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The Notorious B.I.G., Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan Nominated for 2020 Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame

October 15, 2019

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The nominees for the 2020 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are in and more than half of the acts are first-time nominees. The Notorious B.I.G and Whitney Houston are among the first-time nominees alongside Pat B... Read Article

Chaka Khan Calls Kanye West’s ‘Through the Wire’ Sample ‘Stupid’

Shawn Grant

June 27, 2019

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One of the most iconic singers of all-time Chaka Khan connected with Kanye West and provided the sample for his breakout hit "Through the Wire." Nearly two decades later, the "Sweet Thing" singer reveals she wa... Read Article

Chaka Khan Says Today’s Music Lacks Talent

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February 7, 2019

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When Chaka Khan appeared on the Steve Harvey Show, the host asked the legendary singer what she thought was missing from today's music. "Talent," she swiftly answered. The crowd began cheering. "Sincerity, y... Read Article

The Legendary Career of Chaka Khan to be Highlighted in New Documentary

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November 1, 2018

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Words by: Rashad Grove Legendary Soul/Funk icon and recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee Yvette Marie Stevens, more famously known as Chaka Khan, will be the subject of an upcoming documentary. Chaka Kh... Read Article

Minister Louis Farrakhan’s New Album Features Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, Common, and Several More Music Icons

Ime Ekpo

October 10, 2018

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One of many voluminous things about the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan is the beloved Nation of Islam leader's secured relationship with Hip-Hop culture. Such nigh bond is put on display in the debut of Far... Read Article

Sean John Honors 6 Stylish Music Icons With New ‘Gallery Collection’, Including Aaliyah, Jimi Hendrix, Chaka Khan and The Notorious B.I.G.

Keenan Higgins

May 25, 2018

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Many musicians are in tune with their stylish side, but only a select few can truly be deemed fashion icons. Sean John shows love to six of the greatest musicians in Hip-Hop and R&B to merge the worlds of music... Read Article

Lauryn Hill Headlines Pitchfork Music Festival Together With ‘Miseducation’ Anniversary Set Performance

Ime Ekpo

March 13, 2018

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On Tuesday (Mar. 13), the Pitchfork Music Festival announced the official line up for its 2018 jubilee with Tame Impala, Fleet Foxes, and Ms. Lauryn Hill as headliners. The festival is set to run from July 20-J... Read Article

Chaka Khan Is Out Of Rehab And Ready To Hit The Stage Again

Jamisha Daniels

August 3, 2016

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Chaka Khan has been released from rehab after checking herself in for a prescription drug addiction back in early July of this year. The Grammy-Award winning soul singer took to her Twitter to announce her depa... Read Article

Saturday Soundtrack: Unforgettable Tributes To Michael Jackson, Chaka Khan, Prince & More From The Ladies Of R&B

R.Nicole

June 25, 2016

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In celebration of the highly-anticipated Prince tribute scheduled to take place at the 2016 BET Awards, this week's Saturday Soundtrack is highlighting a few other amazing tribute performances honoring soul mus... Read Article

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