Multi-Grammy-winning music producer Quincy Jones will soon be honored by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Usher and other music stars, who will record versions of his hit songs in a new album!
Q: Soul Bossa Nostra, set for release in May or June, will include contemporary versions of Jones’ classic hits performed by Jamie Foxx, LL Cool J, Wyclef Jean, John Legend, Snoop Dogg and others.
Jones will executive produce the album, which will compile songs selected by the artists themselves.
“I am honored that everyone wanted to be a part of this celebration of these songs,” Jones said of the collaboration of the music heavyweights. “They all made them their own, and knocked them out of the park.”
The first single from Q: Soul Bossa Nostra will be available on March 24.
Justin Timberlake, Shakira, Usher, Seal & Prince To Take Part In Michael Jackson Tribute At London’s Wembley Arena.
Jermaine Jackson has apparently gathered an all-star cast, including Prince, Justin Timberlake and Santana to pay tribute to his late brother Michael Jackson at a show in June in London.
The Tribute By Jermaine is expected to take place on June 8, 2010 at Wembley Arena in London.
Other participants include Shakira, Earth Wind and Fire, Nelson Mandela, Jennifer Hudson, Whitney Houston, Jabbawockeez, Seal, Neyo and a performance by the Jackson 5 with Janet Jackson.
‘The best way and most suitable way is to assemble the world’s largest tribute in history that is only fitting to a man who moved the hearts and souls of an unimaginable amount,’ Jermaine said in a statement.
The show will be filmed with 12 HD cameras and air globally on June 25, 2010.
From his first appearance on the hit TV show ‘Star Search’ to record sales of over 30 million, this five-time Grammy(r) Award winner’s career has been one huge success. His album “Confessions” sold over one-million copies in its first week of release, the highest debut-week numbers ever for a male R&B artist. Usher is also the first solo artist in history to simultaneously have three singles in the Hot 100’s top 10. His latest album, “Raymond v Raymond” is scheduled for release on March 30. Its first single, “Hey Daddy (Daddy’s Home)”, has already received high marks.
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USHER GIVES A LITTLE DANCE LESSON (MUCHMUSIC CHANNEL)
OPENING (“CAUGHT UP”)
“BURN”
“LOVE IN THIS CLUB”
PICS
INTERVIEW (THE PROVINCE)
R&B/hip-hop heartthrob Usher heated up the resort last night with hit songs and new numbers.
True to form Usher performed his turn-the-lights-down-low numbers, tossing articles of clothing into the crowd to shrieks of delight.
But he also managed to keep the crowd — there not just for his concert but to celebrate the closing of the 2010 Olympic Games here — engaged.
He even got some clothing back at him as people in the crowd threw him the now famous red Hudson’s Bay Team Canada mittens.
Earlier, Usher told The Province that: “The Olympics are about unity regardless of race, gender or creed, so I consider it a blessing to be asked to perform at events such as this year’s Winter Games.
“To be amongst people from all over the world and perform for fans that may not have seen me live before is such an honour. I am happy to be here in Whistler and to perform for my Canadian fans as well as be an ambassador to music.”
Asking for the crowd’s indulgence he played a song from his new album Raymond v Raymond, “There Goes My Baby.”
Judging by the reaction of the thousands at the Medals Celebration Plaza, the album, due to be released March 30 after a long delay, is headed for the top.
Said Usher: “I am really excited about the new album as it speaks to the ‘duality of man’, which is why it’s called Raymond v Raymond. I think it will really connect with fans and will be a natural followup to Confessions and Here I Stand. There is something in it for everyone.”
His six stage dancers, two guys and four girls, helped keep the show moving, their liquid and sexual choreography perfect for the music.
Hits such as “Confessions,” “Hey Daddy,” “Love in This Club” and “Bad Girls” really got the crowd going, especially when he made it personal for his “Whistler girls.”
The crowd didn’t even seem to care when efforts to play the music video to “Hey Daddy” failed. The stage show was mesmerizing enough.
As the nightly fireworks signalled the end of the show, Usher took a moment to honour the athletes, including the Canadian four-man bobsleigh team who were awarded their bronze medals just minutes before he began his performance.
“A lot of hard work has gone into this event,” said Usher.
Ellen DeGeneres will bring her popular daytime show back to Universal Orlando next month for a couple of episodes.
The show will tape two episodes on Sunday, March 28. They will air on April 1 and 2. “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” can be seen at 3 p.m. on weekdays.
DeGeneres announced the visit today. Her guests will include Sharon Osbourne and Usher; the show will spotlight rides and attractions at Universal Orlando.
“I love going to the Universal Orlando Resort,” DeGeneres said. “I always have so much fun. Last time I was there, I rode The Hulk and The Mummy. … You know what? It was so much fun, we’re going to go back there this year.” You can log on to the show’s Web site for information about tickets.
The tapings will be at the Lagoon Stage at Universal CityWalk.
