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Please Help Haiti Now...
As you will be aware a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti, including the densely populated capital Port-Au-Prince and surrounding areas. Millions have been affected and Haiti needs help, please donate what you can using any of the official charities or by visiting http://www.dec.org.uk
Nokia Music and Everyurbanthing would like to use this opportunity to get involved with the Hip Hop community to compile a list of these Hip Hop albums and to feature them on the Nokia Music Store. We just want to know...WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE HIP HOP ALBUMS OF ALL TIME??
Nokia's terms and conditions can be found here. This competition is open to those based in the UK.
21 year old soul singer Rox is signed to Rough Trade - she was part of the BBC Sound of 2010 list and has featured in The Sunday Times, The Mirror, RWD, Q, NME and MTV to name a few! Comparable to Lauryn Hill, Sade, Corrine Bailey Rae and Adele her single 'My Baby Left Me' is out March 15th - with the producer Al Shux, who co-wrote Jay-Z's Empire State of Mind.
‘Bebo’s Big Think’ – Sex. Worth Talking About, wants to know what you’ve got to say about sex, sexual health, relationships and contraception. If you can come up with a killer comment, some quality advice or kick off a stand-out debate across the Bebo Big Think community you could be one of the lucky winners whisked off to a glamorous London location hang out and have a chat with Zara Martin and then on to a slamming concert.
Chris Ofili Exhibition at Tate Britain 'Hip Hop spirit in Art'
Take a trip t the Tate to see a major new exhibition of work by Manchester born Nigerian artist, Chris Ofili, at Tate Britain. The exhibition will bring together approximately 45 paintings from the mid 1990s onwards.
Chris Ofili is without a doubt one of the UK's most famous homegrown black artists. Having won the Turner Prize in 1998 aged 30, he now resides in Trinidad. Many of his works have been inspired by growing up in Manchester in the 1980's, religious veiwpoints and his love of Hip Hop Culture, especially bands such as Public Enemy, KRS 1 and Eric B & Rakim.
On Saturday 20th February 2010 visit cutting-edge
street culture, film, live music, DJs, artwork and new-school activism
where Ctrl.Alt.Shift presents United Underground, a unique
collaborative project hosted by the Southbank Centre, British
Underground and Riz MC.
From
12 noon onwards, Writings On The Wall is a free warm-up event,
featuring a screen printing workshop led by Print Club London, and a
live showcase of unsigned music acts and spoken word. Click here for full details....
Rowntree Free Download!
Rowntree drops his remix cd which features some of the UKs leading artist.Rowntree's Mixtape is out March The 1st OUT Nationwide. Support this homegrown talent!
21-year old record producer hailing from East London, Rowntree has an eclectic style of production infusing music of all genres in a unique style. He is currently part of a wave of artists that are seeking to take over and dominate the UK urban music scene such as Tinchy stryder, Chipmunk, Crazy Couzins and Boy Better Know.
Sabrina Washington Donates Blood for the VIP Appeal
The campaign continues to build momentum after registering 6,000 new donors. The National Blood Service's VIP Appeal announces details of its New Year blood donation campaign, running until the end of March. Alongside a whole host of other familiar faces, including top BBC Asian music presenter and DJ Bobby Friction, former Misteeq singer Sabrina Washington has paired up with nine-year-old Bintou Keita, a former leukaemia sufferer and someone who knows all too well just how important blood donation is to saving lives.
Smiler
Creating a hot single that is 'Destroy and Rebuild'. Already creating a huge buzz in the underground scene 'Destroy and Rebuild' is the truth! This single highlights those before him who failed to take the UK hip-hop scene to the next level. Smiler takes you onto a journey into what he calls "…the games most adventurous art form… Hip-hop" He also makes it clear that this is not a diss track but his out take on hip-hop artist and the scene as a whole.
UK Grime artists have managed to build a strong scene and have in turn have been propelled into the spotlight. To this day Grime artists have had a strong presence in the UK charts, which has helped new grime artists to come through. Visit www.smilermusic.com
Alicia Keys releases Empire State of Mind Part II
12 x Grammy Award winner, Alicia Keys releases ‘Empire State of Mind Part II’ on February 22nd. ‘Empire State Of Mind Part I’ with Jay Z was one of the biggest hits of 2009, and now she will release her own version of the song, taken from her brand new album ‘The Element Of Freedom’. Alicia describes ‘The Element Of Freedom’ as a dichotomy of strength and vulnerability: “The music is really strong, and the drums are really aggressive, but my voice is vulnerable and delicate,” states Keys. Alicia Keys will be touring the UK in May including two dates at the O2 arena.
Jason Derulo returns with new single 'In My Head'
'Whatcha Say', one of the biggest airplay hits of 2009, entered the charts at #3. Now Jason Derülo looks poised to land a second major hit with the February 22nd release of his new single 'In My Head'.
The track places far more emphasis on Derülo's soaring vocal talents, with his naturally soulful tones building a melody and a hook even more insistent than the instantly addictive 'Whatcha Say'. If his last single made Jason Derülo one of the world's hottest new stars, 'In My Head' proves that he can keep the hits coming.
We meet best-selling author, Robert Greene
Robert Greene is the author of three bestselling books: The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, and The 33 Strategies of War. Robert Greene combined forces with 50 Cent to create The 50th Law a book that distils 50 Cent's accumulated business wisdom. Robert Greene shares his insight with us for this exclusive interview on his latest collaborative effort The 50th Law. Click here to read the interview...
Steve Aoki releases 'I'm In The House'
'I'm In The House' is released on 7th March and is the epic collaboration of America's superstar DJ, producer, and fashion mogul, Steve Aoki, and [[[Zuper Blahq]]], a mysterious new side project from a certain global megastar. 'I'm In The House' has been a club anthem for the past few months and is already receiving daytime spins on BBC Radio 1 and Kiss FM, with everyone from Pete Tong to Fearne Cotton leading the charge. For more information visit www.myspace.com/zuperblahq
Real Deal Comedy Jam
"Comedy that's the Real Deal" is how The Independent newspaper summed up the Real Deal Comedy Jam in 2009, which sold out multiple shows that year, had over 2 million hits on the website and attracted over 10 thousand people! 2010 will be no different just bigger and more mirthful, starting with the first tour Valentine's week.
So get ready to witness not only a comedy show, but also an entertainment event extravaganza! For the Real Deal Comedy Jam has gathered together the edgiest and hottest urban comedians and entertainers around today for four shows that will enable you to see why the Real Deal Comedy Jam is the UK's no1 urban stand-up comedy show.
The Real Deal Comedy Jam 'Valentines Special Tour!' Thursday 11th February 2010 @ Sway, London Friday 12th February 2010 @ Colston Hall, Bristol Saturday 13th February 2010 @ Alexandra Theatre, B'ham Sunday 14th February 2010 @ The Pulse (Nottingham Trent University), Nottingham
Stevie Hoang releases 'No Coming Back'on March 8th on Mercury Records and will be a special guest on tour with JLS.
He has toured with RnB counterparts N-Dubz and Tinchy Stryder in early 2009. 'No Coming Back' out March 8th is a slice of slick and refined RnB taken straight from the top drawer. The track features Stevie's silky and organic vocal, delivered with immaculate precision, stemming from his love for Boyz 2 Men.
East London artist Kosha has released "Old Skool" a single that got playlist successand support from many major radio stations. Born in Bethnal Green he started out on the pirate radio scene, knowing he wanted more he worked hard managing to push 40,000 copies of his single "I Need You".
February will see Driis release his new hip hop soul EP 'High Class Problems Vol 1', featuring brand new single 'Private Garden' produced by 9th Wonder (Jay-Z, Nas, Mary J Blige and Wale). Driis, the musical alter ego of Hackney-born entertainer Idris Elba brings this uplifting 5-track EP which includes the popular Pete Rock-produced single ' Please Be True', leak track 'Best I Can' preparing music fans for the hotly anticipated album due out late 2010 on Hevlar Recordings.
Finding time during his hectic Hollywood schedule to get back into the studio, ' High Class Problems' showcases Driis' maturity as an artist as well as his wide musical palette.
" 'High Class Problems' shows off my DJ mentality," Driis insists, "having that ability to hear what sounds work well together, even if they're from totally different genres, allows me to push the creative envelope and experiment." www.driismusic.com
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof: The Review
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof is Tennessee Williamss Pulitzer Prize-winning drama that premiered first on Broadway in 1955.
Fast
forward 50 years on and the Debbie Allen production that garnered rave
reviews on Broadway last year with its all African American cast now
comes to the Novello Theatre in London.
All
in all the play is a must see and will captivate your attention with
fly on the wall perspective to a family internal and external
struggles. CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF is playing for a strictly limited
season until Saturday 10 April 2010. Read the full review...
Clipse return with 'Til the Casket Drops'
The Clipse are rap's reigning poet laureates, the casual listener may only recall the 2002 anthem "Grindin" when the brothers, with The Neptunes, signalled a new day in rap. The Clipse have shown not only innovation, but tenacity. With their third label release Til The Casket Drops released on March 29th, the Clipse stand as the proverbial oasis on rap's arid landscape.
Til The Casket Drops is much more than an ambitious mouthful; it's a problem for any rap act thinking of releasing an album in 2010 and beyond. Malice's description cuts right to the bone: "It's expanding and experimental but at the same time it can't be faulted. It's risky but it ain't because we mastered it. Most people in our position would've let the forces that 'be' ruin them. People ask how we stay around so long. Because it's easy!" Sounds lie he's good. So too, so two, are the Clipse!
HonoRebel feat. Pitbull and Jumpsmokers release 'Now You See It'
HonoRebel's single, 'Now You See It' is out on 11th January. Joining the Jamaican-born dancehall artist on this release are Chicago-based DJ's the Jump Smokers and the mighty Pitbull – known for his smash isngle 'I Know You Want Me' and the follow up "Hotel Room Service" recently hit the top 10 and features Nicole Scherzinger from Pussycat Dolls.
'Now You See It' is an Electro Club banger, HonoRebel's and Pitbull's party charged lyrics are powered by a raw energy that will get any dancefloor moving. The single features production from rising underground stars the Jump Smokers, who also embellish the record with their trademark vocals. Remixes come courtesy of Afrojack (Tribal House), Benny Benassi (Electro House), Robbie Rivera (House), and Blockhe4d (Drum & Bass).
Video Teaser: Rhianna ft. Young Jeezy 'Hard'
Meet...Daniel Louisy
Although he's not been on the scene long, model Daniel Louisy has appeared on album covers, posters and featured in two of N-Dubz smash videos receiving respect and recognition for his work.
Going from strength to strength he was a perfectionist from a young age and developed his own approach to creating his transformation into being a model.
He has the knowledge and determination to be a success and as well as photo shoots and acting he is dedicated to fitness and has launched his own website www.daniellouisy.com We talked to Daniel about his journey so far, click here to read...
Into the hoods: A London fairytale
Join two runaway kids on their adventures at the ominous Ruff Endz estate in this fresh, witty and humorous contemporary fairytale. Meet aspiring singer Lil Red under contract to greedy producer Wolf, and Prince who is dating both rapper Rap-on-Zel and DJ Spinderella.
The award-winning smash hit from the West End and two Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, Into the Hoods features groovy tunes and wicked dance moves and includes music from Massive Attack, Kanye West, Black Eyed Peas and others.
12 x Grammy Award winner, Alicia Keys releases her highly anticipated 4th studio album, THE ELEMENT OF FREEDOM, on December 14th. The first single is "Doesn't Mean Anything," written and produced by Alicia and Kerry "Krucial" Brothers. Alicia is the girl of the moment; not only is she already riding high in the charts with the Jay Z collaboration 'Empire State Of Mind', but she also wrote Whitney Houston's come-back single 'Million Dollar Bill' which is currently in the top 5.
Alicia describes the album as a dichotomy of strength and vulnerability: "The music is really strong, and the drums are really aggressive, but my voice is vulnerable and delicate," states Keys.
Sade is back!
The wait is over! Soldier Of Love, the highly anticipated new body of work from Sade will be released worldwide on February 8, 2010. It's Sade's first official studio album since the multi-platinum release of Lovers Rock in 2000.
Known for their unique, timeless sound, Sade has enjoyed phenomenal success internationally throughout their twenty-five year career. Since their debut album, Diamond Life in 1984 the band have seen all five albums land in the Top 10 on Billboard's Top 200 Album Chart selling a total of more than 50 million albums worldwide to date.
Soldier of Love was recorded in England and produced by the band and their longtime collaborator Mike Pela.
Jason Derulo speaks to EUT...
R. Kelly releases new album 'Untitled'
Three-time Grammy winner R. Kelly is set to release his tenth studio album, "Untitled" on November 30th. On "Untitled", R. Kelly collaborates with up and coming producers including Infinity, Lil Ronnie, Chris Henderson, as well as Jack Splash & Soulshock and Karlin. In a break from almost exclusively recording in the infamous Chocolate Factory studio in Chicago, Kelly recorded some of the new material in Atlanta.
He has sold over 34 million records worldwide (5 million in the UK), released six #1 US albums, eleven #1 singles, and twelve US platinum-plus selling albums. He has also had three top ten albums and two #1 singles in the UK. The singer/songwriter/producer/musician has released thirteen albums in total, including compilations and collaborations.
DaVinChe effortlessly tackles production methods, making it good viewing for not only budding producers but music fans interested in a little studio insight.DaVinChe’s How To guides, come just days before the video release of his next single, ‘Hero’ featuring Cleo Sol. DaVinChe is currently adding finishing touches on a highly promising debut album ‘Open Minded’ due in April 2010, featuring an array of UK urban talent, accentuated by DaVinChe’s songwriting and production prowess.
We talk to Taio Cruz
Taio has stormed the charts recently gaining a number one hit with "Break Your Heart". As well as writing his new album, in the last two years Taio's writing and production skills have been enlisted by the Sugababes, Leona Lewis, Usher, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Pussycat Dolls, JLS, Anastacia and many more.
We caught up with him about his new album, what he thinks of UK artists and passing his driving test! Catch the full interview here...
So Solid return...
So Solid, unquestionably the most influential British urban act of the 21st century, are back with a new single and album, still blazing a trail that others can only follow but never quite match. After stepping back from the spotlight a few years back to watch what they had created seep its way into the British mainstream and dominate not only the charts but all youth culture, founding members Mega, Romeo and Lisa Maffia have decided to regroup and re-energise.
The results are scintillating. First single from their as-yet-untitled new album is 'Since You Went Away', a liquid slice of street-smart R&B, smooth and rough in equal measures.
It's like stroking a cat that suddenly reveals its claws, like Mary J. Blige serenading Wu Tang Clan, and it's lethally addictive. Listen to it once, and realise this: it's good to have them back.
The East London artist Mikill Pane has been gracing the live scene over the past couple of years with his original blend of tongue-in-cheek lyrics and versatile beats.
Taking influence from almost every genre his sound is unpredictable yet pleasurable. Working with the likes of Carvadeya, Mikill has released his "Shatter EP" with the track "Blag It" getting great responses.
He takes time to talk to us about his musical journey so far, what the future has in store and what he'd do if he was Jay-Z for the day...click here to read the interview.
Chris Brown Quote
"While I respect Rihanna's right to discuss the specific events of Feb 8th. I maintain my position that all of the details should remain a private matter between us. I do appreciate her support and wish her the best. I am extremely sorry for what I did and I accept accountability for my actions. At this point I am taking the proper steps to learn about me and grow from my mistakes. I only hope that others in similar situations can learn from our experience as well. Abuse of any kind is always wrong."
Kosha takes us back to the 90's with his brilliant new single 'Old Skool', out on November 30th.Born and bred in Bethnal Green, E2, Kosha has managed to establish himself as a very diverse and hard graft artist on the underground scene, as Seventy Recordings newest signing confesses "I was born to do this".Kosha has a very distinctive and unique style, his ability to effortlessly sing and rap, interchanging between the two in his very own twang with the same level of skill, is one of a kind.
Raekwon Interview
Though many of the legendary Wu Tang clan founding members went on to drop successful, critically acclaimed solo projects, none matched the game-changing impact of Raekwons 95 debut, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx. In addition to selling more than 1.1 million copies in the US alone, the seminal LP set the standard and established the vocabulary for Mafioso epics to follow.
Now
signed to EMI, the Chef is finally prepared to serve up his second
musical masterpiece. On his recent promo tour in London we got a
chance to catch up with the chef to talk about his latest offering to
the masses, his thoughts on records sales, Respect in the Game and more.Read the full interview with Raekwon here...
Mario returns with new album 'DNA' out now
Platinum R&B star Mario is set to release his new album D.N.A after "Break Up" claimed the #1 position for six consecutive weeks on the Urban Mainstream chart in the US.
D.N.A. is a sexy and honest collection that resonates with topics of love, relationships, and heartbreak; replete with a versatile yet distinctive Mario sound that critics and fans have grown to adore. "Being a vocalist and being able to express myself in ways that a lot of artists can't do is in my DNA – literally and creatively," states Mario. "I think that my growth is evident through my music and that's what D.N.A. is all about. Showing that growth and having that conversation with my fans."
Mariah Carey releases new album 'Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel'
Mariah Carey's new album; 'Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel' is out on 16 November. Described as one of the strongest statements of her career, this stunning new album follows "E=MC˛", and 10 million selling "The Emancipation of Mimi."
Mariah has collaborated with both The-Dream and Tricky Stewart to write and produce the entire album with just one exception. The album 'Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel' combines a mixture of instantly memorable wistful ballads with 'H.A.T.E U' and 'Candy Bling', the up tempo catchy 'Standing O' and the no nonsense 'Up out of my face' to name but a few.
A powerful rendition of the Foreigner's classic, "I want to know what love is" will be the second single. Mariah has sold over 200 million records worldwide so far making her the most successful female artist of all time.
Alesha Dixon releases 'To Love Again'
'To Love Again' - the new single from Alesha Dixon - combines two great powerhouses of British Pop: debutante solo artist Dixon (whose debut The Alesha Show has produced hits including 'Breathe Slow' and 'The Boy Does Nothing'); and Gary Barlow – the UK's King of Pop, with multi-million selling albums 'The Circus' and 'Beautiful World' for Take That and sold out stadium tours under his belt.
Alesha says: It's no secret that I've been a fan of Gary's work for many years. It was a complete honour to write with him and John Shanks. I was excited to see them at work. For me 'To Love Again' was the perfect song to write with Gary.
It is a personal song to me with an emotional connection. Somehow he was able to tap into this and draw it out of me. It's a vulnerable song with the message of hope! This has been a dream come true, more than they'll ever know!
Joe 'Majic'
With his 15 years in the scene, Joe has provided music for every moment of life... his music plays the role of the most reliable friend when it comes to a break up, being loved up or even when you just want to party it up! So it was pleasure to lay back and listen to the sounds of his 2009 album 'Signature'. Thankfully with Joe it's not only his smooth looks that have remained the same over time; his soulful, varied yet distinctive sound stays intact.
Livvi was born in Harrogate of all places, but instead of growing up
surrounded by cream teas & little old ladies, got whisked off to
the much sunnier climbs of Barbados when she was 5. Signed at 18, she's
been spending the last couple of years putting together her as yet
untitled debut album with the likes of Stargate, Red One, Greg Kurstin
and JR Rotem.
"Now I'm That Bitch" (where
bitch = Being In Total Control of Herself) is her first single, check out our exclusive interview with the star above!
Josh X interview
Audiences
first became acquainted with Josh X via his hot buzz song "Let's Ride,"
featuring Jadakiss. The
native New Yorker began piano on the insistence of his mother at the
age of 6, which led to classical training at the famed Julliard School
of Music.
The video for "Let's Ride" was featured in MTV
U's top ten countdown. The former A Tribe Called
Quest-affiliate MC Consequence took it upon himself to remix the track and brought in more star power with Busta Rhymes. The album
also highlights producers Swizz Beatz and Los Da Mystro. Josh X takes
time to talk toEUT's Gilera, click here to read...
Joel Culpepper Interview
Revealing new talent straight outta London - Joel is the quintessential backpacker, headphones in the ears, sitting at the back of the class lost in the world that his headphones has exposed him to. Now emerging from the UK's cutting edge live scene with a stance of "musical domination by any means necessary" the south east London based singer at 18 had travelled to new York and back with major label interest. Now at 25 has grown in his own sound as he writes, sings, dances and backed by his amazing band called "The Transformers".
His shows are thrilled with high energy, catchy songs and a lasting impression that will soon have new listeners saying, have you heard of Joel Culpepper? Click here to read the full interview.
Master Shortie
Master Shortie catches up with us about his new single "Bringing it Back", his big MOBO nomination and chirpsing girls on the bus! Yeah it's all in there, click here to read the interview...
Jay-Z: The Blueprint 3
We've all been waiting for it and come Monday it'll be on the shelves for all to buy, hear and judge. The Blueprint 3 is making a stir, the album mixes sounds and almost has different personalities.
With Drake, Alicia Keys, Pharrell, Kid Cudi and of course the track that's making the noise right now; "Run This Town" with Kanye West and Rihanna being just some of the collabrations.
The album is full of his opinions on politics, the industry, haters and god old fashioned boasting! With diverse production there are many different elements to the album that most should be able to get on board with. Read the full review here!
Whitney Houston is back with new album 'I Look To You'
New single 'Million Dollar Bill' and the new album 'I Look To You' are out now. Whitney Houston has sold an incredible 134 million albums, 11 million in the UK alone. Little wonder then that 'I Look To You' is one of the most anticipated albums of this year.
Her first studio album since 2002, Houston has once again teamed up with her longtime collaborator, the legendary music business executive Clive Davis; "Almost every song is a candidate for a single" he says.
Soul music pioneer R Kelly wrote title track 'I Look To You', a classic – and rather poignant – Whitney ballad. Hit-machine Stargate, responsible for Beyonce's 'Irreplaceable' wrote the contagious uptempo 'Call You Tonight.' Lead single 'Million Dollar Bill' was written by Alicia Keys and is a classic two-step, foot tapping summer anthem.
Joe releases single 'Majic' from Album 'Signiture'
Having been in the industry for many years now, Joe Thomas is no stranger to receiving accolades such as BET and Grammy Awards and is still finely churning out the best love songs that everyone can relate to shown in this new album. Maintaining his signature style he also brings fresh newness to the table, with bonus tracks and features from The Game, Mario and Trey Songz!
Michelle Williams
2004 was the year of Destiny's Child's last album, since then Michelle Williams has gone from strength to strength with two award-winning Gospel albums, winning a Grammy and now her album 'Unexpected' has already produced two #1's.
As well as her recording career Michelle is also starring in the musical 'Chicago' which is here in London until 18th September. She took a moment from sightseeing the city to talk to us about her solo career, her future work and that all important Destiny's Child reunion. Click here to read...
VV Brown releases 'Game Over' and announces tour dates
V V Brown has just announced a headline UK tour from November 4th, click here for the dates. She has released her brand new single "Game Over" through Island Records. V V, whose beautiful debut album "Travelling Like The Light" has just been released to huge critical acclaim, has had a busy summer wowing festival crowds bringing her unique brand of exhilarating pop to V Festival and Bestival.
Having been tipped in Vogue, V V is fast becoming something of a fashion darling. Her love of fashion has recently led her to set up her own online vintage webstore 'V V Vintage' and she is collaborating with a dress maker on clothes for the video for the forthcoming single. Click here to read our interview...
JLS
Britain's favourite new boyband, JLS, have announced their first ever headline UK Tour for February 2010. JLS: Oritsé, JB, Aston, and Marvin are the most successful group of all time to enter The X Factor; the most popular show on British TV.
'Beat again' swings out of radio speakers up and down the country, the hit is an infectious, addictive, street-savvy pop gem. JLS have broken every boyband rule being involved in every aspect of the creative process as they put the finishing touches to their debut album.
Tinchy Stryder and designer Wale Adeyemi support VIP appeal
The
National Blood Service's VIP Appeal has launched the Wale Adeyemi
T-shirt appeal. The designer, famous for fresh and funky designs,
including signature graffiti jacket worn by David Beckham, has designed
limited-edition T-shirts using the slogans 'love life' and 'blood
brothers'.
Wale,
who boasts high profile clients such as Estelle, Usher and Black Eyed
Peas, says of his support: "When the team approached me it took a split
second to decide whether to join the VIP Appeal. Giving blood can be
such a daunting process if you've not done it before and yet it can
have such a life changing impact on others and their families. If my
T-shirts go on to encourage more brave donors from all ethnic minority
groups then I will be very happy indeed." For more information on the
VIP Appeal visit www.blood.co.uk/vip
Shontelle
After singing 'T-Shirt' Barbados-born Shontelle's voice spread world-wide. She is signed to music mogul Steve Rifkind's SRC records and is a close friend of superstar Rihanna.
Her album 'Shontelligence' is out now and had already produced three massive hits for her including the collaboration with Akon 'Stuck with each other'.
Fresh from supporting Beyonce's latest UK tour and recording her new album right now Shontelle shares all with us. Including Barack Obama's love for her single 'Battle Cry' and what she thinks of the recent Mariah/Eminem beef!
Throwing preconceptions out of the window and mixing genres like a recipe MPHO brings upbeat pan-generic pop and electro beats to centre stage, add Kate Bush as an inspiration and an infectious on-stage energy and you have a performance to remember.
MPHO's first single 'Box 'N Locks' is full of soul and reveals her alternative style and choice to not perform just one genre. Her debut album 'Pop Art' is out in October and promises a diverse collection of tracks. With great responses and being 'One to Watch' her recent signing to EMI seals the deal.
In honour of our era's greatest musical icon the guys at MOBO have put together a tribute to the late, great Michael Jackson. Listen to what artists such as Ms Dynamite, Craig David, Sway and Jamelia have to say about the legend.
RIP MJ - gone but NEVER forgotten...
May7ven
Eccentric, Funky, Lovable, Talented, Innovative, Elegant and Musical, seven words the talented songstress May7en describes herself with. Nigerian-born May7ven talks to EUT's Waheed Cole about her musical journey so far, creating a new music genre she calls Afr'n'B and her future dreams of becoming a Grammy-winning artist taking the Nigerian music scene to the next level.
Mumzy Stranger's debut single 'One More Dance' is out now, bringing an exciting new sound and distinctive urban style to the scene.
Signed to Tiffinbeats Records, 'One More Dance' is produced by Rishi Rich, who also worked with the likes of Madonna, Britney Spears and Craig David.
Mumzy has a smooth, soulful vocal style, catchy pop rhythms and a clean-cut, urban look that's got industry insiders touting Mumzy to be one of the year's hottest new artistes. Visit www.mumzystranger.com for more.
EUT's Rishma Dhaliwal catches up with Mumzy. Check out the full interview!
Beverley Knight
Beverley Knight is back! She is very generously giving her new single 'Every Step' away via free download.
The very talented singer-songwriter is releasing her 6th studio album '100%' in September as well as a new cosmetics range titled 'K'.
Not forgetting the tour that starts in November, she took time to talk to us about all this and more! Click here to read.
VV Brown
Singer-songwriter VV Brown has just released her debut album "Travelling Like The Light". Her debut single "Leave" was released in March and her eccentric style has captured the hearts of many as she appears on the BBC's Sound of 2009 list as one to watch.
Her musical flare and style has seen her feature in Vogue, write and produce her whole album and play at the Forum, Astoria, Scala. She took time to talk to us about her life since signing to Island Records and the recent deal with Capital Records in the States and what she gets up to when she's not making music.
Jay is upcoming talent straight outta Leeds, he's worked closely with T2 and is the cousin of Micah Richards, footballer for Manchester City.
Jay's debut track, 'Hard Swagga', is out now, which you can catch at www.myspace.com/jayartis. The filming of his debut video with acclaimed director Luke Biggins is the talk of the town. Jay took a moment to talk to us.
Chipmunk
Starting at the age of 15 "Chip Diddy Chip" has come a long long way, from mixtapes to MOBO's, which he won that award before a single release!. After recently sitting his A-Levels he is now releasing his new single "Diamond Rings" on 6 July.
The infectious summer beat "Diamond Rings" is the first single to be released since his signing to Sony Columbia. Chipmunk talks to us about his forthcoming album titled "I am...Chipmunk", the grime scene and his future that right now to me seems very bright. Click here to read the full interview.
Otherwise known as the 'Queen of Crunk' Rasheeda has been on the scene since 2001 when she was part of hip hop trio Da Kaperz. Since then she has worked with the likes of The Dream, Lil Jon and Akon. Her album 'Certified Boss Chick' is out on 18 August and promises to deliver sexy and sensitive sides of Rasheeda.
Her style and lyrics cater for strong independent women with a varied style that matches her gemini star sign. The self acclaimed 'Boss Chick' Rasheeda lets us in on her journey in the industry so far, who she's feeling and what tracks are on her iPod.
Born and raised in Hackney, Professor Green started rapping at the age of 18 and was signed to Mike Skinner's label. Now working with Warner Music Group he is working on a new album and has had a great response from his EP.
He took time to talk to us. Click here for the interview.
Trip
Trip's gone down a storm at radio in the UK and the next single, 'Who's That', looks all set to be a summer smash.
He cut his teeth as an MC on the live circuit with a succession of heavyweight players including Grooverider, Shy FX and most notably Scratch Perverts and Killa Kela, with whom he toured the world supporting the likes of Justin Timberlake, NERD, Busta Rhymes, Redman and Outkast, Trip's now back in the UK and has completed his own genre splicing album, 'ShortCuts'..
DRIIS releases 'Please Be True' (Produced by Pete Rock) on 6th July on Hevlar Recordings taken from his forthcoming album set for release in early 2010.
Driis is the brainchild and musical alter ego of Idris Elba, Hackney-born Idris is no stranger to music and has been producing and performing under various monikers for many years. With his Hollywood status reaching almost supernova heights, Idris is keen to share his musical talents with the world too in the form of his upcoming hip hop soul album 'King Amongst Kings'.
The niece of soul diva Mica Paris and former student of Brit School, Cherri V is releasing her new single, 'Until The Sun Comes Up' on 13 July. the single is a fusion of RnB, pop and rock with a Nirvana sample. We took time to interview her, click here to read.
US producer and rapper Tahmac has released his debut album "Welcome to Tahland". The single "Give Back" featuring Mutya Buena is released on 20 July and has already been picked for playlist on London's Choice FM.
In true Bashy takeover style we review his debut album 'Catch me if you can'. Released on 1st June featuring a host of collaborations including N-Dubz, Wretch 32, Jamelia and Sirach Charles to name a few! Click here to read our review.
Bashy
From a grime MC turned actor turned producer who performed the title track for the Adulthood film and was the assistant music supervisor on it, Bashy is set to release his debut album "Catch Me If You Can" on 1st June. Performing at ILUVLIVE on 1st June for more infp about his upcoming gigs visit www.bashy.com. Check out our interview with Bashy here.
Jordin Sparks – Battlefield
Jordin Sparks has finally come back with an immediately appealing, heart-racing hit that exemplifies just how versatile her style can be. Written and produced by Ryan Tedder, 'Battlefield' which was premiered live on American Idol on May 14th, is Jordin's first single from her second studio album which will be released on July 14th 2009. Read the full review here.
L.A. Cartier
L.A. Cartier currently has a funky House track circulating, entitled 'Call Me' which has been playlisted on radio stations including BBC1Xtra and Kiss FM. EUT's Waheed Cole went along to the official video launch of her second release, 'Must Be Crazy'. Click here for a run-down of the night and the artist.
XO MAN
XO Man the 6 ft 10 rapper from Mitcham has a personality to match his height; winning Hugo Urban Rules in December 2008 his charm won over the crowds, and the Sugababes. His double A-side debut singles "Microwave" and "Lady Dog" are out now.
Visit his myspace to hear his latest tracks and watch his groundbreaking video.
He caught up with us to talk all things musical and more. Click here to read the interview...
HOLLOWMAN GIGGS
2008 saw south London's Giggs emerge as the hottest hip hop talent from the UK as he took over the streets and airwaves with his raw and honest style. His freestyle 'Talking The Hardest' became the unofficial anthem of the year, his debut album 'Walk In Da Park' sold out nationwide on it's day of release within hours of hitting the shelves, and perhaps most prestigiously Giggs picked up the BET Award for Best UK Hip Hop Act at a star-studded ceremony in Atlanta, USA.
Following on from last year's success, Giggs is ready to introduce SN1; a likeminded collective who are set to release their mixtape 'Another Quick One' on January 19th. As well as Giggs himself, the team consists of Joe Grind, Gunna D, Kyze and Boost, along with producers Boom Blast and Simple.
In between brand new music from the SN1 crew, the disc which is hosted by Mykal Million also boasts the underground smash 'The Last Staw'; a track which has shaken the industry after it unearthed disturbing truths about senior figures within the music game.
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