February 3, 2012

‘Soul Train’ Creator Don Cornelius Found Dead

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While at work today I kept hearing people whisper, “He committed suicide” but I had no idea that they were talking about Don Cornelius. Don Cornelius is single handedly responsible for introducing America to black culture with the creation of the dance and music show, ‘Soul Train.’ The show aired in syndication from October 1971 [...]

Timeless Singer Etta James Dies At 73

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Timeless singer Etta James lost her battle with Cancer and other diseases at the age of 73, five days before her birthday. As a legendary performer and inspiration to many, Etta James (born Jamesetta Hawkins) left her mark on several music genres including blues, rock and roll, soul, gospel and jazz. Her career began in [...]

Interview: The Ledisi Experience

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Singer/songwriter Ledisi has paid her dues. Known for her jazz influenced vocals, she released her first album in 2000 entitled Soulsinger: The Revival. After releasing her first album she generated a local buzz but 2007s Lost & Found put her in the spotlight where she belongs. With a new album, a headlining tour and three [...]

Curves Take Center Stage At The 2012 BET Honors

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The fifth annual BET HONORS was taped at the historic Warner Theatre on Saturday, January 14 in Washington, D.C. Each year BET celebrates the achievements of legends in music, literature, entertainment, media, service and education. This year Gabrielle Union hosted the show, honoring renowned poet/author Maya Angelou (Literary Arts), internationally acclaimed musician Stevie Wonder (Musical [...]

Beth Ditto’s Memoir ‘Coal To Diamonds’ Is Long Overdue

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Earlier this year several sources reported that Gossip singer Beth Ditto would release her memoir, Coal to Diamonds. Although it’s a year later and we have yet to hear of a release date, we figured we would share the books synopsis with you. Maybe that will speed this process up. ‘My life was supposed to [...]

Melanie Amaro Is Crowned First Ever Winner of X Factor (U.S.)

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Join us in congratulating Melanie Amaro, winner of the U.S. version of X Factor. Originating in the United Kingdom, The X Factor is THE  most popular reality show of 2011. Similar to American Idol, The X Factor involves Simon Cowell (Executive produced)  but that’s where the similarities end. On The X Factor each judge mentors [...]

CeCe Teneal: The Voice of Neo-Blues

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Not many of us can add a personal shout-out from President Barack Obama to our list of accomplishments, but CeCe Teneal can. In 2007, on the strength of her voice and a performance at the show she curated in Orlando, Florida, “Sunday Night Live,” Cece was hired as the lead singer of the B.B. King [...]

VH1 Divas Celebrate The History of Soul Music On December 19th

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Tonight some of your favorite celebrities will share the stage for VH1 DIVAS Celebrates Soul.  Premiering on Monday, December 19 at 9 p.m. ET/ 8 CT on VH1, enjoy performances from Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Florence + The Machine, Kelly Clarkson and Jessie J. Adding to an already stunning line-up of powerful [...]

2012 Grammy Nominees: Adele & Bruno Mars Tie In Major Categories

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Last night everyone from Lady Gaga to Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five performed during the 2012 Grammy Nominations Concert. The concert was only an hour long but it was filled with explosive performances and an unlikely duet (Lady Gaga w/ Sugarland). Hosted by LL Cool J, some of the nominees were announced throughout the [...]

2011 Soul Train Music Awards: Curvy Looks On & Off The Red Carpet

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Last night’s Soul Train Music Awards show was star studded. No music aficionado was left out as Hip Hop, R & B, Soul and Gospel artists gathered under one roof to pay tribute to the legacy of Soul Train, Heavy D., Earth, Wind & Fire, Gladys Knight and several award winners throughout the evening. Through [...]


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