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Drake Sued by Ex GirlfriendDrake's ex-girlfriend is suing the hitmaker alleging she hasn't been paid for allowing her former beau to use her voice in his Marvin's Room tune.
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 23:21
John Legend to speak and perform at UNT
Recording artist, concert performer, and philanthropist John Legend will speak and perform at the University of North Texas at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 in the UNT Coliseum .
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 19:12
Dave Grohl fighting for rock at the Grammys
When Dave Grohl started in the music business, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars were tots; Rihanna and Adele weren't even born.
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 15:07
Free R&B: Dondria - Duets 3: The 90s Edition
After being pushed back from its originally planned mid-January release date, the third entry in R&B singer Dondria's series of free Duets mixtapes is now officially out. On her Duets series, the So So Def singer also known as Phatfffat takes well known songs by other stars and adds her own vocals to them. On the third edition, she tackles some of the best songs of the 90s, including R. Kelly's "Half on a Baby," Tyrese's "Sweet Lady" and Donell Jones' "Where I Wanna Be." The full tracklisting, as well as a direct link for a free, legal download, are included below. Enjoy.
Duets 3: The 90s Edition Tracklist:
- Intro
- Where I Wanna Be (with Donell Jones)
- Half on a Baby (with R. Kelly)
- You Know
- They Don't Know (with Jon B.)
- Kissing Game (with Hi-Five)
- Happily Ever After (with Case)
- He Can't Love You (with Jagged Edge)
- We're Not Making Love (with Dru Hill)
- Sweet Lady (with Tyrese)
about.com | 06-Feb-2012 12:18
Battleship Super Bowl Trailer
Inspired by Hasbro's epic war game "Battleship," this classic action-adventure alien invasion storyline hits the theaters this year, giving singer Rihanna her big screen debut on an Aliens vs Transformers spin.
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 10:52
Grammy's song of the year category changes its tune
What's the difference? Song of the year traditionally has rewarded artful marriages of music and lyrics that can stand the test of time.
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 06:32
Love On Top
One of the most recognizable characters in modern-day R&B, Beyonce first rose to fame as the siren-voiced centerpiece of Destiny's Child before embarking on a multi-platinum solo career in 2001.
topix.net | 06-Feb-2012 02:23
Houston & Ray J back together?
Performers Whitney Houston and Ray-J sit ringside for the Joe Calzaghe of Wales and Bernard Hopkins light heavyweight bout at Thomas & Mack Center on April 19, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 22:13
Kingston in tax trouble
R&B singer Sean Kingston has been hit with a lien against his property after failing to pay taxes from 2009.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 18:09
R&B News N Rumors: 2/5/12 Edition
Some of the more interesting R&B-related news and rumors from the past week:
- Rest in peace to Don Cornelius, the creator and former host of the musical variety show Soul Train,who was found dead at his home in the Los Angeles area Feb. 1.
- Ruben Studdard says his upcoming album will be the first that he's had complete creative control over.
- Whitney Houston and Ray J., who briefly dated in 2007, are rumored to be seeing each other again.
- The British version of GQ magazine has named Chris Brown it's worst dressed man of 2012.
- Is Beyonce is among the celebs Simon Cowell's courting to become X-factor judges?
- Are these the 10 most annoying things about the contemporary R&B music scene?
- John Legend's younger brother, Vaughn Anthony, has a new single out.
- Eric Benet also has a new single out.
about.com | 05-Feb-2012 15:57
Singer Jon B. to perform at B.B. King's on Feb. 20
Singer Jon B. is back! The R&B crooner will be performing live at the legendary B.B. King's Blues Club on Feb.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 14:04
"The Accidental Feminist: How Elizabeth Taylor Raised Our...
"The Accidental Feminist: How Elizabeth Taylor Raised Our Consciousness and We Were Too Distracted to Distracted By Her Beauty to Notice," by M.G. Lord, is shown.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 09:49
Scenes from a super party
FEBRUARY 03: Bonnie-Jill Laflin attends the 2012 Playboy Party hosted by Bud Light Hotel at Bud Light Hotel on February 3, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 05:30
John Legend Warns Tim Tebow: Stay Away From Kim Kardashian
John Legend did a remake of his hit 'Ordinary People' and dedicated it to Tim Tebow.
topix.net | 05-Feb-2012 01:26
Rihanna's Top 10 Red Carpet Moments-Which One Is Your Favorite?
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topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 21:11
Atlanta-based Bounce TV, Chilli of TLC, celebrates Don Cornelius Saturday
Bounce TV, the new Atlanta-based broadcast network targeting blacks, is holding a special seven-hour "Soul Train" marathon Saturday from 7 to 2 a.m. in honor of the late Don Cornelius , who was found dead Tuesday with a gunshot in his head.
topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 16:56
Calvin Harris named top hitmaker
Pop star Calvin Harris was the most successful songwriter in the UK singles chart in 2011, according to research from trade magazine Music Week.
topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 12:42
Top Ten Love Songs That Always Work
Cowboy Junkies , Four Tops , John Lennon , Sam Cooke , Van Morrison , Bare Naked Ladies , Earth Wind And Fire , Joan Armatrading , Love songs , playlist , Proclaimers , Puppy Love , top 10 , Top Ten , Valentine's Day Valentine's Day is two weeks away and, as always, I'm taking a solemn vow to think ahead when it comes to getting my wife a gift .
topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 08:22
Wale Celebrates #1 Most Added Record, "Sabotage" Feat. Lloyd
On the heels of his first #1 record at Urban Radio with the Miguel assisted "Lotus Flower Bomb," Wale celebrates a remarkable 2011 with more good news for 2012: the #1 most added record at Urban Radio.
topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 04:18
Julianne Hough Found Unlikely Friendship with Mary J. Blige on Set of Rock of Ages
Julianne Hough has become "best friends" with Mary J Blige since working with her in 'Rock of Ages'. The 23-year-old beauty talks to the 'Be Without You' singer every week and thinks of her as a mother and a sister all-in-one, despite admitting they are an unlikely combination.
topix.net | 04-Feb-2012 00:08
New Music: Vaughn Anthony - "Curiosity"
The first time you listen to Vaughn Anthony's "Curiosity," you'll hear a strong resemblance to the vocal style of John Legend, and that's for a good reason. No, Vaughn isn't some upstart copycat who's stolen Legend's style. Vaughn's full name is Vaughn Anthony Stephens, and he's the younger brother of John Roger Stephens, better known to the world as John Legend. And not only is Vaughn John's brother, he's also signed to Legend's label, HomeSchool Records, and is slated to release a mixtape and debut album in the coming months. "Curiosity" is taken from Vaughn's mixtape, Life of a Player, due to drop this spring. The song, which was produced by the Grammy-nominated trio Phatboiz and features rising hip-hop artist Dunson, can be streamed via the link below.
- "Curiosity" feat. Dunson song stream (via soundcloud.com)
about.com | 03-Feb-2012 20:04
Rihanna Goes Blonde
Despite limited vocal ability, Rihanna has remained popular by reinventing her look.
topix.net | 03-Feb-2012 20:03
He sings songs of love, in all its glory
Once singer-songwriter Eric Benet has crafted the lyrics and paired them with instruments, the last decision he makes is where, within his own top-to-bottom vocal range, he'll actually record the song: "When I'm first conceiving the melody - from whatever God-given place that comes from - all kinds of production ideas are happening at the same time ... (more)
topix.net | 03-Feb-2012 15:54
D'Angelo and his mojo make a comeback
A solo artist can't exactly split up and reunite with himself, but D'Angelo's appearance at Brixton Academy this evening is as hotly anticipated and as downright unlikely as any of the big-name band reformations of recent times.
topix.net | 03-Feb-2012 11:49
Bon Iver, Alicia Keys to Collaborate
Bon Iver 's Justin Vernon might be indie rock's busiest performer. The Grammy-nominated musician, whose past collaborations range from Kanye West to the National to Kathleen Edwards , is about to add another: Alicia Keys .
topix.net | 03-Feb-2012 07:40
Maya Angelou Hosts Radio Special
Author and activist Maya Angelou hopes for a time when Black History Month will no longer be needed to explain the contributions of African -Americans. "We want to reach a time when there won't be Black History Month, when black history will be so integrated into American history that we study it along with every other history," she said in an ... (more)
topix.net | 03-Feb-2012 03:30
R&B singer David Peaston dies at age 54
Singer David Peaston, who had a string of R&B hits in the late 1980s and early 1990s, has died, his family said Thursday.
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 23:21
Monica's "New Life" Gets New Release Date?
Looks like Monica 's upcoming album New Life has been pushed back -- again. The disc had originally been slated to arrive in stores in November, but a few months ago, Monica revealed to Twitter followers that she wouldn't deliver the set until March 6. Now, Singersroom.com points out that Amazon has the long-awaited album marked for an April 3 ... (more)
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 19:16
New R. Kelly's Single, "Share My Love," Posted Online
What's R. Kelly 's strategy for making the world better? On his new single, "Share My Love," he belts out a simple solution: "let's do what we were born to do -- populate!" The uptempo track was posted online Wednesday and will be available for download on Valentine's Day.
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 15:07
VIDEO: John Legend pokes fun at Tim Tebow coverage on ESPN
John Legend is the latest recording artist to jump into the Tim Tebow fray. On Wednesday, Legend performed a parody of his hit 'Ordinary People,' re-titling it, 'Extra-Ordinary Tebow,' on ESPN 's First Take.
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 10:52
Toddlers & Tiaras Mom Susanna Barrett: 5-Year-Old Isabella "Doesn't Know What Sexiness Is"
Jennifer Does the Wave Plus, Halle Berry's on the mend and Brad Pitt 'n' Jonah Hill share a laugh.
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 06:42
Lana Del Rey Aiming for No. 2 Debut on Billboard 200 Albums Chart
The viral star incorporates hip-hop producers and nabs an "SNL" slot before her album debut.
topix.net | 02-Feb-2012 02:33
Don Cornelius took 'Soul Train' on pioneering trip
In an era when Beyonce and Jay-Z are music royalty, when Barack Obama is the nation's chief executive, and when black stars in the cast of a TV show are commonplace, it may be hard to grasp the magnitude of what Don Cornelius created once he got his "Soul Train" rolling.
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 22:28
Rihanna, Others Headlining LA Benefit Concert on Grammy Night
Rihanna will help headline a charity concert on February 12 at the House of Blues in Los Angeles, according to Rolling Stone .
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 18:09
'Soul Train' Legend Don Cornelius Found Dead
Don Cornelius, the creator and former host of the musical variety show Soul Train, was found dead at his home in the Los Angeles area early this morning. According to police, he had a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, but as of now, an investigation is still ongoing. Sources told the Los Angeles Times that Cornelius, who was 75, had recently gone through a divorce. Soul Train, which aired from October 1971 to March 2006, was sort of an urban parallel to Dick Clark's American Bandstand, and eventually became the longest-running syndicated show in television history. Although the show had many unique elements, including the Soul Train Scramble Board and Soul Train Dance line, it was the musical performances that put the show on the map. During Cornelius' tenure as host, which lasted until 1993, the show was known for bringing in a who's who of R&B and Soul music artists to perform. Among those whose careers were helped by appearing on the show were Aretha Franklin, Aaliyah, Erykah Badu, Mary J. Blige, Destiny's Child, En Vogue, Jill Scott, Usher and dozens upon dozens of others. Don Cornelius: Sept. 27, 1936- Feb. 1, 2012. Rest in peace.
- "Soul Train" Creator Dies of Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound (Los Angeles Times)
- Don Cornelius Commits Suicide (TMZ.com)
Photo by Getty Images.
about.com | 01-Feb-2012 14:01
Full Force's Paul Anthony George Reveals He Has Cancer
WellA Paul Anthony George, the most popular member of the group, revealed that he has lymphoma last night on TV Ones, "Unsung" and eurweb reports why he decided to use the show to tell his fans of his illness.
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 13:49
Tyrese Teases Fans with Trailer for "Nothing on You" Video Featuring Chilli
Tyrese sure knows how to kickstart a girl's morning. In the music video teaser for his latest single, "Nothing on You," Ty's leading lady Chilli wakes to find rose petals on her pillowcase and a note tucked into the bed linens.
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 09:44
"Mama, I Want to Sing!" Set for February Release
The film adaptation of off-Broadway musical Mama, I Want to Sing! , starring Ciara and Patti LaBelle , is heading straight to DVD, with a February 14 release.
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 05:35
Legend, Kennedy Center program honor Marvin Gaye
Grammy award-winning singer John Legend surprised a high school choir Tuesday at the Kennedy Center to help start a program encouraging young artists to confront social issues with their art, in honor of the late Marvin Gaye.
topix.net | 01-Feb-2012 01:25
John Legend to start young artist program
Singer John Legend is joining the Kennedy Center in D.C. to start a program in honor of the late Marvin Gaye encouraging young artists to engage in social issues.
topix.net | 31-Jan-2012 20:16
New R&B/Soul Albums: Feb. 2012
Since February's the month that Valentine's Day falls in, you'd think that record labels would be pushing out a lot of fresh romantic music during the month. But unlike in previous years, that really isn't the case in 2012. The closest is probably All of Me, the third album by British R&B singer Estelle. The others, by artists like African singer-activist Nneka and Dutch vocalist Clarence Milton Bekker (aka CB Milton), incorporate love as just one element of their overall message. For the full details of February 2012's new R&B/Soul music, check out the link below.
about.com | 31-Jan-2012 16:55
Best Day Ever for teen Coulsdon singer
Shak Forbes, 16, from Coulsdon, is celebrating after judges including Radio 1 DJ Annie Nightingale, singer Shola Ama and journalists from publications such as Flavour and Future Music elected him Open Mic UK champion.
topix.net | 31-Jan-2012 16:16
Arctic Monkeys up for seven NME Awards
The Arctic Monkeys have been nominated in seven categories in this year's NME Awards, including Best British Band alongside Muse, Kasabian, Bombay Bicycle Club and The Horrors.
topix.net | 31-Jan-2012 12:11
General Music Industry: How 10 Major Songwriters Make Big Money
Calculating song royalties is a tricky business, but it's clear that these rights holders are raking it in Next.
topix.net | 31-Jan-2012 08:02
Homes Where Grammy Winners Can Stash Their Awards
The hottest acts in the music business earn their appeal by hitting the recording studio and their road warrior tour bus to promote their latest pop, rap, rock, blues or jazzy creations.
topix.net | 31-Jan-2012 03:43
Jill Scott Calls Out Former Label Home Via Twitter
More than a year has passed since Hidden Beach Recordings sued its first signed artist Jill Scott , who it accused in a 2010 lawsuit of unceremoniously dumping the label after a nearly 10-year relationship.
topix.net | 30-Jan-2012 23:28