It’s been a pretty good year for Ethiopia Habtemariam. Following the reestablishment of Universal Music Group’s three core brands; Def Jam Recordings, Island Records and Motown Records as “stand-alone” business operations, Habtemariam — who entered into the year as senior Vice President of Motown Records and head of urban music at Universal Music Publishing Groupwas promoted to President of the storied brand that brought the world Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Erykah Badu and NE-YO — to name a few. She’s going to be a the REVOLT Music Conference in Miami, shedding light on this industry she’s thriving in and also how to push music forward. Check her out after the jump.
Motown Records’ President, Ethiopia Habtemariam, Will Be At Revolt’s Music Conference In Miami. Will You?
(Video) Givency Designer Riccardo Tisci Celebrates 40th B-Day In Ibiza W/ Diddy, Kanye, Kim & More!
Last night in Ibiza, all the stars were out and in full force celebrating the born day of famed fashion killa, Givency’s designer Riccardo Tisci. Tisci is loved in so many circles, having had made stars such as Ciara, Erykah Badu, and more the face of ad campaigns for the iconic fashion house. See Riccardo celebrate with celeb homies, Justin Bieber, Kanye & Kim, Kendall Jenner, Ciara, and more inside!
Essence Festival Had The Highest Attendance In Its 20 Year History For 2014!
The Essence Festival’s 20th anniversary set a record for annual attendance, with more than 550,000 participants celebrating over 4 days this past weekend in New Orleans! “I woke up this morning and felt a great sense of pride and gratitude,” Essence Communications Inc. president Michelle Ebanks said about the feat. The annual show this year included amazing performances highlighted by Prince, Richie, Charlie Wilson, Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Janelle Monae, Trey Songz and more. They’ve already begun work on next year’s event, which coincides with the 45th anniversary of the magazine.
(Video) Dave Chappelle Reveals The Most Memorable Experience From His Comeback Tour!
Comedian Dave Chappelle has taken to Revolt TV to discuss his experience during his sold out show at Radio City Music Hall featuring a number of surprise guests from Erykah Badu to Kanye West. Chappelle has reminisced on the rarest moments during the event and says the best time he had was meeting so many warm faces. Check out the full interview here.
(Photo+ Video) Yasiin Bey AKA Mos Def Returns At Radio City Music Hall With Dave Chapelle!
Talk about a surprise guest. After pushing back his North American tour dates for what was at first thought to be because of immigration issues which have since been cleared up, Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, returned to the stage tonight (June 27th) as a special guest for Dave Chapelle’s New York City comedy stint. Check out the picture and video of him on stage after the jump!
(Video) Nas Performs “NY State Of Mind” With Live Orchestra At Radio City Music Hall!
After Kanye West performed for Dave Chappelle last week at Radio City Music Hall as part of Chappelle’s NYC comedy tour, the comedian has now also had the NY legend, Nasir Jones, perform at his show last night. And damn, did he put on a performance. Check the video of Nasty Nas performing “NY State Of Mind” with an entire live orchestra right behind him after the jump!
