Archive » January 2008

This page contains 144 entries posted in January 2008

Diggin' in the Crates

Rahsaan Patterson Didn't Mean To 'Rock Ya Baby'

So last week while I was on a much-needed vacation (and getting some shade both under a palm tree and over here from the HNIC...smooches!), our illustrious Head Bouncer dug all up in and through the crates for five...

Butta | 01/31/2008 at 5:30 PM | Permalink

Interviews

SoulBounce Chats With Franklin Bridge

If you've been visiting SoulBounce for any length of time, then you should already be familiar with the band Franklin Bridge, who we featured as Bounce-Worthy artists last fall. We closely followed their tenure on the FOX reality show,...

Butta | 01/31/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

In Anticipation of That New Dwele

Singer, songwriter, rapper, DJ and multi-instrumentalist Dwele should be releasing a new album on Koch this spring, as in, he's been working on some things. Details bandied about in his interview with the Detroit Free Press are as follows:The release...

nOvaMatic | 01/31/2008 at 2:15 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

We Hear

Jay-Z / Mary J. Blige Album in the Works?

AHH rumors: "I know how true this is, but the source is pretty good! I heard that Mary J. Blige and Jay-Z might be in talks to do an album. Basically, this is a concept album in the same spirit...

nOvaMatic | 01/31/2008 at 1:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Industry & Culture, Rap Snacks

What Can We Expect Now That Harve 'Joe Hooker' Pierre is President of Bad Boy?

That's the burning question, at least in my mind. Harve Pierre has done everything at Bad Boy since probably about, oh, let's say, since Jesus was a boy. According to a widely circulated press release, "as President, he will oversee...

nOvaMatic | 01/31/2008 at 12:00 PM | Permalink

UK Bounce, Video SoulBounce

Leona Lewis Premieres Unnecessary New Video

After topping the charts in her native UK, Leona Lewis is prepping for a US blitz this spring. To that end, she shot a new video for the first single "Bleeding Love" that premiered Tuesday online. But you may say...

Butta | 01/31/2008 at 11:01 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Did You Miss Me?

Janet Jackson has found the Fountain of Photoshop in her new Discipline promo pics. [TGT]Someone polished off a tall glass of Haterade while listening to Lenny Kravitz's new CD. [NYM]The family of Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes has a bone...

Butta | 01/31/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Erykah Badu Has 'Nuff Tings In Store For Her Fans

As a recent participant in the Barbados Jazz Festival, Erykah Badu's revealed some interesting developments she has in store to a Jamaican newspaper. First off, Erykah has plans to launch a magazine, Freaq, an obvious nod to her Control FreaQ...

ill Mami | 01/30/2008 at 3:41 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

The Fabulous Chico DeBarge of 1986

Today's Video SoulBounce was going to highlight Jay-Z's "Pray", but there's probably nothing we can add to that and this is so much more fun.Look into Chico's eyes. What is he thinking?A far cry from the bald, post-prisonal "No Guarantees"...

nOvaMatic | 01/30/2008 at 3:01 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

BlogBeat, I Was There

Madness and Chicanery Unfold at the Sharon Jones Show!

"Vivrant Thang", one of our Official Bouncers, has penned a thrilling, eye-opening account of her experience at the recent Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings concert here in DC. As a summary, the very "diverse" crowd couldn't handle their liquor...

nOvaMatic | 01/30/2008 at 2:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

So You Think You Know Rahsaan Patterson?

Dear SoulBounce reader, I submit to you some fun facts about an artist that many of you may be aware of.He's from The BronxHe was on Kids Incorporated.Two songs (including the one below) from his new album Wines and Spirits...

ill Mami | 01/30/2008 at 1:35 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

We Hear

Cheri Dennis Can't Seem to Catch a Break

After yesterday's EXPLOSIVE revelation that Janelle Monae is signing to Bad Boy Records (something that's actually been floating around since November, maybe), word comes that Cheri Dennis' face is tight about this fiasco! Not because she's worried Janelle's artistic integrity...

nOvaMatic | 01/30/2008 at 12:10 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Art & Soul

Retro-Futurey!

Here's the bright, shiny poster for Kanye West's "Glow in the Dark" tour (click to enlarge), that employs the same retro-futurism that has been his visual identity since the course of The Graduation began. At once we recognize how the...

nOvaMatic | 01/30/2008 at 11:15 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Who Do Ya Luv?

Kevin Michael pretty much thinks American Idol is crap. I reserve the right to agree. [SOHH]WGA made nice with Grammy. Now we can go back to not live-blogging it. [THR]Charitable: John Legend's mission to combat poverty. [MTV]Gospel singer Tonex's getup...

nOvaMatic | 01/30/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Your Weekly Fix

Let me make this clear: Name That Beat is not a timed-contest, but damn! You guys are quick! But you knew this already. Belve correctly guessed last week's track, Eddie Holman's "It's Over" which, I must agree with DJ...

ill Mami | 01/29/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Lenny Kravitz is Excited About Things and Stuff!

Since Lenny Kravitz isn't getting laid much these days, we'll simply have to settle for updates that relate to actual music. *sad face* In a recent NYT article (playfully ripped to shreds by Gawker), Lenny offers his humble endorsement of...

nOvaMatic | 01/29/2008 at 4:47 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Events

Niggy Tardust Tour Dates Announced

Saul Williams' incarnation of a thugged-out hip hop rocker, Niggy Tardust, will be coming soon to a town near you. Besides having my vote for my favorite band name of all time (besides Group Home), The Inevitable Rise And Fall...

ill Mami | 01/29/2008 at 4:00 PM | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?, Soul Cynic

Call the Law: Janelle Monae Has Become a Very Bad Girl

Bad Boy Records doesn't exactly have a noted history of nurturing and producing some of the most talented, creative artists in the industry, especially when it comes to R&B. Occasionally, they've struck Gold and Platinum while producing some quality, borderline...

Shooter | 01/29/2008 at 2:12 PM | Comments (20) | Permalink

House of Soul

Tortured Soul Will House You

The premise of Tortured Soul is easy enough: live house music. Yes. Live. House. Music. I'm not talking about DJs rocking the house with live percussion or other instrumentation. I'm talking about live, deep house music that makes you forget about whatever your...

ill Mami | 01/29/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Video SoulBounce

Clips from 'Jill Scott: Live in Paris'

There's no shame in stanning for Jill Scott. She digs kind of deep when she sings, doesn't she? Like she's singing from the guts of her ancestors. Whether she's authoritative and bellowing or teasing and genteel, she doesn't waste a...

nOvaMatic | 01/29/2008 at 12:17 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

Better Fetch the Apple Core From the Recycle Bin

8 hours. 8 hours from midnight last night. That's how long it took for the highly anticipated music industry revolution to come to a grinding halt. Only 8 hours after Qtrax, the first free, purportedly legal, peer-to-peer system for the...

Shooter | 01/29/2008 at 11:45 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

Gnarls Barkley: 'Run'

For all of you rabid for a new Gnarls Barkley album (like me), salvation is coming. For the time being, however, you will just have to do with this promising new track whereby Cee-Lo implores the children to "run for...

ill Mami | 01/29/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Releases

Make Your iPod Smile

Al B. Sure! The Very Best of Al B. Sure!Al Jarreau Love SongsAshford & Simpson The Warner Bros. Year: Hits, Remixes & Rarities Big Daddy Kane The Very Best of Big Daddy KaneCharles Mingus The Very Best of Charles MingusDas...

Butta | 01/29/2008 at 10:15 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: With a BOOM!

Qtrax lives up to its predestined disappointment. [LP, LP]Heavy D, Big Daddy Kane and Doug E. Fresh are planning a tour together. Yes, we get it. They're old. But how cool! [AHH]Is Snoop Dogg doing a new theme song...

nOvaMatic | 01/29/2008 at 9:30 AM | Permalink

First Spin

Termanology: 'The Music Industry (Remix)'

A posse cut is always good, especially when you have the right mix of vocal and production talent. Termanology's "The Music Industry" features pretty much everyone, and by that I don't mean Lil' Wayne, Ludacris and T-Pain. Royce Da 5′9,...

nOvaMatic | 01/28/2008 at 3:46 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Art & Soul

Erykah Badu's Israel Tour Poster

As we wait with baited breath for every tidbit of information related to anything having to do with next month's release of New AmErykah (including the "Honey" video we posted yesterday), we present to you the concert poster for her Tel...

ill Mami | 01/28/2008 at 2:35 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned, Video SoulBounce

Video: Pharrell Officially Premieres NER*D's 'Everyone Nose' in Louis Vuitton Ad

The Blason Fine Jewelry collection was created in part by Pharrell Williams under direction from Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton. I feel so poor watching this video that I couldn't even afford to buy enough vowels for the previous sentence....

nOvaMatic | 01/28/2008 at 12:22 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Jean Grae's Old School 'Jeanius'

Jean Grae's 9th Wonder-produced Jeanius album has been in the works for the past 2 1/2 years, and will finally see the light of day this year, hopefully soon. Keeping with the old skool crate-digging vibe that Erykah Badu...

ill Mami | 01/28/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

The Bite in the Apple Is About To Get Bigger

Either a desperate attempt to stabilize the record industry's crippled economy or a crafty RIAA-concocted, Dreamweaver-designed, peer-to-peer-disguised trap intended to seize mp3 embezzlers - you decide. But as of midnight tonight (EST), a new file-sharing program is being introduced to...

Shooter | 01/28/2008 at 10:15 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Aw Yeah! Aw Yeah!

Su•per•flu•ous (adj): A film adaptation of the Broadway version of The Color Purple. Superfluous. [MTV]Despite whispers from MediaFakeout, Def Jam is TOTALLY COOL with Nas' Nigger. Does that mean I can say it now? [AHH]Cast your vote for the...

nOvaMatic | 01/28/2008 at 9:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Erykah's 'Honey' Getting Sweeter

No, I am not feeling Erykah Badu's single "Honey," and I have made this known. But the video is dope! Why?The premise of a female crate-digger hunting for records in a shop...Who finds not only classic albums but some of the...

ill Mami | 01/27/2008 at 7:38 PM | Comments (22) | Permalink

Looking Back

Wrapping This Week's Soul Candy

We celebrated Dr. King.We pit 5 versions of "Flashing Lights" against one another.Finally got around to listening to Kevin Michael. Too sexy.Idolator follows in the footsteps of SoulBounce.Posted Dwele INTERLUDE; People lost damn minds.Buy Ghostface's album or he won't be...

nOvaMatic | 01/26/2008 at 8:03 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?, Soul Cynic

Perpetual Headscratcher: BET On Sunday

Since BET's Celebration of Gospel is airing this Sunday, I thought now was as good a time as any to ask-- What's really going on?It's the Perpetual Headscratcher, something we wondered about even before Black Entertainment Television began it's certain...

nOvaMatic | 01/25/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

9th Wonder Declared 'History Maker'

9th Wonder, oft-mentioned producer here on Soul Bounce, along with other luminaries such as Fab Five Freddy and Danyel Smith, current editor-in-chief of Vibe magazine, have been featured in the 2008 Black History Calendar, a collaborative effort between Pepsi and Ebony/JET...

ill Mami | 01/25/2008 at 4:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

Dupri Remixes Maxwell

Concluding my DITC marathon is this remix of Maxwell's "Lifetime" by Jermaine Dupri. This was commercially released as part of the maxi-single so I didn't have to dig that deep. Thing is, it's been about seven years already and I'm...

nOvaMatic | 01/25/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos from Duo Live, Murs, U-N-I & Evidence

Since Butta's on break, I'm doing the video roundup and it's all Hip-Hop. (Booty Dance! Booty Dance!) This week we have new joints from Duo Live featuring Talib Kweli, he of the creative locks Murs, a laidback clip from U-N-I,...

nOvaMatic | 01/25/2008 at 3:03 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

The (Former) Carter Administration May Just Lose One

On Wednesday, it was revealed that Douglas "Biggs" Ellison, CEO of Four Kings Productions, Inc. was suing Def Jam on the grounds that he discovered their latest diamond in the rough, soul chanteuse Chrisette Michele, he signed her to Four...

Shooter | 01/25/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

The Interwebs

Maxwell is SO Talking About SoulBounce!

We have a long, tumultuous relationship with Maxwell's blog because we want answers. Unlike a lot of other singers, Maxwell's professional and personal business isn't all on Front Street, which is good, but it leaves the fans hungry and longing....

nOvaMatic | 01/25/2008 at 10:15 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Step Into Millenium

Busta Rhymes must have an "S" on his chest or something. [AHH]Gnarls Barkley is preparing to release another groundbreaking album this year. [SOHH]The Time is reuniting for the Grammys, yay! They're performing with Rihanna. Booo! [Idolator]Anita Baker kicks off the...

nOvaMatic | 01/25/2008 at 9:30 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Masta Killa Voted PETA's 'Most Friendly Hip Hop Artist'

Continuing our tireless Wu-Tang coverage this week comes the news that Masta Killa, original Wu-Tang member and long-time vegetarian, has been awarded PETA2's Libby Award for "Most Friendly Hip Hop Artist" of 2008. Masta Killa won the Libby (short for...

ill Mami | 01/24/2008 at 4:30 PM | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates, House of Soul

Aaliyah & Armand Do It For the DnB Heads

After last week's Aaliyah tribute, I found myself not only re-watching Queen of the Damned, but parsing my Aaliyah collection for some gems I could share with the SoulBounce Reader. So I came across Armand Van Helden's Drum 'N Bass...

nOvaMatic | 01/24/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Martin Luther is a 'Super Nova'

What's better than seeing Martin Luther live? Seeing him drive down a meandering Mulholland Drive on a beautiful day in LA (I'm assuming) singing along to his own music while simultaneously driving...and shooting this clip. Wow....

ill Mami | 01/24/2008 at 3:39 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

The Interwebs

Myspace Does Everything for Al B. Sure

I don't know if you realize this, Al B. Sure, but someone or something spammed the SH*T out of your blog. We're all juicy in the knickers over First Sunday (who wouldn't be?) but we totally get it. No need...

nOvaMatic | 01/24/2008 at 12:30 PM | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Ghostface: 'Stop Downloading My Album'

Original Wu-Tang member Ghostface Killah recently pleaded with fans via video to stop downloading his album and instead purchase his latest, The Big Doe Rehab, at your local retailer. "Real talk...I thought y'all loved me, man," a disappointed Ghost says during...

ill Mami | 01/24/2008 at 11:00 AM | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Numbers Behind the Melody

The staggering record sales slump that continues to cripple the record industry with each passing week may be a pain in the pocketbook to Pop Rock R&B Hip-Hop stars and their housing labels nationwide, but for record-selling underdogs like Raheem...

Shooter | 01/24/2008 at 10:29 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: When the MCs Came

Rich hears Discipline, says nice things. [VH1]The battle for Chrisette Michele and your immortal soul. [AHH]Beyonce and Tina Turner will show some leg together at the Grammys. [People]Is Def Jam fed up with Nas and his Nigger? [MTO]...

nOvaMatic | 01/24/2008 at 10:01 AM | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Cover?

1. "Amerykahn Promise"2. "The Healer / Hip-Hop"3. "Me"4. "My People"5. "Soldier"6. "The Cell"7. "Twinkle"8. "Master Teacher"9. "That Hump"10. "Telephone"11. "Honey" (Bonus) Discuss.Earlier: Badu Talks Challenges of 'New AmErykah'...

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 5:26 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

Brandy Said 'The Boy is Mine' and She Meant It

I'm diggin' in the crates all week! Check back here every day at 4pm EST for some re-worked and overlooked gems!Last Friday I posted Will.I.Am's remix of the Michael Jackson/Paul McCartney duet "The Girl is Mine" and how he dumped...

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

DITC Bonus: Dwele 'Startin Somethin'

Dwele's interpolation of "Wanna Be Startin' Something" wipes the floor with Akon's remake for Thriller 25. I just thought I'd put that out there. Then again, the sound of tires screeching and felines copulating has more artistic integrity and aural...

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 1:47 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Reviews

We All Want the Same Thing: Kevin Michael with Less Sex and More Soul

Whether it's threatening suicide, boasting about cosmetics, or converting your favorite childhood superhero into an asinine dance-craze, it's apparent that the newest generation of young, fresh-faced pop stars are desperate to extend their stay on the radar for as long...

Shooter | 01/23/2008 at 12:55 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Badu Talks Challenges of 'New AmErykah'

Erykah Badu, who's looking suspiciously like Willy Wonka's doppleganger in this clip, talks about some of the challenges she's been faced with as it pertains to her February release, New AmErykah. In the clip below, she points out that each album...

ill Mami | 01/23/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

We Hear

Lenny Kravitz is SO Having Sex!

You have to wonder what's really going on in the world when someone like Lenny Kravitz says he's been celibate for three years. Although he's about three feet tall, there's no questioning the raw sexuality he oozes visually and aurally....

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 11:20 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

The Interwebs

Idolator Presses Pause on Winehouse Schadenfreude

Perhaps we've started a trend. Back in November I vowed that I, personally, would no longer use this space to cover Amy Winehouse's personal turmoils, a move that has since been cited in the Houston Press). I've loosened the reigns...

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 10:53 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: So Thankful We Made it Through

What's this child smoking? [RHAP]We're still waiting to meet the genius team responsible for Fat Joe's latest album title. [SDSU]Janet Jackson to be honored by The Gays. [BVB]WGA won't picket the Grammys but they still aren't necessarily in bed yet....

nOvaMatic | 01/23/2008 at 9:55 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Feenin' For Jacked Beats

You DJs are getting quicker every week. Last week's correct guess may have actually been a Name That Beat record for "Quickest Correct Response" time. Joe Simon's "Drowning In The Sea of Love" used by Gang Starr's "You Know My...

ill Mami | 01/22/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

Do You Know Who Frankie Is?

I'm diggin' in the crates every day this week. Try to keep up!Frankie's My Heart Belongs to You was released in the fall of 1997, when Bad Boy Hitman Chucky Thompson launched his own Chucklife imprint under Sony. The entire...

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats, First Spin

The 'Flashing Lights' Showdown!!!

As stated in my Year-End Top 10, Kanye West's "Flashing Lights" is the best track of 2007 and we are still eagerly awaiting the release of the video. In the meantime, a ton of artists and producers have wasted no...

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2008 at 2:04 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Skyzoo & Black Milk: 'Hold Tight (Remix)'

I think we can safely say the underbelly is thriving right about now. The beats and rhymes I've been showcasing here lately on SB have me kind of open. Here's the "Hold Tight" remix by Justus League affiliate Skyzoo, once...

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2008 at 12:55 PM | Permalink

First Spin

NER*D: 'Everyone Nose'

Finally! Not sure how many of you were awaiting some new dopeness from Pharrell after the lukewarm reception of In My Mind, but along with Chad and Shay, he always seems to find the appropriate way to channel his delivery....

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2008 at 12:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Media Watch

Method Man and The Wuettes?

I am particularly protective of my brothers from the 36 Chambers, although the secondary members of the Wu-Tang Clan (Cappadonna, Shyheim a/k/a The Rugged Child, et al.) not so much. I, therefore, read an article from New York Magazine with much...

ill Mami | 01/22/2008 at 12:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

'Love Thirst" Leaves Jean Grae Wanting More

Aside from the synthesizer and snare-heavy late '80's sound of New Jack Swing, my other favorite contemporary R&B era was the Hip Hop/R&B merging of sounds of the early '90's. Imagine my surprise when I came across the new Jean...

ill Mami | 01/22/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Releases

Collect Some Classics This Week

Al Wilson Best of Al WilsonAntonio Carlos Jobim WaveBillie Holiday At Monterey/1958Della Reese with Duke Ellington & His Orchestra Della & The Duke Mahalia Jackson The Legendary Mahalia JacksonMedinah Starr Beyond Reazon Percy Sledge When A Man Loves A...

Butta | 01/22/2008 at 10:30 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Everybody's Talking About the Good Ol' Days

Looks like USA Today just discovered Ledisi. [USAT]The last vestiges of vinyl thrive in Harlem. [NYT]Nate Dogg is gonna be OK. [TAMB]Is the RIAA site hack a laughing matter? Why yes. Yes it is. [WIRED]...

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2008 at 9:53 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

Talib Kweli & Total Don't Wanna Love You

I'm diggin' in the crates every day this week at 4pm EST. Be sure to check back to hear some remixed, unreleased and overlooked gems.The first joint in my DITC Marathon is "The Anti-Love Movement" performed by Talib Kweli and...

nOvaMatic | 01/21/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned

80's Trunk Jewelry Thankfully Getting A Make Over

You've seen it. As conspicuous as ever, a glint of gold over there or cursive monograms peeking from frames of bamboo. Or better yet, you may have noticed someone's hand being rendered ineffective for writing but perfect for gesturing,...

ill Mami | 01/21/2008 at 3:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Akrobatik: 'Put A Stamp On It' / 'Be Prepared'

Coming straight out of Boston is Akrobatik whose Absolute Value drops February 19th on Fat Beats Records. Due to some reliable RSS feeds, I was able to grab not one but two tracks from the album, which boasts production from...

nOvaMatic | 01/21/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Erykah Badu and Jay Electronica Collaborate With More Than Just Each Other

The web has been abuzz for quite some time with quiet releases from the newest darling of hip hop, Jay Electronica, who's been linked romantically to Ms. Queen of SoulBounce, Erykah Badu. Signed to Ms. Badu's label Control FreaQ...

ill Mami | 01/21/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

For A King, Celebrate!

The year was 1986. Video Music Box in New York was the place to see the premiere of a video that would change my life. Of course I'm talking about "King Holiday" by the King Dream Chorus & Holiday Crew....

Harlem | 01/21/2008 at 11:15 AM | Permalink

First Spin

Faith Evans: 'They Wanna Know'

I tried doing some intel on the full-length track and hit dead end after dead end. That said, here's a snippet of "They Wanna Know" by Faith Evans. For starters, how dope is it that she used the Heath Brothers...

nOvaMatic | 01/21/2008 at 10:30 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: French Vanilla, Butter Pecan, Chocolate Deluxe

Mark Ronson denies hittin' Amy Winehouse. [UHD]Mary J. Blige says Amy is the future of music. [PRI]Teedra Moses to play Wendy Williams' BFF [SOHH]Davey D has some choice words for Bob Johnson [D-Space]Sharon Jones says Winehouse ain't got nothin' on...

nOvaMatic | 01/21/2008 at 9:50 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Looking Back

Wrapping This Week's Soul Candy

Maxwell does something that has absolutely nothing to do with music.Van Hunt's Popular wasn't released.We got a taste of Peter Hadar.SoulBounce editors celebrated Aaliyah.Jill Scott is making moves.We asked if Keyshia Cole can measure up to Mary J. Blige....

nOvaMatic | 01/19/2008 at 11:06 AM | Permalink

First Spin

Michael Jackson ft. Will.I.Am: 'The Girl is Mine 2008'

Name a time when a decades-late remix of a Michael Jackson song wasn't a disaster. That's why we have a comment form!Will.I.Am has re-purposed "The Girl is Mine" for MJ's Thriller anniversary album and Paul McCartney is nowhere to be...

nOvaMatic | 01/18/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Crowd Participation

So Tells Us: Is Keyshia Cole The Next Mary J. Blige?

Much has been said about Keyshia Cole being the next Mary J. Blige, but I couldn't disagree more. Despite Keyshia playing dress up in Mary J.'s closet and wearing her old wigs, these two are on totally different levels. Yes,...

Butta | 01/18/2008 at 1:30 PM | Comments (28) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From Medinah Starr, Kaimbr, and Yolanda Johnson

This week the ladies are in the house (and a gent, too) with some new videos. Up first is Medinah Starr out of West Philly repping for femcees who are about more than selling sex with a video from her...

Butta | 01/18/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

112's Love Song To Puffy

If you're anything like me, then you may skip through the skits or interludes on a CD to get to the real tracks. That's gotta explain how I missed this gem of an interlude from 112's self-titled debut CD,...

Butta | 01/18/2008 at 12:30 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Rap Snacks, Video SoulBounce

Nas Videos Once Lost Now Found

With the countdown to the forthcoming Nas album officially having started once the controversial title was released, renewed interest in all things Nas has ever done, whether present or past, has revealed some rare finds. Although the tracks for...

ill Mami | 01/18/2008 at 11:00 AM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Watch Jill Kill On 'Leno' And 'Kimmel'

I sincerely hope that everyone has their tickets for Jill Scott's Real Thing concert tour (especially my D.C. folks with her four concert dates scheduled and all). Because after seeing her perform "Whenever You're Around" on The Tonight Show...

Butta | 01/18/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Putting Some Funk In Your Friday

Amy Winehouse's husband is stuck with her for now. [People]Aw damn, Irish of 702 fame, not you, too? [SONYC]Go behind the scenes and "Let Your Hair Down" with Kidz in the Hall. [PPFF]John Legend will be performing a concert...

Butta | 01/18/2008 at 9:00 AM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Lina Is Sticking Around

Attention, Lina fans! Our girl is coming back with a new CD, Morning Star, on February 12th, and a video was shot for the single "I'll Stick Around." It's great to see Lina still in the game and doing...

Butta | 01/17/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Rewind

SoulBounce Salutes The Original 'Body' Rockers

By a show of hands, how many of us remember what we were doing ten years ago today? Yeah, me neither. However, I'm sure that R&B supergroup LSG, a.k.a. Levert/Sweat/Gill, would be able to fondly recall January 17, 1998,...

Harlem | 01/17/2008 at 2:30 PM | Permalink

UK Bounce

Adele

One way to describe Brixton's newest chanteuse on our radar is that she possesses an earthy, organic sound that feels real..because it is. Repping for England, teenaged-angst, and all those girls do not shy away from keeping it "healthy," nineteen-year-old...

ill Mami | 01/17/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin

Amy Winehouse: 'Love is a Losing Game (Demo Version)'

Whether or not some of us want to admit it at this point, there's something about Amy Winehouse that simply registers. This stripped-down acoustic version of "Love is a Losing Game" must've happened fresh off her last breakup, which went...

nOvaMatic | 01/17/2008 at 11:36 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Music To Vogue To

From Blackstreet to Lockup: The Chauncey Hannibal Story. [SR]Vikter Duplaix will be sporting some designer duds at the Grammy Awards. [NSM]Mariah Carey is That Chick. [HHC]George Michael is penning an autobiography. Hopefully he'll answer the question what happened to...

Butta | 01/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

So Jill Scott Has Been a Little Busy

Jill Scott has been all over the internets these past couple days. Let's do a quick roundup:On February 5th, she's releasing her Live in Paris CD/DVD combo, available for pre-order from Amazon. [Amazon]Is she doing some shots (in the buff*)...

nOvaMatic | 01/16/2008 at 6:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Buckshot & 9th Wonder 'Go All Out'

Damn, I feel like a teenager again! The whole Duck Down crew provided some certified heat during my coming-of-age (remember "Got Ya Opin"?). Buckshot is teaming with SoulBounce favorite 9th Wonder for The Formula, due on 4/15 and also featuring...

nOvaMatic | 01/16/2008 at 4:03 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Crowd Participation

Happy Birthday, Babygirl

Aaliyah Dana Haughton would have turned 29 years old today were it not for her untimely death in 2001. Although her life and career were cut short, her legacy lives on and her influence can be seen in numerous...

Soul Bounce | 01/16/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Lenny Kravitz In Black And White

The video for "I'll Be Waiting" by Lenny Kravitz premiered a couple weeks ago and in case you were sleeping like I was and missed it, here it is. The video is basic black and white and features Lenny playing...

Butta | 01/16/2008 at 1:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Peter Hadar

I first heard of this cat right around the time I discovered that the hot new spot around the corner from my crib (that I did not know existed, of course) had just hosted a performance of his that I...

ill Mami | 01/16/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

'I Believe' in Q-Tip & D'Angelo

Here's some heat from the sorely missed Q-Tip and D'Angelo. "I Believe" is funky and smooth, like an impromptu jam session after some Jack and a little chief. If this track really was as spontaneous as it sounds, then that's...

nOvaMatic | 01/16/2008 at 12:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Timbaland Wants To Make You 'Scream'

Timbaland sure is milking Shock Value for everything it's worth. The next (last?) release from the disc is "Scream," and the video premiered yesterday. It features Keri Hilson and Nicole S. from Eden's Crush the Pussycat Dolls, and I...

Butta | 01/16/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned

But At Least Erykah's Shoes Were Fierce

It's no secret how I feel about Erykah Badu's hair *cough* styles. Girlfriend is always wearing some wacky wig and yesterday was no exception when she was spotted in NYC stepping out of an SUV in a rather eclectic...

Butta | 01/16/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

Gangsta Guilds: Grammys Targeted, Image Awards Spared

The Writers Guild of America is so gangsta. So far it looks like the Grammy Awards ceremony won't be shut down like the Golden Globes but there will be a picket. Ouch. What did Fergie ever do to you guys?...

nOvaMatic | 01/16/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Live For The Moments

Janet Jackson's new album covering is...um...interesting. [RU]Oh yeah, Queen Latifah has a movie coming out this Friday. [TM]Dre Allen has put ex-wife Dawn Robinson's business on Front Street. [RWS]This Camp Lo track is pretty tight. [LNS]Nicky Guiland of HEAVy...

Butta | 01/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Lovers of Rare Groove Play Here

Last week's sample had a few heads stumped, but was eventually laid to rest by none other than reigning "Name That Beat" champ DJ Stylus who correctly guessed The Soul Controllers with "Ashley's Roachclip". There have been several hip hop artists who...

ill Mami | 01/15/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Bounce Back

Bounce Back: Soul For Real

This week's Bounce Back artists are the Brothers Dalyrimple, a.k.a. Soul for Real. After ten years (wow, has it been that long? Yikes!) of laying in the cut, the Aljoba Music Group recording artists are back on the scene...

Harlem | 01/15/2008 at 1:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats

Whose 'Shining Star' Is Brighter? The Manhattans Or Earth, Wind & Fire?

For the first Battle of the Beats for the new year I decided to take a trip to the way back with some classic soul courtesy of The Manhattans and Earth, Wind & Fire. The songs up for debate...

Butta | 01/15/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Industry & Culture

'Popular' was Supposed to Happen Today

As Van Hunt notes in his blog, today is the day that Popular should've dropped. 'Popular' is not on its way to the store. it is sitting in a box in my flat in LA, on 1/2 inch reels down...

nOvaMatic | 01/15/2008 at 11:45 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Releases

The Post-Christmas Music Drought Has Ended

Aretha Franklin Beautiful Ballads & Love SongsBillie Holiday Beautiful Ballads & Love SongsBlack Milk CaltroitCelia Cruz and Willie Colon The Winners (Original Recording Remastered)John Legend Live From PhiladelphiaLeah Stillwell So This Is Love Marvin Gaye Here, My Dear (Expanded...

Butta | 01/15/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Music To Breakdance To

Is Lauryn Hill broke? Or just broken? [AHM] Two new tracks from Tank, Ginuwine, and Tyrese d/b/a TGT have surfaced. [CL]Randy Jackson from American Idol fame will have a gang of people (including Van Hunt!) on his upcoming CD....

Butta | 01/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

We Hear

And Ya Don't Stop...Aging?

Well, according to Monday's New York Daily News, some of the industry's biggest R&B and hip-hop stars--including SoulBounce fave Mary J. Blige--are allegedly guilty of ordering peformance-enhancing drugs, including steroids and human growth hormone. The drugs are supposedly en vogue...

Harlem | 01/14/2008 at 3:29 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Sh*t or Shinola?

Fooled Once and 'Hurt Again'?

As it turns out, the folks at Geffen/Interscope do know what Mary J. Blige's next single is going to be! So who needs a pesky poll, right? The Dre and Vidal-produced "Hurt Again" is the official second single from Growing...

nOvaMatic | 01/14/2008 at 2:02 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, SoulTube

Queen Latifah Wins A Golden Globe

Too bad for Queen Latifah that the year that she wins a Golden Globe that the glitzy awards ceremony was scrapped due to the ongoing writer's strike and replaced with an anticlimactic news conference. We didn't get a chance...

Butta | 01/14/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

We Hear

Jill Scott Is My She-Ro

Word around town is that Jill Scott stepped out to the BET Honors in Washington, DC this past weekend with a new man: certified hottie Lamman Rucker. You may recall that Jill and Lamman starred as love interests in...

Butta | 01/14/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Soul Fashioned

Maxwell Falls Into The Gap

Double kisses to SoulBounce reader, Mai, who alerted us to the ever-elusive Maxwell in the new Spring 2008 collection ad campaign for Gap. Wait one afro-pickin' minute. Maxwell? In a Gap ad? He's always struck me as a Banana...

Butta | 01/14/2008 at 10:45 AM | Comments (14) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Whip It All Night

People are loving Raheem DeVaughn's Love Behind the Melody. [AMG]U-God is sticking the Wu Tang Clan for his paper--about $170K of it. [TMZ]DJ Soul lets us everyone know what went down at the Okayplayer holiday party and shares a...

Butta | 01/14/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Admin Announcements

Stan-Spam!

Ok, people, seriously. What's going on over here and over here? These entries were published in November and October, respectively, yet they are still being used as a forum. Not that we're mad. But. Is Google really serving us up...

nOvaMatic | 01/13/2008 at 2:22 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Looking Back

Wrapping This Week's Soul Candy

Our Review of WaPo's Review of the Prince Tribute at 9:30Soulbounce Readers Sound-Off on the New Alicia Keys AlbumNew Music from Estelle Featuring Kanye WestLupe Fiasco Vs. Rhymefest on PoliticsMeet the Supa Lowery BrothersAmy Winehouse Goes Blonde, Channels EndoraSWV &...

nOvaMatic | 01/12/2008 at 4:01 AM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Eric Roberson's 'Pen Just Cries Away'

Ever since his latest album dropped last year, I was wondering if Eric Roberson was ever going to release any videos from ...Left. My prayers have finally been answered with this fresh-from-YouTube vid for "Pen Just Cries Away," one...

Butta | 01/11/2008 at 2:16 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Today is Mary J.'s Birthday. She's 37. nOva Feels Old.

The SoulBounce crew would like to wish Mary J. Blige a very HAPPY birthday, mainly because we'd like to stress that her pain isn't what makes us enjoy her work. Via MTV:"When I took the chance to show people I...

nOvaMatic | 01/11/2008 at 1:20 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From The CunninLynguists, Wes Felton, And Roddy Rod

Hip-hop is in the building for the first new video roundup of Da Ocho (word to Amanda Diva). Up first are the cleverly named CunninLynguists outta Kentucky with a clip for a thought-provoking track. Second in rotation is Wes Felton,...

Butta | 01/11/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Nas Collaborators Keep Keepin' On In 2008

With the advent of Nigger, Nas' ninth studio release to be released just in time for Black History Month (Carter G. Woodson is surely rolling in his grave over this one), it's become evident that he's not the only one...

ill Mami | 01/11/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

Miss Jack Davey: 'Why Should Artists Even Seek Major Label Deals?'

We aren't all fun and games here. If you've been reading SoulBounce for any length of time, then you're already aware of how real we keep it when the situation calls for it. But who to this point keeps it...

nOvaMatic | 01/11/2008 at 11:05 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Wanna Play That Game Tonight

The exact cause of Dr. Donda West's death still remains a mystery. [E!]My, my, my, Common has been working out. [BAR]Tweet performed with some group name Kitty Litter earlier this week. Sylvester and Tweety Bird were special guests. [JN]How...

Butta | 01/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Congratulations, Erro!

I know some of y'all are thinking to yourself "Why is Butta congratulating Eric Roberson? Did he win an award?" Well, no, Erro hasn't won an award, but he has gotten quite the prize. He recently asked his girlfriend, Shawn,...

Butta | 01/10/2008 at 5:33 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Common Busts A Rhyme For The Lord

This past New Year's Eve Common wasn't out poppin' bottles with models or participating in any other sort of raucous rapperish debauchery. Instead, he attended Watch Night service at his home church, Trinity United Church of Christ, in Chicago. During...

Butta | 01/10/2008 at 2:02 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Releases

Blue Note Gives Crate Diggers A Valentine's Day To Remember

Droppin' Science, the next offering from Blue Note records for all those feening for oft-used samples to their favorite head-nodding hip hop tracks of old, will be released February 12. You know what this means? If you are the...

ill Mami | 01/10/2008 at 1:10 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates

Diggin' in the Crates: SWV & Pharrell's Oft-Overlooked Version

Here's a version of SWV's "Right Here" that is neither the original, the "Human Nature" remix, or the one you got if you ordered your CD from Columbia House back in the 90s (12 CDs for a penny!). This one...

nOvaMatic | 01/10/2008 at 12:31 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Pete Rock: 'New York hasn't had an album like this in such a long time.'

A few things that caught my attention while watching this promo video for Pete Rock's upcoming NY's Finest:The thought of 9th Wonder and his mama nodding their heads to a Pete Rock beat makes me chuckle.Don't let Diddy hear...

Butta | 01/10/2008 at 12:10 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Seventy 'American Gangster' Remixes and Not a Peep From 9th Wonder!

Yup, we're still waiting on that. Although a couple of tracks have already leaked, we're feenin' for the full release. More than enough DJs across the world have tackled the American Gangster a capellas but it's time for some brand...

nOvaMatic | 01/10/2008 at 11:03 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Some Lady Marmalade For Your Toast

Monica gave birth to her second child on Tuesday. [People]Although Ice Cube isn't a lock to play Mr. T's role in The A-Team Movie yet, wouldn't we all love to see him rock a mohawk? [BV]Get on the good...

Butta | 01/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

The Interwebs

Amanda Diva's Blog Takeover

We're big fans of artist blogs here at SoulBounce. Phonte of Little Brother, ?uestlove, and Eric Roberson regularly keep us entertained and informed with their online missives, and now there's a new blog that I've added to my Bloglines: DivaSpeakTV...

Butta | 01/09/2008 at 6:06 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned

Amy's New Look Has Us Calling Dr. Bombay

Well, this is quite a change! Amy Winehouse's new blonde be-scarfed 'do had us thinking she was about to encroach upon Ricky Ricardo's "Babaloo" act until The LoveHater tipped us off to a more apropos likeness. Perhaps this is what...

nOvaMatic | 01/09/2008 at 3:01 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

BlogBeat

BlogBeat: Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, 'Barney Miller'

Not only do your friendly SoulBounce Editors talk about music here, but we do it on our personal blogs, too. Check out some recent posts we've written about Janet Jackson's "Feedback", a Jill Scott sighting and that funky Barney Miller...

Butta | 01/09/2008 at 2:45 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Supa Lowery Brothers

Those of you who know me personally know that my aversion to smooth jazz, the nauseating sax-heavy grooves played while you're at the dentist, runs pretty high. I gravitate more towards the jazz that's found on stations low on the...

ill Mami | 01/09/2008 at 1:37 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Industry & Culture, Media Watch

What Really Goes on at the BET Offices

Since Butta and I were denied press creds to the BET Honors (and also because it's a slow news day) I present for you clips from the unaired Boondocks episode "Hunger Strike"."Huey takes a stand against cable network B.E.T. for...

nOvaMatic | 01/09/2008 at 11:36 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned

Brandy Get's A Haircut. And?

Brandy recently did what most of us would have done after not catching a case for a car accident that resulted in someone's death. She got a trendy new haircut! And Extra was there to cover it like it was...

Butta | 01/09/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Get Ready For The Salt-N-Pepa Documentary

[Addendum 1/12: Since the posting of this entry I've received a number of misguided comments (most of which have been deleted) regarding the accuracy of this blog post. Worth pointing out is that all three members of the group are...

nOvaMatic | 01/09/2008 at 10:37 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: When Meth Met Mary

So are we feeling Janet Jackson's video for "Feedback"? Yes? No? Maybe? Who cares, where's that new Tito Jackson? [BS]Ice Cube has started the world's first real-time online streaming television network. That's nice, but can we watch The Wire...

Butta | 01/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Like Jeopardy For DJ's

DJ Stylus again gets credit for winning the last installment of NTB. However, he only gets 5 out of a possible 10 points for guessing half of last week's sample correctly. The complete answer is Kevin Barron's "Sunset" which was used by DJ...

ill Mami | 01/08/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (17) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Lulu Determined to be Most Controversial Rapper of Our Time Without Shooting Someone

Our favorite lyric-forgetting, nose-picking DID-sufferer is at it again! Lupe Fiasco recently got into a heated debate with Rhymefest over politics, of all things! For starters, we commend these guys for arguing over an issue that actually affects society and...

nOvaMatic | 01/08/2008 at 4:20 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Talib Kweli + Res = Idle Warship

It's no secret that we love both Talib Kweli and Res here at SoulBounce. So imagine my delight upon hearing that the two of them have hooked up to form a new group, Idle Warship. The new duo announced their...

Butta | 01/08/2008 at 4:10 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Kanye West Is Estelle's 'American Boy'

Estelle has teamed up with Kanye West for the second single from her upcoming CD, Shine. "American Boy" is a breezy track that is reminiscent of an '80s groove. Me likey. What me no likey is this nasty rumor...

Butta | 01/08/2008 at 2:15 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

First Spin

'Maybe' This Is A New Faith Cut

A previously unreleased track from Faith Evans has surfaced on the net, and word is that it may be a brand-spanking new cut from the singer. The Neptunes-produced "Maybe" is a quintessential Faith slow jam. It sounds more like an...

Butta | 01/08/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?

"Live" Blog This YouTube: The Jackson Five NYE Bash

Not for nothing, but I couldn't not post this video after all the ranting I did about it. So, let's see. Questions!What the eff going on here? Did the Jacksons "do" anything?Why is Jermaine Dupri the DJ?Who is that chicky-poo...

nOvaMatic | 01/08/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Releases

New Year, New Music

Substantial SacrificeVarious Artists Midnight Soul 'Round MidnightVarious Artists Rock Steady Crew: 30 Years to the DayVarious Artists Ultimate Grammy Collection: Classic R&B...

Butta | 01/08/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Reminisce For A Spell

Nas covers the 100th issue of XXL. [NR]Former Nas collaborator AZ has a new CD dropping next month. [HHR]Janet Jackson goes all intergalactic in her new video for "Feedback," which premieres today on 106th & Park. [RU]Michael Jackson is...

Butta | 01/08/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

The Interwebs

SoulBounce Detective: Solve the Mystery of Rahsaan's Mood

We have no idea what's going on here and why Rahsaan Patterson is fed up with "Wilona". I mean, she was always bursting in without calling first, which is bound to irritate any well-meaning individual. But that was like 30...

nOvaMatic | 01/07/2008 at 3:41 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Rhymefest Sticks a Reece's Cup on His Nose and Gives Us the Most Worthwhile Track from 'Man in the Mirror'

Perhaps the title of this posting is a bit misleading; I possess a known predisposition towards Rhymefest's Man In the Mirror mixtape, for my side-eye burns with the fire of a thousand former Neverland Ranch employees. But, there are several...

nOvaMatic | 01/07/2008 at 2:38 PM | Permalink

Crowd Participation

So Why Do You Hate Alicia Keys?

As the Managing Editor/Founder/Uncompromising Megalomaniac of this here music blog, I start to notice "things", more specifically, trends with the community of this site. I take full responsibility for stirring the direction of conversation here sometimes, but somewhere along the...

nOvaMatic | 01/07/2008 at 1:54 PM | Comments (25) | Permalink