Pylon Sounds

Ron Isley -- "Close to You" (Featuring Lauryn Hill) (via Rap-Up) This will probably go down as the oddest duet of the year, but it works! Ron Isley somehow manage to get the reclusive Lauryn Hill to sing with him on a song. The Mr. Biggs and L-Boogie duet is a remake of the Burt Bacharach & Hal David-penned song "(They Long to Be) Close...

Los Angeles rapper E Reece has dropped a new video for his inspirational song "Confession of a Dreamer" (featuring Dasha) from his latest LP Concrete Steppin. The clip features E Reece reflecting on his upbringing and the obstacles he had to overcome to become the man that he is today. Check out the video and reach for your dreams. Holla!

Charlie Wilson -- "You Are" (via Facebook) Charlie Wilson is back with a new ballad that will probably get major spins at weddings this fall. The song will appear on the crooner's still-untitled album, due out in October. I suggest playing this song when cuddling up with you significant other on a romantic autumn night. Oooo-wee! Holla!

Big Boi -- "Lookin' 4 Ya (Jedi Remix)" [Featuring Andre 3000 & Sleepy Brown] I can't believe its been four years since OutKast has released a proper song together. For those of you looking for a 'Kast reunion will have to settle for this infectious tune. The original version was supposed to be on Big Boi's latest LP Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of...

Looking at my Gucci it's about that time . . . to show y'all a dope video with some foolish rhymes. I'm not a big fan of the Gucci Mane song, "Gucci Time." Undoubtedly, it's a sure-fire club banger. The reason why I'm posting the video is because I love the visuals by director Chris Robinson. The blending of shadows and clocks between Gucci Mane...

Kanye West -- "Devil In a New Dress" Kanye West drops another gem on us as part of his G.O.O.D. Friday campaign to give away a new track every Friday until Christmas. Although he did released this one early Saturday morning (I'm not complaining). The soulful track, which was produced by Bink!, features Yeezy spitting lustful punch lines to a woman he desires. My favorites...

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Group Home -- "G.U.R.U." (Featuring Jeru the Damaja) Group Home pays tribute to the late Gang Starr frontman Keith "Guru" Elam on the elegiac track "G.U.R.U." The song, which is NOT produced by DJ Premier, features Lil Dap, Melachi the Nutcracker (*PAUSE*) and Jeru the Damaja. The trio reflect on Guru's positive influence and guidance in their rap careers. Group Home will release their upcoming...

Detroit rapper Young Scolla is a favorite here on this blog. I appreciate this man's DIY work ethic and, so far, has released some great songs via the Internet. His latest single is called "Apart," a yearning rap ballad about a failed relationship. If you listen closely, you can hear a sample from a chart-topping 2007 R&B tune. Can you guess what it is? Young...

(via Skelle'Top) | FREE DOWNLOAD ➔ theforeignexchangemusic.com The Grammy-nominated group The Foreign Exchange (rapper Phonte and producer Nicolay) are back with their first single from their upcoming third album, Authenticity (due Oct. 12). "Maybe She'll Dream Of Me" is a smooth ballad that features the tender crooning skills of Phonte over Nicolay's melodic productions. Holla!

Faith Evans dropped this gem of song, which is from her upcoming disc Something About Faith, due out Oct. 5 via E1 Records. The track features ad libs and a rap from Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. The title "Everyday Struggle" might be familiar with rap heads as it's the same title featured on the late Notorious B.I.G.'s classic LP Ready to Die. And in a...

It would be easy for me to dismiss this video as wack, but I'm not going to do that. What peaked my curiosity is International Quincy's pedigree. If you don't know, his biological father is legendary R&B crooner Al B. Sure! and his stepfather is Diddy. So, I know that talent is part of his DNA. Quincy is a chip off of his father's broad...

R. Kelly -- "When A Woman Loves" Much like his doo-wop ballad, R. Kelly offers a '50's throwback vibe in his cool new video for "When A Woman Loves." The video was directed by Jeremy Rall, and according to reports, Kels drew on memories of his mother's favorite singers, from Sam Cooke to Marvin Gaye, to create the video. It's a great video. But I...

I had to piggy-back off of Ian at Different Kitchen who was flabbergasted, as was I, when he read this headline: Louisianans Give Bush Higher Marks Than Obama for Crisis Response. [AOL Politics Daily] Oh, how soon we forget . . . let me refresh your memories: IMPEACH THE PRESIDENT Soul Survivor: Charmaine Neville Raped at Shelter During Katrina Ordeal More Reflections: Katrina -- Five...

The Jackson 5 -- "Body Language" Everybody do the love dance! Today is Michael Jackson's born day. He would have been 52 years old. Although Michael is gone, his music will always be in our hearts. R.I.P. Mike, we love you. Always and forever. Holla!

Kanye West -- "Monster" (Featuring Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj & Bon Iver) Kanye West kept his promise and dropped his first exclusive song as part of his four-month-long G.O.O.D. Friday new music campaign. Apparently, this track will appear on 'Ye's collaborative 5-song EP with Jay-Z titled Watch the Throne. The beat is crazy and Minaj spits some macabre punchlines alongside Jigga and Rozay. I...

Kendrick Lamar -- "Average Joe" Kendrick Lamar has been blessing the Interwebs with some excellent music/visuals from his upcoming project OD (due Sept. 15). Like I said before, Kendrick Lamar is a rap star in the making. Expect big things from him. Holla!

Diddy-Dirty Money -- "Loving You No More" (F/ Drake) I'm feeling this joint. Everybody is sounding great on the track -- Diddy, Dirty Money and Drizzy. Bravo! Holla!