R&B crooner Anthony Lewis stopped by The Queen Latifah Show this week to perform his remake of Soul for Real’s 1994 classic, “Candy Rain.” He even showed off some of his dancing skills. Check it out. [RapUp]
Chris Martin and his band, Coldplay, are going on a mini world tour to promote their upcoming album, Ghost Stories. They will hit up the U.S., Europe, and Japan for six dates and end in their hometown of London. Find out when they’ll tell their ghost stories on your side of the world. [Idolator]
Everyone’s favorite songwriter, James Fauntleroy, is showing that his skills are far beyond the pen. He released “CPR,” an acoustic track expressing how real love can eventually turn dangerous. Give it a listen. [Miss Info]
Chicago’s finest, Kanye West and Common, are joining forces with Chicago’s Urban League to create 20,000 jobs in the violence-stricken city. This partnership will be fueled by Kanye’s DONDA House Inc. and Common’s Common Ground organization. They also plan on starting an annual music festival in September in Hyde Park to raise money for their city. [Hypetrak]
