“I don’t prescribe to “the king of R&B”. You know, I’m a contributor, just like the great artists before me. A King, yes. A King of RnB I’m not sure if I would claim myself to be that. But definitely a one of a kind and a great contributor to RnB music. But a king for sure, even a God!”

RESPECT MAG: How is it going?
O: It’s going amazing. I’m in New York City we have The Millennium Tour tomorrow so I’m just out here making errands. Everything is great though.

Are you still the king of RnB? if not, who do you think holds that crown?
I don’t prescribe to “the king of RnB”. You know, I’m a contributor, just like the great artists before me. A king, yes. A King of R&B I’m not sure if I would claim myself to be that. But definitely a one of a kind and a great contributor to R&B music. But a king for sure, even a God!

Let’s talk about the Millennium Tour 2020. What are the expectations and does it feel good to be on stage performing again? Lots of hits lots of nostalgia what else is new?
Well we just dropped a new song a couple of weeks ago “Can You Hear Me” featuring T-Pain. So you know we got new music to go with the tour. I got so many amazing things currently going on, I also just announced also ill be dropping essential oil with Art Naturals called “Unbothered” by Omarion. Giving you the essence of what it really means to be unbothered. so many things going on. They all good things. so, I’m happy.

How do you balance between being a dad and touring?
well, I have a staff. I’m so blessed with an amazing staff who make sure that my schedule is cleared for the important times. You know like, my kids, they sometimes have morning assemblies. I’m a very very involved parent, so I make time for my kids. I understand how important it is to be there for them. Also, I’m on tour right and my daughter’s birthday is coming up on the 7th, she’ll be turning four. so ill be flying back the next week to celebrate her birthday, so daddy makes time.

Stars have moments, what’s your favorite moment in your career that’s unforgettable to you that you’d like to share.
Yes definitely, it’s 08 all of the performances on the BET Awards of “Oh”, “Touch” you know, “Ice Box”, “Post To Be”, you know, performing with Chris although they didn’t have all of my shots you know what I’m saying but it was a great moment. what else? currently, now I’m often living in moments, in the upcoming week I’m gonna be shooting “Can You Hear Me?” featuring T-Pain music so that should be fun. But you know, all of the Highlights come from the supportive fans. You know all those moments that are not I’m just contributing my energy and my creativity towards but you know when the fans respond when they love it and that it’s reciprocal. so yeah, those are few moments.

If there was something you could do over what would it be.
You know I’m not the one to take moments back. Because there is always some information and lessons you can learn from those moments that you might not be happy about at the time. So, I wouldn’t take anything back. You know, you live and you learn. That’s what life is all about.

What are some of the big body collabs your fans would be excited about happening right now?
Well, definitely this one with T-Pain. I have some other things in the work that I can’t really speak about. But yeah, some organic and like real-time collabos. No forced collabs. I find that when people talk about collabs, they say the same things like “well, who is it gonna be?” you know, and collabs come in many forms. A collab can come in the form of a producer as well as an artist. So, yeah it’s gonna be some amazing collabs. One amazing collab that I have is coming up at the end of the year announcing my forthcoming album Passport with James Fauntleroy. Me and James did a whole album together, you know, he’s an amazing creative so I cant for people to finally hear it. We’re dropping that in the forth quarter so yeah, I’m excited about that.

Are there any new artists you are currently into?
Not at the moment. I find that no disrespect to any of the artists that are contributing to music but there is not a lot of substance out there. There are not a lot of songs that are actually talking about the things that resonate with me. So I listen to my 3-hour mixes you know Thunderstorm Laps/Soulection. I be good in front of my decks. But you know there is some good ones out there but having a good song or creating a good, I don’t wanna say it’s easy but it appears to be easier nowadays. That also falls into the assessment, like I’m not just into hearing rhymes and beats, you know, rhythm and blues, there is a reason why those genres are called that. Blues being the representation of you speaking about your perspective in love and life. I feel that there is little bit of that. There is not a lot, but there are definitely some artists doing that. One that I can think of is Jacob Latimore. I like what he’s doing. He’s flexible as his art. Someone who’s been doing it for a long time. you know, he’s doing TV, he’s doing music, so that’s a young man that I believe will have a really bright future and will be around in the music for the future to come.

If you could collaborate with any of the new artists who would it be?
I think it would be dope to do something with Jaden Smith. I know Jaden has specific type of music that he creates. It would be dope to do something with him.

I met Jaden, he’s a very creative kid. He’s got alot going on especially with MSFTS brand. so yeah, that would be dope.
Yeah he’s lit. yeah that would be dope! yeah Jaden Smith.

Electro hop/Hip House was a big wave in the late 2000s do you see that wave ever coming back in its original form? with the way hip-hop is going these days? what do you think will be some of the obvious sound difference now with trap and emo rap heavily influencing hip-hop?
Facts. yeah, I think House music in its totality has been a separate genre from the mainstream. It’s one of the classes of music that has it’s sprits. You know, It’s been around for so long like you said and things have their re-emerging and like Kanye has a little bit of house in his new music. I love house, by the way, you know and I go dancing frequently so yeah, music always has its re-emergence. It always pops back up, especially when it’s these seeming subcultures, like even afrobeat, that’s been around for a while. So to answer your question, yes, we will all be joined at house music, and house music is great music, its great vibrations. So yeah I’m looking forward to that.

Wow, well coming from you that means alot because I make electronic and house music as well so it feels good to know. Because doesn’t matter the color of your skin, it brings people together. It’s universal.
Ok facts! yeah man, house is on the way.

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Summer 2017 has been a summer to remember for the Los Angeles native Jay 305. From the release of his new album ‘Taking All Bets’ to the numerous events surrounding his debut album, Jay 305 has been living the dream. After the release of his “Yuck it Up” visual, Jay 305 is back with more.

Now he’s here to close out the summer with the visual for “When You Say” featuring Omarion. The video features a beautiful ocean view, beautiful women, and Jay 305 truly enjoying the fruits of his labor. This track was produced by Cardo and features a strong sample from Teena Marie’s “Ooo La La La”. The track provides a vibe that is truly irresistible. With his chest out and chain hanging, Jay 305 is truly an example of going after what you want and letting nothing stop you. Make sure you light that cigar and pull out that bottle of wine you’ve been saving for months when you check out this visual, its only fitting. Check out the the visual for “When You Say” and let us know what you think. Enjoy!

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DJ Carisma’s new EP is Nice!

The summer is heating up with new music every week. This week, add DJ Carisma’s self-titled EP to your list. The skip button won’t exist after playing the first song. Yes, it’s THAT good!

Whether she’s spinning on L.A.’s #1 Hip-Hop radio station Real 92.3 FM, or wearing the hat of Program Director while getting nods from Hip-Hops icons DJ Khaled and Jay-Z, DJ Carisma is making dope tracks. She’s also a purveyor of introducing new music from emerging unsigned and indie talent with her Young California movement.

Stream the EP — which sees appearances from YG, Jeremih, Tinashe, Problem and more — in full and download on iTunes (below).

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Diggy has been on a roll with the new material. After dropping “All Day”, he’s right back with “Fakin'” featuring Ty Dolla $ign and Omarion. This single will available for purchase on iTunes at 11PM EST tonight. Enjoy.

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Omarion has dropped off the visual for his French Montana and Kid Ink-assisted track “I’m Up.” It’s a poolside affair, watch it below.

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As promised, Problem’s Mollywood 3: The Relapse (Side B) project is finally here. The 18-track offering features cameos from IAMSU!, Omarion, Freddie Gibbs and fellow Diamond Lane Music Group signee, Bad Lucc. If that isn’t enough for you, the project also features production from talented producers, such as Terrace Martin, Ray Keys, Mars of 1500OrNothin and Problem himself. Catch the stream below and download a copy here.

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King Los teams up with Da Internz and Omarion to create “90’s Interlude,” a smooth poetic love song. In the two minute cut Omarion assist with the vocals as Los enters the universe of love. Listen to King Los defy gravity with some intricate bars in the track below.

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