Shakira is having a remarkably productive month. It’s also been reproductive. Less than four weeks after being named the 40th most powerful woman on the planet and two-days removed from landing a spring coaching gig on NBC’s The Voice, the Colombian pop star confirmed that she and boyfriend Gerard Pique…
When you think of motorbikes in Miami, you probably think of Memorial Day weekend — girls riding on the backs of seats, bent over, arms around boyfriends’ waists, flashing thongs, and showing off those famous Miami curves. But this isn’t Memorial Day weekend, and these aren’t the bikes that come…
Forever R&B, With Kelly Price, Dru Hill, Carl Thomas, and Shirley Murdock, at BankUnited Center September 22
Brother Ali at Culture Room September 23
Florence and the Machine at the BB&T Center September 26
He lost “M.J. at Summer Jam” to propofol, but Jay-Z still has “Obama on the text” to keep him company. In fact, they hung out last night. President Barack Obama spent part of the evening with celebrity superfriends Jay-Z and Beyoncé, and about 100 guests of their guests at a…
What’s done is done. Steven Tyler cheated on Joe Perry with Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson. But “now it’s time to bring rock back.” And just as Tyler promised when he announced that he’d be leaving American Idol to rededicate his time to Aerosmith, the group’s been “kicking some serious…
Despite opposing views on war, the current administration, or foreign policy, supporting our men and women in uniform is something that all Americans can agree on. After all, we’re forever indebted to their brave, selfless service, and commitment to our country. So buy a vet a beer. Or simply thank…
America’s favorite “fucking fairground stripper” and the country’s most prolific pop monster may soon share a stage. According to E! News, Madonna recently told an Atlantic City concert crowd that she loves Lady Gaga, dedicating “Masterpiece” to Mother Monster and hinting a potential collaboration. “Imitation is the highest form of…
See also “Frank Ocean Is Gay: A Ten-Point History of Coming Out in Music, From Bowie to Lance Bass.” There’s a new way of declaring “no homo” before complimenting another dude’s ridiculous abs or quipping that homie’s butt sags in JNCO jeans. His name is Frank Ocean. Lil Wayne has…
Shortly after beating a woman (you know, Rihanna) and pleading guilty to felony assault charges in 2009, the Superior Court of California slapped Chris Brown on the wrist with a remarkably lenient punishment. In short, the ill-tempered pop star received five years probation and was ordered to serve six months…
Face it … We’re a society obsessed with celebrity wealth. Whether it’s the 20 Richest Rappers, Ten Richest DJs, Eight Richest Musicians in their Teens and 20s, or the Five Richest Celebs in the Music Business, you can count on Crossfade to narrow down the ridiculously long, arbitrary lists published…
Black makeup, platform shoes, and leather pants are seldom worn on the high seas. But once a year, the KISS Navy throws a bash aboard a luxury vessel and encourages folks to dress like their favorite 1970s rock stars. Skippered by Admiral Gene Simmons and Co-Commanding Officer Paul Stanley, KISS…
See also “Juvenile Arrested in Miami Beach” and “Juvenile’s Miami Beach Arrest Report: An Extremely Detailed Breakdown.” Cocky and Confident, just like the title of his 2009 LP, Juvenile (or his lead counsel) pled not guilty to a disorderly conduct charge racked up last month in Miami Beach, according to…
See also “Snoop Doggy Dogg Lion and Six Other Musicians’ Midcareer Name-Changes.” During a recent trip to Toronto, hip-hop elder statesman and born-again reggae artist Snoop Lion (formerly Snoop Dogg) was asked about the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Snoop was in Canada promoting Reincarnated, a new documentary detailing the MC’s…
Even though their raging bromance seems to be fizzling, 50 Cent recently told radio jock Rickey Smiley that he and Floyd Mayweather were “always [going to] be cool.” And until this morning, we believed him. But then Fiddy turned his back on Money and ventured into enemy territory with the…
And the nominees are … Kanye West, a handful of other MCs, and seven websites. During 106 and Park last night, actor-comedian Mike Epps announced that he’d be reprising his role as host of BET’s annual Hip-Hop Awards, airing October 9, and revealed some of this year’s nominees. Yeezy was…
Tears, they’re not often shed in the rap game. But during an appearance on MTV’s RapFix Live yesterday, DMX dropped his tough-guy persona and let the waterworks flow. X was talking about his mom when he choked up, detailing the painful past that the two share and their counseling session…
The Miami Marlins kick off a three-game home series against division rivals Atlanta Braves this Monday, but at this point, only bragging rights are at stake. As of press time, the Fish are dead last, some 22-and-a-half games back from the Washington Nationals and more than a dozen out from…
After a winless preseason and a road game against the Houston Texans to start the 2012 NFL regular season, the Miami Dolphins are ready to kick things off at home against the Oakland Raiders this Sunday at 1 p.m. at Sun Life Stadium (347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens). Optimism,…
Conquer the Mic: Freestyle Battle at Green Room September 19
Toby Keith at Cruzan Amphitheatre September 15
