Tag Archives: Whitney Houston

Thursday Open Thread: Whitney Houston Week

Posted on November 20, 2014 by rikyrah

I hope you’re enjoying this week with Whitney. 1992–94: Marriage to Bobby Brown and The Bodyguard Throughout the 1980s, Houston was romantically linked to American football star Randall Cunningham and actor Eddie Murphy, whom she dated.[96] She then met R&B … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread: Whitney Houston Week

Posted on November 19, 2014 by rikyrah

More from Whitney. 1987–91: Whitney, I’m Your Baby Tonight and “The Star Spangled Banner” With many expectations, Houston’s second album, Whitney, was released in June 1987. The album again featured production from Masser, Kashif and Walden as well as Jellybean … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread: Whitney Houston Week

Posted on November 18, 2014 by rikyrah

More from Whitney Houston. 1985–86: Rise to international prominence With production from Michael Masser, Kashif, Jermaine Jackson, and Narada Michael Walden, Houston’s debut album Whitney Houston was released in February 1985. Rolling Stone magazine praised Houston, calling her “one of … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread: Whitney Houston Week

Posted on November 17, 2014 by rikyrah

This week will be dedicated to The Voice: Whitney Elizabeth Houston. I still can’t believe she’s gone. Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American singer, actress, producer, and model. In 2009, Guinness World Records … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Thread

Posted on June 1, 2014 by rikyrah

Happy Sunday, Everyone. Hope you’re enjoying your weekend with friends and family

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Serendipity SOUL | Friday Open Thread | Dionne Warwick Week

Posted on January 10, 2014 by rikyrah

Happy Friday, Everyone! We made it through the week without freezing to death. Today we’re featuring duets & tributes with Ms. Warwick. Above: Lyricist Hal David with Dionne Warwick and Burt Bacharach in the recording studio. DUETS Dionne & Christopher … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on December 21, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Do You Hear What I Hear?“ is a Christmas song written in October 1962 with lyrics by Noël Regney and music by Gloria Shayne Baker.[1] The pair were married at the time, and wrote it as a plea for peace … Continue reading →

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Serendipity SOUL | Sunday Open Thread

Posted on August 11, 2013 by rikyrah

Enjoy your Sunday and great gospel music, Everyone. Give thanks and gratitude for all God’s Blessings.

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African American History | Whitney Houston | The most awarded female recording artist of all time

Posted on February 8, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American recording artist, actress, producer, and model. In 2009, the Guinness World Records cited her as the most awarded female act of all time.[1] Houston was one of … Continue reading →

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3 Chics Politico’s Picks: Top Events Of 2012 In Photos, Videos & Commentary

Posted on December 31, 2012 by rikyrah

As 2012 comes to a close, 3 Chics Politico is showcasing our picks for the events that shaped our country and our world this past year. You may have your own events that touched you in some way. Please feel … Continue reading →

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