The exchange began after Thornton tweeted, using the Twitter handles for, respectively, Eric Benet, Brown, Halle Berry, and Rihanna, “I’m just sittin here Thinking how can n—-s like @ebenet & @ChrisBrown disrespect women as Intelligent as @HalleBerry11 [and] @Rihanna.” Brown quickly tweeted in response, “@razb2k, n—- you want attention! Grow up n—-!!! D— in da booty a– lil boy,” and followed up with several tweets taunting Thornton over his accusations that he was molested by his ex-manager and one of his former group mates. Thornton replied by accusing Brown of being on the down-low (i.e. in the closet).
@razb2k you have a lower back tattoo that says "different strokes"2:55 PM Dec 29th via web Retweeted by 100+ people
RT @chrisbrown @razb2k I was minding my damn business and Peter pan decides to pop off!!!
The former B2K singer and Brown become embroiled in a feud earlier this week after Raz-B posted a message on Twitter.com taking aim at his rival's doomed romance with Rihanna.
The Kiss Kiss hit-maker, who split from the Umbrella beauty in 2009 after a violent bust-up, hit back with an offensive comment about Raz-B's past, when the singer claimed to have been the victim of sexual assault during his time in B2K, writing, "Tell me this... Why when the money was coming in u won't complaining (sic) about getting butt plugged!"
The barbs escalated, with Raz-B, real name De'Mario Thornton, accusing Brown of being a "homophobe" - an allegation the singer swiftly denied. Brown has since apologized to his fellow chart star for his remarks and Raz-B has now admitted his own remorse over the exchange.
He tells TMZ.com, "I want to publicly apologize for my direct attacks done out of anger. This is now about taking the right approach, so not only my story can be heard, but so someone learns something valuable. Standing up for yourself does not mean yelling or victimizing others and I sincerely apologize for that. I was told that 'you can't hear my message if I'm screaming.'" Raz B steps out in Los Angeles to launch his own milkshake at Millions of Milkshakes. Guess this is typical behavior for a struggling artist. Why did Chris Brown entertain Raz B's foolishness? See Pictures Below:
Have we had enough of Raz B? I guess he is still hanging from the window seal just barely being scene.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Hook Up for Her First Music Video......
Pics above are of Kim showing off a head full of braids as she left a gym in Los Angeles, California on Thursday, December 30th, 2010.
Kim Kardashian makes sure she enters the music game with bang. Already securing The-Dream as one of her production crew, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" beauty is now preparing a music video for her upcoming debut single with none other than rap mogul Kanye West.
They did the filming in a closed set on December 28 in Los Angeles with certified music video director Hype Williams sitting behind the lens, according to TMZ. Kim and Kanye reportedly arrived and left the set separately. She tweeted, "OMG u guys have no idea what I'm doing today! You are gonna DIE!!!!"
Working title and release date for the album haven't been revealed. Other people involved in the making of the album, which is rumored to be a pop record, remain under wraps as well. But a source assured fans that "Kim actually has a great singing voice." The insider told Just Jared, "Everyone will be really surprised by it."
It was bound to happen. Whether we like it or not!
The Video Shake below alot of people are suggesting it's a Kim Demo but on Kim's website, she says that it's not her. So I dont know. Sounds like it could be with the help from her friend Mr. Auto-Tune.
This video was posted in 2009. But I wanted to share this with those that may have not seen it.
It's a cute video
NICKI MINAJ AND OMARION TALK DIRTY IN NYC
Foxy asked “Why you keep on giving props to Kim? She don’t like you, she be dissin’ you…” Another source says Foxy never said that!!
It was only a matter of time before Foxy Brown took shots at the Barbie. Though not blatant, Foxy raps a verse over Gyptians “Hold Yuh” where she says: ”Bad Gyal We Nuh Wear Pink Hair”
I’m getting more info on this Foxy Brown stuff and I just got word from the streets that the WAR OF THE SUMMER is about to go down!!! This is exactly the words my sources used….WAR of the SUMMER. FOX BOOGIE VERSUS NICKI MINAJ!!! From what I understand, Foxy was shocked when Nicki remade TWO of her hit songs without paying homage, but let it go, since they were supposedly cool. It seems like the “streets” have helped fuel this one, everything from saying Nicki’s biting to her supposedly being Trini. Everybody knows Foxy's Trinidadian, but it doesn’t seem that Nicki is. So, the latest is that Foxy is in the studio recording her new album now and he’s going all out. On top of it, it seems that people in the camp fee; that Nicki has swiped Foxy's hardcore dancehall flow on a pair of reggae-tinged songs. They even feel that the Foxy's ADLIBS like “WO” have been borrowed! Now, it seems that all of this has gotten the Brooklyn Don Diva's Gucci panties in a bunch! I don’t have the song yet, but I heard Foxy is going to go IN on Nicki! WOW! I wonder if Nicki’s going to respond!!!!
I was asked to post Nicki Minaj interview with Angie Martinez only to be fair....So here it is!!
Nicki Minaj waited for the perfect time to speak on Lil’ Kim…Album release time! During an interview with Angie Martinez in the Hot 97 VIP lounge head Barbie Nicki went in, finally commenting on her beef with “The Queen.”
Nicki’s recent single “Roman’s Revenge” sparked a world of controversy for its subliminal shots at Kim. ”Yeah, I said it has-been, hang it up–flat screen” was just one of the many references to the Queen Bee. Lil’ Kim has picked at Nicki for some time, without response but that’s all over. Nicki Minaj truly went in on Lil’ Kim and I think she may have started the next big rap beef!
“[Kim] just really jumped out of the window and you got to be careful when you pick fights. That’s what I learned in this business. You just never know. I think people get me mistaken wiht like a real Barbie… they forget where I’m from. If i have to revert back I can, and I will. Don’t play with me. I respect you and love you. I’ve said it in every interview, time and time again. And if that’s not good enough for you mama, then it’s something deep rooted in you. Something is bothering you inside….”
“She picked a fight with Foxy, she picked a fight with Eve, then she picked a fight with Remy…Everytime you’re in the news it’s cause you getting at somebody”
“Put your music out and when I see your name on Billboard that’s when I’ll respond to you. Other than that. Goodbye!”
“And that doesn’t take away from the respect I have for you. You know when a mom got to beat you and she says this is going to hurt me more than it hurts you.”
Nicki goes on to say she asked LIl’ Kim during a Lil’ Wayne tour if there was a problem, and Kim responded “no” and asked to take a picture with her.
Foxy asked “Why you keep on giving props to Kim? She don’t like you, she be dissin’ you…”
Nicki thinks it’s because of her new found success.
“When you become competition people go wait”!
“You’re going to go down in history as a sore loser!”
Does Nicki Minaj really have what it takes to put Lil’ Kim out of the game???
This is a photo of Amber Rose (Amber Levonchuck) at the age of 5. Looks like a nerdy little boy, doesnt it? Well there have been a few speculations that Amber Rose was genetically born male or intersexed.
It doesn't help her much that her ex-girlfriend Tiffany a.k.a.Trevon was featured on a show called Aggressives some years back.
TIFFANY has grown up in NYC’s West Village and is a pioneer in a new realm of gender and sexual identity. “I’m not a lesbian if I date transgender women and have straight sex with them.” Tiffany dates transvestites.
Remember Trey Songz Tranny, Amiyah Mizrahi or as others know her, Amiyah Scott. Her and Amber Rose were close friends growing up. Amber only hung out with Trannys. Im not saying hanging out with Trannys makes you a Tranny but all fingers are pointing to YES!
Here is a picture of Amiyah, Amber and TZ.
Also the whole Kanye West and Amber Relationship makes sense....Cause we all know Kanye is one of the Biggest Gay Fish in the Hip Hop Industry. Kanye was so infatuated with Amber, sending her gifts of gold and diamonds. All that glitters is what made her decision a much easier one. The 18 million dollar gag agreement between the two also makes sense now. Check out her body in this dress!
Come on....Have you noticed how far Amber's belly button is from her private region? A little far for a female.
Dez is also suspect!! Man hands!!
Don't say I am a hater because I actually think Amber is a beauty.
This post below was taken from another blog which makes a good point.
Stage Name: Amber Rose
Honestly speaking, Amber Rose was born as an androgynous female. Her ex-girlfriend was born as an androgynous feMale (hermaphrodites). The music video below is an psychoanalysis of Kayne West "Love Lock Down". It gives an amazing view, that’s often over looked, as one view music videos. In this video, Kayne West struggles with his attraction to a androgynous male (and/or female). The two giant "strange women with markings" on them, are images of an androgynous female. Hollywood is filled with them. The ones who escaped jail time are surely glamorizing their ways of doing so, through music videos, extremely suggestive photo spreads and live performances. To view these strange women who bare the markings, scroll over to mark 7:25...
Lil Kim has warned that Nicki's past will soon catch up with her. The rapper Lil Kim also admitted that she was used and setup by cash money to ensure that Nicki's career would take off:
Fans of both Lil Kim and Nicki Minaj know that there is a feud of sorts that currently exists between the two female rap stars. Both rappers have been interviewed and given their side of the story, but according to a new report, Lil Kim said in a recent interview that she was once affiliated with Cash Money, and even recorded with Minaj.
READ ON.....
People don't know this, me and [Cash Money co-CEO] Slim were very good friends. Very good friends for four or five years and I was over with Cash Money and them. Slim [labelhead of Cash Money Records] was putting me in the studio... I was in a couple of their sessions... So my thing is, I was getting ready to be allies and in their family. I didn't have a problem with that. My whole thing was as a business woman, this would be good for people to see me with her. It would be good for her, to see that I'm willing to come over and rock with you. I don't have no beef with you shorty at the end of the day. Beef is serious...They kind of used me to stamp it, because they knew that they were gonna kinda steal my swag. If you are going to steal my swag you gonna have to pay. Something gotta give. You help me, I help you. That's how it goes to me.
My thing is this: I haven't been doing music like that for a second and I looked at her buzz as a way in for me. I'm like, 'OK, this is a good thing. This a way for me to kind of come back in.' " She went on to say: "I saw her coming up. I saw her coming in the game, like, 'All you chicks that been in the game for 10 years, move over. Y'all need to sit down.' And this and that. I thought that was disrespectful."
Lil Kim concluded: "I'm not looking for beef. I'm not looking for someone to start a war with. That's not me. That's not what I do."
Despite the controversy surrounding the new album being put out by the estate of Michael Jackson, producers of the album have tapped Akon and 50 Cent for guest appearances.
Check out the Sample Video and the difference in voices.
On the new album, Michael, 50 Cent and Akon seem to be the only artists asked to be a feature on the album, although a letter was issued by Michael's attorney stating that production for some of the music will be done by veteran super producer Teddy Riley. "As the Michael album was being put together, it was decided to bring Teddy Riley on board to work on several songs, including "Breaking News," a song Michael recorded with Eddie Cascio and James Porte in late 2007 while living at the Cascio family home with his children," Howard Weitzman, Esq. Attorney for the Estate Of Michael Jackson wrote in a letter. "Riley produced and submitted "Breaking News" to Sony for inclusion on the album."
As previously reported, the family of Michael Jackson is complaining stating that the vocals on the upcoming album, is not that of Michael Jackson.
To clarify the complaint, Howard Weitzman issues a stamen clarifying the issue: "The Cascio tracks were also played for two very prominent persons in the music industry who played crucial roles in Michael's career. Both of these individuals believed that the lead vocals were Michael's," Weitzman continued in the letter. "Just to be absolutely certain, I also contacted Jason Malachi, a young singer who some persons had wrongfully alleged was a "sound-alike" singer that was hired to sing on the Cascio tracks, and I confirmed that he had no involvement with this project whatsoever."
Michael is due in stores December 14.
Here's the tracklist:
01. Breaking News
02. Hold My Hand Ft. Akon
03. Hollywood Tonight
04. Keep Your Head Up
05. (I Like) The Way You Love Me
06. Monster Ft. 50 Cent
07. Best Of Joy
08. (I Can't Make It) Another Day
09. Behind The Mask
10. Much Too Soon
I found this review from a buyer which I thought was very helpful...
Check it out:
Review By Nick Danger
The Noughties were a sad and strange decade for the King of Pop. Bookended with two extravagant artistic endeavors- the release of his tenth album `Invincible' in 2001 & the announcement and run into what would have been the `This Is It' comeback residency in London- 50 record breaking sold out shows beginning on 13th July 2009. For the most of the decade MJ did not release any new music nor perform any shows. This was partly enforced by his court trial and recovery from it, but also due to his monetary problems and continued need to secure financial backing from outside sources. Of course we now know the greatest entertainer who ever lived also had a very serious drug problem.
One thing that was clear over the last eight years of MJ's life- despite the absence of a new album he continued to write & record music right up to and including the time of rehearsals for This Is It. Most notably with Black Eyed Peas head honcho will.i.am in Las Vegas & Ireland circa 2007. In interviews of the time the pair spoke of their aims for the collaboration and Will, of how the material sounded like an `Off The Wall for the new century'. It's worth noting that Michael was never one to release anything less than what he viewed as perfect. Unlike his most notable contemporary- Prince who adopts a much less constricted mindset and continues to release 10 x the amount of music that MJ did. Of course it was this type of restraint & artistic focus that had a part in creating Michael's legend and made his album releases landmark global events.
After the below par performance of `Invincible' in the west (partly due to Sony not supporting it, partly due to a decrease in MJ's US fanbase) the follow up would have to be no less than a masterpiece. Not only that but in typical MJ style; - its arrival bigger and more extravagant than what had gone before. Unfortunately that day never came. Following Michael's death he once again became the highest selling recording artist of the year and went on to sell a staggering 35 million albums worldwide in the 12 months after his passing. In light of this Sony struck a deal with the Jackson estate paying them a record breaking 250 million dollars to retain the distribution rights to MJ's music and together with the estate periodically release 10 new projects including compilations of previously unheard material up until 2017.
Aside from the tragedy of the world losing an artistic visionary, musical genius and an often misunderstood but gentle soul who cared about the preservation of the planet, Michael's passing could not have come at a worse time. This Is It did not make the opening night yet it would appear from the film he was in good form and that the gloved one combined with the OTT stage show would have made for something truly spectacular. Whether or not he was in good enough shape to complete 50 shows is another matter. The concerts would likely have been followed by a new album which at the time of the singer's death fans had already been patiently waiting eight years for.
It was not to be but MJ did leave behind recordings of many new songs in various states of completion - some of which would have been used for that 11th album. For the release of `Michael' the Jackson estate and Sony worked together to compile an album of material ranging in vintage from 1981-2009, claiming fans would `hear the songs he most recently created along with tracks that Michael had a desire to bring to fruition.' Various musicians were hired to perform on some of the unfinished songs and the final mix was executed by longtime MJ collaborator Teddy Riley. At long last, the album that never was is finally here... or is it?
Review
Hold My Hand (Duet with Akon) (3:34)
Written by Aliaune Thiam, Giorgio Tuinfort, Claude Kelly
Produced by Akon, Giorgio Tuinfort & Michael Jackson
Originally recorded in Las Vegas circa 2008 with the intention to be included on Akon's then upcoming album `Freedom', HMH was leaked to the internet the same year. The estate now tell us MJ actually intended this song to be the lead single for his next studio album. Whatever the case HMH is a laid back anthem with a simple message of love, unity and peace. Essentially a sing-along ballad intended for mass appeal which despite being a duet actually features more of Akon than MJ with the only lead vocals from Michael being the first verse. Despite MJ taking the backseat to Akon this dynamic actually works quite well. Akon went into the studio late this year to finish up vocals on this new version and the track climaxes with a choir sung chorus & hand claps. 8/10
Hollywood Tonight (4:31)
Written by Michael Jackson, Brad Buxer/Spoken Bridge Written by Teddy Riley
Produced by Teddy Riley, Michael Jackson/Co-Produced by Theron "Neff-U" Feemster
Invincible leftover the estate claim MJ resurrected in 2007 to work on again. This one's a banger that demands you blast your speakers and is all about a girl who leaves behind humble origins to pursue dreams of stardom in Tinseltown. HT starts off with MJ beatboxing prior to delivering the first verse- `Lipstick in hand, Tahitian tanned, in her painted on jeans. She dreams of fame, She changed her name, To one that fits the movie screen - She's headed for the big time, that means...' then it's straight into a huge chorus that upon first listen becomes ingrained in your head. It all sounds great but in the absence of a bridge after the second chorus the song loses momentum and to fill the gap we get a spoken bridge by Riley that comes off slightly camp and ultimately detracts from the songs impact. Instead of the spoken bridge HT would have worked much better with a rap section. Clearly an unfinished track that shouldn't be on here, despite this it's still quite good and contains some of the old magic. 7/10
Keep Your Head Up (4:52)
Allegedly Written by Michael Jackson, Eddie Cascio, James Porte
Produced by C "Tricky" Stewart, Angelikson, and allegedly Michael Jackson
In the 1980's Dominic Cascio worked at regular Michael Jackson haunt the New York Palace Hotel managing apartment suites. Upon meeting Dominic, MJ enquired if he was married, if he had any kids and that he would love to meet them. This encounter created a secret 25 year friendship between MJ and the Cascio family where MJ would often visit the Cascios whenever near their home in New Jersey, referring to them as his second family. In 2007 MJ stayed over at the Cascio home as he often did, and it was reported he was recording at their home studio. Fast fwd to the days following the 25/6/09 and the Cascios registered a number of songs as the work of Michael Jackson. Let's get straight to the point here- THE LEAD VOCALS ON THIS SONG AND THE TWO OTHER CASCIO SONGS ARE NOT MICHAEL JACKSON. Instead the Cascios, the estate or Sony hired an imitator to sing on these songs as at the time of his passing, as one can only assume most, if not all of these songs he allegedly recorded with the Cascio's in 2007 did not feature vocals. Obviously done so the Cascios can profit & the estate / Sony can release as many `Michael Jackson albums' as possible by mixing genuine tracks with fakes. Here's an entry from Taryll Jackson's (MJ's nephew) Twitter page on Tuesday 7th December 2010--- "I remember when Teddy and I were at Encore listening to KYHU. We both knew it wasn't my Uncle. He stopped working on it because (and I quote) "it didn't sound enough like Michael. Michael doesn't swing like that." He also said he was only working on the Cascio records in hopes that he would eventually be given a "real Michael Jackson song." As he knows, I never agreed with that logic. I'll never forget when Teddy called me telling me, "I'm so excited, I finally got a 'Michael record.' It's called Hollywood Tonight and it's him." ---There's nothing you can really say about this situation except that it's a travesty that those in control of MJ's estate only care about money. Some fans will choose to believe that the Cascio tracks are in fact MJ, but they obviously don't know his voice well enough. Even the best MJ impersonator and likely guilty party here- Jason Malachi cannot fool the real fans. No one can sing exactly like MJ except the man himself. What is it the kids say these days... EPIC FAIL. 0/10
(I Like) The Way You Love Me (4:35)
Written by Michael Jackson
Produced by Theron "Neff-U" Feemster, Michael Jackson
Originally appearing on 2004's The Ultimate Collection in demo form, this version of the TWYLM sounds complete and features more instrumentation inc piano & flute and beefed up backing vocals. The demo was great but this new finished version is sublime and sounds finished. As such this is perhaps one of the rare occasions on `Michael' were the studio effects and wizardry of the producer, in this case- Neff-U, have made a considerable difference for the better and transformed a demo into a fully realized song without losing the demos original impact and flavour. A lot of this is probably due to the demo vocals being mostly complete. One of the albums standout tracks- a sweet, understated, romantic masterpiece. 10/10
Monster (Ft. 50 Cent & Orianthi) (5:06)
Allegedly written by Michael Jackson, Eddie Cascio, James Porte/Rap Lyrics Written by Curtis Jackson
Produced by Teddy Riley, Angelikson, and Michael Jackson, allegedly
Another Cascio penned abomination ft. the vocals of an impersonator Sony would have you believe is Michael Jackson. It sounds like a Lady Gaga cast off and the whole thing is a mess. The vocal impersonation is not even close this time- it's clearly not MJ and sounds EXACTLY like Jason Malachi-see youtube. 50 Cent is crap here and as `MJ' returns he sings `Why did you take it, why did you fake it' why indeed. Finally fans of guitar goddess Orianthi who hoped to hear her shredding a Beat It style solo on `Michael' are left scratching their heads as her contribution to the end of the song is mixed so low she is barely audible. Embarrassing for all parties involved, except of course the impersonator who got paid and remains anonymous. 0/10
Best of Joy (3:03)
Written by Michael Jackson
Produced by Theron "Neff-U" Feemster, Michael Jackson
Co-Produced by Brad Buxer
One of MJ's final recordings which he planned to continue work on in the summer of 2009 whilst in London for This Is It and debut during the shows. In light of this and the quality of the song itself, this is undoubtedly the albums most potent track. Some rumors suggest that in his final years MJ intended to move away from writing angry songs that focused on his frustrations and more towards tracks that simply expressed the joy of music like this one. You wonder how many complete vocal tracks MJ left behind from his final years. Assuming there is more than just Best of Joy, had the estate put out an album of material solely recorded in last few years and in this vein we'd possibly be listening to the greatest Michael Jackson album ever right now. Vocally, when you put this next to the Cascio songs there is just no comparison;- it's like trying to pass off a chocolate coin wrapper as solid gold. Pure MJ magic. 10/10
Breaking News (4:15)
Allegedly Written by Michael Jackson, Eddie Cascio, James Porte
Produced by Teddy Riley, Angelikson, allegedly Michael Jackson
This was the first track from `Michael' to be streamed online. Monday 8th November was the day the s**t hit the fan. Prior to the song going live members within the Jackson family claimed some of the tracks on the album were not sung by MJ and instead featured the vocals of an impersonator but no one in the fan community really took them seriously. Once the song was posted it became clear we were not hearing the voice of MJ and the Jacksons were telling the truth. In contrast to the other two fakes, these lyrics actually sound a lot like something MJ would have written and musically the songs falls within familiar New Jack Swing territory. The vocal trickery is more cunning here;- the lead vocal is sung by the impersonator- most say Jason Malachi, some James Porte, whoever it is it's not Michael Jackson. But real MJ vocals in the form of breaths and ad libs from previous albums have been cut and pasted in amongst the main vocal in an attempt to trick the listener. What we are left with is a song that is clearly not sung by MJ, but not only that- sounds strangely synthetic and overly processed. Additionally the production is uninspired and it sounds like there is a glitch at 0:44. The song itself is not bad and the best of the three fakes. Had MJ actually recorded this he would have made it 10x better but as this is not him the song is worthless and should not be included. We know they are lying about who is singing these songs, so why should we even believe that MJ wrote them unless they can produce hand written lyric sheets which can then be verified by independent forensic handwriting experts? These songs were not registered until after the singer's death so it's possible that they were entirely written / recorded after his passing.
0/10
(I Can't Make It) Another Day (3:55)
Written by Lenny Kravitz
Produced by Lenny Kravitz
Co-Produced by Michael Jackson
Invincible leftover that leaked in January of this year. Written by Lenny Kravitz AD is a rock track about MJ's relationship with god, tho it can be interpreted in more than one way. Lenny re-recorded a more subdued take on the song with Jay Z entitled `Storm' which appeared on his 2004 album Baptism, needless it does not compare to the MJ version. This year Lenny headed back into the studio to finish the song adding new guitars, drums & vocals. It was clear upon first listen back in January that AD was a great song, but sadly this final version is not as good as the original. The funk styled Bass lines on the verse sections are good but the new guitar parts on the chorus detract from its impact and the riff sounds like it is ripped off from Led Zepp's `Moby Dick'. This aside, the power and quality of the song still shine through and AD stands as a modern MJ classic. 9/10
Behind The Mask (5:03)
Written by Michael Jackson, Chris Mosdell, Ryuichi Sakamoto
Produced by Michael Jackson, John McClain
Originally appearing on Yellow Magic Orchestra's 1979 album Sold State Survivor, BTM is a cute Electropop track ft. robot vocals and cryptic lyrics. During the Thriller sessions MJ recorded a new version of the song with extra lyrics he had written about a two timing woman but legal difficulties prevented the songs release. Gregg Phillinganes (MJ/Eric Clapton keyboards) released a cover of the MJ version on his 1985 album `Pulse' and later Eric Clapton released the second cover of the MJ version on his 1986 album `August'. Here for the first time the original MJ version is unveiled with an updated sound that retains a 1980's flavour (robot vocals/saxophone) while still sounding current. The track begins with crowd chants of -Michael- from the live broadcast Bucharest date of the Dangerous world tour on October 1st 1992. The crowd sounds bring a nice ambience to the start of the track, but when they return later on as MJ interacts with the audience they are unnecessary and spoil the song a little. Overall this is a pretty good but of the 7 genuine tracks this is the weakest and there's no way MJ would have released this on a future album. 6/10
Much Too Soon (2:49)
Written by Michael Jackson
Produced by Michael Jackson, John McClain
Ending on a Thriller outtake, Much Too Soon is a tender acoustic ballad ft. a string section, harmonica and gentle backing vocals. Coming in at under three minutes this one is short and sweet. On MTS the introspective/sensitive side of MJ's personality is on display similar to She's Out of My Life. Like BOF & TWYLM this one is another beautiful track but one minor complaint is that at 1:58 a slight crackle can be detected which really should have been removed and suggests a lazy production job. 8/10
So what are we actually getting here? The answer is- 2 new songs, 2 Invincible leftovers, 1 previously released song, 2 Thriller era leftovers and 3 songs that feature the vocals of an impersonator. Are we to really believe that MJ was at one point working on this set of tracks as his next studio album? This is what the estate are telling us in the `Michael' press release, but since they are also telling us it's The King of Pop who is singing on the three Cascio tracks I think this can be safely dismissed as fantasy. It was well known that it his final years MJ had been working with modern day Pop/R&B hitmakers such as Akon, Neyo & will.i.am and was always re-iterating to them how the music they created together had to represent an new level greatness and be bigger and better than anything that had previously been done. MJ was always the guy who wanted to scale new heights and break boundaries to create something unique and spectacular. Why then would he want to resurrect a one dimensional, Thriller era leftover such as BTM? There's no way MJ intended this set of songs or anything similar to this to be his next studio album if for no other reason that as a collection of tracks `Michael' is nowhere near as strong as any previous album.
Considering the absence of stronger unreleased post-Invincible material such as `Xscape', and the inclusion of a previously released song & discarded early 80's tracks, it's clear that Sony had no intention of compiling the closest representation of MJ's next studio album, or even the best album of unreleased material they could. Instead it would appear their plan is to drip feed us what new music MJ did leave behind over as many releases as possible alongside 20 yr old leftovers & songs which MJ may or may not have written featuring the vocals on an impersonator (word has it the Cascio's turned over 12 songs to the estate). Not collecting all the strongest unreleased Noughties material on one album was to be expected, but the fact that several of these songs feature the vocals of an impersonator/s which the estate claim to be Michael is one step too far. It is an insult to the fans and MJ's legacy. In light of this latest seedy development it's no wonder MJ himself had such disdain for Sony, but I don't think anyone would have thought they'd sink this low.
Sony and the estate claim to have hired audio experts who analyzed the tracks fans accused of featuring an impersonator. These experts supposedly confirmed the vocals on the tracks to be MJ. But since Sony have issued no proof of this occurrence we can consider this news as worthless as the Cascio songs. Even without the multiple testimonials from the Jacksons claiming the Cascio songs to be fake, the vocals on these tracks are instantly recognizable to any longtime fan as not belonging to MJ. OK, let's talk positives. The good stuff that is on this release is very good. Best of Joy and the finished version of TWYLM stand as two of MJ's greatest ever songs. Another Day is great as is Much Too Soon but I'd preferred to have seen these on ultimate editions of Invincible & Thriller respectively. The sheer diversity of all 7 tracks showcases MJ's amazing talent so despite this release being a rather contrived compilation of odds and ends mixed with a couple of genuine new songs it still makes for compelling listening.
For those wondering what became of the highly anticipated songs MJ created with will.i.am from 2006-2008, Will decided that since MJ was a perfectionist, and since he can no longer grant the songs his blessing he will not release them. Interestingly Will holds the music for these songs, while the estate now holds the vocals. Let's hope Will changes his mind about this in the future. MJ is now dead and what new music he did leave behind should released the RIGHT WAY- for the benefit of his children and the fans, else I fear the estate will just build new music around these vocals and release an inferior product. Back to `Michael'- It's a crime that the whole experience is soured by three songs that feature the vocals of an imposter. Buy the seven authentic songs as downloads from amazon- don't buy the CD because if you do you're telling Sony it's OK for them to continue lying to everyone and conning the fans. Despite the few amazing tracks on offer the overall feeling after listening to `Michael' is one of being slightly underwhelmed. Discounting the fake tracks, if any other artist put out this album I'd rate it much higher just by token of how exceptionally good a few of the songs are. But for a `Michael Jackson album' it is simply not good enough. Of course, this isn't really a Michael Jackson album.
A side note about the artwork- award winning artist Kadir Nelson was approached by MJ several years ago to create a piece that detailed his career. The project was never brought to fruition but after MJ's passing the estate contacted Kadir and the mural was completed. Like the album itself, the artwork is brilliant in parts but overall a bit of a mess. The focal point of the piece- a 1980's MJ wearing gold armor being crowned by two cherubs is great, but the background collage of the gloved ones adult solo career is cluttered and unorganized. The saddest aspect of this release is not the fans getting screwed, or even MJ's legacy being tainted, it's that long time friends whom MJ had known for decades-Teddy Riley, the Cascio family & others have sold him out and endorsed a bunch of fake songs for financial gain. These people have no honor - no integrity. I'll leave the final words to the King of Pop his lyrics to `Money' from 1995 say it best-
I'll never betray or deceive you my friend but...
If you show me the cash
Then I will take it
If you tell me to cry
Then I will fake it
If you give me a hand
Then I will shake it
You'll do anything for money...
Honestly when I first heard Breaking News, I knew it was not Michael. When Michael sings, you can feel it in your gut. You can feel the passion and these new songs, have no passion...Just my opinion. I will not buy this album.
Below is the song Monster, which I believe is not Michael Jackson but Jason Malachi...
You decide...Michael or not?
The new millennium? Men who secretly desire and engage in sexual activity with individuals other than those who are naturally born women?
I have read a lot of comments on different blogs by so called straight men that would actually engaged in sexual activity with a transsexual, as long as they were good looking. Sorry, if you admit that than you are also admitting that you have homosexual tendencies or refuse to identify themselves as gay!
Trannies with Celebrities are nothing new but nowadays it seems as if its ok to mix and mingle in the open eye. Most of these Celebrities will deny that they were ever with the Tranny or they didn't know that it was a Tranny.
These accounts you may have heard about, but I thought it would be interesting to bring it all to light in one blog.
Trey Songz
Awhile back this was posted on Bossip!
Bossip has learned that Trey Songz may be checking for more than ladies. Pop the top for the details.
According to a trusted source Trey Songz is openly bi-sexual and has been seeing men since 2004. A source exclusively tells Bossip that Trey Songz was in a relationship with an industry professional named Brandon Hines whom Trey worked with in 2004-2005 and was in a relationship with for roughly 6-7 months. Our source says that Trey is versatile and can be both a giver and receiver depending on his partner. While our source confirms that Trey does indeed sleep with men the source also says that Trey still continues to sleep around with women as well.
While our source didn’t want to put out photo evidence of the claims we will say our source is very reliable and had full evidence to back up their claims.
Check out this article below......
Someone is surely fanning the fire under all those rumors of Trey Songz being bisexual, or altogether gay.
Another anonymous source has come forward with details regarding his relationship with Brandon Hines.
“I’m a singer/rapper and former member of “Songbook Ent.” Trey Songz imprint, managed by Troy Taylor (He wrote “Holla When You Need Me” and many other of trey’s records). I was a part of Songbook ent. in 2006, around the time Trey had begun recording “Trey Day”. I recorded a few records at Songbook studios, at Troy Taylors house in a small city in Texas, and observed Troy and his relationship with Trey and Brandon Hines.
Is Trey Songz Bisexual? Before I was even a part of Songbook, Troy asked me alot of weird questions about my future over the phone and even asked me about my sexual preference. I told him I’m straight and he said I need to be sure of that because this industry can make you do things you “wouldn’t normally do”. He asked the same bizarre questions to my producer, which struck us both as weird, as this was just an example of the odd things he would ask of us.
Troy says he saw Brandon Hines in the audience at a show singing the words to all trey’s songs and from there, Brandon would end up living with Troy. When I recorded at Songbook studios, Brandon lived in Troys house. They had a very bizarre relationship. He told me of Brandon and Trey going to the movies together and continued to make me feel uncomfortable with the way he spoke of the relationship between the 3 of them. His wife was NEVER home when I came over, but Brandon was always there, he even came downstairs in a towel the first time I was introduced to him.
Is Trey Songz Reinventing His Sexuality With Ray-J’s Jump-Off? There are many up and coming artists Troy seemingly turns out, and he calls his little program “Troy Taylor University”, I had alot of odd vibes between those 3, when I saw the article on Bossip.com about Trey and Brandon, I figured I should stand up and let people know it’s not a rumor, it’s 100% true and the reason I’m no longer with Songbook…”
The author of the letter also sent evidence to prove that he was indeed part of Songbook. It's rumored that this letter was sent in by Brandon himself, since 2006 and now no longer under Songbook Ent.
Here is a letter that was posted on another blog site:
“Trey Songz is known in ATL as a DL brotha who is known in ATL to LOVE YELLOW BROTHAS. his reputation is that he likes lightskin guys and will dig deep up in them and uses other names and he meets them on line.
“yo seriously i’m DL and when i first started seeing them together i KNEW what trey was doing with Drake and it ain’t making pretty music.”
“Ask Dorian from college hill how Trey dogged him, and that’s why he outted him on Twitter.”
“A friend of mine works as Trey’s bodyguard and also I know people that have been with Trey who is a bottom (takes it in the rear). I’m not hating, but Trey is very ignorant to those who were there for him when his career was just beginning as well as men who were with him thinking he was faithful.”
“yes the truth will surface because on another website a few weeks back, a former lover was offering to sell naked pics of Trey. Thats how sloppy he is.”
Speaking about the actor/model Dorian Standberry (College Hill Atlanta)!
You can read more on this over at Sandra Rose! Sandra Rose
Amiyah Scott or as some may know her as Amiyah Mizrahi, real name is Arthur! Amiyah was born in Manhattan, New York, lived in New Orleans most of her life until Hurricane Katrina and now resides in Atlanta, GA.
Amiyah used to hang out on a popular college campus with other Tranny's. She was allegedly involved with a famous rapper at the time, hint: Baby mama's. Male celebrities seek her out.Recently, she was involved with an Italian soccer player.
If you are interested in Amiyah...check her out on her pages:
Amiyah is one of the hottest Trans women on the scene right now and I want you all to get more familiar with her. Amiyah is an aspiring model and actress. Amiyah Scott is also a Tranny who claims to have a close relationship with Songz, Trey Songz that is..
Trey Songz may be a heartthrob to teenage girls and young women all over the world, but a rumor back in May suggested that Trey is playing for the other team.
During his album review party, rumor is Trey seemed pretty comfortable with tranny known as Amiyah Scott, and her confirmation of friendship on facebook didn’t help the situation.
She stated that they were good friends before the stardom and he still flies her out to places!
