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Lamont Dozier , who along with his songwriting and producing partners Brian and Eddie Holland was a pioneer and driving force of Detroit’s beloved “ Motown Sound” of the 1960s and ’70s, died Monday in Arizona. He was 81. His death was announced on Instagram today by his son Lamont Dozier Jr. No cause or additional details were given, with Lamont Jr. writing only, “Rest in Heavenly Peace, Dad!” The famous Holland-Dozier-Holland team was the force behind such iconic Motown hits as “Heatwave” by Martha and The Vandellas; numerous hits by The Supremes , including chart-toppers “Where Did Our Love Go” and “Baby Love”; and scores of songs by The Four Tops (“Baby, I Need Your Loving,” “I Can’t Help Myself [Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch]”), The Isley Brothers (“This Old Heart of Mine”) and Marvin Gaye (“Can I Get A Witness?”). While Dozier and Brian Holland tended to focus on musical arrangement and production, Eddie Holland chiefly handled lyrics. After Motown, Dozier founded and … [Read more...] about Lamont Dozier Dies: Hit-Making Motown Mastermind Was 81

Lamont Dozier, the Motown songwriter and producer who helped craft hits for artists such as the Supremes, the Four Tops, and the Isley Brothers, has died. He was 81. The news was confirmed by his son, Lamont Dozier Jr., who wrote on Instagram , “Rest in Heavenly Peace, Dad!” A cause of death has not yet been announced. Dozier was born in Detroit on June 16, 1941 and launched his career in music as a singer, performing with various local doo-wop groups like the Romeos and the Voicemasters. In 1962, he signed to the Berry Gordy’s fledgling Motown records as an artist, producer, and songwriter, and quickly found himself working with brothers Brian and Eddie Holland. The trio — which came to be known as Holland-Dozier-Holland, or just H-D-H — turned out a few deep cuts during their year together, but generation-defining success came soon enough. In 1963, Holland-Dozier-Holland scored their first Top 10 hits with Martha and the Vandellas’ “Heat Wave” and “Quicksand,” as well as … [Read more...] about Lamont Dozier, Motown Songwriter Behind Countless Classics, Dead at 81

EXCLUSIVE: IDW Entertainment has 5 series in development with Ánima Studios, Cartoon Network Studios, HBO Max, Universal Content Productions (UCP), Universal International Studios, and Warner Bros. Television. The projects are based on IDW Publishing and Top Shelf Productions (an imprint of IDW) graphic novels and comics. The TV projects are as follows: Dark Spaces: Wildfire (UCP), is a thriller series written by Scott Snyder ( Batman, American Vampire ) with art by Hayden Sherman ( The Few , Wasted Space ). It follows a group of female inmate firefighters deep into the smoldering California hills, where their desperate heist of a burning mansion will lead them to the score of a lifetime…or a deadly trap. The Delicacy (WBTV) is a graphic novel from James Albon ( A Shining Beacon ), about rare and delicious fungi that spell trouble for an ambitious restaurateur. Tulip and his brother Rowan have left the simple comforts of their remote Scottish island … [Read more...] about IDW Sets Five Series In Development Based On Graphic Novels & Comics

Over a six-year stretch at Motown Records, Eddie Holland, Lamont The only songwriters with more modern-era hits to their names Do you remember the first song you wrote where you felt Brian Holland: The first song that the three of Lamont Dozier: For me, it was when “Where Did Brian: I remember that. Lamont: By this time we’d had “Baby Love” and Eddie Holland: I can remember when they had the Motown Records Where did some of your bigger songs begin? Lamont: “Stop in the Name of Love” resulted What were your biggest fights about? Eddie: I would slave really hard on the lyrics, Brian: I remember one in particular was “Can’t Do you remember those lyrics? Eddie: No. Brian: [ Singing ] Sometimes getting a Lamont: [ Singing ] Getting a little Eddie: Man, I love that part. How did you Lamont: When the Four Tops did that, they did What inspired that song? Lamont: “Sugar pie honey bunch” … [Read more...] about Motown Hitmakers Honored

Power of the Dog director Jane Campion garnered the full spectrum of internet love and hate over the weekend, first with her necessary quip about Sam Elliott, and then with an unnecessary quip about Venus and Serena Williams . On Saturday, March 12, Campion was on the red carpet for the Directors Guild of America Awards, when she was asked about some disparaging comments Elliott made about her film on Marc Maron’s WTF podcast. Elliott — who’s acted in his fair share of Westerns — criticized the film for its “allusions to homosexuality,” complained about the costumes, and wondered, “Where’s the Western in this Western?” In response, Campion said Elliott was “being a little bit of a B-I-T-C-H,” spelling out the word for added effect. “He’s not a cowboy, he’s an actor,” she added. “The West is a mythic space and there’s a lot of room on the range. I think it’s a little bit sexist.” Alas, the good energy Campion garnered Saturday went out the window Sunday as she … [Read more...] about Jane Campion Apologizes to Venus and Serena Williams: ‘I Made a Thoughtless Comment’

TMZ Composite Issa Rae is showing her support, after a pregnant woman and 5 others died in a tragic car crash near her hometown ... donating money to help the woman's family in the wake of the devastating loss. The family of 23-year-old Asherey Ryan set up a GoFundMe to raise $100K to help cover funeral expenses for the young mother. Not only was Asherey killed in the crash last week in Windsor Hills -- her 11-month-old son, Alonzo , and her unborn child also died -- the money raised will go toward their funeral expenses as well. The family has received lots of support ... exceeding their goal by $50K. Issa Rae, who was raised in Inglewood, about 10 minutes from the crash site, is among those who have donated, chipping in $2,500. Asherey was among 6 people who died in Thursday's fiery crash. Cops say 37-year-old Nicole Lorraine Linton was allegedly driving up to 100 mph, when she sped through a red light, slamming into several … [Read more...] about Actress Issa Rae Donates To Family Of Pregnant Woman Killed In Car Crash

EXCLUSIVE : Andrew Dice Clay ( Pam & Tommy ) and Jordan Johnson-Hinds ( The Endgame ) will star in the Quiver-acquired basketball drama Warrior Strong from director Shane Belcourt ( Red Rover ), which has entered production in Northern Ontario, Canada. The film written by Dan Gordon ( Wyatt Earp ) centers on basketball protege and egocentric Bilal Irving (Johnson-Hinds), who is asked to be the assistant coach of his former high school team, the Dumont Warriors, alongside Coach Avery Schmidt (Clay). Bilal subsequently learns that true coaching involves far more than simply teaching the game. The question is, will this rag-tag team of misfits have what it takes to put aside their differences and become Warrior Strong? Nicholas Tabarrok and Leah Jaunzems are producing for Darius Films, with Quiver’s Berry Meyerowitz, Jeff Sackman and Larry Greenberg serving as exec producers. Quiver holds worldwide rights to the film and will be introducing it for sale … [Read more...] about Andrew Dice Clay & Jordan Johnson-Hinds Set For Sports Drama ‘Warrior Strong’; Quiver Launching Sales In Toronto

20th Century Studios said Tuesday that its Predator spinoff Prey has notched the No. 1 premiere on Hulu to date across all of the streamer’s films and television series. The film also registered as the most-watched premiere on Star+ in Latin America and Disney+ under the Star Banner in all other territories, based on hours watched in the first three days of its release. Specific stats as to its viewership have not been disclosed. Released on Hulu, Star+ and Disney+ on August 5, Prey is set in the Comanche Nation 300 years ago and tells the story of the fierce and highly skilled warrior, Naru ( Legion ‘s Amber Midthunder). The young woman has been raised in the shadow of some of the most legendary hunters who roam the Great Plains, so when danger threatens her camp, she sets out to protect her people. The prey she stalks, and ultimately confronts, turns out to be a highly evolved alien predator with a technically advanced arsenal, resulting in a vicious and terrifying … [Read more...] about ‘Prey’ Lands No. 1 Premiere On Hulu To Date Across Film & TV

Getty Actress Denise Dowse , famous for her roles on "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Insecure" is currently fighting for her life in a coma, TMZ has learned. Denise's sister, Tracey , revealed the news late last week, saying, "I am requesting support and prayers be offered me and my sister, and my only immediate family Denise Dowse." Tracey continues, "She is currently in the hospital in a coma brought on by a virulent form of meningitis. Her doctors do not know when she will come out of the coma as it was not medically induced." It's unclear where Denise is currently hospitalized, but Tracey says her sister should have many years ahead of her, and all thoughts, prayers and support are greatly appreciated. Everett Collection Denise played Dr. Rhonda Pyne on "Insecure" from 2017-2020 and has had roles in "Coach Carter" "Grey's Anatomy," "Good Trouble" "The Guardian" and "Rocket Power" throughout the years. Many fans will recognize her … [Read more...] about ‘Insecure’ Actress Denise Dowse In Coma After Case of Meningitis