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Video of Amy Winehouse Performing 'Love Is a Losing Game' Lands

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:49:36 +0000

A simple but stunning live video of Amy Winehouse performing ‘Love Is a Losing Game’ on ‘Other Voices’ back in 2006 has landed. It’s another reminder of the talent we lost too soon and too young. Winehouse, dressed in all black and a silky tank that shows off the smattering of pinup girl tattoos that [...]

Tony Bennett Sets New Records with His Amy Winehouse Duet, 'Body and Soul'

Jeff Giles — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:00:12 +0000

We often refer to senior citizens as being in their ‘golden years,’ but Tony Bennett is taking it to a whole new level. In fact, before long, he could be in his platinum years.

At the age of 87, the veteran singer is still reaching new levels of success, breaking a pair of Billboard records with the first single from his ‘Duets II’ album.

Amy Winehouse's Final Music Video 'Body and Soul' – a Duet with Tony Bennett – Released [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:27:11 +0000

The last known studio recording Amy Winehouse did before her untimely death in July was a duet with Tony Bennett called ‘Body and Soul,’ which will be on his upcoming album ‘Duets II,’ dropping September 20.

The song was recorded in March at the famed Abbey Road Studios in London, and Bennett has pledged that proceeds from the single’s sales will benefit the Amy Winehouse Foundation.

Amy Winehouse Toxicology Report Indicates No Presence of Illegal Drugs at Time of Death

Shauna Wright — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:38:27 +0000

The toxicology report from Amy Winehouse’s autopsy is in.

Chris Goodman, the Winehouse family spokesman, released a statement saying, “Toxicology results returned to the Winehouse family by authorities have confirmed that there were no illegal substances in Amy’s system at the time of her death. Results indicate that alcohol was present, but it cannot be determined as yet if it played a role in her death. The family would like to thank the police and coroner for their continuing thorough investigations and for keeping them informed throughout the process. They await the outcome of the inquest in October.”

Kanye West to Honor Amy Winehouse with Remix of 'Back To Black'

Lucy Tauss — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:51:03 +0000

Kanye West is said to be planning a tribute to Amy Winehouse by recording a remix version of her song ‘Back To Black.’ West has reportedly already created the remix of the song. A source told Britain’s Daily Mirror, “It’s pretty emotive. It’s Kanye singing from the heart — with synthesizers.” West hopes to debut the [...]

Will Lady Gaga Play Amy Winehouse In a Movie?

Lucy Tauss — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:17:02 +0000

A report out of Britain says Lady Gaga is in talks to play Amy Winehouse in a movie about the recently-deceased singer’s life. Britain’s Daily Star reports that Gaga is in “secret talks” to portray Winehouse in a biopic. An unnamed source says Gaga “has been itching to make the transition from music into movies and sees this [...]

Was Amy Winehouse Planning to Adopt a Little Girl?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:43 +0000

British pop singer Amy Winehouse, who died on July 23 at the age of 27, was reportedly planning to adopt a young girl from St. Lucia in the Carribbean.

Winehouse made several trips to the island over the past couple of years, and in 2009 met 10-year-old Dannika Augustine and her grandmother, Marjorie Lambert, who runs a beach bar Amy frequented.

Did Amy Winehouse Die From Alcohol Withdrawal?

Andy Scott — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:50:27 +0000

Just days after the tragic death of singer Amy Winehouse, the family of the 27-year-old Grammy winner now claim that she may have died from alcohol withdrawal.

According to family sources, Winehouse ignored her doctors request to cut back on drinking gradually, and that her 4’11″ figure couldn’t handle such a dramatic change.

Amy Winehouse Fans Furious Over Keri Hilson Twitter Photo

Juwon Ajayi — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:40:39 +0000

Singer Keri Hilson really infuriated people in the Twitterverse when she posted a picture of herself and an Amy Winehouse look-alike with the message: “*gasp* Amy Winehouse resurrected to party w/ me!!! (seriously, uncanny resemblance).” “So sorry to see your head is empty and your heart… oh, yeah, what heart?” “Extremely disrespectful & inappropriate.” “Hi [...]

Amy Winehouse Funeral: Family, Friends and Celebrities Gather to Mourn

Shauna Wright — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 22:28:37 +0000

British pop singer Amy Winehouse, 27, who died on Saturday from causes that have yet to be determined, was mourned today as 200 of her family members and famous friends gathered for a private funeral in London.

In a tribute to her close friend, reality star and ‘Fashion Police’ panel member Kelly Osbourne wore her blonde hair in Winehouse’s trademark beehive. Producer Mark Ronson, who worked with the singer on her blockbuster album, ‘Back to Black,’ and has called her a “musical soulmate,” was also in attendance, as were her bandmates and her most recent boyfriend, Reg Traviss.

Listen to M.I.A.'s Amy Winehouse Tribute Song, '27′ [AUDIO]

Andrea Rosen — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:05:33 +0000

A mere day after the death of singer Amy Winehouse, rapper M.I.A. released the haunting ’27,’ an unfinished demo that loosely pays tribute to the late star.

The track, which was originally supposed to be released on M.I.A.’s 2010 mixtape, ‘Vicki Leekx,’ tells the story of a person who commits suicide after a long addiction to drugs and alcohol.

Sales of Amy Winehouse's Albums Surge After Her Death

Shauna Wright — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:34:13 +0000

In the hours following Saturday’s death of British pop singer Amy Winehouse, sales of her albums surged — pushing her 2007 Grammy-winning album ‘Back to Black’ to the top of the iTunes charts in the US, UK, France, and Germany.

UK’s Official Charts company, which tracks downloads and disc sales, reports a 3700 percent increase in the sales of Winehouse’s albums. “We would expect an even bigger impact to roll through over the coming days,” said Official Charts managing director Martin Talbot.

Amy Winehouse Died In Bed With No Sign Of Drugs Nearby

Erin Phillips — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:02:51 +0000

New information is being released about Amy Winehouse this morning, and here’s the latest – EP A police source tells PEOPLE there was no paraphernalia or sign of drugs in Winehouse’s Camden home, which became the scene of makeshift memorials following news of the troubled singer’s death. Amy Winehouse may have been dead for up [...]

PopCrush Remembers Amy Winehouse

Andy Scott — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:45 +0000

Very very sad - Thinking of her friends and family... ~MY 103.5

The world was shocked Saturday when it was reported that 27-year-old singer Amy Winehouse had been found dead in her London home.

As we continue to wait for more details on Winehouse’s tragic death, our good friends at PopCrush have assembled a number of posts that take a look back at the Grammy-winning singer, whose life and career were sadly cut too short.

Singer Amy Winehouse Found Dead

Shauna Wright — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:02:15 +0000

Multiple sources are reporting singer Amy Winehouse, 27, was found dead at her home in London at about 4 pm London time.

A press release from the Metropolitan Police in London states:

“Police were called by

A Look Back at Amy Winehouse Through the Years [PHOTOS]

Stephanie Berning — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 13:15:46 +0000

Singer Amy Winehouse was no stranger to the public eye, with cameras often focused on her and her bizarre behavior. Winehouse was found dead inside her London flat on Saturday. Take a look back at photos of some of the songstress’ more memorable moments. Read Original: A Look Back at Amy Winehouse Through the Years [...]