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Morning Soul: I'm Not A Player I Just Crush A Lot

Oprah to her TV show in 2011: Deuces. [REU]Hustle and Flow takes on the Soul Train Awards. [MR]Get ready for a Motown Thanksgiving with Kem, Shontelle, Melanie Fiona, and more! [MT]Nas, Damien Marley and National Geographic are set to...

Ro | 11/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Go To My Heavy Chevy And Pop The Trunk

Jay-Z's "Empire" nets him his first Billboard Hot 100 #1 single as lead performer. [BB]Ludacris is *sigh* boarding the Last Train to Paris. We're numb to this. [RR]Jennifer Hudson is set to star as Winnie Mandela in a new film....

Harlem | 11/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Federal Agents Mad Cause I'm Flagrant

Diddy's oldest, Justin, is growing up into quite the handsome young man. He gets it from his mama. [CL]There are plans for a revival of Michael Jackson's Captain EO at Disneyland. [TF]AEG to Dr. Conrad Murray: "Who you gon get...

Butta | 11/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Leave The Smack And The Crack For The Wack

Lupe Fiasco sits down with 'The Wikipedia Files' to fact check his own Wikipedia page [RR] "Gangsta Killers" Wale, Drake and Kid Cudi are among GQ's Men of the Year [KYU] While Oprah has no current plans to launch...

huny | 11/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Sitting In My Room With My Smoking Jacket On

Goodie Mob and The Roots performed on Jimmy Fallon last week. It was extra funky. [OKP]It may be too early for bedroom eyes, Phonte, but it's all good. [FYBM]We're late on this K-Swiss ad that features the ever-smooth Jose James....

ill Mami | 11/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Get Up, Get, Get, Get Down

We see your Gaga, Bey, and [insert contemporary, overwrought sexpot pop star] and raise you Betty Davis. Because you will lose. [NYTB]Wale is generally adorable and acts like a 12 year old girl when discussing his fondness of Solange. Awww....

Ro | 11/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Chickens Is Watching

Get ready. A new MJ-themed Vegas Cirque Du Soleil show may be on the horizon. [IDOL]Speaking of MJ, a portrait of him at an LA auction sold for $812,000. Wow. [TOI]Alicia Keys looks very soppable nice on the new Uptown...

Harlem | 11/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Like This And Like That

Jay-Z is trying to deposit a baby in the Bank of Beyonce. [NYDN]Not so fast, this is not Alicia Keys' new album cover. Thank God. [PBB]Michael Jackson's funeral cost a whopping $1 million. [Y!]Contrary to previous reports, Janet and Jermaine...

Butta | 11/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Who Can I Run To When I Need Love

Teena Marie performed on The View this morning. [BWE]This "afro chair" is rather disturbing. [FL]Lil Wayne's official documentary The Carter has a trailer. I wish this weren't true. [YT]Use YouTube to turn your favorite videos into a jukebox. [LH]...

ill Mami | 11/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ain't Nobody Humpin' Around

Why, yes. All Black people do rap. Even when we're singing. [FF]Kanye West as Fred Sanford? Diddy as Conway Twitty? Yup. [DNJ]A Ghostface ghost story of course would involve little people and rock band KISS. [YT]R. Kelly's tribute song to...

ill Mami | 11/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Do Or Die

Chris Brown's managers are pushing up his release and tour dates. [PPL] Delusions of Grandeur Exhibit #39104: Trey Songz's new single "I Invented Sex." [TBB]NPR is on the Mayer Hawthorne train Vespa. [NPR]Um, why is there going to be...

Ro | 11/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Folks Get Brown In The Sunshine

Rihanna on GMA this morning: "Eff love." [CL]Pepsi has a cool new marketing campaign involving Hip Hop. [WH]The return of Soul Train Awards went down earlier this week. Check the broadcast on Centric later this month. [TRU]Mary J. Blige is...

Butta | 11/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: If You See Me Walking Down The Street

Behold 50 Cent's new cologne ad. Photoshop is a helluva drug. [C+D]Paula Abdul channels her inner outer Jasmine Guy. [GFY]Now Redman wants to jump on the sinking ship that is Auto-Tune. [TRU]Whitney does Russia this December. [VRTY]...

Butta | 11/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me

Did you know Rihanna is one of Glamour's Women of the Year? In her interview she opens up about the Chris Brown incident, those nudie pics, and, of course, her new album. [GLAM] Did you see the aforementioned Chris...

huny | 11/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Let's Get Lost In Each Other

Toni Braxton is back and in full effect at Atlantic Records. New disc February 2010. [SR]Tom Hanks believes Beyonce's "Single Ladies" is the Song of 2009 [sic]. [MTV]Speaking of Bey, the I Am...Yours live CD/DVD hits the streets November 23rd....

Harlem | 11/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Uptown, Baby! We Gets Down, Baby!

This Is It is breaking all kinds of records. [MTV]Resident sex therapist Robin Thicke is "just getting over [himself] now." [CT]Congrats to Melanie Fiona for getting some much deserved shine! [BB]Lilith Fair: Don't call it a comeback. [NYT]...

Ro | 10/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Nice And Smooth Are Good To Go

Marlon and Jackie Jackson speak on their brother's film. [MTV]Monica, promoting her new reality show, looked gorgeous on 106 & Park. [CL]No, for real, Jay-Z and Alicia Keys will be performing before today's World Series game. [SR]Get to know hip-hop...

Harlem | 10/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Was A Fiend Before I Became A Teen

That's 100% Michael Jackson that you see in This Is It. [VB]Diamond District's In the Ruff is being called "the most complete D.C. rap album of the year." [OM]Shyne's next stop after prison? Belize. [MI]Master P is the next random...

Butta | 10/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Beware Of The Jackhammer

Amy Winehouse's dad insists his daughter is doing fantastic. And! The new tittays she showed up with yesterday at The Q Awards "are great as well." [R-U] Tyler Perry and Spike Lee fittina engage in fisticuffs! have a fundamental...

huny | 10/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Microphone Checka

Master P promises that Better Black TV will have "entertainment and education together." [CMPLX]Public Enemy is seeking funding for their new album from their fans. [HHW]It was Spike Jonze, not Kanye West, who pulled the "We Were Once A Fairytale"...

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

Morning Soul: You're Contagious

Michael Jackson fans bring the whomp, speak some truth. [RU]Keep trying, Chrissy boy. [EX]Gaga has overcome the devastating loss of Kanye West and will tour without him. [RS]Robin Thicke and Paula Patton are expecting their first child. See what some...

Ro | 10/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Lay Your Troubles Down

DWTS paid tribute to MJ on Tuesday's show. Oh, and this just in: LaToya scares me. [PC]Independent artists are about to be broken off proper after cutting a deal with YouTube. [TG]It's not too late to get on that J-Hud...

Harlem | 10/22/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Join The Caravan of Love

Think you got what it takes to remix a Tortured Soul song? [TS] Trey Songz needs more people. I'm still not buying whatever he's selling. [SONYC]I'mma let you finish, but you really shouldn't hate Kanye West--in spite of himself. [SP]And...

Butta | 10/21/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Blowing Through The Jasmine In My Mind

Timbaland is hoping to cast teen stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in "Morning After Dark," his new video off the upcoming Shock Value 2 album. Apparently the entire album is inspired by the Twilight books. Interesting. [MTV] Beyonce...

huny | 10/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Know You Make Me Want To

Common's new album will have raw Hip Hop. That breeze you just felt was a collective sigh of relief. [OKP]Percy Miller a/k/a Master P will be rebuilding homes in his home town of New Orleans for low-income residents. [HHW]Chilli and...

ill Mami | 10/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Here's The Key To Unlock The Door

The next female rapper...brought to you by Cover Girl? (And Latifah.) [EX] Sasha Fierce's next video will feature The Gaga.[SR] Glee pretend-tackled racism by featuring Jill Scott's "Hate On Me." [NYT] Uh...Bill Cosby is releasing a Hip Hop album....

Ro | 10/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Coffee, Tea Or Me, Baby

Oh, My. An idiot hauled off and hit Leona Lewis during a UK book signing. [AP]Oh, Yes. The lovely Estelle will be featured in this holiday season's GAP ads. Sweet. [CL]Oh, Look. Ray J and his tramps latest lady loves...

Harlem | 10/15/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Sexy, Sexy, Sexy

Rumor has it that Mashonda has her eye and possibly other body parts on Idris Elba. Get in line, girlfriend. [HB]Roxanne Shante finally admits to lying about having a PhD. That's cool, we stopped caring weeks ago. [TUD]After lacing that...

Butta | 10/14/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Like the Boys

T3 of Slum Village speaks on his solo album, his fallen comrades Dilla and Baatin, and why it was imperative Baatin be a part of the new SV album [2DB] Dr. Dre's limited-edition HP laptop, hitting stores October 22,...

huny | 10/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: M-O-N-E-Y Never Did A Thing For L-O-V-I-N

Didn't get your fill of foreign blackface from last week? Here's some more! [CPX]Shyne's uncle is getting his new home ready in Belize. [MI]Kanye's headed off to Indian ashram for some rest & relaxation. For real this time. [NME]Asher...

ill Mami | 10/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's The Power That Gives You The Strength To Survive

Jennifer Hudson and her baby David are adorable. [CNN]For The Roots lover in all of us: an etched vinyl copy of How I Got Over. [DJR]The Hip Hop Chess Federation is hosting its annual tournament tomorrow in San Francisco....

Ro | 10/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You've Got To Show Me Love

Wait. Michael Jackson sang background vocals on a Jay-Z track?!? [XXL]Adam Yauch of The Beastie Boys is feeling hopeful about his cancer treatment. [MTV]In what is sure to be an emotional scene, Jennifer Hudson is filming a holiday special...

Harlem | 10/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Til A New Day Dawns

Shyne was supposed to be released from jail yesterday, but hit a little deportation snag. [MTV]Prince is stylin' and profilin' at Paris Fashion Week. [C+D]Mariah Carey likes to play dress-up when she leaves the house. [PPL]T-Pain's iPhone app has...

Butta | 10/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: No Romance Without Finance

News that Corinne Bailey Rae is coming out with some new tunes is music to my ears. [GRDN]I don't see Lil Mama anywhere in these flicks of Jay-Z and Alicia Keys on the set of "Empire State of Mind."...

Butta | 10/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Raining Men...Hallelujah!

Khandi Burruss' former fiancé Ashley "A.J." Jewell was murdered killed over the weekend in Atlanta. [BE]Get caught up on some new and modern Jazz cats available now. [NPR]A glimpse into what's probably covering the walls at Kanye West's crib. [NWS] Drake...

ill Mami | 10/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Time Makes Lovers Feel Like They Got Something Real

Let's hair it for Solange. [TOWS]Dionne Warwick arrived in flood-torn Manilla this morning, dedicating her concert to its victims. [IN]British singers swept the MOBOs...which makes complete sense. [BBC/R1]Aren't we over enunciating white saviors for soul music yet? [VV]Awww, is...

Ro | 10/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: That's The Look, That's The Look

Amy Winehouse freestyles... badly. About bacon. [IDOL]Wyclef and Donna Summer are set to perform at the December 10th Nobel Peace Prize Concert. [AHH]Ludacris and his foundation are donating thousands to Georgia flood victims. [SR]It's official: DMX will do anything...

Harlem | 10/01/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's A Cruel Summer

Janet Jackson has another greatest hits collection on the way. [AOAAD]With Fabolous filming a "Twitter reality show," which one has jumped the shark? [WH]The resemblance between LaToya Jackson and a certain movie character are uncanny. [DL]Damn you, Kandi Burress. I...

Butta | 09/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Club Tropicana Drinks Are Free

So Maxwell's "Suite Lady" is The-Dream's sloppy seconds. [BSP]Solange will chop it up with Oprah about chopping off her hair. [TRU]Who keeps booking Tracy Morgan for this VH1 Hip Hop Honor's hosting gig? [BWE]Lloyd goes in on Ciara. [SONYC]Lyfe...

Butta | 09/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: I'm On The Hunt I'm After You

Black Dynamite is coming soon to a theatre near you. [FL]Fela fans rejoice now that his entire catalogue--45 albums--will be released over the next 18 months. [BAL]Nas and Kelis are still getting a divorce. [TMZ]MTV and BET Networks are debuting...

ill Mami | 09/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's The Pleasure Principle

Trey Songz is definitely no D'Angelo. Like, at all. [HM]Are Kelly Price, Tamia and Deborah Cox starting an r&b super-group? Really? [VB]Sorry, Mexican food, Raphael Saadiq would give you up for soul music. [MOG]Amy Winehouse's goddaughter is dropping an...

Ro | 09/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Everybody Get Up And Do Your Thing

Macy Gray was the first female shown the door on Dancing With The Stars. Damn. [ABC]It's on. Tonight. VH1's Behind The Music: Bobby Brown. Get your tweets ready. [VH1]Wait, so this is still coming out? Really?!? [BS]Rihanna once sang...

Harlem | 09/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Wanna Miss Out

Just when you thought Kanye-Gate was tired and played out, there are t-shirts to prove it. [SONYC]Beyonce isn't welcome in Malaysia because she's "immoral." [SR]Dame Dash is back in the game with a new movie starring Mos Def in...

Butta | 09/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Do You Wanna Ride?

Goodie Mob reunited in ATL over the weekend. [XXL]The Soul Controllers went IN at their 18th anniversary shindig with Joy Jones and the Ill Vibe Collective. [WF]Get to know UK label Tru Thoughts a little better. [SUK]T-Pain - Auto-Tune...

Butta | 09/22/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: A Non-Stop Secret Rendezvous

Rumors abound about a Nas-Kelis reconciliation. [HHDX]Brett Ratner reminisces on Ghostface Killah digging up a bucket of friend chicken in his backyard. Yes, you read that correctly. [MI]This Michael Jackson "Thriller" doll is all I want for Christmas. [NWS]Kanye...

ill Mami | 09/21/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Falling In Love Is So Bittersweet

Chris Brown deserves worse than trudging through horse s--t but it's a start. [NDN]Careful, Sasha. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. may not be as forgiving as Des'ree when it comes to suing you. [ABC]Swiftgate continues for Kanye, the rest of...

Ro | 09/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Just Wanna Kiss Your Big Mouth

"Rappers Delight" turned 30 yesterday. Congrats to the Sugar Hill Gang. [YT]Jill Scott will be playing a mother next year on the Lifetime Movie Network. [VARIETY]Bobby Brown's a Celebrity...Fit Club contestant this coming season. [IDOL]So, would I be wrong...

Harlem | 09/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Get The Best From Me

Is Kanye West the new O.J. Simpson? [MA]Bobby Brown on Whitney: "We corrupted each other." [TI]Toni Braxton has been taking in Fashion Week in NYC. [C+D]Beyonce is set to join the already crowded field of celebs with their own...

Butta | 09/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Yo Mister, How's Your Daughter

So President Obama apparently called Kanye West a "jackass." [CL]Lil Mama apologized for crashing Jay-Z's set at the MTV VMAs. [C+D]Disney may bring back Michael Jackson's Captain Eo. [WH]Andre 3000, Snoop Dogg and more Hip Hop icons get "Simpsonized."...

Butta | 09/15/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Chaka Khan, Chaka Khan

What if that whole Kanye West/Taylor Swift thing was a set up by MTV? Hmmm... [IDOL]Pink lets her feelings about Kanye really be known. [BC]I believe the look on Beyoncé's face is known as mortification. [GWK]Behold Rihanna, Queen Of The...

ill Mami | 09/14/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Let's Dance, Let's Shout!

Now that BET has been put on blast, now what? [BV]Natalie Cole has triumphant return after her recent kidney transplant. [LAT]Which Queen of Hip Hop Soul cut class to watching the "Thriller" video as a child? [MTV]Quincy Jones has...

Ro | 09/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Sing It, Sugar!

The Root welcomes Danyel Smith, its new executive editor. [NYT]Whitney's I Look To You debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 charts. [BB]Ne-Yo is headed back to the big screen, this time in Battle: Los Angeles. [SR]Mary J. covers...

Harlem | 09/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Turn Around You Fool

Additional details emerge about Michael Jackson's This Is It. [BC]50 Cent plans to kick "50 Cent" to the curb. Like the rest of us already have. [SP]Janet Jackson will honor Michael at the VMAs this Sunday during the show's...

Butta | 09/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Cause When I'm Bad, I'm So, So Bad

Vote for J*DaVeY to get on MTV and become "the next big thing." [IWMM]Diana Ross makes ME want to run for the border. [CL]Erykah Badu talks the vegan lifestyle and let's her afro out to play. [C+D]Jay-Z and Alicia...

Butta | 09/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Make A Little Love

Doug E.Fresh is a Scientologist. [EXR]Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 is now slated for release tomorrow, the same day Raekwon's Only Built For Cuban Links 2 drops. [AHH]It's not so Ludacris to give away 20 free cars with one month of...

ill Mami | 09/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love Me Every Night With Femininity

Amazon's giving away free mp3 downloads to everyone. Hurry up before they change their minds. [LH]Jay-Z x US Open x Arthur Ashe = This amazing shirt. [BC]Is Maxwell this generation's Marvin Gaye? [HS]Whitney Houston looks great on the cover...

ill Mami | 09/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Saving Myself

Wait. ABC did what to Whitney Houston's voice on GMA? [GAWK]So Roxanne Shanté isn't really a doctor after all. [SLATE]Knowing what Kid is up to begs the question: Where in the world is Play? Seriously. [BWE]Cypress Hill is just...

Harlem | 09/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Make Love Like Instruments

VH1's Behind the Music series returns from a multiple-year nap with Lil Wayne as the first subject. [MTV]Will you be watching Monica's new reality show on BET? [SR]Ron Artest sings Celine Dion. No, really. Why are you laughing so...

Butta | 09/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Can't Do That

Chris Brown clarifies his statements to Larry King. Tune in to CNN tonight to see the complete interview. [PEOPLE] That Michael Jackson sighting caught on YouTube was a hoax. No, duh. [Y!]Speaking of MiJac, this motorcycle is a "Thriller."...

Butta | 09/01/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Tried But She Can't Let Go

Thanks, Madame Tussaud's for making your latest Michael Jackson wax figure even more creepy than it needs to be. [BWE]Want a custom-made Thriller jacket just in time for back-to-school and 25 years too late? [BD]Get to know more about...

ill Mami | 08/31/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Never Trust A Big Butt And A Smile

Members of the Jackson family found a bag of various drugs in Michael's house after his death. [AP]Ne-Yo + Miss Piggy = best duet of the year? [PPL]The Soul Train Awards will be held at the Atlanta Convention Center....

Ro | 08/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Customer Satisfaction Is Guaranteed

Soul Train is headed to the big screen, with Don Cornelius heavily involved. Oh, so it's a comedy? [VAR]After three weeks, Maxwell is still atop the Billboard R&B charts. [SR]The latest episode of Gordon Gartrell Radio has a lot...

Harlem | 08/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Need A Man With Sensitivity

Beyonce has been named Billboard's Woman of the Year. [BB]TLC is reuniting for a benefit concert. [SR]LaToya Jackson will cohost The View next month. This has "train wreck" written all over it. [Y!]Paula Abdul has a new gig: hosting...

Butta | 08/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wanna Roll Wit'cha, Lady

Michael Jackson's death has been ruled a homicide. Dr. Conrad Murray better watch his back. [Y!]VIBE gets a new EIC and has a new attitude. [NYT]Hip Hop needs to atone for its sins. [AHH]Whitney is looking hella good in...

Butta | 08/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky And Mike

Digable Planets' Butterfly and Doodlebug will be coming soon to a stage near you. [FSM]Spike Lee and DJ Spinna's outdoor party celebrating Michael Jackson's birthday has been relocated to accommodate large celebrating crowds. [NYT]Amy Winehouse's comeback has her looking and...

ill Mami | 08/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Bang This In Your Whips

The Michael Jackson concert film release date has been moved up a few days. [LAT]Whitney Houston's comeback album hasn't even been released yet and she's already sparking Grammy buzz. Mind that thing on the floor behind you, it's the...

Ro | 08/21/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Word Up...Hey

Whitney Houston will be Oprah's first guest this season. The divas chat Sept. 14th. [EW]JD doesn't care for the GQ MJ cover that states "When Michael Was Cool." We agree. [G14]Big Boi speaks about the plans for a new...

Harlem | 08/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Give It To Em, Queen

Ginuwine's baby hair was pumping at DC's Stone Soul Picnic this past weekend. [MMDC]Oprah is totally enamored with Jay-Z. Gag me with a camel. [PEOPLE]Mariah Carey plans to release a power ballad as her "official" first single. So who's...

Butta | 08/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Gotta What Yo, Gotta Get A Ruffneck

Jamie Foxx is mad that his wang dang doodle got put on blast on the net. [CL]Mya and Macy Gray will join other has-beens celebrities on the new season of Dancing With the Stars. [C+D]Estelle and Rachel Roy have...

Butta | 08/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Get Up On This

Slum Village x Run-DMC = this awesome shirt. [MTVN]Get up on some Brazilian Soul compliments of Arthur Verocai. [NPR]Mary J. Blige is slated to guest judge the new season of American Idol. [PPL]Attention "intimidating" "thick" women: Ludacris wants you....

ill Mami | 08/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: The Party's Not Over

Latifah's Queen of the Road. [KMBA]The Billboard Charts are no battlefield for Jordin Sparks, she's 4-4 in chart topping singles. [BB]Michael Jackson, Proletarian of Pop. [PSL]VIBE magazine has been digitally revived. [WSJ]...

Ro | 08/14/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Do You Know What Today Is?

IT'S been confirmed: Usher and Whitney Houston will join others on a remake of MJ's "Will You Be There." [TMZ]Janet Jackson gracing the cover of Harper's Baazar October issue warms OUR hearts. [IDOL] Another satisfied SoulBouncer: Take a SECOND...

Harlem | 08/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Only Want To Please You

'80s babies have been knowing that Tone Loc's "Funky Cold Medina" and "Wild Thing" really are the same song. [BWE]Teddy Pendergrass is currently hospitalized but assures fans that he is nowhere close to death. Thank goodness. [EW]The new CMX...

ill Mami | 08/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Digging On We

Congratulations to Jennifer Hudson who gave birth to a bouncing baby Punk boy. [SB411]Amerie is looking fabtastic in this new batch of promo pics. [LBS]Queen Latifah might guest judge on American Idol this year. [TFB]Ludacris has a new fragrance...

Butta | 08/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: All I Wanna Do Is Love You

Jay-Z took Oprah to Brooklyn. She held on tightly. [NR]Thanks to a California judge, you'll be able to purchase Jermaine Jackson's "Smile." [SR]Jesus be a crowbar: LaToya Jackson has her hands on a lot of MJ's unreleased material. [RS]When...

Harlem | 08/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: There Is Nothing Like This

Rihanna, Jay-Z and Kanye West will perform on the premiere episode of Jay Leno's new show. [RT]FYI: Jazmine Sullivan actually busted out the windows on someone's car once. [SR]Bassment Jaxx have enlisted Sam Sparro, Yo Majesty, Santigold and Yoko...

Ro | 08/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Been Six Months And Still No Word

MCA, aka Adam Yauch, of the Beastie Boys is recovering from cancer surgery. [URB] Did you know that August is "Ban Major Record Labels" month? Now you do. [PC]Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 artwork and track listing is available for perusal. [HHDX]Check out...

Harlem | 08/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Dreamin' Bout You

Big Pun's wife and children have been living in an NYC shelter. [RR]Did Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats exchange tweet nothings over Twitter? [C+D]Janet Jackson allegedly will be releasing a new album next year. [TGJ]Joe Jackson will not be...

Butta | 08/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Hoping We Could Find A Way

Nick Cannon strikes back at Eminem with...scripture? [MTV]Did Sisqo channel his inner R. Kelly and get a 14-year-old groupie pregnant back in '99? [C+D]Fat Joe is releasing a budget-friendly sneaker through Kmart. [WH]Amerie swears by Himalayan salt. [CM]Maxwell's new video...

Butta | 08/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: He's Too Damn Masculine

Mariah Carey's new CD will feature ads in the liner notes. [BW]Jay-Z's ode to hating Auto-Tune has actually increased its sales. [HHDX]The BET Awards are thus far the highest watched cable event of 2009. [EW]Nas believes he should get...

ill Mami | 08/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Why You Acting Like A?

Katherine Jackson was awarded custody of MJ's kids. [AP]Chrisette Michele confirms membership in the Maxwell fan club. [RU]Fact: Maxwell > Jordin Sparks. No charts necessary. [SR]Drake is heading back to his Canadian sitcom roots. [ID]...

Ro | 07/31/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Pimp Harder

Rolling Stone really likes Mos Def's The Ecstatic. [CC]Check out The Source's MJ tribute cover. [RR]Jamie Foxx and Queen Latifah have joined the cast of the movie Valentine's Day. [SR]Diddy slow-jammed the news with Jimmy Fallon the other night. The awkward-sounding remix,...

Harlem | 07/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Pull The Thang Out Unless You Plan To Bang

Sasha Frere-Jones has plans to pen a short book on Michael Jackson and leave out the controversy. [NY]It's amazing what sand, time, and a love for The Jacksons can produce. [BWE]Those dancing Filipino prisoners sure are "Dangerous." [YT]Beat Street is...

ill Mami | 07/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: All They Do Is This

Albums by Mariah, Diddy and Amerie pushed back. [EUR]Is classical music enough to repel graffiti artists? [CUR]Jazzy Jeff is a DJ Hero. [AHH]Kelly Clarkson fought not to have her Beyonce-sounding single released, and lost. [NYP]The full story behind "Purple...

nOvaMatic | 07/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: This Year Halloween Fell On A Weekend

Diddy announced his new group Dirty Money recently. The world yawned. [AHH]Anita Baker has a live DVD and new album in the works. Oh, and she may be working with Snoop Dogg, too. [BB]Mariah Carey has another fragrance on...

Butta | 07/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Should Make A Move But I Won't

Maxwell has everyone's undivided attention. [NW]Could Rebbie get custody of Michael Jackson's kids? [MTV]"I guess it's good he said he's sorry [...] Just don't do that s--t no more because now you know," said Ghostface about Chris Brown's apology. [SOHH]Steve...

Ro | 07/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Gotta Be

There's a movie that featured Michael Jackson we've never seen. [THR]Mariah's Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel has been pushed back to September. [IDOL]Diddy graciously steps aside, pushes Last Train to Paris back to November. [HHDX]Ne-Yo refuses to write any songs for...

Harlem | 07/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: No Way, You're Never Gonna Shake Me

Congrats to unhappily married couple, Nas and Kelis, on the birth of their son just in time for their divorce. [AHH]Michael Jackson's This Is It tour rehearsal footage may be coming to a theater near you. [BB]The reports of Janet...

Butta | 07/22/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul: U Got It Bad

Chris Brown's apology. That shirt might be a punishment worse than jail. [BJ]A marriage of irrelevance: Jay-Z on the cover of Billboard. [RR]Paula Abdul is thisclose to not re-signing with American Idol. [NYM]Check out this clip of Q-Tip performing "Vivrant...

nOvaMatic | 07/21/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: And That's How We Should Keep It

Ruh roh. Michael Jackson allegedly used several pseudonyms to acquire prescription drugs illegally which may have contributed to his death. [LAT]Carol Burnett + The Jacksons = All kinds of awesome [YT]Just in time for the Bee Gees' 50th anniversary, disco...

ill Mami | 07/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Just Love Me Body And Soul

BEHOLD: What Ebony Magazine projected Michael Jackson would look like at 40 in 1985. [LL]Blah blah Drake. Blah Blah hottest mixtape of the year. [MTV]Sasha Fierce cares about those affected by the auto industry crisis in Detroit and thinks 2500...

Ro | 07/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Feels Like Heaven

Nia Long is my hero. [CM]LL Cool J's got a new TV gig. [HHDX] Michael Jackson's Wikipedia page is more suspect than his former doctors right now. [IDOL]It's hard out there for a...chef? Three 6 Mafia has landed their...

Harlem | 07/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Just Wanna Be Your Girl

Maxwell scored the number one album in the country. Take that, haters and naysayers! [MFF]BET and Grey Goose have a new series in the works featuring "emerging" artists that hopefully won't make us want to hit the sauce. [BB]The...

Butta | 07/15/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Tap On Your Window Pane

Check out this vintage Michael Jackson 1984 Special Issue of Billboard magazine. [BB]Latoya Jackson has a theory or twenty. [MTV]Scenes from the Rock The Bells stop in the DMV. [DCI]Nas thinks Kelis has overestimated his income. [XXL]The fact that there's a...

nOvaMatic | 07/14/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Make It Like It Was, The Way It Used To Be

Erykah Badu is in the studio recording New Amerykah, Part 2: Return of The Ankh. Stans rejoice. [BB]The numbers are in: Michael Jackson's memorial service drew 31 million viewers. [EW]Did you get into some Soul Power this weekend? [PST]Get...

ill Mami | 07/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: How You Gonna Up And Leave Me Now?

Billboard says Maxwell is going to do well on the charts. Um, yes. [BB]Will Brandy be dropped from Epic? According to the rumors...maybe. [SR]Charlie Wilson will be performing at a benefit for prostate cancer. [LD]Why won't you let Big...

Ro | 07/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Who Da Hell You Tryna Impress?

It's OK, Mariah. We understand. I guess. [US]Meet the real breakout star of the MJ memorial. [ML]Take a guess as to why skilled musician new L.A. Lakers forward Ron Artest chose the number 37. And you'd be wrong. [IDOL]Stop the...

Harlem | 07/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love Don't Love Me

Will En Vogue join the reality TV bandwagon with their own show? [HB]Wale finally gets a release date for his debut album. [TUD]Take a look inside the Michael Jackson memorial service program. [BC]After putting in a stellar performance at the...

Butta | 07/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Got Me Plushed On Some Luxurious

"BET, why do you hate us?" [CM]Jay-Z freestyled and made some rappers mad. Life went on. [2DB]Was Los Angeles able to brace itself for Michael Jackson's funeral? [NYT]Here is your list of artists performing at the services today. [IDOL]...

nOvaMatic | 07/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Damn Those Jeans

Michael Jackson had a Ugandan--not Liberian girl--for a secret lover. [MIRROR]Behold rare and international MiJac commercials. [KMBA]What is so special about these cupcakes made in Michael Jackson's honor? [CG]Maxwell dedicated "This Woman's Work" to Michael at the Essence Music...

ill Mami | 07/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It Could All Be So Simple

Mase has been inspired to return to the studio in the wake of Michael Jackson's passing. Welcome back. [HHDX]A Man's Thoughts, the first release from Ginuwine in four years, tops the charts. [SR]Lil Wayne's thoughtless BET Awards performance raises...

Ro | 07/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ghetto Superstar That Is What You Are

Whatever the funeral plans, Quincy Jones won't be in attendance. [CONTACT]Greg Tate breaks it all the way down regarding MiJac in this week's Village Voice. [VV]Maxwell's rib popped out before last night's show in Austin, and he still went...

Harlem | 07/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Someone Please Call 911

Michael Jackson makes chart history once again. [BB]Teena Marie, En Vogue and Anita Baker headline this weekend's African American Heritage Festival in Baltimore. [AAHF]MiJac's death brought Diana King back from the dead. [AOAAD]We can't wait to take a ride down...

Butta | 07/01/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Gonna Find You And Make You Want Me

Mariah is a little obsessed with Eminem being obsessed with her. [CL] Pepa and Chilli are looking for love in all the wrong places, and by that we mean VH1. [EUR] Check out some brilliant Michael Jackson covers. [AAD]...

nOvaMatic | 06/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: The East Is The Scene

Observe several of The 2009 BET Awards' fashion faux pas. [TD]In case you missed it: the best and worst moments of The BET Awards. [RU]Raphael Saadiq paid homage to Michael Jackson while performing in Tokyo the day of Michael's...

ill Mami | 06/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: The Thriller Is Gone

Superstar: The Incredible Life of Michael Jackson 1958-2009 [PL]Michael Jackson: A Life In Pictures [JZ]When MTV was Michael TV [TM]Michael Jackson: King of Style [LAT]...

Ro | 06/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: What You Wanna Do With Me?

Rapper Hurricane Chris performed for the Louisiana House of Representatives. Yes, you read that right. [LN] Photographer Jonathan Mannion speaks about some of his famous hip hop subjects. [RR] Dont' worry. Tickets for Michael Jackson's London shows are still available!...

Harlem | 06/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Honeydosugachocolate Dumplin'

After quietly breaking up with her fiancee, Jill Scott is now a single mother. [ESSENCE]Tune in to Late Night With Jimmy Fallon to hear The Roots debut their new single tonight. [BB]Why are people mad at Ne-Yo for telling...

Butta | 06/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Lead Me On Girl If You Must

Maxwell sits down for a chat with the Seattle Times, but he really isn't saying anything us fiends don't already know so this link might be a waste. [ST]Letoya Luckett is cast opposite Ashton Kutcher in Five Killers. [WTF]Rappers will...

nOvaMatic | 06/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You're The Highest Of The High

Keyshia Cole killed it during a performance in Los Angeles recently and was made to perform a song--twice--by a tardy Diddy. [LAT] Want to hear the demo version of "Careless Whisper" by George Michael from 1981? Us, too. [ZS]Want to...

ill Mami | 06/22/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Join A Sorority, Go Step Ya Game Up

Looks like Usher and Tameka have been separated for a long time. [AJC]Are you a member of The Cult of Dilla? [GD]Chrisette Michele and Ne-Yo cite Ella Fitzgerald, Jimi Hendrix and others as their inspirations. [NY1]Now I ain't saying...

Ro | 06/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Get Live Like This

Maxwell has hand-picked Laura Izibor to open for him for a series of dates during his BLACK Summers'night tour. [SR] RichGirl will be opening for Beyonce on the North American leg of the I Am summer tour. [CL] Chris...

Harlem | 06/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Breathe In

Could Beyoncé's boring new video have found inspiration from Heidi Montag and Paris Hilton? [BWE]Fela! the musical is headed to Broadway this fall. [VARIETY]Somewhere there's a thug crying over T-Pain and Taylor Swift collaborating on this video. [YT]Kanye West...

ill Mami | 06/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Sound Tainted To Me

Parsing the differences between Electrik Red and RichGirl. [CM]Dear mainstream media, Rihanna and Teyanna are not the same person. [BJ]Fantasia is looking fetching in these new Derek Blanks photos. [CL]Why is MC Hammer being asked about Auto-Tune as opposed...

nOvaMatic | 06/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Shall Proceed

Queen Latifah reveals childhood sexual abuse in the July issue of Essence. [EM]Now everybody wants to bite Miss Jack Davey's hair swag. The latest offender? La La Vazquez. [NB]Usher is on the road to being single again. It's been...

Butta | 06/15/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: When It's Really Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah

Rihanna must appear in court to testify against Chris Brown. [SFG] Be ye forewarned: T-Pain and Taylor Swift are collaborating. [EX] Usher and Tameka may or may not be getting a divorce. Maybe. [TMZ] Murder Inc. still exists, but it's...

Ro | 06/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wanna Love You Down

The Roots, via ?uestlove's Twitter page, announced that How I Got Over will be pushed back to October. [TWITTER] Kanye West chatted it up with the ladies of The View on Wednesday. [KUC] Lauryn Hill, citing health issues, has...

Harlem | 06/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Keep It On The Down Low

In a rare public appearance together, Common and his boo Serena Williams were spotted shopping in LA. [CL]Is Usher creeping on his wife or his record label? [C+D]Natalie Cole will return to the concert stage on September 9th. [PEOPLE]Prince...

Butta | 06/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Anything You Wanna Do

Jocelyn Brown is suing Snap 150 years after anyone gives a damn about Snap. [M&C]Mos Def was on 106th & Park, no doubt causing the show's audience to wonder why his music wasn't making them dumber. [DK]Drake shows love...

nOvaMatic | 06/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: What's It Gonna Be?

Yet another reason to dislike T-Pain: his $410K Big Ass Chain. [NB]Go behind the scenes of Whitney's new photo shoot. [TGJ]BET has picked up cable rights to Wendy Williams' daytime talker. [EUR]DJ Jazzy Jeff got kicked out of a...

Butta | 06/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Should Be Here

RIP Polka Music Grammy. [NYT] It's official: Whitney Houston's album will be released in September. Probably. [RU] Bobby Brown and his girlfriend/manager Alicia Etheridge now have a son. [EW] Congratulations to Alicia Keys on receiving the ASCAP Golden Note Award! [VT] ...

Ro | 06/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Just Get Involved

Anthony Hamilton is waiting to hear if the track he's contributed to Dr. Dre's years-in-the-making disc Detox makes the cut. [SR] R. Kelly's newest release is, according to him, "a demo tape to my fans." [IDOL] VH1's annual Hip...

Harlem | 06/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wanna Dance Tonight

Scarface thinks Soulja Boy has "the potential to be the next Russell Simmons." And Jesus wept. [VIBE]Further proof that Tyrese is better seen and not heard (on Twitter at least). [C+D]50 Cent the next Will Smith? Stranger things have happened....

Butta | 06/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: In My Black Chevrolet

That Eminem/Bruno business on the MTV Movie Awards was staged? You don't say... [EW]Missed the BlackStar reunion? Here's how it went down. [SPIN]Ciara and KFC? Not in bed. [IDOL]Don't forget to cop that Jay Stay Paid. Here's a review. [AMG]...

nOvaMatic | 06/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It Feels Good

Feel free to join in on the "Umi Says" sing-a-long by Mos Def from this past weekend. [RR]Kimora Lee Simmons followed Erykah Badu's lead and tweeted during her labor that resulted in a healthy baby boy. [UD]D-Nice and Biz...

ill Mami | 06/01/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love It, Love It, Love It

Ginuwine recommends "Differences" and...wait for it..."So Anxious" as wedding reception appropriate songs from his catalogue. [DJB] Raphael Brown of Next fame had a restraining order filed against him last week by his ex-wife and now he's returning the favor. [EUR]...

Ro | 05/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Gotta Get To Where You Are

Jay-Z is close to taking his blueprints over to Epic Records. [BB] Chris Brown to his real fans via webcam: "I ain't a monster." Well, alright. [MI] Eminem's Relapse had the biggest album debut on Billboard this year. [MTV] A...

Harlem | 05/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't You Forget It

Kanye West declares he is a "proud non-reader of books" while attempting to promote his own. Seriously. [IDTR]Spectacular of Pretty Ricky has challenged Chris Brown, Omarion, Trey Songz et al to an air grinding contest whilst in red bikini panties...

ill Mami | 05/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You're My Lady

Soooo... Soulja Boy was on The View. I wonder if they ever had Q-Tip? (Nah, that's too much like right.) [RR]Should dope Hip Hop be qualified by it's message or it's creative execution? [HHM]Jadakiss is counted among Def Sounds' "Rappers...

nOvaMatic | 05/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Ever Wonder

It's official: Jay-Z chunks up the duece to Def Jam. [BB]T.I. performed his last concert before lockdown in Atlanta last night. [Y!]In a strange twist of fate, Natalie Cole's sister, Carole Cole, died from lung cancer during Natalie's kidney...

Butta | 05/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Can't Be Friends

Swizz Beats claims Whitney Houston's first comeback single is a smash. [SR]Despite the shabby venue, John Legend wowed crowds in Shanghai. [SH]The Black Eyed Peas topped the Billboard Top 100 for the first time this week. [BB]Ciara's album cover is...interesting....

Ro | 04/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Sweat Off Your Brow

The Roots' new album, How I Got Over, is just about complete and ready to be released in June. [XXL]Time.com lists the top ten worst Star-Spangled performances ever. Yes, R. Kelly's Vegas atrocity is featured. [TIME]Turns out Jay-Z is making...

Harlem | 04/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Old Skool Love

The million dollar question: Does it matter if Queen Latifah is gay? [CM]Gospel star Donald Lawrence and producer Rex Rideout are on board for the Frankie Beverly & Maze tribute album. [BB]Don't know about anyone else, but this ad for...

Butta | 04/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Not Fair

Ciara has heard one Beyoncé comparison too many and she's not gonna take it anymore. [C+D]Someone (or someone posing) as a rep for XXL is playing greasy with potential advertisers. [GAWK]Flashback to when Janet was in "Control." [VIBE]Gladys Knight is...

nOvaMatic | 04/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: There's A Stranger In My House

Those of you who missed SXSW and are sick because of it, here's a good recap. [ASW]Had this solar backpack been around 10 years ago, backpacker Hip Hop might have been a bit different. [FL]The WiiSpray is putting a new...

ill Mami | 04/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Didn't Mean To Turn You On

Primo is involved in the new DMC album. [DJP]Plies has coined a new term for women. "Goonette." Yup, our culture allows this. [WAOD]Nothing went Platinum this year. Are you surprised? [BI]Destiny's Child is a go! [M&C]Are you man enough to...

nOvaMatic | 04/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Send You Forget Me Nots

Jill Scott is getting major props for her acting chops from People magazine. [OKP]Prince's Lotusflow3r has a good shot of debuting at No. 1 next week. [BB]Beyoncé seems Obsessed with fighting during an EBONY shoot. [YT]Kelly Rowland really does...

Harlem | 04/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Come Into My Life

Contrary to reports, Rihanna is cooperating with authorities. [SR]Jennifer Hudson spent the afternoon with Ellen yesterday. [PB]Watch Erykah Badu as she signs the limited edition prints of Steven Lopez's artistic rendering of her. [YT]Attention cratediggers: Stax has just released...

Butta | 04/01/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Dead On Arrival

N'dambi fans, here's the update on her new project that you've been waiting for. [SITKOL]Pharrell recently took "Spaz" to new, realistic levels. [NEPS]Usher elucidates on his last dope album. [UD]Andre 3000 has a need for speed. [CL]dead prez is...

nOvaMatic | 03/31/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: My Jamaican Guy

T-Pain suffered serious injuries and broke four teeth in a freak golf cart accident on Friday. Stop laughing. [AHH]Charles Hamilton got called out for allegedly jacking a Black Spade beat. [FS]Not to be outdone by ghost bloggers, 50 Cent's...

ill Mami | 03/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We're Gonna Get Hot2Nite

If the whole singing thing didn't pan out for Jennifer Hudson her backup plan was to become a tattoo artist. [MSNBC]And speaking of getting inked, Rihanna got a small hand gun tattooed on her ribcage. [SR]Miss "Tattoo" herself, Jordin...

Ro | 03/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Like The Way You Work It

Check out a preview of Mos Def's appearance on Monday's episode of House. [WH]The reviews are rolling in for Jill Scott's new series, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, which debuts on HBO this Sunday. [JS]Trick Daddy recently announced that...

Harlem | 03/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Where Da Bacardi At?

Fergie's new doll looks as frightening as she does. [EW]Darius Rucker is making quite a name for himself in Country. [BB]Just in time for Black Music Month, TVOne's UnSung returns in June. [II]Five reasons why Joss Stone is more than "White Hype." [QHB]Don Cornelius...

Butta | 03/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Feel A Little Poke Coming Through

Care to add anymore items to this controversial list? [CM]Justin Timberlake's new fragrance will likely smell like dance sweat. [KB]The 70 Best Hip Hop Videos of All Time? You decide. [FM]Ginuwine just announced a duet with Brandy. [TFB]Kanye's Complex...

nOvaMatic | 03/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We Can Do It Anywhere

This past Saturday was downright scary when Erykah Badu was visited by a stalker at her home then tweeted about it. [EW]ICYMI: Mos Def's appearance in this month's Vogue to promote Watermelon Syndicate, his new clothing line by yet...

ill Mami | 03/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Like A Record, Baby

Alicia Keys made an appearance along side First Lady Michelle Obama at a DC High School for Women's History Month. [CL]Now you can view footage of The Notorious B.I.G.'s final party online, should you feel so inclined. [MTV]Upcoming albums from Case...

Ro | 03/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: This Much Is True

Seems the folks at Vogue were trying to create a shape other than round for Adele during her recent story/photoshoot. [MH]Mos Def's new disc, The Ecstatic, drops June 30th. [AHH]Legends Patti LaBelle and Kenny Gamble will receive the National Museum...

Harlem | 03/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Better Change It Back

Jennifer Hudson is "excited" about going on tour with Robin Thicke. [BB]Amy Winehouse plead not guilty to an assault charge she caught last year. [Y!]Kanye West finally admitted to the obvious: that he has ghost bloggers. [SR]Don't miss Eric...

Butta | 03/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Guilty Feet Have Got No Rhythm

Flava Flav, who just celebrated his 50th birthday, proves that you can be a catch at any age! [AHH]Kid Cudi plans to retire, presumably before explaining to any of us why we should give a damn. [XXL]Jay Leno, who inexplicably still...

nOvaMatic | 03/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Do You Really Want To Make Me Cry?

Classic Hip Hop documentary Style Wars will include unseen footage for those of you who need to catch up on the 1983 Cazal collection. [HHDX]Elvis Presley overrated? Why, yes. [PASTE]Michael Jackson's sold-out shows will soon be even more sold...

ill Mami | 03/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Take. You. Higher.

Pseudo-rapper Joaquin Phoenix got into a tiff with a heckler while he was performing in Miami. [MTV]Former Xscape singer Kandi Burruss, now of Real Housewives of Atlanta fame, defends her ex's reputation, says he isn't deadbeat. [SR]Is Diddy's twitter >...

Ro | 03/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Hit 'Em Wit' The Hee

BET's 106 & Park will be airing a special two-hour episode tonight, speaking out on teen abuse. [VIBE]Ellen DeGeneres hit Diddy over the head about his decision to let Chrianna stay at his crib. [MITV]En Vogue is back, covering Jet...

Harlem | 03/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Got So Many Things On My Mind

Prince will be doing it up big in LA to coincide with the release of LotusFlow3r on March 24th. [TLA]Isn't it ironic that Lil Kim made her debut on Dancing With the Stars on the anniversary of Biggie's death? If...

Butta | 03/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Got What You Want

This is what happens when you ask Lil' Kim about her plastic surgery. [CC]"12 Reasons We'll Always Love Big Poppa." [VIBE]YouTube + the UK = FAIL. [BBC]The Roots owned at Highland. [FM]ICYMI: Oprah has some advice for Rihanna. [MI]...

nOvaMatic | 03/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: What About You? What About Me?

We're guessing Coolio did not get the memo that crack is so very wack. [HHDX]Auteur D-Nice reveals yet another interesting portrait about a homeless emcee. [DNB]In anticipation of his new album, Raekwon recently premiered his new documentary at a Los...

ill Mami | 03/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: This Is An Emergency

In a flurry of inaudible whispers, Michael Jackson announced "This Is It." [CL]And in keeping with eccentric foolery, check out this hi-jinks filled interview with Nivea. [RO]More horrifying details about the alleged abuse Rihanna underwent were made public yesterday....

Ro | 03/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Out Of My Life

According to a British biographer, Michael Jackson has a stack of songs that will be released upon his death. [CNA]Extreme Music, the worldwide production arm of Sony/ATV Records, has signed Rodney Jerkins to executive produce nine albums in over the...

Harlem | 03/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Floetic

Mary Mary's new video for "God In Me" looks like it's going to be a star-studded affair. [CL]What's Beef? R&B Chick edition starring Keri Hilson. [TSS]Kanye West's Nike shoe, the Air Yeezy, is almost here. Yay. [WH]Check out a...

Butta | 03/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Keep On Moving, Don't Stop

*Sigh* Do people ever get tired of writing about Janet's weight? [RO]According to this hilarious study, music by Lil' Wayne, T.I. and Beyoncé are consumed mostly by kids with low IQs. [PFO]Prince is releasing a 3-disc set exclusively through Targét...

nOvaMatic | 03/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Goodbye, Lover

Despite Hip Hop's thug image, it sure loves putting cute babies on album covers. [PM]Ready to learn the Old School and New School Rules of Hip Hop? Well, now you can with a diploma in Hip Hop Studies. [VIBE]Michael...

ill Mami | 03/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: I Wanna Be Your Man, Baby

Is Tyrese actually capable of paying all the money his ex-wife is requesting in alimony? Wow. [NB]Rihanna was spotted in Mexico after spending some time in LA and Barbados. [E!]Could Orem, Utah be the perfect city in which to...

Ro | 02/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: All I Want Is Affection

Remember these photos of former Kris Kross member Chris "Mac Daddy" Kelly? Well, he insists people have it backwards...just like his pants. [CL]Usher testified in front of the House Education and Labor Committee about ways to expand community service...

Harlem | 02/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: We All Want A Love Bizarre

Rappers are hard pressed during this current recession, which means fewer iced-out grills and spinning rims. [RF]Congratulations to New School rapper Blu who was recently signed to Sire Records. [XXL]Watch out Hip Hop bloggers! Former XXL editor-in-chief Elliot Wilson hopes to journalistically crush...

ill Mami | 02/25/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: C'mon, Baby, Do It

Congratulations to Deborah Cox, who just gave birth to her third child, Kaila Michelle. [BET]MC Hammer, Kris Kross or Kanye--who tops your list for the worst Hip Hop fashion trends? [SC]INTERNET BEEF ALERT: If you were on Twitter last...

nOvaMatic | 02/24/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ice Cream Castles In The Summertime

T-Pain had to cancel a concert in Guyana because of death and kidnapping threats. We promise they weren't from us. [SR]Michael Jackson is in talks to do a series of 30 concerts in London prior to going on a...

Butta | 02/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Cheap Chicks, Not Stricken By Poverty Chicks

The long-awaited (?) Tupac Shakur biopic may never see the light of day. [DS]Diddy is ready to take you on the Last Train to Paris. Methinks you might want to miss this train. [MTV]Tameka's on her way back home. [CL]Did...

Harlem | 02/20/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Goody Goody

Shakes on a plane: Solange had an adverse reaction to medicine during a cross-country flight. She's fine. [BH]Duffy cleaned up at the Brit Awards. [IDOL]No constraints could mean no Blueprint 3 from Jay-Z anytime soon. Oh, boy. [MTV]Please, everyone. Get...

Harlem | 02/19/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: They Wanna Know

Disney's The Princess and The Frog recently released the movie's toy line and the voice of The Princess herself, Anika Noni Rose, was in attendance. [SR]Patty LaBelle requested a towel to wipe the funk off of her feet while...

Ro | 02/18/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: A Man Don't Really Love You If He Hits You

Does the optimism of the Obama presidency herald a surge in crappy Pop music? [MSNBC]Marlon Jackson is backing a theme park in Nigeria. The theme? Slavery. [GAWKER]Did Suge Knight catch a beatdown? Is such a thing possible? [HHDX]LaBelle rocked...

nOvaMatic | 02/17/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Got No Time For Fake Ones

Even the greats had to start somewhere. From the vaults, Lauryn Hill gets booed at The Apollo at the tender age of 13. [TE]Grace Jones, 60 years young, looked stunning at the Xuly Bey fashion show during New York's...

ill Mami | 02/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Last Night

Tameka Foster, Usher's wife, is recovering after suffering cardiac arrest while getting liposuction in Brazil. [AP]A viral video featuring Will.I.Am and Hugh Jackman was released and will raise awareness for "Nomad Two Worlds," an art project about and featuring the...

Ro | 02/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: She's Giving Me Joy, Joy, Joy

In the latest Chris Brown/Rihanna news, he's apparently hiding out in Las Vegas. Wonder what the mayor has to say about that?[E!/USAT]Queen Latifah is scheduled to sing during the Oscars. [SP]In addition to speaking on the Chrianna situation, for...

Harlem | 02/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Baby I'm Yours If You Want Me

The Foreign Exchange's "Take Off the Blues" is iTunes SOTW. Cop it for free99! [TFEM]Snoop Dogg will release his next CD in conjunction with MTV this fall. [SPIN]Nas and Damian Marley have been quietly working on a new album together....

Butta | 02/11/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Think About You All the Time

Beyoncé is thismuchcloser to fulfilling her dream of portraying Jesus Christ. [BS]Wrigleys dropped Chris Brown. Sucks to be him right now. [BV]Jennifer Hudson is touring with Robin Thicke this Spring. [PM]Tameka is OK. [C+D]Lil' Kim is joining Dancing With the Stars and...

nOvaMatic | 02/10/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love's A House, Love's A Home

It's being said that Whitney Houston turned it out at Clive Davis' pre-Grammy bash. You be the judge. [YT]Speaking of this same star-studded Grammy party, well wishes to Usher's wife Tameka who had an emergency in Brazil. [LAT]Post-Clive Davis...

ill Mami | 02/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Let Him Know This Love Is Real

With his prostate cancer now in remission, Charlie Wilson is promoting prostate tests and early detection in Black men, and his new album. [BV]From the obvious files: Sasha Fierce (and her choreographers) borrowed moves from The Kids. [VB]Stevie Wonder, Robin...

Ro | 02/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Gotta Go Downtown

Check out Rihanna's Grammy commercial. [ASB]Eve finally speaks out about the 2007 album that never was. And when it might actually be. [IDOL]Apparently, to avoid another Here I Stand, Usher's people are telling his wife "Home you stay." Nice....

Harlem | 02/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Need A Man Whose Back Is Real Strong

Bobby Brown has planted his seed yet again. This latest baby-to-be now makes five dependents that he can't support. [C+D]African singer Manu Dibango is suing Michael Jackson again and Rihanna for the first time for an authorized use of...

Butta | 02/04/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Looks Like Its Gonna Rain

Following in the legendary footsteps of Dionne Warwick, Vivica A. Fox is spokesperson for the new and improved Psychic Friends Network. I really don't know what to say, ya'll. [DL]Brandy: "I really try not to focus on the sales...

nOvaMatic | 02/03/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Do You Mind?

The Smithsonian museum has put in a request to obtain one of the Inauguration's many marvels: Aretha Franklin's hat. [EW]Get to know more about one of Soulbounce's Bounce-Worthy artists, Sarah White. [CM]Wouldn't you like to see more lesser-known artists'...

ill Mami | 02/02/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Is That Yo Chick?

Apparently there are some people upset about the Danity Kane split. And they're all fans. [MTV]Sasha Fierce is still topping the Billboard Hot Hip Hop/R&B Song chart after nearly twelve weeks. [SR]Monica showed up at an album release party...

Ro | 01/30/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Every Freek 'N Night

Salt-n-Pepa, among others, weave their expertise into Chris Rock's newest feature, the documentary Good Hair. [TDB]Monie Love sits down with D-Nice and spills on Big Daddy Kane and more in the latest edition of True Hip Hop Stories. [HS]Attention, Ne-Yo...

Harlem | 01/29/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Want A Freak in the Morning

Kanye West is the toast of Paris Fashion Week. *shrug* [CL]Anti-fur vandals defaced Aretha Franklin's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. [C+D]Are you ready for Bill O'RLY vs. Young Jeezy [XXL]Macy Gray clears the air about wanting to...

Butta | 01/28/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wanna Lick You Up and Down

Flavor Flav, the Pride of Hip Hop, is creating an anthology intended to scare us. [AHH]Get to know Jadyn Maria. [AW]God bless whoever brought the Sister 2 Sister website into modern times. [BW2]Ron Mexico has a word or two...

nOvaMatic | 01/27/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: She's A Very Kinky Girl

Andre 3000 is named one of America's best new designers by GQ. [UD]And now, a history of the Black mullet a/k/a the thing inhabiting the top of Kanye West's head. [CMPLX]Lil Wayne's next single from his upcoming Rock album is something...

ill Mami | 01/26/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: The Closest Thing to Perfect

Just days after President Obama announces that financially things are going to get worse before they get better, Kanye West unveils the decadent sneakers he designed for Louis Vuitton. [CL]Ms. Dynamite is making a comeback? [ID]"She thought it was...

Ro | 01/23/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Gimme A Beat!

Did Phonte go after Kanye's 808s? 'Bout time someone in Hip Hop said something. [HHDX]The "S" is for "super"! JJ Fad is returning with a new album and tour! [AHH]Kendu wants to put an end to Keyshia doing "Mary". [EUR]Boondocks...

nOvaMatic | 01/22/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Rock the Night Away

Despite other Soul artists who didn't appreciate Hip Hop artists sampling their songs, Curtis Mayfield was a fan of Public Enemy and Ice T. [HHIR]From the "Nobody Asked You" Files: Will Smith is "open" to playing President Obama on...

ill Mami | 01/21/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Slicker Than Your Average

"Bigger Than The World," an unreleased Justin Timberlake track, leaked online to little fanfare and sparked (obvious) Robin Thicke comparisons. [MTV] Amanda Diva addresses the misogynist creep commenters who acted the rapist/fool by staying more classy and dignified than they...

Ro | 01/16/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Who Would Ever Think That You Would Spread Like Mustard?

I'm not sure what's more interesting: the fact that Nas and Kelis are expecting their first child, or that I was expecting mature comments on UsMagazine.com's web site. [US]Unfortuately, the movie The Vapors, which would've told the story of the...

Harlem | 01/15/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Heartthrob Never

Today's math lesson: Keith Sweat + Dru Hill x a reality "special" named Platinum House = a hot mess/a train wreck. [C+D]The Hidden Beach Change Is Now CD/DVD music and video collection will also include a disc of Barack...

Butta | 01/14/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Throw Your Hands In the Air If You're A True Player

Faith Evans continues making Lil' Kim look silly. [HHDX]Charli Baltimore wants some of that "look silly" action. (It's kinda tacky to fight over someone that is deceased, right?) [VIBE]Jay-Z has discovered a clever way to compare Beyoncé to Michael...

nOvaMatic | 01/13/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It Was All A Dream

Is that a piano fashioned from a classic car's hard-top? If you're Prince, then, yes, it is. [LAT]Wondering what's been up with the originator of "The Pee-Wee Herman" song, Joeski Love? Of course you have. [VIMEO]Speaking of classic Hip...

ill Mami | 01/12/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Let's Have A Block Party

"I'm good at restraining myself from violent acts," says Kanye West in the February Issue of VIBE. No word on his random acts of Auto-Tune. [CL]Jermaine Dupri and Island Def Jam? Dunzo. [VB]Also over? R. Kelly and wife of...

Ro | 01/09/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Let Me Clear My Throat

Common, appearing in the forthcoming Terminator: Salvation, gets his very own action figure. [TE]Now, at the low, low price of $129, you too can make your own album featuring Auto-Tune. [HHDX]The tracklisting for Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes' posthumous album,...

Harlem | 01/08/2009 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Lock It, Lock It

Ever wonder who was originally supposed to sing Toni's "Love Shoulda Brought You Home" or Whitney's "How Will I Know"? [CC]Macy Gray is blogging on AllHipHop. Macy Gray is blogging on AllHipHop? [AHHA]Get to know Robert Glasper and his...

Butta | 01/07/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: When You Get The Notion, Put Your Backfield In Motion

Looks like Warner Brothers still has its hands in Talib Kweli's Blacksmith label after all. [BB]Check out one of the most comprehensive "R&B in 2008" wrap-ups ever--on a Hip Hop site. [KN]Will more Hip Hop artists continue to embrace R&B/Pop...

nOvaMatic | 01/06/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Feel Like Bustin' Loose

Jay Smooth makes the case that with Hip Hop beefs, peace is definitely the word to play. [ID]Crickets chirp and doves cry now that Dru Hill are once again on the comeback trail. [UD]Lil Wayne narrates a pretty amazing...

ill Mami | 01/05/2009 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Just Jump In A Taxicab

Does someone need to remind Ne-Yo that ugly comes in all shades? [ES]Diddy is plotting to guest star on NBC's 30 Rock sometime in the next two years. He will have changed his name approximately four more times during...

Ro | 12/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Long As I Live You'll Always Be

It's official. Aretha Franklin will be one of a wonderful mix of artists performing at next month's Presidential Inauguration. [NYT]Go behind the scenes of Kindred the Family Soul's music video for their latest single, "House of Love." [HB]American Idol alum...

Harlem | 12/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Can't Keep Running Back To Me

India.Arie is boho-chic on the covers of her new singles. [BSB]Teyana Taylor is on the cover of the new issue of...wait for it...Black Beat. I'm am surprised as you all are that both are still around. [C+D]The 40th New Orleans...

Butta | 12/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Life's Not Over

BEHOLD: MTV's "Top Hip Hop Songs of 2008." Stay relevant and classy, ya'll. [TRU]Monica is planning a duet with Keyshia Cole on her next release. I think it's safer for all of us that these two are friends rather than...

nOvaMatic | 12/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love Takes No Less Than Everything

With 10 days left before Christmas, make yours a Ghostface one. [DK]Some were not impressed with Kanye's SNL performance with its alpine backdrop & karaoke stylings. [GWKR]Wondering if Phonte was one of those kids that terrorized Miss Celie in The...

ill Mami | 12/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

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: Go, Johnny, Go!

These days, it seems everyone has their own clothing line. Even...Monica's son?!? [C+D]Beyoncé has signed on to front the latest rumored remake of A Star is Born. (After that, she'll be starring as all three members of Brownstone for...

Harlem | 12/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Shake It, Baby

DMX was on the run, but the po-po caught up with him at Scott Storch's Miami house. I tell you, whenever they make The DMX Story that's gonna be one helluva movie. [VIBE]This week's episode of "Ridiculous Rap Beef"...

Butta | 12/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Hey, Little Walter

Delve a little deeper into the mind of Sy Smith. [ER]It's hard to believe that, after all these years, Diddy is an actual human being. [MTV]Are Hip Hop blogs posting too many tracks with little discretion? [NWS]Adele humbly declares she's...

nOvaMatic | 12/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

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

Morning Soul: Got the Sweet, Sweet Victory

Looks like Cupid's arrow finally hit Kangol Kid of UTFO and The Real Roxanne. Get a room, you two! [AAB]VIBE magazine's January "tabloid issue" has us wondering exactly just what purpose this will serve the general public. [VIBE]Thought Dwele singing...

ill Mami | 12/05/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Time To Make A Change

Vinnie from Naughty by Nature has some words for Brothers on the eve of the inauguration. [HHVA]A "close friend" of Kelly Rowland's label may have sunk to new lows in order to save revive her career. [SH]Brandy may be ready...

Harlem | 12/04/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: So Addicted

Tina Turner > Sasha Fierce. [CL]So that really is Jeffrey Wright singing in Cadillac Records. [BV] With a baby on board, M.I.A. is kinder and gentler. [PEOPLE]Common thinks he looks stupid on the new cover of URB. What say...

Butta | 12/03/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Stomp!

Kanye West thinks Beyoncé is probably greater than TINA TURNER. [SR] Ashley Dupré and Violator? Not happening. [TRU] Debbie Allen is back for the new Fame remake, along with Frasier Crane! [TMB] MTV does its audience a tremendous service...

nOvaMatic | 12/02/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Take the Shackles Off My Feet

Akon gained consciousness while recording his next album, now realizes children listen to his music. [SR]Will Spring 2009 bring the return of D'Angelo? Both an album and a tour will allegedly launch at that time. Repeat: allegedly. [PRW]Slim (of...

Ro | 12/01/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: This Love Is Unbreakable

Jill Scott is pregnant with her first child and her fiancee's fourth by as many baby mamas. Congrats! I think. [BV]J. Holiday has new album due in February 2009. Yay. [SR]Thank goodness our invitations to the 2008 Dirty Awards...

Butta | 11/26/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Kinda Like Shaft

Aretha Franklin exiles chitterlings from her Thanksgiving menu, and cleans collards with Cheer. [NPR]Black Milk, House Shoes and Elzhi discuss Tronic, Dilla and Detroit. [CK]People are linking Lenny Kravitz with Ashley Dupre. [EUR]Read your SB HNIC go hard on...

nOvaMatic | 11/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You're The Highest of The High

Why yes, you can mix cellos and turntables and have it sound...umm...interesting. [NYT]The FCC sure knows how to hold a grudge against Janet Jackson. [LAT]Beneath the Auto-Tuning of Kanye West's voice, you can hear Esthero on his new...

ill Mami | 11/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Act Like You Know And Stop Acting Like It's Mental

It's all speculation at this point, but what if Soulja Boy stole his infamous dance? Crank dat schadenfreude. [AHH] Speaking of potential schadenfreude: Will Sasha Fierce be outsold by Taylor Swift? [SR]And on the subject of album sales: Guns...

Ro | 11/21/2008 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Strictly Underground Funk

Michael Jackson claims he's "too sick" to fly to London to defend himself against a lawsuit. Insert your own translation here. [BBC]Diddy will be appearing as a prosecutor over two episodes of CSI early next year. Wow. [MTV]Complex magazine...

Harlem | 11/20/2008 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Redbone Booties

Think you got some remixing skills? Jazzanova wants to see what you're working with. [MM]Keyshia Cole, please come get your mama. Seriously. [C+D]Who knew that Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart are homies? [HP]The tables have turned on Prince--now he's...

Butta | 11/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Anticipating Like A Bottle Of Heinz

Beyoncé is the new gay icon, in case you haven't been around for the past five years or so. [VIBE]You want your Barack Obama commemorative plates? Well we got 'em right here. [GAWK]Common selling his album on Zune for...

nOvaMatic | 11/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Oh La, Oh La, Ay

Much to our chagrin, Keyshia Cole's The Way It Is received stellar ratings with its current season's premiere episode. [BV]Don Cornelius is in a bigger heap of trouble compared to before. [VIBE]In case you still care, Touré offers his...

ill Mami | 11/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Tonight Is Gonna Be Scandalous

Will 2009 be the year of Outkast? With three albums in the works it very well could be. [PM]Keyshia Cole channels her inner pinup girl on her new CD cover. [TRU]Beyoncé is one cold...Sasha. She didn't even so much...

Ro | 11/14/2008 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love Come Quick, Love Come In A Hurry

India.Arie is finally set to release Testimony: Vol. 2, Love and Politics, just in time for Valentine's Day Week 2009. [SR]Bill Cosby scoffs at the idea that Barack Obama won the White House due to the supposed "Huxtable Effect." [SH]With...

Harlem | 11/13/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Love Will Conquer If U Just Believe

Naturi Naughton channels her inner skank on the cover of KING. Oh wait, that's just her looking like Lil Kim, who she plays in Notorious. [SONYC] Janet says that Def Jam wanted her to sound like Sade, which caused her...

Butta | 11/12/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Maybe We Can Stay In Touch

According to the new issue of VIBE, Plies is the future of rap. Needless to say, rap is going to hell in a hand basket with gasoline drawers on. [VIBE]Thank goodness hip hop is still alive and thriving. Q-Tip...

Butta | 11/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Dig If U Will The Picture

Caught up in the election jubilation, Beyoncé has offered to sing at the inauguration. Please no melismatic meanderings on a maniacal melody, Bey. [HHDX]And in her attempt to be the queen of all media, Bey has also expressed interest...

ill Mami | 11/10/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Give Up The Fight

Busta Rhymes and Ron Browz have a new single called "Pop Champagne" that celebrates this historical moment. [MTV]Not all that inspired by President-elect Obama's speech: Lupe Fiasco. What did it for him? Jesse Jackson's tears. [2DB]The Bernie Mac and...

Ro | 11/07/2008 at 10:00 AM | Leave a Comment | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Time To Come Together

So now the question is, now that he's won, is it alright for President-elect Barack Hussein Obama (feels good to type that) to let his A-List friends come party at the Inauguration? [MTV]Well, we know for sure that Bey-Bey...

Harlem | 11/06/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Been A Long Time Coming

Akon promised to leave this country if Barack Obama had lost. Drats! [GUK]Speaking of people we wish were has-beens, Lil John voted yesterday in case you were curious. [YT]Hopefully, your voting experience was not characterized by a line this...

ill Mami | 11/05/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Can You Feel It Coming?

Mobb Deep's Prodigy is still b*tching about Jay-Z. Wait 'til you see his handwriting! [URB]Here are a few things to keep in mind when you vote today! [CSWS]Raphael Saadiq has made his choice. [SV]Fantasia sang at the funeral for Jennifer...

nOvaMatic | 11/04/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Fight The Powers That Be

David Banner waxes intelligent about the Presidential election. [VIBE]Kelly Rowland insists on still releasing albums. We'll keep ignoring them. [RNBMB]Newlywed Ruben Studdard met his wife in Wal-Mart between the Pringles and Nilla Wafers. [RG101]Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and nephew...

Butta | 11/03/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Oh, Baby, Give Me One More Chance

Over seventy Michael Jackson fans re-enacted the legendary "Thriller" choreography in Times Square in an attempt to break the world record, likely failed. [NYT] Is "Diary of a Madman" by the Gravediggaz at the top of your 10 Best...

Ro | 10/31/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Come and Feel the Flavor

Sugar & Spice. And sushi? Mya's newest disc to be released only in Japan. [AAD]Baby and Lil Wayne will be starring in a film entitled Like Father, Like Son next summer. Maybe my side-eye will stop twitching by then....

Harlem | 10/30/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Call My Baby On The Phone

Do you agree or disagree with this list of the Best Female R&B Songs of the '80s and '90s? [CC] Violence struck at a salon where Common had just gotten a haircut in Brooklyn. [AHH]LL Cool J bailed out on...

Butta | 10/29/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: At the Playground, Ya Know

Is this new Ray-J song wack because it's offensive? Or offensive because it's wack? Maybe both. [AHH]50 Cent done got his grubby paws on the Jam Master Jay documentary. [MTV]A new release date and updated tracklist for Common's UMC...

nOvaMatic | 10/28/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You're A Special Treat

50 Cent proves he can act and eat...at the same time! [YT]Even visual artists loathe Kanye West's "lazy" use of Auto-Tune. [NYT]Years after JLo caught flack for saying it, the n-word still flourishes amongst young Afro-Latinos. [VV]Get to know...

ill Mami | 10/27/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: If Your Game Is On

Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics, India.Arie's forthcoming album, is scheduled for release on February 10, 2009. For now. [BS]Deborah Cox is pregnant with her third child with husband/manager Lascelles Stephens. [BV]Meanwhile, Pharrell's "creativity" gave birth to a novelty...

Ro | 10/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: When I Dip, You Dip, We Dip

Common's Universal Mind Control release date has been pushed back yet again. New fake date is December 9th. [NEP]Nelly says he's working on a "supergroup" that will include T-Pain, Akon and Pharrell. Nice. Here's a name suggestion: Awesome Hellenic...

Harlem | 10/23/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

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: 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

Morning Soul: Graduated From Boone's Up To Ailzé

Wondering why the Grammy nomination announcements were never an hour-long TV special? Us neither but now there will be one. [BB]Let's just say that Don Cornelius did not have a very good weekend, and it included being on the...

ill Mami | 10/20/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Kiss the Girls and Make Them Cry

Damn, Kanye West is bitter. Alexis Phifer must really be "Heartless." [VB]News of Eminem's forthcoming album Relapse is being greeting with an inordinate amount of hyperbole. [E!]Janet is a trooper. Well, that or she should slow down. [WT]Colin Powell...

Ro | 10/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: True

Ludacris interviews, er, Chris Bridges about um, their upcoming movie, Max Payne. I wish I were making this up. [YT]Want more? Fiddy has a new reality TV show. Insert blank stare. [NR]How about this? Billboard is set to announce...

Harlem | 10/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Try to Play Me Out

Surf's up for Serena Williams and Common. [CL]Amy Winehouse is on tap to sully the Quincy Jones tribute album. Who keeps giving this wackjob work?[Y!]Beyoncé's new album will be a double CD and she'll let her alter ego Sasha...

Butta | 10/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: That's It, Pack It Up

Angela and Vanessa Simmons are doing a spin-off of Run's House to meet all that cacophonous public demand. [BV] Get to know Soha. [CM] Go back in time with this vintage Things Fall Apart preview tape by DJ Jazzy...

nOvaMatic | 10/14/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Daddy's Little Girl

Hip Hop & Art come together with stunning results. [HHIR]Parents' groups are more than happy that Rap City will soon be kaput. [PTV]Aretha Franklin really needs to stop with the hateration towards Tina Turner. [USAT]As the election creeps nearer, a documentary explores Black...

ill Mami | 10/13/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Life Is

Janet's ready to go back on tour after shuffling around the schedule a bit. [E!]All that publicity Estelle got when Atlantic pulled "American Boy" actually stimulated her album sales. [SR]To prepare Jennifer Hudson for her role in The Secret...

Ro | 10/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't, Don't, Don't Hurt Me Again

From "Bird" to "Satchmo": Forest Whitaker will direct and star in the Louis Armstrong biopic What A Wonderful World. [GU]Lil Kim is being sued by her new label, Brooklane Media, for breach of contract. [E!]Esquire has crowned Halle Berry...

Harlem | 10/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Smooth It Out Now

Ryan Leslie's album cover is extra boring. [TRU] VIBE crowns Eminem as the Best Rapper Alive. Don't worry, we're scratching our heads, too. [VIBE] Kanye West's new video was inspired by American Psycho. That clears it up. Not. [VH1]...

Butta | 10/08/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's Saturday On Tuesday

What exactly did JD give Janet that she keeps canceling shows? [SOHH] The Sugar Hill Gang is releasing an album next year. Heh. [HHDX] Seventy-five years later and we're still talking about Death Row's money woes. [AHH] Okayplayer wins...

nOvaMatic | 10/07/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Here Is Something You Can't Understand

Today is the last day that you can register to vote for this year's election. You are registered? Right? You're not? Get to it. [RTV]Now that we've gotten that out of the way, The Roots urge you to grab 10...

ill Mami | 10/06/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Passion's Fire Burns On And On

Jay-Z was honored for his work with the "Water for Life" Initiative at their Global Leadership Gala and inspired UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to spit a verse or two. [MTV] In a letter to her stanning public, Beyoncé discusses...

Ro | 10/03/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: In A Pop Generation

Jay-Z is scheduled to perform two free concerts this weekend in support of Barack Obama. [SR]T.I. showed his swagger along with Jay and LuLu during his album release concert in New York City. [MTV]Does there really need to be...

Harlem | 10/02/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: No Parking, Baby

Though a banger, that new song with Q-Tip and D'Angelo isn't very new at all, y'all. Just ask us. [SB]Will you go see Ne-Yo: The Movie? Didn't think so. [TRU]Beyoncé's wig collection is worth 1 million dollars. Insert your...

Butta | 10/01/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Here's My Number And A Dime

Usher's "One Night Stand" tour dates have been announced. [SR]Looks like the late, great James Brown's estate is finally nearing settlement after almost two years. Sheesh. [TS]The trailer for the latest Will Smith heart warmer, Seven Pounds, is ready...

Harlem | 09/30/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Can Tell You Wanna Boogie

Jay-Z is rumored to be seriously feeling musical Fela! [NYP]His "Dangerously In Love" wife Beyoncé may be seriously dangerous to your computer. [EW]Gentrification has claimed the birthplace of Hip Hop, 1520 Sedgewick Ave, in the Boogie Down Bronx. [HHDX]Lisa...

ill Mami | 09/29/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wishing On A Star To Follow Where You Are

Forget about Clay Aiken. Where is Ruben Studdard? He was recently in Chicago speaking about Sickle Cell Anemia and will be performing in Ain't Misbehavin' later this year. [CD]Known Yank-hater and Oasis lead singer Noel Gallagher dismisses Bond theme singers...

Ro | 09/26/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (13) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Believe Half Of What You See

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Motown wants you to vote on the 50 songs that will go on its official compilation disc. [CM]Kanye West has bumped up the release date of 808s & Heartbreak to "November Something," according to his...

Harlem | 09/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Smiling Faces Tell Lies

Why is Ciara still insisting that she wasn't nude for her VIBE cover shoot? People stopped caring over a week ago. [VH1]Kanye West is developing a hip-hop themed Muppets-like show for Comedy Central. This has the potential to be brilliant...

Butta | 09/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: War! What Is It Good For?

Well, it's about time! Hip Hop pioneers Run-DMC have been nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. [SOHH]Toni Braxton had a great first night on Dancing With the Stars. [SR]VH1 Hip Hop Honors adds Queen...

Harlem | 09/23/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Where The World's Heading Nobody Knows

En Vogue is back together. Like, for real. [NB]Hidden Beach is on Team Obama, and they put together a compilation album for your listening pleasure. Don't mind the price; it's for a good cause. [HB]Amy Winehouse is struggling to...

Butta | 09/22/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Every Day Is Christmas and Every Night Is New Year's Eve

It may be possible that Jay-Z is forming his own record label. At this point it's also possible he isn't. Whatever. [SR]Janet Jackson is still the saucy vixen we all know and love her for being, teasing one lucky...

Ro | 09/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Gotta Be Bad, Gotta Be Bold, Gotta Be Wiser

World Music group Pilgrim will say "Thank Q" to legendary humanitarian Quincy Jones by performing "We Are the World" during a tribute concert next month. [NB]Oscar winner Jamie Foxx is back, and maybe better than ever in his upcoming film...

Harlem | 09/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Wanna Be Weak, Just Wanna Be Strong

Although everything still sounds real sketchy, no foul play was found in Sean Levert's death. [AP]Check out John Legend's album cover and the potential tracklist for Evolver. [JEBS]Irv Gotti's reality show has been renewed for a second season by...

Butta | 09/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Have To Survive, Have To Stay Alive

MTV is finally dropping TRL. Hopefully BET will follow suit and cancel 106th & Farce. [SR] A contest where no one wins: Predict the sales of Ne-Yo's Year of the Gentleman. [PFM] Find out how Kenny Lattimore remains Timeless....

nOvaMatic | 09/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Baby It's You

LL Cool J seems to be suffering from senility as he calls 50 Cent "inspiring" and Nas "a new cat." [HHDX]Speaking of 50 Cent, he proves that mocking Kanye West's "Love Lockdown" is secret code for "how come you...

ill Mami | 09/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Spend the Night Together, Wake Up and Live Forever

Reginald Hudlin is no longer President of Entertainment for BET, but it's unknown if he left or was forced out. [VIBE]Kanye West and his manager were released from jail; $20,000 bail could never contain that much ego. [MTV]Congratulations to...

Ro | 09/12/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Without A Doubt Turn You Out

Diddy "wings it" in response to the allegations that he doesn't really own a private jet. [SOHH] Alicia Keys starts the "buzz" for her new film, The Secret Life of Bees, at the Toronto International Film Fest. [E!]Lawd. Now...

Butta | 09/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (12) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Feel It

OK, Solange, you can sit down now. Beyoncé is coming back like gangbusters this November. [BB]Usher is pregnant again. [ITW]Lupe Fiasco plans to hang up the mic after his third album is released next year. [TRU]The lead singer of...

Butta | 09/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Talk, Just Move

Lil Wayne and Kid Rock are scheduled to perform at the 5th Annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors on Monday, October 6th. Don't say we didn't warn you. [SR]Will Smith has moved on from playing superheroes to playing a living god...

Harlem | 09/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Get You Alone

The curtains seem to be closing on Detroit's "Hip Hop Mayor" Kwame Kilpatrick. [DFP]While elsewhere, old school hip hop's -- and another of Michigan's own -- MC Breed, is fighting for his life. [HHDX]Speaking of the old school, Nike's...

ill Mami | 09/08/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: It's This One Thing That Got Me Trippin'

SoulBounce Wins Black Weblog Award for Best Music Blog and Judges' Pick for Best Blog Design! [BWA] Sol-Angel sold 49,000 during its first week of release. That's great news for Solange; her debut album sold less than half that...

Ro | 09/05/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Come On Shortie If You Think You Can Roll

Stevie's still Wonder-ful! He's up next for the very prestigious Gershwin Prize. [BB]From Wonder-ful to Wonder bread, Britney's up next to kick off the VMAs this week. Yawn. Wake me if she misses a lip sync. [People]From Wonder bread...

Harlem | 09/04/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Whatcha Gonna Do

Methinks Jazmine Sullivan forgot to button her shirt. [C+D]With the loss of another company, is Damon Dash is going from classy to ashy? [BV]Ne-Yo is about to become a little richer thanks to R. Kelly. [E!]Ludacris' resume will get...

Butta | 09/03/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Dip It Low, Pick It Up Slow

Leona Lewis is pissed that people will finally know what she sounded like before anyone cared who she was. [AA]DJ Stylus reveals himself as one of the many bouncers that contributed to our Top 100. [VC]Solange's success brings Beyoncé to...

nOvaMatic | 09/02/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Get It Crackin' If You Like

KRS-One does the unthinkable. [HHDX] Solange gets some 'act right' for the Today Show. [PC] Suge Knight learns that not everything stays in Vegas. [GUK]Black Hollywood was all a bit verklempt after Obama's DNC speech. [SH] Our prayers go...

ill Mami | 09/01/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: All For You

Have you voted for SoulBounce in the 2008 Black Weblog Awards yet? [BWA] Aretha Franklin wore her Easter's finest to the US Open. [C+D]At an RIAA-sponsored party during the DNC, Kanye West and Jamie Foxx performed "Gold Digger" in...

Butta | 08/29/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Miss U, Baby

Tamia's live DVD and CD will be available this December. Perfect for gifting! [TW]Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson will come back stronger than ever if Ne-Yo has anything to say about it. [TRU]Suge Knight was arrested for beating his...

Butta | 08/28/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: So Emotional

Andre 3000 has another movie on the way. His IMDB profile is getting mighty long. [WH]Our condolences go out to Dr. Dre on the sudden loss of his son. [HH]Brandy channels Will Smith in her new video. I Am...

Butta | 08/27/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: All the Things and More

We may call him D-Nice but as of this past Saturday actress Malinda Williams calls him her husband. Congratulations to the happy couple! [Essence]Does Toni Braxton's cardiologist approve of her being on Dancing With the Stars? [MSNBC]Barack Obama has...

Butta | 08/26/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Loving You All Through the Night

With his new reality dating show on VH1, Ray J is the new Flavor Flav but much less classy. [VH1]Mya loves the kids. So much so that she even looks like one. Has the woman aged at all? [RG101]Da...

Butta | 08/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Feel This Way Together Til the End of All Time

Q-Tip ripped SPIN magazine a new one--via Twitter! [BW2]Early reviews for Faith Evans' memoir, Keep the Faith, give it a thumbs up. [BBB]Queen Latifah is set to chair the next Urbanworld Film Festival. [EUR]Will Downing is scheduled to appear on...

Butta | 08/22/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Over, Sideways and Under On a Magic Carpet Ride

Janet Jackson has a lingerie line aptly named "Pleasure Principle" in the works with a wide range of sizes planned. [WWD]Janelle Monae's EP didn't do too well on the charts. [BBB] Estelle's brief guide to the UK. [BV]Keyshia Cole...

Butta | 08/21/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: When the River was Deep

The Roots are going on tour with Gym Class Heroes and Estelle. At least two outta the three ain't bad. [TCS]According to sources, Fantasia and Young Dro have broken up. Pour a little Mad Dog 20/20 out for them....

Butta | 08/20/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Reunited and It Feels So Good

The Foreign Exchange launched their new website with an intriguing teaser. [TFEM]From Diana Ross to Rihanna. We've not come a long way, baby. [CC]Alicia Keys' Vitamin Water deal is worth a whole lot of cheddar. [CB]Joe links up with...

Butta | 08/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Ain't No Mountain High, Ain't No Valley Low

BeBe and CeCe Winans are reuniting for another gospel album to be released early next year. Well, praise the Lord! [SR]Kev Brown laced Busta Rhymes up with a phat track. [KB]Is that Kanye West looking all crusty? [SONYC]Diddy has...

Butta | 08/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wonderfully Special

Kindred the Family Soul has a new album, The Arrival, on the way! [HB]Ne-Yo enlists some Black star power for his "Miss Independent" video. [RNBMB]Jesus begat Snoop Dogg? This is taking things way too far. [WH]Who in their right...

Butta | 08/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: When Mr. Trombone Slide

Isaac Hayes' cause of death has been listed as a stroke. [TT] Jennifer Hudson looks fabulous in this new photo shoot. [TGJ]Amerie coordinated her lipstick to her stilettos and stepped out with her sweetie. [YBF]Cassie needs to stop jockin' Aaliyah's...

Butta | 08/14/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Why Don't We Get Together After the Dance

Columbia hasn't given Terrence Howard a budget for any music videos from his upcoming album. Pity. [BV]Q-Tip's The Renaissance has been pushed back to November. [IS]Amy Winehouse is threatening to release her own James Bond theme song since she...

Butta | 08/13/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Come On Back

Rahsaan Patterson has a Christmas album on the way. Oh come all ye soulful! [SR]N*E*R*D covers BLAG magazine. [BM]Who told Lil Kim that this was a good look? [SONYC]Keyshia Cole and Lil Wayne have remade a Mary J. Blige...

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

Morning Soul: What Happened, Sarah?

In an interview, Jill Scott 1) confirmed her engagement to "master percussionist" John Roberts, 2) discussed moving to Atlanta and 3) said that she has recorded a song with Bone Crusher. One of these things is not like the other....

Butta | 08/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Hey DJ Keep Playing That Song

Santogold needs a stylist. Preferably one with 20/20 vision who isn't colorblind. [C+D]Robin Thicke and Mary J.Blige have teamed up for a remix of "Magic" that I'm sure will be quite magical. [TRU]Attention Jay-Z fans, The Blueprint 3 will...

Butta | 08/08/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Know What To Do

Toni Braxton is said to be one of the contestants on the next season of Dancing with the Stars. Does her doctor know about this? [BV]Rumors of Alicia Keys being a home-wrecking hussy are swirling again. [YBF]Usher kicked manager...

Butta | 08/07/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Kick Off Your Shoes and Relax Your Feet

Don't get it twisted, Jazmine Sullivan is no Lauryn Hill clone. [AHHA]Speaking of Lauryn Hill, is she misunderstood or is something seriously awry? [XXL]With the Monday night premiere of more faux-reality tom foolery courtesy of Diddy, we say shame...

Butta | 08/06/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: This Is What It Sounds Like When We Make Love

Joell Ortiz puts the Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival on blast. [JO]A Tribe Called Quest reunited for the first time in over a decade on an NYC stage at the Rock the Bells tour stop on Sunday. [MI]The Jacksons will...

Butta | 08/05/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Hold On To Your Love

Has Mya's career gone to the dogs? [C+D]So who will be rocking these new Nike Air Yeezy's other than Kanye West? [TRU]Whoever advised Memphis Bleek that appearing and rapping in this Garnier Fructis commercial would be a good look,...

Butta | 08/04/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Believe What You See

VIBE's mystery cover boy is none other than Jay-Z. Let's keep it moving. There's nothing to see here, folks. [VIBE]Will Smith will play Black Panther Bobby Seale in an upcoming film. [WTF]A couple of Snoop Dogg's homies got busted...

Butta | 08/01/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Infatuation Situation

Any guesses about who the mystery rapper is on the cover of VIBE's 15th Anniversary Juice issue? [VIBE]Wyclef owes Jacob the Jeweler some serious coins. [HH]Christina Aguilera strikes a pose for Macy's 150th anniversary. [DL]Monica works the pole on...

Butta | 07/31/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Burn Some Candles

Don't put Janelle Monae in a box. [AHHA]So what does Steve Harvey have to say about the future of Black radio? [BE]Diddy's new Burger King commercial was directed by Spike Lee. What a waste of talent. On Spike Lee's...

Butta | 07/30/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Swear Up and Down

Monica's reality show The Single hits airwaves next week...on Peachtree TV? Here's to hoping the episodes show up on YouTube with the quickness. [PTV]Whitney Houston is still slumming with Ray J. [CL]MC Lyte's blog, OkaySister.com, was the talk of...

Butta | 07/29/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Wrong But Right

I'm protesting the cover of LL Cool J's Exit 13 because it doesn't have a picture of him on it. [TRU]Lil' Kim and Foxy Brown are being sued by publishing houses for not delivering the books that they promised...

Butta | 07/28/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Shabba!

Early reviews are saying that John Legend's Evolver is "definitely not going to be your average R&B album." [TRU]Tony Rich is now part of the Hidden Beach family of artists. [HBR]Scott Storch is among the thousands of Americans facing...

Butta | 07/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Too Dangerous For Me

How dope are Questlove's new Nike Air Questo kicks? Very! [HS]Nas hit #1 on the charts and protested FOX News yesterday. [BB]So you think you're a singing diva? Sheryl Lee Ralph wants to hear from you. [EJ]Take a look...

Butta | 07/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Need Some Action

So is everyone going to run out and buy Dr. Dre's $350 headphones this weekend? [USAT]Joe Thomas cozies up to Claudia Jordan in his new video. [BAR]Who in their right or left mind would want to work for Diddy? [NR]No...

Butta | 07/23/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Kill Dem Wit It Now

You know you want to take a sip of The Diddy. [WH]Pharrell Williams has a bun in the oven. [PC]B.B. King digs deep into his blues roots on his new CD. [BB]Does Jennifer Hudson have any friends? Cause they...

Butta | 07/22/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Pretty Face and Bad Character

What the blood clot? Darryl McDaniels of Run-DMC was hospitalized last week. Get well soon, DMC. [People]DMX returned to the Earl Simmons Suite in jail over the weekend after yet another arrest. [HH]Karina Pasian looks lovely and age appropriate...

Butta | 07/21/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Can You Feel It?

Check out Tamia on BETJ's Real Life Divas. [TW]Looks like Kelly Rowland has gotten a real job hosting a new TV show. That's a good look since that solo singing thing aint really working out. [BV]Ryan Leslie held a...

Butta | 07/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: You Did What?

Natalie Cole has Hepatitis C, possibly contracted from years of drug abuse. Insert sad face here. [IT]Catch up on the Kanye West Ghost-Blogger Saga. [ID]Earth, Wind & Fire has three new releases on the horizon. [BB]Akon's trial for tossing...

Butta | 07/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Do You Remember?

DJ Jazzy Jeff assures us that despite being the biggest movie star in the world, Will Smith is still the same old Will. So he's always been a swinger, huh Jazzy? [People]Has Def Jam decided to show Janet Jackson...

Butta | 07/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't It Make You Wanna Scream?

Has LL Cool J fallen back in love with Def Jam? [BV]Maxwell looks mad uncomfortable at this gathering, no? Albeit still fine as vintage wine. [C+D]So who should get the last spot in VIBE's Best Rapper Alive Tournament that...

Butta | 07/15/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Miss Us Much?

Snoop Dogg is on board a Johnny Cash remix project with a version of "I Walk the Line." Insert a blank stare here. [BB]Attendees of the Toronto Film Festival will be the first ones to see Jennifer Hudson, Alicia...

Butta | 07/14/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Still Missing You

Ciara is ready to give good face as the latest Wilhelmina Modeling Agency signee. But she still ain't got nothing on those ladies from She's Got the Look on TV Land! [BS]Instant depression alert: Check out these photos of...

Butta | 06/27/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Coming Soon

Stevie Wonder has more instant vintage in the works. [BB]Will Smith locked lips with David Letterman the other night. [TF]KRS-One is getting his own imprint at powerHOUSE Books, aptly named "I Am Hip Hop." Hmm, I wonder if the...

Butta | 06/26/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Need No One Else

Kanye West sides with Soulja Boy in the "Greasy Pimp vs. Raging 17-Year-Old Fool Rap War 2008." [KU]Ice-T has responded that telling Soulja Boy to "Eat a d---" was taken out of context. This is the worst Rap beef...

nOvaMatic | 06/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Where The Players Dwell

Jill Scott announced her engagement to her drummer, John Roberts, over the weekend at Carnegie Hall in NYC. Is this "The Real Thing" or is she drunk off that "Crown Royal"? [BV]Jermaine Dupri wants to plant his seed in...

Butta | 06/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Keep It Real

Does Amy Winehouse have the cooties? [SOHH] Nah, just emphysema. Note to Ames: Crack is wack. [Y!]So Musiq is serious about this "Radio" foolishness. [SR]Brand Nubian's Sadat X has a new CD in the works. [AHH]The Vapors is in...

Butta | 06/23/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Summer, Summer, Summertime

Janet Jackson is gonna get real with MTV. [Variety]It's a wrap for Alicia Keys' tour. [RTNY]Amy Winehouse is still down and out in the hospital. [People]Jazz was honored at the White House on Thursday. [Y!]...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Got A Letter From The Government

Angie Stone discusses the light skin/dark skin issues in the music and film industries. [BV]Does Musiq have some skeletons in his, er, closet? [BX]Hidden Beach is filming a video for the Unwrapped version of "Shawty"--complete with Soulja Boy. [HB]Kedar...

Butta | 06/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: If You're Tired, Then Go Take A Nap

Chante Moore opens up. [HH]It's B2K week at VIBE.com. Insert your own blank stare here. [VIBE]Mary J. Blige was in a generous mood at the Diane Von Furstenberg store last week. [SH]Don't break your fingers rushing to hear these...

Butta | 06/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Don't Be A Dumb Dummy

Phonte is in rare form this week. [GGR]Mariah Carey is bottling up more of her scent. [WWD]Chaka Khan needs a new stylist. Like yesterday. [LBS]Mike Phillips brought some jazzy funk to the Apple store in NYC. [HB]Lenny Kravitz rocked...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: And Do The Wop

Snoop Dogg's wife, Shante Broadus, was nabbed for alcohol seduction D.U.I. [CL]Even out shopping with her daughter, Fantasia is so hood. [SL]Is Craig David too good to be straight? [TA]The R. Kelly jurors agreed that he was on the...

Butta | 06/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Burn, Baby, Burn!

Amerie is now down with Def Jam. Stay tuned to find out if that is a blessing or a curse. [HH]Is Ne-Yo crushing on Alicia Keys? [OE]Solange has Bilal, Marsha Ambrosius and Q-Tip guesting on her new album, and...

Butta | 06/13/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Mind Blowing

Timbaland and his baby mama jumped the broom. [US]Ashanti's bloody "Gotchagram" campaign for "The Way That I Love You" is drawing protest. [BS]Is Ryan Leslie the next big thing? Definitely in his own mind. [RC]Would you buy a gift...

Butta | 06/12/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Golly Gee

The defense rested its case in the R. Kelly trial. This circus should be over soon. [RWS]Persia White may have lost her Girlfriends, but she gained a husband in Saul Williams. [RG101]Alicia Keys to play multiple roles in her...

Butta | 06/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Could It Be?

Little Richard is still ticking like an old watch. [C+D]What does R&B mean to you? [SR]Does Mariah Carey not wear clothes in her videos anymore? [BAR]Kurt Carr has a new gospel CD in the works. [BV]Is Queen Latifah getting...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul: Watch Your Back

Mary J. Blige worked that in London this weekend. [CL]Chilli's new CD will be entitled Bipolar. Is she trying to tell us something? [RNBMB]Here's an advance review of Viva la Vida for all you Coldplay fans. [AMB]After getting caught...

Butta | 06/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul: Clap Your Hands Just A Little Bit Louder

We reminisce, we reminisce as the tenth anniversary of the release of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill quickly approaches. [AHHA]Get to know Esperanza Spalding. [OKP]Lil Kim looks a little less plastic here. A little. [TF]Bobby Brown's oldest son, Landon...

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink