The highly anticipated first ever official documentary on the life and legacy of Pop legend Whitney Houston is one project we’re all looking forward to. Sanctioned by the singer’s family and estate, the upcoming tell-all, simply entitled ‘Whitney’ promises to explore various unknown personal and professional grey areas of the singer’s enduring life and legacy.After … “Watch: First teaser of Whitney Houston’s official documentary from Oscar winning filmmaker, Kevin MacDonald”
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Watch: Toni Braxton absolutely NAILS her performance of “Long As I Live” on Megyn Kelly show
Toni Braxton is marking her return with the same blueprint of the kind of grooves, most of us remember her timeless hits by. The 50 year old Grammy winning diva released her first solo studio album after nearly 8 years and it serves as a great reminisce of what turned Braxton into one of the … “Watch: Toni Braxton absolutely NAILS her performance of “Long As I Live” on Megyn Kelly show”
Stevie Wonder comes out in support of Bruno Mars. “God created music for all of us”
Source: 1,2 Days after Bruno Mars was the subject of online criticism from a certain section of Netizens – who accused him of “appropriating” black culture – music legend, Stevie Wonder has come out in support of the ‘Uptown Funk’ superstar. Mars – is being aggressively bashed by a couple of online groups for basing … “Stevie Wonder comes out in support of Bruno Mars. “God created music for all of us””
The Top 10 Greatest Female Singers of All Time
For us, a great vocalist isn’t just someone with a wide range and flawless technique, but also someone who has the ability to tell a story and use their musicality through their instrument. But of coarse that comes with having a command over your instrument in the first place. Some may possess either of these … “The Top 10 Greatest Female Singers of All Time”
Sade is Back! The soul diva returns with a brand new song ‘Flower Of The Universe’
Source: Wikimedia Commons In a string of singers who have managed to yield a career out of mimicking each other’s singing styles, filled with not-so-musically-well thought-out vocal acrobats – Sade is one of the few artists who has managed to stand apart with her own unique style. The celebrated distinct soul songstress, who has somehow … “Sade is Back! The soul diva returns with a brand new song ‘Flower Of The Universe’”
Watch: Fergie butchers the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ like you’ve never heard before
Did Fergie just surpass Christina Aguilera as the “worst ‘Star Spangled Banner’ performer” of all time? The former ‘Black Eyed Peas’ popstar recently took the NBA all-star game stage to perform the American national anthem – and the outcome has people scratching their heads. What was perhaps meant to be a “shining moment” for the … “Watch: Fergie butchers the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ like you’ve never heard before”
Aretha Franklin handpicks Jennifer Hudson to play her in upcoming biopic.
Source: Wikimedia Commons Aretha Franklin has been one of those classic divas who has been very finicky about the way she’d wanted herself to be represented. So it is inevitable when the first “authorized” biopic on the definitive Queen of Soul comes into picture, she would involve herself enough to ensure it meets her expectations. The … “Aretha Franklin handpicks Jennifer Hudson to play her in upcoming biopic.”
Gospel legend Cissy Houston honored with a street named after her in Newark, New Jersey
Source: Wikimedia Commons Gospel legend Cissy Houston was honored with a street re-named after her at Newark, New Jersey. Celebrated as ‘Cissy Houston Day’ in Newark, Saturday marked the unveiling of, ‘Dr. Emily Houston Plz’ at 106 Sussex Avenue – right outside the New Hope Baptist Church, where the iconic vocalist sang for a major part … “Gospel legend Cissy Houston honored with a street named after her in Newark, New Jersey”
Neil Diamond diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Takes retirement from touring.
Source: Wikimedia Commons Music legend Neil Diamond has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The iconic singer made the announcement of his retirement on Monday, citing the recent diagnosis of his ailment as the reason. Acting upon doctor’s suggestion, the musician has cancelled the third leg of his “50th Anniversary tour” – which was scheduled to … “Neil Diamond diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Takes retirement from touring.”
Watch: Jessie J sings stunning rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” on Chinese television
Source: Wikimedia Commons Jessie J is one of the countless singers who take inspiration from the late and great Whitney Houston. The British singing sensation has time and again showered her love and admiration over the legendary diva, citing her as one of her main vocal role models. Jessie, who’s previously been heard covering Houston … “Watch: Jessie J sings stunning rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” on Chinese television”