De La Soul, LL Cool J- Jam Master Jay Awards

The Ballroom was Packed Thursday as Rap Legends Paid Homage to an Innovator.

Check out video footage of De la Soul performing hits including "Buddy" and "Ooh"



LL Jumped on stage with EPMD

ERYKAH BADU Returns with New Single, "HONEY"

"HONEY" Audio
Universal Motown's multi-platinum-selling, Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter/actress Erykah Badu returns to the music limelight with her debut single "Honey." Laced with Erykah's bluesy grit and MC style vocals, the song is bolstered by producer's 9th Wonder's razor sharp hip hop beats. Badu describes the song as "an old school track with some funk on it."
Praise for the single is already rolling in, with tastemaker DJs in NY, Chicago, Dallas and other cities already declaring their love for the innovative song.
The recent release of "Honey" on November 20th also marks Badu's 10th year in the music industry. To celebrate, the gifted trendsetter prepares the release of her much anticipated new album on her birthday, February 26th. Badu has enlisted some of the most talented, groundbreaking underground producers and engineers in the hip-hop game to support her breakthrough return, including Grammy Award winning producer 9th Wonder (Jay-Z, Nas, Mary J. Blige), Madlib, Mike "Chav" Chavarria and R&B singer Bilal. A special, 12-inch pink wax edition will be available only to DJ's next month and will feature album tracks, "The Healer" and "Real Thing."
"The music is the star," says Erykah, "I just laid down my vocals and let the music breathe while the melodies tell the stories."
Erykah Badu, a Dallas native emerged in 1997 with her masterpiece debut album Baduizm as a primal force of nature connecting old school soul with contemporary R&B. The album garnered her numerous award nominations, pulling 2 coveted Grammys (Best Female R&B Vocal, Best R&B Album) and multiple Top spots on critics' Best-Of-The-Year Lists. In 2000 she followed up with the critically acclaimed platinum selling album, Mama's Gun. In 2003, the EP World Wide Underground was awarded Gold certification.
Erykah most recently performed a Diana Ross Tribute on the BET Awards and the hit show Girlfriends and received rave reviews. The highly regarded upcoming project will be Badu's first full length album in 7 years.

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NEW Wyclef track feat. Sizzla and Uncle Murda- Carnival Contest

Wyclef releases his new single, 'Welcome To The East' featuring Sizzla and Uncle Murda, His new album 'Carnival Vol.II: Memoirs Of An Immigrant is In Stores December 4th.
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WYCLEF IS GIVING FANS A CHANCE TO WIN ONE OUT OF THREE GRAND PRIZES.

250,000 copies of 'Carnival II... Memoirs of an Immigrant' CDs will come with a game piece each game piece features a code. The three winning codes will be posted on www.wyclef.com.

THE THREE GRAND PRIZES WILL INCLUDE:

Diamond: Speedster Motorcars "Z-Custom Line" replica of the 1939 Lincoln Zephyr (Speedster Motorcars "Z-Custom Line" replica of the 1939 Lincoln Zephyr. Color is "Vanilla Shake & Custard". Featured in T.I.’s music video for "You Know What It Is" featuring Wyclef)

Platinum: A trip for two to Brazil Carnival in Rio 2009

Gold: trip for two to a Wyclef concert in the US during 2008

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. To obtain free Game Piece/Official Rules, send SASE to: WYCLEF'S CARNIVAL TICKET GIVEAWAY, Dept.5410, P.O. Box 5007, Stacy, MN 55078-5007. Requests must be postmarked by 2/12/08 and received by 2/20/08. VT residents may omit return postage. Limit one request per envelope. Game open to legal U.S. residents, aged 18 or older. Game starts 12/4/07 and ends 2/12/08. Void where prohibited.

The R.Kelly Double Up Tour- 'Just What I Expected'

R.Kelly rolled his 'Double Up' tour into the brand spankin new Prudential Center located in the newly upholstered Newark, NJ, Thanksgiving night. While the show was quite entertaining, I cannot count the times that I threw my head back in either disbelief or melodic excitement. As my mind struggled thru the 'Aaron Hall Career Jacker's' performance, I was torn between the fact that I was witnessing a highly sexually charged performance, by someone who I believe is both a tortured soul and a musical genious.
R. Kelly has so many hits that much of his show consisted of 1 1/2 minute shorts of some of the most popular singles of the last decade and a half including: 'Ignition', 'Honey Love' & 'Step' of course. The intrusive licking gestures, lap dance, and utter vulgarity, sprinkled thruout the concert reminded me of why songs like 'Age Ain't Nothin But A Number' and 'Seems Like You're Ready' will never be the same...
Ultimately I walked away from the concert having enjoyed it and coming firm to my belief, that this guy just doesn't get it. Some people believe they can do what ever they want because of who the are. We(the public) are the power that create such madness and continues to feed its pain.
I must say that I felt a bit guilty having gone to the show specifically to witness the surrounding drama first hand, and also to see one of the innovators of modern music in his purest form.
Selling over 50 million albums can influence many, many things. At least I didn't pay for my ticket!
SDM

'As I Am' Wins Big- New VIDEO feat. Common

Alicia Keys recorded the 2nd biggest debut in the last two years with "As I Am" selling over 740,000 albums. Keys also landed bragging rights by generating the biggest sales for a female artist since 2004 and the most digitally EVER!


Watch Alicia's Dramatic New Video for her second single- 'Like You'll Never See Me Again'.

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Pre-Order Mary J. Blige's "Growing Pains" In Stores Dec 18th- Video feat. Michael Jackson

Mary J. Blige's "Growing Pains" is scheduled for release DECEMBER 18th, but YOU can pre-order the album on iTunes Here

With the pre-order you will get Mary's first single "Just Fine" instantly, and on December 18th you will receive the Digital Booklet along with a bonus track entitled "Mirror" featuring Eve.

Also...check out a remix video of "Just Fine" featuring Michael Jackson!!

Keith Sweat: A Christmas of Love- In Stores 11/20

'Keith Sweat has long been renowned as a true master of the slow jam. Now, as he turns his talents for the first time ever to a celebration of holiday music, Sweat casts a radiant glow, proving there's no one better qualified to deliver a Yuletide disc titled A CHRISTMAS OF LOVE.'

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ERYKAH BADU RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE “HONEY”

Universal Motown’s multi-platinum-selling, Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter/actress Erykah Badu returns to the music limelight with her debut single “Honey.” Laced with Erykah’s bluesy grit and MC style vocals, the song is bolstered by producer’s 9th Wonder’s razor sharp hip hop beats.

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Cheri Dennis- 'Portrait of Love'

The "Goddess of BAD BOY" Cheri Dennis is slated to release her long awaited debut album 'In And Out of Love' on February 26, 2008. Listen to her first single from the album "Portrait of Love" featuring Young Joc & Gorrilla Zoe.

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!

Mary J. Blige's New Video- 'Just Fine'

Mary's new album "GROWING PAINS" Due In Stores November 27!

Mary J. Blige's New Video- 'Just Fine'
Label: Geffen Records
Director: Chris Applebaum

Click to buy the video on iTunes

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!!!

'Pop Pop'- New Single from Angie Stone

Listen to 'Pop Pop' from Angie Stone's latest album "The Art of Love & War"
In Stores NOW!

Click HERE for "Baby" feat Betty Wright -VIDEO

Jill Scott- Real Thing: ENTER & WIN!

Enter Here for Your Chance to WIN a copy of Real Thing!
Tell Us your Favorite Jill Scott Song.

Wyclef Jean's 'The Carnival II: Memoirs Of An Immigrant' In Stores Dec 4th

Wyclef Jean -- the Grammy Award-winning musician, producer, hip-hop pioneer, and humanitarian who founded the legendary ensemble the Fugees -- returns to Columbia Records with "The Carnival II: Memoirs of an Immigrant," the artist's first full-length album for the label since his third solo album, "Masquerade," entered the Billboard Top 200 at #6 in June 2002. "The Carnival II: Memoirs of an Immigrant" is slated for release on December 4th.

With "The Carnival II: Memoirs of an Immigrant," his sixth full-length studio album, Wyclef Jean continues the autobiographical musical odyssey he began a decade ago with his 1997 triple-platinum debut solo album, "Wyclef Jean Presents The Carnival Featuring Refugee All-Stars" (aka "The Carnival"). Wyclef gave his fans their first taste of "The Carnival II" with the release of the album's lead-in single, "Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)," featuring Akon, Lil' Wayne and introducing Niia. Released in August, the single rapidly made its first Billboard chart appearance entering the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart at #3. "Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)" is now available digitally.

According to Wyclef, "The Carnival II" is "a continuation of 'Gone Till November" (his 1997 Top 10 signature hit from "The Carnival"). I focus a lot on the songwriting." For his much anticipated new album, Wyclef has once again called upon his friends, showcasing his musical dexterity as he draws from an extraordinary and diverse roster of collaborating guest artists including Paul Simon (on "Fast Car"), Mary J. Blige, T.I., Norah Jones, Akon, Serj Tankian (of System Of A Down) (on "Trouble Again"), Lil' Wayne, and Shakira, to name a few. Wyclef produced the entire album with his long-time production partner, Jerry "Wonda" Duplessis, with whom he has worked since the beginning of the Fugees.

"The Carnival II: Memoirs of an Immigrant" is the first full-length album from Wyclef Jean since 2006, when the artist struck a chord in mass pop consciousness with "Hips Don't Lie," the chart-topping Grammy-nominated international smash hit duet with Shakira.
Listen to "Riot" featuring Serj Tankian

Marvin Winans & Donnie McClurkin on Gospel Insider

Watch this footage from 'Gospel Insider' highlighting the recent sucesses of these two Gospel powerhouses.

Catch Emily King on the CBS Morning Show! 10/20

Emily will be performing songs off her album "East Side Story" on the CBS Morning Show this Saturday. (10/20/07) Check your local listings for times. If you are a fan of Emily you won't want to miss this!!!

Also, don't forget to check out Emily's video for "Walk In My Shoes"!

Keyshia Cole Hits The Road With R Kelly. New Audio, 'Shoulda Let You Go'

Keyshia Cole will be hitting the road with R Kelly starting on November 14th in Columbus, GA. Keyshia is enjoying the success of her sophomore release, Just Like You in stores now!
Check out the second single, Shoulda Let You Go Feat. Amina.
Click Here for the VIDEO!

Keyshia Cole Tour Dates:

Keyshia Cole Tour Dates:
Wed Nov 14 Columbus, GA Columbus Civic Center
Thurs Nov 15 Atlanta Phillips Arena
Fri Nov 16 Greensboro Greensboro Coliseum
Sat Nov 17 Birmingham BJCC
Sun Nov 18 Charlotte Bobcat Arena
Wed Nov 21 Philadelphia Wachovia Center
Thurs Nov 22 Newark Prudential Center
Fri Nov 23 New York Nassau Coliseum
Sat Nov 24 Baltimore 1st Mariner
Sun Nov 25 Washington DC Verizon Center
Thurs Nov 29 Little Rock Alltel Arena
Fri Nov 30 New Orleans New Orleans Arena
Sat Dec 1 Dallas American AirlinesArena
Sun Dec 2 Houston Toyota Center
Thurs Dec 6 Minneapolis Target Center
Fri Dec 7 Kansas City Sprint Center
Sat Dec 8 Indianapolis Conseco Fieldhouse
Sun Dec 9 Memphis Fed Ex Forum
Thurs Dec 13 Las Vegas Mandalay Bay
Fri Dec 14 Los Angeles Staples Center
Sat Dec 15 Oakland Oakland Arena(Oracle)
Sun Dec 16 Sacramento ARCO Arena
Thurs Dec 20 Chicago United Center
Fri Dec 21 Chicago United Center
Sat Dec 22 Detroit Joe Louis Arena
Sun Dec 23 Detroit Joe Louis Arena
Thurs Dec 27 Charleston North Charleston Coliseum
Fri Dec 28 Orlando Amway
Sat Dec 29 Columbia Colonial Center
Sun Dec 30 Jacksonville Veteran Memorial
Mon Dec 31 Miami American AirlinesArena
Fri Jan 4 Cleveland Wolstein Center
Sat Jan 5 Louisvile Kentucky Expo Center
Sun Jan 6 St Louis Scottrade
Wed Jan 9 Savannah Savannah Civic Center
Thurs Jan 10 Greenville Bi-Lo Center
Fri Jan 11 Richmond Richmond Coliseum
Sun Jan 13 Hampton Coliseum Hampton Coliseum

Mary J. Blidge- Growing Pains IN STORES NOVEMBER 27

First Single 'Just Fine' Produced by "Tricky" Stewart and Jazze Pha)

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