Category: Producer

There For You

6/12/2017

Key Lyric: Last Year Took A Toll On Me / But I Made It With You Next To Me

21 year old DJ Martin Garrix who broke out onto the scene with instrunmental dance hit “Animals” has been having a string of success lately with collaborations with Bebe Rexha (“In The Name of Love”) and emerging pop star Dua Lipa (“Scared To Be Lonely”) and he's hoping to bring that same kinetic star power to Troye Sivan. The Australian singer who made marginal impact with “Youth” back in 2015.

Martin has described Troye as a “brother” and the two pair together effortlessly on this new track of sentimental love. The song retains what the two do the best. Troye's wide eyed long sick lust for love and Martin's ear for honed mainstream EDM.

The music video has already dropped and it has it all. The quintessential San Francisco skyline, black nail polish, flowers, and a hoard of rave ready fans waiting for the drop. Troye Sivan may be about to have his biggest hit stateside yet.

Buy "There For You"

Nothing's Real

7/18/2016

There's nothing that screams talent and passion like “London based singer/songwriter”, it's a phrase you'll find on any website describing Shura. A pop star for the 2010's who defiantly breaks and embraces the mold of what it is to be a female singer.

Shura does not have the cheerleader body of Katy Perry or the voice of Celine Dion, but much like Jewel her charm comes from her personal musings. She has a hand in writing every song off of her new album Nothing's Real.

Most of the songs play with being on the brink of love and not quite getting there. Her attention gathering song “Touch” finds her running into a past lover and seeing the love but recognizing that something's changed. They can't be what they were.

“Touch” was released almost two years ago, but just as recently as February found itself given the video treatment with some extra verses from rapper Talib Kweli. It's jarring to find him parring off against, Shura's light breathy vocals. That's possibly the reason that version was left off the album, but it shows a record labels well defined need for a radio hit.

Buy "Touch"

The well versed “2 Shy” deals with youth and friendship and a want for something more, but the fear of anything changing. It's blissful and sweet and it's no surprise it was chosen as a single from the album.

Buy "2Shy"

Nothing's Real finds her not only writing, but producing on the album along with the help of Joel Pott most well known for his work with the band Athlete. Greg Kurstin also stops by for a few tracks. He's the man who helped Adele break records with “Hello”. He's worked with a host of other pop stars, but most notably Tegan and Sara in regards to Shura.

The eighties synthpop Shura has achieved runs consistent with everyone's favorite lesbian duo. It's the easy to hear bright eighties synthpop influence of Heartthrob and Love You To Death. Albums that helped inspire Taylor Swift's 1989.

It's no surprise then that you can find Shura opening for Tegan and Sara when they tour North America this year. Her music will coincide with what their fans already listen to.

The album standout is “What's It Gonna Be?” The same questions are asked. Do I tell I love you? If you say no let me down gently. The song itself never answers the questions, but that's what we have music videos for. It has a high school setting. It plays with our heteronormative values. Shura and her best friend find love. Her with the beautifully intelligent girl in Chemistry and him with the preppy boy with the good hair on the sports team.

Buy "What's It Gonna Be?"

Shura doesn't play the sad lesbian and she doesn't envelope the melancholy that is so trademark of Troye Sivan's releases. Instead she gives us music about being young and gay and in love. Nothing's Real is truly heartwarming break from the norm.

The album has not found a physical release for the CD or vinyl in the United States, but you can always order it online or purchases a digital copy.

#NeverTrump

Buy Nothing's Real

Sony Music Supports Rape

12/7/2015

A few months ago I did an article on Kesha where I briefly touched on her court case against music producer Dr. Luke. You can read that here and at the time the trial wasn't completely in full swing.

Kesha has filed legal action to be released from her contract with recording producer Dr. Luke. According to her statements he has raped her, drugged her, emotionally abused her. You can do your own research on that. Some of it's very graphic and she feels unsafe to work with him.

My suggestion to Kesha was to release a greatest hits. Tack on one new song. Drop that greatest hits and get out of that contract. Jennifer Lopez satisfied her recording contract with Island by doing that. Madonna did the same with Warner Bros.

I didn't realize she had three more albums to record with Dr. Luke. If you don't know who he is. He's the force behind some of the biggest hits in pop music. He's worked with Britney Spears, Kelly Clarkson, Nicki Minaj. All the greats. He's part of the reason for Kesha's mainstream success. As of right now Kesha has never had a single miss the top 40. That's amazing.

This complicates matters. She is working directly on Dr. Luke. He is supposed to produce her records and what safety can she have working with a man like that. Her stint in rehab over her eating disorders were caused by Dr. Luke.

Kesha asked Sony music to just release her from working with Dr. Luke. That she was willing to have her music released from Sony, she just didn't want to work with her abuser. Which, seems perfectly reasonable.

They refused. Sony is choosing to protect Dr. Luke instead of their artists, because he's a hit maker. With Kesha and Dr. Luke in a lawsuit, if Kesha loses her career is essentially over. Dr. Luke can shelve any album she makes. Release it and give it any promotion. He has all the power. There is no way Sony music will be able to make any money from Kesha if she's restricted to this contract.

This case should have been solved a long time ago. Her testimony is graphic and even if it wasn't it seems unlikely that Kesha would lie about this. For what gain? Dr. Luke made her a superstar. She isn't trying to get away from someone who's unable to produce her hits. She's getting away from her abuser.

Kesha gave Sony Music such a reasonable alternative to this continued lawsuit and they decided to support Dr. Luke. They have aligned themselves with a rapist in the terms of profits. Supporting Kesha would have lost them nothing other then some irritation on the part of Dr. Luke.

I support Kesha completely in her decision not to release any more music with Dr. Luke. I love Kesha and I would love more Kesha music in my life, but it's so much more important that she isn't put in hostile situations where she has to deal with this man.

It's absolutely disgusting that Sony is siding with a rapist who took advantage of one of their artists instead of choosing to support her, they have set the precedence that rape and molestation is acceptable as long as you produce hits.

The Music of June

5/25/2015

June is the biggest month in music that has happened so far in 2015. Multiple (hopefully) solid albums are going to be released. I know what your saying. But, Madonna's album, Rebel Heart, came out in March. That is true, but one queen cannot hold down an entire month. The only month that really rivaled this was January when Fall Out Boy, Ella Henderson, and Marilyn Manson all released new music.

Granted I didn't buy any of those albums. I am working on it. I was trying to save money by not buying music. And, then I bought 20 albums this month, so I think it worked out really well for me.

Florence + The Machine
How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful
June 2nd

This is going to be the third album by British indie rock band Florence + The Machine. You should know them for their hit single “Dog Days Are Over” and for lead singer Florence Welch's wailing on Calvin Harris's hit “Sweet Nothings”. Vocal stylings are Florence's prowess. She has a very unique voice and all of her albums have been critically acclaimed. I know multiple people who love and adore this band.

This is going to be my first Florence + The Machine album. I've decided this is going to be my first experience. I've always liked them, but I am obsessed with their song “What Kind of Man”. The music video is great. Florence Welch has very nice breasts by the way. And, if it is representative of the album at all. This is a stellar release.

Buy "What Kind of Man"

Hilary Duff
Breathe In. Breathe Out.
June 16th

My love for Hilary Duff is undying. This is going to be 1 of 3 albums I'm buying on the sixteenth. My body is shaking. This album has been proceeded by three singles “Chasing The Sun”, “All About You”, and “Sparks”. “Sparks” is cowritten by Tove Lo who has been having her own string of hits with “Stay High”, "Heroes (We Could Be)" and “Talking Body”. “Sparks” is Hilary's shot at hitting the top forty. The video is adorable and very Hilary Duff. Ed Sheeran is also a collaborator on this album that was originally titled This Heart. I'm so glad she changed it. Breathe In. Breathe Out. has such a better impact. It should be a collective mix of quality recordings.

Buy "Sparks"

Ryn Weaver
The Fool
June 16th

Ryn Weaver is the dark horse on my list. She has not had a hit song, but I find her music to be fascinating. The song that's been somewhat successfully vying for radio play is “Octahate” if you heard it on the radio you would not know this was the name of the song. Ryn Weaver would probably fall under “indie pop” because that's where any artist goes if your not sure what their music is. Listen to the song. Make your own opinion. The twins like it and god knows that's hard for us to find common ground on music. She's definitely pretty enough to be a pop star and honestly that's step number one.

Buy "Octahate"

Giorgio Moroder
Deja Vu
June 16th

I blogged about this when legendary producer Giorgio Moroder first announced plans for a solo album and as I said I am keeping you updated. Giorgio Moroder is the man behind Donna Summer and Daft Punk's phenomenal return to the top of the charts with Random Access Memories. This is going to be a 74 year old's take on pop music with vocal stylings of Sia, Charli XCX, Britney Spears, Kelis, among others over the production. New music from mama Kelis is necessary. Her last hit was with Calvin Harris with “Bounce” and that was only in Europe. This could be what she needs to return back on top.

Britney Spears is covering “Tom's Diner” and that song has already been released. It's an invigorated cover and it's Britney. It's a necessary addition to any album collection. Kylie Minogue was on the lead single “Right Here, Right Now” that although catchy, failed epically. Mikky Ekko is also on the album if you have any interest in him after his duet with Rihanna on “Stay”. This might not be an album for you to buy blind, but definitely look into. Giorgio Moroder has been in the industry for a long time and it's sure to be memorable whether or not it's something you want to turn up to at the gym.

Buy "Tom's Diner"

Tori Kelly
Unbreakable Smile
June 23rd

The name of her album is Unbreakable Smile and yet she isn't smiling. I honestly don't understand that. But, that's fine. Maybe the Target deluxe edition will have her in full smile. She's the girl behind “Nobody Love”. You may or may not have heard it on the radio. It's catchy. Her vocals are not the best. I can actually say I knew of her before she achieved a certain level of semi-fame. She was on YouTube and more specifically she was on the Superfruit channel with Scott and Mitch. That's when I heard of her and I was like I like you.

This album should be interesting. This is the only one I'm a little hesitant on buying, but I hope it will be good. I have my fingers crossed. I most certainly will be tweeting and tumblring about if it does not live up to expectations.

Buy "Nobody Love"

Carly Rae Jepsen
Emotion
June 23rd

Hear me out on this one. I know no one likes Carly Rae Jepsen. We're over “Call Me Maybe” and “I Really Like You” is juvenile. Your criticisms of those two songs is accurate. However, her last album Kiss was phenomenal. I bought that album for “Good Time” and I loved it. “Call Me Maybe” was one of the lower moments. Carly Rae Jepsen knows how to make a consistent album. I have high hopes for Emotion and I will shamelessly be buying it.

Buy "I Really Like You"

Pretty Girls

4/27/2015

I may or may not have started hyperventilating at this news. You may or may not have heard. It hasn't even dropped, yet. But, Britney Spears is releasing a new single on May 5th

… And Iggy Azalea

The song is a joint venture by Queen Britney Spears and I-G-G-Y. The song is labeled as Britney Spears featuring Iggy Azalea. What does it sound like?

No fucking idea. Probably some hybrid of what's made Iggy famous. A few rap verses and a ready to kill chorus, that Britney Spears saunters over and proceeds to suffocate the Australian rapper with. I almost hate to admit the fact that they both need a hit. This isn't Britney Spears giving Iggy an up and come up. Britney needs this as bad as Iggy.

The last Britney album, Britney Jean, went largely under appreciated, despite the icon status that “Work Bitch” should be given. This residency tour is sucking the life out of Britney and the album was not promoted the way it needed to be. And, as a member of the Britney Army. It failed.

Now, I don't think Iggy is dead and done for. But, right now her career tombstone is reading 2014-2014. Her tour got canceled. Opening acts Nick Jonas and Tinashe dropped out. Tinashe proceeded to join Nicki Minaj. Like god damn. Punch the Australian in the kangaroo already. And, if you read my music reviews from last year, you know I was underwhelmed by The New Classic.

And, let's be real. “Trouble” is not everything. If it gets radio play, I might throw up. I like Jennifer Hudson and all. I want her to do well, But, is this going to be the “Fancy” of 2015. No. It isn't.

So, Iggy needs this hit. Britney doesn't need it. But, it wouldn't hurt. Now, I don't feel like pairing up with Iggy was necessary. She is reportedly working with Giorgio Moroder on his solo album. He's one of the record producers behind Daft Punk's smash album Random Access Memories. Giorgio will release a hit with Britney on vocals and it will smash the world.

That said Shakira is playing the same card as Britney. Shakira is also rumored to be working on a single with the Australian rapper. Now, why Shakira thinks this will work when she couldn't even get a top ten hit out of a song with Rihanna on it, I don't know.

End of a long story. This song is going to slay. I don't doubt that. Apparently Iggy is going to be releasing a new album this year and this is the kick off single. Someone should probably explain to Iggy that if this was her song it would “Iggy Azalea & Britney Spears” instead of “Britney Spears featuring Iggy Azalea”. Sit down.

Now Britney said she is not planning on releasing a new album this year, but if this song is a hit. You better believe will have an October/November release. Britney doesn't write her own music. Some good producer will whip up a few songs. She'll put her vocals over it and we will have classic Britney.

Cross your fingers that “Pretty Girls” is the anthem we've been waiting for.

Animals And Monsters United

2/16/2015

Two queens of the gays are about to make a big comeback in 2015. And, I don't mean Madonna (Of course she is going to slay us with Rebel Heart this March). Not even RuPaul. I swear he tweeted something about the season premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race being a Beyonce.

Does that mean that bitch Shangela is coming back for yet another season of Drag Race or that Ru plans on dropping new music for the hunties. That being said I tried to find the tweet and I didn't see it. Now that could mean it was deleted or I made it up. But, I like the idea of Ru pulling a Beyonce on us. More Ru music the better.

The two fan groups who should be gagging are the Animals and the Little Monsters. Both Lady Gaga and Kesha were on a list of singers who might surprise drop a new album. This was last year in 2014 where there were always rumors of surprise albums.

2014 saw Gaga promote her jazz record with legend Tony Bennett and Kesha began her court battle with record producer Dr. Luke. It was an uneventful moment for both them in terms of popular music output.

However. Soon, there may be more music. Kesha recently tweeted that she would release music as soon as she could. What does that mean? The music is already complete? Is the new Kesha record prepared. She just needs to get out of her contract with Dr. Luke.

If so will it just be a quick transfer from one record label to another. And, will she just drop it like Beyonce? Not only that, but there is another possibility. She recorded an album with rock band, Flaming Lips that was titled Lisha. She has stated that she wanted people to 'hear' it even if it meant just releasing it.

The release was canceled. Some of the songs recorded included “You're The Reason Our Children Are Ugly”, “You Must Be Upgraded”, and “Futuristic Sex Toys”. I want to hear this release. This rock direction might surprise people who didn't buy her last album Warrior, but I think it's a perfectly natural direction. I don't know if it could be commercially successful, but it is interesting never the less.

With Gaga we should have a straight forward release. That in of itself is questionable. Now hopefully she's on better standing with her record label (which oddly enough also has Madonna on it's roster) and they will promote this new album the way they should have promoted ARTPOP.

The album is being recorded on the road. A new song entitled “Til It Happens To You” that is a duet with Diane Warren is part of the soundtrack for a documentary entitled The Hunting Ground. The film deals with rape and as you know Gaga was raped by a record producer early in her career.

I have not been able to hear the song, however I imagine it is not a good indication of what the new album will sound like. Or who knows. Maybe it is exactly what it will sound like.

She is back in the studio with producer RedOne. The man who relaunched Jennifer Lopez's career with “On The Floor” and was the powerhouse behind Nicki Minaj's “Starships”. RedOne is Gaga's most famous collaborator. The prolific Gaga hits that were “Just Dance”, “Love Game” ,“Poker Face”, “Bad Romance”, “Alejandro”, and “Judas”.

This should be a good start for her new record. He only had one song on her last album and “Gypsy” is a fan favorite (Not my favorite). I don't know if I like her being in a rut. Using the same jumping off point that she's used before. However, she needs to regain the throne.

Buy "Gypsy"

Going back to a hitmaker is not a bad move. I honestly don't know who I would rather have her work with. Maybe she shouldn't create a dance record. An album of mature pop might not be a bad way to go. This will be her fourth (fifth if you include Cheek to Cheek) album. She so far has not made a huge stylistic change from The Fame to ARTPOP.

Yes. They've all been very different albums. However, at this point her longevity is in question and it might be time to tackle a new field. I think we need a Gaga ballad. Lord knows if Rihanna can have them, Gaga can. An album of slower material (with a few bangers of course) might be a good direction for her. Especially if “Til It Happens To You” is as raw as I think it is.

Speaking of Rihanna. We should have her eighth studio album this year sometime in October or November. And, we'll have her voice for the soundtrack of Home. So, if that doesn't make you excited about 2015, I don't know what will.

Into Annie

12/15/2014

So, day two of the 12 Days of Bubbles continues. At this point we are all rushing around, trying to get those Christmas presents done, and out of the way. I know this is finals week. That is going how it is going.

The only thing keeping all of us going is knowing that soon we will have Christmas upon us and that at the end of the month we're going to get so wasted and kiss the loves of our lives at midnight.

That, however is not what is getting me through this week. Friday, I am ready. This Friday on the 19th, the remake of Annie is coming to theaters near you. I am so ready.

Annie is just my childhood movie. Carole Burnett kills it as Miss Hannigan, and I'm just really feeling the cast they picked for this movie. Now they could fuck it up. I am not dismissing that. There is a strong possibility that will happen. What's really exciting me is that Cameron Diaz will be taking over my favorite role of , Miss Hannigan. And, you know Cameron can sing. She was on Glee after all.

The music should be interesting. You've got Jay-Z backing up this soundtrack as producer, and you should know he killed The Great Gatsby Soundtrack. Now, I don't know if Jamie Foxx will be singing. I don't really want him to. That little girl Quvenzhané Wallis is also starring as Annie. She's the one who won that Academy Award or almost one that Academy Award. I don't know. I had to google her name. That's a hot mess right there. Until she hits Angelina Jolie level, I don't think I'll get her name down.

Needless to say if I'm not too busy blogging away for the 12 Days of Bubbles, I will be in the front row to see Annie on the 19th.

Now the movie I am just so ready for is also a musical. Now, I do not like musicals. Like I tolerate them, but I don't like them per say. But, on the 25th of December, I will not be in the theater, but I will be thinking about being front row and center to see Out of the Woods.

More then likely I'll see it with the Mayor and Miss Sara Bellum. They love the theater as much as I do not. It is a star studded cast. Meryl Streep is in it. Harkening back to the days of Mamma Mia! A musical that legitimately is my shit.

This musical is a mash up of fairy tales. That includes Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Emily Blunt, and Johnny Depp. If you saw Pitch Perfect you know who Anna Kendrick is, if you've listened to the radio at all you know “Cups”. She's really funny. Her twitter is to die for.

Anna Kendrick and Chris Pine

I live for Emily Blunt. She was that really bitchy secretary in The Devil Wears Prada and ever since then I've just lived for her. I follow her career. I shamelessly stalked her wedding to John Krasinski. She's like the love of my life.

Of course everyone is down for some Johnny Depp. Then, Chris Pine is in it. Not Chris Pratt, but Chris Pine is not bad to look at. He's douche bag hot. You know what I mean? Like he's hot, but he knows he's hot. And he's kind of an asshole. Either way, I do not mind seeing him in front of me when I watch this movie.

Do not kill me for not being excited about the new Hobbit movie. I don't even know what's it called. It's coming out on a Wednesday, which is weird. Now I have seen The Lord of the Rings. I've seen every single one, so I don't hate the Hobbit. I just haven't seen any of them.

I am seeing it by the way. At a midnight showing. A program I'm in at school is going, and my crush is also in said program, and this seems like something he would do. So. I am going. Shamelessly for that reason. He might not even show up, and that it would be heart breaking.

No matter what happens, Orlando Bloom will be in this movie. And, I have never been more attracted to him, then when he had that long straight white hair. Like, god damn. It also didn't hurt that he was the only clean person in the entire movie.

Disco Is A Zombie

12/8/2014

Disco is back from the dead. After three dormant decades, it is back with Giorgio Moroder leading the way. You could make the argument that disco never died and that it simply evolved. In Europe this was very true. Disco didn't fade, dance music changed. The United States, however really did have a come to terms with bringing disco down, and it wasn't until Madonna that dance music really came back in vogue.

Giorgio Moroder is probably not a household name to most people. Not even those who lived through the highlights of disco. I know who he is, because of his work with Donna Summer. I don't think I've really talked about her on the blog, but I love Donna Summer. Needless to say you will see Giorgio Moroder's name stamped across a lot of Donna Summer hits “Love to Love You Baby”, “Hot Stuff”, “I Feel Love” to name a few.

He's an iconic record producer. Quite recently his sound had a surge of popularity when Daft Punk enlisted him for their album, Random Access Memories. It won a Grammy for album of the year, spawned the massive hit that was “Get Lucky”. I was never interested enough to really look into it, but it received phenomenal reviews.

Fun fact that he also did the Scarface soundtrack. Jenny knew this for some odd reason. I don't know why, she is surprisingly skilled in knowledge in film scores and soundtracks. Something, I am not.

The moral of the story. The reason he is the subject of conversation is that Mr. Moroder is releasing a new album at the age of 74. There will be a slew of guest hit makers, much the way David Guetta and Calvin Harris tailor their albums.

At the moment there is no release date, but I will keep you updated. I'm definitely curious about this project. What does this 74 year old man think he can contribute to pop music? I have no idea and that's what is so intriguing, as his last studio album came out over 30 years ago. The same time disco died. He is now back, and about to let us have it?

Collaborators include: Britney Spears, Charli XCX, Kylie Minogue, Sia, Mikky Ekko, and Foxes.

Kylie Minogue

Sia

Foxes

Mikky Ekko

Britney Spears

Charli XCX

Obviously, I am excited for new Britney music as the rest of the world is. I'm kind of bored with Charli to be honest. I am considering buying Sucker next week, though. I still haven't decided. Kylie Minogue is irrelvant to Americans.

There's no reason Giorgio shouldn't enlist hit maker Sia, especially with her recent chart successes. As far as Mikky Ekko and Foxes go. I don't really have anything against it. I thought Mikky Ekko's career had flat lined after his duet with Rihanna, so if he can get his name back out there he might finally drop that solo album.

Who even knows what's happening with Foxes. She sang “Clarity” for Zedd and now she's on a veteran producers album. I suppose that's exciting for her. I have no interest in her career. If it blows up, I will take note, until then. I have better things to do.

One song has been released from the album so far. It is mainly instrumental, but it has me interested in this new project. It's called “74 is the New 24”.

I don't know if I would go that far.

Buy "74 is the New 24"

Bitch, She's Madonna

10/15/2014

For people not invested in the process of Madonna's new studio album. It is a lot of information to keep up with. Collaborators, tracklists, instagram pictures. That is why I will try to summarize the event that is sure to hit us in year 2015.

For over a year now Madonna has been teasing us with the release of her 13th studio album. It's been a cruel process to the fans. At the start of this year, I thought there was a strong possibility that we could have a new album that summer, maybe later that year. Well, it is no longer later this year. It will be 2015. No release date within 2015, but I think the album is close to done.

From the collaborators swirling around in the studio, this album should be EDM inspired. We have Avicii, Diplo, Disclosure, Natalia Kills, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Alicia Keys all as possibilities.

Avicii is for all intensive purposes confirmed as a collaborator. I do not approve. Although, it doesn't surprise me that Madonna likes him. His music is derivative of her American Life album. His lack of originality and his critical acclaim bother me as Madonna's similar work was derided by the critics. However. I have chosen to accept him as the Queen has graced him with her presence.

Diplo is confirmed. Diplo is just a producer. You probably know some of his work. He's the man behind “Paper Planes”, “Look At Me Now” and “Too Close”. He has guaranteed us that there are three certified smashes from the album with his name attached to it. Now when I listed those three songs earlier and said this is what you should know him for. That is literally all you will know him for. He's worked with other big names, but those are the hits he's attached to. Three.

So, he wants to tell us he's co-written three hits with Madonna when he has only produced three hits in his entire career? I don't think so, bitch. He is also the only one talking about Madonna's new album with anyone. I'm sorry Guy O'Seary her manager isn't talking. What makes you think your special. Oh, right the same person who couldn't make it to Madonna's Academy Awards Party. What is your life sir. This music better be the shit, because you are rude. And, if anything goes wrong I will not be blaming Madonna.

Now Disclosure is interesting. They're a relatively new production team. I don't particularly care for the Sam Smith fronted “Latch”, still with the right backing vocals (*cough* *cough* Madonna) I'm interested. They said recently to Billboard that they are not working with Madonna, but they would “consider it”. Everyone would consider it. Are you being shady, Disclosure. Are there plans to work with Madonna that you are respectfully choosing not to inform us of. That is my question. I think they are definitely possibilities. I expect to see collaborations from them on her new album.

This brings us to a very interesting point. Natalia Kills, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, and Alicia Keys have been linked to this album. The question is are they appearing on the album as songwriters or featured artists?

Madonna with Natalia Kills

Madonna with Nicki Minaj

Madonna with Miley Cyrus on MTV

Madonna with daughter Lourdes and Alicia Keys

Natalia Kills I am very up in the air about. She is a wise move for Madonna to team up with. Natalia has that underground pop vibe that could lure the hipsters into looking into a Madonna record. I think a duet or just some backing vocals from Natalia Kills would be great for the album.

The same goes for Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, and Alicia Keys. I like what they bring to the table. Katy Perry has been rumored to have been collaborating with her since their S&M themed V cover shoot last Labor Day. Miley Cyrus's twerking “We Can't Stop/Don't Tell Me” mash up with Madonna this year shows it as a possibility. And, I think it would be a great move. Both Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus draw from different sectors of the pop market. It is too bad that the Queen couldn't have gotten Katy during her Teenage Dream phase. Everything Katy was touching turned multi-platinum, but she will still be useful to her.

Nicki and Alicia are collaborators. No question. Who knows what song Alicia Keys will be featured on. This is a rather new announcement made through Madonna. Personally. I'm shocked Nicki is back in the studio with Madonna. I love it. It will be great. Madonna almost never collaborates twice with someone. William Orbit and the producers of her earlier records being the major exceptions.

What's great about all these women is that they all draw from different sectors of the pop market. This new album will be big. It will catapult Madonna to the upper echelons.

Word has it that Nicki Minaj is doing a rap verse for a song, tentatively titled “Bitch, I'm Madonna”. I hope this song exists. However, in the way of star power. A “Bang, Bang” style trio would be fantastic. Imagine.

Lead single.

Titled, either “Messiah”, “Living For Love”, “Rebel Heart”, “Sorry Not Sorry” or “Unapologetic Bitch”. I repeat. “Unapologetic Bitch”

Featuring: Nicki Minaj and Miley Cyrus.

Yes. Do you feel it. Can you imagine. Shaking at the thought of it. Also in case you weren't aware all of those song titles I threw out there are popular tags Madonna has been adding to her twitter and instagram. Conversely all of those tags could be the title for her new album.

It saddens me that the album won't be out this year, but I think it's a good thing for its sales. Madonna is a legend. Legend status doesn't get you on the radio. If anything it's a barrier to get on the radio. Madonna does not need to be fighting the Rihanna's for radio play this holiday season. When the music industry has slowed back down, she should strike. For all intensive purposes, though I think the album is done.

A “source” stated that if the album was done there would be sales sheets and other proof it was coming out this year. They said she would have a cohesive plans for music videos and the “look”. Now if anyone does follow her on instagram. Madonna has the look down. She's settled on what this album is. It's just not going to drop. Anyone who suggests that Madonna will drop an album like Beyonce did last year is blindly mistaken. This is Madonna bitch. She is not going to copy someone that shamelessly.

The earliest I feel we can hope for any music from this new untitled set is December. An album release in February at the earliest. The first public performance of a lead single at Dick Clark's New Year's Rocking Eve. I would push that forward to the Grammy's in February. Leaving the album to a release date in March or April of 2015.

Once, she has a large public performance of her single she can drop the album and go on tour. Drop it like MDNA and link ticket sales to the album. She doesn't need to prove herself anymore and she certainly doesn't need a song on the radio.

At this point it's more a point of pride. If however she's going to get on the radio. We need better promotion then what we got for MDNA. And, a better lead single. I love “Give Me All Your Luvin'”, but “Girl Gone Wild” was a better choice. Especially if all America was going to hear of the new album at the Superbowl was that song.

If all these collaborations pan out with featured singers it should be interesting. Madonna has never been a major collaborator on her albums or in general. When she did “Me Against The Music” with Britney Spears she was using her. Just like she used Justin Timberlake, Nicki Minaj, and M.I.A. It's to endear her to a younger fan base. To prove that she's cool still. It's a strong plan. Even, if she doesn't need to prove it.

Whatever happens with this record I want it to sell well. At least a million copies in the United States. We need to get it certified platinum and stop these haters from saying she's “under performing”. Being certified any type of sales record means you didn't under perform. If we have to, Madonna fans we will buy two copies of this album to hit that platinum mark. We will gift it to someone for Christmas or there birthday or just because.

Everyone needs one Madonna album. It's practically a civic duty for us to give it to them. Stay unapologetic bitches.