From outward appearance, this is a strange collabo straight from the left field bleachers. If this doesn’t make Raymond Vs. Raymond, I’ll bet a Big Mac L.A.D. buys it back to release somewhere along the line. No way this Bangledesh beat falls to the wayside. Read the rest of this entry »

The papers must signed, sealed & delivered because Usher’s back where he belongs… in the club.  With some help from Ms. Ménage Minaj and Polow on the beat (although Grandma may not approve of the Stevie sample given the content).  Hopefully, this is just Usher getting back in the swing of things. Because while this is club ready, it sounds a bit familiar given his discography & recent track record.  Can’t catch lightning in a bottle twice sir, better go holler at L.A.

Which reminds me to send a quick congratulations to Usher for “Yeah” being pegged song of the decade by America’s Top 40 Countdown.  While the show’s faded towards the background over the years, it’s pretty big accomplishment since it’s based all on radio spins and chart positions.  Not bad for song he initially wasn’t sold on & has an interesting back story.

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Download – Usher Feat. Nicki Minaj – “Lil’ Freak” (Prod. By Polow Da Don)

Bonus — Usher Feat. Nicki Minaj – “Lil’ Freak” (Instrumental)

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Never in history has infidelity been as positive to one’s career like it has with Usher Raymond. His magnum opus, the now legendary Confessions, was produced with infidelity being its main ingredient. Now out of a rocky marriage, Ush seems to be attempting to conjure those same feelings again with his new album Raymond vs. Raymond.

The mood surrounding this album was difficult to predict. At best, its buzz was average. “Papers” was certainly a quality record and a nice sample of what was to hopefully come. His appearance on Trey’s hit was a great way to close out 2009. However, when the “album” leaked a few weeks ago, the result was so-so at best. Fortunately, most of those records probably wouldn’t make the final cut anyway. “Foolin’ Around” was not found on the aforementioned leak, but already has the makings of an album standout. Read the rest of this entry »

Show of hands, who’s actually anticipating this album?

*raises hand*

What? And why wouldn’t I? Read the rest of this entry »

After a brief marriage and somewhat of a lackluster effort last-go-round, ATL’s Prince of Pop Usher has returned quicker than usual with his sincere new single, “Papers,” off the multi-platinum-selling artist’s upcoming sixth studio, Monster Raymond vs. Raymond. Read the rest of this entry »