New Music: Justin Timberlake – ‘TKO’

Following “Take Back the Night,” Justin Timberlake readies another round with “TKO,” the second single off The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2. After teasing with Instagram videos throughout the day, he debuts the 7-minute song, produced by Timbaland.

“Perfect hit to the dome/ This ain’t the girl I used to know, no, not anymore/ TKO,” sings JT.

The follow-up to the best-selling album of 2013 arrives Sept. 30 featuring appearances from Drake (“Cabaret”) and Jay Z (“Murder”).

“The songs that I released in March just reminded me of summertime a little bit more and the songs that are coming out this month felt a little darker so they made me feel like the fall/winter collection,” Timberlake told Ryan Seacrest.

He is expected to debut some of the new tracks at this weekend’s iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas.

Did JT deliver another knock-out? Stream “TKO” below and purchase it on iTunes.

via Rap-Up.com http://www.rap-up.com/2013/09/19/new-music-justin-timberlake-tko/

New Music: Mary J. Blige – ‘This Christmas’

Christmas comes early. It’s only September, but Mary J. Blige spreads some holiday cheer with her soulful cover of Donny Hathaway’s classic “This Christmas,” the first release from her Christmas album A Mary Christmas.

If you pre-order the album on iTunes, you can download the song now.

The seasonal set, executive produced by David Foster, arrives Oct. 15 featuring remakes of classic holiday tunes, plus collaborations with Barbra Streisand, Jessie J, The Clark Sisters, and Marc Anthony.

Unwrap MJB’s early Christmas gift below.

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Tupac Biopic Headed to the Big Screen

Seventeen years after his death, the legendary Tupac Shakur will be resurrected on the big screen in a new biopic.

Morgan Creek Productions and Emmett Furla Films are in final negotiations to partner on the film entitled Tupac, it was announced today.

Tupac’s mother, Afeni Shakur, has signed on as executive producer. Tupac will be produced by James G. Robinson, David Robinson, and LT Hutton along with Randall Emmett and George Furla.

The film, which is reportedly budgeted at $45 million, centers around the life of the hip-hop icon, who was shot and killed in Las Vegas in 1996 at the age of 25.

Production is slated to begin next year in Atlanta. According to Deadline.com, producers have the rights to use Tupac’s musical catalog.

While a biopic has yet to be made, Tupac was previously portrayed on film by Anthony Mackie in Notorious, the 2009 movie about the Notorious B.I.G.

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Video: Sabi f/ Tyga – ‘Cali Love’

Sabi heads to the land of sunshine and palm trees in the feel-good video for her single “Cali Love.” The Inglewood native jumps in her Jeep Wrangler and cruises the streets of L.A. with her friend. She soaks up the sun on Venice Beach and meets up with Tyga at a house party at night.

The 25-year-old’s debut EP Cali Love drops next month.

Raise a red cup and party on the west side with Sabi.

[HNHH]

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Video: Shanell – ‘Hotel’

Shanell recalls a one-night stand in the steamy video for “Hotel,” a cut off her mixtape Midnight Mimosas . Clothes lay strewn on the floor as the Young Money singer makes out with a mystery man in the sheets.

“Do you remember what happened last night?” she asks.

Head to the bedroom with Shanell in the intimate clip.

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Justin Timberlake Takes on Las Vegas for ‘Runner Runner’ Premiere

Justin Timberlake hit up Sin City for the premiere of Runner Runner last night. The pop star arrived with his wife Jessica Biel and posed with his co-stars Ben Affleck, Anthony Mackie, and Gemma Arterton. Fans flocked to the casino floor as he made his way through Planet Hollywood.

“I got excited when I first read the script because it reminded me of a type of genre of thriller that you and I probably grew up with,” Timberlake told Ryan Seacrest of the crime drama. “The characters are really intelligent and the movie could go either direction. When I was reading it, it wasn’t clear ‘This is the bad guy and this is the good guy.’ It felt like a nice little twist and also an homage to the thrillers I liked growing up.”

On Thursday, he sat down with Matt Lauer for an interview on “Today,” where he spoke about growing up in the spotlight and the controversy surrounding Miley Cyrus.

“I don’t know that I have a definitive thought in one direction or the other about it,” he said. “I think she’s really smart, and I think she’s really talented. I’m not saying I agree with the presentation, but I also feel like every 10 to 15 years we pick somebody that this is what we’re going to do with them, is we’re going to make them the model of who we want our daughters to be or not be.”

His album The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2 drops Sept. 30, while Runner Runner opens in theaters on Oct. 4.

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LoLa Monroe Parts Ways with Taylor Gang

The Taylor Gang family just got smaller. Wiz Khalifa’s label has cut ties with LoLa Monroe and Cardo.

In a statement to XXL , a Taylor Gang executive announced that the D.C. rapper and hip-hop producer are no longer affiliated with Taylor Gang.

“After years of helping build their careers, we did not feel as if the relationships were mutually beneficial,” said the exec. “We wish LoLa and Cardo the best but hope they move on in their respective directions without affiliating themselves to the Taylor Gang brand or name.”

LoLa had appeared on Wiz’ Taylor Allderdice mixtape and latest album O.N.I.F.C. She also toured with Wiz and other Taylor Gang members on “The 2050 Tour” last year.

Cardo was one of the main producers behind Taylor Allderdice and Wiz’ 2010 mixtape Kush and OJ.

According to label reps, neither Lola nor Cardo was officially signed to Taylor Gang, which is home to Juicy J, Chevy Woods, Tuki Carter, and Berner.

via Rap-Up.com http://www.rap-up.com/2013/09/19/lola-monroe-parts-ways-with-taylor-gang/

Lil Wayne Teaches Meek Mill How to Skate

Meek Mill is a pro on the bike, but how does he hold up on a skateboard? Lil Wayne teaches the MMG MC to skate in a preview from DJ Scoob Doo’s Triple OG DVD. Weezy goes first, skating down the ramp, but Meek has a tough time staying on his feet. But that doesn’t stop him from trying again.

“I’m a universal hood ni**a,” he said. “Anything I do, I learn how to do good.”

After hitting the floor a few times, he was worn out and had to lie down. “What I do wrong?” he asked, to which Wayne replied, “Everything.”

The Young Money boss had some words for the newbie: “I told ni**as, three words: You gon’ fall.”

Watch Meek’s attempt at skateboarding below.

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New Music: Nelly f/ 2 Chainz – ’100K’

After remixing “Feds Watching,” Nelly grabs 2 Chainz for “100K,” one of the many collaborations on his upcoming album M.O., due Sept. 30. The St. Louis rapper boasts about his paper over a grandiose beat, while 2 Chainz lays down a luxurious verse.

In addition to 2 Chainz, M.O. features appearances from Future, Nelly Furtado, Nicki Minaj, Trey Songz, Wiz Khalifa, and Florida Georgia Line.

Listen to their get-money anthem below.

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New Music: Ja Rule – ‘Fresh Out Da Pen’

It’s the return of Rule. Ja Rule steps back to the mic with his first solo record since his release from prison in May. The New York-bred rapper, who previously spit a guest verse on N.O.R.E.’s “She Tried (Remix),” issues a warning to the competition on the aggressive “Fresh Out Da Pen.”

“Fresh out da pen, middle finger up, ni**a I don’t give a f**k and you know what ya’ll can suck,” raps Jule.

He recently reunited in the studio with his former Murder Inc. labelmate Ashanti and has more music on the way.

Is Rule on track for a comeback? Listen and weigh in below.

[IFWT]

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Miley Cyrus Goes Topless for Alternate ‘Bangerz’ Cover

Miley Cyrus is going nude again. The “We Can’t Stop” singer strips down on the alternate cover for her album Bangerz. The topless version is one of five for the deluxe edition of the album, due Oct. 8. The other four will be available at retail locations.

Fans can vote online for their favorite cover starting today. The winning cover will be revealed on Oct. 14 and become the official deluxe artwork.

Miley scored her first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week with her single “Wrecking Ball.”

Bangerz features appearances from Britney Spears, Big Sean, Future, Nelly, and French Montana, along with production from Mike WiLL Made It, Pharrell, Da Internz, Planet VI, Stacy Barthe, and Sam Hook.

See the rest of the covers below.

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Sevyn Streeter Performs ‘It Won’t Stop’ with Eric Bellinger

Sevyn Streeter serenaded fellow singer-songwriter Eric Bellinger during his showcase at The Roxy in L.A. on Sunday. The CBE signee sat in his lap while performing her single “It Won’t Stop.” But after the music cut off, she kept going, belting out an acapella rendition while Bellinger beatboxed.

“Had so much fun performing with @ericbellinger during his Roxy show the other night! Great job E!” wrote Sevyn.

In addition to readying her own album, Sevyn has been writing for Tamar Braxton, Ariana Grande, Kelly Rowland, and Chris Brown. If you missed her Rap-Up Sessions performance, check it out here.

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Will Smith and Queen Latifah Face Off in Rap Jeopardy

Following his daughter Willow’s performance on the season premiere, Will Smith stopped by Queen Latifah’s new talk show on Tuesday.

The hip-hop veterans faced off in a friendly game of rap Jeopardy with host Alex Trebek. They answered questions from categories including “Rapper’s Delight,” “Diddy or Didn’t He,” “Food Rappers,” and “That’s What She Said.”

But after flexing their hip-hop knowledge with Diddy-related questions, they reached a tie. For Final Jeopardy, they were given the clue: “This is the greatest rapper of all time.”

Find out how they answered the question and who was declared the winner.

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Chris Brown Talks Double Album, ‘X’ Collaborations with DJ Skee

Chris Brown took over L.A. Live during AXS TV’s “SKEE Live” last night. In addition to performing three songs, the R&B singer shared details about his upcoming album X.

He hopes to release a double album with 20 songs (10 songs on each), pending approval from his label RCA Records.

He has assembled a star-studded lineup including Nicki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, Rihanna, Diplo, Timbaland, Sevyn Streeter, and Kendrick Lamar, who appears on “Autumn Leaves.”

“He actually wrote from the mindset of a critic, if a critic was sitting there talking to me, and then he’s coaching me through it,” said Brown, who has already shot part of the video in Hawaii. “It’s amazing how lyrical he is and how he can put it together just by rapping.”

During the interview, he also spoke about the negative media attention, his graffiti art, and his position in music.

“I actually love being the underdog because I get a chance to prove somebody wrong every day,” said Breezy.

Watch excerpts from the sit-down below.

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Single Cover: Ciara – ‘Overdose’

Somebody call a doctor. Following “Body Party” and the Nicki Minaj-assisted “I’m Out,” Ciara has selected “Overdose” as the third single off her self-titled album.

The R&B diva gets in the pants of her boyfriend Future on the racy cover art (via Just Jared). CiCi is seen with one hand grabbing his crotch and the other down his underwear.

Just this week, her first single “Body Party” was certified gold. “BODY PARTY GOLD. THANK YOU!!!” she told her fans.

“Overdose,” produced by Josh Abraham and Oliver Goldstein, is set to hit radio on October 14.

What do you think of the cover art? Weigh in below.

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Rihanna Shares Bond with Fans in ‘Half of Me’ Documentary

Rihanna shares her connection with her fans in her new documentary Half of Me. The 11-minute black-and-white film, presented by Budweiser, is told from the perspective of her Navy and herself. They share how the singer affected their lives and how she in turn has been touched by them.

“Everything that I have acquired, everything that I have accomplished, I really owe it to my fans,” said a grateful RiRi. “It’s really them that made that happen, so my fans, they mean everything to me.”

One fan explained why the pop star is loved by so many. “We’re all the same as her, to be honest. That’s why she’s got so many fans and that’s why everyone loves her. She’s so much like us.”

Earlier this week, Rihanna shot a video for her next Unapologetic single “What Now” in Thailand.

Witness the special bond between RiRi and her fans in the short film.

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The Weeknd’s ‘Kiss Land’ Debuts at No. 2

R&B and country battled it out on the Billboard charts this week. The Weeknd and Keith Urban faced off, but the Canadian crooner was narrowly edged out of the top spot.

His album Kiss Land debuts at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 after selling 96,000 copies in its first week, according to Nielsen SoundScan (via Billboard). He fell less than 3,000 copies short of this week’s chart-topper Keith Urban, whose album Fuse entered at No. 1 with 98,000.

Last year, The Weeknd’s mixtape compilation Trilogy debuted at No. 4 with 86,000, and has moved 385,000 units to date.

During his show at the Greek Theatre in L.A. last night, his friend Drake prematurely announced that he had the No. 1 album in the country.

“NUMBER 1 ALBUM IN THE COUNTRY. I LOVE MY FANS XO, WE GOOD!!!!!!” tweeted The Weeknd. But after the final sales were announced, he added, “AWWH. SO CLOSE THEY HAD TO RECOUNT!!! STILL GOT THE BEST FANS!! THANK YOU XO.”

Meanwhile, 2 Chainz’ sophomore album B.O.A.T.S. II #METIME sails in at No. 3 with 63,000 copies. His debut Based on a T.R.U. Story more than doubled the sales with 147,000 in August 2012.

Janelle Monáe landed her best sales week yet and first top 10 album with The Electric Lady, which comes in at No. 5 with 47,000.

Tamar Braxton’s Love and War falls 2-8 (35,000), while last week’s No. 1, Ariana Grande’s Yours Truly, falls to No. 9 (31,000). Rounding out the top 10 is John Legend’s Love in the Future, which slides 4-10 (30,000).

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Kendrick Lamar Visits ‘The Arsenio Hall Show’

Arsenio Hall welcomed “one of the most important hip-hop artists of our time,” Kendrick Lamar, on Tuesday’s show. The talk show host, who interviewed hip-hop icons including Tupac and Dr. Dre in the past, credited the Compton MC for his late-night comeback.

“I said, not only am I coming back, but I can’t wait to say, ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Kendrick Lamar,’” said Arsenio.

Kendrick sat down to discuss his “Control” verse, the Black Hippy movement, and reacted to praise from Ice Cube and Pharrell, who compared him to Bob Dylan.

“He’s a legend and he said something, he voiced his opinion and the world gravitated towards it, and I want to do that with music,” said K-Dot of the ’60s icon.

He also hit the stage to perform “m.A.A.d city” with the TDE band and brought out Schoolboy Q for “Collard Greens.”

via Rap-Up.com http://www.rap-up.com/2013/09/18/kendrick-lamar-visits-the-arsenio-hall-show/

Video: Solange – ‘Lovers in the Parking Lot’

Solange returns to her Texas roots in the video for “Lovers in the Parking Lot,” the second visual release from last year’s EP True. The cinematic clip, directed by Solange and Peter J. Brant and filmed in her hometown of Houston, was made in conjunction with The Creators Project.

The 27-year-old singer dances through empty commercial spaces—from a fluorescent-lit hallway, to a basement cafeteria arcade and pawn shop, to a Houston-area mall where Bun B once worked (check his choreographed cameo at the 2:22 mark). The fashionista shows off her vibrant style, wearing Michael Craft for Puma, against muted backdrops.

Solange is currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on her first album for release on her label Saint Records.

See Solo shine bright on screen.

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Video: J. Cole f/ TLC – ‘Crooked Smile’

J. Cole uplifts with the storyline-driven video for “Crooked Smile,” the TLC-assisted single off his sophomore album Born Sinner. The Roc Nation rapper, who is currently on his “What Dreams May Come Tour” with Wale, delayed the release so he could reshoot the cinematic clip. Watch Cole spread his positive message.

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Kanye West and Charlie Wilson Perform ‘Bound 2′ on ‘Jools Holland’

Following his appearance on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” Kanye West ventured across the pond. On Tuesday, North West’s father helped kick off the season premiere of British talk show “Later… with Jools Holland.”

Wearing a fishtail parka, Mr. West was joined by Charlie Wilson as he performed his Yeezus cut “Bound 2.” Other acts on the bill included Sting, Lorde, and Kings of Leon.

Adele was watching at home and tweeted, “God I love Kanye so much. Later with Jools is incredible tonight!”

Watch Yeezus and Uncle Charlie bring “Bound 2″ to the BBC.

[Miss Info]

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Schoolboy Q and Kendrick Lamar Perform at #uncapped Concert

TDE took over a West Side gallery in New York last night for vitaminwater and The FADER’s #uncapped concert series. Following a set from TDE’s newest signee SZA, Schoolboy Q hit the stage to perform tracks including “Blessed” and “Hands on the Wheel.”

He launched into his Oxymoron single “Collard Greens” and was joined by surprise guest Kendrick Lamar, who delivered his verse and also performed “m.A.A.d. City” with Q playing hype man.

Check out TDE’s East Coast invasion.

Photo credit: Roger Kisby

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New Music: Jhené Aiko f/ Childish Gambino – ‘Bed Peace’

The wait is over. Jhené Aiko spreads peace and love with “Bed Peace,” the first single off her upcoming EP Sail Out. The L.A. songstress enlists Childish Gambino for the acoustic jam, which she previously debuted for Rap-Up Sessions.

“It’s a very summer, feel-good type of song,” Jhené told Rap-Up TV of the Fisticuffs production.

Due Oct. 29, Sail Out is also expected to feature appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, Ab-Soul, and Kendrick Lamar.

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Video: 50 Cent – ‘NY’

Fiddy runs the city. 50 Cent reps for his hometown in the video for “NY,” a cut off last year’s free album 5 (Murder by Numbers) . The hip-hop mogul overlooks the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan in the nighttime visuals.

“New York, for short, call me NY,” proclaims Curtis.

Just last week, 50 debuted the video for “Can’t Help Myself (I’m Hood)” off his DJ Drama-hosted mixtape The Lost Tape.

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Dawn Richard Channels Grace Jones in Photo Shoot

Dawn Richard transforms into fashion icon Grace Jones in a new photo shoot for Annex Man magazine’s Brooklyn issue. The Blackheart singer smokes a cigarette and sports some wild hairstyles in the edgy images.

Dawn spent time in the studio with Jones while recording “Yeah Yeah You Would” for Dirty Money’s album Last Train to Paris.

Her group Danity Kane will make their first performance since reuniting at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas this weekend. The girls have been working on their new album and will release “Rage” as the first single.

See Dawn channel her idol in the badass shoot.

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Jhené Aiko Sets ‘Sail Out’ EP Release Date

Jhené Aiko is setting sail this October. The R&B sensation has announced a release date for her EP.

Before her full-length debut Souled Out arrives next year, she will satisfy patient fans with Sail Out on Oct. 29.

“It’s like bridging the gap between [my mixtape] Sailing Soul(s) and Souled Out,” the 25-year-old singer told Rap-Up TV. “Sail Out has a lot of the hip-hop/rap influence on it, even with the beats.”

The hip-hop-heavy tracks include features from Wiz Khalifa (“Hit It Again”), Big Sean, Ab-Soul, and Kendrick Lamar, who guests on the Janet Jackson-inspired “Stay Ready.”

Her rap alter ego J. Hennessy also appears on the EP. “I literally feel throughout the day I go through 12 different personalities in my head,” said Jhené. “She’s an aspiring rapper. She still sings, but she’s more aggressive. She likes to really talk a lot of shit and talk about things that a lot of R&B singers don’t talk about.”

In July, she debuted one of the tracks, “Bed Peace,” for Rap-Up Sessions.

She guests on recent releases from J. Cole, Big Sean, and Drake, who enlisted her for “From Time,” a cut off his album Nothing Was the Same.

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Tracklisting: Mary J. Blige – ‘A Mary Christmas’

Mary J. Blige has a gift for her fans this holiday season. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has unwrapped the star-studded tracklisting for her first-ever Christmas album.

Blige joins forces with David Foster, the Grammy-winning producer behind multi-platinum Christmas albums for Michael Bublé, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, and Celine Dion.

The album features soulful interpretations of classic holiday tunes including “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “The Christmas Song.” She duets with Barbra Streisand on “When You Wish Upon a Star” and Jessie J on “Do You Hear What I Hear,” while The Clark Sisters join Blige on “The First Noel” and Marc Anthony guests on “Noche de Paz.”

“The past few months have been such an amazing time for me, the highlight being my work with David Foster,” said Blige. “I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to make this soulful and classic Christmas album with David. David’s music has touched so many talented artists and I am grateful to be a part of this collaboration. I am so proud of what we created and I believe my fans will love the album as much as I do.”

A Mary Christmas arrives Oct. 15 on Matriarch/Verve/Interscope Records. See the tracklisting below.

A Mary Christmas Tracklisting

1. “Little Drummer Boy”

2. “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”

3. “My Favorite Things”

4. “This Christmas”

5. “The Christmas Song”

6. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”

7. “When You Wish Upon a Star” – Duet with Barbra Streisand

8. “Winter Wonderland”

9. “Do You Hear What I Hear” – Duet with Jessie J

10. “Petit Papa Noel”

11. “The First Noel” – Duet with The Clark Sisters

12. “Noche de Paz” – Duet with Marc Anthony

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Big Sean and Naya Rivera Get Intimate in Terry Richardson Shoot

Big Sean and Naya Rivera are one hot couple. The “Beware” rapper and “Glee” star go in front of the camera for famed photographer Terry Richardson in a series of sexy photos. A grinning Sean shows off his toned torso, while Naya peeks out in a skimpy top. Sean even tries on Richardson’s glasses while recreating the photog’s famous thumbs up pose.

Naya is working on her debut album for release on Columbia Records in 2014. Her first single “Sorry” is now available on iTunes featuring her beau.

“so proud of @NayaRivera 4 working so hard and putting her 1st song out to the world! I love u. Glad 2 b apart of it,” tweeted Sean.

Check out more pics from the smoking-hot shoot below.

For the rest of the photos, visit TerrysDiary.com.

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Christina Milian Makes ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Debut

Christina Milian dipped it low on the dance floor while making her debut on Season 17 of “Dancing With the Stars.” With her idol Jennifer Lopez looking on, she and her partner Mark Ballas performed a contemporary dance. Carrie Ann Inaba called her a “gorgeous dancer,” while Bruno Tonioli called it “introverted.” They received a score of 22/30 from the judges.

Despite her musical background, Milian was nervous about dancing. “I think people are gonna have higher expectations of me as a performer, but I’ve never danced with a partner before,” she said.

Once it was over, she felt happy with her performance. “Thank you to my partner @MarkBallas tonight was a really special performance,” she said. “And to all the supporters who watched, I love you! Man it was a long day today but by the time I performed I felt completely confident.”

Milian is also in the studio working on her fourth album for release on Young Money.

Watch her make her “DWTS” debut.

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Bruno Mars Takes ‘Treasure’ to the Streets

Bruno Mars lives the rock star life even when he’s not on stage. The smooth singer turned a simple trip to the liquor store into a production and documented the entire thing via a series of hilarious videos on Instagram.

It all started when he went to buy milk. “Out of milk. Off to the market,” tweeted Bruno, who will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in February.

With a suitcase boombox in hand and his red Dolce&Gabbana suit on, he danced his way out of his garage and down the street while singing his hit “Treasure.” He strut into the local liquor store and grabbed a carton of milk before making his way back home.

Along the way, he pulled out a cardboard “Treasure” sign and spun it around on the street corner as cars drove by.

“If I’m shinin too bright put yo shades on. Drive Smart. Drive Safe #Smafe #BrunoLuhDaStreets,” he wrote.

Watch Bruno bring his moves and swag to the streets.

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New Music: Pusha T f/ Kendrick Lamar – ‘Nosetalgia’

Kanye West ranted about Pusha T’s greatness at a listening party in New York last week, and the G.O.O.D. Music MC is proving the hype is real. The Clipse member drops a bomb with “Nosetalgia,” the latest release from his upcoming debut My Name Is My Name, due Oct. 8. He rips apart the Nottz-produced track, while Kendrick once again proves he won’t be outshined.

“I was born in ’87/ My granddaddy a legend/ Now the same shit that ya’ll was smoking is my profession/ Let’s get it,” raps K-Dot.

Other guests on MNIMN include Rick Ross, The-Dream, Jeezy, Kelly Rowland, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Future, Pharrell, and Chris Brown.

Listen to two of hip-hop’s most celebrated MCs spit flames.

[IFWT]

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New Music: R. Kelly – ‘Genius’

R. Kelly unleashes a bedroom thriller on his seductive single “Genius.” The R&B mastermind aims to please—and get you naked—as he coos over the sex-drenched record.

“We’re both so freakin’ hot/ We don’t wanna freakin’ stop/ Got each other like la la la la, babe,” he sings.

His 12th album, Black Panties, is set to arrive on Nov. 11 featuring the 2 Chainz-assisted “My Story.”

Listen to Kellz’ baby-making jam below.

[Singersroom]

via Rap-Up.com http://www.rap-up.com/2013/09/16/new-music-r-kelly-genius/