Check out the White songs that Black people love to rock out to on Blackplanet Radio. Which songs do you think should be added to the playlist? When Did Beyonce Become A White Woman? The Kardashian Brand Is A Wrap!
The Ruler is back! Our dude, Slick Rick, shows these new age rappers how to make everyday mundane topics interesting on the song, “Need Some Bad.” Boasting production from the legendary DJ Premier, Slick Rick exercises his trademark narrative rhyme techniques throughout Premier’s updated drums lifted off “The Show.” The song turned up on Premier’s […]
For those of you who hoped DJ Webstar would quietly fade into he background after his hit, “Chicken Noodle Soup,” Your prayers have gone unanswered. DJ Webstar recruits Maybach Music soldier, Wale, and Dorrough for “Drop That A$$.” The club anthem is sure to bring the ratchetness out of some ladies. There is no word […]
Imagine this. You’re a 17-year-old Nigerian-American high school student from a small suburban town on the other side of the Hudson River. You find yourself singing for Jay-Z in your living room where he tells you, “You have a powerful voice, learn to control it and by 22-23 years old you will be good.” For […]
Russell Simmons stopped by VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz Live” earlier today to discuss Heavy D’s influence on hip-hop. Simmons said when he and Uptown Records founder Andre Harrell first listened to “Mr. Big Stuff” they were blown away by Heavy’s vocals and melody. Simmons goes on to say “Heavy was the first R&B rapper to […]
Ten years ago, on October 23, the first iPod ever became available to the masses. Sure, the commercials were memorable, but who knew they’d become an invaluable, cherished staple in our everyday life for the next decade (and likely more to come)? You’ve broken them, replaced them, added songs and deleted them, but we’ve compiled […]
What do you do you when you’ve been nominated for 2 Emmys, had a summer blockbuster movie (Thor), and a hit TV series (“LUTHER”) ? If you’re Idris Elba, you head down to the beaches of San Juan, Puerto Rico and shoot a music video, and indulge in some some very seductive body painting. Produced […]
Allow us to introduce you to Brooklyn MC, Kris Kasanova. Kris is making waves in the industry with his introspective lyrics over superior production. “War Paint,” is the visual for his latest single. Look out him. He is on the rise. Give us your predictions if you think he will blow or not. If you’re […]
While driving home the other day from dropping the kids off at school, I threw on my iPod to enjoy a much-needed break from the radio and the 20 questions from the kids. I turned to my “Love Songs” playlist, which is packed with nearly 200 classic love songs from “Adore” by Prince to “Heaven […]
As stars continue to react to the passing of soul singer, Amy Winehouse, Melanie Fiona has posted a cover of her favorite Winehouse joints. Here Melanie Fiona sings “Wake Up Alone” from Winehouse’s master stroke, Back To Black. Rest In Peace Amy Winehouse. Related Posts: Melanie Fiona Talks About “The MF Life”[VIDEO] BET’s Rip The […]
Last week we posted a track from Universal Records signee, Money Malc. We got lots of feedback wanting more information about him. We’ve got more for you. Check this clip of the Jersey native to get a better understanding of who he is. Hit us with your predictions and let us know if he is […]
When Jay-Z and Kanye West dropped “Otis,” the rap world was set ablaze. People talked about the mediocre remixes that were sure to follow. California MC, Game, hasn’t done a remix. He’s delivered a half baked diss record. I’m not exactly sure who this is aimed at considering he goes from taking shots at Jay-Z […]
