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R&B singerBirth Name :
Alicia J. Augello-CookBirth Date :
January 25, 1981Birth Place :
New York City, New York, USAClaim to fame :
Album "Songs in A Minor" (2001)
Alicia Keys Hunts For Backup Singer Through MySpace
May 02, 2008 03:05:06It seems that Alicia Keys is still short of backups to support her on tour. The fact occurs as the singer plans to reinforce her tour line-up by adding a backup singer to join her.
To select the backup singer Alicia will do an audition for female singers in the age around 21-30 years-old. The applicant must submit a video, which length is about 30 seconds or more, of themselves singing acapella. They must send the video to the R 'n' B singer's MySpace page until May 5. A source stated that two main conditions to get the job is that the contestants must be physically fit and able to dance.
Alicia Keys Plans New Album and Back on Stage
April 29, 2008 10:04:51Although still doing tours to promote her latest album "As I Am", Alicia Keys already set her eyes on a new album. Alicia revealed that plan to Billboard.com claiming that she had even already thought of another album after finishing "As I Am". She said, "I've been thinking about the next album since we kind of wrapped up this album."
Revealing more details about her new album plans, Alicia stated that she wants to do something different and make it sounds like Joni Mitchell and Carole King. "When I was just finishing recording 'As I Am,' I said to myself that I want to do something that's totally stripped-down, stripped-back, totally piano-based, singer-songwriter; Joni Mitchell, Carole King type of vibe," Alicia said.
Video Premiere: Alicia Keys' 'Teenage Love Affair'
April 24, 2008 09:04:36Previously only a preview, the video of Alicia Keys' "Teenage Love Affair" has now come in full length. The Chris Robinson-directed video was serviced to BET on Wednesday, April 23 few hours before its schedule on its 106 & Park show.
Keys said that the clip that was shot at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey is inspired by Spike Lee's 1988 film "School Daze". To Today Show's Matt Lauer she said, "It's an homage to Spike Lee's 'School Daze. You know that feeling when you first fall for somebody? You can't get enough of them."
Alicia Keys Previews 'Teenage' Video on Today Show
April 22, 2008 10:04:53Alicia Keys made an appearance on NBC's "Today Show" on April 21, performing two of her tracks from her 2007 album "As I Am" plus an old joint, "If I Ain't Got You". The singer who wore a gray top, white jacket and a scarf opened her outdoor set with "Teenage Love Affair" and added "No One" to her section.
"Teenage" is the third single pulled from "As I Am" and along with the performance, Keys previewed the music video of it which is scheduled to be premiered on MTV's TRL and BET's 106 & Park tomorrow April 23. Keys confirmed that she will appear on the BET show to deliver the debut herself.
Alicia Keys Shot 'Teenage Love Affair' Video
April 11, 2008 03:04:06It is now made official that the third single from Alicia Keys' "As I Am" album will be "Teenage Love Affair". The Grammy-winning singer recently took time to shoot the music video for the song.
A set of pictures, allegedly from the video has been leaked on-line, showing Keys in long-gown sporting classic look and singing on the stage. The video reportedly will arrive for premiere on Wednesday, April 23.
Alicia Keys and Boyfriend Kerry Brothers, Jr. to Wed on July 4 in Long Island
April 10, 2008 09:04:12The wedding date has been set and the venue has also been booked. It's just a matter of time that Alicia Keys and her rumored boyfriend Kerry Brothers, Jr. would exchange wedding vows as it's been reported that the multiple Grammy Award-winning R&B and soul singer has been looking forward to book a venue in Long Island for a July 4 festive.
Keys and her people, as reported by MediaTakeOut, "are looking to book a venue in Long Island for July 4th Weekend." The songbird is said to have been looking to rent the ultra-luxurious Oheka Castle in Huntington, New York.
R 'n' B Singer Alicia Keys Stars in MTV/Dove Micro-TV Series, the Video
March 28, 2008 09:03:38R&B singer Alicia Keys turns public relations executive in a new micro-TV series, titled "Fresh Takes," created by Dove Go Fresh, a fragrance collection by Dove. The series, each episode of which lasts just three minutes, is airing in commercial breaks across five weeks during the return of MTV's "The Hills."
"Fresh Takes" follows three girlfriends as they embark on their adult lives, juggling the pressures of being a 20-something woman - career, relationship, beauty, family, love and friends. This premiere is meant to celebrate the launch of the new Dove Go Fresh.
Alicia Keys' 'As I Am' Tour Joined by Jordin Sparks
February 16, 2008 10:02:50As previously reported, Alicia Keys will embark on a 29-dates North American tour that will start April 19 in Hampton, V.A. and wind down June 18 in New York, NYC. It has now been revealed that American Idol alumna Jordin Sparks will join her in the tour as a supporting act.
According to her official site, Giorgio Armani will design a custom wardrobe for Keys during the tour and Lexus will serve as the main sponsor. After the North American leg with Sparks, Keys is expected to take other part of the world in Fall.
39th NAACP Image Awards Grant Alicia Keys a Big Win
February 15, 2008 11:02:56It was an almost absolute win in the music category of 39th Annual NAACP Image Awards that honor outstanding people of color in film, television, music, and literature. Alicia Keys was showered with spotlight when she gained four wins including best Album, Song, Female Artist and Music Video.
"As I Am" was honored the best album while its second single "Like You'll Never See Me Again" gained two for best music video and best song. Keys is also named Female Artist, being the opposite of Chris Brown who gained the Male Artist title.
Alicia Keys Maps Out 'As I Am' Tour Dates
February 04, 2008 11:02:36With her album "As I Am" still flying high on the chart, Alicia Keys mapped out a tour plan to support the album. The R'n'B singer will be out and about at North American arenas this Spring and Summer and is scheduled to take other parts of the world after that.
Currently 30 dates have been laid for the "As I Am" tour with the first being on April 19 in Hampton, V.A. The tour will also take her to Canada up till June 18 when she will wrap things up at New York City's Madison Square Garden.
Alicia Keys to Be Honored by BET
December 19, 2007 10:12:57Alicia Keys, who is reigning the chart with her killer hit 'No One', will be one of those who is granted a Black Entertainment Television (BET) honor. In the event "which celebrates the lives of leading African American luminaries", Keys will represent the entertainment field.
Model Tyra Banks also made it into the list, being recognized in the media category while others would be Dr. Cornel West (Inspirational/Education), Richard Parsons (Corporate), the Honorable Maxine Waters (Government) and CEO Janice Bryant Howroyd (Entrepreneur).
Alicia Keys Toplining Oprah Winfrey-Produced Lena Horne Biopic
December 13, 2007 04:12:17Taking her time to turn up at the Los Angeles premiere of her latest producing work "The Great Debaters", Oprah Winfrey has informed USA TODAY that she is now gearing up for a biopic about the life of celebrated singer Lena Horne with Alicia Keys to topline.
"We're going to start filming next year," she revealed. "And we've got Alicia."
Alicia Keys Still Strong on Singles Chart With 'No One'
November 30, 2007 10:11:44While her album 'As I Am' has been knocked off from the Billboard Hot 200 top spot, Alicia Keys' first single from the album is still holding strong to its first position in the singles chart. 'No One' begins its second week atop the chart as well as retaining its seventh #1 week on Hot R'n'B Songs chart.
At the same week, Timbaland's 'Apologize' feat. OneRepublic flip flops with former chart reigner Chris Brown's 'Kiss Kiss' feat. T-Pain at #2 and #3 respectively. Meanwhile, newcomer Flo Rida grabs tightly on his last week's position at #4 with 'Low'. The single currently gains heavy airplay in radio stations.
Alicia Keys Assumes Chart Victory With 'No One'
November 24, 2007 09:11:42This week apparently belongs to Alicia Keys. After topping the Billboard Hot 200 chart on Wednesday (November 21) through 'As I Am', she gains the same victory on the singles chart with 'No One'.
The album's lead single had an 88 per cent increase of sale from previous week's sale, numbering at 210,000 downloads. With the position at #1, the single knocked off the reigning champion 'Kiss Kiss' by Chris Brown feat. T-Pain that has been on taking over the top post in the last three weeks. 'No One' is also rounding up the 6th week of sitting at #1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
'As I Am' Set Alicia Keys a Sales Record
November 22, 2007 10:11:54Two extraordinary things happened on the Billboard Hot 200 chart this week. Apart from the fact that the #1 album last week, Jay-Z's 'American Gangster', takes a sharp plunge this week, Alicia Keys' 'As I Am' sells a number that makes it the highest selling debut for a female artist since Norah Jones broke it in 2004 through 'Feels Like Home'.
'As I Am' took the top position after moving 742,426 copies according to Nielsen SoundScan. This would be her fourth album that opens at #1 and the one selling the largest number of all her albums. However, it is still one level below Kanye West's 'Graduation' (957,000 copies) to be the highest selling debut in the past two years.
Video Premiere: Alicia Keys' 'Like You'll Never See Me Again'
November 14, 2007 09:11:29While her first single 'No One' is still reigning the Billboard Hot 100 chart at #3, Alicia Keys has pulled a second one from her album 'As I Am'. The slower track 'Like You'll Never See Me Again' was premiered on radio stations last month, and now it's the music video turn.
Rapper Common has returned the favor for Keys who appeared in his video 'I Want You'. In the beginning of the video, Common plays Keys' love interest who suffered severe injury and eventually was dead. The clip then recounts backwards the event leading to his character's death.
Alicia Keys to Perform at 35th AMAs and Release Second Single
October 26, 2007 01:10:17With a fresh album coming out this November, Alicia Keys is the perfect candidate to perform at this year's American Music Awards. She will be joined by Avril Lavigne, Nicole Scherzinger and the previously announced acts to take the stage on November 18.
The 35th annual AMA will take place at Los Angeles' Nokia Theater and broadcast live on ABC at 8 P.M. ET. Celine Dion, DAUGHTRY, Fergie and Rihanna will also make a set of appearances. For nominees and voting click here.
Common Premiered His Star-Studded Video Clip
October 24, 2007 11:10:13The full version of Common's star-studded video clip has finally arrived. The rapper premiered the clip of his latest single 'I Want You' worldwide yesterday (October 23).
As previously reported, Common invited his fellow celebrity friends such as Kanye West, Alicia Keys and Serena Williams to be in the video that is set as a party scene in his house. As credited in the end of the video, this clip was directed by Kerry Washington, who also made a cameo in it, and Sanji Senaka.
Common, Alicia Keys and Kanye West in One Music Video
October 19, 2007 11:10:56Rapper Common has gathered his celebrity friends to appear on his new video for 'I Want You'. Among the star-studded cast are Kanye West, Alicia Keys, will.i.am, and surprisingly, Serena Williams.
A 40 second teaser of the video has been leaked online, giving credits to the people appearing in the video plus announcing the premiere date. The clip also presents Common's rumored girlfriend Kerry Washington who reportedly directed the video, actor Derek Luke and his singer-actress wife Sophia Luke.
Tommy Lee Apologizes for MTV Brawl
September 12, 2007 09:09:24
Tommy Lee is acting gentle by issuing public apology for the weekend MTV VMAs brawl.
While people are still questioning on what made them involved in the fight, Lee insisted it all started because Kid Rock was jealous of his relationship with their ex-wife Pamela Anderson.
Angelina Jolie's Mrs Smith Named No. 1 Sexiest On-Screen Assassin
September 01, 2007 02:09:15
Not only Angelina Jolie is sexy in real life, but the actress' hot figure also brings impact on screen. Often starred in drama-action films, the mother of four has her character Mrs Smith or Jane Smith in the 2005 "Mr and Mrs Smith" chosen by Maxim magazine as its No. 1 Sexiest On-Screen Assassin.
Coming close behind her is Kristanna Loken's T-X in "Terminator 3: Rise of The Machines" at No. 2, ahead of Rebecca Romijn's Mystique in "X-Men" at No. 3 and Uma Thurman's Beatrix Kiddo the Bride in "Kill Bill" at No. 4. Anne Parillaud's Nikita in "La Femme Nikita" is the 5th Sexiest On-Screen Assassin.
Alicia Keys Announced First Single Off 'As I Am'
August 22, 2007 01:08:12
Alicia Keys wrote in her latest blog entry that she will pull the track 'Noone' as the first single off 'As I Am', now due November 6. This would be the single that will determine her mild transition to rock-funk-driven vibe that she described previously.
On the new song, Keys promises or rather hopes that "It's a bit unexpected and something that completely surrounds you, engulfs you and sweeps you away. I hope it makes you feel good and strong and passionate and makes you scream the words at the top of your lungs. I hope it does things to you!!!!"
Alicia Keys Presenting Different Edge in 3rd Set
July 11, 2007 01:07:42
Soulful singer Alicia Keys has turned to more rock and funk-driven vibe for her third studio album. Noting the mild transition, "As I Am" will be dropped October 23 via Key's long-time label J Records.
Keys who has been working with songwriter Linda Perry for this piece admitted that the process was somehow unusual due to their different background. Perry who comes from rock basis brings out the edge in Keys who originally walked in hip-hop and jazz stream. "She's rock but soulful as well," Keys said. "Together we're talking worldwide domination."
Stars Grace the Cover of Vanity Fair "Africa Issue" 2007
June 06, 2007 04:06:01
Rocker Bono helps bringing the biggest issue ever of the Vanity Fair magazine with his becoming the guest editor for its July issue. The result? It's A.W.E.S.O.M.E. The Vanity Fair "Africa Issue" 2007 features 20 covers shot by celeb fave Annie Leibovitz, all of which reflect Africa and its huge supporters.
Numbers of celebrities involved ranging from musicians, actors, to politicians. They among others are Bono himself; Brad Pitt, who in 2005 helped launch the One Campaign to Make Poverty History; and Oprah Winfrey, whose public charity "Angel Network" has helped fund 28 schools in five African countries as well as personally creating the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls, in South Africa, in 2007.
Handful of Celebrities Calling for Real Action on AIDS and Education
June 02, 2007 11:06:10
Not because they have nothing to do. But it is all because they own deep concern toward the matters that they willing to do it. Numbers of celebrities, naming some are Elton John, Alicia Keys, Jessica Alba and Liv Tyler, signing a petition calling on G8 leaders to stick to their promises to help poor countries.
Those top entertainers put their names on the "Global Petition Calling for Real Action on AIDS and Education" document, demands leaders of the G8 industrialized countries to stick to agreements to improve support for health and education made at the 2005 summit, which have yet to be fulfilled.
John Mayer Excited Over Collaboration with Alicia Keys
May 10, 2007 01:05:45
A couple of joint songs after, John Mayer is still addicted to work with Alicia Keys that he admits to spending a lot of quality time with her lately. The promising end is said to come out before the end of this month.
"I've got to shock you with who I'm working with so you can say, 'John Mayer working with Alicia Keys, The Fray and Carrot Top? Say it ain't so!'" Mayer joked. "Some might grow up to be doctors, and some might grow up to be riff-raff. We're trying to send at least one to medical school."
Drew Barrymore Tops People Magazine's Annual "100 Most Beautiful People" List
April 26, 2007 09:04:27
Began her acting career as a child star, Drew Barrymore quickly turns box office breadwinner. With her celebrity status, not only the actress gains public respect, but also acknowledgement of her beauty which at last earns her the predicate of the Most Beautiful in People magazine's annual "100 Most Beautiful People" list.
"I just think happiness is what makes you pretty. Period," Barrymore tells the magazine. "Happy people are beautiful. They become like a mirror and they reflect that happiness." Earning the No. 1 spot on the annual list, it's her forth time on the list, while her first ever to be the magazine's covergirl which issue hit newsstand Friday April 27th.
The 10 Sexiest Movie Assassins According to Maxim.com
April 19, 2007 01:04:23
This is the many times in her life that Angelina Jolie gets the predicate "sexy." After all, the actress is again credited as sexy by Maxim.com in its list of Sexiest Movie Assassins, thanks to her role as Jane Smith in the hit movie "Mr and Mrs Smith."
Ranked 1st on the list, the Oscar-winning actress besting fellow movie star Kristanna Loken who comes 2nd for her role in "Terminator 3: Rise of The Machines." Earns the 3rd Sexiest Movie Assassin predicate is Rebecca Romijn who is praised for her action in "X-Men."
Mario, Back to Singing Mode
April 14, 2007 01:04:22
Mario has set back his singing persona by preparing third studio album titled "GO". The album that is due July 17 via J-Records, presents the work from noted producers such as Timbaland, The Neptunes, Scott Storch and Akon.
"I worked with a lot of different people. And you got to talk with the writers and producers and really be in front of it and really give your perspective on things," he said. "That's the best way to go - be involved and creatively help to come up with certain situations that cater to who you are."
Live Earth Concerts, Big Event with Big Lineups
April 11, 2007 09:04:31
Held on July 7, 2007 across 7 continents, Live Earth Concerts self-declares that it is an event that is worth it. Lineups for both UK and US have been announced and they are the ones who will attract billions of audience and promote the fight against global warming.
Performing at London's Wembley Stadium are Beastie Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Bloc Party, Corinne Bailey Rae, Damien Rice, David Gray, Duran Duran, Foo Fighters, Genesis, James Blunt, John Legend, Keane, Madonna, Paolo Nutini, Razorlight, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Snow Patrol.
John Legend Taps Artists to Enter "Home School"
March 10, 2007 12:03:22
Grammy Award wining John Legend broadens his influence in the musical industry by opening a recording house, Home Schooling. He is looking forward to tap both several young artists and the renowned ones to be 'home schooled'.
In search of new talents, Legend eyed British hip-hop singer Estelle. Legend has met the singer and hooked up nicely, "We've already gotten close to finishing the album, and she's got some great material. Estelle is an extremely talented writer and performer, rapper and singer, all of that, and she's got a great ear. She really gets music, so I think she's going to do very well." Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am is reported to have been working in the studio with Estelle.
Alicia Keys Opens Door to Scholar Program
January 22, 2007 01:01:38
Her deep concern to education has led Alicia Keys to offer scholarship. The Grammy-Award winning singer is offering $5,000 college scholarships to four students in four cities.
"We're just looking for standout students who are definitely college-bound and need a little bit of help financially to really achieve their dreams," Keys explained.
Alicia Keys to Guest Voice in "The Backyardigans" Series
September 30, 2006 12:09:12
Grammy-award winning Alicia Keys invading the small screen. The singer will guest star in a special episode of Nick, Jr.'s cartoon "The Backyardigans" premiering Oct. 9 at 10:30 a.m. (ET/PT).
Keys is set to star as the animated "Mommy Martian" along with her niece Shakyra Lipscomb, who plays baby "Martian Boinga", on an episode titled "Mission to Mars." On top of that, Keys will also contribute the original song "Almost Everything Is Boinga Here" to the episode.
Star-Studded Lineup to Perform at AIDS Concert
July 25, 2006 03:07:57
Singer Alicia Keys, actor Richard Gere, and Barenaked Ladies are among the celebrities who will kick off the International AIDS Conference, held next month in Toronto.
Other acts at the opening ceremony, scheduled for Aug. 13 at the Rogers Centre, include Our Lady Peace, Chantal Kreviazuk, Amanda Marshall, Massari and Blue Man Group.
Alicia Keys and Manager Reach Film Production Deal with Disney
July 15, 2006 11:07:16
Widely popular for her music work, Alicia Keys is now giving hand at something new.
The Grammy-winning singer, along with her producing partner-manager Jeff Robinson, have signed a film production deal with Disney.
List of the 37th NAACP Image Awards Winners
February 27, 2006 10:02:43
Jamie Foxx hard work to embark on a new career in music industry finally is paid off as he gloriously wins the 37th NAACP Image Awards, named the Best Musical Artist. Accepted the prize at the event held in Los Angeles, he said "It's good to be surrounded by black folks. Black folks are music."
Still for music category, Chris Brown has been named New Artist, and Alicia Keys is named Female Artist. For Duo or Group it is Destiny's Child who brings the prize. Aside, for motion picture category, Oscar nominee "Crash" takes the Best Film award. Samuel L. Jackson wins the Best Actor award for "Coach Carter," while Kimberly Elise is the Best Actress for "Diary of a Mad Black Woman".
Nominees of the 20th Annual Soul Train Awards
February 03, 2006 03:02:15The show creator of Soul Train Music Awards, Don Cornelius, has announced Thursday, February 2, the nominees of the award for this year and it's R. Kelly who turns out to lead the nomination this time. Obtaining a Best Male R&B-Soul Album nod for his "TP.3 Reloaded", the R&B crooner was also nominated in Best Male R&B-Soul Single and Best R&B-Soul or Rap Music Video categories for song "Trapped in the Closet (Chapter 1 of 5)" besides being the first recipient of the Stevie Wonder Award, given for his outstanding career achievements in song writing.
Joining Kelly in the line-up of Best Male R&B-Soul Single and Album nominations, John Legend nabbed the honor of being presented with the 2006 Sammy Davis Jr. Entertainer of the Year Award while chart-toppers Destiny's Child received another accolade for Outstanding Career Achievements from Quincy Jones.
Alicia Keys to Start Her Own TV Show
January 14, 2006 10:01:26Has scored great with her music career, Alicia Keys still is wanting some more. The singer has just signed a development deal with UPN channel to create her own TV show, which is based on her childhood experiences as a biracial youngster growing in New York.
The project reportedly will be an hour-long drama loosely based on Keys growing up in a multiracial family, as her mother is Irish-Italian, and her father is Jamaican. Though, it has yet confirmed which stage in Keys' young life the show will focus on, nor does the network have an actress in mind to play her.
The 37th NAACP Image Awards Nominations
January 12, 2006 10:01:57The 37th annual NAACP Image Awards nominations announced Tuesday Jan 10 was dominated by UPN series "Everybody Hates Chris" which was up for five trophies including that of Outstanding Comedy Series, Actor in a Comedy Series for Tyler James Williams, Actress in a Comedy Series for Tichina Arnold, Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Terry Crews and Director of a Comedy Series for Ken Whittingham. The set, chronicling the semi-fictionalized childhood of Chris Rock, tied Fox's "The Bernie Mac Show" and UPN's "Half & Half" for most nominations in the comedy series categories.
In the meantime, Kanye West, Alicia Keys and Mariah Carey earned four nominations each, including Best Song and Album. Apart, drama mystery flick "Crash" topped the movie category with six nominations, including Outstanding Motion Picture, Supporting Actress for Thandie Newton and Supporting Actor for Don Cheadle, Larenz Tate and Terrence Howard, who also was up for Outstanding Actor for the rap drama "Hustle & Flow." The full list of nominees can be found online at naacpimageawards.net. Find out the winner on Feb. 25 when the event will be presented at Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium and taped for broadcast on Mar. 3 on Fox.
The 48th Grammy Nominees
December 09, 2005 09:12:05These days belong to "Mimi." With her comeback album, tentatively titled "The Emancipation of Mimi," pop diva Mariah Carey slowly but sure would repeat her world success in the music scene which is apparent as she gains 8 nominations for the 2005 Grammy Awards, which actual event scheduled for Los Angeles on Feb. 8 and will be broadcast on CBS.
The 8 nominations that Carey gets among others include Album of the Year and Record of the Year. Though, she isn't the only big nominee for the prestigious event, there are also John Legend and Kanye West who both earns 8 nominations as well. 50 Cent, Beyonce Knowles, Will.i.am, and Stevie Wonder are those who get 6 nominations. Also there are Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, Gwen Stefani and U2 with 5 nominations.
Keys & Bono Keep A Child Alive with Song
December 01, 2005 11:12:24Kindhearted and generous that's how we describe Alicia Keys and Bono. Both of them approvingly do not merely care about their music, but with social matters as well. Having the sincere motivation for their surrounding, especially that of saving the lives of children, Keys and Bono will do that in their own way.
It's through song. The two superstars have collaborated on "Don't Give Up (Africa)," and will donate all proceeds to Keep A Child Alive, which provides medicine to families infected with AIDS and the HIV virus. First sang at a Nov. 3 fund-raiser in New York City for the charity, the track will be available exclusively on iTunes starting Tuesday Dec 6.
The Glorious Green Day
November 04, 2005 11:11:55This year is likely to still be the band era, particularly at the MTV Europe Music Awards as Green Day and Coldplay successfully grabbed two prizes each in this event which took place in the capital of Portuguese, Lisbon. The U.S. punk rock trio won the Best Rock Act and Best Album category for "American Idiot" while the British act brought home the awards for Best U.K. and Ireland Act as well as Best Song through "Speed of Sound."
Selected by music fans from across Europe and Africa who voted via MTV's website online, the other winners included Shakira, Robbie Williams, Snoop Dogg, and Alicia Keys. Congrats to you all.
"I Am Me" No. 1 on U.S. Pop Charts
October 27, 2005 02:10:54Her effort to being honest to everyone scored her another new record on the charts. Teen pop singer Ashlee Simpson successfully tops the U.S. pop charts on Wednesday with her new album "I Am Me" sold 220,000 copies in the week ended October 23. To follow her at No. 2 on the chart is Rod Stewart's "Thanks for the Memories," with sales of 193,000 copies.
Opens at No. 3 is Martina McBride's "Timeless" which sold for 185,000 copies, ahead of Canadian rock band Nickelback's "All the Right Reasons" at No. 4 with 132,000 copies in its third week and Stevie Wonder's "A Time To Love" at No. 5 with 121,000 copies. To start at No. 6 is Houston rapper Bun B's solo effort "Trill" with 118,000 copies. In the meantime, Depeche Mode's first new studio album in four years, "Playing the Angel" secures the 7th position, followed behind by Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" which drops four places to No. 8 with 94,000 copies. Last week's champ, Alicia Keys drops drastically to No. 9 with her "Unplugged" set sold for 83,000 copies in its second week. Finishing this weekend's Top 10 is Kanye West's "Late Registration" which falls five places to No. 10 with 78,000 copies.
Alicia Holds the Key to the Billboard 200
October 20, 2005 02:10:35She has the key in her hand that makes it possible for her to easily pass the other competitors to open the winning gate. It's Alicia Keys' "Unplugged" album that becoming this weekend's winner. Selling 196,000 copies, the set secures the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, knocks down Canadian rockers Nickelback from their throne at the top spot to 2nd place with their fifth effort "All the Right Reasons" sold 170,000 copies.
To land at No 3 is Gary Allan's sixth effort inspired by the suicide of his wife, "Tough All Over," which sold 100,000 CDs. Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" climbs back to No. 4 sold another 90,000, ahead of Kanye West's sophomore effort, "Late Registration" at No. 5 and Latin singer Ricky Martin's "Life" at No. 6. Elsewhere, Sheryl Crow's fifth studio album, "Wildflower," drops two places to No. 7, followed by Twista's "The Day After" which falls from No. 2 to No. 8.
Smokin' Andy Garcia Aces
October 14, 2005 04:10:39
One more action comedy flick that Universal Pictures offers to moviegoers. It's titled "Smokin' Aces." The story centers on an FBI agent hunts for a Las Vegas stand up comedian who has decided to squeal on the mob but, before he heads off for protective custody, decides to go to the casinos at Lake Tahoe for one last good time, drawing a crowd of assassins.
Has been attached to star in is Andy Garcia. The actress is set to portray the FBI director who tries to keep the cocky entertainer around long enough to testify. She will join other like Jeremy Piven, Ryan Reynolds, Alicia Keys and Ben Affleck.
Unplugged Again Keys
August 31, 2005 01:08:07"I've always been a very big fan of the show and when they stopped doing it, I was like, what happened to 'MTV Unplugged?' I specifically went in there and said we have to do an 'Unplugged,'" so said Alicia Keys expressing her excitement to get the chance to resurrect "MTV Unplugged." The singer and pianist has performed an acoustic set for the dormant MTV series, filmed July 14 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, with some guest appearances from the like of Mos Def, Common Sense, Damian Marley and Maroon 5's Adam Levine, with whom she remade The Rolling Stones' classic "Wild Horses."
Concerning Keys performance, MTV announced Tuesday that the show will first premiere Sept. 15 on Overdrive, MTV's broadband network, before then be released as a CD and DVD on October 11.
Keys Stopped by at Shabazz
April 04, 2005 11:04:50Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys stopped by at the Betty Shabazz International Charter School on Thursday April 1, 2005, to take part in "Frum Tha Ground Up." This public school that features an Afrocentric curriculum, was one of five schools Keys was to visit in various cities around the country, including Washington, Atlanta and New York, to promote her album "The Diary of Alicia Keys."
Clearly touched by seeing more than 300 children, many dressed in kente cloth, sang a song in Swahili for her, Keys said "I am honored to be here today with you celebrating me as I am celebrating you. To see a place that's really connected to something, holds onto traditions, I've never seen that anywhere."
Alicia Keys Will Perform at 47th Grammy Awards
January 22, 2005 10:01:22Alicia Keys has become the first performer, besides Tim McGraw, who announced to perform at 47th Annual Grammy Award. Also performing at the ceremony there are U2 and Green Day with some other artists who will soon be announced.
The ceremony is going to broadcast live February 13 on CBS, in which Keys has in hand 8 nominations including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album for the Diary Of Alicia Keys, while McGraw is nominated for two awards -- Best Country Album for Live Like You Were Dying and Best Male Country Vocal Performance for the set's title track.
Alicia Keys to Sing Before Super Bowl
January 15, 2005 10:01:20Alicia admits to be very excited that she is, for her very first time, going to sing at the Super Bowl (XXXIX) this year's game where she will sing The America Beautiful song made famous by Ray Charles, an artist she admires and respect very much.
In that February 6, 2005 game, Alicia will perform along with 150 students from the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind which will be a very touching and memorable moment for Alicia herself.
Alicia Keys Announces 34-City 'Diary Tour'
January 11, 2005 09:01:30After performing at the Grammy Awards show in Los Angeles on February 13th, 2005 in which she'll play "If I Ain't Got You," which is nominated for song of the year, the beautiful and smart singer, Alicia Keys, is going to have a "Diary Tour" of 34 U.S. cities.
The tour, that Keys promises will be different than her previous tours, will be started in Miami on Feb. 25 and ended in New Jersey on April 23.
