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One In A Million: Barbie Honors Aaliyah With A Signature Doll Release On Her 46th Birthday

On January 16, 2025, the official Aaliyah Barbie was available for fans and Barbie enthusiasts, which also aligns with a heartfelt celebration of the late singer’s life, legacy, and timeless influence on music and style. The Aaliyah Barbie is inspired by the outfit she wore in her iconic One In A Million era, perfectly capturing the essence of her signature style.This outfit not only signifies her impact on pop culture but also reflects the confidence and empowerment she inspired in her fans through her bold […]

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News

Beyoncé Donates $2.5 Million To Los Angeles Fire Relief Fund

  Beyoncé's BeyGOOD foundation has initiated a relief fund aimed at assisting individuals affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.In a social media announcement made on Sunday (January 12), BeyGOOD revealed its establishment of the LA Fire Relief Fund, along with a substantial donation of $2.5 million to support the initiative.The foundation emphasized that the financial contributions would be specifically allocated to individuals impacted by the Eaton Fire, a wildfire that has significantly impacted the Altadena and Pasadena regions east of […]

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Doug Sims Live

Doug Sims Live 01/06/25

  It's the very first show of the year, and we're diving deep into a wide array of exciting topics. We will be discussing everything from the dramatic New Orleans driving incident to the shocking explosion involving a Tesla Cyber Truck at the Trump Hotel. Additionally, we'll explore fascinating insights into prominent figures such as Rupert Murdoch Derrick Rose, and Denzel Washington, touching on their recent projects and public appearances. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg; there’s so […]

todayJanuary 11, 2025 41 2 2

Music

GloRilla, Kendrick Lamar, Doechii & More Nominated For NAACP Image Awards

Exciting news unfolds as the nominees for the 2025 NAACP Image Awards have been revealed!On Tuesday, January 7, the NAACP shared the nominations for the 56th annual NAACP Image Awards, illuminating the remarkable talent within our community. Leading the charge is GloRilla, who shines brightly with six nominations in the music recording categories including Outstanding Female Artist, Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album, and Outstanding Hip Hop/Rap Song. Following closely are visionary artists like Doechii, Kendrick Lamar and Usher, who have each earned four […]

todayJanuary 9, 2025 34 1 2

Music

New Edition’s ‘Heart Break’ Album to Be Reissued on Vinyl

Legendary R&B group New Edition will release a reissue of their fifth studio album, Heart Break, on vinyl on Valentine’s Day (February 14). Originally released in 1988, the album will be available in standard 2LP black vinyl ($32.99) and 2LP clear vinyl ($37.99), both of which are now available for preorder. Heart Break debuted on June 20, 1988, through MCA Records and achieved a peak position of No. 3 on Billboard’s R&B Albums chart. Shortly after its launch, the album […]

todayJanuary 7, 2025 52

Jazz

The Fuse #1

Ah, fusion jazz—a delightful blend of jazz improvisation with elements from rock, funk, and R&B. It's a genre that's vibrant, innovative, and full of surprising twists. One of the seminal albums in this genre is Miles Davis's "Bitches Brew" from 1970, which really pushed the boundaries and opened up new possibilities for jazz music. Another great artist to explore is Herbie Hancock, especially his album "Head Hunters". Both of these albums are fantastic starting points if you're delving into fusion […]

todayJanuary 6, 2025 40 2 3

Music

Ice Cube Returns To Rap’s Top 10 With ‘Man Down’ After 14 Years

Ice Cube’s latest album, Man Down, represents a significant achievement in the esteemed rapper’s career, debuting at No. 8 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart for the week of December 7.This accomplishment follows a 14-year interval since his last solo album entered the top 10. Released on November 22 under Lench Mob/Hitmaker Music Group, the album secured 20,000 equivalent album units in its opening week, according to Luminate. Of this total, 15,000 were derived from pure album sales, positioning it […]

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Jazz

New Jazz City #1

  0:00 / 0:00 New Jazz City #1 Doug D. Sims/Grander Radio/New Jazz City Radio/Doug Sims Live! If you haven't done so already, why not take a moment to add a little Jazz to your life? Whether you prefer smooth, contemporary, or straight-ahead styles, it truly doesn't matter—what's important is that you immerse yourself in and enjoy the smooth, captivating sounds that Grander Radio offers. We are dedicated to bringing you top-notch artists and performers from a variety of Jazz […]

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