Real Music People

Don’t be surprised if I tell you that another reality TV show is in the works. Chris Brown is teaming up with ‘Survivor’ producer Mark Burnett to make a new dance competition series with an emphasis on hip hop/street dance. The R&B sensation will pit contestants against one another in impromptu dance-offs in the as yet untitled project with Chris choosing the winner of each round. Chris commented on the show saying “Dancing is more than just a way of moving, it’s a different expression of music. That’s what I want to focus on with this show.” Burnett also commented on why he chose Chris for the show saying “Chris Brown really is a superstar, and someone who lives and breathes music and dance — so his credibility is massive in this arena. It’s his show; he’s headlining it. He’s the final arbiter on those who win and those who don’t.”

The R&B prince Chris Brown and his R&B princess Rihanna performed at the Louisiana Superdome during the 2008 Essence Music Festival on Friday, the Fourth of July, in New Orleans. In other news, Billboard recently did a review of Rihanna’s latest single ‘Disturbia’ saying “…It’s safe to say that Rihanna is the premier artist of the second half of the decade, with no signs of wear and tear. This latest is a sort of ‘Thriller’ for partygoers, with multilayered vocals cascading across Ri’s lower register, alongside fun scatting, a la ‘bum bum bi dum bum’ with co-writing (and background vocals) from the irrepressible Chris Brown…”

Rihanna performed on CBS’ The Early Show on Friday morning at New York City’s CBS Studios Plaza. Her performance is going to air at a later date though. In other news, the 20-year old Barbadian beauty reacently spoke to Extra at the Cartier LOVECHARITY event. When she was asked about her romantic life, the singer replied “No, I am not in love.” Then what is she doing with Chris Brown then? Is it all just an act? Is the R&B crooner getting played by a girl who keeps claiming they’re like brother and sister? If so, it sucks to be him.

While they haven’t publicly announced that they’re dating, R&B royal couple Rihanna and Chris Brown threw matching peace signs while sitting in the audience at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards which was held at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California on Sunday. Were they together on a date? Through the course of the show, Rihanna was seen affectionately touching her boy toy’s head. They are so cute! They should really just admit that they’re together already. If they’re already showing so many public displays of affection, I just don’t get why they still don’t want to admit to anything.

R&B superstar Chris Brown is touring all over the US right now but the guy who designed his sets says that the singer forgot to make one destination – the bank! A lawsuit has been filed against the ‘Kiss Kiss’ singer in federal court on Christmas Eve by John Troxtel who designed concert sets for Eminem, Snoop Dogg and Michael Jackson. He says that he was paid for some of his design work but “extra work was required and requested”. Troxtel alleges that an oral agreement was reached but when it came time to pay up, the touring company refused.

Troxtel is suing for breach of contract and unjust enrichment and is seeking damages of up to $1 million.

Rapper Lil Bow Wow, oh wait, I meant Bow Wow. He’s not so little anymore. Anyway, the rapper was rushed to a Cincinnati hospital on Thursday night after he came from a performance there.

His record label issued a statement saying that the 20-year old rapper is suffering from ‘stress and exhaustion’. They also said that while his tour with Chris Brown, Sean Kingston and Soulja Boy prepares to take the stage in Chicago, he won’t be able to make it. The Sony rep does say that “He loves them and will be sure to come back to Chicago soon!”

If you’re anxious to see the 2007 American Music Awards, here’s a sneak peek at the rehearsals. From the looks of things, it’s going to be an awesome show.

The Jonas Brothers, Chris Brown, T-Pain, Mary J. Blige, Daughtry and Maroon 5 were all caught as they run through their respective sets. It looks like we’re in for a treat when Chris Brown takes the stage with his gravity-defying performance.

And it seems like the Jonas Brothers even brought their own set of groupies. I can already hear fan girls screaming. Careful ladies, one of them happens to be a minor.

Chris Brown and Rihanna’s collaborative performance can easily be labeled as the best performance of the night from the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards.

If Rihanna’s massive hit ‘Umbrella’ wasn’t enough to bring the house down, then maybe you would settle for Chris’ smooth dances moves. From dancing to his songs ‘Wall to Wall’ and ‘Kiss Kiss’ to an inspired homage to Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean’, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

When asked about what he thought of the performance, Justin Timberlake said “Nobody likes to be reminded that they’re getting older. And whatever Chris Brown just did reminded me of how I’m getting older – ’cause damn. It’s just exciting to see.”

R&B hot stuff Chris Brown is a big fan of Akon. And I do mean big. The singer even goes as far as copying Akon’s famous dance and hump incident with a fan at his New York City concert over the weekend. The difference, Chris’ dance partner was legal and she’s quite heftier than Akon’s skinny little 15-year old. He’s a mighty strong man then. And a big sport too. Must stop the puns.

Anyway, Chris shared the stage with reggae sensation Elephant Man at ‘On Da Reggae Tip’ which was sponsored by the New York City radio station Hot 97.

R&B singer Chris Brown and his new single “Wall To Wall”
Chris’s new album entitled “Exclusive” is due out on November 6th