VIDEO: K'naan "Wavin' Flag"

Last year, while "THE KRU" was in the studio, K'naan stopped by and graced us with his presence. I had heard of him, but wasn't too familiar with his music, but Krucial spoke highly of him and was definitely inpired by this young artist.

We were heavy on IT'S SO KRUCIAL - KYTE.TV that time and K'naan decided to stay and joined us while we went "LIVE" with the fans -- played us "Wavin' Flag"; and a few others from his album Troubadour. The album is honest, deep and rich with words. I was definitely a fan after that and so was the rest of THE KRU. (If you haven't picked it up, I suggest you do. You will not be disappointed.) Now a year later, "Wavin' Flag" is the official song for the FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa. The honor is definitely well deserved, and I couldn't be more happier that this young poet/rapper/musician/activist/..... is being recognized globally for his talents. CONGRATS K'NAAN!!!! For more information on K'naan go to K'NAAN WEBSITE and follow him at @IAMKNAAN

VIDEO: K'NAAN "WAVIN' FLAG"

K'NAAN "Waving Flag" -Celebration mix- Dir: NABIL from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

HERE IS HE ORIGINAL VIDEO:

K'NAAN "Waving Flag" album version from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Diggy Simmons "Flow Stupid"

I was impressed by Diggy's flow. The kid got skills....but where did that voice come from? I was definitley impressed. You would have thunk *yes I said thunk*. The kid is definitely growing up and into his own. But the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. He displayed this confidence about him that you rarely saw on the episodes of "Run's House" on MTV. Rev Run has definitely got to be proud of this, but I wonder how Jojo is feeling....considering.

How you feel about it? I like the original track "Made You Look" by Nas, but Diggy definitely didn't disappoint.



Could Diggy be the next young rap superstar? Would you be interested to hearing more from him? I'd like to see what else the kid could do with his lyrical skills.

From "Underneath the Sky" Mixtape Part 3

It's here kids...the new mixtape from Mateo (@Mateoonline) - Underneath the Sky Part 3. A lot of you know, I complain a lot on twitter about how we don't have many REAL musicians and artists coming out. I've been waiting for great music, and so far with Alicia Keys' The Element of Freedom to Jay-Z "Blueprint 3" and Sade's "Soldier of Love" I've started to fall in love with music again, but a new comer (not really, since he was with Myspace Music) is flourishing with his mixtape. Mateo has added to my music candy shop and I am loving the R&B rendition of Empire State of Mind to Lady Gaga and Kanye.

I remember hearing him play "Just Get To Know Me" in the studio with Kerry "Krucial" Brothers. I hadn't heard of him until that day and his voice resonated eversince. Thank you Mateo. RESPECT!!!!

DOWNLOAD IT NOW

@MATEOONLINE

Let Mateo know what you think by follow him on twitter.

Enjoy y'all!

XOXO

Jnyflower

Pras Michel presents PrAsponse to Haiti Event

Pras Michel, Edward Norton, David Blaine, Alfred Smith IV Cordially invite you to "PrAsponse to Haiti"


Tuesday March 2, 2010

THE PRINCE GEORGE BALLROOM

15 EAST 27th STREET

NEW YORK, NEW YORK

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM VIP RECEPTION*

7:30 PM – 11:00 PM COCKTAIL GALA

Performance by Pras Michel with Angela Severiano

Cocktail Attire

100% of Ticket sales and Donations go to Haiti
*Tickets and donations are tax deductable

VIP Reception (cocktail gala included): $1,000
Supporter: $250
Friend: $100


On Tuesday March 2, 2010 Pras Michel of PrAsperity Project will continue to bring hope to the 3 million devastated during the Haitian earthquake in "PrAsponse to Haiti." This preeminent international charity event gathers renowned leaders and humanitarians from across the world to help the millions of Haitians who now face homelessness, hunger, disease and poverty.

Grammy Award-winning Haitian-American Pras Michel of the Fugees along with David Blaine, Edward Norton, Alfred Smith IV and other distinguished guests will raise awareness and support. Hitting close to home this tragic event has compelled Pras to advocate for charity transparency and accountability. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund to support their efforts of immediate and long-term recovery.
To support for a brighter future in Haiti, PrAsperity and Salvation Army will also use the proceeds to build a school near the capital, Port-au-Prince. Focusing on education will help Haiti today and tomorrow. The construction and maintenance of the school will provide employment opportunities to the local population. The children affected will learn reading, math and writing skills within their community.

Being held on March 2nd at the Prince George Ballroom in New York, PrAsponse to Haiti is the launch of PrAsperity Project's annual charity event, which will highlight the New York social season. The evening will include live entertainment, fine dining, dancing and a silent auction.

Pras Michel with Angela Severiano will perform.

Hamptons Celebrity Chef Maurizio Marfoglia of Tutto Il Giorno will offer a dinner of culinary delights. The evening’s silent auction will feature fine jewelry, sports memorabilia, celebrity items, art and watches by Audemars Piguet.

Audemars Piguet and Grand Platinum Patrons are beginning a tradition of advancing the mission of PrAsponse, to answer the call of those distressed by all forms of poverty.

To register or for more information please contact registration@prasponse.org

Beyonce Breaks More Records as Artist with the Most RIAA Certification over the Past Decade

NEW YORK, Feb. 19 -- According to The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), iconic superstar Beyonce, is the artist with the most total certifications over the past decade, with a total of 64. The certifications include cumulative album, digital song, master ringtone, and music video certifications. Beyonce also has the most master ringtone certifications for a female solo artist with 19 and the highest certified master ringtone for a female artist with "Irreplaceable" at 3x multi-Platinum. She received her very first Gold album award for her Grammy® Award winning debut solo album, "Dangerously in Love" on July 29, 2003. "Dangerously in Love" is currently 4x multi-platinum.

Last month, Beyonce broke the record for most Grammy® wins by a female artist in a single year taking home six awards, including "Song of the Year" (for "Single Ladies"). The wins brought her career Grammy® total up to 16 (13 as a solo artist and 3 with Destiny's Child.)

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Source: Music World Music/Columbia Records

Alicia Keys announces Freedom Tour 2010 US

For all of our KRUtons aka KRUsaders for as Ivona would say AKRUtons (lol),

Here are the US tour dates for The Freedom Tour 2010. Sending all of you my love...THANK YOU for all of YOUR love & support! Because of all of you, record sales prove that as long as there is great music being made, lovers of music will support! Despite the album leak, The Element of Freedom sold over 417K the first week. Now that's what I call having The Element of Success. (Thank you Krucial for making music that we all love & appreciate!)

DATE CITY VENUE
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March 03, 2010 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena
March 05, 2010 Detroit, MI Fox Theater
March 06, 2010 Detroit, MI Fox Theater
March 13, 2010 Mashantucket, CT Foxwoods Casino
March 17, 2010 New York, NY Madison Square Garden
March 19, 2010 Newark, NJ Prudential Centre
March 20, 2010 Atlantic City, NJ Mark Estess Arena
March 22, 2010 Boston, MA Agganis Arena
March 24, 2010 Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner Arena
March 25, 2010 Washington, D.C. Verizon Center
March 27, 2010 Miami, FL American Airlines Arena
March 28, 2010 Tampa, FL St. Pete Times-Forum
March 30, 2010 Atlanta, GA Phillips Arena
April 02, 2010 Dallas, TX Nokia Theater (Grand Prairie)
April 03, 2010 Houston, TX Toyota Centre
April 06, 2010 Los Angeles, CA Staples Centre
April 07, 2010 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
April 09, 2010 Las Vegas, NV Mandalay Bay


It's all love baby!

Truly yours,

Jnyflower

Alicia Keys Drafts Drake for "Freedom" Album

Alicia Keys Drafts Drake For 'Freedom' Album
Newsroom | Posted on 11/16/09 | Filed Under: R&B News, Alicia Keys


Alicia Keys' decision to move back her album due to great music may have something to do with Drake.

According to longtime Keys' collaborator Kerry 'Krucial' Brothers, Keys has logged time in the studio with the "Best I Ever Had" rapper/singer.

"Wow this new Ak and Drake is fire! I love my job," Brothers wrote on Twitter over the weekend.

Later writing what could end up on a song, Brothers wrote "If you have something to say... U should say it right now".

Keys' forthcoming album "The Element of Freedom" was due December 8 but has since been moved back to December 15.

Announcing the slight pushback, Keys wrote "Luv having the freedom to create beautiful music, so I’m pushing the album back to DEC 15th... So many more amazing songs!!!," on Twitter.

"The Element of Freedom" also follows the release of the now Billboard Hot R&B/Hip Hop Songs no.1 charting single "Empire State of Mind" (Jay-Z).