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Perhaps best known for their work with Janet Jackson; many may wonder what exactly else have Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis produced for. Well in addition to their work with Janet; they have worked extensively with Prince in the group The Time. Recently Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis reunited with The Time sans Prince. Below you can familiarize yourself with some of the legendary work Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis has produced for us. Sensitivity; Ralph Tresvant Beautiful; Mary J. Blige All For You; Janet Jackson On Bended Knee; Boyz II Men Saturday Love; Cherelle Tender Love; Force MD's Diamonds; Herb Alpert feat. Janet Jackson Fishnet; Morris Day Romantic; Karyn White Happiness; Vanessa Williams ---------------- Now playing: 04-Nicki Minaj-Slumber Party ft. Gucci Mane via FoxyTunes

---------------- Now playing: Ciara - Get In, Fit In via FoxyTunes Ciara is currently on a press junket promoting new album, "Fantasy Ride" in stores May 5. The album recently leaked online in full and the response has been positively overwhelming. Looks like Cici has a hit on her hands. Music Biz: Sean Paul Returns! Sean Paul announced Friday (April 24) that he will release his first album in three years, "Imperial Blaze," on August 18 through VP/Atlantic Records. To mark the occasion, the Grammy-winning dancehall artist released a new song entitled "So Fine" on his official website, allseanpaul.com. The track is produced by Stephen "DiGenius" McGregor and set to debut on all radio formats May 1. Ruben Studdard Returns! Second season "American Idol" champ Ruben Studdard isn't calling his new album, "Love IS," a comeback, but he does acknowledge that he hopes the May 19 release will "reconnect me to the 20-some odd mi...

I can't sit here and say I know a whole lot about Human League. I know them primarily for their hit, "Human" produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. This is a song I like to play every once in awhile. Lately its been in my head quite a bit which is the reasoning for it being tonight's throwback video! Enjoy!

With the recent news of Janet signing to Live Nation and reuniting with Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for a new album, I decided to profile Janet's "Call On Me" for today's throwback video. It's definitely been awhile since I did a throwback video post and if I'm not mistaken I believe this video was one eons ago. Nonetheless this was the debut single from Janet's 2006, "20 Y.O." album. The song went to #1 R&B and #25 Pop on the Billboard charts. Enjoy!

In My Own Words: Janet Jackson has reunited with legendary producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis! The producers recently revealed the news during a Grammy function. This is good news! I think it is good news to everybody. A lot will say Janet has fallen off in recent years. A lot will say Janet should just give up. I am glad she is coming back, and I can't wait! Teairra Mari will release her new album, "At That Point" on April 7. The album is led by the single, "Hunt 4 U" featuring Pleasure P. The singer worked with The Runners[worked with Young Jeezy] and Rick Ross on the new album! I almost forgot about this album. This is one of the many albums that will be released in the next few months. I can't wait for a lot of these albums to come out so I can be jamming all spring long. Video: Pharrell's Nylon Guys Cover Shoot Take a behind the scenes look at the savvy producer as he poses for the camera! I love Pharrell! He is one of my favorite producers! Musi...

Hello all! I have the exclusive album covers from new albums from T-Pain and Deborah Cox. I had another one but somehow the link was wrong. I will post that one later. Meanwhile check these out T-Pain is releasing his 3rd album, "Thr33 Ringz" on November 11. The album is preceded by 1st single, "Can't Believe It" feat Lil' Wayne. Ms. Deborah Cox returns to the R&B forefront with her new album, "The Promise" in stores November 11. The album contains collaborations from Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Audio: Trey Songz - Sticky Face Another new Trey song. Trey always keeps a song out. Can't be mad at that. Music News: The unofficial tracklisting to Brandy's new album, "Human" has been released. Notice I said unofficial so that means it can change within the next few seconds, hours, days, or even weeks. I keep hearing this album is pushed back then I hear it is now. I'm not sure. 1. Right Here(Departed) 2. Long Distance 3. Human...

Video: Notorious Here it is. Check out the exclusive preview for the upcoming Notorious B.I.G. biopic, "Notorious" starring Angela Bassett and Derek Luke. This is actually one of the few movies I might go see in the theatres when it comes out. Rodney Jerkins on Janet Jackson's leaving Def Jam! "We made a great record with the record 'Feedback.' We felt like we made a great record with a song called 'Luv' that was supposed to be the second single, but we just feel like we didn't get the support from the record company," he said in the interview. "She was asking to be released and got released."He continued, "I have a great relationship established with her now. I told her, 'Whatever you need, whatever type of record you make, I'm here.' I would love to do another album with her, I've expressed that to her, where I could make an album with her - possibly me, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis."He went on to say that J...

After stalling with his new album, "Here I Stand" Usher has rehired his mother after letting her go. While "Love In This Club" was a #1 single, follow up single, "Moving Mountains" failed at radio. Usher's new single, "What's Your Name" impacts soon. Usher's album is pretty much platinum now if it hasn't reached it yet. Of course this album is looked at as a flop especially when your last album sold close to 10 million copies in the states alone. Toni Braxton hasn't had the best year with her recent health scares. Despite those minor setbacks the artist is set to join ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" show set to air this September. Reality TV star Kim Kardashian is also set to join. The full cast will be revealed later this month. I have never really watched "Dancing With The Stars". It just never really interested me but more power to Toni! Deborah Cox will release "The Promise" on November 11....