UrbanBridgez.com 6 January 2010

‘Soldier of Love’ (in stores February 8th) is only the sixth studio album the band Sade released during their 25 year career, and the first since ‘Lover’s Rock’ in 2000. For Sade herself, as the lynchpin of the group’s songwriting effort, it’s a simple matter of integrity and authenticity. “I …

 UrbanBridgez.com 6 January 2010

(left to right) Michael Strahan, Tatiana Ali, Kyle Massey, Wanda Sykes, Taye Diggs, Chairman of the 41st NAACP Image Awards Clayola Brown, Executive Producer Vicangelo Bulluck, and Chris Massey
“Precious: Based on the novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire” dominated the nominations for the 41st NAACP Image Awards on Wednesday morning, earning eight …

 UrbanBridgez.com 6 January 2010

Few television series were as innovative and influential to pop culture as “Soul Train.” Set first in Chicago, “Soul Train” launched on WCIU-TV with local radio and television personality, Don Cornelius on August 17, 1970. After moving the dance show to Los Angeles, “Soul Train” skyrocketed nationally and firmly secured …

 UrbanBridgez.com 6 January 2010

(Romelo, Rocko, Monica, Lil Rock)
Monica reached the top of the charts last year with one of the hottest R&B duets of the year “Trust” with Keyshia Cole. Now already in 2010 Monica’s back with her latest duet, this time with her soon to be (January 8th) two year old son …

 UrbanBridgez.com 6 January 2010

Former Destiny’s Child singer Michelle Williams is set to replace Ashlee Simpson in Chicago. Williams, 29, will take over the starring role of Roxie Hart on February 8. Her stint on the Broadway production ends on March 28.
This isn’t Williams’ first time playing Roxie Hart. She took over the role …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

“Let’s Talk About Pep” is a real-life comedy following Sandra “Pepa” Denton of Salt-n-Pepa fame as she emerges from an over four-year romantic and sexual sabbatical to search for love again.
After being burned by bad boys one too many times, Pep decided to get out of the game for a …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

It was announced today that three-time Grammy Award winner and internationally renowned singer, songwriter, producer and designer Pharrell Williams will write original music for Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment’s upcoming 3-D CGI feature Despicable Me. This marks the first time The Neptunes and N.E.R.D. artist will compose music for …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

Jaheim will release his new album “ANOTHER ROUND” on February 9th!
The album includes production by Balewa Muhammaed, Clifton Lighty, Kaygee, J.R. Rotem, Mamas Boys, Harold Lily and Chuck Harmony.
The first single “Ain’t Leavin Without You,” is already a hit on radio. Jaheim was recently the headliner artist on AT&T …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

Giving back to give forward, BET Networks presents the third annual BET HONORS, hosted once again by the beautiful and talented actress Gabrielle Union. Taping on Saturday, January 16 at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., this inspirational show which highlights distinguished African Americans performing at exceptional levels in their …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

Stars gathered at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, Calif. late last year to honor Lionel Richie. The UNCF’s An Evening of Stars featured performances by stars such as Brian McKnight, Stevie Wonder, Akon, Chrisette Michelle, Johnny Gill, Jesse McCartney and Katherine McPhee—singing covers of Richie’s best hits.
Chrisette Michelle tore …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

He’s an artist- as a singer, songwriter, and producer; Malik has been ready to paint the music scene for years. Now, he has all the colors in his palette to turn his aspiration into a work of art. With his new single “Crazy” from his debut EP, Before Dawn, already …

 UrbanBridgez.com 5 January 2010

Malik-16 is not from the West Coast, he’s from Harlem. If you’ve been following this blog for a minute, then you remember Malik-16 week, which was my introduction to him but if not, just know that he’s dope. Check out his explanation for the mixtape:
I chose to get up with …

 UrbanBridgez.com 4 January 2010

With over 79,000 votes placed by unique visitors to our site, the winners for the 2009 UBG Honors are ready to be revealed!
Jay-Z is this years big winner, taking three categories as Chris Brown & Kanye West follow close behind, both winning two categories each! Without further due, here are …