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Throwback of the Day

702- Where My Girls At

702’s Where My Girls At was released in 1999 (I wasn’t even 10 LOL) from their second album 702. The single gained great chart success being in the top 5 of U.S Billboard Hot 100 & R&B/Hip Hop as well as U.K charts.

The song was produced by Missy Elliott and to this day is 702’s best known song, who can be surprised when Missy produces the hottest tunes about for over a decade! This song is just great for women as well as men because the beat is just heavy, the voices on point and the vibe just that sick! This was just the theme and sound of the 90s, Hip & B!!

Forever will be relevant as a song!

Throwback of the Day

Blackstreet- Don’t Leave Me

Blackstreet’s Don’t Leave Me   was released in 1997 off of their Another Level album and did very well on Airplay charts as well as UK and Australia charts. Singing about the battle between couples and the love men are crying out for for their females, 90s R&B did everything singers of today cannot!

With tight vocals and even cleaner harmonies Blackstreet were the power group of the 90s and this song just portrays everything amazing about their music. 

New Track of the Day

Sam Sparro- The Shallow End

After many years away from the music industry Sam Sparro has begun his return to the scene with a brand new album on the way titled ‘Return to Paradise’ and the lead single off the album is The Shallow End.

The Shallow End has unique sound and blend of Funk and Soul but modernised to make it radio and young ear friendly! His vocals are still solid, even stronger and advanced from his Black & Gold days. The harmonies in the pre-chorus are outrageous, with his bass voice overlooked when they are on point. 

Hopefully on this return he gains similar and more praise from his debut because talent like this cannot be overlooked.

Last night, 11/2/2012, legendary R&B/Soul singer Whitney Houston was found dead in her hotel room. After a string of success over two decades Whitney Houston has reached out to many, taught several, touched and inspired millions.

Throughout her career Whitney has been able to accomplish 4 No.1 albums, selling 170 million albums and singles worldwide and many of her albums being certified platinum many times over.

Despite her downfall with drug abuse and her well spoken about marriage with Bobby Brown, Whitney’s music transgressed boundaries over the globe with her voice being exceptional, emotive, powerful and beautiful. Her music has shown the genuine and raw talent she possess and how music it has touched millions over the years. 

She has inspired many vocalists such as Brandy, Mariah Carey, Christina Agularia, Robin Thicke, Destiny’s Child, Jennifer Hudson and many more. With her voice and passion you know that she will continue to touch others in the future.

Tonight at the Grammy’s Jennifer Hudson and Chaka Khan will honour her legacy and passing by performing a few of her hits. Will be an emotional event. Despite the sudden loss of Whitney, one should celebrate her life through her music and work over the many years she has worked, performed and given.

Chose your favourite Whitney song and blast it!

Rest In Peace Whitney Houston.

(Source: thelavalizard.com)

Live Performance of the Day

Whitney Houston - The Star Spangled Banner 27/1/1991

Even though this wasn’t an original song by Whitney this has got to be one of the best covers in general, by Whitney and of the song.

The control is essentially the most excellent part of this performance, from the easy start to the powerful, emotive and moving power in the middle to the end. No other singer has been able to do such ever since, in the same way or even in their own. From chest, to upper chest, to the transition into falsetto, Whitney was able to do it all effortlessly! 

The range was incredible and one of a kind in this performance, Whitney was definitely able to fill that stadium (without the micro) because of the power and range she displayed in this!

Somehow she was able to do it so effortlessly smiling, swaying and moving yet the vocals were perfectly on point with no fault. I don’t think your favourite could even dream!

Hot New Track

The Internet - Fastlane

The Internet is a duo Hip Hop Soul DJ and Singer Syd The Kid and Matt Martins of OFWGKTA. Off from their debut album Purple Naked Ladies their 4th single Fastlane has been the only single to catch my ear from this group.

Normally, I’m not really a fan of Odd Future because of their unique sound, except for Frank Ocean but it seems that The Internet have been added to the acceptable list. It is their unique sound that really caught me off guard, very different to their group members.

Their authentic mix of Soul, Hip Hop, R&B and Indie brings something fresh to the music industry combining amazing genres into one to produce something amazing. I just love the simplistic vocals over the vibzing laid back beat with nice piano and drums!

I’ll have to keep an open for what else they release!

New Track and Video of the Day

Miguel- Adorn

After the great success of Miguel’s debut album All I Want Is You, it seems that he isn’t stopping there to produce great tracks for his fans! Miguel has been recording in London for the past few months on his new project and to keep the fans happy he has started releasing EPs. The 1st release is titled ‘Art Dealer Chic, Vol.1, which will be released on Feb 27th and the 1st single is titled Adorn.

Personally, this is probably Miguel’s best produced single to date, mainly because of the vocals and unique and raw beat. Modern day R&B, not conforming to the Pop of today but keeping to his roots but with a new twist!

Short and sweet, it appears that Miguel is going all the way in to do something unique and amazing in the music industry. I think the best bit in this song is the ending running notes! I was too shocked that he could produce such a thing…. I couldnt even emulate it! 

Amazing things coming from him!

New Artist of the Day

Luke James

New American R&B singer Luke James has been in the industry writing songs for Chris Brown and Justin Bieber, however he has taken the opportunity to head out to the front and be his own show.

He is set out to release great work this new year and has already released a few videos and touring to showcase what he has.

His range is what will catch you out first and then the power in his vocals, such a solid R&B singer. In a recent interview he talked about how he worked hard on his skill and how he has mastered and understood the music he loves.

His debut single ‘I Want You’ showcases his wide knowledge of music starting of with strong and beautiful harmony and then powerhouse vocals and incredible range and actual beautiful music.

Hopefully, Luke’s career will be solid and strong this year and in the future.

Lets support good music.

New Track of the Day

Kina Grannis- In Your Arms

American singer-songwriter vocalist Kina Grannis’ is a Pop/Acoustic/Indie artist from America and this is her latest single In Your Arms.

This simple yet emotional song really tells a story with her soft and elegant voice making anyone stop to listen, she has a way of singing in a certain way.

She has been very underground for a while but I think she likes to be independent to allow her freedom. But I’m sure her fan base is strong

Live Performance of the Day

Ellie Goulding- Grey Goose Rising Icons

Ellie has recently had a fantastic year in the UK and USA, and has now been recognised as a rising icon. 

In this intimate performance she performs her most popular songs Guns & Horses and Starry Eyed. 

This is such an amazing showcase of her talent; drawn back music with just the acoustic guitar and her voice! Its performances like these that I love the most because you can see the artist zone out into their own world and feel at one with their song. Look at how she pauses and has her own moments but yet still drawns in her audience.

Throwback of the Day

Fantasia- When I See You

When I See You reached Number 1 in the U.S Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Charts from Fantasia second album Fantasia in 2007. 

Fantasia’s 2nd album was actually an amazing piece of work full of different elements of Ballads, R&B, Hip Hop and more to draw in more audience and to display her genuine talent.

When I See You is a really simple and great track from Fantasia just showing all that she is, an amazing singer!

Throwback of the Day

Mary J Blige- No More Drama

No More Drama was the title of Mary’s 5th album and also the title of her 3rd single. This song was released in 2001 around a time when the world was going through struggling times and it seems like the song was meant to be an uplifting song to give encouragement.

This song to me was such an incredible song giving inspiration and strength to any and everyone at any stage in their life. I really felt a closer connection to this song after my Aunty died so young and this song gave me a chance to really release.

The video is so empowering and visually emotional, Mary has been so amazing to illustrate great emotional songs and videos to make her audience and fans really get that closer connection.

I really do love this song because of the power and emotion behind it!

Throwback of the Day

Tina Moore- Never Gonna Let You Go (Artful Dodger Remix)

Now this is a badman Garage tune!! Old Skool!

I remember when I first heard this song back in the day and loved it since! Artful Dodgers were really the Garage masters!