Steve Gunna is an up and coming rapper from the Bronx, NY. He is the front man for the trio “Total Opposites”, which includes Creative Director Hunter Reveur & Producer/Engineer Sasquatch. Steve’s mixtape “Insight” is the 1st project to be released from the group. Throughout the past week, I’ve had an opportunity… Read More →
Bobby Ray Simmons, better known as B.o.B is back on the grind in preparation for the release of his forthcoming album Strange Clouds. He’s become the prince of Top 40 rap (you, know hip-pop) and the Ryan Tedder produced “So Good” is a prime example. Spring just started, and this… Read More →
Mali Music is preparing for the release of a new album via Akon‘s Konvict Muzik label. He recently dropped two new tracks, “The Name” and “Walk On Water” to share with supporters. The former is a soulful testimonial about coming into a relationship with Christ for himself, and learning the… Read More →
We shared the behind the scenes footage with you yesterday, and now, as promised, here’s the full ”Sabotage” visual for your viewing pleasure. Wale & Miguel took it all the way back to 2001 with this one. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URLdEYV09KQ]
One of the UK’s greatest cultural exports today are great soulful singers. You may have heard of a few; like Jessie J, Corinne Bailey Rae, or…Adele? Well, Lianne La Havas is the next to take us all by storm. We’ve been talking about her here at The Uptown Lounge for… Read More →
Here’s brand new music from rising Chicago rapper Rello, whom we’ve previously featured in our New Artist Spotlight. The Dreamers EP features an appearance from Gemstones, and an all around positive message that is so truly necessary. Rello also released a video to accompany “Make It” a dedication to all… Read More →
If Melanie Fiona‘s debut The Bridge detailed the series of unfortunate events that led up to the catastrophic end of a bad relationship, The MF Life, her sophomore effort, is the soundtrack that carries the listener through the wake of the post-breakup aftermath, and into the light at the end of the… Read More →
Finally J. Cole releases the visual for one of my favorite tracks from his #1 album Cole World: The Sideline Story. The Colin Tilley-directed clip for “Nobody’s Perfect” features an appearance from the legendary Missy Elliott. It’s got a futuristic vibe to it, almost like a series of dream sequences,… Read More →
I’ve always enjoyed watching other people’s creative process. I like to know what drives people to tell their stories, or create their art. It’s inspiring. If you share the same sentiments, you’re in luck. In promotion of her highly anticipated sophomore album The MF Life, Melanie Fiona is giving her… Read More →
Today, in our new artist spotlight, I’d like to take a moment to introduce you to a rising MC from Chicago. His name is Rello, and he’s on a mission to inspire his peers and the world with the positive message in his music. Get to know Rello, and you’ll… Read More →
Usher‘s new single “Climax” is arguably the hottest song in Urban music today. The falsetto-driven, tale of reaching the apex and subsequent disintegration or a once loving relationship made it’s debut online on Valentine’s Day. But just two weeks after impacting radio, it’s likely to crack the top 10 in the… Read More →
Big K.R.I.T. provides us with the visuals that accompany the first single from his recently released mixtape 4EvaNaDay. Directed by Va$htie, the video’s sports theme is a perfect compliment to the encouraging lyrics. Take a look below: