Jamie Foxx, New Edition Open BET Awards With Rousing Michael Jackson Tributes Jun 29, 2009
Foxx does a decent Moonwalk; New Edition perform Jackson 5 medley. by Kyle Anderson, with additional reporting by Eric Ditzian. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jackson Was A Study In Black And White Jun 29, 2009
Is Danyel Smith too young to remember Jackie Robinson, or Hank Aaron, or Arthur Ashe, or Wilt Chamberlain, or Julius Erving, or Magic Johnson, or Michael Jordan, or Charles Barkley, or Cassius Clay aka Muhammed Ali, or Louis Armstrong, or Harry Belafonte, or Chuck Berry, or James Brown, or Ray Charles, or Nat King Cole, or John Coltrane, or Miles Davis, or Aretha Franklin, or Marvin Gaye, or Jimi Hendrix, or Lena Horne, or Etta James, or Quincy Jones, or Wynton Marsalis, or Smokey Robinson, or... (CBS News)
Soprano family values Jun 28, 2009
The mortal remains of James Brown had just returned from New York when the funeral home in. Against all expectations, Iraq has been one of the lesser problems on President Obama's cr. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Click to read:Focus Shifting To Drugs In Jackson's Death Jun 28, 2009
"The reason the news media is running it is because Michael was more famous around the world than anyone else, save perhaps James Brown, Muhammad Ali, and maybe 0000127E more recently Michael Jordan.So you were not a fan, big deal, that places you in the vast minority on the planet, but you presume to dictate to the world who they should or should not accept. You are disgusted by the "thousands of people are worshiping Jackson. "? Well I have news son, the numbers were in the hundreds of... (CBS News)
Pop icon's Atlanta impact Jun 28, 2009
Elvis Presley, the Beatles, James Brown and Aretha Franklin are chief among them. But Michael Jackson, who died Thursday at age 50, was a phenomenon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Nigeria: And My Idol Died Jun 28, 2009
Even for those of us who grew up in rural settings, and had no television sets at home, we knew this boy who danced better than James Brown. His name resonated like Iraqi bombs, exploding beyond boundaries. (allAfrica.com)
Local artists comment on Jackson Jun 28, 2009
"As you can imagine, one of my personal/professional highlights was during the awards ceremony on BET when Michael draped the cape over Mr. (James) Brown. None of us had any idea that was going to happen, and if you see the clip you can see our surprise. It was one of those moments where your surprise quickly turns into tears of gladness. I remember thinking how much taller Michael was in person. A talented artist will usually peak, and then tries to peak again. Michael always delivered not only... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Jackson's death leaves 'gigantic void,' local musicians say Jun 28, 2009
Palmer came up in the era of the late "Godfather of Soul," James Brown. He said Jackson was largely influenced by Brown but crafted his own unique style. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Michael Jackson's legacy: music and scandal Jun 28, 2009
With the Motown machine behind them, they pumped out music that might be labeled "bubblegum," but blended solid Rk and rock, executed perfectly by the guys and fronted by a cute, miniature version of James Brown and Jackie Wilson. As they grew, the spotlight stayed on Michael, who remained loyal to his brothers but scored big hits on his own - never more than with "Thriller," whose sales have reportedly hit 100 million units since its release in 1982. (San Francisco Chronicle)
A Little Boy Takes Charge of His Family's Band, Then Leaves It Far Behind Jun 28, 2009
"He's only 4 ft. tall," Cornelius recalls, "and you're looking at a small person who can do anything he wanted to do onstage with his feet or his voice. To get to the level of people who can do that, you're talking about James Brown as a performer. You're talking about Aretha Franklin as a singer. Michael was like that as a kid. He did it all, within the framework of one package. Nobody else did that." ... "I think James Brown is a genius, you know. When he was with the Famous Flames... (Time.com)
White House spokesman Robert Gibbs told reporters that President Barack Obama considered the pop star "a spectacular performer and music icon."• Autopsy under way to determine cause of Jackson's death Jun 27, 2009
The group opened for artists such as Gladys Knight and the Pips and James Brown. Over his career, Jackson won 13 Grammys, and at this weekend's BET Awards, many of the winners are expected to express their gratitude to him. (Xinhuanet, China)
King Of Pop Lived In Luxury, Died In Debt Jun 27, 2009
Ed McMahon and James Brown were also superstars who appeared to have died in deep debt. Many stars rely on money and talent mgrs who rob them blind--most of them being lawyers. (CBS News)
Motown's Gordy On Discovering Jackson Jun 27, 2009
But, of course, Michael, who was doing everything, the James Brown steps, the splits, the movements, and all of that was just so captivating ... A: The fact that he was doing the dances, he could have been doing, you know, just a lot of different kind of songs, blues, this, that, the James Brown type song, I'm sure you know that type of song relative to the other songs, the Frankie Lymon-type song or the kid song. (CBS News)
He changedthe course ofmusic, society Jun 27, 2009
Depending on the song, he could make his voice soar to evoke sensitivity or roar to conjure James Brown. Michael Jackson, 1958-2009. (MSNBC -- News)
BREAKING: Pop icon Michael Jackson dies at 50 Jun 27, 2009
Michael Jackson spoke at the memorial service for James Brown in Augusta at the James Brown Arena in late 2006. LOS ANGELES -- Michael Jackson, the sensationally gifted child star who rose to become the "King of Pop" and the biggest celebrity in the world only to fall from his throne in a freakish series of scandals, died Thursday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Click to read:The Man With The Moves Jun 27, 2009
As a kid, Jackson clearly mimicked James Brown, but he has known to have studied everything from street break dancing to Broadway musicals. Former Alvin Ailey Desmond Richardson danced with Jackson in the "Bad" and Dangerous music videos. (CBS News)
Michael Jackson: More than just KING OF POP Jun 27, 2009
SHOWCASE :: Erie's Entertainment Web Site. World Famous "Lipizzaner Stallions" return to Tullio Arena on Sept. 26. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Haunted By 'Thriller'? Jun 27, 2009
We recall James Brown and Jackie Wilson when he was performing with the Jackson 5. In a way, when he got older, he seemed almost child like. (Fox News)
BET Networks Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson with Three Days of Special Programming Jun 27, 2009
Jackson is featured in the countdown special as the "#2 Moment" featuring Jackson's surprise performance with James Brown at the 2003 BET Awards ... Jackson is featured in the countdown special as the "#2 Moment" featuring Jackson's surprise performance with James Brown at the 2003 BET Awards. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Usher, Beyonce, More Pay Tribute To Michael Jackson Jun 26, 2009
Jackson was inspired by fellow performer James Brown and dominated the stage like no other. He and the Jackson 5 had legendary performances at the "world famous" Apollo Theater. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Celebrities react to Jackson's death Jun 26, 2009
I have known Michael since we were both teens, worked with him, marched for him, hosted him at our House of Justice headquarters in New York, and we joined together to eulogize our mutual idol, James Brown. I have known him at his high moments and his low moments and I know he would want us to pray for his family. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Snoop Dogg, Rev Run, More Remember MJ In MTV News' 'Michael Jackson: A Tribute' Jun 26, 2009
" "I knew Michael since the mid-'70s," Al Sharpton recalled. "But we got tight in the '80s because by then James Brown had kind of adopted me as a son, and Michael was a James Brown fanatic. He used to always come to see James Brown ... I remember though, the thing that was kind of spooky to me this afternoon, I remember I got a call in the middle of the night before James Brown's last funeral, and it was the mortician saying that Michael wanted to visit the funeral home. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michael Jackson was much more than the King of Pop Jun 26, 2009
Even then, his dance moves, copped from the likes of James Brown and Jackie Wilson, were exquisite, and his onstage presence outshone seasoned veterans. The spotlight began to dim when he entered his late teens, however, and while he still had R with the Jacksons, it seemed as if he would never recapture the pop success that he burst onto the scene with as a child. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Tributes to Jackson pop up all over NYC Jun 26, 2009
Said New York resident Roosevelt Michael, as he danced to Off the Wall: "Much love. He was the greatest of all times besides James Brown!" Jerry Shriver. . (USA Today -- Life)
Capturing the Cameroon sound Jun 26, 2009
-Marie Tala sued James Brown for plagiarism - and won ... As for that James Brown incident ... Who wouldn t want to be copied by James Brown. (Boston Globe)
Rhodes: One of last public appearances was in Augusta Jun 26, 2009
Thousands of Augustans who packed into James Brown Arena for James Brown's funeral service on Dec. 30, 2006, saw one of Michael Jackson's last public appearances when he made his final tribute to his show business friend and mentor ... If he had any qualms about how Augustans felt about his recent child molestation charges or other strange behavior, they vanished when he entered James Brown arena ... He was introduced by the Rev. Sharpton who said, "I don't care what the media says tonight,... (The Augusta Chronicle)
James Brown daughter recalls Jackson's respect for father Jun 26, 2009
When Michael Jackson walked onto the stage at James Brown Arena on Dec. 30, 2006 to say a few words about the man from whom he emulated many of his dance moves, the thousands there beseeched him to do a few of his own ... She said there will never be another Michael Jackson or James Brown. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Uhles: Jackson will be remembered for music Jun 26, 2009
You'll find Eddie Van Halen, who played on Thriller; Prince, who was Jackson's closest contemporary and of course, James Brown - lots and lots of James Brown. It should also be noted that not only did Michael Jackson revolutionize the way music sounds, but also the way it was marketed. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Michael Jackson Dies at 50 Jun 26, 2009
The group opened for artists such as Gladys Knight ips and James Brown. Jackson was only 5-years-old when he began singing with the group on the Midwestern talent-show circuit. (FOX59, IN)
Morphing of Michael Jun 26, 2009
Soon he became a solo star, fusing heavy disco with gossamer Rwas an amazing dancer, the James Brown of his time, and his records came out of the box big. He had a hit with his first record, Off the Wall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Obituary: Michael Jackson Jun 26, 2009
With the soulful vocal presence of Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder and the dance moves of James Brown, Jackson's appeal crossed both national and racial boundaries. His first break came in 1968, when the Jackson Five signed to the Motown label, and he was just 11 when the group released its first single. (BBC News)
AP Source: Michael Jackson dies in LA hospital Jun 26, 2009
FILE - In this Tuesday, June 24, 2003 file picture, Michael Jackson, left, performs with James Brown during the BET Awards in Los Angeles. Jackson later presented Brown with a lifetime achievement award. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Jackson: 'Consummate entertainer' Jun 26, 2009
The Rev. Al Sharpton, civil rights activist: "A friend of Michael's for the last 35 years, I call on people around the world to pray for him and his family in the hour. I have known Michael since we were both teens, worked with him, marched for him, hosted him at our House of Justice headquarters in New York, and we joined together to eulogize our mutual idol, James Brown. I have known him at his high moments and his low moments and I know he would want us to pray for his family.". Brooke... (CNN -- Showbiz)
New coliseum board gets along Jun 24, 2009
To borrow from James Brown Arena's namesake, the new Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority got off on a good foot Tuesday, conducting the first authority meeting in recent memory where all members showed up and not a cross word was spoken ... Asked about his impressions, Mr. Collier, a counselor at Murphey Middle School who spent two decades playing in James Brown's backup band, said he liked what he saw and heard. (The Augusta Chronicle)
'Hullabaloo' picks up laughs and groans where Fly By Night left off Jun 24, 2009
Lil' Wayne fans who don't know James Brown or Turner won't get "Hullabaloo," but they're not its audience. This show is for folks who want easy entertainment, not anything hip or heady. (Anchorage Daily News)
Visitors shake up 'Senior Idol' Jun 24, 2009
Myrtice Benn, dressed in a white outfit accessorized with a white hat with purple trim, holds up her first-place trophy after she amazed the judges with her rendition of the old blues song ;Night Train,; a hit for the late James Brown. Special. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Preseason Top 120 Countdown: Nos. 70-66 Jun 22, 2009
Junior college transfer James Brown was a pleasant surprise during spring ball and will head into fall practice as the starter at one of the tackle spots. There also will be two new starting defensive tackles. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Second Cup Cafe: Laura Izibor Jun 21, 2009
She's shared her soulful vibe on stage with music greats, Aretha Franklin, Al Green, John Legend, James Brown, Angie Stone and Estelle. Several singles off of Izibor's album have already been heard on "Grey's Anatomy," "The Hills," "The Nanny Diaries," and "Step Up 2: The Streets," "Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married," and "Seven Pounds.". (CBS News)
Tough Love From the Father-in-Chief Jun 20, 2009
President Obama's Tough Love for Black Dads on Father's Day. Saturday, June 20, 2009. (Slate)
Part rock star, part space-age chanteuse, Janelle Monae makes her own rules Jun 19, 2009
Coming on strong as a space-age hybrid of James Brown, David Bowie, and Frank Sinatra - with a dash of Grace Jones s slavish devotion to image - Mone is as fascinating to the eyes as the ears. She says upfront that she wants to challenge our perceptions of what an African-American woman can write and sing about - and how she can wear her hair, for that matter. (Boston Globe)
Exhibits show off talent of performers from area Jun 18, 2009
James Brown, thank goodness, was honored in his lifetime with a statue and an arena and a street named after him ... - If you haven't been by the Augusta Museum of History, 560 Reynolds St., to see Milledge Murray and Lamar Garrard's excellent collection of local baseball history and its James Brown exhibit, you need to do so ... Mr. Murray, a retired SunTrust bank vice president, who volunteers at the Arts Aiken; Brenda Lee, who was singing on television station WRDW in North Augusta more than... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Brooklyn Museum Presents First Major Museum Exhibition Devoted Exclusively to Rock and Roll Photographers October 30, 2009 - January 31, 2010 Jun 18, 2009
Rarely, if ever exhibited pictures include a 1963 photograph by Philip Townsend of the Rolling Stones; an image of James Brown surrounded by female fans shot by actor Dennis Hopper; the working photographs and album cover by Jean-Paul Goude of Grace Jones for Island Life; the contact sheet from Bob Gruen's famous 1974 rooftop shoot of John Lennon; the full sequence of never-before-exhibited photographs by Ed Caraeff of Jimi Hendrix at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967; the 1976 photograph by... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Resurrecting the band Jun 17, 2009
The musician comes back at the point of his demise: Do you want to waste your choice on the 2006 James Brown, knowing that his artistic peak was four decades earlier. Better to go with Sam Cooke, or maybe Ritchie Valens. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Diva Extraordinaire Beyonce Set to Perform Live at 'BET AWARDS '09' Jun 17, 2009
The BET AWARDS has held the #1 spot as the most watched awards show among African-Americans as outstanding moments by James Brown, Michael Jackson, Prince, Stevie Wonder, The Fugees, Rick James and many others lit up households across America. The BET AWARDS '09 will premiere at 8:00 p.m.* on Sunday, June 28. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Loss of hotel tax funds would boost challenge Jun 6, 2009
That arrangement with the city ends in February once a bond used to build James Brown Arena is paid off, and City Administrator Fred Russell has proposed rerouting $1 million of the hotel/motel taxes toward paying off bonds to build the downtown trade, exhibit and event center ... Both the 30-year-old James Brown Arena and 69-year-old Bell Auditorium need air-conditioning improvements: new air handlers at the arena for $1 million and a new 650-ton chiller for $500,000 ... -- $900,000 in payments... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Everybody's talkin' 'bout the new Jam Jun 5, 2009
Their set list includes The Temptations, Aretha Franklin, James Brown and Natalie Cole. Swift and Sassy. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Former Brown trustees dispute decision Jun 4, 2009
AIKEN --- Two former trustees in the estate of the late singer James Brown have filed a motion to reconsider an approved settlement involving the estate, a lawyer familiar with the case said Wednesday ... The approval of the settlement gives nearly half of Mr. Brown's estate to his charitable trust; about a quarter to his wife and young son, James Brown II; and the rest to his adult children. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Street dance Jun 3, 2009
Who: Rock Steady Crew Popping: tightening and loosening muscles to cause body jerkWho: Electric Boogaloo Locking: funk dance using fast hand movementsWho: Don Campbell, James Brown Krumping: high energy and confrontational, also known as clowning, featured in 2005 documentary RizeWho: Thomas Johnson, Beyonce ... James Brown (above) Michael Jackson Justin Timberlake Usher Beyonce. (BBC News -- UK)
Cage the Elephant: Album Review Jun 3, 2009
Other songs on the album like Back Against The Wall, James Brown, Judas and Drones in the Valley are alright, but none of them seem to stand out like Ain't No Rest for the Wicked, the song that is by far going to be the band's biggest hit on this album. Track List. (Suite101.com)
Sasha Frere-Jones: Hypnotic Brass Ensemble’s sturdy family business. Jun 1, 2009
The men stood side by side, swaying, looking a bit like James Brown s Famous Flames. As I listened, the sousaphone player locked in with the drummer, the trombones played what sounded like a bass line, and the rest of the horns circled and echoed the main motif. (New Yorker)
Strange early jobs of 23 famous people May 31, 2009
James Brown had a number of jobs before he became the Godfather of Soul, including one in which he racked balls at a pool hall. 17. (CNN -- Showbiz)
S.C. State exhibit goes inside life of the 'Godfather of Soul' May 30, 2009
Those are just a few examples of the respect The Godfather of Soul James Brown commanded during his 73 years on Earth ... The torn bath robe worn by James Brown on the day of his January 2004 arrest is on display at the James Brown exhibit at the South Carolina State Universitys I.P. Stanback Planetarium and Museum. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Famed Director Spike Lee Goes One-on-One with Award-Winning Journalist Ed Gordon to Deliver a No-Holds-Barred Interview on Movies, Politics, Black Genocide, Stereotypes, and Tyler Perry May 29, 2009
I have a trilogy of black biopics that I have yet to get fundedJackie Robinson, another one on Joe Louis, then most recently James BrownI want Wesley Snipes to play James Brown. We just cant get the financing for them. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
iPod Shuffle: Seth Justman May 29, 2009
"I Got the Feelin'," James Brown. Total songs: 341. (Boston Globe)
German court lifts ban on cannibal movie May 28, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - A South Carolina judge has approved a settlement for the estate of late soul singer James Brown. JACKSON, Miss. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Judge settles Brown estate battle May 28, 2009
James Brown was considered one of the world's greatest soul singers. A US judge has ended a bitter two-year battle over the late soul singer James Brown's estate ... In a statement to news agency The Associated Press, Brown's widow said: "I am so relieved and happy that the court has approved this settlement. It has been a struggle, but God has blessed us and we are thankful Deanna Brown, James Brown's daughter "I want to be able to work with the trustees and other Brown family members to... (BBC News -- Americas)
Battle For James Brown's Estate Ends May 27, 2009
James Brown arrives with his wife Tomi Rae Brown for the 47th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 13, 2005 ... (AP) After years of hearings in a protracted battle over how to parcel out James Brown's wealth, a South Carolina judge approved a settlement Tuesday that gives nearly half of it to his charitable trust, about a quarter to his wife and young son, and the rest to Brown's adult children ... The settlement establishes that Tomi Rae Hynie Brown is the surviving spouse of the... (CBS News)
Judge OKs James Brown estate settlement May 27, 2009
Judge OKs settlement over James Brown estate - Celebrities- msnbc ... Judge OKs settlement over James Brown estate ... Fans young and old, musicians, friends say goodbye to James Brown at his public funeral in Augusta, Ga. (MSNBC -- News)
James Brown estate settled May 27, 2009
S.C. judge approves settlement for James Brown estate ... Columbia, S.C. After years of hearings in a protracted battle over how to parcel out James Brown s wealth, a South Carolina judge approved a settlement Tuesday that gives nearly half of it to his charitable trust, about a quarter to his wife and young son, and the rest to Brown s adult children ... The value of James Brown s estate has not been made public since his death in 2006. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Colham Ferry teachers, staff shine with rock 'n' roll talent May 27, 2009
Ike Turner, alias James Brown, and Tina Turner, alias Patsy Green, have the crowd clapping as they turn out a rocking version of ;Proud Mary. . (Athens Banner-Herald)
UH examines 33 programs for consolidation or cuts May 26, 2009
But James Brown, a professor of Russian, said just because a subject is not popular now does not mean it is not needed ... But James Brown, a professor of Russian, said just because a subject is not popular now does not mean it is not needed. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
After refusing to give up on his musical dreams, Big James heads to Trempealeau’s Blues Bash May 24, 2009
Before Big James Montgomery was Big James Montgomery, he was 7-year-old James Montgomery seeing James Brown in concert with his father in Chicago. The Godfather was doing his thing. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
New attractions at Stone Mountain park May 23, 2009
The Lasershow Spectacular s new segment is a tribute to Georgia musicians, including Otis Redding, Little Richard, Indigo Girls, OutKast, R.E.M., the Allman Brothers Band and James Brown. Free with park admission. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Gamble & Huff Named BMI Icons at 57th Annual Pop Awards May 21, 2009
Named BMI Icons in recognition of their unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers, Gamble join an elite list of previous BMI Icons that includes the Jacksons, Bee Gees, Crosby, Stills Paul Simon, Merle Haggard, Brian Wilson, Willie Nelson, James Brown, Ray Davies, Carlos Santana, Dolly Parton, and Hall. Colbie Caillat also delighted the audience with a charming performance of Bubbly, which garnered Song of the Year honors for its creative hive. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for May 19, 2009 May 20, 2009
Number of Placees: 53 placees Insider / Pro Group Participation: Insider equals Y / Name ProGroup equals P # of Shares Electrum Strategic Metals LLC (William Natbony) Y 7,714,286 Sika Investments (Fareed & Mahmood Ahamed) P 100,000 Michael Marosits P 50,000 Jack Frydman P 142,860 Carlo Rahal P 100,000 Peter Brown P 285,714 CLD Financial Opportunities (Peter Brown) P 285,714 Jamesvest Enterprises (James Brown) P 142,858 Graeme Currie P 85,750 Pursuant to Corporate Finance Policy 4. 1, Section 1. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
