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UK MUSIC NEWS: 1XTRA LIVE INTERVIEWS TAIO CRUZ

November 30, 2009

The 1xtra live concert took place over the weekend in Sheffield (England) and Mad News was not invited! Can you believe it??? It’s an absolute travesty! I would have given anything to have heard with my own ears, rapper Chipmunk tell a predominately caucasian audience to call him “Munky”.  Ha ha ha! I have to laugh because if I don’t I’ll cry. Anyway check out “equal opportunities employer” Taio Cruz’s interview with I’m guessing a 1Xtra radio personality. I’m sorry I’ve never seen this guy before and I don’t tune in […]

UK MUSIC: TINCHY STRYDER -‘YOU’RE NOT ALONE’

September 19, 2009

Tinchy Stryder’s new single You’re Not Alone samples the mid 1990s no.1 hit single by Olive, which is also called You’re Not Alone. I like this track because I was a huge fan of the original and Tinchy’s version isn’t bad… maybe because the original is heavily sampled. Via Punchbowl Blog Your thoughts please. Hit or Miss?

UK ARTIST: XO MAN – ‘MICROWAVE’

July 29, 2009

XO Man celebrates his Hugo Urban Rules win with The Sugababes Check out South London born rapper XO Man’s single/official video Microwave. XO Man burst on to the UK scene after winning the Hugo Urban Rules talent contest in December 2008. I only recently found out that XO Man won Hugo Urban Rules, which I guess shows a complete lack of interest on my part when it comes to contests of this nature…. Quirky, different and a mix of genres here!  This track will eventually become a commercial […]

MARSHA AMBROSIUS LONDON CONCERT FOOTAGE (THE JAZZ CAFE)

July 8, 2009

Former Floetry star Marsha Ambrosius jetted in from sunny Los Angeles and performed live at the UK Soul Jam event (Jazz Cafe) on July 5th, in London. Footage via Soul Culture ‘Take Care’ ‘Say Yes’ Marsha is one talented lady. I really enjoyed watching both performances.  I look forward to hearing the album. Also it sounds as if Marsha’s English accent is no longer missing in action and has MIRACULOUSLY found its way back home.   Hallelujah!

UK MUSIC: ALEXANDRA BURKE ‘DESPERATE’ TO RELEASE ALBUM

July 7, 2009

X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke apparently cannot wait to release her debut album. The highly exciteable singer told The Sun, “If I could turn round and say to the label, ‘OK, done, let’s release it tomorrow’, I would. I’m so excited to bring it out – my blood’s boiling. It’s not going to be what you expect it to be. The label have told me they’re very proud at the moment.” Burke also disclosed that she has been receiving support from Beyoncé during the recording process. […]

DIZZEE RASCAL KNOCKS THE BLACK EYED PEAS OFF THE TOP OF THE UK CHART

May 25, 2009

Rapper Dizzee Rascal has knocked The Black Eyed Peas off the top of the UK singles chart. His single Bonkers a collaboration with DJ Armand Van Helden, debuted at number one after becoming the fastest-selling single of the year so far earlier this week. I don’t really understand why Bonkers is so popular BUT congratulations Dizzee.

UK MUSIC NEWS: DIZZEE RASCAL UNVEILS UK TOUR DATES

May 22, 2009

Dizzee Rascal’s UK tour will kick off in October. See tour date information below.  October 6 – Newcastle, O2 Academy October 7 – Manchester, Apollo October 9 – Cambridge, Corn Exchange October 10 – Exeter, University Great Hall October 11 – Bristol, O2 Academy October 13 – Nottingham, Rock City October 14 – Bournemouth, Opera House October 16 – Norwich, UEA October 17 – Birmingham, Opera House October 24 – Liverpool, University October 25 – Sheffield, O2 Academy October 26 – Leeds, O2 Academy […]

UK MUSIC: JAY SEAN FT LIL WAYNE – ‘DOWN’

May 21, 2009

UK “singing sensation” Jay Sean signed to Cash Money Records last year, and ‘Down’ is his debut single release since joining Baby and co. I haven’t been able to listen to the track yet so have no choice but to reserve judgement until I do so. But In the meantime your thoughts please.  Is it a hit or a miss?  [Thanks Miss V]

UK MUSIC NEWS: ALEXANDRA BURKE SET TO COLLABORATE WITH BEYONCE?

April 13, 2009

Via Digital Spy X Factor winner Alexandra Burke is reportedly in negotiations with Beyoncé about a possible collaboration. Burke, who performed a duet with the singer on the ITV1 show last year, is reported to have been seeking advice from the star and her rapper husband Jay-Z. Speaking to OK!, an unnamed source said: “Beyoncé is sure Alexandra has what it takes to be as big as Leona [Lewis] and she’s planning to help her crack the US.” Who is this ‘unnamed […]