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Music icons pay tribute to Compton rapper Coolio
By Shirley Hawkins Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Coolio, the colorful rapper who grew up in Compton, was remembered by…
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THE Q&A: New show celebrates early era of Motown Records
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer A lot of people grew up listening to Motown music. So did Karla Gordy Bristol…
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Hollywood intersection renamed in honor of Peruvian singer
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A Hollywood intersection has been dedicated as Yma Sumac Square in honor of the record-setting…
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Kelly Clarkson receives star on Walk of Fame
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Sept. 19 honoring Kelly Clarkson,…
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‘The Great Jheri Curl Debate’ explores cultural issues
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Black Americans and Korean-Americans have an uneasy history. Tensions between the two groups began in…
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Jefferson High concert pays homage to Central Avenue
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Jefferson High School is located in an area of Los Angeles…
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Mexican band receives star on Walk of Fame
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Sept. 7 honoring Los Huracanes…
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THE Q&A: Wilkins leads the way as Hollywood Bowl conductor
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Most little boys dream of being a fireman, a policeman, an astronaut or Power Ranger…
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Singer Avril Lavigne receives Walk of Fame star
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Aug. 31 honoring eight-time Grammy-nominated…
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Opera star Pavarotti receives posthumous star on Walk of Fame
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Aug. 24 posthumously honoring legendary…
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