Music Addikts

It’s been a while since Novel first emerged on the music scene with his 2003 single “Peach.” Although his first single featured his vocal talents, Novel is also a savvy lyricist. Novel recently released his EP “I Am… (Future Black President)” and is preparing to release his full length album “Caligraphy”. Now a part of the Capitol Records family, Novel is getting endorsements from artists like Alicia Keys, Talib Kweli and Katy Perry. I’d say he’s well on his way to creating a nice buzz for his album. Not sure if this track will be on the album, but I hope so. This would be a hot single. Sampling Algebra’s first single “U Do It 4 Me” from her debut album “Purpose,” Novel presents “Switch It Up”. Let us know what you think.

For more info on Novel, his EP and upcoming album check him out on Facebook, Twitter or Myspace.

We’re taking a break from Jazz Appreciation Month today to pay honor to hip-hop pioneer, Guru of the famed duo Gang Starr. Just yesterday, Keith Elam, better known as Guru in the music and hip-hop community passed away after an admirable fight against cancer. His stage name “Guru” was an acronym for “Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal”and the lesser used, “God is Universal; he is the Ruler Universal.”

While in the hospital, Guru wrote a letter to his fans, family and supporters. Click here to read the letter.

Although Guru and his partner DJ Premier were estranged the past couple of years, today we are gettin’ high off this classic from their “Moment of Truth” album.

Mary J. Blige is back, sounding and looking better than ever.  It’s been 18 years since Mary stepped on the scene in 1992 with “What’s the 411?”.  Since then she has dropped several classic albums, too many hit singles to name and has changed the game, reinventing herself along the way.  Watching Mary grow vocally and as a person over the years has been a treat.  And judging from the sound of this new single off her upcoming release, “Stronger With Each Tear”, there is no end in sight for her reign as the Queen.  I definitely feel smell another woman’s anthem with this one.  Enjoy!!

Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Wayna shared her story of how she got started in the music industry, her thoughts on Obama and how her pregnancy has effected her music.