With a slay as global as Rihanna‘s, being an international media magnet is a given. It’s fitting, then, that the musician/mogul appears a-front of the newest issue of Harper’s Bazaar China.

The feature comes at a busy time for the Bajan sensation, who recently launched her luxury fashion line Fenty in partnership with LVMH. All the while juggling her massively successful Fenty Beauty cosmetics range, and the recording of a long-awaited new album.

More from RiRi’s August Harper’s Bazaar shoot is incoming. In the meanwhile, peep the star rocking her own garms after the jump…

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All year Lizzo has been lighting up stages the world over and becoming a major name in the process.

Not resting on the laurels of her buzz, the dynamic performer is hitting the road for the ‘Cuz I Love You Too’ tour her in support of her breakthrough album ‘Cuz I Love You.’

Moments ago, she shared news that’s sure to delight her European fans: she’s bringing to the trek to the region later this year.

Set to ignite the stage with bops such as ‘Juice’ and ‘Truth Hurts,’ the jaunt promises to be a special one.

Peep dates after the jump…

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Keke Palmer revealed that she was hurt, disgusted and deeply disappointed by what she learned about her former friend R. Kelly in Lifetime’s six-part documentary ‘Surviving R. Kelly.’

No longer his friend, the multi-talented entertainer was quizzed on him during her time on ‘Watch What Happens Live‘ and explained that she was confused by the revelations because he had shown her a softer side to his personality but admits that she stands with his victims as they call out for justice.

Watch below…

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Welcome to another edition of The Stream Scene, the original TGJ feature designed to keep you in the loop with all things streaming.

Making moves online this week are three ladies whose looks, sounds and unique styles shaped contemporary black culture and Pop culture at large.

Hit the link below for updates on releases launched by Beyonce, Janet Jackson and Countess Vaughn.

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Nicki Minaj‘s new single ‘Megatron’ is need of a super boost if it is to maintain its success on the Billboard Hot 100.

Find out why below…

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Alicia Keys lent her oft-praised vocals to the iHeartMedia-sanctioned Stonewall Day concert, which marked the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising.

Performing live in her hometown of New York City last Friday (June 28), the response to her set – namely her remake of Cyndi Lauper‘s 1986 chart-topping hit ‘True Colors’ – was so positive Keys and team decided to repackage it as a music video and upload it to her official Youtube handle.

“I felt so moved to play at #Stonewall50 during World Pride this year knowing it was in my hometown, and this song captured the energy so perfectly!!,” Keys said. “YOU COULD FEEL IT! New York, you showed your True Colors and they were so beautiful!!”

The Grammy winner donned her signature braids and a Stella McCartney jumpsuit to show love for a community that’s long supported her in her nearly 20 year career.

Watch the beautiful performance inside:

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‘It was something I was never [going to reveal] ever…just take it to the grave.’

The quote above was lifted from rapper Lil Nas X‘s first televised interview after stunning the music world by coming out of the closet.

The announcement – which the 20-year-old lifted to Twitter on June 30 (‘Gay Pride Day’) – may have been met with overwhelming support for the ‘Old Town Road’ hitmaker, but there were still some who opted to respond with disappointment and even lend homophobic remarks (click here to read). X hit back at the detractors online, but in a recent interview with our friends at BBC he went into detail about how the backlash that followed his big reveal affected him.

Hear it all from him inside:

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With the world waiting with bated breath for ‘The Lion King,’ more details have emerged about the mysterious original song recorded by Beyonce.

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With a career fueled by hits chock full of provocative language and content, many were puzzled when Nicki Minaj accepted a gig at Saudi Arabia’s ‘Jeddah World Fest.’ A country renown for its conservatism, as well as repressive treatment of women and minorities, reports have it the nation’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman authorized the performance – an invitation accompanied by a seven figure payout for the rapstress.

As news spread about the forthcoming appearance, locals, fans, and human rights activists alike spoke out to urge the Grammy nominee to withdraw.  While Saudi Arabians were generally more concerned about the femcee’s suggestive songs and stage attire, the latter seemed to focus on the country’s mistreatment of its citizens.  The most headline-grabbing criticism came courtesy of Thor Halvorseen – the CEO and President of the Human Rights Foundation (who recently the rapper a lengthy reprimand for her involvement and strongly advised her to reconsider the outing).

Did you miss it?  Read highlights inside:

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Weeks of rumors related to kidney failure and other health issues have plagued R&B legend Stevie Wonder as longtime fans and supporters have flooded his social media pages with well wishes, despite previously unconfirmed reports.

Now, the ‘I Wish’ singer wishes to set the record straight and ease fan fears about his condition.  Taking a moment onstage during his set at London’s BST Festival on Saturday (July 6), Wonder did confirm the rumors of his kidney problems were true.  However, he remains hopeful as he is set to undergo surgery.

Details inside:

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Ciara‘s no stranger to pulling double duty on television specials and this year’s ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular’ was no different as the singer served as the extravaganza’s hostess and a performer.

The 33-year-old, still hot on the promo trail in support of her 7th studio album, ‘Beauty Marks,’ left her mark on the stage in grand fashion – rocking the audience with cuts from the opus (‘Level Up,’ ‘Thinking ‘Bout You’) and even strolled them down memory lane with hits from earlier in her career.

Did you miss any of the action? It awaits inside:

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Earlier this week industry insiders predicted that Daniel Caesar‘s studio set ‘Case Study 01‘ would move under 3,000 copies in pure sales (and around 20,000 units with streams) in its opening week.

Now, his final numbers are in and showcase the full extent of the damage his decision to condemn African-Americans (who made up the lion’s share of his fan base) has caused.

@YesJulz is there a reason why you didn't promote the @DanielCaesar album? He literally ruined his career and lost his fanbase to defend you. Inquiring minds would like to know.#yesjuelz #danielcaesar pic.twitter.com/uwoIfls51Y

— Sarah SJ Simon (@sarahsjsimon) July 6, 2019

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