Posts Tagged ‘2012’
Anti-Obama film creator Dinesh D’Souza indicted for election fraud
Extreme conservative political commentator Dinesh D’Souza was indicted for campaign fraud in connection with various Republican elections. D’Souza is best known for the political film 2016: Obama’s America. In the film he portrays President Obama as an angry black man raised abroad as an anti-colonialist. The film grossed $33.45 million and was regarded as very partisan and…
Read MoreM.I.A. secretly sued by the NFL for $1.5 million?
Rapper M.I.A. is facing legal fallout from her infamous middle-finger during the 2012 Super Bowl halftime show, in which she performed with pop icon Madonna and hip-hop star Nicki Minaj. According to the Hollywood reporter, the NFL has been pursuing legal action against the Sri Lankan star for months and is continuing to seek $1.5 million from M.I.A. due to her gesture.
Read MoreBest hip-hop songs of 2012
In 2012, the usual suspects Kanye West, Rick Ross and Drake all released or were a part of the top songs of the year. Newcomers such as Kendrick Lamar, Chief Keef and Trinidad James also made an impact in music. Click continue to view the best hip-hop songs of 2012.
Read MoreTop 5 hairstyles men hated in 2012
5 Hairstyles to leave behind when we enter 2013.
Read MoreNicki Minaj, Wiz Khalifa and more underachievers: 2012’s most disappointing albums
Overhyped debuts. Ridiculous side projects. One novelty act that just should’ve stayed in 2011. There were a lot of albums in 2012 that just missed the mark.
Read MoreLecrae, Mary Mary and Monica: the 10 best gospel songs of 2012
2012 was a banner year in gospel, with a wide variety of artists topping the charts and providing an inspirational backdrop in a year full of tragic mass shootings, natural disasters and the emotionally-draining mudslinging of election year politics.
Read MoreFrom Killer Mike to Schoolboy Q: the 10 best indie hip-hop albums of 2012
Here are ten of the best indie hip hop releases from 2012, ranging from offbeat and quirky, to dark, to socially-aware—the DIY rhymers made major-level noise this year.
Read MoreDumbest criminals of 2012
“Call Batman–Spider-Man just robbed me!” –Victim.
Read MoreThe 10 biggest musical stories of 2012
Every year, the world of music is filled with tragedy and triumph. Here are the ten most unforgettable music-related stories from 2012.
Read MoreRihanna and Chris Brown spend Christmas together
Stars are sharing their holidays with fans.
Read MoreFrank Ocean, Elle Varner and … SWV?! The 10 best R&B albums of 2012
2012 was the year mainstream R&B became interesting again. Here are the 10 BEST R&B albums of 2012 in urban contemporary/hip hop soul/neo soul.
Read MoreFrom ‘The Bodyguard’ to ‘The Chronic,’ 10 classic albums that turned 20 in 2012
Some landmark albums turned 20 this past year, so at the risk of making some people feel really old and some others feel really young, here are 10 classic albums that crossed the two-decade mark in 2012
Read Morev: VH1 Divas: Jordin Sparks, Melanie Fiona, and Ledisi perform ‘A Tribute to Whitney Houston’
Happy Birthday, Nicki Minaj! 10 reasons you hated her this year
In celebration of Nicki Minaj turning the big 3-0 today, we decided to point out 10 ways that she dominated pop culture this year.
Read MoreTop 5 Haunted Houses in Atlanta
In the spirit of Halloween, thousands of people drag their families and friends to the scariest haunted houses in town. As the years go on, the houses get bigger, scarier, and more interactive. If you’re in Atlanta, take a look at the top five haunted houses to give you the biggest scare of the…
Read More‘Steel Magnolias’ Actress and Singer Jill Scott’s Natural Hair Time Line
Jill Scott will test out her acting chops in the remake of the 1989 classic “Steel Magnolias” which is due to air Sunday, Oct. 7 on Lifetime. Sharing the stage with Phylicia Rashad, Queen Latifah, and more beautiful women won’t be a difficult task for Scott. Aside from her eccentric mind that she portrays eloquently through her…
Read Morev: Smoke DZA and Harry Fraud: Kenny Powers
Smoke DZA will be performing at A3C Hip Hop Festival in Atlanta, GA October 11-13, 2012.
Read MoreMissy Elliott and Timbaland Get Emotional About Music Industry; Ciara and 50 Cent Back Together? More New Music Inside
J. Cole releases a new track, and Diggy Simmons acts fast with a J. Cole diss, Missy Elliott not only touches on the Drake and Aalyiah situation, but she and Timabland also get emotional when talking about the new music industry. Ciara and 50 Cent have put their feelings on the table, and though…
Read More‘US’ Names 50 Cent, Adrienne Bailon Among 25 Most Stylish New Yorkers
50 Cent and Empire Girls Julissa Bermudez and Adrienne Bailon, were among those who hit the red carpet and were acknowledged by US Weekly among the 25 Most Stylish New Yorkers. Nikki M. James, Ted Gibson, and NBA player Tyson Chandler were also among those acknowledged during the celebrity filled event. Other popular names…
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