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Prince Surprises Audiences with Mary J. Blige Duet at iHeart Radio Music Festival

Trent Fitzgerald — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 20:32:38 +0000

The iHeart Radio Music Festival offered plenty of surprises, but nothing compared to the surprise audiences received on Saturday night (Sept. 22). Midway through Mary J. Blige's set, Prince was brought out onstage for a two-song

D'Angelo + Mary J. Blige Embarking on Liberation Tour This Summer

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:30:43 +0000

After making his triumphant return to music at the 2012 BET Awards, D'Angelo will take his act on the road this summer. The mercurial R&B crooner has partnered with Mary J. Blige for the Liberation Tour.

Mary J. Blige's Charity Ripped Off Scholarship Winners

Kyle Dowling — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:57:53 +0000

If you feel like you haven’t read enough controversy surrounding Mary J. Blige’s charity (Foundation For The Advancement of Women Now) — from lawsuits to tax problems — here’s another bit for you. NY Post reports that FFAWN has failed to pay the 25 scholarships promised to the graduating girls of the Women’s Academy of Excellence girls back in 2010. Yikes!

Mary J. Blige Responds to Charity Lawsuits

Jessica Sager — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:00:48 +0000

For someone who wants no more drama, Mary J. Blige is sure embroiled in quite a bit of it. The ‘Real Love’ singer is now responding to lawsuits against her charity. Blige is facing a slew of legal drama from the likes of TD Bank, who issued a $250,000 loan to her Foundation for the [...]

Mary J. Blige's Charity Being Sued

Kyle Dowling — Mon, 28 May 2012 17:30:09 +0000

Mary J. Blige recently found trouble with a certain Burger King ad, and the drama hasn't ended for her there. The queen of hip-hop soul’s charity foundation — Foundation For The Advancement Of Women Now — is getting sued from all different angles. From the likes of TD Bank to a lineup of musicians playing at various Mary galas everyone seems to be having their problems with FFAWN.

Mary J. Blige To Judge Talent Search Reality Show "Opening Act"

Paul Cantor — Tue, 01 May 2012 23:30:52 +0000

Commercials may not be her thing, but perhaps television is. Mary J. Blige has signed on to be a judge on ‘Opening Act,’ a talent search-style reality TV show set to air on the E! network. According to Deadline.com, the show will pair Blige with another judge, Antonina Armato— a songwriter/producer behind hits for the [...]

Mary J. Blige Likes Her Toilet Seat Really Clean

Trent Fitzgerald — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:30:51 +0000

We all know that Mary J. Blige loves her crispy chicken, and when it comes to bathrooms -- she only wants the best and the cleanest. The Smoking Gun was able to snag a copy of the singer's tour rider, which outlines her toiletry needs before a concert and her hotel accommodations.

Comedian Pokes Fun at Mary J. Blige's Burger King Commercial

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:08:26 +0000

Last week, Mary J. Blige received some backlash from critics for singing about crispy chicken wraps in a Burger King commercial. The ad was mostly criticized for perpetuating old stereotypes about blacks and their love for fried chicken. Although Burger King pulled the commercial from their YouTube channel, a slew of parody videos have been poking fun at MJB's food gaffe.

Mary J. Blige Responds to Burger King Ad Controversy

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:00:53 +0000

After critics cried foul over Mary J. Blige‘s chicken wrap commercial for Burger King because it was too stereotypical, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has finally addressed the issue, claiming she never co-signed the “unfinished” ad to begin with. “I agreed to be a part of a fun and creative campaign that was supposed to [...]

Drama Surrounding Mary J. Blige's Burger King Commercial

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 18:33:33 +0000

Mary J. Blige sings of having no more drama, but the R&B songbird is embroiled in some controversy over her Burger King commercial. The spot debuted this week and instantly went viral, much to the chagrin of the black community who criticized the ad as stereotypical. The commercial in question features the Queen of Hip-Hop [...]

Mary J. Blige Graces 'American Idol' Stage With 'Why'

Jacob Severn — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 02:56:52 +0000

This week’s ‘American Idol‘ mentor Mary J. Blige took to the stage tonight to perform her hit ‘Why.’ All class, dressed in a pants suit and some chunky jewelry, the living legend totally killed it. But were the judges into it? The Queen of hip-hop soul was backed by a choir, gospel style, making everyone feel [...]

Beyonce, Mary J. Blige + Jennifer Hudson Among Top Music Nominees for NAACP Image Awards

Trent Fitzgerald — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:28:37 +0000

Powerhouse R&B divas Beyonce, Mary J. Blige and Jennifer Hudson received multiple nominations in several music categories for the 43rd annual NAACP Image Awards. The nominees were announced on Thursday (Jan. 19) during a live news conference in Beverly Hills.

Mary J. Blige to Headline Essence Music Festival In July

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:00:46 +0000

Mary J. Blige will bring her love and life to the stage at the 18th annual Essence Music Festival in July. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul is among the lineup of all-star talent that will perform at the annual event, which takes place July 6-8 at the Superdome in New Orleans.

Drake Appears in Mary J. Blige's New 'Mr. Wrong' Video

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:35:03 +0000

As Mary J. Blige celebrates her 41st birthday today (Jan. 11), the songbird gave her fans a surprise gift of her own -- Drake appearing in her updated video for 'Mr. Wrong.' If you remember when the clip was released back in December there was no Drizzy to be found.

Mary J. Blige Does Everything Right in 'Mr. Wrong' Video

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:23:35 +0000

Mary J. Blige can do no wrong in our book. The veteran songbird comes through with another visually-stunning video for 'Mr. Wrong,' the latest single from her LP 'My Life II: The Journey Continues (Act 1).' The clip features Blige in several different glamorous outfits and wigs that are reminiscent of her style during the 'My Life' album period.

Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson + Others 'Celebrate Soul'

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:08:35 +0000

Monday night, there were plenty of powerhouse artists shining bright as day as VH1's 'Divas Celebrate Soul' was broadcast on the music network. The event featured the likes of many of today's hottest female vocalists, including Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson and Jessie J, among others.

Madonna, Mary J. Blige + More Receive Golden Globe Nominations

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:25:47 +0000

The Golden Globe nominations have been revealed and some of our favorite pop stars have received nods. Madonna‘s directorial debt ‘W.E.,’ which lands at theaters on Feb. 3, was recognized in two music categories. Her song ‘Masterpiece,’ which is used in the closing credits and which she co-wrote, is up for ‘Best Original Song.’ The [...]

Mary J. Blige Performs on NBC's 'Tribute to the Troops'

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:45:43 +0000

Mary J. Blige hit the stage at Fort Bragg in North Carolina on Tuesday (Dec. 13) to perform for the soldiers and their loved ones. The event was filmed for a NBC special 'WWE Tribute to the Troops,' which features WWE's toughest superstars. Rock band Nickelback and comedian George Wallace also entertained the troops, as well.

Mary J. Blige Offers Up Subdued But Beautiful Version of 'Need Someone' on 'X Factor'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 02:57:10 +0000

Mary J. Blige is the queen of the hip-hop/soul hybrid, and she was a vision in white as she performed the breathtaking ballad ‘Need Someone’ on tonight’s elimination/results episode of ‘X Factor.’ The diva was dressed in a crisp white skirtsuit, which showed off her taut figure, with her hair piled into a massive beehive [...]

Mary J. Blige + Gavin DeGraw Rocking the Stage for Celebrity Skifest Special

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 01:23:37 +0000

Chart-topping superstars Mary J. Blige and Gavin DeGraw will bring the heat to the snowy hills of Utah as they perform at the 20th Annual Deer Valley Celebrity Skifest on Saturday (Dec. 3) in Park City, Utah. The skiing and live music event will be taped as part of a one-hour CBS Sports special to air alongside NFL Football on Sunday, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Mary J. Blige Performs 'Mr. Wrong' at the 2011 American Music Awards

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:11:43 +0000

Mary J. Blige hit the stage at the American Music Awards on Sunday (Nov. 20) with a soulful performance of 'Mr. Wrong.' The song appears on the singer's new album 'My Life II… The Journey Continues (Act I),' which hit stores on Tuesday (Nov. 21).

Mary J. Blige, 'Love a Woman' Feat. Beyonce – Song Review

Trent Fitzgerald — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:17:08 +0000

Fellas, do you want to know how to love a woman? Then listen to Mary J. Blige and Beyonce‘s how-to ballad ‘Love a Woman.’ On the Sean Garrett-produced track, the two R&B queens offer some important pointers to keep a woman satisfied. The relationship advice Mary doles out on the song includes respecting a woman, [...]

Mary J. Blige on Beyonce Collaboration: 'She Inspires Me'

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:00:14 +0000

The Internet was abuzz on Wednesday when a 30-second snippet of Mary J. Blige's duet with Beyonce called 'Love a Woman' was leaked online. On the song, the two R&B divas give a rundown on what they look for in a committed relationship. The ballad will appear on Blige's new album 'My Life II… the Journey Continues (Act II).'

Mary J. Blige Steps In the Name of Love in '25/8′ Video

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:38:47 +0000

Mary J. Blige has released a visually-stunning video for her latest single, '25/8.' The song is from her upcoming 10th album 'My Life II… The Journey Continues (Act I),' which arrives in stores on Nov. 21. The single itself is a fist-pumping anthem so it's great to see the visuals match the soulful intensity of the song.

Mary J. Blige, 'Mr. Wrong' Feat. Drake – Song Review

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 22:06:38 +0000

Mary J. Blige sings about loving the bad boy on her new track 'Mr. Wrong.' The song is from 'My Life II...The Journey Continues (Act I),' which arrives in stores on Nov. 21. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul unveiled the emotional ballad, which features Drake, on Angie Martinez's radio show in New York on Wednesday (Oct. 26).