Where: (click below to visit venue on Foursquare) Master Sound Studios 1013 Assembly Drive, Virginia Beach, VA When: September 23, 2003 What: Missy Elliot and Timbaland were proteges of Jodeci’s Devante Swing. Elliott had gained notoriety as a songwriter but “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” was a breakthrough as a performer, and its otherworldly beat […]
Alicia Keys is including a documentary with the re-release of her debut album “songs in A minor.” The 10th anniversary edition will include special packaging, new liner notes, and unreleased tracks. The documentary chronicles the making of the generation-defining album and is comprised of behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Alicia, her mom, her business partner […]
Looks like LeBron James’ lackluster performance in this year’s NBA playoffs may be related to some rumored off the court drama. Word on the street is that Rashard Lewis of the Washington Wizards slept with LeBron’s girl Savannah while he was visiting South Beach! Here’s what we found out : I have a very reliable […]
“If I Ain’t Got You” is one of Alicia Key’s biggest and most powerful songs to date. Off her 2003 album The Diary Of Alicia Keys; Keys attributes the inspiration of the profound ballad to the passing of the late great Aaliyah. “The song idea came together right after Aaliyah passed away. It was such […]
An enabler is one that enables another to achieve an end; especially: one who enables another to persist in self-destructive behavior (as substance abuse) by providing excuses or by making it possible to avoid the consequences of such behavior. Before you move on to your next post feeling some peculiar air of superiority, please note […]
Kelly Rowland has already been a “Commander,” but in these recent promo shots, photographed by Robert Ector, she plays the part of the captain, dressed in nautical stripes, a sailing cap and gold, mesh jewelry. She looks hot, her latest single has hit #1, and she’s landed the coveted gig of UK “X-Factor” judge – […]
With Father’s Day approaching this Sunday, here are some quotes on Fatherhood from black celebrity Dads for inspiration and confirmation on the universal spirit of being a father. Check it out and share your thoughts and comments on Fatherhood, from your point of view, in the comment box below. Rev Run “For boys you want […]
Taraji P. Henson and Tyrese reunite for EBONY magazine’s July 2011 “Collector’s Edition” split covers. The “Baby Boy” duo wear glowing white ensembles and are featured as part of the mag’s first-ever 50 Finest List. We wonder who else made the cut! Find out when the issue hits newsstands and iPads on June 15. Tyrese: […]
Kanye West was once engaged to designer Alexis Phifer. The couple began dating in 2002 and he proposed in 2006, but they ultimately called the wedding (and relationship) off in 2008. Since then, we’ve seen him catapult his arm candy Amber Rose into fame and her very own reality show. So, how has Alexis been […]
Since making his first appearance on a rap record in 1998, G. Dep has had a turbulent journey. Dep, once a promising artist on Bad Boy records, has had a career marred by excessive drug use and arrests. Through his experience G. Dep has shown that as ruthless as the music business can me, nothing […]
They have a colorful history together, however Whitney Houston’s mentor Clive Davis has announced that no more pages will be added to their illustrious story – until her “golden voice” is back. Davis’ comments came during a recent radio interview with KOST 103.5. When the show’s hosts probed him for a non-tabloid take on Houston’s […]
Ludacris has gone country! Luda performed “Dirt Road Anthem” alongside Jason Aldean at this years Country Music Awards. The Atlanta bread rapper tweeted “I love stretching the outer limits of where music can potentially go & collaborating w/ artists that nobody expects me to.” At the end of the performance Luda declared “History has been […]