Azealia Banks (http://musicsnake.com/azealia-banks-im-not-here-to-be-your-idol/) was forced to cancel her performance at Glastonbury citing she needed vocal rest. "Today I was put on vocal rest by my Doctor which is forcing me to cancel Glastonbury. You have no idea frustrated and sad this makes me because I love the UK and Glastonbury so much," Banks told Billboard magazine. She continued,"You have all supported me from the early days and I was really looking forward to putting on an incredible show for you all- rain or shine." Banks will be replaced by The Strypes, who will hit the stage on June 27th. According to her schedule, Banks' next show is on July 4th in Milan, Italy. The rapper did not reveal if she is going to have to cancel any more dates. Banks did state that she won't go out onstage until she makes a full recovery. "Please know that as soon as I'm allowed to be onstage again, when I have a full bill of health, I will be back! I hope you understand and I look forward to seeing you all again soon," the …show more content…
The song became an instant hit online, and it sold an impressive 250,000 digital copies. "212" reached the singles charts from all around the world including Scotland, the UK, Netherlands, Europe, Belgium, and Australia. Banks has dropped two projects including 1991 (EP) and Broke With Expensive Taste. Her latest effort, Broke With Expensive Taste, peaked at Number 2 on the Top Rap Albums chart and the Independent Albums chart. It also reached Number 30 on the Billboard 200, and it impacted the charts in the Australia (Number 2), UK (Number 5), Ireland (Number 15), and Scotland (Number 58). The project was led by the singles "Yung Rapunxel," "Heavy Metal and Reflective," "Chasing Time," and "Ice Princess." The music video for "Ice Princess" received over one million views on YouTube, and the single reached Number 41 on the Twitter Top Tracks
Drake became the first Canadian rapper to have his music video featured BET when his first single called “Replacement Girl”. Also, Drake did a freestyle on a song with Lil Wayne called “Man of the
The film starts with a big action scene. James Payton (Ice Cube) is trying to break into a ring of passport forgers. It is all to lead to Omar, a ghost character who works in the shadows. He is a man that no one has seen but is an underworld kingpin.Kevin’s part of the film opens with him playing a first person shooter game much to the chagrin of his live-in girlfriend Angela (Tika Sumpter). He wants to marry her but needs to win the respect of her brother… who is of course James Payton.Ben is a security guard, dealing with high school kids. He is a good guy who tries to guide these youngsters on the right path. Ben does have grander plans. He wants to become a member of Atlanta’s finest and eventually become a detective. Ben gets a letter
During World War II, the Jewish people of Europe often found themselves forced into hiding or concentration camps. During these hard times, individuals had to find something, or someone, to keep them sane. Holocaust survivor Ava Kadishson Schieber found art.
While sitting on Edna Ruthie’s steps Alicia was another person that told Esperanza that she is Mango Street and weather she likes it or not Esperanza will have to come back to her home and help the people that can not be helped. Alicia points out that nobody is going to come and help Mango Street be a better place to live as she says, “Who’s going to do it? The mayor?” (107). Esperanza is ashamed of living on Mango Street and is jealous of Alicia that can go back to her home, Guadalajara, some day when she is ready. Esperanza has nowhere to go except 4006 Mango Street where she feels she doesn’t belong or a new house that she can’t have until an adult. Alicia does help Esperanza realize that no matter what happens to Esperanza when she grows
Alyssa Cariaso is a senior here at CHHS. She is both overjoyed and heartbroken as her high school years are slowly coming to an end. Although high school is fading away, she continues to work and study hard to be successful later on in life. Her ultimate goal in life is to be a nurse. Alyssa and her love for music and singing led her to join Choir. The choir allowed her to enjoy what she loves doing and meet new friends. On her free time, she loves to play instruments such as the guitar and the piano. High school may be ending for her, but she is excited to see what life unfolds for her and to start a new chapter in her
Aubrey “Drake” Graham is a Jewish actor/rapper who was born in Toronto on October 24th, 1986, Drake is the son of Sandi and Dennis Graham. Drake was brought to acting by his friend’s dad who got him a role which was a character from the show “Degrassi”. Then a few years later he was found by rapper lil Wayne and then was signed into Young Money Records.
Missy Elliot is an American rapper, singer-songwriter, record producer, dancer and actress. Five-time Grammy award winner, and record sales of over 30 million in the United States. Elliott is the only female rapper to have six albums certified platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), including double platinum for her 2002 album Under Construction. Elliott is known for a series of hits and diverse music videos, including "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)”, “Hot Boyz”, “Get Ur Freak On”, “One Minute Man”, “4 My People”, “Work it”, “Pass That Dutch” and “Lose Control”. In addition, she has worked extensively as a songwriter
West's name has also made headlines after his appearance at Drake's OVO Fest last night. The rapper performed his hot songs such as "Black Skinhead," "Stronger," "Power," "All Day," and "Mercy." Travis Scott joined West onstage, and told the crowd that he broke out of jail in order to perform at OVO Fest. Scott was arrested on August 1st after he urged the crowd at Lollapalooza to rush the stage, and so the
The book Ella Baker and the Black Freedom Movement: A Radical Democratic Vision, by Dr. Barbara Ransby was an incredible and extremely moving book. I really enjoy learning about history and significant people who have impacted the history and culture of our country. However, I have never learned of Ella Baker nor have I ever heard her name mentioned once. Barbara Ransby's book provides a well-structured and insightful biography of one of the most important, yet least well-known, leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. After reading Ransby's book, I have learned of the immense contributions that Ella Baker has contributed to history, more specifically the Civil Rights Movement. Furthermore, I have gained a greater understanding of the
Carrie Prejean is the wife of Kyle Boller. Boller was a quarterback for St. Louis Rams, the Oakland Raiders, and the San Diego Chargers. He retired back in 2012. Carrie is an American model and was Miss California in 2009 and Miss USA first runner-up in 2009. Carrie married Boller in 2010, and they have two children: a daughter and a son.
She said “ Even though he’s gone, I will still love him and listen to his music
Songs like “Ain’t no mountain high enough”, “My Girl”, and “ABC” have shaped American history in ways that people don’t even realize. We wouldn’t be listing to artist like Beyoncé, Drake, and John Legend if these former artists didn’t write and/or perform these songs. They have allowed African American music to blossom to what it is known for today. If these artists did not continue to write and produce music, they would have never gotten anywhere and we wouldn’t have the African American artist we love today. This paper will now go into more specific African American singer, songwriters, and composers.
Lindsey Davis is a British writer. She was born in Birmingham in 1949 and is well known as a writer of historical detective stories. Everybody has heard of the ‘Ides of March’, the fateful day when Julius Ceaser was murdered in 32 BC. Lindsey Davis has probably taken a clue from this date and written the ‘The Ides of April’ a thrilling detective crime novel set in ancient Rome. Lindsey Davis is now 64 years old and has carved a niche for herself in the field of historical detective fiction.
Superheroes are unique people who have superpowers to fight crime and defend people that are in danger. On the other hand, celebrities are famous and talented individuals who are determined to entertain people. Although celebrities and superheroes both have special talent, they have differences and similarities on how they obtained their abilities, how they use their skills, and how they wear their attires.
Singer Ariana Grande once again apologized over the doughnut-licking incident which took place in a doughnut shop last July -- but this time, she did it on-air.