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AEG Announces Details of July 7th Michael Jackson Memorial Service
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posted on Jul 3, 2009
Details of the public memorial service celebrating the
life of Michael Jackson, The King of Pop were announced during a press
conference this morning. The service will be held at 10am on
Tuesday, July 7th at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, CA.
Drake signs with Lil Wayne's Young Money Label
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posted on Jul 1, 2009
After weeks of
speculation and one of the biggest bidding wars ever, Toronto-born
rapper (and former "Degrassi" star), Drake (real name: Aubrey Drake
Graham), officially signed
to Lil Wayne's Young Money with distribution through Universal
Republic. His debut album, "Thank
Me Later," with reported collaborations with Kanye West, Lil Wayne
and Jay-Z, is slated for a late 2009 release.
VIBE Magazine Shuts Down
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posted on Jul 1, 2009
Vibe Magazine, one of the nation's leading popular music magazines, folded yesterday after 16 years. The announcement was made by Steve Aaron, Vibe Media Group's former CEO. "It is with a
heavy heart that I share some tough news, VMG is closing down effective
today, 30 June," Steve Aaron, former CEO of the Vibe Media Group told staffers.
Rappers MC Lyte and David Banner help KFC Search for the next "Hitmaker"
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posted on Jul 1, 2009
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Lyricist MC Lyte and chart topper David Banner will help Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) search for the next hot musician in this year's "Hitmaker" song contest, now in its third year. All aspiring musicians are invited to submit their hottest beats to win national exposure and prizes as part of KFC's Pride 360 program. The grand prize winner will receive a "Hitmaker" recording studio and a chance to be one of 12 artists featured on the Pride 360 CD.
Tyler Perry, Viola Davis and Taraji P. Henson Invited to Join the Academy
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posted on Jul 1, 2009
Tyler Perry, Viola Davis and Taraji P. Henson are among the 134 new artists and executives who have been extended invitations to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences.
TV One to Rebroadcast Michael Jackson:30th Anniversary Celebration
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posted on Jul 1, 2009
On Thursday, July 2, TV One will continue its tribute to the late "King of Pop" Michael Jackson with a night of special programming.
BET Awards a Ratings Juggernaut Amidst Criticism
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posted on Jun 30, 2009
The live premiere of the BET Awards '09 on Sunday, June 28, drew 10.65
Million Total Viewers - the #1 cable telecast year-to-date and BET's
biggest audience ever (NMR, Live + Same Day, 6/28). Coupled with strong ratings has come strong criticism.
Sandra "Pepa" Denton and Chilli Top The List of New VH1 Series With The Yet-To-Be Titled "Pepa" and "Chilli" Projects
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posted on Jun 30, 2009
VH1 has teamed up with Sandra "Pepa"
Denton of Salt n Pepa and Chilli from TLC - giving each pioneering
hip-hop artist her own series revolving around their current lives as
single women. The yet-to-be titled "Pepa" and "Chilli" series will
premiere on VH1 in 2010. (Pictured: Chili)
ASCAP'S 22nd Annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards Honor Top Songwriters and Publishers of 2008; ASCAP Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson
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posted on Jun 30, 2009
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP)
hosted its 22nd Annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on Friday, June
26 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, CA. The star-studded
event, which was attended by over 650 leading songwriters, recording
artists and music industry notables, paid special tribute to Smokey
Robinson and Alicia Keys, and honored the songwriters and publishers of
the most performed ASCAP songs on the 2008 R&B/Hip-Hop, Rap and
Gospel charts.
Michael Jackson Death Revives Interest in Pop Star
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posted on Jun 30, 2009
As the entertainment community and the rest of the world continue to
reel over the sudden and unexpected death of "King of Pop" Michael
Jackson, the singer's undeniable mystique continues to ripple across
the public consciousness.
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