I know this is “old” now (when speaking in blog terms) but considering that this actual blog is new and that the song is #2 on the countdown (results to the right) I figured to post it in case you haven’t seen it yet.

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Electrik Red are a group signed under The Dream/Tricky Stewart’s production label Radio Killa Records through Def Jam Records. The two lead singers, Naomi Allen & Sarah Rosete hail from The Megacity and have been putting in work as professional dancers & video models from time (Usher, Janet, Mariah, Choclair, Ludacris, the Dream Girls movie). If you’re a fan of The Dream & Tricky Stewart’s slick, futuristic production then this album is a key piece to own. Their debut album “How To Be A Lady Vol.1” is in stores now!

Go show some love to our girl tonight!!! Happy b-day:)

Cali blessed the stage last week at the launch party! Here’s his interview with Ty.

Previously: Cityonmyback.com Launch Party Pics

It seems like the backlash is finally kicking into effect. Too much TV coverage, too much print coverage, even too many online discussions apparently. At first I had a list of blogs and media outlets giving opinion pieces on why Jackson was overrated and really not the special talent that they feel some are making him out to be. Then I thought… why on Earth would I want to drive traffic to their sites due to their half-baked ideas, attention-baiting claims and un-researched “facts?” If you really want to seek them out, go ahead and Google the words “why is Michael Jackson important” and try not to throw anything at the screen.

There’s a reason why Jackson was more important than 99.9% of his fellow artists. Actually, I can think of ten. And if you’re so inclined, I’ll share some with you.

Thriller. Let’s start with the most obvious. To this day it’s still considered the benchmark for the quintessential classic album. Seven successful singles on a nine track LP, genre-defining videos and a Guinness Book World Record of 110 million copies sold (double that of its nearest competitor). But what about the music itself? While most of his peers struggled to come to terms with a post-Disco landscape, some wallowing in empty electronic and soulless synth, Jackson shrewdly strode the line between Funk, Rock and R&B. Thriller was a clinic course in crossover fusion. Perhaps the most vital element of the album however was its ability to distinctly set MJ apart from other musicians. His sound and style were starkly unique and defined his music from this moment on and for the better part of his career.

He saved the music industry. It wasn’t just about the music and sales of the album, it was also the impact it had on music commerce in general. Thriller hit shelves in 1982 during one of the worst post-war recessions in the US. The music industry was flailing, but its release helped spark an immediate repatriation between casual consumers and music stores. Previously, entertainment had been an afterthought in their budget, but as the LP’s buzz and critical acclaim roared unchallenged, it suddenly became an essential item in the home rather than a luxury. Once back in the stores, people weren’t just picking up Jackson’s album, they were picking up others as well. The commercial stimulus was enough to keep the industry afloat until the recession passed.

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JB talks about his single/video “Good In The Hood” feat. Nicole Wray & Quinn Maybach and breaks down some Toronto hip-hop history!

JB – Good In The Hood (VIDEO) (Dir. by Cazhmere)

Previously: Cityonmyback.com Launch Party Pics

Seen on 2DB.

We’ve seen studio footage of this record being recorded, now we get the official version. Off Ms. Fiona’s upcoming mixtape, WQST Radio Presents Melanie Fiona Meets The Illadelphonics (A Live Remix Jam Session of The Bridge). Featuring Mel on vocals, ?uestlove on the drums, Adam Blackstone on bass, Randy Bowland on guitar and Eric Wortham on Keys.

Melanie Fiona & The Illadelphonics – Ay Yo

Spotted at NR. Cameos from Bishop and I think I saw Peter Jackson in the cut.

From Peter Jackson himself. Not too much in here but there’s a couple clips of the soon to be released video for “Paper Boy”. If you look closely there is a Joe Budden sighting also lol.

Peter Jackson – Paper Boy feat. Royce Da 5’9