HOTHIPHOPDETROIT.COM – Twitter is a buzz with news that Nathaniel D. Hale, known in the music industry as Nate Dogg, died Tuesday, his family announced. The rap star, born and reared in Long Beach, California was 41. Cause of death is not known. However, Hale had suffered two strokes, one in 2007 and another in […]

National

We know it’s the last thing music fans of all ages want to hear just hours after a variety of holiday celebrations have officially ended, but on this cold winter night, we regret to inform you all of the passing of legendary performer and multi-instrumentalist Teena Marie, age 54. We hear Teena Marie’s beloved daughter, […]

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We’ve had a rough afternoon of breaking news and entertainment reports revolving around the highly respected Queen of Soul and her recent medical issues. By now you’ve all probably heard some combination of rumors and reports, but we want to clear the air and confirm a few things about Aretha Franklin’s current health and status. […]

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Soul music mourns the loss of another icon as we honor the life of Solomon Burke who died this weekend at age 70.

Gospel

Official details of the homegoing and funeral services for the "Queen of Gospel" Albertina Walker available inside now.

Gospel

Gospel music legend Albertina Walker dies at age 81. Details on her legacy inside now.

Gospel

Gospel music legend Dorinda Clark Cole announces her decision to sign with Light Records. Details inside!

Gospel

After spending about two weeks in the hospital for respiratory problems, reports of Albertina Walker’s passing have been running rampant. However, they are not true. The Gospel great and founder of The Caravans is currently in ICU, and rumors about her passing gained momentum over the weekend. On Saturday (September 4th), Walker posted on her […]

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View details of the recent fall that broke two of Aretha Franklin's ribs. Reports and more inside now.

Cincy

Check out this rare interview with Pastor Shirley Caesar just hours before her Macy's Gospel Festival performance this week. Full unedited video inside now.

Cincy

We're having an incredible time today at the GMWA Convention and we've even spoken with the Queen of Gospel - Albertina Walker! Details inside.

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1230AM WDBZ The Buzz remembers R&B music's favorite teddy bear - Gerald Levert. Happy Birthday Gerald! We miss you!