Interview: Kaytranada

Hailing from Montreal, Kaytranada and his 99.9% album are currently taking the music industry by storm. With features from Craig David, Anderson. Paak, Vic Mensa, Goldlink and many more the sound is genre bending and will have you on the edge of your seat with the turn of every track.

Joining Sway in the Morning he speaks on his childhood in Canada and how he came across Fruity Loops and began to make music. Taking inspiration from everything from The Neptunes to Michael Jackson to 90's pop, he began crafting a sound all his own.

Getting noticed on Soundcloud through his various beats and remix's he caught the attention of Janet Jackson and Madonna. Given the VIP treatment by Madonna while opening up for her he speaks on how touring opened up the door for depression after going through the same routine day in and day out. Revealing his sexual orientation to The Fader he opens up about how coming out of the closet helped ease his depression.

During the rest of his time he speaks on the different in the music scenes of Montreal and Toronto and jokes about making a giant Canadian collaborative album.

Watch his interview below from Sway in the Morning and if you haven't gotten his new album 99.9%, go check it out!

Interview: Patti LaBelle

Earlier today, Patti LaBelle stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club to promote her "Patti Pies" and the legendary Ms. LaBelle opened up about a lot of things including her sweet potato pies, not being a pretender, being relevant/happing today, and so much more.

Patti also opens up about the possibility of working with other artists, such as Fetty Wap, kicking off one of her fans after he showed his behind on stage, being humble, being trusting, what she's doing for Thanksgiving, and so much more.

Watch Patti's interview from earlier today and Enjoy!

Interview: Tinashe

Tinashe stopped by Ebro in the Morning on Hot 97 and the conversation started off regarding her thirst trapping on Instagram and Playboy. In addition to talking about social media and Drake's "Hotline Bling," Tinashe talked about working with Chris Brown on her new single "Player," the craziest thing she's seen on tour with Nicki Minaj & Meek Mill.

Tinashe also spoke on weed, her thoughts on her Janet Jackson tribute performance at the 2015 BET Awards, her song "Party Favors" with Young Thug, her mixtapes, how Tinashe has never seen the Back to the Future films, and so much more. Peep their interview with Tinashe below and Enjoy!

Podcast: "Jon Schuyler Interview" (The BackBeat)

In this week’s special episode of The BackBeat, we interview indie R&B artist on the rise Jon Schuyler who opens up about his thoughts on Indie R&B, his adoration for D'Angelo, what makes him unique from other artists, how his writing and sound has evolved, his thoughts on race and R&B, as well as his inspirations regarding music.

Jon also talks about his latest EP 199X and his top five 90s artists that include Brandy, #aggedEdge and Whitney Houston amongst other. Jon and Marcus also have a Whitney stan moment and engage in the Whitney/Mariah debate alongside Kyera. We also get into one of Jon’s craziest fan moments, what’s the hardest song he’s had to write so far, as well as his thoughts on love and relationships.

Get to know Jon Schuyler in our extended interview and find out why we are such big fans of him and his music.

Interview: Tamar Braxton

Tamar Braxton stopped by Angie Martinez and opened up about her talkshow The Real, performing with K. Michelle and getting over their "beef," clearing things up with Chris Brown, Kylie Jenner being upset at her for talking about her and Tyga's "relationship," and so much more.

In addition to talking about all the "beefs" she's been involved in, Tamar revealed that her new album Calling All Lovers is slated for release intentionally on 9/11, her thoughts on the state of R&B, seeing Sam Smith and Rihanna as pop music, as well as opening up about Braxton Family Values.

Peep her interview below and lookout for Tamar's upcoming new album Calling All Lovers when it's released on 9/11.

Interview: Tamia

This past Monday, Tamia stopped by Sirius XM's  Sway in the Morning radio show to promote her new album Love Life and during her time on the show, Tamia opened up about what it was like to audition for and work with Quincy Jones on "You Put A Move On My Heart," how Tamia has been consistent in the R&B game, as well as how her and her husband Grant Hill originally met.

In addition, Tamia performed an off the cuff rendition of "You Put A Move On My Heart," spoke about her new album Love Life as well as her new label venture with Def Jam. Peep Tamia's interview with Sway below and Enjoy!

Interview: Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey phoned into Kyle and Jackie O radio show in Australia earlier this week and during the show, Mariah Carey opened up about writing her latest hit single "Infinity" just for the show because ending with "Touch My Body," didn't go with the vibe of the show, living in Vegas, doing anything lavish for her babies, as well as if there has been a drop off in fan mail due to social media.

In addition, Mariah Carey opened up about her expanding fanbase, her experience on American Idol, and so much more. Peep Mariah's latest interview below and if you have the opportunity go out to Vegas this summer to see Mariah on her current Vegas tour.

Interview: Melanie Fiona

Melanie Fiona stopped by SKEE TV earlier this week and during her time, she opened up about taking a hiatus, being proud of being from Toronto and the moment the city is having musically, being in a music group with Drake, as well as opens up about her forthcoming third album Awake, which is coming soon.

Peep Melanie's interview below from SKEE TV below and lookout for her forthcoming new album Awake when it's released later this year!

Interview: Tinashe

Tinashe released her debut album Aquarius yesterday and she of course stopped by America's hottest morning show Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club and during her interview, Tinashe opened up about what her name means, her ethnic background, what her hit single "2 On" means, as well as opening about her journey within the entertainment industry.

While talking about her entertainment past, Tinashe opens up about being on Two and a Half Men and working with Charlie Sheen, being in a girl group, being excited about her debut album, the process of making her debut album, the pressure within the industry, and so much more.

Peep Tinashe's interview below and if you haven't listened to/purchased her debut album Aquarius, it's in stores now!

Interview: Aretha Franklin

After rocking the Ed Sullivan Theater with her soulful rendition of Adele's "Rolling in the Deep," the Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin sat down with David Letterman for a trip down memory lane during her Late Night interview she opens up about being cut from The Ed Sullivan Show at the last minute.

In addition, the dame of all divas opens up about the origins of the word and so much more during her brief interview. With that said, peep the Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin's interview from Late Night with David Letterman below and Enjoy!

Interview: Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club earlier this morning to promote her just released third album JHUD and while being interviewed by the trio, Jennifer Hudson revealed a lot about herself including that her dream role would be to portray Aretha Franklin in the rumored biopic about the songstress's life, why she entitled her new album JHUD, as well as that she will eventually get married but that she and her fiancé are in no real rush.

In addition, Jennifer commented on the celebrity nudes scandal, wanting to go on tour to support JHUD, upcoming film projects that are in the works, and so much more. Peep Jennifer's interview below with The Breakfast Club and if you haven't gone out to support her and get her latest album JHUD, go out as it is in-stores now!

Interview: Mary J. Blige

Earlier today, Mary J. Blige stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club to promote her forthcoming album The London Sessions as well as the lead single "Whole Damn Year" and during her time on the show, Mary opened up about her upcoming album due December 2nd via Capitol Records, being a legend in the game, as well as inspiring the new crop of musicians.

In addition, Mary opens up about the crispy chicken debacle from a few years ago, her working and personal relationship with her manager/husband, feeling pressure, her thoughts on longevity, and so much more. Peep Mary's interview with The Breakfast Club below and lookout for The London Sessions when it's released December 2nd.  

Interview: K. Michelle

Earlier today, K. Michelle stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club and during her time on the show to promote her new single "Love 'Em All" as well as her forthcoming sophomore album, K. Michelle opened up about the rumor mill, Meek Mills, fallout with Elle Varner, Soulja Boy spreading rumors and so much more.

In addition, K. Michelle opened up about former management issues, people's assumptions about her, a bit on the Lil' Kim/VMA drama, her side hustles in addition to music and so much more. Peep K. Michelle's interview below and if you haven't heard her new single "Love 'Em All," it's the truth!

Interview: Joe

Joe stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club yesterday to promote his new album Bridges and during his interview, Joe opened up about his upbringing, how he got into the music game, his thoughts on the current state of R&B, being approached to be in an R&B supergroup, and much more.

In addition, Joe talked briefly about potential former issues with R. Kelly, his prior relationships, why he entitled his album Bridges, his thoughts on the future state of the music industry, what rappers he likes now, and more. Peep Joe's interview below and lookout for his eleventh studio album Bridges, which is in stores now!

Interview: Marsha Ambrosius

Yesterday, Marsha Ambrosius stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club to promote her sublime sophomore album Friends & Lovers and during her time on the famed morning show, Marsha was very revealing in her sit down opening up about the demise of Floetry and her new album.

In addition to talking her own music career, Marsha talked about her sex life, the inspiration behind her debut album as well as Friends & Lovers, why she thinks people like Adele do better than herself and others like Jill Scott, and so much more.

Peep Marsha's revealing interview below from The Breakfast Club below and if you haven't picked up her phenomenal new album Friends & Lovers, there is no time like the present as it really is one of the best albums of 2014 hands down.

Interview: Adrian Marcel

Adrian Marcel stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club this past Monday and during his interview, the rising crooner opened up about how the Keyshia Cole connection came about for him as he is opening up for her current Point of No Return Tour.

In addition, Adrian Marcel talked about how he linked up with Raphael Saadiq, why he is releasing mixtapes right now instead of starting off with his debut album, jokes about his haircut and the rumors that Chris Brown stole it for the ESPY Awards, talks about his first tour with Kelly Rowland and The Dream, opens up about groupie love, advice he's gotten from Raphael Saadiq, and so much more.

Peep Adrian Marcel's interview below and lookout for his debut album in February 2015.

Interview: Jessie J

Fresh off a flight and earning her first #1 single on the iTunes Top 200 Singles chart, Jessie J arrived at Hot 97 to open up about her collaboration with Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande, her situation and troubles she's faced in the industry, and much more.

Jessie also opened up about loving to dutty wine, performing at the MTV Video Music Awards, and living a bit of a somber lifestyle, especially when she is working. Peep her interview below and lookout for her third album when it's released later this year!

Interview: Bridget Kelly

Rap-UpTV caught up with Bridget Kelly this past Thursday night at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards and during her brief interview, Bridget revealed that after six years with Roc Nation, she is no longer with the Jay Z label.

Mentioning that she split with the label amicably, Bridget spoke about her long-awaited debut album, which she's slated for a September release and how each song will be like "I Won't Cry," where is transitions to another song midway through the track.

With that said, peep Bridget's interview from the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards below and lookout for Bridget's debut album this September!

Interview: Sebastian Mikael

Sebastian Mikael stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club earlier this week and Sebastian Mikael stopped by and opened up about the importance about performing live and opening up about his ex-girlfriend who held him down in Sweden.

In addition, Sebastian opened up about preferring the US to his home country of Sweden, how he got signed through YouTube performing original material, getting to work with Wale and Rick Ross on his debut album Speechless, how it is being signed to Slip-N-Slide, meeting Trick Daddy, how he linked up with Teyana Taylor, and much more.

Peep Sebastian Mikael's interview with The Breakfast Club below and Enjoy!

Interview: Danity Kane

Danity Kane have had some of the highest highs (being the only female group to debut their first two albums at #1 on the Billboard Top 200) and some of the lowest of lows (the disbandment of the group and the loss of some of their members) and the newly minted trio caught up with Vibe Vixen for a recent interview where they discussed what they've learned from social media.

In addition, the trio talked about what they've learned from success, what they've learned from failure, what they've learned from being in a girl group, in addition to what they've learned from the industry. With that said, peep their interview below and lookout for more new music from Danity Kane as I am sure "Lemonade" is just the tip of the iceberg.