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The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Iconic 00s City High star Robbie Pardlo dies aged 46 following career with Grammy-nominated group
CHART-topping R&B and Hip-Hop artist Robbie Pardlo has died, aged 46. The lead singer of the Grammy-nominated band City High passed away on Thursday surrounded by friends and family in Willingbro, New Jersey. 3 3 3 His cause of death has not yet been revealed, TMZ reported. Pardlo's devastated family members are planning the late singer's upcoming memorial service and tribute events. More details regarding the events will be revealed in the near future. The musician was lead singer of the R&B and Hip-Hop group from 1999 to 2003. And he worked alongside Claudette Ortiz and Ryan Toby in the beloved trio. Their biggest hit came in 2001 with the release of What Would You Do? which was produced Wyclef Jean from Fugees. The popular song quickly became a motivational anthem for single parents dealing with poverty. It skyrocketed up the charts and even reached top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 at the time. And the success of the single led to the group being nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards. The group also had follow-up hit, Caramel, with Eve - which reached the top 20 of the Billboard 200. Country music star, 24, dies in tragic accident after falling off back of pickup truck when it was suddenly started The group began with Pardlo signing as a solo artist - before his high school pal Toby joined the act. And they added Ortiz to their roster to break away from similar male duo acts. The trio released their only full-length self-titled album in May 2001. It peaked at number 34 on the Billboard 200 at the time and was well-received by critics and fans alike. Despite early success the group disbanded shortly after in 2003. After his work with City High, Pardlo found success joining R&B quartet First Take. The group collaborated with stars such as Whitney Houston and Lil Kim. The late singer is survived by his wife, Anika Pardlo and their two children, Lyric and Chord-Andrew Pardlo.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Robbie Pardlo dead at 46: Grammy-nominated City High member passes away in New Jersey
Robbie Pardlo - who was a member of the chart-topping R&B/Hip-Hop group City High - has passed away at 46. The talented musician passed away on Thursday, July 17 while surrounded by friends and family in Willingboro, New Jersey. No cause of death has been revealed as of yet for the lead singer of the Grammy Award-nominated group as TMZ was the first to report the news. has reached out to representatives for Pardlo and has yet to hear back. Pardlo's grieving family intends on planning the singer's memorial service and tribute events in the upcoming days and will announce the details to the public soon. He was in the group from 1999 to 2003 alongside members Claudette Ortiz and Ryan Toby. Their biggest hit came in 2001 as they released the single What Would You Do? which was produced by Fugees member Wyclef Jean. The song - which served as a motivational anthem for single parents dealing with poverty - shot up the charts and even hit the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 charts at the time. It led to thbe group being nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group at the 44th Annual Grammy Award
News24
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
She's back! Lauryn Hill to headline DStv Delicious Festival at Kyalami in September
Lauryn Hill headlines with Wyclef Jean, celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, alongside South African musicians Lira, Zoë Modiga, Mandisi Dyantyis, and Joyous Celebration Rewind featuring Khaya Mthethwa. The 12th edition at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit (20-21 September) showcases South Africa's creative DNA through diverse musical eras, genres, and cultural experiences, including local food, art, and fashion, on two stages. The festival fuses international acts like Ziggy Marley and YG Marley with South African talent, embodying the nation's signature diversity while offering vibrant expressions of heritage during this experiential weekend. The DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar is back, and this year's 12th edition promises to be the most spectacular yet with Grammy Award-winning legend Lauryn Hill headlining a star-studded lineup at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit on 20-21 September 2025. The eight-time Grammy winner arrives on South African shores as part of her The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary Tour, bringing the magic of her iconic album, selected as the Best Album of All Time by Apple Music, to local audiences. Hill will be joined by longtime collaborator Wyclef Jean, with special appearances from Ziggy Marley and YG Marley, promising to deliver unforgettable performances of classics like Zion, Doo Wop (That Thing), and Everything Is Everything. Leading the local charge is the triumphant return of 11-time SAMA Award-winning Afro-soul queen Lira, whose delightful fusion of afropop, R&B, and jazz will create perfect synergy with Hill's nostalgic hip-hop and soul offerings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ms. Lauryn Hill (@mslaurynhill) Sunday's spirit-filled programming opens with South Africa's beloved gospel collective Joyous Celebration Rewind, featuring selected alumni including Idols South Africa and SABC Crown Gospel Award winner Khaya Mthethwa. The gospel energy will seamlessly transition into SAMA Award-winning and NAACP Award-nominated Mandisi Dyantyis, who brings his masterful fusion of indigenous African music and jazz idioms to the stage. Adding to the jazz sophistication, Zoë Modiga – recipient of both Glamour's Woman of the Year: Musician Game Changer Award and Standard Bank's Young Artist Award in 2023 – will showcase her stirring, Afro-realist interpretation of jazz, creating a rich tapestry of South African musical excellence. Beyond the Music True to the DStv Delicious tradition, this year's festival extends far beyond the main stage performances. The Channel O Dance Stage promises eclectic entertainment, while festival-goers can indulge in vibrant expressions of local food, art, and fashion that celebrate the nation's rich cultural heritage. 'It's incredible to be back at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, and we can't wait to welcome fans to a weekend that celebrates us all through music and food as we come together during Heritage Month,' says Funeka Peppeta, marketing director of The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival Powered by LottoStar. While Sunday's lineup has been revealed, anticipation continues building for Saturday's main acts and the complete Channel O Dance Stage roster, which organisers promise will be announced soon. 'We're proud to announce the phenomenal artist lineup for Sunday, with Saturday's main acts and the Channel O Dance Stage lineup to be revealed soon,' Peppeta said. 'This year promises to be an unforgettable experience from the world-class music to bold culinary, art and fashion moments that reflect the rich diversity of our country and heritage.' The festival's positioning during Heritage Month speaks to its core mission of celebrating South Africa's creative DNA its unique ability to explore intricate layers between traditional and modern, youthful and nostalgic, international and local expressions. Ticket information and additional lineup announcements will be released soon.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Newly Named Global Ambassador Wyclef Jean to Join Mark Cuban at Inaugural Global Citizen NOW: Detroit Event
Newly named Global Citizen Ambassador and Fugees co-founder Wyclef Jean will join special guests including billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban on Thursday (July 10) at the inaugural Global Citizen NOW: Detroit summit. The event at the city's new multi-purpose Hudson's Detroit development will bring together leaders from the worlds of business, entertainment, media, philanthropy, government and nonprofits to discuss what it takes to build sustainable, inclusive cities, while spotlighting the integral role music, culture and the arts play in shaping the city's growth, according to a release. The creative economy panel conversation with Jean will also include Motown Museum chair/CEO Robin Terry and Third Man Records co-founder/co-owner Ben Blackwell and will be moderated by longtime Billboard contributor Gary Graff. More from Billboard Anitta, Gaby Amarantos & Seu Jorge to Perform at Inaugural Global Citizen Festival: Amazonia Concert 'Pride & Prejudice' Film Soundtrack Bewitches the Charts With 20th-Anniversary Vinyl Reissue Fred again.. Releases 'Victory Lap' Remix Featuring Denzel Curry 'It's a true honor to be named a Global Citizen Ambassador. I've always believed in the power of music, not as simply for entertainment, but to awaken, to connect, to move people toward something greater,' said Jean in a statement about the announcement on Thursday (see below) that he will join a roster of A-list GC Ambassadors that includes Coldplay singer Chris Martin, Hugh Jackman, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, John Legend, Usher, Charlie Puth, Common, Billy Porter, Adam Lambert and others. The singer and activist has a long history of working with the international organization focused on the fight to end extreme poverty and promote social justice. Jean first teamed up with Global Citizen in 2021, when he reunited the Fugees for a special performance during Global Citizen Live, then took the Global Citizen Festival stage again in 2023 — where he was joined by Fugees mate and surprise guest Lauryn Hill — as well as participating in this year's Global Citizen NOW event in New York in April. 'As an artist and activist, my mission has always been to bring people together across borders and backgrounds,' Wyclef continued. 'From New York to Detroit and beyond, music speaks the language of resilience, of hope, and of purpose. At a time when the world is in need of unity, I remain committed to turning that rhythm into real change. This is not about awareness, it's about action, and together, we will continue to be the change we wish to see.' According to organizers, Thursday's event will look at the creative economy's impact on Detroit via chats with the business leaders, activists and creatives who are shaping the city's culture, including AfroFuture Festival founder Abdul Abdullah, chef Amanda Saab, Motown Museum 2024 Amplify artist of the year Jasmine Terrell and retired Detroit Lion and filmmaker Romeo Okwara, among many others. See the Jean announcement below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Forbes
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Andrea Bocelli Charts One Of The Biggest Hip-Hop Songs In America
Andrea Bocelli debuts on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart for the first time with 'Maria,' a ... More Lil Wayne and Wyclef Jean track that samples his 'Ave Maria.' SEVILLE, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 16: Andrea Bocelli performs onstage during The 24th Annual Latin Grammy Awards on November 16, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo byfor Latin Recording Academy) Andrea Bocelli is a fixture on a handful of Billboard rankings, as his name can almost always be found on several classical-focused lists. The superstar performer is considered one of the most celebrated voices in history, and his fanbase remains massive, even after decades in the spotlight. Bocelli's musical output has primarily focused on just a few styles, but this week, he scores a rare hit song in America, one that takes him to a Billboard tally that's rather surprising, given his body of work. Andrea Bocelli Joins Lil Wayne and Wyclef Jean On the current edition of the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, Bocelli earns his first career appearance. He joins Lil Wayne and Wyclef Jean on "Maria," which launches at No. 46 on the 50-spot ranking of the most consumed tracks in America that fall under the genre labels hip-hop, rap, or R&B. Bocelli is credited as a featured artist on "Maria," even though he didn't record new vocals for the track. Instead, the song contains a sample of the crooner performing the classic "Ave Maria," which plays in the background and forms part of the beat. Lil Wayne and Wyclef Jean Are Not New Bocelli may be brand new to the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, but both Wayne and Jean have found their way to this ranking before. Thanks to a slew of new arrivals from tracks featured on his latest album Tha Carter VI – including 'Maria' – Wayne ups his career total placements to 234. Jean has earned just 19 stays on the tally, including multiple entries that appeared when the roster featured 100 spaces instead of the 50 it does these days. Andrea Bocelli Nearly Returns to No. 1 As he earns his first hip-hop hit in America, Bocelli almost returns to No. 1 on a pair of Billboard charts. Duets: 30th Anniversary holds in the runner-up space on both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums tallies. That collection has already ruled those lists in the past, and it has now spent 33 frames on the two.
