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Otago Daily Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
Angie Stone, musician
Angie Stone in 2024. Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, a member of all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song Wish I Didn't Miss You, started singing as a child in South Carolina, in church choirs. The Sequence, formed by the then Angela Brown and childhood friends Gwendolyn Chisolm and Cheryl Cook, were the first all-female hip-hop group to release an album, through the groundbreaking Sugar Hill Records. The group released three records, to moderate commercial success, before disbanding. Stone emerged as a solo artist in the early 2000s, enjoying considerable success propelled by Wish I Didn't Miss You, which was a dance floor hit. At around the same time, Stone branched out into acting, appearing in a mix of drama and reality TV shows and also racking up a dozen feature film credits. However, music remained Stone's main claim to fame and singles No More Rain (In This Cloud) and Baby both topped the Billboard R&B chart, and her 2001 album Mahogany Soul and 2007 album The Art Of Love & War both made the Billboard top 30. Angie Stone was killed in a crash on an Alabama highway when travelling to a concert. She died on March 1 aged 63. — APL/agencies
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Angie Stone: Memorial service for influential R&B singer to be held in Austell
The Brief The public memorial service for R&B and neo-soul singer Angie Stone will take place in Austell on Friday morning. The singer was killed in a car crash earlier in March after a performance in Alabama. Stone was known for being a pioneer in hip-hop who also made waves in the neo-soul movement of the early 2000s and in movies. AUSTELL, Ga. - Family and fans of Angie Stone will gather on Friday in Austell to mourn the life of the acclaimed neo-soul singer. The Grammy-nominated performer was killed in a car crash after a performance in Alabama on March 1. RELATED: Angie Stone, Grammy-nominated R&B singer, dies in car crash What we know Stone was leaving a performance in Mobile when the van carrying her and members of her crew was involved in a collision on Interstate 65. Stone was the only person killed in the crash. She was 63 years old. Following her death, tributes from her fans and fellow artists poured in, with many crediting her powerful voice and influential sound. RELATED: R&B soul singer Angie Stone remembered by Atlanta friends for powerful vocals, kind spirit Friday's service is set for 11 a.m. at Word of Faith Cathedral in Austell. Among the performers and tributes expected during Friday's event include Tyler Perry, Kirk Franklin, and the Angie Stone Musical Choir. Organizers say the event has reached capacity at this time and only those who had registered beforehand will be allowed to take part in the service. A private ceremony for close family and friends will take place Saturday in her hometown of Columbia, South Carolina. Dig deeper The church-grown singer was born in Columbia, where music was always in her life since she was a child, Stone told the Associated Press in the 1999 interview. Her mother would sing around the house, and her father sang gospel and blues at establishments around Columbia. Stone was a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and was known for the hit song "Wish I Didn't Miss You." She helped form The Sequence, the first all-female group on the hip-hop trailblazing imprint Sugar Hill Records, becoming one of the first female groups to record a rap song. The group recorded "Funk You Up," which has been sampled by numerous artists, including Dr. Dre. After finding success in the early 1980s, Stone later joined the trio Vertical Hold before launching her solo career. Stone created hits like "No More Rain (In This Cloud)," which reached No. 1 for 10 weeks on Billboard's Adult R&B airplay chart; "Baby" with legendary soul singer Betty Wright, another No. 1 hit; and "Wish I Didn't Miss You" and "Brotha." She found a sweet spot in the early 2000s as neo-soul began to dominate the R&B landscape with the emergence of singers like Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Maxwell and D'Angelo. Her 2001 album "Mahagony Soul" reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200, while 2007's "The Art Of Love & War" peaked at No. 11. A Soul Train Lady of Soul winner, Stone went on to showcase her acting chops with film roles in "The Hot Chick" starring Rob Schneider, "The Fighting Temptations," which starred Cuba Gooding Jr. and Beyoncé, and "Ride Along" led by Ice Cube and Kevin Hart. She also hit the Broadway stage as Big Mama Morton in "Chicago," and she showcased her vulnerability on the reality TV shows "Celebrity Fit Club" and "R&B Divas: Atlanta." The Source Information for this story was taken from previous FOX 5 reporting and contributions from the Associated Press.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans to say goodbye to Angie Stone at public memorial service for R&B singer
Friends and fans of Angie Stone will gather on Friday for a public memorial service for the Grammy-nominated R&B singer. Stone died in a car crash in Alabama on March 1. Stone's longtime manager said the cargo van she was riding in flipped over and was hit by a truck on Interstate 65. Everyone else in the van survived the crash. Friday's service is set for 11 a.m. at Word of Faith Cathedral in Austell, Georgia. A private service will be held Saturday at First Nazareth Baptist Church in Columbia, South Carolina. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Stone's music career first took off as a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song 'Wish I Didn't Miss You.' She found a sweet spot in the early 2000s as neo-soul began to dominate R&B. In a recent Instagram post, Stone told fans she was excited about upcoming events and 'getting back in the mix.' Stone performed in Mobile, Alabama the night before the crash and was heading back to Atlanta. Stone's dear friend and former Channel 2 anchor and reporter JaQuitta Williams said Stone survived the initial incident. 'She was talking to somebody alongside her telling them to help her get out of the van,' Williams said. Alabama law enforcement said that's when an 18-wheeler hit the van and the van hit Stone, killing her. 'It's just been hard to process,' Williams said. Williams said Stone's son and daughter are understandably having a tough time. 'They want her fans to know to keep her legacy alive. Keep loving on her. Keep playing her music,' Williams said. RELATED STORIES Angie Stone remembered as 'a soulful spirit' by those who knew her best Tributes pour in for R&B singer Angie Stone after her death at 63 in a highway crash Angie Stone's family thanks fans for their support in wake of R&B star's death Actress, friend of R&B star Angie Stone speaks on their friendship after learning of her death
Boston Globe
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Memorial service planned for Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone
On Saturday, a service is planned at First Nazareth Baptist Church in Columbia, South Carolina. The church-grown singer was born in Columbia, where music was always in her life since she was a child, Stone told the AP in 1999 interview. Her mother would sing around the house, and her father sang gospel and blues at establishments around Columbia. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Stone was a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song 'Wish I Didn't Miss You.' She helped form The Sequence, the first all-female group on the hip-hop trailblazing imprint Sugar Hill Records, becoming one of the first female groups to record a rap song. Advertisement The group recorded 'Funk You Up,' which has been sampled by numerous artists, including Dr. Dre. After finding success in the early 1980s, Stone later joined the trio Vertical Hold before launching her solo career. Stone created hits like 'No More Rain (In This Cloud),' which reached No. 1 for 10 weeks on Billboard's Adult R&B airplay chart; 'Baby' with legendary soul singer Betty Wright, another No. 1 hit; and 'Wish I Didn't Miss You' and 'Brotha.' She found a sweet spot in the early 2000s as neo-soul begin to dominate the R&B landscape with the emergence of singers like Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Maxwell and D'Angelo. Her 2001 album 'Mahagony Soul' reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200, while 2007's 'The Art Of Love & War' peaked at No. 11. A Soul Train Lady of Soul winner, Stone went on to showcase her acting chops with film roles in 'The Hot Chick' starring Rob Schneider, 'The Fighting Temptations,' which starred Cuba Gooding Jr. and Beyoncé, and 'Ride Along' led by Ice Cube and Kevin Hart. Advertisement She also hit the Broadway stage as Big Mama Morton in 'Chicago,' and she showcased her vulnerability on the reality TV shows 'Celebrity Fit Club' and 'R&B Divas: Atlanta.'
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Memorial service planned for Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone
AUSTELL, Ga. (AP) — A memorial service was planned for Friday near Atlanta for Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, who was killed in a car crash south of Montgomery, Alabama. The cargo van she was riding in flipped over and was then hit by a truck on March 1, music producer and Stone's longtime manager Walter Millsap III has said. Everyone else in the van survived except Stone, who was 63. Online tributes from fans and fellow artists poured in after her death. Friday's service is set for 11 a.m. at Word of Faith Cathedral in Austell, Georgia, just west of Atlanta. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. On Saturday, a service is planned at First Nazareth Baptist Church in Columbia, South Carolina. The church-grown singer was born in Columbia, where music was always in her life since she was a child, Stone told the AP in 1999 interview. Her mother would sing around the house, and her father sang gospel and blues at establishments around Columbia. Stone was a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song 'Wish I Didn't Miss You.' She helped form The Sequence, the first all-female group on the hip-hop trailblazing imprint Sugar Hill Records, becoming one of the first female groups to record a rap song. The group recorded 'Funk You Up,' which has been sampled by numerous artists, including Dr. Dre. After finding success in the early 1980s, Stone later joined the trio Vertical Hold before launching her solo career. Stone created hits like 'No More Rain (In This Cloud),' which reached No. 1 for 10 weeks on Billboard's Adult R&B airplay chart; 'Baby' with legendary soul singer Betty Wright, another No. 1 hit; and 'Wish I Didn't Miss You' and 'Brotha.' She found a sweet spot in the early 2000s as neo-soul begin to dominate the R&B landscape with the emergence of singers like Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Maxwell and D'Angelo. Her 2001 album 'Mahagony Soul' reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200, while 2007's 'The Art Of Love & War' peaked at No. 11. A Soul Train Lady of Soul winner, Stone went on to showcase her acting chops with film roles in 'The Hot Chick' starring Rob Schneider, 'The Fighting Temptations,' which starred Cuba Gooding Jr. and Beyoncé, and 'Ride Along' led by Ice Cube and Kevin Hart. She also hit the Broadway stage as Big Mama Morton in 'Chicago,' and she showcased her vulnerability on the reality TV shows 'Celebrity Fit Club' and 'R&B Divas: Atlanta.'
