Hip-hop pioneer Rodney Bryce, a.k.a. DJ E-Z Rock, died at age 46 on Sunday, April 27, a spokesperson confirmed to Rolling Stone; his cause of death is not yet known. Working with longtime collaborator, rapper Rob Base, DJ E-Z Rock helped create the 1988 track "It Takes Two". The classic song, which blended house and R&B with hip-hop, sampled Lyn Collins' 1972 song "Think (About It)" became one of the most influential and sampled crossover songs of all time—popping up on countless other songs plus movies, [...]...
- 4/29/2014
- Us Weekly
DJ E-Z Rock, who partnered with Rob Base to form one of the most popular rap duos of the 1980s, died over the weekend, Rob Base's rep told TMZ.E-Z Rock, real name Rodney Bryce, was 46-years-old. No other details were available."It Takes Two" was the duo's biggest hit, becoming a hip-hop classic and a requisite song at every Bar Mitzvah that took place in the late 80s and early 90s.
- 4/28/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
DJ Ez Rock, best known for collaborating with longtime friend Rob Base on “It Takes Two,” died on Saturday. He was 46.
DJ Ez Rock Dies
Ez Rock’s death was confirmed by Base, reported TMZ. His cause of death has not yet been revealed.
Born Rodney Bryce, the Harlem-native teamed up with Base in 1988 for “It Takes Two,” which went on to be a Top 40 hit and has been named by Rolling Stone as one of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs of All Time. Since it debuted in the 80s, “It Takes Two” has been sampled by a number of artists, including Snoop Dog. It’s also made its way onto a number of soundtracks – most recently 2009’s The Proposal, which starred Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds.
Ez Rock and Base also worked together on “DJ Interview” and “Joy and Pain,” which was also a chart hit.
Many in the hip-hop...
DJ Ez Rock Dies
Ez Rock’s death was confirmed by Base, reported TMZ. His cause of death has not yet been revealed.
Born Rodney Bryce, the Harlem-native teamed up with Base in 1988 for “It Takes Two,” which went on to be a Top 40 hit and has been named by Rolling Stone as one of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs of All Time. Since it debuted in the 80s, “It Takes Two” has been sampled by a number of artists, including Snoop Dog. It’s also made its way onto a number of soundtracks – most recently 2009’s The Proposal, which starred Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds.
Ez Rock and Base also worked together on “DJ Interview” and “Joy and Pain,” which was also a chart hit.
Many in the hip-hop...
- 4/28/2014
- Uinterview
"Z Rock" Season 2, described as "...more hysterically profane than anything on HBO or Showtime..." is now available on DVD from Starz and Anchor Bay Entertainment.
"...As 'Z 02', they are known as the hard-rocking Brooklyn band that toured with Kiss. But as 'The Z Brothers', they pay the rent playing kids birthday parties.
"In Season 2, 'Paulie Z', 'David Z' and 'Joey D' have left music altogether.
Even if their promiscuous manager and depraved club owner can get them back together, will the guys survive more ex-lovers, hot moms and strange gigs as well as each other on their way to rock & roll glory?..."
The series also includes cameo appearances from Daryl Hall, Dave Navarro, John Popper, Bethenny Frankel, Dee Snider, Jim Norton, Chris Jericho, Frank Stallone, Jeffrey Ross, Warren Sapp, Constantine Maroulis, Marky Ramone and Joan Rivers playing themselves.
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"...As 'Z 02', they are known as the hard-rocking Brooklyn band that toured with Kiss. But as 'The Z Brothers', they pay the rent playing kids birthday parties.
"In Season 2, 'Paulie Z', 'David Z' and 'Joey D' have left music altogether.
Even if their promiscuous manager and depraved club owner can get them back together, will the guys survive more ex-lovers, hot moms and strange gigs as well as each other on their way to rock & roll glory?..."
The series also includes cameo appearances from Daryl Hall, Dave Navarro, John Popper, Bethenny Frankel, Dee Snider, Jim Norton, Chris Jericho, Frank Stallone, Jeffrey Ross, Warren Sapp, Constantine Maroulis, Marky Ramone and Joan Rivers playing themselves.
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- 6/9/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Twitter, Getty Images
The former *NSYNCer and Jets Qb rock out to some Jon Bon Jovi. It looks like things are moving super fast between Jamie and Mark!
Jamie-Lynn Sigler’s relationship with Bf Mark Sanchez seems to be heating up! He spent Saturday night karaoking with Jamie’s Bff Lance Bass! Actor Paul Zablidowsky of IFC’s Z Rock took to his twitter May 22 to say: I’m hanging out at an after party with Mark Sanchez and Justin Keller from the Jets as well Lance Bass.” Minutes later he wrote: “Jamie-Lynn Sigler just joined us. The night keeps getting better.” Paul then posted a pic of Mark and Lance following their onstage rendition of Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer.” It looks like Jamie has introduced her new Bf to her friends!
We told you Exclusively last month that Jamie and Mark were flirting at a Tribeca Film Festival party,...
The former *NSYNCer and Jets Qb rock out to some Jon Bon Jovi. It looks like things are moving super fast between Jamie and Mark!
Jamie-Lynn Sigler’s relationship with Bf Mark Sanchez seems to be heating up! He spent Saturday night karaoking with Jamie’s Bff Lance Bass! Actor Paul Zablidowsky of IFC’s Z Rock took to his twitter May 22 to say: I’m hanging out at an after party with Mark Sanchez and Justin Keller from the Jets as well Lance Bass.” Minutes later he wrote: “Jamie-Lynn Sigler just joined us. The night keeps getting better.” Paul then posted a pic of Mark and Lance following their onstage rendition of Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer.” It looks like Jamie has introduced her new Bf to her friends!
We told you Exclusively last month that Jamie and Mark were flirting at a Tribeca Film Festival party,...
- 5/26/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Ray Cullom, will present the beloved musical The Fantasticks, directed by Amanda Dehnert, from October 7 through November 1, 2009, on the Mainstage.
Press night is Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m. Curtain times are Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Wednesdays at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 3p.m. and 8p.m., and Sundays at 2p.m. and 7p.m. Tickets are $30-$70.
"I have loved The Fantasticks since I was a little kid," said Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. "This will be so much fun for the entire family."
This hit musical with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt, the longest running Off-Broadway musical in history, tells the story of Luisa and Matt, a pair entering the bloom of their youth. Their fathers, scheming to encourage their budding love, hire...
Press night is Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m. Curtain times are Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Wednesdays at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 3p.m. and 8p.m., and Sundays at 2p.m. and 7p.m. Tickets are $30-$70.
"I have loved The Fantasticks since I was a little kid," said Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. "This will be so much fun for the entire family."
This hit musical with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt, the longest running Off-Broadway musical in history, tells the story of Luisa and Matt, a pair entering the bloom of their youth. Their fathers, scheming to encourage their budding love, hire...
- 11/1/2009
- BroadwayWorld.com
Bethenny Frankel (Real Housewives of New York City) joined hard core rockers Sebastian Bach (Skid Row) and Tony Nominee Constantine Maroulis (American Idol, "Rock Of Ages") - all who have or will appear as guest stars on IFC's hit comedy Z Rock - along with Z Rock cast members Paulie, David and Joey as judge and jury for the IFC hosted "America's Hottest Rocker Mom" contest, to celebrate season two of its uncensored, uncut, hit comedy Z Rock. Perfectly melding the series' dual "kids band by day/hard core rockers by night" storyline, the band set out to find America's rocking-est mom via a nationwide online contest.
- 6/4/2009
- BroadwayWorld.com
Bethenny Frankel (Real Housewives of New York City) will join hard core rockers Sebastian Bach (Skid Row) and Constantine Maroulis (American Idol, "Rock of Ages") - all who have or will appear as guest stars on IFC's hit comedy Z Rock - along with Z Rock cast members Paulie, David and Joey as judge and jury for the IFC hosted "America's Hottest Rocker Mom" contest, to celebrate season two of its uncensored, uncut, hit comedy Z Rock.
- 6/1/2009
- BroadwayWorld.com
Joan Rivers has en listed in the upcoming season of "Celebrity Apprentice."
Rivers, 75, unwittingly broke the news yesterday in The Canadian Jewish News, which was interviewing her about her visit to Montreal for the upcoming Just For Laughs Comedy Festival.
"I'm in a series called 'Z Rock' coming to IFC, doing a TV pilot, offered another game show and will be on 'Celebrity Apprentice,' " Rivers said - adding that she's never seen the show, a spinoff from "The Apprentice."
"They are going to send me tapes,...
Rivers, 75, unwittingly broke the news yesterday in The Canadian Jewish News, which was interviewing her about her visit to Montreal for the upcoming Just For Laughs Comedy Festival.
"I'm in a series called 'Z Rock' coming to IFC, doing a TV pilot, offered another game show and will be on 'Celebrity Apprentice,' " Rivers said - adding that she's never seen the show, a spinoff from "The Apprentice."
"They are going to send me tapes,...
- 7/11/2008
- by By MICHAEL STARR
- NYPost.com
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