Monday, January 7, 2013

RAW PHOTOS: RIHANNA SPOTTED WITH NEW HAIRSTYLE

Last night singing rebel Rihanna hit the town with her longtime bestfriend Melissa. By no surprise Riri has once again changed her hairstyle, just last week she rocked a short tapered style while spending quality time with Chris Brown. This week Ms. Fenty is seen with long brown hair that flows into a blonde ombré color.

VIDEO: TAMAR BRAXTON TALKS "LOVE & WAR" & ALBUM W/ RAP-UP


Last week we brought you the first glimpses of Tamar Braxton's music video for her smash hit single "Love & War" from her soon to be released album of the same name. While on set of the video Ms. Braxton-Herbert sat down with Rap-Up tv to speak about the success of the track on iTunes & what the fans can expect from her second studio album. During the interview some behind-the-scenes video is shown of the actual video as she goes on to explain the concept of the song & how she feels people will be able to relate to the love song. Tamar's album will be unveiled on February 12th courtesy of Streamline Records.

Watch the interview after the jump.

RAW PHOTOS: FANTASIA GOES GLAM FOR NEW PROMO PHOTOS


Fantasia evokes the spirit of soulful r&b music with a twist of trials & tribulations, since her American Idol debut she has always expressed her feelings through her music. Lately she has been gearing up to release her fourth studio album that will feature it's leading single "Lose To Win" that her fans have already fell in love with. Tasia spent sometime last evening getting all dolled up for new promotional photos that will probably be a part of her album packaging when it's unveiled sometime in March.

Another photo below.

Saturday, January 5, 2013

VIDEO: ASHANTI TURNS DOWN 7 MAJOR RECORD DEALS


Over the years many have noticed that singer Ashanti's music career has faded to black without any explanation of why the once Murda Inc. front woman has been compared to a has been. The album BraveHeart that she has been working on for sometime now has been pushed back many times since the failing of her single "The Woman You Love" barely received any radio play since it's release last year. In a interview with Sirius XM radio she revealed that within the past 2 years she turned down 7 major recording contracts due to something called a 360 deal. Ashanti explains in detail exactly why she turned down the labels & began her own record label Written Entertainment.

Watch the interview after the jump.

VIDEO: DRAG SUPERSTAR SHANGELA RINGS IN THE NEW YEAR W/ "WERQIN' GIRL" AT KRAVE LAS VEGAS


Drag superstar & dancing diva Shangela from reality show Rupaul's Drag Race brought in the new year in Las Vegas as she performed her new single "Werqin' Girl" at KRAVE nightclub. Accompanied by two male dancers she rocked the crowd with a remixed version of the track by producer Joelapuss, from her beat face to the sickening choreography the death dropping queen holds the title for best drag entertainer of the new generation.

Watch the performance after the jump.

Friday, January 4, 2013

RAW PHOTOS: DAWN RICHARD TRANSFORMS FOR "GOLDENHEART"


The excitement for the release of Dawn Richard's solo debut album GoldenHeart is at a high level, in a little over a week the project will be available in stores all over the world. In support of the promo trail Dawn has unveiled some new photos where she channels Joan of Arc that was shot by photographer Dimitry Loiseau, in the black & white shots the "Bombs" singer transforms into a beautiful & strong warrior in high fashion fighting gear. 

Peep more images after the jump.

BEHIND-THE-SCENES: TAMAR BRAXTON'S "LOVE & WAR" VIDEO


Yesterday Tamar Braxton gave her fans the first glimpse of her "Love & War" music video with some photos that she shared via instagram & today a short behind-the-scenes video has been unveiled. The song has gone on to sell over 80K copies & made it's debut on The Billboard Hot 100 at #57 Tamar also spoke about the concept behind the video.

Check it out below.

Thursday, January 3, 2013

NEW MUSIC: R. KELLY "I KNOW YOUR HURTING" (SANDY HOOK TRIBUTE)


The state of Connecticut is still in a lot of pain after the tragic events that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School. On that tragic days 22 precious lives were taken due to a selfish act, today the school was reopened since the tragedy. Talented music artist R. Kelly has crafted a touching song in honor of the children to help keep their memories alive while their families are currently in the grieving process. The track is entitled "I Know You Are Hurting" & is being sung by a children's choir something that helps bring the words & emotions to life.

Listen after the cut.

RAW PHOTOS: TAMAR BRAXTON FILMS "LOVE & WAR" MUSIC VIDEO


Tamar Braxton has been on cloud 9 since the release of her comeback single "Love & War" from her album of the same name. She has been seen performing the dong all over television & has gone state to state on the promo tour. Ms. Braxton has begun filming the actual music video & shared some on set photos via her Instagram account.

FANTASIA UNLEASHES "LOSE TO WIN" SINGLE COVER


Fantasia has been judged for her own personal decisions but through it all she has remained strong. She is back with her new single "Lose To Win" from her forthcoming studio album that will be released in March that will be a mix of Rock/Soul. Today she has unleashed the single artwork, she wears a long & elegant coat with her signature hairstyle.

FANTASIA ANGRY OVER GAY COMMENTS TAKEN OUT OF CONTEXT



A few days ago Fantasia was scrutinized for some comments she made via Instagram that were completely taken out of context. She voiced her opinion about people who judge her & use scriptures from the bible again her & yet they sin in their everyday lives. Tasia used the topics of some states that are legalizing marijuana & gay marriage stressing the fact that even though it's a sin the world gives certain issues a pass & judge other when they don't agree with a specific problem. Fantasia has taken to Instagram again expressing how she is upset that people would think she's against the gay community when she has shown support for them over the years.

Read the statement below.

RAW PHOTOS/VIDEO: JENNIFER LOPEZ SHINES ON THE COVER OF "HARPER'S BAZAAR"


Since the 1990's when Jennifer Lopez first hit the music scene as a artist she has been a classy representation of Latina women all over the world. She is a timeless beauty who ages gracefully, JLo is on the cover of the new issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine for February 2013 & the 43 year old is prepping her next studio album when she revealed via Twitter about #Album10 where she will be teaming up with producer RedOne. Even though no further details has surfaced as of yet we can all most likely expect some sexy dance tracks that resembles "On The Floor" that featured rapper Pitbull.

Read excerpts from the interview & more below.

RAW PHOTO: RIHANNA & CHRIS BROWN SPOTTED IN L.A.


Yesterday Rihanna & Chris Brown were spotted in L.A spending some quality time together. Riding was seen exiting a convenient store with a Icee while Brown waited in the car for his supposed girlfriend. By the looks of things neither of them are worried about the opinions of the media with their "Nobody's Business" attitude when it comes to their love for one another.

RAW PHOTO: USHER POSES FOR "THE VOICE" PROMO PHOTO


As most of you may know by now singer Christina Aguilera & Cee Lo Green will not be returning for the new season of The Voice but their replacements have been picked. One of them being Shakira & r&b singer Usher who is seen posing in a new promo photo in support of his new role on the television show, even though he will be apart of the show temporarily we can all imagine the type of advice he will give to the contestants. The new season of The Voice will take flight on March 25th on the ABC network.

NEW MUSIC: TIMBALAND FEAT. LIL' WAYNE, MISSY ELLIOTT & T-PAIN "THE PARTY ANTHEM"


Timbaland has served up a new installment of his Timbaland Thursdays with a hot new track featuring his longtime friend Missy Elliott, Lil' Wayne & the auto-tune king T-Pain. The song is called "The Party Anthem" that gives a old school hip-hop sound of when music was real, of course Elliott added her unique rapping style & the commands the attention of the listener.

Lister after the jump.