• I don't really care for Tamar Braxton but her new single 'Love & War' sounds like it is going to slay. The singer previewed a snippet of the song while performing it on her WETV reality show. Is this the same Tamar Braxton that wanted to sling her hair around like Beyonce a few months ago?

    Tamar is the definition of a female hustler. While she is already very rich, she is still out there making a name for herself instead of living off of her husband's coins. Tamar has two reality shows, a new hosting gig on Centric, a new record deal, and she will also be a co-host on Tiny's new late night talk show.


    Thoughts?

  • Alicia Keys redeemed herself with me during her performance of her current single 'Girl On Fire' on X-Factor. The singer ditched the straining in the performance which was definitely hot for more controlled vocals. Is it too late for Keys to redeem herself after repeat offenses of failed performances?

    After listening to the album a few more times I will admit that I like it a little better.

     

    Discuss.

  • Awright Marsha. The singer has released a new single from her upcoming album Friends and Lover. The singer served me every bit of those vocals that I fell in love with on the new track titled 'Cold War.' I'm glad that Marsha released another track because 'F*ck and Get It Over With' was doing nothing for me.

    The track is produced by Diplo.
     

    Thoughts?

  • Singer JoJo has returned with another track lifted from her new mix tape 'Agape' which drops next month. JoJo says that she was inspired to write the album due to Andre 3000's Love Below album. The song is a bit more upbeat compared to her other tracks that have surfaced this year.

    It is sad that she is forced to release a mix tape since her record label continues to play around with her album. What happened to the 'Demonstrate' video which was suppose to be released this past Summer?



    Are you feeling this tune?

  • Actress Tichina Arnold is the latest celebrity to grace the cover of BEMagazine. Tichina has had an outstanding acting career and is now a happy newlywed. Tichina is also a big supporter in the fight for Lupus being that she has a sister that suffers from the disease. "Something as small as tying your own show can affect those with lupus. That really had an effect on me.", she says.

    Can someone give her and Tisha Campbell Martin another sitcom? The two were pure gold on the Martin show during the 90s.


    Isn't she lovely?

  • - Greg Cheating on Nene Leakes [Read here]
    Damn. I was excited about Nene Leakes rekindled romance with her ex-husband Gregory Leakes but according to Michelle over at SFTA Greg has him a sideline hoe.

    - Frank Ocean Says Gay Heartbreak Helped Him [Read here]
    Can someone introduce me to Frank Ocean. The singer/songwriter didn't hold back in his recent interview with GQ Magazine. Find out what he had to say about his gay heartbreak.

    - Teyana Taylor Does Adidas [Read here]
    Can someone tell me how Teyana Taylor manages to get all of these deals and still not have a career? Find out her latest move over at Mixnority.

    - Dawn Richard Pays Homage to Danity Kane [Read here]
    I guess Dawn Richard isn't so cold hearted when it comes to her Danity Kane fam. Find out how this chick paid homage to her former group members in her new video.





  • I finally got a chance to check out singer Vina Mills new material. Vina took the stage a week ago at BEMagazine's No Wire Hangers fashion show to perform her current single 'Love Em Good.' Vina always serves us an ole nasty club banger and this one is no exception. I'm sure it is only a matter of time before this chick is signed.

    The thing that I adore about Vina is that not only is she a singer but she is also a performer.
     

    Vina also performed at the Black Party in Atlanta. Check out both performances below.

     


    Check out the pictures from the video set of her new video below.







  • I'm so happy for former XSCAPE singer Latocha Scott. The singer has been on a comeback all year and she shows no signs of slowing down. The singer released a new Christmas track to hold us over until her new album next year. Latocha adds a little soul to the holidays in the new track titled 'Missing You This Christmas.'

    On another note, the New Year will definitely be a good one for the singer. Latocha is set to start filming a VH1 reality series which will focus on her return to the music industry. Do you think Latocha can pull a show on her own?

     

    You like?

  • Ch, no ma'am. Future tagged Kelly Rowland last night for the duo's first live performance of his current single 'Neva End' from his new album Pluto 3D on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The background track was absolutely horrendous and Future sounded a mess. Kelly looked good and sounded okay for the most part.

    This is honestly one of those songs that you rock out to in the club and car.

     

    Discuss.

  • It appears that Future is the 'go to' male for artist these days. Singer Ciara tapped the artist for the remix to her track 'Sorry' which she released yesterday. I'm not too crazy about the track however it does sound a tad bit better than the original.

    Someone go check on T-Pain and make sure he is alive because he was obviously robbed by Future for his voice box which would explain why we haven't heard from him in a minute. Also, is Future a rapper or a singer? I'm confused.



    Are you feeling the track?

  • I guarantee Helen Keller would have a had a field day reading braille from Kenya Moore's face had she known she was going to be on VH1's Big Morning Buzz. The former Miss America Miss USA pageant winner stopped the talk show to talk about the new season of Bravo's Real Housewives of Atlanta. When did VH1 start promoting reality shows from rival networks?

    Nonetheless, the interview turned into a shade fest towards castmate Porsha. It is obvious that Kenya is jealous that Porsha gets to sit at home and not have to pick up her own laundry. Kenya said that Porsha would be the one not invited back for a new season during a game segment in the interview.

     

    Thoughts?

  • Singer Beyonce is obviously preparing to release a new album at the beginning of the New Year. Just a month after announcing that she will be headlining the halftime show at the next Superbowl, the singer revealed moments ago that she is also releasing a new revealing documentary next year too.

    Not many details were released about the documentary other than the fact that it will be very revealing. Will she discuss her parents divorce? Will she discuss the Destiny's Child split? I'm sure I will tune in regardless of what she decides to open up about.

    Will you be watching? The documentary will premiere on February 16th on HBO.



  • Happy Cyber Monday! Thank you to everyone that has supported my online shopping boutique Vintage Malure which launched last week. I am really appreciative for every tweet, Facebook post, email, etc.

    In celebration of Cyber Monday, I am offering free shipping on your entire purchase on VintageMalure.com until Friday! Use promo code: HLDY2012 during checkout to redeem.


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  • “Chile, it’s cold outside so you know I’m not coming out til next Spring.”

    It’s that time of year again when people jump into relationships because it is too cold for clubbing.  I’m sure that we are all guilty of getting a boo around the holiday season at least once.

    It’s the season for giving, not receiving, so save yourself the hassle of a relationship. One of the main reasons that you will not catch me jumping into a relationship around the holiday season is because that would mean that I would have to purchase one extra gift. We all know that the most expensive gifts that you buy are for your significant other so why would I be spending my coins on someone I barely know? I have observed that some of you also like to get into relationships during the holiday season so that you will have someone on your arm  for ‘show and tell ‘at the holiday parties/dinners.. Is it worth the embarrassment of people asking why are you single again during the next holiday?

    I love to cuddle and spoon but nobody has time for that when the Spring/Summer comes around. My theory is that you never really know the person that you are dating until you have dated them when it’s warm outside. People can become totally different during warm months. So that boo may be a ‘home body’ when you meet them in the Winter but can be a ‘club whore’ during the Summer.

    What happens when they don’t want to leave your house? Your spouse may be enjoying your company but the real reason that they are not leaving your home is due to the fact that they are enjoying your heater more. We all know that the electricity bill can sometimes be outrageous during the Winter months so why not save a few dollars by using someone else’s?

    I encourage you guys to avoid relationships at all cost during the holiday season. It may be easy to slap those ‘cuffs’ on your wrist but trust that it will be difficult getting them off.

  • I received a lot of criticism last week for my review of singer Alicia Keys new album Girl On Fire [read Alicia Keys Disappoints w/ New Album]. Alicia gave us an inside glimpse of the studio that she shares in her home with her hubby Swizz Beats. Alicia stated that she is making the best music of her life however it must be on another album because I definitely don't hear it on Girl On Fire.

    All shade aside, Alicia's home has some beautiful artwork with a sickening studio.

     

    Will you be purchasing Alicia's new album tomorrow?

  • There was so much on television last night that I had to flip between channels constantly to make sure that I could catch it all. The 2012 Soul Train Awards aired last on Centric and I must say that I was impressed. The production of the show which was taped in Las Vegas was very good - take notes BET Awards.

    Singers Keyshia Cole and Fantasia were amongst the many performers that graced the stage last night. Why are we still letting Stevie Wonder perform those tired songs still? Also, why does it look and sound like Bobbi Brown swallowed the Lil Debbie delivery truck? Ch.


    Were you entertained this year?

  • It is no secret that none of the ladies from Bravo's Real Housewives of Atlanta really care for Kim Zolciak this season. Kim has done nothing but complain the entire season so far and has always been known to pull out of trips. I'm actually surprised that her good friend Kandi finally caught the clue that Kim is full of BS.

    The ladies prepare for their annual group trip on the next episode of the hit series and Kim decides that she wants to pull out of the trip due to her pregnancy. I have no problem with Kim pulling out of the trip due to her pregnancy but the fact that she stated that she would be going on a trip with her hubby during the exact same week bothers me. Messy.

    Nonetheless, next Sunday's episode will mark Kim's last episode on the show which I believe stems from her assaulting the filming crew after she abruptly exited the table while having [read Kim Zolciak Quits Housewives].

     

    Thoughts?


  • Anyone that keeps up with my blog posts would know that I was very upset with Solange after hearing the snippets from her new EP True one week ago. You can't judge a book by its cover nor can you judge an album from its snippets. Solange embodied everything I wanted from her vocally and lyrically into this 7-track EP which is due out this week.

    The singer makes her return to the music industry via Terrible Records for the first time since the release of her last album Solange & The Hadley Street Dreams in 2008. The album serves a heavy vintage tease. Solange has been quoted as stating that she pulled inspiration for the album from the New Wave era which is very evident in the dance tracks which also punch a heavy urban influence. The album is produced by Solange's friend and collaborator Dev Hynes.

    Something about Solange's new music makes me want to hit up the thrift store and find the craziest patterns/colors to rock while not giving a damn about what anyone says because I am feeling good. Makes sense? 'Don't Let Me Down' is definitely my fave from the compilation. The musical arrangement for the track is sick and Solange gives me those vocals that I fell in love with on her last album as she sings about not wanting her significant other to let her down. Can someone pass me a cup of Whiskey and a fat blunt as I twirl in my office while snapping my fingers to this track? If I were to die and come back as a soprano in someone's choir I would definitely want to be Solange. Solo serves us some ole nasty vocals and harmonizing in the track 'Bad Girls' which also carries a very heavily influenced 80s vibe which stems from the use of the electric guitar. Love it! 

    Ch. Solange tried to slide us a sexy slow jam into True. Have you ever met that bad guy that stays in trouble but it turns you on so much? Me too. Solange sings about that guy that your family will always hate in the track 'Look Good In Trouble.' The song is very short and simple but still managed to end up in my top three favorites from the album. The beat resembles that of a heart beating which makes the track very catchy. Yes GAWD! 'Locked In Closets' is definitely the track that will have all the 'girls' popping it at the next barbecue. The bass in the beat will draw you in from the first drop when the track starts. Can Solange release this track to radio? 


    'Lovers In The Park' has grown on me since surfacing earlier this week. "Played around with your heart, now I'm playing around in the dark,' she sings. I relate heavily with the track because I do play around with people emotions a lot and end up feeling stupid when they don't want me anymore. Very catchy musical arrangement. If I could eliminate one track from the album it would be 'Some Things Never Seem to F**cking Work.' The track does nothing for me even though it has a catchy title and the face that she sounds good.

    Overall, I am absolutely in love with the True EP. The tracks flow very smoothly with one another and if you listen closely the package tells a story that I am sure that each of us adults can relate to. This EP will hold me over quite well until Solange releases her third studio album. Think the Beatles meet Prince and a few other legends in one perfect collection. I'm actually glad that Solange didn't include 'Sleep In The Park' on the EP. I am hooked on the track but it doesn't fit in with the vibe of these tracks. [Rating: 9 out 10]


  • R&B singer R.Kelly jump started his new Single Ladies Tour in NYC at Madison Square Garden this week. The legend performed a 90-minute set before the sold out crowd. I must give the 45-year old his props for sounding as good as he did.

    The tour also features singer Tamia who released her new album Beautiful Surprise a few months ago. [Source]




    Thoughts?

  • Lawd hammercy Jesus, what's going on? The ladies of gospel duo Mary Mary return for season two of their hit WETv reality show. The drama continues as the two clash about the direction of the group and Tina's pregnancy. I am definitely not feeling the hair that these ladies are rocking in the confessionals. They two stepped their coinage up and tried to go all Beyonce with the lacefronts and that absolutely don't fit them.

    Nonetheless, I am highly anticipating the new season of their show. The new season premieres on December 6th at 10 PM est.

    The conversation of Erica becoming a solo artist is a hot topic on the show again. I have always thought that Erica could pull a crowd on her own without the help of her sister.

     

    Will you be tuning in?
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