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Music Feed: Artists That Have Gone The Indie Route

I think I've said this before, once you've done a blog as long as I have, you think you've run out of things to talk about. I think I may of rehashed some topics on here over the years but there's nothing like a fresh update. Over the last few years we have seen several of our Black R&B artists shift from major record labels to indie record labels. Some of the moves have been shocking at best. Some artists have greatly been impacted by moving to an indie label while other artists have suffered and struggle to keep their careers afloat. I have compiled a list of R&B artists who have famously left(or been dropped) from their major labels and now are indie artists. Check it out! Faith Evans Faith's first five albums were released through such record labels as Bad Boy, Arista, and Capitol Records. It was after her brief stint with L.A. based Capitol Records that Faith Evans chose to release her next recording, Something About Faith on eOne Records. The album was...

Throwback Video: Donnell Jones Featuring Left Eye - U Know What's Up

I stumbled upon this video and while I never been the biggest fan of the song; Left Eye completely nailed her part and its one of the highlights of this song.

Throwback Video: Donell Jones Featuring Left Eye - U Know What's Up

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---------------- Now playing: donell jones : U know what's up via FoxyTunes

Lloyd - Lay It Down - Video

"Lay It Down" is one of my favorite songs out right now and it was produced by Polow Da Don. The song samples Patti LaBelle's "If You Only Knew". Lloyd's album "King Of Hearts" will be out soon. I'm not sure of a release date just yet. Music Biz: Donell Jones Speaks On New Album! R&B crooner Donell Jones, who is currently on a promotional tour supporting his recent release ‘Lyrics,’ is excited to be holding his own with a new generation of music lovers who appreciate real music. 'Lyrics' peaked at number #28 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart and "Love Like This" is currently #5 with a bullet on the Urban AC Radio charts. Despite a 3 year absence from recording, Jones is right back where he wants to be, on the airwaves sharing his music with his fans. “There are a few artists out there I really like that are doing their thing,” Jones states in a release to Singersroom. “To me, there’s too many people trying to be R...

American Music Award Nominations Revealed!

Not only is the holiday season approaching but also the music award season. One of the first award shows to air will be the annual American Music Awards. The telecast will air on ABC Sunday, November 21. I took the liberty of showing you the R&B/Hip-Hop nominees. If your not aware of how the winners are determined for the AMAS; its based primarily on record sales. So if you look at the list of nominees and think who had the best selling album or sales out the bunch; more than likely that's the winner. Also after the nominee list you can read stories about Donell Jones' latest album and Nicki Minaj making Billboard chart history! Rap/Hip-Hop Music Favorite Male Artist B.o.B Drake Eminem Favorite Album B.o.B, "B.o.B Presents" Drake, "Thank Me Later" Eminem, "Recovery" Soul/Rhythm & Blues Music Favorite Male Artist Chris Brown Trey Songz Usher Favorite Female Artist Alicia Keys Rihanna Sade Favorite Album Alicia Keys, "The Element of Free...

Album Review: Donell Jones - Lyrics

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| "Lyrics" is the newest album from Chicago bred artist, Donell Jones. Over the years Donell has been pretty quiet as he left label, Jive. Now the singer is back on an indie label and its safe to say he hasn't lost his touch. I can't say I'm the biggest Donell Jones fan but this album is thoroughly enjoyable and I mean all the songs. Its a good song to play at night when traveling on the road or when your chilling with that special someone. A lot of the songs have a message about them; war, deceit, love, etc. You should check this one out! Special guest: Yung Joc Standout songs: "Oh How I Wonder", "Blackmail", "Love Like This", "The World Is Yours", etc. ---------------- Now playing: The Empire - 16-get_too_comfortable_ft_babyface via FoxyTunes

Donell Jones Releases New Album Cover!

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Donell Jones will release his new album, "Lyrics" on September 28. The album is led by the first single, "Love Like This". I'm liking the new single right now and upon closer inspection Donell is looking a little like Ray J on his new album cover. What do you think? ---------------- Now playing: Drake - Karaoke via FoxyTunes

Raheem DeVaughn Plans New Album!

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2010 is looking to be a very interesting year in music and I'm hoping it will be much like 2001; a year that music was at its peak. There are so many artists coming out and releasing albums in 2010. I have lots of reason to be excited but not too excited because I can be let down very easily. Raheem DeVaughn who we all know from his hit, 'Customer' is one of the many singers who will be releasing a new album next year. Read below for more info on his album as well as news on Donell Jones and Jay-Z. Set for release early 2010, DeVaughn's "Love & War" is led by the socially conscious cut "Bulletproof," followed by "A Wing and Prayer". Citing war and life for many this decade, DeVaughn says “Bulletproof” is more like these are the problems; this is what we facing…almost like it’s a warning. Then “A Wing and a Prayer” is like okay, we know these are the problems, but I still believe in the power of prayer." While DeVaughn is capturing ...

Fabolous' "Loso's Way" Album Cover

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The month of June just got bigger as far as music releases are concerned. June also happens to be Black Music Month so celebrate and support Black music! 1. The Way “Intro” Produced by Streetrunner 2. Feel Like I’m Back – Produced by Justice League 3. My Time feat Jeremih Produced by The Runners 4. Imma Do It featuring Kobe Produced by Khalil 5. Everything, Everyday, Everywhere feat Keri Hilson – Produced by Ryan Leslie 6. Throw It In The Bag feat The Dream – Produced by Tricky 7. When The Money Goes - Remix feat Jay-Z Produced by Jermaine Dupri 8. Salute feat Lil Wayne – Produced by Miguel 9. There He Go Featuring Paul Cain, Red CafĆ© and Freck Billionaire– Produced by THE BLACKOUT MOVEMENT 10. The Fabolous Life feat Ryan Leslie – Produced by Ryan Leslie 11. Makin Love feat Ne-Yo – Produced by Jermaine Dupri 12. Last Time feat Trey Songz – Produced by Jermaine Dupri 13. Stay feat Marsha Ambrosius Produced by Syience 14. Pachanga Produced by Sid V 15. Lullaby Produced by Alchemist 16. N...

Throwback Audio: Donell Jones - Where I Wanna Be

Since I have to go to work early in the morning, I should be in bed but I am not. Anyway after this I will be heading that way. I figured I would give you another little something. This time I took it back to a few years ago with former LaFace recording artist Donell Jones. He may of not reached the success of his fellow Chicagoan R Kelly but he carved a niche of his own. Slow, seductive ballads and midtempo grooves would become his staple. One song in particular, "Where I Wanna Be" was a fan favorite and also the title of his album. Check it out!