Kandace Springs reveals artwork for debut mini-album

Kandace Springs has unveiled the artwork for her upcoming EP.

The singer, songwriter and pianist is scheduled to release the self-titled mini-album on September 30 via SRP / Blue Note Records.

The highly-anticipated project is executively produced by Evan Rogers and Carl Sturken, who also worked with Rihanna [SRP Records], Kelly Clarkson [RCA Records] and Christina Milian [Young Money Records].

Other musicians backing Springs on the EP are Warren Felder (Usher, Ariana Grande), Andrew Wansel (K. Michelle, Nicki Minaj), Steve Mostyn (Elle Varner, Jennifer Hudson) and Ronald Colson (Brandy, Mary J. Blige).

Watch the music video for “Love Got in the Way” below.

Brandy collaborates with Ronald “Flippa” Colson for new album

Brandy has collaborated with Ronald “Flippa” Colson for her upcoming album.

Colson is responsible for co-writing and producing “Good Kisser” by Usher [RCA Records], “West Coast” by Kandace Springs [Blue Note Records] and “Wonderful” by Mary J. Blige [Epic Records].

He also worked on the next projects Ty Dolla $ign [Atlantic Records], Elle Varner [RCA Records], Omarion [Warner Bros. Records], Nick Jonas [Island Records] and Kendrick Lamar [Interscope Records].

No place I'd rather be! #studio-me and @flippa123 💕 http://t.co/e2iDupH4j4

— b r a n d y (@4everBrandy) August 31, 2014

Meanwhile, the new studio collection by Brandy is expected to be released later this year. It serves as the follow-up to 2012’s “Two Eleven,” which peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200 Albums Chart.

Other songwriters and producers that have contributed to the still-untitled LP are David “The Arcelious” Harris (K. Michelle, Gabi Wilson), Stacy Barthe (Marsha Ambrosius, Luke James) and Diane Warren (Adele, Kelly Rowland).

In related news, Brandy will appear on Chris Brown’s upcoming studio album, “X,” out on September 16 via RCA Records. The pair teamed up on the track “Do Better,” which was produced by Glass John.

Watch the music video for “Put it Down” below.

Leona Lewis works with Jesse Shatkin for new album

Leona Lewis has worked with Jesse Shatkin for her upcoming album.

Shatkin is responsible for co-writing and / or producing Sia’s “Chandelier” [RCA Records], Kylie Minogue’s “Kiss Me Once” [Parlophone Records] and Brooke Candy’s “Godzillionaire” [Monkey Puzzle Records].

His resume also includes works for Cheryl Cole [Polydor Records], Kelly Clarkson [RCA Records], Selena Gomez [Hollywood Records], Rita Ora [Columbia Records] and Lily Allen [Parlophone Records].

Been holding onto the highs of this week. Adored working with @jesse_belief although I'm thinking about kidnapping his dog Joey!

— Leona Lewis (@leonalewis) August 30, 2014

Meanwhile, the new studio collection by Lewis is expected to be released later this year via Universal Music Group / Island Records.

The still-untitled project serves as the follow-up to 2013’s “Christmas, with Love,” which peaked at number thirteen on the UK Albums Chart and spawned hit single “One More Sleep.”

Other musicians backing the “Bleeding Love” star on the highly-anticipated LP are Jon Levine (Little Mix, Fefe Dobson), Autumn Rowe (The Saturdays, Nicole Scherzinger) and Stephan Moccio (Celine Dion, Miley Cyrus).

Watch the music video for “Happy” below.

Ella Eyre debuts new song “Home” acoustic performance

Ella Eyre has debuted a new song online.

The British singer/songwriter – born Ella Mary McMahon – posted an exclusive stripped back acoustic performance of “Home” to her official Vevo page on Thursday (August 28, 2014).

The track was written by Eyre along with Matthew Marston, Daniel Radclyffe and Paddy Byrne, who is also responsible for Sinead Harnett’s “Paradise” [Virgin EMI Records] and Paloma Faith’s “Stone Cold Sober” [RCA Records].

As previously reported, current single “Comeback” will be available for download from September 29 via iTunes and all other digital outlets.

Eyre’s highly-anticipated debut studio collection is expected to hit stores later this year via Universal Music Group / Virgin EMI Records.

Album contributors include Two Inch Punch (Jessie Ware, Lianne La Havas), Chris Loco (Laura Welsh, Cheryl Cole), Jarrad Rogers (Rebecca Ferguson, Demi Lovato) and Richard Stannard (Chloe Howl, Lana Del Rey).

Watch the live performance of “Home” below.

Katy B hits the studio with Craig David

Katy B has recently recorded new material with Craig David.

There’s been no word on what the pair worked on last night, or whether the session was intended for a future Katy B release or David’s upcoming LP.

The “Fill Me In” star is expected to release his highly-anticipated sixth studio collection later this year. The still-untitled project will include productions and songwriting contributions from Lindy Robbins and Toby Gad.

@CraigDavid and your voice is like velvet butter!!!!!! Absolute dream to work with you ma Fren!!!! #garage #hero pic.twitter.com/rVavUYQXIy

— KATY B (@KatyB) August 30, 2014

Meanwhile, Katy B’s sophomore LP “Little Red” peaked at number one on the UK Albums Chart earlier this year. The Rinse / Columbia collection also spawned hit singles “5 AM,” “Crying for No Reason” and “Still.”

In addition, she will appear on Gorgon City’s debut album, “Sirens,” out on October 7 via Virgin EMI Records. Katy wrote “Lover Like You” with Jonny Coffer along with group members Kye Gibbon and Matthew Robson-Scott.

Watch the music video for Craig David’s “Insomnia” below.

Wynter Gordon hits the studio with The Runners

Wynter Gordon has recently recorded new material with The Runners.

It is yet to be known whether last night’s session was intended for another artist or Gordon’s upcoming sophomore album.

The Runners consist of songwriters and record producers Andrew “Dru Brett” Harr and Jermaine “Mayne Zayne” Jackson.

Their resume includes works for Keyshia Cole (“Didn’t I Tell You”), Chris Brown (“Biggest Fan”), Cher Lloyd (“Swagger Jagger”), Kelly Rowland (“All of the Night”) and Nicole Scherzinger (“Tomorrow Never Dies”).

Meanwhile, Gordon previously co-wrote songs for other artists such as “Livin’ it Up” by Ciara [Epic Records], “2 of You” by Danity Kane [Bad Boy / Atlantic Records] and “Gonna Breakthrough” by Mary J. Blige [Geffen Records].

Her debut album, 2011’s “With the Music I Die,” peaked at number twenty five on the Australian Albums Chart and spawned hit singles “Dirty Talk,” “Til Death,” “Buy My Love” and “Still Getting Younger.”

Watch the music video for “Stimela” below.

Jessie J enlists 2 Chainz for new single “Burnin’ Up”

Jessie J has confirmed the details for her new single.

The British singer/songwriter – born Jessica Cornish – dubbed “Burnin’ Up” as the second promotional single from her sophomore album, “Sweet Talker,” out on October 13 via Lava Records / Republic Records.

The 2 Chainz-assisted track was co-written and produced by Max Martin, who is also responsible for Ariana Grande’s “Problem” [Republic], Jennifer Lopez’s “First Love” [Capitol] and Taylor Swift’s “Shake it Off” [Big Machine].

That's a WRAP 😉 We 'Burnin' Up' #sweettalker http://t.co/zjC4GXhOIe

— Jessie J (@JessieJ) August 30, 2014

Fans can expect the music video for “Burnin’ Up” soon. It was recently shot by Hannah Lux Davis, whose credits include Lea Michele’s “On My Way” [Columbia], Tinashe’s “2 On” f/ Schoolboy Q [RCA].

“Sweet Talker” serves as the follow-up to 2013’s “Alive,” which peaked at number three on the UK Albums Chart and spawned three hit singles in the shape of “Wild,” “Thunder” and “It’s My Party.”

Among the musicians backing Jessie J on the highly-anticipated LP are Tricky Stewart (Beyoncé, Nicole Scherzinger), Steve Mac (Ella Henderson, Leona Lewis), Jonas Jeberg (Ameriie, Nicki Minaj) and Diplo (Usher, Katy Perry).

Watch the music video for “Bang Bang” below.

Chris Loco hints at new collaboration with Laura Welsh

Chris Loco has hinted at a new collaboration with Laura Welsh.

The British songwriter and record producer – born Chris Crowhurst – is known for collaborating with Emeli Sande [Capitol], Tinie Tempah [Parlophone], Ella Eyre [Virgin EMI], Rita Ora [Columbia] and Leona Lewis [Island].

Some of his notable credits include “Lullaby” by Professor Green f/ Tori Kelly [Virgin EMI], “Stronger Than Ever” by Raleigh Ritchie [Columbia], “Fine” by Kylie Minogue [Parlophone] and “Broken” by Daley [Republic].

Meanwhile, Welsh is currently working on her full-length debut album under Outsiders Recorded Music Limited / Polydor Records.

Back home and back in with this magical critter @_laurawelsh

— Chris Loco (@ChrisLoco_) August 29, 2014

Current single “Break the Fall” – which was co-written by Amanda Ghost and Scott “Babydaddy” Hoffman – is now available for download via iTunes.

Other musicians backing Welsh on the still-untitled studio collection are Jonas Quant (Hurts, No Doubt), Devonte “Blood Orange” Hynes (Tinashe, Sky Ferreira) and Emile Haynie (Lana Del Rey, Bruno Mars).

Listen to new single “Lifeline” – featuring Ang Low – below.

Tamera Foster hits the studio with Iain James, Sunny Productions

British singer/songwriter Tamera Foster has added Iain James and Sunny Productions to the list of contributors for her upcoming debut album.

James is known for co-writing hit singles “Wings” by Little Mix [Columbia Records], “Hand on Heart” by Olly Murs [Epic Records] and “Read All About It” by Professor Green f/ Emeli Sande [Virgin EMI Records].

Meanwhile, Sunny Productions is responsible for helming “Fucking with My Heart” by Tanika [Tim & Danny Music], “Dreams” by Gabrielle f/ Naughty Boy [Island Records] and “Free” by Chasing Grace [Naughty Boy Recordings].

@OfficialTamera @sunnypromusic 🎶🎶💣💣💥💥🔥🔥😝

— Iain James (@iainjames1) August 28, 2014

Foster is expected to release her debut studio collection later this year via Simon Cowell’s label Syco Music in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment.

The highly-anticipated project is said to feature further productions and songwriting contributions from Future Cut, Chelcee Grimes, Mr. Hudson, Janee Bennett, and Al-Hakam “Komi” El-Kaubaisy.

Watch Tamera Foster’s rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” below.

Gorgon City premiere new single “Unmissable” music video

Gorgon City have premiered the music video for their new single online.

“Unmissable” – featuring Zak Abel – is lifted from the production duo’s debut album, “Sirens,” out on October 6 via Black Butter / Virgin EMI Records.

The track was written by group members Kye Gibbon and Matthew Robson-Scott along with Zak Abel, Jonny Coffer and James Napier.

It follows the Laura Welsh-featuring / MNEK-assisted “Here for You,” which peaked at number seven on the UK Singles Chart.

“Sirens” is confirmed to boast further guest appearances and songwriting contributions from Kiesza [Lokal Legend], Jennifer Hudson [RCA], Emeli Sande [Capitol], Katy B [Columbia] and Maverick Sabre [Island].

Watch the music video for “Unmissable” below.