Ne-Yo

SEEN ON THE SCENE: Not only is Mayor Daley a new fan of Grammy-nominated Ne-Yo, but more traditional fans were thrilled when the R&B singer and songwriter slipped into Lumen the other night -- to check out the nightspot's newly renovated VIP area. ...

Progress Illinois  United States To not give something back just didn't make any sense to me," said the 29-year-old R&B superstar, hours before a concert at the Chicago Theater. "My mom said that a blessing is yours, but you're supposed to pass it on. So that's what I'm doing. ...

By Thomas Conner Soul/Rhythm & Blues: Male artist: Chris Brown, J. Holiday, Usher; Female artist: Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys, Rihanna; Album: ''Growing Pains'' (Mary J. Blige), ''EMC2'' (Mariah Carey), ''As I Am'' (Alicia Keys). Latin Artist: Enrique Iglesias, Juanes, Wisin Y Yandel.

By Thomas Conner Contemporary R&B Album: ‘‘Because of You,’’ Ne-Yo. Male R&B Vocal Performance: ‘‘Future Baby Mama,’’ Prince. R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: ‘‘Disrespectful,’’ Chaka Khan, featuring Mary J. Blige. ...