Promoting: Urban Noize

Urban Noize is a two part production team based in Miami, Florida. They have produced a multitude of mixtapes and exclusive remixes, like this amazing rendition of Mariah Carey’s “Touch My Body” that I’m sharing with you today.

Artist Update: Vanessa Hudgens’ Identified = Sophisticated Funk?

As July 1^st approaches, Vanessa Hudgens‘ sophomore album, Identified, is almost ready to be released to her fans that are anxiously waiting to hear some new material from her. Her debut album, V, dropped in the late summer of 2006, spawning two singles, with one of them, “Say OK”, making it to the #64 spot on the Billboard Hot 100. With Identified, Vanessa claims to be bringing a more mature, “sophisticated,” album that will be “funky” as well as “fun.”

Review: The Pussycat Dolls – When I Grow Up (Single)

After a failed attempt at becoming a solo artist, Nicole Scherzinger decided to regroup with her four backup dancers and continue on with the Pussycat Dolls. On “When I Grow Up,” she still seems to be the only one providing any distinguishable vocals, which disappoints me. Other members of the group, like Melody Thornton, have proven they are capable of singing. They could at least allow the rest of the dolls to sing backup vocals.

Promoting: Hilary McRae

Hilary McRae’s debut album, Through These Walls, is available now!  Released by Hear Music, this record showcases McRae’s soulful smoky voice along with her piano skills and seasoned songwriting abilities.  She’s backed by a powerful set of horns that were arranged by Charlie Calello, who has arranged music for legends such as Frank Sinatra and Bruce Springsteen.  At 21 years old, McRae shines wise beyond her years as she draws upon past relationships and heartbreak to help craft many the messages behind the twelve songs on the record.   With upbeat tracks like the lead single “Every Day (When Will You Be Mine)” to the smooth and sultry “Let’s Stop,” Through These Walls is a record with something for everyone to enjoy.   

Review: Katy Perry – I Kissed A Girl (Single)

Katy Perry’s second single, “I Kissed A Girl“, is a groovy pop gem that will leave you wanting to hear more from her. Her voice is impressively charismatic as she powers out her recollection of something she did after a few too many drinks. The tune is catchy enough and the driving bass line will make you turn the song up so you can feel it, while you sing along.