James Brown’s Final Recordings Held Up By Legal Dispute
The legal feud over the estate of James Brown is stalling the release of the soul legend’s final recordings, his longtime adviser said.
Brown cut an album in Los Angeles the summer before he died in December 2006, but the songs are not being released because of courtroom disputes about who should benefit from his legacy and music royalties, said attorney Buddy Dallas.
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Ne Yo Takes R. Kelly To Court For Being Booted From Tour
Ne-Yo and Compound Touring Inc. filed a suit Monday (Dec. 31) against Rowe Entertainment Inc., the promoter of R. Kelly’s “Double-Up” Tour, for firing the singer after two shows as the opening act for Kelly. The suit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleges breach of contract and violation of the right of publicity.
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Dwele Working On Third Album
*With a Grammy nomination and a sudden boost of exposure on urban radio via Kanye West’s latest single “Flashing Lights,” R&B singer Dwele has enjoyed a breakout 2007 – but he says much more is in store for 2008.