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10 Hispanic Rappers & Singers Contributing to Hip-Hop and R&B
Hip-hop and R&B are inseparable siblings. Both were born as channels to social and political expression. The genre’s New York roots would make it influential across cultural pockets in America. The cosmopolitan melting pot holds a diverse group of Hispanic immigrants and the influence it would have on Hispanic Americans would resonate from the moment hip-hop became a pop culture phenomenon.
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Justin Timberlake, ‘The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2′ – Album Review
With the second installment of ‘The 20/20 Experience’ we get an earnest view into why Justin Timberlake returned to music. In March, the New York Times declared '1 of 2' of the project (with a forward headline) ‘New Songs For a Side Career...
The Weeknd, ‘Kiss Land’ – Album Review
Before the Weeknd’s debut album, ‘Kiss Land,’ makes it to iPods, iPhones and Spotify playlists on Sept. 10, there’s already a 30-song catalog to mull over. Not only is the Canadian singer-songwriter’s catalog extensive, but it stems from three bodies of work: ‘House of Balloons, ‘Thursday’ and ‘Echoes of Silence.’ The mixtapes came together in 2012, and were released as ‘Trilogy’ on Republic Recor
Janelle Monae, ‘The Electric Lady’ – Album Review
One can try to place Janelle Monáe into a box, but that would accomplish nothing. This is a woman who thrives by expressing herself through various genres, which is showcased most excellently on her new album, 'The Electric Lady,' out Sept. 10.
R. Kelly Announces ‘Black Panties’ Release Date
R. Kelly is finally giving his fans what they've been waiting for: a release date for his 12th solo album, 'Black Panties.'
Miguel Debuts New Song ‘Can’t Sleep Together’
R&B singer Miguel is part of the Adult Swim Singles Programs, in which the late-night cable channel curates new music from artists. He brings the newly released 'Can't Sleep Together' to fans' ears.
Ariana Grande Brings Rap Hits to Broadway on ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Pop singer Ariana Grande stopped by 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' Friday night (Sept. 6) for a very special rendition of hip-hop classics and thrifty hits.
John Legend, ‘Love in the Future’ – Album Review
In the fall of 2004, John Legend was unveiled to the world, presented to us on some he’s "The Last of the Soul Man" tip. He sang. He played. He wrote his own music. The male Alicia Keys, if you will. John Legend, legally John Stephens, lived up to the expectations. Thanks to Kanye West, will.i.am and Dave Tozer, the producers took his piano-gospel inclinations and turned them into dark,
Mariah Carey’s ‘Music Box’ Turns 20
On Aug. 31, 1993, the yet-to-be emancipated Mariah Carey would release, ‘Music Box,’ her most successful album at that stage of her career. Earlier that summer, she began the unveiling with the lead single, ‘Dreamlover.’ The video showed her frolicking on a prairie, donning an oversized plaid shirt and proper-length shorts. It’s not the same girl we know today. She was 23 at the time, and just two
Goodie Mob, ‘Age Against the Machine’ – Album Review
Goodie Mob, the group that popularized the term "Dirty South," took some time off in 1999. Right after the completion of their third album ‘World Party,’ Cee Lo Green stepped away from the rap collective and his first two solo projects (‘Cee Lo Green and His Perfect Imperfections’ and ‘Cee-Lo Green... Is the Soul Machine’) had no signs of Big Gipp, Khujo, and T-Mo on them.