MICHAEL JACKSON TURNS 50
Well the King of Pop has made it to the big 50. Happy Birthday Michael. Let’s go back to the good old days before the foolishness and extensive plastic surgery. *I will post video’s later*
MADONNA TURNS 50
I remember when Madonna first came on to the music scene, I pretended to hate her, but secretly I was a fan (lol). It’s strange to think that she has now reached the big 50! Admittedly Madonna is far from being the greatest vocalist in the world, but she is one hell of a entertainer, trendsetter and a business woman ( check out the history of her company Maverick and the success it’s enjoyed throughout the years) . According to Guinness World Records, Madonna is the most […]
ISAAC HAYES DIES AT 65
Isaac Hayes died early today (August 10) in Memphis Tennesse AllHipHop.com has learned. The pioneering R&B singer was found laying on the floor near a tread mill in his home. Hayes, 65, was rushed to Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, where he was pronounced dead, around 2:00 am. (Source) no.. no… no…. 😦 Rest In Peace Isaac
PIC: BEYONCE’S NEW L’OREAL AD
Spotted @ Necole Bitchie Because your worth it! Did they throw Bey in to a tub of toxic skin lightening lotion before this shoot?
UK MUSIC INDUSTRY MOVERS & SHAKERS: DS MUSIC PR
DS MUSIC PR – TAKING HIP HOP & R&B PROMOTION TO THE NEXT LEVEL After gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience from within the dynamic world of entertainment, burgeoning entrepreneurs Kent Daobry (Kaydee) and Paul Savvides (DJ Funksy) decided to join forces in early 2007, and went on to co-found DS Music PR (a subsidiary of the DS Music Group), specializing in radio, digital, and online promotions. North London based DS Music PR, offers innovative marketing and promotional strategies to its […]
US MUSIC INDUSTRY MOVERS & SHAKERS: KANDIS KNIGHT
Kandis Knight Armed with a degree in Journalism and Marketing, publicist, music journalist, columnist, talent agent, and booking agent Kandis Knight, is fast becoming a major force within the world of entertainment. Hailing from Minneapolis Knight’s dynamic organisational skills and strong work ethic led to a coveted position with The Rae Mackenzie Group, an upscale marketing boutique in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis’s historic Warehouse District. Knight’s mentor Sharon Smith (Akinsanya), was instrumental in teaching Knight about the music business. Smith was also the Vice President of Marketing for Prince and Paisley […]
OBAMA CAMPAIGN CONDEMNS LUDACRIS DEDICATION SONG
Presumptive Democrat presidential nominee Barack Obama has condemned an endorsement song from Ludacris, in which the Atlanta MC criticizes rivals Hillary Clinton and John McCain. The song “Politics: Obama Is Here” contains celebratory bars on Obama’s success, but turns venomous when Obama’s rivals are addressed. Ludacris references the bitter Democratic primary battle by stating “Hillary hated on you/So that b**ch is irrelevant.” Regarding Republican nominee John McCain, the rapper rhymes: “McCain don’t belong in ANY chair unless he’s paralyzed/ Yeah I said […]
UK NEWS: WILEY SIGNS ALBUM DEAL WITH ASYLUM RECORDS
Grime emcee/rapper Wiley has announced via the Rwdmag.com forum, that he has just signed an album deal with Asylum Records (part of the Warner Music Group). Wiley wrote: “I signed an album deal at midnight last night, I’ve got one thing to say, I won my race against time goodbye everybody cos I’m gone don’t even chat to me… I am grime it flows thru my veins more than any1 else’s… I’m gone I ain’t comin’ back about no way back I am the way […]
QUOTE OF THE DAY: ICE CUBE
“Today’s artists are caught up in Soundscans and stuff that record companies should be caught up in. So, now, if Akon or T-Pain is hitting, they trying to roll the f**kin talk box in the studios. Artists are under a lot of pressure, cause they just got two, three, four hundred thousand dollars to do a record. This is more money than anybody ever handed them. So they feel obligated to let people in the studio that they would never let in […]
VIDEO: YOUNG JEEZY FT KANYE WEST – ‘PUT ON’
I have to admit that I really like this. Jeezy is far from being a great “rapper” but I love his raspy southern drawl. And Kanye sounds good too.
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