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Sam Cooke Was The First Artist To Own A Record Label And Publishing Company, Which Made Him A Target
Sam Cooke: The First Black Artist to Own a Record Label & The Mysterious Circumstances of His Death Sam Cooke was more than just a...
After Bobby Womack Married His Best Friend Sam Cooke Ex Wife, He Was Beat To A Pulp And Shot By. Here The Story!
The tragic and untimely death of legendary soul singer Sam Cooke in December 1964 sent shockwaves through the music world. But what...
Mary J. Blige’s Costly Divorce: Kendu Isaacs’ High-Priced Spousal Support Request of 130k
When Mary J. Blige ended her 13-year marriage to Kendu Isaacs, she was hit with an unexpected financial battle. Isaacs, who had served...
The Vitamin Water Deal That Changed 50 Cent Financial Future
In the world of hip-hop, few artists have successfully transitioned from music to business like 50 Cent. His story is one of ambition,...
Under Their First Record Deal, TLC Was Paid Just 56 Cents For Every Album They Sold - Each Member Made -19 Cents Per Sale
TLC may be one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, but their early success came with a shocking financial reality. Under their...
New Orleans, Louisiana Native 29 Year Old Hashim Walters Wants To Buy Spirit Airlines, Making It The First Black Owned Airline
Hashim Walters, a 29-year-old entrepreneur from New Orleans, has set his sights on making history by acquiring Spirit Airlines, which...
The Tragic Story of Don Cornelius The Creator of Soul Train: A Legacy of Soul and Sorrow
Don Cornelius, the legendary creator and host of Soul Train , revolutionized music television by giving African-American artists a...
New Orleans Rap Icons: The Hot Boys Known Individually As B.G, Lil Wayne, Turk & Juvenile
The Hot Boys, one of the most iconic groups in hip-hop history, have left an indelible mark on the music industry since their formation...
DJ Jimi: The New Orleans Pioneer Who Brought Bounce to the World
New Orleans, Louisiana, a city steeped in musical tradition, has birthed countless legends across genres. Among these pioneers stands...
MC T Tucker And DJ Irv: Pioneering New Orleans Bounce and Shaping a Musical Legacy
In the vibrant and culturally rich landscape of New Orleans music, few figures loom as large as MC T Tucker & DJ Irv . Recognized as the...
Orleans Brothers Takes Creole Cuisine to New Heights: Having The Best Gumbo Bowl In Nola
In the heart of New Orleans East, a vibrant red storefront at 5941 Bullard Ave. has become a beacon for Creole cuisine lovers. Orleans...
Berry Gordy Initially Rejected Marvin Gaye’s "What’s Going On," Calling It “The Worst Record” He’d Ever Heard
One of the most iconic songs in music history, "What's Going On" by Marvin Gaye, almost never saw the light of day. Berry Gordy, the...
Ryan Coogler Credits His Wife For His Success. When He Was Broke, She Brought Him His First Screenwriting Software.
Ryan Coogler, the groundbreaking filmmaker behind Black Panther and other cinematic milestones, recently acknowledged the invaluable...
Master P: From a $10,000 Inheritance to a $250 Million Empire
New Orleans native Master P, born Percy Miller, transformed a humble $10,000 inheritance from his grandfather’s life insurance policy...
Drake's Hidden Inspiration Behind Alicia Keys' "Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)": A Love Letter to Rapper Nicki Minaj
Alicia Keys’ soulful ballad Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready) , a standout from her 2009 album The Element of Freedom , resonates deeply with fans...
Bobby Womack's Betrayal To Sam Cooke And Scandalous Affair With His Wife Barbara
In the annals of music history, few tales capture the mix of heartbreak, controversy, and scandal quite like the union between R&B legend...
How Nas’ Unfinished Track Became 50 Cent’s Iconic Hit “Many Men”
In a recent interview with XXL Magazine, former A&R Lenny “Linen” Nicholson revealed a surprising origin story behind 50 Cent’s iconic...
50 Cent Makes History as First Black TV Producer to Achieve Over 200 Million Views Across Five Hit Shows
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has once again proven his prowess, not only in music but also in the world of television, by making history as...
Microsoft Saved Apple From Bankruptcy With A $150 Million Investment For 7%, Now Worth $242 Billion
In 1997, Apple found itself on the edge of bankruptcy, struggling to survive as competitors like Microsoft dominated the tech world....
How Shaquille O’Neal Built Financial Success Beyond Basketball
Shaquille O’Neal is not only a basketball legend; he’s also a savvy entrepreneur with a portfolio that rivals some of the most seasoned...
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