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#NEWMUSIC: M.I.A. - Bring The Noize

2013-06-19T14:50:00.000+12:00

Check out M.I.A.'s long awaited new single, Bring The Noize.

“It was written in lots of different circumstances, but I guess it’s coming out at a time where I think in America it’s kinda cool to hear something like this,” M.I.A. tells BBC Radio 1. “It’s in keeping with what I released before, so I’m gonna gradually ease people into the new sound as the album goes on.”

Bring The Noize acts as the first offering from her album Matangi. The visuals for the track will be released on June 21!

#NEWMUSIC: Nelly - Get Like Me ft. Nicki Minaj & Pharrell Williams

2013-06-19T14:37:00.002+12:00

Check out this new track “Get Like Me” featuring Nicki Minaj and Pharrell Williams.

Very reminiscent of a vintage Neptunes sound, Get Like Me will be appearing on Nelly’s upcoming seventh studio album 'M.O.', which will include appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Nelly Furtado, T.I., and Trey Songz.

#NEWMUSIC: Ne-Yo & Cher Lloyd - It's All Good

2013-06-19T14:23:00.001+12:00

Ne-Yo and Cher Lloyd unite in the name of frozen fruit bars, to record this new track, It's All Good.

Ne-Yo and Cher Lloyd announced a new project with Fruttare, the Popsicle debuting in America: inspired by Fruttare's tagline "It's all good," the artists collaborated with fans via social media to create the original song. Savan Kotecha produces.

Photo courtesy of Fruttare

#NEWMUSIC: John Legend - Made To Love ft. Kimbra

2013-06-19T13:22:00.003+12:00

John Legend return with a new sound in a new track titled, Made To Love.

The track features New Zealand's own Kimbra, who is best known for her contribution to Gotye’s 2012 smash hit “Somebody That I Used To Know.” Kimbra supplies the haunting background vocals while the track itself, is produced by Da Internz, Dave Tozer, Nana Kwabena and Kanye West.

Made To Love will be on John Legend’s upcoming album Love In The Future, due June 25. This is his first studio album since 2008′s Evolver.

Jay-Z Celebrates The 10th Anniversary Of The 40/40 Club With Beyoncé And Others

2013-06-19T13:00:00.000+12:00

Beyoncé and Jay-Z were back in New York to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The 40/40 Club.

Jay-Z, and a few business partners, own The 40/40 Club which is a chain of sports bars. The rapper's New York City club, The 40/40 club has made it through 10 years, and friends of the super couple joined them in celebration of the venue.

Beyoncé shows there's no love lost between her and Roberto Cavalli, stepping out in a stunning sexy white cutout gown by the Italian fashion designer. Her husband, meanwhile, kept it dapper in tie-less gray suit.

Also there for the festivities: rapper T.I., Kylie Minogue, Adrienne Bailon, K. Foxx and more.

(Image Source/s: Ben Gabbe/Getty Images & Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

#NEWMUSIC: Britney Spears - Ooh La La

2013-06-18T17:00:00.000+12:00

Take listen to this new Britney Spears track, Ooh La La, from the animated film, The Smurfs 2.

Britney was a guest on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS FM show for the song's official debut. She described the track as as 'straight-up pop,' adding: 'It has a young feel to it.'

Britney's sons Sean Preston, 7, and Jayden James, 6, will star in the songs music video.

NEW VIDEO: Swiss - I Wanna Know

2013-06-18T10:04:00.003+12:00

Check out the new clip for Swiss' single, I Wanna Know.

Coming off the success of his EP Mr. Slow Wind, 'I Wanna Know' will act as his first official single from his debut album due later on this year.

Last month, Swiss walked away from the 2013 Pacific Music Awards winning two trophies, Best Male and People's Choice.

NEW VIDEO: Chris Brown - Don't Think They Know ft. Aaliyah

2013-06-18T09:17:00.002+12:00

Chris Brown finally unveils the long awaited visuals to his Aaliyah featured single, Don't Think They Know.

The video, which was shot in the streets of Los Angeles, has it's base set in black and white with pops of colour strategically placed throughout the video. This is in support of Christopher's efforts in bringing awareness to his 'Unity Campaign'. Which encourages all races, genders, sexes, gay or straight to love each other!

“Don’t Think They Know,” the second single off his upcoming album, X, due July 16.

NEW MUSIC: Michelle Williams - If We Had Your Eyes [Snippet]

2013-06-17T11:35:00.004+12:00

Ex Destiny's Child member, Michelle Williams teases a comeback single 'If We Had Your Eyes'.

The Harmony produced track is due June 24, and acts as the first official single from her yet-to-be-titled fourth solo album.

With Kelly's album dropping tomorrow, and rumours about Beyonce unveiling the visuals for Grown Woman on the 26th, Michelle picked the right time to drop new music. The snippet sounds like it's going to be some good Soul and R&B. But is anyone really checking for Michelle Williams? Only time will tell. Can't wait for the full version.

Jessie Performs 'Stay' By Rihanna

2013-06-17T11:19:00.000+12:00

Jessie J, alongside her final two contestants on the X Factor UK, performed Rihanna's no.1 single Stay ft. Mikky Ekko.

Joined onstage by contestants Ash Morgan and Matt Henry, Jessie J took a spin at the intimate ballad. The two contestants remained subtle and strong throughout the performance, where Jessie J's vocals were quite overbearing. I prefer Rihanna's version still.

Watch the performance below.

NEW MUSIC: Mutya Keisha Siobhan - Flatline [Snippet]

2013-06-14T04:39:00.000+12:00

On their way back to the forefront of this crazy music industry, the original 'Sugababes' line up, now simply called Mutya Keisha Siobhan, have given up a preview of their new single, Flatline.

The track is produced by the amazing Dev Hynes, who has produced the likes of Solange Knowles, Florence and the Machine and The Chemical Brothers. I REALLY can't wait to hear this in full. EXCITED!!!

Listen to the amazing-ness below:

Here's their first EVER single. Awww, It's been so long.

(Image Source: Keisha Buchanan Instagram)

MUST SEE: First Look Into NZ Feature 'The Last Saint'

2013-06-13T12:54:00.001+12:00

Check out the first look into the NZ feature, 'The Last Saint'.

The feature is about a young man named Minka (Minka? Really Rene?! Lol), who is a teenage Polynesian boy living in the heart of the city. With his P-addicted mother well on the way to going completely off the rails, three people enter his life - each with a promise – each with the power to destroy.

This project works as the debut feature from New Zealand writer and director, Rene Naufahu. Starring Beulah Koale, Sophia Huybens, Nicole Whippy, Calvin Tuteao, Xavier Horan, and Joe Naufahu.

Filming will begin in October, with it's release possibly at the end of the year.

NEW MUSIC: Chis Brown - F*cking Faded ft. Pitbull

2013-06-13T12:36:00.000+12:00

Check out this newly surfaced dance-floor anthem produced by Afrojack titled, F*cking Faded.

Chris Brown takes a walk on the wild side with rapper Pitbull, as they brag about living a 'faded' life on this bass thumping track.

Listen below:

(Image Source: Ethan Miller/Getty Images North America)

WATCH: Kanye's 'Cold' Performance At This Years MET Gala

2013-06-13T11:30:00.002+12:00

Vogue.com makes available Kanye's electric performance of 'Cold' at this years Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala.

The black and white clip features a all black decked out Kanye West performing at the party of the year. This was the first public indication of a press campaign for his June 18 release, Yeezus. Well, the elite public.

Oh, to be in a stuffed up room filled with celebs and free liquor. And Kanye. The life.

'Brandy Is Our Modern Day Whitney Houston' - Sean Garrett On Brandy's 'Relevance'

2013-06-12T21:59:00.001+12:00

Music Producer Sean Garret took to the infamous Breakfast Club to talk 'Urban' Music Industry politics, the use of 'relevance', and how that affected the outcome of Brandy's Two Eleven album sales.

Sean also speaks on his upcoming artists, Ciara, and even manages to throw shade at rapper The Dream.

After watching this interview, I have to agree strongly with Sean. In America, mostly, the urban market really isn't reaching the masses as it should. The talk of an artists relevance really does contribute (as well as other things) to the current state of some of our much loved 'faves'. Especially when a veteran like Brandy, who paved the way for most of these female artists today, is thrown in against artists who have yet to achieve a fraction of her accolades. Instead of paying homage and respecting her legacy, which has contributed to the uplifting of the African American community.

Ch.. here's me talking like I'm African American but, you get what I mean. Post your thoughts below.

Aaradhna Performs 'You Don't Love Me Anymore' On X Factor NZ

2013-06-12T19:47:00.000+12:00

Aaradhna took it to X Factor NZ for her third single's first televised performance.

Backed by soul singers, Bella Kalolo and NZ Idol winner Rosita Vai, Aaradhna stood tall decked out in all black with gold accessories as she sang 'You Don't Love Me Anymore'.

This performance comes after Aaradhna's hugely successful night at this years Pacific Music Awards. Walking away with six awards including, Best Female, Best Urban and Best Album for 'Treble & Reverb'.

Glad Aaradhna chose 'You Don't Love Me Anymore' as the official third single. One of my favourite tracks from the album. The X Factor performance was a good look for her, even though I want to shoot her stylist. Praise Jesus, Mary and Joseph for that hair though, 'coz It was LAID!!!

Treble & Reverb in stores NOW!

(Image Source: Karen Ishiguro/LaniSays)

NEW MUSIC: Kelly Rowland - Street Life ft. Pusha T

2013-06-12T16:43:00.000+12:00

"Ooh! There go my baby daddy/ Pulling up like hey girl, leggo/ Ooh! See I ain't pushing that Caddy.." YASSS Ms. Kelly!

As she hits the pavement hard, doing promo for her June 18 release, Kelly drops another Talk A Good Game track for us titled, 'Street Life'.

Kelly takes it all the way hood in a track that professes she's about that life. Chasing paper til she gets to where 'the breeze is nice'. G.O.O.D. Music’s Pusha T features on the scorching banger which was previewed on iHeartRadio.

Talk A Good Game drops next week but you can pre-order is NOW!

(Image Source: PacificCoastNews.com)

Brandy Shuts It Down At The Riverbend

2013-06-12T03:16:00.000+12:00

Brandy did all kinds of slayage at this years Riverbend Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Off the excitement of her recently signing with new management, Brandy took to the Coca Cola stage at the Riverbend Festival to remind us why she remains a force to be reckoned with.

The Mississippi native performed her usual set list including an amazing Whitney Houston tribute. With a festival mainly consisting of Country artists, Brandy proves why you can put her on any stage and she will give you the best show of your life.

Check out the slayage below:

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Shaunie, Evelyn & Tami Cover Upscale Magazine

2013-06-12T02:56:00.000+12:00

The cast members of Basketball Wives, Miami edition, take it to the cover of Upscale magazine, all looking angelic in white.

The issue will feature Shaunie O’Neal, Tami Roman and Evelyn Lozada, speak about lingering questions on the axing of previous cast members, Jennifer Williams and Royce da 5'9".. I mean Royce Reed. The ladies will also address last season's over whelming backlash and it brings change in the new season.

On Royce and Jennifer being cut:

Evelyn: “Royce has been a non-motherf—ing factor for the last two seasons, so it just didn’t make sense anymore. And as for Jennifer—Shaunie is [being] nice but I’m going to tell you this—we don’t condone the incident with Jennifer, but we do reality TV. You know something’s bound to happen when you put a bunch of women together and there’s a lot of behind the scenes conversation and gossip going on. So when Jennifer went on this whole anti-show campaign, it was a little tough for us as cast members.”

On their actions, last season:

Evelyn: “People were connecting my behavior on the show with the incident with Chad. They were like, ‘Well if she acts like that on the show, then I’m sure she acts like that at home.’ I’m a totally different person at home.”

Tami: “I was very depressed last summer. I was dealing with some things that were going on with my mother and everything that was happening with the backlash from the show. I started eating everything under the sun. I blew up to about 190-ish pounds. I’m a tall girl, so I wear it well, but I was bordering between [size] 14 and 16 in my clothes.”

Basketball Wives season 5 is set to premiere in August. Will you be watching?

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NEW MUSIC: Estelle - Call These Boys

2013-06-11T20:04:00.001+12:00

"Before he get this punana, she need a ring like Savannah’s.." YASSSS!!

Estelle is baaack! Check out this new thumping track 'Call These Boys.'

Sure to get ya' twerking in ya' seat, Estelle returns to fill every dance floor in the hood with a crazy anthem.

Produced by Keith Harris, Call These Boys is off of what appears to be her upcoming project “Love and Happiness Vol. 1: Love Jones” which we can expect soon.

(Image Source: Ben Gabbe/Getty Images North America)

NEW MUSIC: Kelly Rowland - Gone ft. Wiz Khalifa

2013-06-11T19:40:00.001+12:00

"Roll me up a joint soon as I wake up / When I put it down, mess up your make up" Ayyye..!

Check out this newly surfaced Kelly Rowland track titled 'Gone' featuring Wiz Khalifa.

This break up anthem has Ms Kelly puttin' that ex in check. Sampling Joni Mitchell and featuring Amber's baby daddy, Wiz Khalifa, the track is sure to make an impact very soon. ;)

'Gone' of coarse is lifted from her album 'Talk A Good Game' due June 18!

(Image Source: Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images North America)

NEW VIDEO: Donell Lewis - If It Ain't With You ft. Sammy J

2013-06-11T19:18:00.001+12:00

Check out the visuals for Donell Lewis' latest single, If It Ain't With You featuring Sammy J.

The video sees Donell reflect on a relationship he's trying to mend. Billie Holland stars as the love interest as Danny Aumua directs. A very classic and genuine clip.

If It Ain't With You is available for purchase NOW!

The Amazing 2013 Tony Awards Opening Performance

2013-06-10T15:02:00.000+12:00

Joined on stage by Mike Tyson, Neil Patrick Harris amazes in the opening number at the 2013 Tony Awards held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

Neil Patrick Harris opened the show with a number “bigger” than previous years and he was joined by the casts of many of the shows on Broadway right now – including the nominated Matilda, Cinderella, Bring it On, A Christmas Story, Pippin, and more!

In true form, Neil Patrick Harris wasted no time dishing out a few jabs.

“I wouldn’t be here if someone else hadn’t passed on hosting. So special thanks to Shia LaBeouf for this opportunity,” Harris joked — a nod to LaBeouf dropping out of his Broadway gig Orphans.

Check out the elaborate number below:

NEW MUSIC: Kelly Rowland - Talk A Good Game [Snippet]

2013-06-10T12:36:00.002+12:00

Listen to this snippet of Kelly Rowland's 'Talk A Good Game.'

Talk A Good Game is lifted from Kelly Rowland's fourth solo effort of the same name. Pharrell Williams, Beyonce, Michelle, The-Dream, The Runners, Wiz Khalifa and Lil Wayne are all featured on tracks or as collaborators on the album.

Talk A Good Game is due June 18!

OMG!: Watch Ciara Get Served With Lawsuit Papers While Performing

2013-06-10T10:51:00.001+12:00

How embarrassing! Watch Ciara get served with lawsuit papers while on stage performing. Smh..

Ciara was mid-song at L.A. Pride when a seemingly ordinary concertgoer handed over a piece of paper. After glancing at it, Ciara tosses it right back. “She got served!” says the smiling woman after leaving the paper on the stage.

The owners of the Hit Factory obviously don't take bailing out of their functions lightly.

How very embarrassing. So shameless and pathetic. The Hit Factory should be ashamed. This well possibly may influence any future contacts being turned down. Due to fear of possibly being embarrassingly served with lawsuit papers, mid-performance. The footage should have stayed private until it's needed as evidence in court, but by the footage purposely being 'leaked' shows no remorse what so ever.

Very tacky. Good luck booking anybody within the next 3 years Hit Factory.