Whitney Houston Miraculous Comeback–Will Tour Again… as a Hologram! Is this Unholy?
Whitney Houston, a star of the first magnitude–when she was alive– is reportedly ready to shine again on stage as a hologram....
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Explosive Charges: Whitney Houston Abused as Child by Famous Singer’s Sister
Whitney Houston, the iconic singer who died tragically in 2012 on the eve of the Grammy Awards, was abused as an eight-year-old child by the sister of a famous singer. The charges are contained in a new documentary about her life titled “Whitney.” The R&B star’s assistant, Mary Jones, and Whitney’s half-brother, Gary Garland-Houston, make the disturbing claims in the film....
Tony Moran Steps From the Booth to the Stage With New Double Album
Tony Moran has put the beat in dance for some of the biggest names in pop music. But the top-ranked DJ and Grammy-nominated producer and remixer will step onto the stage himself with next month’s release of his 28-track double album titled moodswings. He’s worked on top dance hits with such artists as Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Mary J Blige, Janet Jackson and Jennifer Lopez....
Jordin Sparks Back to Music With New ‘Skipping a Beat’ (listen!)
Jordin Sparks, who has largely lived up to her “American Idol” billing, has released her first new song, “Skipping a Beat,’ in four years. She’s set to refocus on music after her solid outing in the 2012 film “Sparkle” with the late Whitney Houston. The track has an easy listening R&B vibe as she sings about true love, presumably inspired by boyfriend and singer Jason Derulo. The singer released her sophomore album, Battlefield” in 2009....
Mariah Carey Releases Full Oz Track 'Almost Home' (listen!)
Mariah Carey has finally released the full track for “Almost Home” from the “Oz Great and Powerful” soundtrack. It’s the version that will go to radio today. Carey's last major soundtrack hit was a duet with Whitney Houston for “When You Believe” for "The Prince of Egypt." ...
Celine Dion, Usher To Perform at Whitney Houston Tribute
Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson and Usher will headline a special tribute concert in memory of pop icon Whitney Houston, who died in February on the eve of the Grammy Awards from complications related to drug abuse. The one-hour CBS Entertainment special will tape Oct. 11 at the Nokia Theatre L.A. and air on CBS Nov. 16 at 10pm. It’s titled “We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute To Whitney Houston.” The special will include interviews and clips from Houston’s most memorable performances, including never-seen-before footage. During her career, the six-time Grammy winner sold more than 170 million albums, songs and videos....
Jordin Sparks 'Celebrate' Video Honors Whitney Houston (watch)
Whitney Houston’s duet with Jordin Sparks on the song “Celebrate” has been made into a video honoring the late singer. But it doesn’t show Whitney singing! The video was made posthumously (shot in May) so obviously shots of Whitney in the video, which are fleeting, are taken from the movie....
Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks Duet on Houston's Last Song (listen!)
Whitney Houston’s life was on the upswing as evidenced by “Celebrate,” the last song she ever recorded. She sang the duet for her movie “Sparkle” with Jordin Sparks, who led a tribute to Houston at the Billboard Music Awards....
Aretha Franklin, Queen of Soul, Has Another Side–Survivor
Before Aretha Franklin was a pop legend, she was a gospel and blues singer. Like Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, and Dinah Washington before her, she has had to overcome prejudice, frustration, a teen pregnancy, weight problems and devastating emotional trauma during her career. Fortunately, Aretha has been able to channel her feelings into some of the most memorable and soulful music of the 20th century. ...
Drew Pinsky Slams Docs in Whitney Houston Death
Whitney Houston died from her addiction to prescription drugs, which are easily obtained from Beverly Hills doctors who crave celebrity patients, according to Dr. Drew Pinsky, an addiction specialist and television show host. Pinsky, who hosts reality shows, “Celebrity Rehab” and “Dr. Drew,” slammed doctors who over-prescribe painkillers and other narcotics to celebrities. Celebrities are more likely to die from prescriptions than illegal drugs, today, he said....
Bruce Springsteen's Second Coming as Seminal Rock Voice
Bruce Springsteen's performance on Jimmy Fallon's show this week in advance of his new album, Wrecking Ball convinces me that his newest effort is not only his best work yet, but that he has indeed become the voice of a generation. Honestly, no one writes like him anymore; it's pure, unadulterated craftsmanship. And, his rag-tag E Street Band is just totally in sync; they're flawless in their execution....
Cissy Houston, Bobby Brown Nasty Funeral Fight Detailed
Singer Bobby Brown's reportedly had an angry confrontation with Whitney Houston's mother, Cissy Houston, the day before his ex-wife and mother of his child was laid to rest earlier this month. It may explain his angry behavior at the funeral. Brown and Cissy Houston reportedly met on the day before Whitney's funeral Feb. 18 and had a blowout fight. Cissy put the blame squarely on Bobby for the superstar singer's death. Drugs and alcohol appear to be the cause, pending results of toxicology tests....
Jennifer Hudson Best for Whitney Houston Biopic; Here's Why
Whitney Houston's sudden death was shocking, but what a story. Not surprisingly, a biopic is already being talked about and a number of top stars are being mentioned for the role. But here's who's likely to get it. Rihanna, who just turned 24, has been reported to be the favorite for the role, and bears some resemblance to the young Whitney. But in reality, her chances are pretty slim....
Whitney Houston Secret Love a Factor in Her Demise
Whitney Houston's disastrous marriage to Bobby Brown and her ultimate demise may have been triggered, in part, because she loved a woman. She lived in fear her lesbianism would destroy her family and career. Although rumors followed her throughout her life, she never addressed them, nor did her alleged lover Robyn Crawford, a lifelong friend. But it profoundly affected her life....
Alicia Keys Touched By Angel in Whitney Houston Eulogy (video)
Alicia Keys, a sister in soul with Whitney Houston reached out the singer’s mother Cissy and daughter Bobbi Kristina during her eulogy to the fallen superstar at her funeral today (Feb. 18). Keys, who performed a powerful “Send Me an Angel,” singing and playing the piano solo, gave a brief tearful address afterward....