1953 | Mar 23, 1953 - Chaka Khan was born Yvette Marie Stevens on March 23, 1953. She is a Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter who began her career with Rufus singing "Tell Me Something Good", "You Got The Love", "Once You Get Started", 'Sweet Thing ...Chaka Khan was born Yvette Marie Stevens on March 23, 1953. She is a Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter who began her career with Rufus singing "Tell Me Something Good", "You Got The Love", "Once You Get Started", 'Sweet Thing", "Everlasting Love" and "Stay", before going solo. In 200 she released " Funk This" which hit #15 on the album chart and #5 on the US R&B; Album chart. Hope you like this special remix. Show more Show lesswww.youtube.com/watch?v=3y7SX5rgDHY
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1971 | 1971 - After Vasquez arrived in Manhattan in 1971, he adopted a new name—simply because he liked the sound of it. He drifted from job to job, uncertain of where his dreams would lead him. In the meantime, he took college courses in art, fashion, design, and hairdressing ...After Vasquez arrived in Manhattan in 1971, he adopted a new name—simply because he liked the sound of it. He drifted from job to job, uncertain of where his dreams would lead him. In the meantime, he took college courses in art, fashion, design, and hairdressing. Almost ten years after his arrival in New York City, Vasquez walked into a music store in the 42nd Street subway station to look for a Chaka Khan album. He suddenly experienced what Cohen described as "a moment of ... Show more Show lesswww.enotes.com/contemporary-musicians/vasquez-junior-biography
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1978 | 1978 - In 1978, Khan went solo with the hit "I'm Every Woman." Tickets to see Chaka Khan live are going to go fast so hurry and get yours. Chaka Khan Tickets - Don' t Miss it! Are you ready for a great concert event that will have you singing along to every song?In 1978, Khan went solo with the hit "I'm Every Woman." Tickets to see Chaka Khan live are going to go fast so hurry and get yours. Chaka Khan Tickets - Don' t Miss it! Are you ready for a great concert event that will have you singing along to every song? If so, then look no further as these concert tickets to Chaka Khan are sure to whet your appetite for some serious hip hop and jazz as this lady of the times really knows how to include some of today's hits along with her ... Show more Show lesswww.stubhub.com/chaka-khan-tickets/
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1981 | Jun 7, 1981 - Recorded live at the Roxy Theater on June 7,1981, three decades after her debut and Chaka Khan is still without comparison. Ofter imitated,Chaka Khan will always be the original.www.amazon.com/Chaka-Khan-Signature-Diva-Live/dp/B002MZZT20
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1984 | 1984 - In 1984, Chaka, with the assistance of produer Arif Mardin, released I Feel for You, her Platinum-selling album. This album was launched by its electric title track, written by Prince. "I Feel for You" introduced the world of music to the fusion of hip-hop ...In 1984, Chaka, with the assistance of produer Arif Mardin, released I Feel for You, her Platinum-selling album. This album was launched by its electric title track, written by Prince. "I Feel for You" introduced the world of music to the fusion of hip-hop and R&B;, with the famous "Chaka Khan, Chaka Khan" rap intro, provided by rapper Melle Mel, as lead-in to Chaka's famous vocals. Show more Show lesswww.ladyslipper.org/rel/v2_viewupc.php?storenr=53&upc=06076875242
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1989 | Sep 1, 1989 - The first record ever played on Atlantic 252's test transmission was "Ain't Nobody" by Rufus and Chaka Khan ('89 Remix); the station's official "first record ever played" was "Sowing The Seeds of Love" by Tears for Fears shortly after 08:00 local time on ...The first record ever played on Atlantic 252's test transmission was "Ain't Nobody" by Rufus and Chaka Khan ('89 Remix); the station's official "first record ever played" was "Sowing The Seeds of Love" by Tears for Fears shortly after 08:00 local time on 1 September 1989. The second record played was "Monkey " by George Michael[1]. Show more Show lessen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlantic_252?oldid=0
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1995 | 1995 - According to "Chaka's World" website, Khan recorded a follow up album Dare You To Love Me, with David Gamson and others, which was to be released in 1995. Warner Brothers postponed and eventually shelved the project (although several of the tracks appeared ...According to "Chaka's World" website, Khan recorded a follow up album Dare You To Love Me, with David Gamson and others, which was to be released in 1995. Warner Brothers postponed and eventually shelved the project (although several of the tracks appeared on career retrospective titled Epiphany: The Best of Chaka Khan, Vol. 1 and soundtracks such as To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar and Waiting to Exhale (singing the standard "My Funny Valentine"). Show more Show lesswww.acephotos.org/t46614/chaka-khan-photos.html
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1997 | Aug 16, 1997 - Steve took part in the Songs And Visions concert on August 16, 1997, at Wembley Stadium in London. Other performers included Seal, Rod Stewart, Jon Bon Jovi, kd lang, Toni Braxton, Robert Palmer, Chaka Khan, and a 50-piece orchestra. Steve was in the ...Steve took part in the Songs And Visions concert on August 16, 1997, at Wembley Stadium in London. Other performers included Seal, Rod Stewart, Jon Bon Jovi, kd lang, Toni Braxton, Robert Palmer, Chaka Khan, and a 50-piece orchestra. Steve was in the opening song "Papa Was A Rolling Stone". The idea was then to play a song from each of the last 40 years, with the stars rotating. Steve did a duet with Seal on U2's "Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For ... Show more Show lesswww.winwoodfans.com/comp-solo.htm
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1999 | Mar 14, 1999 - The Canadian alternative rock group Len sampled "More, More, More" in their bouncy late 90s hit song "Steal My Sunshine." Diamond died at the tragically young age of 49 from upper gastrointestinal bleeding on March 14, 1999.Moreover, "Hot Butterfly" was later covered by both David Lasley and Chaka Khan. Gregg was also a member of the backing band the Creatures. The Canadian alternative rock group Len sampled "More, More, More" in their bouncy late 90s hit song "Steal My Sunshine." Diamond died at the tragically young age of 49 from upper gastrointestinal bleeding on March 14, 1999. Show more Show lesswww.imdb.com/search/text?field=bio&q=Luther&realm=name&start=51
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2006 | Jun 27, 2006 - On June 27, 2006, Prince appeared at the BET awards. He was awarded Best Male R&B; artist. In his acceptance speech he told the crowd that he was surprised but honored to receive the award. He also thanked Jehovah, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder , India.Arie ...On June 27, 2006, Prince appeared at the BET awards. He was awarded Best Male R&B; artist. In his acceptance speech he told the crowd that he was surprised but honored to receive the award. He also thanked Jehovah, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder , India.Arie, and Yolanda Adams. Later in the evening Prince participated in a tribute to Chaka Khan with the other artists he had named in his speech. The tribute was part of Chaka Khan's lifetime acheievement award given to her ... Show more Show lesswww.uproxx.com/page/Prince
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