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Producer Duo Pop and Oak Talk Sparkle, Elle Varner and Alicia Keys

Date Added: 2012-02-01 08:23:36 | Interview By Cola Janneti | Comments: (0)

They say it's not how you start but how you finish. Andrew "Pop" Wansel, son of Philly Sound and Philadelphia International songwriter/producer Dexter Wansel, and Warren "Oak" Felder have paid their dues and now are reaping the benefits. They are following the same blueprint paved before them by some of music's greatest production duos like Gamble & Huff, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewi...

Rico Love: 2012 Prediction, Love & Hip Hop, Brandy & Monica

Date Added: 2012-01-24 11:39:47 | Interview By G. Gentles | Comments: (0)

Appearing on VH1's Love & Hip Hop... It was crazy because Mona Scott reached out to me and said my name kept coming up in different conversations throughout the show and throughout different people who were on the cast and behind the scenes. So she reached out through Rich (Dollaz). He is my man and Rich was really coming to meet with me about working ...

VV Brown: Music Is The Message

Date Added: 2012-01-09 10:11:21 | Interview By Connie Tang | Comments: (0)

Indie pop soul singer  Vanessa "VV" Brown first entered the scene in 2009 and has since sold out her UK tours, toured with Jill Scott and Mary J. Blige, and has become a complete international sensation. Now she looks to continue to grow that success with her sophomore album ‘Lollipops & Politics,' which is due out next month. Led by the playful-sounding "Children," VV looks to delve in...

LLoyd - Inspired

Date Added: 2011-12-30 09:37:31 | Interview By Connie Tang | Comments: (0)

As a whole, 2011 was filled with R&B artists dominating the charts, including the R&B crooner Lloyd. After releasing his highly anticipated follow-up to his 2008’s ‘Lessons in Love,’ the singer took over the charts with his singles off of his latest album ‘King of Hearts’. With his single “

Desiree Jordan: Ahead of the Pack

Date Added: 2011-12-29 19:35:27 | Interview By Staff | Comments: (6)

Singersroom stumbled upon Desiree Jordan's single "You and Me" in our stack of emails and it turned out to be a welcoming surprise. After featuring the record in our music section, the readers quickly migrated to the song giving it high praises; something Jordan did not foresee. The Washington D.C. native is a self described "alternative soul" singer/pianist, who gained experience as a gospel...

Chuck Harmony - R&B's Chief Ambassador

Date Added: 2011-12-21 10:04:50 | Interview By Staff | Comments: (1)

Grammy Award winning producer Chuck Harmony has one goal and that's reintroducing the "swag" to rhythm and blues. No, he is not attempting to create a new dance move or change the fashion style; rather he is assembling a group of R&B ambassadors that fans from all genres will view as icons.

In his recent interview with Singersroom, Harmony discusses the pitfalls hurting the R&...

Jacob Latimore: Teenage Stardom

Date Added: 2011-12-15 09:52:11 | Interview By Connie Tang | Comments: (2)

Teen sensation Jacob Latimore is poised to join stardom much like some of his idols, with the ability to be a great all-around entertainer that can rock out on the mic and show off his dance moves. Only in the midst of his teenage years, Jacob has accomplished quite a lot for someone his age. He not only has a record deal, but he's managed to make a household name for himself, which eventually l...

Joe: R&B Creative Boundaries

Date Added: 2011-12-12 10:31:32 | Interview By Staff | Comments: (1)

Veteran R&B singer Joe released his ninth studio album, ‘The Good, The Bad, The Sexy,’ a few months ago as a follow-up to his 2009 project ‘Signature.’ Led by the Darkchild-produced single “Losing,” the album debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 charts.

Aside from releasing a his highly anticipated album, the Grammy-nominated singer spoke with us exclusively about the growth of...

Carl Thomas: Love, Politics, & Emotions

Date Added: 2011-12-08 08:02:04 | Interview By Connie Tang | Comments: (0)

After taking a four-year hiatus, R&B singer/songwriter Carl Thomas is back and is ready to ‘conquer’ the music industry once again with his newest fourth studio album.  During his break, Carl spent much of his time recording for the new project, as well as touring throughout the nation, performing singles like “I Wish” and “Emotional.” The soul man’s new LP, ‘Conquer,’ consists of eleve...

Rochelle Jordan: Caught Out There

Date Added: 2011-12-05 09:33:54 | Interview By Connie Tang | Comments: (0)

Toronto native Rochelle Jordan has been making a name for herself, especially with the release of 'R O J O,' a project with in-house producer Klash. On the project, Rochelle showcased her raw and unique talent on the 15-track set, which was reminiscent of the 90s sound. Drawing elements from the likes Aaliyah, Kelis, Samantha James, and even Paramore; it was largely Ameriie and her deb...

Syleena Johnson: Breaking Down Life

Date Added: 2011-11-29 08:51:01 | Interview By Michael Richie / Transcribed By Aleta Watson | Comments: (0)

With age comes wisdom, and music veteran Syleena Johnson is as wise as they come. In a recent interview with Singersroom, the bombshell mother, wife, and performer, schools readers on love, marriage, fashion, music and forgiveness. The uninhibited singer-songwriter doesn’t hold her tongue when identifying the downfall of two parent homes and eternal love versus seasonal love. If you can’...

Jhené Aiko: Sound Check

Date Added: 2011-11-28 11:18:59 | Interview By Soul Train | Comments: (0)

Every now and then an artist comes along and makes a big splash. Sometimes they're new, other times they're a bit seasoned and are showing a side listeners have never seen. This is the case with Cali songstress Jhené Aiko—who most recently was known as the girl with snippets and surprise songs on the defunct R&B group B2K's albums.

Now re-launched into the spotlight — thanks to the su...

Maysa: Numbing Feelings of Love

Date Added: 2011-11-23 13:18:28 | Interview By AO | Comments: (0)

As Maysa celebrates her twentieth year in the music business, she continues with the same goals of using music to heal, celebrate and love. After starting her career as a member of Stevie Wonder's vocalist ensemble, she was awarded a gift from Stevie as he penned "Have Sweet Dreams" for her latest project 'Motions of Love.' On her new album, she treks outside the soul and jazz style she is known...

Sounds of Blackness: The Evolution of Gospel

Date Added: 2011-11-15 13:30:30 | Interview By Soul Train | Comments: (0)

It's been over 20 years since the group Sounds of Blackness hit the airwaves with their first album The Evolution of Gospel, and even longer since the group formed. SoulTrain had a chance to talk with the group's conductor, producer, and principal songwriter Gary Hines about music, healing, and the new release Sounds of Blackness.

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[Lil] Eddie Serrano Talks Dropping His Moniker, Being Overlooked, Going International

Date Added: 2011-11-11 09:39:24 | Interview By Cola Janneti | Comments: (0)

Edwin "Lil Eddie" Serrano has been writing for some of your favorite artists for almost a decade. Within that time span, he has built a cult following overseas.  Now he is ready to demand your respect for him as a solo artist. The Spanish Harlem native talks to Singersroom about songwriting, getting his first taste of the business and much more.