South Carolina meets Atlanta as Nyketown Ju connects with Marlo for a new collab titled “Wish Me Well”. Directed by Savani Productions.

On Jab Julien’s latest release, 8oss Up, a conceptual and innovative EP that includes 8 tracks with the infinity symbol representing the 8, Jab Julien crafts lyrics and melodies that are clever and classic, as well as timeless. The project is about striving to become a better version of ones self every day, trusting the process and advancing towards an infinite vision, which is also the label name. Being that Jab Julien had his hard drive stolen in the midst of recording, the title 8oss Up is the result of his own personal journey of perseverance.

Now he’s here with his new single “FaceTime,” premiering today via Pigeons and Planes. Check out the 1998 Beats-produced track below.

Lil Ronny MothaF returns with the video for the straight club banger “Bag It Up.” Directed by @HalfPintFilmz.

One of the Greatest Musical Icons of all time has passed away. 76-year-old Aretha Frankin died on Thursday after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Known for her great hits like “Respect,” and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman”, Aretha will be truly missed.

According to TMZ Aretha passed away in her Detroit home where she was under hospice care. She’d been in failing health for many months and she was down to 86 pounds. One source told TMZ  more than a week ago that Aretha could go at any time.

The legend was surrounded by friends and family when she passed. Her family released a statement, saying…

“In one of the darkest moments of our lives, we are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our heart. We have lost the matriarch and rock of our family.”

A Timeline of Aretha’s Career

Born in Memphis in 1942, Aretha’s family eventually relocated to Detroit where she began singing in her father’s church. She was such a powerhouse gospel singer, she landed a Columbia record deal in the early ’60s. Her string of chart-topping hits began with her Atlantic Records deal in 1967.

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Recently R&B singer Jaye Valentine released the visual to her track “This Night Only,” which can be found on her album Spectrum.

They say everything is bigger and better in Texas and Jaye Valentine lives up to the hype with her highly energetic and captivating live performances and creative and theatrical videos. Coming from a family with musical roots in Motown, this R&B songstress vocally delivers in the booth and in person.

“It is essentially about a girl who sees what she likes and goes for it. Why not, right? My EP is entitled, Spectrum and I chose that name because I thought it represented how multifaceted I am as an artist,” Jaye Valentine said. “You will also notice that I chose not to include any heartbreak or male-bashing songs on the EP. I am not ignoring that part of life though. I just wasn’t in that space when writing and recording. To be continued..” she said playfully.

While she is currently building her name in Houston, Jaye Valentine got her start making music in La Marque, TX not far from Galveston and some of Texas’ most popular beaches.

“I’ve been pursuing music professionally since 13 and have been singing longer than that. I started off in girl groups and learned a lot during that time. That definitely shaped me as a solo artist and made me stronger. I learned about hard work and team work during those years,” Jay Valentine explained.

Refusing to sell her body and keeping the focus on music, Jay Valentine prides herself in keeping her integrity while still being sensual.

“I approach the game with all I have but without compromising my integrity. I don’t strip or sell drugs; although I don’t knock those who do. I fund my own project in a legitimate way. It takes longer and is challenging but integrity for myself and people I am around is very important to me.”

Inspired by the greats like Whitney and Aretha while still keeping up with contemporary artists like H.E.R., Jay Valentine has something for all R&B fans.

“I am a mix of things, I listen to and am inspired by Hip-Hop and Country – I am from the country, hello?!?,” Jaye said laughing. “I like Rock (Aerosmith is my absolute fave), Gospel because I grew up in the church), Classical because I was trained in piano for 10 years the list goes on and on. I am simply a lover of the art of music and pull inspiration from all those areas. I hope to bring a fresh take on R&B by interjecting a few different things, open people’s minds up a little yet still remain true to this underrepresented genre.”

“I acknowledge the ups and downs, of love, it is all part of the Spectrum. A rainbow is simply a Spectrum of color and represents hope after a storm and I feel that the EP has an empowering and hopeful vibe it; and that was intentional,” Jaye Valentine concluded.

After the brutal gang attack against 21-year-old Christina Miller at a Brooklyn Nail Salon sparked outrage throughout the black community. Several community leaders and organizations have stepped in to support the victim. Including R&B sensation Teyana Taylor who has graciously offered the victims of that attack a gift of a lifetime.

According to ESSENCE, the Harlem-born entertainer offered the victim of the Brooklyn nail salon attack a lifetime of free manicures at her New York-based salon, Junie B Nails.

The proud mother and wife made the incredibly kind gesture following a press conference she held for Thomas and her mom to show her support.

The incident happened on August 6th at New Red Apple Nails in Brooklyn, New York. Asian nail shop employees attacked Miller her sister and grandmother after they refused to pay for a botched up eyebrow job. According to the store surveillance footage, Miller was unhappy with her $5 eyebrow arch service because the technician shaved off her eyebrow. After refusing to pay for the service the salon owners called the police and requested that Miller her grandmother and sister stay and let the police decided if they should pay. When trying to leave Miller was pushed back by several employees then jumped with sticks and other salon items.

Miller and one salon worker were arrested and charged.

@imanshumpert Thanks to your Queen @TEYANATAYLOR for showing love & Support to the #Nailsalonattack victims #TeyanaTaylor gave them lifetime free membership at her Harlem salon #JunieBeeNails truly an example of #BlackExcellence #JusiceforChristina pic.twitter.com/K3W83kdFX1

— Tasty Creations (@Mellmacmenu) August 13, 2018

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Raised in the woods of Southeast Georgia, Kid Arsenic’s love for Hip Hop started with random freestyles during lunch time at school. He then grew to realize his love for music and started recording his own at a young age.

Years later, Arsenic has taken his craft seriously and is ready to unveil his latest work. Today, the Southern rapper lets the “Birds” fly on his newest record.

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Rhode Island Rapper, Flawless, has been consistently dropping dope music over the past few years. Now he is back with some help from Legendary rapper Jadakiss. The “Bodies” record has Flawless and Jadakiss delivering hard hitting bars over an impressive instrumental by Katsuro Beats. Flawless made a name with media blogs and fans after the release of his riveting video “Doctor”, which garnered over 10 million views on social media. Now the rapper is rubbing shoulders with the biggest names in the industry proving that he is more than ready for the next level.

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