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Number Ones All Around For Atlantans
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Part-time Atlantan Janet Jackson will have her first No. 1 album debut in almost seven years next week, and fellow Atlanta R&B superstar Usher will have the country’s No. 1 single.
Jackson’s new CD “Discipline” sold more than 181, 075 copies its first week in stores, rocketing it to the top of The Billboard 200 chart. The last time Jackson (right) did those kind of SoundScan numbers was with her “All For You” album in May of 2001.
Meanwhile, over on Billboard magazine’s Hot 100 chart, Usher’s “Love In This Club,” featuring Atlanta rapper Young Jeezy (and produced by breakout local talent Polow Da Don) has made a remarkable leap from No. 51 to the top of that listing. Plus the first single from Usher’s (left) upcoming June release — yes, there’s an official title now: “Here I Stand” — is also SoundScan’s top digital track, as well as iTunes’ No. 1 during the first week of its release. That makes Usher’s eighth No. 1 single.
Have you bought “Discipline” or “Love In This Club”? What do you think of the album and/or the single? And about Usher in particular, are you looking forward to his return to music?



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By Que
March 5, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this
My boy US is finally about to come back and take his rightful place on top of the R&B throne. People thought he was over. LOL. Do you thang boy!
By Angie
March 5, 2008 2:50 PM | Link to this
Werk Miss Janet!
By wmatlanta
March 5, 2008 3:05 PM | Link to this
I bought Dicipline because I’ve bought every Janet Jackson release for the last 20 years. But Dicipline is definitely her best CD this decade, up there with All For You in that it’s Classic Janet/Jimmy Jam/Terry Lewis style smooth melodies with the tip from today’s hot producers, satisfying both her old school fans like me and today’s generation. Janet still rules!
By Krys
March 5, 2008 3:18 PM | Link to this
I think they’re both wack! But if they drop a few more hot singles I’ll buy it.
By Seductive
March 5, 2008 3:23 PM | Link to this
Usher’s new song is so hot - it’s ridiculous. He took seduction to a whole new level. I need all guys to refer to verse #1 and take notes. Even the most prude individual can somewhat envision what making love in the club could be like ;-). He brought that fire on this one.
By Stacey
March 5, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this
Janet will drop big time next week. Nobody is feeling her anymore. Its all about B and Ciara now.
By Seductive
March 5, 2008 3:26 PM | Link to this
Usher’s new song is so hot - it’s ridiculous. He took seduction to a whole new level. I need all guys to refer to verse #1 and take notes. Even the most prude individual can somewhat envision what making love in the club could be like ;-). He brought that fire on this one.
By Peli
March 5, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
Usher does it again! Love him!
By Honeycloud
March 5, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
JANET IS BACK!! LISTEN TO TRACK #9-“CAN’T BE GOOD” (SHE SOUNDS JUST LIKE HER BROTHER MIKE) TRACK #20 “DISCIPLINE” IS SMOOTH AND SEXY. THE WHOLE CD FLOWS! THERE ARE SOME CLUB BANGERS ON IT TOO!THIS WAS A GREAT TIME FOR JANET TO COME BACK OUT WITH A GREAT CD! CANT WAIT FOR THE TOUR
By ATLien
March 5, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this
I like Usher’s new song…but it’s going to take more than that 1 single for him to get it back! Chris Brown has it on lock right now…sorry!
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By sexyslim
March 5, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
Usher new single “Love In This Club” with Jezzy, is the thing right now. I play it over and over again and even request it at the club. Chris Brown okay, but he can’t touch Usher.
By Hubert Holland
March 5, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
Janet CD is fantabulous!I love every song and tune. At 60, I can dance to every beat.Great job Janet and Dupri and other writers and producers. I just love the CD. In fact, I went back and bought the one with the DVD for upstairs den. Hubert
By FanofBoth
March 5, 2008 4:06 PM | Link to this
Also, Janet’s song “Luv”… the beat is BANGIN’!!! that’s a hot one! another, check out “This Can’t Be Good” nice and chill vibe… The One with Missy Elliott is another good one :) She has several on this one. You can “play selection” and let the whole CD ride, it won’t disappoint. “Enjoy”
By dont bite me bro
March 5, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this
mary j fights dogs
By DECtoCHI
March 5, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Ok, seriously…1) are these Usher’s A&R people posting? The song is not that not hot, and I am an Usher fan…LOL
2) How is it #1 on the Billboard 100…I live in the #3 market, Chicago and they just started playing it in the last few days…its not even in heavy rotation on any of the top stations—-urban contemporary, top 40, none of them.
Too funny.
By Hamilton
March 5, 2008 4:47 PM | Link to this
This is definitely the best CD Janet has put out in a decade! You never have have to skip a track! Every song is noteworthy! You will not be disappointed! I truly hope she gets the airplay it deserves.
By Darrin The Vent King
March 5, 2008 4:59 PM | Link to this
“Luv in the Club” is the bomb! I never thought I would hear where Jeezy talked about something other than selling dope, even though he had to drop his traditional “trapstar” and “fresh pair of Nikes” in there once or twice. Overall, it’s a good song. I got it off iTunes. Check it out!
By wendelldixon
March 5, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this
I am loving “Discipline” so much and I actually purchased it before it was release(pre-order)…. To keep it real..I’m so proud of Ms. Jackson..at 40 years of good age….the woman still can bang out some hits..and I laughed at the comments that her record sales would tank and her career is a wash….at this point in her career ..with the full body of work that Janet has brung to the table..many young artist need to have longevity and not become a one hit wonder..I think after 20 years of hits..she’s just adding to the collection of hits… I would love to see what Beyonce and Ciarra would look and sound like in 20 years from now..Imagine that.. P.S. Janet..the body looks better than ever so to all the haters…back up because Ms. Jackson is nasty and she’s back.
By wendelldixon
March 5, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this
I am loving “Discipline” so much and I actually purchased it before it was release(pre-order)…. To keep it real..I’m so proud of Ms. Jackson..at 40 years of good age….the woman still can bang out some hits..and I laughed at the comments that her record sales would tank and her career is a wash….at this point in her career ..with the full body of work that Janet has brung to the table..many young artist need to have longevity and not become a one hit wonder..I think after 20 years of hits..she’s just adding to the collection of hits… I would love to see what Beyonce and Ciarra would look and sound like in 20 years from now..Imagine that.. P.S. Janet..the body looks better than ever so to all the haters…back up because Ms. Jackson is nasty and she’s back.
By wendelldixon
March 5, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this
I am loving “Discipline” so much and I actually purchased it before it was release(pre-order)…. To keep it real..I’m so proud of Ms. Jackson..at 40 years of good age….the woman still can bang out some hits..and I laughed at the comments that her record sales would tank and her career is a wash….at this point in her career ..with the full body of work that Janet has brung to the table..many young artist need to have longevity and not become a one hit wonder..I think after 20 years of hits..she’s just adding to the collection of hits… I would love to see what Beyonce and Ciarra would look and sound like in 20 years from now..Imagine that.. P.S. Janet..the body looks better than ever so to all the haters…back up because Ms. Jackson is nasty and she’s back.
By wendelldixon
March 5, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this
I am loving “Discipline” so much and I actually purchased it before it was release(pre-order)…. To keep it real..I’m so proud of Ms. Jackson..at 40 years of good age….the woman still can bang out some hits..and I laughed at the comments that her record sales would tank and her career is a wash….at this point in her career ..with the full body of work that Janet has brung to the table..many young artist need to have longevity and not become a one hit wonder..I think after 20 years of hits..she’s just adding to the collection of hits… I would love to see what Beyonce and Ciarra would look and sound like in 20 years from now..Imagine that.. P.S. Janet..the body looks better than ever so to all the haters…back up because Ms. Jackson is nasty and she’s back.
By wendelldixon
March 5, 2008 6:02 PM | Link to this
I am loving “Discipline” so much and I actually purchased it before it was release(pre-order)…. To keep it real..I’m so proud of Ms. Jackson..at 40 years of good age….the woman still can bang out some hits..and I laughed at the comments that her record sales would tank and her career is a wash….at this point in her career ..with the full body of work that Janet has brung to the table..many young artist need to have longevity and not become a one hit wonder..I think after 20 years of hits..she’s just adding to the collection of hits… I would love to see what Beyonce and Ciarra would look and sound like in 20 years from now..Imagine that.. P.S. Janet..the body looks better than ever so to all the haters…back up because Ms. Jackson is nasty and she’s back.
By David
March 5, 2008 6:15 PM | Link to this
Discipline, is one of Janets best so far, it is one cd i can start at track one and follow all the way through till i get to track 22, Lets give a big hand to Jermaine Dupree for helping put this hot album together. Big upps on the happy couple
By jay
March 5, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this
Love in the club is okay.It’s not that hot. Ushers voice and delivery is what is amazing. He is and old school singer in a young body.
By Tony
March 5, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this
Ijust bought the album right before Friday as i have dial up and could not download the entire purchase so I had to get to the store to buy and found the Limited Edition DVD/CD and I am so impressed with what I have bought. I loved the DVD because I love to see as well as hear things so my DVD was very enjoyable and when i played the CD I was so impressed. This was very well produced and Janet suprised me with tracks like ROLLERCOASTER and 2NITE and I love Missy with Janet on THE1, Discipline is so sexy and I love NE Yo and his writing. I did not know it but found out that Taj Jackson may have done some writing on 2NITE!!!! I LOVE THE ALBUM so much and will need to buy another one because this one will be WORN OUT!!!!!
By donald
March 5, 2008 8:23 PM | Link to this
I heard feedback, the first single from the Displine CD. Not impressed at all. The streets aren’t feelin’ this from what I see. Usher, just the fact that he’ll have every ATL rapper wanna be on it means that it will be a hit. In other words, this has all been done to death!! Nothing new or fresh here.
By Pernette
March 5, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this
In reference to DECtoCHI, I live in the #1 market New York and they have been playing this song on Hot 97, Power 105.1, Z100 and WBLS. I especially like hearing Funk Flex mix it. And those stations are urban, urban, top 40, and classic soul, r&b.
By craig
March 5, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this
I purchased Janet’s Discipline CD after not really feeling the first single feedback and I am glad that I did purchase it. I like Janet but I am not a major fan, however, I must say that she is winning me over with this CD. It is very good and chill…it is easy listening from beginning to end. Good production.
By Ricknole
March 5, 2008 10:02 PM | Link to this
Discipline is simply da bomb!
By lisa
March 6, 2008 8:19 AM | Link to this
I did not like Janet Jackson new CD I was a waist of my money I wish I would have bought it bootleg. sorry…
By REAL
March 6, 2008 10:48 AM | Link to this
THIS IS FOR KRYS…YOUR THOUGHT PROCESS IS WACK!!!MAYBE IF YOU HAD SOUL IN YOUR GENES YOU WOULDN’T FEEL THIS WAY. I KNOW WHO YOU ARE, JUST CONTINUE LISTENING TO 98.5. DON’T HATE!!
By B4Real!
March 6, 2008 12:41 PM | Link to this
I like Janet Jackson’s Discipline. It’s exactly what the title reads! For those of you (KRYS) who just want to be heard and not SEEN, let’s be invisible, okay. Janet is only doing what she loves to do - entertain. Don’t hate “J” because you AIN’T “J”! Discipline is a great album and I am very happy that she it is doing great!!
By B4Real!
March 6, 2008 12:42 PM | Link to this
I like Janet Jackson’s Discipline. It’s exactly what the title reads! For those of you (KRYS) who just want to be heard and not SEEN, let’s be invisible, okay. Janet is only doing what she loves to do - entertain. Don’t hate “J” because you AIN’T “J”! Discipline is a great album and I am very happy that she it is doing great!!
By SCBird
March 6, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
Are you serious to compare Chris Brown to Usher? Someone please find the clip of Chris Brown singing the national anthem at Morehouse’s football game a couple years back. That kills that argument right there, the boy Brown can’t even sign. You can compare a digitally assisted dancer to a real singer!
By SCBird
March 6, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
Are you serious to compare Chris Brown to Usher? Someone please find the clip of Chris Brown singing the national anthem at Morehouse’s football game a couple years back. That kills that argument right there, the boy Brown can’t even sing. You can compare a digitally assisted dancer to a real singer!
By marcus
March 6, 2008 7:21 PM | Link to this
is she even relevant anymore? i mean she’s forty-five, who does she appeal to at this stage? she should start grooming an act for vegas or something. madonna has the gays, and the 40’s club set. who does she have? the sisters who idolized her during her heyday. i don’t see them buying anything.
By Angel
March 6, 2008 7:25 PM | Link to this
I am a Janet fan from waaaay back - like “Say You Do” & “Young Love”…any I wasn’t feelin “Feedback” at first listen, but I love “Luv”. After the first spin on the CD player, the CD will be downloaded to the iPOD. It’s the perfect CD for chillin. Gon’ Ms. Janet!!
By David F.
March 6, 2008 7:41 PM | Link to this
I’m responding to Marcus comments. Janet is not 45 she is 41.