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Jay-Z expects Beyonce to win music awards |
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Jay-Z expects wife Beyonce Knowles to win music awards – because she’s so 'magnificent'.
The '99 Problems' rapper – whose spouse took home a record-breaking six gongs at the Grammy Awards on Sunday night (31.01.10) – is always confident the 'Halo’ singer will win whenever she is nominated.
He said: 'It’s almost got to a point where you just, you know, you’re almost numb to it because she’s so magnificent every single time." |
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Author neshto 2 Feb 2010 Comments: (56), Read more... >> |
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Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Eminem and Bono la down vocals |
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Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Eminem and Bono are among stars who have recorded vocals for charity single 'We Are the World’.
The song, originally a hit in 1985 for an all-star line-up led by its writers Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, was re-recorded by some of the world’s biggest stars including Jay-Z, Barbara Streisand, Pink, Celine Dion and Jennifer Hudson to raise money for earthquake-stricken Haiti.
Natalie Cole, Justin Bieber, Usher, Wyclef Jean, Josh Groban and the Jonas Brothers were also included in the line-up, which totalled over 75 artists at final count.
Producer Quincy Jones, who was also behind the 1985 version of the song, said: 'It’s the 25th anniversary and it’s perfect timing. It’s not an accident, man. That’s God. |
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Author neshto 2 Feb 2010 Comments: (61), Read more... >> |
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Jackson kids accept award at Grammys |
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Michael Jackson's eldest two children accepted a lifetime achievement award on behalf of their late father at last night's Grammys (31.01.10).
Prince Michael, 12, and 11-year-old Paris received a standing ovation as they took to the stage at Los Angeles' Staples Center - where their dad's public memorial was held last July - to collect the honour and then paid an emotional tribute to him.
Prince said: "We are proud to be here to accept this award on behalf of our father, Michael Jackson. |
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Author neshto 1 Feb 2010 Comments: (52), Read more... >> |
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Michael Jackson's kids may perform at Grammy Awards |
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Michael Jackson's children could perform at the Grammy Awards.
Katherine Jackson – who is now the legal guardian of Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael II, seven – is reportedly in talks with organisers about whether the kids could sing one of their father’s songs at the ceremony at Los Angeles’ Staples Centre on Sunday night (31.01.10).
A source said: "Michael first unveiled his legendary moonwalk at the Grammys, so it's only right they all go out with a tribute." |
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Author neshto 28 Jan 2010 Comments: (34), Read more... >> |
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Jackson to perform at Grammys |
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Michael Jackson is to perform from beyond the grave in a 3-D tribute at the Grammy Awards.
Some of the world's biggest stars - including Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, Smokey Robinson and Usher - will take to the stage next Sunday (31.01.10) to sing alongside a high-tech video of the late King of Pop's 'Earth Song', a segment which was going to be an integral part of his 'This Is It' London residency.
Ken Ehrlich, Grammy co-executive producer and friend of Michael's, said: "It was one of the most important portions of the concert tour to Michael, and when Michael saw the film for the first time at his last rehearsal, there were tears in his eyes." |
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Author neshto 21 Jan 2010 Comments: (31), Read more... >> |
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50 Cent is planning to make Jamelia 'the first lady of G-Unit' |
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The 'Candy Shop’ rapper – otherwise known as Curtis James Jackson III – hit it off with the British singer at the premiere of his movie 'Dead Man Running’ in London last October, and has pledged to help her launch her career in the US by signing her up to his record label.
A source close to the hip-hops star said: 'He thinks she is sexy, talented and has the right personality and talent to be huge in America.
'He wants to make her the new first lady of G-Unit, as it has no female artists.'
Jamelia recently revealed she had flown out to the US to work on her new album. |
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Author neshto 5 Jan 2010 Comments: (44), Read more... >> |
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Usher's wife shocked at divorce |
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USHER's wife was reportedly left surprised when the singer filed for divorce.
Tameka Foster told friend that they were blissfully happy just days before he filed seperation papers.
The Yeah! hitmaker, 30, filed for divorce in his native Atlanta, Georgia last month, and revealed that he had been living apart from his wife since July last year.
The documents stated there was "no reasonable hope of reconciliation".
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Author neshto 1 Jul 2009 Comments: (8), Read more... >> |
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Madonna leads Jackson tributes |
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Madonna, who is the same age as the King of Pop, was among the first of a growing list of musicians who paid their respects to the icon.
She said she hadn't stopped crying since she heard the news, and added: 'The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever. My heart goes out to his three children and other members of his family. God bless."
Britney Spears said she had been excited about seeing him perform at London's O2 this summer.TRIBUTES have been pouring in throughout the night for Michael Jackson, who has died at the age of 50. |
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Author neshto 26 Jun 2009 Comments: (11), Read more... >> |
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Usher files for divorce |
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Usher is reportedly getting divorced.
The R'n'B star is said to have been living apart from his wife Tameka Foster - with who he has two children, 18-month-old Raymond V and six-month-old Naviyd Ely - for around a year, and divorce papers were reportedly filed in Atlanta yesterday (11.06.09).
A source said: "They haven't lived together for nearly a year after almost two years of marriage. Usher's primary concern is for his children. He is a great father and just wants to do what is right for them." |
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Author neshto 12 Jun 2009 Comments: (8), Read more... >> |
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Usher reveals new album details |
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USHER has announced that his new album will be called Monster.
The R&B star has been recording his sixth studio album, the follow-up to 2008's Here I Stand in Las Vegas and Atlanta with Janet Jackson's partner Jermain Dupri.
It is due for release this autumn on Jive Records.
The singer also confirmed, via his Twitter blog, that he has filmed a cameo alongside Ashton Kutcher and Katherine Heigl in the upcoming Robert Luketic-helmed thriller Five Killers.
He wrote: "Here on the set of Five Killers. I'm headed in now for my first scene with Ashton and Katherine."
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Author neshto 21 May 2009 Comments: (7), Read more... >> |
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Usher's wife suffers cardiac arrest during liposuction |
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Usher's wife reportedly suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest during a liposuction operation.
Tameka Foster was due to undergo the cosmetic surgery at Sirio-Libanes Hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Friday (06.02.09) but fell seriously ill when she was being anesthetised for the procedure. She was then induced into a coma for 24 hours, and is now said to be recovering.
A spokesman for the hospital refused to comment on the allegations published by Brazilian news website G1, saying: "The family has demanded total privacy. The hospital is barred from giving any information." |
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Author neshto 12 Feb 2009 Comments: (10), Read more... >> |
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Beyonce refuses to walk to her car |
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Beyonce Knowles reportedly refused to walk to her car in the cold after rehearsing for US President Barack Obama's pre-inauguration concert.
The 'If I Were A Boy' singer was furious when she was told she would have to make her own way to her car four blocks away as the surrounding streets had been shut amid heightened security before the event.
Police refused to bow to her demands, but the US Secret Service eventually decided to allow her driver to come and pick her up.
A host of celebrities converged on Washington's Capitol Hill yesterday (20.01.09) to watch the historic day which saw the first African-American President sworn in.
Beyonce was joined by her husband Jay-Z, while P. Diddy was also spotted in the near two-million strong crowd. |
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Author neshto 21 Jan 2009 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Enrique Iglesias new single |
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For the last decade Enrique Iglesias’ Latin-flavoured pop has carved its way into the hearts of music fans across the globe. In the UK alone the Madrid-born and Miami-raised star has sold 2.2 million albums and 1.6m singles, the biggest of which – in inimitable 'Hero’ – is still doing sterling service as a backing track to teary X Factor scenes.
Enrique’s worldwide album sales currently total over 41 million, making him not only one of the biggest-selling Spanish artists of all time but an international superstar in his own right.For the last decade Enrique Iglesias’ Latin-flavoured pop has carved its way into the hearts of music fans across the globe. In the UK alone the Madrid-born and Miami-raised star has sold 2.2 million albums and 1.6m singles, the biggest of which – in inimitable 'Hero’ – is still doing sterling service as a backing track to teary X Factor scenes. |
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Author neshto 20 Nov 2008 Comments: (68), Read more... >> |
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Usher Mulling 'Worldwide' Album |
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Usher plans to make his next album a "worldwide entertainment experience."
The singer, who launches his One Night Stand Ladies Only tour on Sunday in Atlantic City, N.J., told Billboard.com during a conference call that his follow up to this year's platinum "Here I Stand" will be "all about adapting new musical styles in creating a unique blend between what I know works here in America and what I know will be appreciated worldwide. I may go to France and do some work. I may go to London ... Japan.
"There's tons of artists I want to work with abroad. I can't give you specific (names) but I am interested in working with artists who are out of the range I'm accustomed to. I want to try new things." |
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Author neshto 27 Oct 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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Enrique Iglesias Greatest Hits |
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For the last decade Enrique Iglesias’ Latin-flavoured pop has carved its way into the hearts of music fans across the globe. In the UK alone the Madrid-born and Miami-raised star has sold 2.2 million albums and 1.6m singles, the biggest of which – in inimitable 'Hero’ – is still doing sterling service as a backing track to teary X Factor scenes.
Enrique’s worldwide album sales currently total over 41 million, making him not only one of the biggest-selling Spanish artists of all time but an international superstar in his own right. |
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Author neshto 25 Oct 2008 Comments: (8), Read more... >> |
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Alicia Keys tops American Music Awards nominations |
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Alicia Keys has been nominated for five accolades at the American Music Awards.
The 'No One’ singer will battle Coldplay, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown and the Eagles for the prestigious Artist of the Year award at the ceremony to be held in Los Angeles on November 23.
Alicia has also been nominated in the Female Artist and Album categories in the Pop/Rock section and Female Artist and Album in the Soul/Rhythm and Blues section.
As well as competing against Alicia in the Artist of the Year category and the Pop/Rock Album section, British band Coldplay – who received worldwide acclaim for their latest LP 'Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends' - will battle the Foo Fighters and Linkin Park for Alternative Rock Artist and the Eagles and Daughtry in the Pop/Rock Band, duo or group category. |
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Author neshto 15 Oct 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson reunite to record |
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Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson are reuniting to record a song.
The pair fell out when recording sessions for a proposed James Bond theme went sour – which resulted in Jack White and Alicia Keys providing the opening music to 'Quantum of Solace’ – but have since settled their differences and are planning to record a track for a tribute album to Michael Jackson producer Quincy Jones.
A source said: 'It’s going to be explosive stuff. Amy first met Quincy backstage at the Nelson Mandela show in Hyde Park in June. |
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Author neshto 3 Oct 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Lemar returns with new single and album |
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Marking a new chapter in his music career, Lemar, is set to release his fourth studio album The Reason and the lead single If She Knew this November.
Almost 5 years ago, Lemar released his debut album Dedicated, ushering in a new exciting juncture in UK soul music. Since then, Lemar has become the most successful black British soul artist of our time, commandeering the UK’s radio airwaves with the hit singles 50/50, Dance (With U), If There’s Any Justice and Its Not That Easy. With 3 top ten UK albums, Lemar has sold well over 2 million albums, and most notably been awarded 2 MOBO Awards and 2 BRIT Awards. |
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Author neshto 6 Sep 2008 Comments: (75), Read more... >> |
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Usher plans 'ladies only' tour |
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Usher is planning a 'ladies only' tour to promote his new record 'Here I Stand’.
The 29-year-old singer – who has a son with wife Tameka Foster – is keen to showcase his talent to an entirely female audience, who will appreciate his performance more.
He said: 'There are only a few artists that can pull that off. I feel like I've had such a connection with my audience. This album, I felt, was definitely the type that was more intimate. |
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Author neshto 3 Sep 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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Usher gets mum back on payroll |
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Usher has re-hired his mother just over a year after he fired her.
The 'Love In This Club’ singer – who ditched his manager mom Jonetta Patton in May 2007 - has now employed her for a second time in a bid to kickstart the success of his latest record 'Here I Stand’.
The pair released a statement saying: 'Usher has dissolved his management arrangement with Benny Medina and has re-engaged Jonetta Patton as his manager.' |
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Author neshto 7 Aug 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Diddy, Usher and Jermaine Dupri Caught in Club Shooting |
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Usher and Jermaine Dupri ran for their lives after a party thrown by the So So Def label founder in Atlanta, Georgia was disrupted by gunshots.
Dupri was hosting an event at Club Dream on Friday night, August 1, with stars including rap mogul Combs, singer Usher and actors Gabrielle Union and Larenz Tate in attendance. |
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Author neshto 1 Aug 2008 Comments: (9), Read more... >> |
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Jay-Z demands watermelon breasts |
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Jay-Z demanded a watermelon carved in the shape of wife Beyonce Knowles' bust during his stay in Africa.
The rapper wanted the bizarre sculpture to be displayed in his £2,500-a-night hotel room where he was staying ahead of his performance at the THISDAY Festival in Nigeria on Friday (11.07.08).
A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "One giant watermelon was split in two and ornately carved into a mould of Beyonce's breasts. Two cherries were used as nipples." |
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Author neshto 14 Jul 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Usher the role model |
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Usher wants to be a good role model for his baby son.
The 'Love in This Club' singer - who has a nine-month-old boy Usher Raymond V with wife Tameka - says he is taking the responsibilities of fatherhood very seriously.
He said: "Now I represent what he is to become. He's going to admire me, he's going to look up to me. He's going to say, 'I want to be' - or he should say - 'I want to be like my father. I want to be a man of valour. I want to possess what my father has as a man.' " |
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Author neshto 10 Jul 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Jay-Z, Usher and Mary J Blige confirm Africa Rising Festival |
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THISDAY, Africa's leading media source is set to revolutionise the way awareness is raised for African issues through its annual star-studded THISDAY Festival.
This year's Festival themed 'Africa Rising' will focus on finding "sustainable solutions" rather than the "problems" facing Africa.
Following the overwhelming success of the festival now in its third year, Nigerian media mogul Nduka Obaigbena is taking his brain-child cross-continent with scheduled events in Abuja (THISDAY Dome, July 11th) Lagos (THISDAY Center, July 13th), Washington DC (Kennedy Center, August 1st) and London (Royal Albert Hall October 14th). |
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Author neshto 27 Jun 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Janet Jackson set to star in reality show |
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Janet Jackson is set to star in a new MTV reality show.
The 'Together Again’ singer will mentor a group of aspiring singers and dancers in the as-yet-untitled project, which will be filmed before Janet starts her world tour later this year.
A producer for the show said: 'It's really about finding who's the next Janet Jackson or Justin Timberlake or Usher. |
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Author neshto 22 Jun 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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Ne-Yo’s tops the Shazam Chart |
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With more than one million tracks iD’d each week by Shazam users; the world’s leading mobile to web music services provider, Shazam unveils a weekly UK Top 40 iD Chart - a strong indicator of future hit singles.
Ne-Yo’s new single Closer climbs to the top of the ShazamiD chart after featuring highly for several weeks. The song is certain to be a hit on its 30th June release after being iD’d by thousands of Shazam users across the country more than a month ahead of it’s official release. |
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Author neshto 27 May 2008 Comments: (7), Read more... >> |
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Usher files for separation |
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Gossip website theyoungblackandfabulous.com claim: 'Extremely reliable sources close to Mr. Raymond himself have confirmed to us that Usher has indeed filed for separation from his wife of only nine months Tameka Raymond.The 'Love in This Club’ singer - who has been married to Tameka for nine months - is said to have filed official papers three weeks ago, but is unsure whether to make a public announcement or let the news 'leak' out. |
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Author neshto 25 May 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Usher to play Indigo2 |
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Accompanied by a full band, Usher will perform for an energy packed 80 minutes showcasing tracks from his eagerly anticipated album 'Here I Stand’ including the international smash 'Love In This Club’ plus a selection of his classic hits.
Charlatans 'You Cross My Path' |
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Author neshto 13 May 2008 Comments: (6), Read more... >> |
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Madonna's success down to to Pharrell |
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Madonna owes the success of her new album to Pharrell Williams' lucky Mickey Mouse slippers.
The '4 Minutes' singer doesn't believe she would have made the same album if producer Pharrell hadn't worn his unusual footwear.
She said: "Pharrell had these lucky charms, including his Mickey Mouse slippers. He said he couldn't work without them!" |
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Author neshto 11 May 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Usher to work with Michael Buble |
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Usher wants to work with Michael Buble.
The R'n’B star is desperate to team up with the Canadian jazz artist on his new album 'Here I Stand’ and has even written a song for them to perform together.
He said: 'I would love to perform my track 'Forever Young’ with Michael Buble. I actually wrote that song with the intention of him and me doing it together.' The 'Love in This Club’ singer is also keen to collaborate with US singer-songwriter John Mayer. |
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Author neshto 30 Apr 2008 Comments: (6), Read more... >> |
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Madonna scores 13th number 1 |
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Madonna has removed Estelle and Kanye West off the top of the UK singles chart to hit her 13th number one.
'4 Minutes', her duet with Justin Timberlake, has become her first number 1 since 2006's 'Sorry'.
She joins an exclusive premiership of talent with only Elvis Presley (21 number ones), The Beatles (17), Westlife (14) and Cliff Richard (14) having hit the top spot more times. |
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Author neshto 21 Apr 2008 Comments: (5), Read more... >> |
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Second Lil Mama Hit Ushers In New Album |
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Having scored a second big hit without the benefit of an album, teenage rapper Lil Mama's debut finally has a release date. "VYP -- Voice of the Young People" will arrive April 29 via Jive.
The set has already spawned the No. 10 Hot 100 hit "Lip Gloss" and this week, second single "Shawty Get Loose" featuring Chris Brown and T-Pain exploded 92-19, the biggest gain on the tally this year. |
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Author neshto 23 Mar 2008 Comments: (3), Read more... >> |
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Usher holds on to US No.1 spot |
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Usher is U.S. N.1 for a third week.
"Love In This Club," which features Young Jeezy, has topped the Billboard Hot 100 for the whole of March.
Chris Brown's "With You," Flo Rida's "Low," Sara Bareilles' "Love Song" and "Don't Stop The Music" by Rihanna fill the other top 5 spots.
Leona Lewis' appearance on Oprah has helped to her first US top 10 hit as Bleeding Love shot up the charts from 21 to eight.
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Author neshto 22 Mar 2008 Comments: (6), Read more... >> |
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Usher reveals new album |
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Usher's next album will be called 'Here I Stand'.
The new album will be the 5th studio album from the R 'n' B star and his first since the multiplatinum 2004 release 'Confessions'.
In between albums, Usher was last heard on 2007's R. Kelly album 'Double Up'. He also featured on Omarion's remix of 'Ice Box'.
He has also become quite the entrepreneur in recent years, launching his fragrance, becoming a part owner of the Clevland Cavaliers basketball team and founding the New Look Foundation, a charity for teens to learn about the music business.
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Author neshto 10 Mar 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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Ushers father dies |
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Usher's father has died.
Minister Usher "Urkie" Raymond III passed away at an Atlanta hospital on Friday (18.01.08), aged just 52.
The cause of death has not been revealed. He was a member of Greater Friendship Primitive Baptist Church. The funeral will take place at 1pm tomorrow.. |
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Author neshto 23 Jan 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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50 Cent named in steroid trafficking probe |
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50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, Timbaland and Wyclef Jean have all been named in an investigation into illegal steroid trafficking.
Though none of the artists are involved in the criminal probe, they have all allegedly been supplied with performance enhancing drugs in an attempt to stay young looking.
An Albany-based investigation claims Florida doctor Gary Bandwein allegedly shipped steroids and human growth hormone (HGH) to Long Island chiropractor Michael Diamond. |
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Author neshto 17 Jan 2008 Comments: (4), Read more... >> |
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Usher Plans To Drop New Disc In Early '08, Michael Jackson Collabo In The Works |
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R&B superstar Usher Raymond recently spoke up about his new role as a husband and father as well as his next album, which may feature a special guest appearance from the "King of Pop" himself, Michael Jackson.
In a recent interview with the Atlanta ... |
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Author neshto 30 Dec 2007 Comments: (6), Read more... >> |
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Wu-Tang Clan, Beanie Sigel, The-Dream & Bow Wow & Omarion ''Face Off'' In SoundScan Battle |
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Hip-Hop and R&B fans will have a couple of choices to make today (Dec. 11) with the hard-hitting Wu-Tang, Beanie Sigel and Birdman albums dropping alongside the smoothed out debut from The-Dream, while Bow Wow and Omarion are teaming up to give the people a little bit of both.
The rapper and R&B star got together on their debut collabo Face Off, available to the people today.
The two had to gang up on the label and "bust Sony over the head" to get the money they needed for a few quality videos, according to Bow Wow, but the rapper says both are happy with the result. |
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Author neshto 11 Dec 2007 Comments: (6), Read more... >> |
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Usher's wife has baby boy |
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Usher's wife has given birth to the couple's first child.
The singer's wife Tameka Foster delivered the 7lb 9oz boy, named Usher Raymond V, at 9.30pm on Monday (26.11.07) in Atlanta, Georgia.
The overjoyed couple said: "We are so happy and proud of our beautiful son. What a blessing!"
Usher, 29, and 36-year-old Tameka married in a secret ceremony in Atlanta on August 3. |
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Author neshto 28 Nov 2007 Comments: (88), Read more... >> |
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