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It’s a little late this week, but with good reason as R&B Fridays is on a 2-week hiatus after this episode, due to ‘international commitments’ of the team.
Thankfully, it’s an episode to savour with two brand new contributions from series favourite Frank Ocean, in addition to a couple of other noteworthy artists getting involved. Three to catch up on from the week gone by, with Novel dropping off a bumper 19-track project, Teyana Taylor also getting in the mixtape hunt with her newest effort, and the second episode of our other weekly series, Sh*t You Forgot About. Head below.
→ Continue Reading R&B Fridays: Episode 142
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Yeah, we’re delayed again. You’re all pretty much used to it now though. When we hit that 100th episode, I may just have to rename this to something a little less ‘day specific’…
Catch-up: delayed visuals for Usher’s More, the video for Yasmin’s Finish Line and an official remix, very enjoyable video for Musiq and Swizzy’s single, XV’s remix of Erin Christine’s Naked, and finally Wiz Khalifa jumps on a remix with Cee-Lo.
Lots of features and guest spots in this week’s episode, so get your mice at the ready and get clicking below.
→ Continue Reading R&B Fridays: Episode 91
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Some more decent material from Timbo for his #TimbalandThursday series. Whilst it’s nothing ground-breaking it is just a typical Timbaland R&B/rap hybrid of a track, that he does oh so well. This one features Bran’Nu….that’s the R&B singer Brandy’s rapping alter-ego by the way.
*Kanye Shrug*
Timbaland – Whenever You Like ft. Bran’Nu
Last week’s Timbo Thursday that I didn’t have time to post/felt ambivalent towards:
Timbaland – Hot Mess ft. J’Royal Price & JimmyCodean
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This week’s #TimbalandThursdays is upon us and this is a track that has me in two minds. On one hand Timbaland’s verses on this are filled with autotuned nonsense over an average at best beat. On the other hand Lyrica Anderson (what a name!) provides a fantastic hook which elevates the beat to decent status and makes the overall track an enjoyable listen. Click below to get hold of it.
Timbaland – Mentally ft. Lyrica Anderson
Bonus: We inexplicably forgot to post Last week’s edition of this weekly series: it’s a track that features the lovely Keri Hilson, who (as some of you well know) can do no wrong in my eyes or ears.
Timbaland – You Lied, You Cheated ft. Keri Hilson
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Another week, another Timbaland Thursday. Much like Swizz Beatz ‘Monster Mondays‘, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the quality of the tracks Timbaland’s been coming out with. These are essentially throwaway tracks, but from a production point of view, it’s arguable that the strength of these are better than what we heard on his Shock Value 2, or the beats he gave Jay-Z for Blueprint 3.
This track is no different, another very good beat for us to enjoy with Brandy providing some vocals to add to the goodness.
Timbaland – 808 ft. Brandy
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A little later than usual but here’s the latest track from Timbaland Thursdays. Continuing his good form – the beat on this track is another cracker, with a fitting chorus.
A much more darker feel to the song than the previous two weeks in this series, it’s good to see Timbo is trying to give us a bit of everything. Apparently he’s having legal issues with regards to this weekly series (literally have no idea as to why) so this weekly feature may not last for much longer unfortunately.
Timbaland – Lil Apartment ft. Attitude & 6 Two
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Second instalment of Timbo’s Thursdays weekly edition.
Following along from Timbaland’s collabo with Missy Elliot, we have another strong effort by Timbaland here, fans of his production and rapping style will definitely enjoy this.
I don’t really have anything else to add to that, and I’m in a rush….so make your own mind up about this song and download below. #okbye
Timbaland – Round Da Way Tim
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Timbaland Thursdays has begun! Yes this whole weekly series is massively played out now (I, for one, am fed up with it) but I can give Timbo a pass, just because I want to hear new music from him on a regular basis.
Missy Elliot’s been quiet for what seems an age now so it’s good to hear Timbo enlist her for his very 1st instalment of the series. Thankfully the production on this is on point and their chemistry together is as strong as it ever was. Basically if you liked their previous material together, you’ll like this. If you didn’t like what they’ve done together previously then you can go to hell (or just ignore this post, whichever suits you best).
Timbaland – Take Ur Clothes Off ft. Missy Elliot
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Timbaland’s little brother gets a helping hand with a remix to a track on his upcoming debut album. Set to be the 1st single from that (Cruel Intentions), this is pretty good on first listen with an excellent beat by Timbaland.
Sebastian – Wobbley (Timbaland remix)
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Here it is: my last R&B Friday for around a month. Don’t you worry though, we’ve got plenty planned to keep you supplied and satisfied.
This week has material from a really wide range of artists and styles, from established artists like Timbaland to newcomers such as Sammie. Good stuff to keep you going until the surprises in store for you next week, be sure to click on and enjoy some R&B.
→ Continue Reading R&B Fridays: Episode 54
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As you well know by now, I don’t write album/mixtape reviews or feature articles unless it’s something very worthwhile. It’s a lot of time and dedication for me, so you know there’s a damn good reason behind it right? Right.
OTU followers will be familiar with this duo (and all you newcomers need to get educated, fast). We’ve followed them for quite some time, and they’ve really stepped their game up in the last 2/3 months with this remix project. If you’ve missed any of the utterly awesome remixes they’ve put out, click on to find the links for recapping.
Anywho, it’s time to unleash the entire project. 18 tracks of fantastic music from an unbelievable (you’ll agree, trust me!) range of genres that will cement these guys as ones to watch for 2010. If you don’t have time for the review, you can download the mixtape here. If you do, click on.
→ Continue Reading Fly Gypsy-FG*XL:remixtape Review and Download
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FINALLY, we have a regular episode. After the triple digits of last week, we’re back down to normal levels. I’ve made an effort to throw in more new artists this week as the last few have been really mainstream, so there are some lesser known gems in this one for you to check out.
Obviously plenty of established names in there too though, so be sure to click on for a digestable instalment of R&B goodness.
→ Continue Reading R&B Fridays: Episode 43
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I’m pretty meh about this track, as you can discover here. Probably going to have its fans though, so I can’t deprive you of the visuals. I’m alright like that.
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I found this fairly interesting picture on Google, it does not represent my own opinions.
The Kanye track is an unfinished demo. Not sure if it’s a demo for himself or someone else, but it’s new material and worth grabbing for ‘Ye fans.
I don’t know where the Madonna/JT collabo is going to end up either, but I very much doubt the mainstream fans care seeing as it’s a big collabo. I personally believe it was an unreleased track from whatever album it was that had 4 Minutes on it, but I could be wrong. It’s a pretty good track though, I’ve surprised myself by enjoying it to be honest. The production/JT’s contribution are definite highlights
Kanye West-What It Is (Demo) (The links are ZShare, Mediafire is giving me hassle)
Madonna-Across The Sky ft. Justin Timberlake
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I’m still easing back in, give me time! For now, enjoy the visuals for the latest single from Shock Value 2.
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2009 was one hell of an interesting year. We saw the comeback of Eminem, albums by the 2 other big names of hip-hop in Jay-Z and 50 Cent, and once again we waited all year for Dr. Dre’s Detox which never came. It’s fair to say that despite this the year hasn’t been dominated by the big boys and we’ve seen a gradual change in hip hop – the gangsta rap of previous years has steadily evolved into what can be described as ‘Hip Hop Hipsters’. Kanye led the way back in 2004 and by 2009 the likes of Lupe Fiasco, Kid Cudi, Wale and Asher Roth have emerged.
Click on to find out what I considered the best and the worst to come out this year. → Continue Reading Notorious Indi’s Best of ‘09
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Timbo’s Drake-assisted single gets a video. Haven’t checked it out yet, but I don’t expect much. Audio is here.
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The video here is the alternate one for Morning After Dark, and the track below is one which will not be on Shock Value 2. Apparently, a version of the track will be but minus Chris Brown. Make of that what you will, but the track itself is fairly decent.
Timbaland-Maniac (The One I Love) ft. Keri Hilson, Chris Brown and D.O.E.
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Timbo drops some visuals for his SoShy-assisted single from Shock Value 2. Audio is here.
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A very different line-up this week to what we’re normally used to, but still bringing the R&B goodness. There’s an entirely free 14-track EP from the acclaimed Kevin Cossom in there too, so be sure to click on.
→ Continue Reading R&B Fridays: Episode 23
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Yet another collaboration for you, this time bringing you something from Timbaland’s upcoming album. Esthero (who I literally know nothing about) and The Fray hop along on this track, giving it a pretty widespread appeal.
It’s actually a pretty good track, and has a sombre atmosphere mixed with a fairly progressive chorus. Much like Apologise from the last album, it’s predominantly The Fray (in place of OneRepublic) who do the work on this track. Unlike the rest of the leaks from SV2, this is one that definitely stands up well against the original, and does push the boundaries a little. Definitely worth picking up no matter what your taste.
Timbaland-Undertow Ft. The Fray and Esthero
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…is rather disappointing. This isn’t even a scratch on some of their previous work, and sounds like it was just thrown in just to say they did something together for this album. I might be wrong, but I doubt it.
Timbaland-Carry Out Ft. Justin Timberlake
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Remember what I told you here? I hope so, ‘cos here goes Game’s newest official track. Krazy features Gucci Mane, and on first listen I can’t say I’m really feeling this. The beat is a bit clunky and Gucci’s feature doesn’t add anything at all.
Game-Krazy Ft. Gucci Mane and Timbaland
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Edit: Bringing this back up as I’ve now added the official final version. Turns out the one I posted before wasn’t final.
Click below to grab the finished/mastered version of the Timbaland/Drake collaboration. I haven’t checked this out yet, but it’s nearly 2 minutes longer than the unfinished version I delivered here.
Timbaland-Say Something Ft. Drake
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Here goes the final version of Morning After Dark, the first single from Timbaland’s Shock Value 2. It now also features Nelly Furtado, as well as Timbo’s new artist SoShy who was on the first version. It’s also better quality, which seems to have improved the track greatly.
Timbaland-Morning After Dark Ft. SoShy and Nelly Furtado
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Another big name collaboration for you to all enjoy. From Timbaland’s upcoming Shock Value 2, Tim recruits Keri and Sean for this joint. Given the stature of the stars on this, it’s a rather disappointing track which seems to be the trend with the leaked Tim tracks so far. Make your own judgements though, some of you may enjoy this.
Timbaland-Rumours Ft. Keri Hilson and Jay-Z
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I held off on posting these today as some of them sound unfinished, but I changed my mind for some unknown reason.
The first one is from Timbaland’s Shock Value 2, and is expected to be a single at some point. It’s not too bad, and although it isn’t anything special it could be unfinished. The other two may be Neither of the other two will be on Thank Me Later: King Leon has a really nice beat, and I’d much rather this be the Timbo/Drake collab as it sounds like a Tim production. Believe It Or Not isn’t really my thing, but will go down well with fans of mainstream hip-hop. It’s a very Gucci Mane-style song…UPDATE: And that’s because it is a Gucci Mane song, from an upcoming mixtape.
Drake-Believe It Or Not Ft. Gucci Mane
Drake-King Leon
Timbaland-Say Something Ft. Drake
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