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Nick Cannon to direct movie


February 2nd, 2012 - 10:26 am ICT by IANS
London, Feb 2 (IANS) Singer Nick Cannon is stepping behind the camera to direct his first feature film.The "America's Got Talent" host, who was hospitalised with kidney failure in Aspen, ... Read more...

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Beth Ditto eager to write songs for Madonna


January 29th, 2012 - 4:35 am ICT by IANS
Los Angeles, Jan 29 (IANS) Singer Bett Ditto is eager to write songs for Madonna after learning that the pop diva's next album is inspired by her."I was over ... Read more...

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Sean Combs sued over perfume


January 17th, 2012 - 10:55 am ICT by IANS
London, Jan 17 (IANS) Singer Sean Combs has been sued by a cosmetic firm over one of his perfumes.The hip-hop singer had launched the Sean John Clothing Company, which also ... Read more...

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Today is Mary J. Blige’s birthday


January 11th, 2012 - 8:27 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Singer Mary J. Blige is celebrating an important milestone in her life. The My Life hitmaker turned 41 today (the 11th of January 2012). The celebration ... Read more...

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Lopez is a classic dresser


November 20th, 2011 - 11:09 am ICT by IANS
London, Nov 20 (IANS) Jennifer Lopez likes to dress in a classic way and doesn't really follow fashion trends.The singer-and-actress says she doesn't really go for trendy clothing and ... Read more...

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Hip hop has become mellow: Jay-Z


October 2nd, 2011 - 11:52 pm ICT by IANS
London, Oct 2 (IANS) Singer Jay-Z says hip-hop has become more "mellow" over time and he thinks that is due to the drug consumption of some of his peers."Public Enemy ... Read more...

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X Factor Season Premiere: Dillon Goes Insane


September 23rd, 2011 - 3:22 pm ICT by Angela Kaye Mason
Sep 23 (THAINDIAN NEWS) The second night of the X Factor Season Premiere aired on Fox last night. Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, LA Reid and Nicole Scherzinger were the judges as contestants ... Read more...

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Will Smith returns to rap


August 18th, 2011 - 1:13 pm ICT by IANS
London, Aug 18 (IANS) Hollywood star Will Smith, known for his roles in films like "Men In Black", is returning to rapping.He began his career as the Fresh Prince ... Read more...

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Gomez doesn’t like Bieber’s ‘bad’ company


August 6th, 2011 - 1:24 pm ICT by IANS
London, Aug 6 (IANS) There's trouble in teen lovers Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez's life. The latter wants the "Baby" hitmaker to quit the company of his hip-hop friends.If ... Read more...

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Lollapalooza 2011 lineup announced


August 5th, 2011 - 8:23 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
After 20 years, the music and art festival Lollapalooza is still growing strong. The show has been held every year since 1991 save 2004 when it was not held. When the show ... Read more...

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Priyanka, Bipasha team for hip-hop number


August 1st, 2011 - 10:46 am ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Priyanka Chopra in a grunge look and Bipasha Basu in a gypsy zippered dress will feature in a hip-hop number in Ganesh Hegde's latest ... Read more...

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Samuel L. Jackson to produce ‘Afro Samurai’


July 22nd, 2011 - 6:28 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
Los Angeles, July 22 (THAINDIAN NEWS) The animation Afro Samurai is making its way to the live giant screen. It has been announced that the movie will be collaboration between Samuel L. ... Read more...

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Our music is for the world: Rup of fusion band Josh (With Images)


July 16th, 2011 - 10:51 am ICT by IANS
Mumbai, July 16 (IANS) Pop music doesn't exist in India any more and the market continues to be dominated by Bollywood, says Rupinder Magon, famously known as Rup of the ... Read more...

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Puerto Rican band to kick off European tour in June


May 24th, 2011 - 11:45 am ICT by IANS
Havana, May 24 (IANS/EFE) The Puerto Rican band Calle 13 will kick off a European tour June 15, group co-leader Eduardo Cabra said in Havana.Cabra, known as "Visitante", said in ... Read more...

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Footballer Ashley Cole plans to make music


May 2nd, 2011 - 2:23 pm ICT by IANS
London, May 2 (IANS) Ace footballer Ashley Cole is reportedly in talks with singer Jay Z to venture into the music business.Both Ashley and Jay Z and their team of ... Read more...

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Bombay Rockers get their groove back


April 24th, 2011 - 10:09 am ICT by IANS
Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Danish-Indian band Bombay Rockers, who created a stir in India with their singles "Ari ari" and "Rock the party", are back with their new album but ... Read more...

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Nicki Minaj replaces Enrique Iglesias for Britney Spears’ tour


April 12th, 2011 - 2:22 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Apr 12 (ANI): Nicki Minaj is all set to hit the road with Britney Spears for her upcoming 'Femme Fatale' tour.According to TMZ, Minaj, a New York Hip Hop ... Read more...

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Justin Timberlake, Olivia Wilde spotted cuddling, dancing ‘all night’


April 5th, 2011 - 6:11 pm ICT by ANI
New York, Apr 5 (ANI): Fresh off their respective breakups, Justin Timberlake and Olivia Wilde didn't hesitate in engaging in some public displays of affection during their 'date' at a Hollywood club ... Read more...

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Eminem pays tribute to Nate Dogg


March 18th, 2011 - 6:17 am ICT by IANS
London, March 18 (IANS) Eminem has joined rappers paying tribute to Nate Dogg, saying his music will never be replaced.The singer best known for his 1994 hit "Regulate" featuring Warren ... Read more...

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P. Diddy ‘wealthiest artist in hip-hop’


March 11th, 2011 - 5:29 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 11 (ANI): P. Diddy, who has a fortune of 475 million dollars, has been named the wealthiest artist in hip-hop.The 'Hello Good Morning' rapper beat Jay-Z, who has an estimated ... Read more...

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Happy birthday Kurt Cobain


February 21st, 2011 - 8:02 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
Los Angeles, Feb 21 (THAINDIAN NEWS) It has been 13 years now since singer Kurt Cobain died. The singer died at the early age of 27 and he would have been 42 ... Read more...

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US tourism ad featuring scantily clad Bavarian women is YouTube hit


February 11th, 2011 - 6:25 pm ICT by ANI
Melbourne, Feb 11 (ANI): A quirky new tourism campaign in the US featuring scantily clad Bavarian women, a nutcracker and lots of beer has garnered a lot of attention.Demonstrating the power of ... Read more...

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Kool Herc hospitalized, appeals for funds


February 1st, 2011 - 12:23 am ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
Los Angeles, Jan 31 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Kool Herc was hospitalized and because of the huge nature of the bill, he appealed for financial assistance. Herc is famed as one of the founding fathers ... Read more...

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P. Diddy to be sued for $1 trillion


January 29th, 2011 - 8:45 pm ICT by IANS
London, Jan 29 (IANS) Hip-hop superstar P. Diddy is reportedly being sued for $1 trillion by a woman who claims he was behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York.Valerie Joyce Wilson ... Read more...

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What Is Nicki Minaj’s Take On Sex Appeal?


January 28th, 2011 - 2:23 pm ICT by Sampurn Wire
: In a recent interview, Nicki Minaj had said that she can find sex appeal in every girl. According to this rapper, every girl has something that makes her sexy; it ... Read more...

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P. Diddy wants to do more comedy films


January 18th, 2011 - 9:01 am ICT by IANS
London, Jan 18 (IANS) Hip-hop superstar P. Diddy wants to do more comedy films after appearing in "Get Him to the Greek".Diddy - whose real name is Sean Combs - has tried ... Read more...

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Jay Z invests in fast food joint in his native NY


January 12th, 2011 - 6:14 pm ICT by ANI
London, Jan 12 (ANI): Jay Z has made a new investment to expand his business empire.The rap mogul has expanded his business domain by investing in a fast food restaurant in his ... Read more...

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Jay-Z wanted to be rich via basketball


January 12th, 2011 - 12:02 am ICT by IANS
London, Jan 11 (IANS) Rapper Jay-Z has said the only way he knew to become a millionaire while growing up was through basketball.The star admits a career in hip-hop was not something ... Read more...

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Willow Smith Working With Dad’s Former Partner, DJ Jazzy Jeff


January 8th, 2011 - 4:43 pm ICT by Sampurn Wire
The little wonder girl of Will Smith is preparing for her debut album and the 10 year old Willow Smith has collaborated with her dad’s former hip-hop partner DJ Jazzy. ... Read more...

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Willow Smith teaming with DJ Jeff


January 8th, 2011 - 3:15 pm ICT by IANS
London, Jan 8 (IANS) Hollywood actor Will Smith's pop sensation daughter Willow is set to work with his former hip-hop partner DJ Jazzy Jeff. Willow is currently recording tracks for her ... Read more...

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I may contribute to Akshay’s film again: Pakistani rapper Bohemia


December 27th, 2010 - 1:05 pm ICT by IANS
By Alkesh Sharma Chandigarh, Dec 27 (IANS) US-based Pakistani rapper Bohemia, who collaborated with Akshay Kumar in "Chandni Chowk To China" for the snazzy version of the title track, is expecting to ... Read more...

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“6 Foot 7 Foot” Marks Lil Wayne’s Comeback


December 18th, 2010 - 8:02 pm ICT by GD
By Meena Kar Dec 18, (THAINDIAN NEWS) All those who have been craving to hear from the punching rapper, would now get a share of delight, as Lil Wayne is back with his ... Read more...

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Lil Wayne’s 6’7” Hits Music Shelves


December 15th, 2010 - 2:03 pm ICT by Sampurn Wire
Alvin Blanco, a renowned music journalist of the United States said while speaking to the media that he had never thought that the two Lil Wayne tracks would be so similar ... Read more...

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Nicki Minaj thinks pink for New Year’s party


December 13th, 2010 - 5:29 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Dec 13 (ANI): Hip-hop recording artist Nicki Minaj has decided to go pink for her New Year's Eve party.Minaj will be hosting the party alongside Nik Richie of TheDirty.com at Mansion ... Read more...

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Legendary rapper Tupac’s biography in pipeline


December 2nd, 2010 - 5:59 am ICT by IANS
London, Dec 2 (IANS) A biography of slain rap legend Tupac Shakur is being penned by American author Kevin Powell, more than 14 years after his tragic death.Powell has got an approval ... Read more...

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