Showing posts with label Janet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Janet. Show all posts

Saturday, December 6, 2008

20 Y.O. (2006) Janet Jackson




Being the sister of one of pop music's all-time biggest superstars hasn't intimidated Janet Jackson in the least. In fact, Janet churned out a string of successful albums throughout the 1980s, '90s, and 2000s that kept pace with the changing sounds, looks, and trends of the times (which is more than can be said for Michael). 20 Y.O. is Jackson's 11th album, and with a title that roughly indicates her tenure in the commercial limelight, Jackson's accrued confidence and strengths as a performer make a strong showing.
Janet declares on the spoken intro to 20 Y.O. that she wants to "keep it light" and "have fun," and to that end the album boasts plenty of club bangers. "So Excited" and "Get It Out Me" are cases in point, with each sporting the spare, electro grooves ubiquitous in the early 2000s. Such tracks dot the disc, thanks to top-shelf producers like Jermaine Dupri and Terry Lewis, among others, but Jackson's way with a slinky ballad hasn't diminished, as "Call On Me," a duet with rapper Nelly, proves. Jackson's music sounds fresh and modern, with its pop instincts in tune with the contemporary market, almost as if she were, herself, 20 years old.

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1. 20 (Intro)
2. So Excited
3. Show Me
4. Get It out Me
5. Do It 2 Me
6. This Body
7. With U
8. Call on Me
9. Daybreak
10. Enjoy
11. 20 Pt. 4 (Interlude)
12. Take Care
13. Love 2 Love
14. 20 Pt. 5 (Outro

Monday, November 24, 2008

Monday, September 15, 2008

Janet's Tour Is A Big Hit On The Road





In the fad-hungry world of pop music, seven years is a lifetime.

Many who make it to the top of the charts one year will be nothing but a frothy memory seven years after their career climax.

But Janet Jackson -- who launched her first tour in seven years Wednesday night with a high-voltage performance at GM Place -- has a secure place in the pop world. The soft-spoken diva has a fan base and track record that allow her the rare privelege of hiding from the spotlight for years at a time before breaking out again.

But when she decides it's time for a tour, Ms. Jackson makes sure it's done right. And when she promises fans the show is going to be packed with hits, costumes and dancers, she doesn't disappoint. Within the first 10 minutes of the show, Jackson powered through four hits, covering material that spanned an impressive 22-year range. The opening set made it abundantly clear that Jackson has weathered many different musical trends and eras, but has always remained an individual.

Blasting off with The Pleasure Principle, off her 1986 breakthrough album, Control, Jackson quickly set the tone for a show that had a serious dance-club party vibe. The 42-year-old danced and sang her way through What Have You Done for Me Lately and onto Feedback, the lead single off her most recent album, Discipline.

With an ear-piercing blast of pyrotechnics, a fog of thick cloud and dancers that popped up out of the stage and runway, Jackson proved within the first minutes that she didn't choose the low-budget route for her Rock Witchu Tour.

The costume changes came fast and furious, ranging from futuristic space wear to a sailor-inspired number that included a curious corset to a long red sequined gown -- which she wore for her slowed-down set of four ballads (including Come Back to Me, Let's Wait Awhile and Again).

The crowd -- which didn't quite fill the stadium -- was on the quiet side to begin with, but exploded with high-pitched cheers for mega-hits like Nasty, Miss You Much and Together Again.

But it was after that last tune -- Janet's eighth No. 1 hit on the Billboard charts -- that the audience went wild.

Jackson stood alone, at the end of the runway, making expressions of gratitude and allowing a few tears to roll down her cheeks.

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Janet Jackson Launches Lingerie Line



Janet Jackson's latest release isn't from this year's "Discipline" album - it's her lingerie line, Pleasure Principle.

The legendary icon teamed with Bruno Schiavi, the Australian lingerie designer behind Dr. Rey's Shapewear line (named for "Dr. 90210" fixture Dr. Robert Rey), for her debut fashion duet. The 18-piece line is named after the hit single from Jackson's 1986 multiplatinum album "Control," is designed to be comfortable for a range of sizes - 32A to 44G, and is crafted of mostly satin and lace.

Items will be manufactured in China and will be in department stores by late this year or early 2009. Jackson and Schiavi are currently in negotiations with major chains to carry the line; U.S. stores will be revealed in coming months, with releases in Australia, Japan and Europe to follow.

Jackson said the combination of beauty and comfort was the primary driver for the designs, though affordability was also paramount. Price points for the bra and underwear pieces are all under $40.

"I hate when you've had on a bra all day long and you just can't wait to take it off - every woman has experienced that," she said. "A lot of lingerie tends to leave those marks and be uncomfortable. This line is about detail, fit and comfort as well as beauty and making women feel sexy."

This is the first time in her long career that Jackson has undertaken an apparel line of any sort, though she is a fan of Alexander McQueen - she came out to help fete the opening of his Los Angeles store this spring - and Versace, whose show she attended in June. Her innerwear collection will be expanded in the future, plus Schiavi and Jackson are already at work on additional lines and collaborations, including plans to extend beyond lingerie in 2009.

"In order for me to do something I have to be very passionate about it or I won't give it my all," she said. "I had so much fun designing this."

Jackson, who next month is embarking on her first North American concert tour in seven years, said the line developed quickly, though since she's preparing for her tour, and Schiavi splits time between Los Angeles and Australia, the pair had to squeeze in design sessions whenever they could - even during dance rehearsals or over the phone in the middle of the night.

"It's 3 a.m., Janet's in Paris and I'm in Australia and we're on the phone talking about the line," said Schiavi.

"I eat lunch at the same time every day, so we'd do a lot of work during my lunch time when Bruno would come down to rehearsals," Jackson added.

The singer first unveiled plans for the line in June at the Versace men's wear show in Milan in June, right around the time Jackson and longtime boyfriend, record producer Jermaine Dupri, said they're planning to start a family after the latest tour ends.

Jackson said the lingerie line is "definitely" a good jumping-off point for future fashion endeavors.

"It's something for every woman, and I truly do mean that. It makes you feel sexy," she said.

And presumably there will be no wardrobe malfunctions.

Saturday, July 12, 2008

MTV's America's Best Dance Crew devotes episode to Janet Jackson




Randy Jackson's best dance crews will have to get their rhythm on next week on MTV when they will be tasked with stepping to Miss Janet Jackson's hit songs.

We understand that the remaining six crews are digging deep into the Janet Jackson crates, spinning to "Control," "Nasty," "If," "All Nite (Don't Stop)," "I Get Lonely" and "Black Cat."

For the show finale, all the crews will "break color lines" and perform together to Jackson's "Rhythm Nation." Can you hear it? "We are a nation of no geographic boundaries . . . ." Clip reels of Janet's greatest dance moves were given to the crews for inspiration.

Collaborating on a team is hard enough, let's see if the competing "ABDC" teams really are "like-minded individuals, sharing a common vision."

We're going to go out on a limb and make a few predictions right here: (a) Supreme Soul will try to front on Super Cr3w and grab the spotlight, again. (b) Having watched many a Janet video and behind-the-scenes footage, we'll say this: ASIID and Fanny Pak, this could be your week to take control. (c) Wait for a Mario Lopez pun along the lines of "Sorry, Miss Jackson" to "A" camera.

But will the writers take it all the way and dip into classic TV with a Penny from "Good Times" joke or a Charlene DuPrey reference from "Diff'rent Strokes?" Here's hoping!

Miss Jackson (mommy or soon to be Mrs. Jackson-Dupree?) is in the process of scouring the country (Chicago, Atlanta, New York) before touching down in L.A. to attend the open casting calls for her reality show. The winner will become Janet's protege, probably a huge advantage for a debuting artist and/or dancer.

Does this mean a possible Janet and Jermaine sighting in the "ABDC" crowd, a la "The Bachelorette" star DeAnna Pappas last week?

The Janet Jackson "America's Best Dance Crew" episode airs Thursday, July 17 at 10 p.m.

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Discipline (2008) Janet Jackson



Cover art by : http://www.uhlikethat.com/

Janet Jackson's sixth number one album - a record.

Track Listing:
1. I.D. (Interlude)
2. Feedback
3. LUV
4. Spinnin' (Interlude)
5. Rollercoaster
6. Bathroom Break (Interlude)
7. Rock With U
8. 2Nite
9. Can't B Good ft. Ne-Yo
10. 4 Words (Interlude)
11. Never Letchu Go
12. Truth or Dare (Interlude)
13. Greatest X
14. Good Morning Janet (Interlude)
15. So Much Betta
16. Play Selection (Interlude)
17. The 1 ft. Missy Elliott
18. What's Ur Name
19. The Meaning (Interlude)
20. Discipline
21. Back (Interlude)
22. Curtains

Source: CD Rip 256KBS using iTunes VBR

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Saturday, June 28, 2008

Every Time (1998) Janet Jackson



Released on November 17, 1998, it was the sixth and final single released from Janet Jackson's sixth studio album "The Velvet Rope". In the song, Janet is afraid that she is starting to have feeling for someone despite the fact that she's "scared to fall in love" after being huirt in the past.

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Tracklisting:
1. Every Time (Album Version) (4:17)
2. Every Time (Jam & Lewis Disco Remix) (4:10)
3. Accept Me (4:07)

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Control (1986) Janet Jackson




Control is the third studio album by American R&B/pop singer Janet Jackson, released in 1986. The album was produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis as well as Jackson herself, and was her first time working with Jam & Lewis. The subject matter dealt with Jackson's independence, emergence from the Jackson family, and recent annulment of marriage to James DeBarge. It remains one of the most influential urban/R&B albums of all time. Control was the fifth best-selling album of 1987 in the U.S. and was nominated for Album of the Year at the 1987 Grammy Awards, losing out to Paul Simon's Graceland.

In 1989, Control was ranked number twenty-eight on Rolling Stone's list of the The 100 Greatest Albums of the 80's.

In 2007, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame released a list of what they term The Definitive 200 Albums of All Time. Control ranks at #86 on the list.


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Track list:

1. Control
2. Nasty
3. What Have You Done For Me Lately
4. You Can Be Mine
5. Pleasure Principle, The
6. When I Think of You
7. He Doesn't Know I'm Alive
8. Let's Wait Awhile
9. Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun)

Monday, June 9, 2008

Janet Jackson Dissatisfied With New Album Promo





Janet Jackson has aired her frustrations with Island Def Jam, whom she claims is no longer supporting her label debut, "Discipline."

Jackson told SOHH.com that Island discontinued promoting "Discipline" after her single, "Rock With U," failed to chart. Additional friction apparently resulted from Island also releasing "LUV" as a single, despite Jackson's wish that "LUV" be worked on its own.

In a statement released exclusively to Billboard, an Island Def Jam spokesperson says, "Unfortunately we haven't experienced the results we would have liked with this new album. But we respect and support Janet."

Jackson further claimed that due to dwindling label support, she won't be able to visit Europe as part of her upcoming Live Nation-promoted Rock Witchu tour, which begins Sept. 7 in Vancouver.

However, the Island Def Jam spokesperson says the label "has nothing to do with Janet's tour."

Saturday, May 24, 2008

Madonna Picks Her Favorites on iTunes!




Madonna's Playlist

1. Eminem - Shake That: "This song is amazing to dance to, it has a great beat and is a little naughty."

2. Sia - Breath Me (Mylo Remix): "I love the remix of this song. Sia has a beautiful voice and i warm up to this song when i work out."

3. Janet - Feedback (Monto Blanco Full Vocal Remix): This is a great song to dance to."

4. 50 Cent - In Da Club: "50 Cent makes amazing beats, this is a club classic that will never die."

5. Faithless - Drifting Away: "I love the combo of hip-hop and opera"

6. Rihanna - Don't Stop The Music (The Wideboys Club Mix): "This is a great song. It gives me an extra burst of energy when i feel like i have no more."

7. Kylie Minogue - Speakerphone: "Best song on the record. I love bloodshy and avant."

8. 50 Cent - Ayo Technology: "Another naughty song that inspires me."

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janet. tour [Dynamic Live] (1994) Janet Jackson




Here is a live CD from Janet Jackson's 1993 World Tour "janet.". This CD was only released in Japan and believe it or not was actually never officially released. It was sold in stores in Asia because of a company who got hold of audio of the tour and released it to stores before it got pulled.

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1. Let's Wait A While 4.13
2. Rhythm Nation 4.54
3. What Have You Done For Me Lately? 2.53
4. Come Back To Me 4.20
5. Escapade 2.25
6. Miss You Much 3.40
7. Love Will Never Do 4.26
8. Alright 4.07
9. Black Cat 10.26
10. Nasty 4.30
11. That's The Way Love Goes 7.53
12. Because Of Love 5.24
13. Again 3.21
14. Throb 4.38
15. When I Think Of You 3.55



Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Janet Jackson Tour Details Are Pouring In!



The iconic performer will pull from her celebrated collection of music which has sold over 100 Million albums Worldwide

Janet Jackson, who has undeniably influenced pop culture with over a 100 million album sold, countless hit singles, awards and accolades, announced the launch of her Rock Witchu tour on the Ellen DeGeneres show yesterday afternoon. This is Jackson’s first tour in over seven years and is expected to feature the hit songs and innovative dance routines that have made her one of the most celebrated artists in history.

The Live Nation produced tour kicking off in Vancouver, BC on September 10th, will feature dates in DC, New Jersey, Oakland, Montreal, and Toronto to name a few and is expected to hit major markets as it travels across the country. Tickets go on sale for the first shows beginning Saturday, June 7th, and are available at www.livenation.com . Confirmed dates are listed below with more dates to be announced shortly.

Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814 tour was the biggest selling debut world-wide tour in history. The tour solidified her status as a trailblazing entertainer with cutting edge choreography, unparalleled stage production, theatrics and spectacles, winning over audiences across the board and breaking global box office records along the way. She wowed the world with over 100 performances in 90 cities. The first international shows were in Japan, where she sold out the Tokyo Dome (48,000 capacity) with four shows in seven minutes, creating the record for the fastest sell out in the history of the Tokyo Dome.

Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning June 2 at 10am ET through Citi's Private Pass Program®. For complete presale details visit: www.privatepass.citi.com . "We are excited to offer Citi® cardmembers special access to the newly-announced Janet Jackson 2008 tour ," said Vik Atal, Chairman and CEO, Citi Cards. "The tour is a great example of the benefits of our alliance with Live Nation which enables us to provide our cardmembers with once-in-a-lifetime experiences through our unique Private Pass Program."

Jackson has launched, www.JanetFanClub.com , a dedicated tour website for the Rock Witchu Tour where the public can sign up for access to presale tickets, exclusive content, contests and worldwide community of Jackson fans and more. Pre-registration has now begun for the website, which will go live on May 28th, with early access to presale ticketing starting May 30th at 10am. Registrants will have the ability to access future presales for additional dates as they are announced. To find out more, visit www.JanetFanClub.com starting May 28th.

Jackson has left an indelible mark on pop music selling more than 100 million albums and as a female artist having achieved the number one spot on Billboard Magazine’s Top 200 Album Chart 6 times, is among the top 3 of all time for a female artist. She is the only performer male or female to be nominated for Grammy Awards in each of the Pop, Rock, Dance, Rap and R&B categories, and the first female recording artist of color to be nominated for a Producer of the Year Grammy. With literally hundreds of awards and nominations from everyone from the American Music Awards where she holds the title for most nominations from one album, MTV where she was awarded the first ICON award, or the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, Radio Music Awards, World Music Awards, Billboard, Rolling Stone, NAACP, etc the recognition of her musical contributions are astounding.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Janet Jackson announces "Rock Witchu World Tour"




Though going out on tour means connecting with fans, it can also mean long hours, high stress, and sleepless nights. Janet Jackson says she’s looking forward to all of it.

“I love all of that, all of that pressure, I really do,” Jackson said on Monday as she gears up for a North American tour to kick off in September.

The tour, which opens in Vancouver, B.C., on Sept. 20 and includes dates in New York and Washington, is Jackson’s first in seven years. But the singer, who just turned 42 last week, said she hadn’t planned on waiting for so long.

“I was supposed to go on tour with the last album,” said Jackson, referring to the 2006 CD “20 Y.O.” But the singer said her record label wanted her to wait for her latest CD, “Discipline.”

“We were actually in full-blown tour rehearsals at that point ... learning numbers, getting everything together, set designs,” she said. “I had to kind of shut everything down and go into the studio.”

Jackson’s shows have always been heavy on choreography and glitzy sets. But she promised fans some surprises this time around.

“It will definitely be a big production but it will definitely also be something that I’ve never done before, that people have never seen from me before,” she said.

While only a few dates have been announced for the Live Nation tour, Jackson expects to take the “Rock Witchu” tour (named, by the way, for a song on her new album, not for her brother Michael’s famous hit) worldwide.

“It’s been a while so I really want to make my rounds,” she said. “I haven’t been to “Australia in a very long time; I can’t wait to go there. There are a lot of places where I really want to stop off at, and that’s the idea, that’s the goal with this tour.

Tickets go on sale June 7.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Janet Jackson to perform on Ellen DeGeneres




Janet Jackson will be interviewed and will perform on the May 19 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

Check out her upcoming singles "Luv" and "Can't B Good"

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Can't B Good: http://sharebee.com/c48e89c4

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Janet Jackson performs "Luv" for US Troops




Janet Jackson is no longer "sick" and seems to be finally willing to promote her album "Discipline" which hit the top of three Billboard album charts weeks ago, but soon after Jackson was no where to be found to promote the record! She put together a killer performance of what seems to be an upcoming single; "Luv". The special concert United America which featured Janet, Ne-Yo, Snoop Dogg, Jessica Simpson, Clint Black, Blind Melon, Girlicious and ZZ Top will air later this year on NBC.



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Friday, May 9, 2008

You Want This (1994) Janet Jackson


The last single from Janet's 1993 Grammy winning album, "You Want This" one of 1994's biggest summer hits.

Track list:

1. You Want This (Remix) (4:46)
2. You Want This (E-Smoove's Anthem 7") (4:24)
3. You Want This (Mafia & Fluxy Dancehall Mix) (4:31)
4. You Want This (Spoiled Milk. Remix) (4:44)
5. You Want This (Disco Theory) (6:14)
6. You Want This (Funk Extravaganza) (7:42)
7. You Want This (Smoove Soul 12") (6:20)

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Go Deep (1998) Janet Jackson




Janet Jackson's #1 dance single in 1998 "Go Deep" here is another CD import with remixes. This is another single from her #1 album "The Velvet Rope".

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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Feedback (featuring Busta Rhymes, Ciara, Fabolous) (2008) - Janet Jackson



"Feedback" was the first single from Janet's #1 album Discipline. It became Janet's 19th #1 dance single and her 24th Gold single, placing her in first place for the female artist with the most gold singles. The song was remixed a few months after release and features Busta Rhymes, Ciara, Fabolous.

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Monday, May 5, 2008

Can't Be Good (2008) Janet Jackson


Janet's latest single "Can't B Good" which goes to radio May 19th. This song appears on her number-one album "Discipline".

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