Keith Sweat is seemingly backtracking on those previously announced retirement plans.

In fact, the 65-year-old R&B royal – amid an already grueling touring schedule – is poised to put in even more work with not one, but two albums reportedly in the making.

Beyond putting the finishing touches on a “Southern Soul”-inspired LP with help from the likes of Calvin Richardson, Anthony Hamilton, and more, Sweat is also polishing an Afrobeats-leaning effort.

The latter project saw one of its housed tracks, the Pleasure P-assisted ‘Make a New Body,’ given a sexy-yet-spooky music video just in time for Halloween.

Released at midnight on October 31, hop inside to see the Jonathan D. Williams-directed clip which also features a cameo from Ray J.

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From soap operas to TV specials, talk shows, culinary series, news, and more, the Daytime EMMYs is back to toast the year’s best and brightest television has had to offer daytime viewers over the last year.

Held at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on Friday night (October 30), the 53rd iteration of the annual awards extravaganza was already poised to be a historic one given the whopping 15 nominations afforded to new soap sensation ‘Beyond the Gates‘ – the first Black-led show of its ilk in over 30 years.

Now that the ceremony’s stream on YouTube has lowered its curtain, hop inside to see if it lived up to the hype and check out the full list of big names who took home the show’s coveted trophies!

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After thrilling Hip Hop fans with 2025’s ‘Survivor’s Guilt,’ hitmaking rappers Meek Mill and G Herbo reunite to repeat the feat with new song ‘Wanna Be Free.’

“Free from all b-tches, keepin’ n–gas out my bidness / I done seen Slime trial, the killers turned to witness / Free from clutchin’ Glocks and free from bein’ around the hitter / But if I be too free, these n–gas gon’ really try to kill us,” raps Mill overAurora Beats production.

The follow-up to Meek’s ‘Nightmares to Dreams’ single, ‘Free’ is believed to be the latest taste of new music expected to line his highly anticipated first studio album since 2021’s ‘Expensive Pain.’

Hear it in full inside courtesy of its ETS Films-directed video.

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Sam Smith‘s latest album, the ill-fated ‘Hazel Eyes,’ may not have seen its commercial acclaim rival that of its predecessors (i.e. ‘In the Lonely Hour’ and ‘The Thrill of It All‘ LPs), but the August-released effort certainly boasts no shortage of critical acclaim.

Much of that fanfare is due to its housed singles including the warmly received ‘Love Is a Stillness,’ ‘Oh Mother,’ and ‘My Guy.’

The latter, already a fan-favorite from ‘Eyes,’ has been reimagined with R&B/Gospel singer Jacob Lusk after fans were wowed by the two’s live duet version from the historic London Coliseum.

“You can dream it all that you want, but you can’t have my boy / A breath of fresh air, a rose on the vine / Oh, I could just stare at him all the time, time, time / He’s my guy,” sings Smith over a David Odlum-produced chorus.

Released courtesy of Capitol Records on Friday (October 30), hop inside to get familiar with the revamped version of ‘Guy.’

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Keke Palmer is bringing a little Jackson family magic to Halloween 2026, teaming up with her mini-me son Leo for a nostalgic tribute to two of music’s biggest icons.

The actress and television personality unveiled their costumes on Thursday (October 29), recreating Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson‘s unforgettable looks from their 1995 ‘Scream‘ music video.

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Lady Gaga is adding another title to her impressive resume.

The Grammy-winning superstar’s appointment as CEO of Haus Labs takes effect immediately, following the departure of co-founder and former CEO Ben Jones earlier this month.

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A member of legendary Rap group Run-DMC has been involved in a frightening car crash in Los Angeles.

The Hip-Hop pioneer was travelling in an SUV that collided with a garbage truck on a busy freeway, leaving the vehicle badly damaged.

Now, fresh details have emerged about the collision and the rapper’s condition.

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Terrence Howard has his sights set on a role that could eclipse any he’s played on screen: President of the United States.

The ‘Empire’ actor has revealed that he’s entertaining the idea of running for the White House.

And he’s already floating a bold proposal that would see descendants of enslaved people receive a staggering 400 years of federal tax exemptions.

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Rick Ross is no longer facing a felony battery-by-strangulation charge in his Miami domestic violence case.

Prosecutors are proceeding with one misdemeanor battery count, according to updated local reporting following Friday’s hearing. The case remains open.

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SZA, Dua Lipa, and Tame Impala could be heading to Coachella in 2027.

A new report places the trio close to joining the festival, although an official lineup has yet to be unveiled.

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Latto says a feature from her has often come without an invoice.

The Rap star opened up about her approach to guest verses during an October 29 appearance on ‘Hot Ones’ with Sean Evans. Now, motherhood has her reconsidering the business side.

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There’s a new name to add to your R&B playlist, and she’s bringing plenty of soul with her.

Meet India Blue, the London singer-songwriter stepping into the spotlight in the latest instalment of That Grape Juice’s Freshly Squeezed.

Having already showcased her talents on collaborations with the likes of FloFilz, Josef Akin, and Jianbo, the rising star is inviting listeners to discover more of her own musical world.

And new single ‘Hold Me Close’, featuring rapper Hilts, makes for quite the introduction.

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