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Top 10 Superhero Films From The Dark Knight to Spawn, our fave comic book epics.
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Donna Summer: A Career Retrospective

Today [May 17] the music world lost disco music icon Donna Summer to cancer. Dubbed the “Queen of Disco,” the 63-year-old singer passed away this morning in Florida with her family by her side. Join us as we take a look back at highlights from her trailblazing career. Read the rest of this entry »

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Go-Go Greats

Known as the pioneer of the Washington, D.C., based go-go music, Chuck Brown had been on the scene since the late ’70s. Backed by his band the Soul Searchers, the bandleader, performer and songwriter had been a staple in creating the percussion heavy, groove- and funk-inspired sound throughout the years. In honor of this music legend who passed away on May 16, 2012, BET.com takes a look at some of the other go-go greats that he inspired. Read the rest of this entry »

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The Evolution Of Janet Jackson

Happy birthday, Janet! The Queen of Pop turns 46 today, May 16, and what years they’ve been: millions of records sold, millions of dollars made, Grammys, sold-out tours, controversy, love, rumors, you name it. Click on to take a look back at Janet’s legendary journey. Read the rest of this entry »

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Brainiacs: Celebs Who Got Their College Degree These stars didn’t choose between fame and an education.
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Athletes Who Have Turned to Music

Thanks to Jim Jones, we already know that rappers are ballin’. But what about the other way around? For many ballers — whether it’s basketball, baseball, football, you name it — sports isn’t enough. Earlier today, a song featuring tennis star Serena Williams made the rounds. “I ball hard no tennis racket,” she spit. “They be like Serena, is you really rapping?” Judging from the results, we’d say the verdict is still out. But Serena isn’t the first athlete to try her hand at music. Click on for other examples. Read the rest of this entry »

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Not Guilty: Stars Who Beat the Case

“Cops wanna lock me / DAs wanna box me in / But somehow I beat the charges like Rocky,” Jay-Z rapped on “Izzo” back in 2001. But he isn’t the only one. Music stars may have a hard time staying out of trouble in the first place, but that isn’t a problem that a high-priced defense lawyer can’t usually fix. Just ask Lil Boosie, who was just acquitted of murder. In light of the controversial MC’s legal win, click on to take a look back at other stars who beat the case. Read the rest of this entry »

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Backup Singers Who Blew Up

You probably didn’t know the name Jermaine Paul till he won NBC’s hit reality show The Voice this past Tuesday, May 8. But that doesn’t mean you hadn’t heard his talents before: He’d already sung backup for Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige and others. But Paul’s career path isn’t so unlikely. Some of music’s biggest stars started out in the shadow of more successful singers before nabbing the spotlight for themselves. Click on to see other backup singers who blew up. Read the rest of this entry »

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The 20 Most Anticipated Summer Albums

They don’t call them “winter bangers,” do they? Summer has always been a time for the best music, and this year is looking even more enticing than usual. There are several promising, hyped-up rap rookies finally unveiling their debut full-lengths, a few out-of-favor vets looking to resurrect their legacies, a handful of pop-n-B superstars taking important next steps and more. Some will succeed, some will fail, but either way, your ears are going to have a busy season. Click on for BET.com’s countdown of Summer 2012’s 20 most anticipated albums. Read the rest of this entry »

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Mother’s Day Music

Christmas has countless carols. New Year’s Eve has “Auld Lang Syne.” So why can’t the holiday devoted to everybody’s favorite person — their mother — get its own soundtrack as well? Click on to see some notable musical Mother’s Day cards (and don’t forget to send yours some nice flowers). Read the rest of this entry »