Reminder: Red-Band means there's swears.
Could be good. It was done by the same people that brought you the comedy classic "Bridesmaids".
12/24/2012
12/15/2012
12/14/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Man Of Steel Trailer
I love this time of year. The trailers are sick. Somehow amid the release of the Star Trek Into Darkness, After Earth & Pacific Rim trailers, we missed the release of the longer and more informative Man of Steel Trailer. Lucky for you, I have it right here:
12/13/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Pacific Rim Trailer!!! Nuts!
Hot off the heals of the After Earth Trailer, Pacific Rim is here to rock your world:
CRAY CRAY!!! Who's going?
12/12/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN EXCLUSIVE: Luke James' New Album Whispers In The Dark
One of the most underrated voices in the game right now, Luke James, has dropped his new album online to commemorate Triple 12. I have it here for you to listen to in its entirety. Most of the tracks were produced by Danja. Check it out below:
12/08/2012
Jojo hangs with the Massholes
So Massholes is this hilarious web series about some twenty-somethings from Boston. It's actually very well-done. For this episode, they were able to lock down fellow Boston superstar, Jojo. Hilarity ensues...
Jojo is almost as good an actress as she is a singer.
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Tamar Braxton, John Legend, Bruno Mars, Eric Benet, Faith Evans, Brian McKnight, Jojo, Marsha Ambrosius
Tamar Braxton -- Love and War [SEXYBLACK PICK]
John Legend -- Who Did That To You?
Bruno Mars -- When I Was Your Man (HOT!)
Eric Benet & Faith Evans -- Christmas Without You (HOT!!)
Brian McKnight -- Sweeter
Jojo -- Andre
Marsha Ambrosius -- Cold War
12/06/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS TRAILER!!!!
Finally, this...
and this...(extra 17 seconds of footage)
THIS. IS. EVERYTHING. Sherlock's (Benedict Cumberbatch) as the bad guy who, I'm assuming (hoping) is Khan based on the final shot of the trailer that classic trekkies (such as myself) will go nuts for.
Here's the plot:
In Summer 2013, pioneering director J.J. Abrams will deliver an explosive action thriller that takes "Star Trek Into Darkness."
When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis.
With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction.
As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.
When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis.
With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction.
As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.
12/05/2012
12/03/2012
11/27/2012
SEXYBLACK EXCLUSIVE: Missed Spike Lee's Bad25? Watch it here... NOW.
During TIFF, I was lucky enough to see Spike Lee's Bad25, the chronicle of the creation of the follow-up to the best selling record of all time, Thriller. It was amazing, and the Q&A with Spike Lee afterwards was hilarious and completed the experience. The doc doesn't only deal with Bad, it showcases the work ethic of the number one entertainer in the world and the people who worked with him and loved him. It also deals with how those people dealt with his passing. YOU MUST WATCH THIS:
Prince Returns with some New Old Ish: "Rock & Roll Love Affair"
The afro, the glasses, the sound? Could this be a Renaissance. God, I hope so.
11/21/2012
11/18/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Rihanna, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, Willie Taylor, Tank, Sevyn Streeter
Rihanna -- Diamonds (Remix w/ Kanye West) [HOTTT!!!!]
Alicia Keys -- Brand New Me
Rihanna -- Nobody's Business (w/ Chris Brown) [SEXYBLACK PICK!]
Willie Taylor -- Over (w/ Tank)
Sevyn Streeter -- I Like It (HOTTTTTT!!!)
SEXYBLACK SHORT: Mobius
Got 11 minutes?... Check out this riveting short film entitled Mobius:
Well done.
Sniped from houseofshorts.com.
11/13/2012
11/09/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Keyshia Cole's "Trust And Believe" Video
This video is so well done! Great song too.
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Rihanna "Diamonds" Video!
Rihanna has done it again. The song's been out two weeks and is already number 1. There's something epic about it.
11/05/2012
SEXYBLACK EXCLUSIVE: Haute Caribe -- The World of Trinidad & Tobago Fashion
My girl, Thomasine, put me on to this mini-doc that describes the new fashion movement coming out of Trinidad & Tobago and making it's way across the world. Check it out. It's SO Good!!!:
10/28/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Rita Ora's "Shine Ya Light" Video
Rita Ora goes back home to do it to you one more time. Enjoy:
I said it the first time I saw her over a year ago. This girl is going to be HUGE!
10/27/2012
SEXYBLACK Hallowe'en EXCLUSIVE: Colin Berry's "Prick"
About a year ago, I introduced you to my friend, Colin C. Berry's short film "Prick" with an alluring, visually stunning trailer. Well this Hallowe'en, after a year of successful festival runs, Colin has been nice enough to allow all of us to see his Masterpiece in it's entirety. Please watch and enjoy this early Hallowe'en Haunt, "Prick":
SEXYBLACK SPECIAL THROWBACK: Blaque's "808" -- R.I.P. Natina Reed
It has recently been reported that Natina Reed, the rapper from the R&B group Blaque was killed last night in a hit and run in Atlanta. I was a fan of this group growing up. They were introduced to the world by Lisa "Left-Eye" Lopez of TLC. At one point, Blaque was considered heiresses to the TLC throne.
Oddly enough, Left-Eye, who Natina idolized and modelled her performance style after, was also killed in a car accident in Honduras.
Like Left-Eye, Natina was the most memorable character of the group because of the way she attacked her lyrics and presented herself. She would've been 33 tomorrow and is survived by her 12 year old son and his father, Kurupt.
R.I.P. Natina Reed
10/23/2012
10/16/2012
10/12/2012
Bobby Brown Serenades Karyn White in Japan in 1989
I was all up in Bobby Brown and Karyn White at the time, as they were two of R&B's most dynamic performers in the late 80s and early 90s, but who knew that they were actually together? Watch Bobby perform his best slow jam, "Rock Wit'Cha", amazingly all while exciting the exciter (Karyn White). This is a piece of history right here:
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Marsha Ambrosius' "F*ck N Get It Over With" Music Video
Marsha is a dope singer, in my opinion one of the best out there, but she is also known for her outstanding song-writing, and going places where others dare not go. Her new single is no exception. We have all been there. We can all relate to "F*ck N Get It Over With" once you realize you've come to the end of the road with someone you love, but can't be with for one reason or another. This song takes an honest look at the human emotion that many of us can relate to when we get to this point. Truth is, love makes us do some crazy things, and feel some crazy things. Marsha is just being honest about it. If you can get over the hook, listen to the words and feel the longing in this song. Also watch the video below to see Marsha looking the best we've seen her in a while and stay tuned til the end (trust me). Enjoy "F*ck N Get It Over With"
10/11/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN MEGA-POST: Marques Houston, Miguel, Diddy, French Montana, Brandy, Faith Evans, Kelly Price, Fantasia, Ne-Yo, Wiz Khalifa, Stooshe, Solange, Ashanti, R. Kelly, Rihanna, Brian Culbertson, Stokely Carmichael
Marques Houston -- Speechless (HOT!)
Miguel -- Adorn (DJ Tedsmooth Remix w/ Diddy & French Montana) [SEXYBLACK PICK!!!!]
Brandy -- Let Me Go
Faith Evans -- True Colors (Cover w/ Kelly Price & Fantasia)
Brandy -- No Such Thing As Too Late
Ne-Yo -- Don't Make 'Em Like You (w/ Wiz Khalifa)
Stooshe -- Waterfalls (Cover)
Solange -- Sleep In The Park
Ashanti -- That's What We Do (w/ R. Kelly) [HOT!!!]
Rihanna -- Diamonds
R. Kelly -- Single Ladies (Feelin' Single Remix)
Brian Culbertson -- No Limits (w/ Stokely Carmichael) (HOT!!)
10/10/2012
SEXYBLACK THROWBACK of the MONTH: Gladys Knight & The Pips "You Are The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me"
My mom owned two records that I listened to before I started collecting my own. One was George Benson's "In Your Eyes" album with his rendition of Roberta Flack's "Feel Like Making Love" and the other was Gladys Knight and the Pips "The Best Of" with "Midnight Train To Georgia", "The Way We Were" and "You're The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me". I was like 7. And these were the songs that helped formulate my ideas of love and heartbreak. Yes, at that young age. The old cliche stands: They don't make them like this anymore. I made a tape of the best songs from these two albums, I still listen to it. It reminds me of 188 Ryerson Rd., in Lethbridge, Alberta, and the wood grain record player that we had in the family room. I remember feeling good about being alive and excited about a world that could produce such great talent and music. It was a good thing. Probably one of the best things that ever happened to me. Take a look through the window at my life, pretend you're hearing beauty like this for the first time... maybe you'll see what I see...
"If anyone should ever write my life story, for whatever reason there might be,
You'd be there 'tween every line of pain and glory, because you're the best thing that ever happened to me."
10/09/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: John Dies At The End Trailer
And now the trailer for one of the weirdest, funniest, amazing movies I've ever seen at the Toronto International Film Festival. The trailer is good, but it does not do this movie justice. When it comes out, wherever you are, go see John Dies At The End. You think you know what it's about, but you really don't.
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: The Lone Ranger Trailer starring Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is not who you think he is in this movie. Who's going?
10/02/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Solange Knowles' "Losing You" Music Video
Let me tell you why this works (I've figured it out). First of all it's a GREAT song, it just MOVES. Second, we love Solange BECAUSE we love Beyonce. Beyonce is an entity that is perfect, flawless, and a Supernova. We love Solange because she is like an unpolished Beyonce. She is raw. And "black-girl-lost-and-found". She is unapologetic and makes her music and her videos for just her while Beyonce makes them for the world. And in being this kind of 2nd hand Beyonce she has etched a special place in all of our hearts. Now, we WANT her to win, DESPERATELY. Because we always root for the underdog. That's why Frank Ocean is so huge. And WIN she does with her new song and video, "Loosing You". Solange may just eclipse her sister, even if it's just for a moment with this one. And yes, it is THAT good. See for yourself:
9/27/2012
9/18/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Elle Varner's "I Don't Care" Music Video
From one of the best albums of the summer, Elle Varner brings you the infectious "I Don't Care". Unfortunately, this record is extremely hard to find in Canada. So you have my permission to download it. But if it comes out here... cop it to keep good music alive. Enjoy:
9/17/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: John Legend, Teyana Taylor, The Weeknd, Faith Evans, Alicia Keys, Miguel, Wiz Khalifa
Bliss -- John Legend & Teyana Taylor (G.O.O.D. Music) [SEXYBLACK PICK]
Wicked Games -- The Weeknd
Dumb -- Faith Evans
Not Even The King -- Alicia Keys (HOTTT!!)
Adorn (Remix) -- Miguel w/ Wiz Khalifa
9/16/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Frank Ocean's SNL Performances and "Pyramids" Music Video
Last night, Frank Ocean appeared on Saturday Night Live's Season Premiere with John Mayer, check out the performances below:
Then after the show, he debuted his new video for "Pyramids". This video is NSFW and features a cameo from John Mayer.
9/13/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: "Wreck-It Ralph" Trailer
For anyone who's ever played a video game at any time in their lives. This movie looks amazing. Check it out below:
9/10/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Big Sean, Jay-Z & Kanye West -- Clique
The 2nd single (in it's entirety) off the G.O.O.D. Music compilation coming Sept. 18, 2012. Ladies and Gentlemen, watch 2.5 Kings go HAM on
9/01/2012
8/30/2012
8/22/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Lupe Fiasco's "Bitch Bad"
Lupe continues to break ground with his new joint, "Bitch Bad". Essentially with stereotypical portrayals of the players in African-American urban life, the clever use of minstrel iconography, and lyrics that are more like a cultural commentary than a song, he cleverly makes the industry and some of us who use the word "bitch" to describe our women freely hold a mirror up to themselves so they can see the cause and effect, and the cycle of destruction around the mentality. Please watch closely:
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: 10 Years Trailer starring Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan-Tatum, Rosario Dawson and many more.
I've been waiting a while for this one. It looks SO good. Channing Tatum is continuing to make some serious power plays.
Rising star Rita Ora gives an electrifying performance on Jonathon Ross
I called it months ago. This girl is going to be huge.
8/21/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN EXCLUSIVE: Brandy -- Wildest Dreams
Don't look now, but I think Brandy may have a smash album on her hands. Here is her second single, "Wildest Dreams"
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN (LADIES ONLY EDITION): Faith Evans, Keke Wyatt, Syleena Johnson, Monifah, Nicci Gilbert, Tamia
Faith Evans -- Tears of Joy
R&B Divas (Faith Evans, Keke Wyatt, Syleena Johnson, Monifah & Nicci Gilbert) -- Lovin Me
Tamia -- Still (Country Version) [SEXYBLACK PICK!!!]
The Q Side: Episode 2 -- STYLE
My boy, Q, keeps it moving with Santigold and Kat Graham.
Don't forget to subscribe!
Don't forget to subscribe!
8/20/2012
The Impossible Trailer
This is apparently based on a true story, and will be playing at the Toronto International Film Festival this year and opening in select cities on December 21. There are, apparently, some phenomenal scenes that put you right in the centre of the tsunami.
8/18/2012
SEXYBLACK SUGAR BEATS WORLD PREMIERE EXCLUSIVE: NASRI -- You Deserve Better Music Video!!!
Ladies and Gentlemen, over the years, I have been blogging about one of my best friends, Nasri, who has achieved great things over the last few years. After helping to revive New Kids On The Block, he has won Grammys writing and producing for Chris Brown and Justin Bieber (along with his partner in crime, Adam Messinger). Not only is he responsible for Justin Bieber's current single, "As Long As You Love Me", and Chris Brown's new single, "Don't Judge Me", Nasri has finally blessed us with his own single, "You Deserve Better".
I know music. It's been my life. It always will be. When I met Nasri, 12 years ago, he was a crazy, young dude. We became fast friends with our common love of music, Monopoly, and the ladies, among other things. He is a genuine soul, a brilliant writer, and one of the best, most unique voices I've heard in years. Anyone who knows me, knows I have an extensive music collection, and lots of favourites. Not many people know that Nasri has at least two songs that are in my top 10 of lyrical masterpieces. If you think you know him from listening to his work with Bieber or Brown, please know that that work is the tip of a VERY deep iceberg. I've heard amazing songs that he's written for himself and others (like Jojo) over the years that were potent enough to evoke the deepest emotions on first listen.
That being said, I've had my hands on this for a few weeks, and have been dying to show you, but he told me I had to wait for the official release. Well that is today!!!! Everyone, I am so proud to present the first video release (since Nasri has gone stateside -- anyway) from Nasri's upcoming EP. Please enjoy "You Deserve Better".
Also, check out Nasri's new website: http://nasrionline.com/
Support Nasri by buying the new single on iTunes!
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/you-deserve-better-single/id553146441
Nasri Bio:
So, Nas also shot the video for "Smooth" last week, so look out for that. Thanks to everyone for checking this out.
- SEXYBLACK
8/15/2012
Ben Schwartz was asked to say some kind words for Emmy Nominee Don Cheadle...
...and the truth came out.
8/14/2012
8/11/2012
TheQside -- Weekly Web Show!!!
My boy, Quddus, has evolved his ever-impressive blog into a weekly web show, and it is EXCELLENT!!!! In the premiere ep, check out interviews with Mateo, DA from Chester French, and Janina Gavankar from True Blood!
Proud of you, man.
Subscribe and tune in weekly.
Subscribe and tune in weekly.
8/10/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Anita Baker, Meelah, Robin Thicke, Vivian Green, Mariah Carey, Rick Ross, Meek Mill
Anita Baker -- Lately (Cover)
Meelah -- I Should Let You Go (Hot)
Robin Thicke -- Another Life (Hot!!) [SEXYBLACK PICK]
Vivian Green -- Anything Out There
Mariah Carey -- Triumphant (Get 'Em) w/ Meek Mill & Rick Ross (HOT!!!!)
8/09/2012
Nikki Flores makes Frank Ocean's "Back To You" look and SOUND better...
Nikki Flores has struck lightning by perfecting perfection. Check out her unofficial Duet version of Frank Ocean's "Back To You"
8/08/2012
8/05/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN EXCLUSIVE: "Enough Said" -- Aaliyah ft. Drake
Word on the street that he is executive producing a new posthumous Aaliyah album. This is the first single. Let me know what you think...
8/03/2012
Ruby Sparks Trailer
My friends over @SceneCreek are saying this is a better use of your money this weekend than Total Recall... what do you think?
Looks good.
8/02/2012
Celeste and Jesse Forever Trailer
Rashida Jones and Andy Samberg star in this great new film that opens in limited screens in Toronto tomorrow.
Who's coming?
7/31/2012
7/27/2012
Tamia performs "Beautiful Surprise" on Fox New York
Nice interview. Great performance. Tamia is still one of the most underrated singers in the game, hands down. Pick up her new album, "Beautiful Surprise" on August 28, 2012.
7/26/2012
7/25/2012
The Messengers (Nasri and Adam) in the Studio with Jason Derulo
Pretty cool beens. Also, for all the true Nasri fans out there, the album is coming. I have seen the first video and it's lookin' pretty tight. Stay tuned.
7/22/2012
7/19/2012
The Great And Powerful Oz Trailer
Disney and acclaimed director Sam Raimi take on the prequel to The Wizard of Oz. Looks pretty good. James Franco, Mila Kunis, Michelle Williams and many others star.
The Best of San Diego Comic-Con CosPlay
Say what you want about geeks, but we (yes, I said "we") are incredibly creative.
7/18/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Jojo, Elle Varner, Mario, Rochelle Jordan, Bei Maejor
Jojo -- Demonstrate
Elle Varner -- I Don't Care (HOT!) [SEXYBLACK PICK!]
Mario -- Recovery
Rochelle Jordan -- Too Long (T-Dot Represent) [HOT!]
Bei Maejor -- Party at the Crib
7/13/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Dan-e-o "Serial Killer"
T-Dot represent. Dan-e-o goes solo this time with his new single "Serial Killer". Accompanied by dark visuals, Dan-e-o speeds up his flow to let other rappers know that they can be "corrected". Check it out:
You can download the single here:
If you want more, Perfeck Strangers (Dan-e-o and Promise) are performing with special guests at the Velvet Underground in Toronto tonight.
SEXYBLACK INTRO: Jennah Bell
I peeped this twinkling star while catching BET Awards highlights. It only took one verse and part of a chorus for me to realize that something REAL was happening. Click play and hear what I mean on "Hammer". Also check out her other joint, "No Matter What (A Mother's Song)". Jennah got next, remember who told you.
Here's some info:
At the young age of 23, Jennah Bell is already a titan of sound. She wields her power with a rare benevolence and just a touch of irreverence. Raised in Oakland, California, and sharpening her chops at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, skilled eclecticism is the hallmark of Jennah’s creed. Perhaps that’s why her music is ferocious, in a quirky, humble way. Her debut EP, Early Bird, deftly alternates influences derived from Bluegrass, Dub, Rock, Funk, and even a bit of Hip-Hop. Jennah’s a whiz with her acoustic guitar, and even unplugged, has the capacity to move audiences to tears.
Dying for more? Check out her site:
7/12/2012
You're So Hot: Part Deux with Dave Franco & Chris Mintz-Plasse
WARNING: Do NOT watch this if you don't have a sense of humour or if you are easily offended. Parental Advisory.
I put Part One that came out last year beneath Part Two. If you've never seen it, watch Part One first... if you care.
Now prepared to be blown away:
Part 1
Nerd Machine presents Trailer Park Heroes starring Jason Biggs, Zach Levy and Aly Michalka (all 3 parts)
Comic-con is this week in San Diego, and all hell is breaking lose!
Trailer Park Heroes -- Part 1
Trailer Park Heroes -- Part 2
Trailer Park Heroes -- Part 3
7/11/2012
Fun Interview with My Boy, Quddus, on Good Day LA
He's a real down dude. And it was his birthday yesterday. I'm proud of you man. Keep it moving.
7/10/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Trey Songz, Frank Ocean, Sammie, Jeremih, R.Kelly, Mint Condition, Keyshia Cole, Lil Wayne, Kelly Rowland
Trey Songz -- Dive In
Frank Ocean -- Pink Matter (w/ Andre 3000) [SEXYBLACK PICK]
Sammie -- Lullaby
Jeremih -- Misunderstood (w/ R. Kelly) [HOT!!!]
Mint Condition -- Believe In Us
Keyshia Cole -- Enough Of No Love (w/ Lil Wayne) [HOT!!]
Kelly Rowland -- Ice (w/ Lil Wayne) [HOT!]
Kelly Rowland -- Ice (w/ Lil Wayne) [HOT!]
Frank Ocean uses "Bad Religion" to change Late Night talk show musical performances FOREVER...
And the winner is.... Jimmy Fallon. Jimmy managed to land Frank Ocean's first EVER TV performance of a moving ballad that had never been heard before last night called "Bad Religion". Since you missed it, SEXYBLACK hooked you up. Thank me later (this is MAJOR).
Frank decided to release his new album a week early exclusively on iTunes. Early reviews call it the album of the year. I'll let you know...
7/08/2012
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Frank Ocean -- "Sweet Life"
Frank Ocean has dropped another gem off his new "Channel Orange" album coming July 17. Check out "Sweet Life"
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