Pharrell Williams, the hip-hop artist best known for the Oscar-nominated single 'Happy', revealed the meaning behind the name of his son Rocket Ayer, born in 2008. The name serves as a homage to Williams' favourite musicians, Roy Ayers, Elton John, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock.

Williams stated that he and his wife, designer/model Helen Lasichanh, wanted to give their son an inspirational name while also honouring their musical idols. This was achieved through the name 'Rocket', as it serves as both a symbol of souring high, and is found in the name of a song by several artists that Williams enjoys.

Continue reading: Pharrell Williams Explains The Reasons Behind His Son's Name, Rocket.

Video - Laura Mvula Brightens Up The Red Carpet At The 2013 Keep A Child Alive Black Ball - Part 1

Singer Laura Mvula was spotted in a breathtakingly gorgeous green glittery gown on the red carpet at the 10th Annual Keep A Child Alive Black Ball held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.

Continue: Video - Laura Mvula Brightens Up The Red Carpet At The 2013 Keep A Child Alive Black Ball - Part 1

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Roy Ayers

Date of birth

10th September, 1940

Occupation

Musician

Sex

Male

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Fri Dec 25 15:00:50 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
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I will be performing at "The Jazz Cafe" in London starting dec 28 thru jan 2.RT
Fri Dec 25 14:48:45 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
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I will be performing at "The Jazz Cafe" in London starting dec 28 thru jan 2.
Sat Dec 05 05:49:17 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
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RT @suewicks: @TheRealRoyAyers Hi Roy, when are you coming to England again, I haven't seen you in a while, still remind myself by playing y
Wed Nov 25 23:27:53 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
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Hope to see you there!!
Wed Nov 25 23:26:53 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

Call Gospel Uptown for reservations 212-280-2110. 2 shows @ 8pm & 10:30pm. I'll be playing all my old hits and a few new ones!
Wed Nov 25 23:25:11 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

Hey everybody, come out & see me in New York.I'll be doing 2 shows this Friday & Saturday @ Gospel Uptown, 2110 7th ave, 125th street.
Sun Nov 22 23:22:54 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

@djjazzyjeff215 hey man! I hope your playing my records up there! Bless you!
Sun Nov 22 23:19:58 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

@FlowFourlin hey man! I'll be in Paris this summer! Look for the advertisement! Keep the FLOW!
Sun Nov 22 23:16:50 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

@DrOz I just joined Twitter and I'm glad to be here with you. Thank you for keeping me HERE!!! -Roy
Sun Nov 22 22:41:03 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

I glad I here with @averysunshine just like Joe Louis !
Sun Nov 22 22:35:26 +0000 2009 Roy Ayers
@TheRealRoyAyers

Hey Twitter world!!! Finally joined ya!

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