New Music Tuesday Time: Thanksgiving Edition

Welcome to another edition of New Music Tuesday. Although Tuesday is generally the day when new music drops, because of the Thanksgiving week, everything has been released a day early. But, this also gave us a whole day to properly review the new CD’s out there, as well as make this an extended edition off of Manic Music Monday… So what’s on Tap?

Shakira - She Wolf

This is the long awaited, 3rd studio album from the Colombian singer, and it is finally being released after being pushed back an entire month. Originally supposed to be released in October in the US, it was only released in global circulation, then later in the States. Aside from that, the album is a reinvention of sorts, as we see Shakira make a complete change in her sound. Originally rooted in rock, this album is a complete departure from those roots. With production from Timbaland & the Neptunes, Shakira makes herself an Electropop diva, never really missing a mark. With its lead single, ‘She Wolf’, the tone of the album is set, as we hear with other singles, such as ‘Give It Up To Me’ (Featuring Lil Wayne). Look for other songs, ‘Did It Again’ (Featuring Kid Cudi), ‘Gypsy’, & ‘Men In This Town’, to be radio-play worthy… A must have for this week...

Jay Sean - All or Nothing

This is the 3rd album from the British R&B singer, however in the U.S. it is his debut. A new face to the American Music scene, Jay Sean fits right in. With his lead single, ‘Down’ (Featuring Lil Wayne), we saw a definite hit from across the pond. By being a guest artist on other’s singles, Jay Sean has already created a name for himself for many years to come. Look for other songs, ‘Ain’t Got You’ (Featuring Drake), ‘Do You Remember’ (Featuring Lil Jon & Sean Paul), & ‘Stay’, to be other singles released... Another must have for this week...

Birdman - Pricele$$

This is the 4th album released from the Cash Money Records founder, and it seems the family can do no wrong. An album with collaborations from Lil Wayne, Timbaland, Drake, T-Pain, Kevin Rudolf, & Bun B, this is a Rap Music Lover’s dream. Look for the Songs, ‘Money To Blow’ (Featuring Drake & Lil Wayne), ‘4 My Town (Play Ball), & ‘Always Strapped’ to be successful singles… A must have for all my Rap enthusiasts...

Birdman - Sucker Free - MTV Shows

Angie Stone - Unexpected

This is the 5th studio album from the R&B songstress and her smooth R&B vibes are still the way they were when she first debuted. The lead single, ‘I Ain’t Hearin’ You’, was released in October, and pretty much set the tone for the album, leading into her next single ‘Why Is It’… A must have for all my Lovers & Ladies...

Beyoncé - I Am… Sasha Fierce (Re-Release)

This is the long awaited re-release of the hit album from the R&B singer-songwriting-actress-wife of Jay-Z. However, there are only 3 new tracks. However, of these 3 only one stands out, which is the highly acclaimed collaboration with Lady GaGa, ‘Videophone’. A must have to complete the CD...