By now, you’ve heard Miley Cyrus’ new song, “We Can’t Stop”, and read my analysis of how the young singer has blatantly ripped off Urban culture as she follows the latest popular trends in music. Yet, since some of you misunderstood the point of the discussion, I used Trini Trent TV to make my views […]
It has already been confirmed that D. Woods won’t participate in the reunion of Danity Kane, specifically because she first learned of the plans via the internet and her schedule is too hectic. However, Dawn Richard tells a different story of why her former bandmate did not appear at their recent business meeting.
Kelly Rowland cites Janet Jackson as a major inspiration for her career and has emulated the icon’s style in many of her works. For her latest ode to Jackson, the Destiny’s Child runner up has crafted a new song called “Gone” and it is based on a certain classic from The Velvet Rope.
We’ve seen all the 2013 Hot 97 Summer Jam action from Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Miguel and Lil Kim yet footage of Chris Brown’s performances has been difficult to find. Thankfully, some media outlets cared just enough to share segments of his lengthy set.
Remember last year when I wrote an article about how many white artists rip off Urban culture when it suits their need to score a hit? Well, now that the Hip-Hop and R&B genres are returning to the forefront of the airwaves and EDM is quickly losing steam, Miley Cyrus provided an ideal example of […]
Did you know that Aretha Franklin’s signature song, “Respect”, topped the Billboard Hot 100 exactly 46 years ago today? Originally recorded by Otis Redding, Franklin’s cover of “Respect” was released in April 1967 and rose to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of June 3rd of the year. The song lead the […]
J. Cole has been busy in the studio with the remaining members of TLC as he prepares material for their comeback album. However, before he shares a spot on the record’s track list with Drake and other Hip-Hop heavyweights, Cole got the group to return the favour via a new song that is set to […]
After Nicki Minaj was booed at the 2013 Hot 97 Summer Jam concert in New York yesterday, many of her fans bombarded social media pages with claims that the reports were untrue and that Lil Kim was actually the victim of backlash from the crowd. However, now that footage of Kim’s appearance has surfaced, it’s […]
Nicki Minaj got a healthy serving of humble pie when she made a “surprise” appearance at the 2013 Hot 97 Summer Jam concert today. Featured as a guest act during 2 Chainz’s set, the rapper performed probably thought that she would have been the star of the show but she was greeted with boos instead […]
Earlier today, the blogosphere bubbled with reports that Mariah Carey would join Miguel during his set at the 2013 Hot 97 Summer Jam show and to their fans’ glee, the news was true! However, the diva wasn’t the only surprise to hit the stage. J. Cole also rocked the crowd with a short yet enjoyable […]