After a roller-coaster set of years, Rita Ora rose like a ‘Phoenix’ with her long-awaited sophomore album. A set which generated many a global smash such as ‘Anywhere’ and ‘Let Me Love You.’ 

Now, with 2020 approaching, the London bred star is looking ahead at her next project.

Check out what she says fans can expect from the set below…

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WizKid keeps the new music a’coming with the video for ‘Joro.’

The flavorsome jam is the latest taste of the Afrobeat’s star’s hotly anticipated album ‘Made In Lagos.’

Armed with the momentum of Beyonce collaboration ‘Brown Skin Girl,’ the Nigerian superstar is now looking to build on his global buzz under Sony’s RCA umbrella.

‘Joro’ awaits after the jump…

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Ariana Grande has been enjoying the apex of success this year and has seen her successes crowned with multiple nominations at the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards.

Set to take place in Seville, Spain on November 3rd, all eyes are on who’s up for what at the hotly anticipated ceremony.

Well, wonder no more. Because Ari leads the newly unleashed nominations list with appearances in 7 categories.

Other names in the mix include Lil Nas X and Lizzo.

Check out the full list below…

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As the age old adage goes, “patience is a virtue.” And for Lil Kim fans, it looks as though their 14 year wait is about to be rewarded in a major way.

Because, Rap’s Queen Bee has revealed that her new album is being rolled out as a two-parter.

Full story below…

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With Q4 just a day away, Travis Scott has thrown his name into the mix of major names dropping new music.

Capitalizing on the annual buzz attached to this time of year, the rapper has announced new single ‘Highest In The Room.’

Details below…

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Reclusive crooner Frank Ocean makes a colorful splash in the latest issue of W Magazine. 

It’s been three years since the singer-songwriter released bodies of work – and even still the controversial roll-out of ‘Endless’ and ‘Blonde’ (which arrived a day later) remains an industry hot topic.

For, unbeknownst to most, Ocean used one to fulfil his major label contract and (arguably) seized that buzz to drop his premiere the other. His first independent project.

Hailed as a masterstroke move by some, others wondered if there would be ramifications.

As for Ocean himself? He’s simply swimming on with his career plans – which include the release of new material.

In his accompanying interview feature, he dishes on his upcoming music and reflects on his headspace and rationale for the double-album move…

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Check out Solange!

The soul-filled songstress covers the Fall 2019 issue of L’Officiel Magazine.

Beyond posing for a number of striking shots (lensed by Rafael Rios), the eclectic star opened up about her art in a unique interview conducted by rapper Trina.

Head below, where pics and quotes await…

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OneRepublic lead singer Ryan Tedder sent his Twitter mentions soaring over the weekend when he took to the annual Global Citizen Festival to confirm Beyonce would be joining forces with Adele for the Pop group’s upcoming album.

Having written hits for both in the past (‘Halo’ for Bey, ‘Turning Tables’ for Addy), news outlets and fans of both divas alike immediately assumed Tedder’s comments had merit – a circumstance only supported by the Pop divas’ very public comments of admiration for each other over the years.

Monday morning (September 30) saw those fan dreams dashed, however, after a rep for the 40-year-old singer-songwriter confirmed the collaboration is not happening.

Details inside:

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Light entertainment is important in a heavy world.

With this in mind you’ll understand why Kelly Clarkson‘s talkshow is fast-becoming one of the highest-rated shows on television!

Now hit the play button below to see the multi-faceted performer showed major love to Lizzo and her viewers by performing the singer’s smash hit jam ‘Juice‘!

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Mariah Carey is ready for the holidays and wants to ring-in the festive season with a splash.

For, before fans can eat their first piece of Halloween candy or Thanksgiving turkey, Mimi has already carved out the dates of the 2019 installment of the ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You Tour.’

Details below.

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“Dearly beloved… we have gathered here today… to get through this thing called life!” 

By now we figure you have guessed that this week’s From The Vault pick is none other than Prince‘s ever-legendary ‘Let’s Go Crazy,’ which topped the charts exactly 35 years ago today.

With its eulogy-themed intro, ‘Crazy’ was the second single from the artist’s monumental LP ‘Purple Rain’ released in 1984. It was also the opening song on the movie of the same name. Urging the listener to bypass the drama and chose to be upbeat, the funk-rock number was the singer’s second consecutive #1 in the US following the set’s lead ‘When Doves Cry’ and was a concert staple. The cut was a #2 charting single in Canada and also a Top 10 in both the UK and Australia where it peaked at #7 and #10 respectively.

The video for the track was compiled of of cuts from the blockbuster ‘Purple Rain’ movie, which stared the purple one alongside protégé Apollonia and Morris Day – who played his arch nemesis. Three decades later, it continues to serve as a great representation of the mid-80s rock show dynamic.

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Just like Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston, Prince’s star has never stopped shining posthumously; a true testament to his extensive body of work which continues to inspire the latest crop of new artists the way it has the previous generation.

[On a random but relevant note, social media has also somehow managed to keep the spirits and personalities of these artists alive and they end up regular faces in our respective digital feeds.

Dearly beloved, we have written this today to say thank you, to Mister Nelson, for blessing the world at large with his multi-dimensional talent.

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The wait for new music is coming to a close, Kelly Rowland assures in a new interview.

Although taking to our friends at ExtraTV on Friday (September 27) to primarily dish on her ongoing partnership with online subscription-based sportswear retailer Fabletics, the diva also admitted she’s ready to lift the lid on her new album – her first studio effort since 2013’s ‘Talk a Good Game.’  Speaking glowingly of the forthcoming project, Rowland shared:

“Yes, there is music coming very soon. I am over the moon…I am very excited about this phase.”

That elation was only mirrored by her surprise when she found out Jennifer Lopez and Shakira had been tapped to headline the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show (click here to read more).  As if these hot topics weren’t enough, Kelly also took a moment to join the chorus of #Beyhive members who proclaim Beyonce was robbed of an Emmy for her outstanding Netflix concert documentary, ‘Homecoming.’

***RELATED:  Beyonce’s ‘Homecoming’ Snubbed by Emmys Despite Six Nominations***

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