Music Review: Omarion- “Ollusion”

Omarion is back with a new album “Ollusion”. Following the release of his, “21″ album which featured the infectious “Entourage” and “Ice Box” and his collab album with Bow Wow “Face Off”, Omarion comes with his first album to sport a Parental Advisory sticker. After seeing the videos and hearing the singles, I was kind of apprehensive about this one. However, the slow numbers definitely makes up for the cheesyness like “I Get It In”. Check out our track by track review after the jump.
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Sophia Fresh: “So Phreakin’ Fresh”

Girl Groups seem to be a thing of the past. The last few to survive were Destiny’s Child and TLC, but this year a slew of girl groups have been making some noise. First up we have Electrik Red, that’s The Dream’s raunchy, provocative girls. Then there was Rich Harrison’s Rich Girl who created a small buzz and is currently on tour with Beyonce. Next up to bat is T-Pain’s Sophia Fresh.
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Melanie Fiona Is Ready For The World

“Give It To Me Right”- This is the first single. A hot track that sets a great tone for the album and her career as a whole. If you haven’t heard the song request it at your local radio station or on 106 & Park. It’s different and a hot record. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5 out of 5.

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Electrik Red’s Debut Is On Point!

“Muah”: Electrik Red proclaims that their kissing game is the shit on “Muah”. They kiss their way through a chorus similar to the chorus on “So Good”. Electrik Guitars and all. This track couldn’t get any more seductive. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

“So Good”: This track is “So Ooh Shit Damn So Good”, Tricky and the Dream really did their thing on this head knodding track. With the right promo this track could be doing so much more damage on the airwaves right now. The video is also a nice treat from this sexy, yet fun group. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

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Busta’s Back On His B.S.!

Busta Rhymes “Back On My B.S.” Drops May 19th! Support him!

“Wheel of Fortune” (Intro): Dope intro track. We are treated to a choir of people singing “Back on my B.S.”. Lol! That’s Busta for you. Then the track begins with a nice old school vibe done by DJ Scratch. Nice way to start the album Bus! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Give Em What They Askin For”: “They say we make the greatest hits. Who am I To disagree?” We feel the same way Swizzy! We can’t disagree at all. Not as infectious as “Touch It”, but it is definitely a banger! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Respect My Conglomerate” (Feat. Lil’ Wayne & Jadakiss): You probably heard this one on the radio or saw the video on 106 & Park (I Know we did!). Features two Hip Hop artists who are on top of their game and reminisces Old Skool Busta. Dope track. No complaints here. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

“Shoot For The Moon”: Busta wants to land on the stars on this one. However theres really nothing out of this world on this one. Cool album filler. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Hustler’s Anthem ’09” (Feat. T-Pain): Dang right you keep hustling T-Pain. Here’s another track laced with a hook by Tallahassee’s T-Pain. Doesn’t it seem like he squeezes his way on every album? The track is cool. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Kill Dem” (Feat. Pharrell & Tosh): The Neptunes! I think Busta Rhymes is on his Jamaican tip on this one…lol. Dope nonetheless. Neptunes chords, cow bells, and saxophones,nice. Haha, is Pharrell saying “Look at that muffin”. Wow, Lol! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Arab Money” (Feat. Ron Browz): I know a lot of people hate on Ron Browz, but this track is hot. Love the sample, love the beat, it’s a pretty crazy single. Other than this being another LP from Busta, this is what really got me interested in checking out this album. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

“I’m A Go And Get Ma…” (Feat. Mike Epps): Lol, Mike Epps is crazy! A little comedy relief, isn’t Busta known for that? DJ Scratch did this one too. Diggin’ the congos! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“We Want In” (Feat. Ron Browz, Flipmode Movement, Spliff Star, Show Money): Here’s Ron Browz again on a hook. This beat goes. You can’t resist nodding to this one. If Rah Digga was still with Flipmode I guess she would be on this track. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“We Miss You” (Feat. DeMarco & Jelly Roll): I feel like Akon should be on this track. I’m not saying I want him on it in anyway lol, but it just seems like one of those tracks. Not bad, I could actually see Outkast straight murdering this beat. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Sugar” (Feat. Jelly Roll): “Can’t wait to taste your sugar”. Here’s the making love song on the album. Feeling it! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Don’t Believe Em (Feat. Akon &T.I.)”: Here’s Akon! T.I. may be the best thing about this track. This one is kind of generic. I will say the song has a nice message! EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Decision (Feat. Jamie Foxx, Mary J. Blige, John Legend & Common) : Nice little inspirational track. All star line up, but I kind of lost interest quickly. Don’t know why? This song became background music quickly. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“World go Round (Feat. Estelle)”: This track is on some EuroPop ish. Word is that it’s Busta’s next single. This sound seems to be in so maybe it will work for him. Estelle sounds good on the chorus. Not bad, but interesting way to close this album. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

Was Ciara’s “Fantasy Ride” Worth The Long Wait?

Ciara’s “Fantasy Ride” Drops May 5th! Check out what we think!

“Ciara to the Stage”: Originally titled “Explode”, the Tricky Stewart opening is a great start for this album. The slow sensual track has Ciara pouring her heart out to her lover. Ciara even gives us a little bit of her rapping on the slow number. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Love Sex Magic”: We first have to say that Ciara should give Justin a big hug for finally getting her a hit for this album. Big ups to you for that one man and we definitely looking out for your next album! Now, on to the track. I never really was a fan of this single, but I guess it did what they needed it to do. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“High Price”: I remember when this first leaked. Personally, I think this Dream/Tricky Stewart produced track is crazy! Ludacris of course comes hard on his verse and Ciara is pretty dope on the song too. Ciara says she should be a threat, because she is the bomb! We hear you C. EarStyle.Net Rating: 4.5/5

“Turntables”: Danja has a lot going on with the production here. It’s kind of hot though. Kind of. This track even comes complete with an appearance by Chris Brown. At first fans thought that the singer would be removed from the track after the controversy around him and Rihanna. Well, he’s still on it. Don’t know how I really feel about this one. EarStyle.Net Rating: 2.5/5

“Like A Surgeon”: Easily the best song on this album. With a drum pattern similar to Twista’s “Get It Wet” and the feeling of an old Timbaland track, the song is crazy! Think Aaliyah meets Ginuwine. Ciara sings to her lover, and serenades him as she says when it comes to her loving she’s like a surgeon. After this track, you will definitely want to be her next patient. This is definitely the slow jam that will take over urban radio. The label would be crazy to not eventually release this. Lovin’ it! EarStyle.Net Rating: 5/5

“Never Ever”: This is the first/second single (Don’t know if yall remember the omitted T-Pain collabo “Go Girl”). Polow does his thing as usual with this track. Young Jeezy is featured of course, I think he comes with your Polow first single. Look at Usher’s “Love in This Club”. Unfortunately, this one did not match the success of that track. The beat still knocks. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Lover’s Thing”: Soon as the beat drops we can tell this is a Los production and Dream is featured. Dream and Ciara sings about being caught up in “this Lover’s Thing”. Nice vibe! EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Work”: The up-tempo track is reworked from how we initially heard it months ago. There’s a nice little addition in the beginning from long time collaborator, Missy Elliott. Kind of has a vibe like “Turntables”, but less annoying. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“Pucker Up”: Ciara tells us “We can kiss her swag”. We’ve kind of been over the whole “swag” thing and Dark Child productions lately. This is definitely filler material right here. EarStyle.NET Rating: 2/5

“G Is for Girl (A to Z)”: Beyonce’s a Diva and Ciara’s a G! This track kind of reminds me of Keri Hilson’s “Turn Me On”. More filler material, but this one is kind of hot production and arrangement wise. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“Keep Dancin’ on Me”: This track originally featured The Dream, now Ciara rocks this one alone. I kind of lost focus on this track. It’s one of those songs that play in the background and you really don’t notice it. Probably could have been left off the album. EarStyle.NET Rating: 2/5

“Tell Me What Your Name Is”: Ciara wants to make you hers so tell her what your name is! Here’s one of the few tracks that did not leak six months in advance! The song is pretty cool. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“I Don’t Remember”: Here’s another favorite! This track tells the story of the next morning after a party. Ciara sings of still having on the same clothes from the previous night and not knowing how she ended up where she is! Ciara parties hard! This one was produced and written by Ne-Yo. The man is a beast! Now listen and clap & sing along. EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

Is Day26’s “Forever In A Day” Album Hot? Find Out What We Think!

Day26 is back with their new album, “Forever In A Day”. The album drops next week, but check out our review now!

“Just Getting Started”: The group proclaims, “Welcome to The Greatest Show on Earth”, well one thing is for sure “Making the Band” isn’t the greatest show on Earth so hopefully this album is. We did enjoy the last album so let’s see if we can say the same about this album. As the hook says, “We just getting started started”…the album is just getting started, but is the group? Seems like they might not even make it to another. This track is pure filler at its finest. Opening with filler, not good. Come on Day26! EarStyle.NET Rating: 2/5

“Imma Put It On Her ft. Diddy & Yung Joc”: It’s Bad Boy! Day26 is joined by boss man Diddy & label mate Yung Joc on their official first single. Just one question, why isn’t this getting any play? It’s catchy and the production is pretty tight! Oh, but Diddy could have been left off of this. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Shawty Wats Up ft. T-Pain”: Sounds like your typical T-Pain production. Of course it comes complete with Auto Tune. The group asks shawty what’s up and what’s it gonna be, while bragging about popping bottles and setting your average club scene. Ehhh….okay. EarStyle.NET Rating: 2.5/5

“Think Of Me”: Soon as the beat dropped I thought of Bobby V and I just knew this was a Tim & Bob production. Nice & laid back, what I kind of expect from the group. The group tells their ladies to think of them, because they are the only that can satisfy them. Not bad. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Stadium Music”: Everyone is coming with a little rock edge these days. Day26 follows the trend on this hot track produced by B. Cox. “My love is like Stadium Music/Put your whole body through it”, all yall concert goers know that feeling. Must be something serious! EarStyle.NET Rating: 5/5

“Bi-Polar”: A lot is going on with this track, but at the same time it’s not too bad. Vocals are cool, but don’t really have too much to say about this one so let’s just give it a grade. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“Perfectly Blind”: Cool breezy feel to the track. I’m really feeling this one right here. It drags on a bit, but it’s tolerable. Earstyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“So Good”: This track is giving me vibes from the first album. Definitely a good thing! It’s not too much going on, and the production is very subtle and the showcase is on the vocals. I really like this one. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4.5/5

“Girlfriend”: “I Need a Girl…Girlfriend”. You hear that ladies? Day26 and your boy need a girlfriend, so hit us up! LOL, but the track is cool. It’s not really overwhelming or underwhelming…I really like the chorus. That’s about it. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“Babymaker”: Look at the title and I guess you can pretty much guess what this one is about. If you still don’t get it Day26 can help you out, “This is a babymaker”. This one is pretty dope. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3.5/5

“Then There’s You”: Nice track. Enough said. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Need That ft. Jermaine Dupri”: Oh a club track! Taking us to Baltimore (and Philly!) with this one! I literally had a smile on my face when the song came on. This one will be in heavy rotation by default! I definitely did not see this coming. On the flip side, this track is a little cheesy and it really does not offer much, but who cares? I don’t. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Reminds Me Of You”: This kind of has an old school feel to the harmonies and all. I can see this one coming on while you are cruising on a sunny day with a little wind. Yeah, this one is smooth. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

“Your Heels”: Jazze Pha? Where you been and why aren’t you helping out Ciara? Back to Day26, this is filler material. EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

“Truth Is A Lie”: Sounds familiar. EarStyle.NET Rating: 4/5

So here’s the final verdict: From the tracks that previously leaked and that did not make the album, I definitely feel like some of the other tracks should have made the final tracklisting. The album isn’t bad at all, it just doesn’t have the standouts like the first one did. There’s definitely improvement, but nothing is my new “Come With Me”, “I’m The Reason”, or “If It Wasn’t For You”. Hopefully, they do some numbers with this one so Que can calm down a bit!

EarStyle.NET Rating: 3/5

BRUTHA X SELF-TITLED ALBUM X HOT?

Brutha  ! Their self titled album has finally debuted. I’ve always been curious of how their album would turn out from watching their show on BET. Their life story seemed to entrigue me since they have been in a struggle… Regardless of that , their album which includes stories of relationships, soulful and pop beats , and imagery. It’s definitely something you fellas can relate to.

The first track titled Bang Bang describes  a relationship that isn’t going to great . I thought the penmanship of the lyrics could have been a tad bit better.. “ This relationship is Gay “..Other than that it’s an okay track , nothing that really “banged” to me.

The second track, which is their first single feature fabulous, titled Can’t hear the music , is a hot track !

I think my favorite record on the album though is “Ghost” . It depicts things that  are deeper in the relationship and how he realizes that , but unfortunately it’s an amnesia song. . they want to forget about the relationship and how hard it is to get over the past.

Some production came from the talented duo The Cornor Boyz and Corey Bold. But I believe the production on the album could have been a bit stronger. It doesn’t hit “hard” to me.

Overall… an okay album Boys !

FRESH Sounds , Sultry Voices , Musiq Soulchild’s Album , ON MY RADIO — a must grab !

Musiq soul child has been blessing us with his soulful melodies and sultry sounds for years. Finally, his new album entitled ONMYRADIO, gives us tales of love, hardship, and emotion, One of his best.

His first track entitled “ Back again” he starts with a brief intro.. “ I thought it was over baby…!” Displaying his comeback with a dope album . Classic drums, with crisp piano sounds. IT explains how his love is coming back but he doen’t want to accept it back. “ I thought It as over.. but here you come back again.. Welcome back.. welcome back.”

The second track called “Until” , suppresses a cool and calm track, expressing love and emotion. A Soulful melodic sample is used which really gives a mold to the track.

One of my favorite records “If You Leave” , is probably one of those duets you can’t seem to stop playing. Featured on this track is Mary J Blige . I Love the record.

Musiq always knows how to express his feelings by telling a story, portrays love in a melodic way. Tracks to be put on repeat include “Deserve you more” , Special, Love of my life” .

His album is an A plus for me, with soulful melodies and his beautiful voice. MUST COP !

Slim of 112 say’s “Love’s Crazy”, but is his album hot? Find out!

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Slim formerly of R&B Group 112, already proved that he could hold his own on the solo tip with his hit single “So Fly”, which features Young Joc. The single blazed airwaves all over the country this past summer. See if his debut solo album “Love’s Crazy” stacks up to the hype from his first single.

We begin with the intro to the album which is entitled “Intro Psalm”, an interesting intro which recites the Bible’s 23^rd Psalm. Slim offers smooth background vocals, before he proclaims “God’s First”. Slim boasts about his shawty that’s a ten on the first song “She Got That”, produced by T-Pain. Next we are treated to the Ryan Leslie produced “Good Lovin’” which features the hit-producer and Fabolous. Slim is basically telling a girl that he can give her all the “good lovin’” that she needs. Apparently, this track is the second single and it’s not bad. The track is followed by the Odd.N.Endz first single “So Fly”. Of course, you already know all about the track.

The “Baby Yu (Interlude)” is a radio skit which reminds all of the fans and any new fans of Slim’s past with his group 112. I’m definitely loving “So Gone”, which features Faith Evans (Where she been at?)”. The song begins with an electric guitar which lays the fundamentals down for the sexy song where Slim tells exactly how he feels about his girl. It’s great to hear Faith Evans again, especially on a real hot and sexy track, definitely a standout. “Sweet Baby”, continues the good loving mood of the album. It seems like someone is a little whipped. There are really no bad stories here so far. Slim lets it be known that ladies don’t need anything, but a sexy pair of heels on the sexy “Heels On”. The seductive track features Yung Berg and Deezo. The track is alright. Next up, Slim takes it to the bedroom on the slow number, “Bedtime Stories”. It seems like the Dream and Tricky Stewart stopped through on the Prince influenced “U Got Me (Addicted)”. To our surprise up & coming producer and songwriter Malay actually penned and produced the track. You may remember the name from the latest seasons of Making the Band.

On the T-Pain mid-tempo “Don’t Say It”, Slim sings “Don’t say you’re done, don’t say no more, don’t say you’re leaving”. This seems to be the beginning of when all of the love is starting to go. On the Mario Winans produced “Leave U Alone”, which has a kick to it a little something like Danity Kane’s “Damaged”, Mario sings about his girl who cheated. Now he has to let her go. What happened to all the love? I’m definitely feeling the track though. It almost makes you want to dance, but the man just got cheated on by his girl. I guess we can nod and feel his pain. “More” is an excellent interlude where Slim tells a girl that she deserves more. Slim never meant for his girl to get away on the track “Apologize”, which is also produced by heavyweight Mario Winans. The closing up-tempo “Love’s Crazy”, is full of Atlanta All Stars. The track features OutKast rapper Big Boi, who is also due to release a solo album soon and hit producers Organized Noize, whom are responsible for TLC’s “Waterfalls”. The melody of the chorus kind of reminds me of the chorus from “We Can Do It Anywhere”. Maybe it’s just me.

Overall, Slim produced a hot album. I definitely do not see any problems for longevity for this album. The album has many tracks that could be potential hit singles. I’d recommend that you go out and cop this album November 18, 2008 and support him. Some of my personal favorite cuts from the album are “So Fly”, “Love’s Crazy”, “Leave U Alone”, “U Got Me (Addicted)”, and “So Gone”. Head over to the media section and Let us know what you think!

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