This past spring, a judge ruled that Pharrell Williams and Robin Thicke had to pay $7.5 Million to the estate of legendary singer Marvin Gaye for infringing on his song “Got To Give It Up” based on their 2013 chart topping collaboration “Blurred Lines.” The now landmark case was one of the most talked about […]
Today we reflect on the late great Marvin Gaye 31 years later Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On this day in history 31-years-ago was a day of mourning, the day when Soul Music lost superstar Marvin Pentz Gaye Jr. The singer was taken at the short age of 44 the day before his birthday, fatally […]
There may very well be a chance that “Blurred Lines” could cease to be played.
Keith O’Connor is an entertainment attorney in NYC. Follow him on Twitter. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On March 10, 2015, a California federal jury found that “Blurred Lines,” the biggest hit song of 2013, infringed on Marvin Gaye’s 1977 hit “Got to Give it Up” and awarded the late soul singer’s family nearly $7.4 […]
The Gaye family is continuing to put out lawsuits to everyone involved in the making of Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” track. Recently, they won the case against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams for $7.4 million, but it looks like they aren’t finished. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The family is now coming after Universal Music, […]
As the “Blurred Lines’ trial continues, jurors got an inside look on how much Robin Thicke, Pharrell Williams and T.I. financially made from the single. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Both sides agree to the settlement that attributes to $16,675, 690 in profits for the “Blurred Lines’ single; which was the biggest single of 2013. […]
Paula Patton may take the stand for estranged husband.
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Simply for clicking into this post, I thank you off the bat for being interested in real Hip Hop. If you recall, last month we posted Amerigo Gazaway‘s project, Yasiin Gaye – The Departure (Side One) where the blend king mashed Yasiin Bey with Marvin Gaye and it was just […]
For Pharrell Williams, releasing an album with virtually no marketing was no problem when his name was tied to not only one of the hottest movies of the summer (Despicable Me 2) but also one of the summer’s hottest hits, Robin Thicke‘s “Blurred Lines.”
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Amerigo Gazaway is a gifted mash-up king who first laced us with his ATCQ x The Pharcyde’s – Bizarre Tribe, and is back again with side one of his Yasiin Bey x Marvin Gaye project, Yasiin Gaye. I’ve been waiting for this patiently since it was first announced and now here […]
With Valentines here everyone is busy buying gifts, making reservations at their favorite dine ‘n’ wine restaurants or you might just simply be planning a nice quiet candlelight dinner for two at home? Whatever it is to make that special person feel super special. Well with all of that going on, there is always a […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information After the recent passing of ex-wife of Marvin Gaye on January 31st, Yasiin Gaye (Yasiin Bey x Marvin Gaye) releases his tribute song to Anna Gordy- Gaye. Having an influence on Marvin through love and working with him (song credits on his “What’s Going On” album) you can sense the passion and […]
Recently, there has been quite a bit of interest in the legal issues relating to whether or not the Song “Blurred Lines” unlawfully infringed upon Marvin Gaye’s song “Got to Give it Up”. To some, the “ear test” has led to the affirmative conclusion that it is a “no brainer” but to others, it is […]
The Gaye family wins undisclosed settlement in copyright infringement case
On Thursday, The Source Magazine was on the red carpet for the Acer and Micrsoft hosted New York Special Screening of Paramount Pictures’ “Star Trek into Darkness” at AMC Loews Lincoln Square. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Charl Brown was recently nominated for a Tony for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in “Motown: The Musical” for playing Smokey Robinson. Check out […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Theophilus London nearly broke the internet with the release of his Rose Island Vol.1 mixtape. If you are familiar with Theophilus’ work this project shall meet all your expectations. “Big Spender” featuring A$AP Rocky and “She Said Ok” featuring Big Boi are among the notable standouts for the 18-track project. […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Theophilus London is set to release his upcoming project, Rose Land Vol.1 tomorrow. Today however, the Warner Bros. artist reveals the artwork and tracklist for the project. Features include A$AP Rocky, Big Boi, Lunice, Star City, Bryan Holder, Sade and Machine Drum. – Sean Lynch (@Kiddfuture) Advertisement
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement TMZ ran up on Dr. Dre in Hollywood last night, where the rapper/mogul broke his silence on the Tupac hologram. Dr. Dre confirmed Tupac would be back for weekend 2 of Coachella. However, this weekend may not be the end of the holographic phenom. “I’m thinking about it,” answered […]
