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Bob Marley Snapchat Filter Accused Of Cultural Insensitivity
A new filter released by Snapchat that makes users look like Bob Marley has caused a storm on social media, with many describing it as “digital blackface”.Fans of the iconic Jamaican singer, who died in...
By Ed Biggs in Music / Festivals on 21 April 2016
Peter Tosh's Cousin And Daughter At War Over Royalties
The musician's family has been at war over funds from his estate since 2014, when two of Tosh's girls, Aldrina and Niambi MCIntosh, became embroiled in a court battle over $2 million (£1.4...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 03 April 2016
Supreme Court Officials Reject Appeal Over Bob Marley Trademark Battle
The Exodus icon's children previously set up Fifty-Six Hope Road Music to take care of the late star's assets, rights and commercial interests and they granted an exclusive license to bosses at Zion...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 03 November 2015
Bob Marley's Early Recordings To Feature In New Biopic
Rebels will not focus on the No Woman No Cry hitmaker, but the four men who discovered and mentored him, including JAD Records founder Johnny Nash, who first signed the star, and his...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 18 September 2015
'Perfectionist' Rita Ora
Rita Ora is a ''perfectionist''.The 'I Will Never Let You Down' hitmaker has revealed she expects a lot of herself and often worries about what others expect of her too.She said: ''I expect a lot...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 16 March 2015
Bob Marley Statue Unveiled To Mark 70th Birthday
A new lifesize statue of Bob Marley was unveiled to mark the end of a weekend (07-08Feb15) of activities held in Jamaica to celebrate what would have been the reggae legend's 70th birthday.The statue of...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 10 February 2015
Why Madonna's "Rebel Heart" Pictures (Probably) Were Not A Pr Blunder
Let’s talk about the Madonna thing. Not because Madonna still has any cultural relevance per se , but because a little bit of media buzz may or may not have been the only thing her...
By Victoria Pavlova in Music / Festivals on 04 January 2015
Bob Marley's Legacy Honoured With Forthcoming Marijuana Blend: Marley Natural
It seems reggae legend Bob Marley's life-long passion is being embraced in the best way imaginable, as a brand new collection of legal marijuana is set to be unveiled in his name. Well, it was...
By Holly Williams in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 19 November 2014
Bob Marley Becomes Face Of Marijuana Brand
Bob Marley is going to be the face of the world's first international cannabis brand.The late reggae legend's family have struck a deal with private equity firm Privateer Holdings to launch Marley Natural, a new...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 19 November 2014
Miley Cyrus Shows Off New Pet Piglet Bubba Sue
Miley Cyrus has got a new pet piglet named Bubba Sue.The 'Wrecking Ball' hitmaker, who is well-known for her love of dogs, took to Instagram to reveal the latest member of the Cyrus household to...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 11 August 2014
Cedella Marley Designs Soccer Gear Inspired By Reggae Legend Dad
Bob Marley's eldest daughter Cedella has designed a soccer wear collection inspired by her late father's love of the sport.The Marley Apparel Soccer Capsule Collection 2014 will feature items linked to the reggae great's stylish...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 18 June 2014
Bob Marley Music Dispute Settled
A dispute over the rights to some of Bob Marley's most famous songs has been settled following a court battle in Britain.The legal war between two music companies, Cayman Music and Blue Mountain Music, went...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 05 June 2014
Copyright Dispute Over 13 Bob Marley Songs Kicks Off In London
A number of Bob Marley songs – including the iconic ‘No Woman No Cry’ are at the centre of a rights dispute being heard at The High Court in London. The publisher Cayman Music...
By Jack de Aguilar in Music / Festivals on 14 May 2014
Keith Richards Teams Up With Musicians To Pay Reggae Tribute To Marley
Rolling Stones star Keith Richards has teamed up with blues guitarist/singer Keb' Mo' and reggae stars Mermans Mosengo and Sherieta Lewis to record a new Bob Marley tribute for an upcoming charity album.The quartet joins...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 30 April 2014
Harry Styles Enjoys Goldeneye Break With Gary Barlow And James Corden
Harry Styles, Gary Barlow and James Corden enjoyed a break at Ian Fleming's old Goldeneye home.The late author penned many of James Bond's spy adventures at the Jamaican property, and the British trio took the...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 15 February 2014
Fergie's Son's Name Came To Her In A Dream
Fergie's name for her son came to her in a dream.The 'London Bridge' singer and husband Josh Duhamel welcomed their first son, Axl, into the world three months ago and the pop star says his...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 November 2013
Michael Jackson Named Top Earning Celebrity Dead Or Alive
In it's most recent list of top celebrity earners, Forbes has named Michael Jackson as the highest earning dead celebrity of the last year. With his estate earning an estimated $160 million between October 2012...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 24 October 2013
Jls And Little Mix Join Marley Brothers In Beatles Tribute
British bands Jls and Little Mix joined Bob Marley's sons to perform at a music festival in The Beatles' hometown on Sunday (25Aug13).Crowds gathered at Liverpool's Sefton Park, England to celebrate the Fab Four's birthplace...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 26 August 2013
Nick Hornby: Bob Marley Live Was Disappointing
Bob Marley's live performance was a huge disappointment, Nick Hornby has claimed.The 'High Fidelity' author admitted he can barely remember seeing the reggae legend on stage, but tries not to admit that, or how let...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 15 August 2013
Lauryn Hill Begins Three Month Stay In Prison For Tax Evasion
Lauryn Hill is officially a jail bird, as the rapper/singer has begun her three month stay behind bars for tax evasion charges. According to TMZ, Hill checked into the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury on...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 09 July 2013
Snoop Lion: 'I'm The Next Bob Marley'
Rapper-turned-reggae star Snoop Lion is convinced he was always destined to become the the next Bob Marley.The former hip-hop icon has turned to Rastafarianism following a spiritual trip to Jamaica last year (12), which gave...
By WENN on 14 May 2013
M.i.a. Accuses Grammy Awards Bosses Of Stealing Her Stage Design
M.I.A. has accused Grammy Awards bosses of stealing the stage design for their Bob Marley tribute from one she debuted in Australia in January (13).The Paper Planes hitmaker has placed footage from the Grammys tribute,...
By WENN on 21 February 2013
Bob Marley's Son Defends Snoop In Rastafari Row
Bob Marley's son has defended Snoop Lion following accusations he became Rastafarian for profit.The rapper was heavily criticised by members of the Rastafari community - including Bob's former bandmate Bunny Wailer - who claim he...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 January 2013
Rohan Marley Defends Snoop Dogg Over Rastafari Move
Bob Marley's son Rohan has jumped to the defence of rapper Snoop Dogg after one of his late father's The Wailers bandmates accused the rapper of fraudulently posing as a Rastafarian.Bunny Wailer took aim at...
By WENN on 25 January 2013
Snoop Lion Accused Of Rastafarian Fakery
Snoop Lion has been accused of becoming a Rastafarian for profit.The rapper - who changed his name from Snoop Dogg last year after becoming immersed in the Rastafari movement during a visit to Jamaica -...
By Bang Showbiz on 24 January 2013
Bunny Wailer Disgruntled By Snoop Lion And Threatening To Sue For Being A False Rastafarian
Snoop Lion used to be called Snoop Dogg and was born Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr - that's a lot of names for one person to have in their lifetime. The reason behind Snoop's anthropomorphising is...
By Lorna Greville in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 23 January 2013
Bunny Wailer Takes Aim At Snoop Dogg For New Rastafari Persona
Bob Marley's former The Wailers bandmate Bunny Wailer has taken aim at rapper Snoop Dogg for posing as a member of the Rastafari movement after immersing himself in Jamaican culture last year (12).The hip-hop superstar...
By WENN on 23 January 2013
Snoop Lion Says He Discovered Pharrell
Snoop Lion claims he discovered Pharrell Williams.The 'Drop It Like It's Hot' rapper has credited himself with helping The Neptunes producer become one of the biggest names in music by taking a chance on him...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 January 2013
Bob Marley's Widow Settles Trademark Lawsuit
Bob Marley's widow Rita and their nine children have settled a trademark lawsuit with the reggae legend's half-brother.The Marleys accused Richard Booker of using his connection to the late One Love hitmaker to promote fish...
By WENN on 02 December 2012
Happy 70th Birthday, Jimi Hendrix! Is It Too Late To Become A Hendrix Fan?
Jimi Hendrix, in action, in his heydayHappy Birthday, Jimi Hendrix! Today, Jimi Hendrix would have been celebrating his 70th birthday, had a tragic turn of events not resulted in his death on September 18, 1970.He...
By Hayley Avron in Music / Festivals on 27 November 2012
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