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As previously reported, 'American Idol' winner Fantasia Barrino was hospitalized on Aug. 10 because of an overdose of aspirin and a sleep aid. After the near-fatal incident, the 26-year-old singer admitted during an episode of VH1's 'Behind the Music' that the overdose was intentional.
Throughout the blogosphere, people wondered whether the attempt, as well as her alleged sex tap scandal with Antwaun Cook, was all just a publicity stunt to promote her new album, 'Back to Me.' Further speculation will no doubt be raised when the tragedy plays itself out on season two of her VH1 show, 'Fantasia for Real.'
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The much-talked-about show documents Barrino from her initial 911 call to the North Carolina hospital bed where the 'The Color Purple' musical star recovered until Aug. 12.
"My love life is very touchy," she admitted during a trailer for the reality show. "I've been in a lot of different situations that haven't been good for me. I have not fulfilled my destiny. It's not time for me to go anywhere. And I can still fight, still keep going. I'm better now."
See for yourself how the eight-time Grammy Award nominee balances promoting her new J Records album and managing her personal life when season two of 'Fantasia for Real' premieres Sept. 19 at 10 p.m. ET/PST.
Black Music Notes June 2
6/2/10: Ryan Leslie
Singer-songwriter Ryan Leslie is set to make a special appearance at New York's Bowery Ballroom on June 22 and 23. Leslie, who recently wrapped up his international tour with Ne-Yo, will also give fans a preview of select songs from his third solo project 'Les Is More.' Doors open at 7 pm.
6/2/10: Dr. Dre
Hip Hop's favorite music physician, Dr. Dre will be honored with the ASCAP Founders Award at this year's Rhythm & Soul Music Awards. The 23rd annual event, which is set to take place June 25 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, will honor Dre for his musical legacy and influence. "Dre is one of the most important voices in modern music," said ASCAP president Paul Williams. "He created a unique, recognizable sound that dominated rap music in the early '90s...and continues to inspire artists and producers across all genres with his musical techniques."
5/28/10: Kanye West
Despite shying away from the media since his 2009 MTV Video Music Award tirade, Kanye West is slowing making his way back into the spotlight. Last weekend in Manhattan, West made a special appearance at club CV and it turned into a mini album listening party of his forthcoming opus. "Kanye leaned over and said, 'Play track three,'" DJ Scram Jones told MTV News. "They all went nuts, Kid Cudi was dancing on the table, and then we cut it off at about a minute-and-a-half ... By the end of the process, we played four records."
5/28/10: Robert Cray
Five-time Grammy Award-winner Robert Cray is set to release his new live album entitled 'Cookin' In Mobile' on July 27. The 13-song project , which features a bonus DVD with behind the scenes footage, was recorded earlier this year at the Saenger Theater in Mobile, AL. Longtime Cray fans can expect to hear classic hits such as 'Right Next Door' and 'Smoking Gun,' in addition to recent hits such as 'I Can't Fail' and 'That's What Keeps Me Rockin'.'
5/28/10: Lil Kim
While many people are making comparisons between Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim, the Queen Bee has reportedly inked a new deal with a fellow Brooklyn mogul. According to various reports, Kim is the latest signee of Jay-Z's record label, Roc Nation. Although details regarding the deal have yet to surface or confirmed, a rep for Kim and Jay's camp was unavailable for comment at press time.
5/28/10: Miles Davis
Miles Davis' landmark album 'Bitches Brew' drew critical acclaim throughout the music world during the early 1970s. In honor of the timeless classic, Columbia/Legacy will reissue the album as a super-deluxe Collector's Edition on Aug. 31. The all new collector's edition will find four bonus tracks from alternate versions of 'Spanish Key' and 'John McLaughlin.'
5/20/10: Lionel Richie
As Memorial Day steadily approaches, Lionel Richie and PBS are set to celebrate the holiday with the annual broadcast of the National Memorial Day concert. The May 30 event, which takes place on the West Lawn of the US Capital, will feature an array of performers including Richie, Yolanda Adams, and others paying homage to our fallen U.S. troops. This year's concert will also recognize the 60th anniversary of the Korean War.
5/20/10: Kelly Rowland
Following her departure from longtime manager, Matthew Knowles last year, Kelly Rowland has inked a deal with Universal Motown Records. For label president, Sylvia Rhone, signing the former Destiny's Child member was inspirational. "I think Kelly is an immensely talented, gracious, and beautiful woman, and I am thrilled about the opportunity to work with her on what's turning out to be an amazing album," she explained. "For an artist whose career began as a member of a landmark group like Destiny's Child, Kelly has truly come into her own and I am deeply inspired by her incredible energy." Rowland's as-yet-untitled album features collaborations from Stargate, Salaam Remi, Ne-Yo, Rico Love, and Esther Dean. No release date was set at press time.
5/20/10: Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne has proven once again that he is "music" with his recent contraband jail incident. In fact, the Grammy Award-winning MC called his personal DJ, Scoob Doo to give him the details on what exactly happened, which surfaced online via YouTube. "Ain't too much, I got in a little trouble and whatnot, you feel me," Wayne explained about being caught with headphones and a MP3 charger. "Yeah, they tried to bang me with that. ... But I can't live without my music, Scoob. You know how it is, man. I needed my music. It's all good. I had to take my little slip up. I ain't trippin'. Players f--- up."
5/14/10: Eminem/ Jay-Z
Following collaborating on the popular music video game DJ Hero, hip hop heavyweights Eminem and Jay-Z are teaming up once again for yet another business venture. According to published reports, the rap kingpins will be apart of a two part Live Nation produced concert event to be held at each of their hometown's baseball stadiums. "These shows are like a dream come true," Hov said. "I've always hoped that hip-hop could play any stadium like other genres of music. How perfect is it that Eminem and I get to play our hometowns and show how far the live rap experience has come?" Eminem will headline a concert Sept. 2 at Comerica Park in Detroit, while Jay-Z will perform at Yankee Stadium Sept. 13.
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By: glenda on 9/19/2010 1:08PM
Fantasia is a fake and want's her 15 min.Why doesn't she just use her singing talent?When heard about her affair and then supposed suicide attempt I thought "Oh no,here we go again".Doesn't deserve a Reality Show !!
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By: bigwill on 9/19/2010 1:58PM
The cd is nothing much, and baby girls life is a hot mess!
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By: JANE L. RAYMOND on 9/19/2010 2:06PM
I feel sorry for Fantasia. Apparently all of the publicity is too much for her. She is a very talented singer. Hopefully she can pull herself together and move on.
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By: Jessica on 9/19/2010 2:19PM
WHAT PEOPLE WILL DO OR PUPICITY!!
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By: Barb on 9/19/2010 6:57PM
The show sucks
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By: Greg on 9/19/2010 7:56PM
Who cares! She's just your typical hoodrat with no class! I won't waste my time watching that nonsense!
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By: cstu on 9/19/2010 9:24PM
ARE YOU KIDDING?
So, as a young adult aspiring to be an entertainer, I should go on American Idol, make records, date a married man, get caught for dating a married man, have the possibility of being sued in court due to my dating a married man, then "attempt" to kill myself by taking aspirin and "a" sleep aid, go on various talk shows playing the role of the victim ...Oh, I will stop here, this is so "dysfunctional" that it sounds like a made for TV movie..Oh...dag, I just gave her an idea to play this out further...
"Role Model"...ah....don't think so..
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By: You Know Who on 9/19/2010 10:09PM
Money & Sex , thats America, now what else do you want, stop lying.Sex for those of you who are prudes, recreational activity nothing more or less. If you are married it cost money , boyfriend girlfriend, it still cost mone. Injoy life please, you could get run over by a drunk driver tomorrow, there are no gurantees of any thing but death & taxes. Now go back to work, please do your best.
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By: Della on 9/19/2010 11:09PM
Hello Fantasia,You are a sweet young lady and I love hearing you sing gospel.(What a voice).I have been following you sense the American Idol and I thank the Lord for what you have achieved so far and to bless you with your life's dreames.Fantasia keep your head up,look ahead and not back.God has given you what you need to love and respect yourself more then you have,think POSITIVE...negative thoughts do nothing but take us down,and we all have skeliten's in our closet's belive it or not,no one is perfect.Fantasia I'm very proud of you,keep looking up and pray.God will take you there just whold on to his unchanging hands.You will accomplish great things with God's help Psalm 60:12 and don't worry about those who criticize you or judge you.We should not comdemn or judge others Luke 6:37-38....Give all your worries and cares to God for he cares about what happens to you 1 Peter 5:7...You are to bless to be stressed.God's G-Grown E-Educative D-Diva.And that is the truth love ya! Della.
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By: poetrysez on 9/20/2010 12:32PM
Fantasia and her career will survive the whole mess. I will always support Fantasia and her music. I wish her nothing but the best. However, she can halt on the tattoos because Fantasia's voice will always speak for itself-she doesn't need a heap of tats to do the talking.
And if she wants to tell her life story-she shouldn't use her body as the canvas in which to tell the story. I'm quite certain that every tat has meaning to her and it's a story to tell.
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