Phil Ramone, the music producer and engineer who worked with numerous industry luminaries over several decades, died at age 79 on Saturday in a New York hospital. His death was confirmed by his son Matthew. He did not immediately give the cause, but Ramone was reported to have been admitted to a Manhattan hospital in [...]
Sloane Stephens Takes Spotlight in Defeating Idol Serena Williams
January 23, 2013 | Posted by
At 19, Sloane Stephens’ 15 minutes of fame began when her idol, the incomparable Serena Williams, hit a backhand into the net late Tuesday night, the final point for Stephens in a monumental victory that not only thrust her into the Australian Open semifinals, but also into international prominence. Sloane Stephens has arrived. Whether her [...]
Beyonce & Other Artists Highlight Obama Inauguration Festivities
January 11, 2013 | Posted by
President Barack Obama is drawing an A-list of performers for his inaugural festivities, including a massive gala expected to draw more than 35,000 revelers. Katy Perry, Smokey Robinson, Usher, Alicia Keys and Brad Paisley are among the stars planning to sing at Obama’s inaugural galas Jan. 21 and a children’s concert on Jan. 19. Also [...]
Monica, John Legend Headline Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival
December 24, 2012 | Posted by
Tickets are now on sale for the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, which will be celebrating its 17th anniversary this year. Headlining acts will include Mary J. Blige, John Legend and Monica. Kicking off the three day event will be Third World Band, who will be celebrating their 40th year of music making. Running from [...]
Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music Release, ‘Cruel Summer,’ Gets Mixed Reviews
September 19, 2012 | Posted by
It took a long while, but finally the world has its hands on the “Cruel Summer” release of Kanye West and his stable of artists on his G.O.O.D. Music label, including Big Sean and Pusha T. Fans have been waiting for this for more than a year, ever since Kanye introduced his acts on a [...]
Chrissy Teigen Defended By John Legend Over Chris Brown Drama
May 24, 2012 | Posted by
Chrissy Teigen can count her fiance John Legend in her corner. Who knew Chris Brown lip synching at the Billboard Awards on Sunday night would cause so much raucous! John Legend’s fiance and Sports Illustrated model Chrissy founder herself in a Twitter firestorm after criticizing Brown’s lip synching performance. She likely had no clue it [...]
