Megan Thee Stallion cuts a striking figure a’front of the newest issue of Fader Magazine.
A name of the lips of many, she’s seen her star soar following the success of her breakout hit ‘Big Ole Freak’ and newly released project ‘Fever.’
And while for some, the fascination centers on her fiery skills as a femcee, others are enamoured with her story – which is already illustrated with both triumphs and hardships.
In her interview feature, she shines light on her narrative, including her Houston upbringing, her time at college, modern rap, the passing of her mother, and more.
Ciara recently released her new album ‘Beauty Marks’ on her newly launched label of the same name. And she’s playing no games as she embarks on her journey as CEO.
Because CiCi has officially been accepted in Harvard University.
Season 2 of ‘American Idol’ on ABC drew to a close last night, but not before judge Katy Perry took to the stage.
The animated songbird rocked the house with Daddy Yankee.
Together, they delivered a spirited rendition of their ‘Con Calma’ remix.
In true Perry form, a colorful spectacle defined the showing.
Having thus far topped the charts in many a Latin region, the song has peaked at #31 on the Billboard Hot 100. Does the performance pack punch enough to help it climb higher?
In building her empire, Rihanna continues to make history.
For beyond her colossal success on the singles chart, the Bajan belle is bulldozing barriers by becoming the first Black woman to head up her own luxury fashion house under the LVMH umbrella.
Set for a major unveiling on May 22nd, RiRi poses it up for a first look feature in the newest issue of the New York Times’ T Magazine.
In a compelling interview feature, she also confirms she’s working on a Reggae album, and waxes honest about possible collabs with Drake and Lady Gaga.
With summer fast approaching, Chris Brown has unleashed a scorcher with a little help from Nicki Minaj and G-Eazy.
The turn-up anthem has been making waves on the stream scene and now looks poised to make an almighty splash with the arrival of its accompanying video.
A colorful affair, the visual is the latest to be lifted from C. Breezy’s incoming album ‘Indigo’ (due June 21st via RCA Records).
What are you waiting for? Watch this hitmaking trio in action after the jump…
Racking up critical acclaim aplenty for her latest studio album, ‘Lovers Rock,’ Brit-born R&B singer Estelle continues to deliver tastes of the project’s diverse palette of tunes with the latest coming via the sexy ‘Lights Out.’
“Cause there ain’t no question, my mind’s always open for you / I wanna be the one you run to / Call it obsession, but my body’s calling for you / I’ve fallen for you,” the Grammy-winner coos over the Caribbean-tinged beat.
Like the album’s previous visuals, the video to ‘Lights Out’ was directed by Denzel Williams. Bringing the tune to life by using an the beauty of Australia as a backdrop, look inside to see Estelle go ‘down under’ for the long-awaited clip:
While many-a-viewer was praying Madonna would find and stay on the right key while performing her legendary hit, ‘Like a Prayer,’ at the 2019 Eurovision Songwriting Contest yesterday (May 18), others scolded the diva for stirring controversy during her musical medley.
As we reported here, before the Pop icon’s performance was even confirmed for the showing the rumor alone was greeted with protests from pro-Palestinian activists who were pressuring companies, performers, and more to disengage from Israel as this year’s contest, the 64th annual, was hosted in Tel Aviv.
Madge shrugged off protests and argued her performance would be used to promote unity. It did everything but.
Ahead of a stunning performance of the cut on last night’s ‘SNL’ as seen here (May 18), DJ Khaled‘s ‘Jealous’ got the video treatment via an Eif Rivera-directed clip.
Famously sampling Diana King‘s signature 90’s hit, ‘Shy Guy,’ the tune – found aboard Khaled’s recently released, ‘Father of Asahd’ – features longtime collaborators Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, and Big Sean. Its cinematic accompanying music video, which registers in at a whopping 8-minutes, sees a cameo from Khaled’s ‘Dinero’ co-star Jennifer Lopez and so many more.
Look inside to see the extended version of the visual:
Months before making her film debut in the Jennifer Lopez-led stripper film, ‘Hustlers’ (click here to read more about that), burgeoning diva Lizzo will be making her televised awards show performance debut via the 2019 MTV Movie & TV Awards next month.
Having already rocked the house at the 30th annual GLAAD Media Awards earlier this year, the 31-year-old is certainly no stranger to award shows. This time, however, her performance will hit television screens across the nation and sees her join a bill that features the likes of Martin Garrix, Macklemore, Patrick Stump, and more.
From The Vault is back this week with a powerful double-duo. Long before Normani and Khalid’s ‘Love Lies,’Luther Vandross and Janet Jackson proved a formidable force on flavorsome jam ‘The Best Things In Life Are Free.’
In 1992, legendary team Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis were tasked with producing the original soundtrack to crime comedy ‘Mo’ Money’ – starring Damon Wayans, Stacey Dash and Bernie Mac. And they made sure to arrange an A-list affair.
The album housed contributions from the likes of Johnny Gill, MC Lyte, and Public Enemy, but the most notable came courtesy of Jackson and Vandross with ‘Free.’ Also part of the track’s creation were Bell Biv DeVoe and Ralph Tresvant.
The New-Jack-Swing number was yet another hit for the duo, peaking at #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US and #2 in the UK – Jackson’s first Top 10 in the country since 1987’s ‘Let’s Wait Awhile.’ It spent 5 consecutive weeks at #2 on the Australian Singles Chart.
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Although neither Janet nor Luther were available to shoot the tune’s visual, director Paris Barclay still managed kept things interesting by featuring the movie’s leads having a fun-filled day at the carnival. Alongside Damon and Stacey, Marlon Wayans – who also stars in the flick – can be seen lip-syncing the rap section of the song while scenes from the film are shown.
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The talent that was Luther Vandross will be forever unparalleled. From his tone and range, to his technique and lyrics, he has an unshakable place up-there amongst the greatest to ever do it. One of the most vocally versatile too.
As far as Ms. Jackson goes, she manages, year in year out, to show the world what a class act is. Ever (and equally) refined plus potent, she has shown constant dedication to her craft, without ever sacrificing the many facets of her brand, and we admire her for that.
So, join us as we salute two of music’s most gifted artists on one of the most memorable classics from their respective catalogues. They did that!
