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Listen To This: Laura Izibor's "Let The Truth Be Told," Mary J. Blige Says She'll Never Endorse Liquor, Plus 1 Last Mix From DV One

2009-06-10T20:30:00Z

Y'all already know I'm a big fan of Irish soul singer Laura Izibor, so I'm ecstatic to tell you that you can stream her brand new debut album Let The Truth Be Told online, starting today!

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While you won't be able to get your hands on a physcial copy of Laura's album until next Tuesday, June 16th, VH1.com is currently streaming the album beginning today. Visit http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/laura_izibor/2434310/album.jhtml to listen to the entire album NOW!

Here is the tracklisting:

TRACK LISTING:
1. Shine
2. Don't Stay
3. If Tonight Is My Last
4. What Would You Do
5. From My Heart To Yours
6. Perfect World
7. The Worst Is Over
8. Yes (I'll Be Your Baby)
9. Don't Want You Back
10. Mmm...

I promise you that she's dope. Laura Izibor will also be touring this entire summer, in the US and Japan as well as a few festival dates. Check out the tour dates below:

Jun 10 2009 8:00P, Pontiac Garage @ House of Blues Dallas, Texas
Jun 12 2009 8:00P, Vinyl Atlanta, Georgia
Jun 15 2009 8:00P, World Cafe Live Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jun 16 2009 8:00, Kennedy Center Millenium Stage Washington, Washington DC
Jun 17 2009 8:00P, S.O.B.?s New York, New York
Jun 20 2009 8:00P, CBS Saturday Morning Show New York, New York
Jun 20 2009 11:30P, Joe?s Pub Late Show New York, New York
Jun 22 2009 8:00P, House Of Blues Chicago, Illinois
Jun 23 2009 8:00P, Palm Beach Improv West Palm, Florida
Aug 26 2009 6:00P, Billboard Live Osaka Early Show Oaska
Aug 26 2009 9:00P, Billboard Live Osaka late Show Japan
Aug 28 2009 7:00P, Billboard Live Tokyo Early Show Japan
Aug 28 2009 9:00P, Billboard Live Tokyo Late Show Tokyo
Aug 29 2009 7:00P, Billboard Live Tokyo Early Show Tokyo
Aug 29 2009 8:00P, Billboard Live Tokyo Late Show Tokyo
Sep 5 2009 8:00P, Electric Picnic TBC Portlaoise, Louth
Sep 13 2009 8:00P, Bestival Isle of Wight Isle Of White, Channel Islands

Mary J. Blige sat down for TV One's "One on One With Cathy Hughes" for an interview that airs Sunday June 14th at 9pm. During the interview she discusses her husband, why you'll never catch her in a liquor advertisement and how she finally found the happiness she was searching for. Watch some clips below:

The full interview airs Sunday, June 14th at 9pm on TV One!

Guys, I have some bad news for you -- for the time being SOHH is suspending their blogs so this will be my last entry. But I'd never leave y'all on a bad note so I'm giving you DV One's latest mix to tide you over. This one is a funk special, so enjoy!

-PLAYLIST-
Eddie Fisher cosmic blues
Brothers Johnson get the funk ouuta ma face
Gap Band humpin
Bobby Patterson i got a suspicion
Human Body freedom
Cameo rigor mortis
Luther Vandross all my love
Jeremy Swipe lusty lady
Central Line walking into sunshine
Sister Sledge he's the greatest dancer
Unlimited Touch i hear music in the streets
Ben Jammin soul funky train
Con Funk Shun electric lady
Five Star let me be the one
Madison Avenue dont call me baby
Dr Buzzard's... sunshower
Dayton sound of music
Secret Weapon must be the music
Mos Def umi says
Bobby Vince Paunetto fenway funk
James Brown i got the feelin
Mass Production firecracker

Download it here: http://www.divshare.com/download/7598398-dda

Beyonce Duets With George Michael in London, Plus New Mags & Ads For Sasha Fierce

2009-06-10T15:00:03Z

Some folks call it world domination, but for Beyonce it's just another day in her life. The singer is on the cover of the new Dutch edition of Glamour Magazine, and as she continues the European leg of her tour Bey had a very special surprise for audience members at her London concert.

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George Michael joined her for "If I Were A Boy" at her O2 Arena show:

I have to admit that she looks and sounds pretty damn fab. The singer is raking in that overseas dough -- and what she's not making off touring, she's got endorsements for days. Looks like Bey's latest account is Crystal Geyser Water.

And in other Beyonce related news, Papa Knowles is the subject of another rumor. This one claims that the MusicWorld exec is trying to squeeze Letoya Luckett off the bill at the BET awards.

Word on the street is?Matthew Knowles is threatening to pull Beyonce from the lineup of performers if BET allows Letoya Luckett to perform at the awards in ANY capacity. Letoya?s management is fighting very hard to make her performance concrete, but who do you think the execs will side with..Letoya or Bey?

If it's true it seems like a terrible waste of energy.

Trey Songz Fires Shots At R.Kelly "Death of Autotune"

2009-06-09T20:00:00Z

I guess I'm not the only one who has some words for R.Kelly. A new Trey Songz track hit the web today and Trey ain't playin. Check it out below:

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After all those versions of "Trapped In the Closet" we all know the pied piper of R&B is perfectly capable of letting a script play itself all the way out so I'll be very surprised if he doesn't respond. I guess we'll see for sure soon enough. In the meantime, what do you think of the track? Is Trey being disrespectful? Is he right on? Talk to me y'all!

By the way, Trey has already said his piece via his website: http://seefurtherthaniam.blogspot.com/. Here is a taste of what he said:

When I heard JayZ's "Death of Autotune" my first thought was when will R. Kelly stop using it; The King of R&B with a autotune filled mixtape (not to mention a auto tuned "Double Up" album) disappoints me. If throwing rocks at the throne wakes up the King, consider them thrown.

I just want R. Kelly back...

Wow. So now he's a King that needs to be woken up. That's interesting. What do you have to say about that?

Chrisette Michele Talks Up Twitter, Plus Usher Gets His Swagger Back

2009-06-09T13:45:00Z

I've caught the Twitter bug pretty bad, and apparently so has Chrisette Michele, which is great for me since I follow her. The singer recently opened up to cameras about her Twit life as @epiphanygirl.

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EPIPHANY: Moments with Chrisette Michele (Twitter Epiphany) from Teen Diaries on Vimeo.

Stylist June Ambrose was also on hand at Chrisette's Giant magazine shoot to discuss dressing the singer.

EPIPHANY: Moment with Chrisette Michele (Style Epiphany) from Teen Diaries on Vimeo.

After Here I Stand proved to be a disappointment last year, a lot of folks weren't sure Usher could recover, but the singer is determined to show he's still got the stuff. Check out a new track from him below:

Sounds like he still can't get the swagger back. Maybe his Ocean's Seven crew will help him out. What do you think of the song? I think he still needs to step it up a few notches. Holler atcha girl! Talk to me y'all!

Amerie's "Dear John" Track Leaks, Ginuwine Links W/ Brandy "Bridge To Love", Summer Jam Pics

2009-06-08T20:05:00Z

Amerie just got our attention by announcing the date for her upcoming album At Love & War, here's her attempt to hold our attention.

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Anyone still paying attention?

Here' an unlikely duo if I ever seen one. Ginuwine nabbed Brandy for a lover's duet on his upcoming album A Man's Thoughts.

May have to give them a late pass for this one. If this were 1999 instead of 2009 I'd be all in on this one.

Hot 97's Summer Jam went down this weekend and despite all the male aggression and talk of auto-tune's death, there was some pretty good R&B acts on hand. Here are a few Soulful representatives.

Mary J. Blige delivered the classic hits.

Mr. Birthday Sex was in the building

The Dream was there to put it down as his fiance Christina Milian watched from backstage.

Day 26 did their thing as the opening act.

Boyfriend #2 was there too. Getting his grind on.

Cassie Investigates Nude Pics Leaker, Ciara Previews New Video, Al B. Sure Makes Amends W/ Son

2009-06-08T14:20:00Z

Cassie is closes to finding the culprit who leaked her nude pics on the web for the world to see.

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She also talked about her new do

LOL @blaming it on gmail. I'm certain the last thing anyone is looking for in her gmail account is music.

CiCi has a new video for "Work" coming and here is the preview.

Al B. Sure and his boy Quincy are finally working their issues out. Here's the latest from Quincy.

Wussup World

How?s everyone?

Haven?t updated in a while. BUT NOW ITS TIME! LOL

Real brief, so lets get right to it?

In the past couple of days, a few blog/gossip sites have posted that my father and I are rebuilding our relationship. I?ve been getting emails, texts, twits, etc. regarding this situation. And YES! This is true. I will say that we are back on the right track and things are starting off well. Now that you?ve heard it from me, you know the deal.

Thanks again!

iQ

Why do I get the feeling this whole drama, is an audition for a reality show? Its got all the makings for a good one. Washed up star, deadbeat dad, dealing with sons, and the possible Diddy cameo here and there. I see what's going on here

Mary J. Blige Auto-Tunes Her New Joint, Ocean's 7 - "Vegas Baby" [Video]

2009-06-05T20:10:00Z

Mary J. Blige is in the studio with Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins crafting her new album, which is slated for a fourth quarter release and here's a little auto-tunes friendly joint they cooked up.

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The gangs all here, well 4 out 7 ain't bad, and Ocean's 7 has a new video to flaunt there coolness.

Vegas Baby from Todd 1 on Vimeo.

Can't say these cats don't know how to party. The other stuff...

Today's mix. Download here. Enjoy!

The Light '08 Remix - Common ft Marsha Ambrosius & Bilal

Where Do We Go From Here - Alicia Keys

After Laughter - Wendy Rene

Honey - Erykah Badu

Stronger Than Me - Amy Winehouse

To Zion - Lauryn Hill

My Soul Ain't for Sale - DJ Jazzy Jeff ft Raheem DeVaughn

What You Won't Do for Love - Bobby Caldwell

All I Know - DJ Jazzy Jeff ft CL Smooth

Look Of Love - J-88

Catch up with ya'll later.

Kelis Slams "Cheaters" On Twitter, Keri Hilson Doesn't Want You To Respect Her Sexy

2009-06-05T15:20:00Z

Keepin' up with Joneses is getting juicy. The messy divorce between Kelis and her hip-hop icon husband, Nas, has gone public.

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"This lovely day I would like to touch on cheaters. Super brief! Why be cowardly why not go after what you really want?"

"No seriously I have no patients [sic] for any of it but the problem is women usually blame the women. I am here to say the husband is way more at fault,"

All the scum bag coward husbands and less then impressive sluts unite! You can all go down in flmes together! Hooray!

This song has never had more meaning than right now

Kelis - Caught Out There
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Keri Hilson wants to be known for her good tunes rather than her good looks. The "Energy" singer told 944 magazine...

"It's much more of a compliment for someone to tell me they love my music or my voice or my personality or intellect than it is for them to tell me I'm cute...I think what people gravitate toward is confidence."

Hmmm? Clearly ole boy is gravitating towards her confidence right here.

From me to you, today's mix. Download here. Enjoy!

The Light '08 Remix - Common ft Marsha Ambrosius & Bilal

Where Do We Go From Here - Alicia Keys

After Laughter - Wendy Rene

Honey - Erykah Badu

Stronger Than Me - Amy Winehouse

To Zion - Lauryn Hill

My Soul Ain't for Sale - DJ Jazzy Jeff ft Raheem DeVaughn

What You Won't Do for Love - Bobby Caldwell

All I Know - DJ Jazzy Jeff ft CL Smooth

Look Of Love - J-88

Catch up with ya'll later.

Amerie Completes Album, Whitney Houston Sets Date For Comeback

2009-06-04T22:30:00Z

Amerie has put the finishing touches on her Def Jam debut, In Love & War, which is set to hit stores in August. The video for the lead single, "Why R U" is going to be unveiled on BET on June 8th.

If you haven't heard the single yet or need to hear it one mo gin' to make a call on it, check it below.

It's Whitney bitches! A date has been officially set for the comeback of R&B icon Whitney Houston.

The release of the as-yet-untitled has been confirmed by Arista Records after there were whispers that Whitney might miss the deadline to submit music to the label in time for a 2009 release.

Fans who want to follow Whitney?s return closely can visit her official website WhitneyHouston.com, where the label plans to preview several tracks slated to appear on the album.

Ya'll must've forgot...

Soul Rebel Presents 5 Songs I Can't Get Out My Head Featuring Teairra Mari, Chrisette Michele and Amerie

2009-06-04T13:40:00Z

It's that time again! I've lined up the 5 songs that keep playing in my head to see if they catch on with you too. Make sure you stick around long enough to tell me what you can't stop listening to.

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I saw Teairra Mari perform at Vibe's VSessions last Thursday and her show reminded me how much I like hearing her and Nicki Minaj's "juicebox" boasting duet "Automatic"

As much as I'm over her antics, I love Gaga's music -- her joint with Wale is a smash
Wale ft. Lady Gaga "Chillin"

Chrisette Michele is still getting serious burn in my car stereo. Love this joint "Blame it on Me"

And I'd be lying if I told you I haven't been dying for "A Night Off" with someone special -- Rebel has been working way too hard and not playing enough at all! Although this Drake ft. Lloyd joint gets plenty of play on the ipod

I'm definitely looking forward to hearing Amerie's new album -- especially since I recently heard my favorite production team J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League is working on the project.

That's it from me, I showed you mine, now show me yours!

Drake Writes For Rihanna, Plus Will Kanye West Executive Produce His Album?

2009-06-03T13:40:00Z

Rapper/Singer Drake is looking to leave an imprint on Rihanna's career as he plots his own album debut. The Toronto star is currently in London where he spoke to DJ Semtex about his tremendous buzz and his plans to prove he's more than just hype.

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Watch it below:

Look how flustered he got when he was asked about kissing Rihanna. I'm eager to hear what kind of music he makes for her -- you know Chris Brown wrote songs for Rihanna as well -- "Disturbia" for example. I don't know about Drake writing for Rihanna though, he seems a little soft around the edges for what has become her signature harder hitting sound. What do you think?

I'm sure you noticed the emphasis Drake put on how much he wants Kanye involved with his upcoming project too. I think that actually would work really well. Anybody else into the idea of Yeezy producing for Drizzy?

Speaking of Mr. West, the always outspoken Pink wasn't feeling him during Fashion Week this year. The UK Sun quoted the pop singer as saying:

"Kanye West is the person p***ing me off right now."

"I was at STELLA McCARTNEY's Paris fashion show with the vice president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, PAUL McCARTNEY and Kanye West."

"The entire time Kanye is going, 'They need more fur in this show'. He just wouldn't shut up about how he loved fur. I mean, he's saying this to me, the PETA guy and Paul McCartney!

"I was just so grossed out by him. I'm like, 'You're an idiot!'

"There are so many people who I think are a waste of skin and he's up there. I should wear him."

"Go on, donate yourself Kanye. People can wear your fur."

Okay I don't know about this one Pink, Kanye has his ignorant moments but he had to have been kidding, everyone knows Stella McCartney is uber animal friendlly. Kanye knows too much about fashion not to have known that. I like the idea of Pink facing off against Yeezy though, she's the perfect match for his big ego.

Trey Songz, Janelle Monae, Cee-Lo Green, Lupe Fiasco & B.O.B. Celebrate Black Music Month, Plus VERSUS: Girl Gotta Girl Edition

2009-06-02T19:00:00Z

June is Black Music Month and Atlantic Records decided to celebrate by enlisting some of their modern stars to discuss the label's black music legacy. Watch Trey Songz, Janelle Monae, Laura Izibor, Cee-Lo Green, Lupe Fiasco and my boo Bobby Ray talk about being influenced by Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, The Spinners and more...

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Has June always been Black Music Month? I wonder why I never noticed before. Give Atlantic Records a gold star for that one, it's always dope to see the current generation acknowledging the ones who came before them.

I keep getting press releases about this new artist Mams Taylor
and even though the UK bad boy is not your traditional r&b crooner, I had to post him up for this edition of VERSUS after I heard the first single off his upcoming album Persona Non Grata simply because the concept is the same as Ray Lavender's hit song. Listen to both below and cast your vote on who is hot and who is not!

Girl Gotta Girlfriend - Mams Taylor featuring Snoop Dogg & Bobby Valentino

Remember Ray Lavender's very similar hit?

What do you think? Which "Girl Gotta Girl" song is better? Talk to me y'all!

Oh, and before I forget, Pretty Ricky's Spectacular, aka "Sexy Spec" is still attention thirsty. So much so that he had to make another "Tipsy" video. If you must watch it ( I couldn't watch the whole thing, sorry) it's below:

Honey, you look ridiculous. Please stop the madness.

Soul Rebel Exclusive: Behind The Scenes With Vistoso Bosses "Delirious" ft. Soulja Boy Video Shoot

2009-06-02T14:00:00Z

Last week I had the opportunity to visit the set of Vistoso Bosses video for "Delirious" ft. Soulja Boy.

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If you don't already know about the group, Vistoso Bosses is the teen duo comprised of 17-year-old Taylah P. and 16-year-old Kelci currently signed to Interscope Records/ Collipark Music. Check out Taylah P. and Kelci telling me about the video below:

Taylah P. seemed to be the more outgoing of the two -- she came up and introduced herself to me -- which I loved. She was full of smiles.

Kelci was the more laid back of the two girls, and judging from how wardrobe dressed her I'd say she's the tomboy of the group.

Both girls are GORGEOUS -- amazing skin, smiles and have the sweetest personalities. -- I say forget Miley Cyrus Vistoso Bosses are my new young clean cut act -- I will be buying multiple copies of their albums for my younger cousins.

The video was directed by Kai (he previously went by Flyy Kai and Kai Crawford). Famed photographer Derek Blanks was also on set to shoot promo pics of the girls. Here's a sneak peek at some behind the scenes footage

Vistoso Bosses are currently managed by Phillana Williams, who used to work with Ciara -- and as you can see from the label name -- they also work directly with Michael "Mr. Collipark" Crooms. They have a very bright future ahead.

Many thanks to Tiffany, Simone, Eric, Kai, Phillana, Denver and of course Kelci and Taylah! It was a long day but a lot of fun thanks to some amazing people.

Soul Rebel Exclusive: Behind The Scenes With Vistoso Bosses "Delirious" ft. Soulja Boy Video Shoot

2009-06-02T14:00:00Z

Last Wednesday I had the opportunity to visit the set of Vistoso Bosses video for "Delirious" ft. Soulja Boy.

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If you don't already know about the group, Vistoso Bosses is the teen duo comprised of 17-year-old Taylah P. and 16-year-old Kelci currently signed to Interscope Records/ Collipark Music. Check out Taylah P. and Kelci telling me about the video below:

Taylah P. seemed to be the more outgoing of the two -- she came up and introduced herself to me -- which I loved. She was full of smiles.

Kelci was the more laid back of the two girls, and judging from how wardrobe dressed her I'd say she's the tomboy of the group.

Both girls are GORGEOUS -- amazing skin, smiles and have the sweetest personalities. -- I say forget Miley Cyrus Vistoso Bosses are my new young clean cut act -- I will be buying multiple copies of their albums for my younger cousins.

The video was directed by Kai (he previously went by Flyy Kai and Kai Crawford). Famed photographer Derek Blanks was also on set to shoot promo pics of the girls. Here's a sneak peek at some behind the scenes footage

Vistoso Bosses are currently managed by Phillana Williams, who used to work with Ciara -- and as you can see from the label name -- they also work directly with Michael "Mr. Collipark" Crooms. They have a very bright future ahead.

Many thanks to Tiffany, Simone, Eric, Kai, Phillana, Denver and of course Kelci and Taylah! It was a long day but a lot of fun thanks to some amazing people.

Rihanna's Racy Photos Cost Her Vogue Cover, Plus Jeremih Makes His "Birthday Sex" Video

2009-06-01T20:30:00Z

We all know the camera loves Rihanna, but after her close (naked) encounter with the cameraphone, Vogue photographers won't be snapping that cover shot of her she wanted so badly.

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Apparently those nude photos of Rihanna did a lot more harm than originally though, because Star Magazine is reporting that Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour decided to axe a previous offer to feature the pop'n'b starlet.

Prior to the photo leak, Rihanna and Anna had spoken at the Met Costume Institute Gala, and Anna offered her a chance to appear on the cover of her magazine, plus an inside spread.

A source tells Star, ?Anna told her Vogue absolutely loves her and really wanted to work with her. Rihanna was ecstatic.?

But after the photo scandal, the deal was off. Wintour pulled the plug on Rihanna?s cover, and cut off communication with her as well.

The source added, ?Anna hasn?t returned any of her calls. Rihanna?s so upset?.She hopes the people at Vogue change their minds.?

Poor RihRih. I'm sure Vogue will do an about face eventually. I mean, look at Madonna -- she's like a Vogue posterchild now and we all know she was buck wild.

And in other Def Jam related news, "Birthday Sex" singer Jeremih finally made the video to match the song. Check it out below:

Not bad, he's looking really comfortable in front of the camera for a new signee. I hear a lot of folks are up in arms over how "light" (or possibly white) his leading lady is. But you know Rebel don't care...Do you? What do you think of the video? Talk to me y'all!