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Six degrees of Ciara

www.ciaradaily.com — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:10:18 +0000

Over the course of her eight-year career, Ciara has worked with more than her fair share of artists, producers, and collaborators in a variety of ways. The following relates the many surprising faces in Ciara’s life, and how each one has gotten her to where she is now.

Carrie Underwood: Underwood was one of many of Ciara’s collaborators on the 2008 charity song Just Stand Up!. Other performers included Beyonce, Sheryl Crow, Miley Cyrus, and many more.
Bow Wow: Ciara dated rapper and actor Bow Wow from 2005-2006, during which time they recorded the single “Like You” for Bow Wow’s album Wanted. Bow Wow later recorded a song about their break-up, “Outta My System”, with T-Pain and Johnta Austin.
Usher: Rapper/producer Lil Jon first picked up Ciara’s demo of “Goodies” because of its similarity to Usher’s smash-hit “Yeah!” Ciara later appeared in the music video for Usher’s 2010 single “Lil Freak” featuring Nicki Minaj. She will also sing on his track “Hot Toddy”, featuring Jay-Z.
T.I.: Ciara headlined the Screamfest ’07 tour with T.I., also featuring performances by 50 Cent, Tiffany Evans, Lloyd, and more. Ciara featured on Tiffany’s first single, “Promise Ring.” Ironically, Tiffany’s second single, “I’m Grown”, featured Bow Wow.
Gwen Stefani: Ciara was an opening act for Gwen’s first solo concert tour. Other opening acts at various dates were the Black Eyed Peas, M.I.A., and Ladytron.
Fantasia Barrino: Ciara wrote the song “Free Yourself” for Fantasia’s 2004 debut even before her own was released. Another of Fantasia’s songs, “Don’t Act Right”, featured rapper/producer Jazze Pha, who would produce Ciara’s early demos and first album.

Artists to investigate while you wait for Ciara

www.ciaradaily.com — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 19:33:19 +0000

If you can’t wait for Ciara’s new album Basic Instinct to drop, and you’ve already spun out all her other ones, we’ve got the list for you. These artists all rock just like Ciara, while bringing their own unique feel to the music.

Keri Hilson: Hilson’s actually written hits for Ciara, along with Britney Spears, Usher, and Ludacris. It’s no surprise that her 2009 debut In a Perfect World has the same infectious energy, backed up by futuristic electro beats. The single for her new album, featuring Lil Kim, is due in August.
Kelly Rowland: Rowland’s group Destiny’s Child was a major inspiration for Ciara. While Kelly hasn’t hit the same solo popularity as Beyonce, her two albums, Simply Deep and Ms. Kelly, offer something out of the ordinary. Simply Deep is a more pop-rock-oriented record, while Ms. Kelly sounds more urban and personal. Her 3^rd self-titled album will feature a dance flavor and is set to be released this fall.
Teairra Mari: This young star has already experienced the dark side of the music industry, being dropped from her music label before her graduation after lackluster sales of her debut. However, that album, Roc-a-Fella Presents: Teairra Mari, features the hit “Make Her Feel Good” and another winner, “No Daddy”. There’s a lot to like on the rest of the album, too, so it’s a good thing Mari’s bounced back and is releasing her second album, At That Point, soon on the Fo’Reel Entertainment label.
Electrik Red: Following in the same R&B girl-group sound that first inspired Ciara, this group is also produced by Ciara’s collaborator, The-Dream. Their 2009 album How to Be a Lady: Volume 1, has gotten high reviews for its blend of electro and R&B. Check it out while waiting for the second volume to be released later this year.