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VH1 – 100 Greatest Artists of All Time

Luisa — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:41:36 +0000

Alicia Keys, Ozzy Osbourne, The Beatles and Michael Jackson are to be featured on a four-night special called “100 Greatest Artists of All Time,” VH1 said.

The list was determined by a poll of well-known music artists and industry experts. With Jim Shearer serving as host, the program is to have a two-hour premiere Sept. 6.

In 1998, VH1 launched the same list as the channel’s first countdown special; however; much has changed since the dawn of the new millennium. VH1 puts this debate up for a vote again to see which rock pioneers still matter and which new acts rate in the age of download-to-own music and ever-changing pop culture.
The countdown will include special, rarely-seen performance footage along with brand new, totally original interviews with music’s most famous faces.

Source: realitytvworld.com

Alicia Keys’ Dream Wedding

Inês — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:47:27 +0000

As the sun set over the clear-blue Mediterranean Sea on July 31st, singer Alicia Keys and her fiancé, music producer Swizz Beatz, exchanged vows in front of family and close friends, including Queen Latifah, Tommy Hilfiger, Christian Louboutin and Bono.

The private event was held at a seafront estate on the southern coast of the French island of Corsica, where the mind-body sage Deepak Chopra, the couple’s pal, officiated the intimate service. Swizz’s eldest son, 9-year-old Prince Nasir Dean — served as best man to his dad.

“The whole ceremony was magical, like something out of a dream,” an eyewitness tells Life & Style.

The beaming bride wore a custom-made, Grecian inspired one-shouldered silk Vera Wang gown with crystal detailing, a dazzling diamond necklace headband, custom made by Jacob the Jeweler, and jewel-encrusted Christian Louboutin sandals accented her feet. Swizz, whose given name is Kasseem Dean, sported a white Tom Ford tuxedo with a black bow tie.

The pair, who are expecting a child in early November, were overcome with joy. “I love everything about her,” Swizz tells Life & Style about his new wife.

Source: Life&Stlyle Magazine

Alicia to perform @ MTV VMA’s 2010

Luisa — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:08:11 +0000

Alicia Keys is scheduled to perform at the MTV VMA’s show, along with Jay-Z, Pink, 30 Seconds to Mars, Katy Perry and Usher. The 2010 VMA’s kicks off in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 12 at 9 p.m.

Alicia has got three nominations with ‘Empire State of Mind’!

» Best Collaboration [Vote]
» Best Direction [See]
» Best Cinematography [See]

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz Hang in the Hamptons

Luisa — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 13:44:19 +0000

“A pregnant Alicia Keys retreated to the Hamptons to support her fiancé Swizz Beatz, who was honored at the 11th Annual Art for Life benefit at Russell Simmons’ East Hampton estate on Saturday (July 24). The star-studded fundraising event drew the likes of John Legend and girlfriend Christine Teigen, Maxwell, Selita Ebanks, Rev Run, and others.

Swizz, who has two sons, Kasseem Jr., 3, and Prince Nasir, 9, from previous relationships, told PEOPLE his future bride is ready for motherhood. “Alicia is definitely one of those great parents-to-be,” he said, while adding, “I’m definitely one of those great parents as well.”

The couple does not want to know the sex of their baby in advance. “We don’t know,” shared the producer. “We’re just going to let that be magical. Whatever we’re blessed with, boy, girl, twins, that baby is being born to blessed parents.”

Source: Rap-up.

Alicia Keys, Jay-Z And Sade To Perform At Black Ball NY

Luisa — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:25:11 +0000

Alicia Keys, Jay-Z and Sade will all grace the stage at the 7th annual Black Ball NY at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom. The event, which is mounted by Keys’ Keep a Child Alive organization, will take place September 30.

“Sade? Jay-Z? Both icons and both major influences of mine. I am overwhelmed by their generosity in helping us continue the tradition of making the Black Ball the best fundraiser in NYC,” Keys said in a statement. “There are more surprises coming up! Stay tuned!”

KCA also organized the Black Ball London this past May, where U.K. group Kasabian and British singer Bryan Ferry performed. The organization helps families struggling with HIV/AIDS throughout India and Africa and, since 2004, has generated more than $10 million.

News about the Re-Release of TEOF

Luisa — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:00:53 +0000

The re-release of Alicia Keys’ smash album THE ELEMENT OF FREEDOM will include the anticipated music video PUT IT IN A LOVE SONG with Beyoncé. Although the song was expected to be released as a single later this year, those plans have apparently been shelved to make way for a new song that Alicia wrote and recorded in France earlier this year. It will be called ‘L.O.V.E’.

The video will be regarded as a gift and collectors item for her fans.

Source: UKMIX.org

BET Awards 2010

Luisa — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:08:55 +0000

Yesterday, Alicia won 2 BET awards, Best Female R&B Artist & Best Collaboration w/ Jay Z (Empire State of Mind) and her performance was absolutely A-MA-ZING! If you couldn’t watch it, check this video:

Medley

Adore (Tribute to Prince)

Purple Rain (With Patti LaBelle)

Download links:
» Prince Tribute – Adore
» Medley

(Thanks to AKBR!)

This post is being updated as soon as we get more information.

Essence Music Festival 2010

Luisa — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:13:39 +0000

Essence Music Festival itself will be held at the Superdome in New Orleans for three days, beginning July 2. Nephew Tommy is going to host the gig with a special appearance from Steve Harvey. More info about the festival can be found at the official website.

Alicia will perform at the main stage, on Saturday – 3rd July, at 11:30pm.

» Buy your tickets here;
» Music Schedule;

Alicia Keys’ African blessing (HQ Photos)

Luisa — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:40:00 +0000

The Grammy award-winning singer, who is about five months pregnant, arrived in South Africa to headline the Fifa Kick-Off Concert in Soweto last week. On Wednesday, Keys and Swizz Beatz, her music producer fiancé, both decked out in beads and leopard print, had their union and their unborn child blessed in a traditional ceremony at Illovo on the South Coast.

The ceremony took place under a huge fig tree – dubbed “the healing tree” – which symbolises good fortune and good health. The R&B diva, known for her stylish wardrobe, swopped her blue jeans, cowboy boots and knee-length jersey to emerge from behind the tree in a skirt, a blue sash over her shoulder and a beaded headdress, necklace and bracelets.

The two-hour ceremony was arranged months in advance at Keys’s request by the non-governmental organisation, Bobbi Bear, a child abuse group funded by Keys’ Keep a Child Alive (KCA) Foundation. The local NGO runs a weekly HIV/Aids awareness clinic under the tree.

Staff from Bobbi Bear formed a circle and greeted the couple with songs of praise and welcome. They were joined by about 50 locals who gathered under the tree to watch the proceedings.

Source: timeslive.co.za

BET Awards 2010

Luisa — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:31:38 +0000

Just 10 days to Alicia’s performance at BET Awards! Don’t forget to vote for Alicia and watch it on June 27th.

» Official Website