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Singer J. Holiday Arrested For Speeding and Marijuana Possession
Posten on: 2008-10-26 01:59:30
R&B singer J. Holiday has been arrested for marijuana possession in Maryland after police pulled him over for driving way too fast. The “Bed” singer - real name Nahum Grymes - was spotted in Salisbury "driving in tandem" with another vehicle "at a high rate of speed" on Thursday (Feb 21.) night. When officers approached Grymes' car, they noticed a strong smell of marijuana and a search of the vehicle turned up a nominal amount of the drug, explained Sergeant Frank Russo. The star and his passenger, George Jackson, were both arrested on charges of drug possession. The driver of the other car, Rolland Wesley, was also arrested on various traffic counts, but does not face any drug-related charges. In Other J. Holiday news, the singer is set to kick off his US tour today at the House of Blues in Chicago, IL. As Singersroom recently reported, Holiday and Trey Songz will co-headline the national spring run. J Holiday gained national attention for his hit song “Bed,” while he recently re-re-released ‘Back Of My Lac’ as a Deluxe Edition with new songs and videos.
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Danity Kane’s ‘Welcome To The Dollhouse’ in Stores Now
Posten on: 2008-10-26 01:59:30
R&B singing Group Danity Kane’s eagerly anticipated sophomore album, which features the new hit single, "Damaged," arrives in stores and at all online retailers on Today March 18th. "Damaged" sees the RIAA platinum-certified girl group -- currently starring in the latest and greatest season of MTV's blockbuster reality series, "Making The Band" -- joining forces with the up-and-coming production team, Stereotypes, known for their hit collaborations with such artists as Cupid, Ne-Yo, and Omarion. The track is currently a top 10 smash on iTunes' "Top Pop Songs" chart, while also scoring at a variety of radio formats, including Urban, Rhythmic, and Top 40 outlets nationwide. Dawn, Aubrey, D. Woods, Shannon, and Aundrea will appear live on "TRL" Today to herald the arrival of "WELCOME TO THE DOLLHOUSE." The week will also see visits to MTV's "The Big Ten" and "Sucka Free," as well as BET's "106 & Park." Additional upcoming TV performances include the nationally syndicated "Tyra Banks Show" and Fox's "The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet" (check local listings). Danity Kane -- currently featured on the covers of both King and Right On! -- are now in the midst of a month-long promo tour, with stops slated for radio stations in major markets across the country through mid-April. Last -- but most certainly not least -- Danity Kane will perform live on the eagerly anticipated season finale of MTV's "Making The Band," set to air Sunday, March 23rd at 8 pm EDT (check local listings). The broadcast will also feature the official announcement of Danity Kane's upcoming North American concert tour, slated to hit the road in May. Danity Kane will celebrate the March 18th release of "WELCOME TO THE DOLLHOUSE" with an exclusive in-store event at New York City's Best Buy (located at 529 Fifth Avenue). The group will be meeting fans and signing copies of their new CD, beginning at 7 pm. "WELCOME TO THE DOLLHOUSE" follows the "Making The Band 3"-winning group's blockbuster debut, which made a spectacular #1 debut on the SoundScan/Billboard 200 album chart upon its initial 2006 release. Fueled by the top 10 smash, "Show Stopper," the self-titled album, went on to achieve RIAA platinum certification for U.S. sales exceeding one million units. For up-to-the-minute information, please visit www.danitykane.com, www.myspace.com/danitykane, and www.badboyonline.com.
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Update: R&B Singer R. Kelly Hearing Postponed
Posten on: 2008-10-26 01:59:30
A hearing for R&B singer R. Kelly, scheduled for yesterday (October 13th), has been postponed until October 27th according to the Cook County State's Attorney's office. The hearing will consist of pre-trial motions and a final date for the actual trial could be set during the proceedings. Cook County Judge Vincent Gaughan will be presiding over the case. Kelly was indicted in June 2002 of an initial 21 counts based on a videotape that allegedly showed Kelly engaging in sex acts with a 14-year-old girl. Seven of those counts were later thrown out. The video allegedly features Kelly with the then 14 year-old niece of Sparkle, one of the singer's former artists and proteges. Since his arrest, Kelly has vigorously denied that the man in the video is actually him. The alleged victim and her parents have also publicly denied that she is the person on the tape. If convicted on the child pornography charges, Kelly could face up to 15 years in state prison, a $100,000 fine and be forced to register as a sex offender.
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Hunger Strike Protests Over Beyonce's Ethiopia Visit
Posten on: 2008-10-26 01:59:30
Religion strikes again. According to reports, students at an Ethiopia religious college are protesting the close ties between the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and the government, alleged restrictions on their speech — and Beyonce's recent meeting with their patriarch. 26-year-old R&B singer Beyonce met with the Ethiopian patriarch, Abune Paulos, before performing in skimpy sequined outfits as part of the celebration of the country's millennium. Students were upset and reportedly went on hunger strike because of the closeness of the church to the ruling party and restrictions on their speech, but were also upset over the Beyonce-Paulos meeting. "She provoked the whole situation," says a student, accusing the patriarch of "practically a nonreligious act. It's unacceptable, or inappropriate, to say the least." Authorities were trying to persuade the students to end their hunger strike. The Orthodox Church is Ethiopia's largest, claiming 45 million out of 77 million citizens as members. It is considered to be very close to the government. College official Bedilu Assefa confirmed that students had complained, but said: "What they have done is they have raised some administrative issues regarding food and clinical facilities. Nobody has protested against Beyonce. Never." Not all the protesters were concerned with the singer, or even politics. Student Kinetibebeu Assefa, 25, said that he had joined the protest to demand an improvement in cafeteria food and the firing of some college officials. "There is no problem with Beyonce," he said. "But the (cafeteria) food is poisoned."
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India.Arie Continues 'Testimony' Trek With Addtional Dates
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R&B/Soul singer India.Arie has announced additional dates for her current tour as she continues to promote last year's "Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship." The Grammy winner’s next stop is in Memphis, TN on May 27. She’ll take a month-long break before hitting the road again for a number of late June shows. She heads to Europe for a brief tour in July, with additional U.S. dates to follow. India. Arie's third studio album, Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship, was released on June 27, 2006. It gave India. Arie her first number-one on the Billboard 200 and was her second chart topper on the R&B chart. This album was also the first number-one album for Motown in thirty-three years since Diana Ross's 1972 Lady Sings the Blues. Its first-week sales of 161,000 copies is Arie's best sales week to date and was certified Gold in August 2006. She is expected to release Testimony: Vol. 2, Love and Politics late 2007. Arie’s U.S. itinerary is included below: May 2007 27 - Memphis, TN - Orpheum Theater June 007 21 - Baltimore, MD - Ram's Head Tavern 22 - New York, NY - Carnegie Hall 23 - Saratoga Springs, NY - Saratoga Performing Arts Center 24 - Southfield, MI - Southfield Civic Center July 2007 25 - Atlanta, GA - Chastain Park Amphitheatre August 2007 18 - Lake Tahoe, NV - Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa 19 - San Diego, CA - Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay 21 - Saratoga, CA - Mountain Winery 24 - Temecula, CA - Pechanga Resort & Casino 25 - Park City, UT - Snow Park Lodge September 2007 19 - Buffalo, NY - SUNY Center for the Arts 21 - Newark, NJ - New Jersey Performing Arts Center 29 - Los Angeles, CA - Greek Theatre
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