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

A positive update on the track’s numbers below…

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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.

Details below…

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

Full story below…

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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.”

Take a listen below…

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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.

Watch below…

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Harry Styles has named and dated his new album.

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Cop a gander of Liam Payne!

The former One Direction member is gearing up for the release of debut solo album ‘LP1’ on December 6th and has teamed with Hugo Boss to amplify buzz.

Flaunting his fit physique, the 26-year-old fronts the new campaign for the fashion brand’s underwear line.

He poses up in the form fitting range a-front of the newest issue of British GQ, in a striking shoot lensed by by Mert & Marcus. 

Within his interview feature, he opens up about his motivations for posing in his bare essentials, his upcoming album, being lost after 1D, and how therapy helped him rebuild.

More after the jump…

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As reported, the soundtrack for the 2019 incarnation of ‘Charlie’s Angels’ is set to tank on a major scale.

The multi-artist set was executive produced by Ariana Grande, who appeared on several of the featured songs.

With the LP on-course to open with 4-6k pure sales (13-17k with streaming), many – even fans – have been giving post-mortems on the project.

So much so that Ari herself has weighed-in.

Her words below…

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Kanye West has patient fans, that’s for sure.

Despite missing the initially announced release date (and later the originally announced time) for his latest effort, ‘Jesus is King,’ the highly anticipated project was finally unveiled mid-day October 25 courtesy of his G.O.O.D. Music imprint.

Now, as its inaugural sales tracking week has ended, it can officially be declared ‘King’ will reign over the Billboard 200.

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The Ariana Grande-produced ‘Charlie’s Angels’ soundtrack may be lauded for assembling some of the music industry’s most recognizable voices aboard its star-studded tracklist, but its content has been subjected to mixed reviews from critics and fans alike.  And, if its predicted first week sales are to judge by, that disapproval is being reflected commercially.

After failing to fly to the top of charts as anticipated with its highly anticipated lead single, ‘Don’t Call Me Angel’ (featuring Grande, Lana Del Rey, and Miley Cyrus), the project followed with the even worse performing Kash Doll-led ‘How It’s Done.’  

Despite the nonperformance of its singles suggesting an absence of buzz (a surprising feat for an effort of this caliber), the soundtrack soared onto shelves and into chart battle on November 1.  After two days of tracked streams and digital downloads, industry analysts have issued a prediction of how well they suspect the set will sell.

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From The Vault journeys back to the early 90’s when Whitney Houston released one of her most soaring ballads.

Today’s pick is the legend’s ‘All The Man That I Need.’

Released as the second single from her third LP ‘I’m Your Baby Tonight,’ ‘Man’ was originally sung by Linda Clifford in 1982. Almost a decade later, Houston turned it into a Billboard #1 hit and a global Top 20.

Featuring Kenny G on the sax, the cut sees the singer share how the love and affection she receives from her significant other are all she needs to be happy in this life. A simple, yet resonating message. 

Peter Israelson directed the track’s video, which like the song showcases the sheer simplicity of what Nippy had to offer: her raw talent. No crazy theatrics or over-the-top fashion, just her incredible aura and magnificent voice.

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We can’t thank Ms. Houston enough for sharing her otherworldly talent with the world and inspiring generations – past, present and future – of super vocalists.

And while she’s sadly no longer here, we’re glad her music and that witty personality of hers have remained alive thanks to her omnipresence online via memes, gifs, clips, and ever-impactful performances. 

Gone, yet anything but forgotten. We’ll always love and adore you.

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