PARIS (AP) — Chanel-goers were granted their 15 minutes of fame Tuesday, March 8, as egalitarian Karl Lagerfeld gave every guest front row tickets. That meant cozying up with the likes of Pharrell Williams and Willow Smith, Chanel’s new brand ambassador. The designer-cum-political philosopher also didn’t miss the opportunity to weigh in on his support … Continue reading
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Pharrell to perform at MTV VMAs, Kanye to get special honor
NEW YORK (AP) — Pharrell and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis will perform at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards, where Kanye West will receive a special award. West will earn the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles for his memorable music videos and live performances. The Weeknd, Demi Lovato, A$AP … Continue reading
After ‘Blurred Lines’ Verdict, Dupri Understands Both Sides
NEW YORK (AP) — As the music industry debates the fallout from the “Blurred Lines” copyright verdict, Grammy-winning producer Jermaine Dupri finds himself sympathetic to both Pharrell and Marvin Gaye’s family. Dupri, who helped Usher reach superstar status, aided in Mariah Carey’s ultra-successful comeback a decade ago and produced for the diva in 1990s, remembers … Continue reading
Isn’t he lovely: Beyonce, Gaga, Pharrell honor Stevie Wonder
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The official after-party for the Grammy Awards was a tribute concert for Stevie Wonder. Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Pharrell and Annie Lennox were part of the all-star acts who paid tribute to the piano-playing icon at a concert Tuesday night in Los Angeles, just days after the Grammys aired. Beyonce kicked … Continue reading
Isn’t He Lovely: Beyonce, Gaga, Pharrell Honor Stevie Wonder
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The official after-party for the Grammy Awards was a tribute concert for Stevie Wonder. Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Pharrell and Annie Lennox were part of the all-star acts who paid tribute to the piano-playing icon at a concert Tuesday night in Los Angeles, just days after the Grammys aired. Beyonce kicked … Continue reading
Q&A: Jhene Aiko on Grammy nods, battling Beyonce, Drake
NEW YORK (AP) — Jhene Aiko released both an EP and an album ahead of the Grammys, but it’s her seven-song effort that’s competing for a Grammy against Beyonce, Pharrell and Chris Brown. The rising singer-songwriter released the EP “Sail Out” in November 2013, which features collaborations with Kendrick Lamar and Childish Gambino. It … Continue reading