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Solange Knowles confirms Interscope split

1 November 2009 1:46 PM, PST | Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news »

Solange Knowles has confirmed that she has parted ways with Interscope Records. The R&B singer, who dismissed speculation that she had been dropped from her record label, announced the decision to split from Interscope on her Twitter page, reports Angry Ape. Knowles said: "Although it's been a wonderful journey and experience at Interscope Records, after truly recognising what's important to me as an artist, I decided it was time for me to continue my path on a more independent platform. (more) »

- By Marcell Minaya

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Solange Knowles Parting Ways With Interscope Records

31 October 2009 12:13 AM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

Solange Knowles has confirmed her exit from Interscope Records. "Although it's been a wonderful journey & experience at Interscope Records, after truly recognizing what's important to Me as an artist, I decided it was time for me to continue my path on a more independent platform," so she wrote.

In further statement, Solange thanked two executives from the label for giving her opportunity as part of the family. She stated, "I thank Ron [Fair] and Jimmy [Iovine] for believing in me as an artist and supporting my journey...and have nothing but respect for the Interscope family."

"I'm excited about continuing to dive in, experiment and creating music and art with no boundaries, fears or expectations. Gonna be fun folks. Thank u all so much 4 da suppoke chop:) all supportive comments coming thru Gonna Really b up 2 U guys 2 carry on the spirit of the music."

Solange Knowles actually has been rumored to »

- AceShowbiz.com

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Beyonce Knowles and Keri Hilson Lead 2009 Soul Train Awards Noms

23 October 2009 8:19 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

After being absent from honoring musicians in 2008, Soul Train Music Awards comes back this year to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Motown Records. Nominations for the upcoming event have been announced, revealing that Beyonce Knowles, Maxwell and Keri Hilson lead the pack with four nods each.

The three of them compete against each other in Song of the Year and Record of the Year. In addition, both Beyonce and Maxwell are also up for Album of the Year. Beyonce and Maxwell get their fourth kudos in Best Female and Male R&B/Soul Artist respectively. As for Keri, she receives her two other nominations in Best New Artist and Best Collaboration.

Other artists who are listed as nominees at the show include Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, Robin Thicke and Whitney Houston. A special honoree for Entertainer of the Year will be given to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson. »

- AceShowbiz.com

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Centric Unveils Nominees For Soul Train Awards

23 October 2009 3:46 AM, PDT | icelebz.com | See recent iCelebz news »

Cable channel Centric has announced the list of nominees for their first special "Centric Presents: 2009 Soul Train Awards Show," with industry biggies Beyonce, Keri Hilson, and Maxwell leading with four nominations each.

Beyonce is competing against Chrisette Michele, Jennifer Hudson, Ledisi and the legendary Whitney Houston in the Best R&B/Soul Artist Female category, while Hilson is up against Beyonce's sister, Solange, Drake, Jazmine Sullivan, and Ryan Leslie for the Best New Artist trophy.

Maxwell is up for Best Male R&B/Soul Male against Charlie Wilson, Musiq Soulchild, Raphael Saadiq, and Robin Thicke.

The event will feature a star-studded line-up of performers, such as Toni Braxton, Erykah Badu, Ginuwine, Boyz II Men, and Brian McKnight among many others.

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Solange Says Co-Parenting ‘Definitely Has Its Challenges’

9 October 2009 3:00 PM, PDT | People - CelebrityBabies | See recent People - CelebrityBabies news »

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At only 23-years-old, there is no shortage of opportunities for Solange Knowles in the entertainment industry. However as mom to Daniel Julez, turning 5 this month, the singer insists her top priority has always been — and will always be — motherhood.

“A lot of people feel like their life has to stop because of the child and they have to let go of their interests. You definitely have to compromise some of them, but I’ve been really blessed,” she reveals in the November issue of Honey magazine.

According to Solange, a mantel adorned with awards is secondary to her dedication to Julez. »

- Anya

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Solange Knowles 'spent $$50,000 on hair'

2 October 2009 6:49 AM, PDT | Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news »

Solange Knowles has revealed that she used to spend $$50,000 (£31,500) on her hair before she shaved it all off earlier this year. The 'T.O.N.Y' singer, who is the younger sister of Beyoncé, admitted that she felt addicted to having her hair styled. "Realistically I was spending about $$40,000-$$50,000 (£25,000-£30,000) a year and probably half of my life. I grew up in a hair salon, my mum (more) »

- By David Balls

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Taylor Swift Catches Kings Of Leon On Long Island

15 September 2009 9:03 AM, PDT | MTV Newsroom | See recent MTV Newsroom news »

While Kanye West spent his whole day apologizing for bum-rushing the stage and interrupting Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at Sunday night's MTV Video Music Awards, Swift herself stuck around the New York area to catch Kings of Leon at Long Island's Nassau Coliseum. The band ripped through a scorching set of songs culled mostly from their last two albums (last year's Only by the Night and 2007's Because of the Times), including their Top 10 hit "Use Somebody" (which was covered by Solange Knowles at Sunday night's show). Swift was spotted hanging out backstage at the arena, looking radiant in a black leather jacket and sipping an iced coffee from Starbucks.

Swift's whirlwind tour of New York (which began on Sunday at the VMAs, where she arrived in a "Cinderella"-esque carriage pulled by horses) continued this morning when she appeared on "The View." Swift recounted her thought process during »

- Kyle Anderson

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VMAs Bring Kanye's Drama, New Moon, Mj Love and More!

13 September 2009 11:55 PM, PDT | Popsugar.com | See recent Popsugar news »

The MTV VMAs brought its share of drama last night - some amazing performances, a heartfelt Michael Jackson tribute, and a huge moment that had everyone talking - it was a show that will go down in history. Check out all the winners here! The biggest story of the night was Kanye West making a scene when Taylor Swift won Best Female Video, but thankfully it all ended well when Beyonce Knowles sweetly called her up onto the stage to have her moment and he apologized profusely. The night was dedicated to Michael Jackson and kicked off with a touching tribute from Madonna and a performance including his sister Janet. The other big moment came when Kristen Stewart debuted her hot short haircut on stage with Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner to debut another New Moon trailer - watch it here. Eminem was also a big winner for the night, »

- Molly

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It's All Sparkle and Shine For the Ladies at the 2009 MTV VMAs

13 September 2009 11:53 PM, PDT | Popsugar.com | See recent Popsugar news »

Whether they went short or long, the gorgeous girls on the red carpet at last night's VMAs sparkled in metallic hues. Taylor Swift led the glamorous parade in her floor-length gown, while Leighton Meester and Kristin Cavallari looked hot in their silvery dresses - both of them are doing well in Fab's best dressed poll, but who do you think deserves the title? Jennifer Lopez's featured an intricate neck, and the first of Ashley Greene's two looks of the evening had a gold skirt. Stephanie Pratt stuck with the theme in her rhinestone-encrusted dress, while unintentional twins Pink and Shakira's dresses had a little gold embroidering. A few ladies paved their own ways style-wise - big winner of the evening Beyonce picked a bright red mini, Whitney Port stepped out in a black and white Christopher Kane, and Lauren Conrad picked a similarly simple short frock. Make sure »

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Lady GaGa's Bizarre Outfit at 2009 MTV VMAs Red Carpet

13 September 2009 6:46 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

2009 MTV Video Music Awards is about to be kicked off and Lady GaGa is one of the few artists who come early to the event. The "Poker Face" hitmaker turns heads in shock as she hits the red carpet in bizarre outfit, donning a black lace Jean Paul Gaultier dress with Dragon print silk underlay from the designer's fall/winter ready to wear collection.

GaGa, who is up for nine awards at the annual gala held at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Sunday, September 13, finishes off her look with a neck brace by Kiko jewelry. "I'm just happy to be here, and I'm excited for everyone to win," says the singer, who walks the carpet with the companion of Kermit the Frog.

Beside GaGa, movie hunk Taylor Lautner is also seen among the early arrivals. The Jacob Black of "Twilight" and its sequel "The Twilight »

- AceShowbiz.com

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We're Live Blogging From The 2009 VMAs Red Carpet!

13 September 2009 3:39 PM, PDT | MTV Newsroom | See recent MTV Newsroom news »

After weeks of anticipation, the time has come to get the party started off right. Welcome to the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards! We'll begin by live-blogging the preshow, giving you the inside scoop on all the big arrivals, awesome fashion and unpredictable moments that are bound to flood the red carpet outside Radio City Music Hall. So join MTV correspondents Jocelyn Vena, James Montgomery, Shaheem Reid and Tamar Anitai, get your refresh button ready and let the Newsroom take you through what will be an unforgettable night.

8:59 - That's enough out of us. To keep following along, head on over to the Vma live blog over at Buzzworthy. And stay tuned for the post-show!

8:57 - Sway hands out the award for Best Video That Should Have Won a Moonman. The prize goes to the Beastie Boys' "Sabotage." A deserving win. Get well soon, McA.

8:55 - Beyoncé »

- MTV News

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MTV Video Music Awards -- With Lady Gaga, Jay-z, Green Day, Many More -- Will Rock NYC Tonight!

13 September 2009 7:51 AM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Pink and more will also perform during action-packed show, airing at 9 p.m. on MTV!

By MTV News staff

Photo: Michael Buckner/ Getty Images

It's hard to believe that all the action of the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards can possibly be contained in just a few hours of prime time — especially considering that the first half hour alone will feature a hotly anticipated performance from Lady Gaga, another from Taylor Swift, a show-opening tribute to Michael Jackson featuring sister Janet Jackson, plus appearances from Eminem, Pete Wentz, Justin Bieber, Jack Black, Shakira, "Twilight" star Taylor Lautner and Kristin Cavallari.

A year after he needled the Jonas Brothers, Madonna and then-President George W. Bush, host Russell Brand has promised a kinder, gentler hosting stint for his second go 'round. This time, he says, it's all about the love — we'll see!

The action will take place at the historic Radio City Music Hall, »

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Kid Cudi, Solange Knowles, Shakira and More Added to MTV VMAs

11 September 2009 8:49 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

Days before 2009 MTV Video Music Awards is kicked off, more stars are added to its line-up, joining previous performers and attendees. Among those confirmed to come to the event are Kid Cudi, Solange Knowles, Pete Wentz and Shakira.

Solange and Kid are set to make collaboration with house band Wale and Ucb. Meanwhile, Pete and Shakira are only scheduled to make appearance. Other big names set to attend the awards either to perform or just make appearance include Jack Black, Kristin Cavallari, Justin Bieber, Miranda Cosgrove as well as two members of The All-American Rejects, guitarist Nick Wheeler and frontman Tyson Ritter.

Previously, it was confirmed that Alicia Keys indeed will make a duet with Jay-z in "The Blueprint 3" single "Empire State of Mind". And, Eminem will show his face at the event.

The 26th Annual MTV Video Music Awards will take place at Radio City Music Hall on September »

- AceShowbiz.com

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3Oh!3 Kick Off Vma Weekend With Interactive Performance Of 'Don't Trust Me'

11 September 2009 2:38 PM, PDT | MTV Newsroom | See recent MTV Newsroom news »

The 2009 MTV Video Music Awards kick off with the Vma Preshow at 8 p.m. this Sunday, but the parties have already begun. Last night at the Vma Weekend Kick-Off Party (an event sponsored by Verizon), a small group of fans were treated to a set from Colorado rap-punk goofballs 3Oh!3. Revelers took the opportunity to celebrate Vma weekend by meeting Nat and Sean from the band, dancing and banging along to the group's performance. Always looking to be a band of the people, 3Oh!3 tumbled into the crowd in the middle of their Vma-nominated hit "Don't Trust Me," much to the delight of the people surrounding them who sang along with every note.

"I want to see you guys dancing out there," Sean announced from the stage. "Shake it a little bit!" The crowd didn't take much convincing, especially considering they were treated to hugs and photos with the band »

- Kyle Anderson

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Kid Cudi, All-American Rejects Rave About Vma House-Band Mc Wale

11 September 2009 5:43 AM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

Solange also had nothing but praise for the 'phenomenal artist' she's collaborating with at Sunday's show.

By Jocelyn Vena, with additional reporting by MTV News staff

Kid Cudi inside Radio City Music Hall in New York City

Photo: MTV

Along with Ucb, Wale is brining along a whole bunch of artists along for his Vma house-band ride. The Washington, D.C., rapper and his crew will be performing a series of originals and covers that will definitely keep the Video Music Awards crowd rocking all night.

One of his collaborators, Solange Knowles, gushed to MTV News, "Wale is a good friend of mine. And he's a phenomenal artist."

Meanwhile, Kid Cudi — who revealed that he'll use his Vma performance to "celebrate" last year's house turntablist, the late DJ Am — said he looks forward to working with his "homie" Wale. "Wale is one of those innovative artists," he said. "This is like a big deal, »

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Kid Cudi Plans To 'Celebrate' DJ Am At The VMAs

11 September 2009 4:53 AM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

'DJ Am was a good homie of mine, so we're going to do a little something for him,' rapper says.

By Jocelyn Vena

Kid Cudi

Photo: Chris Polk

When Kid Cudi performs with Wale and the go-go group Ucb, the Vma house band, at Sunday's awards show, he will take some time out to remember 2008 house-band member DJ Am, who died unexpectedly last month.

"DJ Am was a good homie of mine, so we're going to do a little something for him," the Vma-nominated rapper told MTV News. "We doing this for Am. He had so much love."

For Cudi's time at the Video Music Awards, he plans to make sure his party is all about Am. "We're going to be celebrating his life," he said. "You know what I mean? It's going to be a great night, and I don't know about everybody else, but I'm celebrating the »

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Wale's Busy Vma Weekend Already In Full Swing

10 September 2009 1:46 PM, PDT | MTV Newsroom | See recent MTV Newsroom news »

All of the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards performers, presenters, nominees and guests are getting ready for a big weekend in New York City, full of parties, events and of course the big show itself. But the guy who will perhaps be the busiest star in the little more than 72 hours leading up to Sunday night is Wale. The Washington, D.C. rapper will be taking the helm on Sunday as the head of the house band. He'll be backed up by the fantastically funky group Ucb and joined by a number of other groups (including 3Oh!3). But that means he'll have to sit in and rehearse with Pitbull, 3Oh!3 and Solange Knowles in order to deliver a top-shelf performance on Sunday. But he's also been busy handicapping the contests, taking trivia quizzes and delivering insight on some of today's biggest stars. For example, he's got very flattering words to say about collaborator Lady Gaga. »

- MTV News

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Wale Welcomes Surprise Guests At Vma Rehearsals

10 September 2009 4:51 AM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

Pitbull, Solange Knowles, 3Oh!3 run through their songs with Wale and band.

By James Montgomery

Wale at his Vma rehearsal on Thursday

Photo: MTV News

New York — "This one's for the good people who are setting up the show for MTV!" Wale announced during rehearsals on Thursday (September 10). "We're gonna have some fun now, because you guys could use some good music."

And with that, he launched into a cracking version of his hit "Chillin' " backed by his group, the fabulously funky Ucb; the team will be serving as the house band for the VMAs on Sunday. And the stagehands hammering away on the Video Music Awards' set bobbed their heads. It seems like Wale's already got this house band gig down.

But, of course, practice makes perfect, and, over the course of 90 or so minutes, Wale and Ucb worked their way through their presumptive set for Sunday night, a »

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DJ Am Remembered By Katy Perry, Lindsay Lohan, More On Twitter

28 August 2009 5:59 AM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

Shanna Moakler, Pete Wentz, Perez Hilton, Ashton Kutcher and other friends and fans also pay tribute online to the late DJ.

By Jocelyn Vena

DJ Am

Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ Getty Images

Just as news broke about the unexpected death of DJ Am, who was reportedly found in a New York City apartment Friday afternoon (August 28), friends and fans paid tribute to the 36-year-old DJ online.

Travis Barker's ex-wife, Shanna Moakler, took to her Twitter page: "My deepest condolences for DJ Am, you were a great artist and will be severely missed. My thoughts and Prayers to his family and friends." Katy Perry, who performed with Am and Barker at the VMAs last year when the duo acted as the night's house band, tweeted, "Rest in peace friend."

"I can't believe this," Lindsay Lohan wrote on her Twitter page. "I'm in shock. why? why? r.i.p. adam." Perez Hilton »

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Jessica Simpson and Solange Knowles Survive Japanese Earthquake

10 August 2009 10:03 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

Jessica Simpson and Solange Knowles survived a magnitude 6.6 earthquake occurred in Japan at 5:07 A.M. local time on Tuesday, August 11. And both of them are quick to take it to their Twitter accounts to share their experience surviving the disaster.

"Thought i was hallucinating durning a 6.6 earthquake in japan. i have never felt anything like this in my life. laying in bed watching cnn," singer-actress Jessica wrote on her Twitter Monday, August 10. It was reported that she was in the country to start working on her new reality show, "The Price of Beauty".

As for Solange, she was in Japan alongside sister Beyonce Knowles. They were on board to promote the Samantha Thavasa & Disney handbag collection kickoff at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. "wtf! wtf! wtf! my sister said she was scared out of her mind and calling my mom and i was snoring. 6.6????? omg! omg! omg! tsunami watch???" Solange »

- AceShowbiz.com

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