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Monday, June 29, 2009
BET Awards honor Michael Jackson’s legacy
BET Awards honor Michael Jackson’s legacy
LOS ANGELES - The BET Awards became the official Michael Jackson TV celebration on Sunday, with joyous tributes to the King of Pop from a New Edition medley of Jackson 5 songs to host Jamie Foxx’s tender monologue delivered in that classic red leather zipper jacket and white glove.
“No need to be sad. We want to celebrate this black man,” said Foxx, who kicked off the show with a re-enactment of the choreography from Jackson’s iconic “Beat It” video in front of the star-studded crowd, on its feet from the start of the show.
Joe Jackson, the singer’s father, was on hand to represent the grief-stricken family. “I just wish he could be here to celebrate himself,” he said. “Sadly, he’s not here, so I’m here to celebrate for him.”
Already an affair of major star wattage, the night’s show at the Shrine Auditorium was thrown under a white-hot spotlight in the wake of Michael Jackson’s death Thursday, adding attendees and guests, doubling the number of media requests, adding an extra half-hour to the telecast and even lengthening the red carpet to accommodate all who wanted to take part.
Backstage, Ciara recounted talking on the phone with her idol and her regrets that she never got to meet him. As she talked, she started to cry. “He meant so much to me,” she said through tears.
A unique place
While Jackson’s incredible influenced stretched across genres, races, and cultures, he had a very unique place in the world of black entertainment. His influence is arguably most visible in urban music, seen in stars like Usher who mimic his dance moves, to Ne-Yo, whose music is marked by its Jackson-isms. But that influence went beyond music: Jackson was black America’s biggest star, who broke racial barriers that allowed for so many other superstars to follow.
Producers of the annual awards show — which recognizes the best in music, acting and sports — revamped the show to meet the moment. While Beyonce and T.I. were the leading award nominees with five apiece, giving out trophies was an afterthought: Honoring Jackson was became the show’s main focus.
While some performed their own hits, most made sure to incorporate some of the man who influenced them in their performances. A chant of “Michael Jackson, Michael Jackson” was heard while Keri Hilson performed, and Foxx’s “Blame It” incorporated some of the Jacksons’ dance hit “Blame It On the Boogie.”
Reflections of the star
Throughout the night, Foxx also regularly turned up in some of Jackson’s signature looks, like the wide-collar black leather outfit from “Billie Jean.”
New Edition, the 1980s teen sensations who were considered that generation’s Jackson 5 with their own version of bubble-gum soul, ran through several of the Jackson 5’s greatest hits, from “I Want You Back” to “ABC,” mirroring their idols right down to the group’s original choreography. Ne-Yo sang one of Jackson’s most sensual songs, “Lady in my Life.”
“He’s the man who made it possible for me to be on the stage; I love you and I miss you,” he said later.
Ciara sang Jackson’s humanitarian anthem, “Heal the World,” dressed in a jacket that had Jackson’s signature military epaulets.
And winners acknowledged Jackson when they received their awards.
“This is for you, Michael Jackson,” said Beyonce, as she held her trophy for best female R&B artist skyward. “I have to thank Michael for being my future and my hero.”
“We all know none of us in this in this room wouldn’t be here for Michael Jackson,” said Lil Wayne, as he picked up his award for best male hip-hop star.
“My heart and prayers go out to the whole Jackson family,” said basketball star LeBron James, who won best male athlete
LOS ANGELES - The BET Awards became the official Michael Jackson TV celebration on Sunday, with joyous tributes to the King of Pop from a New Edition medley of Jackson 5 songs to host Jamie Foxx’s tender monologue delivered in that classic red leather zipper jacket and white glove.
“No need to be sad. We want to celebrate this black man,” said Foxx, who kicked off the show with a re-enactment of the choreography from Jackson’s iconic “Beat It” video in front of the star-studded crowd, on its feet from the start of the show.
Joe Jackson, the singer’s father, was on hand to represent the grief-stricken family. “I just wish he could be here to celebrate himself,” he said. “Sadly, he’s not here, so I’m here to celebrate for him.”
Already an affair of major star wattage, the night’s show at the Shrine Auditorium was thrown under a white-hot spotlight in the wake of Michael Jackson’s death Thursday, adding attendees and guests, doubling the number of media requests, adding an extra half-hour to the telecast and even lengthening the red carpet to accommodate all who wanted to take part.
Backstage, Ciara recounted talking on the phone with her idol and her regrets that she never got to meet him. As she talked, she started to cry. “He meant so much to me,” she said through tears.
A unique place
While Jackson’s incredible influenced stretched across genres, races, and cultures, he had a very unique place in the world of black entertainment. His influence is arguably most visible in urban music, seen in stars like Usher who mimic his dance moves, to Ne-Yo, whose music is marked by its Jackson-isms. But that influence went beyond music: Jackson was black America’s biggest star, who broke racial barriers that allowed for so many other superstars to follow.
Producers of the annual awards show — which recognizes the best in music, acting and sports — revamped the show to meet the moment. While Beyonce and T.I. were the leading award nominees with five apiece, giving out trophies was an afterthought: Honoring Jackson was became the show’s main focus.
While some performed their own hits, most made sure to incorporate some of the man who influenced them in their performances. A chant of “Michael Jackson, Michael Jackson” was heard while Keri Hilson performed, and Foxx’s “Blame It” incorporated some of the Jacksons’ dance hit “Blame It On the Boogie.”
Reflections of the star
Throughout the night, Foxx also regularly turned up in some of Jackson’s signature looks, like the wide-collar black leather outfit from “Billie Jean.”
New Edition, the 1980s teen sensations who were considered that generation’s Jackson 5 with their own version of bubble-gum soul, ran through several of the Jackson 5’s greatest hits, from “I Want You Back” to “ABC,” mirroring their idols right down to the group’s original choreography. Ne-Yo sang one of Jackson’s most sensual songs, “Lady in my Life.”
“He’s the man who made it possible for me to be on the stage; I love you and I miss you,” he said later.
Ciara sang Jackson’s humanitarian anthem, “Heal the World,” dressed in a jacket that had Jackson’s signature military epaulets.
And winners acknowledged Jackson when they received their awards.
“This is for you, Michael Jackson,” said Beyonce, as she held her trophy for best female R&B artist skyward. “I have to thank Michael for being my future and my hero.”
“We all know none of us in this in this room wouldn’t be here for Michael Jackson,” said Lil Wayne, as he picked up his award for best male hip-hop star.
“My heart and prayers go out to the whole Jackson family,” said basketball star LeBron James, who won best male athlete
Sunday, June 28, 2009
BET Awards Top 12 Moments by BET.COM
Celebrity guests joined host Toccara during this one-hour look back at the TOP 12 MOMENTS of the BET Awards. It’s only natural that the most incredible awards show on TV has brought about some of the most memorable, outrageous, jaw-dropping and show-stopping moments in BET history.
TOP 12 MOMENTS of the BET Awards featured a unique blend of familiar Black American entertainment voices who shared their reflections on the moments that have made the past eight years of watching and participating in the BET Awards so incredibly memorable.
Did your favorite moment make the countdown?
TOP 12 MOMENTS
1) Mo'Nique does the Beyonce dance.
2) Michael Jackson and James Brown perform.
3) Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Holliday perform.
4) Alicia Keys performs with SWV, EnVogue and TLC.
5) Fugees Reunion.
6) Chaka Khan tribute.
7) Old School Hip Hop Medley.
8) Teena Marie and Rick James perform.
9) Jamie Foxx and Fantasia Kiss.
10) Janet Jackson reunites with the "Good Times" cast.
11) Al Green tribute.
12) Busta Rhymes and Eminem perform.
TOP 12 MOMENTS of the BET Awards featured a unique blend of familiar Black American entertainment voices who shared their reflections on the moments that have made the past eight years of watching and participating in the BET Awards so incredibly memorable.
Did your favorite moment make the countdown?
TOP 12 MOMENTS
1) Mo'Nique does the Beyonce dance.
2) Michael Jackson and James Brown perform.
3) Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Holliday perform.
4) Alicia Keys performs with SWV, EnVogue and TLC.
5) Fugees Reunion.
6) Chaka Khan tribute.
7) Old School Hip Hop Medley.
8) Teena Marie and Rick James perform.
9) Jamie Foxx and Fantasia Kiss.
10) Janet Jackson reunites with the "Good Times" cast.
11) Al Green tribute.
12) Busta Rhymes and Eminem perform.
2009 BET Awards Dedicated to Music Icon Michael Jackson
With the untimely passing of an incomparable legend, the 2009 BET Awards will be shifting gears to honor the late Michael Jackson and his contributions to not only the music industry, but to the entire world. His loss is a difficult one to accept and BET will do its part to ensure that his legend lives on.
The 2009 BET Awards will be dedicated to the life, legacy and legend of music icon, Michael Jackson.
Jackson’s impact on our lives has been significant. Whether exhibited by his humanitarian efforts, his ability to reshape the concept of a music video, or his engaging star power, “The King of Pop” is unlike any other artist, defining the very fabric of what popular music is today.
Michael Jackson’s influence is undeniable, as traces of his style are prevalent in a number of today’s top artists. But his significant impact on this network will also forever be etched into the history tablets of Black Entertainment Television.
“Michael’s influence is felt every day in so many ways at BET Networks, and it’s been that way throughout our network’s entire 29-year history. We watched him grow up, and he truly feels like he is a member of our family,” Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BET Networks, Debra Lee, said in a statement. “He will be missed more than we can say…but his legend and memory live on in the artists, musicians, producers, dancers, fans, and everyone else who looks to him for inspiration.”
Who could forget that one of the most memorable milestones in BET history was Michael Jackson's surprise appearance during the tribute to James Brown at the 2003 BET Awards? His impromptu performance with the “Godfather of Soul” left everyone breathless.
It is hard to believe that both the “Godfather of Soul” and “The King of Pop” are now both gone – but never, ever forgotten.
Jackson has done more for music and popular culture than any other artist; his influence crosses generations, races, genders and even continents. That incredible global reach matched with decades of musical integrity and genius is why Jackson was the very first artist inducted into the BET Walk of Fame back in 1995.
Taking all of his monumental contributions into consideration, the 2009 BET Awards will be dedicated to the unparalleled “King of Pop” and we will spend the evening paying tribute to the legacy of Michael Jackson.
The 2009 BET Awards will be dedicated to the life, legacy and legend of music icon, Michael Jackson.
Jackson’s impact on our lives has been significant. Whether exhibited by his humanitarian efforts, his ability to reshape the concept of a music video, or his engaging star power, “The King of Pop” is unlike any other artist, defining the very fabric of what popular music is today.
Michael Jackson’s influence is undeniable, as traces of his style are prevalent in a number of today’s top artists. But his significant impact on this network will also forever be etched into the history tablets of Black Entertainment Television.
“Michael’s influence is felt every day in so many ways at BET Networks, and it’s been that way throughout our network’s entire 29-year history. We watched him grow up, and he truly feels like he is a member of our family,” Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BET Networks, Debra Lee, said in a statement. “He will be missed more than we can say…but his legend and memory live on in the artists, musicians, producers, dancers, fans, and everyone else who looks to him for inspiration.”
Who could forget that one of the most memorable milestones in BET history was Michael Jackson's surprise appearance during the tribute to James Brown at the 2003 BET Awards? His impromptu performance with the “Godfather of Soul” left everyone breathless.
It is hard to believe that both the “Godfather of Soul” and “The King of Pop” are now both gone – but never, ever forgotten.
Jackson has done more for music and popular culture than any other artist; his influence crosses generations, races, genders and even continents. That incredible global reach matched with decades of musical integrity and genius is why Jackson was the very first artist inducted into the BET Walk of Fame back in 1995.
Taking all of his monumental contributions into consideration, the 2009 BET Awards will be dedicated to the unparalleled “King of Pop” and we will spend the evening paying tribute to the legacy of Michael Jackson.
Friday, June 19, 2009
BET BEST NEW ARTIST NOMINESS
Keri Hilson
Hometown:
Birth Name: Keri Lynn Hilson
Official Site:
Official Site: kerihilsonmusic.com
Summary:
After launching her career as one of R&B’s most exceptional songwriters, Keri Hilson slowly became the new face of R&B. Teaming up with super-producers Timbaland and Polow Da Don, Hilson finally released her highly-anticipated debut, “In A Perfect World,” on March 23, 2009.
Kid Cudi
Hometown:
Birth Name: Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi
Official Site:
Official Blog: Kidcudi.com
Summary:
If you haven’t been mumbling the hook to the smash single “Day ‘N’ Nite” you simply do not have a pulse. Kid Cudi is affiliated with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music imprint for a good reason – he makes good music! His debut album, “Man On The Moon,” is scheduled for a summer release.
Ryan Leslie
Hometown:
Birth Name: Anthony Ryan Leslie
Official Site:
Official Twitter: ryan_leslie
Summary:
Known for veering left when his peers go right, Ryan Leslie’s eclectic style has been one of the most sought out sounds in 2008. Releasing his self-titled debut in February, Leslie easily became one of R&B’s rising stars.
Jazmine Sullivan
Hometown:
Birth Name: Jazmine Marie Sullivan
Official Site:
Official Site: jazminesullivanmusic.com
Summary:
Missy Elliott has had her fair share of talented protégés. But no one (except Elliott) expected Jazmine Sullivan to blossom and blow up so quickly. Immeasurable musicality matched with raw and honest lyricism, Jazmine Sullivan is the very definition of what an incendiary artist should be. Five Grammy nods is just the beginning.
M.I.A.
Hometown:
Birth Name: Mathangi Arulpragasam
Official Site:
Official Site: Miauk.com
Summary:
“Paper Planes” anyone? The monster single from the British-born Sri Lankan artist hit the industry hard after its placement in the film “Pineapple Express.” Since then, Kanye West flipped the song for the posse cut “Swagga Like Us.” M.I.A. made an unforgettable appearance at the 2009 Grammys as she performed the song while nine months pregnant.
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