Teairra Marie is coming back pretty hard in my opinion. Check out the teaser video for her lastest single Cause A Scene featuring Flo-Rida and let MMIM know what you think. Ms. Marie was also featured on the remix of Birthday Sex which can be found below.
Click here to download TEAIRRA MARI "Birthday Sex" Remix
Remember when we posted video stills from this upcoming video, “Pretty Wings”? Well it will finally premiere tonight on 106th and Park as well as Musze.com. Maxwell describes the song – “It’s about the last relationship I had. How you meet the person of your dreams but at the wrong time. She was a serious muse and the song is a testament to what I wanted to say and say, to her.”
Don’t forget to watch and check out Maxwell’s first video in almost 8 years. The anticipated album, BLACKsummers’night will be released soon.
Click here to stream Maxwell’s new single, Pretty Wings in Windows Media Player
Check out Kanye’s latest mixtape entitled LVs & Autotune v.2. I must say some of his classic pieces are missing from this project, but regardless the listing provides for a solid run through of the album…meaning you won’t need to skip any tracks. Let MMIM know what you think.
Kanye Mixtape Tracklist
01 Diamonds
02 Poke Her Face f. KiD CuDi, Common & Lady Gaga
03 We Fight, We Love (rmx) f. Q-Tip & Consequence
04 Maybach Music 2 f. Rick Ross, T-Pain & Lil Wayne
05 Flight School f. GLC & T-Pain
06 Amazing (rmx) f. The-Dream, Young Jeezy & Christina Millian
07 I’ma Be Aight f. Lil Wayne & Joe Young
08 Doing Girls Wrong
09 Knock You Down f. Keri Hilson & Ne-Yo
10 Walking On The Moon f. The-Dream
11 Go Hard (rmx) f. Jay-Z & Lil Wayne
12 I’m the Shit (rmx)
13 Oprah Story
14 Kinda Like a Big Deal f. Clipse
15 Ego (rmx) f. Beyonce
Click here to download Kanye’s mixtape.
Written By Kaia Karamoko
Ladies and gentleman, he tried. Mims has the right confidence but it appears there is nothing backing it up. So, then is it arrogance he possesses?
Shawn Mims says he’s hungry but what exactly has he been eating in the mean time? It can’t possibly be steak potatoes. Someone bright said “eat n*gg@/let it stick to ya rib.” Smart man, wouldn’t you say.
Guilt is the name of Mims second bout. What is he guilty about? Sorry for all the questions, much was left unanswered. He should be guilty about trusting that his ringtone, one hit wonder success could help him pull it off again. Mims does not stand out, period. His album cover art is insipid, up to the poorly chosen red, black plaid shirt—which is no lumber jack fit.
“Move” is a definite radio-stalker, club hopping joint. However, “Making Money” is a swagger jackling annoying. The title, “In My Life (Why O Why),” gives the illusion of substance but sorry folks. Ky-Mani Marley (“One Day”) and Letoya Luckett (“Love Rollercoaster”) could not bring life to Guilt. “On & On” tells us that Mims is not for beef, that he’s not scared. But I think he should be. Good competition, lyrical match-ups always make good creations. Creativity should not scare you.
Be brave and different and Mims, you might garner something more than ringtone success. Take off the glasses maybe some light will shine in that dark hallway your in.
Written By Kaia Karamoko
Gavin Degraw wants us to believe that he took a chariot and has finally found his musical voice. In my interpretation, he is referring to freedom of expression. Such an expression attained musically does transcend.
I am not convinced.
Degraw’s voice introduced the CW’s “One Tree Hill” for many seasons. The acoustic version of “Belief” is one my favorites. Furthermore, “Chariot” was the platform that the world thought would give Degraw Grammy nominations for best new artist.
Notice I have mentioned only two previous tracks of 22, prior to the releasing of Free.
Free should be his clear headed post post-break up album. No pressure, except to free himself from the over production his sophomore album, “Gavin Degraw.”. But (insert pause here). There is something missing. Free sounds as if Degraw was tossed all the free, tranquil wannabe, play in a coffee house gimmick tracks there are over at J Records. Which to me gave him shackles not freedom.
Freedom and music are compatible but can not be masked by an “Indian Summer” that has snow covered cedars. “Why Do The Men Stray” is a terrible strange song about gender differences.
Degraw being free is not something acquired quickly. It takes time and focus. Chariot was released in 2003 and Gavin Degraw in 2008. Time was clearly there, but many fans were left unimpressed and hugely disappointed by Gavin Degraw. Obviously ten months is not sufficient either. I would plug into whatever gave us Chariot. Give your brother a ring; it’s always good to go home.
What is saddening is that Degraw has a strong voice. If paired with his original pen and an appropriate production team, fans will truly have something to believe in. Despite my harsh criticism, Free does have the some strong points. “Lover Be Strong” and “Stay” offers the earthy, take a bath Degraw voice and sound we love.
Thank God for twitter or I would have never known this video exsisted. But this is footage of Melanie Fiona along with The Roots performing in NY. This woman is amazing!
Three letters OMG!! Ms. Karina Pasian is back with a new single entitled Mercury. Check out her performance at the RawSession set at the The Cutting Room Studio in NYC. Her voice is simply amazing!!! Let MMIM know what you think.
For more information on Karina Pasian,click here.
Check out Ciara’s webisode which takes you behind the scenes as she prepares for the release of her upcoming album Fantasy Ride, which will be in stores on May 5th.
Check out Yung Berg’s latest track, Nuthin But Love where he addresses Pleasure P, Maino, Trick Trick, Cap 1 and more. Let MMIM know what you think.
I must say that I have always been in love with Ms. Lauryn Hill. This week’s throwback joint is brought to you by her hit single “Everything is Everything” off of her classic album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” This song brings back very good memories and as it personifies my outlook on everyday situations and puts me in the mood of empowerment. Let MMIM know what memories this song brings you.
I’m looking forward to Wayne the Rockstar…what about you?
Ciara along with her alter ego “Super C” did their thing this past weekend in London. She performed a couple of her first hits (Goodies and 1,2 step).
Click on more to see the video of 1,2 step.
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I just love when artists step outside the box and explore the art of music – for example, Phonte of Little Brother, Kanye and now Mos Def. We need more artists that show their creativity. The art of music has no boundaries and Mos Def showcased that very well on his cover to Kanye West “Say You Will.” This is live audio of the song and is just pure hotness. Let us know what you think.
Great performance by Jamie Foxx on Jimmel Kimmel last week. He performed “Blame it” and “I Don’t Need It”. Let us know what you think.
I’m really looking forward to Trey Songz upcoming project. I’m feeling this one. Let us know what you think. The track is called ‘Amen.”
