Doja Cat started the week with news she made Billboard history thanks to ‘Scarlet‘ hits ‘Agora Hills’ and ‘Paint the Town Red,’ but – if the reaction to her two newest songs are any indication – she may be well on her way to repeating the record-setting feat.

Tapped for ‘The Book of Clarence’ soundtrack, Cat contributed the Jeymes Samuel, Kodak Black and Adekunle Gold-assisted ‘JEEZU‘ to the star-studded album that also features names like JAY-Z, D’Angelo, and Lil Wayne on its roster. The musical project hit digital shelves on Friday (January 12) – the same day as its parent film.

Elsewhere, Doja joined forces with fellow GRAMMY-winning rapper 21 Savage as the guest on his song ‘n.h.i.e.’  

Found aboard his latest effort, ‘American Dream,’ the opus (like ‘Clarence’) is also attached to a movie – a biographical venture of the same name that chronicles Savage’s rise to fame.

Hear both tunes inside.

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At long last, the #AG7 era is finally upon us.

Just days after sending her beloved fan base (affectionately called #Arianators) into a frenzy with news she’s ready to unlock new music, Ariana Grande has lifted the lid on the tune ‘Yes, And?’

Tapping producer extraordinaire Max Martin to helm production, ‘Yes’ comes as the first single from the GRAMMY winner’s new album reportedly titled ‘Eternal Sunshine‘ – the long-awaited follow-up to 2020’s chart-topping ‘Positions.’

Ahead of the arrival of its accompanying music video at 7a PST on Friday morning (January 12), get acquainted with ‘Yes, And?’ inside.

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After using his last controversial era, ‘Montero,’ to go to Hell to twerk on and unalive the Devil, Lil Nas X is now using his musical superpowers to go to Heaven in the cinematic music video for ‘J Christ‘ – the first single from his yet-titled sophomore album.

With its polarizing depictions of crucifixion and communion, LNX (born Montero Hill) once again ruffled the feathers of Christian conservatives – many of whom blasted the GRAMMY winner on social media and even signed petitions to have ‘J Christ’ blocked from radio and digital airwaves.

Much to their chagrin, their efforts have proven futile as Friday (January 12) brought with it the arrival of the Hill-directed visual in full.

Featuring a cameo from Web personality-actress TS Madison, hop inside to see the action.

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‘How We Roll’ hitmaker Ciara has shown up-and-coming rapstress Stunna Girl how she rolls when it comes to using her music without clearance.

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Taraji P. Henson got all sorts of emotional today during an appearance on ‘The Talk.’

Currently on the press run for ‘The Color Purple,’ the Golden Globe Award winner has been making headlines for her candid articulation of the pay disparity and broader hurdles she continues to face as a Black actress.

In return, the 53-year-old has received an outpouring of support.

The latter of which is why had her teary-eyed on the CBS show.

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Michael Jackson‘s big-screen biopic has set a release date.

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LeToya Luckett has kicked off 2024 with appreciation and purpose.

The multihyphenate star appears in the new movie ‘One Night Stay’ and is basking in the love that defined a very special reunion with Destiny’s Child.

As reported, all five members of the legendary group assembled backstage at the Houston stop of Beyonce‘s ‘Renaissance World Tour.’

It marked the first time Luckett, Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, and LaTavia Roberson – all of whom have featured in different lineups of DC – have come together.

Speaking exclusively with That Grape Juice, the ‘Torn’ singer expressed gratitude for the “remarkable” moment.

Chatting with TGJ’s Chet Kincaid, she also spilled on ‘One Night Stay’ alongside her co-star  Stephen Bishop.

Watch the interview above and click here to watch ‘One Night Stay’ on BET+.

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The countdown is on to the release of Ariana Grande‘s new single ‘Yes, And?’

Set to be unwrapped on January 12, it means there’s just a mere matter of hours to go before the songbird officially takes flight on the campaign for her seventh studio album – which fans have affectionately codenamed ‘AG7.’

Moments ago, Grande revealed that the hotly anticipated track will be arriving alongside its accompanying video.

To whet appetites, the superstar has unveiled a sneak peek of the visual.

Check it out after the jump…

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Kelly Rowland‘s husband Tim Weatherspoon had a 50th Birthday celebration like no other.

A lush and lavish event, the night brought out a number stars – including Destiny’s Child. 

The legendary group – comprised of Rowland, Beyonce, and Michelle Williams – reformed to perform a special rendition of Happy Birthday to Weatherpoon.

Rowland – who has earned GRAMMYs with her bandmates and as a soloist – has been married to the exec since 2014.

They have two children together – 9-year-old Titan and 2-year-old Noah.

Check out more from the memorable evening below…

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Don’t think the absence of her serially delayed debut album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ means Saweetie is resting on her laurels.

The project – orginally due in summer 2021 – is undergoing an extensive revamp conceptually and sonically.

“I honestly have an ample amount of songs. It’s all about figuring out what kind of story I want to tell,” she said recently. “I don’t know if I want a linear story…I don’t want it to be an album just full of hits. Yes, I want it to have hits but I want the songs to correlate with one another.”

Until she’s ready to lift the lid on official news surrounding the LP, however, she’s building an entertainment portfolio across multiple genres that will keep her in the public eye until the set is done baking.

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Amy Winehouse‘s layered life is coming to the big screen by way of the incoming biopic ‘Back to Black.’

The iconic singer’s rise, well-documented knock-backs. and legacy at large will be explored in what promises to be a raw and unvarnished theatrical portrait of a story and star like no other.

Marisa Abela leads as Winehouse in Sam Taylor-Johnson-directed movie, which arrives in UK cinemas on April 12 and in the US on May 10.

The film will feature many of the songbird’s signature songs – which were recorded and performed by Abela with the full support of Universal Music Group and SONY Music Publishing.

Check out the trailer after the jump…
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With over 100 million records sold worldwide, countless R&B hits, and Gold and Platinum plaques galore, Queen of Hip-Hop Soul Mary J. Blige is the epitome of “icon.”

For that reason and more, the 6th annual Urban One Honors will bestow the multi-hyphenate diva its prestigious Entertainment Icon Award.

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