Lloyd "King of Hearts" (July 5th, 2011)

[starr]

[starr]

www.singersroom.com/news/6368/Lloyd-Says-King-of-Hearts-Has-A-Lot-Of-Surprises

Lloyd Says 'King of Hearts' Has A Lot Of Surprises
Date: 10/14/2010 | SR Staff

With a new look and new label, R&B crooner Lloyd is ready for the world as he gears up for the release of fourth studio album, King of Hearts, via Zone 4/Interscope Records.

Lloyd spoke to MTV recently about working with Polow on King of Hearts, maintaining that the hit-maker "brings out the best of me."

"Me and Polow Da Don have been working hard," he added. "I got a lot of surprises. I think that a lot of people haven't heard me sound like this, haven't heard me sing like this. It's gonna be a new look, it's gonna be like I'm back for the first time. It should be anticipated. The album is gonna be my best work to date, King of Hearts."

The album's lead single "Lay It Down" was produced by Polow Da Don, who also makes a cameo in the recently premiered video. Directed by Mikey Finnegan, the video showcases an intimate session with Lloyd and a love interest. Keri Hilson also makes an appearance in the video.

King of Hearts is expected to drop later this year.

[starr]

Lloyd - Lay It Down



www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSkRBCPRf8Q

[starr]

www.mtv.com/news/articles/1649916/20101013/lloyd.jhtml

Oct 13 2010
Lloyd Sheds Long Locks: 'This Is A New Me'
Outer change reflects inner change, King of Hearts singer says.

By Jayson Rodriguez

As Lloyd started working on his new album, King of Hearts, that would be released through a new label (Interscope) and overseen by a new primary producer (Polow Da Don), the singer realized the project was the culmination of a period of growth for him.

To mark the moment, he decided to chop his trademark tresses.

"The only constant in life is change, and it's about evolving, and hopefully, changing for the better," Lloyd told MTV News on the BET Hip-Hop Awards black carpet. "I've changed a lot about me inside; there's things that you can't really see. The haircut is just, what I call the icing on the cake. It's just really about not being afraid to try anything new, which is what you hear with 'Lay It Down,' which is what you see with 'Right Now.'

"And with King of Hearts, I wanted to take a new approach, a new energy. And hair carries energy — not necessarily bad, but old. And this is a new me."

According to the former Murder Inc. affiliate, he's been thinking about a close-cropped cut for some time. Two years ago, while filming the video for 2008's "Girls Around the World," he and director Hype Williams discussed the haircut. At the time, however, Lloyd said he wasn't ready.

But while collaborating with Polow Da Don (Fergie, Usher, Keri Hilson), the singer said the material he was recording was "something I never done before, and I wanted to look that way too."

He donated his hair to Locks of Love, an organization that provides hairpieces to children.

"It was something that was bigger than me, and anytime you can be a part of something bigger than you, that's dope," he said.


VIDEO www.mtv.com/videos/news/579215/lloyd-says-hes-changed-a-lot-about-himself.jhtml (Lloyd Says He's Changed A Lot About Himself)

[starr]

From Tameka Raymond's Twitter:

October 19

Yes... @lloyd_YG is a sweetheart! He has to be one of the NICEST guys in this industry! Such a gentleman! plixi.com/p/51660913

He looks HOT.. First look Promo shot! plixi.com/p/51661160

[starr]

"Lay It Down" debuts at #10 on BET's "106 & Park" countdown (October 19, 2010)!

Text LLO to 79922 to vote "Lay It Down" on to BET's 106 & Park or click the link to vote online! www.bet.com/OnTV/BETShows/106andpark/106_Vote_Poll.htm

[starr]

From Lloyd's Twitter:

October 19

THANK YOU to alllll the fans who voted for the video. Debuting at #10 on the countdown... #gratefultweet

[starr]

[Mega248]

In the future please edit previous posts so you don't end up with several posts in a row in a thread. Thanks. :)

[starr]

Now available for download at iTunes and Amazon MP3!

Also... "Lay It Down" music video is now available for download at iTunes!

[starr]

www.mtv.com/news/articles/1650951/20101027/lloyd.jhtml

Oct 27 2010

Lloyd On Polow Da Don: 'It's Like Michael And Quincy'
'It's like Justin and Timbaland, Usher and Jermaine,' King of Hearts singer says of bond with his producer.

By Jayson Rodriguez

In pairing with Polow Da Don, Lloyd said he's found his musical partner, the producer that he can make a historic run with along the lines of some of the most dynamic duos in pop history.

"In my opinion, and this is a bold statement, but it's like Michael and Quincy, it's like Justin and Timbaland, Usher and Jermaine," Lloyd told MTV News. "It's that consistency that you can only find from really finding the right chemistry with the right person. As an artist, I can speak for everyone when I say chemistry is a big, big part of success.

Currently, "Lay It Down," the Polow Da Don-produced single from Lloyd's forthcoming King of Hearts album, is a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hip-Hop and R&B chart.

Lloyd inked a deal with Interscope Records for the album after spending years with Irv Gotti on the Inc.'s roster.

Earlier this year, the Atlanta singer spoke about his producer's dedication while on the set of Lloyd Banks' "Any Girl" video, which Lloyd is featured in.

"He's dedicated," Lloyd said of Polow. "The greatest thing about Polow is there's no amount of time that's unnecessary when it comes to making something the best, whether it takes two days or two months for one track. I've seen Polow sit with one song for six days and perfect it. You can hear the difference in the quality against someone else's music. It sounds completely different."


VIDEO www.mtv.com/videos/news/590998/lloyd-says-working-with-polow-da-don-is-like-michael-and-quincy.jhtml (Lloyd Says Working With Polow Da Don Is Like 'Michael And Quincy')

[Linnethia Monique]

I CAN'T! Somebody tell this niglet to just shhhhhhh.

[starr]

From Lloyd's Twitter:

October 28

The albums Classic

I like that Lloyd is confident in his "King of Hearts" album.

It's great that Lloyd has found a great music partner in Polow Da Don. A recording artist and a producer should always have a great working relationship with each other.

And Lloyd was only making reference to other great musical partners in music history such as MJ/Q, JT/Timbaland, and Usher/JD.

[starr]

madamenoire.com/25600/lloyd-pulls-out-all-the-stops-in-king-of-hearts/

LLOYD PULLS OUT ALL THE STOPS IN “KING OF HEARTS”

November 1st, 2010 - By Khadija Allen

R&B musician Lloyd is humble, talented and simply irresistible! The man behind the mic exemplifies traits that are akin to his artistic appeal and gentleman-like persona. His new single, “Lay It Down” soaks up that sensuality on his fourth solo album (which is making moves on the charts), and shows that it’s appropriate to let your hair down. Lloyd took a hiatus to focus on his next big career move and develop new arrangements under rapper/producer Polow Da Don’s record label, Zone 4/Interscope Records. “King of Hearts” due in February 2011, will be Lloyd’s most intimate set as he discovers his purpose, music and new lease on life (not to mention a new look)!

Check it out!


MN: Can you discuss the new album, “King of Hearts?”

L: My fans have never heard me take this kind of approach to my records. I either get one or two responses – he sounds incredible or why is he yelling? (laughs) I’m brash and stronger in my delivery. I think it’s going be the best album of the year.

MN: What is the overall purpose of this album, and what inspired the new single, “Lay It Down?”

L: I think it takes a very special person to convince a girl to lay her head on your pillow. I realize its very different from the norm the trendy, techno-infused hip-hop. So, I think it’s unique that its soulful and I’m really singing. I don’t think you get a chance to hear a lot anymore. I want to give the fans something that that will move them and speak to them. Not necessarily caring if it’s a hit or not. Just something that really speaks to people.

MN: You were recently signed to Polow Da Don’s label, Zone 4/Interscope Records. How does it feel starting anew?

L: It feels good. Change is good. It’s the only constant in life. So when you embrace change, I think it’s something new for me. I feel like I’m starting over.

MN: What type of sound do you want to achieve as an Interscope artist? And in what ways have you developed lyrically since your last record?

L: I’m still recording and trying to figure that out. At the end of the day, I want people to feel like, I love that boy! I think people respect the things they can’t do.

MN: Of course we were in shock when you cut your famous locks! What led you to cutting your hair and were you a bit apprehensive about the response or impact it will have on your career?

L: It’s something that I wanted to do at the end of the day. I didn’t cut it for anyone; I did it because I was ready to. I think anyone who doesn’t like it or embrace it is probably not made for me. I gave it to kids who have cancer for charity called Locks of Love. I feel good about it and that’s all that matters.

MN: When you prepared for this album, what new ideas, experiences, or emotions did you convey that will showcase a different side to Lloyd?

L: I guess its all in the music and approach to the music. What you see in my appearance, hair, and stuff is all written in the reflections and changes I’ve experienced internally. I treat myself, I take care of my body, friends and family.

[Deleted]

Oct 28, 2010 9:00:22 GMT -5 starr said:

Lloyd On Polow Da Don: 'It's Like Michael And Quincy'

Hesus take the wheel!

[starr]

From Lloyd's Twitter:

November 4

Workin on a new song

called "Inside Your Love"

I would like to share a little bit of it with you.. Anybody wanna hear what I got so far?

ok, its just ruff so don't laugh at me. I just wrote it out on guitar.

twitvid.com/BHZ4W - song idea ruff 1

[starr]

TOUR

Nov. 6, 2010 ALL DAY EVENT Detroit Science Center (Coats For Kids) Detroit, Michigan

Nov. 12, 2010 8:00PM The Orpheum Theatre (Power 93.9 Holiday Jam) Wichita, Kansas

Nov. 17, 2010 9:00PM Focus Live Martini Bar and Grill (Hot 103.5 Birthday Bash) Huntsville, Alabama

Nov. 23, 2010 4:00PM Greenbriar Mall (Zone 4's Thanksgiving Carnival) Atlanta, Georgia

Nov. 26, 2010 9:30PM Upscale Duncan, South Carolina

Nov. 27, 2010 10:00AM Champions Square (State Farm Bayou Classic Fan Fest) New Orleans, Louisiana

Dec. 3, 2010 11:00PM Epic (Trina's Birthday Bash w/Lloyd & Pleasure P) Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dec. 4, 2010 7:00PM Fantasy Springs Resort Casino (760 Christmas Show) Indio, California

Dec. 5, 2010 11:00AM Reliant Center (Los Magnificos Car Show) Houston, Texas

Dec. 9, 2010 9:00PM Casey O'Toole's Wayne, New Jersey

Dec. 9, 2010 11:00PM The Empire Room New York City, New York

Dec. 11, 2010 10:00AM Automobile Building at Fair Park (Kwanzaa Fest) Dallas, Texas

Dec. 17, 2010 8:00PM Dream Night Club (White Out Christmas Party) Cleveland, Ohio

Dec. 18, 2010 9:00PM Club Onyx Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Dec. 19, 2010 6:00PM Allstate Arena (Big Jam 2010) Rosemont, Illinois

Dec. 23, 2010 10:00PM Halligans Charleston, South Carolina

Dec. 23, 2010 10:00PM The Orangeburg Civic Center Orangeburg, South Carolina

Dec. 23, 2010 10:00PM Gold Room (Keri Hilson Album Release Party hosted by Lloyd) Atlanta, Georgia

Dec. 31, 2010 9:00PM SOBE Live Miami Beach, Florida

Jan. 7, 2011 7:30PM Lake Charles Civic Center Rosa Hart Theatre Lake Charles, Louisiana

Jan. 17, 2011 8:00PM Chaifetz Arena (Lloyd with Rick Ross, Waka Flocka, Trina & More) St. Louis, Missouri

Feb. 4, 2011 TBA The Sand (Black Music Special) Amsterdam, Netherlands

[starr]

gitemgirl.blogspot.com/2010/11/lloyd-and-his-pursuit-of-happiness.html

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Lloyd and His Pursuit of Happiness


Change can be scary, but it’s a concept R&B singer Lloyd embraces. On the phone excitedly talking business, he hangs up to start this interview with a smile that’s so big it brightens every corner of the dimly lit room. He recently cut off his trademark long hair and donated it to charity for children who lost their hair due to cancer. Besides his generous heart, what made him cut the hair? “The pursuit of happiness,” he says. “Change is good when the time is right.”

But the singer’s look isn’t the only change his fans will notice. After three albums on The Inc., Lloyd decided to part ways with the label. It’s a year after that decision, and when asked if he still has a relationship with The Inc. founder Irv Gotti, Lloyd takes a long pause before responding, “Not really…no.”

Now signed to Interscope Records, the 24-year-old feels, career-wise, not even the sky’s the limit. “I think when you get Timbaland, and you get Pharrell, and you get Polow da Don, and you get Jimmy Iovine, and we all are in there with one goal in mind and that’s to be number one in R&B music, I think that’s kinda what you get at the end of the day.”

Lloyd has been busy collaborating with a number of artists including 50 Cent, Young Jeezy, fellow New Orleans native Mystikal and DC’s own Wale. The singer’s genuine, infectious smile lights up the room when he talks about his forthcoming album. He describes the project as a “must-hear.”

“I haven’t felt this kind of excitement since the first time I did this as a solo act. The approach and the energy that’s being put into it…it’s so focused.”

Focused may be an understatement. The singer says his vocal approach is more disciplined and has even disciplined his life. “I still indulge from time to time, but, no excess sugar, no salt, no fried foods, no soda. I stopped smoking. I haven’t had a drink in months. When I’m working, I don’t party. There’s a time and a place for everything. Even when I do stuff now, I do it in moderation.”

Lloyd is even surrounding himself by those with the same work ethic, like Polow da Don, who produced Lloyd’s single “Lay It Down.”

“The coolest thing about working with Polow is that no amount of time is enough. He’s a perfectionist. He’s a hard worker. It’s really like, whatever it takes. So, sometimes we can spend forever on one song just because we want it to come out the way we envision it to.”

With a new label and a new outlook, Lloyd expects his positivity, hard work and discipline to pay off. He has grown as an artist, no longer seeing limitations. “When I first started, the ceiling was the ceiling and what was in front of me was what was in front of me, but now I look past all of this because I see something so much better and bigger.”

There isn‘t much the artist has to say to entice fans to buy his upcoming album besides declaring with a smile, “It’s gonna be the best album of the year.”

Check out LloydMusic.com for more info on his upcoming album King of Hearts or follow him on Twitter @lloyd_YG.

[starr]

[Sure Thing]

I'm looking forward to this.

[starr]

The BET Premiere of "When The Lights Go Out" airs on November 21 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern/Pacific (5:30 p.m. Central).


The DVD is now available at Amazon.com
www.amazon.com/When-Lights-Out-Keith-Robinson/dp/B00316DA9S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1269353573&sr=8-1

There is no bond stronger than the bond of family, but when betrayal and heartbreak strike, those ties are severely tested! WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT tells the story of a family who has lost its way…maybe forever. Only through the power of love, faith and forgiveness can they rediscover what’s truly important and let the light back in! With the talents of Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Steve Harvey Show), Keith Robinson (Dreamgirls), Clifton Powell (Ray) and R&B sensation Lloyd, WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT shines with warmth, humor and song.

[starr]

younggoldie.blogspot.com/2010/11/lloyd-to-perform-at-zone-4-thanksgiving.html

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Lloyd to perform at Zone 4 Thanksgiving Carnival Tuesday 11/23!! Watch it live on UStream!!



Zone 4, Polow da Don and Foundation FOCUS'
4th Annual Carnival and Thanksgiving Concert Live on Ustream this Tuesday 6pm-8pm EST.
Tune in and watch Lloyd perform live along with label mate Keri Hilson at bit.ly/Zone4Carnival!!

[starr]

Lloyd performs at Zone 4 Thanksgiving Carnival (November 23) in Atlanta!

Go to the 01:28:45 mark on the Ustream video for Lloyd's set!

www.ustream.tv/recorded/11048527

[starr]

younggoldie.blogspot.com/2010/11/new-album-promo-images-king-of-hearts.html

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2010

New album promo images!! King of Hearts coming in February!!

[SHOOTER]

I think it would've been a smarter move to capitalize on the success of LID and release the album now. LGII is a very weak follow-up as well.

[starr]

December 8 - Lloyd will be performing "Lay It Down" on BET's 106 & Park!

[HARDCORE]

Yesss!
He's one of the few male R&B artists that I like
I've loved every album he has put out

[elementd5]

Nov 27, 2010 3:32:15 GMT -5 SHOOTER said:

I think it would've been a smarter move to capitalize on the success of LID and release the album now. LGII is a very weak follow-up as well.

Exactly. These marginally successful R&B artists, especially as of late, just aren't getting it. The "2 or 3 singles before the album" option is not for everyone.

[Deleted]

Yes indeed. They are making the same mistake Jive made with Ciaras album. She had a top 5 R&B hit and they decided they had better up their sleeves and were going to hold off on releasing the album. Then she released two more singles and neither of them were hits. Now shes releasing an album months and months after that top 5 R&B hit. The 50 Cent song sounds like a flop. This album should have been coming out this month

[starr]

Lloyd featuring 50 Cent - "Let's Get It In"

VIDEO: www.worldstarhiphop.com/videos/video.php?v=wshh9i19fQmZ48I9hRQH