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Jay-Z's Rhapsody Commercial

This commercial is HOTTNESS!I wish more creativity was put into the album. And too bad the album was leaked and its everywhere now. :(

Rihanna's Grace Jones Inspired Vogue Shoot

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Rihanna LOOKS GREAT!!! To see more of the photos from the spread [ source ]

Whitney Cover EBONY & Album in Stores

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Whitney's album is in stores TODAY

Final Destination' tops box office

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Final Destination raked in 28.3 million dollars, in its first week of opening. which according to reports tops Quentin Tarantino 's "Inglourious Basterds," which opened a week earlier. I must say the movie was good, I didn't get to see ti in 3-d. May have been better!

DJ Am Death NOT A Suicide!

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Although drugs and a crack pipe were found near Dj Am's body at the time of his death, authorities have reportedly ruled out suicide and believe it was a case of accidental overdose instead. According to sources at TMZ, AM's doctors prescribed Xanax to him to help him overcome his fear of flying--something he had to do frequently for work. But unfortunately the benzodiazepines triggered a relapse into addiction and he began to overuse them. It didn't help that he was also using crack cocaine. The combination of the cocaine and the benzo's became a lethal cocktail. TMZ also reports that the alleged overdose had "absolutely nothing to do with his recent breakup." It's so tragic that he survived a plane crash but his addiction to the medication from the crash is what ultimately took his life. [ source ]

Matt Damon To Be Honored

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According to Variety, Matt Damon will be given the American Cinematheque Award in 2010. The award honors a person who has made a significant contribution to film.Damon is reportedly set to accept the honor in person at the ceremony, which will air on ABC on March 27. [ source ]

Tyra & Kevin Clash Win EMMYS

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Congrats to Tyra Banks for winning Best Talk Show (Informative) for the second year in a row at the Daytime Emmys Also congrats to Kevin Clash –the famous puppeteer/voice of Elmo –also won an Emmy last night. Rachel Ray also has taken the crown traditionally won by Ellen DeGeneres, for best talk show.

Happy Birthday To THE late GREAT Michael Jackson!

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Spike Lee is heading HUGH 51st Birthday Celebration for Michael Jackson. Rev. Al Sharpton will say a prayer at the party. President Marty Markowitz will present a proclamation declaring Aug. 29 Michael Jackson Day in Brooklyn and DJ Spinna will play all things Michael Jackson. a little birdy told me there will also be several surprises! Jackson is known for transforming the art of the music video and paving the way for modern pop music in his own country. Jackson's work, distinctive musical sound and vocal style have influenced scores of hip hop, pop,Rock and R&B artists, from Mariah Carey to Blink 182. Much of Michael Jackson' s career, has had an "unparalleled" level of worldwide influence over the younger generation through his musical and humanitarian contributions. Michael Jackson was inducted onto the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1984. Throughout his career he received numerous honors and awards, including the World Music Awards' Best-Selling Pop Male Artis

RIP: DJ AM found dead in NYC

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Celebrity Dj known as DJ AM was found dead in his New York City apartment , which had drug paraphernalia in it. Associated Press says that 36-year-old, who's real name is Adam Goldstein was found in his Manhattan apartment Friday evening. The official says there was no evidence of foul play. The death comes a year after Goldstein survived a South Carolina plane crash that killed four other people.[ source ]

Tyrese new show FIRST IN COMPTON on BET

I can NOT Wait til BET’s new original series, First In, premiering Friday, October 2. The show is narrated by actor/singer Tyrese Gibson (who also serves as an executive producer), delves into the lives of Compton’s firefighters and paramedics as they try to balance the high stress of a gruesome 72-hour work schedule and family life. Check out a clip above!

Comedian Sued By Mother-in-Law For Being the Punchline of Too Many Jokes

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Ruth Zafrin is suing Comedian/Daughter-in-law Sunda Croonquist, for making her the punchline of one too many jokes. Zafrin claims that Croonquist is spreading false, defamatory and racist lies in her comedy routine in nightclubs and on TV channels like Comedy Central. Croonquist, is half-black, half-Swedish, grew up Roman Catholic and married into a Jewish family.She says there was a time when her in-laws would laugh along with everyone else at the black-member-of-a-Jewish family jokes. Apparently things have changed and her in-laws are seeking unspecified damages as well they are demanding that Croonquist remove any offensive statements from her website, routines and recordings. Croonquist says she is willing to drop any language that her family finds offensive, but refuses to pay any settlement. Croonquist's lawyer, whom is here husband, has filed a motion to have the case dismissed. A hearing is set for September 8. [ Source ]

Chris Brown HAS VIOLATED HIS PAROLE ALREADY

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Well, it's about to get real, Real for Chris Brown, who decided it was okay to go out clubbing in Los Angeles hours after he was sentenced for fighting with his Ex-girlfriend Rihanna. Apparently he broke the rules of his probation because he was too young to be in a club. Tuesday (25Aug09) Chris appeared in and was given a five year probation order, as well as six months hard community labour after he was convicted. He was also ordered to stay away from Rihanna for the same period of time and to report for community duties within 72-hours of sentencing. Well hours later Brown showed up to West Hollywood's hotspot Guys and Dolls. Chris drew even more attention to himself when, Michael Jackson's hit Dirty Diana played. Chris grabbed the mic and told the crowd: "There was only one King of Pop. We love you, Michael." Now he is facing a possible investigation into his actions. Chris, who is 20 years old was not of age according to strict U.S. drinking age limits. The v

MARIO’S D.N.A album Cover

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This is Mario’s fourth studio album ‘D.N.A’ album cover. D.N.A is set to hit stores October 13th. ‘Thinkin’ Bout U’ according to reports will be the album’s second single.

Serena Williams Talks about her Book, Sister's Death, Love Life & her Body!

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Congrats to Serena Williams she and her sister are now the only African American owners of a NFL team. Serena's wax figure was just added to Madame Tussaud’s in New York City. And Serena's book is making a lot of noise! She was recently interviewed about the Memoirs check out some of the interview: You're dating someone in the public eye right now. What's that like? You can go on a Web site and there will be all sorts of gossip about them. They're spotted hanging out with someone, and he's suddenly 'romantically linked' with someone else. And you have all your friends calling you and asking what's going on. That can be annoying. Really, it's kind of stupid. You can't let the media decide how your relationship is going to be. You have to communicate. Trust is very important to me, and I'm not going to get my information about my boyfriend from the media. Sometimes I read that I broke up with him, and I have to call and confirm. (Laughs) W

Natalie Portman Does Interview Mag & Says She LOVES Dirty Rap Music!

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Natalie Portman was recently interviewed by Jake Gyllenhaal, for Interview Magazine. In part of her interview she states; " I've mostly been listening to dirty rap lately. That's sort of my scene," she says. "Really, really obscene hip-hop. I love it so much. It makes me laugh and then it makes me want to dance ." (She then recited some X-rated lyrics from the Ying Yang Twins.) [source] well..

Beyonce Being Sued By Project Runway Contestant

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BEYONCE is facing legal action from a former Project Runway contestant Chris March. Apparently he helped Beyonce, The tour's creative adviser and designer Thierry Mugler design costumes for her I AM... tour. March says that they failed to pay him for the stage outfits he helped make. March is only seeking the $43,500 he claims he was promised. Somebody is always suing B! She better get it right for she be broke. [source]

THE DREAM is the new Executive Vice President of DEF JAM

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The Dream announced via his Twitter page the reason, that this next album will be his last...Is because has been named Executive Vice President at Def Jam. The Dream will oversee development of new talent at the label. The job was previously held by Chris Hicks, who was appointed EVP after Shakir Stewart took his own life in Atlanta on November 1, 2008.--Congrats to The Dream. "I wanna Thank everyone at Island Records/DefJam for their faith in me and making me Executive Vice President of Island Records...."

Rihanna’s covers The Houte Couture issue for VOGUE Italia

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Chanel Iman, Sesilee Lopez, Jourdan Dunn, and Arlenis Sosa Cover i-D magazine

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Cute Cover!

The X Factor 2009 - Danyl Johnson - Auditions 1

I know, I wasn't going to post this because Im over the whole Susan Boyle and just all these talent shows! But when i saw this i broke down in TEARS! GOD is amazing! All i have to say is, The Lord may no come when you want him to BUT he's always on time! Always hold on to your dreams, Your NEVER to ANYTHING for them to NOT come to play! This guy wasn't even going to audition, until the kids he teaches begged him to! He also said that he's been singing TEN YEARS, no one ever paid him any attention! So he gave up! I'm glad he did! I LOVE seeing people make their dreams come true.

Milla Jovovich covers Harper’s Bazaar Russia

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Kellie Williams Getting Married

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Congrats to Kellie Williams of "Family Matters" fame. She is engaged to be married to her fiance Hannibal Jackson ( yep, i said it right ). The couple will wed next month sometime . Kellie talked to Essence Magazine months ago about her engagement: ESSENCE.COM: Did the show impact your dating and how is your love life now? WILLIAMS: I am engaged now, which is a miracle. All the guys I worked with were like brothers and I didn’t really have a real boyfriend until I was 28. I worked so much and delayed that part of growing up. If it were up to me I would have my mother, father and pastor and do the wedding for $500 with a cookout, but my fiancĆ© wants the big wedding. I’m excited though and he’s a great guy—the guy people think doesn’t exist anymore. We met through a friend and less than a year later he proposed. I never thought marriage was for me and I loved being single. When you don’t believe that love will come it will when you least expect it, just look at me! ----The co

RIP Novelist Dominick Dunne Dead At 83

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Author Dominick Dunne, novelist who wrote shocking crimes of the rich and famous through his magazine articles and best-selling books including one about O.J. Simpson's murder trial, died Wednesday in his home at age 83. [ Source ]

Fe Fe Dobson Does Honey Magazine & Speaks Rihanna

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Most know, i have been a huge fan of Fefe Dobson for years. I am originally from Seattle,Wa so grunge and rock is notorious. The first album i played so much that i had to buy another one. Fefe's been gone for awhile and there have been a lot of comparisons of Rihanna. Honestly i dont see them! They are two totally different styles. Fefe recently was interviewed by Honey Magazine. Check some of it out here: That’s my point. The image thing — to go so extreme, from dancehall reggae queen g ir l to cool, pun ky, rocker-chick. People say Rihanna bit your style. I mean, for sure I question that, but who wouldn’t. She is supposedly a fan of mine. I try to take it as a compliment. It gets a little much when she starts getting the same tattoos as me but overall I just want people to separate the image and listen to the music. It’s about the music. Its like Prince and Michael Jackson, totally different artists. Or its like Kanye West and Jay-Z. So what? They are both black men, they sound

NEW MUSIC LEAK: Jay-Z - "Venus Vs. Mars"

So yet another track has been leaked from Jay-Z's BP3.. Funny all of them have been Timbo tracks--I'm Just Saying--. This song isn't as bad as the track with Drake. I guess Jay is making music he's always wanted to make. Honestly im over it!. *Giving a side eye to the Lyrics*

XXL Magazine ask is JAY-Z Bigger Than Hip Hop?

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The question, is Jay-Z bigger than Hip-Hop? Wow, its funny because they added Beyonce as if she solidifies his status! -- As i chuckle --honestly like 50cent said Jay-Z wasn't no one overseas until he started messing with B. But as far as him being bigger? I personally think he's big in the sense that he knows how to associate and dissociate himself and his brand, with certain things. The answer can go so many ways only because Jay-Z is in a league of his own. Yet he too has dumbed down a lot of music lately. Nothings big or Hip hop about that. And i don't like how they made it seem as if Beyonce is "Another Notch Under the Belt."--even though i think their relationship is a business one, something about it isn't respectful. Just like his line in "Off That" featuring Drake ( WHICH IS WHACK ), where Jay says " My hoe's so sick, Your new chick can't f*ck with my old B*tch. " But hay, if she likes it, I love it! What do you think?

8/25 Is Now Letoya Luckett Day in Houston

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Congrats to Letoya! As most of you know I'm a Ryder for the underdogs. No one ever expected Letoya to be where she is right now after Destiny's Child. Two successful boutiques, Two Hot albums, Great personality, God Fearing, Philanthropy and Upcoming movie roles (Preacher's Kid & Five Killer 2010) . I wish Letoya all the best! By The way..I Love, Love The Album! The confidence, the lyrical depth and the step up in vocals has been getting great reviews, so if you dont have it, go pick it up! To Watch the footage [ Click Here ]

RIP: Sen. Edward M. Kennedy

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Sen. Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts, died Tuesday night at his home on Cape Cod after a year-long struggle with brain cancer. He was 77. Senator Kennedy is the last of the brothers who apparently was born to rule. He will be missed! -- The Kennedy family is one of the greatest families EVER!--I send them my prayers.

Elle Gives Homeless Girl an Internship

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A homeless girl named Bri, who is also a sometime blogger, just secured an internship at Elle under advice columnist E. Jean. The story says that in April, ---Bri discovered an ad for writers and fashionistas to enter an advice-columnist competition. She entered and told her story, thinking she'd never hear back. But then she got a call to audition for a reality show produced by Fremantle Media, the company behind American Idol and America's Got Talent. The winner would receive the internship at Elle. Sneaky ad, that. Bri wrote in April that she bombed the audition, which was horribly embarrassing, uncomfortable, and unpleasant. So she decided to write Jean herself and explain what happened. Jean actually answered the letter in her column. In her reply, she offered Bri a four-month internship, and wrote, "At the end of the four months, if you don’t have a job and an awesome place to live, I will become your intern." Bri just made contact with Jean and accepted the pos

Beyonce To Be Honored With "Woman of the Year Award"

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Congrats to Beyonce, Billboard magazine is honoring her with the Woman of the Year Award at the 2009 Billboard Women In Music Event on Oct. 2nd in NYC: “ BeyoncĆ© is multi-platinum artist and a multi-talented woman who clearly embodies the qualities of excellence and achievement that the Billboard Woman Of The Year Award was created to honor,” said Bill Werde, Billboard’s Editorial Director, about BeyoncĆ©, who is the only performer in the 51-year history of the Billboard Hot 100 to top the chart for 10 weeks or more with a group and as a solo artist. “She has not only influenced pop culture with her hit songs and signature dance moves, but has inspired women everywhere with her unique style, business savvy and dedication to charitable causes.”

NYC Council Woman Petitioning For Jackson's name To Be Added To Station

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New York City Council woman Letitia James wants a plaque placed at Brooklyn's Hoyt-Schermerhorn station or have "Jackson" added to the station's name. Metropolitan Transportation Authority spokesman Kevin Ortiz said Monday the name change is unlikely, since then James is petitioning for the name change. Jackson, who died June 25, shot the "BAD" music video at the downtown Brooklyn station in 1987.

Another Magazine Fall 2009 Covers

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Another Magazine celebrates the end of a decade with four iconic Fall 2009 covers featuring Natalie Portman, Katie Holmes, Kate Moss and Vanessa Paradis. ---HOTNESS!

Remembering AALIYAH!! (January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001)

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8 years ago today, Aaliyah along with several others; Anthony Dodd, Eric Foreman, Scott Gallin, Keeth Wallace, Gina Smith, Douglas Kratz, Christopher Maldonado, & Luis Morales died in a plane crash. I listen to Aaliyah damn near everyday. I was and I am still a HUGE fan. I wish that she was still here to see the impact she's had on music. A lot of female artist would not successful as they are if it was not for her tragic death. She was an artist that set the limits and she didnt it with class. She didnt have to use her body to sell her music! She allowed her talent to do the work.--She is Missed! -Legacy- Aaliyah has been credited for helping redefine R&B and HipHop by popularizing the stuttering, futuristic production style that consumed hip-hop and urban soul. Sal Cinquemani of Slant Magazine, has been quoted saying that Aaliyah is the " missing link between hip-hop and electronica ".Having sold 8.1 million albums in the United States and over 24 million rec

Matthew Knowles Teaching Course at TSU This Fall

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According to Black Voices Matthew Knowles will be teaching a course on the campus of Texas Southern University this fall. The class is an undergraduate level course,entitled "The Entertainment Industry" through the Tavis Smiley School of Communication. Dr. James Ward, Dean, TSU School of Communication states. " Our goal is to provide these students with such a well-rounded experience that they will graduate on the cutting edge of the entertainment and recording industry. " Good look for Matthew. FYI Matthew, graduated from Fisk University with a double major. Too bad his girls didn't attend college. Judging by the way Beyonce speaks , I doubt she graduated from high school.---I"M JUST SAYING!