Video Pick: J. Cole Pays Tribute To Aaliyah

J. Cole pays tribute to the late talented songstress, actress, and dancer Aaliyah. R.I.P. Aaliyah.

Video Preview: Jazmine Sullivan – “Holding You Down (Goin’ In Circles)”

Jazmine Sullivan is back and ready four Round 2! Check out this sneak peak of the Philly native’s latest video “Holding You Down (Goin’ In Circles)”. The video features appearances by Missy Elliott, Doug E. Fresh, Pepa from Salt N Pepa, Pete Rock and Kwame. The video will be premiering on VEVO and 106 & Park Monday, August 30th! It looks like a good one!

Video Pick: Missy Elliott, TLC, Tweet – “Can You Hear Me” / Tribute To Aaliyah

Many of you may know that today marks the 9th anniversary of the sudden loss of the beautiful and talented Aaliyah. In 2002, Missy Elliott, TLC, and Tweet united for a tribute track for Aaliyah, Lefteye, and other fallen soldiers in music. The track, “Can U Hear Me” also features a chilling voice recording from Aaliyah’s own mother. Check out the track below! R.I.P. Aaliyah!

Jazmine Sullivan Talks New Album

Jazmine Sullivan is about to drop her sophomore album “Love Me Back” this fall. Last weekend she made a stop in Baltimore at the Stone Soul Picnic and spoke with 92Q Jams own Dre Johnson. Listen to Jazmine talk about the inspiration for her new album and hear her sing a bit of her new song acapella. Wow! The album is executive produced by Missy Elliott and Salaam Remi and entirely written by Jazmine. The current single “Holding You Down (Goin’ In Circles) is rising on the R&B charts and the video for the track should be dropping soon.

Live: T.I. ft. Keri Hilson – “Got Your Back” (Live on Jimmy Kimmel Show)

Here’s T.I. performing his new single with Keri Hilson. If I am going to have a feature on my track I will make sure that the person will be able to perform our track live. Come on Keri.

The Making Of: “Power”

I CAN’T WAIT. The video premieres tomorrow night at 11pm EST on MTV.

Where Are All of The Pretty Girls?

Big ups to my girl @AljaJackson!

KanYe Performs Three New Tracks From Album

Kanye stopped past the Facebook offices today and blessed them with some new tracks off of his new album. There’s all kinds of crazy talk about the album being pushed back, it not being called, “Good Ass Job” and more, but one thing that I know for sure is that it’s going to be crazy! The tracks performed are rumored to be titled “Mama’s Boyfriend”, “Heavy Chain”, and “Sweat On My Face”. September 14th can’t come any sooner.
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Dondria Vs. Phatfffat Countdown: Day 6

Here’s a track that was recorded before Dondria signed with So So Def. I really hope the voice is not held back on her upcoming album, because this proves that this girl can really sing. If you are a fan of Dondria or just a fan of some good R&B definitely check this one out! This will not be on her album, but it’s a must have in your collection.

DOWNLOAD: “I Love You”

Sneak Peak: T.I. ft. Keri Hilson – “Got Your Back”

Keri is looking pretty dang good in this new trailer for T.I.’s “Got Your Back” video. The Atlanta rapper is preparing the release of his new album, “King Uncaged”. The album was originally supposed to drop in August, but now it have a release date of September 28th. It looks like music lovers will be emptying their pockets in September with all of these good upcoming releases!

N*E*R*D on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Last night N*E*R*D ripped the Jimmy Kimmel stages and we have the footage here! They performed their first single “Hot N’ Fun” and their second single “Party People”. Both singles are taken from their upcoming fourth album “Nothing”, which will drop in stores September 7th!

The Dream Performs “Single Ladies” and “Umbrella” on Jimmy Fallon!

“Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)”

The-Dream stopped pass “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” after announcing his split with Christina Milian. While he was there he was joined by house band The Roots and performed hits from his own catalog and some hits he penned himself. Two of the tracks were Beyonce’s “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) and “Umbrella”. As far as the performances go, well maybe he should just lip-sync.

“Love King

“Umbrella”

Usher Like You’ve Never Seen Him Before

Here’s an exclusive look at Usher’s “Behind The Music” which premieres tonight on VH1 at 8pm EST! It looks like it’s going to be a good one just judging from the clip alone. Make sure y’all check that out and discuss it on twitter with me @earstyleXzay

Covered: “OMG/Rude Boy”

I have to give a shout out to Drew over at www.projectdrew.com for sending me this video! Three friends got together and created a dope and very unique cover of “OMG” by Usher and “Rude Boy” by Rihanna. I loved it so much that I ripped the audio from the video and provided a download link for anyone else who enjoy it!

DOWNLOAD: “OMG/RudeBoy”

MTV: When I Was 17…Pharrell Edition

“When I Was 17″ — Pharrell from FanscapeTelevision on Vimeo.

Video Pick: Pharrell Gets More Than A Good Laugh On ‘Chelsea Lately’

Pharrell stopped by the ‘Chelsea Lately‘ show (weeknights, 11PM ET on E!) to promote his new “Despicable Me” project and he gets a little more than a few chuckles. Pharrell was a bit curious about her assets and well, he got a bit more than he asked for! If you are not hip to ‘Chelsea Lately’ then you definitely need to check it out. She always have hilarious interviews and all of her guests definitely have a great time! Watch the clip to take your mind off this heat, and I am sure you need a good laugh on this “hump day”!

Dondria vs. Phatfffat Countdown: Day 4

NEWS FLASH: The Album will now be dropping August 17th to allow time for her second single “Shawty Wus Up” to grow.
Now, back to our countdown. Here is an exclusive preview of Dondria’s new album. Judging from this sampler alone, I can already tell that “Dondria vs. Phatfffat” will be a solid R&B offering. It’s refreshing to get that these days since everyone is moving into the Dance and Euro-Pop direction. Not that anything is wrong with that, but we still need that variety! Check it out!

Dondria vs. Phatfffat Countdown: Day 3

I know, I know. I am a day late, but I was having some problems with my internet connection, but everything is good now and we are back on track! Here’s a snippet of Dondria singing “Kissed By The Sun”, a ballad that will appear on the album which is set to drop August 3rd! It’s a beautiful song that I am definitely looking forward to. Don’t forget that we will have Dondria’s second single’s video on the site Monday July 5th!

Dondria Vs. Phatfffat Countdown: Day 2

EarStyle.Net is counting down the release until So So Def’s R&B Princess Dondria drops her debut album “Dondria vs. Phatfffat” on August 3rd! Here is a behind the scenes look at Dondria’s new “Shawty Wus Up” video which features Johnta Austin & Diamond. The video will be dropping on Monday July 5th so check back here for the Spankin’ New Video!

Video Pick: A Prank That Went Too Far

This is not related to music in any way, but I am sure some of y’all need a good laugh! Watch this scare prank that goes a little too far. I’m over here dying, but I really feel bad for that woman. She will probably never be able to dive or get in the car alone at night ever again.