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Jay-Z to Open Renovated Hollywood Palladium

August 27th, 2008 | Posted in Hip Hop News, James Brown, Jay-Z, Music

After undergoing renovations for more than a year, the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles will open its doors October 15 with a concert by Jay-Z. The rapper will be backed by a 12-piece band.
The 4,000-capacity Hollywood Palladium has been shuttered since last April to undergo top-to-bottom renovations. The enhancements include [...]

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The Jacksons: All Star Tribute Underway For ‘Icons’ Honor

August 6th, 2008 | Posted in Awards Shows, Entertainment, Michael Jackson, Music, Pop News, R&B News

The Jacksons have been named as recipients for the BMI Icons award, which will be handed out during “The 8th Annual Urban Music Awards” on Sept. 4 in Los Angeles.
Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, Michael and, joining in 1976, younger brother Randy, will be saluted with an all-star musical tribute during the ceremony, which will be [...]

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James Brown’s ‘relics’ Auctioned

July 18th, 2008 | Posted in Entertainment, Music, R&B News

Possessions belonging to late singer James Brown - including iconic stage capes and jumpsuits - have raised $800,000 (£400,000) at auction.
Fans of the soul legend bid for hundreds of relics from his life and career, including instruments, awards, and even some cans of hairspray.
The funds raised at the New York sale will be used pay [...]

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