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Like A Tattoo Kiss Of Life Feel No Pain Cherish The Day In 1992 Sade released the album; "Love Deluxe". It featured the singles; "No Ordinary Love" and "Kiss Of Life". I remember my Mother had this cassette and she was always playing it. Eventually the album grew on me and what do you know; years down the road; I got my own copy.

A little while back it was revealed that Jay-Z would appear on a remix to Sade's "The Moon & The Sky" and it is apart of the group's "Ultimate Collection" album which you can read more about below as well as stories on Keri Hilson's new single and Sara Stokes from MTV's "Making The Band" in a domestic dispute with her husband. Sade are back with The Ultimate Collection to be released on May 3, just in time to make it the essential Mother’s Day gift. The must-have, 29-track, two-disc album will include four new, never-before heard songs including a remix to “The Moon And The Sky” (featuring Jay-Z). The Ultimate Collection also features 15 tracks that were not included on Sade’s 1994 “Best Of” album. Here for the first time, fans can find all of their favorite Sade classics including songs Lover’s Rock and Soldier Of Love. Disc 1 1. Your Love Is King 2. Smooth Operator 3. Hang On To Your Love 4. The Sweetest Taboo 5. Is It A Crime ...

Teedra Moses; whether you know her or not; you will very soon. The underrated singer has signed a deal with Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group imprint. Now as far as which label will distribute her album is a mystery. On the singer's twitter page she announced the news. Teedra Moses released her debut album; "Complex Simplicity" in 2004. Over the years she has released several mixtapes and collaborated with the likes of Trina, Mary J. Blige, and Christina Milian. Rick Ross is surely putting together a team over there at Maybach Music with the addition of Wale as well. Now all he needs is a female rapper to add to the roster; perhaps Foxy Brown or Ami Miller. Jay-Z is collaborating with Sade for a remix of her single; "Moon & The Sky" which will appear on an upcoming; "Ultimate Collection" album. There is no release date yet for the album. Sade has; over the years shun collaborations but granted Jay-Z which is understandable. If you recall Drake wan...

This was one of the many singles released from Sade's 1992 album, "Love Deluxe". ---------------- Now playing: Sade - Cherish The Day via FoxyTunes

"Kiss Of Life" was the many singles released from Sade's 1992 album; "Love Deluxe" which is an album my mother used to own. Before long I purchased my own copy cause I dug the album. Sade's most recent album, "Soldier Of Love" is one of the few urban albums that was certified platinum this year. ---------------- Now playing: Sade - Kiss Of Life via FoxyTunes

Nivea teased us with the Lil' Wayne assisted video, "Love Hurts" earlier this year. Now the singer is prepping a new video to her latest song, "Stronger Than Pride", a remake of the Sade classic. The song will appear on Nivea's upcoming mixtape, "Nivea Undercover" which will be released later this month. Nivea's new album; "Purple Hurt" is said to be released later this year. According to UBG Ciara's new album, "Basic Instinct" will have a new release date. I'm not sure if their pushing it back or pushing it up. The first single; "Ride" is doing really well as its currently #5 R&B/#45 Pop right now. At the same time though a lot of labels like to release two singles or so before the actual album is released. This is a bit different though. Here, you have a hit single. You don't necessarily have to follow up with a second single right now but hey what do I know. Lil' Kim is reportedly set to appe...

Sade finally releases the video to her latest single and it is a very good one. Sade looks really sexy in it. Check it out! ---------------- Now playing: LeToya - www.music.pbtone.com - Love Rollercoaster via FoxyTunes

Check out the single cover for the new Sade single! Sade's "Soldier Of Love" album recently went platinum! Music Biz: Ashanti To Appear On The Biggest Loser! It’s one of the most eagerly anticipated events every season — The Biggest Loser makeover episode! First, the remaining six contestants get $1,000 shopping sprees at their favorite stores before heading to the salon to meet celebrity hair stylist Jonathan Antin and begin their makeovers. Then it’s time for amazing reveals and emotional surprise reunions, when the made-over players show off their incredible new looks to loved ones flown in to help them celebrate their big day. Later the contestants and their guests are treated to an unforgettable concert from recording artist Ashanti, who shares her inspirational music. This week’s challenge finds the players climbing Jacob’s Ladder cardio machines while suspended over a pool, with the winner getting a weigh-in related prize. And finally, two contestants fall below th...

Sade is really making the rounds this go round with new album; "Soldier Of Love" in stores now. The album recently went platinum. Check out her performance here!

We don't hear Monica get freaky in her songs very often so this will be interesting to hear. Monica and Trey Songz are reportedly touring together as well. In other Monica news cousin producer Polow Da Don bought her a Porsche and produced her latest single; "Here I Am" which will featured Jamie Foxx. "Here I Am" is a fan favorite so I hope they didn't ruin the remix. Sade just hit one million copies sold of her latest album; "Soldier Of Love" and now the singer is pushing forward with her second single; "Babyfather". The song is going for adds on radio on April 20. Make sure you look out for that and request the song. Trina is not only releasing her new album; "Amazin'" on May 4; she will also star in her own VH1 reality TV show series; "The Baddest Chick". The show will revolve around Trina as she handles different business ventures and spends time with her family. There is no set air date for the show yet but I ...

Janet Jackson appears on the Jay Leno Show and talks about her role in the movie; "Why Did I Get Married Too?" which will be in theaters next month. Check out both clips! Music Biz: Drake Speaks On Sade Collaboration Snub! Though he expressed interest in working with her before, Young Money's Drake said he understands Sade's reason for turning down collaboration opportunities. Drizzy is still hopeful for a future duet with the singer. "That's great. Her brand is always protected. That's why," Drake said of her comments in an interview. "Other people's visuals, other people's songs, stepping outside your zone can jeopardize your brand. It can bring you down as opposed to bring you up. I personally feel we could have done something amazing. But I don't think she really knows who I am, really, my genre of music. I put it out there. It was more of a hopeful thing. It was a very early stage where I was at when I said that I was hoping. On...

I can't remember Sade ever doing this much promo for an album before; not since she has become a bonafide superstar over 20 years ago. But with the music industry constantly changing; you have to be more visible now and connect more with fans. I am glad that Sade got the memo unlike some other veteran acts. Wonder why they are flopping now? Ha! What do you think about the cover? Sade looks nice to me and I love Ebony's slightly renewed moniker. Music Biz: L.A. Reid To Get The Boot From Def Jam? The rumor mill has been buzzing quietly for awhile about this for awhile, but it looks like L.A. Reid may be getting fired from his position as Chairman and CEO of the Island Def Jam Music Group. According to Bossip.com Antonio “L.A.” Reid may be getting the boot due to the below-expectation sales of Rihanna’s Rated R album, as well as the controversial seven-figure deal he recently made with Shyne. Reid came to Island Def Jam in 2004 after spending several years at Arista Records.

I was just in the car last night when Sade's newest song 'Soldier Of Love' came on and my friend mispronounced the name; something many people do and have done over the years. Pronounced Shar-day; Sade burst back into the limelight late last year with her first album in 10 years. Often confused as a solo act; Sade is actually a group. One Sade album I really like is 1992's 'Love Deluxe'. The album featured singles like 'No Ordinary Love' and 'Kiss Of Life'. My mother owned this album many years ago and I came to like it as a result. I would later purchase my own copy of the album many years later. 'Love Deluxe' has a relaxing feel and like many Sade songs; the songs here carry on for well over five minutes in most cases. That's mainly because the album only contains eight tracks total. One of my favorite songs is 'Like A Tattoo'. I like the storytelling in this song and the breakdown that leads to a stunning climax. You will h...

Sade has been surprising not only me but everyone else with a slew of appearances to support her #1 album; 'Soldier Of Love'. Wanda Sykes has been going on and on about having Sade appear on her show and it looks like her prayers came true. Check out the video! And what do you think of the skit? sade on twss by yardie4lifever2 Music Biz: Chris Brown Probation Hearing Goes Good! A judge is praising Chris Brown's progress on his probation for the beating of ex-girlfriend Rihanna. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Patricia Schnegg says Brown hasn't missed a session of domestic-violence counseling and has done 32 days of hard labor in his home state of Virginia. She also cleared the 20-year-old R&B star to travel out of the United States in May and June for concerts. The exact locations weren't disclosed. The judge's comments came during a Thursday hearing during which she reviewed Brown's progress with the terms of his probation. Brown was sentenced last yea...

Can you believe its been 10 years since Sade last released an album? That just goes to show you all how fast time really goes. Sade is pretty reclusive and hardly records anyways. But it was definitely long overdue for a new album and now Sade is back! Sade has even hit the TV circuit turning up on 'The View' and '106 & Park' among other shows to promote new album, 'Soldier Of Love' which is also the name of her first single. Sade's voice has a haunting and melancholy feel to it which explains a comment a friend made when he said Sade's voice scares him. I mean I thought it was absurd but I see what he means. I think there has been some confusion over the years as well as to who Sade really is; is she a solo act or is she a band and I guess you could say both. But Sade is the name of lead singer; Sade Adu as well as numerous band members Musze(I may be off on the spelling) but they also work with Maxwell as well. With a new album and a legacy all her...

Sade is continuing her press junket for her new album, 'Soldier Of Love' which is now expected to be #1 next week on the Billboard charts. I really can't say I recall Sade even doing any TV performances before. But then again there is such a huge length of time between albums for her your bound to not remember. Check out the video! One of my friends had said that Sade's voice scares him. I was really surprised by that but I guess I can see why he would say it. It does have this haunting quality but I like it; it doesn't bother me. ---------------- Now playing: Ashanti - More Than A Melody via FoxyTunes

I was pretty surprised when I saw the previews that Sade would appear on BET's '106 & Park'. Well low and behold the legendary star does appear and performs her newest hit. Check it out and be sure to turn up your volume! Music Biz: Usher's New Album Held Up? Hey, Usher, better late than never! We hear the crooner has had his latest CD, which was supposed to be released Sunday, pushed back until March 30. Why the delay? A source at the "Confessions" singer's record company says Jive Records refused to put Usher's album out until he signs with a new management firm. Apparently the crooner and his mother -- and former manager-- Jonetta Patton are officially on the outs and severed their professional ties in late November 2009. "She walked away from the project because Usher had his girlfriend [and former Def Jam executive] Grace Miguel was all in the mix," says the source. "She felt as though if she didn't end things when she did, ...

I guess every successful female rapper will at one point face jail time and that is how it is looking for Eve; I guess with this story. Like I said before Eve's passion as a rapper has faded mainly because she is always with some multi-millionaire and I was right. She definitely knows how to pick them. Read up on Eve's corruption scandal as well as Sade's playlist and Kanye West freaking out again! Ruff Ryders' Eve has reportedly been named in an on-going investigation involving foreign corruption with millions of dollars being illegally transferred into her alleged boyfriend's American banking account. While details are still being put together, E-v-e is being linked through an alleged relationship she has with millionaire Teodorin Nguema Obiang. Senate investigators spent three years tracking money flowing into the U.S. From the accounts of her on-and-off again boyfriend Teodorin Nguema Obiang. He is the playboy son of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Eq...

Sade is releasing her new album, 'Soldier Of Love' on February 9 so I thought it would a perfect time to do a throwback video of hers for tonight. 'Feel No Pain' is from Sade's 1992 album, 'Love Deluxe' which is an album my mother owned and later myself cause I liked it so much.

Sade is one of the many artists releasing albums this year. 2010 is already looking to be a very big and exciting year for music and I can't wait until it starts to unfold. Sade has been gone for awhile but now she is back with a new album, 'Soldier Of Love' which will be in stores February 8. Check out the video recalling the legend and many accomplishments of Sade. ---------------- Now playing: immature - feel the funk via FoxyTunes