Posts Tagged ‘Chaka Khan’
Chaka Khan goes off about Ariana Grande, gives props to Anderson .Paak
Chaka Khan shocked many in the music industry with her blunt remarks about platinum-selling artist, Ariana Grande. During an interview with Vlad TV conducted by Lunelle, Khan did not hold back when asked about Grande. “F— her,” Khan said boldly. “She’s alright. She’s good on her own. She don’t need … plus, I don’t wanna sing…
Read MoreMalina Moye uses her music to promote racial and gender equality
Lefty guitarist Malina Moye has been described as explosive. The singer-songwriter and musician has rocked out with the best of them and on the biggest stages around the world and says music makes her feel limitless. Moye’s father gave her with a right-handed guitar at age 9 and being left-handed, she immediately flipped it upside…
Read MoreIconic soul singer Betty Wright dead at 66
Singer Betty Wright, who rose to fame in the 1970s and ’80s, has died from a mysterious and undisclosed illness. She was 66 years old. Wright is the latest in a rapid succession of losses as legendary rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Little Richard and famed music exec Andre Harrell died within the past 48 hours.…
Read MoreChaka Khan proves she has staying power with new tour and new album
Chaka Khan and Michael McDonald have teamed up for a co-headlining tour for the summer. The tour made a stop in Minnesota at the Mystic Lake Casino Hotel. Before Khan hit the stage, she had a meet and greet with fans. Some fans brought in her old albums, dolls that they made for her and…
Read MoreAlice Walker, Chaka Khan honored at Black Enterprise’s Women of Power Summit
Black Enterprise opened its annual Women of Power Summit with the Legacy Awards. Held at The Mirage in Las Vegas, the event honored several women who have achieved success in business, entertainment, literature and theology. Earl “Butch” Graves Jr., president and CEO of Black Enterprise, opened the ceremony by welcoming the 1,500 attendees who were present…
Read MoreChaka Khan reveals how Prince’s death changed her life
Chaka Khan says Prince’s death was a wake-up call. The Queen of Funk — whose biggest hit, “I Feel For You,” was written by the late singer — revealed that finding out he had died from an overdose in April 2016 made her realize she had to make changes in her own life. Speaking to The…
Read MoreJ-Hud, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder and more sang the roof off at Aretha’s funeral
The Aretha Franklin homegoing celebration was simply amazing. Dignitaries from the worlds of politics, entertainment and gospel music came together to send the “Queen of Soul” off this earthly plane on a high note. Those in attendance included former president Bill Clinton and former First Lady and U.S. Sen. Hilary Clinton, former U.S. Attorney General…
Read MoreA People’s Tribute to the Queen will memorialize Aretha Franklin in Detroit
More than 40 performance artists will salute the life and legacy of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Louise Franklin, during A People’s Tribute to the Queen at Detroit’s Chene Park Amphitheatre on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, 6-9 p.m. EST. The musical tribute is produced by Entertainments Finest. Leading artists representing the R&B, gospel, jazz and blues genres…
Read MoreReview: Lauryn Hill did what? And other cool things that happened at Pitchfork
Let me start off by saying that this is not just about Lauryn Hill. (Stay with me. We’ll get to her.) This is about the amazing festival called Pitchfork and how Union Park on the West Side of Chicago was transformed into all things music over the course of three days in mid-July. With that…
Read MoreChaka Khan performs a stellar show at Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater
Through five decades, Chaka Khan has graced the stage of just about every theater and concert hall worldwide. Chaka Khan, who is currently on tour, made a stop in Minnesota to perform at the Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater. As I recalled earlier this year at Jazz in the Gardens in South Florida, many fans left during…
Read MoreCelebrity photographer Derek Blanks wins big at the Stellar Awards
Derek Blanks is probably the most recognizable photographer in the southeast. His name has become synonymous with the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” for his numerous appearances and there are few urban celebs who haven’t graced his lens. The former art student has been applying his artistic gift to models and celebs for over a decade…
Read MoreRanking the female empowerment anthems
March signifies the beginning of Women’s History Month — a reflective time in our society where we pay homage to all of the women past, present and future who unapologetically kick butt. And while it would be sacrilegious to suggest that any of these women march to the beat of any drum other than their…
Read MoreNajee discusses ‘Poetry in Motion’ album and working with Prince
Najee is an international saxophonist and flutist with over three decades of experience in the music industry. Not only has this Grammy-nominated artist collaborated with the likes of Prince, Quincy Jones and Chaka Khan as an instrumentalist, he has released 17 musical projects of his own, including his latest, Poetry in Motion. Najee has become one…
Read MoreWill Downing explores gender roles on new album
For his latest album, R&B veteran Will Downing decided to flip the lyric. On Black Pearls, listeners will find the crooner covering a staple of songs made famous by Chaka Khan, Deniece Williams, Cherrelle, Jean Carne and Phyllis Hyman, among others. We spoke with Downing to get his thoughts on breaking gender stereotypes, the mental challenge…
Read MoreToni Redd gives tribute to Chaka Khan on ‘Her Reddness’
Toni Redd released her album, Her Reddness featuring Kirk Whalum in October 2015. She is an internationally known performer. Her smooth style of singing infuses R&B, contemporary jazz and classical soul that gives her a unique sound. Do you most often actively seek inspiration or does it find you? Or is it a combination of the…
Read MoreN.W.A. headed to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but who else?
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its official 2015 inductee list and, despite a push for more diversity in fan voting and nominations, this year’s list is dominated by older, White classic rock bands.
Read MoreR. Kelly comes to the rescue of childhood music teacher
It was Kellz to the rescue, as prolific singer-songwriter R. Kelly performed at a benefit concert in his hometown of Chicago last week to help his childhood music teacher, Lena McLin. Kelly, who is currently on tour promoting his soon to be released new album, The Buffet, came home to help raise money for McLin to…
Read MoreCiara, Brandi, Chaka Khan perform at Essence Black Women in Music, Grammy weekend
The 2015 ESSENCE Black Women in Music took both celebrity attendees and consumers on a journey through four decades of music with performances by Chaka Khan, MC Lyte, Brandy and Lianne La Havas. The event honored Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Jill Scott. Lincoln Motor Company was the presenting sponsor for ESSENCE’s 6th Annual…
Read MoreChaka Khan interviews Sam Smith for ‘V’ mag, you won’t believe what he said
British soul crooner Sam Smith is not impressed with the humility of some of his contemporary pop star counterparts. In a recent interview for V magazine the “Stay With Me” singer told legendary diva Chaka Khan that there are more than a few music stars of today that could use an attitude adjustment. “Even when you…
Read MoreChaka Khan headlines UNCF 31st Annual Atlanta Mayor’s Masked Ball
It’s one of Atlanta’s most talked about events of the holiday season; the UNCF Atlanta Mayor’s Masked Ball, and this year’s event didn’t disappoint. Co-hosted by Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, UNCF President and CEO Michael L. Lomax and UNCF EVP Maurice Jenkins, the 31st Annual charity event was held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis and…
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