POP SUPERSTAR PRINCE DIES AT 57

The world has indeed lost a legendary icon.

Singer-songwriter Prince has died at the age of 57 at his home in suburban Minneapolis, his publicist has confirmed.
His publicist, Yvette Noel-Schure, told the Associated Press news agency the music icon was found dead at his home on Thursday in Chanhassen.


It comes days after he suffered a medical emergency that forced his private jet to make an emergency landing in Illinois.
He was flying home from a show in Atlanta, Georgia, on 15 April when he was taken ill. Prince sold more than 100 million records and won seven Grammy Awards during a music career that spanned more than three decades.

Rest in peace Prince. You will be missed!

GQ HONORS 13 STYLISH MALE CELEBRITIES

13 most stylish male celebrities are been honored by GQ. Some of the names include, Drake, Future, Idris Elba, Russell Westbrook, Odell Beckham Jr., Ryan Reynolds, andHarry Styles.
Only Future, Idris Elba and Drake have their own individual covers (online only). 

I personally feel there are more stylish male celebrities that can be added to the list.

EMPIRE CO-STARS TIE THE KNOT

Empire co-stars Grace Gealey and Trai Byers tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in the Cayman Islands on Thursday. What's interesting to note is the fact that none of their Empire c-stars were in attendance.

Trust TMZ to get a photo (not so clear) of the bride and groom dressed in all white.


Congratulations Grace and Trai!

GET RID OF ALL THAT BACTERIA!

Scientists in Scotland may have discovered the most effective way to blast bacteria from health care workers’ hands.

They say a thorough six-step technique using an alcohol-based hand rub, as recommended by the World Health Organization, is the best method.

I've always been thorough when it comes to washing my hands considering the amount of things I touch daily. 

COCA-COLA LETS FATHERS GO ON LEAVE

It's safe to say Coca-Cola is redefining standards as they are now giving men the opportunity to spend more time with their newly born children. 

Previously, Coke only gave six to eight weeks paid leave to female employees who gave birth. But starting in January, all new parents at Coke including dads, adoptive and foster parents will be entitled to six weeks off upon the arrival of their kids. Birth mothers will also be entitled to an additional six to eight weeks leave. The new benefit is not available to unionized Coke workers. Overall 40,000 employees are eligible, out of 60,000 in the U.S.

SCOTT EASTWOOD IS THE VILLAIN!

Scott Eastwood has joined the cast of  F. Gary Gray's Fast and Furious 8.

Eastwood is joining newcomer Charlize Theron, who will be acting as the film's villain. The Universal film will see the return of Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez and Tyrese Gibson. F.

Fast and Furious 8 is set for release on April 14, 2017.

JOHN AND RHEY BRING YOU 'THE MAKING'

South Africa meets Nigeria and the artistry blend will keep you wanting more if you are a lover of good music. Here are some things you need to know about Rhey and John;

Rhey Osborne and John Lundun are individual artistes who on certain projects, form a duo. Rhey Osborne whose birth name is Rhema Osborne is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, model, and actor. He started singing at the age of eight and performed with his church choir and his mother. he is a soul singer who also branches into other genres such as house, jazz, r'n'b and gospel to mention a few.

South African born Chuene Marakalala better known by his stage name John Lundun, is a producer and DJ who started playing the piano at the age of nine. he later ventured into music production and enhanced his talent by studying at a few schools of music in South Africa, ranging from contemporary to jazz and pop music.

They both met in 2013 and the quality of Rhey's soulful deep voice and style, matched Lundun's soulful, versatile and expressive production and chord progressions.

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MUSIC TO MY EARS: 'AGAIN'- BRYMO

Had the most amazing experience this morning on my way to work. Usually I listen to music during my commute, flipping through my playlist I listened to Again by Nigerian artiste Brymo. The chords, his raspy but pleasant vocal, and production was a delight as I looked at the waves hit the shoreline of the beach, believe me I had it on repeat till I got to work.

I implore you whenever you get the time to have a listen to this beautiful piece. Proudly Nigerian!

https://my.notjustok.com/track/15542/brymo-again

THE ORIGIN OF THE 'HAPPY HOUR'

Don't we all just love the term Happy Hour". In case this sounds new to you it simply means selected hours during the day when you can buy drinks at a super cheap rate for more.

We can all agree that happy hour has become a sacred ritual in America. But have you ever wondered when the tradition of cheap libations after work began?


The first documented “happy hours” in the United States were held by the Navy as early as 1914 — but they had very little to do with alcohol.

For Navy sailors during the first World War, a “Happy Hour” was a weekly entertainment program held to help alleviate the boredom that comes with life at sea, according to Peter Jensen Brrown, an amateur pop culture historian who catalogs his research in the Early Sports and Pop Culture History Blog. News articles dating back to 1914 described the events as having live music, dancing, movie showings or boxing matches.

But it wasn’t until Prohibition (1920-1933) that Americans began using the term specifically for drinking.

JANET JACKSON STARTING A FAMILY

Janet Jackson has been back on the music scene with some new materials but most of her fans would rather she performs some old tunes instead. 

Anyway, the 49 year old singer and performer announced this morning via an instagram video that she will be postponing her tour as her and her husband Wissam al Mana are about to start a family. Nice one Janet!

'KOCKTAILS WITH KHLOE' CANCELLED

As much as Khloe is my favorite Kardashian, I kind of saw this coming. The few episodes I watched weren't that spectacular and it wasn't hard to see that Khloe was trying really hard.


FYI has pulled the plug on Khloe Kardashian's primetime talk show, with the final episode set to air on April 20.

The final episode of the series will feature special guests Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, John Legend and Chrissy Teigen.

"FYI and Pilgrim Media Group appreciate everyone’s great work on the series and are pleased that the show brought new viewers and significant numbers to FYI’s linear and digital platforms," FYI and Pilgrim Media Group, which produces the series, said in a joint statement. "We are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Khloé and thank her for her hard work and unique voice that she brought to the series."

The decision is especially shocking given that it comes two months after FYI gave the primetime talk show an order for 15 additional episodes on top of the original eight-episode order Kocktails had received back in July 2015.