Pras Michel Sues Lauryn Hill For Fraud, Breach of Contract Over Fugees Reunion Tour
The lawsuit claims that Hill exploited Michel’s “vulnerable legal situation,” manipulating him into an unfair agreement regarding the tour’s financial arrangements.
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John Amos, Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, Dies at 84
John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, died at 84.
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Old Folks Saying: ‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’
The October Old Folks Saying is, “That dog don’t hunt.”
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Iconic Jackson 5 Member Tito Jackson Dies at 70
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70.
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James Earl Jones, Iconic Voice of Darth Vader and EGOT Winner, Dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the legendary actor whose deep, resonant voice became synonymous with some of the most iconic characters in film history, passed away Monday.
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Soul Icon Frankie Beverly, Frontman of Maze, Passes Away at 77
Frankie Beverly, the iconic frontman of the soul, R&B, and funk band Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has died at the age of 77.
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Celebrating 30 Years of the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans
The 2024 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ presented by Coca-Cola® was a spectacular event, drawing about 500,000 attendees to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
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NFL Players Choir Hits a High Note at the Essence Fest 30th Anniversary
This iconic all-NFL choir took the stage at the 30th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
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Ensemble Theatre’s Young Performers Program Summer 2024 Offering Top-Quality Training
The Ensemble Theatre’s theatre arts training program — the Young Performers Program (also known as YPP) Summer Sessions — is offering top-quality training in the areas of theatre, dance, vocal performance, music theory and technology this year.
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2nd Annual Empire State Jazz Festival Returns to Discovery Green this Saturday
The Second Annual Empire State Jazz Festival returns to scenic Discovery Green in downtown Houston this Saturday, May 11 with an impressive lineup of renowned jazz artists from across the nation.
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Mary J. Blige and A Tribe Called Quest to Be Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024
The Rock Hall has announced one of its most significant inductions yet with the R&B queen and hip-hop legends joining a prestigious roster that includes Kool & The Gang, Cher, Foreigner, Dave Matthews Band, Peter Frampton, and Ozzy Osbourne.
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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Gallops to No. 1, Making History on Billboard 200 Music Chart
With an impressive 407,000 equivalent album units, “Cowboy Carter” secures Beyoncé’s eighth chart-topping album, solidifying her status as a musical powerhouse. Fans and critics alike said the remarkable feat reflects her artistry’s enduring appeal and influence.
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Houston Actor Kedrick Brown Set to Guest Star on ‘The Rookie,’ Educates Theatre Students in Cy-Fair ISD
Kedrick Brown is committed to nurturing the next generation of actors and performers, and his dedication to the Cy-Fair Independent School District reaffirms his commitment to inspiring and empowering young artists.
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Announces 2025 Dates: See Details
The countdown has already begun for next year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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Beyoncé Releases ‘COWBOY CARTER’
Houston native and world-renowned superstar Beyoncé’s eighth studio album, COWBOY CARTER, is available worldwide now.
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Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black Man to Win Oscar for Supporting Actor, Dies
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar for movie ‘An Officer and a Gentleman,’ has died at age 87.
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Houston’s Main Street Theater Produces World Premiere of ‘Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word’ by Thomas Meloncon
Main Street Theater is producing the world premiere of Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word by nationally-acclaimed Houston playwright Thomas Meloncon.
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The ‘Love Hard’ Tour Coming to Houston This March
The ‘Love Hard’ Tour is stopping by Houston’s Toyota Center on Friday, March 22, so get ready to groove to the smooth sounds and electrifying beats of world-class artists.
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Frankie Beverly and Maze Stopping By Houston’s Toyota Center for ‘I Wanna Thank You’ Farewell Tour
R&B music legends Frankie Beverly and Maze, known for classic hits like “Before I Let Go”, “Happy Feelin’s” and “Joy and Pain,” are stopping by Houston’s Toyota Center for their “I Wanna Thank You” Farewell Tour on April 13.
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‘Super Freak: The Rick James Story’ Coming to Houston’s Hobby Center
“Super Freak: The Rick James Story” brings the late star’s turbulent life to the stage, creating a musical extravaganza that immerses the audience in a vibrant and sensual showcase of his popular hits such as “Give It to Me Baby,” “Mary Jane,” and “Super Freak.”
