::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

buzzz worthy. . . Christmas 2016 was the last Christmas for British Pop singer George Michael.  Michael started out as one half of the group Wham! delivering such hits as "Wake Me Up Before You Go" and later enjoyed a highly successful solo career starting in 1987 where he sold millions as a solo act. He eventually confirmed rumors that he was gay. Michaels died peacefully in his home in England at the age of 53. His publicist release the following statment:  "It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage."    Thames police did not suspect foul play. The Recording Academy released the following statement on the star's passing: Dec. 25, 2016 We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of two-time GRAMMY ®  Aw...

buzzz worthy. . . Unshakably British, L. is singer songwriter Ellie Thompson whose music combines a heady mix of self-confidence and endearing vulnerability that few artists can effectively convey. Having grown up on the Isle of Wight with a brief spell in Spain music has always been L.'s passion, she spent her later teenage years travelling the world, honing her talents by playing open mic nights wherever she could. On her return to the UK L. made the break for London where she has spent the last five years studying vocals and songwriting. With experience gigging all over the UK, L. traveled to New York in October 2015 to spend a month  playing a range of gigs across the city, culminating in her headlining a sell out show at Greenwich Village venue The Path Cafe. She followed this success with the release of her debut single 'Her Majesty' on 3rd May 2016 before going on to play at this summer's world famous Isle of Wight Festival with her band. Her second single ...