Young Muslims Build a Subculture on an Underground Book

Written by M.E Editor in December 24th, 2008  
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CLEVELAND — Five years ago, young Muslims across the United States began reading and passing along a blurry, photocopied novel called “The Taqwacores,” about imaginary punk rock Muslims in Buffalo. “This book helped me create my identity,” said Naina Syed, 14, a high school freshman in Coventry, Conn. A

Arabs enjoy a bit of comic relief

Written by M.E Editor in December 10th, 2008  
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Stereotypes stir laughs at Mideast festival Torrents of raucous laughter erupted through the crowd, packed mainly with youths clad in T-shirts and jeans who were eager for some good, clean fun. "This is great. Everybody's on time. All the Arabs showed up," Jordanian-American comic Mike Batayneh said, ribbing the

Putting the ‘fun’ in fundamentalism

Written by M.E Editor in December 9th, 2008  
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Faithful comedians can teach followers a thing or two. But seriously, folks, the ability to laugh at one’s faith is a sign of growth and theological maturity. A guy wearing a long black, gabardine coat, a black hat, white fringes outside his pants and full beard walks into a comedy

Contemporary R&B Master Raphael Saadiq Scores Three Grammy Nominations with The Way I See It

Written by M.E Editor in December 6th, 2008  
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It's been a big week for R&B performer Raphael Saadiq, whose critically acclaimed new album, The Way I See It, has just been named iTunes #1 Best Album of 2008. With an average customer rating of four-and-a-half-stars, The Way I See It is praised in an iTunes online review

Busta Rhymes ft. Ron Browz, Diddy, Swizz Beatz, T-Pain, Akon & Lil Wayne - Arab Money (Remix)

Written by M.E Editor in November 29th, 2008  
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With American troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan, civilians have developed a strong fascination for Arabic/Middle Eastern culture. Known to get creative with his music, Busta Rhymes decided to take a flight to the Middle East for his first single as a Universal Motown artist, Arab Money. 

Interview: Raphael Saadiq - Singer, Songwriter and Producer

Written by M.E Editor in November 27th, 2008  
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With all things considered, Raphael Saadiq is the thread that has weaved the fabric of contemporary soul music together. His midas touch has turned the careers of countless "soul sisters"—Erykah Badu, Jill Scott and Mary J. Blige—and "soul brothers"—John Legend, Musiq Soulchild and D'Angelo—into gold. And while his artistic resume

For Q-Tip, ‘Renaissance’ is full of hope and love

Written by M.E Editor in November 27th, 2008  
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  Q-Tip wants to put "new flavor in your ear." In the process, he hopes you feel the love, too. The rapper's engaging new album, The Renaissance, glows with loving, downright sunny sentiments often unheard these days in mainstream hip-hop - or any other urban style, for that matter.With

Michael Jackson becomes a Muslim

Written by M.E Editor in November 21st, 2008  
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Pop star Michael Jackson has changed his name to Mikaeel and become a Muslim, according to a UK newspaper report. Jackson, 50, wore a special Islamic hat to pledge allegiance to the Koran in a ceremony at a friend's mansion in Los Angeles, The Sun said. British

Jermaine Jackson Says Jackson 5 Will Reunite

Written by M.E Editor in November 14th, 2008  
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SYDNEY, Australia (AP) — The hit 1970s pop band The Jackson 5 will reunite and tour next year, with famous siblings Michael and Janet on board, brother Jermaine Jackson said. Jackson told Australian Associated Press last week that they have already begun working on the music and logistics

NYC: A Concert Honoring Miriam Makeba

Written by M.E Editor in November 14th, 2008  
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New Africa Live & Le Poisson Rouge present: 'MAMA AFRIKA': A Tribute Concert to Miriam Makeba  featuring: Randy Weston, Blue Nefertiti (Celia of Les Nubians), Somi, Gino Sitson, Wunmi, Bakithi & Robbi
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