladies starting with Siya an openly gay rapper, that refuses to give up who she is just for her career sake. Next emcee Diamond known from a rap group called Crime Mob, and also dating a few rappers in the past like Love and Hip hop’s Lil Scrappy and Soulja Boy. She has the choice by taking her career to the next level by moving to New York and promises that she will not date any rappers. From Miami, Brianna Perry a former emcee that has work with rappers like Trina, Rick Ross and Missy Elliot. With the help of her manager who is her mom she is determined to move forward as a emcee and to also finish school in business. So far so good right? Well you can catch the next episode on Oxygen on August 19 at 9 pm EST.
Love and Hip Hop’s K Michelle takes Rebellious Soul album to the next level, on Broadway! With help being directed by Golden Globe-nominated actor Idris Elba, it will be a 30 minute opera. Songs included like “When I Get A Man,” “Hate on Her,” “V.S.O.P.” and “Cant Raise A Man” will all be on the hip hop opera. The Rebellious Soul Musical will debut on Vh1 August 19th at 10 pm.
As very intriguing as it sounds, Angela Basset close friend of Whitney’s will be directing Whitney Houston’s Biopic. The ideal of the movie will based on fame and the notorious relationship of Whitney and Bobby Brown, which makes since to name this movie entitled by Whitney Houston’s hit song; “I Will Always Love You: The Whitney Houston Story.” Whitney’s character will be played by Yaya DaCosta along with Arlen Escarpeta as Bobby Brown. As of yet the filming is going on now and the movie wont be released until later in 2015.
Streeter’s debut album was just released today on December 3,2013 in stores and on itunes. Streeter released two hits this year “I Like It” and “It Wont Stop.” Yes this former Rich Girl member is on her way to be the next R&B hit girl
Black To Us 