Archive | May, 2014

Cover Drive drop new song “Dis Ain’t Love”

31 May

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Cover Drive has debuted a new song online.

The Barbadian quartet – consisting of members Amanda Reifer, T-Ray Armstrong, Jamar Harding and Barry Hill – posted “Dis Ain’t Love” to their official SoundCloud on Friday (May 30, 2014).

They are currently working on their upcoming as-yet-untitled sophomore album, which will be preceded by lead single “Love Junkie.”

The new LP by Cover Drive serves as the follow-up to 2012’s “Bajan Style.” which debuted at number fourteen on the UK Albums Chart. It also produced hit singles “Lick Ya Down,” “Twilight,” “Sparks” and “Explode.”

Listen to “Dis Ain’t Love” below.

Ariana Grande, Iggy Azalea unleash “Problem” music video

31 May

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Ariana Grande has premiered the music video for her new single online.

“Problem” – which features Iggy Azalea – marks the first promotional single from the singer/songwriter’s upcoming sophomore album.

The track – written by Savan Kotecha along with Max Martin and Ilya “Knocdown” Salmanzadeh – is now available for download via iTunes.

As previously reported, the new album by Ariana Grande is scheduled for release later this year via Universal Music Group / Republic Records.

It will be executively produced by Scott “Scooter” Braun, who’s also overseeing the next releases by Justin Bieber [Island Records], Tori Kelly [Capitol Records], Madison Beer [Island Records] and Carly Rae Jepsen [Interscope Records].

Other album contributors include Rodney Jerkins (Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson), Harmony Samuels (Teyana Taylor, Pia Toscano), Ryan Tedder (Adele, Leona Lewis) and Benny Blanco (Lea Michele, Trey Songz).

Watch the music video for “Problem” below.

Ella Eyre unveils music video for new single “If I Go”

31 May

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Ella Eyre has unveiled the music video for her new single online.

“If I Go” marks the first promotional single from the British singer/songwriter’s upcoming as-yet-untitled debut album.

The track was produced by Jarrad Rogers, who is also responsible for Rebecca Ferguson’s “I Hope” [Syco Music], Demi Lovato’s “Fire Starter” [Hollywood Records] and Icona Pop’s “In the Stars” [Big Beat Records].

Ella’s highly-anticipated debut LP is scheduled for release in the United Kingdom on October 6th via Universal Music Group / Virgin EMI Records.

Other album contributors include Shahid “Naughty Boy” Khan (Rihanna, Emeli Sande), Wayne Hector (Tanya Lacey, Kylie Minogue), Fraser T. Smith (Katy B, Craig David) and Iain “Sparx” James (Nicola Roberts, Becky Hill).

Watch the music video for “If I Go” – out on July 13th – below.

Nicole Scherzinger releases “Your Love” lyric video

30 May

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Nicole Scherzinger has released the lyric video for new single online.

“Your Love” marks the first promotional release from the singer/songwriter’s upcoming as-yet-untitled sophomore album.

The track was co-written by Terius “The-Dream” Nash, whose credits include Beyonce’s “XO” [Columbia Records], Rihanna’s “Red Lips” [SRP Records] and Bridget Kelly’s “Seek and Destroy” [Roc Nation Records].

Production duties were handled by Christopher Stewart, who is also responsible for Tamar Braxton’s “Stay and Fight” [Epic Records], Frank Ocean’s “Novocane” [Def Jam Recordings] and Mary J. Blige’s “Empty Prayers” [Geffen Records].

As previously reported, the still-untitled LP by Scherzinger is scheduled for release later this year via Sony Music Entertainment / RCA Records.

It serves as the follow-up to 2011’s “Killer Love,” which debuted at number eight on the UK Albums Chart and delivered four hit singles in the shape of “Poison,” “Don’t Hold Your Breath,” “Wet” and “Right There.”

Watch the lyric video for “Your Love” below.

Cheryl Cole schedules release date for new single “Crazy Stupid Love”

30 May

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Cheryl Cole has scheduled the release date for her new single.

“Crazy Stupid Love” marks the first promotional single from the British singer/songwriter’s upcoming fourth studio album, “Crystal Clear,” out soon via Universal Music Group / Polydor Records.

The track – which features Tinie Tempah – is scheduled to be available for download in the United Kingdom from July 20 via iTunes.

“Crazy Stupid Love” was helmed by Wayne Wilkins, who previously teamed up with the artist on “Fight for This Love,” “Promise This” and “The Flood.”

Meanwhile, “Crystal Clear” serves as the follow-up to 2012’s” Messy Little Raindrops,” which debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart and delivered two hit singles in the shape of “Call My Name” and “Under the Sun.”

Among the musicians backing Cheryl on highly-anticipated new LP are Jesse Shatkin (Dido Armstrong, Kelly Clarkson), Maureen “Mozella” McDonald (Miley Cyrus, Pia Toscano) and Camille Purcell (Ella Henderson, Little Mix).

Watch the music video for “The Flood” below.

Eliza Doolittle collaborates with Jack Splash

30 May

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Eliza Doolittle has collaborated with Jack Splash on new material.

The hitmaker – born Matthew Kahane – previously helmed songs for CeeLo Green [Elektra Records], Alicia Keys [RCA Records], Solange [Saint Records], Katy Perry [Capitol Records] and Kendrick Lamar [Interscope Records].

https://twitter.com/elizadoolittle/status/472148008214073344

Some of his recent songwriting and production credits include Pixie Lott’s “Nasty” [Mercury Records], K. Michelle’s “Sometimes” [MBK Entertainment / Atlantic Records] and Keyshia Cole’s “I Choose You” [Geffen Records].

Eliza Doolittle is expected to release her third studio album later this year via Warner Music Group / Parlophone Records.

The still-untitled collection serves as the follow-up to 2013’s “In Your Hands,” which debuted at number 25 on the UK Albums Chart and included hit singles “Big When I Was Little,” “Walking on Water” and “Let It Rain.”

Watch the music video for “Walking on Water” below.

Rita Ora confirms new single “Get a Little Closer”

30 May

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Rita Ora has confirmed the title of her new single.

The British singer/songwriter christened “Get a Little Closer” as the second promotional single from her upcoming sophomore album.

The track serves as the follow-up to previous release “I Will Never Let You Down,” now available for download via iTunes and all other digital outlets.

As previously reported, the highly-anticipated new album by Rita Ora is scheduled for release later this year via Roc Nation / Columbia Records.

It serves as the follow-up to 2012’s “ORA,” which debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and delivered four hit singles in the shape of “R.I.P.,” “Radioactive,” “Shine Ya Light” and “This is How We Do (Party).”

Among the musicians backing Rita on the still-untitled LP are Diplo (Madonna, Katy Perry), Camille Purcell (Cheryl Cole, Ella Henderson), DJ Mustard (Tinashe, Jennifer Lopez) and Priscilla Renea (Kelly Rowland, Melanie Fiona).

Watch the music video for “I Will Never Let You Down” below.

Jennifer Lopez premieres “First Love” music video

30 May

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Jennifer Lopez has premiered the music video for her new single online.

“First Love” marks the third promotional single from the artist’s upcoming studio album, “A.K.A.,” out on June 17 via Universal Music Group / Capitol Records.

The track – written by Savan Kotecha along with Max Martin and Ilya “Knocdown” Salmanzadeh – is now available for download via iTunes.

Video treatment was handled by Anthony Mandler, whose also responsible for Selena Gomez’ “Come and Get It” [Hollywood Records], Arian Grande’s “Baby I” [Republic Records] and Jennifer Hudson’s “I Can’t Describe” [RCA Records].

“A.K.A.” is confirmed to boast further productions and songwriting contributions from Cory Rooney (Thalia, Mariah Carey), Shama “Sak Pase” Joseph (Rihanna, Elle Varner) and Leon “RoccStar” Youngblood (Chris Brown, Prince Royce).

Watch the music video for “First Love” below.

Luke James announces new single “Options”

30 May

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Luke James has announced the title of his new single.

The R&B singer/songwriter christened “Options” as the lead single from his upcoming debut album, “Made to Love.”

The track – which features Rick Ross – is scheduled to be available for download on June 3 via iTunes and all other digital outlets.

Meanwhile, “Made to Love” is expected to be released later this year via Universal Music Group / N.A.R.S. / Mercury Records.

The highly-anticipated project will be executively produced by Nathaniel “Danja” Hills, whose extensive resume includes works for Justin Timberlake [RCA Records], Keri Hilson [Interscope Records] and Ciara [Epic Records].

Watch the music video for “Make Love to Me” below.

Nicole Scherzinger debuts new single “Your Love”

29 May

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Nicole Scherzinger has debuted her new single online.

“Your Love” marks the first promotional release from the singer/songwriter’s upcoming as-yet-untitled sophomore album.

As previously reported, the track will be available for download in the United Kingdom from July 28 via iTunes and all other digital outlets.

The new album by the former Pussycat Dolls’ star will be released later this year via Sony Music Entertainment / RCA Records UK.

It serves as the follow-up to 2011’s “Killer Love,” which debuted at number eight on the UK Albums Chart and delivered four hit singles in the shape of “Poison,” “Don’t Hold Your Breath,” “Wet” and “Right There.”

Production duties on the highly-anticipated LP are handled by Terius “The-Dream” Nash and Christopher “Tricky” Stewart, who are also responsible for Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” and Mariah Carey’s “Obsessed.”

Listen to “Your Love” below.

https://soundcloud.com/nicolescherzinger/your-love