Usher’s father, Usher Raymond III, passed away at an Atlanta hospital on Friday, a rep for the singer confirmed to MTV News. The cause of death was not immediately known. Here at MMIM, our condolences go out to Usher and his family.
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Your Title New Video: Consequence featuring Kanye West
This video is from Consequence’s 2007 album, “Don’t Quit Your Day Job”. The trach is titled, “The Good, The Bad, The Ugly.”
Vote for Danity Kane’s New Single
Danity Kane is releasing their sophomore album later this year and they want you, (the fans) to choose the lead single. The poll is allowing Danity Kane fans to vote on two nominated tracks, “Damaged” and “Pretty Boy.”
Raheem DeVaughn on Jimmel Kimmel Live
Raheem DeVaughn stops past Jimmel Kimmel to perform his number 1 single, “Woman” from his sophomore album that hit stores last Tuesday. Enjoy!
Giving Back: Russell Simmons’ Jewelry Line Gives To Africa
Russell Simmons’ Simmons Jewelry Company donated over $300,000 to the Diamond Empowerment Fund, another charity of Simmons’, focused on educational funding to African nations where diamonds are a primary resource.
Both the jewelry line and the fund were founded sometime last year. Simmons Jewelry donated bracelets that are owned and worn by celebrities such as John Mayer, Beyonce and Bill Clinton. With each sale of these bracelets, $20 goes to the Diamond Empowerment Fund.
Jill Scott performs on Jay Leno
Wednesday night, Jill Scott performed on Jay Leno. Here it is again for those of you who may have missed it.
Mariah Carey’s "That Chick" Album Cover
For you Mariah fans, she is making a comeback this Spring with her 11th studio album. Check out the album cover below…
Janet Jackson’s "Discipline" Album Cover
Looks a little different, but let us know what you think…
Tyra Banks February 2008 Essence Magazine Cover
Supermodel, host and judge of the reality television show America’s Next Top Model, and host of her own Daytime Emmy Award-nominated talk show, Ms. Tyra Banks is gracing the cover of Essence for the February 2008 issue. Check it out below.
Obama Plans to Use Jay-Z and Kanye West for Social Change
Senator Barack Obama is in talks to use Kanye West and Jay-Z to help spread his message of positive social change if he is elected.
On a recent TV show, What’s In It For Us?, Senator Obama said “I’ve met with Jay-Z. I’ve met with Kanye. And I’ve talked to other artists about how potentially to bridge that gap.” He also added, “The thing about hip-hop today is it’s smart, it’s insightful, and the way that they can communicate a complex message in a very short space is remarkable,” Obama said in the special. “I understand people want to be rooted in the community, they want to be down, but what I always say is that hip-hop is not just a mirror of what is. It should also be a reflection of what can be.”
Alicia Keys to be Honored
Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Wyclef Jean, Danny Glover, Kerry Washington, Vivica A. Fox and Hill Harper will pay tribute to Alicia Keys at The BET Honors on Saturday, January 12 at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C.
The event will be hosted by Cedric “The Entertainer”. The BET Honors will air during Black History Month on Friday, February 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.
“We are thrilled to present the first-ever BET HONORS and pay tribute to the thinkers, trailblazers and trendsetters whose accomplishments serve as inspirations for current and future generations,” said Debra Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks.
New Video: Janet Jackson "Feedback"
MMIM posted the single for Janet’s new video “Feedback” sometime last month. She has finally released a video for this hot new single. Here it is below…enjoy!
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Mary J. Blige February Vibe Magazine Cover
Here is Mary J. Blige’s cover for the February 2008 issue. Mary looks hot!
Jay-Z Set to Launch Record Label with Apple
Gizmodo.com has reported that Jay-Z is set to launch a digital record label by Apple. Since Jay has announced his resignation from Def Jam, there have been thoughts as to what is Jay’s next big move.
SOHH spoke with Boy Genius of famous technology blog, The Boy Genius Report, and he told SOHH, “From what I’ve heard, Jay is simply the first person attached to it, he’ll obviously help with the urban division. I’m also hearing there will be a rock, and pop division so I’d expect other high-profile artists to be attached to that in terms of providing content.”
“Personally, I think it’s a great idea,” Boy Genius said of the partnership. “Traditional labels have failed to embrace the digital medium as effectively as they should have, and they’ve either got to make some serious changes, or they will be out of business pretty soon. With this deal, Apple would also own content. Jay and Apple love to be first, and this fits. They’re going to change the whole blueprint, so to speak.”
Very good look, Jay.
Top 50 Albums of 2007
Rolling Stone magazine put out a Top 50 Albums of 2007 list sometime last month. Here are a few albums that made the list. Click on the link below to see the full list.
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M.I.A.
Kala3.
Jay-Z
American Gangster5.
Kanye West
Graduation13.
Lily Allen
Alright Still15.
Common
Finding ForeverClick here to see the full list
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