On a critical and commercial front, expectations were high for Solange‘s follow-up to 2016’s chart-topping third album, ‘A Seat at the Table.’ And, after a nearly three year wait, her answer to the anticipation came on March 1st in the form of the unexpectedly released project, ‘When I Get Home.’  

Boasting guest appearances from the likes of Playboi Carti, Tyler the Creator, Gucci Mane, and more, the 19-track opus earned mixed reviews from critics and fans alike for being spacey, “pretentiously artsy,” its minimalistic production, and abundance of interludes.  That disappointment was projected by industry analysts to be mirrored in the set’s commercial performance as reports had it ‘Home’ would shift nearly half of what its predecessor moved during its first week of availability.

Now, with ‘Home’s first full tracking week in its rear view we can find out if they were right:

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R. Kelly banned Gayle King from quizzing him about his alleged abuse of the performer Aaliyah in his now infamous interview with the respected journalist.

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Not even 24 hours after being released from his second stint in jail in less than a month (click here to read about that), embattled R&B singer R. Kelly is facing another round of accusations for the sexual abuse of a minor.

The newly surfaced allegations, courtesy of an unearthed tape reportedly featuring the Grammy winner engaged in sexual acts with a teenager, came to light after being turned over by a client of lawyer Gloria Allred.

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All roads lead to March 15th for Iggy Azalea.

After jumping off the major label train, she’s taken the wheel of career and is driving full ahead steam as an indie act – after signing a lucrative pact with Empire Records.

The first fruit of the partnership is single ‘Sally Walker,’ which arrives alongside its video on Friday.

Ahead of its big debut, Azalea sat down with make-up guru James Charles to dish on the track, her career, and upcoming album. All the while getting her face beat!

Watch the fun-filled interview below…

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While Mariah Carey fans have long loved ‘Caution’ cut ‘A No No,’ anticipation for the song’s release reached fever pitch when talk of a possible remix featuring Cardi B, Lil Kim, and Missy Elliott begun gaining volume.

Excitement then intensified when it was officially christened a single and a video was commissioned.

Yet, when said visual was unwrapped this week it didn’t feature anyone but Mimi (along with new whistle notes).

Some were naturally disappointed. But, according to the track’s producer Jermaine Dupri there’s more to come.

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Nicki Minaj fans have asked her to fire the logistical brains behind her sold-out European tour after she was forced to cancel two shows because of technical difficulties.

nicki minaj was supposed to have a concert in my country last night but she cancelled it like 20 mins before the beginning of the show….

— َ (@jinpoetrys) March 10, 2019

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Wedding bells are soon to be in the air again for ‘Dance Again’ singer Jennifer Lopez as she and pro-baseballer beau, Alex Rodriguez, have confirmed they are engaged!

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R Kelly is a free man — once again.

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B2K is electric.

After months of anticipation, last night brought with it the opening night of the group’s comeback tour much to the delight of fans who are billing the men and their new live act…electric.

Press play to catch the quartet in action live in Pittsburgh below….

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Does Future have his sights set on being the next Aquaman?  The video for his new single, ‘Goin Dummi,’ would seem to swim toward “yes”!

The fifth visual offered from his latest chart-topping project, ‘The Wizrd,’ the aquatic-themed clip sees the 35-year-old showcase his talent on an underwater throne surrounded by mermaids.  This, of course, when not enjoying the view of scantily clad synchronized swimmers.

Will the visual’s unique theme reawaken interest in the project to help it rebound to the top?  Look inside and tell us:

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A Chicago grand jury sent shock waves through the entertainment industry hours ago when it was announced actor/singer Jussie Smollett – originally indicted on just one felony count of disorderly conduct for filing a false police report by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (as we reported here) – had seen that count upped to 16!

Shortly after the news rocked headlines, Jussie’s high powered attorney Mark Geragos – who has represented the likes of Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, and Usher in the past – took to the press to offer his reaction to the news.  Also offering updates on Smollett’s emotional status, thoughts on the Chicago police department’s handling of the case, and more, look inside for Geragos’ stern reflection on the case details to date:

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Despite scoring a string of hits in the late noughties and early 2010’s (including the #1 single ‘Down’ in 2009′), Jay Sean has been relatively quiet over the past few years – most notably after nabbing headlines for suing former label home, Cash Money, for unpaid royalties..  Now, despite years of touring and remaining an international force, five years have separated U.S. fans from new music from the singer/songwriter.

That’s all ready to change with the 37-year-old’s new Gucci Mane-assisted single, “With You.” Featuring a prominent sample of female R&B group Blaque’s 1999 hit, “808,” Sean croons:

“I’m saying yeah / I just can’t get my mind off you / After the sh*t that we’ve been through / I just can’t stop f*cking with you.”

Is it enough to get Jay back to the top of charts?  Listen inside and tell us:

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