Soul Train creator Don Cornelius dies aged 75
Don Cornelius, creator and host of “Soul Train,” a milestone in television programming that introduced generations of viewers to new music and dance trends emerging from black America, died on 1 …
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King Stitt: A toasting pioneer who transformed reggae and dancehall music
King Stitt, a legendary figure in the world of Jamaican music, pioneered the art of reggae toasting. His innovative style and immense talent helped shape dancehall and reggae music genres and paved …
GQ names Tinie Tempah Britain’s best dressed man 2012
Rapper Tinie Tempah is officially Britain’s best-dressed man of 2012, according to a list released by GQ magazine.
The dapper Tempah — a former chart-topper whose real name is Patrick …
Common and Drake at the Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival became the unlikely centre of hip-hop’s latest beef when Drake and Common came to town.
Rapper-turned-actor Common was promoting his role in upcoming family drama LUV, …
Whitney Houston denies having nothing
It has been reported that Whitney Houston is broke after spending her entire fortune, including $100 million from her last record deal.
Radaronline.com reported that the Bodyguard star, 48, who sought …
Jamaica Reggae Month 2012 will pay tribute to Dennis Brown
Preparations have started for Jamaica Reggae Month 2012, reports the Jamaica Gleaner.
The Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) have been in talks with Damion Crawford, minister of state in …
Tax rebate phishing emails alert
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is warning taxpayers not to fall victim to ‘phishing’ emails sent out by fraudsters in the run-up to the self-assessment deadline of January 31.
The email tells the …
A good night’s sleep is a must if you want to stay healthy
If you have ever wondered why you are so ratty in the morning, a bad night’s sleep or lack of sleep could be the cause.
A wellness expert has emphasised the importance of sleep in maintaining …
Red Tails – the story of the Tuskegee Airmen
The Tuskegee Airmen, an all Black fighter unit formed in 1941, prepared and trained to become pursuit pilots in a war that many of the Army brass never intended for them to fight in. The George Lucas …
Ish people say videos
You may have seen the comedy videos entitled “Shit Girls Say” on YouTube. As usual, when something’s remotely funny, people bring out parody versions.
We’ve found some that are a …
No Apology
Following the media storm in a teacup last week, police received more than 40 complaints about MP Diane Abbott’s “racist” slur against white people — but she will NOT face charges. The …
Six part miniseries of Nelson Mandela’s life planned
Kweku Mandela
A six part miniseries based on the life of Nelson Mandela is in the works from South Africa’s Out of Africa Entertainment, the UKs Left Bank Pictures and Canada’s Blue Ice …