Friday 30 September 2016

[Music Video] Zara Larsson - "Ain't My Fault"


Zara Larsson hasn't been on my radar since her fantastic duet with MNEK. Will her latest single Ain't My Fault change this?

Sounding SOOO much like Rihanna it's almost embarrassing, I was ready to dismiss this outta hand. However, the song vastly improves as it goes on- so stick with it. There's a hard knock waiting for you in the chorus, a killer Rnb bridge and some great harmonies to look froward to. There's also various vocal tricks out on show in the latter half that help soften the Rihanna comparison.

Thursday 29 September 2016

Mariah Carey Sounds Great on Empire-featured "Infamous"



Strictly speaking, this is actually a duet. Taken from Mariah Carey's stint on hit show Empire, the Jermaine Dupri and Bryan Michael Cox produced cut also features Jussie Smollett. Full disclosure, never seen the show but this dude sure does sound like Usher.

Vocally, Mariah's midrange is where this ballad keeps it locked, and it sounds good! Staying away from the breathy, "whisper" register, Infamous sees the Diva FINALLY giving us clear and direct vocals. Don't get me wrong, I love the airy voice when filling out a harmony or used sparingly to add texture to the vocal line. But more often than not, it's unnecessary, distracting and gives the false impression the voice is more damaged than it is.

Thursday 22 September 2016

[New Music] JoJo - "FAB"


JoJo's new album is coming October 14th. Titled Mad Love, it's the Diva's first release over at Atlantic Record- not to mention her first legit record in a decade!

To keep anticipation for the set at a high, the Diva has released another of its cuts. In a similar antagonistic frame of mind to lead single F**k Apologies, FAB has JoJo now coming for those "fake ass B**ches" in her life. Sadly, though the lyrics are entertaining and kinda clever, this is another strikeout.

Wednesday 21 September 2016

[Music Video] Lady Gaga - "Perfect Illusion"



Lady Gaga's Perfect Illusion has debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 15, one week after its release. Today sees the push for the first single from her upcoming fifth studio album, Joanne, continue, with Illusion's visuals being released.

Monday 19 September 2016

Angela Lansbury Sings "Beauty and the Beast" @ 25th Anniversary


Angela Lansbury is a legend in my eyes.

And being as how much I love her, I wasn't expecting this video of her singing the theme to Beauty and the Beast to leave me feeling anything but happy and gay(er). What actually happened was slightly unnerving.

Has Britney Spears Got Her Groove Back?



Yeah I came for Britney after her not so great VMA performance, but this Instagram clip has me thinking that something has changed since then at camp Brit. Either they've finally sorted out her knee- because she looks to be moving with way more ease and fluidity- or they've changed her meds. The hair is still busted though, but let's not dwell on that.

Whatever the case, I'm excited to see more switched on performances from the Diva as she continues to plug new album, Glory.

Friday 16 September 2016

[Free For All Friday]


It's that time agaiiiin

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  • It would be nice if it stuck to music, but it's not a requirement! So talk about news, current events, how you're getting your hair done next time you hit the hairdresser! Whateves, really!
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Inappropriate hugs to all of y'all (hi-fives to the underagers), and wishing you an awesome weekend!