It’s All Black Music

Young Money sex-kitten Shanell covers Lil’ Wayne’s “How To Love” track, adding a “saucy response track every woman can relate to.” Shanell is currently in the studio working on her debut album which she just shot a music video for with director Collin Tilley. SOURCE: JSharpe Agency ***EXCLUSIVE***Shanell Talks Meeting Wayne, Young Money & “Taking […]

Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) 120th & Riverside, New York, NY 10027 When: Spring 1979 What: The legendary DJ becomes the first to play Rap on the radio with the debut of “The Mr. Magic Disco Showcase.” «  PREVIOUS NEXT  » In celebration of Black Music Month, TheUrbanDaily’s “It’s All Black Music” presents 100 Rewarding […]

John West is Island Def Jam’s newest signee. His single which has the internet buzzing is called Lovely. Pusha T was enlisted to help paint the picture of love in the summer time. Produced by Christian Rich, West’s lyrics are exactly what your significant other wants to hear. More New Music: Chris Brown Ft. Tyga […]

Jill Scott’s “The Light Of The Sun” album debuted number 1 on the Billboard 200 charts selling 135,000 copies in the first week of release! Jilly From Philly just gave an amazing performance at the 2011 BET Awards featuring sexy chocolate actor Idris Elba. Looks like all the promoting has paid off for Jilly from […]

Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) Chung King Studios 170 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013 When: March 11, 1989 What: In an effort to promote a positive image of the hip-hop community, KRS-One invites friends and colleagues to join him in the seminal posse cut. The song debuted at #1 on the […]

Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) MTV Offices/Studios 1515 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 When: August 6, 1988 What: The first nationally televised rap video show debuts on MTV with Eric B & Rakim’s “Follow the Leader.” Host Fab Five Freddy’s first guests were Salt-N-Pepa. «  PREVIOUS NEXT  » In celebration of Black Music Month, […]

Kelly Rowland reveals the track list to her “Here I Am” album. Looks like Kelly is finally taking things to the next level. She has a number 1 single “Motivation,” A judge on Britain’s “X-factor” and a fitness DVD with Hollywood trainer Jeaneatte Jenkins.  The album hit stores July 26 and will feature Lil Wayne, […]

Jay-Z has a lot of women to thank for his achievements and Latrice Burnette is one of them.  Though the digital era is filled with stories of overnight success, this marketing maven followed the more traditional analog-era path. When a lot of her high school peers were playing with video games or obsessing over a […]

Alicia Keys delighted fans with a c.d signing at The POPMARKET in NYC for the release of “Songs In A Minor 10th Anniversary Collector’s Edition.” Afterwards Keys performed at Joe’s Pub! Check out the photos and video below: CLASS OF 2001: Alicia Keys Did The Unthinkable Alicia Keys Says Aaliyah’s Death Was The Inspiration For […]

The Neptunes are known for their signature sound and working with some of the top hip hop artists in the game. The hit making production team has been making us dance since the early 90s. Word is, Pharrell Williams wrote Teddy Riley’s verses on “Rump Shaker.”  There were rumors of The Neptunes actually producing the […]

Chris Brown and Tyga are back in the studio together, or at least they were! The dynamic duo collaborated on “Snapback Backs.” An ode to their fly swag. Rick Ross bought “Tupac back” and Swizz Beatz brought back Reeboks so why not cover the popular track! Chris Brown Covers “Marvin’s Room” [NEW MUSIC] 2011 BET […]

Lil’ Wayne’s “Tha Carter IV” album has been pushed back to August 22. The YMCMB boss spoke with MTV News about his upcoming mixtape, “Sorry 4 The Wait”. Wayne’s manager Bryant Cortez pushed the album back so this is Lil’ Wayne’s way of saying sorry to the fans. He states that he is back in […]