We were introduced to Sisqo‘s gritty soulful vocals in the late 90s with the emergence of R&B group Dru Hill. Don’t call it a comeback!! Sisqo has a new release, an auto-tuned club track featuring Waka Flocka Flame called “A-List”. It’s catchy and upbeat. It has a different feel to it than his classic “Thong […]
2x Grammy nominee & famed ‘Sick of Being Lonely’ hook singer, Torica, is back to heat up the summer with a new sizzling hot single ‘What If’, produced by the Olympicks. Torica is known for one of the coolest hooks ever on Field Mob’s “Sick of Being Lonely,” and the singer has given her fans […]
Filmed by DJ Hustle Trophies often take a back seat at the VMAs to all of the craziness but this year wasn’t too crazy. Miley Cyrus won the top honor Sunday at the MTV Video Music Awards, but it was Beyonce‘s finale performance and the on-stage cameos of Jay Z and Blue Ivy that stole […]
Throw it back! Does it get better than a Tupac and K-Ci and JoJo of Jodeci collaboration? “How Do U Want It” was a single by the late and great Tupac Shakur that featured R&B duo K-Ci & JoJo of Jodeci. It was the third single from Shakur’s album All Eyez on Me. The song […]
Atlanta Exes the extension of Vh1’s Hollywood Exes premiered Monday night. Atlanta provides the ideal backdrop and group of ex-wives for the successful franchise’s extension being that it is the thriving music and entertainment capital of the South. The cast which includes Tameka Raymond (the ex-wife of Usher Raymond), Christina Johnson (ex-wife of Cee-Lo Green), […]
By Rea Melissa Davis and Ashley Marietta This past weekend Commission’s own DJ Holiday held his first annual Holipalooza Concert at Wild Bill’s in Duluth, GA (an Atlanta suburb). The concert was packed to the max with music execs, media, and Hip-Hop enthusiasts of course. DJ Holiday brought out artists such as Mike Fresh, Zuse, […]
Uh oh Breezy and Mr. Steal Your Girl are uniting for a joint tour!!! Chris Brown and Trey Songz are teaming up for an epic joint R&B tour this fall! Brown broke the news on Twitter: “THIS FALL is gonna be legendary! Get ready for me and @TreySongz Tour!!!!!!” To kick off the promo for […]
Music fans may still be getting familiar with Warner Brothers Record’s artist Bebe Rexha’s name, but they’ve already grown to love her sound. She’s the songwriter behind a monster hit and has upcoming collaborations with some of the biggest names in music. With the release of her single, “I Can’t Stop Drinking About You,” a […]
Throw it back!! “Quiet Storm” was the first single from Mobb Deep‘s fourth album Murda Muzik. It was originally released on the soundtrack for the film In Too Deep. The song features a sample of the bass line from the classic hip-hop song “White Lines (Don’t Do It)” by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five. […]
Shanti Das, Marlon Nichols, and 10 Squared PR presented the third annual All White Affair for the August edition of ATL Live on the Park. The all-white event, at Piedmont Park’s Park Tavern, included outstanding performances by Tank, RL, Jagged Edge, Havok Jones, and Kris Kelli. AllHipHop Caught up with Tank and Kris Kelli to […]
The Jennifer Hudson is gearing up to release her third studio album “J Hud”! Her forthcoming album, inspired by the ’70s ad ’80s is a reflection of her journey over the last 3-5 years. Pharrell, Timbaland, and R. Kelly, to name a few, have already jumped on the project with “I Can’t Describe”, “Walk It […]
“Chicago female emcee Ceytra is back with one of her most personal records yet. Chicago producer C-Sick who has produced for the likes of Nas, Fabolous, King Louie, and many more helps take the track to the next level. Sampling the song “Shorty Swing My Way” by K.P. & Envyi gives the audience a familiar […]
Everyone once in a while a star is born – and without a doubt – Whitney Houston is one of the brightest in the sky. Whitney Houston, often referred to as “The Voice”, made an indelible mark on R&B and popular music. She is arguably the best female R&B vocalist of our time. To celebrate […]
Usher Raymond IV recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of his non-profit organization The New Look Foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. Atlanta native Ludacris hosted the star-studded gala, which drew around 450 attendees. Celebrity guest in attendance included director Kenny Leon, boxing icon Sugar Ray Leonard; singers Rico Love, Josh Kauffman, super producer Jermaine Dupri, Blake Shelton, […]
Last month, The Recording Academy held “A Grammy Conversation” on the current state of R&B music at the West Hollywood Soho House. Quddus hosted the evening and the conversation included five panelists: Music Journalist Gail Mitchell, singer-songwriter/producer Liv Warfield, Grammy-winning producer LaShawn Daniels, eight-time Grammy nominee Ledisi and four-time Grammy nominee Tyrese Gibson. According to […]
The Atlanta Entertainment Basketball League (AEBL) & 2 Chainz’s T.R.U Foundation are partnering in a community service effort to help Atlanta’s underprivileged youth prepare for the 2014-2015 school year. The Inaugral T.R.U 2 School Fair will take place August 3,2014 from 3PM – 5PM at Downtown Atlanta Central Park Gym, located at 400 Merritts Ave […]
Steven Russell Harts the lead singer of Platinum selling group TROOP has new music out! The R&B crooner is known for writing hits for TROOP, Chris Brown, B2K, Charlie Wilson, Fantasia, Keith Sweat and many more. In addition he has won 3 Grammy awards for his songwriting and production work. Harts recently released “Shelter” the […]
Before Mishon releases his debut single under Columbia Records, the R&B crooner lends his vocals to the popular summer smash “No Flex Zone”. Mishon’s versatility is definitely shown on the track as he raps and sings about letting his haters know that he’s here to stay. “F*ck all the haters and dissing because none of […]
Love Dominique is a Houston native who is leaving a powerful impression on everyone who hears her music. With the release of her 2nd EP, self titled “Love Dominique, the versatile soulful sultry singer is carving out a lane, all her own.Love Dominique celebrated the release of her self-titled EP, “Love Dominique,” in Houston. On […]
Photo credit: Joi Pearson Please enable Javascript to watch this video R&B Legend Keith Sweat and Jamahl King /Steps Events made it a night to remember for Sweat’s recent birthday celebration at his nightclub, Fuego, in Duluth, Georgia (an Atlanta suburb). It was an epic night in R&B as Joe, Case, Tank, 112, Silk, Dru […]
