After more than 15 years in the music industry, five solo albums, and four Grammy nominations, Eric Benet is a rarity as he starts his own record label and prepares for the release of his sixth solo studio album titled “The One” on June 5th.

"I definitely wanna show people what I got and what I’m made of and I think I’m definitely gonna surprise people."

I had the pleasure of speaking and chopping it up with the beautiful, intelligent and funny MF. She talked about what MF was and how life can sometimes be a MF. She was and always is real and ready to expose a different side of herself. Check it out!

Tomi Jones, a singer-songwriter, model, actress and all around sweetheart has been able to create her own lane coming from Columbus. There is something about her laid back demeanor and cute smile that is refreshing.

The unexpected is what you get from soul singer Esnavi whose name means "Eclectic, Soulful, Natural, Authentic, Vivacious, and intriguing." Indeed it's has been a new "Morning Dew" for Esnavi who lives in New York City but hails from Milwaukee. Although new to the mainstream, Esnavi has been on this journey for years.

His father used to call him CC Rider. Some of his friends might call him a comedian. But the world knows him as a talented musician called Curt Chambers. His mastery of various instruments such as the drums & guitar, vocal talent, diverse taste of music and positive energy makes a recipe for a newcomer that is a force to be reckoned with.

Keith Robinson's talents, soul and style, go far beyond his amazing performances in movies such as “This Christmas” and “Dream Girls.” However, Keith is not acting when it comes to singing and giving his fans a taste of that timeless R&B music with his own twist.

It seems Pete Philly feels like he is always the outsider but he always makes us feel at home with his global mix of R&B, Hip Hop & Soul on stage or when we hear him on a track. His ability to mix sounds, rock the crowd and understand so many cultures is a testament to the power of a free flowing expression that could only be captured by music.

Pineapple Now and Laters are something like the pink Starburst in the pack ... if you like it you really like it if you don't you don't. BJ the Chicago Kid is something like the Pineapple Now and Laters or the pink Starburst if you follow him you just don’t like him you love his style and sound.

Knowing listeners will be quick to compare him to his older brother John Legend, crooner Vaughn Anthony has taken the time to perfect his skills, grow his resume and differentiate himself from his kin. As Anthony gears up for the release of his debut album, he will support the project by first releasing a mixtape entitled 'Life of a Player.'