I’ll be taking a break from blogging for a while,due to health reasons (although I might post something from time to time). Maybe a few weeks, maybe a few months, but I’ll be back eventually. I’ll still be making the rounds to my favorite blogs, so if you’re a fellow blogger, you’ll hear from me occasionally. If not, keep me in your favorite blog reader and you’ll see some new posts sooner or later.
Perri's friend passed a demo of the song to So You Think You Can Dance choreographer Stacey Tookey; who loved "Jars Of Hearts" so much, she asked Christina to record a professional version to be used for Billy Bell & Kathryn McCormick`s performance.
The song then exploded overnight, hitting number 13 on iTunes, number 23 on the Billboard Hot Digital Songs chart, number 58 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 54 on Canada's single chart, number 10 on Amazon's digital singles chart, and number 2 on Billboard's Heatseekers countdown. And it quickly sold more than 100,000 copies
Here she is with her new single "The Lonely" which is the 3rd single taken from her upcoming debut studio album "Lovestrong" which is due out 10 May 2011 via Atlantic Records
"The Lonely’ is about my love affair with loneliness," Christina says of the song. "The saddest, quietest, most painful kind. It's lonely personified. It’s my relationship with no one, and I’m very happy I kept it superdramatic and simple at the same time. It’s me, a piano, plus a nineteen-piece orchestra."
Singer/songwriter Mara Hruby recently posted her acoustic cover of Al Green`s classic hit “Simply Beautiful”, which is taken from his album “I’m Still In Love With You”. The 22 year-old Oakland based singer, did a her phenomenal job. 
Introducing Theophilus London, a rapper, songwriter and a producer from Brooklyn. I just discovered him the other day when my brother Kassidy posted one of his videos on my facebook. I was curious what kind of music a guy with a name like his could make. When i did i was very impressed,his music is so sick, he’s got mad skills and seems like a pretty cool dude. Theophilus raps and sings over new wave/nu rave beats, borrows from Whitney Houston, Squarepusher and the Sister act 2 soundtrack and cites Michael Jackson, Prince, Lauryn Hill, and the Ramones as influences. If you liked what you heard, you can download his mixtapes: The Charming Mixtape, I Want You, Lovers Holiday .
Singer/songwriter/producer Raphael Saadiq has just premiered his new video for his third single "Stone Rollin", which is taken from his forthcoming album with the same name, expected to drop May 10th.The track is a smooth,bluesy,funky record and the video compliments that. Check it out below.
Here`s a new track from rapper J.Cole titled "Killers", it`s taken from Alex Haldi’s upcoming promotional mixtape for his live exhibit in NYC on May 12th. Alex took to his website to give us the mastered version, artwork and info on "The Glorification of Gangster" project. "Celebrated creative mind Alex Haldi has collaborated with some of music’s biggest stars including Jay-Z, Rihanna, Big Boi, Wu-Tang, Ludacris, J. Cole & LL Cool J, and is putting the finishing touches on his own solo art event May 12, 2011 in NYC at World Monuments Fund Gallery. Exploring the human fascination with organized crime, ‘The Glorification of Gangster’ showcases some of the key players and criminal lifestyles across the globe and many generations. The art at the show will consist of three elements: Fine art (including mixed media paintings on wood), Oversized Typography Murals, and Retro Pop-Art Illustrations. Portions of work sold will be going to charity (campkayak.com). A promotional mixtape is to be released in the next month which will include a series of original music, mash-up remixes, and classic covers by a number of different acts that are all linked thematically with ‘Crime’. The talent will vary across different musical genres (hip-hop, rap, rock, electronic, etc.), and includes music from artists like J. Cole, Kris Kasanova, Voli, Andrew Maury (Ra Ra Riot producer and RAC), Jon Connor, Elite, Ritz, Lyn Charles, Loyal Divide, Neitherfriends, and many more. The download will be free, with a link to donate money to our charity. "
It’s showtime! Rapper/producer Swizz Beatz and Philly native Eve teamed up once again for the track "Everyday (Coolin')",which is the first single from his upcoming album "Haute Living".
The Diva that is Mariah Carey turns 41 years old today, she famously refers to her birthday’s as “anniversary’s”, so in keeping with true Mariah etiquette; I wish Ms. Mariah Carey-Cannon a Happy 41st “Anniversary”. Special shout out to Mariah’s biggest fan Sulaiman Albanai . 
Since dropping East Side Story, Emily King received much critical acclaim, even earning a Grammy nomination for Best Urban Contemporary Album in 2008. Sadly the album didn't light up the charts and she was dropped by J Records. "It's like when you hear people say they're glad they went through something because they've learned lessons from it. There are some decisions I would have made differently but whatever. It doesn't make me anti music industry. I've grown up, it's all good." Since than she`s been performing in local venues in her hometown of NYC and has plans to release a new album independently in the summer. Here are 3 tracks off her new album.
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Georgia
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Here`s an unreleased track from R&B songstress Marsha Ambrosius titled“Why Did I Fall in Love?" featuring DJ Aktive. It`s an updated version of the ’50s classic “Why Do Falls Fall in Love” by Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers. It was supposed to be a bonus track on her debut album “Late Nights & Early Morning” but it didnt make the cut.
Chris Brown‘s latest controversy has everyone talking, including Chris Brown who seems to not understand why he’s being persecuted in the media two-years after his assault on Rihanna. Jay Smooth isn’t letting Chris Brown off so easy.Earlier this week Chris Brown performed and did a interview on Good Morning America with Robin Roberts to promote his new album when she asked about the Rihanna incident. He tried to redirect questions to focus on his new album, F.A.M.E., but Roberts continued to ask about it. After the interview, he stormed into his dressing room and he smashed a window with a chair in his dressing room, shattering the glass. What a fucking douchebag . He should be able to give an interview without blowing up and playing the victim. Like he entitled because it happened to years that he never has to answer questions about that situation.
Mercury/Island Def Jam recording artist John West has just released his new single titled "Lovely" featuring rapper Pusha T,produced by Christian Rich. It`s a nice soulful track which is great to relax and unwind to,very Robin Thicke sounding. John West began his hustle as a street performer in Los Angeles, selling 35,000 CDs independently. Meanwhile, he packed out clubs on the Sunset Strip including the Roxy Theatre. The industry took notice, and he landed a recording deal with Mercury/Island Def Jam. His yet untitled debut album will dropping this summer, "I like to get people swaying and smiling, it's pretty simple"-John West.
Solange Knowles has been inspired by her {Julez} son's artwork to launch a collection of items designed specifically to raise money for the Japanese disaster relief fund. Her son was so moved by the earthquake and tsunami, that his mum decided to help him create products to sell around their Los Angeles neighborhood. "Me and my son, we are on the west coast still, we woke up on the morning of the earthquake and tsunami, at around six o' clock that morning, and were watching it on television."
Brazilian supermodel Isabeli Fontana features in next month`s Vogue Paris issue. Photographed by David Sims, the model dons western inspired ensembles from labels such as Gareth Pugh , Diesel, Hermes , Roberto Cavalli in the “Wanted” editorial. 
Melodie Monrose, Ming Xi, Danielle Zinaich , Gwen Loos, and Pauline Van der Cruysse are featured in “Big Gary P” for Pony Step # 1 photographed by Terry Tsiolis. All the models are wearing Gareth Pugh, styling by Simon Robins. Gareth Pugh’s designs captivate the fashion world with their futuristic and larger than life shapes. 
By Marion Smallwood
John Legend takes on British soul singer Adele’s hit “Rolling in the Deep.”He strips down the original track,showcasing his Grammy-winning vocals in acapella. I love Adele’s version but John sounds amazing singing this one too I can’t even front.
Singer-songwriter Mateo has just premiered a new video for his single "Don’t Shoot Me Down" which the the second single from his mixtape titled "Love & Stadiums",which is duo out on March 30th. The track features the vocal from singer/songwriter Goapele and the thought provoking UK Rapper Ab Liva, the video was directed by Dahveed. “Love & Stadiums” is a collaborative effort from the creative minds of Grammy Award winning producer Kerry “Krucial” Brothers and Mateo.
What a creative rendition, the talented singer-songwriter Goapele covers Sinead O'Connors classic hit, "Nothing Compares 2 U", and samples Kanye West's "Runaway" from his recently released album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy.
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