Marion “Suge” Knight is regarded as one of the most respected and feared music moguls in the history of the business – a status that may also be dealt to his business partners in light of new reports.

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Demi Lovato may have a wall full of Gold and Platinum plaques for a brigade of Pop-leaning hits, but now the GRAMMY nominee says its time to reverse their sound back to its ‘roots.’

In a recent interview with ‘Rolling Stone’ the 29-year-old reiterated the intent to drive their next album in the direction of Emo-Rock.

“…there’s a bit of… and when I say heaviness, I don’t mean lyrically, but heaviness as in some of the sound that I haven’t done before, which is exciting. It’s a new era reminiscent of my first era,” Lovato revealed.

The chat with RS came just moments after the acoustic version of ‘FIIMY’ – Demi’s duet with Winnetka Bowling League – made its premiere on YouTube.

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50 Cent may have shocked Super Bowl LVI viewers with his surprise performance of the 2003 hit ‘In Da Club’ during the star-studded Halftime show (which also featured Mary J. Blige, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar), but many were equally stunned by the 46-year-old’s noticeable weight gain.

The 2000’s rapper-turned-media mogul, who was at one time lauded for his chiseled physique, was the source of ridicules and memes after the historic, Hip Hop-heavy showing.

But, instead of taking offense to the ongoing barrage of insults, 50 (born Curtis Jackson) let it be known he’s taking the criticism in stride.

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The millions of Americans who wouldn’t mind waking up to or with R&B heartthrob Maxwell had their wish granted this week (February 16) when the GRAMMY winner took to ‘Good Morning America’ in promotion of his latest single, ‘Off.’

Just two days after delivering a stunning rendition of the groove on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ (as we reported here), Max repeated the feat on ‘GMA’ – giving fans yet another taste of what they can expect when his Stateside tour kicks off in Dallas next month.

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It’s a good week to be Mary J. Blige.

As if being part of a historic, Hip Hop collective at this week’s Super Bowl Halftime Show wasn’t enough (February 13), her new album, ‘Good Morning Gorgeous,‘ is set to rise to the top of R&B charts next week – a feat outshined only by the critical acclaim it’s being given.

But, just as the diva reiterated her request for no more drama during her stunning Super Bowl set, drama is exactly what ensued after the showing as some viewers complained the content was too provocative.

Taking to ‘Ebro in the Morning’ Wednesday (February 16), the Queen of Hip Hop Soul weighed in on the hoopla.  Look inside to see what she said:

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DaBaby (born Jonathan Kirk) may have claimed the recent beatdown he gave his ex-girlfriend’s brother was self-defense, but now – if the assailed has his way – the rapper will be defending himself in court over the matter.

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As if being part of a historic collective to rock the 2022 Super Bowl wasn’t enough for one week, Snoop Dogg continues to score as reports ring out about his involvement in ‘American Song Contest’ – the Stateside edition of the globally-renowned singing competition, ‘Eurovision Song Contest.’

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After four years of having a hostless affair, the Academy Awards announced its 2022 edition will get not one, not two, but THREE hostesses to preside over its 94th annual ceremony.

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R&B icon Maxwell is no stranger to using his music to set the mood for lovers, and this Valentine’s Day was no exception.

The musical guest for Monday’s episode of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ (February 14), Max delivered an enchanting rendition of his latest single, ‘Off.’

A taste of many gems set to line the GRAMMY winner’s forthcoming studio album, ‘blacksummers’NIGHT,’ ‘Off’ is also expected to be among the LP’s offerings that will get the live treatment aboard his forthcoming North American tour.

Ahead of its March 2 kick off in Dallas, look inside to see a peek of what Max will be serving up when he hits the road next month.

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‘Neighbors Know My Name’ hitmaker Trey Songz sees his name attached to yet another rape accusation after a woman recently came forward with a $20 million lawsuit against him with claims the singer brutally raped her.

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Azealia Banks‘ love-hate relationship with Kanye West has been well documented over the years, so it’s no surprise she’d be among the many weighing in on the demise of his short romantic relationship with Julia Fox as he pursues reconciliation with his ex, Kim Kardashian.

For some, however, the ‘Ice Princess’ performer may have taken it a step too far when she – with no provocation – took aim at Fox and the actress-model’s 1-year-old son by referring to her as a ‘sex worker’ and him as a ‘crack baby.’

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Camila Cabello‘s ‘Bad Things,’ her 2016 Billboard Hot 100 top 5 hit duet with Machine Gun Kelly, was recently certified 5x Platinum for sales of 5 million copies in the United States alone.

Look inside to see how the shiny new plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) set a new personal milestone for the songstress.

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