Today, the music world is mourning the loss of jazz legend and actress Lena Horne, who died at New York-Presbyterian Hospital last night (May 9) at the age of 92. The first African American to sign an extensive Hollywood movie contract, the incomparable singer/actress influenced a generation of stars. “Lena Horne is the reason that […]

Kindred the Family Soul burst onto the scene in 2003 and brought romantic love right along with them. Their debut album Surrender to Love , had lovers loving as their hit singles “Far Away” and “Stars” put the rhythm back into R&B. Their follow up album In This Life Together, was a soulful psalms as […]

Queen Latifah & Common shocked the good kids of the P.S. 22 Chorus of Staten Island last Thursday in Manhattan. The 60 member-chorus of 5th graders, their chorus director and school principal, took a bus into Manhattan thinking they were going to visit the MSR Recording Studios in mid-town Manhattan. The chorus had been already […]

Did Lady Gaga Push Christina Aguilera To Switch Her Swag? presents her new video for “Not Myself Tonight” and she returns to her a previous “dirty girl” style from years back. Howwever, the change back in style and sound seems very close to the present ruling pop queen Lady Gaga. The single is the prelude […]

Jay Fenix is an up-and-coming producer, who gained massive industry notoriety, when Melanie Fiona’s #1 hit – “It Kills Me” – received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.  As the single spent seven weeks atop Billboard’s R&B summit, Fenix’s musical fortunes rose as well.  Currently, he is working on projects with Fantasia, […]

There are many factors that make people flock to the movie theater in droves to see the latest flick. Of course the story plot is a huge factor, but more important are the characters, the stars in the film that will give any potential movie-goer that extra push. With the help of an all-star cast, […]

Just about every hip-hop head, old and recent, has an opinion on a certain heavy-banged, animated female rapper. Next to share their thoughts on the ever-present Nicki Minaj? One half of the best-selling female rap act, Sandra “Pepa” Denton.  Pepa, who debuted her first Salt-n-Pepa album Hot, Cool & Vicious in 1985, shared with VIBE her feelings […]

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Janelle Monae continues to be one of the most provocative, confounding and interesting artists. With the upcoming opus, The ArchAndroid album, she is destined to push the envelope further. The “trailer” to the album is proof. Check it out here. video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player

VIBE.COM: Many folks don’t think it’s a coincidence that photos from your new video came out a few weeks after you were taking shots at Nicki Minaj. She recently did a UStream video talking about how haters use her for publicity, what do you say?KHIA: Publicity stunt? Honey, what do I need publicity for? I’m a […]

2010 may turn out to be a career year for the irrepressible Jill Scott. The critically-acclaimed vocalist is set to co-headline a much anticipated tour with platinum crooner Maxwell, which will kick off in May. There’s her starring role in Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married, Too? a film sequel that’s managed to sidestep lukewarm […]

Tamela Mann is one of the most-recognizable names in the contemporary Gospel music industry. Her tremendous success story and long string of accolades are even more impressive, however, when one considers the difficulty religious figures often have in attracting and maintaining secular audiences.  Even so, Mann has captivated the hearts and minds of countless Americans […]

Check out the new video for Janet’s “Nothing,” which is the lead single to the movie “Why Did I Get Married Too.”

Erykah Badu has shaken up the world with this video, but b-roll footage has been released of the singer in all her naked glory. See it below. video platform video management video solutions video player Click here for pics from the shoot.

Individuality is not something that’s celebrated in the music industry. Just turn on the radio for proof that conformity more often than not is championed. For the chosen few who refuse to let their talent become their artistic prisons, the road is sometimes paved with gold, and other times filled with ridicule and abuse. Erykah […]

Most people have seen the Erykah Badu’s cryptic video “Window Seat,” the latest single from her New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh. The Dallas-bred singer admitted stripping down nude was no easy task. “i was petrified while shooting this video … but liberation began to set in .i conquered many fears in that […]

How’s everything? The week continues to go by as we reminisce over politicians going back and forth over healthcare despite the historic vote for reform in the House, NCAA basketball tournament brackets being ruined over the upsets taking place and Google and China disputing over the country censoring it among users.  Thoughts and prayers go […]

Usher takes a break from his personal duties to fulfill his musical obligation with Nicki Minaj on “Lil Freak.”

For nearly two decades, Eric Roberson has reigned as the king of the independent soul music movement. Even so, he remains to be one of the industry’s best-kept secrets, since his fan base and reputation have been largely built upon word-of-mouth stemming from his spectacular live performances. In fact, as an esteemed alumnus of Howard […]

What’s good , good Wordists? It’s been a news-filled week with President Obama postponing a trip overseas to make one last push for health care reform, Tiger Woods announces his return to golf at this year’s Masters on April 8, Michael Jordan makes it official as the new owner of the Charlotte Bobcats and the Red […]