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Those who were expecting a new Christina Aguilera album this Fall is in for a disappointment. You will see the album is not being released in 2010. Kanye West speaks out on his outrageous statements concerning the "king of pop" and Mario has a change of plans! Read about all these stories and more below! Christina Aguilera Pushes Album Back! Despite rumours that Christina Aguilera's fourth studio album, tentatively titled "Light & Darkness, would be released around September/October, it's now been confirmed that the album isn't due until sometime in 2010. Aggie has also spoken out some more about the albums "futuristic sound", which is a huge departure from the jazz heavy "Back 2 Basics". "I kind of had an idea for a futuristic feel for many years now, but I also had that idea that I wanted to do a soul, blues and jazz record also." she says "But I knew I had to do that one first ... It's always been in the back of m...

Ciara continues with her promo tour across the world this time stopping in Europe. The video is rather long(21 mins. or so to be exact). Check it out! Ciara has really been grinding and hopefully it all pays off in the end. Music Biz: Al B. Sure! Returns! Veteran R&B singer/songwriter Al B. Sure! has signed with Hidden Beach Recordings and will release a new album on June 23. "Honey I'm Home" signals the artist's first new studio project in over 15 years. The 13-track CD features the sensual lead single "I Love It (Papi Aye, Aye, Aye)," which is currently available on iTunes.Here's the complete track listing for "Honey I'm Home": 1. "Nite and Day (Interlude)" 2. "I Love It! (Papi Aye, Aye, Aye)" 3. "I'm Glad" 4. "Top of Your Lungs!" 5. "All I Wanna Do" 6. "Lady in My Life" 7. "Dedicate My All" 8. "Bye the Way, By the Way" 9. "Only You!" 10. ...

---------------- Now playing: Keri Hilson Ft. Kanye West & Ne-Yo - Knock You Down via FoxyTunes Trey Songz is back with his new video for debut single, "I Need A Girl" produced by Stargate(who was responsible for Trey's last big hit, "Can't Help But Wait". No wonder why he chose them to (produce) do his first single. I don't blame him. I think that's what's been hurting Trey commercially. He's very prevalent in the R&B community but he's never really branched out into the pop world until recently. Trey's new album, "Ready" will be in stores sometime this year.

You remember Rece Steele from VH1's "Miss Rap Supreme"? Well you should, after all she was the winner of the show. Anyway during a recent interview the rapstress took shots at Nicki Minaj(who is down with Lil' Wayne's Young Money). Watch the video below to find out what she has to say! Video: Rece Steele Interview I think what Rece had to say about Nicki was interesting. I can kinda understand where she is coming from. She just came off a bit bitter and like a hater. I'm not all that crazy about Rece Steele. She reminds me too much of Lady Luck. She doesn't really stand out and will more than likely get lost in the shuffle of disposable female rappers. Music Biz: Soon we will have heard all of Teairra Mari's upcoming album, "At That Point". Tracks from the album keep leaking by the dozen. The latest song to be leaked out is called, "Deja Vu"(sound familiar). Click here to hear the audio! Brandy may of missed the mark with her "...

Jacki-O sits down for an exclusive interview where she talks about rap beef, her upcoming projects, and more. Check it out! Video: Jacki-O Interview Music Biz: I found this while skimming through some message boards. I figured you all would be interested to see this. People don't make a big deal about how expensive videos are(or used to be). I remember when MTV used to do those shows where they would count down the most expensive videos. Most expensive videos of 2008 1. “Womanizer” - Britney Spears ($236.000,00) 2. “4 Minutes” - Madonna feat. Justin Timberlake & Timbaland ($197.000,00) 3. “Feedback” - Janet Jackson ($186.000,00) 4. “When I Grow Up” - The Pussycat Dolls ($167.000,00) 5. “WOW” - Kylie Minogue ($152.000,00) 6. “Poker Face” - Lady GaGa ($149.000,00) 7. “Human” - The Killers ($124.000,00) 8. “Damaged” - Danity Kane ($119.000,00) 9. “Lollipop” - Lil Wayne ($117.000,00) 10. “The Fear” - Lily Allen ($108.000,00) Black Eyed Peas 'Boom' With New Single Peak! The ...

Hello all! I'm back again with another 'six degrees of..' post and this time I decide to profile Monica. Perhaps she is best known for her stunning duet with Brandy, "The Boy Is Mine" which ironically is the title of Monica's 2nd album. Like her counterpart Brandy, Monica's personal life often overshadows her music, especially in recent years. With her oft-delayed album, "Still Standing" on the horizon, Monica is ready to remind listeners why we first fell in love with her in the first place. I decided to change the format slightly as far as the 'six degrees of...' posts go. Instead of just concentrating on celebs the featured artist is often associated with, I will also include names that may of been recently linked to the featured artist. So for example you will see that the production duo of Stargate is mentioned and is because they are producing on her upcoming album. Brandy There had been rumors or Brandy and Monica disliking each ot...

It has been in talks for quite awhile. Now without further adue Ludacris and Shawnna talk about their long-awaited "Battle Of The Sexes" album. Check it out! Video: Ludacris, Shawnna Talk New Album! Luda and Shawnna Talk Battle of the Sexes from DTP TV on Vimeo . Music Biz: Lyfe Plans New Album, Label! R&B singer Lyfe Jennings has been granted a new lease on life with not only a deal for his own record label, but a fresh outlook with new management. Jennings, known for the critically acclaimed debut album "268-192" and songs like "Must Be Nice," "S.E.X." and "Never Never Land," has struck an unprecedented deal to distribute music through his own label "Jesus Swings" at Warner Brothers. In addition to being granted control over his music at Jesus Swings/Warner Bros., Jennings has enlisted help from Manny Hailey, who has successfully guided the career of chart-topping singer Keyshia Cole ("The Way It Is"). Lyfe J...

Before Danity Kane Dawn Richards worked as a solo artist and a session singer. Only time will tell if she will continue her solo plans or continue to mourn the breakup of Danity Kane. Check out the newest offering from this soul sister. Audio: Dawn Richards - If I Could Being one of the most popular songs out its no surprise that this song gets the remix treatment. Check out the vid below! Video: The Dream feat Fabolous, Ludacris, DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, and Juelz Santana - Rockin That Shh Remix Finally Trey hits us with some original music instead of these tired retreads of current hits. The new single is produced by Stargate. Sounds pretty good too by the way! Check it out! Audio: Trey Songz - I Need A Girl

The production duo of Stargate[worked with Beyonce]will be responsible for two lead singles from two of R&B's premier vocalists, Trey Songz and Monica. First up is Trey Songz who will be releasing his new album, "Ready" this summer. The album is led by the single, "I Need A Girl". Next is Monica who's oft-delayed "Still Standing" album will drop this Spring/Summer. The album is led by the single, "Taxi". If you recall "Taxi" leaked out in snippet form a few months back. I am really looking forward to Monica's new album and I hope she delivers as promised. As for Trey I will have to hear the new song to decide if I will be checking for his new album or not. Am I the only one that feels like Nick Cannon has been pretty absent in the media lately? Ever since his marriage to Mariah Carey, Nick has been laying low. Now the entertainer visited Chicago's B96 and made a surprise call to a certain someone. Check it out! Video...

There is never a shortage of new music as far as Ne-Yo is concerned. There is always a new song leaking from this singer/songwriter. Check out his newest leaked track! Audio: Ne-Yo - Waiting Former American Idol winner Ruben Studdard returns with his upcoming Sony debut album. Check out Ruben's first single produced by Stargate and written by Ne-Yo. If Ruben is fishing for a hit with this new song, you don't usually go wrong with this coveted trio! Audio: Ruben Studdard - Together You can't get any hotter than The-Dream from a production standpoint(Single Ladies...anyone)and now an artist. His new single, "Rockin That Thang" is #3 on the R&B charts and his new album, "Love vs Money" will be in stores March 10. Check out The-Dream as takes viewers behind the scene of his album photoshoot. Video: The-Dream - Album Photoshoot Deborah Cox Gives Birth To Baby Girl! DEBORAH COX, has given birth to her third child today. The 3-time JUNO Award winner and her...

Audio: Blu Cantrell - Boy Crazy Newly leaked track! From new upcoming album, "Blubonic". You don't know how excited I was to see and hear a new track from Bllu Cantrell. I absolutely love her. The song is not that bad. I kinda like it. Video: T.I.'s "Road To Redemption" Show Preview Premieres February 10 at 9pm ET/PT on MTV! Audio: Justin Timberlake - Bigger Than The World Newly leaked track! I have heard that JT is working on a new album but last I read the singer denied it. Who knows? Music Biz: Mario Lands Fashion Deal! Vocalist Mario will star in the European ad campaign for the spring and summer collections from fashion label Pelle Pelle. Meanwhile, Mario is also hard at work on the follow-up to his 2007 album, Go. Mario’s working with an all-star roster of songwriters and producers including Polow da Don, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Babyface, Stargate and Tricky Stewart & The-Dream. Kelis, Nas Expecting First Child! From "Milkshake" to ...

Audio: Brandy - One Thing Newly leaked track! Produced by Brian Kennedy. Like Rodney Jerkins, Brandy most of recorded a ton of tracks with Brian Kennedy. As we see most of these tracks didn't make the album but are now surfacing. Audio: Usher - Take A Ride Newly leaked track! Audio: Ne-Yo - Better Today Newly leaked track! Produced by Stargate! It's crazy because a new Ne-Yo song practically leaks every other day!

So did you any of you all go out and shop on Black Friday? I did. I went out and got a lot of movies and some music(well just one cd). Anyway I went later in the day. I didn't get up all at 6 a.m. or anything like I have in the past. I will say I did miss out on a few good deals I guess had I got up earlier for certain movies. Upon closer inspection though I would come to find out the movies that were sold out, were ones I didn't want anyway. Well I will be doing more shopping today! I should be exhausted huh? Well not quite! Audio: Ciara - I'm On Newly leaked track from Ciara's ill-fated, "Fantasy Ride" album which was pushed back til Spring 2009. Audio: Beyonce - Roc Newly leaked track from the recording sessions of "I Am..Sasha Fierce". Produced by Stargate. The title makes me think of "Roc" as in Rocafella. I think it is very interesting that the title is spelled like this too. It makes sense though. Cute! Audio: Common feat Cee-Lo - Ma...

Well well it looks like Ms. Britney Spears has gotten herself together. Should I even speak so soon? I think it is safe to say she has cleaned herself up whether well. Her new single, "Womanizer" hit #1 and is doing very well. On December 9 Britney will release her new album, "Circus". I couldn't think of a better title to describe her life for the last year or so. Anyway check out the album cover and tracklisting! 1. Womanizer 2. Circus 3. Out From Under 4. Kill The Lights 5. Shattered Glass 6. If U Seek Amy 7. Unusual You 8. Blur 9. Mmm Papi 10. Mannequin 11. Lace and Leather 12. My Baby 13. Radar Audio: Justin Timberlake - Magic Brit's ex boo JT leaks a new track produced by Stargate. I believe this song leaked out as a snippet early on but here is the full version. Enjoy! Audio: Ne-Yo feat Fabolous - How I Do Here is a newly leaked track from singer/songwriter Ne-Yo. I believe this song is a leftover from his new album, "Year Of The Gentleman"....

Video: Jazmine Sullivan Hitlist J Records newest songstress shares her favorite videos to MTV. Check it out! Jazmine's new album, "Fearless" recently leaked and I heard nothing but good things about it. I guess I will have to check it out after all. As much as I don't like first single, "Need U Bad", I do like the video, oddly enough. I like what a good time they were having in the studio while recording and filming. Jazmine's "Fearless" album will be in stores September 30. Audio: Keri Hilson feat Lil' Wayne - Turnin Me Off Here is Keri's 2nd single off her "In A Perfect World..." album in stores November 11(I believe). The song was leaked awhile back but this is said to be the official version. Check it out! I couldn't hear the audio on here so I'm not for sure if it's different or not. Keri's album has been pushed back repeatedly due to all the leaks. Last I read it was due sometime in November but I'm n...

Music News: Jennifer Hudson will release her self-titled debut album on September 30. The album sports collaborations from Ludacris, Timbaland, Robin Thicke, The Clutch, The Underdogs, Ne-Yo, and Stargate. First single, "Spotlight" is taking off and currently sits at #14 on the R&B charts. The second single is being touted as "Pocketbook" featuring Ludacris and it was written/produced by The Clutch and Timbaland. I am looking forward to Jen's album. If you would of asked me awhile back, I would of said no. J Records seems to really be pulling all the stops out for Jen. I just hope they don't drop the ball on her after her second album like they do with all their other urban acts. Ciara may of had a few false starts as far as her first single is concerned. It has been rumored that "Work" may be in contention for her first single. Ciara's triple album, "Fantasy Ride" will be released this November. The album sports collaborations fr...