Heavy D Dies!
It’s a sad day for hip-hop: Heavy D — the emcee who smashed onto the rap scene in 1987 and made phrases like “Money-Earnin’ Mt. Vernon” and “The Overweight Lover” catchphrases of the era — has died.
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Bell Biv Devoe (BBD) Reunion Performance “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” [VIDEO]
Take a step in to “The Way Back Machine” as Ronnie, Ricky, and Michael — perhaps best remembered as Bell Biv Devoe — perform their ’90s hits “Poison” and “Do Me” in these clips from Wednesday’s Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Bell Biv Devoe Reunion On “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon”
“Never trust a big butt and a smile!” Be prepared to spend a day with “Poison” playing on repeat in your head! Bell Biv Devoe — the New Edition spinoff group that featured Ronnie, Ricky, and Michael — will reunite live on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (1AM) this Wednesday (Thursday morning).
For those not in-the-know, the trio gained popularity after leaving N.E. in 1990 and recorded tracks like “When Will I See You Smile Again,” “Do Me,” and “I Do.”
Teena Marie Dead At 54
The R&B World is mourning the loss of blue-eyed soul songstress Teena Marie.
The Grammy-nominated singing soprano Teena Marie was found dead in her Pasadena, California home Sunday, apparently of natural causes, police said. She was 54.
Doug E. Fresh Owes IRS $2 Million In Back Taxes
We hope those Cali Swag kids planning on giving Doug E. Fresh a cut of their royalty checks!
The hip-hop/pioneer and self-proclaimed “human beat” — whose infamous ’80s dance steps inspired the summer dance craze “The Dougie” has a meeting with The Tax Man. The IRS filed a lien against him with the New York City register’s office in October for his $2,276, 848 debt, The Detroit News reports.
Kurtis Blow Weed Bust!
Kurtis, you’re getting too old for this shit…
Talk about “The Breaks!”
It’s been a while since we’ve heard from hip-hop pioneer Kurtis Blow. Suprisingly, not only is the Harlem native still alive, he’s been busy channeling his inner Lil Wayne and Willie Nelson.
Teddy Pendergrass Family Feud Over Singer’s Estate
The son and widow of late R&B legend Teddy Pendergrass are locked in a bitter feud for control over the crooner’s cash-strapped estate.
Teddy Pendergrass II and the singer’s second wife, Joan Pendergrass, are quietly fighting over what’s left of the “Wake Up Everybody” hitmaker’s assets and the drama has been further complicated by conflicting wills produced by both sides since the crooner died of colon cancer earlier this year, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Aaron Hall Slams The-Dream, Trey Songz, R. Kelly
Remember R&B New Jack Swing pioneer Aaron Hall? Well, what do you know? The former Guy crooner behind ’90s mega-hits like “I Miss You” and “Don’t Be Afraid” — has resurfaced on the streets of Los Angeles, and he’s popping shots at some of your favorite R&B artists of today.
Watch as Aaron spills the tea on The-Dream, Trey Songz, and the Pied Pisser R. Kelly, who has long been accused of ripping off Aaron’s “swag” with his 1992 debut album, 12 Play.
Honey, it might be too late to stage a comeback when we haven’t seen you since folks were still rocking Adidas track suits and Kangol caps.
Marvin Isley, Isley Brothers Bassist, Dies
Marvin Isley, the bassist of his sibling band The Isley Brothers, died in Chicago on Monday. He was 56.
Big Daddy Kane Married
No more “Mr. Smooth Operator” for Juice Crew member Big Daddy Kane. The pioneering MC– who was romantically-linked to beauties like Madonna and adult film star Heather Hunter during his hip-hop heydays– traded in his Playa Card and married his longtime girlfriend in a private ceremony in North Carolina over the weekend.
The rapper, whose real name Antonio Monterio Hardy, exchanged vows with his partner Shawnette on Saturday, AllHipHop.com reports.
