Jill Scott Live in Paris- DVD

Jill Scott Live in Paris
In Stores February 5th!

John Legend 'Live from Philadelphia' In Stores Tomorrow Exclusively at Target

NEW JOHN LEGEND ALBUM,
"LIVE FROM PHILADELPHIA,"
AVAILABLE AS INDIVIDUAL CD & IN DELUXE CD/DVD PACKAGE,
EXCLUSIVELY AT TARGET
ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2008

Live From Philadelphia -- the new concert album from multi-platinum Grammy-winning recording artist John Legend -- will be available as an individual CD and in a CD/DVD combination package exclusively at Target and Target.com on Tuesday, January 15, 2008.

Fans may pre-order the CD and CD/DVD combination package online at www.Target.com/music beginning Sunday, December 16, 2007.

The artist's first new album since his 2006's #1 Top R&B/Hip-Hop Album chart-topping platinum release Once Again, Live From Philadelphia captures the on-stage artistry, magic and chemistry which electrified audiences lucky enough to catch a concert on John's critically-acclaimed SRO 2007 world concert series, "The Show Me Tour."

John Legend's Live From Philadelphia CD showcases 19 new songs including John's new hits "Slow Dance" and "Where's The Love" featuring a duet with Corinne Bailey Rae. Also featured are live versions of John Legend hits like the Grammy-winning "Ordinary People" and "Heaven." Additional in-concert exclusives include show-stopping covers of Sly & the Family Stone's "Dance To The Music," the Beatles' "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" and much more.

The deluxe CD/DVD Live From Philadelphia combination package includes the concert CD as well as a 30 minute DVD premiering excerpts of sizzling concert footage, the "Show Me" and "Another Again" music videos, and a revelatory exclusive interview with John.

John Legend - Live From Philadelphia - CD tracklisting

Do You Wanna Ride
Heaven
Stereo
Let's Get Lifted
Alright
(Still) Number 1
Save Room
Where is the Love (f/ Corinne Bailey Rae)
I Can Change
I Want You (She's So Heavy)
Slow Dance
Dance to the Music
Again
PDA/Feel Like Making Love
Used to Love U
Ordinary People
Coming Home
Show Me (Encore)
So High (Encore)

John Legend - Live From Philadelphia - DVD tracklisting

Includes excerpts from
Save Room
I Can Change/I Want You
Slow Dance
PDA
Used To Love U
Ordinary People
So High

Show Me video
Another Again video
John Legend Tour Interview


Source: G.O.O.D./Columbia Records

Mary J. Blige- 'Growing Pains' Listening Party NYC

Watch EXCLUSIVE footage of Mary J. Blidge at her listening party for 'Growing Pains' in NYC. Listen for snippets of the new album!



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Raheem's Debut

'Marathon' Live @ SOBs
From the upcoming album "Love Behind the Melody" In Stores January 15, 2008

by:SDM

Jive Recording artist Raheem DeVaughn debuted his sophomore release "Love Behind the Melody" to a sold out audience at NYC's SOB's last night. Aside from displaying new album cuts, DeVaughn also sported a fresh new low haircut, a far stretch from the cornrows and wooly fro/twists he has sported since his 2005 debut album "The Love Experience". The self-proclaimed R&B Hippie was all over fresh-to-death when he took the stage wearing a slick 3-piece suit and a crisp white collar, rapping and singing "Friday" a snazzy tune set to the Temptations "My Girl". Raheem officially introduced the new album with "Try Again" what he called his 'miss U song'.
The beginning of the show was a medley of familiar tunes like his debut title track, and 'Sweet Tooth' mixed in with new tracks like "Energy" which started out as new lyrics stretched out over James Brown's 'Higher' and turned into an excited crowd pleaser. DeVaughn used this track to raise the energy and temperature in the building drawing the crowd into his new vibe, which is still very sensual. He achieved his goal as the crowd's excitement flourished, and he dove into the audience to serenad a few lucky ladies. Apparently, Raheem was feeling the warmth as he appeared back on stage missing his nice suit jacket and shirt, having shed his clothes down to a comfortable wife-beater and a satisfied smile. Another stand out seducer on the new project was 'Marathon', a sexy narration of love making that was cleverly introduced by the ballad killer. He stated that there were 2 types of love making a "quickie" and a "marathon"; each has it's place and time, but you can guess which is his favorite.
DeVaughn, who is forever conscious, full of love, and spiritual, 'Passed the Love Along" with a touch to a crowd member who was asked to keep the Love moving by doing the same. By the end of this song, DeVaughn was draped in his customary "King's Crown" and purple cloak which I have seen him do before. This gimmick is not necessarily, necessary, or too cool, but I'll let him do his thing because I am still feeling him overall.
"Woman" the first single from "Love Behind the Melody" left no fear of the "Sophomore Blues" as he began the wind-down of the night with it's pulsating praise of our strength and beauty. His drummer 'Big Biscuit' tore up the end of it with an electrifying solo. I am sure DeVaughn would say that he is way beyond the , being he releases his own mix tapes before, during, and in between his major releases, and tours regularly. The few new cuts he performed fit in well with his premier favorite's "Believe In Me" Guess Who Loves You More" and "You" which closed out the show. Love Behind the Melody is set for a january 15, 2008 release date, which happens to be "Black Love Day", looks like the picked a good one for phase two of Raheem DeVaughn- The R&B Hip-Hop RockStar!

Check Out Keyshia Cole's VSpot

Keyshia Cole has been chosen for the prestigious honor of having her very own VH1 Unplugged Session. Watch as Keyshia performs hits from her platinum selling debut as well as soon to be classics from Just Like You in stores now!

Keyshia Cole’s Unplugged Performance On Vh1.com!!!

The Isley Brothers 'I'll Be Home for Christmas'- IN STORES OCTOBER 9

I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, the first holiday album ever recorded by the Isley Brothers featuring Ronald Isley, will arrive in stores October 9th on Def Soul Classics, a division of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The new album was executive produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for Flyte Tyme Productions, Inc., with all tracks recorded and mixed at Flyte Tyme Studios in Santa Monica.

Listen to: Winter Wonderland

Miss Patti's Christmas IN STORES OCTOBER 9

’Tis the season to be – tossing another yule log into the fireplace, and getting cozy with MISS PATTI’S CHRISTMAS. The brand new holiday album by Patti LaBelle will arrive in stores October 9th on Def Soul Classics, a division of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The new album was executive produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for Flyte Tyme Productions, Inc., with all tracks recorded and mixed at Flyte Tyme Studios in Santa Monica.

Listen to new music from "Miss Patti's Christmas" is in stores now!


'What Do the Lonely Do at Christmas'

Rahsaan Patterson Interview

Rahsaan Patterson

Standing in His Greatness
by SDM
Photo by: Rahsaan Patterson!

Rahsann Patterson opened up to me about his personal journey from childhood celebrity, to where he is today, with the release of his fourth album Wines & Spirits. During our interview Rahsaan discussed how he dealt with becoming an independent artist after the closing of MCA Records and the progression of the music industry since then. He talks about how the internet helped him to come out of a dark place in order to create this fantastic new album and the major talent that he found there. Rahsaan has emerged an awakened spirit full of possibilities and interesting opportunities. If you haven't seen this man perform, be sure to catch him live in the zone. Hear the full Rahsaan Patterson interview on Spotlight Grooves.com

Chrisette Michele- Live NYC 6/19

Chrisette Michele has some kinda voice! You've heard it on hooks from Jay-Z's- "Lost One" and Nas's- "Can’t Forget About You" among others. Watch her live performance at an exclusive NYC location on her release date 6/19/07. This jazzy diva sang tracks from her debut release "I Am" in stores now.

If I Have My Way- Live!


Best of Me- Live!


For more on Chrisette Michele check out her page on http://www.SpotlightGrooves.com Read my review of "I Am" then Buy a copy!

Amel Larrieux- Live at BB Kings NYC

A crowd gathers in casual Springtime elegance although the temperature
outside clearly indicates a sweltering summer to come. The club is
lined heavily with Amel's most loyal fans as they saturate the space
from the tips of the stage to the back of the bar. It's now standing
room only and the slightly airy dimly-lit surroundings continue to
invite R&b soul enthusiasts.
The lights are shut off and what appears to be two tiny Amel Larrieuxs
emerge from stage left, microphone in hand. The taller one is a
spitting image of the songbird.
They begin with the first words of "For Real" when Amel finally
appears beaming with pride, a smile painted sweetly across her cheeks.
The two mini singers are her daughters and the crowd applauses in
excitement and gratitude for the special treat.
Dressed in a comfortably-fitting blue bohemian style dress over an
off-the-shoulder purple 3/4 sleeve top, she sports a shoulder length
version of her wavy hair and very little makeup.
Amel continues with the song, paying close attention to every part of
the stage; every section of the crowd, occassionally directing the mic
to the audience. She moves like water to the music almost as if the
notes pull her in different directions. Amel emits humbleness and
beauty. An infectious wave of cool serenity is apparant, despite the
heat. She sings a handful of fan favorites including "Infinite
Possibilities" and her excitement is contagious. She plays a
unrehearsed vocal hopscotch with her background singers and jokes with
her band as well as the crowd. She is funny and loving, stepping off
the stage at one point to give a hug and making time to acknowledge
shoutouts. (singing them of course)
When it comes time for "Make Me Whole", tears flow from her eyes as
the crowd sings every single word back to her. What can only be
explained as a peaceful and emotional experience, this was a pivotal
point in the performance.
Overall the show was unlike anything I've ever seen before. Live shows
are often just a fraction of what is heard on a cd but when it comes
to Amel Larrieux, you'll be finding it hard to compare the two. It is
a blessing just to hear her sing. It's even more of a blessing to be
in her presence.

Simone Carlene Porter


Excerpts from the show: "Unanswered Questions" from "Morning"

Kevin Michael-A True Original!

I experienced Keivin Michael's debute performance at Joe's Pub NYC on Wednesday, and I have to saw this guy is legit. You know Kevin, he is the new dude with the big afro and laid back style who landed a commercial endorsement deal with Verizon Wireless promoting his first single "We All Want The Same Thing" (Downtown Records). Kevin performed some enticing cuts form his new album (TDB) due out August 28th featuring Lupe Fiasco and production by Wycleff among others. Kevin scat and slide up and down his tales of love, political and self awareness; exuding his impressive vocal range which is drenched in Funk, Soul, Jazz and Gospel. It was so refreshing to see a new voice content on bringing his own energy, not replicating someone elses. Kevin's performance kept you glued to him while he became the music, feelin' his vibe!

Watch Kevin's video for “It Don’t Make Any Difference To Me”.