Monday, February 9, 2015

Neyo - Take You There



World renowned singer/songwriter Neyo recently released his sixth album #Non-Fiction. One of the standout tracks from the project is the sexually charged "Take You There". On the traditional R&B cut, Neyo lets a lady know he wants to love her body, and if it turns into loving her heart, he's fine with that too. I have been playing this song non stop! I'm not the biggest Neyo fan, but his vocals on this song are incredible, especially the falsetto towards the end. It's a really feel good joint, and engulfs my spirit everytime I hear it LOL. Listen to the baby making jam below. 



Thursday, February 5, 2015

Video: Seafret - Oceans



Uk duo Seafret have unveiled the video for their somber,acoustic single "Oceans". While not appearing physically, Seafret's love-stricken anthem acts as a score for a short film, which sees a bullied young girl dress up as a super hero to cope with the pain. As it turns out, the girl develops real super powers and defeats the same crowd who antagonized her. I love everything about this song and video (gives me the same feeling as the movie, #ThePerksofBeingAWallflower). Watch the emotional clip below. 



Liane V - Where Have You Been?



This might be her best song to date. LA singer Liane V puts her own spin on Ameriie's 2001 classic #WhyDontWeFallInLove on new single, "Where Have You Been?". The Fayo N Chill produced midtempo stays close to the original, while freshening up the verses with new lyrics and melodies. Liane sounds very similar to Ameriie thoughout, so it was an instant like for me. It's exciting to see an R&B artist of Asian descent and will be interesting to see how well she fares in the mainstream. Listen to Liane find her prince below.



Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Video: Kyle ft. Kehlani - Just A Picture



There's more to life than selfies and social media. Bay Area artists Kyle and Kehlani try to keep their significant others' attention in the video for their 80's Pop inspired song, "Just A Picture". The song has a fluffy melody and relatable lyrics that make for a light, fun time, so there's no surprise that a lot of color and quirky graphics were used to bring the vision to life. I personally appreciated the choregraphy scenes,which was unexpected. Watch the rapper and singer denounce Instagram love below. 



Video: Rihanna ft. Kanye West & Paul McCartney - FourFiveSeconds



Seems like the Rihanna reign is not letting up anytime soon. The Bajan beauty teams up with Kanye West and legandary Beatles member, Paul McCartney, in the simplistic visual for her chart topping Country inspired single, "FourFiveSeconds". Rih and Kanye don full jean emsembles as they express their disdain for being tried, if you will. The black and white visual could pass for a Gap ad (I love the moving editorial idea) and symbolizes growth for the superstar's career. Rihanna is no stranger to heading left when everyone is going right, which makes me even more excited for her upcoming 8th album. Peep the classic video below.


Monday, February 2, 2015

Merril Owns - Play Forget



Singer/Songwriter Merril Owns bounces his way into the new year on the first single from his upcoming EP, They Flockin'. "Play Forget" sees the confident San Diego,CA native spit game and express his uncertainties about an ex's front. The midtempo, reminiscent of Roger and Zapp's #ComputerLove, should resonate well with the younger generation, citing lines, I'm not gonna wait on your call, give it time you gon' pull up outside. Take a listen to the rambunctious cut below.



Chisanity ft. Trey Songz - Real Nigga



This song is for all my real ones out there. Trey Songz introduces his new artist Chisanity on the self-explanitory,midtempo "Real Nigga" produced by Taz Taylor. The track starts with a brief convo between Chisanity and an unidentified female, suggesting that he come through to her place. The two artists take turns letting the ladies know what a real n*gga consists of, often rap singing. It's a cool record to throw on when you're riding in the car on a nice day. Listen below.