Ledisi may have ended her 12-time GRAMMY losing streak in March when she took home her first golden gramophone for work found aboard her latest studio album, 2020’s ‘Wild Card,’ but the legendary diva’s barely had time to soak in the win.

Just a month later, she released her first live album – the critically acclaimed ‘Live at the Troubadour’ – amid reports she was already hard-at-work bringing the life story of Queen of Gospel Mahalia Jackson to screens via a recently announced biopic.

As fans readied themselves for that, it was revealed Leddy was also cooking up a tribute to another music icon: Nina Simone.

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After sharing track time over the years on previous tunes ‘Lower Body’ and ‘Blow My Mind,’ hitmakers Davido and Chris Brown reunite for the equally bopping new single, ‘Shopping Spree.’

Found on the former’s 2020 album, ‘A Better Time,’ ‘Spree’ also sees the cross-cultural duo get by with a little help from friend Young Thug (who Davido also previously collaborated with on the tune ‘Pere’).

The Masterdon-produced cut sees the trio brag about how they plan to splurge on the special ladies in their lives.

“Keep bendin’ up with the vibe, yeah / F*ck me like a slut and be the wife / Articulatin’, said she tryna ride / I told her ‘make a wish,’ she gon’ be mine, yeah / Bring me your love, you better not die,” raps Thug.

Look inside to see the Des Gray-directed, high school-inspired clip.

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If ever there was doubt about the demand for Cardi B‘s new album – the follow-up to her history-making debut LP, ‘Invasion of Privacy’ – the ongoing success of the forthcoming set’s first two singles should silence it.

As if making a splash with the wave of wins afforded to ‘WAP’ wasn’t enough, Cardi followed the Megan Thee Stallion-assisted single with a solo #1 hit, ‘Up’ (making her the first female rapper to accrue five Hot 100 #1 hits over her career).

Now, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) is showering the hits with even more good news.

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Normani is hot on the promotional trail for her blazing new single ‘Wild Side’ featuring Cardi B.

With the scorching track burning up the charts, the singer stopped by Audacy to dish on the record and a whole lot more.

Chopping it up with host Bru, the 25-year-old amplified excitement around her return by revealing that the rest of this year is set to bring with it singles, live performances (including award shows), and the release of her debut studio album. She also teased a 2022 tour.

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After almost a year delay, Kanye West is finally ready to share ‘Donda’ with the world.

And lucky fans in Atlanta will be the first to hear the hotly anticipated album.

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Congratulations are in order for Halsey!

For, the singer has announced the birth of her first child.

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Lil Nas X has new music on the way and utilized a super creative means to trumpet its arrival.

The chart-topping star is gearing up for the release of single ‘Industry Baby’ this Friday (July 23) and lifted the lid on the news by way of a mock trial.

Leaning into the controversy surrounding the Nike Satan sneakers that landed in tandem with his #1 hit ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name),’ the performer put himself on trial for his wrongs.

Taking on the role of the accused, the defense, the prosecution, and the presiding judge, the 22-year-old seized the medium to plug his incoming cut – which is co-produced by Kanye West and features rapper Jack Harlow. 

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Tyler, The Creator and Kanye West have joined forces.

A new, muted clip of both artists was shared by Consequence and it appears to tease the release of West’s ‘Donda’ album, which could feature Tyler.

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In sad news, Keyshia Cole‘s mother Frankie Lons has reportedly died.

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Christina Aguilera is getting candid.

In a new interview with the Los Angeles Times, the ‘Dirrty’ singer dished on her two new albums and gave some new insights into the creation of them.

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Cop a gander of Megan Thee Stallion!

The Rap sensation captivates on the cover of Sports Illustrated‘s famed Swimsuit Issue.

Sharing the honor with tennis ace Naomi Osaka and Leyna Bloom, the Hot Girl Coach scorches in the James Macari-lensed spread.

Beyond her lyrical acumen, Meg has been one of the most notable names in music, amplifying up the conversation surrounding body positivity.

And it goes without saying that she more than serves as a illustration of exactly that.

Remarking on her long-held desire to feature on the cover, Meg reminisced thinking: “One day, this is going to be me.”

Now that day has come!

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Lady Gaga will once again be lighting up the stage with the legendary Tony Bennett.

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