Alicia Keys Reminds Us to Vote for Change and Obama Oct. 1, 2008 – Though the Vote for Change TV campaign does not mention a specific party it’s easy to see that Alicia Keys supports Barrack Obama. The Television spot encourages everyone to participate, 'I’m Alicia Keys,' she says in the ad, 'and I’m asking you to get out and vote on November 4th. Your vote is your voice. Be heard.' More below
Bob Baldwin's "New Urban Jazz": Musical Gimmick or Next Step in Smooth Jazz? Nov. 14, 2008 - While fans, broadcasters and even some musicians are predicting the death of Smooth Jazz. More
Kenny G Goes Nuts for Christmas Nov. 14, 2008 – I just love it when a Jewish guy gets all hyped up on Christmas. Kenny G is planning a huge radio special for Christmas. Kenny, whose real name is Kenneth Gorelick has a 48 hour special of instrumental Smooth Jazz classics. More
Alicia Keys Is Losing Herself Aug. 25/08 – It’s the same tune that many people lament – “My job is killing me!” That’s what Alicia Keys is saying. She says, “Fame can bring a lot of emptiness. You are so driven that you work 20 hours a day, you get four hours of sleep, you do all that for 10 years straight.” Keys is open and honest about the great parts of her career as well, the money, the 11 Grammys and the fame but she points out that it’s a tough gig. More below.
Mariah Carey Sounds Like Crap Nov. 9, 2008 – What the hell is wrong with Mariah Carey’s voice? She sounded like a Buick last week on Simon Cowell’s UK hit show ‘The X Factor.’ Having a bad vocal night is one. More
Rod Stewart and Faces to Reunite Nov 14, 2008 – There may have been a few missteps in Rod Stewart’s career but fans of his old band the Faces are saying his gig next Monday isn’t one of them. It’s a practice rehearsal with the other surviving members of the Faces. More
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Alicia Keys Burps As Well As She Sings Aug. 12, 2008 – If only Alicia Keys spent more time burping, maybe I could stomach her more, well, probably not. Keys says she’s on a strict regiment when she tours, she looks after herself, doesn’t strain her voice and watches what she eats especially before each show. The singer says she once got on stage and couldn’t stop burping. “One time I ate right before going on stage and I had to hide my belches from the microphone. more below
Cowell & Abdul Send Love to Hudson Oct. 29, 2008 –Not only are fans,friends and family sending support and love to Jennifer Hudson but the American Idol clan are also reaching out. More
Joel Itching to Tour Again With Elton Oct. 29, 2008 – Billy Joel had this great idea for special shows, ‘Master Classes’ a few years ago. He would talk as much as sing. The concert series which are widely available. More
Alicia Keys Reminds Us to Vote for Change and Obama Oct. 1, 2008 – Though the Vote for Change TV campaign does not mention a specific party it’s easy to see that Alicia Keys supports Barrack Obama. The Television spot encourages everyone to participate, 'I’m Alicia Keys,' she says in the ad, 'and I’m asking you to get out and vote on November 4th. Your vote is your voice. Be heard.' American Idol’s Jennifer Hudson is also reminding everyone to make sure that you’re registered to vote on Nov. 4.
The overall campaign could give Obama an edge considering a new NBC pole released this morning, the Democratic candidate has a huge lead among new voters. The survey shows Obama would clinch 61% and McCain only 30%. 9% were undecided. Having Keys and Hudson in your camp would appeal to new and young voters.
The official slogan is "Your Voice is Our Future," Keys says "Once upon a time it was said that women should be seen and not heard. Today we can be loud enough to change the world."
Queen Latifah has also been featured on Obama commercials.
Alicia Keys Is Losing Herself Aug. 25/08 – It’s the same tune that many people lament – “My job is killing me!” That’s what Alicia Keys is saying. She says, “Fame can bring a lot of emptiness. You are so driven that you work 20 hours a day, you get four hours of sleep, you do all that for 10 years straight.” Keys is open and honest about the great parts of her career as well, the money, the 11 Grammys and the fame but she points out that it’s a tough gig. She says, “All of a sudden, you think, 'I'm a singer and, yes, I'm a songwriter and, yes, I perform, but what else is in my life? Do I have a family? Am I growing inside? Am I always too busy to see my mother and the people I love?” The 27 year old singer ads, “You have to numb yourself because you are away so long. It can change you and that is not the type of person I want to be. People always want something from you - you become like a ghost of yourself or of the person you could be.”
Keys recently got the honour of recording the theme to the new James Bond film, ‘Quantum of Solice’ with Jack White of the White Stripes. Her new single ‘Superwoman’ will be out on Sept 1st. – by John Beaudin
Alicia Keys Burps As Well As She Sings Aug. 12, 2008 – If only Alicia Keys spent more time burping, maybe I could stomach her more, well, probably not. Keys says she’s on a strict regiment when she tours, she looks after herself, doesn’t strain her voice and watches what she eats especially before each show. The singer says she once got on stage and couldn’t stop burping. “One time I ate right before going on stage and I had to hide my belches from the microphone - that was funny!” Keys says let that be a lesson to all singers who chow-down just before hitting the stage – remember once the burping starts, it stays.
The diva has just partnered with Vitamin Water after becoming addicted to the drink, “I don't partner with anybody, but this really was natural for me because I've been a fan from the beginning. I love their personality. Have you ever read the bottles? Don't you just feel naturally smarter when you read it?"
50 Cent and Jennifer Aniston both endorse Vitamin Water. – by John Beaudin
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Oct. 29, 2008 – Billy Joel had this great idea for special shows, ‘Master Classes’ a few years ago. He would talk as much as sing. The concert series which are widely available. 
Oct. 1, 2008 – Though the Vote for Change TV campaign does not mention a specific party it’s easy to see that Alicia Keys supports Barrack Obama. The Television spot encourages everyone to participate, 'I’m Alicia Keys,' she says in the ad, 'and I’m asking you to get out and vote on November 4th. Your vote is your voice. Be heard.' 
