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Diggin' in the Crates, Listicle, Weekend Bounce

Harlem's Own: Favorite Weekend Songs

It's the weekend. You've worked all week, and now it's time to tackle the other jobs that keep you busy, whether it's running errands or performing household chores, or afterward, just relaxing. I find it important to keep a soundtrack...

Harlem  |  10/25/2009 at 12:30 PM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink

Soul Cynic

Do People Slow Dance Anymore?

I'm sure I am dating myself by admitting this, but there was once a time when there seemed to be a format to every good party. First Hip Hop was played by the DJ, then uptempo R&B leading into mid-tempo...

ill Mami  |  03/26/2009 at 2:00 PM  |  Comments (10)  |  Permalink

Contests & Giveaways

SoulBouncers: Win the 'Cadillac Records' DVD & Soundtrack!

If you loved the film Cadillac Records, then you're going to love our next giveaway. In honor of the March 10th release of the Cadillac Records DVD, SoulBounce in association with Sony Music Home Entertainment and Sony BMG Music Entertainment...

Butta  |  03/05/2009 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Events

Adele Is Helming US Tour

Adele, fresh from her Grammy wins and still teeming with critical praise, will be headlining a tour across the United States. She's definitely proving that chasing pavements is also synonymous with hustling hard, but is still really humble and pragmatic...

Ro  |  02/24/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

We Hear

Etta James Got Jokes

And now we come crashing back to reality. For anyone that had visions of 71-year-old "Miss Peaches" whaling on Sasha Fierce, put it out of your mind. It was all a joke! Now where will we direct our self-righteous indignation?"I'm...

nOvaMatic  |  02/05/2009 at 7:30 PM  |  Comments (16)  |  Permalink

Soul-Poll

Did Etta James Go Too Far?

If there's one thing we love it's a crunk sista of advanced age. It doesn't matter if what she has to say is fair, warranted, realistic or accurate--it simply entertains us. I'm sure everyone by now is aware of Etta...

nOvaMatic  |  02/05/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (36)  |  Permalink

Video SoulBounce

You Wish You Had A Love Like Our President and First Lady

Even with the daunting task of nine more official balls to attend, and after the historic events of earlier in the day President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama's love is strong. It's real. It's beautiful. Their first dance...

Ro  |  01/21/2009 at 11:00 AM  |  Comments (10)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Hold Tight

"Sumthin' Wicked This Way Comes" in the form of more tales economic hardship. T-Boz is losing her house, too. [VIBE]Andy Samberg has teamed up with Norah Jones, Justin Timberlake, E-40 and others for his forthcoming album Incredibad which will...

Ro  |  12/12/2008 at 10:00 AM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Just Don't Work On You

Keyshia Cole looked like a cross between Etta James and Lady Eloise at the De La Hoya-Pacquiao fight on Saturday. [GT]Want to know Beyoncé's mother's take on the fashion of Cadillac Records? No? Us neither. [BV]Common's new album gets no love in...

ill Mami  |  12/08/2008 at 10:00 AM  |  Comments (2)  |  Permalink

Soul On Film

'Cadillac' Actors Dig Deep to Rock Their Roles

One of the most highly anticipated films of the season opens this Friday when Cadillac Records bows in theaters, boasting both an all-star cast and soundtrack. The film premiered this week in New York and Los Angeles, with many of...

Harlem  |  12/03/2008 at 2:00 PM  |  Comments (18)  |  Permalink

A Soulful Noise

'The Best Of Chess Records' Offers Originals of Songs in the Upcoming Film 'Cadillac Records'

When the track list for the Cadillac Records soundtrack was released, we pondered whether or not it would deliver in the face of some questionable covers and makeovers. Capitalizing on the building interest in the music and label, Chess Records,...

Ro  |  12/01/2008 at 7:00 PM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink

Releases

Your SoulBounce Guide To New & Upcoming Releases!

Look at you. Just frothing at the mouth for that new Beyoncé, ain'tcha? Well your wait is over, Crazy, because her album, along with a bunch of other stuff, is about to be released--officially! Welcome to another Release Guide. As...

nOvaMatic  |  11/17/2008 at 12:00 PM  |  Comments (15)  |  Permalink

First Spin

Hear Beyoncé As Etta James 'At Last'

You've probably noticed that we here at SoulBounce have been purposely ignoring the onslaught of new music and videos from Beyoncé's upcoming double album that has the blogosphere in a tizzy. It's not that we don't like Bey (OK,...

Butta  |  10/23/2008 at 2:00 PM  |  Comments (13)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Swing It Over Here, Shawty

D'Angelo's body is almost back in "Untitled" shape according to his trainer who reveals some secrets about his workout regiment and new music. Let the church say "Amen!" [MM]Kid Sister and Estelle have flipped the script on Latifah's "Ladies...

Butta  |  10/22/2008 at 10:00 AM  |  Comments (7)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: The Butterfly? Uh, Uh That's Old!

A Hollywood madame is adding fuel to those tired Will Smith rumors. [GK]Kanye West is so secure in his new album that he sees fit to defend it left and right. [XXL]Also, he may be working with Boy George....

nOvaMatic  |  10/21/2008 at 10:00 AM  |  Permalink

SoulTube

Beyoncé Unveiled As Etta James 'At Last'

On last night's telecast of Fashion Rocks we were finally got to see Beyoncé live as Etta James. Yes, we've gotten fleeting glimpses of Bey in all her short blonde wig and thick black eyebrowed glory on the set of...

Butta  |  09/10/2008 at 5:00 PM  |  Comments (17)  |  Permalink

Soul On Film

More 'Cadilliac Records' Casting News

Cadillac Records, the upcoming movie about famed Chess Records, will be adding another modern-day musician to portray another legendary artist on its roster. Many side eyes were a-twiching after news was announced that Beyoncé would be playing Etta James,...

ill Mami  |  03/31/2008 at 1:30 PM  |  Comments (1)  |  Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Brenda's Her Name

Nas is rumored to be under consideration for the role of Kool G. Rap in The Vapors. Talk about blind casting. [WH]So that's where Beyoncé got her Etta James wig from. [C+D]Listening to music on MySpace is about to...

Butta  |  03/11/2008 at 10:00 AM  |  Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Etta James On Beyoncé Casting: 'She's going to have a hill to climb'

It seems as if a lot of SoulBouncers are giving the news of Beyoncé being cast as Etta James the serious side-eye. Can't say that I blame folks, but I'm willing to give Bey the benefit of the doubt....

Butta  |  02/21/2008 at 3:40 PM  |  Comments (3)  |  Permalink

A Soulful Noise, Soul On Film

It's Official: Beyoncé To Play Etta James In New Movie

A few weeks ago a nasty rumor was floating around that Beyoncé had snagged the role of Etta James in an upcoming feature film about Chess Records. We laughed it off as a simple attempt to garner some buzz...

Butta  |  02/20/2008 at 3:50 PM  |  Comments (13)  |  Permalink