Craig David Is Not Walking Away And Will Slowly Come Up With LP No.2

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Craig David is back in the States on a whistle-stop tour of ten major cities in less than two weeks. This time he’s promoting his latest US release ‘Walking Away’.

While most British acts are being ignored in America, Craig says he’s determined to cash in on the world’s biggest music market.

The two-step/R&B crooner is at No.50 on the US singles chart this week, and he admits he’s grateful for the attention, saying “It’s been amazing to see how the American audience have started to embrace what I’ve been doing. They’ve been very kind. Whenever I do a show, there’s always something, some thongs being thrown up.”

“Most of the time I usually humour it, and because I’m never really in one place long enough to kind of go with the full chat-up line since I’m always being ushered off” he said, speaking to the press.

“So it always kind of gets to the point ‘Yeah, yeah! We’ll see how it goes, yeah.’ Next thing I know, I’m in some next place doing something else so I kind of get away with it which is cool.”

Craig has exclusively revealed that he is indeed putting the finishing touches to his second album, but reckons he’s in no actual hurry. He said “I don’t want to rush the second album in any way. I want to make sure that it’s a progression from ‘Born To Do It’, which I think naturally it will be just from things I’ve experienced. I’m working with the same people as on the first album, also with Fraser T Smith who I do my acoustic performances with and some other guys in the UK.”

For All Things Soluna

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If you look hard enough somewhere between the sun and the moon you will find Soluna and when you find it, chances are you will be overjoyed. That’s because Soluna is DreamWorks Records’ newest and sexiest, in every single sense of the words, Latin pop sensations.

The gifted and exotic Soluna consists of four members, namely America Olivio, Jessica Castellanos, Christina “T” Lopez and Aurora Rodriguez and together, they bring with them their breathtaking vocal abilities in both English and Spanish, found on their debut LP, out already in stores in the US.

When asked how the title Soluna, a combination of the Spanish words Sol (sun) and Luna (Moon) came about, Jessica states “We wanted to find a name that would express our personalities and the different colors of our music. We chose Soluna because it suggests the contrast of the sun and the moon. The sun is full of fire and strength, while the moon is romantic, mysterious and sweet. Our music is like that, alternating between power and vulnerability.”

These girls are radiant and so fresh that you just have to request them at your favourite radio outlets. Get those stations to play it if they don’t already. It’s no wonder as to why Soluna’s climbing up the waves swiftly with their offering, entitled ‘For All Time’ in the US of A.

Don’t forget to check the Soluna ladies out in all their glory at: www.solunagirls.com.

Alicia Keys Among Others Honoured At The EMMAs

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Alicia Keys and So Solid Crew were among the stars honoured during this year’s ritzy Ethnic Multicultural Media Awards (EMMAs), which took place in London on the 30th of May.

So Solid Crew, the 30-strong garage collective came away from the top awards ceremony with the Best British Music Act gong, their third major accolade. Over the past year, the ’21 Seconds’ hitmakers have also scooped a Brit and MOBO Award as well.

Alicia Keys was labeled the Best International Music Act.

Other Asian sensations and black stars who were credited during the annual awards festival included Oscar-winners, Halle Berry and Denzel Washington, the team behind spoof BBC TV chatshow ‘The Kumars at No. 42’, EastEnders star Rudolph Walker, who plays Patrick Trueman in the soap, and newsreader Moira Stewart.

The Streets Become Heroes

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UK garage poet Mike Skinner also widely known as The Streets is set to release his fantstatic ‘Weak Become Heroes’ as his next single during mid-July.

‘Weak Become Heroes’ will be his 3rd single to be harvested from his acclaimed debut album, ‘Original Pirate Material’. The number would take you back to the days of acid house, giving respect to the likes of Danny Rampling and Paul Oakenfold along the way.

The single will come backed by remixes from X-Press 2’s Ashley Beedle and Black Science Orchestra.

‘Weak Become Heroes’ can be heard online at his authourized webpage, proudly located at www.the-streets.co.uk so go check it out.

Support this brilliant guy, fellahs. He’s great. It’s a pity he’s just being overlooked over other not-so-good acts. This track of his, I would give 3.5 stars out of 5. Request it or buy it at all good stores.

Cowell, Fox & Waterman Take On Top Of The Pops

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Simon Cowell, Neil Fox and Pete Waterman are being lined up for a new pop show on ITV.

The channel is hoping to launch its own show to rival the BBC’s ‘Top Of The Pops’.

According to the Daily Express, the new show could resemble ‘Jukebox Jury’ with a panel giving its opinions on new singles.

The paper says the show will be broadcast in an early evening prime time slot.

Backstreet Boys Have Not Split Up

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The Backstreet Boys aren’t about to break up, a spokesperson has confirmed.

Rumours of a supposed split emerged after it was revealed that Nick Carter is currently working on some solo material. In addition, a message appeared on the boyband’s official website, www.backstreetboys.com, which read: “The Backstreet Boys website is currently on hiatus, and no more memberships will be accepted.”

However, a spokeswoman for the boys has poo-poohed the rumours, telling an UK music website that “The website is on hiatus because the band are working on new material. They’re planning to release a new album and are working on individual projects as well.”

The group’s fifth studio album will be ready later in the year and is to be produced by the likes of Jermaine Dupri and Glen Ballard, in an attempt to compete with their US rivals N’Sync, who have gained a lot of credibility since moving in a more urban-flavoured musical direction.

Ask me and I say N’Sync beats the Backstreet Boys hands down, man.

Rappers Fight For Education

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Contrary to what some people would like to believe when it comes to the world of rappers, there are some kind-hearted mic-busters who actually care about the world they live in and not just go around shooting.

Take Mos Def, Wu-Tang Clan and Jay-Z for example, who are busy protesting against planned cuts in New York’s education budget.

They, plus other rap luminaries such as Ja Rule, Fat Joe and Ashanti, will take part in a demonstration outside New York City Hall on June 4th to protest against Mayor Michael Bloomberg plan to slash funding for education by $1 billion.

Def Jam founder Russell Simmons is also planning to show up on the day and said in a statement “We are mobilising the hip-hop community to join with the United Federation of Teachers and the Alliance for Quality Education because education is a vital issue for hip hop. I visit schools all the time, and I’m tired of hearing about kids sharing books and having no desks of their own. I’m tired of the debate of ‘Who will manage the schools?’ when the real issue is ‘Who will prioritise the funding of our children’s education?’

Britney Spears Pops Clothes And Bosom

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Britney Spears has allegedly employed her own personal tailor who stands ready to assist the star with a needle and thread in case a seam breaks during her performances.

Judging the size of her clothes, one simply have to be forgiven in thinking that the precaution is to helping Britney avoid the problem of body parts “popping” out during performances.

And in other recent Britney dish, reports have been circulating around lately stating that Britney Spears’ cameo role in the third installment of the Austin Powers flick would see using her bosom as a weapon against the agent! Britney, playing a femme fatale will use her breasts… literally! Mini-machine guns will extend from her chest.

One word: Phwoar –

Will Young Writes Songs For First LP

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Will Young has written four original tracks for his new album, which he says, aren’t “typical pop songs.” He has been working with songwriter Cathy Dennis to find the right songs for the debut LP.

Will admits he was worried about being written off as someone who only does cover versions. He tells a magazine “It is a worry but then I know what’s coming up with the album. I suppose I think of the bigger picture.

“I’ve written four songs. The latest one is very European, slightly harking back to the ’60s. Cheesy but more tongue in cheek than real cheese – one to listen to in a rowing boat, floating down a river. It’s lovely. I think you should always be conscious of the fact that any job can be short-lived and you should always take steps to make it as long lived as you can.”

“That’s why we haven’t released an album straight away. We’ve taken care to write songs I’m happy with. When we acquire the right songs, then we’ll release the album. It’s all about setting up a long-term future” he said.

Natalie Imbruglia’s Beautiful Contract

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Australia’s singer/actress, the dazzler, Natalie Imbruglia has become the new face of L’Oreal, placing her alongside some the world’s most beautiful women, such as the sexy Miss India’s Diana Hayden, stunning supermodel Claudia Schiffer, everybody’s favourite FRIENDS, Jennifer Aniston and many many more.

The 27 year old will soon appear in TV and magazine advertising for the French cosmetics manufacturer.

She began her career in TV soap, ‘Neighbours’ 10 years ago, but then launched a successful pop career. She released a second album ‘White Lilies Island’ at the end of last year and is currently shooting for her film debut in the spy comedy ‘Johnny English’.

She said “I think the L’Oreal contract is who I am now. Five years ago, I might not have even done it. Before this even came up, I think I’ve become much more feminine.”

A spokesman for L’Oreal said “Natalie is felt to be the perfect ambassador for our line of cosmetics. She is known for her genuine charm and personal strength of character as well as her physical beauty.”