Top 10 To Watch for 09'
<<< Noelle >>>
You may have heard of her without actually knowing it was her. Noelle composed the theme song to Eve's hit show "Eve" and she had a small part in the comedy "Employee of the Month" starring Dane Cook and Jessica Simpson. She's wrote lyrics for artists featured on Dr. Dre's Aftermath label and collaborated with rapper Mike Jones. This talented singer-songwriter hailing from Los Angeles is ready to unleash what she has to offer with her debut "It's Personal", an album consisting of material from her personal experiences. L.A. first got wind of her debut single earlier last summer with the sexy and chic, "Grown Woman". Look out for Noelle because she's destined to make an impact with her debut.
For More: www.myspace.com/noelle
<<< Laura Izibor >>>
We first heard this Dublin, Ireland honey on Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married soundtrack with the soulful MMM. Laura eventually began making her rounds in the soul circuit opening up for acts such as the Roots and Angie Stone. She's currently working on her debut album in hopes of widening her Soul of Ireland across the Atlantic.
For More: www.lauraizibor.com
<<< Brutha >>>
UBG has featured this group for a number of well-conducted interviews but I first got to see who these men were with their hit BET show, From Brothers to Brutha. It's refreshing to see a group of men who actually sing without all the vocal enhancing some producers seem to go to. These men seem to be in it for the long haul and if their self-titled debut is any indication, they'll be here for a long time.
For More: www.myspace.com/thisisbrutha
<<< Syleena Johnson >>>
As one of her songs state, "Where is the Love?" The Chi-town native has been consistent in keeping her material as real as it can be. Yet, she still gets no love from black radio due to politics and popularity contests. This woman here has released albums that speak to the troubled heart. Chapter 4: Labor Pains is the latest in her series and she gets even deeper. One song people should pay close attention to is "Is It Because I'm Black" where she boldly takes on those who hold her back because of skin color.
For More: www.myspace.com/syleenajohnson
<<< CJ >>>
I first caught wind of CJ while playing Grand Theft Auto IV of all things. His song "I Want You" was featured on their VIBE radio compilation from the video game series and I've been a fan since. For this young Baltimore native to be 18 years old, he's showing some of those who are much older than him how it should be done. This young Marvin in training is not only a talented singer, but a gifted songwriter as well. CJ is currently signed to Capitol Records and look for his debut to drop sometime in 2009.
For More: www.myspace.com/cjcapitalrecords
<<< Christina Milian >>>
Now signed to MySpace Records after departing from Def Jam; R&B singer Christina Milian is ready to reign on top once again in 2009. Her first single "Us Against The World" is already off with a great start! The video was directed by Ray Kay and features Christina in the desert in an Adam and Eve like tale. Determined to not let anyone hold her down, Christina feels it's time to get back out there and do what she loves best...music! The new album "Dream In Color" will drop this April.
For More: www.myspace.com/christinamilian
<<< JoJo >>>
"All I Want is Everything," is the new album title from JoJo, set to drop this Spring on Interscope. JoJo is currently finishing the film "True Confessions of A Hollywood Starlet" for Lifetime, set to air later this year. The first single from the new album is expected in February. Producers on "All I Want" include Danja, Tank, Brian Michael Cox, J.R. Rotem, Marsha Ambrosius & more. JoJo calls this album her most personal yet and wrote most of the tracks for it. The title track "All I Want is Everything" is an inspirational anthem. Be on the look-out for JoJo to set it off for the 09!
For More: www.myspace.com/jojoonline
<<< Toni Braxton >>>
Currently signed to Atlantic Records, the former first lady of LaFace will drop her first album in 4 years this spring. The lead single, the Rodney Jerkins penned "Get Loose" is already getting great reviews. Other producers on Toni's new album "Pulse" include Babyface, The Underdogs, Soulshock & Karlin, Claude Kelly, The Clutch & more. Hip-Hop's man of the moment Lil Wayne will also make an appearance on the disc on the track "Touch me (There)." Never one to disappoint, Toni's album is one of the most anticipated this year!
For More: www.myspace.com/tonibraxton
<<< LeToya >>>
Capitol Music Group recording artist LeToya will release her sophomore release "Lady Love" this Spring. Lead by the single "Not Anymore" written by Ne-Yo. Producers for the set include The-Dream, Brian Michael Cox, Polo Da Don, Adonis, Tim & Bob, Babyface and more. Since releasing her debut solo release in 2006, LeToya has been busy with recording new music as well as acting. LeToya starred in the touring play Rumors last year and is set to make her big screen debut in the film "The Preachers Kid" this year. Not one to let anything or anyone hold her down, LeToya's 2009 looks as if it will be another successful year for her.
For More: www.myspace.com/letoya
<<< Whitney Houston >>>
This year "The Voice" will finally release her first album in six years. Whitney Houston will preview tracks from her new album in February at Clive Davis' legendary Pre-Grammy party in Los Angeles. Rumors about the release have been surfacing for years now, however Arista and Clive are now making the release information official. The album is due in April and features production from R Kelly, Akon, Ne-Yo, The Underdogs, John Legend and more. The first single is expected at the end of February and is said to be a ballad. Whitney's as of now untitled album is truly going to be a come back for the singer & we're so excited we're counting down the days...
For More: www.myspace.com/whitneyhouston
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