Lil Nas X made history this week when it was announced his song became the first song in over 20 years to go Diamond while still holding the top spot of the Billboard Hot 100 (click here to read more).

Now, as it celebrates its 14th week atop the tally, X is looking to extend that reign even further by lifting a new official remix to the megahit.  While the song’s original mix already featured Country legend Billy Ray Cyrus, its remix calls on help from rapper Young Thug and viral Country sensation Mason Ramsey.

Curious to hear what they added to the cut? It awaits inside:

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From Nicki Minaj and Cardi B to Megan Thee Stallion, City Girls, Stefflon Don, Lizzo, Iggy Azalea, and more, 2019 has seen no shortage of appearances from femcees on the Billboard Hot 100.  Easily boasting the most simultaneous placements among rapstresses in its history, the year’s carving out proof that the girls are able to not only sell records, but also share space on the chart.

When quizzed on his thoughts on the rise of females in the Rap game, super producer/hitmaker Jermaine Dupri credited a great deal of that progress to his protege Da Brat.  Claiming she ‘broke the mold’ with her Platinum-selling debut album, 1994’s ‘Funkdafied,’ J.D. went on to compare today’s female Hip Hop stars with Brat and – in so many words – said they come up short.

Likening them to ‘strippers rapping,’ Dupri was unable to choose which of today’s femcees was his favorite of the lot making moves on charts.  His quote landed on the desk of Cardi B and – in typical fashion – she had a jaw-dropping response. See it all inside:

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Fresh from graduating from Harvard Business School, Ciara is making major entrepreneurial moves.

Earlier this year CiCi released her seventh album ‘Beauty Marks’ on her newly launched label of the same name.

Now, she’s branching out and expanding her empire by signing a rising talent.

Details below…

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Eve has returned with aptly titled new single ‘Reload.’

The female rap empress has been more of a fixture on TV in recent years (notably appearing as a host on ‘The Talk’), but she hasn’t lost her flair for music – nor her fire.

For the track she’s teamed with Konshens and serves up a flavorsome taste of her forthcoming album. A project she recently revealed will be influenced by the gumbo of sounds she’s embraced while living in London (Afrobeats, Reggae, and beyond).

Take a listen to new Eve after the jump…

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Salt-N-Pepa have a legal fight on their hands.

On the opposing side of the war? Their old friend Spinderella.

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‘The Lion King’ is as anticipated for its cinematic brilliance as it is for its musical magnificence. And the latter is proving justified.

Moments ago, Disney released the full soundtrack for the surefire blockbuster, featuring renewed versions of songs from the 1994 classic – as well as three new numbers too.

However, it appears the centrepiece of the project is Beyonce and Donald Glover‘s take on ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight?’

The singing sensations play Nala and Simba respectively and their Pharrell produced duet appears at a pivotal part of the film.

Ahead of ‘The Lion King’s July 19th release, take a listen to ‘Can You Feel’ after the jump…

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It’s here! ‘The Lion King’ soundtrack has been unleashed!

Released to accompany the July 19th release of the movie, the project features musical contributions from banner stars Beyonce and Donald Glover, as well as production efforts from Hans Zimmer, Lebo M, and Pharrell Williams.

Also featured is Elton John, whose all-new song ‘Never Too Late’ appears. It’s one of three numbers, alongside Bey’s ‘Spirit,‘ crafted for Disney’s live-action version of the 1994 classic.

The LP will be joined by Mrs Carter’s specially curated compilation ‘The Lion King: The Gift’ – featuring a slew of soon to be announced major names on exciting. It’s billed sonic cinema that’s a love letter to Africa.

For now, though, what are you waiting for? Listen to ‘The Lion King’ OST below…

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Miley Cyrus glimmers in Gold on the cover of Elle Magazine‘s August 2019 issue.

The feature arrives during a busy frame for the singer, who is juggling the push for new EP ‘She Is Coming,’ her stint in Netflix hit ‘Black Mirror,’ and a slew of festival dates across the globe.

Beyond stunning in the Mario Sorrenti lensed shoot, she also opened up about her forthcoming album ‘She Is Miley Cyrus,’ her marriage to Liam Hemsworth, flaunting her sexuality, and more.

Peep pics and quotes below…

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Was Taylor Swift referring to Scooter Braun when she called out “liars” and “dirty dirty cheats” last night?

See and judge for yourself below…

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Lil Nas X has already galloped into history books multiple times over the last three months thanks to his inaugural megahit, ‘Old Town Road.’

In addition to stomping all over streaming records previously set by the likes of Drake, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and more, the 20-year-old’s seen the tune – currently #1 for its 14th consecutive week – rival the longevity and impact of some of the Billboard Hot 100’s longest running chart-toppers ever.

Now, as the song continues to fend off competition from the tally’s perch, it is being greeted with new reports that it has been certified Diamond by the RIAA for sales equivalence that has exceeded over 10 million units.  The achievement makes him the second artist to ever reach Diamond status while still occupying the Hot 100’s summit.  In fact, the only other artist to do this was Elton John – who laid claim to the first ever Diamond single with 1997’s ‘Candle in the Wind.’

While we extend our congrats to X, look inside to see who joins him in the top 25 on this week’s ‘TGJ Chart Check: Hot 100’ edition:
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‘No Time’ rapstress Lil Kim has taken to Instagram to remind the media she has no time for outlets who don’t ‘put some respect on her name.’

The diva, hot on the promo trail in support of new music and the highly anticipated forthcoming VH1 reality show, ‘Girls Cruise’ (as we reported here), is bringing the jaunt to a screeching halt after she received word some of the very networks set to interview her were wielding disparaging remarks about her.

‘The Jump Off’ rapstress may have briefly jumped on the cases of ‘The Today Show’ and ‘Access Hollywood’ (where she says she was due to appear on July 11), but Andy Cohen – host of Bravo’s ‘Watch What Happens Live‘ – got the worst tongue lashing of all.

The Queen Bee stings await inside:

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Ariana Grande teamed up with Vogue to create a visual for her jam ‘In My Head.’

The visual accompanies her cover and spread with the fashion and lifestyle publication  and offers fan a fresh look into her creative world as she promotes her new albums ‘Sweetener’ and ‘Thank U Next’ and the tour she built to take its tracks on the road!

Enjoy below…

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