Brandy fans – affectionately christened #Starz –  have waited nearly 7 years for new music from the R&B veteran.

Barring a few guest appearances on other artists’ albums, leaked tracks, and false starts (i.e. 2016’s ‘Beggin & Pleadin’), the fan group has been beggin’ and pleadin’ their fave to lend more than the ample teasers she’s dangled since the release of her critically acclaimed last album, ‘Two Eleven’ (2012).

It appears their wish is finally set to be her command.  Details inside:

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Despite seeing her major label debut, ‘Cuz I Love You,’ nab an impressive top 10 premiere on the Billboard 200 last week (as we reported here), Lizzo shows no signs of slowing on the promo trail in support of the project.

Having already wowed audiences at award shows, television shows, radio, and more, the 31-year-old’s most recent outings saw her give fan favorites ‘Juice’ and the LP’s title track the live treatment at the likes of MTV’s ‘Push’ and a lengthy acoustic session at ‘The Current’s studio.

Did you miss any of the action? Look inside for a taste of what Miss Jefferson is serving up before you check her out on the ‘Cuz I Love You Too’ tour this summer:

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Mary J. Blige and Nas are pairing their newly announced live show with new music.

The regal duo are embarking on the ‘Royalty Tour’ this summer and have unleashed anthemic single ‘Thriving’ to trumpet the venture.

Take a listen to the hard-hitting cut after the jump…

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Justin Timberlake may not have been on the main ballot for the 2019 Songwriters Hall Of Fame, but he’s still set to be honored.

For, it’s just been announced that JT will be presented with the Contemporary Icon award at the 50th annual ceremony next month.

Details below…

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It’s release week for Ciara, who this Friday unleashes ‘Beauty Marks’ – her seventh studio album.

But the celebrations are starting early. Because, the project’s lead single ‘Level Up’ has just crossed a major milestone.

Details below…

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Cardi B and Bruno Mars have bagged another collaborative hit.

Full story below…

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Common has revealed that he was molested as a child.

His story below…

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Soulful songstress Jhene Aiko has hatched a new jam in the form of ‘Triggered.’

Formulated as a freestyle, the song sees the singer once again bare her feelings on record.

She relays what she’s experienced emotionally since her album ‘Trip,’ while also giving insights into how she’s adjusted after the culmination of a high-profile relationship.

As buzz builds for her next body of work, Aiko tides folk over with this sweet treat.

Check it out below…

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Beyonce has the world dancing with the super fun #BeforeILetGoChallenge.

And while her Mom has participated by sharing entries, her dad Mathew Knowles has gone an extra step  and submitted a clip himself!

During his run as manager of Bey and Destiny’s Child, he was renown for being a no nonsense taskmaster . But it seems these days he’s showing a more chilled side.

Check out Mathew in action after the jump…

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Coming as a big surprise to no one, Queen of Pop Madonna – who already holds the record as the most successful solo touring artist in history – is seeing the tickets of her recently announced theater tour being snatched up at a record pace.

As we reported here, the limited engagement is set to kick off September 12 in New York before heading to Chicago, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Boston, Miami, and other yet-revealed U.S. cities.  Following her mini-residencies in the aforementioned metros, the Material Girl is set to jet abroad to entertain her European fans in Paris, London, Lisbon, and more.  Announced just yesterday, the tour sold out five dates at New York’s BAM Howard Gilman Opera House and five at The Wiltern in Los Angeles in under an hour.

Angered fans needn’t worry, however.  The venues have already revealed the addition of new dates to see the hot ticket.  Details inside:

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Taylor Swift‘s no stranger to seeing her name penciled in Billboard Hot 100 history books.

As if holding the record for most career top 10 debuts of any artist as well as being the only female artist to dethrone herself from the #1 spot weren’t enough, now she’s added a new accomplishment to her endless list of achievements.  A week after her newest single, ‘Me!’ (featuring Brendon Urie), debuted at #100 on the tally based on airplay alone, the tune finds itself at #2 on this week’s refreshed charts.

And, while unable to unseat the reigning champ Lil Nas X, the jump gave Swift another distinct honor:  the biggest position jump in Hot 100 history.  Coming as her 23rd Hot 100 hit, ‘Me!’ also helped the singer tie Whitney Houston‘s all-time top 10 record.

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Rolling Stone has its eye on Billboard’s crown!

A full report on the publication’s plans to shake the industry up below…

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