STORi - "Just Another Day"

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I'm taking a late pass on this one as I'm just hearing of New Jersey singer/songwriter STORi. Recently signed to Motown/Universal this emerging talent dropped this reworking of Queen Latifah's "Just Another Day" to a self propelled 16k+ listens and counting.

STORi is an interesting talent. Flipping through her online catalog I gather that she hasn't truly defined herself as an artist but she's got a "laurynhill-ish" appeal. She hops back and forth between rapping and singing with ease and is quite smooth at both. I can't wait to hear her on a full project.

In the meantime, I'll be vibing to "Just Another Day." Check the stream and download below.

STORi on twitter

EXCLUSIVE: Livewire feat. Joe Budden - "Winning"

Can you dig it? CAN YOU DIG IT? Caaaaan yooooou dig ehhhhhhhht!

Premiering right here on RoxFontaine.com is the latest music video from, "ya favorit," Livewire titled "Winning!" Joining him on this insane DG produced track is Jersey Joe Budden. Though Joe is now signed to a major deal with Slaughterhouse, he and Livewire still are two of the independent scene's most dynamic artists.

This video is the result of a huge investment of time and effort. I brought you the audio in September of last year and now we finally have the video. Based on the cult classic film "The Warriors" Livewire teamed up with director Ashley Smith of Smith Hage Productions to deliver his biggest production yet. It was well worth the wait! Check it out below.

Livewire on twitter

Bueller Da Don - "Threat & A Promise" Music Video

Hey, Buell ... stop using cheat codes! How the hell did you get the airport to let you shoot inside?

The first video to release from the 'Cruise 2 Fame' project was quite some time ago. It was out well before the album itself was released. Though several singles have dropped, as well as videos for collaborative efforts, there wasn't a new video single until now.

I was hoping for a video for "Forgive Me" but we are surprised by album intro "Threat & A Promise" instead. Bueller Da Don is one of the hardest working indie artists I know and it shows in this super dope music video. As a matter of fact, this is one of the best visuals I've seen from Bueller Da Don.

Of course, producer White Mike holds production down nicely and provides a strong and stirring canvas for Buell to paint on. Very clean product that I'm rockin' with for sure. Stamp this one.

Bueller Da Don on twitter

Lianne La Havas - "Lost & Found" Music Video

I ... LOVE ... this woman's work! The weather is far less than ideal today; it's cold and rainy. However, Lianne La Havas' stunning beauty and talent have completely warmed me up. I've watched this video 6 times in a row.

The UK singer/songwriter has been making waves in the US and continuing the trend of UK based soul singers who are keeping "Old Soul" alive while our home grown "R&B" artists venture out into Pop and Dance music. Lianne's 'Lost & Found' EP will release on April 30th but is available for pre-order now. 'Lost & Found' is a re-release of the UK only 4 track EP from October of last year. Adding 2 new tracks and remixes, she plans to continue her push into worldwide prominence.

Get into this beautiful song and video and let me know what you think in the comments.

Real J Wallace - "The Diz" Music Video

The Jahfather of Soul Cal is back with another visual from the perfectly curated project I introduced you to here. Now working on a full length documentary, Real J Wallace gave me this early visual that will be included in the project which will also have a complete soundtrack.

I'm thoroughly diggin' everything he's dropped so far. The Diz isn't his sharpest video release but the music is all groove sauce. Check it out below...


(8th & G) Real J Wallace- The Diz (Official New Music Video) from Real J. Wallace on Vimeo.