Archive » March 2009

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Video SoulBounce

Go Inside Prince & Q-Tip's Futuristic 'Chocolate Box'

I don't know about anyone else, but the thought of Prince, Q-Tip and chocolate together makes me wanna. And the fact that all three are together on a song makes me really wanna. That's right, his Purple Badness has employed...

Butta | 03/31/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

First Spin

Jose James Wants You To 'Save Your Love For Me'

I will admit that I was was super late to the Jose James train. Now that I am armed with my late pass, I can say that his style is like looking at cirrus clouds on a Sunday afternoon: wispy,...

ill Mami | 03/31/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Crowd Participation

SoulBounce Roundtable: Beyond Justin & Ciara

In light of our recent post entitled "How Can Justin Timberlake Still Objectify Black Women And Get Away With It?" and the ensuing reaction, we thought it would be a good idea to dig deeper and officially claim ownership of...

nOvaMatic | 03/31/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (28) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Heavy Rotation

I often have trouble answering the question, "What new albums are you listening to lately?" But today, I will attempt to share a few albums that I have in heavy rotation. Right now, these albums hold that distinction: The...

Ayah | 03/31/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Southwest Airlines Takes It Back To The Old School

I don't know what's funnier about this clip: the unsuspecting passengers looking horrified when told they have to provide a beat or moments later when they actually are clapping along and smiling at Southwest Airlines' flight attendant's David Holmes' rhyme...

ill Mami | 03/31/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Hip-Hop at War

Charles Hamilton Fans, Meet Black Spade

We're not even going to bag on your boy Charles Hamilton, because the jury's still out on whether or not he's worth the bullet. However, this whole Black Spade beatjacking situation has inspired copious amounts of uckery-fay and reckless greasy...

nOvaMatic | 03/31/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Dead On Arrival

N'dambi fans, here's the update on her new project that you've been waiting for. [SITKOL]Pharrell recently took "Spaz" to new, realistic levels. [NEPS]Usher elucidates on his last dope album. [UD]Andre 3000 has a need for speed. [CL]dead prez is...

nOvaMatic | 03/31/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

J*DaVeY Take It 'Slooow' With Their New Video

I love J*DaVeY. I really do. And while I know this may bring out some irritance in their biggest stans, I'll say it anyway: their new video for "Slooow" is pretty boring. Sure Miss Jack Davey looks fierce as always...

ill Mami | 03/30/2009 at 6:45 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

BlogBeat, First Spin

What Can You Do With This Mark de Clive-Lowe Beat?

Ever since seeing Mark de Clive-Lowe and Vanessa Freeman perform live a few weeks ago, I've fallen for his music...hard. Having slept for way too long, I now stay up on his tunes and what he's doing via various social...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 6:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Shanice Makes A 'Run' At Whitney...And Scores!

We here at SBHQ are on Team Shanice, in a big way. Ever since she announced last year that a new album was on the way, we've been hanging on to her high notes waiting for the disc to drop....

Harlem | 03/30/2009 at 5:30 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Watch Lisa Shaw's 'Tomorrow' Today

Lisa Shaw's new CD Free is an experience in sound, and her new video for the song "Tomorrow" is an experience in sight as well. One of the downtempo cuts from Free, the video for "Tomorrow" falls right in line...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 4:30 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Peter Hadar & Selita Ebanks Get Trippy On Their Own 'Planets'

Imaginative videos are primarily thought of as a bastion of the '80s. Videos then were so new that, since no one really knew what they could be used for, most artists decided to go all out with their content. Times...

ill Mami | 03/30/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Is This Ginuwine's 'Last Chance'?

It looks like Ginuwine is seriously creeping up on a comeback. After a few extra decent leaks over the past few months, now comes a video for the enjoyable first single from his as-yet-untitled next studio album. The video for...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 2:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Is Diddy Still As Evil As We Once Believed?

Diddy is an enigma to me. And before you start snickering, let's ponder this: Diddy is a man who has built a global empire of music, fashion, and television production and along the way has managed to run a...

ill Mami | 03/30/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Phonte Freestyles At WMC

What happened in Miami during last week's Winter Music Conference thankfully isn't staying in Miami with the wonder of YouTube and our good friend DJ Stylus who caught this moment in time on camera. At Thursday's all-star Godfather III James...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 12:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Teedra Moses & Muhsinah This Week!

DC Bouncers, where ya at? It's been a while since we've given anything away to the hometown crew, and what better way to return than with a ticket giveaway to see Teedra Moses and Muhsinah this Thursday at Liv. Our...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Rapper Big Pooh Cooks Up A 'Comeback'

Rapper Big Pooh's new solo album The Delightful Bars is on its way soon, and here's the first video from the disc to tide us over til its release. In the clip for "The Comeback," Pooh can be seen rapping...

Butta | 03/30/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: My Jamaican Guy

T-Pain suffered serious injuries and broke four teeth in a freak golf cart accident on Friday. Stop laughing. [AHH]Charles Hamilton got called out for allegedly jacking a Black Spade beat. [FS]Not to be outdone by ghost bloggers, 50 Cent's...

ill Mami | 03/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Kanye West, Santigold, & Lykke Li 'Gifted' In N.A.S.A Video

In the no-rules, unique collaboration centered world of N.A.S.A. (Squeak E. Clean and DJ Zegon) the paring of Kanye West, Lykke Li, and Santigold is precisely the point. Even though joining these three disparate voices together is unexpected (and not...

Ro | 03/27/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets to See Omar & Teedra Moses Next Week!

NYC Bouncers are in for a musical treat next Wednesday with the return of UK Soul icon Omar to the US for a short tour kicking off at S.O.B.'s. And not only will New Yorkers get to indulge in Omar's...

Butta | 03/27/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Prince Rocks Leno With 'Dreamer'

While I am definitely a Prince fan, I sort of checked out after Diamonds And Pearls, and the first and last time I saw him in concert, Sheila E. was warning us all about the "Glamorous Life." Plus, his litigious...

ill Mami | 03/27/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Judge Dismisses Case Against Wayna

There's good news to report today: at the request of prosecutors, a judge in Houston has dismissed the case against Wayna who was arrested earlier in the week for attempting to board a plane with a collapsible police baton in...

Butta | 03/27/2009 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Listicle

Fave 5: Dar's Favorite Dance Videos

I don't dance that well myself, but I certainly appreciate a music video with tight, innovative dancing throughout. It seems like artists and dancers took it more seriously back in the day, but that's just my opinion. I just don't...

Dar | 03/27/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

The Roots Collaborate With Obama on 'Look!'

Well, sort of. Since politics is generally the fodder for late night talk show hosts, and President Obama is about as affable as world leaders can get, it means comedy show writers are in overdrive trying to crank out any...

ill Mami | 03/27/2009 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: We're Gonna Get Hot2Nite

If the whole singing thing didn't pan out for Jennifer Hudson her backup plan was to become a tattoo artist. [MSNBC]And speaking of getting inked, Rihanna got a small hand gun tattooed on her ribcage. [SR]Miss "Tattoo" herself, Jordin...

Ro | 03/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

Crave, Volume 1

If our Morning Soul theme this week was any indicator, Male R&B needs to come back in a big way. There's definitely some notable artists holding it down across the board, but a good argument can be made that it's...

nOvaMatic | 03/26/2009 at 6:00 PM | Comments (15) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Wayna's 'Billy Club' Comes Back To Haunt Her

In an ironic turn of events, Grammy-nominated singer (and SoulBounce favorite) Wayna was arrested yesterday in Houston on a third degree felony weapons charge. Blog Bloom Effect reported that Wayna was detained and questioned at the Houston Airport after...

Dar | 03/26/2009 at 5:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Mos Def Is Full Of 'Words'

In this extremely short teaser video for his forthcoming album The Ecstatic, Mos Def uses his deft ability with words. Only instead of just speaking them, his words become him. The video opens with just a textured background that fills...

Ro | 03/26/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Where In The World Is Emily King?

If you were like me in 2007, you fell hard for Emily King. Personally, I was infatuated with her honey-coated voice, her round-the-way/Bohemian B-Girl steez, and the fact that she plays guitar. Her debut album, East Side Story (how...

Dar | 03/26/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (18) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Do People Slow Dance Anymore?

I'm sure I am dating myself by admitting this, but there was once a time when there seemed to be a format to every good party. First Hip Hop was played by the DJ, then uptempo R&B leading into mid-tempo...

ill Mami | 03/26/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Keeping It Real

Hey everyone! I've been so busy mastering, getting artwork done, filling out papers, buying barcodes, planning videos, registering with Sound Scan, rehearsing, etc., that I've totally forgotten to enjoy myself!...

Ayah | 03/26/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Interviews, Video SoulBounce

The Foreign Exchange Opens, Cuts Up

If you're a regular visitor to SoulBounce, then you know that we love everything about The Foreign Exchange. They are the rare group of artists who continuously put out dope music and are as talented as they are down to...

Butta | 03/26/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Admin Announcements

Welcome Dar To The Darkside

We realize he's been on board for over a month now, but you can now call Dar an official member of the team. I personally reached out to him because he has a tendency to blog in the comments, and...

nOvaMatic | 03/26/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (11) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Like The Way You Work It

Check out a preview of Mos Def's appearance on Monday's episode of House. [WH]The reviews are rolling in for Jill Scott's new series, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, which debuts on HBO this Sunday. [JS]Trick Daddy recently announced that...

Harlem | 03/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles

An 'Epiphany' About Chrisette Michele's Hairstyle

I finally figured out who Chrisette Michele reminded me of with her new hairstyle....

Butta | 03/25/2009 at 6:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Happy Birthday, Aretha Franklin

To say that you love someone unconditionally means that you care about them so deeply, so readily, that no matter what they do or say, or how they act, you never waver. You have their back. That type of love...

Harlem | 03/25/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Soul Cynic, SoulTube

If You 'Married A Baller,' Why Are You On 'Survivor'?

When I first heard that Tamara "Taj" Johnson-George was cast on Survivor, now in its 18th season, I was pretty excited because in my mind that meant that this would have been the first celebrity edition of reality competition,...

Butta | 03/25/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?

Lil' Kim Has More Problems With 'Notorious,' Sky Is Still Blue

I have to give it to Lil' Kim. After being found guilty of perjury, serving jail time, and perfecting her transformation into an Asian version of her former self from the neck up, she still manages to stay relevant. She's...

ill Mami | 03/25/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Keri Hilson May 'Knock You Down' With New Video

It seems like it's been an exceptionally long time coming for Keri Hilson. After all, she's been getting super-hyped since her appearance on Timberland's "The Way I Are." With vocals touched by the Auto-Tune fairy, and accompanied by Kanye West...

Ro | 03/25/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

Kanye Remixes Q-Tip & We 'Love' It

Regardless of how I may feel about Kanye West, and trust me when I say it is like loving a problem child who needs to be sent to boot camp, he invariably does something to remind me of why I...

ill Mami | 03/25/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Video SoulBounce

Who Is President Obama Bumping On Air Force One?

By now it's common knowledge that President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle are huge music fans with exceptional taste. They've already had music icons like Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire perform at the White House, and they've...

Butta | 03/25/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Pharrell Dances For His Dinner, French Are Unamused

The great thing about travelling internationally is the opportunity to explore other cultures while simultaneously exploring oneself. One of the things that supremely sucks about travelling internationally is seeing the reminders of our conspicuous consuming culture reflected in other countries,...

ill Mami | 03/25/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Where Da Bacardi At?

Fergie's new doll looks as frightening as she does. [EW]Darius Rucker is making quite a name for himself in Country. [BB]Just in time for Black Music Month, TVOne's UnSung returns in June. [II]Five reasons why Joss Stone is more than "White Hype." [QHB]Don Cornelius...

Butta | 03/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Video SoulBounce

India.Arie, Adele Get In Tune With Walmart's 'Soundcheck'

When you hear the name Walmart you probably think of it as the go-to place for everything from detergent to dental floss to $5 DVDs, but as it turns out, up until last year Walmart was also the number one music...

Butta | 03/24/2009 at 5:00 PM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Erykah Badu & The Cannabinoids Want To Infiltrate Your Cranium

Not too long ago, Erykah Badu asked if anyone in the Twitterverse knew what a cannabinoid was. Although known in science as being the active substance that gives the pleasant sensation when marijuana is metabolized by the body, in Erykah's...

ill Mami | 03/24/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

I'm Mad

How Can Justin Timberlake Still Objectify Black Women And Get Away With It?

Someone please explain why Justin Timberlake continually gets a pass to fetishize and exploit the image of Black women. Right now. Because after watching him aggressively pulling on a chain wrapped around Ciara's neck only to later use her bending...

Ro | 03/24/2009 at 1:30 PM | Comments (91) | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?

New Winehouse Material Half-Baked?

Amy Winehouse.It actually feels good to type her name outside the context of controversy, but that doesn't make this news any better. Shockingly, Amy has been productive in the Caribbean recording new material, yet her label has stamped a big...

nOvaMatic | 03/24/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Go Outside' With Wes Felton

Wes Felton's videos are always a visual treat. His latest for the song "Go Outside" from his Black History Month Has Come and Gone Again mixtape is no exception. Although a little more out there than his normal fare, it still reflects...

Butta | 03/24/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Feel A Little Poke Coming Through

Care to add anymore items to this controversial list? [CM]Justin Timberlake's new fragrance will likely smell like dance sweat. [KB]The 70 Best Hip Hop Videos of All Time? You decide. [FM]Ginuwine just announced a duet with Brandy. [TFB]Kanye's Complex...

nOvaMatic | 03/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin

Monica May Have Another Hit In This 'Lifetime'

There are some artists who you just wish would go away. Think T-Pain, Soulja Boy. And then there are some artists who you wish would come back to rule the charts once again. Think Lauryn Hill, D'Angelo. And then...

Butta | 03/23/2009 at 9:00 PM | Comments (15) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

World Premiere: 'Believe' By Ayah

SoulBounce is very proud to present the world premiere of Ayah's new video for the song "Believe." Our friend from up North and guest blogger at SB is busy at work on her first full-length album, 4:15, and "Believe" is...

Butta | 03/23/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ciara & Justin Timberlake 'Sex' It Up In New Video

After releasing a single last year that received a lukewarm reception and a few leaks that sparked little to no interest, it looks Ciara may have finally hit the jackpot with "Love Sex Magic." The former Princess of Crunk 'n'...

Butta | 03/23/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (24) | Permalink

First Spin

Welcome Ne'a Posey & Lil' Dave Into Your 'World'

DC and Philly, stand up! Ne'a Posey, one of the DMV's rising soul stars, and DJ Lil Dave, a member of Philadelphia's Illvibe Collective, have teamed up on the track "State of the World," now available on the Bagpack Selects Vol...

Butta | 03/23/2009 at 2:20 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

SoulTube

Lip-Sync For Your Life!

If you're a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race, then the title of this post will be quite familiar to you. But if you have yet to see the extravaganza eleganza on LOGO for yourself, then you have truly been missing...

Butta | 03/23/2009 at 1:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin, Jazzy Ways

Indigo Jam Unit Reimagines Common In The Jazziest Of Ways

Indigo Jam Unit is likely a band whose music you may have never heard of. This jazz group has released three albums so far in their native Japan, but it is their fourth album that is truly special. Re: Common...

ill Mami | 03/23/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Free Music, Mixtape Roundup

DJ Jazzy Jeff Adds A Touch of Soul To Hip Hop Classics

It goes without saying that Jeffrey Townes, while inspiring deejays since his tenure as one half of DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, is one of the most accomplished and perhaps underrated producers of our time. He recently dropped My...

nOvaMatic | 03/23/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: We Can Do It Anywhere

This past Saturday was downright scary when Erykah Badu was visited by a stalker at her home then tweeted about it. [EW]ICYMI: Mos Def's appearance in this month's Vogue to promote Watermelon Syndicate, his new clothing line by yet...

ill Mami | 03/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin, House of Soul

Anto Vitale & Tamara Wellons Soar On Soulful 'Wings'

Soulful House heads, your new anthem has arrived. Following in the tradition of his tea dance-oriented "Theorema del Faya" and the rousing "Majico," Anto Vitale joins with DC's own Tamara Wellons for "Broken Wings." As a fan of both, our anticipation...

nOvaMatic | 03/20/2009 at 4:30 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

First Spin

Aaliyah Lives On In JLaine's 'Don't Really Know'

This is a track that manages to be several of our favorite things at once: Creative without being over the top; mellow without inducing a coma, articulate without being preachy. JLaine's "Don't Really Know" featuring Wes Felton cleverly flips the...

nOvaMatic | 03/20/2009 at 2:30 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Admin Announcements, The Interwebs

Go Get Some 'REALove' On Friday Favecast

I am a woman of many talents--not to toot my own horn and all--but outside of keeping all of you up to date on the latest and greatest music that the mainstream chooses to ignore, I have also been known...

ill Mami | 03/20/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Donwill Presents 'Laura's Song' in High Fidelity

Even though he's putting in work on the forthcoming Tanya Morgan album, Donwill has a pretty creative project of his own. Don Cusack In High Fidelity is his own album, modeled after his favorite film High Fidelity. It's a remake...

Ro | 03/20/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

Altovise Davis (1943-2009)

Altovise Davis dies at 65; widow of Sammy Davis Jr. [LAT]Altovise Davis [Wiki]...

Butta | 03/20/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Like A Record, Baby

Alicia Keys made an appearance along side First Lady Michelle Obama at a DC High School for Women's History Month. [CL]Now you can view footage of The Notorious B.I.G.'s final party online, should you feel so inclined. [MTV]Upcoming albums from Case...

Ro | 03/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Jazzy Ways, Video SoulBounce

Blame It On Mike Phillips

Mike Phillips, aka "A Jazzer with Swagger" (his words, not mine), is not only one of the premiere saxophonists of his generation, but he is famous for mashing up Jazz with Hip Hop and making it accessible to a new...

Butta | 03/19/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Murs' 'Me and This Jawn' Video Takes Us On A Stroll Down Lovers' Lane

The man with That Hair, Murs, has released his video for "Me and This Jawn" off of last year's Murs For President. It's sweet and sentimental as he and his jawn, Roxy Reynolds, spend time together. They stroll along the...

Ro | 03/19/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

FULL DISCLOSURE: A Mary J. Blige Song I Hate

Congratulations to Mary J. Blige and her label for being cleared of stealing "Family Affair" from Leonard Jones and James White, who claimed the track was similar to their own "Party Ain't Crunk." As you all know, we ride for...

nOvaMatic | 03/19/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Consequence & Cudi Get Crazy in Clip Revisiting Quest

Clocking in at 1:55 "Buggin' Out '09" finds Consequence and Kid Cudi adorning the same pair of "crack eyes" Phife rocked in Tribe's "Jazz (We've Got)" video. The singular deviation here are the multi-colored filters Cordero used to enhance each...

nOvaMatic | 03/19/2009 at 1:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Leela James Next Week!

Way back in September 2008 we teamed up with the fantastic people at S.O.B.'s to start giving away concert tickets to selected shows at the venue. The very first show we gave tickets away to was a Leela James concert...

Butta | 03/19/2009 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

First Spin

Daniel Merriweather & Adele Are 'Water And A Flame'

We are all mostly aware of Adele's singing ability and her ability to smash on less deserved singers with an extra touch of class. You may not all be especially aware of overseas sensation Daniel Merriweather who has racked...

ill Mami | 03/19/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: This Much Is True

Seems the folks at Vogue were trying to create a shape other than round for Adele during her recent story/photoshoot. [MH]Mos Def's new disc, The Ecstatic, drops June 30th. [AHH]Legends Patti LaBelle and Kenny Gamble will receive the National Museum...

Harlem | 03/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Eric Benét Shows Some Skin In 'Chocolate Legs' Video

Now that I've picked myself up off of the floor after viewing Eric Benét's new video for the single "Chocolate Legs," I will try my best write it up. If I could only stop watching it long enough to do so,...

Butta | 03/18/2009 at 8:30 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

For The Jeeps: Supa Dupa Friends

Not for nothing, but Missy and Timbaland are one of the most missed duos in Hip Hop, right up there with Dre and Snoop. Or Puffy and Mase. (Kidding!) As we patiently wait for the return of Missy (hopefully with...

nOvaMatic | 03/18/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (16) | Permalink

Listicle

How Kanye Could Roll A Seven Into '10

It seems that Kanye West is everywhere these days. If he's not saying something bizarre, or singing off-key, or defending himself against Sway-bots, he's in the news for things that make you say hmmmm. Now is the news that Mr....

Harlem | 03/18/2009 at 4:15 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Raphael Saadiq & Keane Do Sly Justice

Recently Raphael Saadiq and Tom Chaplin, lead singer from the British rock band Keane, appeared on French television to perform the Sly and the Family Stone hit "Everyday People." Before your side eye takes a long walk off of a short...

Butta | 03/18/2009 at 3:45 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Is 2009 Gonna Turn Into The Year of Thicke?

Once upon a time in the early '00s there was a long-haired dude with big ideas about music who went by the name of Thicke and released one of the most interesting progressive R&B albums of that time, Cherry Blue...

Ro | 03/18/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Media Watch

Janelle Monaé Is Very Surprised To Be In SPIN

Janelle Monaé, super cute stage diver and avant garde darling of whatever genre of music she happens to be singing at the moment, is featured in the new issue of SPIN Magazine. She is, of course, looking stylish as usual with...

ill Mami | 03/18/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

We Don't Believe You, Jay-Z, You Need More People

Recently, my comrade nOvamatic posted an opinion piece regarding Jay-Z's thoughts on Hip Hop's effect on racism in this country, thoughts which were quite baffling, if not blatantly false. After reading, I immediately felt compelled to write my own rebuttal...

Dar | 03/18/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Public Enemy & The Roots Bring It On Jimmy Fallon

Before entering into any discussion about the video below, please understand that Flavor Fav is 50 years old. That makes Public Enemy and Fav cohort Chuck D older than you may wish to admit to yourself. Now that you are...

ill Mami | 03/18/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Do Synched Lips Sink Ships?

It's an age-old question--does lip-synching make you less of an artist? There has been instance after instance of lip-synched performances in the past; sometimes it's necessary, and sometimes it's not. Let's get some clarity on this issue, once and for...

Dar | 03/18/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Better Change It Back

Jennifer Hudson is "excited" about going on tour with Robin Thicke. [BB]Amy Winehouse plead not guilty to an assault charge she caught last year. [Y!]Kanye West finally admitted to the obvious: that he has ghost bloggers. [SR]Don't miss Eric...

Butta | 03/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'It's A Man's Man's Man's World' And Leela James Shows Us Around

This remake of James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's Man's World" is straight up with no chaser, which is the right course of action for covering anything created by The Godfather of Soul. Leela James took her straightforward approach to...

Ro | 03/17/2009 at 6:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

First Spin

Queen Latifah Returns To Hip Hop, Goes 'In' With Rhymefest

After news spread last year that Queen Latifah was making a return to Hip Hop with a new album that was supposed to drop in December, we were a little hyped here at SBHQ. Well, December came and went...

Butta | 03/17/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Selina Campbell

Not too much can be found on young British Soul singer Selina Campbell. Hopefully, this will change in her favor soon, as word of her talent is hopefully spread a bit more. Having only been penning lyrics and performing them...

ill Mami | 03/17/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

I Was There, Video SoulBounce

J*DaVeY Previews New Material In Concert

Over the past couple of weeks, J*DaVeY has brought their live show to Washington, DC, New York City, Boston, Chicago and Atlanta, and concertgoers were treated to the unexpected yet delightful debut of new music from their upcoming release. I...

Butta | 03/17/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Tona Is 'Major'

Last time I introduced everyone to my friend and collaborator Slakah the Beatchild, and now I want to put everyone up on my boy Tona. As you can see, he's very nice on the eyes, and even nicer on the...

Ayah | 03/17/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles, Video SoulBounce

Blame It On The Alcohol Or The Purple Stuff?

It was only a matter of time before the parodies of Jamie Foxx's video for "Blame It On the Alcohol" started to pop up. Here we have a twist on the original, which was ripe for parody with its random...

Butta | 03/17/2009 at 12:30 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets to Attend Sol Village Tomorrow Night!

Once again it's on for our Bouncers by way of New York City who are in for their monthly treat tomorrow night at the hot spot, S.O.B.'s. SoulBounce is giving away two pairs of tickets to Sol Village, which will...

Butta | 03/17/2009 at 12:00 PM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?

You Believe This Because You Are Rich

You wanna know what's really dragging Hip Hop down? Entitled Negroes that live in a box and have a little bit of paper and influence. We generally like Jay-Z, as he's consistently the least-embarrassing figure in modern Hip Hop, which...

nOvaMatic | 03/17/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Guilty Feet Have Got No Rhythm

Flava Flav, who just celebrated his 50th birthday, proves that you can be a catch at any age! [AHH]Kid Cudi plans to retire, presumably before explaining to any of us why we should give a damn. [XXL]Jay Leno, who inexplicably still...

nOvaMatic | 03/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

When Jazmine Sullivan Made A 'Home' Video

You ever wonder what it would be like to hear Jazmine Sullivan cover a classic? Well, wonder no more. Through the magic of technology and the endurance of home video (in this case, East Hill Video), we have evidence that...

Harlem | 03/16/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

First Spin

Ashanti Wants To Give You 'The World'

Well, well, well. Look who's back! Ashanti, who lately was becoming known more for dating Nelly and her weight gain (shame on you, tabloids!), has a new single. "The World" finds Ashanti shouting everyone out, from the East Coast with reggae-inspired...

ill Mami | 03/16/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

First Spin, Kicks & Giggles

8-Bit Hip Hop Mashup: Jay-Z vs. Mario, T.I. vs. Zelda

What do you get when you cross old-school Nintendo 8-bit sound with hits from Jay-Z, T.I., and Kanye West? One of the most inventive, hilarious, and nostalgic mixes of recent memory. Producer Tugboat of the Mad Decent crew really goes...

Ro | 03/16/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Get It 'Up' With 88-Keys & Kanye West

With a title like "Stay Up (Viagra)," the video for the song by 88-Keys and Kanye West could have gone in so many trifling directions, but instead we get an amusing and watchable clip from the two rappers. Keys and...

Butta | 03/16/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

John Forte Is 'Runnin' Up That Hill'

Proving that he's back in the Hip Hop game for real, John Forte has a new track and accompanying video now available for our consumption. "Runnin' Up That Hill" samples the Kate Bush song of the same name and my...

Butta | 03/16/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

We Hear

Solange Knowles Is Responsible For The Entire '60s!

For anyone that's been sleeping under a rock for the past several months, Solange is an innovator. If not for her, so many R&B and Soul artists wouldn't be referencing the '60s in their sound and imagery. She recently took...

nOvaMatic | 03/16/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (17) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Have Talent, Won't Travel

Those of you old enough to remember when "urban" radio reflected music that people in surrounding urban areas wanted to hear as opposed to what was dictated to them may recall, there used to exist a wonderful melange of music...

ill Mami | 03/16/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Do You Really Want To Make Me Cry?

Classic Hip Hop documentary Style Wars will include unseen footage for those of you who need to catch up on the 1983 Cazal collection. [HHDX]Elvis Presley overrated? Why, yes. [PASTE]Michael Jackson's sold-out shows will soon be even more sold...

ill Mami | 03/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Soul Cynic, Soul Fashioned

Kanye West Does Not Care About Poor People

By now, most of you have seen at least one of the sneakers Kanye West has designed for Louis Vuitton. Now we have the news of other items in the product line, along with pricing information. What immediately comes to...

Dar | 03/13/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Maxwell Pens Passionate Letter To Fans, Implores You To Buy Prince & Sade

One of the last few times we mentioned Maxwell on Soulbounce, we were a bit, howdoyousay, irritated. While we were in no way able to predict the economic downturn that this country has found itself in, we were amazed at the...

ill Mami | 03/13/2009 at 1:45 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

The Roots' Day Job Won't Stop Them From Touring

Even though the newness of Late Night With Jimmy Fallon hasn't worn off, The Legendary Roots Crew have already gotten the itch to tour again. Okayplayer announced the April dates for the tour and for special events hosted by ?uestlove....

Ro | 03/13/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Take. You. Higher.

Pseudo-rapper Joaquin Phoenix got into a tiff with a heckler while he was performing in Miami. [MTV]Former Xscape singer Kandi Burruss, now of Real Housewives of Atlanta fame, defends her ex's reputation, says he isn't deadbeat. [SR]Is Diddy's twitter >...

Ro | 03/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

I Was There, Video SoulBounce

When Alice Russell Shows Up, She Shows Out

A few weeks ago we hipped you to the fact that Alice Russell would be touring the US during the month of March. Alice's tour is well underway after kicking off in Washington, DC at Liv last Thursday night and...

Butta | 03/12/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Soulful Solicitation: Dwele Hopes You'll Subscribe

This is probably one of the most interesting and involved YouTube promotional devices employed by an artist. What Dwele is going to do is make a video for every one of the interludes from his album Sketches Of A Man...

Ro | 03/12/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

First Spin

King Britt Remixes Some Classics For Your Consumption

When you're as prolific and respected a DJ as King Britt is, you're constantly in work mode. What a life he must lead, constantly traveling to far-flung regions of the globe, discovering new artists, and being asked to do remixes...

ill Mami | 03/12/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles, Soul Fashioned

Apparel Bizarre

When we first learned that Prince worked out an exclusive distribution deal with Target, we had no idea it would inspire this much Photoshop foolery. This comes to us via a tweet heard 'round the world last night. We're not...

nOvaMatic | 03/12/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (16) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Study War No More

So I watched Watchmen the other night. I have to say, I was a little disappointed. I think I expected a true superhero movie and didn't get what I wanted at least until closer to the end. The plot...

Ayah | 03/12/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Why Chrisette Michele's 'Epiphany' Video Is Worth A Few Thoughts

Back in January, we let you know how we felt about the new Chrisette Michele track, "Epiphany." All of you were pretty much split on it, with some even wondering if what we heard was the finished product. Well, now...

Harlem | 03/12/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

First Spin

Blu & Miss Jack Davey 'Feel' You Too, Baby

Remember way back in the day when it was truly possible for a rapper to show his softer side? And it drove the ladies absolutely wild? After LL Cool J's "I Need Love," came Slick Rick's "Teenage Love," Heavy D...

ill Mami | 03/12/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Hit 'Em Wit' The Hee

BET's 106 & Park will be airing a special two-hour episode tonight, speaking out on teen abuse. [VIBE]Ellen DeGeneres hit Diddy over the head about his decision to let Chrianna stay at his crib. [MITV]En Vogue is back, covering Jet...

Harlem | 03/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin, Jazzy Ways

Are Soil & 'Pimp' Sessions 'Rejects'?

The answer unequivocally is absolutely not. As if we haven't dropped enough hints that Soil & "Pimp" Sessions is a band whose music you want, nay, need to get your hands on, now comes their second single "Satsuriku Rejects." Think...

ill Mami | 03/11/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

'Do Thangs' With Afro Classics

After first collaborating a decade ago, LA based Afro Classics MCs Scarub and Very are something like a fine wine: they age nicely. The eight year gap between MCs Scarub and Very's first album and The Classic EP (which drops...

Ro | 03/11/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Art & Soul

LA Visual Artist Finds Inspiration In Soul Sistas 'After Midnight'

Los Angeles visual artist Steven Lopez's two passions, art and music, have been combined to create his "After Midnight" series. Featuring bright and bold portraits of icons such as Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Minnie Riperton and Sade, as...

ill Mami | 03/11/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

First Spin

Oddisee Is Making Hip Hop 'Cool Again'

We've said many times off-site that Oddisee should be famous, as he's one of if not the most capable MC/producers in the DMV. His mixtapes are highly coveted throughout the virtual realm, and he's steadily amassing a flawless resumé by...

nOvaMatic | 03/11/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Bounce Back

Al B. Sure! Has Found A New 'Home' At Hidden Beach

Although he hasn't released any new music since the early '90s, Al B. Sure! has stayed on his grind. He's been busy as a radio DJ for the majority of that time, he was last seen on MTV's Rock the...

Butta | 03/11/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (19) | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Where In The World Is Missy Elliott?

The last time SoulBounce heard from Missy Elliott, she was guesting alongside Ne-Yo on one hell of a Busta Rhymes' track (hell being the operative word). Apart from that, Elliott's own Block Party LP was originally supposed to come out...

Dar | 03/11/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

House of Soul

Return To Karizma's 'Mind'

After the mastery of 2007's A Mind Of Its Own, producer Karizma is set to return with A Mind Of Its Own Pt. 2. Based in Baltimore, Karizma is mostly known for his aggressive House tracks, but as excerpted below,...

nOvaMatic | 03/11/2009 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Got So Many Things On My Mind

Prince will be doing it up big in LA to coincide with the release of LotusFlow3r on March 24th. [TLA]Isn't it ironic that Lil Kim made her debut on Dancing With the Stars on the anniversary of Biggie's death? If...

Butta | 03/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Soul On Film

'This Is The Life' Is Finally Seeing The Light Of Day

Since we told you all about This Is The Life, a documentary directed by Ava Du Vernay, word has come that after touring several festival circuits, this look at Hip Hop in early '90s Los Angeles is now ready for...

ill Mami | 03/10/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Sheila E. Rides 'Glorious Train' To Country Victory

Sheila E. has gone from "Glamorous Life" to "Glorious Train" right before our eyes. Well, maybe not literally in front of our eyes, since most of us probably didn't see the artist who formerly worked with Prince won the Season...

Harlem | 03/10/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

'Spring Mix' From Flwrpt Makes Us Wish That It Was April Already

Springtime cannot come soon enough. And what better to cut through these waning winter months than a mix that sets the mood for the increased sunshine and warmth of the coming months than a mix dedicated to spring? "Spring Mix"...

Ro | 03/10/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Is Thru-You The New Wave Of Sampling?

As postulated yesterday, Hip Hop's need to create new music without relying on sometimes expensive samples has hopefully fostered a creativity that we haven't seen since the days of "yes, yes, y'all." But let's be real, Hip Hop has influenced...

ill Mami | 03/10/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

This Nat King Cole Video Is 'Lush' Indeed

And way too short, I might add. Since we hipped you all to Re:Generations, the Nat King Cole concept album that is a wonderful compilation of modern-day artists reinterpreting his work, I have been in eager anticipation of this day....

ill Mami | 03/10/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Got What You Want

This is what happens when you ask Lil' Kim about her plastic surgery. [CC]"12 Reasons We'll Always Love Big Poppa." [VIBE]YouTube + the UK = FAIL. [BBC]The Roots owned at Highland. [FM]ICYMI: Oprah has some advice for Rihanna. [MI]...

nOvaMatic | 03/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jazmine Sullivan's Short Film Is 'Another' Step In The Right Direction

OK, I think now we can all breathe a bit easier. After last week's debacle that was passed off as a high concept music video (the second in a series, actually), Jazmine Sullivan's team is finally back on track with...

Harlem | 03/09/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets to See Ryan Leslie This Wednesday!

March is roaring in like a lion for NYC music lovers. Ryan Leslie is performing a two-night stand at S.O.B.'s this week--but there's bad news and good news. The bad news is that both shows are already sold out. The...

Butta | 03/09/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Industry & Culture

A Sampling Of Hip Hop's Changing Times

Sampling has long been a debated aspect of Hip Hop, since many of the genre's detractors use sampling to discredit the music. To make the point that Hip Hop producers are creatively bankrupt and unoriginal they would point out the...

nOvaMatic | 03/09/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Soul On Film, Video SoulBounce

Big Daddy Kane Documentary Coming Soon

If you really want to know my opinion on the prospect of a Big Daddy Kane documentary, I will unequivocally say that it is long overdue. The "Smooth Operator" still has not found himself without the adoration of fans, and...

ill Mami | 03/09/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Free Music, Releases

Rich Medina & Bobbito Explore Their Roots In 'The Connection'

Best friends and accomplished DJs Rich Medina and Bobbito Garcia are well-known amongst those who appreciate good vibes, good times, and great music. For those of you uninitiated to their classic Afro-Beat and Afro-Latin shindigs, now you have no excuse...

ill Mami | 03/09/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Aceyalone Reminds Us Of 'The Way It Was'

Even though the song itself is riding last year's retro wave, Aceyalone's "The Way It Was" featuring Bionik is a reminder of why the trend still stands. One of the strongest aspects of the video is that it's saturated in...

Ro | 03/09/2009 at 11:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: What About You? What About Me?

We're guessing Coolio did not get the memo that crack is so very wack. [HHDX]Auteur D-Nice reveals yet another interesting portrait about a homeless emcee. [DNB]In anticipation of his new album, Raekwon recently premiered his new documentary at a Los...

ill Mami | 03/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

HipHop/SoulBounce: His Soulful Materials

The blend we present to you today is all about Soul samples. They've remained popular in Hip Hop for a reason--however they're reversed, sped-up, slowed-down, flipped, tweaked, or outright jacked--they provide a depth and texture. They also serve as a point of entry or discovery...

nOvaMatic | 03/06/2009 at 4:30 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

GB's Reinterpretations Are Resplendent

For those of you who are unaware of Los Angeles producer GB a/k/a Gifted & Blessed, then let this be your formal introduction. For those of you who copped the wonderful Soundtrack for Sunrise featuring Steve Spacek, A Race of Angels...

ill Mami | 03/06/2009 at 3:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Iyadede

Brooklyn transplant Iyadede has a type of sound that, while has been gaining in popularity over the past few years, is a sound all her own. The native Rwandan can count fleeing to Belgium from her home country's genocide as...

ill Mami | 03/06/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

First Spin

Feel the 'Heartbeat' of Neon Collars

About thirty seconds into this track when a pulsing synthesized tone begins swell over the soft, reversed chants of Neon Collars lead vocalist Franchelle Lucas, "Heartbeat" becomes totally magnetic. In fact, it's difficult not to be drawn in completely. Somehow...

Ro | 03/06/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: This Is An Emergency

In a flurry of inaudible whispers, Michael Jackson announced "This Is It." [CL]And in keeping with eccentric foolery, check out this hi-jinks filled interview with Nivea. [RO]More horrifying details about the alleged abuse Rihanna underwent were made public yesterday....

Ro | 03/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

Ghostface Killah Speaks Our Minds With His 'Message'

Not too long ago, we were criticized for not devoting enough attention to the Chris Brown-Rihanna debacle. To be honest, we are all adults, and despite the reports that were updated hourly, it seemed most prudent to let the legal...

ill Mami | 03/05/2009 at 5:15 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Bounce Back, First Spin

Bounce Back: Christopher Williams

After hitting the music scene with such promise in 1989 with his debut album, Adventures In Paradise, Christopher Williams was thought by many to be the second coming of Teddy Pendergrass with his gruff vocal stylings and movie star...

Butta | 03/05/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Events, Free Music, Video SoulBounce

Get Ready For J*DaVeY's Bright Bouncy Fun At AMP Fest

Atlanta, you sure are in for a treat. Not only is the Arts Music People Festival a/k/a AMP Fest set to jump off March 14th showcasing the amazing talents of J*DaVeY, Brittany Bosco, and Doll Daze but this animated promotional...

ill Mami | 03/05/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Soul Fashioned

Esperanza Spalding, Ayo & Others Strike A Pose, Sing Some Songs For Banana Republic

Clothing retailer Banana Republic has enlisted a who's who of up-and-coming musical artists for their Spring 2009 City Stories campaign. No, they didn't go the typical route of choosing folks like Mary J. Blige or Common, but instead they...

Butta | 03/05/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Reality Or Fiction?

Since I spent much of last night watching TV, I'm going to talk about my favorite shows today. ...

Ayah | 03/05/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Get Into 'Science Fiction' With The Mighty Underdogs

This music video is so referential that any one of the following would have fit into The Mighty Underdogs' interplanetary mindscape just fine: George Clinton (including the whole of Parliament Funk), Afrika Bambaataa, and Missy Elliot. There is so much,...

Ro | 03/05/2009 at 12:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways

SoulBouncers: Win the 'Cadillac Records' DVD & Soundtrack!

If you loved the film Cadillac Records, then you're going to love our next giveaway. In honor of the March 10th release of the Cadillac Records DVD, SoulBounce in association with Sony Music Home Entertainment and Sony BMG Music Entertainment...

Butta | 03/05/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin

Muhsinah's Talent Shines 'From Here' To There

Whether you agreed with our choice to name Muhsinah SoulBounce's "Woman of The Year," the one thing everyone can agree on is that this talented chanteuse is back in 2009 with more goodies for your listening pleasure. Her albums thus...

ill Mami | 03/05/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Out Of My Life

According to a British biographer, Michael Jackson has a stack of songs that will be released upon his death. [CNA]Extreme Music, the worldwide production arm of Sony/ATV Records, has signed Rodney Jerkins to executive produce nine albums in over the...

Harlem | 03/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Download Amanda Diva's FreEP 'Spandex, Rhymes & Soul'

It's no secret that we're on Team Amanda Diva here at SoulBounce. As such a dynamic and talented individual, how could we not ride hard for this sista? Today marked the official release date for her "freEP" Spandex, Rhymes...

Butta | 03/04/2009 at 5:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Soul Fashioned

Glamour Reimagines Female Icons For Women's History Month

Glamour magazine, my favorite go-to publication for looking at fashion faux pas and the black boxes that cover their eyes, has managed to get some of Hollywood's hottest talent to pose as some of this country's most iconic women. Paula...

ill Mami | 03/04/2009 at 3:15 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jazmine Sullivan Dreams A Little Too 'Big' In This Clip

Like "Lions, Tigers & Bears," Jazmine Sullivan's clip for "Dream Big" is green-screened within an inch of its life. For a girl with this much beauty and natural talent, these over-the-top videos are unnecessary. We certainly don't bemoan the concept...

nOvaMatic | 03/04/2009 at 1:30 PM | Comments (15) | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways

SoulBouncers: Win Lisa Shaw's New CD 'Free'

Any house music fan worth a soul clap is surely waiting with baited breath for the release of Lisa Shaw's new CD, Free, next Tuesday. As well they should, because this is so far one of my favorite albums of...

Butta | 03/04/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

DJ King Flow Is Musically Wise Beyond HIs Years

The internet and especially YouTube abounds with tales of precocious adolescents who are seen making beats, some good, some not, on equipment that many of us older heads wish that we would have had access to growing up. Add to...

ill Mami | 03/04/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: It's Floetic

Mary Mary's new video for "God In Me" looks like it's going to be a star-studded affair. [CL]What's Beef? R&B Chick edition starring Keri Hilson. [TSS]Kanye West's Nike shoe, the Air Yeezy, is almost here. Yay. [WH]Check out a...

Butta | 03/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Musiq Soulchild's New Video Is 'SoBeautiful'

Musiq Soulchild returns with a lot of people's favorite track from OnMyRadio, the ballad "SoBeautiful." In his songs and videos, Musiq always finds inventive and romantic ways in which to woo the opposite sex. "SoBeautiful" is no exception, as we...

Dar | 03/03/2009 at 6:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin

Georgia Anne Muldrow Shows Them How It's Done On 'Ms. One'

Some time ago, say a little over a year ago, your lovingly critical editors at SoulBounce were in the midst of being enraptured by a certain Ms. E. Badu and her tales from New Amerykah Part One. While there is...

ill Mami | 03/03/2009 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Lloyd 'Can't Wait' (To Steal Michael Jackson's Crown)

I know that Lloyd with all is tattoos, cornrows, baby hair and love from the teeny bopper set isn't normal SoulBounce fare, but it's already been established that he's a guilty pleasure of ours here at SBHQ. And with...

Butta | 03/03/2009 at 3:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Industry & Culture, Video SoulBounce

Black Milk & Nicolay Discuss Their Craft

As any faithful reader of this site knows, I'm always on deck when it comes to Black Milk and Nicolay, two producers that made the biggest impression on me the past couple of years. It's always cool to revisit the...

nOvaMatic | 03/03/2009 at 2:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Artist Blogs, Hot Like Ayah

Hot Like Ayah: Call & Response

Hello all! I've been wanting to put this out there for a while now, but if anyone has a question, comment, or concern about anything from music, being an independent artist, a woman, a human, a partner in a relationship--anything--please feel...

Ayah | 03/03/2009 at 1:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Stevie Wonder Is 'Live At Last'

As one of the many who were able to see him live on his A Wonder's Summer Night Tour that brought joy to the masses last summer, I can fully attest to the brilliance of Stevie Wonder live. But when...

Ro | 03/03/2009 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

Amel Larrieux Has Us Feeling The 'Glow'

As I write this, I've listened to this track about seven times in a row. That's how hot Amel Larrieux's "Orange Glow" is. In fact, it's so hot I couldn't bare to post the entire track. You cats need to...

nOvaMatic | 03/03/2009 at 11:00 AM | Comments (15) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Keep On Moving, Don't Stop

*Sigh* Do people ever get tired of writing about Janet's weight? [RO]According to this hilarious study, music by Lil' Wayne, T.I. and Beyoncé are consumed mostly by kids with low IQs. [PFO]Prince is releasing a 3-disc set exclusively through Targét...

nOvaMatic | 03/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink