Singer/songwriter Ne-Yo is moving from Def Jam to Motown Records, and he is bringing his Compound imprint along with him. You can now call Ne-Yo the senior vice president of A&R at the label. The Atlanta-based artist released the following statement on the news: “I’m honored that I¹ve been given such a prestigious title and trusted with such responsibility; terrified because I know that playing this role in the fashion of one of my career role models, Mr. Smokey Robinson — these are big shoes to fill. But trust, I can handle it.” For more information on Ne-Yo’s move, head over to Billboard. Congrats to Ne-Yo! Meet The Beautiful Black Men Of “Red Tails” [EXCLUSIVE] Is “Red Tails” The Black “Star Wars”? [EXCLUSIVE] Ne-Yo & Girlfriend Welcome Baby No. 2
Balancing a successful career and a family is extra challenging for women in the entertainment industry, but Monica and “Love & Hip Hop” creator/former co-owner of Violator Entertainment Mona Scott-Young are making it happen. ASCAP recently honored both of them along with Motown Records Senior Vice President of Marketing and Artist Development Phillana Williams at Tenjune in New York City. The 3rd Annual “Women Behind The Music Series” presented by ASCAP’s Rhythm & Soul team was just one of several events intended to empower women. In addition, ASCAP recognized some of those who have made exceptional contributions to the music industry. Roc Nation rising star Bridget Kelly performed at the event, and Ne-Yo was in the building. Take a look at some photos from this night honoring great women in the music industry. RELATED POSTS: Kimbella On Her Vicious Fight With Chrissy On “Love & Hip-Hop” [VIDEO] Monica Reveals “New Life” Artwork
Commitment is a word that drives people. It is the moments in which you become the most resolute about a decision or choice. What do your choices or non choices say about you? Many of us struggle with making commitments. Many of us do not honor our commitments. It is when we embrace the strength of our word do we become the person that we are destined to be. There is a wonderful in Matthew 5:37: Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one. How many times have you wished that you could be stronger in w hat you would or world not do. Begin with this prayer: Lord, I give myself to You, whatever the cost may be. Take every aspect of my life and use me for Your Kingdom to glorify Your Name. I’m not here on earth to do my own thing, to seek my own fulfillment or my own glory. I’m not here to indulge my desires, to increase my possessions, to impress people to be popular, to prove I’m somebody important, or to promote myself. I’m not here to even be relevant or successful by human standards. I’m here to please You. To live like this, I yield myself to You, to know You, to love You, to obey You, and to grow in your Holy fear. I desire to become a person who understands and lives in reverent awe of You. I’ll do anything that You want me to do, go anywhere that You want me to go and say anything that You want me to say. Father, there isn’t any gift that You have for me that I don’t want. If You want to use me in a way that I’m not used to, I yield myself to that. Today, I affirm my love for You, my God, and I choose to live and minister in Your way. I trust You, Lord, to do that which I cannot do for myself. Teach me, guide me, and empower me to fear Your name. Today is that chance. You can start right here and now. Try this prayer for 40 days and see what changes in your life. Related Stories: Make Lent 2011 The Best Ever Minute Meditation: Prayer for Financial Security Feel Good Friday Vid Of The Week: His Eye Is On The Sparrow Mavis Staples Brings Gospel To Late Night TV [VIDEO] Minute Meditation:Prayer for Understanding
Oprah Winfrey is feeling like she was disrespected by the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin for granting Wendy Williams the first interview since her surgery. Sources say while Oprah, 57, gives Wendy, 46, credits for snagging the much-coveted sit-down with Aretha, she’s still “steaming,” and feels that Wendy’s show is “a long way” from hers, and criticizing it for being “silly and gossipy.” “Oprah is about as angry as can be,” said an insider. “This is the final season of her show, and she’s been pushing to land all the big ‘gets’ out there. Oprah is embarrassed that Aretha – a legend – chose Wendy, who is a relative newcomer in the TV talk show world.” “Oprah was not going to keep the whole interview on the illness, which she knows Aretha is reluctant to fully discuss,” said the source. “She was going to get Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, for a touching tribute. But instead, Aretha chose Wendy – and Oprah is NOT happy!” Aretha underwent surgery in December but has never publicly revealed the nature of her health issues. Aretha Franklin Talks Health Scare, Favorite Reality Shows On Wendy [VIDEO] Aretha Franklin Talks Halle Berry, Grammy Tribute & Love Life On Wendy Oprah Announces Her Final Show Date
Oprah Winfrey is feeling like she was disrespected by the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin for granting Wendy Williams the first interview since her surgery. Sources say while Oprah, 57, gives Wendy, 46, credits for snagging the much-coveted sit-down with Aretha, she’s still “steaming,” and feels that Wendy’s show is “a long way” from hers, and criticizing it for being “silly and gossipy.” “Oprah is about as angry as can be,” said an insider. “This is the final season of her show, and she’s been pushing to land all the big ‘gets’ out there. Oprah is embarrassed that Aretha – a legend – chose Wendy, who is a relative newcomer in the TV talk show world.” “Oprah was not going to keep the whole interview on the illness, which she knows Aretha is reluctant to fully discuss,” said the source. “She was going to get Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, for a touching tribute. But instead, Aretha chose Wendy – and Oprah is NOT happy!” Aretha underwent surgery in December but has never publicly revealed the nature of her health issues. Aretha Franklin Talks Health Scare, Favorite Reality Shows On Wendy [VIDEO] Aretha Franklin Talks Halle Berry, Grammy Tribute & Love Life On Wendy Oprah Announces Her Final Show Date
The world-famous Motown Records has just turned 50 years old, a milestone for any record company. In this article, Motown's main players reflect on the legendary label's legacy
