Archive » April 2011

This page contains 139 entries posted in April 2011

The Interwebs, Yes We Can!

For Your Consideration: Nominate SoulBounce For The 2011 Black Weblog Awards!

The Black Weblog Awards are back to honor the best and brightest in the Black blogosphere for another year, but 2011 finds a few changes coming to the awards. This year, the BWAs have been bumped up from the summer...

Butta | 04/29/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jagged Edge Shows Us Their 'Baby'

I don't know about y'all, but I'm quite excited about Jagged Edge's comeback. It's been in the works for a while, and their new album, The Remedy, is almost upon us with a June 21st release date scheduled. They've warmed...

Butta | 04/29/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Kelly Price Has 'Daddy' Issues With Stokley

What happens when the love has lost its shine? When smiles turns into frowns and loving glances into side-eyes? When you cling to the memories as you lose your grip in reality? Clearly you get the picture, and Kelly Price...

Butta | 04/29/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Have Some Blood Orange For 'Dinner'

Those luckiest among us in the northern hemisphere are experiencing some pretty decent springtime weather. (Others of us are still mired in that "April Showers" bulls--t.) Wherever your locale, there is nothing like a breezy, sexy '80s synth jam to...

Ro | 04/29/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: And Freak This Duet Just Like Ashford & Simpson

Although he stars in a commercial for erectile dysfunction meds, Warren G wants everyone to know that his peen is in working order. [TMZ]Curtiss King is quite serious about his love for cougars and pumas. This Tumblr proves it. Rawr....

Butta | 04/29/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Takes Over 'The Mo'Nique Show,' Makes Us Fall Deeper In Love

Last night Jill Scott woke late-night television up when she held court for the entire hour on The Mo'Nique Show. If it's possible to fall deeper in love with Jill, then it happened to her fans last night when we...

Butta | 04/28/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Baltimore Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Eric Benét In Concert!

Baltimore Bouncers, get ready to experience soul music at its finest -- literally and figuratively -- when Eric Benét comes to town soon. He'll be performing for one night only at Rams Head Live on Tuesday, May 10th to sing...

Butta | 04/28/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Jessica Johnson

The buzz about Bounce-Worthy trio KING has been deafening since coming to everyone's attention back in February and virtually hitting the lottery with cosigns from Phonte, Questlove, and Erykah Badu to name a few. Badu even signed the queens of...

Butta | 04/28/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Move Your Body' & Work Out With Beyoncé

Earlier this month, First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! campaign celebrated their partnership with Beyoncé by releasing some footage of the making of the "Move Your Body" video that will serve to inspire children to get healthy by becoming more...

KitKat | 04/28/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

'Stop' & Listen To The Boom Clap Bachelors' 'Mellem Dine Læber'

As our attention here at SoulBounce has been focused mainly on Quadron and the individual pursuits of its members Robin Hannibal and Coco O., we thought it appropriate to shine a light on the group that birthed Quadron and facilitated...

SoulUK | 04/28/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Take A Trip To 'Treme' With Juvenile, Galactic & The Dirty Dozen Brass Band

The HBO series Treme, much like the city that it's based on, is not for everybody. You either love it or you hate it; you get it or you don't. And just like New Orleans, the show continues to chug...

Ivory | 04/28/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Let Me Play With Your Emotions

Dionne Warwick and The Shirelles sued producers of a new Broadway musical, claiming that the production used their names and likenesses without consent. [Y!] Make the music with your mouth, Biz: The Atlanta Film Festival premiered Beatbox - The Fifth...

DaTruth | 04/28/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Columbus, OH Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

The Foreign Exchange's Authenticity Tour got off to a slamming start in the Washington, DC area this past week and the rest of the country will get to experience the awesomeness of their live show this May when they hit...

Butta | 04/27/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Fatima & Floating Points Give Us 'Innervisions'

Fatima and Floating Points (aka Sam Shepherd) stopped me in my tracks with the beautifully orchestral "Post Suite" late last year, so when it was announced we would get a collaborative EP from the talented duo I was sold without...

SoulUK | 04/27/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Is There Any 'Saturday Love' For Keke Wyatt & Ruben Studdard?

It seems like remakes are in vogue nowadays, and Keke Wyatt joins the trend with not one but three on her upcoming June 14th release, Unbelievable. Which is cool -- after all, we were first introduced to Keke when she...

Butta | 04/27/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Releases

Jill Scott Shines A 'Light' On The Tracklist To Her Upcoming Album

First we had the cover artwork, and now we have the official tracklist for Jill Scott's upcoming The Light Of The Sun project. We already knew about collaborations with Eve ("Shame") and Anthony Hamilton ("So In Love") and now we...

SoulUK | 04/27/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Do You Wanna Ride In The Back Seat Of A Caddy?

Solange Knowles, Selita Ebanks, and professional sidepiece Cassie discuss hair with Carol's Daughter founder Lisa Price. [YT]A broke but educated Toni Braxton has completed a personal financial education course. Clap it up for her. [TMZ]Tyrese, king of Grammatically Rogue Twitter,...

ChrisAlexander | 04/27/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Lexington, KY Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Roll call! Any Kentucky Bouncers in the house? Hopefully you're out there somewhere because I would hate for these tickets to see The Foreign Exchange when they come to Cosmic Charlie's in Lexington on Tuesday, May 10th to go to...

Butta | 04/26/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

Phoebe Snow (1952-2011)

Singer-songwriter Phoebe Snow, 58, has died [EW] Phoebe Snow [Wiki][AllMusic]...

Butta | 04/26/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

This Nikka Costa Remix Has The Right Amount Of 'Something'

Nikka Costa's name is not one that I've heard in a while. Though my iTunes will occasionally shuffle to one of her jams, I place her in the same box of promising-but-short careers along with Remy Shand and pre-rehab Mary...

ChrisAlexander | 04/26/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Musiq Soulchild Asks 'Dowehaveto'

Continuing his winning streak of redemption, Musiq Soulchild keeps making up for shaking our faith in him with the first couple songs from his upcoming album, MusiqInTheMagiq, due a week from today on May 3rd. He releases another single, "Dowehaveto,"...

KitKat | 04/26/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Bilal Salaam Returns With 'Pedagogia do Oprimido'

Bilal Salaam is someone we haven't seen or heard from for a while, but just because he's been out of sight that doesn't mean he's been out of commission. Quite the contrary, as he's been busy crafting new music for...

Butta | 04/26/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Smoking On Hay In The Middle Of The Barn

Willow Smith whipped her hair at the White House Easter Egg Roll. [USAT]Dating a rapper wasn't enough, now tennis star Serena Williams wants to become one. [TMZ]YahZarah opens up about impending motherhood. [TCS]Grand opening, grand closing: Flavor Flav's chicken restaurant...

Butta | 04/26/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Angela Johnson In Concert!

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and if you're in the Washington, DC area and don't have any plans yet, well, now you do. Angela Johnson, who is a mother herself, will be in town on Sunday, May 8th...

Butta | 04/25/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

'Don't Stop' 'Til You Get Enough Kelly Price

I've always been a Kelly Price fan, but I've never been as excited about one of her albums to drop as I am about the May 3rd release of Kelly. The first two singles, "Tired" and "Not My Daddy," already...

Butta | 04/25/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Lenny Kravitz Gives Us A Taste Of 'Everything'

As we continue to twiddle our thumbs while waiting for Lenny Kravitz's ninth studio album, Black & White America, to drop sometime this summer, he's keeping fans' interest levels high with pics and teaser videos from various recording sessions. The...

Ivory | 04/25/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Chris Turner Shows His Love For 'The Land'

If you're one of the growing number of fans of Chris Turner, then it seems that you've struck musical gold, thanks to the release of not one, but two new songs over the last week. After releasing his ode to...

Ivory | 04/25/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Anthony David's Album Is As Beautiful 'Above' As It Is 'Below'

I must admit that although Anthony David has been singing to many a soul since he released his first independent album in 2004, I am just now becoming familiar with his talent. Yes, I know a late pass must be...

Peachy Kween | 04/25/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Warren G Is 'Dedicated To' Nate Dogg

Nate Dogg's untimely death caught everyone by surprise last month. Tributes came quickly in the form of mixes of his music, which reminded us all of just how dope this cat was and the indelible mark that he left on...

Butta | 04/25/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Know Me As A Hustler

Ludacris announced his partnership with Do Something and the Epic Book Drive, which benefits New Orleans School District libraries. [DS]Soulja Boy knows the 'ledge: The rapper released a mixtape, appropriately titled Juice, and shared his desire to star in a...

DaTruth | 04/25/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Prince Allows Us To Go 'Behind The Symbol'

I don't know what has gotten into Prince to make him so open, available, and benevolent lately, but I'm eating it all up with the biggest spoon in town. From numerous television appearances to his Welcome 2 America Tour, which...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Chicago Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Rahsaan Patterson & Avery Sunshine In Concert!

Chicago Bouncers, are you ready to be musically mesmerized when Rahsaan Patterson and Avery Sunshine come to your city? Silly question, I know, because my Chi-town peeps are always ready for some good music to come their way and Saturday,...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Big Boi & Janelle Monáe Want You To 'Be Still' & Watch Their Video

Making its debut on Pitchfork today, the "Be Still" video from Big Boi's most recent album, Sir Lucious Leftfoot...The Son Of Chico Dusty, featuring Janelle Monáe, is probably earning some mixed reviews. There's a lot going on, that's for sure....

KitKat | 04/22/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To Attend The Spring Soul Session Vol. 1!

DMV Bouncers, get your musical sweet tooths ready for the return of Choklate to Washington, DC. The Seattle-based songstress doesn't make it to the DMV as often as I'd like to see her here, but that's gonna change on Friday,...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Does Brian McKnight 'Fall' Short With His Latest?

We haven't heard much from Brian McKnight since 2009's Evolution Of A Man came and went. He's now resurfaced on our radios with the new single, "Fall 5.0," from his upcoming album, Just Me. And it leaves me thinking this...

KitKat | 04/22/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

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

At least once a day I find myself wanting to pack my bags and move to New York City -- for no other reason than to be able to attend all of the hot shows that flow through the city...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

I Was There

Jill Scott Shines 'The Light Of The Sun' On NYC

The anticipation was immense and the crowd stretched for as far as the eye could see at New York City hot spot Dominion NYC, undoubtedly even snaking around corners. It was a crazy scene; like something out of a movie....

Lisa B. | 04/22/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Ryan Leslie Switches His Style Up To Get Some 'Glory'

Just when I had begun to wrap my mind around the fact that I was becoming a serious Ryan Leslie fan after getting into more than a few of his songs and seeing him go hard on stage during a...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Def Sound Does It '(A)Gain'

I am drawn deeper into the world of Def Sound with each release. The LA-based rapper with the multilevel flattop and the super casual flow dropped visuals for "(A)Gain" this week, and it is, naturally, a winner. Borrowing both its...

ChrisAlexander | 04/22/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Just Wanna Be All Alone When You Think I Treat You Wrong

NPR takes a deeper look at the phenomenon that is Frank Ocean. [NPR]Teedra Moses gives some insight into her deal with Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group. [BB]Lil B expounds on his decision to title his upcoming album I'm Gay and...

Butta | 04/22/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Detroit Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Detroit Bouncers, are you ready for The Foreign Exchange when they take the freeway of love into the Motor City this May on the Authenticity Tour? Of course you are! And if you're not, then you better get ready, because Phonte,...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Previews More New Material In Concert

In keeping with SoulBounce's current "All Jill Scott, All The Time" theme, I'd be remiss if I didn't post this footage of her from last night's exclusive, invite-only The Light Of The Sun album preview concert in New York City....

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 6:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Jagged Edge Has 'The Remedy' With This 'Love Potion'

We've already gone on record numerous times here at SoulBounce about our love jones for Jagged Edge. Twins Brandon and Brian Casey, Kyle Norman, and Richard Wingo have tickled our collective fancies since their 1998 debut, A Jagged Era, and...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

J*DaVeY Wants To Give You A 'Raincheck'

Since the release of their freEP, Evil Christian Cop: The Great Mistapes, my favorite musical collective J*DaVeY has been insanely sharing their brilliance with the world. Their New World Culture Tour with Blu and Def Sound just wrapped up in Seattle...

ChrisAlexander | 04/21/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Pause For A Cause, Video SoulBounce

Bilal Does It For His 'Little One'

As we suspected when we caught the teaser for this video back in February, Bilal tugs at the heartstrings in the video for "Little One." The video follows parents, played by actors Dorian Missick and Erica Hubbard, as they deal...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 2:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Mamas Gun Have Us Waiting 'On A String' For Their New Album

We first introduced you to Bounce-Worthy UK outfit Mamas Gun two years ago when they dropped their debut album, Routes To Riches. Since then the band have toured Europe and become a huge hit in Japan, where they secured themselves...

SoulUK | 04/21/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Raheem DeVaughn Shows Us How To 'Breathe'

Far be it for me to question why Raheem DeVaughn is releasing new videos for old songs. You won't hear a peep out of me complaining about him digging in his crates, pulling out a video camera, and getting busy...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

R.I.P. Gerard Smith Of TV On The Radio

TV On The Radio's Gerard Smith Dead At 34 [MTV] TV On The Radio [Official][Facebook]...

Butta | 04/21/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Don't You Know This Love Is Real

The U.S. District Court ruled in favor of Dr. Dre, granting him digital rights and royalties from his album, The Chronic. [NYT]Beyoncé's "(Rule The World) Girls" is slated to be released officially after the full version was leaked earlier this...

DaTruth | 04/21/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Cleveland Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Cleveland Bouncers, you're up next! The Foreign Exchange is making a stop in your city on Saturday, May 7th as part of their Authenticity Tour. Polish up your dancing shoes and get your good clothes ready to go see Nicolay,...

Butta | 04/20/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Estelle & Rick Ross 'Break' Us Off

Estelle has been dropping a few samples of her upcoming album, All Of Me, since last year, but nothing has yet to really catch on. She hasn't gotten much appreciation for any of them, and we surely didn't appreciate the...

KitKat | 04/20/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Chris Turner Shares His Love For 'stickyGREEN'

While today, April 20th, may be just another hump day for most, to potheads all around the world, it's 420, the one day set aside each year to commemorate our their love for all things cannabis. And what holiday would be...

Ivory | 04/20/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Releases

Jill Scott Looks Fierce In 'The Light Of The Sun'

Feast your eyes on the fierceness that Miss Jill Scott is serving up on the album cover for The Light Of The Sun. Jilly from Philly is looking all types of good posed in front of a vintage automobile. The...

Butta | 04/20/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Try Cubic Zirconia's 'Night Or Day' On For Size

I've been enchanted by songstress Tiombe Lockhart since first hearing her single, "Mr. Johnnie Walker," on a Suite 903 CD circa '04. Since then, my girl crush has continued to grow, aided by her collaborations with Platinum Pied Pipers and...

Ivory | 04/20/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

'Slowdown' A Minute To Watch Smoove & Turrell & Listen To Their Album Sampler

Last month we brought you a new track from UK funksters Smoove & Turrell and now we have the official visuals to go with it. "Slowdown" has got to be one of the catchiest songs I've heard this year, and...

SoulUK | 04/20/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Let Michael Kiwanuka 'Tell' You 'A Tale'

This past Monday I was lucky enough to catch the lovely Adele as she neared the end of the first of two UK tours she has planned this year. Had I known just how amazing her performance was going to...

SoulUK | 04/20/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Tonight's It Bout Me, Me, Me, Me, Me

DJ Premier reflects on the life and legacy of fallen hip-hop giant Guru one year after his passing. [BET]Lil Wayne takes fans back to cleaner, more innocent days on his new album cover. [BB]MTV's "New West Week" highlights new standouts...

ChrisAlexander | 04/20/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Indianapolis Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Indianapolis Bouncers, where ya at? If you're a fan of The Foreign Exchange, then you're in luck because the group is making their way to your neck of the woods during their 2011 Authenticity Tour. Team +FE will be coming...

Butta | 04/19/2011 at 10:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

'Girls,' Beyoncé Is Back To 'Run The World'

We knew this day was coming. The day that Beyoncé would return and in one fell swoop show Rihanna Goat, Keri Lotion, and all the rest of those female pop/R&B tarts of questionable vocal talent to their seats near the...

Butta | 04/19/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Let Your Hair Down & Do The 'Afrodance' With Les Nubians

Hold on to your wigs, folks! The Queens of Afropean Soul, Les Nubians, are back with a new album, Nü Revolution, which received a physical release in stores today, and to celebrate the occasion they've also released a video for...

Butta | 04/19/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

John Legend Is 'Rolling' In The Struggle

I'm so very conflicted about John Legend's cover of Adele's "Rolling in the Deep." Considering how he assaulted Donny Hathaway's "Little Ghetto Boy," I wasn't exactly holding my breath for another John Legend reinterpretation. Without provocation, John took an a...

ChrisAlexander | 04/19/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

'By Request' Collette Covers Erykah Badu's 'Orange Moon'

As I mentioned yesterday, covers of classic songs make me nervous, especially when the artist doing the cover is one whom I admire. There is always a chance that, even with the best of intentions, the result is going to...

SoulUK | 04/19/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

This New Marques Toliver Track Is 'Magic'

With less than a week to go before his debut release Butterflies Are Not Free, Marques Toliver seems to be gaining some much deserved attention around the blogosphere. The talented vocalist/violinist had us in awe with his stirring live performance...

SoulUK | 04/19/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Here's A 'Tip,' Check Out These Stac Remixes

One of my favorite voices to emerge last year was Wah Wah 45's artist Stac. Since the release of her debut in June, she has been hard at work performing live as well as compiling tracks for her remix compilations....

SoulUK | 04/19/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Your Love Is One In A Million

Kanye West rocked womenswear during his epic Coachella set. Game, blouses. [SC]Snoop Dogg has teamed up with Colt 45 to promote their newest drink, Blast. [BV] Three weeks after its release, Chris Brown's F.A.M.E. has gone gold. Let's all throw...

Butta | 04/19/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

'I Would Have Never Guessed' That Sade Would Come This Strong On 'The Ultimate Collection'

Is it just me, or does it seem like the new songs that are to be included on Sade's The Ultimate Collection are hotter than most of the tracks that were found on Soldier of Love? Don't get me wrong,...

Butta | 04/18/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Keyshia Cole Says 'Take Me Away'

I haven't been keeping up with Screecha Keyshia Cole lately because her last album, Calling All Hearts, went gold lamé and didn't really capture my (nor many of her fans') attention. But the same can't be said for her new...

Butta | 04/18/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

It's All 'Fairplay' To Beverley Knight On This Soul II Soul Remake

Cover albums are generally a mixed bunch, especially when you have artists messing around with "classics" that can never be bested. So it was with some apprehension that I pressed play on Beverley Knight's rendition of Soul II Soul's "Fairplay."...

SoulUK | 04/18/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Omar & Zed Bias Get Us 'Dancing'

If there is one artist whose mention gets my immediate attention it's Omar. The undisputed yet relatively uncelebrated king of UK soul has been a firm favorite since I first heard "There's Nothing Like This" back in the mid '90s,...

SoulUK | 04/18/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Kicks & Giggles

Laugh Out Loud At The 'Return Of' Zo! & Phonte

While we wait for the good folk at +FE Music to bless us with some newness -- this year will see an acoustic album from The Foreign Exchange, Zo!'s just visiting three, and a solo release from Phonte -- we have this utterly hilarious cover of Mark...

SoulUK | 04/18/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Wanna Be Down With You

Cee-Lo Green and Lauryn Hill served up sounds and drama at Coachella. [HR]Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and Eninem have been named as Billboard Music Award finalists. [BB] As summer concert season approaches, and the price of gas skyrockets, The Roots announced...

DaTruth | 04/18/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

The Mixologists

The Mixologists: Keyknow's 'House Arrest'

WARNING: Listening to this mix may cause an increased heart rate, sweating in places you didn't know you could sweat, clothing removal, and/or involuntary body movements, such as jacking, fancy footwork, soul clapping, and waving your hands in the...

Butta | 04/15/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Chicago Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Chicago is one of my favorite cities and The Foreign Exchange is one of my favorite groups, so with the upcoming concert that +FE has there this May, I would love to take a nice little trip. But since my...

Butta | 04/15/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Oprah Hearts Hip Hop All Of A Sudden

Earlier this week, a sparkly Cee-Lo Green performed Oprah's theme song on her show. Given the fact that she has not established herself as a fan of hip hop by any means (unless it's Jay-Z), I'm just going to assume...

KitKat | 04/15/2011 at 2:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Jo Stance

I'll just go ahead and say it: Adele is making it hard out here for husky-voiced singers, non-brown or otherwise. After subconsciously avoiding all things Adele, I happened across SoulUK's praising mentions on these pages, it was hard to ignore...

ChrisAlexander | 04/15/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Bounce With Me, Bounce With Me

Luther Campbell aka Uncle Luke aka a founding member of 2 Live Crew has filed papers to run for mayor of Miami. Can't wait to hear his campaign slogans. [KC]Erykah Badu aka DJ Lowdown Loretta Brown surprised fans with a...

Butta | 04/15/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Vivian Green & Eric Roberson In Concert!

It's another week, and here's another giveaway for New York City Bouncers. As usual, we're back at S.O.B.'s for another hot show. What else would you call a double headlining bill with Vivian Green and Eric Roberson rocking the stage?...

Butta | 04/14/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

What Do You Have To 'Say' About This Janelle Monáe Cover By Anais Aida?

Singer/songwriter Anais Aida and producer Daniel "DannyBe" Bazan attend NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. They took time from their studies and their respective solo projects (she'll be releasing an EP; he will be producing for other up-and-coming artists) to...

KitKat | 04/14/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

It Would Be A 'Shame' If You Missed Out On Jill Scott's New Video

After years of famine, we are in the midst of a Jill Scott feast, and I am enjoying every bit of this musical harvest. Although reaction has been mixed about the song "Shame," which we've learned is not the first...

Butta | 04/14/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Prince Makes It Purple Rain On 'Lopez Tonight'

For Prince fans, last night was like Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, our birthdays, and winning the lottery all rolled into one when the man, the myth, the legend took over Lopez Tonight to kick off his string of performances...

Butta | 04/14/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Can Love Me Or Hate Me, Either Or

Adele confirmed she doesn't "make music for eyes. I make music for ears." Girl, PLEASE spread the word. [RS]Teyana Taylor is accused of literally stomping someone over Chris Brown. [NYDN]People magazine named Jennifer Lopez the World's Most Beautiful Woman and...

DaTruth | 04/14/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

We Are 'So In Love' With Jill Scott & Anthony Hamilton

After being away for what seemed like an eternity in music terms, Jill Scott is back with a vegeance. Since announcing the release of her upcoming albums Words and Sounds Vol.4: The Light Of The Sun and Just Before Dawn:...

Ivory | 04/13/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

There'll Be No 'Waiting In Vain' For Something New From Andy Allo

When she's not acting on The Game, starring in commercials, or modeling, Andy Allo somehow finds the time to fit music into her busy schedule, and we're happy that she does when the end result winds up sounding as lovely...

Butta | 04/13/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Szjerdene Shows Us 'The Way' On Her US Debut

First things first, a huge congratulations to Bounce-Worthy songstress Szjerdene who has signed to indie label Plug Research and can now say she shares a home with other SoulBounce favorites including Bilal, Quadron, Flying Lotus, and Shafiq Husayn. Secondly, I'd...

SoulUK | 04/13/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Cause You Can't Knock The Hustle

Didn't get enough of Alicia Keys' debut album the first time around? Don't worry, it's being re-released. No word yet if proceeds go to the Jilted Ex-Wives of America. [TIRB]Want to get close to Common? Open your wallet to his...

ChrisAlexander | 04/13/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To See The Foreign Exchange In Concert On The Authenticity Tour!

Fans of The Foreign Exchange will get more chances than ever to see the group when +FE hits the road for the spring leg of the Authenticity Tour 2011. The first stop on a journey that will take Nicolay, Phonte,...

Butta | 04/12/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Baltimore Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Vivian Green & Eric Roberson In Concert!

Baltimore Bouncers, it's been a minute since we've done a ticket giveaway for you all, but hopefully this giveaway will make up for the time lapse. Coming this Sunday, April 17th to Rams Head Live will be Vivian Green and...

Butta | 04/12/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Go Behind The Scenes To See That There's No 'Shame' In Jill Scott's Game

A few weeks ago we got quite a surprise when CNN reported from the recreation center set of Jill Scott's video shoot for her new single "Shame." Now more footage has surfaced from that day and also of Jilly in...

Butta | 04/12/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Mark de Clive-Lowe Is Taking Us To Another 'Planet' On His Latest EP

Mark de Clive-Lowe has got to be one of the most prolific producers in the game right now. When you add in his solo stuff, side projects, and collaborations, his output is impressive to say the least. He has a...

SoulUK | 04/12/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Alison Grant

What I know about UK vocalist Alison Grant could be written on the back of a postage stamp. I had never heard of her until late last week when UK MC Ty began tweeting a link to her singing "Living...

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

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I'm Out For Presidents To Represent Me

Keri Hilson and her butt naked goodies can be seen in the pages of Allure's annual Body issue. [TIR&B]Beyoncé's new song title has been revealed. Brace yourself for "Girl" coming soon. [RNBMB]Adele is breaking UK chart records with 21. [TGJ]...

Butta | 04/12/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Soul On Film, SoulTube

'Black Dynamite' Gets Animated For Television

Everybody's favorite kung fu fighting, lady-loving action star is set to drop kick his way onto the small screen in the very near future. An animated version of Black Dynamite, the hilarious Blaxploitation spoof starring martial artist and actor Michael...

ChrisAlexander | 04/11/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Bilal In Concert!

Hey, ladies! If you live in New York City or can make your way there on Thursday, April 14th, then you are in for a musical treat to end all musical treats when Bilal comes to town to perform a...

Butta | 04/11/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Pause For A Cause, Video SoulBounce

Hey Kids, Beyoncé Wants You To 'Move Your Body'

One year ago, First Lady Michelle Obama launched the Let's Move! initiative to battle childhood obesity. The campaign provides tips for parents and schools to feed children healthier foods. And, since nearly one in three children in America are overweight...

KitKat | 04/11/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

The Interwebs, Video SoulBounce

Eric Roberson Gives Google Quite A Show

Not only is Google taking over the internets and smartphones, but they're showing love to urban indie artists, too. Earlier this year, Eric Roberson was invited to Google's NYC headquarters to perform for employees as part of their Musicians@Google live...

Butta | 04/11/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

We Have 'Found' Another Sade Track We Really 'Love'

Well, we heard the first single from Sade's upcoming The Ultimate Collection at the end of last week and it seems that over the weekend the leaks just kept on coming. There was the much hyped Jay-Z collaboration on the...

SoulUK | 04/11/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: And By The Way My Name's Sophie

Prince dialed it in: His Purple Highness announced 21 upcoming L.A. shows. [LT]Get your money and outfit ready: Janet Jackson has made fans happy with the announcement that she's continuing her current tour until the fall. [TGJ]This may have you...

DaTruth | 04/11/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

DMV Bouncers: DJ Scratch Shows The DMV Why He's Master Of The Mix This Weekend

The "D" in DMV may have to be changed from "District" to DJ Scratch this weekend. The winner of the first season of Master of the Mix is taking over the city for the next two days as part of...

Butta | 04/08/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Mary Mary Are 'Walking' It Out On This Applejac Remix

The good homie Applejac dropped this remix off in our inbox just in time for loading up the iPod for the weekend. As you should know by now, Applejac is not only dope on the turntables, but he is quite...

Butta | 04/08/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

BOSCO Gives Us Raw 'Emotion'

If BOSCO's voice impressed you with her debut album, Spectrum, and her follow-up album, Spectrum 2.0, she will blow you away with this mesmerizing video, or an "Emotion Film" as she calls it, where she wails out every deeply emotional...

KitKat | 04/08/2011 at 3:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Selah Sue Takes A Bite From Erykah Badu's 'Appletree'

If the name Selah Sue rings a bell with you, then I'll hedge my bets it's due to the fact that she collaborated with Cee-Lo Green on the track "Please" from 2010's Ladykiller LP. You may also recall our Bounce-Worthy...

SoulUK | 04/08/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Sample What Jill Scott Has To Offer On 'Just Before Dawn'

I am sure you have all heard the very welcome news that Jill Scott will be dropping not one, but two albums this summer. Yes, that's right folks, in addition to the highly anticipated Words and Sounds Vol.4: The Light...

SoulUK | 04/08/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Badu Reminds You That It's 'Your Funeral' For Loving Her

In a kind of ridiculously candid (but highly stylized and watchable) video from the folks over at Creative Control, Erykah Badu sings an extended version of "Fall In Love (Your Funeral)" in a studio. There, she nurses her youngest child...

Ro | 04/08/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: My Heart Beats For The One I Love

Michael Jackson's lawyers don't want the autopsy photos shown during the upcoming involuntary manslaughter trial. [RTRS]Are The-Dream and Christina Milian going to get back together? [CM]The Wall Street Journal explores the myth of making it rain. [WSJ]Kanye's releasing a...

Ro | 04/08/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Chris Turner In Concert!

We've been digging on Chris Turner ever since we laid ears on his "Liquid Love" last year. Next week NYC audiences will get to lay eyes on Chris when he performs live for one night only at Drom in the...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Video SoulBounce

Raheem DeVaughn Takes Us On A Futuristic Voyage With 'B.O.B.'

With a song about "battery operated boyfriends," I wasn't sure what to expect with the video for Raheem DeVaughn's "B.O.B." Especially after the sextacular (or tacky depending on what side of the fence you were on) video for "Single" that...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

See What 'God Said' To Anthony David

Premiering this week in the most unlikely of places on 106 & Park Bench, Anthony David let the visuals loose for his new single "God Said." Described as "a satirical strike at religious zealots and extremists," it's far from a...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Musiq Soulchild Has Us Shouting 'Yes'

The tastes that we've gotten thus far from Musiq Soulchild's upcoming album, MusiqInTheMagiq (due May 3rd), on the first single "Anything" and the leaked track "Alphabet," have received mixed reviews at best, leaving a lot of us wanting to spit...

KitKat | 04/07/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Raphael Saadiq Shows Us How 'Good' He Is Live

Hats off to those good folk over at PINBOARDblog/PINBOARDfilm who, in association with Red Bull Music Academy, have been churning out some quality films as part of their "Rehearsal Rooms" series. The latest installment sees Raphael Saadiq in the studio...

SoulUK | 04/07/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Cleveland Jones Shares His 'Sensitive' Side

Last month Cleveland Jones received the distinction as our 100th Bounce-Worthy artist, and he's already living up to his "got next" status. He's been diligently at work creating new music over the past few weeks, and we finally get to...

Butta | 04/07/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Video SoulBounce

Don't Let Ed Sheeran Be A 'Stranger'

There has been quite a buzz in the UK surrounding Ed Sheeran over the last few years. He has released a number singles and EPs independently, but has now struck the big time and inked a deal with Atlantic Records...

SoulUK | 04/07/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Show Me, Show Me You Really Love Me

The GRAMMY Awards eliminated over 30 categories; male and female artists will no longer compete separately and Best Urban Alternative Performance has bitten the dust. Rest easy, though, there is still a GRAMMY for Best Album Packaging. [MTV]Marsha Ambrosius and...

DaTruth | 04/07/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Pause For A Cause

PJ Morton Gets To Shine On Maroon 5's 'Is Anybody Out There' For A Good Cause

Before picking up their joint world tour in Turkey, Maroon 5 and sixth member PJ Morton headed to a studio in London to create music for charity. In only 24 hours, that is. Streaming the entire studio session live online,...

KitKat | 04/06/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, The Interwebs

Jay-Z Shares His 'Life' With Us Online

Further expanding on his already all-encompassing brand, hustler-turned-mogul Jay-Z is venturing into the online world. Yesterday, Jigga launched Life + Times, a lifestyle and culture site featuring all things cool and worthy of the man's stamp of approval. Expect everything...

ChrisAlexander | 04/06/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Is This Plain White T's Cover Enough To Make You 'Forget' Cee-Lo?

In addition to making their own great music, the Plain White T's have done a damned good job of taking other artists' uber-popular songs and reworking them as their own. Back in 2007, they made waves with their acoustic take...

Ivory | 04/06/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events, First Spin

Yes, Sade, We Are 'Still In Love With You' And Can't Wait To Catch You On Tour

It seems as if Ms. Sade Adu is the gift that keeps on giving these days. After her rather lengthy hiatus, she returned with a vengeance last year with the GRAMMY Award-winning Soldier of Love, her first studio album in...

Ivory | 04/06/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Join Jimmy Fallon In 'Doing Lines' On 'Dance Avenue'

The comedy on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon is either hit or miss most nights, but every once in a while Jimmy Fallon drops a bonafide gem such as he did last night with this Dance Avenue sketch. According to...

Butta | 04/06/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I'm Fascinated By Your Love Toy

Billboard counts down 20 of the most notable celebrity meltdowns. Hug your kids, people. [BB]The teenage sons of the late rapper Nate Dogg plan to follow in his footsteps by recording an album with "Uncle Snoop," DJ Quik, and Game....

ChrisAlexander | 04/06/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

Ebrahim Takes Us On A Trip To D'Angelo's 'Africa'

If your only exposure to Ebrahim has been through his occasional work with Slakah the Beatchild, then you've been missing out on the wealth of material that he has to offer. But thank goodness late passes don't have expiration dates....

Butta | 04/05/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Lose' Yourself With Mara Hruby

In case you have yet to download Mara Hruby's excellent EP of covers, From Her Eyes, then what more do you need to make the free investment? Will another video do the trick? Fine, well here you have Mara caught...

Butta | 04/05/2011 at 4:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Technology Beat

Want More Darien? There's An App For That.

SoulBounce fave Darien was on our mammoth list of 45 Artists We Can't Wait To Get New Albums From In 2011, but it looks like music for his sophomore album isn't the only thing that he's been hard at work...

Butta | 04/05/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music

Kick Back & Relax With 'Sounds From The Couch'

So SXSW is over for another year, and we are still playing catch up on all the fantastic performances and mixes that the event spawned. The latest to catch my eye was a mix that Stone from The Couch Sessions...

SoulUK | 04/05/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Daniel Merriweather Assures Us That It's Gonna Get 'A Little Bit Better'

Once upon a time, a new movie soundtrack was pretty much a guarantee for some solid new music from your fave artists. That's pretty much where the fairy tale ends though. Not sure about you guys, but it's been a...

Ivory | 04/05/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Video SoulBounce

There Is No 'Shame' In Loving This New Jill Scott Song

Well, the wait is finally over, folks. We now have the first single from Jill Scott's upcoming album, Words and Sounds Vol.4: The Light Of The Sun. We gave you a sneak peek behind the scenes at the video shoot...

SoulUK | 04/05/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Rewind, Video SoulBounce

African Artists Show Us That 'To Be Young, Gifted And Black' Is Where It's At

This past weekend while searching far and wide for new Afrobeat music, I happened across this, an update on a classic Nina Simone song by African artists. As part of a campaign for South African-based music station Channel O a...

ChrisAlexander | 04/05/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I'm Hooked On You

Despite her success in the United States, Marsha Ambrosius is not a huge star in her native England. Yeah, we find that hard to believe, too. [TI] Hot 97 DJ and Notorious B.I.G. producer Mister Cee got busted with a...

Butta | 04/05/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Mary J. Blige Is Looking For 'Someone To Love' Her Latest

I had hoped that if I ignored this Mary J. Blige collabo with Diddy and Lil Wayne long enough that it would have just gone away, but no such luck. As a matter of fact, the song on which they...

Butta | 04/04/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

We Got A 'Love Jones' For Bomani Armah's New Mixtape

Bomani Armah -- he of "Read A Book" fame -- is ready for his closeup. No, the "poet with a hip-hop style" hasn't been cast in a feature film, but he is reprising a very famous movie character in his...

Butta | 04/04/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

House of Soul, Video SoulBounce

We 'Wonder' If You'll Love This C.9ine & João Orecchia Collaboration As Much As We Do

South African deep house/electronica duo C.9ine continue full speed ahead with another widely-praised single off their latest release, Sound Garden. This time, the Afrohouse collective gets some help from Johannesburg-based experimental musician João Orecchia. "Wonder" finds them serenading a lady...

ChrisAlexander | 04/04/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Reviews

So What's The Big Deal About Big K.R.I.T. & 'ReturnOf4Eva'?

With the almost deafening buzz surrounding last week's release of Big K.R.I.T.'s ReturnOf4Eva, it may seem as though the 25-year-old Mississippi-born emcee came out of nowhere. However, the reality is that K.R.I.T.'s (whose moniker means "King Remembered In Time") current...

Peachy Kween | 04/04/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ladi6 Does It Live For The Red Bull Music Academy

Ladi6 is becoming quite the SoulBounce fave with her refreshing blend of hip hop and southern hemisphere-soul music. We have already featured two tracks from her latest release The Liberation Of..., the infectious "Bang Bang" and the soothing "Like Water,"...

SoulUK | 04/04/2011 at 12:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink