Dear Whitney Houston's Voice...

As of late you’ve been at the center of criticism. Reports suggest that fans that purchase your tickets filled with excitement to be blown away by you are leaving the concerts disappointed; kind of like the same disappointment one feels when they realize that the picture on the box of frozen pizza never looks like the pizza that comes out of it.

Popcorn Moments: Kim Burrell & Jennifer Hudson's BET Honors Tribute To Whitney Houston

The BET Honors aired last night on BET. During my bout with drifting in and out of sleep I caught a few performances including Mary J Blige's tribute to Diddy and Patty Labelle and Jazmine Sullivans salute to Queen Latifah.

One of the tributes that was so worth watching was the tribute to Whitney Houston which saw Jennifer Hudson and Gospel singer Kim Burrell singing Whitney's hit singles "I Will Always Love You" and "I Believe In You and Me" respectively.

Whitney was too excited for words, so just watch.

Jennifer Hudson's voice is so powerful! Gives me chills.

Morning Ear Candy: Whitney Houston 'I Will Always Love You'

"Bittersweet Memories

That is all I'm taking with me

So good-bye

Please don't cry

We both know I'm not what you

You need"

Popcorn Moments: Whitney Houston Sings 'The Star Spangled Banner' At Super Bowl XXV

Whitney Houston did that!

Every time I see this video or anyone makes reference to her performance, I get goosebumps on my arms and legs. Her voice was impeccable from start to finish and it doesn't even look like she was even trying.

During the time of this performance which was in 1991, America was dealing with a war that was sucking the life out of the families of the troops that were serving. So imagine what Whitney's vocals did for the situation; justice, her voice did it justice.

She did such a great job, her version of the star spangled banner was released as a commercial single reaching number 20 on the Hot 100 charts.

Interesting I know.

Video Premiere: Whitney Houston-"Million Dollar Bill"

Here is the new video from Whitney Houston for her song "Million Dollar Bill" off of her album I Look To You in stores now.

Ms Houston looks friggin fabulous!! Her hair down to her dress is on point in this video further confirming that she is back and in full effect.

Video Rating: A yummy A.

Video Premiere: Whitney Houston-I Look To You

Here is the new video for Whitney Houston's song "I Look To You" off of her album that shares the same title.

I love how simple and elegant this video is. Mama Whitney is giving nothing but class and grace. Beautiful.

Video Rating: A yummy A-.

Mariah Carey will perform on the Oprah Winfrey Show

Mariah Carey has announced that she will perform live on Oprah Winfrey's Show. The air date is set for Friday, September 18th.

Oprah must be getting first dibs on the singers that ruled the 90's because Whitney Houston is also scheduled to sit and chat with your O'ness on September 14th and September 15th for a two-part interview. They say Whitney will tell all, a must watch.



Mariah Carey's album Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel is set for a September 29th release.

Whitney Houston performs live (Video)

After watching this video I am convinced that my childhood in officially nonexistent. The Whitney I grew up on would murder the hell out of a microphone and put the amplifiers to good use, this Whitney right here nearly brought a tear to my eye and it was not one of joy.

Personally, I am just happy that she is back. Hopefully, a good vocal coach can work out the kinks and get her voice back to the way it once was. She did say before she went into her performance that her voice was a little strained but I just can't seem to get my mind around the fact that she could strain her voice to the point of no return. At any rate, it happens to the best of them. The good news is, we will always have the past Whit...

Preview Whitney Houston's 'I Look To You'

You can get a sneak peek at Whitney's I Look To You album courtesy of Amazon.com. They are giving short snippets of the tracks that will appear on the album.

Judging from the tracks, we are about to get a sophisticated and appropriately grown Whitney. Some of these songs will most definitely find it's way in movies, especially "I Look To You" .

Preview I Look To You

Leaked Music: Whitney Houston-Million Dollar Bill (Preview)

Here is a preview of Whitney's new song "Million Dollar Bill" that is slated to appear on her album I Look To You due in stores August 31st. This will be the official first single.

Within seconds of hearing the track you can already tell that this song is going to be a smash hit (I called it first). It touches on the classic R&B sound (as shown by the larger than life bass guitar) with just a splash of new school and I am loving the fire in Whitney's voice, yes!

And it also goes to show that Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz are a good pair when it comes to music and it's composition. The entire single is rumored to leak tomorrow so stay tuned.

UPDATE: I got my hands on the full length track....and it's not even tomorrow yet! Click here to hear "Million Dollar Bill" in its entirety.

Yummy Pix: Whitney Houston's listening party

Last night, Whitney Houston had a second listening party for her new album I Look To You that is due in stores September 1st.

Whitney's first listening party was held in London last week and the new album received great rave reviews. This will be the first album from the singer in 7 years! Here are the pics...
Swizz Beatz was in attendance. He and Alicia Keys worked on a song together for Whitney's album titled "Million Dollar Bill", the song reportedly received a standing ovation after it was played.

I spoke to Swizz at the Urban Music Awards last week and he told me that in addition to working on Whitney's album, he is also working on Jay-Z's Blueprint 3, a new Ruff Ryder's, and a DMX project to name a few....
Awww how precious, Whitney and Alicia show a little R&B love, so genuine. I don't know what it is but Whitney looks really different in the face, she looks amazing but different....
Alicia Keys is also reportedly working on a new album which is great news for the die hard music fans that love them some Alicia. I am still blasting As I Am as made clear by the "Where Do We Go From Here?" track on the yPod to the left.

F.Y.I., Whitney's album has R.Kelly's essence all over it due to his heavy production and songwriting on the album, I smell an R.Kelly comeback on the horizon.

{Photo: Toyas-World}

Album Covers: Whitney Houston-I Look To You

Whitney Houston debuted her brand new album cover for her album I Look To You. All I have to say is fierce, fierce, and friggin fierce! She looks hot and healthy! The first single off of the album is said to be a song titled "Mill Dollar Bill" and is said to make it's debut on July 28th. The song was written by Alicia Keys.

There was another single released earlier last week titled "I Didn't Know My Strength", this single will not be the first released single from the singer. Whitney reportedly thru a listening party for the album in London last night.

My parents love them some Whitney (as do I) so I know they are ecstatic about her comeback. Whitney is about ready to reclaim her thrown as the queen, do it!

Brandy wants Keyshia Cole with Ray J

This little audio from DJ Mami Chula's radio show had me giggling this early AM. Brandy stopped by the Atlanta radio station to set the record straight about Ray J and Whitney Houston and flexed her cupid bow and arrow on who she would want Ray J to get with.

Brandy did not hesitate to put her little brother on blast about his supposed relationship with Whitney by saying that there isn't anything going on between the two, and that they are just really good friends; I think we all knew that already, that whole ish oozed of publicity stunt.



The conversation kind of went left when asked who she would like to see Ray with; in which Brandy replied that she would like to see her baby bro with Ms. G. Fab, Keyshia Cole; random much?

Hmmm...OK Brandy, you already know that Keyshia would make Ray her b*tch but whatev.

M.Y. Honors Whitney Houston

Before Whitney Houston was engorged by the media and turned into what many would view as a mess, Whitney was America's sweetheart.

She exploded on the scene like a Newark, NJ atomic bomb with a big voice and bubbly personality. When she first made way into the entertainment business, she was a model with a striking beauty that caught every one's attention. Little did they know at the time, she packed more beauty not only through her face and inner being, but with her voice.

All the man that I need - Whitney Houston

Whitney's voice was so well nourished that it made you think you were listening to a plus size choir leader and not a skinny little misses.

After a hiatus and a funny reality show ~snickers~ Whitney has re-teamed up with her old com padre Tommy Mattola and is preparing to make a comeback on to the scene.

Whitney Houston's music was an inspiration to a lot of the artists that we see before us today and the new artists that will emerge tomorrow. For that, we honor you Whitney Houston.

Whitney...Is That You?

My my my...what is really going on? Here is the new cover of Whitney Houston's album. First of all, this looks nothing like the Whitney Houston I know. It kind of looks like Dionne Warwick in a dominatrix costume. The only thing missing from this exciting outfit is a whip, a leather mask, and a man begging to be spanked. I'm not sure what her label's aim is with this album cover but I am not liking where this is going.

I nearly swallowed my gum when I stumbled upon this atrocity. I know age ain't nothing but a number but there is definitely an age limit on this outfit. Whitney has always been the type of singer that could put a pig on the cover of her albums and we would still buy it because we love her voice. She never had to resort to appearing half-naked to sell albums why now? I haven't seen that much thigh on her since...well never. Looks like she's trying to compete with the Mariah's, Beyonce's, and Rihanna's.

I just hope her video doesn't look like this...no, I'm just hoping this is all a big misunderstanding or better yet a joke and the real cover will be released shortly, because as I am looking at it-it really does appear to me to be a fake; I am crossing my fingers. Maybe if I close my eyes it will all just go away...oh yea! and kudos to Photoshop, saving careers one click at a time.