Music
South Africa rapper Maarohanye convicted for murder
South African rapper Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye has been found guilty of murder and attempted murder after driving into a group of schoolchildren in...
Watching out for Franco-Nigerian singer, Asa
Similar to the British Invasion of the 1960s, a Nigerian Invasion of musical acts has been scoring success in the Anglophone world for decades:...
Hao Ge: An African super star singer in China
He is a qualified engineer from Nigeria who has become a super star in China. His stage name, Hao Ge, could be translated into...
Mathew Knowles on the Departure of Beyonce from Music World Entertainment
The decision for Beyonce and Music World Entertainment to part was mutual. We did great things together, and I know that she will continue...
Ayo: The Nigerian-Gypsy who won’t budge
Anyone attempting to prove the redemptive power of music needs to look no further than the Nigerian chanteuse, Ayọ. The 30-year-old soul singer defied...
Rap lawsuit raises digital music service questions
The most closely watched lawsuit in the music industry asks this question: how much should a song on iTunes or another digital music service...
Wyclef Jean shot through the hand in Haiti
Hip-hop singer Wyclef Jean was recovering Sunday after he was shot in the hand, his publicist said.
Spokeswoman Cindy Tanenbaum said Jean, who was in...
Youssou Ndour: Live!
Five years ago, the famed Pompidou Centre in central Paris hosted Africa Remix, a far-reaching exhibition of modern artists from all across the Motherland....
Janet Jackson signs film production deal
Janet Jackson is becoming a movie producer. The performer-actress has signed a production deal with Lionsgate to select, develop and produce a feature film...
Disney kills ‘Yellow Submarine’ remake
The Walt Disney Co. has deep-sixed Mars Needs Moms producer Robert Zemeckis’ planned next project for the studio, the high-profile remake of the classic...
Lauryn Hill announces spring tour dates
Fans of former Fugee Lauryn Hill have another chance to see the iconic singer in action now that she's announced new spring tour dates.
After...
Ex-bodyguard threatens nude Britney Spears pix
For all your typing pervs who nodded yes, congratulations, you may be in luck! A former bodyguard of Brit's named Fernando Flores is threating...
Usher giving Qaadafi profits to charity
R&B superstar Usher announced Friday (March 4) that he was donating to various charities proceeds from appearing at a private event at St. Barts...
Prince sued for $700,000 over legal fees
A New York City law firm says Prince owes more than $700,000 in legal fees for services that included helping to settle financial obligations...
Afrika Bambaataa: Founder of hip-hop culture
Known as the godfather of hip-hop, Afrika Bambaataa evolved from an inner-city gang leader to the emissary of a worldwide youth culture.
Afrika Bambaataa was...
Libya: Israeli music video featuring Gaddafi speech hits youtube top
Whilst Muammar Gaddafi's eccentric lifestyle has been a subject of constant amazement within political circles, the entertainment industry might view things differently. A music...
Qaddafi pays Mariah Carey $1 million to sing
WikiLeaks cables also claim that Beyonce and Usher performed at a family function.
The Qaddafi family paid Mariah Carey $1 million to sing only four...
Lena Horne NYC belongings auctioned off
The estate of sultry jazz singer and actress Lena Horne is selling some of the fancy gowns, jewelry, fine art and books that filled...
Beyoncé in blackface sparks controversy
For its 90th-birthday issue, French magazine L'Officiel will feature Beyoncé in an African-themed photo shoot. In the shoot, which is a tribute to musician-activist...
Grammy Awards sparks ire of music exec
This year's Grammy Awards pissed off just about everyone minus Esperanza Spalding, but while the industry tweeted their disappointment, top seed industry veteran Steve...
Janet Jackson releases self-acceptance memoir
In an interview with HLN’s Richelle Carey, Janet Jackson gets personal, talking about her memories of her late brother Michael, her relationship with their...
Mathew Knowles Appointed to the Board of Directors of the Gospel Music Association
Mathew Knowles, the founder, President and CEO of Music World Entertainment (MWE), has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Gospel Music...
Jennifer Hudson may star in Aretha Franklin biopic
Aretha Franklin has finally abandoned her champagne wishes and Hollywood dreams of having Halle Berry portray her in the upcoming biopic on her life....
Tupac Shakur biopic begins filming Spring 2011
Production company Morgan Creek announced that the new Tupac biopic is scheduled to begin principal photography in the late spring and early summer with...
Grammy Awards surprises with Arcade Fire win
The 53rd Grammy Awards telecast was all about the grandeur, with enormous production numbers crowded with as many pop stars as the presenters could...
Femi Kuti: “Real music lets you deal with the reality of life”
Nigerian superstar Femi Kuti is that rare son of a legend who’s been able to carve out a stellar career of his very own....
Britney Spears drops ‘Femme Fatale’ March 29
Britney Spears announced on Tuesday (February 8) that she'll premiere her "Hold It Against Me" video on Thursday, February 17, on MTV. The much-anticipated...
Michael Jackson trial to be televised
A Superior Court judge approved TV coverage Monday in case against Dr. Conrad Murray, whose trial has been advanced to March 24.
L.A. Superior Court...
Hip-hop founder Kool Herc hospitalized
Hip-Hop pioneer DJ Kool Herc has been released from his medical facility, but remains in need of financial aid to help with an unknown...
Digital sales peak in shrinking music market
After another year of plunging music sales, record company executives are starting to contemplate the unthinkable: The digital music business, held out as the...