VERZUZ is back for its third season and is coming out of the gate swinging.

For, the battle platform has lined up a musical spar between crooners Anthony Hamilton and Musiq Soulchild. 

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The countdown is on for Nicki Minaj‘s hotly-anticipated return to the music scene.

As reported, the Rap queen is set to premiere her brand new single ‘Do We Have A Problem?’ featuring Lil Baby this Friday (February 4).

And, in exciting news for her ever-loyal Barbs,  the track will be arriving alongside its music video.

Moments ago, Onika shared a first look trailer and the visual will clearly be a cinematic affair.

The femcee is joined by Lil Baby, as well as actors Joseph Sikora (‘Power’) and Cory Hardrict (‘All American: Homecoming’).

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Janet Jackson‘s truth-bearing documentary has been earning rave reviews for its colossally candid deep-dive into all corners of the icon’s life.

One of the central focuses of the four-part film was Joe Jackson, the patriarch of the singer’s legendary family.

Viewers watched as Janet acknowledged her father’s steeliness, but placed it in the context of his unwavering desire to see his children succeed. A dream that came to fruition with The Jackson 5, Janet, and, of course, Michael Jackson.

The positive presentation caught the eye of another famous father, Mathew Knowles – dad to Beyonce and Solange. 

A maestro in his own right, having shepherded the careers of his daughters as well as the group Destiny’s Child, Knowles showered ample praise on Janet and the documentary more broadly for doing a solid service to Joe.

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‘Dilemma’ maestro Nelly has found himself in just that after taking to social media to criticize Queen of Pop Madonna for baring her buttocks on social media recently.

As has been reported, the 63-year-old dropped jaws last week (January 27) when she shared several provocative photos of herself donning lacy underwear and pantyhose that exposed her enhanced bottom.

Generating mixed reviews in response, among the detractors was GRAMMY-winning rapper Nelly (born Cornell Haynes Jr.).  Unlike his fellow naysayers, however, his commentary courted backlash and rode atop headlines around the globe.

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Congratulations are in order for Da Brat and longtime partner Jesseca Dupart.

For, the couple has announced that they are expecting their first child together.

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In breaking news, it’s been confirmed that Rihanna is pregnant with her first child.

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When Beyonce belted out her hit ‘Upgrade U,’ it’s clear that the lyrics illuminated fact.

For, together with mogul husband JAY-Z, Queen Bey is proving that there is ample power in her commercial clout.

Case in point The Carters partnership with Tiffany & Co.

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Dua Lipa is starting 2022 off strong.

For, she has just added another plaque to her already growing collection.

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Kelly Clarkson has one again brought the heat with another cover of a famous song.

During her most recent “Kellyoke” segment on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,’ she covered Cyndi Lauper‘s mega-hit ‘I Drove  All Night.’

The fast-paced production builds to a euphoric crescendo, where Clarkson lets her powerful vocals soar over the chorus with ease.

‘I Drove All Night’ was written by songwriters Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly for Roy Orbison. However, Lauper’s version was released before his. The song has since been covered by many notable acts, one of the most famous acts being Celine Dion. The song appeared on her 2003 album ‘One Heart’ and was a top 50 hit.

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Shawn Mendes is heating things up.

For, the ‘Stitches’ singer has shared a series of steamy pictures all across his social media accounts.

In the pictures, Mendes can be seen playing basketball and putting his upper body on full-display. He simply captioned the series of pictures with: “11-3.”

The new pictures come shortly after Mendes announced that he had to reschedule his European tour due to Covid. Aptly titled the ‘Wonder World Tour,’ the trek will now begin in June. He did go on to note that the North American leg will still continue as planned.

The tour is in support of his last album, ‘Wonder,’ which housed the singles: ‘Monster’ with Justin Bieber,’ the title-track, and more.

In the meantime, check out his latest set of pictures below…

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Doja Cat pounces with another video poured out in support of her latest album ‘Planet Her.’

And this time it’s for ‘Get Into It (Yuh).’

The whimsical, intergalactic visual finds the multi-talented star in trademark quirky form as she fends off monstrous foes.

Directed by Mike Diva, the video follows the fiery clip for fan-favorite ‘Woman’ and lands ahead of Doja’s hotly anticipated performance at the 2022 BRIT Awards live in London on February 8.

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Halle Bailey looks set to heat up the scene with new music – and this time it’s solo.

Following in the footsteps of her sister of Chloe Bailey, the songbird is gearing up to hatch fresh material as the banner act.

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