It’s no uncommon occurrence for an artist to dominate digital download and streaming outlets in the wake of news of his or her death. It is uncommon, however, when a fallen performer is so popular that his or her work posthumously dominates the Billboard charts to the tune of career highs.  The latter is the case for the late DMX.

As we reported here, fans and supporters of the 50-year-old – who succumbed to complications from a heart attack reportedly caused by a drug overdose – rushed out to buy and stream his greatest hits as reports surfaced of his passing.  The uptick in streaming and digital download activity led to impress re-entries on the Hot 100 this week.

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Remember that H.E.R. and Chris Brown collaboration teased earlier this month? Well, it’s finally ready for its grand unveiling.

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It’s official! After teasing in earnest, The Weeknd has recruited Ariana Grande for the ‘Save Your Tears’ remix.

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Little Mix has recruited Saweetie for their first single release as a trio.

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In a developing story, a member of Pretty Ricky has been shot in Miami.

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Justice has finally been served in the case of George Floyd.

A jury took just 10 hours to deem former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of murdering the unarmed Black man during an arrest on May 25 2020.

In a clip seen around the world, Chauvin visibly knelled on Floyd’s neck for more than 9 minutes as onlookers watched in shock – many of whom joined Floyd in articulating that he couldn’t breathe.

With millions worldwide praising the decision, so too are a number of notable celebrities – including Beyonce, Cardi B, and Mariah Carey. 

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With lockdown lifting in many cities, Drake is joining millions across the globe in getting his fitness game in motion.

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Bad Bunny is feeding fan appetite for live music in a major way.

Because, fresh from announcing his ‘2022 El Ultimo Tour Del Mundo’ this week, the Latin sensation, has shattered sales expectations and made history in the process.

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Jhene Aiko keeps the ‘Chilombo’ party blazing with the release of the video for ‘Tryna Smoke.’

The harmony-heavy jam has long been a favorite from the Platinum-certified LP and has officially received the visual treatment after calls from fans.

Like much of Aiko’s output, the clip makes no apologies for its simplicity – which compliments the song in earnest.

Its arrival follows the videos for ‘P*ssy Fairy (OTW)’, ‘None of Your Concern (ft. Big Sean),’ and ‘A&B.’

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As lengthy eras go, few contemporary campaigns can rival the potency of Dua Lipa‘s ‘Future Nostalgia.’

A year after its release, the Pop starlet is still pounding the promotional pavement in support of the album – the music from which has been etched at the upper echelon of charts worldwide since its arrival.

Her latest stop was BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge. 

Backed by a melodic band, Lipa took vocal flight with fan-favorite ‘Hallucinate,’ latest single ‘We’re Good,’ and a cover of Arlo Parks‘ ‘Eugene.’

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Andra Day is riding high on the success of ‘The United States vs. Billie Holliday.’

The multi-talented star is shining luminously after taking home a Golden Globe and nabbing an Oscar nomination for her performance in the titular role.

And while she’s receiving accolades for her acting, the 36-year-old is being sure to keep the focus on her music too.

Taking to the stage on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Day rocked the stage with a performance of her new song ‘Phone Dies.’

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