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Carl Thomas: Conquer – Verve Music Group
After facing several battles in his personal life, Carl Thomas reemerges with the new album ‘Conquer.’ The set is led by the Rico Love-produced 60s and 70s infused first single “Don’t Kiss Me,” which displays Thomas' signature vocal style that fans recall from hits like "Emotional." ‘Conquer’ serves as Thomas’ first album in four years an...
THE REVIEW: Carl Thomas' New Album 'Conquer'
Carl Thomas, the soulful, platinum recording artists known for such hits as, "I Wish," "Summer Rain," and "Emotional," to name a few, is back and definitely looking to impress and "conquer" the game with this assertive album that does everything an R&B head could "wish" for. I've personally been looking forward to this album (as a true appreciator of genuine R&B). Let's get into it.
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Carl Thomas' New Album 'Conquer' Now Set For December 6
After a few dates shifting, R&B crooner Carl Thomas will release his new album, ‘Conquer,’ on December 6 via Verve Music Group. The set is led by the Rico Love-produced 60s and 70s infused first single “Don’t Kiss Me,” which displays Thomas' signature vocal style that fans recall from hits like "Emotional."
“I am back,” states Carl Thomas. ...
EXCLUSIVE: Next Member RL Talks Failed Marriage, Suicidal Thoughts and Artists Conforming
Next member RL, who is responsible for a string of hits in the 90s including “Too Close” and “Wifey,” recently opened up to Singersroom about a series of topics; professional and personal. Currently recording a new album entitled 'Music 101' with his group and production company Minnesota Nights, RL says their taking their time to “do it right,” instead of conforming to what’s out there now.
Justin Timberlake To Play Neil Bogart In Biopic
Deadline.com reports that Justin Timberlake has signed on to star in the feature film "Spinning Gold," a biopic of famous 1970s record producer Neil Bogart, co-founder of Casablanca Records.
Timberlake will also make his debut as a feature producer on the movie, which hails from Boardwalk Films, a division of indie media company Boardwalk Entertainment Group, recently launched by Bog...
Rihanna, Melanie Fiona Songwriter Charlie Vox Readies Debut Album, Premieres New Single
Siri Music Group will commemorate the release of “Lie Instead,” the debut single from Charlie Vox, on September 13. This will be Siri Music Group’s first release under its new licensing deal with eONE Music Distribution, “As if we weren't or aren't excited enough to release Charlie’s incredible single, the fact th...
Justin Timberlake Named in Dirty Dancing Remake
Singer-actor Justin Timberlake is reportedly one of the front runners in the upcoming remake of the classic film Dirty Dancing.
According to bookmakers, the 'Friends with Benefits' actor is said to be a favorite to play the part of Johnny Castle, the leading role made famous by Patrick Swayze in the 1980's hit movie.
Timberlake will be in stiff competition for the role as he ...
Justin Timberlake's Bodyguard Arrested After Photographer Assault
After snappers caught one of Justin Timberlake's bodyguards allegedly assaulting a photographer in London earlier this week, authorities has arrested the security member, reports UK’s The Sun.
The incident took place at Nobu restaurant in Mayfair, London on Tuesday night (August 2), where Timberlake dined with his "Friends with Benefits" co-star Mila Kunis and some friends.
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Justin Timberlake's Bodyguard Snapped Kicking Paparazzi
Justin Timberlake may have a hefty lawsuit coming his way soon. One of his bodyguards was snapped kicking a photographer, who was allegedly blocking Timberlake's entrance to a fancy eatery.
The melee took place at Nobu restaurant in Mayfair, London on Tuesday night, August 2, where Timberlake dined with his "Friends with Benefits" co-star and actress Mila Kunis and some friends.
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Justin Timberlake Takes Strategic Role at Newly Sold Myspace
Justin Timberlake has turned his role as an owner in the movie Social Network into reality. The pop superstar, who played Napster co-founder Sean Parker in the hit film, based on the beginnings of Facebook, took stock in one FB’s biggest rival, MySpace.com.
Myspace was recently acquired by online advertising network Specific Media after News Corp. sold the failing platform for $35 mi...
Alleged Mistress Admits to Robbing Ray Charles, Aborting Baby
In a new book, an alleged mistress of Ray Charles writes about robbing the blind R&B legend to pay for her house. In "Ray & Me," a then married Marci Soto claims she had an affair with Charles beginning in 1968, while he was married to wife Della, and says she only took what was coming to her.
"I certainly didn't feel like I was robbing the blind. I felt like he was ready to ...
EXCLUSIVE: Carl Thomas Inks New Deal, New Album Coming June 2011
There is a special treat for R&B lovers coming real soon. Veteran crooner Carl Thomas has inked a new record deal with Verve Music Group to release his fourth album, which is currently untitled.
Joining acts like John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock and Avant on Verve, Thomas will begin to release new music starting in March. A rep for Thomas tells Singersroom that the new effort will be ...
Charlie Wilson's 'You Are' Still Standing Strong
Grammy nominee, Charlie Wilson continues his No. 1 reign on the Urban Adult Contemporary chart with his current single “You Are.” The standout track, lifted from his Jive Records third solo album ‘Just Charlie,’ has been at the top of the chart for six consecutive weeks.
“You Are” is Wilso...
Charlie Wilson: 'Some Writers Are Time-Locked And Don't Continue to Reinvent'
R&B singer Charlie Wilson, who will release his third solo album, 'Just Charlie,' on December 7, says some artists don't know how to write music outside their time.
"Some writers are time-locked and don't continue to reinvent," Wilson tells Billboard of his approach in selecting songs for the album, whose theme he describes as "men appreciating women." "And I'm trying to cut reco...
Veteran Charlie Wilson Preps New Album, First Single Charts Heavy
R&B pioneer Charlie Wilson is gearing up for the
release of third solo disc ‘Just Charlie,’ the follow-up to his critically
acclaimed 2009 album ‘Uncle Charlie,’ hitting stores December 7th.
The set is led
by the first single “You Are,” which gave Wilson his biggest ...










































