Maybach O wants to make sure your Valentine’s Day ends on a high note as evidenced by the unveiling of ‘Sex Playlist’ – the title of his fourth solo project.

Leaving its original title ‘Love & Other Drugs’ in the rearview, ‘Playlist’ picks up where his well received EPs ‘Care Package 1 & 2’ left off and sees the crooner continue his bid to rebirth the R&B slow jam.

Lending a visual trailer to the album and its newly launched website, take a peek at what the former B2K-frontman has in store for 2014:

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Bruno Mars‘ blazing Super Bowl showcase not only broke records, it earned the star praise aplenty from most corners.

However, the performance – which took place last Sunday during Halftime at the big game – wasn’t well received by all.

Indeed, while some sects felt his showing paled in comparison to the efforts of previous headliners, others took aim with Mars’ eligibility – claiming that with so little time at the top under his belt, he simply wasn’t deserving of the slot.

During a visit to Ellen today, the singer took a moment to address what he deemed “disgusting” critics.

And while the 28-year-old was entirely serious about his stance, he would go on to approach the matter with a brand of hilarity that must be seen to be believed.

Peep Bruno in action below…

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As Kelis continues cooking new album ‘Food’ (due April 22nd), the singer is giving fans an early taste by way of lead single ‘Rumble’.

Produced by Dave Sitek (who also executive produced the entire project), the track was premiered moments ago on Pitch Fork.

A marked departure from the EDM that has defined her discography in recent years, the track re-connects the eclectic songstress with a more organic soulful sound.

Feast on new Kelis after the jump…

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Looks like ‘Love, Marriage, and Divorce’ duo Toni Braxton & Babyface were getting nothing but love from record buyers last week as their reunion offering blasted to the top of charts.

Storming onto the tally as the week’s R&B best-seller, the projected top 5 placement of the album was accompanied by reports that it is set to be Babyface’s highest first week placement ever.

Currently sitting at #2 on iTunes charts and also giving Braxton her first top 10 showing since 2010’s ‘Pulse’, tuck in below to see how the beat goes on for both R&B vets…

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What a tangled web Azealia Banks continues to weave for herself?

Indeed, despite packing a look, sound and live skill that makes her one of the best entertainers to rock the scene in a while, the star continues to write cheques her album-less career simply cannot cash.

What’s she done this time? Well, in a recent interview with ‘Galore’ magazine, the performer was asked to list four female Rapper she feels have made the most impact on Pop culture.

Her response?

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They may share a label in Jimmy Iovine‘s ‘Interscope’, but it seems Lady GaGa has worked her way into Azealia Banks‘ ‘naughty list’, joining a long list of entertainers currently feuding with the ‘1991’ chart-hopeful.

Reaching fever pitch when GaGa revealed that Banks’ ‘bad attitude’ has prompted her to cut the star from new album ‘ARTPOP’, ‘Galore’ magazine now plays host to a brand new quote by Banks, who has likened the ‘Applause‘ singer to Ursula The Sea Witch.

Her words below…

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Cop a gander of Nicki Minaj!

The Young Money maestra sent her legion of fans into a frenzy seconds ago when she shared a new shoot on Instagram.

Beyond detailing the designers responsible for her ensembles (a list that included Roberto Cavalli and Versace), the rapper remained suspiciously silent about what the shoot was for. Although, it’s worth noting that the femcee is currently hard at work on her third studio album – the follow-up to 2012’s ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’ and its re-release ‘The Re Up’.

While its unknown what Nicki is cooking up, one thing is certain — more stunning snaps await below…

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With a new album on the horizon, the Mariah Carey promotional machine is cranking up several notches.

Following this morning’s release date reveal for ‘The Art Of Letting Go’, the diva unwrapped the official cover for the LP’s latest single ‘You’re Mine (Eternal)’ moments ago.

The artwork, which you can check out above, clearly draws on the Candy Gram Valentine’s Day concept. Let’s see if the masses love the actual track when it arrives in 48 hours (February 12th).

Your thoughts?

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Following a number of false starts, Mariah Carey has finally mastered ‘The Art Of Letting Go’.

Moments ago, the premium diva revealed the release dates for the hotly anticipated album and its latest lead single ‘You’re Mine (Eternal)’.

So, really though, what are you waiting for? Find out when you can snap up new Mimi after the jump…

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As reported, R&B belle Keyshia Cole stopped by the Bethenny show recently.

Currently hard at work on her sixth studio album, the ‘Trust And Believe’ songstress took a brief break to chat it up with the reality-star-turned-talk-show host about music and motherhood.

And while last week brought with it a brief teaser, today saw more clips from the interesting sit-down surface.

Watch below as Cole waxes honest about embracing her sexuality, motherhood, music, and much more.

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Ten years after storming the show with an Andre 3000-backed performance of ‘Crazy in Love’, reports now indicate that ‘Standing on the Sun’ star Beyonce is plotting a return to the ‘BRIT Awards‘!

Details below…

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After a myriad of delays and non-performing singles, Ashanti‘s ‘Braveheart’ album appears to still have a pulse of sorts . The LP, which serves as the singer’s fifth, is finally scheduled to make its way into stores on March 4th.
And with the video for its latest single ‘I Got It (ft. Rick Ross)’ due tomorrow, today sees the star whip up early buzz with the unwrapping of the project’s tracklisting.
Interestingly, a number of the previously released singles are notable in their absence.
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