The first show Kanye West's highly anticipated "Glow in the Dark Tour" opens today at the Key Arena in Seattle. "This is the end of the world as we know it," West wrote on his blog www.kanyeuniversecity.com. In addition to the "Louis Vuitton Don," other performers include pop princess Rihanna, hip-hop wiz kid Lupe Fiasco and the newly reunited alt-rap/rock boys from N.E.R.D. (Pharrell, Chad Hugo and Shae).
Mariah Carey's career was once thought to be over with disasters such as Glitter and a mental breakdown. Some thought Carey could never rehash the success of the past; that was disproved with her last studio release Emancipation of Mimi, with hits such as "We Belong Together.
Thursday, April 24 2008 a federal judge sentenced actor Wesley Snipes to three years in prison and an additional year of probation for all three counts of willfully failing to file tax returns.. It was reported that Snipes had owed Internal Revenue Services $ 17 million in back taxes.
Producers Dr. Dre, Kanye West, and Timberland have made notable transitions from behind the boards to the microphone, so what makes Arkane so different? Contrasting much of the music industry, Arkane does not accept the "rapper" or "producer-turned-rapper" titles, because he's an artist, a creator, and proudly asserts the difference.
The backdrop was adorned with three great men, each with a single word written on them: Dalai Lama with the word "waiting," Mahatma Gandhi with the word "watching" and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the word "dreaming." In front of them stood Omekongo Dibinga doing what he loves to do most: reciting his poetry.
Thirteen awards are up for grabs in several different categories tomorrow at the 19th Annual Paul Robeson Awards sponsored by Howard University's Department of Radio, Television and Film. The awards include best producer, best documentary, best cinematography and best actor.
Creme Cafe and Lounge is one of the newest hotspots on U Street. The restaurant is small and quaint with gold walls and gold antique mirrors that accent the place giving it a serene ambiance. The furniture is cream and cozy which gives off a modern flair along with the vanilla colored orchids that hang along each table setting.
There are a vast number of issues surrounding black communities. These issues affect relationships, communities, the church, and life itself. Author Victoria Christopher Murray finds a way to integrate these issues into novels that leave an impact on its readers.
Popularized by hip-hop icons in the 1990s, Timberland boots were once a staple in urban fashion. But when the company that makes the boots announced recently that it was closing some four dozen stores, Timberland wearers were not surprised or disappointed.
When you hear someone mention a strong artist, typically you think of your favorite singer or rapper who is a current hit on the charts. In the Washington, D.C metropolitan area, Johnnie Bess is an up and coming artist, but you won't see him in any music video anytime soon.
Flashing lights and major media outlets awaited the music industry's finest on the red carpet of the 50th Annual Grammy Awards. Many of the lights met designer suits, dresses and shoes. However, Grammy-nominated rapper Nas opted against debonair, sporting a black T-shirt displaying the name of his upcoming album and arguably the most controversial word in U.
Alicia Keys, the talented Grammy-Award winning songstress, graces the May, 2008, cover of Blender magazine. One of the more original and talented artist in recent memory, Keys has always raised eyebrows. However, on this occasion it's not for another spectacular performance, but her conspiracy theories.
It began with her sultry voice crooning "No One." The beat penetrated to your heart and you sang along, thinking about whoever your love may be. "As I Am," the highly anticipated third album from R&B artist Alicia Keys, has been in heavy rotation on radio stations worldwide. The album of 14 tracks certainly shows the growth and maturity of such a talented musician.
Prom Night, Street Kings, and 21 were the top three films in the box office this past weekend. Prom Night grossed a weekend's best $21 million. The 1980 remake film slashed receipts at the box office, but critics didnt find the remake to live up to the original.
"Fashion Freedom! Fashion Freedom! Fashion Freedom!" yelled Christine Brooks-Cropper, president and CEO of the Washington DC Fashion Council. As the sun scorched down on fashion freedom fighters gathered recently at Freedom Plaza, spirits ran high for the support of Bill No. 17-173, which would establish a Commission on Fashion Arts and Events to make Washington a fashion center like New York, Paris or Milan.
Throughout the greater metropolitan area, fans flocked to barber and beauty shops to make sure their Gumby high-top fades and the blonde bobs reminiscent of TLC's Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins were "fresh-to-def." Gold rope chains gleamed, Cross Colours shirts were pressed and everyone was in high spirits for the New Jack Swing Reunion Tour on Friday, Nov. 9, at the Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Md. Headliners were to include Guy, K-Ci & JoJo, Bobby Brown and Tony Toni Tone. * Read review. * See footage of the New Jack Swing era.