The Latest Zany Theory From R. Kelly's Defense Team Jun 6, 2008
Hankerson's niece, Aaliyah, married Kelly when she was 15; when the manager left Kelly, he wrote a letter to his record label saying that the singer "needed psychiatric help for his compulsion to pursue underage girls.". Does it hurt the prosecution if Kelly's attorneys mention in open court that a disgruntled ex-manager might have been directly or indirectly involved in the tape's release. (Slate)
R. Kelly Trial: P.I. Accuses 'Threesome' Woman Of Extortion; Video Analyst Says There's No Way To Tell If Sex Tape Was Faked Jun 6, 2008
DeRogatis and Sparkle also discussed a B.H. meaning former Kelly manager Barry Hankerson wanting revenge "for the whole Aaliyah thing" and a theory that Hankerson had sent him the tape in the first place. Find a review of. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hip-Hop Photographer Jonathan Mannion -- Who Just Took Pics For Lil Wayne's LP -- Talks About Classic Shoots With Jay-Z, Eminem, Others Jun 5, 2008
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R. Kelly Trial: What Has Prosecution Proved About Sex Tape -- And Should Kelly Be Worried? Jun 4, 2008
They have yet to elaborate on Hankerson's possible motives, but this area gets tricky for them, since it opens up the Aaliyah door. (Kelly married the then-15-year-old singer in 1994, using a falsified marriage certificate that listed her age as 18; the marriage was annulled six months later, and Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001 ... But the jury did not hear that Kelly married Aaliyah when she was 15 years old, so if the defense wants to argue that Hankerson Aaliyah's uncle was behind all... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Dispatches From the R. Kelly Trial May 23, 2008
He married the now-deceased R&B ingnue Aaliyah Haughton when she was 15; her parents had the marriage annulled immediately. (For all the sordid details, settle in with Bill Wyman's indispensable. (Slate)
Profile: Successes and scandals May 10, 2008
Kelly reportedly married Aaliyah when she was 15 years old ... His first brush with controversy came in 1995 when he reportedly married his protege, Rer Aaliyah, when she was just 15 years old ... US hip-hop magazine Vibe subsequently printed a document purporting to be the couple's marriage certificate, in which Aaliyah's age was falsely listed as 18. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
R. Kelly sex trial looms May 9, 2008
Kelly married Aaliyah (15). Kelly was also briefly married to his protege Aaliyah, tying the knot with the teen idol in 1994 when she was just 15. (iAfrica.com)
R. Kelly's defense asks to delay trial -- again May 8, 2008
Documents show that Kelly secretly married singer Aaliyah in 1994, when she was 15. The marriage was annulled by her parents; Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001. (CNN)
R. Kelly: A Timeline Of Events Leading Up To His Child-Pornography Trial, Which Finally Begins This Week May 8, 2008
1991 R. Kelly meets manager Barry Hankerson's niece Aaliyah Haughton she was 12 years old at the time ... However, he first marries 15-year-old Aaliyah using a falsified marriage certificate that lists her age as 18 in August ... 1995 Six months after the wedding, Aaliyah's marriage to Kelly is annulled in February when her parents find out; her uncle continues to work with Kelly. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Will R. Kelly Finally Go on Trial? May 8, 2008
In 1994, Kelly married one of his earliest proteges, the singer Aaliyah. She was apparently just 15 years old, but said she was 18; the marriage was annulled. (Time.com)
Mary J Blige May 4, 2008
People started dying around me - like, one of my beautiful girlfriends is dead today because of something she was dealing with and then someone I knew in the music business died [the singer Aaliyah] and then the World Trade Center blew up and I was like: "OK, I'm next!" I seriously thought I was going to go. . (Guardian Unlimited)
Independently-minded Apr 23, 2008
The XX are from south west London, they list their influences as ranging from "Aaliyah to CocoRosie" and they're signed to Young Turks, the indie label once responsible for Jack Penate and Kid Harpoon. They've also covered soul duo Womack and Womack's Teardrop in a suitably lo-fi, new wave kind of way. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Too fast, too young Apr 21, 2008
Another 22-year-old musician to face her maker in a plane crash was the sensational Aaliyah. Before she died, she had released three albums, sold 32 million records, been nominated for nine Grammies and won three American Music Awards. (iAfrica.com)
Report: Plane that crashed overloaded Mar 24, 2008
Excess weight from video production equipment was cited as contributing the August 2001 crash that killed R&B star Aaliyah, shortly after takeoff from Abaco in the Bahamas, on her way to Opa-locka Airport near Miami. Related Subjects. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lil Wayne 'Loves' His First Tour Of The U.K., Talks About New Single 'Lollipop' Mar 22, 2008
As a person, he was great,' Weezy says of Aaliyah, Ginuwine songwriter Steve 'Static Major' Garrett, who died suddenly in late February ... " Wayne describes the late Steve "Static Major" Garrett former member of the Rp Playa and songwriter/producer for the likes of Tank, Ginuwine and Aaliyah as one of the most talented individuals he's come across. "As a person, he was great," Wayne added. "He was from Louisville, Kentucky ... I could throw one song out there that he wrote: He wrote 'Rock the... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Four New Heights gymnasts score 10.0s Mar 5, 2008
Alaina Fontenot was eighth all-around, Chelcee Davis was ninth all-around, Alex Hebert was 11th all-around, Christine Hutchinson was 13th all-around, Aaliyah Walker was 14th all-around and Adelle Patin was 15th all-around. In Level 4, age 8-9, Lauryn Menard was third all-around and third in the balance beam. (New Iberia, LA)
Sid Sink Open Results Feb 26, 2008
45 2 1) Holt, Catherine 2) Timmons, Tania 3) Vanleer, Aaliyah 4) Doss, Mira 9 Worthington Thomas Worthington 'B' 4:39 ... 25 5 Vanleer, Aaliyah Cleveland He 10 ... 50 10 Vanleer, Aaliyah Cleveland He 7. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Lil Wayne Visits Students At His Old New Orleans School -- And Gets Asked To Prom! Feb 22, 2008
His second single, aimed at the ladies, is called "Lollipop" and features acclaimed songwriter Static (Aaliyah, Timbaland, Missy Elliott). "That's me. I love music," he said about the new tattoo on his face that reads "I Am Music" in red letters. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Vital Statistics Feb 18, 2008
Kaimana Kealaleiahiokamaunahualalainakapohaku Ming-Zhu Aaliyah Siu. Lilia Kamuela Kawililani Sueda. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
These fab five write the songs and they're singing them, too Feb 15, 2008
" Johnta Austin Album: Ocean Drive (March 25) Single:The One That Got Away Hit list: Mariah Carey (We Belong Together, Don't Forget About Us, It's Like That, Shake It Off), Mary J. Blige (Be Without You), Tyrese (Sweet Lady), Monica (Everytime Tha Beat Drop), Aaliyah (Miss You), Jessica Simpson (A Public Affair) Highlights: Won Grammys for R&B song in 2006 (Be Without You) and 2005 (We Belong Together). On writing: "A song should have a catchy chorus and a good melody something that sticks in... (USA Today -- Life)
DMS Girls Take MGMSAA Title Feb 13, 2008
Pictured: Head Coach Paula Gibson, Bailey Versprille, Manager Porcha Black, Aaliyah Smith, Aniqua Pauldo, Brandi Hightower, Ra Shanda Thomas, Ashai Brown, Alexxus Holliman, Jakia Wilson, Tiffany Johnson, Assistant Coach Lakeisha Wright; La Shayla Pittman, Shikira Willis, Shakerah Wright, Shumara Carswell, Quiondra Darrisaw, April Jordan. COMMENTS. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dublin Middle Sweeps MGMSAA Finals Feb 12, 2008
D: Ashai Brown 8, Quiondra Darrisaw 5, Aniqua Pauldo 5, Aaliyah Smith 4, Shikira Willis 4, Shumara Carswell 2, Shakerah Wright 2, Tyanna Johnson 2, La Shalya Pittman 2 ... Dub: Quiondra Darrisaw 11, Shikira Willis 6, Ashai Brown 4, April Jordan 3, Shakerah Wright 3, Aaliyah Smith 2, Jakia Wilson 2. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Best bets for Black History Feb 10, 2008
Farley is the author of the bestselling biography Aaliyah: More Than a Woman and the novels My Favorite War and Kingston by Starlight. Gibbs will interview Eric Jerome Dickey about his new book Chasing Destiny next week so be sure to go back and check out his regularly. (The Palm Beach Post)
Paramore, Timbaland, OneRepublic Rock People's Pre-Grammy Party Feb 10, 2008
After Swift vacated, the house DJ (who kept referring to People magazine as "Peoples magazine") flipped through a marathon of Timbo's greatest hits from his slinky, early work with Ginuwine and Aaliyah to the bigger-beat stuff from his solo album Shock Value and tracks he cut with Justin Timberlake and Nelly Furtado much to the delight of the crowd and the celebs who had begun to pack the VIP (a list that included Fergie, Ludacris, Travis Barker and Will. I.Am. (VHI.com -- Music News)
'I saw my life going down a drain' Feb 1, 2008
"I saw my life going down a drain. One of my real close girlfriends died; I thought I was next. And then Aaliyah died, and then New York just blew up completely - like POW! - I thought I was next. And I realised I didn't want to die like this, not tragic like this. So it's gonna take a series of events, something tragic, to really wake her up.". There's a pause, then Blige says: "I'd like to collaborate with her. I hope I get the chance.". (Guardian Unlimited)
Dublin Middle Earns Split With Dodge County Jan 31, 2008
D Quiondra Darrisaw 13, Shumara Carswell 6, Shakerah Wright 4, Aaliyah Smith 3, Shikira Willis 2. Boys. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Gone Before 30: Stars Who Died Young Jan 24, 2008
Aaliyah Dana Haughton, known simply as Aaliyah by hip-hop and R, was one of the industry's most promising female stars ... Meanwhile, R. Kelly, the singer who helped write and produce Aaliyah's album, married the 14-year-old singer ... Aaliyah went on to release "One in a Million" at age 17, which was certified double-platinum within a year. (ABC News)
Glastonbury puzzleOrganisers say a black US artist will headline - but who is it? Jan 11, 2008
Super-producer Timbaland is the mastermind behind Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Aaliyah and Missy Elliot. Last year, he stepped out from behind the mixing desk to release his own top 10 album, Shock Value. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
R. Kelly flourishes despite misdeeds Dec 21, 2007
In 1995, Kelly was said to have married Detroit Rer Aaliyah, who was just 15 at the time. Both denied the reports, although a wedding license eventually confirmed the nuptials. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mary J. Blige Celebrates Growing Pains Release With John Legend, Fabolous, Chingy Dec 20, 2007
Tank recalled his first tour experience, with Aaliyah and Ginuwine, as a part of a Blige-headlined tour. "I'm forever grateful for the experience," he said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Flower child Dec 8, 2007
Wagonwheel Elementary School third-grade student Aaliyah Eutsler stops Irene Murphree before their school s performance of the Nutcracker at Cam-plex Heritage Center on Thursday night. The performance featured music and a variety of costumes including flowers. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Community honors local veterans Nov 17, 2007
At right, L to R, Aaliyah Perry, Amanda Schmidt and Alanah Wright march in the Veterans Day parade. (Photos by Bob Bjoin). (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Comeback class| Nov 13, 2007
In 1994 he was married briefly to the singer Aaliyah, who was 15 at the time. However this is nothing compared to the 33 counts of child pornography which the singer was charged with from 2002 to 2003. (iAfrica.com)
Does size matter? Nov 6, 2007
To paraphrase Aaliyah [it] ain t nothing but a number, going down ain t nothing but a thang. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
If you wanna be a pop star, you better get with the girls Oct 21, 2007
Producers have done immensely cool, creepy, daft and marvellous things with Britney, Amerie, Aaliyah, Christina Aguilera; Gwen Stefani's records do nothing but monkey about with pop convention. The sexiness of these female stars - the crux of pop transactions - is a given. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
R. Kelly's Case Has Done His Career Little Harm, Say Fergie, Lupe Fiasco, Chris Brown, Lloyd, Others Sep 22, 2007
Besides his annulled marriage to then-15-year-old Aaliyah, a number of women in Chicago have come forward to file criminal sexual conduct lawsuits against the singer, claiming he took advantage of them when they were underage (see ). And with the girl in question, there were a number of Department of Child and Family Services investigations regarding Kelly's alleged molestation of her, starting when she was 12. (VHI.com -- Music News)
BET's '106 & PARK' Scores Impressive Ratings for Tuesday's 'Clash of the Titans' Featuring 50 Cent and Kanye West Sep 14, 2007
The "Clash of the Titans" episode is also the #2 Music Series Telecast in BET history, behind 106 & PARK's tribute to Aaliyah on Aug. 27, 2001. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Rapper DMX escapes jail Aug 26, 2007
Mr Simmonds co-starred with the late Aaliyah in the 2000 movie Romeo Must Die and appeared with Steven Seagal in last year's Exit Wounds. See also. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sex, pies and videotape Aug 25, 2007
When he was a 27-year-old millionaire, Kelly married a 15-year-old girl (the now deceased pop starlet Aaliyah). I can't comprehend why someone would do that, just as I can't understand why someone would (allegedly) urinate on a teenager before releasing an album titled Chocolate Factory. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
After EMI, now UMG goes for DRM-free songs Aug 13, 2007
by - August 10, 2007 - 0 comments. More than a month after refusing to enter long-term deal with Apple Inc. to sell music through its online music store iTunes, Universal Music Group on Thursday announced that its soon going to make many of its songs available without copy protection. (The Money Times)
School's out Aug 12, 2007
Rhiana, who earlier sat listening to Aaliyah, now beats steel. Rhiana's first instrument was the cello. (Guardian Unlimited)
What are the worst films of all time? Aug 1, 2007
And for poor Aaliyah, what a sucky way to go out, in a plane crash, with an abysmal final film to your name. Posted by: Tom on August 1, 2007 1:37 PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
FAM JAMS! At Penn's Landing -- New Family Friendly Series Premieres This Summer At Penn's Landing Jul 14, 2007
Keke's musical inspiration comes from influences such as Aaliyah, TLC, and Brandy. Keke hopes that her fans listen to her album and ``feel (her) passion for singing and songwriting. (Primezone Releases)
Chris Brown, Diddy, Swizz Beatz Rock Summer Jam — Kanye Actually Keeps Quiet Jun 6, 2007
Ciara, dressed all in white, channeled Aaliyah during her set, gyrating while singing "Promise" and "Like a Boy.". Ne-Yo, Fabolous, and Young Jeezy were the first to brave the wet weather. (VHI.com -- Music News)
A day of remembering May 28, 2007
Perched on the back of their car was Rowe's 8-year-old great-granddaughter, Aaliyah Mahanes, in a blue velour dress and white apron and cap, clutching a flag in an embroidery hoop. "I'm Betsy Ross," said Mahanes, explaining that she was pretending to be woman whom history credits with sewing the first American flag. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
It's just a fantasy May 26, 2007
I ve been compared to the Sister Sister chicks and Aaliyah (which i guess that depends on how my hair is) ... Slim Sister Sister chicks and Aaliyah Check. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Expect to see locals on Fox's 'Dancing' show May 24, 2007
"I'm so proud of Atlanta," added Shane Sparks, another choreographer and judge who has worked with singers such as Monica and the late Aaliyah. "We've seen some good guy 'poppers.' " (Poppers are hip-hop dancers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
May 16-31, 2007 Obituaries May 23, 2007
Aaliyah Smothers, infant Aaliyah Cheyenne Smothers, infant daughter of Amanda Dawn Smothers of LaFayette and Antres McReynolds of Fort Oglethorpe, died Saturday, May 19, 2007. Services: Tuesday, May 22, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
R. Kelly's Va. Tech Song May 17, 2007
In addition to selling 50 million records, Kelly was an ex-husband to the late singer Aaliyah before she could vote and is currently battling a charge of soliciting a minor for child pornography. The man needs image rehab, and the fact that he seems to be jumping on the Blacksburg bandwagon is, you know, gross. (Time.com)
R. Kelly's Wife Says He Isn't In Alleged Sex Tape — Though She Hasn't Seen It May 4, 2007
" During their working relationship, Kelly, then 27, married Aaliyah, then 15 (the marriage was later annulled). R. Kelly and Andrea's relationship started becoming a "love story," she says, and they married in 1996, when she was 22. "I'll tell you, whatever happens to us, I will love that man to the day I die," she said. In fact, she says, they're attempting to reconcile. But even with those attempts, she's not choreographing for him anymore she's shifted her focus to helping young girls. Last... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Unk, Polow Da Don, B.O.B. — Who Will Be The Next ATL Star? May 1, 2007
Johnta Austin This singer/songwriter penned hits for Mariah Carey and Aaliyah, among others, before prepping his debut, Ocean Drive, which sparked the minor hit "Turn It Up" with Jadakiss. Austin's album, however, was never released, and he parted ways with Virgin Records and followed mentor Jermaine Dupri with whom he recently shared ASCAP Pop Songwriter of the Year honors to Island Def Jam. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Choosing the Best Wedding Song Apr 30, 2007
Aaliyah-- One in a Million. Ashanti-- Only U. (Suite101.com)
Love is a mix tape Apr 26, 2007
R.I.P Aaliyah I just had to go here: The One I Gave My Heart To. How Could The One I Gave My Heart To, Break My Heart So Bad. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
• People You Should Know: Teen looks to help shape the world through poetry Apr 22, 2007
Personal/family: Darlene Upchurch, mother; Kevin Brown Sr., father; Devin Brown, brother; and Aaliyah Brown, sister ... One choice of a dinner companion, dead or alive: The great late singer Aaliyah ... Aaliyah was just one of those people who I had on a list to meet when I was got older. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
UNDERGROUND ANXIETY Apr 13, 2007
Jack Smith and the Destructionof Atlantis Directed by Mary Jordan Jack Smith, the underground filmmaker who died in 1989, survives in the Aaliyah music video, We Need a Resolution , that showed the pretty young R&B singer entwined with a huge boa constrictor. Exotic, contradictory, even a bit off-putting, it was a Jack Smith blend of desire and debasement. (New York Press)
The Legendary James Brown Rightfully Peaks List of BET's TOP 25 DANCERS of All Time Apr 11, 2007
COMPLETE LIST OF TOP 25 DANCERS: 1) James Brown 2) Michael Jackson 3) Nicholas Brothers 4) Chris Brown 5) Janet Jackson 6) Prince 7) MC Hammer 8) Savion Glover 9) Beyonce 10) The Temptations 11) Usher 12) Alvin Ailey 13) Jennifer Lopez 14) Bobby Brown 15) Omarion 16) Shakira 17) Cab Calloway 18) Aaliyah 19) Tina Turner 20) Missy Elliot 21) Gregory Hines 22) Rosie Perez 23) Big Daddy Kane 24) Puffy 25) Ciara. About BET Networks. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BET Doesn't 'Miss A Beat' With the King-Size Countdown of The TOP 25 DANCERS of All Time Apr 3, 2007
Fatima Robinson, choreographed Oscar-nominated DREAM GIRLS and was named one of Entertainment Weekly's "100 Most Creative People in Entertainment." She is the woman behind the moves for The Gap, Save The Last Dance, Will Smith, Mary J Blige, No Doubt, Busta Rhymes, Nelly, Backstreet Boys, Santana, and the late Aaliyah. Her innovative, fluid, urban style has made her the hottest choreographer in the industry. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
- Alexis Petridis finds no reasoning in Timbaland's rhymes Mar 30, 2007
Looking at his career, it's hard to avoid the impression that the startling hits he has essayed, for Aaliyah, Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z, among others, are scant recompense for his failure to become a successful rapper. It's not for want of trying - Shock Value is his fifth solo album - but the public who turn out in their millions to buy his productions elect to stay home when his name appears on the cover. (Guardian Unlimited)
Timbaland gets ready to 'Shock' with new musical blend Mar 27, 2007
-Aaliyah-Missy Elliott-Beck-Jay-Z-Whitney Houston-Wyclef Jean-Nelly Furtado-Justin Timberlake-Chingy-Bubba Sparxxx-Ginuwine-Lil' Kim -Ludacris-Eve-LL Cool J-Nas-Omarion-Brandy-Bust Rhymes ... He teamed with Elliott to write and produce Aaliyah's double platinum One in a Million ... Tragedy struck late that year when Aaliyah died in a plane crash. (USA Today)
TIMBALAND: Producer's solo album delivers with a little help from friends Mar 27, 2007
Timbaland's voice has even progressed from his infamous "uh huh's," from the Aaliyah days. His harmonies further solidify his singing. (Daily Orange, NY)
Six Degrees Of Timbaland: What Connects Him To Liberace, Guns N' Roses, Hulk Hogan? Mar 27, 2007
For more than a decade now, he's produced ear-catching, ultra-distinctive hits for the likes of Justin Timberlake, Ginuwine, Aaliyah, Destiny's Child, Jay-Z and Nelly Furtado, to name just a half-dozen ... Jackson's "You Are Not Alone" was written and produced by Kelly, who worked on Aaliyah's Age Ain't Nothin' But a Number, and Tim and Aaliyah worked together on two albums ... MacKaye, frontman for seminal punk act Minor Threat, also sang in Pailhead, a short-lived side-project of Ministry's... (VHI.com -- Music News)
‘Rat-Filled’ Beats ‘Historic,’ So City Offices Move Out Mar 17, 2007
The pop singer Aaliyah died in the crash of a flight bound here from the Bahamas in 2001. Two of the Sept. 11 hijackers practiced turns on simulators at a local flight academy. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Solomon finds wisdom in school of hard knocks Feb 28, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Tale of the tape ; Haumono prepares to hit the bags. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Where Does Britney Rank In The History Of Celebrity Flameouts? Feb 28, 2007
The Crash: The self-proclaimed "Pied Piper of R long been dogged about allegations of his proclivity for young girls, including a secret marriage at 27 to then-15-year-old Aaliyah that was quickly annulled. But in February 2002 a video emerged that allegedly showed Kelly having sex with and urinating on a 14-year-old girl who was the niece of a former prot?g?. Kelly, who was briefly imprisoned, has denied that he is the man on the tape, which has been widely bootlegged, and the unresolved... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Sondre Lerche Feb 19, 2007
The Norwegian songwriter bravely walks the too-sweet line, but, thanks to careful lyricism and restrained instrumentation, never once slips and falls into the anonymous abyss of inconsequential pop, so often exhibited by charlatan artists like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, O-Town, Five, Monica, Michelle Branch, Vanessa Carleton, New Kids on the Block, Peter, Paul and Mary, Macy Gray, The Beatles, Mozart, J.S. Bach, New Found Glory, LFO, Missy Elliott, Aaliyah... (Yale Herald, CT)
