The music world is currently mourning the passing of yet another legend, as Nick Ashford succumbed to throat cancer. Over the past two years we have lost the likes of Amy Winehouse (twitterpage), Gil Scott-Heron, Teena Marie  (@msteenamarie), and of course, Michael Jackson, to name just a few. Sometimes it really does seem as though you […]

Despite what you’ve heard, Black people are the world’s taste makers. We are the ones who say what’s hot or not. Once it becomes popular in our community, mainstream picks it up and runs away with it. Think about it. Big lips weren’t in style until Angelina Jolie had them. You and I both know […]

Rick Ross has been making interesting changes to his Maybach Music Group label lately, signing Wale in March 2011 and officially signing Midwestern emcee Stalley last week. Listeners of their music may be surprised that they landed deals with Rick Ross, whose music is known for its extravagant drug-dealing tales and lavish imagery. Still, rap […]

VIA: EURWeb.com EUR has learned that singing great Teena Marie will be cremated as per her wish. The services will be private between family and close friends. The acclaimed singer/musician/producer died “peacefully in her sleep,” according to her 19-year-old daughter Alia Rose, after the two enjoyed a wonderful Christmas together. We’ve also learned from her […]

Marsha Ambrosius treated fans at a recent concert in North London to the world premiere of a cover of Teena Marie’s “Yes Indeed” that she had recorded for her upcoming debut album.

As the mystery around Teena Marie’s sudden death unravels, it appears a seizure may have played a role in the singer’s passing.

DJ Lonnie B paid tribute to the late great Teena Marie during the 12 O’clock Throwback. If you missed the mixed we’ve got you covered. Check it out!

On December 26, 2010 singer Teena Marie died in her home at the age of 54. As is customary when a musician we love has passed away, we take a moment to highlight how they’ve influenced the hip-hop generation. R.I.P. Teena Marie: Celebs Remember The Legendary Singer On Twitter As a gifted singer and musician […]

R&B singer Teena Marie has passed away at the age of 54. TMZ.com is reporting that the Grammy nominated singer once known as Rick James’ protégée — died in her sleep last night at the age of 54. Marie, nicknamed Lady Tee,  was one of the few successful white performers of R&B. She played guitar, […]

R&B singer Teena Marie has passed away at the age of 54. TMZ.com is reporting that the Grammy nominated singer once known as Rick James’…

Martin reports that Marie’s manager told him that Marie’s daughter found her dead in her home today, and that she suffered a seizure last month. To follow the story, head over to Martin’s Twitter feed. According to Roland Martin, R&B singer Teena Marie has passed away at the age of 54. Martin cites Marie’s manager, […]