Ariana Madix took a page from Mariah Carey’s book while throwing shade at her Vanderpump Rules co-star Raquel Leviss!
03.03.2023 - 09:43 / thefader.com
At the start of this year Rolling Stone ran a list of The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. Like all good list-making, it contained some undeniable truths (Aretha Franklin topped the poll) and some provocative decisions to get the people going. Celine Dion fans, for example, were so outraged by her not making the list in any capacity that they protested outside the publication's offices.
In addition to Dion's fans, the list has also riled Chaka Khan, who landed at No.29 on the final list, sandwiched between Hank Williams and Mahalia Jackson. Khan was asked about her position in a new interview with The Originals podcast and her response was refreshingly undiplomatic, taking shots at her peers, some of the younger artists who were placed higher than her, and those involved in compiling the list. “I didn’t even know what the hell you were talking about, so obviously this don’t mean a great deal to me,” she told host Andrew Goldman.
“These people don’t quantify or validate me in any way.” Read Next: Chaka Khan, sampled on Kanye West’s “Through The Wire,” calls the song “stupid” Once she started hearing names and numbers, however, Khan's interest was piqued. In Khan's view, Joan Baez was lucky to scrape in at No.189 (“let’s be honest, the bitch cannot sing. Now, she was a good writer.”) Mariah Carey's No.5 spot, meanwhile, was dismissed as "payola or some shit like that.” As for Adele (No.22) Khan's response was a curt: "I quit." It was Mary J.
Ariana Madix took a page from Mariah Carey’s book while throwing shade at her Vanderpump Rules co-star Raquel Leviss!
Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey still have a great relationship. The pair, who married in 2008, divorced in 2016, and had a set of twins, are still friends. In a new interview, Cannon talked about how special Carey and how she still is “the love of his life.” Nick Cannon shares how much he pays on child supportNick Cannon welcomes his 12th child with Alyssa Scott, one month after his 11thA post shared by NICK CANNON (@nickcannon)“Like the greatest? I mean, I always talk about that,” he said in an interview with The Shade Room.
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Taking cues from an icon! Ariana Madix seemingly channeled Mariah Carey while throwing shade a Pump Rules costar — and former friend — Raquel Leviss.
Nick Cannon won’t EVER get over Mariah Carey!
Nick Cannon still has immense love for his ex-wife, Mariah Carey. On March 18, The Wild 'n Out star sat down with The Shade Room, where he opened up about how important Mariah is to him. When asked who is the love of his life, Nick replied, «Like the greatest? I mean, I always talk about that. Then, it goes viral and all her fans get mad at me.»Not only did Nick say Mariah is his greatest love, but he also gave reasons why he admires her and their past relationship.«I was 12 years old with Mariah Carey pictures on my wall, and that becomes my wife,» the 42-year-old entertainer recalled.
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Chaka Khan has apologised for hitting out at Rolling Stone’s ‘200 Best Singers Of All Time’ list, saying that she is committed to “empowering all artists”.The US funk and soul singer was ranked at number 29 on the viral list which was published on January 1, 2023.Topped by Aretha Franklin, the likes of Whitney Houston, Sam Cooke, Billie Holiday and Mariah Carey round out the Top Five.Khan, however, responded by calling the magazine editors “blind bitches”.“They need hearing aids,” she said on on Andrew Goldman’s ‘Originals’ podcast. “These must be the children of Helen Keller!”The ‘I Feel For You’ singer also criticised the artists who ranked above her, including Carey.
Rufus Wainwright has announced new album ‘Folkocracy’, which will feature guest contributions from David Byrne, ANOHNI, John Legend and more.The album of folk music reinventions – out June 2 via BMG – marks the artist’s upcoming 50th birthday and also features special guests Brandi Carlile, Sheryl Crow, Chaka Khan, Andrew Bird, Nicole Scherzinger, Susanna Hoffs, Van Dyke Parks and Madison Cunningham.“This album is almost like a recorded birthday party and birthday present to myself. I just invited all the singers that I greatly admire and always wanted to sing with,” Wainwright said in a press statement.The announcement arrives with lead single ‘Down in the Willow Garden’ featuring Carlile.Listen to ‘Down in the Willow Garden’ below, and pre-order/pre-save the album here.“Singing with Rufus feels like watching birds swirl around together instinctively in flight,” Carlile said in a statement.
Chaka Khan is addressing some shade she recently threw toward other iconic singers and apologizing for feeding into the divisive drama between artists.
Chaka Khan is backtracking on her comments over Rolling Stone‘s Greatest Singers list and apologizing.
Chaka Khan is addressing some shade she recently threw toward other iconic singers and apologizing for feeding into the divisive drama between artists.The legendary singer took to Instagram on Sunday to respond to the backlash she faced following her appearance on magazine's podcast last week, where she dissed several other artists who were ranked higher than her on Rolling Stone's "200 Greatest Singers of All Time" list.«Recently, I was asked about a list of the 'greatest singers of all time' and instead of questioning the need for such a list, I was pitted against other artists and I took the bait,» Khan wrote in her post. «As artists, we are unfairly put into 'boxes', 'categories' or on 'lists.' Being an artist or musician is not a competition.
Chaka Khan just CALLED OUT these musicians!
released its "200 Greatest Singers of All Time" list, but only now has Chaka Khan gotten wind of it, and she's not having it.While speaking to host Andrew Goldman on magazine's podcast, the Queen of Funk didn't pull any punches when sharing her exact feelings about the list. On top of directing her wrath at editors for creating a list she says sows division, Khan also went off on those who landed ahead of her, like Mary J. Blige.For starters, when Khan hopped on the podcast, she said she hadn't heard of the list.
Chaka Khan isn’t holding back when it comes to voicing her thoughts on that Rolling Stone “200 Greatest Singers Of All Time” list.
Chaka Khan was just made aware of where she ranked on the controversial Rolling Stone list, “The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time,” and she’s not happy.
In recent years, Nick Cannon's paternity has become a prevalent headline and often the butt of pop-culture jokes, with the musician having 12 kids from six different women, all under the age of 11. But fatherhood for Cannon is something he takes seriously.
Masked Singer host is currently getting ready for his Future Superstar Tour, which includes a large roster of up-and-coming, musical talents. The 24-city tour is sure to keep him very occupied – and well-paid as he further supports his large brood. With so many kids at this point, it’s natural to wonder if Nick Cannon is eager to welcome anymore.
Nick Cannon is showing some love to his ex-wife Mariah Carey!