brixTunes: Is DJ Khaled Venturing Into R&B?
Published Thursday, July 14, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under brixtunes Tags: brixtunes, Chris Brown, DJ Khaled, Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo
We all know DJ Khaled from his lead in hit singles such as "I'm On One", "I'm So Hood" & "Welcome To My Hood", all of which are laden with rappers.
I was surprised to learn of a new single from his forthcoming album, entitled "Legendary", which features (nothing but) prominent R&B artists. In fact, the single is performed by Chris Brown, Ne-Yo & Keyshia Cole. Check out a snippet ...
Following the news of Nicki Minaj's cousin, Nicholas Telemaque's, murder on the 4th of July (he was fatally gunned down in Brooklyn), an old single, entitled "We Miss You", was leaked to the internet. Ironically, the lyrics of the single address the murder of someone close to her.
Nicki even addressed the semblance of the lyrics & real life on Twitter, stating: "Tho the lyrics of 'We Miss You' eerily depict ...
brixTunes: Britney Spears & R. Kelly – ‘Til The World Ends
Published Tuesday, July 5, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under brixtunes Tags: Britney Spears, brixtunes, R.Kelly
For the "'Til The World Ends" remixes, Britney Spears has collaborated with the likes of Nicki Minaj & Ke$ha (who wrote the song). Now it seems as if R. Kelly took his turn on the track:(Skip to 1:20 for R.Kelly's new addition)Believe it or not, R. Kelly actually fits right in on the track. I'm also wondering if this remix is official or if it's just a viral version, as ...
brixTunes: Young Money’s Shanell Covers Lil Wayne’s "How To Love"
Published Wednesday, June 29, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under brixtunes Tags: brixtunes, Lil Wayne, Shanell, Young Money
Young Money's own Shanell showcases her vocals whilst covering her mentor's latest hit single, "How To Love".Though Shanell & Nicki Minaj were introduced to us at the same time, I feel as though Shanell (also D.Woods of Danity Kane's sister) never received as much attention as she deserved.Check out her cover below:What are your thoughts?
I think it's fair to say that based on her unprecedented style & fanbase, Kreayshawn is the new "it girl", but is her music worthy?Her newest single, "Rich Wh*res", is about rich girls living a facade & dabbling in cocaine.I'm not sold on her quite yet, but her music is definitely catchy. Do you love it?
brixTunes: Mary J.Blige x Nicki Minaj, "Feel Inside"
Published Wednesday, June 22, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under Uncategorized Tags: brixtunes, Controversy, Lil Kim, Mary J. Blige, Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj & Mary J. Blige have joined forces (I'm sure to Lil Kim's dismay) for a new single entitled, "Feel Inside".Though I'm not crazy about the track yet, I'll reserve my opinions until I listen to it a few more times.What are your thoughts?
brixTunes: Melody Thornton’s "Sweet Vendetta"
Published Monday, June 20, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under Uncategorized Tags: brixtunes, Melody Thornton, Pussycat Dolls
Since leaving the Pussycat Dolls, Melody Thornton has yet to release a song that isn't worthy of being a hit single; & her latest is no exception.On "Sweet Vendetta", the sultry singer croons over an old-school R&B-tinged track about her current love interest.Check it out below:Love it! What are your thoughts?
brixTunes: Jojo Covers Drake’s "Marvin’s Room"
Published Wednesday, June 15, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under Uncategorized Tags: brixtunes, Drake, Jojo, Marvin's Room
Drake had the internet abuzz over the weekend with his new single, "Marvin's Room", a single about a drunken phone call to a past lover.Well, the ever-talented Jojo has decided to remix the song & issue a response to the original version whilst showcasing her powerhouse vocals.Thoughts?
brixTunes: Gym Class Heroes & Adam Levine – Stereo Hearts
Published Friday, June 10, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under Uncategorized Tags: Adam Levine, brixtunes, Gym Class Heroes, Travie McCoy
The Gym Class Heroes are back with a feel good summer anthem."Stereo Hearts" is the perfect single for the warm weather season -- & who better to sing the hook than Maroon 5's Adam Levine?What are your thoughts on the new track?
brixTunes: Listen to The Dream’s Version of "1 + 1"
Published Saturday, May 28, 2011 By Jennifer Brix. Under Uncategorized Tags: 1 + 1, Beyonce, brixtunes, The Dream
Say what you will about The Dream, but you can't say he's not a hit-maker.To my surprise, the oft-controversial producer/song-writer penned Beyonce's latest single.Take a listen to his version of "1 + 1":I actually like his demo version! What are your thoughts?Also, click HERE if you have yet to hear Beyonce's version.via Rap-Up





