Entertainment
Jay Z and Bruno Spoerri Split Royalties of ‘Versus’ 50-50 for Unlicensed Sample; Nothing on ‘Blurred Lines’ Penalty
Rapper Shawn ”Jay-Z” Carter attends ‘The Great Gatsby’ world premiere at Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York May 1, 2013 (Credit: Reuters/Andrew Kelly)
Ryan Book, THE MUSIC TIMES
(MusicTimes.com)—Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams were certainly responsibly for the biggest copyright infraction decision of the last week, which allowed Jay Z to get away relatively headline-free for his settlement with jazz performer Bruno Spoerri over the track “Versus” from Magna Carta…Holy Grail.
The saxophone player, best known among jazz fans for his experimentation with electric saxophone during the ’70s, accused the rapper of borrowing from Spoerri’s track “On The Way” without clearing the sample.
Spoerri, while somewhat charmed to appear on one of Hov’s record, was frustrated that there wasn’t an attempt made to use the sample responsibly.
###
Activism
Oakland Post: Week of March 12 – 18, 2025
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of March 12 – 18, 2025
To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.
Activism
Oakland Post: Week of March 5 – 11, 2025
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of March 5 – 11, 2025
To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.
Activism
Oakland Post: Week of February 26 – March 4, 2025
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of February 26 – March 4, 2025
To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.
WORK FROM HOME
Home-based business with potential monthly income of $10K+ per month. A proven training system and website provided to maximize business effectiveness. Perfect job to earn side and primary income. Contact Lynne for more details: Lynne4npusa@gmail.com 800-334-0540
Recently Approved Budget Plan Favors Wealthy, Slashes Aid to Low-Income Americans
A Threat to Pre-emptive Pardons
Reaction to The Education EO
Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant’s Black Church Target Boycott Mobilizes 150,000
PRESS ROOM: The Urban One Podcast Network Announces Los Angeles Wildfires Podcast, ‘Altadena: After the Fire’
Legal Challenge to Funding Freeze Filed by Cities and Nonprofits
“What Do We Do when there is No More Free Lunch?”
Trump Formally Moves to Shutdown Education Department
Briefing Room Bedlam: Misinformation and Racial Undertones Taint White House Press Corps
Return to Jim Crow: Federal Regulations Rolled Back to Allow Segregation
Brotherhood Crusade Champions Recovery Efforts for Victims of Devastating Eaton Fire
Inside Dr. Christy Valentine’s Vision Towards a Healthier Louisiana
The Heart of Early Childhood Education: Child Care Providers and Families Working Together
Lawmaker: Statue of Liberty Belongs in France, Not Trump’s America
San Francisco Is Investing Millions to Address Food Insecurity. Is Oakland Doing the Same?
Target Takes a Hit: $12.4 Billion Wiped Out as Boycotts Grow
U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Lateefah Simon to Speak at Elihu Harris Lecture Series
Actor, Philanthropist Blair Underwood Visits Bay Area, Kicks Off Literacy Program in ‘New Oakland’ Initiative
After Years of Working Remotely, Oakland Requires All City Employees to Return to Office by April 7
Lawsuit Accuses UC Schools of Giving Preference to Black and Hispanic Students
Lee Releases Strong Statement on Integrity and Ethics in Government
Oakland Post: Week of February 5 – 11, 2025
Undocumented Workers Are Struggling to Feed Themselves. Slashed Budgets and New Immigration Policies Bring Fresh Challenges
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee Reflects on Her Career as She Bids Farewell to Congress
Oakland Post: Week of February 12 – 18, 2025
NNPA Launches National Public Education and Selective Buying Campaign
Retired Bay Area Journalist Finds Success in Paris with Black History Tours
BREAKING Groundbreaking Singer Angie Stone Dies in Car Accident at 63
Two New California Bills Are Aiming to Lower Your Prescription Drug Costs
Apple Shareholders Reject Effort to Dismantle DEI Initiatives, Approve $500 Billion U.S. Investment Plan
LIVE! — TOWN HALL ON RACISM AND ITS IMPACT — THURS. 11.14.24 5PM PST
AMG GLC43: The Perfect Blend of Power and Practicality
2024 Mercedes Benz GLC 43 AMG: Ultimate POV Test Drive
Unleashing Power: The GLC43 SUV with 416 HP
Why DeLorean Chose Stainless Steel: Innovations & Patents
DeLorean’s Untold Legacy
Why Driving the DeLorean is a Unique Experience
How Will the Outcome of This Election Affect the Auto Industry?
The Ariya Empower+
Trump vs. Biden: EV Showdown
Election’s Auto Industry Impact
The Auto Industry’s Struggle – Recovering from COVID
Unleash the AMG Power!
DeLorean: The Rise, Fall, and Second Acts of the DeLorean Motor Company
2024 AMG GLC43 SUV Review: Unleashing Mercedes-Benz’s Hybrid-Enhanced Power and Design
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoTarget Takes a Hit: $12.4 Billion Wiped Out as Boycotts Grow
-
Activism3 weeks agoUndocumented Workers Are Struggling to Feed Themselves. Slashed Budgets and New Immigration Policies Bring Fresh Challenges
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoBREAKING Groundbreaking Singer Angie Stone Dies in Car Accident at 63
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoApple Shareholders Reject Effort to Dismantle DEI Initiatives, Approve $500 Billion U.S. Investment Plan
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoNAACP Legend and Freedom Fighter Hazel Dukes Passes
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoSeniors Beware: O’Malley Says Trump-Musk Cuts Will Cripple Social Security
-
Activism3 weeks agoOakland Post: Week of February 26 – March 4, 2025
-
#NNPA BlackPress3 weeks agoNNPA Launches ‘Missing & Black 2025’ Campaign to Spotlight Disparities in Media Coverage of Missing Black Individuals
