NEW YORK: R&B star R. Kelly on Monday denied explosive allegations that he was holding women in virtual slavery with control over all aspects of their lives.

The 50-year-old singer—whose smooth voice has produced years of hits including "I Believe I Can Fly"—said he was "alarmed and disturbed" by the charges.

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