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Dondria scored a hit single with "You're The One" and its possible she may have a chance with this one too. Dondria's album, "Dondria vs. Phafffatt" will be in stores this August. Make sure you be on the look out for that! ---------------- Now playing: Dondria-Shawty What's Up (Bonus Video) via FoxyTunes

Johnta Austin is not primarily known for his production work but more so his songwriting expertise. His songwriting is what I'm concentrating on today since there is a bigger fraction of songwriting credits than production. Below you will see the many songs that Johnta Austin is responsible for. Collectively he has worked with the likes of Jermaine Dupri, Stargate, and Bryan Michael Cox. He is also a singer who had a minor R&B hit with "Turn It Up" and has been featured on a few singles by Bow Wow. Johnta Austin is brothers with another famous producer; Dallas Austin. Check out the list of hits Johnta Austin has blessed us with over the years. We Belong Together; Mariah Carey Don't Forget About Us; Mariah Carey It's Like That; Mariah Carey Shake It Off; Mariah Carey Nothing; Janet Jackson Outta My System; Bow Wow feat. Johnta Austin & T-Pain Shortie Like Mine feat. Chris Brown & Johnta Austin Gotta Getcha; Jermaine Dupri feat. Johnta Austin Be Without ...

Ocean's 7 consists of Bryan Michael Cox, Jermaine Dupri, Johnta Austin, Trey Songz, Bow Wow, and Tyrone. I was a little annoyed being that most of the people featured on this song are annoying to me. Music Biz: John Legend Signs Brother To Label! John Legend didn't have to look very far to find his next protégé. After two years of helping him develop as an artist, the R&B singer is gearing up to introduce his younger brother, Vaughn Anthony, as the second signing to his HomeSchool Records imprint."[Vaughn] has a great voice and a great talent for writing, and I've seen that grow over time because he just worked so hard at it," Legend tells Billboard.com. "I think he's ready now."Legend officially signed Anthony to HomeSchool in November 2007, just weeks after unveiling the label's first signing, U.K. singer Estelle. Since then, the 28-year-old has cut his teeth as one of Legend's background vocalists on tour and released a six-track E.P. ...

Bow Wow is set to release his new album, "New Jack City 2" on March 31. The album is led by the single, "You Can Get It All" featuring Johnta Austin. I'm not quite clear what the album title suggests. I remember the movie "New Jack City" with Wesley Snipes but how that ties in with this album is anyone's guess. I believe Bow spoke on the album's meaning but once I learn the significance of the title I will share that with everyone.

Audio: Dawn Richards - Under Arrest Newly leaked track! This song sounds like it could of been on Michelle Williams' "Unexpected" album. I remember on MTB(Making The Band) when Aubrey was saying Dawn was prepping her solo career. Seems to be pretty true. Then again Dawn has had many solo songs leak over the years so who knows. Who do you think will release a solo album first? Dawn Richards or Aubrey O'Day? Audio: Bow Wow feat Johnta Austin - You Can Get It All Newly leaked track! Contains a sample from TLC's "Baby Baby Baby"! This song sounds like something Nelly would record! Bow Wow's new album, "New Jack City 2" will be in stores March 31. A lot of songs have been leaking out left and right. It's really nothing set in stone at this point as far as tracklisting goes. I can assume that most of these songs will more than likely appear on the new album. Music Biz: Day 26 Preps New Album! Bad Boy recording stars Day 26 are selecting the m...

Audio: Eve - Set It On Fire From the new movie, "Transporter 3" sdtrk. Poor Eve! She has fallen off so hard in my eyes. Her rap career was blossoming and at one point even becoming a successor to Foxy Brown and Lil' Kim or she was in a lot of people's eyes. Anyway Eve's rap career took a backseat when she starred in her own self-titled, "Eve" sitcom and started doing movies. She also is known to keep very wealthy men by her side so that may explain her desire to not rap. She got money regardless! I'm not mad at that! Ready to hear the new Keyshia Cole album before it hits the internet and stores? Well click here for an exclusive preview of the album! Music Biz: Ginuwine On New Album! Hey Guys!!! I've just completed my album and I am proud to say that I've been very lucky to work with some amazing writers and producers!!!! Some of the people that I worked with were Jonta Austin, Brian Michael Cox,Adonis, Oak, The Clutch, And the Man that I sta...

Audio: J. Holiday - It Is Yours Here is the first single from J Holiday's upcoming album. I have no info on his upcoming album at presstime. Audio: Ginuwine - My Last Chance This is a new track. It is produced by Adonis and B. Cox. The song was written by Johnta Austin. I didn't quite care much for this track. You would think with this combination of producers and writers attached you wouldn't go wrong, think again! Audio: Omarion - Get Her Here is another newly leaked track from Omarion. This song isn't too bad. I like Omarion especially since I liked his "21" album so much. I haven't been to particular about his recently leaked material, but this one is cool. Music Biz: Jive Records Speaks On Ciara's Push Back! Originally due out late last summer before getting bumped to Dec. 9, Ciara's third CD, Fantasy Ride, has now been delayed until next year. Blame it on the disappointing performance of the first single, "Go Girl," featuring and pr...

Audio: Johnta Austin - Patron Newly leaked song from singer/songwriter. Singer's album, "Ocean Drive" never saw the light of day. I'm assuming all these recently leaked songs are from that album or a future album. Video: Lil' Fizz Disses Omarion and Raz B Not content with fading into the background, Lil' Fizz comes out swinging on former B2K bandmates Omarion and Raz B. Music Biz: Akon on New Album! Although there are some signature "Konvict" songs on his forthcoming album "Freedom," Akon says his fans should expect a new style on the Konvict/Upfront/SRC/Universal Records set, due Dec. 2. "We changed the sound up a lot," the 34-year-old Senegalese-born artist tells Billboard.com. "Everyone adapted to the 'Konvict' sound already, so we had to switch it up. Now we're bringing the whole Euro-club sound. That's where we're headed with it." Keri Hilson Pushed Back! Originally expected this summer then befo...