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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY! (AUDIO LINK) Multi-Award Winning Singer-Songwriter-Producer, ERIC ROBERSON Releases New Single, "WHERE YOU GONNA GO" Featuring BJ THE CHICAGO KID…

R&B fans are in for a helluva treat for NEW MUSIC FRIDAYS!!! Pardon our excitement, but this week’s delivery comes courtesy of one our OUR favorite artists, and as an added bonus, features another of our favorites!

Below, find and enjoy the new single, "WHERE YOU GONNA GO" from multi-award winning singer-songwriter-producer, ERIC ROBERSON featuring Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, BJ THE CHICAGO KID. The beautifully-pended neo-soul tune, will be globally available on all streaming/download platforms on Friday, April 4th, 2025.

"WHERE YOU GONNA GO" was written by Eric Roberson, Bryan James Sledge and Rodney Jones and produced by Eric Roberson, and Rodney Jones for Art of Artez Productions. “Where You Gonna Go” is a song that explores simple extremes”, says Roberson. “It’s inspired by a question I ask myself to help the sunshine, even when facing storms.“ A lullaby hook blended with 70’s soul, Detroit hip hop, and 3/4 gospel undertones invite listeners to engage in everything from slow dancing with a partner to praying for them. The song’s mission is to enhance people’s self-worth and growth," he adds.

Being no stranger to driving emotions in the right direction, while blending soulful melodies with heartfelt lyrics that resonate with love, loss and reflection, Eric Roberson, continues to prove why he has been called the co-Captain of the Neo-soul movement for all of these years. Whether over the course of his seventeen beloved LPs (2001’s The Esoteric Movement to 2022’s Lessons) or through songwriting/production/vocal collaborations with the likes of Jill Scott, Dwele, Musiq Soulchild, Vivian Green, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Spinna and others, fine-tuned R&B music ears have come to recognize and make a somewhat spiritual connection with his everyday relatable, multi-influenced vibe which mirrors their own lives and experiences. “It’s R&B and soul music, but I’m a hip-hop dude,” Eric replies, of his influences as it relates to his music’s appeal.

Indeed, nothing less than heartfelt gratitude for the blessing of being able to continue releasing music through his very own Blue Erro Soul Entertainment, as well as accolades which have included two successive Grammy nominations for “Best Urban/Alternative Performance” (for “A Tale of two” in 2010; “Still” in 2011), a BET J Virtual Award for “Underground Artist of the Year” (2008), being distinguished as the first independent artist to be nominated for a BET Award in 2007 and sold-out tours throughout the world is what makes Eric Roberson, "The Soul Man himself".

(AUDIO LINK) "WHERE YOU GONNA GO" by ERIC ROBERSON featuring BJ THE CHICAGO KID

(MP3 Format) "WHERE YOU GONNA GO" by ERIC ROBERSON featuring BJ THE CHICAGO KID

HOUSTON RAPPER ‘BEATKING’ DEAD AT 39 …

The hip-hop industry is in mourning; yet again, with the passing of Houston rapper Beatking. According to reports, the rapper has succumbed to a pulmonary embolism.

Beatking; whose real name was Justin Riley, was said to have fainted during a “morning takeover” with Radio One / Urban One, at which point he was rushed to a nearby hospital.

Certainly well-known and revered throughout the state of Texas, Beatking has also collaborated with the likes of Juicy J, Ludacris, and 2Chainz. His music has dominated club playlists for the greater part of the last decade or more.

He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. We here at U.G. Digital Media & Publishings send our heartfelt condolences and immense love to family, friends, and fans across the world.

HIP-HOP ICON, MC LYTE READIES THE RELEASE OF HER NEW ALBUM, "1 OF 1" - HER FIRST RELEASE IN OVER A DECADE (THIS SUMMER)…

"RENOWNED HIP-HOP ICON, MC LYTE ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF HER UPCOMING STUDIO ALBUM, "1 OF 1" - HER FIRST BODY OF WORK IN OVER A DECADE."