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New DVD Release: Ike & Tina: On The Road: 1971-72 | Coming Nov. 20th, 2012

Ike & Tina: On The Road: 1971-72
comes to DVD on November 20



An intimate look at the dynamic Ike and Tina Turner at their creative peak…
From the lens of legendary rock photographer BOB GRUEN


By combining soul music with an explosive stage show, complete with the high energy dance choreography of Tina Turner and the Ikettes, and an ingredient sorely missed in today’s soul – gritty rock n’ roll – Ike & Tina Turner gained a reputation as one of the great live acts of all-time. In the early 70’s, legendary rock photographer Bob Gruen and his wife Nadya toured with Ike & Tina, filming them performing, on the road, and behind the scenes. Now for the first time ever this footage is available to the public… This is a look inside a hardworking band as well as an iconic couple

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Yolanda Adams And CeCe Winans To Perform On “We Will Always Love You: A GRAMMY® Salute To Whitney Houston”

Yolanda Adams And CeCe Winans To Perform On “We Will Always Love You: A GRAMMY® Salute To Whitney Houston”


 
They Join Previously Announced Performers Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson and Usher for the One-Hour CBS Entertainment Special, Which Airs Nov. 16 and Tapes Oct. 11 at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE


SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Four-time GRAMMY® winner Yolanda Adams and 10-time GRAMMY winner CeCe Winans are the latest performers announced for “We Will Always Love You: A GRAMMY® Salute To Whitney Houston.”

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Aretha Franklin Packed Out The Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort in Atlantic City

The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin Packed an Out of Season Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort Arena in Atlantic City



Franklin Receives Rave Reviews and
Performs a Memorable Tribute to the late Whitney Houston


(New York, NY – October 8, 2012) – Nineteen-time GRAMMY® Award winner and music icon Aretha Franklin packed an out-of-season Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort at the Mark G. Etess Arena on Saturday night in Atlantic City.  The Press of Atlantic City headline reads “Aretha Franklin pleases Atlantic City crowd.”  Vincent Jackson of the Press of Atlantic City states “[Aretha] Franklin was singing her heart out to the delight of the thousands in the audience.”

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The BLACK GIRLS ROCK! 2012 Special premieres Nov. 4th, 2012 | Hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross & Regina King

Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King Set to Return as Co-Hosts to Affirm that
BLACK GIRLS ROCK!™
 

 
BET Networks and Beverly Bond Reunite to Shine the Spotlight on Black Girls Who Rock: Dionne Warwick, Kerry Washington, Susan Taylor, Alicia Keys and Dr. Hawa Abdi and Her Daughters for Their Achievements

Taping at the Loews Paradise Theatre October 13, 2012 in New York City; Network Premiere November 4, 2012 @ 8:00 pm/ET


NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The BLACK GIRLS ROCK!™ 2012 special on BET is back for a third televised installment with heartfelt performances, tributes and special awards to celebrate the achievements of remarkable women of color.

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Chrysler & Motown Collaborate for “MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL” | Performances Begin March 11th, 2013

Chrysler Brand and MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL Drive to Broadway!
 

 
Chrysler Brand and Motown Celebrate the Heart and Soul of Detroit


AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The Chrysler brand and producers Kevin McCollum, Doug Morris and Berry Gordy are proud to announce an unprecedented relationship with MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL, based on the life of legendary Motown founder and Detroit native Berry Gordy.

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“We Will Always Love You: A GRAMMY® Salute To Whitney Houston.” to Air on CBS Nov. 16th, 2012

“We Will Always Love You: A Grammy® Salute To Whitney Houston” Set To Air Nov. 16 On CBS


 
Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson and Usher Are the First Performers Announced for the One-Hour CBS Entertainment Special, Which Pays Tribute to Six-Time GRAMMY® Winner Houston and Tapes Oct. 11 at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Five-time GRAMMY® winner Celine Dion, GRAMMY and Academy Award® winner Jennifer Hudson, and seven-time GRAMMY winner Usher are the first performers announced for “We Will Always Love You: A GRAMMY® Salute To Whitney Houston.” The one-hour special will celebrate Houston’s life and artistry through interviews and performances from various artists paying homage to the six-time GRAMMY winner, and will include Houston’s own most memorable performances of her career.

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Siedah Garrett’s New Single, “Keep On Lovin’ You” is Available NOW | WATCH New Music Video!

Singer/Songwriter Siedah Garrett Releases Michael Jackson Tribute Single, “Keep On Lovin’ You” | WATCH New Music Video!


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Grammy Winning & twice Academy Award Nominated singer/songwriter Siedah Garrett releases her new single, “Keep On Lovin’ You,” which is both a tribute to her friend and mentor Michael Jackson and her answer to their 1987 #1 world wide smash, “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You.” The single, now comes just as Jackson’s monumental album BAD is re-released on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.

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“Amy Winehouse At The BBC”, 4 Disc Collection will be Released on Nov. 12th, 2012

Amy Winhouse - At The BBc
 
Amy Winehouse At The BBC –
4 Disc Collection
 
Available NOW!
 
“Amy Winehouse At The BBC”, a four-disc collection chronicling the many remarkable performances by arguably the greatest and most genuine talent to emerge in British music in decades, will be released on November 12th. Spread across three dvds, and one CD, this comprehensive collection captures the strong and enduring relationship that Amy enjoyed with the BBC and is further proof of quite what an extraordinarily talented, completely original, and truly engaging performer Amy was.

BET Celebrates The 25th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s “BAD” | Sept. 18th, 2012

BET Networks Celebrates The 25th Anniversary Of Michael Jackson’s Landmark “BAD” Album Short Films With A Two-Hour Special Tribute Premiering On Tuesday, September 18 At
8:00 P.M. ET*

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — On Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. ET*, BET Networks will premiere BET PRESENTS: BAD25 – THE SHORT FILMS OF MICHAEL JACKSON,  a two-hour tribute to the industry-redefining short films emanating from the landmark Michael Jackson album, BAD, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.  The TV special airs the same day as the release of BAD25, available in multiple formats, which will include CDs of the original album plus rare and previously unreleased audio as well as the first ever authorized DVD and CD release of a concert from the record breaking BAD World Tour.  

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Legacy’s Classic Christmas Album Series to Bring New Collections by Luther Vandross and More! Coming Oct. 2nd, 2012

Legacy’s Classic Christmas Album Series Rings in the Holidays With New Collections by John Denver, Kenny G, Willie Nelson, Elvis Presley, and Luther Vandross


 
EACH NEW TITLE GATHERS HOLIDAY TRACKS FROM ACROSS EVERY ARTIST’S CAREER, SPANNING DECADES

In time for holiday gift giving, new titles available everywhere October 2, 2012, through Legacy Recordings


NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The Classic Christmas Album series, launched in 2011 with THE CLASSIC CHRISTMAS ALBUM by Tony Bennett, rings in the holiday season with new editions by John Denver, Kenny G, Willie Nelson, Elvis Presley, and Luther Vandross.  The titles will be available everywhere October 2nd through Legacy Recordings, a division of SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT.

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