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MUSIC NEWS: INDIA.ARIE REVEALS ALBUM COVER / PRINCE PLAGIARIZED? / WHITNEY PREPS ALBUM FOR MARCH RELEASE

Thursday, January 15, 2009

INDIA.ARIE’S ALBUM COVER

Two-time Grammy Award winner India.Arie reveals the cover for her new album, Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics. This album is the follow up to Arie’s 2006 album, Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship, which debuted at #1 on Billboard Top 200 in 2006. The album is set to hit shelves and online February 10th and is lead by first single, “Chocolate High.”

PRINCE PLAGIARIZED?

An Italian court has ruled that Prince’s 1994 hit “The Most Beautiful Girl in the World” was plagiarized from a song by two Italian writers. If this is your first time hearing about the case, but this has been an on-going trial. It could take several years for a definitive ruling in the case, which has already dragged on since the 1990s.

According to a sentence by the Court of Appeal in Rome, the song borrowed heavily from “Takin’ Me to Paradise,” written by Bruno Bergonzi and Michele Vicino.

Under the ruling, Prince must stop distributing the song on Italian territory. He also faces paying royalties he has so far accumulated to Bergonzi and Vicino and their publishers, but only if a final hearing confirms the Italian songwriting duo was plagiarized.

“Our song was first released in 1983, at the height of the Italian dance boom and it appeared on assorted compilations that were distributed internationally,” Bergonzi tells Billboard.com. “When we first heard Prince’s song we immediately took action, but this case has been dragging on for 15 years and it isn’t over yet, such is the slowness of the Italian legal system. We only decided to go public with our story now.” [SOURCE]

WHITNEY PREPS ALBUM FOR MARCH RELEASE

Whitney Houston has her sights set on March release for her new album.

Houston is set to perform new tracks at Clive Davis’s Annual Pre-Grammy Party, which is to set the stage for her official comeback. He announced, also, that the album is due out in March.

I’m eager to see what Whitney is going to come up with. The last thing I heard from her was that track she did with Akon, and I wasn’t really too impressed. I think mainly because I was expecting to hear more out of Whitney’s voice. The Grammy Party is the perfect place to launch this comeback. I just hope that she can deliver a strong live performance.

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1.

Treasure

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Go Whit

2.

Harlem Loves...

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Yay Whitney! I look forward to it

3.

SugarhoneyIcedtea

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I absolutly cannot wait! She is the truth! All of her cd’s have been great I just can’t get enough of India’s voice! Just like Amel Larrieux she’s an awesome talent, her messages are very positive (not only singing about love and love and more love) and beautiful is her music. I have like 40 songs by her up in my Ipod ^_^!
India has her head on her shoulders. People don’t support her (all races not just black) because her appearance doesn’t fit in what this crazy and out of control industry calls “beautiful” or “sexy”. Go Miss Arie! It’s a recession but you sure can count on me to get your album!

Whoever is disturbing my “girl” Prince needs to be slapped numerous times!

Uuunh…Auntie Withney…you’re beautiful and all but….I’m not sure i’m going to check up on your songs. Hearing alone that a legend like you collaborated with Akon makes me kind of fearing a big dissapointment. I think I prefer not to listen to any of your new “projects” and just remember the Withney we all loved!

4.

SugarhoneyIcedtea

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

PS: Is India trying the Edgy look as well? Lol
“Somebody” has really started something….

5.

BRISE

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

the India cover looks good. i guess Whitney really is about to do a comeback! . . . who new?! happy birthday to me btw! and happy birthday to the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. :)

6.

Nothing But Love

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

looking forward to whitney…

7.

msblknasty1

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

……..guess we will see her and r jay again to pump the publicity lolol….
……..india just looks like she stinks to me …wonder if she is
…….still dating buckethead….. ewwww

8.

FASHION RULES

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I believe that 2009 will be the start of wonderful things to come…look at India all fabbed up…

LOVE IT!

9.

ELIMINATE THE WORD "HATE" IN 09

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

INDIA ARIE YES THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST IN THE GAME BUT YET SO UNDERRATED

WHITNEY- I’LL SEE WHEN I BELIEVE. DON’T WANT TO GET MY HOPES UP AND SHE BETTER HAVE AN ALBUM IF THIS IS TRUE WITH MORE THEN 10 SONGS.

10.

Ran

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India-Your Cover is beautiful but the hair kinda did make me think of Maggie Simpson.

Prince-I hope he didnt STEAL that song…With the way he acts up with singers singing his songs on Youtube.

Whitney-The Only way I want to hear new stuff by her is if she is singing the way she used to.Or at least in the Heartbreak hotel era.

11.

Kris in Dallas

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Ohhh!! India!! Yesss! I’ll be at Target Bright and early Feb 10th!

12.

FallBackHaters

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

@ #10- LOL. Well you know maybe Maggie Simpson was the look she was going for haha. Anyway my girl India looks stunning on her cover. And Chocolate High is such a lovely song. You just can’t beat some good ol’ soul music. Definately an underrated chick.

I love that Prince song, even got it on my iPod. Yes I bump that tune. LOL.

I’m interested in Whitney will bring out. I hope she doesn’t disappoint because her voice is really something. It would be a shame.

13.

Blue Boy

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

********I dont understand why yall say India is underrated. She has multiple grammy’s
******* #1 Albums. Yall act like she doesn’t get any recognition. She might not be as
*******popular as other artist, but she isn’t “pop”. Anywho, I love Indi, all her albums
******* are great.

*******Prince is a pimp.

*******Whitney…..please stop. You’re just gonna embarrass yourself.

14.

~THAIJAE~

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Oh my! Look at my india… I love her soooo… She is the most phenomenal in the game and as previously stated - wayyyy underrated. She doesn’t offer all of the glitz and glam but her talent is undeniable! I can’t wait until this album drops on Feb 10th… That will definitely be one of my V Day presents from my fiance’.

15.

Honest Critic

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

#13 Blue Boy,
You are so correct in saying that she has gone platinum and more. She has Grammys in the categories they don’t publicize in the actual event. She’s just not your most “popular” all in your face type of artist and I doubt she cares because she’s all about her music not popularity and money. India Arie looks stunning on this cover. She looks live and happy and I will be supporting this album. Love her first single.

Don’t know what to say about Prince, I hope he didn’t steal that song because he’s too talented for that.

Whitney I’m a huge fan and if you gonna come back then you must come back hard or not at all. I wanna hear ballads. Don’t become like MAriah (who I am also a huge fan of) and start trying to sell yourself too much to the young crowd.

16.

Tha New Jessica Rabbit

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

In my opinion I think Whitney will come strong good for her and so happy to hear her making a comeback you go girl.

17.

Tha New Jessica Rabbit

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

The reason why people think that India Irie is underated because she is not on TV shaking her ass half naked trying to get some attention, she has her own style which has earned her 2 grammy’s and a number 1 album YOU GO GIRL

As fir Prince Good Luck Homie!

18.

Dangerouslyperri

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India.Arie is the only artist that can get me to purchase her album on the day it is released. I love her because she actually takes time to live between her albums and brings back those experiences to her new music. Kanye wants the type of fans that India has, yet he is always in our face. Take a break dude and you too will have fans that really understand you.

19.

The Secret Life of Me

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Can’t wait for Indie Arie’s next release!

Prince really? Well if he plagarized he should pay but wow 15year long case. I can see him being inspired by their song but plagarizing say it ain’t so…lol..

Glad Whitney is doing music again, however I can wait for her release….I would be curious but I doubt I would run out and purchase… but if I hear that it’s great then of course I will support.

20.

RENAE

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India Arie is underated when it comes to airplay on mainstream radio and the showing of her videos on MTV and BET, but she is a great singer and has been recognized as such.

Its pathetic if you don’t look a certain way (what mainstream society feels is acceptable) you aren’t publicly recognized like your (Beyonce, A. Key, Rhianna, Ciara, etc.) when they display more talent. India Arie sings positive songs and truth and she also has a very nice body which some of your so called A list singers can’t touch.

Wish Whitney the best!!!!

21.

Golden Lady

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

You know I was once a DieHAARDD Prince fan.. (i’m still a fashion fan though).. but after he dissolved the fan club and kinda turned against his fans on youtube and across the net, People who just wanted to show their LOVE for him.. now i’m like F-him.. yeah he’s talented.. but he is not A God.. So I hope those Italian musicians DO kick his little tush in court and get their millions that he made off of THEIR song.

Bring the old Whitney back.. then I may listen.. Will the REAL Whitney please come BACK?

And ROFLMAO at the person who said India look like MAGGIE SIMPSON! OOH Ya’ll so Wrong..
She sure makes me miss my fro though and I love her with all my heart.. Can’t wait for the ALBUM cuz yes she IS THE TRUTH!

Bye CL!

22.

Leena Jones

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

YAY for India Arie…have waited so long!!!1…go WHITNEY and I cant wait for that one either.!!!!

23.

VARI

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Look at India lookin all radiant. Cant wait to hear her new material

24.

KEYSTAR.

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

INDIA needs to keep that look flowing non-stop! I like it!

25.

TheMan

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Man Clive better not be bulljivin us again saying new whitney is coming. i want to hear the My love is your love whitney. i will support her regardless though just stay away from hip hop.

26.

MAI03

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I am pulling for Whitney, but i’m hoping her pipes aren’t shot. And in pipes i do mean vocal cords..lol.

27.

remyjones

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I don’t care much about the other two….but i think ppl are gonna be suprised with what Whitney brings back. Even if her voice is not the same she’s still a singer. Some of these singers out these days couldn’t even mess with Whitney on her worst day. She has skill and technique she knows how to use her voice and adjust her performances depending on how her voice is doing. I can’ t wait….I miss her in music.

28.

Blue Boy

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

*****I’m sorry, i completely disagree. I can remember being in my dorm room and
***** every other minute I was hearing “Ready For Love”. It was on the radio, the video
***** was being played all the time. If you are a TRUE India fan, there is no wayyy
***** you can say she’s underrated. I mean with her first album she had the most
**** Grammy’s nominations. She is by no means underrated. Like I said, she isn’t as
**** popular as some artist…but thats because she aint “pop”.

29.

alcee

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

india oughta sit down with that boondocks hair..but i am so elated about whitneys comeback..go aunite!

30.

tjack25

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

MAGGIE SIMPSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yall never let me down. I ALWAYS get a laugh or two from somebody on this site!

31.

SugarhoneyIcedtea

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

# 17 & 18 (Thumbs up!!)

32.

FirstLADY

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

My Whitney’s BACK!!!!!

33.

kcool

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

@ #3SugarhoneyIcedtea
Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Whoever is disturbing my “girl” Prince needs to be slapped numerous times!

PRINCE IS NOT A GIRL SO KEEP UR NASTY REMARKS TO URSELF. I HATE WHEN PEEPS MAKE UNNESSARRY REMARKS ABOUT SOMEONE. HOW WOULD U LIKE IF I CALLED UR DADDY A GIRL?

Is india & chris tucker still dating

http://www.blackplant.com/kcool

34.

kcool

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

& good luck on Whitney comeback she has come a long way…Our people need to be more supportive of her. If Britney Spears and that crackish Amy Winehouse can be drugged out and make comebacks and when Grammy’s. Then Whitney should be able to.

35.

Greatestloveofall

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India can’t be THAT underrated if her last album went #1 and sold like 700,000 units with only one single (that one with Akon about hair and appearance) which wasn’t even a big hit. That is pretty good IMO and especially since she isn’t a watered down popstar. She has a solid, loyal fan base like Jill Scott.

36.

Hmm..

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

LMAO!

37.

STLCHICK

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India you are my girl! You can see how many ppl you’ve touched w/ your music. PLEASE GO ON TOUR!

38.

politicallyincorrect

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

Arie is back!!! Take note Christina Milian that how its done. When you have actual talent and a strong fan base you can put out a successful record. Not running around dressed up going to parties and having bloggers post your pics.

39.

rihanna fan

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

about time whitney cause beyonce is driving me crazy

40.

SIMMONSROYALTY

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I LOVE INDIA AIRE AND WHITNEY HOUSTON CANT WAIT TILL BOTH THEIR PROJECTS COME OUT!!

41.

Junk

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I’m checking out the pic of India, and she seriously had the most beautiful skin. I need to know her regimen. And I swear, I will follow it faithfully.

I’ve loved Whitney since I was a little one. I want her to be able to recapture the magic of the mid-90s but I’m not sure…I still wish her the best. And I’m still such a big fan of hers that I would brow-beat anyone who tries to talk sideways about her.

42.

ashleigh

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I THINK INDIA ARIE HAS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SKIN EVER. its so clear its like chocolate.

she is an underrated beauty. LUVS HER FOR LIFE

43.

Khalil

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

I hope that this is foreal this time. I love Whitney Houston. People can talk s#it about her all they want. The beauty is that does not kill her spirit. When God has blessed you with a voice like that, its an honor. Whitney has nothing to prove to anyone, if you are unsure just purchase her previous CD’s. NO ONE and I mean NO ONE will ever sound like her, be like, she is one of a kind. Like she said “there will never be another me!” I can’t wait for her new CD. I do not care what it sounds like with a bad voice, good voice, or average voice, she is Whitney Houston! Enough said!!!!

44.

Beyonce's ass crack is NOT clean...

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

India’s really pretty and she actually looks like a Negro unlike that disgusting lightskinned prostitute Beyonce

46.

mack

Thursday, January 15, 2009 /

i love whitney, but her song with akon was terrible and i pray to god that it won’t be released as first single.
that prince song “beautiful girl” was tight.

47.

Alwaysalady

Saturday, January 17, 2009 /

I hope whitney brings it and bumps all these non-singing hos outta here.
I know it’s not going to be popular for me to say this but I never really liked Prince anyway. He swagger jacked Rick James. I like a couple tunes of his but not a fan.
I Especially hate the feminine gender bend he portrays it’s not comfortable on him.
Don’t blurr the lines man

48.

curveball

Monday, January 19, 2009 /

After hearing the cheesy song Prince allegedly plagiarized from I can say with FULL certainty that that is the biggest crock of $hit I’ve heard in a long time. 4 notes in a melody in the chorus are similar, there’s probably 100 other songs with the same 4 note melody. These people are looking for a pay-day.

49.

poshchic

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 /

Finally the one album I’ll go out and buy! Sure i’ll watch single ladies on Youtube but in my mind I’ll always remember “I am ready for Love” more than “Cater to you”

but I guess every genre and style of music has its place.

Give me Amel Laurrieux (i think that’s how u spell it), Chrisette, Ms. Badu and Kiki Sheard and pre Missy Jazmine Sullivan anyday!

50.

corey

Tuesday, January 27, 2009 /

whitney houston is the voice noone can come closer to sounding just like a recording live as her she can song just like her recording if not better singing live and she brings diva tro the word diva in webster dictionary it should be a picture of whitney houston under the name and meaning for diva ………… whitney whitney whitney