Download or read book Soul Survivors written by Beyonce Knowles and published by HarperEntertainment. This book was released on 2002-04-16 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It must be a part of human nature to love drama. We never would have sold as many records -- and we never would have been this popular -- if our member changes did not happen. Up until that point, we were squeaky-clean nice girls who couldn't get on the cover of any magazines. --Beyoncé Knowles They're beautiful, they're talented, they're bootylicious . . . From first kisses and broken hearts to pillow fights and legal battles to losing friends and finding strength in God, Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams share it all. Their example of survival has made Destiny's Child one of the most beloved, bestselling female groups ever. Here for the first time, the three share the struggles that have made them stronger, from Beyoncé's battles with weight loss and shyness, Kelly's coming to terms with growing up without a dad, and Michelle's triumph over grade-school bullies. They've grown up under the media microscope, and have had to deal with lineup changes and media rumors. Now they set the record straight. The demands and drama, the schedules and scrutiny -- from the tour bus to the dressing rooms to backstage at awards shows, Beyoncé, Kelly, and Michelle talk about what it takes to be successful. Whether it's changing outfits in the rain, changing their hair color, or changing a name, they've done it. Don't be mistaken, they're not a prefab group of young girls -- they're smart, independent women with a lot of soul. When these ladies had only minutes of studio time to work with Wyclef Jean to remix one of their songs, they didn't stress, they just started singing faster -- and the result was a unique sound that put them on the map. Everyone has caught on to the Destiny's Child groove -- Whitney Houston, Bono, and Michael Jackson have all given them props, and the King of Pop himself serenaded them with a rendition of “Bootylicious.” Beyoncé, Kelly, and Michelle take you behind the scenes of a video rehearsal at which Aaliyah rewound their practice music, to the set of Austin Powers 3, where a starstruck Beyoncé felt anything but foxy before auditioning for the part of Foxxy Cleopatra, and backstage at the Grammys, where a last-minute costume change fiasco nearly kept Michelle from going onstage. With total honesty, these soul survivors not only dish the details of their past, but share their hopes, plans, and dreams for the future.
Download or read book Becoming Beyonc written by J. Randy Taraborrelli and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 679 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first comprehensive biography ever published about America's favorite living pop icon, Beyonce, from New York Times bestselling biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli. Beyonce Knowles is a woman who began her career at the age of eight performing in pageant shows and talent contests, honing her craft through her teenage years until, at the age of 16, she had her first number one record with Destiny's Child. That hit-making trio launched Beyonce's successful solo career, catapulting her, as of 2014, to #1 on Forbes annual list of most wealthy celebrities--the same year she made the cover of Time. Becoming Beyonce is not only the story of struggle, sacrifice, and what it takes to make it in the cut-throat record industry, it's the story of the great rewards of such success and the devastating toll it often takes on the human spirit.
Download or read book Alicia Keys Ashanti Beyonc Destiny s Child Jennifer Lopez Mya written by Stacy-Deanne and published by Amber Books Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The divas profiled in this compilation have one thing in common: they are all young, powerful African-American women who have made their mark in the recording industry. "Divas of the New Millennium" is an intimate look into the lives of these women who have become today's most influential female musicians by following the music within their hearts.
Download or read book Destiny s Child written by Ian Gittins and published by Carlton Publishing Group. This book was released on 2002-10 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fantastic illustrated biography traces the story of Destiny's Child, from the orginal quartet started by Beyonce Knowles, to the Grammy-award winning, septuple-platinum, superstar trio who bestride the modern pop world like a spandex colossus. In the last two years of a ten-year career plagued by controversy, Destiny's Child, under the watchful eye of Beyonce's manager father Mathew Knowles, have weathered dizzying ups and downs, including a lawsuit filed against them by two ex-members. But the group have come through it all, and their third album, Survivor, is another global smash. With colour photos throughout, inside info about Beyonce and fellow group members Kelly and Michelle, a guide to their albums and a look at what the future holds for them, this is the amazing story of Destiny's Child, behind the scenes and in full.
Download or read book Beyonc Before the Legend written by Kelly Kenyatta and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dna of Achievers written by Mathew Knowles and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2015-10-14 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The DNA of Achievers: 10 Traits of Highly Successful Professionals is intended to be a business-oriented, motivational, and inspirational book all rolled into one. As the title suggests, it focuses on characteristics that are common among successful people from all walks of life. Throughout his long career, Mr. Knowles has encountered individuals who have motivated, inspired, and contributed to his success. The authors goal is to recount illustrative true-life experiences of ten traits commonly shared by successful people. His personal top ten are: 1) passion; 2) vision; 3) work ethic; 4) team-building; 5) planning; 6) talk-to-do ratio; 7) learning from failure; 8) giving back; 9) risk-taking; and 10) thinking outside the box. As a self-made entrepreneurial success story who came from a small town and became the top salesperson at Xerox Medical System, sold successful businesses he created, and became one of the worlds top entertainment managers and executives in the music industry, the author embodied all of these traits. The DNA of Achievers features nearly thirty inspirational essays by luminaries in all areas of entrepreneurship, entertainment, sports, and philanthropynot to mention a singer or two!
Download or read book Destiny s Style written by Tina Knowles and published by HarperEntertainment. This book was released on 2002-10-08 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Destiny's Child, one of the world's best–selling female groups, has an image and a style that's recognised worldwide. Here, Tina Knowles, creator of the world–famous Destiny's Child style and mother of Beyonce Knowles, shares the group's shopping, sewing, and lifestyle secrets, inspiring fans young and old to add a little Destiny Style to their life. Destiny's Child has graced the covers of magazines everywhere. The group's individuality both musically and style–wise has captured the media's attention, and influenced women worldwide. Beyonce Knowles and her friends began their song and dance routines at Headliners, Tina Knowles߶ery successful salon in Houston. Since that time, Beyonce and her friends have gone on to become one of today's hottest groups – Destiny's Child – and Tina their costume designer, stylist and housemother. In this book, Tina not only shows how to dress as part of Destiny's Child, but shares shopping, cooking, decorating and entertaining tips. She demonstrates how to incorporate Destiny's Child style and traditions into home decorating and entertaining. She also shares the group's favourite recipes, from her old–fashioned gumbo recipe (which is so good that rap star JZ flies to Houston to have a bowl) to Beyonce's favourite peach cobbler.
Download or read book Beyonc written by Martin Iddon and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2020-11-17 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who runs the world? The Beyhive knows. From the Destiny's Child 2001 hit single "Survivor" to her 2019 jam "7/11," Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has confronted dominant issues around the world. Because her image is linked with debates on race, sexuality, and female empowerment, she has become a central figure in pop music and pop culture. Beyoncé: At Work, On Screen, and Online explores her work as a singer, activist, and artist by taking a deep dive into her songs, videos, and performances, as well as responses from her fans. Contributors look at Beyoncé's entire body of work to examine her status as a canonical figure in modern music and do not shy away from questioning scandals or weighing her social contributions against the evolution of feminism, critical race theory, authenticity, and more. Full of examples from throughout Beyoncé's career, this volume presents listening as a political undertaking that generates meaning and creates community. Beyoncé: At Work, On Screen, and Online contends that because of her willingness to address societal issues within her career, Beyoncé has become an important touchstone for an entire generation—all in a day's work for Queen Bey.
Download or read book Work It Girl Beyonc Knowles written by Caroline Moss and published by Work It, Girl. This book was released on 2021-08-24 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Young Beyoncé Knowles was a shy girl who dreamed of being a star. With bravery and determination, she has elevated herself from dance student to international icon. Discover how Beyoncé became a performer, CEO and international superstar in this true story of her life. Then learn 10 key lessons from her work you can apply to your own life"--Back cover.
Download or read book Freak Like Me written by Malcolm McLean and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In nineties small-town Surrey, watching Top of the Pops was Malcolm's only escape from boredom and the bullies at school ... until a phone call from a pop star changed his life forever. Before long, he was getting compliments from BeyoncaA(c), hanging out at award ceremonies with Posh Spice's mum and sneaking onto All Saints' tour bus. Freak Like Me is the true story of one teenage pop fan who, with a group of like-minded outcasts, witnesses the disposable music industry of the late nineties and early noughties first-hand. Tracking down A-lister itineraries, he gets to meet the real personalities behind the Smash Hits posters adorning his bedroom walls. This hilarious memoir is packed with scandalous gossip and poignant memories from the era of Nokia 3310s and dial-up Internet, when chart positions meant everything and, if you wanted to know what your idols were up to off-screen, you had to track them down yourself!
Download or read book Beyonc graphica written by Chris Roberts and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy-to-read biography of “the most important and compelling popular musician of the twenty-first century,” includes infographics and photos (TheNew Yorker). Beyoncé needs no introduction. Singer, artist, activist and icon, she is worshiped by her many fans around the word. This stunning graphic biography tells the story of how a young singer from Texas transformed into a global superstar, celebrating the highlights and successes of her career through stunning new graphics, photographs and illustrations. Representing so much more than the pop industry, through philanthropy, politics and campaigning, Beyoncé has broken the mould of what it means to be a superstar—and that star just continues to rise. From costume changes to record sales, her impressive vocal range to her work off-stage, this original bio-graphic book charts the success of the icon who came to dominate the charts, our screens and even our wardrobes. An absolute must for any “Beehive” members and Beyoncé fans.
Download or read book Trailblazers Beyonc written by Ebony Joy Wilkins and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring history home and meet some of the world's greatest game changers! Get inspired by the true story of one of the world's most famous singers. This biography series is for kids who loved Who Was? and are ready for the next level. Beyoncé Knowles became famous as the lead singer of the popular group Destiny's Child. But on her own, she's had even bigger hits. From movies to Grammy Awards to performing at the Super Bowl halftime show, Beyoncé is one of the world's most amazing superstars. Find out how the girl who entered local singing competitions became one of history's greatest trailblazers! Trailblazers is a biography series that celebrates the lives of amazing pioneers, past and present, from all over the world. Get inspired by more Trailblazers: Neil Armstrong, Jackie Robinson, Jane Goodall, Harriet Tubman, Albert Einstein, Beyoncé, and Simone Biles. What kind of trail will you blaze?
Download or read book Beyonc in the World written by Christina Baade and published by Wesleyan University Press. This book was released on 2021-05-18 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Bringing together interdisciplinary scholars with expertise in gender and ethnic studies; communication and cultural studies; and music, religion, history, and literature, this volume draws on a diversity of perspectives and methods to investigate the artistic meanings, cultural contexts, and significance of Beyoncé's LEMONADE"--
Download or read book Queen Bey written by Veronica Chambers and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FEATURED IN: The New York Times Book Review ("New and Noteworthy") • Essence • Newsweek • People • Bustle • PopSugar • Refinery 29 • HelloGiggles' • PureWow • Newsday • AMNewYork The Ultimate Beyoncé Collectible "Beyoncé fans will eat it up." —People "You don't need to be in the Beyhive to appreciate Queen Bey...Voices including culture critic Luvvie Ajayi and actress and producer Lena Waithe give us a fresh take on Beyoncé, who's arguably the biggest pop star of our time." —Essence Beyoncé. Her name conjures more than music, it has come to be synonymous with beauty, glamour, power, creativity, love, and romance. Her performances are legendary, her album releases events. She is not even forty but she has already rewritten the Beyoncé playbook more than half a dozen times. She is consistently provocative, political and surprising. As a solo artist, she has sold more than 100 million records. She has won 22 Grammys and is the most-nominated woman artist in the history of Grammy awards. Her 2018 performance at Coachella wowed the world. The New York Times wrote: "There's not likely to be a more meaningful, absorbing, forceful and radical performance by an American musician this year or any year soon." Artist, business woman, mother, daughter, sister, wife, black feminist, Queen Bey is endlessly fascinating. Queen Bey features a diverse range of voices, from star academics to outspoken cultural critics to Hollywood and music stars. Essays include: "What Might a Black Girl Be in This World," an introduction by Veronica Chambers "Beychella is Proof That Beyoncé is the Greatest Performer Alive. I’m Not Arguing." by Luvvie Ajayi "On the Journey Together," by Lena Waithe "What Beyoncé Means to Everyone," by Meredith Broussard with visualizations by Andrew Harvard and Juan Carlos Mora "Jay-Z's Apology to Beyoncé Isn't Just Celebrity Gossip — It's a Political Act" by Brittney Cooper "All Her Single Ladies" by Kid Fury "The Elevator" by Ylonda Gault "The Art of Being Beyoncé" by Maria Brito "Getting, Giving and Leaving" by Melissa Harris Perry and Mankaprr Conteh "Beyoncé the Brave" by Reshma Saujani "Living into the Lemonade: Redefining Black Women’s Spirituality in the Age of Beyoncé" by Candice Benbow "Beyoncé’s Radical Ways" by Carmen Perez "Finding la Reina in Queen Bey" by Isabel Gonzalez Whitaker "Beyoncé, Influencer" by Elodie Maillet Storm "The King of Pop and the Queen of Everything" by Michael Eric Dyson "Style So Sacred" by Edward Enninful "The Beauty of Beyoncé" by Fatima Robinson "Because Beyoncé." by Ebro Darden "King Bey" by Treva B. Lindsey "Meridonial: Beyoncé’s Southern Roots and References" by Robin M. Boylorn "B & V: A Love Letter" by Caroline Clarke
Download or read book The Real Destiny s Child written by Harris Rosen and published by Peace! Carving. This book was released on 2016-09-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revealing intimate capture of Destiny's Child and the girl who would be Queen! You may know Destiny's Child as one of the most successful girl groups of all time but only a few know the whole story of their formative, peak and dissolution years. Relive the story of Destiny's Child in their own words. The Real Destiny's Child provides a compelling look into the creative thought process behind The Writing's On The Wall album. In addition to the things that consumed them individually and collectively at the time. This book contains never before heard revelations in an exclusive interview with the original group. It also contains exclusive casual photos, rare videos of auditions, rehearsals and unreleased songs. Whether you are a Rowland Stone, a member of The BeyHive, an aspiring music group/soloist, an appreciator of good music or a music historian, The Real Destiny's Child will be an educating and entertaining read. The debut book from the acclaimed Behind The Music Tales series is now available in print for the first time. For twenty years Harris Rosen self-published the national lifestyle magazine Peace! He has interviewed hundreds of composers, artists, actors and athletes, including the Notorious B.I.G., Dr. Dre, Daft Punk, Eminem, Nirvana, Metallica, Chris Rock, Beastie Boys, and Aaliyah to list a select few. In these pages you'll discover: EXCLUSIVE extended interview with LaTavia Roberson, Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland and LeToya Luckett. EXCLUSIVE spring 1999 casual photo shoot with The Real Destiny's Child EXCLUSIVE prints from the Bootylicious Remix video EXCLUSIVE song-by-song breakdown of THE WRITING'S ON THE WALL by LaTavia, Beyonce, Kelly and LeToya. Rare videos of auditions, rehearsals and unreleased songs. Complete Destiny's Child album discography, including Beyonce, Kelly and LeToya, DC singles, featured appearances and music videos."
Download or read book The Making of a Child of Destiny written by Brian K. Moore and published by . This book was released on 2014-05 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of how love drove a women to her destiny to create Destiny Child. In 1997, a female group burst on the scene and catapulted into one of the most successful female groups of all time. For years the picture had been painted of how Mathew Knowles helped his golden child daughter, Beyonce; Kelly Rowland, and Destiny's Child achieve phenomenal success. However, after years of seclusion and silence, the former co-manager, who disclosed evidence to help settle the lawsuit between the Knowles and the estate of Andretta Tillman, finally speaks up and not only sets the record straight, but reveals some very telling accounts of what really went on behind the scenes and in the lives of the main people involved with the group. In his long-overdue book, Brian K. Moore, tells an unforgettable and heart-wrenching story of one woman's journey in helping a group of young girls from Houston, Texas achieve fortune and fame. He writes a compelling and detailed expose of how Tillman secured both the Elektra and Columbia/Sony record deals, as well as created and managed the group, formerly known as Girls Tyme, up to the time of her death. The Making of a Child of Destiny: The Andretta Tillman Story is one of hope, faith, and triumph, and a testament of what can be overcome and achieved when one dares to dream.
Download or read book The Beyonce Effect written by Adrienne Trier-Bieniek and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2016-07-19 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since her late-1990s debut as a member of the R&B trio Destiny's Child, Beyonce Knowles has garnered both praise and criticism. While some consider her an icon of female empowerment, others see her as detrimental to feminism and representing a negative image of women of color. Her music has a decidedly pop aesthetic, yet her power-house vocals and lyrics focused on issues like feminine independence, healthy sexuality and post-partum depression give her songs dimension and substance beyond typical pop fare. This collection of new essays presents a detailed study of the music and persona of Beyonce--arguably the world's biggest pop star. Topics include the body politics of respectability; feminism, empowerment and gender in Beyonce's lyrics; black female pleasure; and the changing face of celebrity motherhood. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.
