Entertainment Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/entertainment/ Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 01:10:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Site-Icon-32x32.png Entertainment Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/entertainment/ 32 32 121622320 Classical Meets Lo-Fi: Toronto’s akaMatisse Brings Innovative Piano Bar Experience to D.C.’s Culture https://www.washingtoninformer.com/akamatisse-lowkey-concert-d-c/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/akamatisse-lowkey-concert-d-c/#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:58:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1217291 Toronto's David Matisse, better known as akaMatisse, a Juno Award-winning musician, brings his acclaimed LowKey Concert series to Culture in Ivy City on Oct. 24, promising a fresh take on the traditional piano bar experience.(Courtesy photo)

Toronto's David Matisse, known as akaMatisse, is bringing his acclaimed LowKey Concert series to Culture in Ivy City, blending classical piano and electronic beats for a unique musical experience.

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‘Luther Vandross: Never Too Much’: The Documentary That Can’t Wait https://www.washingtoninformer.com/luther-vandross-documentary-sneak-preview/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/luther-vandross-documentary-sneak-preview/#respond Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:23:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1217047 "Luther Vandross: Never Too Much," the documentary from award-winning producer/director Dawn Porter, will have a sneak preview screening in D.C.-area theaters in October and November (Courtesy of Matthew Rolston)

The documentary "Luther Vandross: Never Too Much" will have a sneak preview in D.C.-area AMC theaters in October and November, before its cable television premiere in January on CNN, OWN and MAX.

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Whitney Houston’s Iconic South Africa Concert to Be Released in First-Ever Live Album and Concert Film https://www.washingtoninformer.com/whitney-houston-concert-south-africa/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/whitney-houston-concert-south-africa/#respond Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:44:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216875 **FILE** Whitney Houston performs "Greatest Love of All" on March 31, 1991, during the HBO-televised concert "Welcome Home Heroes with Whitney Houston" honoring the troops, who took part in Operation Desert Storm, their families, and military and government dignitaries. (PH2 Mark Kettenhofen via Wikimedia Commons)

Sony Music's Legacy Recordings, in collaboration with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, is releasing "Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban)" on Nov. 8, marking the first time fans can own a live album and concert film of the music icon's historic performance in post-apartheid South Africa.

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Meshell Ndegeocello Debuts Prophetic Musical Odyssey: ‘No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin’ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/meshell-ndegocello-baldwin-album/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/meshell-ndegocello-baldwin-album/#respond Mon, 07 Oct 2024 16:45:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216100 Meshell Ndegeocello in a live performance of her new album, "No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin," at The Music Center at Strathmore on Saturday, Oct. 5 (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Grammy-winning artist Meshell Ndegeocello debuted her newest album, "No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin", at the Strathmore, reflecting the spirit of 20th century forward-thinkers and their impact on societal reform.

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John Amos, Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, Dies at 84 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/john-amos-pioneering-tv-star-dies/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/john-amos-pioneering-tv-star-dies/#respond Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:29:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215683 **FILE** John Amos (U.S. National Archives via Wikimedia Commons)

John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star known for his iconic role as James Evans Sr. on "Good Times," died at 84 from natural causes.

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Pras Michel Files Lawsuit Against Lauryn Hill Alleging Fraud and Breach of Contract Over Fugees Reunion Tour https://www.washingtoninformer.com/pras-michel-sues-lauryn-hill/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/pras-michel-sues-lauryn-hill/#respond Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:02:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215676 **FILE** Pras Michel (MiamiFilmFestival via Wikimedia Commons)

Pras Michel, a founding member of The Fugees, has filed a lawsuit against Lauryn Hill and MLH Touring, Inc. alleging fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and breach of contract concerning the group's 2023 reunion tour.

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Cat Glover, Iconic Dancer and Collaborator with Prince, Dies at 60 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/prince-icon-dancer-catherine-glover/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/prince-icon-dancer-catherine-glover/#respond Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:59:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215363 Cat Glover as seen on the cover of her 1989 single "Catwoman"

Cat Glover, a legendary dancer and collaborator with Prince, has died at 60, having contributed her energy and talent to unforgettable albums like "Sign o' the Times" and "Lovesexy".

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T.I. and Tiny Harris Win $71 Million Lawsuit Against MGA Over L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Dolls https://www.washingtoninformer.com/t-i-tameka-harris-win-71m-lawsuit/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/t-i-tameka-harris-win-71m-lawsuit/#respond Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:13:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215179 **FILE** Rapper T.I. (pictured) and singer Tameka “Tiny” Harris have emerged victorious in a major lawsuit against toy company MGA Entertainment, securing a $71 million judgment. The couple accused MGA of violating their intellectual property rights by copying their music group OMG Girlz’s image and style for the company’s popular L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

T.I. and Tameka "Tiny" Harris have won a $71 million judgment against toy company MGA Entertainment, who they accused of copying the image and style of their music group OMG Girlz for their L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls.

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Janet Jackson Faces Backlash for Spreading Disinformation About Kamala Harris https://www.washingtoninformer.com/janet-jackson-kamala-harris-racial-identity/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/janet-jackson-kamala-harris-racial-identity/#respond Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:56:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215110

Janet Jackson has faced backlash for repeating false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris' racial identity, sparking outrage on social media and prompting criticism from public figures.

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EXCLUSIVE: Michael Jackson’s Thriving Estate Targeted in $213 Million ‘Shakedown’ Effort https://www.washingtoninformer.com/michael-jackson-estate-lawsuit/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/michael-jackson-estate-lawsuit/#comments Fri, 20 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215052 **FILE** Michael Jackson (Constru-centro, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Michael Jackson's estate has generated $3 billion for beneficiaries, but has faced attempts from longtime friends and former associates demanding $213 million and threatening to release false, damaging information about Jackson if their demands are not met.

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