Here is N*E*R*D first single “Everyone Nose”. It took me a few listens before this song became one of my faves, but the hook is pretty catchy. If you have not heard it yet, check out the video below. Earlier this week, MMIM posted the remix with Kanye, Lupe Fiasco and Pusha T. NERD’s new album, Seeing Sounds hits shelves June 10.
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Gnarls Barkley is known for their deep lyrics and hidden meanings in their songs. One song in particular is “The Boogie Monster” from their debut album “St.Elsewhere.” Listen to the lyrics below and let MMIM know what you think these talented artists are trying to express.
“I’ve got a monster in my closet, someone’s underneath my bed. The wind is knocking at my window. I’d kill it but it’s already dead…It waits ’til the midnight hour to come, to torture me for the wrong I’ve done. It just sits there and stares me and it won’t let me get any sleep.”
Game Time Again People! Both Diddy and Mr.Timberlake had their own rendition of the song “Last Night” both dealing with relationships. Let MMIM know which track you think works best.
Artist: Justin Timberlake
Song Title: Last Night
Album: Justified
Album Release Year: 2002
Artist: Diddy featuring Keyshia Cole
Song Title: Last Night
Album: Press Play
Album Release Year: 2006
On June 24th, Virgin records will release “D’Angelo’s: The Best So Far.” This CD/DVD will be a compilation for all of his hits. The DVD will include all of his music videos and the CD will also feature collabos with Erykah Badu and Raphael Sadiqq, as well as 4 downloadable ringtones.
D’Angelo: The Best So Far
CD
1. Lady
2. Brown Sugar
3. Cruisin’
4. Me And Those Dreamin’ Eyes Of Mine
5. Smooth
6. I Found My Smile Again
7. Girl, You Need A Change Of Mind
8. She’s Always In My Hair
9. Can’t Hide Love [live]
10. Heaven Must Be Like This
11. Your Precious Love [Erykah Badu with D'Angelo]
12. Devil’s Pie (A Cappella Interlude)
13. Left And Right [with Method Man and Redman]
14. Untitled (How Does It Feel)
15. Send It On
16. Feel Like Makin’ Love
17. Be Here [Raphael Saadiq with D'Angelo]
DVD
1. Lady
2. Brown Sugar
3. Cruisin’
4. Me And Those Dreamin’ Eyes Of Mine
5. Left And Right [with Method Man and Redman]
6. Untitled (How Does It Feel)
7. Send It On
Ringtones
Left And Right
Me And Those Dreamin’ Eyes Of Mine
Send It On
Untitled (How Does It Feel)
Mary J. Blige, in conjuction with Steve Stoute has announced plans to launch Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN). The foundation focuses on career development and boosting women’s self esteem.
“It’s about women that desire to give themselves a second chance,” Blige said. “They have not given up. They don’t want to die. Mentally, spiritually, physically, they want to live…It is my great hope that FFAWN will be a vehicle to help other women reach greater heights despite their environment, despite low self-esteem, despite their immediate circumstances.”
FFAWN will also offer scholarships career advice and moral support to women in need.
Mary J. Blige and Jada Pinkett Smith will serve on the charity’s board of directors.
On Friday, May 16 at 10 p.m. eastern, MTV will present to you the second edition of “The Hottest MCs in the Game.” Just about all MCs are being considered and the rating factors are swagger, flow, lyrics, and impact to hip hop. Last year, Lil Wayne took the #1 spot. Who will it be this year? Click here to vote on who you believe should be in the top 10. I see a few MCs that should be mentioned that are not even in the runnings. They even have soulja boy as a candidate! Currently, Game is winning with 27% of the votes. Please click on the link to vote.
What MC do you think should make the top ten or the #1 spot?
Click here to vote and don’t forget to watch MTV on May 16 to see the final winners.
MMIM has a treat for you this week. Check out Colby O’Donis and R.City as our featured Artists to Watch. Both of these groups are currently under the direction of Akon. Let MMIM know what you think.
19-year-old COLBY O’DONIS is set to take the music world by storm. Singer, songwriter, producer, and all-around entertainer, COLBY’s first single “What You Got” (w/Akon) features Pop, R&B, and Latin flavors. The single is already generating anticipation for COLBY’s debut album to be released on Akon’s KonLive label.
Check out the “What You Got” video below:
Brothers R. City bring their “Caribbean spiced Hip-Hop” to their mixtape “The Black Beatles”. Hailing from the Caribbean, this dynamic duo got their big break after moving to Atlanta. They have a unique sound where their “islander accents become one with rap.” Their debut album “Wake the Neighbors” is due later this year. MMIM is looking forward to see what this group will bring to the hip hop table.
Check out some tracks from the mixtape below:
Click here to listen to Flashing Lights Remix
M.I.A has just launched a clothing line in London with plans to release it in the U.S. later this year. The self titled clothing line will be much like M.I.A. personal style which is known to be of bright and bold colors.
M.I.A. says, “My stuff is different because everything is really bright like me, if you lose it or someone steals it, you can see it from miles away and you can be like, ‘Oy! Give me my shirt back!’
Calling all DJs to the DC area! Get ready to celebrate the impact that DJs has had to the music industry. There will be speeches from founding DJs and performances from local and other acts across the country. The Million DJ March will take place on August 28-30, 2008 beginning at 10 am on the National Mall.
Fader magazine has chosen Aaliyah for their annual icon issue. The June 2008 issue pays tribute to the talented singer, dancer and actress, as well as focusing on her impact to the industry today. Close freinds and artists that knew Aaliyah were also interviewed for this issue including, Damon Dash, Kidada Jones, and Missy Elliot.
Below is the front and back covers.
This is the second single from their latest album, The Odd Couple. The video was filmed in Jamaica and even though Gnarls Barkley does not make an appearance in their own video, the kids dancing in the street hype it up enough. The song is called “Going On.” Enjoy!
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If you are going to be in Philly within the next month, don’t miss out on The Roots picnic at the Festival Pier on June 7th Click here to see the animated announcement. The picnic will have performances by The Roots (of course), Gnarls Barkley, Sharon Jones, Santogold, Deerhoof, J*Davey, Diplo, The Cool Kids, & Esperanza Spalding.
Warner Music Group (home to such artists as T.I., Gnarls Barkley, and Diddy just to name a few) will be the first major record label to test “variable pricing”. The “variable pricing” program will allow consumers to pay what they want for music in digital format. Warner Music Group recently noticed a decline in their stock (of $9 per share) in November and with digital albums becoming more popular, WMG thought it would be a good idea to test variable pricing.
Warner Music Group is only allowing the test for a limited time. Retailers that are participating in the program are not being announced at this time.
I think this will be more favorable for the consumer since we know our likes and dislikes. Allowing us to regulate the price we pay for an album is showing the record labels how much we value the artist and their music.
Check out Raheem’s third single from the Love Behind the Melody. The video is called “Try Again”
