Pop Zone: Kevin McDaid - You Stood Up

English boyband member of V, Kevin McDaid released a pop song called "You Stood Up" and appears on V's studio album. Actually this song originaly performed with their bandmates but all the members performed their own version. 

Video Scope: Bananarama - Last Thing On My Mind

To promote their single "Last Thing On My Mind" in 1992. English girl group Bananarama made a music video for the song. The music video features the two girls dressed in suits, ties, and gloves as they meet in a high-class European cafe where they chat, giggle, and whisper into each other's ears. These scenes are intercut with scenes of each of the girls being caressed or hugging a male companion in an upscale bedroom. The video ends with the two girls leaving together in a limousine. There is a lesbian subtext to the storyline due to the intimacy between the girls, their masculine outfits, and the ending with the two girls leaning against each other without their male partners. The video was directed by Zowie Broach.

Music Video Of The Day: Reel - You Take Me Away

Irish pop-folk boyband Reel enjoyed a brief but successful run from 2001 to 2003. The fresh-faced five-piece, consisting of Joseph (guitars/vocals), Colin (guitars/vocals), Philip (bodhran/vocals), Matthew (flute/tin whistle/vocals), and Garry (mandolin/vocals), quickly made a name for themselves with their unique blend of catchy pop melodies and traditional Irish folk influences. 

Reel's breakout year was 2001, when they won the coveted Smash Hits Best Newcomer Award. This put them on the map and led to high-profile opportunities to support established Irish acts Westlife and Ronan Keating on their UK and Ireland tours. Opening for these arena-filling artists gave Reel invaluable exposure and helped grow their fanbase. 

In 2002, Reel released their debut single "You Take Me Away" through Universal Music TV. The track perfectly encapsulated their signature sound, pairing an upbeat pop arrangement with lilting Celtic instrumentation to create an instantly memorable and radio-friendly song. "You Take Me Away" was written by Jurgen Eloffson and Phil Thornalley, and produced by John Holliday and Trevor Steel with additional production by Mark Jaimes and Steve Welton-Jaimes. 

To promote the single, Reel shot their very first official music video. The charming, low-budget video showcases the band's youthful energy and chemistry as they perform the song together in rustic settings, leaning into their Irish roots. 

The "You Take Me Away" maxi-single CD, released in the UK, included the radio edit of the song, an interview with behind-the-scenes footage from the video shoot, and a free poster. It also featured the Almighty Mix of another Reel song called "Lift Me Up". Though "You Take Me Away" failed to make a major chart impact, it was an important stepping stone in launching Reel's career. 

Reel went on to release one album, the self-titled "Reel", in 2003 before the band members went their separate ways. While their time together was short, Reel left their mark with their distinctive fusion of contemporary pop and traditional Irish elements. For their dedicated fans, early releases like "You Take Me Away" remain cherished mementos of this promising band's heyday.

Single Of The Day: The Saturdays - If This Is Love

English-Irish girl group The Saturdays released a new single called "If This Is Love" and still consistent with pop genre but a little bit influenced of dance-pop, electropop, synthpop and new wave. Fascination Records / Polydor Records released this single on 27 July 2008. "If This Is Love" was written by Joe Belmaati, Mich Hansen, Vince Clarke, Alison Moyet, John Reid, Remee and Ina Wroldsen for the group's debut album "Chasing Lights". The track samples Yazoo's 1982 single "Situation" (written by Vince Clarke and Alison Moyet) as its heavily synthesised backing rhythm, the difference between the rhythm of "If This Is Love" is that it is in A♭-tune, in comparison to the original's C♭-tune. The song was produced by Danish producers Joe Belmaati and Cutfather. The song features additional backing vocals from Danish singer Nabiha. Belmaati has also been credited for the keyboard and percussion instrumentation in the song, as well as for doing its engineering, mixing and programming. The song was mastered by Dick Beetham, and Graham Archer assisted in its engineering and recording.

Pop Zone: 3rd Party - Waiting For Tonight

"Waiting For Tonight" is a song by a three member dance-pop group 3rd Party. They are best known for their U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charting dance hits "Can U Feel It" and "Love Is Alive". Later, the song was covered by American singer Jennifer Lopez in 1999 for her debut studio album "On The 6". The remake charted at #8 in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

New Song: Heidi Montag - Overdosin

American television personality Heidi Montag has a new song called "Overdosin". This song was released as her promotional single on 18 August 2008. Take a listen of her song!

New Music Video: Alfamega - Uh Huh (Featuring T.I.)

Alfamega and T.I. has a new music video for their collaboration hip-hop song called "Uh Huh". Check it out their latest work!

New Music Video: The Gabe Dixon - Till You're Gone

The Gabe Dixon Band has just released the music video for their piano-rock single "Till You're Gone". Director Paul Cummings used stop-motion animation to help bring a human piano to life and showcase Dixon's talent on the keys. Today marks the Nashville-based trio's release of their self-titled album. Their Fantasy Records' debut was already deemed one of Paste Magazine's favorite records of the year, and Dixon's vocal talent and piano chops have been praised by fellow musicians across the board including Sara Bareilles and Jamie Cullum. Dan Wilson (Semisonic, Dixie Chicks) co-wrote three songs on the album that features a variety of tracks from heartfelt ballads to pop piano jams in the spirit of Elton John and Ben Folds 5. Check it out on iTunes.

New Music Video: Demi Lovato - Get Back

American actress Demi Lovato has a new music video for her new single "Get Back". Her single already out on 12 August 2008, don't forget to check her latest work!

Album Review: Mytown - Mytown

Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Mytown is tagged as a boy band but there is more to this foursome than good looks. Their debut album was co-written by the band members, Marc Sheehan, Paul Walker, Terry Daly and Danny O'Donoghue.

Mytown first got together in 1996 at the now defunct Digges Lane performing arts school in Dublin. Marc, a well-known choreographer, was teaching hip-hop dancing at Digges when he met Paul, a former actor who’s appeared in Irish TV shows and films. They talked about putting together a group, but something was missing. Terry also had a similar goal in mind. Danny, the youngest member, was the last to join Mytown. The group got together and began harmonizing and writing songs.

Tracklisting

01. C'mon Everybody
02. Body Bumpin'
03. Lifetime Affair
04. Party All Night
05. Now That I Found You
06. Time Will Tell
07. Love Sent Angel
08. Girl In Tears
09. I Like Your Style
10. Everything She Wants
11. This Is The Time
12. The Day

Released: 22 May 2000
Genre: Pop, R&B

Mytown - Mytown

Single Of The Day: MGMT - Metanoia

"Metanoia" is the special limited edition single release that was originally a b-side on MGMT's debut CD single "Time To Pretend". It was released on 18 August 2008, available in 10 etched vinyl. This single can be describe as a "14-minute opus, which ranges from Donovan-ish acid ballads to interstellar synth-powered dirges to falsetto-laden theater rock. This progressive rock was written by Andrew Vanwyngarden and Ben Goldwasser.

Song Of The Day: The Weepies - All Good Things

"All Good Things" is a folk-pop song written by The Weepies. It is also featured on Mandy Moore's latest album, which Deb Talan and Steve Tannen contributed to.

Not sure where to go,

Everyone I know,

Says I'm to forgiving.

And now that I'm gone,

I don't wanna move on,

I just keep you living.

The Weepies - All Good Things

Single Review: Gil - If You Only Knew (Featuring The Moffatts)

"If You Only Knew" is a duet song between German singer Gil Ofarim with Canadian band The Moffatts. This song was released as compact disc single under BMG Records in 1998 and this pop song was written by Gil Ofarim with Tal Ofarim, Bob Moffatt, Scott Moffatt, Dave Moffatt and Clint Moffatt.

Catchy song with pop tunes, daydreaming about dreamgirl and very teen-pop. This song was smash and reached #1 at MTV Asia Hit List in 1998.

Song Of The Day: Jason Reeves - You In A Song

From the uplifting opening track “Someone Somewhere” through reflective closer “The End,” singer/songwriter Jason Reeves’ forthcoming album The Magnificent Adventures of Heartache (and Other Frightening Tales) takes listeners on a contemplative journey of love, hope, heartbreak and renewal. Originally only available online and at his shows, the album’s beauty and raw honesty connected with listeners and earned a “Top Folk Album of 2007” distinction from iTunes, which also named Reeves one of the Top Indie Singer-Songwriters of that year. Now signed to Warner Bros. Records, which will widely-distribute his album for the first time, Jason’s own story continues, one that remains as pure as his outlook on life and music as it ever was. Self-taught on the guitar, Reeves began his own musical adventure as a teenager when he discovered the works of folk legends Bob Dylan and James Taylor. Transformed, Reeves spent the next few years honing his own writing skills before dropping out of college and moving West to California to pursue his music full time.

Now 23, Reeves paints beautifully sophisticated portraits of some of life’s most vulnerable, yet exhilarating moments. “Reaching” for example, ponders the question of whether to abandon caution and the familiar in order to plunge headlong into the risk and potential reward of the unknown. “Pretty Eyes”, meanwhile, idealizes the utopian moments in life when one is in love, while “Never Find Again” reminds us that perfection is all-too-fleeting.

Perhaps most striking is that Reeves accomplishes this with memorable melodies and radio-ready hooks that seamlessly complement his warm vocals. With a range of subjects from the feel-good love anthem “You In A Song” to the dreaded but familiar feeling of being told a lover wants to be “Just Friends,” all of Reeves’ music is instantly relatable, and it is that accessibility that is rapidly winning Jason legions of new fans.

The spiritual Iowan, for his part, refuses to take the credit insisting, “All songs exist in the atmosphere, and artists are on a romantic search to pull them down and give them life.” And despite a busy tour schedule that includes sold-out performances at venues such as Hollywood’s Hotel Café, Reeves is giving life to lot of songs these days, both for himself as well as others. “Whether you are writing for a girl or a guy, you have to capture the voice of the artist singing,” says Reeves.

One voice Jason has successfully captured is that of Colbie Caillat, who happened to be the second person he met upon arriving in California. During a recording session with producer Mikal Blue, Reeves met Colbie, (whose father, Ken, is Blue’s studio partner and co-producer of Fleetwood Mac’s Rumors) and an immediate friendship began.

The Reeves-Caillat-Blue trio soon became inseparable: writing songs and recording together every chance they had. “Mikal and Colbie were the only people I knew in LA,” Reeves says. “We spent a lot of time together, just going to the beach, the mountains, the woods, playing guitar and writing songs.” The songs, inspired by the beauty of the California Coast, formed the foundation for Reeves’ first EP Hearts Are Magnets, as well as Caillat’s breakthrough (and nearly double-platinum) album Coco, on which Reeves co-wrote the majority of tracks including the multi-format smash singles “Bubbly” and “Realize.”

The son of a Maytag worker and a food stylist, Reeves’ songwriting sensibility harkens back to a time when people wrote “Old-Fashioned Letters” and employed a more poetic way of expressing feelings. Reeves, part of a new generation of musicians reminiscent of the 1970’s Laurel Canyon scene, balances his romantic sentiments with raw hurt on a number of tracks where a relationship goes bad and his lover commits the ultimate sin, striking a match “as she is covering my heart with ‘Gasoline.’”

Subject matter that resonates deeply, hook-filled melodies and Jason’s unmistakable vocals caused Reeves’ music to instantly engage the MySpace community and propelled him to #1 on the MySpace Folk chart (unsigned) for nine months prior to his record deal and kept him consistently in the Top Five Acoustic (unsigned) and Top 20 Overall (unsigned) categories. But with the story exploding on a daily basis, the reserved Iowan takes it all in stride: “I’m just a simple boy that believes in love and dreams.”

Jason has asked his fans to contribute their version of his song and at the end, Jason will choose a winner.

Jason Reeves' Official MySpace

Sheet Music

Video Scope: Steps - Last Thing On My Mind

"Last Thing On My Mind" was a music video from British pop-band Steps to promote their second single from "Step One" album in 1998. The music video for "Last Thing On My Mind" was directed by Phil Griffin. The video, which was filmed in Cuba, features Lee Latchford-Evans picking up all the band members in his convertible. When they sing the chorus, each member is singing a scene is similar to ABBA's "Mamma Mia". The final scenes of the video are set around a pool where the band perform the full dance routine.

New Music Video: Joe Thomas - Why Just Be Friends

American recording artist Joe Thomas published his new music video "Why Just Be Friends". Check his new work and we are waiting for his upcoming studio album for sure!

Single Of The Day: Joe Thomas - E.R. (Emergency Room)

"E.R. (Emergency Room)" is a song by American R&B singer Joe Thomas. It was written by Dernst "D'Mile" Emile II, Norquon "Fats" Greg, and LaShawn Daniels for his seventh studio album "Joe Thomas, New Man" which will be released on 23 September 2008 under Kedar Records while the single was released on 15 July 2008 while production was helmed by D'Mile and Greg. Released as the album's lead single.

Pop Zone: Celine Dion - When I Need You

Canadian diva Celine Dion covered "When I Need You" as her song and also released as promotional single on 7 September 1999 and as track for her album "Let's Talk About Love" on 14 November 1997. This song was produced by David Foster. Even Celine Dion's vocal is quite pop awesome for ballad like this, but the promotional single failed to give earlier bomb for the album because there was no promotion for the single self.

Despite of being failed to chart. This song is always be favorite pop ballad song to be covered by many artitst. This song is originaly by Leo Sayer and was big on 1977 and was written by Albert Hammond and Carole Bayer Sager.

Official Album Cover: Lesley Roy - Unbeautiful

Lesley Roy has just revealed the cover art to her album, "Unbeautiful". The September 30th release will be Roy's debut effort and features songwriting credits from chart-topping Katy Perry. Perry co-wrote a song called "Slow Goodbye" and worked with Roy in the studio. Perry calls the Irish rocker a "spitfire, take no prisoners type artist. Her voice has so much personality it sounds as though it's lived many lives before. She has a richness that is lacked in pop music. When she opens her mouth to sing, you will know it's Lesley".

New Song: Wayne Brady - Ordinary

"Ordinary" is a contemporary R&B and soul song by American comedian Wayne Brady. This song will be released as his debut single on 19 August 2008 under Peak Records / Concord Records.

Single Of The Day: Hayden Panettierre - Wake Up Call

American actress Hayden Panettierre is trying to show her singing talent by released a debut single called "Wake Up Call" on 5 August 2008 under Hollywood Records. This song is influenced by reggae genre and pop for sure. It's a catchy revenge song with a humor way to an ex-boyfriend. 

New Music Video: Katharine McPhee - Connected

American Idol alumn Katharine McPhee released a new music video for a song "Connected". This music video is to promote "Barbie And The Diamond Castle" which is a 2008 direct-to-video computer-animated musical film and the 13th entry in the Barbie film series. Songs for the film were written by Amy Powers, Guy Roche, Russ DeSalvo, Gabriel Mann, Megan Cavallari and Jeannie Lurie along with executive producer Rob Hundnut. "Connected".

Album Premiere: Daddy Yankee - Talento De Barrio El Soundtrack

"Talento De Barrio: El Soundtrack" is an upcoming soundtrack by Daddy Yankee, set to be released on 12 August 2008 for the upcoming 2008 film "Talento de Barrio".

Tracklisting:

01. Talento De Barrio
02. PaKum Pa
03. Temblor
04. Pose
05. Llamado De Emergencia
06. Oasis De Fantasia
07. Salgo Pa la Calle
08. Que Tengo Que Hacer
09. Suelta
10. De La Paz Y De La Guerra
11. Pasion (Featuring Arcangel)
12. Como Y Vete
13. K-Dela
14. Infinito
15. Somos De Calle

Released: 12 August 2008
Genre: Soundtrack, Reggaeton

Daddy Yankee - Talento De Barrio El Soundtrack

Remix: Robin Thicke - Magic (Featuring Mary J. Blige) [NYC Remix Radio Edit]

Official remix of Robin Thicke's "Magic" is featuring vocal from American R&B and soul singer Mary J. Blige. This remix called NYC Remix Radio Edit. Check it out!

Single Review: Pitbull - Culo (Featuring Lil Jon)

Cuban-American rapper Pitbull released "Culo" with Lil Jon as their collaboration single. This is the first single from Pitbull and lead single from his debut studio album "M.I.A.M.I.". The Orchard Records released this single on 6 July 2004 and reached #24 in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The song was included on Billboard's 12 Best Dancehall & Reggaeton Choruses of the 21st Century at number twelve.

R&B Zone: Canton Jones - Hater Day

The lights dim over the standing room only crowd. The room is thick with an air of anticipation. A voice sprinkled with strong vibrato and a touch of old school R&B rings out. The crowd goes wild! The voice rings out again, this time with twice the intensity. The crowd screams as the young, but clearly seasoned artist known as Canton Jones points the microphone toward the audience and another unforgettable musical experience begins…

Part singer, songwriter, producer, and vocal arranger, Canton Jones, a Deerfield Beach, Florida native has entertained over 500,000 people this year alone, sold nearly 75,000 units independently; and has several songs including the steppers groove “Love Song”, the cleverly penned “Stay Saved” and the uncompromising street anthem “The Password” in regular rotation internationally. On any given day he can be found sharing the stage with Hip Hop heavyweights like T.I., David Banner, and Ludacris just to name a few. His unlimited repertoire, massive crowd appeal, and fast-growing fan base has set him on a course destined to shake the very chore of the R&B and Hip Hop world.

As quickly as fans have embraced Canton’s lyrical edginess and warmed up to his heart felt ballads, Canton gets down to business with his most creative album to date, Kingdom Business. Already impacting radio with the smash hit “My Day”, Kingdom Business is an eclectic mix of undeniable street anthems and melodic story lines that will take listeners from the streets in their jeeps to the board room and the office equipped to handle the business of life. The new album, released by Arrow Records, will hit stores everywhere on February 5, 2008 and boasts Jones’ best work to date. With “My Day” currently climbing the charts, Canton recently dropped the gritty, urban riders anthem “Living Clean (Riding Mean)” which is currently spinning in heavy rotation on popular mix tape shows and is creating a major buzz on the Myspace and You Tube circuits.

With three albums (20 Years, 3 Months, 12 Days; Love Jones; and The Password: Access Granted) two Grammy nods, a Stellar Award nomination, and three Gospel Choice Awards to his credit, Canton still maintains the unshakable confidence of someone who knows the tide is turning his way. More than an artist, Canton represents a philosophy, a movement, and a generation that is relentless in their pursuit to bring a fresh, new sound to Hip Hop and the streets. He understands that it is not just about the music, but it’s about developing a lifestyle that offers peace and prosperity for anyone bold enough to pursue their purpose. Jones has embarked on an ambitious business plan to bring the next phase of Hip Hop and R&B to the forefront. He’s all about his business and he’s become the example, so you can handle yours!

Listening to: Canton Jones - Hater Day

New Music Video: Robin Thicke - Magic

American R&B singer Robin Thicke has a new music video called "Magic". This music video was directed by the British director Robert Hales.

R&B Zone: Git Fresh - Booty Music

"Booty Music" is the urban debut single by quartet Git Fresh. Our song "Booty Music" was one of the tracks we recorded when we were between labels, says primary producer Rude Boi. "Though I do most of the production, all group members contribute to the lyrics and vocal arrangements. We are our own worst critics, so we have no problems trashing a song if it isn't up to par.

Originally formed when all the boys were still teenagers singing at local talent shows and performing at parties around the state, Git Fresh is far from another prefab boy band. With the exception of Pretti Sly, we all went to the Dillard Performing Arts High School, and have been working together for years, explains Mike Ezay. As a unit, we love working together.

Official Album Tracks: New Kids On The Block - The Block

New Kids On The Block have just released the official track listing for "The Block". The album due out on 02 September 2008 and features collaborations with The Pussycat Dolls, Lady Gaga, New Edition and Akon. NKOTB recently revealed their latest single, called "Single" with Ne-Yo.

Tracklisting:

01. Click Click Click

02. Single (Featuring Ne-Yo)

03. Big Girl Now (Featuring Lady Gaga)

04. Summertime

05. 2 In The Morning

06. Grown Man (Featuring Pussycat Dolls & Teddy Riley)

07. Dirty Dancing

08. Sexify My Love

09. Twisted

10. Full Service (Featuring New Edition)

11. Lights, Camera, Action

12. Put It On My Tab (Featuring Akon)

13. Stare At You

Official Album Cover: Llyod - Lessons In Love

American singer Llyod will release his third studio album "Lessons In Love" on 04 August 2008 under Universal Motown Records. This is the official album cover of his upcoming work. What do you think about the art?