The shortlist for the Songwriters Hall Of Fame 2020 has been announced and comes bearing good news for Mariah Carey, The Neptunes, Outkast, and more.

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After earning the first Platinum hit of his two decade long career with ‘When We’ – the lead single from his 2017 studio effort ‘Savage’ – fans of R&B singer Tank were anxious to see if the success could be duplicated for its follow-up.

Released courtesy of Atlantic Records on October 25, the new album – ‘Elevation’ – not only featured a sonic formula akin to that of its predecessor, but also upped the ante with its guest list as it featured some of Urban music’s most respected names including Chris Brown, Keith Sweat, JoJo, Luke James, and many more.  Coming as his ninth solo studio effort, ‘Elevation’ was preceded to chart battle by its singles ‘Dirty’ and ‘I Don’t Think You’re Ready’ – the former boasting a brief tenancy at the #1 spot on Billboard’s Adult R&B charts.

Yet, many feared all of that momentum was derailed when the Grammy nominee rocked headlines for controversial comments he made regarding homosexuality just days before the album’s debut (click here to read).  Was it enough to scare off his predominantly female fan base?

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Having two Platinum hits before your debut album?  We’re sure that’s Saweetie‘s type of good news.

Not even two months after her introductory/underground hit, 2017’s ‘Icy,’ was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the 26-year-old’s greeted with reports her first charting effort – ‘My Type’ – has seen its title typed beside Platinum status as well.

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After a brief return to Danity Kane, Dawn Richard is once again strutting the music streets solo.

Ever innovative, the performer has packaged two new songs into a music video, those cuts being ‘Slim Thicc’ featuring Trakgirl and the Brooke Candy assisted ‘Ay Papi.’

Sonically, both draw on Richard’s Haitian heritage.

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After blazing with ‘Hot Girl Summer,’ rising rapper Megan Thee Stallion is getting hers this wintertime too.

For, the femcee has just nabbed a major campaign with Coach. 

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Cop a gander at Ashanti and sister Shia!

Twinning in so many ways from matching outfits to hair and makeup, the sister duo will undoubtedly make fans do a double take as they take to their native New York City to shoot the feature of ‘Sheen’ magazine’s November/December issue.

Tapping Shia to act as creative and director of the session, the ladies turned heads as they rocked animal prints, furs, and feathers in the streets of the Big Apple.  And, as if the stunning finished products weren’t enough to gawk at, now the beauty mag is inviting its readers to take a behind-the-scenes look at all the action.

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Des’Ree’s hit single ‘You Gotta Be‘ has reached a new streaming milestone.

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There aren’t many who can brag about saying no to JAY-Z, but when you’re the Queen of Latin Pop you do what you want.

Gloria Estefan was among the top names expected to be a guest performer at the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show after it was announced the spectacle – curated by JAY and headlined by top Latin divas Shakira and Jennifer Lopez – would take place in Miami on February 2.

However, despite her rumored involvement, it turns out the ‘Turn the Beat Around’ hitmaker turned down JAY-Z’s request to participate.  Find out why inside:

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Irv Gotti is sharing his truth.

For years, the Murder Inc mogul was plagued with rumors about having an “affair” with former protégé Ashanti. A rumor he says Wendy Williams started.

So, in a full circle moment, the exec stopped by the media maven’s talkshow to set the record straight once and for all.

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Selena Gomez has bagged her first #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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Alicia Keys returned to the scene and hit the right note with new single ‘Show Me Love.’

The scintillating Miguel collaboration has found its footing on Urban A/C radio, where it’s been making major strides.

Now, in a bid to further ignite its hot streak, the 15-time Grammy winner invites rapper 21 Savage to join her on the jam.

The latest incarnation of the cut, sees the MC rap:

“I sleep in the trap and just thug, but I’d rather you show me some love. I’d rather you show me it’s real, I’d rather you tell me your feelings than you act like I’m trippin or high on the pill.. Go through so much in the street I just want to come home to a meal and a hug.”

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Check out Mariah Carey!

Mimi glows a-front of the December issue of Cosmopolitan magazine.

It’s set to be a busy window for the legendary songstress, whose status as the Queen of Christmas is undisputed.

The diva supreme has announced a robust list of plans to salute the 25th anniversary of her ‘Merry Christmas’ album, including a special edition re-packaging of the LP, a major Walkers Crisps campaign, and a US tour.

Carey also revealed a revamped version of the ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ video – featuring new footage.

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