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Beyoncé pays tribute to her 'Queen' Tina Turner after music icon's death aged 83 - www.ok.co.uk - Switzerland
ok.co.uk
25.05.2023

Beyoncé pays tribute to her 'Queen' Tina Turner after music icon's death aged 83

Beyoncé has released an emotional statement in tribute to the American-Swiss singer following the news on Wednesday that she had passed away after a "long illness". The 41-year-old former Destiny's Child singer, who has just embarked on her mammoth Renaissance world tour, joined other global stars in their tributes to Tina by dedicating the homepage of her website to the late Queen of Rock and Roll. The Single Ladies artist changed the main image on the site to one of her and Tina during their iconic Proud Mary performance at the 50th annual Grammy Awards in 2008, when Beyoncé was just 26 years old.

BAFTA Confirms Matthew Perry Will Be Honored at TV Awards Following Omission From In Memoriam Segment - variety.com - Los Angeles - Los Angeles - county Will - county Rush
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19.02.2024

BAFTA Confirms Matthew Perry Will Be Honored at TV Awards Following Omission From In Memoriam Segment

Matthew Perry will be honored at its TV awards later this year following backlash over his omission from the film awards’ In Memoriam segment on Sunday evening. Although Perry, who died last October, was best known for his 10-year stint as Chandler Bing on hit TV show “Friends,” he also appeared in a number of popular feature films in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including “The Whole Nine Yards” alongside Bruce Willis and “Fools Rush In” opposite Salma Hayek. This year’s In Memoriam segment, set to a special arrangement of Cyndi Lauper’s “The After Time” performed by “Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham, featured Jane Birkin, Shirley Anne Field, Richard Roundtree, Michael Gambon, Tom Wilkinson and Carl Weathers, among others.

Adrienne Warren of ‘Black Cake’ Signs With CAA - deadline.com - Taylor - county Turner
deadline.com
14.12.2023

Adrienne Warren of ‘Black Cake’ Signs With CAA

EXCLUSIVE: Adrienne Warren has signed with CAA for representation.

The curse of the pop duo — from Simon & Garfunkel to Hall & Oates - nypost.com - county Hall - Tennessee - county Love
nypost.com
28.11.2023

The curse of the pop duo — from Simon & Garfunkel to Hall & Oates

the Hall & Oates drama continues — with Daryl Hall suing John Oates and getting a restraining order against his longtime partner to block the sale of his share of their publishing royalties to Primary Wave — it’s clear that being in one of music’s biggest duos isn’t always the stuff of making your dreams come true.In fact, being in a duo — as opposed to a band — has been a particularly difficult musical marriage to negotiate throughout pop history. It’s a curse that Hall & Oates managed to avoid for five decades until it even caught up to them deep into their 70s.Here are some other top twosomes who ultimately became out of touch.The Tennessee twosome of Don Everly and his younger brother, Phil, were early rock pioneers in the late ’50s with hits such as “Bye Bye Love,” “Wake Up Little Susie” and “All I Have to Do Is Dream.” But all was not as smooth as their harmonies for the brothers.After they both enlisted in the Marines in 1961, they had relatively little success once they were discharged.

Cher says Tina Turner gave her a special gift during their last visit - us.hola.com - Switzerland
us.hola.com
17.10.2023

Cher says Tina Turner gave her a special gift during their last visit

Cher and Tina Turner are two musical legends and were lifelong friends. The singers first met in 1975 when they performed together on Cher’s solo show. Their friendship withstood the test of time and fame, and Cher recently opened up about their last memories together before Turner passed away.Turner passed away on May 24, 2023, after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich.

Kelly Clarkson shocks Vegas street performer: ‘No clue’ who I was - nypost.com - USA - Las Vegas
nypost.com
25.09.2023

Kelly Clarkson shocks Vegas street performer: ‘No clue’ who I was

encounter on her Instagram, Clarkson, 41, revealed that she was on her way for a sound check when she stumbled upon the performer. “I was on my way to soundcheck for @iHeartRadio tonight in Vegas,” wrote the songstress. “And was tipping this incredible woman killing some Tina Turner and then she asked me to sing and had no clue who I was, and then it hit her, and it made my day.”In the clip, Clarkson, who donned all black, can be seen belting out the tune while the performer — who has not been identified — dances around her.

Jenny Ryan is worlds away from The Chase as she goes glam on the red carpet - www.ok.co.uk - London
ok.co.uk
21.09.2023

Jenny Ryan is worlds away from The Chase as she goes glam on the red carpet

The stars turned out to attend the Tina, The Tina Turner Musical at The Aldwych Theatre in London on Wednesday, September 20. One of them was The Chase's very own Jenny Ryan - who is otherwise known as The Vixen, to fans of the hit TV game show. Jenny, 41, looked almost unrecognisable from her TV appearances, wearing a red patterned smock dress worn over black tights, whilst she kept out the autumn chill with a denim jacket.

Governors Awards Move to January Amid Strikes - variety.com - Los Angeles - county Turner
variety.com
06.09.2023

Governors Awards Move to January Amid Strikes

Pat Saperstein Deputy Editor The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Governors awards are moving from Nov. 18 to Jan.

Beyoncé paid $100,000 to keep trains running for fans after concert was delayed due to bad weather - www.ok.co.uk - Britain - Washington - county Love
ok.co.uk
07.08.2023

Beyoncé paid $100,000 to keep trains running for fans after concert was delayed due to bad weather

Pop icon Beyoncé paid last night (August 6) for her fans to be able to get home after bad weather caused delays to her performance. During her stop in Washington D.C., the 41 year old was delayed from going on stage at the FedExField for two hours as there was a shelter in place order given due to the weather. However, she came to the rescue for fans who would be travelling home via trains as she paid a whopping $100,000 for the services to continue running for an extra hour.

Tina Turner’s daughter in law to have a baby with late husband’s sperm - us.hola.com
us.hola.com
27.07.2023

Tina Turner’s daughter in law to have a baby with late husband’s sperm

Tina Turner’s daughter in law Afida is making plans to grow her family. The 46 year old woman has faced various blows following the death of Ronnie Turner, her husband, and the only biological son of Ike and Tina Turner. He died six months ago after a colon cancer diagnosis, at the age of 62.

Watch Alicia Keys’ son show off his dazzling piano skills - us.hola.com - New York - Egypt - county Turner
us.hola.com
12.07.2023

Watch Alicia Keys’ son show off his dazzling piano skills

Alicia Keys’ son has her musical ear. Her husband and Swizz Beats, who’s also involved in the music industry, shared a video of their 12 year old son Egypt playing the piano and showcasing some of his skills. Alicia Keys shows off her abs while she enjoys herself in BogotáAlicia Keys pays homage to Tina Turner in a moving tributeA post shared by Swizz Beatz (@therealswizzz)The video shows Egypt in a white tank top and some red shorts as he confidently plays the keys.

Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis, Julia Roberts & Danny Moder and More Stars Who Got Married on the 4th of July - www.etonline.com - county Roberts - state New Mexico - county Henry
etonline.com
04.07.2023

Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis, Julia Roberts & Danny Moder and More Stars Who Got Married on the 4th of July

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis met on the set of -- which ran from 1998 to 2006 -- but didn't begin dating until April 2012. They were engaged less than two years later in February 2014 — the same year they welcomed their daughter, Wyatt — and they secretly tied the knot in 2015.

Patti LaBelle on forgetting words during Tina Turner tribute: “I did my best” - www.nme.com - Switzerland
nme.com
29.06.2023

Patti LaBelle on forgetting words during Tina Turner tribute: “I did my best”

Patti LaBelle has spoken out after she paid tribute to Tina Turner at the 2023 BET Awards, but forgot the words to the song during her performance.The Q’ueen of Rock’n’Roll’ Tina Turner passed away last month after suffering from a “long-term illness”. She was aged 83-years-old when she died peacefully at her home in Switzerland.Last Saturday (June 23), in honour of the late singer, legendary soul singer Patti Labelle sang her own rendition of ‘The Best’ at the 23rd BET Awards.However, she had a mishap on stage when she couldn’t see the lyrics on the teleprompter and shouted: “I can’t see the words and I don’t know.

Madonna’s health scare should justify more love for her - nypost.com
nypost.com
29.06.2023

Madonna’s health scare should justify more love for her

“Die Another Day” on her 2002 Bond theme accompanying the film of the same name.But it was more of a cheeky quip than any real acceptance of her own mortality. Back then and even two decades later, the indomitable diva seemingly felt as if she would outlive us all — and we did too.However, that collective gasp heard ’round the world late Wednesday afternoon — when we all found out that Madonna had been rushed to the hospital after being found unresponsive — was a wake-up call.According to an Instagram statement from her longtime manager, Guy Oseary, Madonna had “developed a serious bacterial infection which led to a several day stay in the ICU.” She was reportedly intubated for at least a night, but on Wednesday she was awake and recovering with the tube removed.At 64, we can no longer take Madonna for granted, folks.Time to rethink all those jokes about her plastic surgery, her age-inappropriate outfits and her bizarre Instagram filters.We should all be glad that Madonna is still here — and, in fact, was preparing for her “Celebration” tour, set to kick off July 15, that would commemorate her 40-year career.

Patti LaBelle honors Tina Turner at BET Awards: ‘I did my best’ - us.hola.com - Greece
us.hola.com
26.06.2023

Patti LaBelle honors Tina Turner at BET Awards: ‘I did my best’

Tina Turner’s legacy was honored last night at the BET Awards with a special tribute sung by Patti LaBelle. The 79-year-old sang her heart out to Turner’s iconic “The Best.” A clip of the video has gone viral on social media where the singer couldn’t read the teleprompter and fumbled on the lyrics, but LaBelle handled it like a pro.LaBelle had a standing ovation after the performance. “I can’t see the words, and I don’t know.

Angela Bassett to Receive Honorary Oscar at Governors Awards - www.etonline.com - Los Angeles - Hollywood - county Turner
etonline.com
26.06.2023

Angela Bassett to Receive Honorary Oscar at Governors Awards

Angela Bassett is getting her long-awaited Oscar! Bassett was first nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal of Tina Turner in 1993's and the actress has been a prominent figure in Hollywood for the past 40 years — garnering another Oscar nomination for her role in 2022's . On Monday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Bassett, as well as Mel Brooks and Carol Littleton, will receive an honorary Oscar at this year's Governors Awards. The ceremony will also honor Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The 14th annual Governors Awards is set to take place on Saturday, Nov.

Angela Bassett Finally Gets Her Oscar as Academy Announces 2023 Honorary Winners, Including Mel Brooks - variety.com - Los Angeles - Hollywood - county Davis - county Turner - county Clayton
variety.com
26.06.2023

Angela Bassett Finally Gets Her Oscar as Academy Announces 2023 Honorary Winners, Including Mel Brooks

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks and Carol Littleton will receive honorary Oscars at this year’s Governors Awards, announced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In addition, the Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards. The four statuettes will be presented at the 14th annual ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. “The Academy’s Board of Governors is thrilled to honor four trailblazers who have transformed the film industry and inspired generations of filmmakers and movie fans,” said Academy President Janet Yang. “Across her decades-long career, Angela Bassett has continued to deliver transcendent performances that set new standards in acting. Mel Brooks lights up our hearts with his humor, and his legacy has made a lasting impact on every facet of entertainment. Carol Littleton’s career in film editing serves as a model for those who come after her. A pillar of the independent film community, Michelle Satter has played a vital role in the careers of countless filmmakers around the world.”

Patti LaBelle Reacts to Tina Turner Tribute Teleprompter Mishap at BET Awards: 'I Did My Best' (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
26.06.2023

Patti LaBelle Reacts to Tina Turner Tribute Teleprompter Mishap at BET Awards: 'I Did My Best' (Exclusive)

Patti LaBelle paid tribute to her late friend and musical icon, Tina Turner, with a soul-stirring performance during the BET Awards.LaBelle took the stage to honor the incomparable Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, paying tribute to the late Turner with a rendition of «The Best.» Wearing a sparkly fringe minidress reminiscent of Turner's signature style, the Godmother of Soul showed off her powerhouse vocals as she belted out the song's lyrics — but not without a stumble here and there as she struggled to keep up with the teleprompter used to guide her through the song's entirety. Although LaBelle's vocals were solid, she admitted she wasn't able to see the lyrics on the teleprompter throughout the tribute, telling the crowd, «I can't see the words and I don't know. I'm tryin', y'all!»At one point, LaBelle asked, «Where are my background singers,» referencing her infamous performance of «This Christmas» at the 1996 National Tree Lighting Ceremony, where the «Lady Marmalade» singer's cue cards were out of order.Still, LaBelle powered through her stumbles and got back in sync with her background singers as the audience sang and danced along and ended the tribute to a standing ovation. «God bless you, Tina Turner,» she exclaimed on stage.LaBelle spoke with ET's Kevin Frazier backstage after her performance and opened up about why it was so important for her to honor Turner at the event and what it meant to her.«It meant no matter what voice I'm in — I'm hoarse, I have a cold — but whatever, I had to, I was giving it up for Tina Turner, 'cause she's simply the best,» LaBelle said, as she got a bit emotional thinking about the late icon.

Patti LaBelle forgets lyrics during Tina Turner tribute at 2023 BET Awards: ‘I’m trying, y’all’ - nypost.com - county Turner
nypost.com
26.06.2023

Patti LaBelle forgets lyrics during Tina Turner tribute at 2023 BET Awards: ‘I’m trying, y’all’

The Hollywood Reporter that LaBelle was blocked from seeing the prompter.“It was an extraordinary privilege to celebrate the life and legacy of Ms. Tina Turner at BET Awards 2023.

Tina Turner’s son Ike Jr. ‘tried to eat’ crack cocaine, meth before arrest: cops - nypost.com - Texas - Switzerland
nypost.com
21.06.2023

Tina Turner’s son Ike Jr. ‘tried to eat’ crack cocaine, meth before arrest: cops

his mother’s death back in May. According to jail records, Ike was booked into the Brazoria County Jail on May 6 and has not posted his $70,000 bail.“The Best” singer Tina died on May 24 at her home in Switzerland, where she had been living for many years. The Alvin, Texas, police department told People Wednesday that they pulled Ike Jr.

Tina Turner's Son Ike Jr. Arrested on Charges of Crack Cocaine Possession and Jailed Weeks Before Her Death - www.etonline.com - Texas - Switzerland
etonline.com
21.06.2023

Tina Turner's Son Ike Jr. Arrested on Charges of Crack Cocaine Possession and Jailed Weeks Before Her Death

Tina Turner and Ike Turner, was arrested on charges of crack cocaine possession, as well as tampering with evidence.Turner Jr. was arrested on May 6 by police in Alvin, Texas, reports. He was sentenced to jail just 18 days before his mother's death, at her home in Küsnacht, Switzerland, at the age of 83.According to police, Turner Jr.

Broadway theater to dim marquee lights for Tina Turner, a traditional Broadway ceremony - us.hola.com - New York
us.hola.com
16.06.2023

Broadway theater to dim marquee lights for Tina Turner, a traditional Broadway ceremony

Tina Turner’s legacy. On Wednesday, it was revealed that Broadway’s Lunt-Fontanne Theatre will dim its marquee lights for the iconic singer on Wednesday, June 21.The sad news came Wednesday, May 24, that the legendary singer passed away peacefully at her home at 83 after battling a long illness.

Chloe Bailey honors Tina Turner at Juneteenth event: Kamala Harris to attend - us.hola.com - Los Angeles - USA - Greece
us.hola.com
16.06.2023

Chloe Bailey honors Tina Turner at Juneteenth event: Kamala Harris to attend

Chloe Bailey will be honoring the legendary Tina Turner during the second edition of ‘Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom’ hosted by CNN. Taking place at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, the Grammy-nominated musician will be paying tribute to the late star, commemorating her impact and influence on Monday, June 19.Vice President Kamala Harris will be making a special appearance at the event, which will feature more artists, including Coi Leray, Nelly, Miguel, Kirk Franklin, Mike Phillips, Jodeci, SWV, Muni Long, and many more.

Alicia Keys shows off her abs while she enjoys herself in Bogotá - us.hola.com - USA - Chile - Colombia - county Turner
us.hola.com
08.06.2023

Alicia Keys shows off her abs while she enjoys herself in Bogotá

Alicia Keys is taking a moment to enjoy the Colombian capital. She shared some photos of herself and her husband Swizz Beatz taking in some of the most iconic locations in Bogotá.Alicia Keys surprised fans with Karol G and Goyo during her first concert in ColombiaKarol G on the importance of representing Latinas: ‘We have our side of the story’Alicia Keys pays homage to Tina Turner in a moving tributeA post shared by Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys)Keys shared various photos on Instagram, showing herself and her husband having a great time in the city. The photos show the two in matching varsity jackets, with Keys wearing pink and Swizz wearing yellow.

Tina Turner passed away without meeting some of her grandkids: Report - us.hola.com - USA
us.hola.com
01.06.2023

Tina Turner passed away without meeting some of her grandkids: Report

Tina Turner passed away this past week. While the beloved singer had four kids, only two are alive today. Her biological sons, Craig and Ronnie, passed away before her own death, leaving her adoptive sons Ike Jr. and Michael.

Tina Turner’s funeral: All we know about her service - us.hola.com - Switzerland - county Turner
us.hola.com
01.06.2023

Tina Turner’s funeral: All we know about her service

Tina Turner’s death was announced on May 24th, with her management releasing a statement. The singer and actress was 83 years old, and leaves behind a legacy of music and art that will be remembered for ages. Since her passing, fans, and admirers have gathered outside of her home in Küsnach near Zurich, leaving flowers, mementos and grieving with other fans.

Tina Turner’s husband Erwin Bach seen for first time after her death - nypost.com - Germany - Switzerland - county Turner
nypost.com
01.06.2023

Tina Turner’s husband Erwin Bach seen for first time after her death

following the 83-year-old icon’s death on May 24.Erwin Bach made his first appearance on Wednesday in front of their villa, Château Algonquin, in Küsnacht, placing flowers in front of a memorial for his late wife, whose decadeslong career brought in tributes from fans, her friends and peers in entertainment, politicians and even royalty.The 67-year-old German music executive was dressed in all black and wore sunglasses as he tidied up the many gifts fans left in front of their longtime residence.Swiss German-language newspaper Blick reported that Bach was silent but “drawn by grief” as he “looked calmly and visibly moved at the gifts from the fans.”“He read cards with interest and carefully picked up bouquets of flowers to place them with other bouquets,” the site wrote in German.Turner died from natural causes at home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.A private funeral is planned for family and friends, according to a representative. The “Proud Mary” singer started dating music producer Bach in 1986, eight years after she ended her toxic marriage with Ike Turner.Turner knew it was “love at first sight” when she initially met Bach, she told longtime friend Oprah Winfrey in a 2013 interview.Bach proposed to the Grammy-winning “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” twice before she agreed to tie the knot.

Beyoncé pays tribute to Tina Turner at London gig with ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ cover - www.nme.com - county Love
nme.com
30.05.2023

Beyoncé pays tribute to Tina Turner at London gig with ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ cover

Beyoncé paid tribute to her late idol Tina Turner, with a cover of Ike & Tina Turner’s ‘River Deep, Mountain High’.Taking to the stage at the Tottenham Hotspurs stadium last night (May 29), the pop icon performed the latest show as part of her long-awaited ‘Renaissance’ tour.It was here that she paid homage to the late music icon Tina Turner, which came just under a week after news broke that Turner — who was one of Beyoncé’s biggest sources of inspiration — had died peacefully in her home last Wednesday (May 24), aged 83.“I want you to allow me to sing one of my favourite songs,” the singer said ahead of the rendition, which took place during the first part of her set. From there, Beyoncé paid tribute to the late performer by putting her own spin on ‘River Deep, Mountain High’, which Turner released with Ike in 1966.For the occasion, Beyoncé didn’t seek to match the high energy that Turner created in the original track, but instead performed a stripped-back, near-gospel version, before looking to the sky and saying: “We love you, Tina’.Check out footage of the moment below.Other highlights of the show include the second onstage appearance from Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy.

Who is inheriting Tina Turner’s million-dollar estate? - us.hola.com - county Turner
us.hola.com
29.05.2023

Who is inheriting Tina Turner’s million-dollar estate?

Tina Turner passed away this Wednesday, at 83 years old. The beloved and game-changing woman left an immeasurable imprint in culture and music, and cultivated a fortune that’s valued at over $230 million euros. Who will inherit this estate?Tina Turner’s husband Erwin Bach: the man who loved her rightTina Turner died at 83 after a ‘long illness’Tina Turner’s biological and step children: learn about their livesWhile no information has been revealed, it’s expected that Tina’s husband, Erwin Bach, will inherit a sizeable portion of her estate.

Beyoncé honours Tina Turner during Paris concert: “I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner” - www.nme.com - France - county Turner - county Love
nme.com
29.05.2023

Beyoncé honours Tina Turner during Paris concert: “I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner”

Beyoncé paid tribute to her musical idol Tina Turner during a concert in Paris this weekend.The singer performed at the Stade de France on Friday (May 26) as part of her ‘Renaissance’ tour, where she took a moment to remember Turner, who died on Wednesday (May 24) aged 83 following a long illness.“I just want to take a second and honour Tina Turner,” Beyoncé told the crowd. “If you’re a fan of mine, you’re a fan of Tina Turner. I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner, so I want you guys to just scream, so she can feel your love.

Tina Turner's final interview before her death: 'I am curious at what awaits us' - www.ok.co.uk - Switzerland
ok.co.uk
29.05.2023

Tina Turner's final interview before her death: 'I am curious at what awaits us'

In April, Tina Turner gave her final interview. Some of her answers on the subject of life and death have never been seen until now, and, on reflection, seem particularly poignant since her passing. While it remains unclear if Tina knew she was terminally ill at the time, four weeks prior, on World Kidney Day in March, she revealed to fans on Instagram that she had put herself in “great danger” by not taking her 1978 hypertension diagnosis seriously.

Hayley Williams honours Tina Turner by singing ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’ at Paramore show in Atlanta - www.nme.com - Atlanta
nme.com
29.05.2023

Hayley Williams honours Tina Turner by singing ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’ at Paramore show in Atlanta

Paramore’s recent show in Atlanta, frontwoman Hayley Williams paid tribute to the late, great Tina Turner by interpolating the chorus of her 1984 hit ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’ into one of the band’s own songs.The show itself went down at the State Farm Arena last Thursday (May 25), with the tribute coming just over halfway through Paramore’s 22-song setlist. For their performance of the ‘After Laughter’ single ‘Told You So’, Williams swapped the last chorus out for the lyrics to ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’. Turner released the titular song in 1984, marking the third single from that year’s ‘Private Dancer’ album.

Tina Turner's £58m Swiss retreat to be transformed into museum by singer's widower - www.ok.co.uk - France - USA - Switzerland
ok.co.uk
28.05.2023

Tina Turner's £58m Swiss retreat to be transformed into museum by singer's widower

Earlier this week, the world received the devastating news that rock and roll icon, Tina Turner, had passed away at her home in Stäfa, Switzerland. Just four days after her death, recent reports have emerged that her £58 million Swiss retreat will be transformed into a museum dedicated to the star’s life and career by her husband, Erwin Back - according to The Mirror.The sprawling property is just half an hour away from the mansion she shared with her husband, which is located on the banks of the stunning Lake Zurich.

Yola Pays Tribute to Tina Turner: ‘We Struggle to Talk About Black Women and Genius’ — But It Can’t Be Overstated for the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll - variety.com - Nashville - county Turner - Beyond
variety.com
27.05.2023

Yola Pays Tribute to Tina Turner: ‘We Struggle to Talk About Black Women and Genius’ — But It Can’t Be Overstated for the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic You can easily hear the impact of Tina Turner in the music of Yola, one of the greatest singers of our generation. But it goes far beyond any basic level of influence for this British-bred, now Nashville-based powerhouse. Before becoming a recording artist and Grammy nominee, back in her native U.K., she was a teacher and lecturer in vocal biomechanics who would instruct young singers in how to emulate Turner’s singular voice… or at least how to try. Yola spoke with Variety about Turner, who died May 24 at age 83. These are some of her thoughts, on everything from Tina’s pure technique to the unique challenges she faced as a Black stylist without parallels or filters to her place in genre-bridging musical history.

How Tina Turner’s ‘Nutbush’ became the unofficial Australian anthem - nypost.com - Australia - USA - Tennessee - county Turner
nypost.com
27.05.2023

How Tina Turner’s ‘Nutbush’ became the unofficial Australian anthem

Ike and Tina Turner, is a cultural staple down under, but its origins are a bit of a mystery.The queen of rock and roll, who tragically died this week at 83 of natural causes, penned the track about her southern hometown of Nutbush, Tennessee.Upon Turner’s passing, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the 12-time Grammy winner created a “soundtrack to our lives.”Jon Stratton, an adjunct professor at the University of South Australia’s School of Creative Industries, traces the dance’s beginnings to the New South Wales education department.Educators realized dance is an effective way to teach children about the arts and get some exercise, he said.“In NSW there seemed to be some kind of committee trying to work out what kinds of dances primary school kids in particular should do as part of physical education,” he told the Aussie outlet SBS News.“What seems to have happened is that somebody devised the Nutbush along the lines of the Madison (another, slightly more complex line dance),” he continued.Its popularity quickly snowballed, captivating classrooms across the country through the ’80s and ’90s. “In terms of teaching kids, it’s innocuous,” Stratton explained, adding that the beat is “really easy” to dance to.

Beyonce delivers heartfelt tribute to Tina Turner at Paris concert - www.ok.co.uk - France - Paris - Switzerland
ok.co.uk
27.05.2023

Beyonce delivers heartfelt tribute to Tina Turner at Paris concert

Beyonce delivered a heartfelt tribute to Tina Turner during her concert in Paris saying she “wouldn’t be on this stage” if it was not for the late singer.The pop superstar paused her performance at the Stade De France on Friday to remember the American-Swiss star who died aged 83 at her home in Switzerland on Wednesday after a long illness.Tina, one of rock’s most famous voices, duetted with Beyonce in 2008 at the Grammys where they performed a rendition of her hit song Proud Mary which featured both the powerful singers, in sparkly outfits, mirroring each other’s choreography. “I just want to take a second and honour Tina Turner,” Beyonce can be heard saying to the crowd in videos shared on social media. “If you’re a fan of mine, you’re a fan of Tina Turner because I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner, so I want you guys to just scream, so she can feel your love.

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