Robin Thicke may be be singing "Blurred Lines," but there is nothing obscure about his latest album. The singer-songwriter, who has been on the scene for more than a decade penning tunes for the likes of Mary J.Blige, Christina Aguilera and more, mainly remained in the shadows of Justin Timberlake (as if there's only room for one soulful white guy in R&B). But with the help of producers will.i.am, Timbaland and The Neptunes, Thicke creates the perfect balance of pop, party and love songs all wrapped strategically into his sixth studio album, and proves that he is, and always has been, in his own lane. Read More »
While critics have been drooling over Kanye West's brutal latest album Yeezus, at least one gritty-rap pioneer is down on Yeezy's current output. U-God of Wu-Tang Clan urged Kanye to 'come back to Earth' before laying into other rap superstars like Drake and Lil Wayne. Read More »
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Robin Thicke is ready to debut yet another sexy classic with his forthcoming album "Blurred Lines." With the July 30th album release date just a few weeks away, Robin releases another dance single “Take It Easy On Me.” Read More »
As if we haven't been waiting for a Pusha-T album for years, the "Who I am" rapper goes and delays his debut solo album My Name Is My Name again-but for understandable reasons. In a recent interview Pusha revealed that he would be pushing back his album release until August do to the recent burst of hip-hop albums. Read More »
As if we needed any more proof of Kendrick Lamar's talent. The TDE rapper stopped by the Ricky Smiley Morning Show and dropped a freestyle that deserves to be submitted as evidence for K-Dot's case to enter the hip-hop pantheon (at least, if his career keeps up). King Kendrick rapped on randomly picked Twitter trending topics that were passed to him on a sheet of paper including Twerking, Trayvon Martin and the Miami Heat. Read More »
While "Blurred Lines" still sits at the top of the charts, R&B singer Robin Thicke has revealed and released the next song off his upcoming 2013 album. On June 30, the audio for his new tune "Give It 2 U" featuring Kendrick Lamar was unleashed on to the web. Read More »
The BET Awards 2013 happened last night (June 30) in Los Angeles. Though the performances were what really stole the spotlight, the best in black entertainment was awarded during the ceremony. Read More »
Kanye West always sparks conversation and his sixth album Yeezus, is no exception. Knedrick Lamar chatted with MTV News about his thoughts on the album as he begins with being a little confused at first listen. Read More »
Earlier this month, Eminem was spotted chilling at his Detroit studio with fellow rappers Kendrick Lamar, Mr. Porter, and other members of the Black Hippy Crew. This "hang out" sparked rumors of a huge hip-hop collaboration on Slim Shady's upcoming 2013 album. But according to 26-year-old Lamar, the duo didn't record any fresh beats... the studio sesh was simply an official meet-and-greet. The two rappers dished on music, movies, and work... but unfortunately didn't make any music together. Check out MTV's interview with Lamar below for more deets! Read More »
The hip-hop and R&B industry undergoing several transformations as more seasoned artist attempt to hold tight to the 90's influence yet remain modern and progressive, while newer artists attempt to dance on the pop borderline. The definitions of true R&B music have become obscure overtime, and Jeremy "J.Meyer" Smith is confident that he is the answer. Read More »
J. Cole is a Born Sinner, and as he repents on his sophomore album, the rap God's took note and welcomed the North Carolina MC into the pearly gates. Cole's New York influence is woven throughout the 21-track (Delux Album) soon to be classic hip-hop album, while his southern upbringing peeks out like a suit under a cap and grown. Read More »
J. Cole has a lot to prove with his sophomore album Born Sinner. The Roc Nations rapper challenged Kanye West to a battle, and even made song directed at another rap legend Nas. Cole sat down with BET to recount the moment he played "Let Nas Down," for the Queens spitter. Read More »