Kanye West Is the Latest Artist Accused of Faking It on Stage

Kanye West added himself to the roster of music's most infamous on-stage mishaps Saturday when he failed to nail his performance of "Love Lockdown" on "Saturday Night Live."
To be fair, West's greatest strengths lie in rapping and producing.
"Love Lockdown" and the album from which it hails, "808's and Heartbreak," is West's first foray into singing. But whether by fault of his own or because of his audio equipment, his attempt to serenade "SNL's" audience came off as feeble at best, fueling rumors that he requires a little help in the vocals department.
Ashlee Simpson, Britney Spears, Madonna and Milli Vanilli -- to greater and lesser degrees, they've all been accused of the same thing.
Check out the performances that stirred scandal, and the verdict on whether or not each artist committed what many fans regard as the greatest on-stage sin of all: lip-syncing
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Brandy being Sued

Another lawsuit to leave her brokenhearted.
A man hurt in a 2006 multicar pileup, which involved Brandy and left one person dead, is suing both the songbird and the deceased driver for personal injury and negligence.
Per the complaint, filed Dec. 8 in Los Angeles Superior Court and a copy of which was obtained by E! News, plaintiff Donald Lite alleges he sustained "serious and permanent injuries" as a result of excessive speed on the part of Brandy and Awatef Aboudihaj and their failure to properly maintain a safe distance from each other.
The fatal chain reaction occurred Dec. 30, 2006, at about 10:30 a.m. on the 405 Freeway, when the 28-year-old R&B singer's 2007 Land Rover collided with a vehicle driven by the 38-year-old Aboudihaj, a wife and mother of two. She in turn smashed into a 1989 Toyota Tercel driven by the 82-year-old Lite, while a fourth car broadsided Aboudihaj, who died the following day as the result of major blunt force trauma.
Last year, Los Angeles prosecutors opted not to bring a criminal case against Brandy, whose full name is Brandy Norwood, after finding insufficient evidence that she was at fault.
But that's not stopping Lite from pressing the matter in civil court.
According to the suit, the former Moesha star "failed to keep a proper lookout" and stay far enough away from Aboudihaj to enable her to stop in time to avoid a collision.
"As a direct and proximate result of the negligence, carelessness and recklessness—the plaintiff suffered serious and permanent injuries all of which have caused, and continue to cause pain, suffering and nervousness," read court documents.
Lite's seeking unspecified damages for pain and suffering as well as the cost of medical care and loss of wages, among other claims.
No word yet on a trial date.
A rep for Brandy was unavailable for comment. The erstwhile America's Got Talent judge is already facing three wrongful death lawsuits filed by the relatives of Aboudihaj.

Beyonce thinks being diva not necessary to be role model for girls

American R&B singer Beyonce Knowles apparently believes that being a diva is not necessary to be a role model for girls and young women, for she has her own definition of female beauty.
The 27-year-old superstar says that she feels neither healthy nor sexy when she’s thin.
According to her, the term “bootylicious” is suitable for a woman who is curvy, voluptuous, and possesses a well-shaped and prominent derriere.
“I’m just a pop princess using my butt to save yours,” the ‘Daily Express’ quoted her as saying.
Beyonce, who is married rapper and multi-millionaire music entrepreneur Jay-Z, also understands the difference between a great wedding and a good marriage.
She married Jay-Z, her boyfriend for five years, in a discreet ceremony last spring, which was attended only by their families and closest friends.
“I didn’t want a dramatic wedding. People can sometimes put too much emphasis on the big day but it’s so temporary; it’s gone in a second,” she said.

Toni Braxton's Secret Surgery Revealed & New Music

After Toni Braxton canceled a ton of shows in Vegas due to heart problems, she's been hit with another health scare.
Braxton underwent secret surgery to have a mysterious lump removed from her breast.
She reportedly discovered the lump right before Dancing With the Stars went on air, but she decided to keep the news to herself until she got more tests done.
Luckily, it turned out to be benign and she's recovering just fine. Get well soon Toni!

-This is a rumor not sure how true this story is...

TONI BRAXTON RECORDS NEW ALBUM

Toni Braxton has been off the music scene for a period time and recently showed up on Dancing With the Stars. She's now recording her next album and is set to release the lead single off the as-yet-untitled project, called "Melt."The Dancing star is ready to hit urban radio with a splash with the new song. The sound is different than what she's done. Over the years we've seen her evolve, somehow doing her own thing but releasing music that's still appealing to R&B radio, never compromising her sound."Melt" is put together on a light drum programming, giving the song a steady flow that compliments her smoky vocals more than perfectly. Accompanied by a set of strings, she opens the song with some vocal riffs before singing about being on her own never needing anyone. "Never been the type of woman that needed someone/ I had to do the things myself for it never got done/ Never knew around the corner I'd meet someone/ That I would be totally comfortable sharing my love," she sings about giving in.

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NEW YORK, N.Y. The Simmons Jewelry Company co-owners Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons, along with President Scott Rauch, announce the first creation from its new Green Initiative jewelry collection of conscious jewelry. The line was inspired by a recent fact-finding trip to Botswana and South Africa taken by Russell Simmons and a Simmons Jewelry Co. delegation to see how diamonds were empowering Africans where they are a natural resource. Upon his return, Simmons and Simmons Jewelry Co. announced the formation of the Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F.) and the Green Initiative. The D.E.F. is an international, non-profit organization, with a mission to raise money for educational programs to uplift the people and communities of Africa. The Green Initiative’s mission is to raise funds for the D.E.F.

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With the purchase of the Green Bracelet, which will sell at retail for $125, $20 or more goes back to Africa to support educational programs where diamonds are a natural resource. As of March 1, the Green Bracelet will be available to reserve for purchase at www.simmonsjewelryco.com.

The Green Initiative jewelry collection is a unique combination of modern, traditional and inspirational hip-hop inspired jewelry in stainless steel, green rubber and diamonds. The line features the diamond encrusted Ohm Watch and Ohm pendant, as well as bracelets, pendants, chains and rings priced from $250 - $80,000. Twenty-five percent of the net profits of the Green Initiative jewelry collection will go to the D.E.F. For more information and retail locations where the Green Initiative jewelry collection is available, please visit www.simmonsjewelryco.com.

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Hudson's Estranged Brother-in-Law Denied Bail; Prosecution Offers Motive

A Chicago judge today denied bail to William Balfour, Jennifer Hudson's estranged brother-in-law, whom cops arrested and charged this week with the tragic triple murders of the Oscar winner's family.
And while many theories have been floated since the Oct. 24 shootings, a Cook County prosecutor also offered the first official motive for the alleged crimes: Balfour, the prosecution claims, committed the acts out of anger after learning that his estranged wife—Hudson's sister, Julia—was dating another man.
Yesterday, the 27-year-old was formally charged with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of home invasion and was denied bail today despite his attorney's protests that the case against him was largely circumstantial.
Defense attorney Joshua Kutnick argued to Judge Raymond Myles during this afternoon's hearing that there was neither solid evidence nor eyewitnesses connecting Balfour to the murders of 57-year-old Darnell Donerson, 29-year-old Jason Hudson and 7-year-old Julian King.
The prosecution, for its part, more or less outlined its forthcoming case during the hearing, including disclosing for the first time that gunshot residue was found on the steering wheel of Balfour's car.
Prosecutors also noted that Balfour had contradicted himself numerous times during his grilling by Chicago police, noting that while Balfour initially told investigators he was home at the time of the shootings, his cell phone records indicated that he was actually near the Hudson residence. The city's surveillance cameras also failed to show him at a train station where he had claimed to be earlier in the day.
According to the prosecution, the gun used in the shootings belonged to Hudson's late brother, Jason, but was stolen from his bedroom over the summer. Balfour's girlfriend—while he apparently took umbrage with his estranged wife reconnecting, he seemed to have no problem doing so himself—told police shortly after the shootings that she had seen Balfour with a similar weapon.
It was also asserted during the hearing that in early October, just weeks before the shootings, Balfour had threatened his estranged wife's family with physical harm should she continue to see the other man.
The prosecution also claimed that Balfour, who was spotted with Julia at the Hudson home the morning of the shootings, had gone to the residence that day to issue yet another warning. The duo was seen leaving the Southside home together but in separate cars. Balfour was believed to have returned to the home on his own later in the day.
Kutnick, for his part, continued to maintain his client's innocence. The Hudson family has yet to comment on the proceedings.

Chris Brown & Rihanna Sued

Rihanna and Chris Brown are facing legal action from a photographer who is asking for compensation after he was allegedly beaten and robbed for taking a picture of the rumoured couple.
Luis Santana filed a $1 million lawsuit in Florida on Tuesday claiming bodyguards working for the singers knocked him to the ground and stole his $3,000 camera outside the nightclub where Brown celebrated his 19th birthday in May. Santana claims to have been working outside the Vintage Ultra Lounge in St. Petersburg on 6 May when he snapped a picture of the pair through their limousine window. He says the stars’ employees then assaulted him and took his equipment. Santana’s attorney, Paul Kimsey, claims the photograph which was lost, which allegedly contained proof that Rihanna and Brown are in fact a couple, would have sold for a fortune. The 26-year-old is demanding compensation for the shot and the stolen camera, as well as his own personal injuries and distress, according to The St. Petersburg Times.

Brandy Calls Out Rihanna and Beyonce

Apparently, Ray J’s big sis doesn’t think her colleagues’ wardrobes are “classy” enough. Uh-oh…

Brandy may have been less than forthcoming about her marital status, but when it comes to critiquing others’ wardrobes, she shoots from the hip.
Media Takeout reports that the 29-year-old singer and actress (full name: Brandy Rayana Norwood) took fellow songbirds Beyonce Knowles and Rihanna (born Robyn Rihanna Fenty) to task over their fashion sense during an Us Weekly interview.

Quizzed about her real feelings on her colleagues’ costuming choices, Brandy blurted out, “I love Rihanna’s style and I’ve always loved Beyonce’s style, but my style is classy and simple and fashion forward.”
Come on now, Brandy; no doubt you boast a simple yet elegant style. But do you really want to question Rihanna’s fashion sense? The 20-year-old has a wardrobe appropriate for everything from chopping down trees to checking train passengers’ tickets.

Source: Celeb Buzz

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Ashanti Dancing at Nelly's Black and White Ball in St. Louis 08

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Ashanti gets down to her song "Good Good"

Beyonce & Jay-z Keeping it Strong

Marriage for Beyoncé and Jay-Z can be a "power struggle," according to the singer – especially when both superstars have their own careers and millions of dollars.
"If I didn't respect someone and they didn't have that strength, then I would be bored," the 27-year-old tells Elle in its December issue. "I wouldn't be attracted to them."
The couple, who secretly wed in April, topped Forbes' list of richest couples this year with an estimated worth of $162 million.
As for starting a family with Jay-Z, 39, Knowles told Ellen DeGeneres she definitely wants to have "a couple" of children – but not for a while.
"I'm terrified of having a child," the Cadillac Records actress reveals in Elle. "No way! I'm terrified of delivering a child because I saw my nephew being born. That traumatized me. I'm only 27. I've got time."

Trina at 4th Annual Dirty Awards - November 24, 2008

Trina talks about new album, clothing and perfume releasing next year!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAY-Z

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAY-Z

Ashanti Performs @ The Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

Leona Lewis & Tyrese?

Leona Lewis has been spotted hugging 'Transformers' actor Tyrese Gibson.
The British singer, who has a long-term boyfriend, was seen deep in conversation with Tyrese on the balcony of her California hotel. She then gave him a friendly embrace before heading to the airport to return home.

Leona recently said that she found it lonely when she was recording her first album in Los Angeles.
The 23-year-old star said: "It can be very lonely. Particularly in Los Angeles. When I was making my first album 'Spirit' it was really, really lonely because it was just me and an A and R [Artist and Repertoire] guy."
Leona insists she has no plans to move to the US, saying: "I don't think I'd move permanently. I'm not sure I could permanently uproot myself from the UK - it would be too hard."
Leona is being tipped for her third UK number one with her single 'Run', which is released next Monday (01.12.08). The repackaged version of her debut album 'Spirit' also hit the top spot in the UK album charts last week.
'The X Factor' winner's career has been going from strength to strength in the US, with praise from Justin Timberlake - who she recently performed with at a children's charity concert. Beyonce Knowles has also confessed to being a fan of the star.

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Where is Mya?

According to Mýa's offcial site Mýa is #1 again. She topped the japanese R&B charts with 'Paradise (Remix). Her song 'Shu guy' comes in at #6 while her first official single 'Paradise' is still in the top 10 at #9. Good news! And now let me tell you that Mýa's new album is #11 on iTunes which is great. Downloads are what counts these days.

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Watch Mya's new video 'Paradise' of her new album Sugar & Spice released 12/2 in Japan. You can download the album on iTunes

Keyshia Cole's 2nd Single

Keyshia Cole’s 2nd single “You Complete Me” off her upcoming album A Different Me, which is in stores on December 16th.

Make sure you watch Keyshia and the fam on her hit BET series, “The Way It Is” every Tuesday night at 10 pm EST.

Download Keyshia Cole - You Complete Me

Jay-z & Santogold

Download Jay-Z ft. SANTOGOLD - Brooklyn (We Go Hard)


Ok ppl here is a new Jay-Z track featuring Santi “Santogold” White which was leaked on the web earlier this week. All the Santogold fans might remember the chorus loop from her song “Shove It,” off of her debut self-titled album. Nevertheless, the song is still hot. Not to mention, it was produced by the always eclectic Kanye West.

This is the official first single off the upcoming ‘Notorious’ movie soundtrack and word is a video is coming soon…

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Knowles Sisters Perfom at Tree Lighting

Beyonce Knowles are her sister Solange will both perform in New York on Wednesday at the city's annual tree-lighting ceremony.
The superstar sisters will team up to launch the festive activities at the Rockefeller Center. The annual ceremony will also see performances from stars including Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers, Harry Connick Jr. and Faith Hill. Britney Spears was due to make an appearance at the event, but has instead taped a pre-recorded message, which will be aired during the TV broadcast.
Organizer Bob Holmes says, "This year brings more star power than ever before, for the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree. We couldn't be more proud of all the people who have come together to make this special happen for all the families tuning in."

Beyonce to perform at Essence Fest in New Orleans

Beyonce is the first artist lined up for next year's Essence Music Festival in New Orleans.
Organizers of the festival announced Tuesday the singer has confirmed her participation.
The July event will mark the 15th anniversary of the celebration of black music and culture. The festival will include more than 12 musical acts a day.
The festival had one of its biggest turnouts this year with more than 270,000 attendees. Performers at the last event included Mary J. Blige and LL Cool J.

Designer of the Month – Dime Piece Designs

It’s been over a year since Ashley Jones and Laura Fama dropped DimePiece Designs which is a contemporary street wear brand and an infectious lifestyle as well. DimePiece indentifies with young women as the “boss bitches dipped in sauce.” There designs are not of the ordinary girly captions that were use to which sets DimePiece consumers apart from your regular clothing lines. "We really felt like it was important to portray a positive message and substantial meaning behind the gear itself. It was crucial for us that we created an identity that speaks through its taste and visual communication. We want DimePiece to voice the traits, vibe and personality of the wearer and reinforce the idea that this is a brand advocating a positive representation of today’s young woman." -Ashley Jones.

The main mission behind this brand was to create a positive impact for females to consistently turn heads. DimePiece women are not afraid to make a statement, they are bold, independent, sexy, and go-getter individuals.

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