Check the artwork for Eric Bellinger‘s upcoming album, Born II Sing, Vol III. Due to release April 15th, Bellinger‘s current single and video for “Never Be Lonely” featuring Amber Riley has been receiving much praise among the internets. Catch up with Bellinger on Twitter to stay updated.

R&B hopefuls are in for a special treat as live music showcase RnB Spotlight returns to SOBs in NYC March 31st. With R&B crooner Carl Thomas in tow as the special guest, indie acts will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of a live audience on one of the world’s most renowned stages. Co-hosted by Lydia Casear of recent 106 & Park fame, the event will be streamed live internationally, thus expanding the audience beyond the walls of the venue. Interested talent is encouraged to submit footage for performance opportunities (more info & details below).

NEW YORK, NY — RnB Spotlight, an exclusive “live” showcase of favorite national and local R&B artists, fusing old and new school flavors, is back Sunday March 31, 2013 , featuring Grammy nominated RnB platinum artist Carl Thomas. Chart-topping superstars have headlined past shows including S.W.V, R.L. of 90’s R&B group, Next; Meelah of 702, Kenny Lattimore, Musiq Soul Child, Marsha, Ambrosius, Mario Winans, and Sisqo, lead singer of multi-platinum group Dru Hill.

The purpose of RnB Spotlight is to open the curtain of opportunity for the next superstar to be discovered. Amateurs are given a “platform” to showcase their talents and gain local and national exposure in the RnB community.

“We hope that by inviting national acts, we’ll inspire up and coming artists to pursue their dreams,” RnB Spotlight founder Cory Taylor stated.

The monthly event will relocate all future shows to the “home of universal music” in SoHo, an eclectic venue, S.O.B’s, also known as Sounds of Brazil. This highly sought after “live” music venue has earned the reputation as one of the trendiest “live” music venues in the city.

Doors open at 7 p.m. show starts at 8 p.m. the event. All advance tickets are $15. Tickets may be purchased directly at SOBs at www.sobs.com.

VIBE and Singersroom are the official media sponsors for RnB Spotlight.

Pitbull FINALLY releases the music video to his mega Dance/Pop hit “Feel This Moment” featuring the saucy, hot Latina Christina Aguilera. The song also is featured as the promotional song for this season’s Dancing With The Stars. Check out the music video above and let us know what you think! His latest album Global Warming is in stores now, along with Christina’s Lotus.

Continuing with promoting and celebrating the importance of Music In Our Schools Month in the USA, I’m showcasing another fantastic school this Friday: East LA Performing Arts Academy. Established at the Esteban E. Torres High School campus, according to the school’s website, “this innovative new high school will focus on the performing arts, with emphasis on using dance, theatre and music as pathways to academic success for all students.” Check out the video above of ELAPAA students doing an in-class performance for “Please Don’t Go.” by Mike Posner.

In 1998, the world was introduce to Missy Elliott‘s newest protégée, Nicole, now known by her full name Nicole Wray. Nicole was only 17 at the time, but had the voice of an old soul. She used that voice on her breakout R&B, Timbaland produced hit “Make It Hot,” which featured another Missy protégée Mocha, and supporting vocals from singer/songwriter Kelly A. Price (not to be confused with R. Kelly’s former protégée Kelly Price).  The music video for the song featured a slew of cameos, including R&B/Dance royalty Aaliyah.

Today, Nicole Wray is in a new R&B/Soul duo with UK singer/songwriter Terri Walker entitled Lady. Their debut self-titled album has just been released via Truth & Soul Records. Check out the music video above, then reminisce on it in the comments’ section below!