When Ne-Yo penned his 2004 debut "In My Own Words" he sung “So Sick,” “When Your Mad” and “Let Me Get This Right,” songs he seemingly repeated in 2008, except this time they weren’t songs. In 2008 Ne-Yo’s words hit Yung Berg, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, Rihanna, R. Kelly, and others while also steaming up the charts with “Closer,” “Miss Independent,” and Jennifer Hudson’s “Spotlight”.
Solange Knowles raised eyebrows with her new album "Solange Knowles & The Hadley Street Dreams". Hitting during the summer of 2008, Solange's effort, unlike her debut, gained mainstream attention for its inventive sound, look and uniqueness in comparison to her sister Beyonce's image with the singles like "I Decided".
It was however, Solange's interview with Fox news in the fall that ca ...Read
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While people were surprised with Aretha Franklin’s disdain for Beyonce calling Tina Turner the Queen at the 2008 Grammy Awards, those who are all too familiar with the Queen of Soul know Aretha is Aretha’s favorite singer.
In 2001, Franklin appeared on VH1's Divas Live Special, when asked who her favorite singer was the Queen of Soul responded “I am”. Therefore in 2008 it should come as no ...Read
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R&B singer Lyfe Jennings
was arrested in Georgia in October after police said he
fired a gun in the air and attempted to evade arrest by leading them on
a high-speed car chase.
Known for popular singles like "NeverNeverLand" and "Hypothetically," Lyfe Jennings was booked on misdemeanor charges of
criminal trespass, discharging a firearm near a public highway and
refusal to take ...Read
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Kanye West turned the tables on the paparazzi in 2008, not once, but twice, leaving cameras damaged, airport security in the news, and millions gawking at the videos.
In the last two years everyone from Gary Dourdan to Halle Berry has had run-ins with paparazzi who have become more than eager to climb over bushes, fences and whatever else is necessary to get that high priced photo or video. ...Read
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Just months before his now historic trial, R. Kelly came under fire for an alleged relationship with his publicist's nearly legal daughter.
After a surprising departure in 2007, Kelly's long-time publicist and her husband George Daniels came forward with the shocking news that Kelly had an affair with their daughter.
Already facing 'child pornography' charges, the Daniel's said Ke ...Read
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Never in a million years would we have expected Justin Timberlake to don a leotard and pumps for a rendition of Beyonce’s 2008 smash “Single Ladies,” but that’s just what we got in November.
Pushing the envelope and stretching the stitching on his leotard Justin Timberlake just about caused a national, scratch that, international laugh fest for a day on Saturday Night Live. Even Beyonce was ...Read
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Chris Brown has clearly taken notes from his elders and is focused on getting his money right before two stepping down to the club.
In 2008 Chris Brown raked up a serious amount of portfolio pieces including a designer hat deal; a three picture deal with Screen Gems; and the launch of his own label -- but that just scratches the surface.Read
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While we were busy singing his hit singles “Closer” and “Miss Independent,” Ne-Yo was busy getting closer to the big screen.
Putting his money where his mouth is, Ne-Yo surprisingly announced ‘Venice Beach,’ a film he’ll not only star in, but a film he’ll write the soundtrack for and executive produce. Instead of relying on a major studio, Ne-Yo put his own team together. In fact, he ...Read
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Known as one of music’s most valuable players, songwriter/producer Bryan Michael Cox stepped away from the studio for several projects in 2008.
After penning some of the year's top hits including Mariah Carey’s “I Stay In Love,” Cox stepped up to plate as executive producer of Monica’s upcoming album “Lessons Learned.” Speaking with Singersroom about the experience Cox said “It’s been an ...Read
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