Archive » January 2011

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Events

Celebrate The Evolution Of Hip-Hop With The GRAMMY Foundation At 'Word Revolution'

The 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards is fast approaching, with music's biggest night happening on Sunday, February 13th. SoulBounce will be live and on location reporting on all the festivities with live updates via Twitter (make sure to follow us now...

Butta | 01/31/2011 at 8:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube

Go 'Way Black When' With TV One

TV One, home of our favorite television series UnSung, is getting a jump on Black History Month with the premiere of their new talk show, Way Black When, tonight at 10 pm EST. Starting with a three-week run, Way Black...

Butta | 01/31/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Cee-Lo's Short Trailer For 'Bodies' Has Us Wanting More

Here's where I start off sounding like a curmudgeon: I didn't love Cee-Lo's The Lady Killer album. Sorry. But I sure did gush all over the Stray Bullets mixtape. I don't usually pay much attention to video trailers because they rank...

ill Mami | 01/31/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Video SoulBounce

Nakia Henry's 'Love Letter' Is A 'Win'

After years of bubbling under the radar with live performances around NYC, performer Nakia Henry is finally garnering the attention she deserves with the release of her dope video for "Love Letter (He Wants Me to Win)." Though I've been...

Ivory | 01/31/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Sample What James Blake Has To Offer

I'm sure just about everyone is familiar with the name James Blake by now. His self-titled debut album is set to drop next week, and after the success of first single, "Limit To Your Love," the hype machine has been in...

SoulUK | 01/31/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube

Tune In To BET To See Eric Roberson Tonight & Darien Tomorrow

For me to string the words tune, in, to, and BET together in a sentence, you know that it must be a special occasion. Well, make that two special occasions, because this week two of our SoulBounce faves will make...

Butta | 01/31/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Eric Benét Makes Us 'Cry' Tears Of Joy On Wendy Williams

I have always been an Eric Benét fan even if in recent years I have sometimes found that too many of his slow jams sound alike to me. It was for that reason that I wasn't absolutely head-over-heels in love...

ill Mami | 01/31/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Adele's '21' Is The Perfect Number

Following the staggering success of her debut album, it was always going to be difficult for Adele to live up to expectations when it came to releasing her follow up project. After all, 19 has sold nearly three million copies...

SoulUK | 01/31/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Will You Go Out Of Your 'Way' To Listen To This Bobby Brown Track?

The last time I checked, Bobby Brown still wasn't the "King of R&B" any more than he was back when then-wife and partner in crime Whitney Houston declared it so way back when. I've always had a soft spot in...

ill Mami | 01/31/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Let's Don't Wait Til The Water Runs Dry

"Project TLC," a new campaign to have the group who are celebrating 20 years of making music together perform at this year's Essence Festival, is now underway. [RRNBR]Nicki Minaj added a verse to Lonely Island's "The Creep" that debuted on...

ill Mami | 01/31/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

B. Scott Goes Deep With Chaka Khan

Multimedia maven B. Scott recently sat down with Chaka Khan for a very revealing and fun interview. Most times when a superstar on Chaka's level is interviewed, it's all stuffy and by the book, but Khan let her guard down with B....

Butta | 01/28/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

We'll 'Take' Whatever We Can Get From Jazmine Sullivan

Just a few weeks ago when news of Jazmine Sullivan's early retirement hit the net, I almost had a cow. Luckily for me and other fans, she retracted her rant, deciding instead to take a break to regroup. While she...

Butta | 01/28/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Timbaland Invites You Inside His 'Lil' Apartment'

Well, it was good mediocre while it lasted. Super producer Timbaland hinted via his Twitter that his much-hyped Timbaland Thursdays free music series may be coming to a premature end. He tweeted, "I know some of y'all been askin about...

ChrisAlexander | 01/28/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

Gladys Horton (1945-2011)

Gladys Horton, Marvelettes Lead Singer, Is Dead [NYT] The Marvelettes [Wiki] [Gladys Horton pictured on right.]...

Ro | 01/28/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Shake It Like A Polaroid Picture

Every insane opportunist is news now: Some lady is suing Diddy for 100 BILLION dollars. [RO]Nicki Minaj and Drake have a new video out. [JJ]You know who's all about the music again? Chris Brown. [ABC]Speaking of opportunists, Ozzy Osbourne will...

Ro | 01/28/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Atlanta Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Bilal In Concert!

This Valentine's Day in Atlanta love won't be the only thing in the air. If you happen to be at Center Stage Theater that night, then the sounds of Bilal will be caressing your ear canal. The eclectic soul man will be...

Butta | 01/27/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ben Westbeech 'Slowly' Slays Us Acoustically

So maybe we've been stanning Ben Westbeech extra hard ever since we caught wind of "Slowly" one week ago. And perhaps a certain someone who happens to be writing these words right now has been audibly stalking this song with...

ill Mami | 01/27/2011 at 5:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Conya Doss Gives Us Her 'All'

With so much good music having been released in the last year, the vast majority of tunes received a few spins, but with my inbox looking like an episode of Music Hoarders, it was quickly on to the next one....

Butta | 01/27/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, I'm Mad

Raheem DeVaughn's 'Wet' Is Not The First Time He's Left Us Dry

So it looks as if Raheem DeVaughn has jumped on the bandwagon, alongside Kanye, Swizz Beatz, and Timbaland, and started releasing free music on a given day of the week; in Raheem's case it's "#RadioRaheemWednesday's." The track he chose to release...

SoulUK | 01/27/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ghostface Killah Isn't Bringing Us '2Getha' With This 'Baby'

Listen, Ghostface. You know I love you long time and like cooked food. That being said, this video for your new single from Apollo Kids, "2Getha Baby," a song I gushed over, is woefully lacking. I wholly understand that you...

ill Mami | 01/27/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Soul On Film, Video SoulBounce

'Beats, Rhymes & Life' Sundance Premiere Ends With Much Emotion

It's taken me a long time to actually want to sit down and write anything about the Beats, Rhymes & Life A Tribe Called Quest documentary that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival this past weekend. This is mainly because,...

ill Mami | 01/27/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Wiz Khalifa Names His Album After Something Weed Related, No One Is Surprised

In a move about as shocking as revelations that news of Mary J. Blige's admission to Howard University was the opposite of true, proud puffer Wiz Khalifa has revealed that his forthcoming major label debut will be titled Rolling Papers....

ChrisAlexander | 01/27/2011 at 1:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Don't Let This J.Cole & B.o.B 'Pass' You 'By'

While it's easy to compare new rappers to legends, one could imagine that this first collaboration between North Carolina's J.Cole and ATL's B.o.B could be a preview of hip hop's next Jay-Z and Andre 3000. In "Pass Me By," which...

FiveMikes | 01/27/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Electric Wire Hustle Do It 'Again' With This Scratch22 Remix

Electric Wire Hustle's debut album is still in constant rotation almost two years after adding it to my collection. Their take on hip-hop infused soul music is fresh yet timeless, and it's exciting to see its members branching out and...

SoulUK | 01/27/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Soul On Film

Jay-Z & Will Smith Join Forces Like Voltron To Form Film Production Company

This is pretty epic. Capitalizing off of the success of the Broadway musical FELA! (which garnered seven Tony Awards nominations before ending its run on the Great White Way) and the unavoidable magnetism and building momentum behind pop tart Willow...

ChrisAlexander | 01/27/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: There Goes An Eargasm

Many have tried, but "Ain't Nobody" like Rufus & Chaka Khan. [AOAAD]Lady Gaga's new perfume will reportedly smell like blood and semen. Might as well throw vomit in there, too, because that's what it will make you want to do....

Butta | 01/27/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

This Bilal Video Is On Some Different 'Levels'

Earlier in the week, Bilal's latest video for the song "Levels" premiered online starring Erykah Badu, Shafiq Husayn, and Thundercat and lensed by Flying Lotus in his directorial debut. The video is interesting to say the least. I'm clearly not...

Butta | 01/26/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Is Jacob Latimore The Next Young Singer To 'Like'?

If Usher and Chris Brown had a love child, it might be Jacob Latimore. He's no relation to those two singers, but at 14 he is following in their footsteps trying to be the next in a long line of...

Butta | 01/26/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Pause For A Cause

BIG K.R.I.T. & Grillade 'Wuz Here'

With each passing day of this week, The Wuz Here Sessions, the collaboration between Grillade and BIG K.R.I.T. keeps creeping into my world. The four-track EP, presented by Yours Truly, is a labor of love between the soulful outfit and...

ill Mami | 01/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Freddie Joachim Twists Little Dragon's 'Twice'

Although most content on the internet can truly be said to be of no educative or enriching value, most of the music found on the internet seems to reach to new depths of depravity. Think of all the countless remixes...

ill Mami | 01/26/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

National TV France Documents The Greatness of Stones Throw

I have been a fan of Stones Throw Records for quite some time now, back when Napster was the main hub for music file sharing and back when I actually still used the tapedeck that was in my car. Very...

ill Mami | 01/26/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Adele Shows Why '21' Is The 'Only' Album We Should Be Talking About

This week saw the much anticipated release of Adele's sophomore album 21. I've listened to the album in full (review coming soon) and while it is a bit of a departure from her debut, think less "cheeky," more "serious," it...

SoulUK | 01/26/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Your Day Will Be Better 'If U Only' Listen To This Chester Gregory Song

I was lucky enough to see the national tour of Dreamgirls when the show stopped here in Los Angeles in 2009. Aside from Adrienne Warren's "Lorell" undeniable upstaging of American Idol finalist Syesha Mercado's "Deena," the play's clear standout was...

ChrisAlexander | 01/26/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

The Floacist Sets Temperatures Rising With 'Let Me'

First off let me add a disclaimer: This video is probably NSFW. With that said, when the teaser for The Floacist's "Let Me" dropped a few weeks back I'm sure it raised a few eyebrows. Although only giving us a glimpse...

SoulUK | 01/26/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Ain't Nobody Dope As Me

During a Ustream session with fans, Jennifer Hudson spoke on persistent Illuminati rumors, calling accusations "ignorant" and "offensive." [TRU]Janelle Monáe tipped on the tightrope alongside Beth Ditto, Mark Ronson, and Boy George at Etam's lingerie show during Paris Fashion Week....

ChrisAlexander | 01/26/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

DMV Bouncers: Party With Questlove To Celebrate His 40th Birthday

Questlove may have celebrated his actual birthday on January 20th, but a week later and the party is far from over. And how could it be? You only turn 40 once, and he's making the most out of his time...

Butta | 01/25/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

No Plan B & The Family Stand Give Us A Fresh Take On Coltrane's 'Naima'

John Coltrane's "Naima," a ballad dedicated to his then wife Juanita Naima Grubbs, is one of his most famous compositions that has gone on to become somewhat of a jazz standard. Coltrane himself recorded several versions and released it on...

SoulUK | 01/25/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Get Into 'Bed' With Isaac Aesili

I came across vocalist and producer Isaac Aesili last summer, while on a mission to discover all the soulful gems that New Zealand had to offer. Spurned on by the likes of Electric Wire Hustle and Fat Freddy's Drop, I...

SoulUK | 01/25/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, First Spin, Pause For A Cause

Q Parker Gives Us An Eyeful With His Fitness Calendar & An Earful With 'Cupid' Remake

When 112 first popped up on the scene in the late '90s, I was an instant fan of their music. However, unlike many of my girls, their physical form was a bit less impressive to me. Sure, their faces were...

Ivory | 01/25/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Feel The Heat Of Stevie Wonder's 'Hotter Than July' Documentary

Let me just preface this post by stating this: below is a nearly hour-long BBC documentary of Stevie Wonder's 1980-1981 US Tour that originally aired in 1981. Oh. Em. Gee. Not only does this documentary feature one of my favorite...

ill Mami | 01/25/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Jennifer Hudson Is Wondering 'Where You At'

If you're anything like me, you are all types of sick of Jennifer Hudson's Weight Watchers' commercials. As much as I love her voice and am happy for her outstanding weight loss, hearing her scream "IT'S A NEW DAYYYY!!!!!!" every...

Ivory | 01/25/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Jonsein' Adds A Touch Of 'Hney' To TiRon's 'MSTRD'

Last week, the Los Angeles-based lyricist TiRon announced a remix contest, soliciting reworkings of 2010's MSTRD. Upon first listen of the original release, available for free via his Bandcamp page, the tone of his voice gave me a Kanye-like effect....

ChrisAlexander | 01/25/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

This Is 'Why' We Love Reel People

February is almost upon us and, for lovers of soulful dance floor grooves that means only one thing, we will soon be able to get our hands on Reel People Present Golden Lady. Earlier this month we brought you the...

SoulUK | 01/25/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Hush That Fuss

Miss Lawrence, the breakout star of this season of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, revealed the cover to his her single, "Closet Freak." [CL] Beyoncé is working with Diplo on her new album. That's gonna be interesting or a train...

Butta | 01/25/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Listicle

45 Artists We Can't Wait To Get New Albums From In 2011

The first month of this new year is almost over, and, musically speaking, it's started off with a whimper as far as album releases are concerned. However, the forecast for the remainder of 2011 is sunny with a chance of good records....

SoulBounce | 01/24/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Slakah The Beatchild's 'Forever' Sure Is 'Something'

If you've been sleeping on our coverage of him and need to step your Slakah the Beatchild game up, then you can play catch up with his latest, Something Forever, which is available on BBE today. Kudos to those of you who were ahead...

ill Mami | 01/24/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Black Cloud Music Evades The Posse Cut 'Curse'

Posse cuts can be hard. Too many cooks in the kitchen can indeed spoil the soup. Alternatively, a situation can be created where instead of a more socialistic ideal where everyone's talents can shine, you end up with a Gloria...

ill Mami | 01/24/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Swizz Beatz & Musiq Soulchild Give Us Something With 'Anything'

Swizz Beatz has served up another offering in his Monster Mondays free music series (although this one dropped last Friday, so let's just pretend). Inspired by Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Friday offerings, Swizz joins fellow producer Timbaland in dropping free tunes...

ChrisAlexander | 01/24/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, First Spin

Stac Is Seeking 'More' Remixes For 'Volume Two'

Stac and the guys at Wah Wah 45s have been a busy bunch lately. They released Stac's debut album, Turn That Light Out, last summer, then they dropped a 15-track remix compilation in time for Christmas. Volume Two is being...

SoulUK | 01/24/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Yo Mama And Your Cousin, Too

Drake will soon return to his acting roots and is rumored to possibly star in thriller Arbitage with Susan Sarandon. [SAA]Ridiculously wealthy Jamiroquai frontman Jay Kay shares his ridiculously awesome home, his ridiculously stringent work ethic, and more with his...

ill Mami | 01/24/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Bow Down To G&D's 'Majesty'

There was once a time where I really dug Declaime aka Dudley Perkins. It was somewhere around the time when this video for "Exclaim The Name" was released. Though I have tried to keep up with him since then, I...

ill Mami | 01/21/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Aloe Blacc Works For His 'Dollar' On Conan

I must admit that I did not triumphantly rejoice the way some others did when Aloe Blacc's "I Need A Dollar" was released last year. To be honest, I have been over the retro Motown sound for years now, and,...

ill Mami | 01/21/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Jennifer Hudson To Give Us Something To 'Remember' On New Album

Try as I might, it's quite impossible to deny troubled singer R. Kelly's talent for writing hits. The Peed Pied Piper has penned smashes for everyone from Aaliyah to Whitney Houston to Luther Vandross, so it comes as little surprise...

ChrisAlexander | 01/21/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

This Remix Of Andreya Triana's 'Far Closer' Is A Monsta

For those of you who don't know, I stan for Andreya Triana. This lady released my favorite album of last year, the stunning Lost Where I Belong, was featured on Bonobo's amazing Black Sands, and put on two of the...

SoulUK | 01/21/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Selah Sue

Belgian singer/songwriter/musician Selah Sue, first grabbed my interest when I was introduced to her on Cee Lo Green's "Please" from The Ladykiller. Immediately, I was in awe of the soul in her voice, which was undeniable. After listening to her...

KitKat | 01/21/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

'Send It On' To Mara Hruby

OK, so we first mentioned Mara Hruby only few days ago. Good covers are good covers, though. (Free albums of covers are even better.) And successfully covering soulologist D'Angelo takes a unique type of talent. Usually those who attempt the...

Ro | 01/21/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Dip It, Pop It, Twerk It, Stop It

OnSmash is dead. Long live FreeOnSmash! [RF]Billboard's new chart will rank mostly unsigned artists who get lots of hype on the internet. [WP] Actual headline: "Clint Eastwood Will Direct Beyoncé in A Star Is Born" [NYM]Marsha Ambrosius' album, Late Nights &...

Ro | 01/21/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Talib Kweli Decodes Lyrics Upon Request

While we could all agree that Talib Kweli was pretty cool before, he has permanently removed any room for doubt by giving extreme praise for Jay-Z's Decoded, which maintains its place in the top 10 on the New York Times...

KitKat | 01/20/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Do Jennifer Lopez & Pitbull Make You Want To Get 'On The Floor'?

With the beginning of the tenth season of American Idol, on which she is a new judge, I was certain that Jennifer Lopez was too busy to do much else. So imagine my surprise when I heard her new song...

KitKat | 01/20/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Don't Get Urban Punk 'Twisted'

As quiet is kept, my favorite singer from season three of American Idol wasn't Fantasia or Jennifer Hudson, but it was the third of the "Three Divas" who had my vote on lock every week: LaToya London. I loved the...

Butta | 01/20/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Keyshia Cole Does Not 'Take' Us 'Away' On Conan

Keyshia Cole. When I think of her, sadly, the first images that come to mind are of her substance abusing clown of a mother Frankie, and her perpetually-pregnant sister, Neffie. Sure her rags-to-riches story is inspiring. Sure, girls from the...

ChrisAlexander | 01/20/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Releases, Video SoulBounce

Bibio's Sampler Is Better Than A Whitman's

Although I had never heard of Bibio aka British music producer Stephen Wilkinson until yesterday, I have done my due diligence in order to get as acquainted as I can with their entire discography. Although their song "Lover's Carvings" from Ambivalence Avenue...

ill Mami | 01/20/2011 at 2:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Cry Me A 'River': D'Angelo Offers Fans A 'Prelude'

Okay. So let me get this straight, D'Angelo. You want for me, one of your most esteemed and patient stans to jump for joy over some previously unreleased tracks to tie me and the masses over until this mythical, magical, majestic James...

ill Mami | 01/20/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

We Keep On 'Slowly' Falling For Ben Westbeech

London-based vocalist, DJ, and producer Ben Westbeech may be a familiar name thanks to his collaboration with Jazzanova on the storming "I Can See." What a lot of people don't realize, however, is that Ben also has a rather good solo...

SoulUK | 01/20/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Bilal Takes Us To New 'Levels'

"Levels" was one of my favorite tracks off Airtight's Revenge. The brooding, frantic beat was the perfect accompaniment to Bilal's dark tale, and it was certainly a far cry from his earlier work, something which seemed to divide his existing...

SoulUK | 01/20/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Come With Me, Tomorrow Ain't Guaranteed

ESSENCE and Diddy are going to salute everybody's favorite android Janelle Monáe at the 2nd annual ESSENCE Black Women in Music pre-GRAMMY event. [PRNW] Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has apparently bleached his skin and looks like a damn fool in...

Butta | 01/20/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles, Video SoulBounce

NeNe Leakes' Rant Gets 'Married' To A Wicked Beat

I would be remiss if I did not reveal what piece of music had me captivated during this past weekend. Hate on me if you want, but as a true lover of all things silly and fun, I absolutely adore...

ill Mami | 01/19/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles, The Interwebs

Tyrese Continues His Comedic Trail Of Tears On Twitter

Much like a children's birthday party that extends into the wee hours with adults and liquor, Twitter turns into a completely different entity at night, especially the entity affectionately known as Black Twitter aka Negro Twitter. Many important issues have...

ill Mami | 01/19/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Rhian Benson Returns With Something New For 'You'

For the past couple of years, we've seen numerous comebacks by soul artists who've let quite a bit of time lapse between releases. The successful returns of Maxwell, Sade, and El DeBarge immediately come to mind, and this year we'll...

Butta | 01/19/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Magnetic Man & John Legend Are 'Getting Nowhere'

Anybody that knows me knows that I'm not normally a fan of John Legend. Even though I enjoyed the music he released as John Stephens prior to his major label deal, I quickly grew weary of the lounge-singer tone his...

Ivory | 01/19/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Raphael Saadiq Is A 'Good Man'

After repeated listens of "Radio," the first single from Raphael Saadiq's upcoming Stone Rollin', I must admit I was left wanting more. Yes, he had expertly put his spin on the retro-soul formula previously, but this new radio-friendly pop/soul combo...

SoulUK | 01/19/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Events, Pause For A Cause

Detroit Bouncers: Eric Roberson Gives Back To Howard University With Benefit Performance

The winter 2011 leg of Eric Roberson's Music Fan First Tour has gotten off to a smashing start with three back-to-back-to-back sold-out shows in Atlanta and the Washington, DC area. Early February will find Erro taking his show on the...

Butta | 01/19/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Get A 'Little' Taste Of Little Dragon's Upcoming Album

I'm always on the look out for new music from Swedish alternative soul outfit Little Dragon. Their electro soul, synthesized compositions combined with Yukimi Nagano's uniquely gorgeous vocals hit the spot every time. Currently on a US tour and working...

SoulUK | 01/19/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Think I'm Jealous Of Your Girlfriend

Lauryn Hill, Wiz Khalifa, Cee-Lo Green, and Erykah Badu have been confirmed as performers at this years Coachella Music Festival. Kanye West will headline. [TRU]Lead Pussycat Doll, Nicole Scherzinger, taking a second shot at solo stardom, hopes the other girls...

ChrisAlexander | 01/19/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

100 Akres Gives Janet Jackson A New 'Beat'

As self-appointed head of the Saint Damita Jo Fan Club, I am naturally skeptical when unvetted enthusiasts take it upon themselves to remix, rework, mash-up, breathe on, or speak about Janet Jackson's music. Case in point: Ciara's remix of "Feedback."...

ChrisAlexander | 01/18/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Is This Love' That We're Feeling For Mara Hruby?

I hate when I get caught sleeping on an artist, but thankfully it's never too late to wake up. And in Mara Hruby's case, I haven't been sleeping that long; she just released her debut project, From Her Eyes, this...

Butta | 01/18/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

I Was There

Kelly Price Still Kills

You can call her a songwriter extraordinaire, producer, wife, mother, and even an R&B phenom, but I'm sure she would just rather you call her Kelly. It's been four years since Kelly Price's last studio album (2006's This Is Who...

Lisa B. | 01/18/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

'Run' Away With Mara TK

Mara TK is possibly my favorite male voice of the new soul generation. From the moment Electric Wire Hustle's "Perception" came through my speakers like a breath of fresh air, I fell in love with his silky smooth, Marvin-esque vocals....

SoulUK | 01/18/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Raekwon Reminds Us That 'Shaolin' Is Back

I'm a bit torn over Raekwon's latest "Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang." All the elements are in place: the beat dripping with violins of impending doom, a pertinent sample from a Kung Fu flick that I could never place, Raekwon's punctuated flow....

ill Mami | 01/18/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

37th State Updates Fela's Afrobeat For A New Generation

Afrobeat is a genre of music that I'm not all that familiar with. I'm sorry to say that even the music of Fela Kuti--the father of afrobeat--has passed me by. There has been renewed interest in the genre lately thanks...

SoulUK | 01/18/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Benny Tones Re-Emerges With 'Chrysalis'

Benny Tones' Chrysalis flew slightly under the radar last year, probably due to the fact that the album only received a New Zealand release. We did hip you to the album last fall, but still a lot of folks have...

SoulUK | 01/18/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Always Thinking Of You, Baby

VIBE caught up with Talib Kweli to wax poetic on Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and impact on hip-hop culture at large. [VIBE] Could it be?! An actual, true life release date for Dr. Dre's Detox album? [MI] Lady...

huny | 01/18/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ginuwine's Got Us In 'Heaven'

Maybe it's the anniversary of Aaliyah's passing that has me nostalgic for some late '90s R&B or maybe it's because I'm of that age where I just want to listen to music that garners warm and fuzzy memories of my...

ill Mami | 01/17/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Mint Condition Has Us 'Caught' Up

Twenty years after the release of their debut album, Meant to be Mint, Mint Condition is still one of the baddest bands in the land. I have loved these dudes from the minute I laid ears on "Pretty Brown Eyes,"...

Butta | 01/17/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Trackademicks Makes His Feelings About The 'State Of The Arts' Known

After dropping the gem that was "Fool On The Hill" featuring Phonte this past autumn, Trackademicks is back with the title track from his upcoming album, State Of The Arts. Armed with a tight beat and some up-front, honest lyrics...

SoulUK | 01/17/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Adele Is On 'Fire'

With only a week to go before its official release, Adele's 21 is gaining some serious momentum. The storming first single "Rolling In The Deep" has been a big hit on UK radio, and the songs "Someone Like You" and...

SoulUK | 01/17/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jessie J Does It Like A 'Dude'

Jessie J is well known as the YouTube phenomenon who went from singing in her bedroom to exploding onto the UK scene as "the one to watch" in 2011. Her talent and vocal ability are undeniable (see: her cover of...

SoulUK | 01/17/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Work The Middle

In an effort to combat music piracy, Universal & Sony Music plan to make singles available for sale once they hit the radio. Good luck with that. [GUK]Drake and J. Cole remember Aaliyah on what would have been her 32nd...

ill Mami | 01/17/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Events, Pause For A Cause

LA Bouncers: Get Down For A Good Cause & Get A Dose Of 'Soul Power!'

As we embark upon this three-day weekend, let's not forget the real reason we can be grateful for an extra day away from work. While some of us may not be able to attend any festivities commemorating Dr. Martin Luther...

ill Mami | 01/15/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Pause For A Cause

Help Ahmed Sirour To 'Shine' In This John Legend & The Roots Remix Contest

Last month we gave you a heads up about a contest from John Legend & The Roots who are seeking the best remix of their song "Shine," from the album Wake Up! and as heard in the movie Waiting For...

Butta | 01/14/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

The Mixologists

The Mixologists: DJ Jahsonic's 'Axel F'

To many misguided artists and producers, their notion of the '80s too often involves something resembling angry robots and errant laser beams. For those of us who know better and were there, the '80s were much more than this. Thankfully...

ill Mami | 01/14/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

J*DaVeY Catches Some Of Nirvana's 'Teen Spirit'

Yesterday was not a great day for me. First, I woke up and read that Sarah Palin somehow wobbled the earth's axis, and I may no longer be a Sagittarius. Then, I hear that Lil Kim track. And then, I...

ChrisAlexander | 01/14/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Adele Gives Us Something To 'Remember'

The more I hear from Adele's upcoming album, 21, the more I cannot wait for its January 24th street date to arrive. In my opinion, Adele is one of those rare creatures in music, someone who has huge commercial appeal...

SoulUK | 01/14/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Barry Southgate

One listen to Barry Southgate and you'll hear that he's not your average soul singer, but he's also not your average person. Currently living in Australia, Southgate is originally from South Africa, grew up in New Zealand, and is a...

Butta | 01/14/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Timbaland & Missy Sound Really 'Off'

OK, so free music is free music. We shouldn't bite the hand that feeds, we need to be thankful, etc. Timbaland Thursdays is not just a cute use of alliteration by everyone's favorite interplanetary producer circa 1998, it's his way...

Ro | 01/14/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: If I Just Say The Word

Is Eric Roberson the indie Jay-Z? [TL21]Light a candle, say a prayer, and send good thoughts Etta James' way. [PE]Apparently Michael Jackson was trying to get a doctor to give his son Blanket Propofol, which is terrible. [TMZ]UK group Reel People...

Ro | 01/14/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Chicago Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Talib Kweli In Concert!

Chicago Bouncers, b-girls, and b-boys get ready to make some noise when Talib Kweli blows through the Windy City on Friday, February 4th. Kweli and a few special guests are scheduled to appear at The Shrine, and he'll no doubt...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 7:00 PM | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Emily King & Jesse Boykins III In Concert!

New York City Bouncers, here you go making the rest of the country jealous again. No, folks are not jealous about all of the snow that you're getting this winter, but they are jealous of all these good concerts that...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Lil Kim Gives Us The 'Clap Clap'

Well, it's here. The long-awaited new single from the Delusional Barbie herself, Kimberly Jones aka Lil Kim aka Kimmy Blanco aka Cocaine Cowgirl aka Unclaimed Jumpoff Numero Uno, has floated down from heaven and made its way onto the internets....

ChrisAlexander | 01/13/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

El DeBarge & Faith Evans Sing For 'You' On 'Lopez Tonight'

Because I am old(er) and have several responsibilities, I may have made a mental note to record Lopez Tonight since discovering that El DeBarge and Faith Evans would be performing their hit "Lay With You" last night, but I seemed...

ill Mami | 01/13/2011 at 3:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Mixtape Roundup

Take A Voyage To 'The Arnhelmland Galaxy' With This Jamiroquai Mixtape

Jamiroquai fans, this one is for you. The same week that their new video surfaced that has gotten many of us crunk to see them live, we now get a new mixtape to sink our teeth into. Mixed by French...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Opolopo Brings Back Those '80s 'Feelings'

First we had the '60s/'70s retro soul revival, which is still going strong, and now it seems that the '80s is the go-to decade for inspiration. Many artists, most notably Dam-Funk, are mining the synth-heavy, boogie-funk sound and updating it...

SoulUK | 01/13/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Seinabo Sey

Twenty-year-old Swedish vocalist Seinabo Sey has been bubbling along under the radar for the last year or so, but hopefully that should all change in 2011. One half of the duo Def Chronic (alongside producer Frank Nobel aka Frankstrumentales) and...

SoulUK | 01/13/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

The Floacist Shows Some Skin In 'Let Me' Sneak Peek

If you have The Floacist's solo debut Floetic Soul in your possession--and you should if you know what's good for you--then you already know that it's one of the most sensual records to be released in the past year. The...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Tell Me Goodnight's Not Enough For You

Aretha Franklin called into The Wendy Williams Show to share news that her health is "superb" and she's heading to the beach. [E!]Symbolyc One has put in some work on the new Beyoncé album. [RR]Only Kanye West would rock a...

Butta | 01/13/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To Attend January's Sol Village!

New York City Bouncers, get ready for the return of Sol Village at S.O.B.'s next week. After taking a little break in December, Sol Village is back in full effect on Wednesday, January 19th with a full lineup of hot...

Butta | 01/12/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jamiroquai Throws Us A 'Lifeline'

I've said before that high on my bucket list is seeing Jamiroquai live in concert, and after seeing their new video for the song "Lifeline" that wish has shot to the number one spot with a bullet. Shot entirely in...

Butta | 01/12/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Heavy D & Anthony Hamilton 'Can't' Do Any Wrong

Aside from seeing that he isn't actually that heavy any more, I haven't heard much from the formerly overweight lover Heavy D in a while. The name alone evokes memories from childhood, and I remember busting a sweat in the...

ChrisAlexander | 01/12/2011 at 4:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

J-Live Has 'No Time To Waste'

Imagine my surprise when my inbox was graced with this track. All my mind was able to register was "J-Live...produced by Diamond D" before I started furiously clicking on my mouse to get that goodness into my brain as quickly...

ill Mami | 01/12/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Get 'Down' To Some New Emily King

I'm not sure why exactly, but Emily King's debut album East Side Story completely passed me by. I heard nothing but praise from blogs and fellow music heads, but it never quite made it into my collection. However, I will...

SoulUK | 01/12/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Schoolboy Q & Alori Joh Make This Track Feel Like A 'Phenomenon'

The Black Hippy outfit continues to spawn more solo projects like a flower ejects spores, and Schoolboy Q's "Phenomenon" featuring SoulBounce fave Alori Joh is the next artist in line. The concept, the old "I'm on my grind, I'm better...

ill Mami | 01/12/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Do You 'Love' This Tyrese Cover?

When Tyrese isn't staring pensively off into the distance, he can usually be found misspelling words to hilarious effect on Twitter or tweeting new tracks such as this cover of Teddy Pendergrass' "Somebody Loves You Back." Before we all collectively...

ill Mami | 01/12/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Luna Angel

There doesn't seem to be a great deal of information floating around about vocalist Luna Angel. Sure she has the standard MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter pages, but content is a little thin on the ground. Usually this makes me skip...

SoulUK | 01/12/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Jose James & Flying Lotus Give Us A Dose Of 'Vicadin'

Jose James certainly had a very busy 2010. In addition to releasing one of my favorite albums from last year, Blackmagic, he also found time to release the Jef Neve collaboration For All We Know, as well as tour the...

SoulUK | 01/12/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Know How To Hold Me Just Right

While Nicki Minaj was busy performing and charming the masses on Ellen, LaToya Jackson Lil' Kim was casting Minaj look-a-likes for her new video. [TRU]Previously coy about exactly how much weight she has lost, Jennifer Hudson, 80 pounds lighter, discussed...

ChrisAlexander | 01/12/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Kelly Price Sets Stokley Straight On 'Not My Daddy'

When I heard that the title of Kelly Price's new single was "Not My Daddy," I feared for the worst. I don't know why, but all I could picture was a Maury situation with neck rolling and finger pointing put...

Butta | 01/11/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Video SoulBounce

We'll 'Save' Jansport J For Last

It seems as though everyone and their grandmother has a collection of beats they are pushing these days. Unfortunately, the market has become a bit too congested with mediocrity to the point where wanting to sit through yet another collection...

ill Mami | 01/11/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Get In 'Step' With Little Dragon

Little Dragon's inventive sound extends further into their choice for visuals--as if their previous videos weren't any indication--with their video for "My Step" from Machine Dreams. Imagine a miniature paper-mâché world populated by marionettes. Or don't. You can always press...

ill Mami | 01/11/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events

Janet Jackson To Get 'Up Close And Personal' On Tour

Say what you will about her recent music, but few people living today can put on a show like Janet Damita Jo Jackson. From stellar, innovative choreography to theatrics and nostalgia, witnessing a Janet show is almost an outer body...

ChrisAlexander | 01/11/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

We'll Pass On Kanye West & Jay-Z's Slice Of 'H.A.M.'

Unless you're one of the few people who haven't heard Kanye West and Jay-Z's "H.A.M. (Hard As A Motherf---er)" from their upcoming five-track EP Watch The Throne, either because you didn't care enough about it or didn't wait until its premiere...

ill Mami | 01/11/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Let Ginuwine Take You To 'Heaven'

I'll be the first one to tell you how surprised I am that Ginuwine is still around making music. I could have never imagined back in '96 when he rode onto the scene on his "Pony" that we'd still be...

Butta | 01/11/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Damon Aaron Brings Us A Late 'Autumn'

Los Angeles singer/songwriter/producer Damon Aaron had an instant fan in me after I took a listen to his 2008 album Highlands. Combining soul, folk, and electronica with his burnt sugar vocals, it was the perfect album for just kicking back...

SoulUK | 01/11/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

We Hope That Amy Winehouse Still Has This 'Magic'

In a perfect world, a leaked track and a spate of performance dates would signal a new project from our favorite out-of-the spotlight artist. However, thanks to troubled folks like Lauryn Hill, we've come to take those clues with a...

Ivory | 01/11/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Never Gonna Run Around

It was revealed in court yesterday that over 250 vials of propofol, the potent anesthetic that killed Michael Jackson, were ordered by Dr. Conrad Murray in the two months before Jackson's untimely death. [MTV] Writer and star of the...

huny | 01/11/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

'Saturday Night Live' Presents The 'Worst Of Soul Train'

It seems as if Saturday Night Live has been trying to appeal to a broader audience with some of their skits and characters as of late. They aren't quite at their Eddie Murphy heyday, but with Keenan Thompson's jheri curl...

Butta | 01/10/2011 at 7:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Reel People & Darien Are The 'Sure' Shot

SoulBounce fave and Bounce-Worthy success story Darien is poised to have a huge 2011. He's kicking the year off with another collaboration with UK outfit Reel People, whose new album Reel People Present Golden Lady is scheduled for a February 28th...

Butta | 01/10/2011 at 6:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Are You Convinced By Ryan Leslie's 'Beautiful Lie'?

Prolific singer/songwriter/musician/producer Ryan Leslie has been staying quite busy since dropping his debut and sophomore albums in 2009. We'll see at least one new album from him this year with the independent release of Les Is More, and now that...

Butta | 01/10/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Res Works Her Magic On These '80s Classics

It's been quite some time since we've all heard with something new from Philly songstress Res. I was definitely loving her Black.Girls.Rock! project from 2009 with its sound reminiscent of her debut How I Do. For all of us waiting for...

ill Mami | 01/10/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events

Anthony David To Take His Soul On An International Tour

SoulBounce fave Anthony David has a slew of performance dates in support of his upcoming album, As Above, So Below, due March 22nd. The tour will take him across the U.S. and will also include several UK dates and a...

Ivory | 01/10/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

We Are Going To 'Love' This New Corinne Bailey Rae EP

Almost a year after the release of The Sea, and hot on the heals of her cover of Bob Marley's "Is This Love?," Corinne Bailey Rae is gearing up to release The Love EP at the end of this month. The...

SoulUK | 01/10/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Sample The Fruits Of Orange Tree Records' Labor

Orange Tree Records are a new UK-based label aimed at promoting the best original soul and hip-hop music from the UK. To celebrate the launch they have released a five-track EP entitled Fresh Fruit Vol.1, which will be the first...

SoulUK | 01/10/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Quadron Sets The 'Tone'

I swear, Quadron's debut, self-titled album gets better with each and every listen. Every time I press play I hear something new, something I had missed on previous spins, which is kind of what happened with the track "Tone." Nestled...

SoulUK | 01/10/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Chadlee Shows Us That Some 'Starrs' Shine 'Forever'

Although they had peaked by the time I debuted in this world, Atlantic Starr's music could regularly be heard in my family's home in the '80s. There's even video of me singing their 1987 hit "Always" to my sister's Raggedy...

ChrisAlexander | 01/10/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Cover Me While I Sleep

Rihanna reveals her "delicious" perfume, Re'bl Fleur, swathed in pastel pink fabric and little else. [CL]The British Theatre's production of FELA! The Musical will be broadcast in various movie theatres worldwide for those of us who haven't been able to see the...

ill Mami | 01/10/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Diggin' in the Crates, House of Soul

Remember When DJ Jazzy Jeff & Erro Wanted To 'Rock With U'

Let me tell y'all a little story. A story about when my obsession with Eric Roberson, aka my well-documented Errobsession, began. It all started back in 2002. My co-worker, friend, designated music pusher and now director Ervin Green put me...

Butta | 01/07/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

B. Williams Makes A Statement With Jay Electronica's 'Announcement'

When Jay Electronica dropped "The Announcement" back in November fresh off of signing with Roc Nation, I thought that the song was OK, but I've come to expect more than OK from him. It didn't really impress me like previous...

Butta | 01/07/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

The Mixologists

The Mixologists: Keyknow's 'Body Butter'

Allow me to welcome all of you to a new season of SoulBounce's The Mixologists. Given that each new year brings about change, we are proud to present Keyknow, a DJ who had previously blessed us all with several...

ill Mami | 01/07/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Look Into Melanie Fiona's 'MF Life'

If you, like many, dig Melanie Fiona and are excited for her next album, then take a peek into her life with the documentary The MF Life. Taking its name from her initials and from her album title, you'll be...

Ro | 01/07/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Here's My Shoulder You Can Lean On Me

When keeping it fancy goes wrong: Taz Arnold (Sa-Ra, occasionally Kanye's fashion entourage) almost had hand over his $1245 spiked shoes to TSA agents because they appeared to be weapons. [Y!]When staking a claim goes wrong: What the hell...

Ro | 01/07/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events

Get Ready To Get Down At The 6th Annual Jazz In The Gardens In Miami

Right now the weather in most parts of the country might be frightful, but the thought of spending a weekend in Miami this March is quite delightful. Especially with the prospect of said weekend being filled to brim with some...

Butta | 01/06/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

The GRAMMYS Tap Eminem To Show That 'Music Is Life Is Music'

GRAMMY season is well underway, and SoulBounce is looking forward to covering the R&B and soul beat at the 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards. We'll be on location live from Los Angeles where it'll be going down next month, but music...

Butta | 01/06/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

DJ Stylus Takes New Edition's 'Once In A Lifetime Groove' To The Go-Go

This year has already brought with it a plethora of remixes, and today is no different. SoulBounce fam and Mixologist DJ Stylus has offered his own go-go spin on a New Edition rarity, their "Once In A Lifetime Groove" from the...

ill Mami | 01/06/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Raphael Saadiq's 'Radio' Now Has Visuals

I hope this comes as no surprise to any of you, but I never liked Raphael Saadiq's The Way I See It. I much prefered Instant Vintage and all variations of that sound that he managed to muster. Unfortunately for...

ill Mami | 01/06/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Keri Hilson Cleans Up Her Act On David Letterman

Oh, Keri Hilson. She makes it so hard for me to like her. I loved her first album, In A Perfect World and all of her work with Britney Spears on Blackout when she was...ahem...on death watch and such. Her skill as...

ChrisAlexander | 01/06/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Malice & Mario Sweet 'Light' Up Our Lives

I'm ashamed to admit it, but when I usually think about Seattle, my mind is instantly filled with thoughts of rainy days and coffee chains. However, every so often, I am pleasantly reminded of the thriving indie music scene the...

Ivory | 01/06/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

This Adele Remix Rolls 'Deep'

There's a very curious thought process that occurs when you one encounters a song that you're unsure of. The process of greeting a track with instant like or dislike is easy. It's almost a visceral sensation and the mind's verdict...

ill Mami | 01/06/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: In The Morning You'll Be Alright

Go behind the scenes with Common when he made history as the first rapper to host the National Chrismas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Nice. [TC]Toni Braxton wants to bare her naughty bits and assets in Playboy. Sigh. [BSP]Soulja Boy got sonned...

Butta | 01/06/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Falty DL Takes Maddslinky & Tawiah 'Further Away'

It's been some time since we last revisited Zed Bias aka Maddslinky's "Further Away" featuring Tawiah. Sure it made my personal Top 10 list of 2009 and it is a lovely tune, but I must admit that the adage "out...

ill Mami | 01/05/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Geno Young Shows Us What He 'Shoulda' Done

The name Geno Young is familiar to fans of indie soul who loved his 2001 debut Ghetto Symphony. It only took us almost a decade to get his sophomore album, but, like all good things, it was worth the wait....

Butta | 01/05/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Keep Your 'Eyes Closed' For Kanye West & John Legend

The Kanye West Self-Depreciation Express continues onward at full speed. "Eyes Closed," a previously unreleased track featuring John Legend has surfaced. Here, he dials down his ego for this more honest, laid back flow. The song opens with "I sold...

ChrisAlexander | 01/05/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

DJ Kiva Remixes Erykah Badu 'Just In Time'

Erykah Badu's "Out My Mind, Just In Time" was definitely one of the many highlights of New Amerykah Part 2: Return of The Ankh. Recalling the movement/arrangement we saw on the classic "Green Eyes," it became an instant favorite of...

SoulUK | 01/05/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Video SoulBounce

Alicia Keys Takes Us Behind The Scenes Of Being 'Speechless'

Please excuse the late pass, but last Monday while we were all still in a spiked egg nog fog, Swizz Beatz posted up his latest Monster Monday creation and this one was the best yet. Featuring his wife Alicia Keys...

Butta | 01/05/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

We Wanna Hear This New Raphael Saadiq Joint On The 'Radio'

Raphael Saadiq's The Way I See It is certainly one of the best examples of the retro-phenomenon that has swept through soul music over recent years and, as the saying goes, "if it aint broke, don't fix it." That certainly...

SoulUK | 01/05/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Pause For A Cause, Video SoulBounce

Marsha Ambrosius Takes A Stand On 'Far Away'

I, like many others, was a little underwhelmed when Marsha Ambrosius released "Hope She Cheats On You (With A Basketball Player)" as the first single from her upcoming album Late Nights & Early Mornings. However, when the second single "Far...

SoulUK | 01/05/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Come On Let's Dance

Ted Williams, the homeless man with the awesome radio voice whose news segment became a viral video hit, has landed a job. [MSNBC]Ever wonder what Josh Groban would sound like singing Kanye West's tweets? Neither did we, but that didn't...

Butta | 01/05/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Vikter Duplaix & Common Want To Give You Some 'Morning Fun'

There's no better way to start your day off than with a little somethin' somethin'. Or make that a little "Morning Fun," the sensuous new single from Vikter Duplaix featuring Common. We got a sample of this joint on the For...

Butta | 01/04/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

La Roux Goes 'In For The Kill' In Times Square

I adore La Roux. I stumbled across the group along with the rest of America after their single "In For The Kill" was featured on an episode of HBO's Entourage. The British electro-pop duo's style struck a chord with me,...

ChrisAlexander | 01/04/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

James Blake Plays With Our 'Mind'

For me, 2011 is all about some very exciting UK talents releasing their debut projects. Jamie Woon, Eska Mtungwazi, Baby Sol, and Szjeredene are all set to release material in next six months, and I'm holding out hope for goodies...

SoulUK | 01/04/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Nikko Gray Gives Us A 'Beautiful' Birthday Gift

Normally it is the person celebrating a birthday who recieves the gifts. However, Nikko Gray has flipped the script and decided that today, on her birthday, she would bless us all with a gift in the shape of "Beautiful You Are."...

SoulUK | 01/04/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Now' Is The Time To Get Familiar With Olivier Daysoul

Olivier Daysoul is certainly maintaining momentum on the run up to the release of his sophomore effort due later this year. We alerted you to his The Mr. Saint Louis EP a while back, then as a Christmas gift he...

SoulUK | 01/04/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Anthony David Is Only Doing What 'God Said'

It seems that for those of us who have been waiting what seems like an eternitiy for new music from Anthony David, the wait is almost over. Anthony's new album, As Above So Below, will be officially released on February...

SoulUK | 01/04/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Pause For A Cause

View Raphael Saadiq & Donate To A Good Cause While You Watch

As if I needed another reason to love me some Raphael Saadiq (besides his boyish good looks and amazing music), he goes and proves he has a heart of gold. The former Tony! Toni! Tone! front man is lending his...

Ivory | 01/04/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Anywhere You Lead I'll Follow

Besides having names that even my five-year-old think sound silly, Waka Flocka and Gucci Mane have something else in common--they're both headed (back) to jail. [MI] Nas may package The Lost Tapes: Vol. 2 as a free bonus to his...

huny | 01/04/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

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Jazmine Sullivan Tells Us What She Is 'Not'

This morning when I read the news that Jazmine Sullivan went on Twitter yesterday to make a statement that she planned to take a break from music, my soul cried. The thought of one of the most talented young singers...

Butta | 01/03/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

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Sy Smith Wants To Be Your 'Lovergirl' With This Teena Marie Tribute

I'm still in a state of disbelief that Teena Marie is gone. It's been over a week now and her loss remains a fresh wound. I've channeled my despair into listening to her extensive catalog and any of the numerous...

Butta | 01/03/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

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Talib Kweli Is Still Standing Despite The 'Cold Rain'

Hip-hop heads such as myself felt a twinge of excitement after reading a tweet from Talib Kweli yesterday ensuring his forthcoming Gutter Rainbows would be released later this month. Though the first single from the Duck Down Records imprint, "Cold...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

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M.I.A. Is Reborn As 'Vicki Leekx'

It's pretty hard to describe London-born performer/controversy-junkie M.I.A. She sings. She raps. She pisses off the media. She rants, raves, and does pretty much whatever she wants in her music, wardrobe, and otherwise. It matters not whether we understand, like,...

ChrisAlexander | 01/03/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

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Cloud Nice's 'Sound' Isn't 'Like' The Others

I can only imagine being blessed with the talent of lyrical ability and continually banging your head against a ceiling formed by archaic attitudes regarding the region you happen to inhabit. If the late '80s and early '90s taught us...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Skillz Relives The Year That Was With His '2010 Rap Up'

The beginning of the new year just wouldn't feel right if it weren't for endless resolutions, some attainable and some not, as well as Skillz's "Rap Up" of the previous year. His "2010 Rap Up" features a much more subdued...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

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'Fall' Into Furlan Williams' Brand Of Eclectic Soul

Rotterdam-based duo Furlan Williams, composed of Furlan Felter and Daniel William, are two multi-instrumentalists who have been making waves overseas with their eclectic, meditative beats. "When Autumn Leaves Fall" is but one recent offering from this pair whose African and...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Be Optimistic

Jazmine Sullivan took to Twitter to officially declare her departure from music. [PBB]Ginuwine made his debut as Adult Chocolate Milk's spokesperson looking extra saucy. [YBF]Phonte and 9th Wonder squashed beef as well as fan's hopes for a future Little Brother...

ill Mami | 01/03/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink