Louisa Wendorff, is an up & coming Nashville Artist who got together with her friend, Devin Dawson to record an AMAZING of Taylor Swift's "Blank Space" & "Style" of her acclaimed "1989" album. Do yourself a favour,... just press play.
12/28/2014
12/24/2014
12/23/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Entourage: The Movie Trailer!!!!!
Oooooh.... it is SO ON!!!! Can't wait for this!
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Teairra Mari returns with her new "Body" video...
Video By Singersroom.com
Dig the song.... nice video. She's fitting to have a big 2015.
12/10/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Mad Max: Fury Road Trailer starring Ed Hardy & Charlize Theron
I've never seen the original but always wanted to. This picture looks HUGE! Who's going?
11/17/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars "Uptown Funk" Video
Not to keen on the song, but I have to admit, the video brings it to life. This kid can do anything.
11/15/2014
This Canadian kid has some of the FRESHEST dunks I've seen in Years!!!
OH CANADA!!!!
Don't mess with the Scorpion!!!
10/19/2014
10/18/2014
Tori Kelly hits us with an acoustic version of Lullaby
Check the skills.
Bonus Tori!!!!
Props to Jeremy Passion
Bonus Tori!!!!
Props to Jeremy Passion
SEXYBLACK THROWBACK: Whitney Houston performing "You Give Good Love" at the 1987 Soul Train Awards
I was 11 years old and about to learn what real singing was...
Nevermind the hair. It was a magical time.
10/09/2014
9/18/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Luke James hits you where it hurts with "Exit Wounds"
Video By Singersroom.com
So.... I've heard the new album, and other than Options, this is the most potent song in the collections and I'm glad it got the video treatment.
I told you that Luke James had next over a year ago. His debut album hits stores in two weeks. Go out and BUY it and support real music, real art, real emotion.... just real. If Options didn't convince you, Exit Wounds will.
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Elle Varner Returns (FINALLY) with "Don't Wanna Dance"
This is my new favorite song. The video is sweet, too.
8/28/2014
SEXYBLACK EXCLUSIVE: SEXYBLACK Interview with NASRI from MAGIC!
As promised, months ago, here is my EXCLUSIVE interview with my boy, Nasri, from MAGIC!
Nasri has been one of my best friends for almost 15 years. This year has been so crazy for him and his bandmates, Magic! In April, before all the Globetrotting, he came home for a showcase. He sat down with me in our normal stomping ground, his basement, and I got the exclusive on how he feels about being a member of a band, what the future holds and even dropped a couple of impromptu performances of NEW Magic! material as well as a piece of a classic Nasri throwback.
Please keep in mind this was at like 1:30 in the morning and we were both dead tired.
Check it out... and don't forget to buy the album "Don't Kill The Magic" on iTunes:
Check out my favourite acoustic performance of "Rude" by Magic!:
Also check out the lyric video for the new single which is also my favorite on the album, "Let Your Hair Down". The video is an ode to God's most wondrous creation, Woman. Ladies, watch until the very end, thank me later:
8/26/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Usher & Nicki Minaj "She Came To Give It To You" Video
Usher returns to R&B... Fresh.
8/21/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Luke James returns with "Dancing In The Dark"
Luke drops another gem to get us ready for his self-titled debut that will be in stores on September 23. Check out "Dancing In The Dark"...
8/18/2014
SEXYBLACK INTRO: Ella Eyre brings the heat with "Comeback"
Ladies & Gentlemen from across the pond, Ella Eyre:
8/17/2014
It's too late to back this film, but check out this Kickstarter video & Kung Fury Trailer
I recently helped to back the Kickstarter, crowd-funded feature film, Wish I Was Here, by Zach Braff & his brother. It was an AMAZING success. It takes the studio influence on the art out of the picture and returns it to the artists. Studios only become engaged in the distribution part, which means we get complete projects that stay true to the artist's vision.
I recently helped fund a Reading Rainbow Outreach campaign by Levar Burton that had a goal of $1,000,000 in 30 days. Because of their video and what they were pledging to do with Reading Rainbow, they reached $2,500,000 in like 3 days. It was crazy!
Wish I Was Here was fantastic, and I can say that I was a part of that success. But to get people involved in your creative idea, you have to be equally creative. It's too late to fund Night of the Living Deb, but this is probably the best Kickstarter Campaign video I have ever seen. Check it out:
Kickstarter success will also bring you Kung Fury:
Hella awesome.
8/15/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Chris Brown returns with some help from his friends, Usher & Rick Ross in the "New Flame" Video
Love this song. Like the video.
8/12/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Sergio Mendes, John Legend, WQRL, Luke James, Johnny Gill, Hi-Five, Tank
Sergio Mendes -- Don't Say Goodbye (ft. John Legend) [NICE!]
Video By Singersroom.com
WQRL (Wingo from Jagged Edge, Q. Parker from 112, RL from Next) -- All I Want Is You [HOTTT!!!]
Video By Singersroom.com
Luke James -- Stay With Me (Sam Smith Cover) [HOTTT!!!]
Video By Singersroom.com
Johnny Gill -- Behind Closed Doors
Hi-Five -- It's Nothing
Video By Singersroom.com
Tank -- Hope This Makes You Love Me [SEXYBLACK PICK]
Video By Singersroom.com
8/10/2014
SEXYBLACK INTRO: Jade Novah sings the perfect Whitney Houston Tribute Medley
This came out of nowhere from newcomer Jade Novah. It's been two years since Whitney left us, but she is alive in this medley. There are big things in Ms. Novah's future and she seems up to the task. Check it out:
7/17/2014
7/04/2014
Kyle Lowry & Gilbert Arenas Coach the BallUp Game
You remember the And 1 Mix Tape videos don't you. Just because they don't make And 1s anymore doesn't mean the madness stops... check it out:
7/03/2014
Mary J. Blige remakes Shalamar's "Night To Remember" for Think Like A Man Too
I loved the original, and I love this one too.
Luke James examines his "Options"
Video By Singersroom.com
Luke James has decided that he wants to make important music. This guy's album needs to drop like yesterday.
7/02/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN SUMMERTIME MEGAPOST: NEW MUSIC from Jagged Edge, Trey Songz, Chris Brown, Usher, Rick Ross, Robin Thicke, Faith Evans, Missy Elliott, Jhene Aiko, Cassandra Lucas, Andreena, Marsha Ambrosius, Dr. Dre, Goapele, Tank, Day 26, Chauncey Black, & Mary J. Blige
Jagged Edge -- Hope (HOTT!!!!)
Chris Brown -- New Flame (w/ Usher & Rick Ross) [HOTTTT!!!!]
Robin Thicke -- Get Her Back (DJ Mustard Remix)
Video By Singersroom.com
Faith Evans -- I Deserve It (w/ Missy Elliott)
Video By Singersroom.com
Jhene Aiko -- To Love And Die
Video By Singersroom.com
Cassandra Lucas (from Changing Faces) -- Let Me Go (HOTTT!!!!)
Video By Singersroom.com
Andreena -- Do It All Again (HOTTT!!!!) [T-Dot Represent!!]
Video By Singersroom.com
Marsha Ambrosius -- Stronger (w/ Dr. Dre) [HOTTT!!!!]
Video By Singersroom.com
Goapele -- Hey Boy
Video By Singersroom.com
Tank -- Stronger (HOT!!!)
Video By Singersroom.com
Day 26 -- Lose Control (Silk Cover) [SEXYBLACK PICK!!!]
Video By Singersroom.com
Chauncey Black -- Headboard Knockin'
Mary J. Blige -- Vegas Nights (ft. The Dream)
Video By Singersroom.com
7/01/2014
Destiny's Child Reunite for Michelle Williams' "Say Yes"
Good to see them back together for this feel good Summer gospel joint.
5/28/2014
5/26/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Denzel Washington stars in "The Equalizer"
I used to watch this show as a kid. Who's going?
5/25/2014
In Case You Missed It: Usher & Adam Levine take on D'Angelo's "Untitled (How Does It Feel)"
Impressive. Usher needs to get back to that R&B for reals.
5/18/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Jay-Z & Beyonce Broke The Internet... Again. Watch the Cinematic Trailer for "Run"
Wow. This is one of the best things I've seen this year. Please let there be a video or movie, or SOMETHING!
5/17/2014
Somehow, the "Annie" Trailer starring Quvenzhané Wallis & Jamie Foxx slipped through the cracks...
This was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid (possibly my favorite). The music alone is worth the price of admission. Thankfully, Will Smith took my director's note and kept Willow out of the title role. This is an all star-cast with what looks to be great modernization of a classic. I can't wait for this one!
5/13/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Meelah, Jazmine Sullivan, Eric Benet, Jazz, Diggy Simmons, Trevor Jackson, Calvin Harris, The Roots, Raheem DeVaughn
Meelah -- Give It To You (w/ Musiq Soulchild) [HOT!]
Jazmin Sullivan -- Dumb (w/ Meek Mill)
Eric Benet -- Almost Paradise (w/ Ailee) [Classic Remake]
Jazz (of Dru Hill) -- Baby Let's Go
Diggy Simmons -- My Girl (w/ Trevor Jackson) [SEXYBLACK PICK]
Calvin Richardson -- We Gon' Love Tonight [HOT!!!]
The Roots -- Tomorrow (w/ Raheem DaVaughn)
5/11/2014
Happy Mother's Day
If my twin brother, Chris, and I were going to take a special Mother's Day photo, it would pretty much go EXACTLY like this:
Mother's Day - watch more funny videos
5/03/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LISTEN: Lil Wayne ft. Drake - "Believe Me"
Says it's a Lil Wayne song, but all I hear is some sick bars from Drizzy. Love this.
4/24/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Magic!'s "Don't Kill The Magic"
My boy, Nasri, is back with his band and a new single. Check out their follow up to their mega-hit "Rude". Here's "Don't Kill The Magic"
4/15/2014
Tori Kelly performs an acoustic version of her beautiful song, "Daydream"
I introduced you to Tori sometime in 2013. She continues to amaze as a songwriter and performer. Equally amazing... why hasn't this girl got a major label deal yet?
You can support fresh, new, beautiful talent and true songwriting and performing by buying her amazing EP here.
3/27/2014
So... Apparently Jhene Aiko has a sister.... her name is Mila J
Here's her new video...
Interesting. Although I'm not a fan of the subject matter. The whole thing has this grown up Aaliyah vibe to it.
3/16/2014
3/09/2014
3/06/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: Sin City: A Dame To Kill For Trailer starring Jessica Alba & Joseph Gordon Levitt
Looks alot like the first one. Will it be better?
3/04/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: Transformers: Age of Extinction Trailer!!!!
I've been waiting to see just how Michael Bay was going to reboot this franchise without any of it's previous stars. Check it out:
Yeah.... I'm there.
3/02/2014
SEXYBLACK INTRO: August Rigo & Lenny De La Pena
I've had my ear on this cat out of Toronto for a good part of a year. He has a great sound. He is out of the T-Dot. Recently, I've reconnected with my boy, Lenny De La Pena. Now back in the day, I knew him as one of the sickest choreographers in Toronto. All achieved through hard work and dedication. Lenny has transcended once again to become one of the newest, freshest video directors on the scene. Lenny is a visionary. He's done a few of August Rigo's videos. This one features Ricky Tillo (Lady Gaga's guitarist). It's called "Call My Name" and it is dope as f$ck. Check it out below:
Think Like A Man Too Trailer starring Kevin Hart, Gabrielle Union & Meagan Good
The first one was good... is the second time a charm?
3/01/2014
Marsha Ambrosius Covers Sade's "Stronger Than Pride"
Still waiting for the album to drop. Check this out in the meantime.
2/13/2014
2/12/2014
SEXYBLACK THROWBACK: De La Soul's "Breakadawn"
Best use of a Michael Jackson sample in 1993 goes to...
These guys have mad flow.
2/05/2014
Childish Gambino covers P.M. Dawn's Classic "Die Without You"
He actually does it justice, but... are you really surprised? This guy is the future.
2/02/2014
SNL wants to remind you that February is Black History Month
I'm available for hugs.
Is it me or did SNL just get blacker... and a little better.
Shout out to Michael McDonald & Darryl Hall.
2/01/2014
The Best of the 2014 SuperBowl Commercials
So, if you're like me, you watch the Super Bowl for the ads and the Halftime show more than the game. I can't bring you the Halftime show (yet), but I can bring you the best of the ads.
Let's kick things off with the commercialization of the Matrix. Kia uses Morpheus to introduce the future of luxury in Kia's "The Truth"
Scarlett Johannsen finally destroys the tyranny of the Coke and Pepsi with this SodaStream spot"
Anna Kendrick's teases what should've been a huge Super Bowl commercial by Newcastle:
SEXYBLACK INTRO: LiV is bringing back the girl group...
I see and hear a lot of TLC and Blaque, and a little Destiny's Child here. They are definitely a group to keep your eyes on. Check out their new single, "LGO" below and let me know what you think...
1/31/2014
1/30/2014
1/25/2014
Reggie Watts' "Get Ready" Music Video
So, I'm just recently learning about Mr. Reggie Watts. And I'm becoming more and more fascinated the more I see him do his thing. He is a very weird dude, but has so much soul. Check out his new video for his soulful "Get Ready" track:
SEXYBLACK RE-INTRO: Naturally 7
With Pentatonix & The Sing-off bringing Acapella back to the forefront, we can't forget about the group that bridged the gap between Boyz II Men, Take 6, and the best of 90's acapella to the hot new groups of today, they are Naturally 7, and although they seem hard to find, they've actually been Hidden in Plain Sight. They have spent the last decade touring with Michael Buble, and dropping an album here and there. They've recently signed with Hidden Beach Records (Jazzy Jeff's label that brought us Jill Scott). Their new album Hidden in Plain Sight drops later this year, and in case you don't know, here's a sampler below to get you familiar. Please understand, not one musical instrument was used to create any sound that you are about to hear, it is all their voices.
1/22/2014
Great New Video for Zo! feat. Eric Roberson & Phonte -- "We Are On The Move"
Foreign Exchange Music keeps coming correct. This is a fabulously simple video that has a crazy vibe. And it's a great song, featuring Eric Roberson and Little Brother & Foreign Exchange's own, Phonte.
Check it out:
1/21/2014
SEXYBLACK FIRST LOOK: The Raid 2
So 3 years ago, I saw this amazing action flick out of Indonesia called The Raid: Redemption. It is intense action and amazing fight choreography. It all takes place in a high rise, and it was incredibly creative.
Now, comes the sequel...check it out...
Who's going?
1/10/2014
SEXYBLACK INTRO: MAGIC!
My boy, Nasri, has a band. They are Magic! They have already achieved a #1 single. They are the future.
Get familiar.
Stay tuned for an exclusive interview with Magic!'s lead singer, Nasri...
...coming soon.
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