R&B isn’t in the best place right now. But, there are up-and-comers with real talent. Exhibit A: 21-year-old Carmen, who just released her debut single “Cold.” Check out the sexy video for the track here. [IntroducingCarmen]
Awww. Mac Miller’s mom appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to play a game of “Words From Your Mother.” Watch a video of Mac’s mommy reciting the lyrics to the title track off Watching Movies with the Sound Off. [MissInfo]
Lose one rapper, get another one. A couple of weeks after Wale left Roc Nation to join LeBron James’ management team, the Jay Z-led firm announced they signed Big Sean to their roster of talent. [Instagram]
How many MCs are going to hit rap over that Lloyd Banks “Jackpot” Bobby Shmurda “Hot Nigga” beat? Remy Ma is the latest MC to add some bars to the song of the summer. She kinda glides on the beat too. Give it a listen. [HotNewHipHop]
Tyler, the Creator and his Odd Future cronies are making real moves. The crew just partnered with Dash Radio to launch a 24/7 commercial free channel. Christian Clancy, the crew’s manager, sent an email to The Fader explaining what’s going to be on the channel: “Basically a 24/7 commercial free station for their shows, their shit, their friends and music they like.” Oh. [TheFader]
