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*EXCLUSIVE* Lupe Fiasco On Lasers, To Release New Album & Reveals First Rapping Name


www.thehiphopchronicle.com Sumit of The Hip Hop Chronicle UK (www.thehiphopchronicle.com) sat down with Lupe Fiasco earlier today. Key highlights of the interview: – “The Show Must Go On” was a song chosen by the label to be the first single – “State Run Radio” was a song inspired by Trae The Truth being banned from radio, Lupe says that’s one of his favourite tracks off Lasers. – The first time Waslu met Lupe Fiasco and his reveals his first rapping name, Lyrical Underground. The rapper explains why he still feels lyrically underground. – Lupe also reveals he should release a brand new Japanese Cartoon and new album later this year. Thanks to Atlantic Records

Beyoncé dad Mathew Knowles slams ‘4′ album release strategy

Beyoncé dad Mathew Knowles slams ‘4′ album release strategy
Beyoncé’s father Mathew Knowles criticises the handling of her album 4 ’s release.

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Boundary-defying Neil Young heads to the country on his latest archives release, ‘A Treasure’

Boundary-defying Neil Young heads to the country on his latest archives release, ‘A Treasure’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Neil Young entered the mid-’80s under fire from his record label for making music it said it couldn’t sell and under attack from the IRS for having “too much artistic control.”

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ALLABOUTJAZZ.COM: 210 New Additions to AAJ Upcoming Jazz CD/DVD Release Center

ALLABOUTJAZZ.COM: 210 New Additions to AAJ Upcoming Jazz CD/DVD Release Center
The AAJ Upcoming Jazz Release Center has just been updated with 210 new releases, reissues, imports and DVDs…

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Paquito D’Rivera’s “Panamericana Suite” Due for Nov. 2 Release on MCG Jazz Records

Paquito D’Rivera’s “Panamericana Suite” Due for Nov. 2 Release on MCG Jazz Records
When it comes to creative liaisons, Paquito D’Rivera has few peers in the breadth and range of his musical interests, collaborations, and restless curiosity. But even by his stylistically expansive track record, D’Rivera’s new album “Panamericana Suite” is an extraordinary musical journey for one of jazz’s most acclaimed and popular artists.

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Ohio Gospel Rap Group (Half Mile Home) Draws Praise with New Release

Ohio Gospel Rap Group (Half Mile Home) Draws Praise with New Release
*It’s no secret the state of Ohio has deep roots in Black music. Icons such as the Ohio Players, Roger Troutman & Zapp, Tracy Chapman, Babyface, The O’Jays, Macy Gray, Lakeside, and The Deele have all made their indelible mark on the genres of funk, R&B and soul. The city of Akron itself has contributed [...]

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Eric Clapton set to release new album

Eric Clapton set to release new album
Legendary rock guitarist Eric Clapton has announced that he will release a new record, already his 19th solo studio album, entitled “Clapton,” on Sept. 28 under the Reprise Records music label. The 14-track CD will be co-produced by long-time collaborator Doyle Bramhall II and will feature guest appearances by singer-keyboardist Steve Winwood, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, singer Sheryl Crow …

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Trey Songz Album Release “READY” Exclusive Behind the Scenes with 100.3 the Beat Philly


100.3 Exclusive Behind the scenes look with Atlantic Records artist Trey Songz release his new Album “READY” Get Your Copy Now! www.treysongz.com 100.3 the Beat features artist for “Behind the Beats” where the fan gets the opportunity to meet with their favorite artist up close and personal. In this feature Trey Songz performs a few tracks and sits for a personal Q&A about the artist and his new release. For more info go to http Filmed and edited by Caesar Augustus http:www.augustusfilms.com

Does it bother you that Obama has not and will not release his Educational Records from Columbia University?

What about his paper on how to deal with Soviet Russia? Wouldnt that show us a part of his real view of the world?

Columbia Records Proud to Release Congratulations, the New Studio Album From MGMT

Columbia Records Proud to Release Congratulations, the New Studio Album From MGMT
Columbia Records proudly announces the North American release of Congratulations, the keenly awaited new studio album from MGMT, on Tuesday, April 13.

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