tag:www.soulbounce.com,2007-08-12:/soul//1 2012-05-17T00:32:07Z Adult R&B :: Alternative Soul :: Old School :: Deep House :: Progressive Hip-Hop Movable Type Pro 4.37 tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10407 2012-05-17T00:00:00Z 2012-05-17T00:32:07Z

Sometimes the casual nature of Twitter relays information that is too hard to process. Today I learned of yet another soul legend that passed away, this time the "Godfather of Go-Go," Chuck Brown. While this news was not especially shocking...

NubianEmpress Chuck Brown. While this news was not especially shocking since he was reported to have been battling with pneumonia, I was still filled with sadness in knowing that a pioneer in the distinctly DMV art form has gone on to glory. ]]>
Often hated on (or misunderstood) by those outside of the DMV, go-go is the music of my youth. I'll never forget the first time I "did the butt" with my mom to E.U.'s aptly named hit single, or how I used to terribly butchered the words to Rare Essence's "Overnight Scenario" in grade school because I didn't really understand what they were talking about (I just liked the beat). Or the way I felt beautiful after hearing "Sexy Lady" by UCB on the radio in college, thinking that it really captured the essence of sexual angst that you feel when you're a sophomore at a black college. The music fit my life like a glove.

In recent years it has been harder and harder for strictly go-go artists to perform in the area of its origin because of violence at shows and police wariness of the type of "crowd" the music attracts. As Twitter citizens have been quick to note as well, it's also incredibly rare to hear go-go on DMV radio that is not relegated to the weekends or late-night programs. Even though go-go is changing and evolving, it still has had a lasting impact on black culture and experience. I can't listen to Jill Scott's "It's Love" or Wale's "Pretty Girls" and not think of Chuck Brown's contributions to music. That's what makes his passing so tough. He created something enduring, unique and beautiful, and he brought joy to so many hearts and ears across the world. May he rest in peace.]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10404 2012-05-16T23:00:00Z 2012-05-16T23:01:48Z

With summertime getting closer by the minute, everyone's becoming a bit more body and image concious (it is beach body season, after all). One person who's got the health of all American's on her mind all year round, however, is...

D-Money Michelle Obama. Women's Health recently picked the FLOTUS' brain about her workout playlist, and quite a few of her selections are, in fact, quite Bounce-Worthy indeed. When getting her sweat on, it seems that Mrs. O likes to burn calories to the likes of Stevie Wonder ("Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)"), Beyoncé ("Move Your Body" and "I Was Here"), Janelle Monáe ("Tightrope"), Michael Jackson ("Unbreakable"), Ledisi ("Thank You") and Jennifer Lopez ("Get Right"). But most surprisingly (or maybe not surprisingly at all) she also tossed some old-school hip hop on the list as well with Mr. "Treat 'Em Right" himself, Chubb Rock. Let me find out that the first lady gets her workout on like Rosie Perez in the opening credits of Do The Right Thing (which is the only way you can truly get down to "Treat 'Em Right"). Of course, these aren't the only folks that made her list. Check after the bounce for the full list and be sure to stay a bit and discuss what songs get you motivated in the gym.]]>
1. Stevie Wonder - "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)"
2. Beyoncé - "Move Your Body (Let's Move Theme)"
3. Janelle Monáe - "Tightrope"
4. Sara Bareilles - "Love Song"
5. Michael Jackson - "Unbreakable"
6. Willow Smith - "Whip My Hair"
7. Beyoncé - "I Was Here"
8. Chubb Rock - "Treat 'Em Right"
9. Ledisi - "Thank You"
10. Jennifer Lopez - "Get Right"]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10406 2012-05-16T22:15:00Z 2012-05-16T22:28:02Z

SoulBounce Drake claims that Hennessey and enemies are one hell of a mixture, but "Henny & Gingerale" may have a different effect on a party. (Maybe this is what really Common meant when he referred to Aubrey as "Canada Dry"?) Midwest singer Mayer Hawthorne aims to prove this very fact in the visual for his new single. There is definitely something undeniably classic about the Stones Throw crooner's sound. He manages to pen vintage records with a quirky self awareness that separates him from your typical throwback act. Watch as Hawthorne entertains five girls to every guy in what could easily pass for a cognac commercial. After showing up to a Chromeo show late and missing his entire set, I won't be making the same mistake on this round of tours. How Do You Do? is in stores now. ]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10405 2012-05-16T21:15:00Z 2012-05-16T21:29:50Z

Chuck Brown dies: 'Godfather of Go-Go' passes away at 75 [WJLA] Chuck Brown [Official][Wiki]...

Butta http://www.soulbounce.com/soul/butta/ Chuck Brown dies: 'Godfather of Go-Go' passes away at 75 [WJLA]
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Call me old-fashioned, but I want to be sweet-talked in a song, not bludgeoned with crass lyrics about what you'll do if I let you do what you do. Kenny Lattimore has returned with a new classic to remind us...

Lady J Kenny Lattimore has returned with a new classic to remind us what that's like. "Find A Way" takes us back to a time when it was popular to romance, and love was cultivated, not pushed, pulled or squeezed before it was ready to harvest. The lyrics are smart and the beat slightly knocks. The song is more refreshing than your favorite ice cold beverage at the end of a long day. Lattimore's voice has always stood out to me because of its smooth texture and his ability to make it crest and wane with perfect timing. He's been underrated for so long and may have released one too many cover songs in the past, but with the launch of his new label, SincereSoul Records, he will hopefully have the artistic freedom and control needed to push his career to the next level. His new album, Back 2 Cool, is scheduled to be released on June 19th. I, for one, cannot wait. This is definitely the way you "find a way" to win my heart.

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Caretta Bell's Love's Eye View, turned the Houston native into somewhat of a local, underground sensation when it was released back in 2008. I was lucky enough to pick up a copy after chatting to Caretta on Myspace (remember that?),...

SoulUK Caretta Bell's Love's Eye View, turned the Houston native into somewhat of a local, underground sensation when it was released back in 2008. I was lucky enough to pick up a copy after chatting to Caretta on Myspace (remember that?), but it seems that the release got somewhat overlooked by soul/R&B audiences a little further afield, which was a shame as it was a stunning debut. Some four years later Caretta is following up the album with a new album this summer, preceded by the first single "Growing Painz" produced by Red Astaire (aka Freddie Cruger). The track and its video, which you can peep below, show Caretta dealing with some of life's hardships -- a cheating man, record label re-buffs -- but coming out the other side all the stronger for it. I cannot wait to get my hands on the full release.]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10402 2012-05-16T18:00:00Z 2012-05-16T18:04:24Z

Since 112's last album, 2005's Pleasure and Pain, member Quinnes "Q" Parker has been on his grind, hell bent on making sure the world knew he had talent outside of the group. He has given us plenty of eye candy...

Lady J 112's last album, 2005's Pleasure and Pain, member Quinnes "Q" Parker has been on his grind, hell bent on making sure the world knew he had talent outside of the group. He has given us plenty of eye candy with his line of fitness calendars and stayed active on YouTube releasing "QVersion" videos -- Q's renditions of popular R&B songs. Finally, he's graduating from homemade YouTube videos and has given "Show You How," the first single from his upcoming solo debut, The MANual, a proper video treatment. Singer Olivia and Willie Taylor of Day26 star in the visual as a couple on the outs. Olivia gets 'bout it and introduces her hand to Willie's forehead before kicking him out of their apartment. It doesn't take long for Q, who is moving into the building and witnesses the breakup, to sweep in and show Olivia "what real love's all about." With so many false starts and 112 reunion rumors, it looks like Parker will finally get his chance to shine. Watch below to see how Q shows and proves.]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10371 2012-05-16T17:00:00Z 2012-05-16T17:00:11Z

Whether you're a die-hard regular or a casual visitor to SoulBounce, we've created the 2012 SoulBouncer Survey that we'd like for each and every one of you to fill out. We want to hear from you as we seek ways...

Butta http://www.soulbounce.com/soul/butta/ 2012 SoulBouncer Survey that we'd like for each and every one of you to fill out. We want to hear from you as we seek ways to improve our programming and bring more exciting and relevant content to our audience. In addition, this survey will also give us some insight into who you are as well. The survey will take about 5-10 minutes of your time to fill out and it is completely secure and anonymous. All SoulBouncers who successfully complete the survey will receive a link to be entered to win a snazzy new SoulBounce t-shirt when they're ready for prime time. So please bounce on over to Survey Monkey and kindly fill out the survey. Thanks in advance for your time!

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I don't know exactly how to put this so I'm gonna come right out and say it: I am a shamefully bad singer. And when I say bad, I mean downright criminal. Not only do I struggle with holding any...

SoulBounce Whitney Houston passed, my spouse and I decided to remind our neighbors where they could find the greatest love of all). ]]> Law and Order, CSI and Dexter has taught me is that every serial killer has an M.O., a signature or at the very least, a favorite weapon. My weapon of choice would have to be the 1981 Rick James and Teena Marie duet "Fire and Desire." Something about Rick reminiscing on how he would love 'em and leave 'em makes me want to sing to the heavens. And I do just that. His impeccably enunciated delivery of the songs title demands the mimicking of yours truly, and Lord help us when Teena's runs begin in the second verse. Does it sound bad? Most definitely! Do neighborhood cats pick up the harmonies? They sure do! But do I care? Not in the least!

We choose to engage in the highest form of flattery because we know we can't do what they do. If kids could slam dunk over a midsized sedan, then they wouldn't care about Blake Griffin now would they? (Neither would Kia as a matter of fact.) We have been hiding in the shadows of our shower curtains for too long and it's time to take a stand. Let us embrace our inner Randy Watson!

I would also like to say that if you'd actually classify yourself as a good singer, then this call is not for you. I can actually feel your judging eyes burning a hole through my monitor. The question I have for you is this: Can you really sing, or are you an unwilling member of this new club? If you truly can put it down, then I suggest that you work on turning Christina or Cee Lo's chair around next season. If not, then leave your dignity at the door and come on in. We'd love to have you. So while we're all on the same page, I'd like to ask you what your weapon of choice would be? Let us know what song gets your neighbors' blood boiling, and let's keep killing the sounds one eardrum at a time and make Randy proud. Sexual Chocolate!

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Rock of Ages, the surprise Broadway hit, has been made into a feature film coming to theaters this summer. Among the stars featured in the movie, including Tom Cruise, Russell Brand and Catherine Zeta-Jones, is our own Queen of Hip-Hop...

D-Money Rock of Ages, the surprise Broadway hit, has been made into a feature film coming to theaters this summer. Among the stars featured in the movie, including Tom Cruise, Russell Brand and Catherine Zeta-Jones, is our own Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige. Mary will play Justice Chartier, the proprietor of a Hollywood strip club. So it's only fitting that she sings Journey's "Any Way You Want It" to introduce the film's young ingenue to the glamorous side of the seedy business. Though I've got my hesitations about Mary as an actress (I still think she should be nowhere near the Nina Simone project that she's been attached to for years now), I must admit that this performance is pretty darn fun. Fun enough to actually get me in a theater to see it? Maybe. But for those of you who are completely into it, Rock of Ages will hit theatres on June 15th, with its soundtrack arriving in stores June 5th.]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10383 2012-05-16T14:00:00Z 2012-05-16T16:17:17Z

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Jay-Z got all political at the announcement for his upcoming Philly concert series. [WP] 

The posthumous accolades continue to roll in for Whitney Houston, who will be awarded the Millennium Award at this weekend's Billboard Music Awards. [BB] 

Uncle Russell Simmons played white knight, coming to Rihanna's defense after several low-blows from Chris Brown and Drake. [AOL] 

Taking it to the streets: Tameka Foster reportedly has 60 days to find new digs, with Usher considering selling his former mansion. [EUR] 

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Ne-Yo has been busy in the studio since his last album, Libra Scale, suffered abysmal sales (unfortunately "Champagne Life" wasn't enough to save it). But he's gearing up for a new album entitled R.E.D., which is an acronym for "Realizing...

Butta http://www.soulbounce.com/soul/butta/ Ne-Yo has been busy in the studio since his last album, Libra Scale, suffered abysmal sales (unfortunately "Champagne Life" wasn't enough to save it). But he's gearing up for a new album entitled R.E.D., which is an acronym for "Realizing Every Dream," to be released on September 18th. He let the first single loose for fans to dig into, and I can't say that I'm really digging it. On "Lazy Love" Ne-Yo sings about the kinda love that renders you too lazy to do anything else. Whereas I'm not mad at the sentiment, the song isn't very impressive lyrically and melodically. The concept is clever, but the execution falls flat. For a song about getting busy, this isn't one that I'd want to hear playing in the background during sexytime. I'm just hoping that Ne-Yo comes a little stronger than this on R.E.D. otherwise that's exactly the color I'll be seeing when I listen to the album.

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What exactly is Pharrell's latest project? Is it a new music label? A PR firm? A front for the coming alien invasion? Well, yes and no to all the above. Already having multiple income streams under his belt with record...

D-Money Pharrell's latest project? Is it a new music label? A PR firm? A front for the coming alien invasion? Well, yes and no to all the above. Already having multiple income streams under his belt with record label Star Trak, apparel company Billionaire Boys Club and his stake in Diageo's Qream, it seems that the Neptunes spaceman is at it again with his latest venture. He's partnered with United Entertainment Group i am OTHER. The media group will serve as a content-driven platform that will not only focus on music artists, but filmmakers, designers, artists and other innovators through a variety of media, including online as well as television and film. How will he do this exactly? That remains to be seen. But if the promo video (which features up-and-coming artists Leah LaBelle, Buddy, Alyssa Bernal and Maxine Ashley) is any clue, it will at least be interesting. Peep the promo video below and speculate about what's coming from i am OTHER in the comments section.]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10395 2012-05-15T19:30:00Z 2012-05-15T19:30:29Z

In a reality TV driven decade, we are constantly being introduced to new artists. We are allowed behind-the-scene access to their steady rise and rapid fall. But once the season ends and the cameras shut off, we're often left asking...

Rob http://www.soulbounce.com Brothers To Brutha series, you're going to want to give this audio emancipation proclamation by Jacob and Cheyenne Harrell, now known as Jake & Papa, a listen. "Freedom" perfectly displays the soul evolution and maturation of the two remaining members of the group formerly known as Brutha. While honoring Troy Davis, Michael Jackson and Heavy D, Jake and Papa sing a strong soulful song of deliverance and redemption. With their new mixtape, Somethin' Soulful, the duo aims to bring music back to the soul and style of the likes of Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Sam Cooke, Jodeci and R. Kelly. Somethin' Soulful is available for free download via Jake & Papa's website and DatPiff. ]]> tag:www.soulbounce.com,2012:/soul//1.10393 2012-05-15T17:30:00Z 2012-05-15T19:03:45Z

Coultrain first acquainted himself with my ears back in 2009 when he showed up all over Platinum Pied Pipers' sophomore release, Abundance. I just had to find out about the newest vocalist on the music scene. However, a quick Google...

Ivory http://www.soulbounce.com Coultrain first acquainted himself with my ears back in 2009 when he showed up all over Platinum Pied Pipers' sophomore release, Abundance. I just had to find out about the newest vocalist on the music scene. However, a quick Google search would reveal one of the things I dread most -- finding out that my newest musical discovery is anything but. The St. Louis native had formally introduced himself to music fans a full year prior on his self-released debut, The Adventures of Seymour Liberty. Since then, he's gone on to release an EP and linked up with Black Spade to form Hawthorne Headhunters. He recently hooked up with PPP's Waajeed once more on "She's A Hustler." A funky ode to one female's womanly wiles, Coultrain gets his Curtis Mayfield on, while Waajeed crafts a track that definitely would have impressed the man himself. There's a good reason for the nostalgic sound. On his website, Waajeed explains that Universal UK had approached him several years ago about doing an entire album for television licensing, giving him the opportunity to rework tracks from the company's archive. And with Paul Randolph of Jazzanova and Amp Fiddler fame on the bass, the result is one funky good time. Though I'm not sure if the project's been completed, in the meantime, you can sign up for Waajeed's newsletter at Bling47 and download the song for free 99. [H/T: OKP]]]> ]]>