Kevin Ross (@kevinrossmusic) - “LOVE UPTEMPO: MAX” (Album)

Multi-talented singer, songwriter, and producer Kevin Ross delivers a bold new chapter in his sonic evolution with the release of his highly anticipated new album LOVE UPTEMPO: MAX, available today across all digital streaming platforms via Art Society Music Group/Empire. The album features production and writing contributions from an all-star creative lineup, including Louis York (Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony), Grammy-nominated songwriter Justin Love, and acclaimed musician Romeo Taylor, alongside Ross’ own pen and production. Their combined artistry gives the project a rich, multidimensional sound that easily bridges eras and genres. A dynamic, mid- and uptempo-driven body of work, LOVE UPTEMPO: MAX is a joyous celebration of rhythm and romance. This is Ross like you’ve never heard him before: no ballads, just pure energy, fun, and feel-good vibes from start to finish. Blending R&B, soul, AfroBeats, and pop, the 12-track album showcases Ross at his most uninhibited—playful, flirty, and rhythmically fearless. Packed with infectious hooks, lush harmonies, and vibrant melodies, LOVE UPTEMPO: MAX feels like a summer rooftop party, a family gathering, and a night out you never want to end. Tracks like “Luxury Lust,” “Spin,” and “Back 4 More” highlight Ross’ ability to push R&B into new spaces while keeping soul at the center. “This project means so much to me because it’s about celebrating love in all its forms through the joy of R&B music and its effects on the mind, body, and spirit. It's my love letter to the genre that shaped me,”states Kevin. “As an independent artist, I’m grateful to be able to create music on my own terms and share it with people who truly connect with it. LOVE UPTEMPO: MAX is me pushing the boundaries of what R&B can sound like while keeping that soul at the center. I hope when people hear it, they feel good and inspired.” His hit single “Love In The Middle” anchored the album and undeniably impacted the charts. It spent three consecutive weeks at #1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart before returning to the top spot again, totaling four weeks at #1. The song’s success is a testament to Ross’ ability to craft timeless music with universal appeal. Kevin Ross also has more dates for fans to catch him live. He is set to continue expanding his high-energy “Love Uptempo Tour,” which has already sold out nationwide venues. In addition, it was just announced that Kevin will open for Ledisi’s “The Crown Tour” this fall, appearing on select dates. UPCOMING KEVIN ROSS DATE August 31-Kansas City, MO - 103 Jamz White Linen Party (KC Live!) September 5 - Bethesda, MD - Love Uptempo Tour (Bethesda Theater) October 25 - Inglewood, CA - Love Uptempo Tour (Miracle Theater) November 9 - Dallas, TX - The Crown Tour (Majestic Theatre) November 11 - Denver, CO - The Crown Tour (Paramount Theatre) November 14 - Prior Lake, MN - The Crown Tour (Mystic Lake Casino Hotel)

Star2 (@Star2Official), Luh Kel (@lifewluhkel) & LerMuDex - "Here We Go" (Video)

Star2 joins rappers Luh Kel and LerMuDex on “Here We Go”, the first single from Star2's upcoming EP, Lonely Summer Nightz. The track is a slow-burning, emotionally rich exploration of love, deception, and longing. "Here We Go" is a sultry yet soulful anthem that lingers in the fragile space where desire meets disappointment. Thai verses add a poignant, cross-cultural depth to the track, reinforcing how universal the feelings of heartbreak and hope can be. The accompanying music video is filled with images of luxury homes, swimming pools and gorgeous women. They have it all, but still suffer from heavy hearts. The single is another bold step for Star2, a refugee pop-meets-hip hop artist who turned trauma into triumph after escaping a violent raid on his village as a child. With a growing catalog of powerful, genre-blending music and collaborations with artists like Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel and LerMuDex, Star2 continues to tell his story with raw honesty and undeniable style.

Falana (@falanamusic) - "Nostalgia" (Video)

Rising Nigerian-Canadian soul pop artist Falana releases the debut single "Nostalgia" from her highly anticipated forthcoming album. Widely considered to be one of the new "Nigerian musicians changing pop" (The New Yorker), Falana's forward-thinking new music comes as a follow-up to the indie success of her sophomore EP which climbed the Afrobeat UK charts, prompted a hugely popular Oxlade remix, led to tour support dates with Adekunle Gold on his North American tour, and received rave reviews everywhere from CNN and Vogue, to The Guardian, KEXP, Wonderland and Okayplayer, where it was voted one of the best albums of 2021. Produced by acclaimed hitmaker Louddaaa (Ayra Starr, Black Sherif) this bold new single blends soulful vulnerability with Afropop sensibilities, delivering a song that’s as emotionally resonant as it is sonically rich, and serves as a firm reminder of why she remains one of the most captivating new voices in contemporary African music today. "Nostalgia is a nod to the tender in-between feeling of joy and pain that we feel when we reflect on the past," explains the multi Nigerian Headies Award-nominated artist, whose sound carries the echoes of places she’s lived and created music, incorporating Lagos’ rhythmic pulse, Havana’s acoustic richness, London’s eclectic soul and Toronto’s global pop. "The song is about the regret of a lost love, but this emotion shows up in so many ways in our lives. I really wanted the visual to carry and expand the complexity of this emotion and make people feel something real! I also wanted to re-establish my own visual language as an artist and I am really excited that we were able to achieve that. I even got to flex my acting muscles with my amazing co-star, so it all feels very aligned for me artistically. It also celebrates my culture - video was shot in Lagos, Nigeria - and showcases the richness of Nigerian fashion, film, design, and creativity. It's the perfect blend of everything I feel I represent, rawness and storytelling, in art and music." Accompanied by a striking visual that blurs the lines between film and music, "Nostalgia" is a love letter to memory, heartbreak, and emotional honesty. Both the new single and its raw aesthetically-pleasing music video makes a powerful statement, celebrating the fearless union of sound and storytelling, and also demonstrating that Falana is not simply here just to make new music - but to make music history.

#Throwback Diddy Ft R. Kelly - Satisfy You

 

"Satisfy You" is a 1999 single by American hip-hop artist and producer Puff Daddy and features vocals by contemporary R&B singer-songwriter R. Kelly. The song was co-written by both Combs and R.Kelly, with additional writing by R&B singer Kelly Price, who performs backing vocals.

Una Releases #NewMusic “Wifey” Ft Future

 

Una is one of the most exciting new voices in the music industry, her voice is sexy, sultry and unique vibe. Thanks to her blend of catchy melodies and hard-hitting beats, she has quickly lived up to her name, number one! The iTunes charting artist just released a brand new record  “Wifey “featuring Future! Wifey is a super sexy, but tasteful, love song, but of course the Future way!

Is Beyonce Right About Racism in Country Music?

 

Beyoncé recently took to Instagram to announce that her ‘Act II: Cowboy Carter’ album was arriving in 10 days. Along with that, the pop star vocalist spoke candidly on her experiences with creating country music within the last few years, alluding to racist experiences she encountered along the way. 

Do You Agree With Stephen A. Smith?

 

Stephen A. Smith recently looked at a user’s post on the X platform, which focused on the “best sex song.” 

R. Kelly vs Keith Sweat

 

Celebrity Match Up is back with a new round of competition for its viewers to engage in. This time there matching R. Kelly music to Keith Sweats. Which artist would you rather listen to. Which one would you make babies to?

Both these artist has had major success with there music career. They both endured talking to the ladies in the crowd. Join The Wrap Up Magazine and engage into this article with your comments.

Taylor Swift To Be Honored At Nashville Songwriter Awards

 

Taylor Swift will be recognized for her contributions to songwriting at the upcoming Nashville Songwriter Awards. The ceremony will be held at the Ryman Auditorium on September 20th, according to The Tennessean.

The Grammy winner is set to be named the "Songwriter-Artist of the Decade" by the Nashville Songwriters Association International. Swift is one of the two "Decade Honorees" in addition to country songwriter Ashley Gorley. However, it's currently unclear if she will be present at the Nashville ceremony to be recognized with the honor. The pop star has taken home NSAI's "Songwriter-Artist of the Year" seven times between 2007 and 2015 and has attended the annual gala until 2013.

Snoop Dogg Joins Mariah Carey and Jay-Z #Hot100

 

Snoop Dogg continues to make history as a timeless figure in Hip Hop even nearly 30 years following the release of his debut album, Doggystyle.

According to Billboard, the rap deity joined some rare company this week when Snoop became only the third artist to earn a Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 spot in each of the decades from the 1990s through the 2020s.

Roc Nation #Artist Tinashe Releases New #musicVideo "X" Ft Jeremih

 

Tinashe is one of music’s most compelling artists, fusing innovative sounds from R&B, pop and hip-hop that has generated a global cross-genre fanbase of over nine million social media followers.

Eminem wins big at 31st Detroit Music Awards

 

Jazz-soul singer Tosha Owens led the slate of winners Sunday night at the 31st Detroit Music Awards, taking three honors across multiple genres.

Owens took outstanding blues artist, rock-pop recording (“Love More, Hate Less” with Bob Mervak) and vocalist in the streaming ceremony, the show’s third year as an online-only event.

Jennifer Lopez Set To Receive Icon Award

 

LL Cool J is getting ready to step into a new role -- awards show host! The music artist and actor has been tapped to host the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards.

iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced on Thursday that the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee will helm the event, which will be held at the The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on March 22.

Christina Aguilera or Jennifer Lopez?

 

The Wrap Up Magazine is back with another round of Celebrity Match Up's. This time around, they team up pop star Christina Aguilera with actor Jennifer Lopez.

While J.Lo is running around with Ben Affleck, Christina Aguilera is posing topless for her next cover shoot.

Miley Cyrus or Paris Jackson

 

On this round of Celebrity Match Up's, we put Miley Cyrus daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus music career up against Michael Jackson's second oldest daughter Paris Jackson. The Wrap Up Magazine invite all viewers to engage on this conversation, but before you do, lets read a little about the two.

Key Moments In Hip-Hop History

 

Hip hop is more than music; it’s a cultural movement that incorporates different elements of art. Before there was Lil Yachty, Young M.I.A., or YNW Melly, there was a world of hip hop artist who's name rain supreme even still today.

Back when music was real, artist had the opportunity to shine in their own distinctive way. Rap is one of the most distinctive features of hip-hop. Rappers use rhythm, lyrics, and vocal tone to express themselves. The best rappers are distinguished by their “flow” – the way the words run together without the performer getting tongue-tied.

Lady Gaga To Provide $10,000 Grants and Mentorships

 

Lady Gaga is unveiling “The Studio by Klarna x Haus Labs.” The creative space, a hub for her cosmetics brand Haus Laboratories, is based in Los Angeles County.

“We wanted to create an environment where art and creativity are paramount, and everyone can feel free, safe, and in service to the art,” Gaga said in a statement.

Mariah Carey Talks Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé

 

Mariah Carey has often garnered publicity for what she’s said about other singers. For example, an interviewer once asked her what she thought of fellow pop divas Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez. 

Carey responded by saying Beyoncé and J.Lo don’t belong in the same “category” for a very specific reason. In addition, she opened up about whether she’d like to perform a duet with Queen B.

What the Sports World have to say about Alex and JLo Breakup

 

Rodriguez, the former Major League Baseball star, and Lopez, the famous recording artist and actress, had been dating for several years. They were engaged to be married and appeared to be extremely happy.

Rodriguez and Lopez had been among the biggest power couples in pop culture. The two came close to buying the New York Mets before the NL East franchise was sold to Steve Cohen.

Top 5 Stores To Purchase Elton John Products

With over 300 million records sold, Elton John has made a huge impact in the music world. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100. He has also produced records and occasionally acted in films.

Besides ordering merchandise from his official online store, there are many other vendors out there who also sell Elton John products such as hoodies, tee shirts, vinyl, posters, accessories, and more.

The Wrap-Up Magazine has taken the time to select the best stores and merchandise to choose from that we think fans will love. You can selected from top resellers below.