If performances by Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Adele, Katy Perry, Rihanna weren’t enough to make you want to watch this Sunday’s Grammy Awards’, we’ve got news that might just change all that.
For, less than an hour ago, ‘Diary’ keeper Alicia Keys was added to the show’s celebrated line up, months before she releases her upcoming studio album.
Details below…
Whether he likes it or not, Will.i.am has always struggled as a solo act.
From facing the shame that was ‘Change Is Now’ to failing to chart with any of the singles lifted from ‘Songs About Girls’, Mr. Adams’ solo work has oft played second fiddle to the work he creates for other artists.
Now, in a bid to generate momentum for his LP #willpower, he has revealed that Britney Spears and Alicia Keys are both features on the forthcoming project.
Details below…
Since her 2001 introduction with ‘Songs In A Minor’, 14-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys has been making major moves on the music scene. Aside from sharing stages and studio time with legends Prince, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Bono, and more, Keys has earned the respect of and played co-star to many of today’s contemporary stars (i.e. Christina Aguilera, Beyonce, Timbaland, etc).
With anticipation of her nearly completed 5th album, today – her 31st birthday – That Grape Juice seeks to salute the songstress who made it cool to keep your clothes on tickle the keys again.
Her catalog may boast some of the noughties’ biggest hits like ‘Fallin’,'If I Ain’t Got You’, ‘No One’, and more, but there are some gems that sunk in the shadows of her more acclaimed numbers.
Get into a few of these after the jump:
Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige‘s unceremonious snubbing from the 2012 Academy Awards nominations has caused quite an uproar with fans and industry insiders alike. Never shy on a matter, Mary took to Twitter Tuesday to voice her own displeasure with the diss.
Despite making rounds for ‘The Living Proof’ – her acclaimed inclusion on ‘The Help’ soundtrack, Mary is still moving on the promo trail for her ‘My Life II’ set. Spotted on Bravo’s ‘Watch What Happens Live’ last night, the New York native was quizzed on a number of topics including her album, the Oscar snub, her thoughts on young R&B (Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Chris Brown, etc), and the dueling divas – Madonna and Elton John.
Fans may recall that Madonna’s ‘Masterpiece’ recently bested both Blige and John for ‘Best Original Song’ at its own 2012 ceremony. And, with Blige and John sharing mutual support and multiple duets in the past, spectators have long sought the R&B beauty’s thoughts on the longstanding Madge and Elton beef.
In this hilarious interview, you can find out the ‘No More Drama’ diva’s view on the drama after the jump:
Though mute on the musical tip, ‘Songs In A Minor’ maestra Alicia Keys has been making major moves behind the scenes of stages and television. Recently occupying the directorial seat for Lifetime’s ’5′ as well as her latest production endeavor ‘Stick Fly’ (on Broadway), Miss Beatz’ recent absence from Billboard hasn’t exactly meant she’s been unbusy. And, with news that she and hubby Swiss Beatz are putting the finishing touches on her 2009 ‘The Element of Freedom’ follow-up, fans will finally get to see Keys do what she does best – tickle the keys.
In the mean time, Keys and co thought to tickle something else while ringing in the new year. Avid art fans, the musical family took to L.A.’s Mr. Brainwash (MBW) art exhibit which features interesting depictions of famed pop monarchs Michael Jackson, Madonna, and more.
See more of Alicia going hard in the paint below (source):
Peep R&B diva Alicia Keys, along with son Egypt and husband Swizz Beats, celebrating the Holidays at Madison Square Garden yesterday.
The wholesome trio were on hand to watch the New York Knicks defeat the Boston Celtics.
Keys is reportedly cooking up a new album for release next year.
Peep these snaps of ‘Diary‘ singer Alicia Keys on the streets of New York, accompanied by her younger brother Cole and son Egypt.
Her sighting comes one week after she revealed that 2012 would see her release her fifth studio album, the follow up to critically acclaimed ‘The Element Of Freedom’ and ‘As I Am‘.
More below…
Whether you love them or hate them, there is no escaping Pop’s latest gang of female contenders. From Lady GaGa to Alicia Keys, Beyonce to Rihanna, the last year has seen a number of the world’s most celebrated femme fatales rake in the millions from album sales, touring revenue and in some cases lucrative endorsement deals.
Now peep Forbes official list for for the music industry’s top-earning female artists in 2011, below…
After enjoying the critical acclaimed project that was her last album, fans of New York native Alicia Keys have long awaited the release of its follow up.
Now find out what Keys has to say about the project and when her supporters can expect to get their hands on it below…
2012 is gearing up to be quite for the year for vocal treasure Mariah Carey with the promotional campaign for her brand spanking new album edging closer and closer.
Now, BET has given the song bird more reason to look forward to the coming months.
For they are to honor her for her contributions to Black music and culture at the fourth annual BET Honors Award Ceremony.
Full story below…
Yesterday, ‘Diary‘ maestra Alicia Keys paid a long awaited visit to BET‘S ‘106 & Park‘ in a bid to promote her Broad Way play ‘Stick Fly‘.
Also taking the time to discuss a number of other topics close to her heart, which include motherhood and new music, the interview also saw her explain her passion for DJing and her thoughts on working with screen veteran Mekhi Phifer.
Interview below…
Alicia Keys and hip hop hitmaker Pharrell are just two of Urban music’s brightest stars dropping redos on the latest covers of ‘Dazed & Confused’ magazine. The popular publication is celebrating its 20th anniversary in a big way – by having 20 of its previous cover stars revisit the magazine’s front. Dazed co-founder and photographer Rankin also includes a foldout giving shine to a “rising star” nominated by each cover star.
Find out who Keys and Pharrell picked after the jump:
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