A Rick James biopic is in development. No cast and no director have been chosen. It’s already being said that it will be bigger than Bohemian Rhapsody. The biopic is in the pre-production stage. In the 60’s Rick James dodged the draft and fled to Canada where he started a band with an unknown musician […]

Halloween must’ve came early this year for an Indianapolis man who robbed a bank on Saturday dressed as legendary singer Rick James. According to reports, the man was accompanied by an accomplice who dressed like Youngblood Priest from the classic 70’s movie Super Fly.  Around 12pm on Saturday, the embellished robbers entered the Indiana Members Credit Union and demanded money. Police say […]

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Black Music Month originated in 1979. Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month to celebrate the wonderful music, the  achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

  Yesterday was the late great Rick James birthday, we’re still celebrating the life and legacy of the man who brought you Super Freak, Ebony Eyes, Give It To Me Baby, Fire & Desire, and of course Mary Jane.     

Two men, one dressed as Rick James and the other as Youngblood Priest from the cult hit Super Fly, robbed a bank in Indiana.

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Rick James’ daughter Ty opens up about her late father’s legacy, not being allowed to listen to Prince’s music growing up, her father’s autobiography and…

From over-sized bags, fringe, wide brimmed hats and boots, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite celebrities, both old and new school, who have incorporated…

R&B singer Keyshia Cole is back to kicking ass and taking names on her brand new song “Rick James” that features Juicy J. The Oakland…

1980s girl group Mary Jane Girls had a few hits and disappeared from the limelight. Two of its members decided they wanted to breathe some…

This time we asked you: which dead artist would you like to bring back to life? This is by far the biggest poll ever and you all had a lot to say in your votes! The Black Music Poll is apart of TheUrbanDaily’s celebration for Black Music Month. It’s All Black Music  is the destination […]

*Sitting down and talking to music industry veterans is one of our most favorite things. It seems that everyone has a story or two about someone they once associated with. Most of the time those stories are very funny, but they are often sad as well. Recently EURweb.com had the pleasure speaking with longtime industry […]