Podcast: "Flamed Out" (The BackBeat)

In this week's episode, we briefly talk about the success of Kendrick Lamar's DAMN, Migos wanting the little boy who went viral to be in their next video, how women have been shut out of Billboard's Hot 100 this week, and K. Michelle's latest Twitter comments about Loni Love and Angela Yee. ​Additionally, we get into Tinashe's new video for "Flame" and speculate on why Black female artists aren't getting the push they deserve.

Make sure you tune into the end of our episode where we get into our songs of the moment that include Ja Rule, Ashanti, Bow Wow, Ariana Grande, Lil Kim, Zara Larsson, & Tank and the Bangas.

Podcast: "Google Me Baby" (The Backbeat)

In this week’s episode, we discuss Kanye West and Azealia Banks reaction to the Trump Presidency. We get into Aretha Franklin’s beautiful rendition of the national anthem at the Detroit Lions Game. Speaking of legends like Ms. Aretha Franklin, we discuss the upcoming VH1 Hollywood Divas special with performances from Mariah Carey, Teyana Taylor, and more. Next, we get into Jay Z’s multi-million dollar bid for Prince’s unreleased music before we end by talking about new music from Alicia Keys, Tinashe, Emeli Sande, Bruno Mars and The Weeknd. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Podcast: "Dey Know" (The BackBeat)

This week on The Backbeat, we get into Mary J Blige singing to Hillary Clinton, Solange dropping her new album A Seat At the Table, as well as new music from The Weeknd. We also talk about Tinashe exposing sexism within the music industry and give a shout out to Shawty Lo who recently passed away in ATL.

Be sure to tune into the end of the episode where Kyera gives us songs of the moment from Shawty Lo, Usher and Mac Miller. Marcus also gives us some jams from SZA, SG Lewis featuring Gallant and a collaboration between Yuna and Usher.

Enjoy!

Podcast: "Girl Down" (The BackBeat)

This week, we briefly get into the VMAs and discuss Lady Gaga’s latest career and new song Perfect Illusion, which is an interesting fusion of pop, rock, and disco. We also get into Kanye West’s Yeezy 4 Fashion Show, which has been getting more criticism than praise. Next, we discuss Tyga signing to Good Music and Ariana Grande’s upcoming tour and her new skills as a rapper. We end our hot topics with a discussion of Sean Paul’s critiques of Drake and Justin Bieber in regards to the appropriation of dancehall in mainstream music.

Stay tuned to the end of the episode where we break down our favorite songs of the moment. Marcus chooses hits from Laura Mvula, 99 Souls, and Tinashe. Kyera’s favorite songs right now come from K. Michelle, Travis Scott ft. Andre 3000, and D.R.A.M ft. Lil Yachty. Enjoy the show!

Podcast: "Back To SUMMERS'night" (The BackBeat)

On this week’s episode, we welcome back Maxwell to the musical scene with his new single "Lake by the Ocean" and his tour kicking off this summer. We review Big Sean and Jhene Aiko’s new album Twenty88. Next, we discuss rumors of André 3000's new album as well as Beyonce’s Elle Magazine cover in which she discusses Formation and police brutality. We then update everyone on the latest developments in Kesha’s sexual assault case against Dr. Luke and Sony Music. Finally, we wonder if we will ever hear Tinashe’s Joyride album since she has postponed the tour to work on new music!

During our songs of the week segment, Marcus chooses cuts from Rihanna, Maxwell, and Jill Scott. While Kyera encourages us to listen to some Kaytranada, Drake, and Schoolboy Q.

Live Clip: "Player (Acoustic)" (Tinashe)

Tinashe is busy putting the finishing touches on her sophomore album Joyride and in the midst of Adele's 25, it appears that any plans to release the album in November have been scrapped for a first quarter release in 2016.

With that said, earlier this week Tinashe took part in Day 11 of Red Bull‘s #30DaysInLA concert series and performed a solid acoustic rendition of her current single "Player," which is lifted from Joyride.

Watch her performance below and Enjoy!

New Video: "Player" (Tinashe ft. Chris Brown)

Yesterday, Tinashe released the official video for her single "Player," featuring Chris Brown, which is lifted as the second single from her forthcoming album Joyride. While "Party Favor" didn't seem to catch on, it seems as though "Player" is and the fun music video should help push it further up the charts.

Featuring a video game dance theme where Tinashe battles her way until the final level where she dances against Chris Brown, the video game inspired video is a fun, cute concept that we haven't really seen before.

With that said, peep Tinashe's new video for "Player" below and lookout for more updates regarding her forthcoming sophomore album Joyride, which I am sure won't be released anytime during Adele's forthcoming 25 reign.

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!

Amazing Cover: "I Wanna Get Better" (Tinashe)

While I am not familiar with Bleachers, Tinashe has brought them to my attention as she takes on a cover of the band's "I Wanna Get Better," which is lifted from Terrible Thrills, Vol. 2, an all-female remake of Bleachers' debut album Strange Desire.

Terrible Thrills, Vol. 2 doesn't just feature Tinashe's rendition of a Bleachers original but also includes covers from Charli XCX, Sia, MØ, and Carly Rae Jepsen, is now available for free download via Google Play.

With that said, take a listen below to Tinashe's cover of "I Wanna Get Better" and lookout for her sophomore album Joyride when it's released this November!

Trailer: "Joyride" (Tinashe)

Tinashe has been hard at work on her forthcoming sophomore album Joyride and this morning, she has released both the official tittle of the effort as well as a trailer teasing the upcoming project.

Slater for release this fall, tentatively in November, Joyride is the official followup to Tinashe's breakout 2014 debut album Aquarius and if her interview with Rolling Stone about the album is any indication, get ready to be rocking out to Joyride even harder than we've been doing with Aquarius.

Peep the trailer for Joyride below and lookout for the set's lead single "Party Favors" when it's released in a few weeks!

New Video: "Bet" (Tinashe)

Tinashe is putting the finishing touches on her forthcoming sophomore LP, which is slated for release this November and ahead of its release, she's dropped a new video for her joint "Bet," and "Feels Like Vegas," which are both lifted from her solid debut Aquarius.

Shot here in LA, Tinashe shows off her sublime dancing skills and this is not the first time she's danced in a tunnel. For those who have followed her career, don't forget her dancing in the Queens Midtown Tunnel when it was backed-up with traffic. With that said, you can check her dope video below!

Cut: "Bated Breath" (Tinashe)

I don't know about you all, but I have been loving Tinashe's debut album Aquarius and while it has been having a slow burn on the charts, I am sure that as radio embraces her further and casual listeners discover her sound, that she will find even more commercial success past "2 On."

With that said, one of my favorite cuts from her album has to be her slow jam "Bated Breath," which Tinashe cowrote with producer Ritz Reynolds. It is one of the best joints on the album and you can take a listen to it below.

Live Clip: "Janet Jackson BET Tribute" (Tinashe, Jason Derulo, Ciara)

Earlier tonight, Janet Jackson was honored at the 2015 BET Awards and ahead of her acceptance speech, Tinahse, Jason Derulo and Ciara honored Ms. Jackson if you nasty with a dance tribute.

With that said, peep the performance below ahead of Janet's forthcoming Unbreakable World Tour, which is slated to kick off on August 31st!

New Video: "Cold Sweat" (Tinashe)

Yesterday, Tinashe strips things back for her new video for "Cold Sweat," which is another dope joint from her debut album Aquarius. Directed by Stephen Garnett, twists and contorts with some special effect assistance.

With that said, peep the official video for her new single "Cold Sweat" and lookout for Tinashe at the BET Awards this Sunday where she will be a part of the musical tribute to Janet Jackson.

Live Clip: "All Hands On Deck" (Tinashe)

Tinashe is set to appear on Nicki Minaj's The Pinkpint Tour this summer and ahead of taking one of the opening act slots on Nicki's tour, Tinashe stopped by ABC's Good Morning America to promote her sublime debut album Aquarius.

Performing the set's new single "All Hands On Deck," Tinashe performed some dope choreography while singing live and hitting all of her notes; proving why she has been hailed by so many as the one to watch. Watch Tinashe's performance of  "All Hands On Deck" below from GMA and Enjoy!

New Video: "All Hands On Deck" (Tinashe)

Tinashe is back with another music video, this time an official clip for her new single "All Hands On Deck," which is lifted from her sublime debut album Aquarius.

Shot in Long Beach, CA at the famed shipyard, Tinashe puts her dancing skills center stage performing on top of, in and next to crates in the visually stimulated new video. Peep her new video for "All Hands On Deck" below and lookout for her this summer when she hits the road in support of Nicki Minaj's The Pink Print Tour.

New Video: "Bated Breath" (Tinashe)

While Tinashe is gearing up to join Iggy Azelea and Nick Jonas on The Great Escape Tour in April, she has released a new video for one of my favorite joints "Bated Breath," which is lifted from her debut album Aquarius.

Self-financed by Tinashe, the video for "Bated Breath" was made on a shoe-string budget and really pulls out the artistic side of Tinashe. Directed by Mojave Desert with videographer Stephen Garnett, the nearly 9 minute video focuses more on the beauty of the desert and Tinashe then one might think when listening to the song.

Peep the official video for "Bated Breath" below and Enjoy!

New Video: "Aquarius" (Tinashe)

Tinashe has been busy in the studio working on her sophomore album and getting ready to join Iggy Azalea on her Great Escape Tour and earlier today, Tinashe released the official music video for her set's title track "Aquarius."

While it is unclear if "Aquarius" is the latest single lifted from Tinashe's Aquarius, or if this is just a video to tide her fans over until she hits the road/ releases a new single, but the Tinashe directed video for "Aquarius" fits the vibe of the record perfectly.

With that said, peep the official video for "Aquarius" below and Enjoy!

New Joint: "Fuckin Wit Me" (Tinashe)

2014 has been a breakout year for Tinashe and after breaking onto the scene with her DJ Mustard produced hit "2 On," Tinashe has reteamed with him for another new joint, this time "Fuckin Wit Me."

While it doesn't appear on her debut album Aquarius, it is unclear if this is a joint that was a leftover from her recording sessions, or a new joint to include on a rerelease of Aquarius to add further interest in the solid project.

Either way it turns out, music lovers might recognize the DJ Mustard beat as it was used last year by Flo-Rida on his August Alsina assisted "Rear View." With that said, take a listen below to Tinashe's "Fuckin Wit Me" and Enjoy!

Live Video of the Day: "Pretend/2 On" (Tinashe)

Tinashe had a breakout performance on BET's telecast of The Soul Train Awards 2014 where she performed her current single "Pretend" as well as her breakout hit single "2 On," which helped put her on the map.

Singing live and offering some intricate dance routines, Tinashe really is proving to be one of the breakout artists of 2014 and I really hope people get into her as she has been slept on in my book. With that said, peep her solid set from The Soul Train Awards below and Enjoy!