Marcus Canty

When I first heard Marcus Canty on American Idol in 2007 he was great and was only 16. Even though the judges cut him, I knew he was going to be remarkable. What the heck were the judges thinking? Apparently they don’t have an ear for good music. After all they cut Jennifer Hudson. Marcus was born in Bowie, Maryland on January 22, 1991. This 22 year old R&B, soul singer, dancer and musician can hold his own with the best of them. Marcus was influences by some great singers like Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Boys II Men Mary J. Blige, Monica, Bobby Brown, and Whitney Houston. His song “Won't Make A Fool Out Of You” was in the movie Think Like A Man. His debut album “This…Is Marcus Canty” was released in 2013. Yes, he can sing some songs that I put on my playlist. They  are “User By You”, “Won't Make A Fool Out Of You”, “Tonight”, “Three Words”, “Stay In Love”, “Don’t Pass Me By” and In Out. Streetwise Radio is playing songs from Marcus Canty’s album “This…Is Marcus Canty”. I think he did a great job. I hope on his next album he uses more live musicians because he was fantastic on American Idol. You can listen to Streetwise Radio on MyGen365, Live365, Athena365, iTunes and Pandora.

LM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Canty

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSWlBae3Ius

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PJMlY3YiKo&list=PLwy0ImoBg6ZWm0PTj1NB16gzi2GmwbP4R

Harleighblu

Harleighblu is an R&B singer/songwriter from Nottingham, England. She grew up listening to her mother’s R&B and soul records. Harleighblu had the entertainment bug at an early age. She started writing music at the age of 7 at a community recording studio. Harleighblu began entertaining school friends with impromptu performances at break times. She is an 21 year old amazing talent has two singles out “Play Me”, “Casanova” and “Enough Now” I like these songs they are so funky. Harleighblu’s debut album is due out on Tru Thoughts records this summer 2013 called “Forget Me Not”. I can’t wait to hear her album if it’s anything like these three songs it’s going to be marvelous. Tune into Streetwise Radio and listen to songs from Harleighblu. You can also listen to Streetwise Radio on Pandora, iTunes, Athena365, MyGen365 and Live365.

LM

http://www.tru-thoughts.co.uk/artists/harleighblu

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqUDJpZAnMc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THHezlwc-T0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTmGdf4nJYM&list=PL64EDB7B584F90D6E

Willie Taylor

 

                                                   

       

Listening to Streetwise Radio I’ve come across some underrated artists that should be played on the on-air stations and are not. Willie is so underrated in my opinion he should be one of those artist. This sexy 32 year old R&B singer from Harvey, Illinois can deliver a sensual song. He should be right up there with some of the artist he collaborated with like Avant, Joe, Ginuwine and Jagged Edge. I’ve never heard of him until Streetwise Radio. Before he became known to some, he sang with a Chicago based group called “Kwiet Storm”. After 10 years with this group he went solo in 2006. He gained notoriety from being on MTV’s Making the Band 4 in 2007. Streetwise Radio is playing the song “Morning” his 2012 single. Willie Taylor is definitely an R&B singer that sings strictly for grown folks. If your young and appreciate good music you will like him too. Tune into Streetwise Radio and listen to Willie Taylor or listen to Streetwise Radio on Pandora, iTunes, Live365, MyGen365 and Athena365.

LM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willie_Taylor#Personal_life http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6P6WVqwvNus

Soulpersona

After hearing Soulpersona’s songs “Flying Easy” and “Life Time” on Streetwise Radio I had to know where this artist came from. Soulpersona is from North London. He is a talented musician, producer and arranger. He got his first big break in 2002 from his supporter and good friend Jocelyn Brown. Soulpersona has worked with some soulful artists around the world such as Darien, Sibel Thrasher, RAMP (Roy Ayers Music Production) Deborah Jordan, Replife, Kia Bennett ( D’angelo backing vocalist), Oliver Cheatham and Princess Freesia. He has also worked as musical director for Leon Ware, Jean Carne, The Valentine Brothers, The Jones Girls and his Digisoul Band. What I like about Soulpersona is the lady’s he has featured on is songs have voices that compliment his music. All three of his albums “Soulcoaster”, “The Remixes” and “The Lapdancer” were skillfully produced. Some of my favorite songs are "Weightless (featuring Deborah Jordan)”, “Alright (featuring Replife & Princess Freesia)”, "So Natural (featuring Kia Bennett)”, "Girl's Gotta Get Her Lovin", "Ava's Fantasy", “Flying Easy (featuring Deborah Jordan)” and “Lifetime”. I’m a fan for life! Tune into Streetwise Radio and listen to songs from Soulpersona. Also tune into Streetwise Radio on iTunes, Pandora, Athena365, Live365 and MyGen365.

LM

http://www.last.fm/music/Soulpersona/+wiki

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kg41VZ39B3g

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6N5hIHNPDT8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HdwXjwz9xI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3siM7Y61ig

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpsZIh-qJCc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQ_zQ38y3mg