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New Artist Cheney; Debuts Hot New Single ‘Astronomy’
With an exciting sound that has been described as a cross between The Weeknd and Lana Del Rey, over half a million streams on Soundcloud already under her belt, early support from the likes of BBC 1Xtra, Hype Machine and iHeart Radio, and collaborations with Obeson, Blinkie and Kasbo, fast-rising 21-year old singer, songwriter and musician Cheney is one of…
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New Video Montage of Leela James New Single “I’m Loving You More Every Day”
Here it is, the second single from Leela James‘ forthcoming album “Loving You More…In The Spirit Of Etta James” for the single “I’m Loving You More Every Day.” Leela invites you to enjoy joyous moments of her life from her own personal photo collection with family and some musicians like Patti LaBelle and India. Arie, as well as actress/comedian Mo’Nique,…
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Centric to Premiere “Don Cornelius: Visionary, Trailblazer, & Cultural Icon” on June 23rd
The life, career and legend of television pioneer Don Cornelius is brought to life in his own words in a one-hour special dedicated to telling the story behind the man by the man himself in Don Cornelius: Visionary, Trailblazer, & Cultural Icon premiering Saturday, June 23rd at 11:00 P.M./8:00 P.M. PDT during Centric’s Black Music Month. Homes across America would…
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Soundtrack for a Revolution: The Soundtrack
The film Soundtrack for a Revolution (released last year) tells the story of the American civil rights movement through its powerful music – the freedom songs protesters sang on picket lines, in mass meetings, in paddy wagons and in jail cells as they fought for justice and equality. Executive produced by Corey Smyth, the soundtrack features contemporary artists singing their…
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Anita Baker, Mavis Staples, Wanda Jackson and Ledisi Added to “VH1 Divas”
VH1‘s beloved, popular franchise, “VH1 Divas,” announced today additional performers to join this year’s tribute to soul music including: Anita Baker, Mavis Staples, Wanda Jackson and Ledisi. In addition, Dolly Parton, Queen Latifah, Terrence Howard, Nas, Common and La La Anthony will participate as presenters in paying homage to these cities and soul music’s timeless classics at New York City…
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New Music: Mateo featuring Dawn Richard “Fool For You” Remix
Mateo has released the remix for “Fool For You” featuring Dawn Richard. Written by Mateo and produced by Kerry “Krucial” Brothers, JL Brown, and Zeke MacUmber. “Fool For You” is from his “Love and Stadiums II” EP available Decemember 6th! ————————————– In Case You Missed It: UB Interview with Mateo! ————————————– R&B music is getting a facelift and singer-songwriter/musician, Mateo…
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UB First Look: Anthony Hamilton’s “Back To Love” Official Tracklisting
The latest release by Grammy Award winner and Platinum recording artist Anthony Hamilton, Back to Love is an easy Saturday morning conversation with your best friend. Sometimes you cry, sometimes you laugh out loud, but no matter the emotion, the music is upliting and makes you embrace the day. Hamilton’s first single the Babyface penned “Woo” continues to climb the…
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First Look: Goapele Reveals “Break Of Dawn” Tracklisting!
Singer/songwriter Goapele broke out of Bay Area at the beginning of the last decade determined to make a difference in the world of music. Seamlessly blending genres while refusing to be limited by the “neo-soul” tag, the eloquent singer/songwriter completed her first release Closer in 2001 and never looked back. Embraced from the beginning by critics and fans alike, Goapele…
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Jill Scott Releases New Single & Continues “Block Party” Tour
As a follow-up to the #1 Urban charting radio single “So In Love” — which is currently at eight weeks and counting at #1 — Grammy award-winning singer/actress Jill Scott is releasing her second single, “So Gone (What My Mind Says),” today! Off her #1 album in the country The Light Of The Sun, “So Gone” is already garnering rave…
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Meet-N-Greet: Chart Topping Producer Danja Presents…Luke James
“If I don’t feel it, I can’t do it. Music is everything to me.” When a new artist hits the scene, adjectives like fresh and honest frequently get thrown around when, in many instances, it’s more hype than truth. But that’s definitely not the case when it comes to Luke James. And just who is Luke James? He’s a singer/songwriter…
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