Last night, Discipline leaked in full. And it’s got a whole lot of rhythm to offer, clocking in at over 22 tracks (with 9 of the 22 being interludes). Whether talking to her Japanese robot friend Kioko or goofing around with her girls in the bathroom ’til the place gets a bit too stinky, Jackson’s out to prove that she’s just here to have herself a good time. Oh, and I guess we’re supposed to consider it a coincidence that the album’s title is synonymous with her best-selling breakout, Control.

While the album track sharing the same name annoys me to no end, the album can indeed be best described as a rollercoaster. There are some absolute shining moments, including the first single “Feedback,” the layered groove “Luv,” synth-heaven shakers like “Rock With U” and “2Nite,” and the Daft Punk sampled “So Much Betta,” toward which I’ve had a complete change of heart. After a few listens, I basically got it. It’s simplistic, yet addictive. Despite all this, there are some steep declines along the way…most notably in her lackluster ballad sections, excluding “Can’t B Good.” Don’t forget the Missy duet either, which I considered perfection on paper. Who knew it would turn out to be a dull bell ringer in the vein of J. Lo’s “Get Right”? If she actually sang her parts instead of resorting to the dumbed-down, restrained sex voice, Janet might have been able to deliver the kick that’s missing here. Further on, the album continues to slip. I can’t even remember what the mid-tempos like “Whats Ur Name” and “Curtains” sound like five minutes after hearing them, if thats any testament to their originality. And lastly, the title track itself…The silky groove is enjoyable in itself, as it is clearly meant for the baby making. But it’s difficult to listen to the full song in completion, clocking in at five minutes with nearly no structure between her huffing and puffing.

Overall, it provides many more hits than misses. But when it misses, it agitates. Despite that, this is a much stronger release than the agonizing 20 Y.O. of two years ago, and provides a heavy set of jams that are both enjoyable and danceable.

DL: Janet Jackson – Luv
DL: Janet Jackson – Can’t B Good
DL: Janet Jackson – Discipline

Looks like Ms. Jackson-if-ya-nasty has been having things leak tonight faster from her new album than her vagina during her first day period (I hear she gets a bit farty.) Lower body sounds aside, let’s talk about the ones emanating from her mouth region. Tonight, five new album tracks have made their way onto cyberspace, simply yearning to be picked apart and judged by people. People like you…people like me! Keep in mind, I don’t care for Janet. But after hearing “Rock With U,” I’m willing to give her an all-out college try.

And so we begin in no particular order with:

2Nite - The beat kicked in, and I immediately looked up. Yes, it got my attention. A little bit ’90′s dance, but with a clearly dominant “new” electro-groove, the sliding track sounds like a toned down “Feedback” until it hits the glossy chorus, drawing comparisons to her brother and ultimately providing an undeniably good grove. It’s not perfect, but I’m not bored at all. So far, so good. Surprisingly.

Rollercoaster – Huh? Fergie, is that you? No…can’t be. A chugging, rollercoaster-lift like sound decorates the background of this strange, semi-mid-tempo track about an indecisive love affair, but I’m too distracted by all the rollercoaster euphemisms to take in her soul-baring lyricism. “I’m so confused / I don’t know what to do.” I couldn’t agree more. Discard.

The 1 ft. Missy Elliot - Oh Missy, why you so crazy?! “Tell me, how long is it boo? Seven inches? Yep, that’ll do!” Missy Misdemeanor proclaims off the first five seconds of the track. It’s a bell-ringing, ding-a-linging groove that is so signature Missy, with too much interference by Janet. The song ultimately succeeds in drawing attention to the guest artist here, reminding us all of how good Missy can and will be in due time. The bridge is hot though, but no fair…I’m a sucker for breathiness. Lest we forget who my idol is.

So Much Betta – This is a head bobber for sure. Opening with a warped 5-year old stylized voice, complete with vocal acrobatics, the intro is intriguing enough to continue. It’s all a bit understated, but the down-tempo beat is fairly attractive. The song doesn’t lift until two minutes in, but it’s only a momentary shine of synth. It’s not enough to save this song, though the beats are delicious.

Greatest X - EESHHH…slow music…trip-hop ballad? I’m fearful. It’s soothing and pretty, fragile vocals and all. Overall, it’s probably worthy of being stuck in my head at unusual times of the day, but it’s not something to go ga-ga about.

So 2Nite semi-rocked my socks off, and the situation steadily declined from there. I say crank up the bass, add the synth, and never look back, JJ. For now, I’ll give it a solid 6.9/10, keeping it sexy sensual for the sassy mama.

Source: MuzicMatters

Time for some real “Feedback.” Textured synth melodies, robot voices, and an old school back-and-forth crunch beat provide a luscious soundscape for Janet’s album track “Rock With U.” Like an ’80′s sound tunnel, the auto-tuned, mid-tempo swayer does its best to illuminate instead of compete against her soft-spoken voice. There’s something believable about the track; Janet merely breathes the in’s and out’s of sexual exploration on top of a deliciously crunchy and danceable beat. By the time the middle eight kicks in, it’s impossible not to give in the airy temptation of the song. This is where the project has to turn. Pure, ethereal melody. You’ve won this one, Ms. Jackson.

DL: Janet Jackson – Rock With U

Credit: FlopPop Forums

Janet’s album cover for upcoming album, Discipline.

Very Egyptian Voguey drag.

Also, very OOOFAH.

…’cause we’re gearing up for an intergalactic, jam fest with the one and only Janet Jackson in a preview clip for her new single, “Feedback.” YEEEEE-HAW! Watch as Ms. Jackson-if-ya-nasty dances with evil motorcycle alien-cyborgs, shakes her weave Beyonciliously, freefalls into a waterfall of glitter, and jumps into an illuminious universe of GOO!!!! And that’s only the first thirty seconds! The full video is to premiere today. I can barely contain my excitement. I just hope those 1997-era special effects keep hitting as hard as they do in this clip!

I want to know the creative director responsible for this gold mine.

And you, what do you think?

So, it looks like the cover art has been released for the highly anticipated next attempt at a comeback for Janet Jackson, “Feedback.” The single stems from her next studio album, entitled Discipline. Discipline…You mean like, having control of oneself? You mean the album Janet Jackson is known for? What a weird coincidence! It’s such a fresh and funky title, I never saw it coming. The song itself is fairly addictive, but I can’t seem to really get into it. Maybe because of the awe-inspiring line: “‘Cause my swag is serious / Heavy like a first day period.” The visual of crampy-pants dancing this one out is just slightly unappetizing.

Regardless, the cover art features shiny orbs for boobies and a digitalized vagina. Downplay the artwork with a sloppy “paint” font for her name, and there you have it. Wave of the future people, take a ride. The link’s on the right to hear the new single, “Feedback!”