Week 4 Video of the Weekend

Chosen by Mister Promo | January 29, 2016

Carefully chosen, I've decided to choose...

"PILLOWTALK"

by

ZAYN

Enjoy your weekend! 

Week 3: Video of the Weekend

by The Rock-It Scientist | January 22, 2016

And the Video of the Weekend goes to...

"Kill V. Maim"

by Grimes

Artist of the Week: Esperanza Spalding

The Beautiful and Talented Esperanza Spalding, Is our AoW.  With a new album and Video out, you have to check Esperanza out.

By The Rock-It Scientist | January 21st 2016

In 2011 Esperanza Spalding won a Grammy for Best New Artist against Drake, Florence + The Machine, Justin Bieber, and Mumford & Sons.  This Berklee College alumni surprised everyone including me.  I was wondering, how come I never heard from Esperanza Spalding and how good is her music that she beat all these other artist that I did heard of.
I went and found her music and I listened.  Oh my goodness, it was good, real good.  This wasn't regular Jazz music, she definitely had influence from other music including pop and she is a beautiful lady as well.  I like her style, I became a fan.  Now Esperanza is out with a new video and song, "Good Lava" and you have to check it out.
Esperanza Spalding's album, "Emily's D+Evolution," will be out on March 4th, 2016
Esperanza's tour dates in New England:

Sat Apr 9
Calvin Theatre
Northampton, MA

Sun Apr 10
Tilles Center For The Performing Arts - Concert Hall
Greenvale, NY

Tue Apr 12
Shubert Theatre - MA
Boston, MA

Thu Apr 14
Apollo Theater
New York, NY

Sat Apr 16
Count Basie Theatre
Red Bank, NJ

@EspeSpalding

What's Next for Taija New? (@TaijaNew)

by Mister Promo | January 21, 2016

Taija New

Taija New is a lyricist, songwriter, and dancer.

She is a multi-talented performer who fuses her love for music, dance, art and life together to create an experience for her audience.

Born in the basketball famed city of Springfield, Massachusetts, thanks to her parents, Taija fell in love with R&B music at a very young age as she listened to everything from the Commodores to TLC in her household.

Her love for language followed her to college as she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from The University of Massachusetts.

New created her sound and can be heard in the variety of flows and genres to the Spanish inserts in her music. She continues to inspire others and remains open to accept inspiration by many.

New has performed in cities covering Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York.

She currently has two tracks for sale on iTunes and a station on Pandora.

Other than booking shows frequently, New can be found ruling as King on the open mic stage.

Whatever New task she sets her mind on she usually doesn't quit it until it becomes apart of The New Experience.

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Follow: @TaijaNew

Like It: Taija New 

Heart: Taija New

Hear: Taija New Tumes

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 20th

by Mister Promo | January 20, 20014

Huddie William Ledbetter

bka "Lead Belly"

1:20:1888 -- 12:06:1949 (a. 61)

Born in Mooringsport, LA, Belly claimed his fame as as Blues Musician. He became well-known for his powerful voice, his 12-string guitar and folk standards that he brought forth to all who were interested. He also mastered playing piano, mandolin, harmonica, violin, and accordion.

He left this world due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Happy Birthday to you!!

Happy Birthday Aaliyah

Wishing the Queen of Urban Pop a Happy Birthday.

She is my queen and will always be. Aaliyah.  No one has had an influence on R&B and pop as she did.  This day is considered a holiday and I haven't stop playing every single ones of her songs until this day is done. 

Happy Birthday Queen, I will always love you. 

Week 2: Video of the Weekend.

by The Promo Squad | January 15, 2016

And the Video of the Weekend goes to...

"Dancehall Dabb"

by Mr. Vegas 

Mr. Vegas returns.
A Dancehall artist fave returns with his version
of a 2015 dance craze called "Dancehall Dabb." 

It's That "Feel Right" Music.

by The Rock-It Scientist | January 15, 2016

Wonder where Mystical been?  He's right here.  Look out for the special guest.

The Rock-It Scientist | January 15th 2016

Mark Ronson Released this video in May but today I was able to enjoy this little awesomeness.
Check it out, oh did you see the special guest?

R.I.P René Angélil 1942–2016

by Mister Promo | January 15, 2016

René Angélil

Canadian singer and manager

1:16:1942 ~ 1:14:2016 (a. 73)

Born in Montreal, Québec, Canada and

studied at College André-Grasset (post secondary school).

In the 60s he was a pop singer of a pop rock band,

"Les Baronets". This group consisted of Angélil, Pierre

Labelle and Jean Beaulne; two childhood friends. Post the

splitting up of the group, Angélil joined with best friend,

Guy Cloutier to become managers for artist. The two

managed Québec entertainers René Simard and

Ginette Reno. In 1981, Angélil, would fly solo to manage

artist on his own. 

In late 1980, he would meet a preteen; Celine Dion.

He fell in awe of her voice after hearing a demo tape of

hers, which was sent to him from Dion and her parents.

He would then, become her manager and

developmental coach. She became and instant hit in

Canada. Once she became an adult, Celine and René

would grow to become romantically involved.

In 1994 the two would marry, in 2001 Dion would

bear their first child, in 2010 she would then bear twins.

In 1998, Angélil was diagnosed with throat cancer and

defeated it just one year later, only for the cancer to
return and defeat him.

He is remembered by (wife) Celine Dion, (son)

René-Charles, (son) Eddy and (son) Nelson.

René Angélil will surely be missed.

In this video below (from 2008), is Angélil being recognized
as a cancer survivor with a number of other survivors.

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 14th

by Mister Promo | January 14, 2016

Linda Jones

US Soul Singer

1:14:1944 -- 3:14:1972 (a. 28)

Collapsed into a diabetic coma proceeding a
performance at Harlem's Apollo Theatre in

New York.

The No.21 US single 'Hypnotized' in

1967 belong to Jones. 

Tim Harris

Original Drummer for

The Foundations

1:14:1948 -- Circa 2007 (a. 58-59)

1967 UK No.1 single 'Baby Now That I've Found You'

1969 US No.3 single 'Build Me Up A Buttercup'

Artist of the Week: Louy Fierce (@LouyFierce)

by Mister Promo | January 14, 2016

Louy Fierce

Here is a Fierce track posted seven months ago.

Who exactly is Louy Fierce?
He is an artist who isn't vastly known, yet known by many.
Sounds familiar?

The only thing we do know is that he has definitely
created a brand with the name; Louy Fierce,

Fierce was born in Long Island, NY. His upbringing
consisted of music, for his family was musically inclined.
At age 11, Fierce began to play drums and guitar for
indie boy bands.
Today, he is a singer, songwriter and producer.

On Twitter he has 702+k followers.
On Instagram he is adventurous and very social.
While on Soundcloud, he keeps the tracks coming.

Here is a most recent Fierce track posted one month ago.

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Tweet: Louy Fierce
Like: Louy Fierce
Heart: Louy Fierce
Hear: Louy Fierce
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MPsays, If you are interested, I recommend
you click on the Hear link and listen to
"Higher n' Higher" (prod. Canis Major)
Definitely easy listening.
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Thank you for stopping by and reading.
Have A Great Day!

What's Next For Chey Lanay? (@CheyLanay)

by Mister Promo | January 13, 2016

Chey Lanay

Hailing from the City of Boston in MA is this female rapper that goes by the name of Chey Lanay. She started rapping at age seven with a goal to pave her way to the top as one of hip hop’s greatest female emcees. Not only is she a lyricist, but she is also a songwriter and entrepreneur. She sells her music through iTunes. Lanay has been featured in magazines such as WWS Magazine, Queen Hype Magazine, Coast 2 Coast and Hip Hop Weekly. Chey Lanay has performed in venues from Boston, Ma to Miami, Fl. She has also performed in 2Racks Rap Contest in Atlanta, GA. There she became the first female to win the competition of 70+ shows.

It is believed that she has what it takes to be placed among the best in the music industry.

Just below is a track titled "Blessings".
This is Lanay's remix for the song, "Blessings"
by Big Sean ft. Drake & Kanye West.
It was released on YouTube on April 7, 2015.

MPsays,

I remember when I first heard her

spit. I thought to myself, wtf, she

gotta be going somewhere.

Was I wrong?

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Tweet: Chey Lanay

New Album Release: "Don't Look Back" by @RobbyJohnson

by Mister Promo | January 12, 2016

Robby Johnson

If you are familiar with the dialect of Robby Johnson, I bet you would have never guessed that he grew up a French Canadian.
Growing up in a French province in Canada, Robby learned to rid himself of his accent by watching American television. Along with American TV he also listen to a wide range of music. Above all the various genres, he found himself gravitating more toward country music. He began to appreciate it and fell in love with all that it had to offer.

"It's music that is healing. It resonated with me and drew me in."
~ Robby J.
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The track below is a song titled "Shady".
It was released on YouTube as a lyric video on July 1, 2015.

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Robby was a shy child living a poverty stricken life. With never letting go of his imagination and holding tight to his dream he was well and able to keep hope alive. He believed that his future would result in him becoming the best he could be. In whatever best that may be.

One year, on Christmas, he received a gift that would ultimately set his life on a different path. This gift was a paid demo session. It was through this experience that lead him to realize within himself was a gift as well; his voice.

In 2012, he quit his life in Canada, traveled South, stopped in Tennessee, recorded more songs and before he knew it, Nashville became his new home.

Today, however, is the release of his new album titled "Don't Look Back".

If you became fond of his lyrics and sound in the video above, then by all means, this album will be a great purchase for you.

What are you waiting for? Go for it.

And while you're at it, stay up-to-date with him through links below.

Tweet: Robby Johnson

Like: Robby Johnson

Heart: Robby Johnson

Hear: Robby Johnson

Week 1: Video of the Weekend

by Mister Promo | January 8, 2016

And the Video of the Weekend goes to...

"Irresistible"
by Fall Out Boy
feat. Demi Lovato

MPsays, "When I pressed and saw Demi working in a factory on an assembly line watching as her trainer or manager show her the wrapped dolls and what to do with them, her facial reaction was in total disgust when she caught a glimpse at the product. It was those funky N'sync dolls, I immediately took it as a hit against N'sync." The video followed the same storyline as the video for "Its Gonna Be Me". I thought they were going for the saying, "out with the old, in with the new."

Until Rock-It politely explained that he believes it the opposite. He believes that the video is expressing how society is perceiving Fallout Boy as a pop boy band instead of a "Rock Out!" group.

After hearing that it kind of made sense. Anyway, press play and view for yourself.

Artist of the Week: Sullee J (@SulleeJ85)

By Mister Promo | January 7, 2016

Sullee J

One of Baltimore's most talented and
hard working MC to rule the mic.

Stay up-to-date with the movement.

Tweet @SulleJ85

Follow @TeamSulleeJ

Listen to Sullee J

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Whats Next for Amanda Kaletsky? (@AmandaKaletsky)

by Mister Promo | January 6, 2016

Amanda Kaletsky

"Amanda Kaletsky has the voice of a pop star,

but the soul of a singer/songwriter. Her infectious

[music] finds a middle ground between New York's

homey downtown clubs and the polish of Top 40 radio."

- Relix Magazine

Stemming from Bethany, CT her song “Everything Lies” off of her second EP and “Between You & Me” was featured on season 3 of MTV’s “The Hills.” Along with her first EP, “Wait”, Amanda has sold over 2,000 copies and is in radio rotation from the Northeast to Hawaii.

At the age of 13, she broadened her focus by learning guitar and piano, and began developing her vocal skills with the nationally recognized Elm City Girls Choir.

Amanda is currently working on a third, full-length release with producer Ritchie Rubini, while continuing to perform at a variety of venues in the Northeast.

MPsays,

I believe she has what it takes

to be great. Say, you believe?

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Tweet: @AmandaKaletsky

http://www.amandakaletsky.com/

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 4th

By Mister Promo | January 4, 2016

Peter Steele (a. 48)

Metal Singer

B. 1:4:1962       D. 4:14:2010

Best known as singer and bassist for the goth and metal band Type O Negative (1989-2010)

Also of past bands Carnivore (1982-2010) and Fallout (1979-1982)

His passing was due to heat failure.

TPSBlog January '16 Music Playlist

By Mister Promo | January 4, 2016

Welcome to the new year. We have new videos for you from artist such as Alex G, Vybz Kartel, Chi Ching Ching, Marcus Yates, QQ, and Tiwa Savage.

We would like to thank you for viewing these playlists monthly.
Without further adieu, we present to you our January '16 Music Playlist.

Happy New Year! Hope you enjoy!


1. Tag Shai - "Deluded"
2. Kid Rock -"Johnny Cash"
3. Tei Shi - "Get It"
4. Alex G - "Muriel"
5. Esco Levi -"Canadian Money"
6. Vybz Kartel - "The Bug"
7. Tayyib Ali I've - "Day in the Life"
8. Chi Ching Ching - "Get There"
9. 50 Cent - "To Rich"
10. Wally British - "Red Flag"
11. Bugle - "Rasta Party"
12. Roam - "Hopeless Case"
13. Jason Derulo - "Get Ugly"
14. To the Rats and Wolves - "Ghosts"
15. Kevin Gates - "Really Really"
16. Christina Milian - "Like Me" (ft. Snoop Dogg)
17. Marcus Yates - "Free Me"
18. Peatle - "Akira" (ft. Rosa)
19. JJ Heller - "This Year"
20. "Clean Like Whistles"
21. Ørjan Nilsen - "What's It All About (ft. Mike James)
22. The Weeknd  "In The Night"
23. Chris Brown - "Little More"
24. Disturbed - "The Sound of Silence"
25. New Politics - "Girl Crush"
26. Cole Swindell - "Your Should Be Here"
27. Lukas Graham - "7 Years"
28. Slank - "Halal"
29. Marshall Kirkman - "December Dreams"
30. Casey Bolles - "Tattoo"
31. Violent Divine - "For I Am Sin"
32. Bryan Lanning - "Like A Lion"
33. QQ - "Chargy Dem (R.I.P)"
34. The Clydes - "December"
35. Diplo & Sleepy Tom - "Be Right There"
36. EXO - "Sing For You"
37. Jordan Sweeto - "Evil Little Things"
38. Jahmiel - "True Colours"
39. Chris Brown - "Wrist" (ft. Solo Lucci)
40. NEVER ENDING RUNS (w/ YOUTUBER FRIENDS)
41. Young Thug - "Big Racks" (ft. Lil Uzi)
42. Trevor Jackson - "Like I Do"
43. Tiwa Savage - "African Waist"
44. Chapters - "Retrospect"
45. Migos - "Look At My Dab"
46. El Caco - "Curious"
47. Borgeous & Zaeden - "Yesterday"
48. Carson Lueders - "Pop"
49. MNIB -" Boxing Day"
50. Taylor Swift - "Out of the Woods"

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 3rd

By Mister Promo | January 3, 2016

Johann Abraham Sixt (a. 40)

German Composer

B. 1:3:1757       D. 1:30:1797

Born in Gräfenhausen and died in Donaueschingen

Jacques-Nicolas Lemmens (a. 58)

Organist and Flemish Composer

B. 1:3:1823       1:30:1881

"Born at Zoerle-Parwijs, near Westerlo, Belgium, Lemmens took lessons from François-Joseph Fétis, who wanted to make him into a musician capable of renewing the organ-player's art in Belgium. Fétis sent him to Adolf Friedrich Hesse in Germany to learn Johann Sebastian Bach's tradition."

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Karl Collan (a. 43)

Finnish Composer

B. 1:3:1828       D. 1871

Also worked as librarian at the University of Helsinki. His songs "Vaasan marssi" and "Savolaisten laulu" today are considered nationalistic songs.

Iwan Knorr (a. 63)

German Composer

B. 1:3:1853       D. 1:22:1916

Also a teacher of music.

"As a teacher he exerted great influence; among his pupils were Bernhard Sekles, Ernest Bloch, Vladimir Sokalskyi, Ernst Toch, Roger Quilter, Hans Pfitzner, and Cyril Scott."

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Born in Gniew, Poland

Died in Frankfurt, Germany

Henry Lytton (a. 71)

British actor and Opera singer

B. 1:3:1865       D. 8:15:1936

An English actor and Opera singer in Gilbert and Sullivan

"His career in these Savoy operas with the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company spanned 50 years, and he is the only person ever knighted for achievements as a Gilbert and Sullivan performer.

His wife, Louie Henri, performed with him and helped him get started in theatre, also serving as his music and acting coach.

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Maxene Andrews (a. 76)

Singer

B. 1:3:1919       D. 10:21:1995

 Best known as one of the singers of Trio "Andrew Sisters" alongside Laverne and Patty.

Performed the famous classic "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy".

During the 2nd World War,  they became known as "America's Wartime Sweethearts".

Born in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota

Died in Cape Cod, Barnstable County, Massachusetts

Nell Rankin (a. 81)

American Singer

B. 1:3:1924       D. 1:13:2005

An American operatic mezzo-soprano to be exact.

"Although a successful opera singer internationally, she spent most of her career at the Metropolitan Opera where she worked from 1951-76.

She was particularly admired for her portrayals of Amneris in Verdi's Aida and the title role in Bizet's Carmen."

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Born in Montgomery, AL.

Died in New York,  NY

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Celebrity Birthdays January 3rd 2016

Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk, age 40

Nate Overstreet, guitarist for hot Chelle Rae, age 29

Victoria Duffield, Pop Singer, age 20

Lloyd Polite, American R&B recording artist, age 29

John Paul Jones, former member of Led Zeppelin, age 70

Mark Pontius, drummer for Foster The People. age 31

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 2nd

By Mister Promo | January 2, 2016

Roger Miller (a. 56)

Country Singer

B. 1:2:1936       D. 10:25:1992

Birthplace: Fort Worth, TX

Best known for spina such as "King of the Road", "Dang Me", and "England Swings". Also winner of over ten Grammy Awards. 

Mily Balakirev (a. 73)

Pianist

B. 1:2:1837       D. 5:29:1910

Balakirev was a prominent and passionate advocate of Russian music.  He also supported many Russian computers including Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.

View other  living celebs born on this day.

Celebrity Birthdays January 2nd 2016

Bryson Tiller Hip-Hop/R&B Singer, age 22

Celebrity Birthdays Remembered January 1st

By Mister Promo | January 1, 2016

Freddy E. (a. 22)

Rapper (YouTuber)

B. 1:1:1991       D. 1:5:2013

Best known for his content posted on YouTube channel JerkTV.

He was signed to Tyga's record label.  He resided in Seattle,  WA and dated Honey Cocaine, a rapper from Toronto. 

On January 5, 2013 his took his life in a tragic way after posting obscure tweets.

Xavier Cugat (a. 90)
World Music Singer

B. 1:1:1900       D. 10:27:1990

Birthplace: Girona, Spain

Best known as Lain bandleader from the 1930s through the 1950s. He recorded hit track "Perfidia.

In 1966 he would marry Charo.

Before his fame he was a classical violinist in the Orchestra of the Teatro Nacional.

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Celebrity Birthdays January 1st 2016

January 1st 2016

Nia Lovelis Drummer of Cherri Bomb, age 18 

Noah Sierota Bassist of Ecohsmith, age 19

Tank R&B Singer, age 39

Jessica Jarrell R&B Singer, age 20

Grandmaster Flash Hip-Hop Legend, age 57

Jona Weinhofen Guitarist of I Killed the Prom Queen, age 32