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This page contains 177 entries posted in June 2011

Contests & Giveaways, Events

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

Portland Bouncers, it's about that time to take off the blues and come on out to see The Foreign Exchange when they come back to your fair city on the 2011 Authenticity Tour. An +FE show is an event not...

Butta | 06/30/2011 at 9:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

I Was There

J*DaVeY Offer Their 'New Designer Drug' On The Road

I still find it criminal that most people haven't discovered the musical genius that is Brook D'Leau and Miss Jack Davey. The duo first burst into my consciousness via "Mr. Mister," their raunchy first single from 2005. Since then, I've...

D-Money | 06/30/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Releases, Video SoulBounce

Hollie Smith & Mara TK Form A 'Band Of Brothers'

I'll admit that when it comes to waiting for new music from the artists I like, I'm very impatient. I do appreciate that if an artist churns out a new album every 12-18 months the quality will, eventually, suffer, but...

SoulUK | 06/30/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Pause For A Cause, Releases

Red Hot Takes It Back To 'Rio' For An All-Star Tribute To Tropicália

Going 22 years strong now, the Red Hot Organization has been a strong force in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Their Red Hot compilations have been a big part of that. The have been able to gather a who's who of...

D-Money | 06/30/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Missy Elliott Goes 'Behind The Music' With VH1

It's been six long years since we have heard anything from Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott. There has been talk of a new album, a single leaked here and there, but the elusive Block Party never saw the light of day. In...

SoulUK | 06/30/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: One For The Money

Can Justin Timberlake help to turn MySpace around? [BB]Javier Colon will get a second shot to make it big in the music biz after winning The Voice. [VH1] Congratulations to Jill Scott on scoring her first number one album on...

Butta | 06/30/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

The Game

What The Game's Been Missing: Duets

While watching the EBT BET Awards this past Sunday, one performance in particular stood out to me as especially riveting to watch: Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle's "Saturday Love." It's easy to assume that the spectacle of two geriatric mature adults...

NubianEmpress | 06/29/2011 at 9:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

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

This is a lovely week to be a fan of The Foreign Exchange. Their first live CD/DVD, Dear Friends: An Evening With The Foreign Exchange, hit stores on Tuesday and they are gearing up to hit the West coast on...

Butta | 06/29/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Slakah The Beatchild Has 'The Cure' For The Common Video

Slakah the Beatchild is solidifying his spot as one of my favorite Canadian exports. The singer/songwriter/producer already has music on lock with a slew of dope releases (Soul Movement Vol. 1, Something Forever), and he's since added a few more...

Butta | 06/29/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Luna Angel Declares 'The City Is Still Mine'

Since popping up on our Bounce-Worthy radar earlier this year, I've been looking forward to more from Luna Angel and I get my wish with the video for her latest, the single "The City Is Still Mine." The track, with...

Butta | 06/29/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

'Watch' Roots Manuva 'Dance'

As I've mentioned before, I'm not much of a hip-hop head, but every once in a while I'll come across a track that demands my attention. I came across one such track today, in the shape of "Watch Me Dance,"...

SoulUK | 06/29/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

There Is No Need To 'Breakdown' Why We Love Alice Russell

If there is one British artist who I'm dying to hear new material from it's Alice Russell. There have been rumors circulating for a few months that 2011 will be the year she follows up 2008's Pot of Gold, but...

SoulUK | 06/29/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Tanya Auclair Pulls You Into Her Fold With 'Origami'

I already heaped well-deserved praise on Tanya Auclair's Origami EP. In a year when the mighty seem to be falling somewhat by the wayside, it's the oft-overlooked indie artists that we need to focus on and support, especially ones who...

SoulUK | 06/29/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Number One Chief Rocka

A new Lenny Kravitz album and a tour to follow? Yes, please. [CNN] Can't get enough of The Voice? You'll get to catch the top 8 contestants on tour. [PRNW] The Temptations' story is one step closer to becoming a...

Butta | 06/29/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Drake Pays A Visit To 'Marvin's Room'

Wheelchair Jimmy Drake had the Internet going nuts when he dropped "Marvin's Room" earlier this month. The song, whose title has nothing to do with the song's subject matter (it's named after the famed Marvin's Room studio that was established...

D-Money | 06/28/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Beyoncé's '4' Puts Her At A Precarious Crossroads

Almost a month before the release of her fourth studio album, 4, Beyoncé found herself in an unfamiliar position -- lead single "Run The World (Girls)" failed to catch on with audiences, igniting (at least in the minds of the...

Remi | 06/28/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Takes Us Deeper In Centric's 'As Written'

I know it has been somewhat of a Jill Scott-OD round these parts of late, but we wouldn't have it any other way. At the time of writing it looks like Ms. Scott will gain her highest Billboard entry to...

SoulUK | 06/28/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: We Don't Got Nothing To Prove

Leonardo DiCaprio may join Beyoncé in a remake of A Star Is Born. Will Smith, too, perhaps. [S&A]Kelly Rowland's album cover has been revealed, and it's sexy without doing too much. [CL]Kanye West takes his G.O.O.D. Music label to Def...

Butta | 06/28/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

There Won't Be 'No Half Steppin'' On Big Daddy Kane's 'Unsung'

The Unsung episode that I and other hip-hop heads have been waiting on premieres tonight when TVOne takes us behind the mic with Big Daddy Kane. Although he is one of the baddest rappers to ever spit, Kane has surprisingly...

Butta | 06/27/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Kindred The Family Soul Make 'Magic Happen'

If you caught our "Twitterview" with husband and wife duo Kindred the Family Soul, then you'll know that they hooked up with none other than in-demand music video director Matthew A. Cherry to collaborate on the video for their single...

D-Money | 06/27/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

We 'Heart' This New Tokyo Dawn Compilation

In need of a dose of great R&B, soul, funk, and jazz? Need a one-stop compilation to fulfill all your needs? Then look no further than Tokyo Dawn Records' latest release, The Heart Volume 2. Following from The Heart and...

SoulUK | 06/27/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Soul Cynic, SoulTube

The 2011 BET Awards: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

The BET Awards, without fail, offer up a distinct brand of buffoonery every summer that never ceases to entertain. They are the terrible crash you want to bypass completely but you couldn't take your eyes off of it even if...

NubianEmpress | 06/27/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

JKriv Gives Us A 'Love Token' From Deep&Disco

With the excitement of launching his new Deep&Disco Recordings label, JKriv wanted to treat early supporters to a little somethin' somethin' to show his appreciation. The result is the classically soulful re-work, "Love Token." This groovy track hits you with...

Peachy Kween | 06/27/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: My Waist Bone's Connected To My Hip Bone

Michael Jackson's Thriller jacket snagged $1.8 million at an auction. Who's bad? [E!]What's Common's deal? Ask Warner Bros. Records where he just signed a new one. [BB]Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt celebrates its 15th anniversary. Feel old yet? [VIBE]Ne-Yo plans to do...

Butta | 06/27/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Are You 'Gonna Love' This Jennifer Hudson Video?

Jennifer Hudson is skinny now. Did you know that? Of course you did. And since she's enjoying the hell out of her new body (including new "erms" and a new lacefront smile), she's going to do a bunch of things she's...

ChrisAlexander | 06/24/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Estelle & Rick Ross 'Break' For Love

Let's get this straight off the bat -- Estelle is not a powerhouse singer. She is, however, very adept at holding a tune, keeping her hair laid, and pushing her ta-tas up to the heavens, all of which she...

NubianEmpress | 06/24/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

'Wallow' In Brook D'Leau's 'World'

As their New Designer Drug 2011 summer promotional tour picks up steam, J*DaVeY is making sure to stay fresh in our minds and in rotation on our iPods. As we wait for New Designer Drug to fall from the sky,...

ChrisAlexander | 06/24/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Take A Deep 'Breath' & Get Lost In Nikko Gray

Our love for Nikko Gray runs deep here at SoulBounce. We have yet to come across a single song from Ms Gray that we haven't fallen deeply and madly in love with, and that's saying a lot as she is...

SoulUK | 06/24/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Releases

Alison Carney Takes Us On A Wild Ride To 'Wonderland'

Butta already mentioned the Janelle Monáe vibe she was getting from Alison Carney's "Japanese Candy" when it dropped last week, and now that her full LP, alisonWonderland, has been released I'm sure the comparisons will continue. Similar to Monáe, Alison...

SoulUK | 06/24/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

SBTRKT's New Video Is Hot As A 'Wildfire'

My new obsession with SBTRKT, and in particular the track "Wildfire" with Yukimi Nagano, just got turned up a notch with the release of the official video for the track. The video features a Yukimi lookalike laying in bed as...

SoulUK | 06/24/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

'Soul Train' Will Be Pulling Into The Smithsonian Soon

The Soul Train will be making a stop in the DC Metro area very soon. According to the Washington Post arts blog, the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture recently acquired of five pieces of memorabilia from...

NubianEmpress | 06/24/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: I Don't Think You're Ready For This Thang

After being sentenced to 10 years in jail for a drug deal, Buju Banton can say boom bye bye to his freedom. [TG] Get some Africa In Your Earbuds with this first mixtape in a new series from Okayafrica. [OKA]YN's...

Butta | 06/24/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To See J*DaVeY & Elevator Fight In Concert!

After kicking off their New Designer Drug promo tour at a kick-ass show earlier this week in NYC, J*DaVeY will be bringing the dope to the DMV on Monday, June 27th to the Black Cat. Word is that this show...

Butta | 06/23/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Cee-Lo Shows 'The Voice' How Dapper He Is In 'Bright Lights Bigger City'

Much like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get with a Cee-Lo Green performance. You rarely see the same show twice (at least amongst his televised performances), which is what I love about the rotund rapscallion....

Butta | 06/23/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Seun Anikulapo Kuti Is Ready To 'Rise'

Carrying much more than just his name (and striking good looks) Seun Anikulapo Kuti has his father's musical legacy deeply rooted. And with this week's release of From Africa With Fury: Rise, Fela's youngest son, who also fronts the legendary...

Peachy Kween | 06/23/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

SBTRKT & Sampha Want You To 'Hold On'

Mysterious masked London-based producer SBTRKT has become somewhat of a obsession for the dance music blogs over the last 12 months. His mix of UK dance, dub-step, bass, 2-step, and garage music has proven quite a heady cocktail, and the...

SoulUK | 06/23/2011 at 3:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Feel MeLo-X's 'Heartbeat' On This Quadron Remix

I think it's safe to say that anyone who heard Quadron's self-titled debut is itching to get their hands on some newness from the Danish duo. While both the artists and their label Plug Research remain tight-lipped on any follow-up...

SoulUK | 06/23/2011 at 2:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

No I.D.'s Cocaine 80s & Common Bring You 'Summer Madness'

It seems everyone these days is talking about cocaine in one way or another. Add producer extraordinaire No I.D. and his mysterious collective Cocaine 80s to that list. The collective consists of Steve Wyreman, Rob Kinelski, Kevin Randolph, James Fauntleroy,...

D-Money | 06/23/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Who Knew 'Someone Like' Antonique Smith Could Sing Like This?

If you're scratching your head as to who Antonique Smith, don't worry, you're not alone. The actress didn't appear on my radar until I had the dubious pleasure of seeing the Biggie Smalls biopic Notorious. Antonique played Faith Evans...

D-Money | 06/23/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Does Q Parker's '1+1' Add Up?

Thanks to technological advancements such as YouTube and file sharing, it's now easier than ever for artists to skip the big label middle man to bring their music to the masses. However, it's also been a gift and a curse,...

Ivory | 06/23/2011 at 11:15 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Baby, You Know I'm Worth It

Word on the curb is that record execs are worried that Beyoncé's album is going to bomb. [NYP] Swizz Beatz takes it off. He needs to promptly put it back on. [NB]Missy Elliott will reveal her health problems that have...

Butta | 06/23/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

The Game

What The Game's Been Missing: The Summer Jam

Summer jams are to June, July, and August what water is to fish. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's "Summertime" wasn't a hit for no reason. Every year that song comes on the radio and every year it is...

NubianEmpress | 06/22/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Are 'Notorious' For Making Good Music

After keeping us on ice for so long, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Ayah are wasting no time in heating us up with new music. Earlier this week we heard a snippet of the song "Notorious" in a video of them...

Butta | 06/22/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Will You 'Lust' For Matti Roots?

I love how more and more artists are reaching back to the '80s to create new music with that authentic throwback flavor. And if you're going to reach anywhere, then what better place to look than in Prince's purple catalog?...

Butta | 06/22/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Yes, Jill, We 'Love Soul Bounce,' Too

Now that The Light of the Sun is shining on us, Jill Scott lovers the world over are basking in the album's afterglow. Ever since getting wind of the tracklist, there was one song in particular that we here at...

Butta | 06/22/2011 at 2:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

John Legend Surprises Church & Shows Them 'How' He 'Got Over'

Before John Legend was "John Legend" he was plain ol' John Stephens. While he attended school at the University of Pennsylvania, he worked his way through by serving as a musical director for several churches. So it was only...

D-Money | 06/22/2011 at 12:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

DMV Bouncers: Get A Taste Of Mar At 'Freshly Squeezed'

Dutch vocalist Mar will be getting juicy with DMV listeners this week at the Freshly Squeezed DC Soft Launch coordinated in part by The Couch Sessions. He'll be performing on Thursday, June 23rd at the Gibson Guitar Showroom at 709...

NubianEmpress | 06/22/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Single, Sexy And Sweet

File under We Saw This Coming: Amy Winehouse cancels her European tour. [PPL] File under This Could Be A Good Look: Ne-Yo has started a division of his record label to find and nurture Jamaican talent. Boom fiyah! [JO] File...

Butta | 06/22/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win A Chance To Meet & Greet Anthony David & Algebra!

Anthony David and Algebra are killing it right now with their smash duet "4evermore." You've probably heard this song everywhere from the radio to your cousin's wedding reception lately, and if you live in the Washington, DC area you'll get...

Butta | 06/21/2011 at 10:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Want To Be In An Eric Roberson Video? Here's Your Chance!

Eric Roberson is going to make a lot of his fans happy with today's announcement that he's casting extras for his video for "Summertime Anthem" that will be filmed this weekend in New York City. Our favorite music video director,...

Butta | 06/21/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Rumour Has It' That Jeremih Tried To Sing Adele's Song

What a lot of mainstream R&B singers lack in talent they more than make up for in gumption. Let's take Jeremih, for example. He of "Birthday Sex" and "Down On Me" "fame" took it upon himself to cover an Adele...

Butta | 06/21/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Move Your Feet To Lucas Santtana's 'Super Violão Mashup'

High on my bucket list is taking a trip to Brazil one of these days, but until that becomes a reality I have artists such as singer/songwriter/producer Lucas Santtana who can take me on a faraway journey with his music....

Butta | 06/21/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Theophilus London Makes Sure You Remember His 'Name'

Theophilus London is one of the coolest rappers in the game right now. The Brooklyn resident may not have widespread name recognition just yet, but he's well on his way to making that a reality. London has an undeniable swagger...

NubianEmpress | 06/21/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Sandra Nkake & Friends Save 'A Place' For Gil Scott-Heron

Although it's almost been a month since we lost Gil Scott-Heron, the tributes to the late icon have continued to pour in. The latest to make its way to the forefront is "A Place For You," the brainchild of Parisian...

Ivory | 06/21/2011 at 2:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Jill Scott Takes Us On A Journey To The 'Sun'

A new Jill Scott album is like a visit from your favorite cousin that you only see every once in a while. It's because her albums have such an intimate feel to them. The Light of the Sun takes this...

D-Money | 06/21/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

UK Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Carmen Rodgers, Tamara Wellons & More In Concert!

In what will be the second of Keep The Faith's NeoSoulWW series -- an event that aims to showcase the best indie soul from around the world -- Carmen Rodgers will be returning to UK shores for the first time...

SoulUK | 06/21/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Will Frank Ocean's 'Novacane' Leave You Numb?

You can say a lot about singer/songwriter Frank Ocean and his OFWGKTA (a ridiculous acronym that's too much to explain; if you don't know, Google it), but one thing rings true: Frank is a very creative boy. Twitter beefs with...

D-Money | 06/21/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Baby, That's Just Why I Can't Get Enough

A new Gnarls Barkley album? Cee-Lo says it's already in the works. [IDOL]Tina Knowles -- or Miss Tina to you -- is quite a piece of work according to people who were around her at Beyoncé's "Best Thing I Never...

Butta | 06/21/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Ledisi Wants Us To 'Stay Together'

Those of you who have copped Ledisi's Pieces of Me since its' release last week (or have at least seen the tracklisting) may well be expecting to read a discussion of Ledisi's duet with Jaheim. When I saw the tracklist...

SoulUK | 06/20/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jesse Boykins III Is Anything But 'Plain'

It occurred to me the other day that it's been a good minute since we've heard new, original material from Jesse Boykins III. Sure, he's delivered us some banging covers accompanied by intriguing videos (and even gotten behind the camera...

Butta | 06/20/2011 at 5:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, House of Soul

JKriv Provides More Than Just 'Another Night'

Now that summer is upon us, my ears have been on a desperate hunt to locate a summer anthem. The search may be over thanks to Tortured Soul member JKriv's latest soul-filled venture. The multi-tasking bass player, producer, and songwriter...

Ivory | 06/20/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Cee-Lo & The Neptunes Build Some Strong 'Bridges'

It seems like you can't throw a rock without hitting a new or unreleased track from Cee-Lo Green. The past few months have seen numerous collaborations and solo efforts surface, and he also recently put out the video for "I...

D-Money | 06/20/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Vindahl Shows That 'Sometimes' Going Solo Pays Off

In addition to being a member of Boom Clap Bachelors and the group Non+ (alongside fellow BCB member Robin Hannibal and Tuco Ifill), Vindahl (aka Ronnie Vindahl) is also a solo artist. He is currently hard at work on his...

SoulUK | 06/20/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Debórah Bond Shows She Is Still 'The One'

Finally, almost nine years after the release of her stunning debut DayAfter, Debórah Bond is set to release her follow up album, Madam Palindrome. DayAfter showcased Debórah's effortless vocals and penchant for jazz-inflected soul music, and if the album sampler...

SoulUK | 06/20/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah Are 'Back' With Something 'Notorious'

When Ayah told me a few weeks ago that her project with DJ Jazzy Jeff would finally see the light of day this year, I told her that I would believe it when I see it. It's not that I...

Butta | 06/20/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Put On Quite A 'Show' With Anthony Hamilton For Jay Leno

My, my, my. Jill Scott put on her red dress, stepped into her f--k me pumps, and exuded confidence and sex appeal for days on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno Friday night. She brought Anthony Hamilton with her to...

Butta | 06/20/2011 at 11:15 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

Clarence Clemons (1942-2011)

Clarence Clemons, 'Big Man' of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, Dead at 69 [BB] Clarence Clemons [Official][Wiki]...

Butta | 06/20/2011 at 10:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: So I'll Call You My Best Friend

The rest of the world is finally catching up and realizing what we knew a long time ago -- that music video director Matthew Cherry is the bomb. [EUR]Amy Winehouse is back up to her old tricks and has canceled...

Butta | 06/20/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Thievery Corporation & More In Concert!

The outdoor concert season is in full effect. What better way to see your favorite artists than under the sun or the moon and stars? It's a win-win situation that you really can't beat, and NYC Bouncers will get to...

Butta | 06/17/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Tall Black Guy Takes Us To 'Hollyweird 2.0'

This week Tall Black Guy, or TBG for short, returned to bless us with another installment of the Hollyweird series. Hollyweird takes listeners on a soulfully funky journey that experiments with West Coast sounds and TBG's Midwestern roots along the...

Peachy Kween | 06/17/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Creative Control Invites You Into Sarah White's 'Living Room'

Have you ever wanted a intimate peek into your favorite artist's life and thought process? If you answered yes, then Creative Control and Caits Meissner have just what you need. They've come together to bring you "The Living Room Sessions,"...

D-Money | 06/17/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Open Your 'Eyes' & Ears To Benny Sings

Nothing quite beats the excitement of coming across an artist, who you had no idea existed only minutes ago, and falling in love with their sound from the jump off. The icing on the cake is when you discover that,...

SoulUK | 06/17/2011 at 2:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Basement Jaxx vs. Metropole Orkest: Dance Goes Orchestral

Basement Jaxx, the duo comprising Felix Buxton and Simon Ratcliffe, are responsible for crafting some of the catchiest dance music to come out of the UK in the last decade, both in terms of their own material and remixes for...

SoulUK | 06/17/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Kindred The Family Soul's 'Love Has No Recession'

There is just something special about Kindred the Family Soul. Sure we get to hear numerous love song duets from some of our favorite soul artists but the fact that these two are actually in love, and not just pretending,...

SoulUK | 06/17/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Smash It And Bang

After stepping down as head honcho at Def Jam and joining the judging panel of X Factor USA, L.A. Reid has been named head of Epic Records. [TGJ]La Toya Jackson still has unanswered questions about her brother Michael Jackson's death,...

ChrisAlexander | 06/17/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To Attend The Summer Soul Session Vol. 2!

DMV Bouncers are invited to celebrate one year of the LivSuite bringing good artists and even better music to the scene in the Washington, DC area with their Soul Session events. They are kicking off their second year -- or...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See J*DaVeY In Concert!

Fresh from their New World Culture tour, which got rave reviews as it snaked across the country, J*DaVeY is back on the road. This time they're on the New Designer Drug promo tour, which means that the album might be...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Van Hunt Returns In June With 'June'

Eclectic soul funkster Van Hunt is back in the saddle. After his third album, Popular, leaked and got scrapped by the label, then Hunt himself dropped from said label in 2007, he blessed fans with some goodies from his vault...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Crowd Participation, The Interwebs, Video SoulBounce

Participate In SoulBounce's 'Twitterview' With Kindred The Family Soul

SoulBouncers, here's your chance to participate in SoulBounce's first-ever "Twitterview" with Kindred the Family Soul. Our favorite husband and wife soul-singing duo will be sitting down with me on Friday, June 17th at 12 noon EST to answer all of...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Lil' Mo Should've Left This One 'On The Floor'

On this edition of "When Bad Songs Happen to Great Singers" we have former Missy Elliott protegé Lil' Mo. I once saw Lil' Mo perform at a club in Atlanta three years ago. She was an absolute wild woman, growling...

D-Money | 06/16/2011 at 2:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Siik Gives Brandy His 'Best'

It was the summer of '95 and teen R&B queen Brandy Norwood was still riding high off the success of her singles "I Wanna Be Down" and "Baby" when she released her third single "Best Friend." It has stood the...

D-Money | 06/16/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Kim Burrell Gives You Nothin' But 'Love' On Her Latest

There's not much to say about Kim Burrell that hasn't already been said before, but it all bears repeating. One of the most revered voices in gospel music today, the Houston-native continues to amaze on her latest, The Love Album....

D-Money | 06/16/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Hilz Hopes You Go 'Loopy Loo' Over Her New Album

If you inspect the picture above close enough you may just come to realize that you recognize the lady in it. I had to do a few double takes and squint a bit, but, yes, the lady above is in...

SoulUK | 06/16/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Let's Do This All Night

Two men were arrested outside of Joss Stone's London home after plotting to rob and murder the singer. Her new song isn't that bad, fellas. [BBC]Beyoncé is slaying her contemporaries in the new issue of W magazine. [RU]Jennifer Lopez might...

Butta | 06/16/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

The Game

What The Game's Been Missing: The Quiet Storm

It's been a long day. You got to work early and stayed late slaving over a presentation for your client, who promptly let you know that it wasn't "up to snuff." The man you share cubicle space with smells like...

NubianEmpress | 06/15/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Can Joss Stone 'Somehow' Win You Over?

Oh, the conundrum that is Joss Stone. When I first heard her, back when she was Questlove-approved, I felt like she had so much potential. Here was this very young girl covering huge songs and, for the most part, delivering...

D-Money | 06/15/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Rahsaan Patterson's '6 AM' Will Get You Going In The Mornings

Rahsaan Patterson's Bleuphoria has been a long time coming, but it looks like one of the most consistent men in the game will deliver another gem when it finally hits shelves on July 19th. The first single "Easier Said Than...

SoulUK | 06/15/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'You' Need To Watch Out For Ayah

When Ayah surprised us late last month with a new song, it was great to hear her again. Now with the short film for "When It Comes To You," it's even better to see her in action. Directed by her...

Butta | 06/15/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Beat Those 'Blues' With The Latest Visuals From Dego

OK, so it's Wednesday, but sometimes those "Monday Blues" can't be shaken off in a day. If that's the case, then take a look at Dego's new video for this instrumental track taken from his upcoming album, A Wha' Him...

SoulUK | 06/15/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Soulpersona & Princess Freesia Take Us To 'Babylon'

Full-on concept albums can be a little tricky to pull off. Generating enough quality material that conforms to a particular theme/idea is difficult, but, assuming the original concept is strong (see: Janelle Monáe), they can often turn out to be...

SoulUK | 06/15/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Lauryn Hill Did Her 'Thing' On 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon'

Last month the always-polarizing Ms. Lauryn Hill performed "Could You Be Loved" and "Chances Are" as part of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon's Bob Marley tribute run. Opinions on her performances were varied, however the general consensus was that Lauryn...

SoulUK | 06/15/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Kicks & Giggles, Video SoulBounce

This Is A Joke, Right?: Gold Diggin Divas 'Codependent'

Trifling is the best way to describe the Nawlins-bred and LA-based sister act The Kardashians Gold Diggin Divas video for their song "Codependent," where they cacaphonously cluck about their desire to live off the bankroll of some mythical high-roller. Among...

NubianEmpress | 06/15/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Do You Wanna Get Licky?

Brandy got her sexy on in a new Derek Blanks photo shoot. [CL] After Lasers' success, Lupe Fiasco is working on another album. So much for retiring. [BB]Christina Aguilera will join Maroon 5 on a new song. Cue oversouling in...

Butta | 06/15/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Have A Piece Of Alison Carney's 'Japanese Candy'

Alison Carney is prepping for the release of her long-awaited new album, alisonWonderland, and her homebase will get the first listen to the project tonight at her release party/concert in Washington, DC. But for the rest of the world not...

Butta | 06/14/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Terri Walker Takes Us To 'Wonderland' On New Mixtape

The last time we heard from UK songstress Terri Walker was way back in February when she released the clip for her song "So Hard." Since then, fans anticipating her new album have been waiting...and waiting...and waiting still on her...

D-Money | 06/14/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

I Was There

Alex Boyd Let's His 'Light' Shine in NYC

The Rose Club at the Plaza Hotel in New York City is perhaps one of the swankiest bars you could ever see. It overlooks the the lobby of the famed hotel and is draped in extravagant fabrics. The sophisticated...

D-Money | 06/14/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Tanya Auclair Creates Sonic Shapes On 'Origami'

Tanya Auclair has been remarkably consistent in her relatively short, yet fruitful musical career. First, she dropped the underground gem that was her Thrum EP, then she collaborated with YULT on The Animal Inside, and most recently she covered the...

SoulUK | 06/14/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Nas Gets 'Nasty' On New Single

Just when you thought the music scene couldn't get any hotter this summer, here comes Nas with some new heat for the masses. Coming off the heels of touring with Damian Marley to promote last year's Distant Relatives, Nas has...

D-Money | 06/14/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Video SoulBounce

Omar Is 'The Man' & Will Prove It On His Upcoming Album

After he released the ridiculously infectious "Dancing" alongside Zed Bias, and re-released his Sing (If You Want It) album via Tru Thoughts, I was quietly confident that we would soon hear news of an album of brand new material from...

SoulUK | 06/14/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

YahZarah Needs Her Fans To 'Come Save The Day'

Life can be tough for the indie artist. Without the big bucks of a major label, it often falls to the artists themselves (and their fans) to fund projects, whether that be a new album, single, or side project. This...

SoulUK | 06/14/2011 at 11:15 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You Need A Spanking, Baby

Still rocking that sexy new beard, Maxwell looked rather dapper at the Tony Awards this past Sunday night. [RU]Ledisi is aiming for mainstream success with Pieces of Me and has her first top 10 single. [BB]Cee-Lo's new late-night talk show...

Butta | 06/14/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

The Foreign Exchange & Amber And Paris Strother Of KING Sound Sweet As 'Kisses'

The Foreign Exchange are at it again. Phonte teamed up with ingenues Amber and Paris Strother of KING to give fans "All the Kisses," a song that is quite literally as sweet as a forehead kiss. With the spirit of...

NubianEmpress | 06/14/2011 at 12:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Dallas Bouncers: Win Tickets To See PJ Morton & Monica Blaire In Concert!

The city of Dallas is still celebrating after last night's commanding Mavericks victory over the Heat in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Dallas Bouncers can keep the party going all week at the Brown Sugar Suite on Friday, June...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 9:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

DMV Bouncers: Experience 'Wonderland' At Alison Carney's Album Release Party

DMV native Alison Carney will take local music lovers to Wonderland on Tuesday, June 14th at her alisonWonderland album release party. Ms. Carney is no stranger to us at SoulBounce Headquarters, because she's already won the hearts (and ears) of...

NubianEmpress | 06/13/2011 at 6:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Breaks Down Her Process Of Making Music

It's hard to believe that the June 21st release date for Jill Scott's The Light of the Sun is a week away. If you haven't had a chance to listen to NPR's exclusive sneak preview of the album yet, then...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 5:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Who's The 'Boss'? Just Ask Syleena Johnson.

SoulBounce fave Syleena Johnson is back sporting a jazzy new look and rocking our ear canals with "A Boss," her fresh-to-death single from her upcoming album, Chapter 5: Underrated. It sounds like this time around Syleena is taking no shorts,...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Marsha Ambrosius Has A Sexy Message For You In 'Late Nights & Early Mornings'

My favorite song from Marsha Ambrosius' solo debut, Late Nights & Early Mornings, is the track of the same name, and I'm so glad that she chose to release it as a single because now we get to see a...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 2:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Ledisi Is In Full Bloom In 'Pieces Of Me'

Ledisi lets us into her secret garden in the video for "Pieces of Me," the title track from her new album in stores this week. Looking even more gorgeous than the flowers that surround her, Led is the centerpiece in...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 1:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

The 'iSHE + Hezekiah Project' Is A Success

What began as a mutual respect for each others immense talent turned into the partnering of Southern Cali native iSHE with Philly resident Hezekiah, and nine (yes, nine) days later the iSHE + Hezekiah Project was born. In a time...

Peachy Kween | 06/13/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Raheem DeVaughn To Debut Internet Radio Show

Clearly Raheen DeVaughn, aka Radio Raheem, is living up to his nickname. The DMV resident and all-around talented singer is scheduled to roll out his newest venture, The Raheem DeVaughn Radio Show, this weekend. Premiering on June 19th from 7-9...

NubianEmpress | 06/13/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: How Do You Like Your Eggs?

Want to hear Jill Scott's The Light of the Sun right now? Bounce on over to NPR for their exclusive listening party. [NPR] Use this program to create your '90s rap name and share in the comments section. (We're SoulBounce...

Butta | 06/13/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

See Why The Spinners Were 'One Of A Kind' On The Next Episode of 'Unsung'

This new season of TVOne's Unsung is shaping up to be one of my favorite yet, especially with one of my favorite male groups up next to be profiled. The Spinners ruled the '70s with their sweet soul harmonies that...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Releases

Mathematics & Peter Hadar Present '2 Seconds From Being Committed'

After numerous delays and rescheduled releases, Mathematics and Peter Hadar are finally ready to let the world hear what they've been working on since 2003 with the official release of 2 Seconds From Being Committed on June 14th. Lucky for...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Jamiroquai Know How To Make Us 'Smile'

Jamiroquai's last album, Rock Dust Light Star, seemingly came and went without even getting a US release, which was unfortunate although it wasn't their best work. Now with the unexpected freelease of the song "Smile" via their SoundCloud page this...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 4:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events, Pause For A Cause

Erykah Badu, Roy Ayers, Eric Roberson & More To Celebrate 2Pac's 40th Birthday In Atlanta

If he were alive, Tupac Shakur would be celebrating his 40th birthday this month. Though he may have often been controversial, he left behind a musical legacy that is still being mined today. Though he's no longer with us, his...

D-Money | 06/10/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Luca Dimoon

You never know when you're going to find good music or when good music is going to find you. In that regard, I was introduced to singer Luca Dimoon in the most random of ways. A January 1st bus ride...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Jagged Edge Let Their Love 'Flow'

The gentlemen whose velour tracksuits and Timberland boots defined my youth are back to sing about love in all its forms, particularly of the intravenous variety. Jagged Edge return with "Flow Through My Veins," a new single which is sweet,...

NubianEmpress | 06/10/2011 at 1:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Everything Goes' Only Children's 'Way'

Take one part Nikko Gray, one part Def Sound, one part retro pop, and one part futuristic funk and you have the makings of Only Children, a new collaborative project from the two artists. The first single "Everything Goes Our...

Butta | 06/10/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Free Music, Mixtape Roundup

You Need To Be 'All Over' This DJ Brainchild & Dego Mix

Dego is the man who just keeps on giving. First, he dropped some free, unreleased gems that didn't quite make his upcoming album (here and here). Then he released a very tasty sampler of A Wha' Him Deh Pon that...

SoulUK | 06/10/2011 at 11:45 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

The Floacist & Raheem DeVaughn Want To 'Keep It Going'

I think that Natalie 'The Floacist' Stewart's Floetic Soul was an album that, unfortunately, was slept on by many. It arrived with little fanfare and most people had their sights set on the release of her former partner-in-music's Late Nights...

SoulUK | 06/10/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Morning Soul: I Found An Angel

Kelly Rowland's new album gets a release date. Hopefully fans will be motivated to buy it. [RU]Flo Rida's blood alcohol level was anything but low, low, low, low, low when he caught a DUI charge yesterday. [PPL]Clive Davis says to...

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

Contests & Giveaways, Events

Baltimore Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Musiq Soulchild In Concert!

Baltimore Bouncers, if you want to feel some Musiq Soulchild magic, then good thing for you that he's coming to Rams Head Live! on Tuesday, June 14th. An even better thing would be to see one of the most consistent...

Butta | 06/09/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Video SoulBounce

Alicia Keys' 'Songs In A Minor' Gets A Major Re-Release

Long before taking up residency in a quaint little cottage in The Land Outside Her Natural Vocal Range, Alicia Keys was a breath of fresh air for the world of R&B. Her debut, Songs In A Minor, seamlessly meshing contemporary...

ChrisAlexander | 06/09/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Marques Toliver Shows 'Heart' & Soul In His New Video

Go right ahead and add Marques Toliver to my list of new musical obsessions for 2011. Even though I've only heard a four-track EP from him, he had me from the off with this awe-inspiring performance, and everything I've heard...

SoulUK | 06/09/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Dego Asks 'A Wha' Him Deh Pon?' On His New Album

Dego has been releasing a handful of free gems recently, so it should come as no surprise that the man behind 4hero, 2000black, and Silhouette Brown is set to release a new album, this time under his own name. A...

SoulUK | 06/09/2011 at 1:45 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Janelle Monáe Confirms New Album In The Works, Fandroids Cry Tears Of Joy

It doesn't seem like it's been over a year since Janelle Monáe blessed us with her magnum opus The ArchAndroid, but it has. In the time since, Monáe has been hitting stages across the world on a variety of tours....

D-Money | 06/09/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To See PJ Morton In Concert!

PJ Morton has been quite busy bringing a little extra soul to Maroon 5 on their concert tours, but let's not forget that he is quite an accomplished artist in his own right. DMV Bouncers will get to see PJ...

Butta | 06/09/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'It Ain't Hard to Tell' That Elzhi Will Prevail

Michael Jackson's "Human Nature" is definitely an immortal song. Detroit lyricist Elzhi recently released the video for "It Ain't Hard to Tell," his tribute to Nas' work of the same name, which itself sample's Jackson's earlier work. Slum Village alum...

NubianEmpress | 06/09/2011 at 11:30 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

UK Bouncers: Catch J*DaVeY, Jesse Boykins III & Sarah Fonteyne At Aesthetic Sounds' 6th Birthday Bash

Billed as the "no.1 live soul music event in the UK," Aesthetic Sounds has been consistently delivering some of hottest soul and hip-hop artists to London audiences for the past five years. Just this year they have put on shows...

SoulUK | 06/09/2011 at 10:45 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Congratulations, I Thought It Would Have Been Me

Beyoncé took to Facebook to address her new album springing a leak. [TIRNB] See the creative and style evolution of Prince through the years. [TR] Despite a frenzy that Erykah Badu caused on Twitter, reps say that Motown has not...

Butta | 06/09/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

The Game

What The Game's Been Missing: Wardrobe

The best part of Soul Train wasn't Don Cornelius' deep, gravelly voice or often deadpan delivery. Nor was it the funky music that rocked the bodies of the black and brown folks that showed up every week to get their...

NubianEmpress | 06/08/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music, Pause For A Cause

'Untold Songs' Gets The Remix Treatment

If you need further convincing that the Untold Songs Volume One compilation, in support of Amnesty International's "Stop Violence Against Women" campaign, is worth purchasing when it's released next week (£5 for 23 tracks is a bargain!) then let this...

SoulUK | 06/08/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Get 'Together' With Toussaint

A lot of times when a track is very smooth it doesn't necessarily stand out on its own, it can just be experienced in a inconsequential, auxiliary way. Have you ever put on a new album and let it run...

Cmongoodlives | 06/08/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Releases

Bah Samba Wants You To Dance In The 'Moonlight'

Latin, funk, disco, house, bossa...these are just a few of the words that have been used to describe Bah Samba (aka Julien Bendal) in his over 15-year musical career. Well known as the man who discovered UK soulstress Alice Russell...

SoulUK | 06/08/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

All Aboard Nikko Gray's 'Rollercoaster'

It's been just over a year since Nikko Gray released her Love Seen album, and she has been a very busy lady in the interim, so it was with some surprise that I pressed play on her new video for...

SoulUK | 06/08/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Is This Mary J. Blige Song A Hit Or A 'Miss'?

Mary J. Blige ain't nothin' to mess with. The queen of hip-hop soul offers up the new track "Miss Me With That," a soulful missive that wrestles with the fallout of a lover's lies. She falls back on the material...

NubianEmpress | 06/08/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Spend A Few 'London Minutes' With Mar

Amsterdam native Mar gave London's PinBoardBlog a special taste of his talent with an untitled interlude for their "London Minutes" series, and it is nothing short of a dream. Mar plays a melody on his acoustic guitar that is reminiscent...

NubianEmpress | 06/08/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Sat Down To Write You A Letter, Promised I'd Write It Today

Days before hitting the road on tour with Britney Spears, Nicki Minaj promises to actually be interesting on stage. [MTV]Has the spotlight dimmed permanently for baby maker extraordinaire Lauryn Hill? [TG]Winnie Mandela is "insulted" that she wasn't consulted for the...

ChrisAlexander | 06/08/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To Attend Meshell Ndegeocello's Prince Tribute Concert!

News of Meshell Ndegeocello returning to the Washington, DC area should be enough to have DMV Bouncers clamoring to snatch up tickets to see her live. In the event that you need extra incentive, what if that show was a...

Butta | 06/07/2011 at 8:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways

SoulBouncers: Win A Copy Of 'Prince: Chaos, Disorder, And Revolution'

Prince may no longer celebrate his birthday since becoming a Jehovah's Witness, but that can't stop us from bowing down to honor his greatness on this, a day that should rightfully be a national holiday. Everyday is a good day...

Butta | 06/07/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Reviews

Prince Biography Details The 'Chaos, Disorder, And Revolution'

That Prince Rogers Nelson didn't debut on this earth from inside a puff of purple smoke, with a laser light show and parade announcing his arrival was news to me. The fact that the man wasn't born drenched in awesome,...

ChrisAlexander | 06/07/2011 at 4:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Eric Roberson's 'Summertime Anthem' Is Right On Time

As the days grow longer and hotter (especially if you're in ATL, why oh why did no one warn me?) we all know that summer is on the horizon. And what better way to welcome these warm days than with...

Peachy Kween | 06/07/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Soul Cynic, Video SoulBounce

Is Kanye's 'Monster' Too Much, Too Little, Too Late?

With the official release of the video for Kanye West's "Monster," I'm reminded of the arguments I had when the first version leaked at the tail end of last year, wherein I yelled how that version was in no way...

Remi | 06/07/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Beyoncé & Andre 3000 Have A 'Party' Over Here

Ever since the tracklist for Beyoncé's 4 surfaced, I've been most looking forward to one track in particular, and now it's leaked. "Party" is produced by none other than Kanye West himself and features hip-hop disappearing act Andre 3000 (seriously,...

D-Money | 06/07/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

Jill Scott Brings More 'Sun' Your Way This Month

With The Light of the Sun only two weeks away, Jill Scott is going full steam ahead with the album's promotion. First, you can catch Jill online as she continues her "Light of the Sundays" vignettes. This week's video reveals...

D-Money | 06/07/2011 at 12:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Colette Lets Us Know She Is 'Ready For Love'

Collette's cover of Erykah Badu's "Orange Moon" had us thoroughly impressed here at SBHQ and had me convinced, after one spin, that her Coco By Request EP would be worth picking up. As well as giving us a glimpse at...

SoulUK | 06/07/2011 at 11:45 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: You're My Man, I'mYour Girl

Solange is racking up endorsement deals. [TGJ]Sorry, Jennifer Hudson, but Winnie Mandela still isn't trying to hear all this biopic stuff. [MB] After wearing everything from meat to a living dress in the past year, Lady Gaga was named a...

Butta | 06/07/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Events

DMV Bouncers: Don't Miss The Ledisi 'Pieces Of Me' Listening Party

DMV Bouncers should feel real special right now. Why, you ask? Well, you'll be amongst the first people in the country to get an exclusive first listen of Ledisi's new album, Pieces of Me, before it hits stores on June...

Butta | 06/06/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Anais Aida Rises 'Above' Your Average Remake

It seems as if moreso than in previous years that 2011 is turning out to be the Year of the Remake. We've heard some good, some bad, and some downright fugly, but in the case of France-born, NYC-based singer Anais...

Butta | 06/06/2011 at 4:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Pause For A Cause

Women Unite With Their 'Untold Songs' In Support Of Amnesty International

What's better than a 23-track compilation of great music from some of the most promising female talent around? A 23-track compilation that is also in support of a very worthwhile cause, that's what. Untold Songs: Volume One, the brainchild of...

SoulUK | 06/06/2011 at 3:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

'What Ever' Happened To The Luv Bugz?...Ask Dego

Remember The Luv Bugz? Keyknow and I were only discussing the duo over the weekend after he dropped his Acoustically Speaking mix, which featured their song "Sunny Days." It's funny how the planets seem to align from time to time,...

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

Soul On Film, Video SoulBounce

A Tribe Called Quest's Drama Finally Comes To 'Life'

Have you been keeping up with all the controversy surrounding Michael Rappaport's Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest documentary? If you haven't here's the Cliff's Notes version. All members of the group originally agreed to...

D-Money | 06/06/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Kamilah Sumner

Stories that begin with "my uncle's, sister's, hairdresser's baby mama..." are typically laced with all sorts of ratchetry. However, my college classmate's distant cousin is Kamilah Sumner, a Chicago singer with a new song entitled "Never Bring Me Down," and...

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

First Spin

Jaguar Wright & Peedi Crakk Are Looking To 'Switch' It Up

Jaguar Wright is a name that I haven't heard for a while. There have been rumors of a follow up to her 2005 sophomore set, Divorcing Neo To Marry Soul, for quite some time but nothing concrete has materialized other...

SoulUK | 06/06/2011 at 11:15 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Maybe He's No Romeo

Whitney Houston has extended her stay in Hotel Rehab. [TMZ]Snoop Dogg wants to bring a hip-hop version of American Idol to TV. [NYP] Promising that she is working diligently on her album, Eve has her priorities in order and a...

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

SoulTube, Video SoulBounce

'Let's Hear It For' Deniece Williams On The New Season Of 'Unsung'

My excitement for the new season of TVOne's Unsung can't be contained. Right on time for Black Music Month, fresh episodes start airing on the cable network on Monday, June 6th, and over the next six weeks we'll see the...

Butta | 06/03/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Dive 'Head First' Into Nikka Costa's Latest

Though she was once a child star internationally, Nikka Costa didn't pop up into my consciousness until I heard "Like a Feather," from her album Everybody Got Their Something, in a Tommy Hilfiger ad. Fast forward 10 years and three...

D-Money | 06/03/2011 at 4:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, Free Music

Kraak & Smaak Remix Aretha Franklin, What Do You 'Think'?

I can pretty much guarantee that after hearing 90% of remixes I never, ever play them a second time. Usually it's because what is nowadays termed a "remix" is nothing of the sort. Or, it could be that, lazily, a...

SoulUK | 06/03/2011 at 3:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Have An Unhappy 'B'Day' With Mark Morrison & Trina

Mark Morrison has lost his damn mind. And here is my theory on how it happened. Like International Man of Mystery Austin Powers, Morrison was cryogenically frozen immediately following the success of his 1997 breakout hit "Return of the Mack."...

NubianEmpress | 06/03/2011 at 2:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

The Mixologists

The Mixologists: Keyknow's 'Acoustically Speaking'

June is finally here, and as we segue into summer, these warmer days sometimes call for music that you can just chill out to. With that in mind, our resident Mixologist Keyknow has amassed a collection of laid-back gems...

Butta | 06/03/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Charity

The volume of email that I receive on any given day is such that my inbox typically looks like an episode of Hoarders. But there are certain people whose correspondence gets priority because I know they always have something good...

Butta | 06/03/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin, House of Soul

Dezaray Dawn Makes It 'Rain'

Dezaray Dawn's latest project, the four-song EP Deep, is now available. Dawn holds down all vocals, arranging, and songwriting duties alongside production by 4hero's Marc Mac, and together they create a diverse palette of sounds on the brief collection. As...

Butta | 06/03/2011 at 11:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Burn, Baby, Burn

Jill Scott on her hair: "It's just a part of me, but it doesn't define me." [AB]Patti LaBelle is being sued for assault for an unprovoked beatdown her bodyguards dispensed to a West Point cadet at Houston's airport last year....

Butta | 06/03/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events

Jill Scott To Have A 'Summer Block Party' On Tour

With her new album mere weeks away, excitement about Jill Scott's musical return is at a fever pitch. To add fuel to her fan's fires is today's announcement that she will be going on tour to support The Light of...

Butta | 06/02/2011 at 7:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Mara Hruby Keeps It Classy In 'The Panties'

With a song entitled "The Panties" and her sensual delivery of it, the video for this track could have gone left in so many ways. But Mara Hruby isn't that kind of woman nor that kind of artist. Instead of...

Butta | 06/02/2011 at 6:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Pucker Up For B. Scott's 'Kiss Kiss'

In his new video for the single "Kiss Kiss," B. Scott puts the F in fierce. A far cry from his days of posting webcam vids shot in his living room to his LoveBScott YouTube channel, B. is serving it...

Butta | 06/02/2011 at 5:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Thundercat Is Coming 'For' Your 'Love'

You may not know his name, but you are likely familiar with the work of Stephen "Thundercat" Bruner. If you've seen a bassist wearing a Native American headdress rocking out behind Erykah Badu or dug the vocals and bass on...

ChrisAlexander | 06/02/2011 at 3:30 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

My Morning Jacket & Erykah Badu Get 'Tyrone' On The Phone

Funk-inspired rock band My Morning Jacket performed several songs from their new release Circuital for the American Express-sponsored Unstaged series in Louisville, KY on Tuesday night. The webcast introducing My Morning Jacket's new album was streamed live on YouTube for...

Cmongoodlives | 06/02/2011 at 2:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Contests & Giveaways, Events

DMV Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Bilal In Concert!

Bilal is so nice that DMV Bouncers will get to see him twice on one night when he returns to Washington, DC for two shows at U Street Music Hall on Wednesday, June 15th. Bilal will be this month's guest...

Butta | 06/02/2011 at 1:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

First Spin

Is This The 'Best' That Beyoncé Has To Offer?

Oh, B. After delivering a barrage of beautiful performances, bountiful releases and a blockbuster video (see what I did there?), Beyoncé has released her "official" second single, "Best Thing I Never Had," and I'm not quite sure what to say...

D-Money | 06/02/2011 at 12:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Cause That's When My Body Feels Just Right

Number seven on this list of the Top 30 Summer Songs would be our number one. [BB]Beyoncé Stans Gone Wild: Vashtie Kola Twitter Edition. [C+D]Jennifer Hudson has been cast in the new Three Stooges movie and probably needs a new...

Butta | 06/02/2011 at 10:00 AM | Comments () | Permalink

Releases, Video SoulBounce

'Dear Friends,' The Foreign Exchange Have Something New On The Way

The June new release schedule just got way more interesting. Ending the month with a bang will be The Foreign Exchange with the June 28th release of the live CD/DVD combo, Dear Friends: An Evening With The Foreign Exchange. Recorded...

Butta | 06/01/2011 at 7:00 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Releases

Jill Scott Gives Us A Sneak Peek At 'The Light Of The Sun'

Black Music Month is off to an exciting start thanks to Jill Scott who is giving fans an exclusive first listen to selections off of The Light of the Sun. Starting today on YouTube, Jill and co-producer JR Hutson are...

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

Contests & Giveaways, Events

NYC Bouncers: Win Tickets To See Goapele In Concert!

Goapele may not have any new tunes out, but her popularity has never waned. The "Closer" singer could put out a single of her singing the alphabet in Auto-Tune, and fans would devour it just because. It's doubtful that she...

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

Video SoulBounce

Dinner At The Thompson's Are 'Running' It

Dinner At The Thompson's Off The Grid has a real '70's-inspired spy flick feel to it, and the duo have taken that theme literally with their new video for one of my favorite tracks from the album, "Running." It sees...

SoulUK | 06/01/2011 at 12:15 PM | Comments () | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Mamas Gun Want To Be 'The Life And Soul' Of Your Summer

Bounce-Worthy soul/funk/pop/rock outfit Mamas Gun are readying for the release of their sophomore album, The Life and Soul, and if first single "On A String" was anything to go by, it'll be just as good as their self-titled debut. We...

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

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Got To Keep On Dancing

Add Will Smith to the list of celebs "killed" by Twitter. [TVV]Years after his controversial death at the hands of the NYPD, the Sean Bell Community Center finally opens in Queens, NY. [BET]A 16-year-old Zimbabwean model, Nyasha Maronhodze has been...

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