Say what you will about Keri Hilson, the girl is talented, determined, beautiful and in all the right company. Currently on the I Am Still Music Tour with Lil Wayne, Lloyd, Far East Movement and Rick Ross. Her sophomore album, No Boys Allowed has proved that she is no flash in the pan. Her strong voice and sex appeal continues to propel her above and beyond some of her lesser contemporaries (you know who they are).

Some critics are of the opinion that the slutty side comes out when the music lacks, but I think that its a natural progression for a young woman to play with her sexual side while growing as an artist. And Hilson’s lyrics and beats are exactly where they should be. I think she can continue to push her own boundaries, without falling off the ledge (I am most certainly looking at you Katy Perry). Style does not dictate substance, but it certainly does make things more interesting to watch.

Don’t miss the last few opportunities you may have to catch this extravagant stage show.

»8/31 – Albuquerque, NM @ Hard Rock Pavilion
»9/2 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheater
»9/3 – Marysville, CA @ Sleep Train Amphitheater
»9/7 – Omaha, NE @ Qwest Arena
»9/9 – San Antonio, TX @ AT&T Center
»9/10 – Dallas, TX @ Gexa Energy Pavilion
»9/11 – Woodlands, TX @ Woodlands Amphitheater

Words by Barbie Brady. Photos by Joe Gall