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Kelis Says Pop Artists Are Not The Best Artists, Talks Believers

Date Added: 11/25/2011 10:33:10 AM | SR Staff | Comments: 2

Kelis has always been the kind of artist who speaks her mind and in the latest issue of Dazed & Confused, this is definitely evident. In the December installment for the magazine’s 20th anniversary celebration, Kelis gave her feeling on who the best artists are, insisting it’s “Not the pop stars.”

“To me the best artists are the people we believe, and so I think those are not the...

Kelis Talks Not Being Perfect and Accepting Her Flaws

Date Added: 6/7/2011 8:22:41 AM | SR Staff | Comments: 1

Since the release of her latest album ‘Flesh Tone,’ Pop/R&B singer Kelis has been fairly quiet in the states. Now on the heels of an album that didn’t perform to par and a divorce from ex-husband Nas, the “Milkshake” hitmaker opens up about her flaws and her decision to accept them so she can succeed in life.

"I've so much life tapped into a short period of time,” Kelis tells Prid...

Kelis Allegedly Leaves Housekeeper Unpaid

Date Added: 1/18/2011 11:21:58 AM | Cola Janneti | Comments: 0

Kelis has be getting some real bad press lately and this lastest next accusation gives another blow to her career. According to TMZ, Kelis’ housekeeper claims she is owed $900 in unpaid wages — and according to sources, there’s one major problem preventing her from seeking justice … she’s an illegal alien.

The maid earned $150 a day for her work … and since she only worked one day a we...

Kelis Hit With Lawsuit For Failing To Pay Talent Agency (Updated With Kelis Statement)

Date Added: 12/21/2010 1:12:37 PM | SR Staff | Comments: 0

It seems that Kelis has been hit with a lawsuit for failing to pay a talent agency for "goods and services" for Kelis' performances on a variety of shows, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, the Today Show and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

The Plaintiff, Drive Talent Inc., filed the lawsuit in the Supreme Court of the State of New York on December 17th, claiming Kelis owes them $11,...

Kelis Screams With New Single, Tour

Date Added: 07/29/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

Despite having a tough time with sales in the U.S., "Flesh Tone" singer Kelis is forging ahead with a new single.

Titled "Scream," the new single features Grammy Award winner David Guetta.

In related news, Kelis has booked a several date European tour, slated to kick off October 1 (see dates below).

As previously reported, "Flesh Tone" was released in the U.S. July 6.

O...

Kelis Talks 'Trouble' With Being Honest, PETA

Date Added: 07/27/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

Kelis may be the subject of many rumors but, one thing the "Flesh Tone" singer admits to is being honest.

Speaking candidly about her disdain for animal rights organization PETA, Kelis says she gets in trouble for being honest all the time.

"The reality is, I get in trouble for stuff I say all the time because I am honest. The reality is there are a lot of causes I do have. This is n...

Chart News: Big Boi's Foot Cracks Top 10, No 'Fireworks' For Kelis On Album Charts

Date Added: 07/14/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 1

Half of Outkast is better than none on this week's Billboard 200 as Big Boi scores the weeks' top debut leaving Kelis and her latest album over 40,000 copies behind.

While Big Boi was unable to top Eminem, who remains atop the albums chart this week with another 200,000 + in sales, he did come in at no.3 with over 59,000 copies of "Sir Lucious Left Foot" sold.

Kelis, fresh off a Eu...

Kelis 'Hated' Music Industry Before Fleshtone

Date Added: 07/03/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 1

Kelis was officially 'done' with the music industry after producing singles like "Blindfold Me" and "Bossy". According to the "Acapella" singer, her next album, "Fleshtone," was inspired by a friend.

Admitting to have been well into her pregnancy when recording music for "Fleshtone," Kelis

Kelis Feels Like 'There Is No Competition'

Date Added: 06/26/10 | By Njai Joszor | Comments: 6

While you might think "Fleshtone" singer Kelis is being arrogant when she says "I don't feel like there is any competition," she has a few interesting points to make beyond the usual comparisons and talk of Rihanna, Lady Gaga and other artists.

"It’s funny, and I don’t know whether that’s arrogance, but I don’t feel like there is any competition," Kelis

Kelis, Robyn Reveal 'All Hearts' Tour Dates

Date Added: 06/03/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

International stars Kelis and Robyn have just revealed tour dates for what is being dubbed the 'All Hearts' tour, a late summer trek set to kick off in July.

Co-headlining in support of their releases "Flesh Tone" and "Body Talk Pt 1," Kelis and Robyn have enlisted the help of UK sensation Dan Black and Far East Movement to kick off the festivities.

The tour kicks off July 23 in Los ...

Kelis Readies 'Fireworks,' Second Single

Date Added: 05/29/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

Kelis has selected the second single to be taken from her anticipated album, "Fleshtone".

A follow up to 'Acapella," Kelis has decided on '4th of July (Fireworks).

Produced by DJ Ammo, the club/dance ready single will soon be made available for download at digital retailers.

In related news, a video for "4th of July" has already been shot. Co-directed by Kelis with Rankin and ...

Nas, Kelis Officially Divorced But, No Custody Order ?

Date Added: 05/25/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

It's official, Hip Hop's at one time power-couple, Nas and Kelis, are divorced !

After months of court dates and public battles over support, both child and spousal, Los Angeles court docs obtained by TMZ say the divorce was finalized Friday.

While the divorce is good news for Kelis, who demanded the divorce be

Kelis Gets 'Pawed' For Fleshtones, Leaves PETA Confused

Date Added: 05/17/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 1

Kelis is known for going at animal rights organization PETA. In just revealed album artwork however, the "Acapella" singer gives new meaning to the word associated with "female dog".

In the photo pictured above, Kelis appears as half dog/half woman, perhaps embracing change, PETA or simply those who have called her a B**tch in years past. Whatever it is, the look is not something you see ...

Nas Tells Kelis I Can't Afford Child, Spousal Support

Date Added: 05/06/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 3

Hip Hop recording star Nas may not end up paying Kelis over $87k worth of support stemming from their divorce after all.

Sources say the "One Mic" star asked the judge presiding over his ongoing divorce case with fellow entertainer Kelis to review his financial records this week....

Kelis Wants Nas Divorce Finalized Now, Not Later

Date Added: 04/20/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

Despite a seeming upgrade each time she visits a courtroom in relation to her ongoing divorce from Nas, "Acapella" singer Kelis is ready for the whole ordeal to come to an end.

According to TMZ, Kelis filed documents last week seeking to have their marriage "terminated as soon as possible".

Citing no chance of reconciliation, Kelis reportedly wants the court to finalize the divorce a...