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AP Quickie: Plans Changed - Lenny Kravitz Will Not Play Marvin Gaye
Turns out Lenny Kravitz dropped out of the Marvin Gaye biopic project 'Sexual Healing'. Marvin Gaye's son Marvin III was shocked Kravitz signed on to the project because it will reportedly focus the darker side of his father’s life (financial difficulty, depression, drug abuse, alcoholism).
Marvin III says he and other family members were meeting with lawyers to try to stop production. Not…
Added by Sound Check on March 8, 2013 at 11:28am — 2 Comments
A New 'Black Wave' Breaking Grounds In Cinema!
There's a new 'Black Wave' in cinema that got us really excited, guys! These movies show different sides of the Black experience and often deal with sensitive subjects. By now you know we're big fans of 'Pariah' (directed by Dee Rees), as we've been supporting the film way before it blew up.
And there are many more gems coming out or making the festival rounds: for example,…
Added by Afro-Punk on January 23, 2012 at 11:50am — 7 Comments
LISTEN: New Music Round-Up - Lenny Kravitz, Gym Class Heroes, Spank Rock & More
It's the weekend, time for some ear-candy! Here are some new singles released in the last week or so. Rock, hip-hop and 'unclassifiables' for your sweet tooth, by artists and bands such as Lenny Kravitz, Gym Class Heroes, Spank Rock and more. Scroll down to take a listen and let us know how you like them. - L C-D… Black Music History Month: Top 10 Black Guitarists?
Not sure if you're aware of this, but US President Barack Obama proclaimed June 2011 'Black Music History Month', and even mentioned rock in the official proclamation: "The artistic depth of soul, rock and roll, and hip-hop not only bring together people across our Nation, but also energize and shape the creativity of artists around the world", it reads. In honor of this, popular/mainstream Black news website… Continue
Added by Afro-Punk on June 8, 2011 at 1:04pm — 24 Comments
PREVIEW: Elevator Fight Reveal Trippy Songs From Upcoming Album
AP members Elevator Fight (with front woman Zoe Kravitz) revealed new tracks from their upcoming album 'Post Empire', and we have them right here for ya. Maybe you've seen them rock the Afro-punk Festival a couple of years ago (see pics below), in which case you know what to expect: daring, guitar-heavy rock and pop songs. Punchy at times ('New Pussy'), trippy ('500 Birds'), check them… Continue
Added by Afro-Punk on May 27, 2011 at 4:30pm — 10 Comments
Lenny Kravitz Releases New Album Cover
Making his first on-air appearance on the Oprah Winfrey show, last week Lenny surprised fans with an impromptu jam session along with releasing the album cover art for his new album, Black and White America. The cover, which shows a younger Kravitz with a serious pose with peace and love etched on his face, is his ninth released studio album cover which he recorded in a remote area in the Bahamas. Lenny said in an interview on Oprah that the album is a reflection of his life… Continue
Added by Afro-Punk on March 9, 2011 at 5:00pm — 3 Comments
AP Quickie: Lenny Kravitz' New Single 'Come On Get It' Will Be Out On Feb. 20th!
'Come On Get It,' the first single from Lenny Kravitz' upcoming album 'Black And White America', will be released Feb. 20th. Preview the artwork and video below and click here for some behind-the-scenes footage of Kravitz recording the album! - Photo for banner above by Mathieu Bitton.…Added by Afro-Punk on February 9, 2011 at 5:30pm — 2 Comments
Lenny Kravitz On Teena Marie: “She Gave Me A Bedroom And Fed Me”
Musician Lenny Kravitz just revealed that he shared a deeper connection than most with the late Teena Marie. Taking to his Twitter account after being informed of the tragic news, Lenny sent out a very personal video in dedication to the singer.
Added by Afro-Punk on December 31, 2010 at 10:35am — 2 Comments
Lenny Kravitz Cooking Up Something Real Nice - Album + Tour With U2
Added by Afro-Punk on October 8, 2010 at 7:00pm — 7 Comments
Tie Me Up: A look at AP fashion over 30 years
What does an Afro-punk look like? Technically there’s no single answer to this question for punk style itself is a free for all, ranging from totally outrageous to simplistic. Hell, there isn’t even a solid definition of what an Afro-punk is either. However, there are a few slight differences in appearance that separate us from the stereotypical image of a rocker besides the most obvious: skin… Continue
Added by Afro-Punk on March 23, 2010 at 10:00am — 32 Comments
BRAND NEW SABATTA - IN DOUBLE VISION!! LIVE EXCLUSIVE
Added by Sabatta on December 2, 2009 at 12:56pm — No Comments
BRAND NEW SABATTA - IN DOUBLE VISION!! LIVE EXCLUSIVE
Added by Sabatta on December 1, 2009 at 4:23pm — No Comments
NEW ADVERT FOR SABATTA - 'EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES' ALBUM NOW ON AFROPUNK!
Added by Sabatta on February 26, 2009 at 7:00am — No Comments
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