‘Boo’d Up’ has blasted newcomer Ella Mai in the minds of the masses – on a global scale.

The Brit, who is the protégé of DJ Mustard, has seen the song not only serve as her breakout smash, but one of the year’s biggest hits.

A true testament to the notion of “slow and steady wins the race,” the cut featured on her 2017 EP ‘Ready’ and is now blowing organically more than a year later.

Currently #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, the track sits at #1 on the Hot R&B Songs tally (where it’s reigned for four weeks) and is also atop of Urban radio count.

Seizing on the momentum, the 23-year-old has mapped out a US tour which starts this August.

Head below to find out where and the when the rising star will be shining live this summer…

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R. Kelly‘s ex-wife has revealed that the singer’s (alleged) abusive ways almost drove her to suicide in an emotional new interview.

Consider yourself a fan of the man who accused of molesting the late singer Aaliyah?

An eye-opening tale of manipulation, abuse and the unearthing of filthy secrets below…

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Nicki Minaj has revealed that she is saddened by the fact that many young women are selling their bodies for sex and has urged them to wake up and see just how degrading sex work is.

Where she shared her wise words? ‘Elle’.

The ‘Queen’s thoughts and feelings below…

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Kesha‘s legal duel with Dr. Luke is now looping in the names of her Pop contemporaries.

In a sensational claim, made known thanks to the unearthing of court documents, the singer is said to have accused the producer of raping Katy Perry. An accusation she shared with none other than Lady Gaga.

Full story below…

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Cop a gander of Nicki Minaj on the cover of Elle Magazine‘s July issue!

The rapper is staging quite the takeover this week.

For, beyond the striking shoot – which was shot by and features Karl Lagerfeld, Onika has unleashed new song ‘Rich Sex’ and is gearing up to drop Ariana Grande collaboration ‘Bed’ tomorrow. 

All sees the femcee cook up the perfect storm of buzz for her hotly anticipated forth studio album ‘Queen’ (which arrives August 10th).

More of Ms. Minaj awaits after the jump…

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As slow burners go, few this year can rival the steady ascend of Khalid and Normani‘s scintillating hit ‘Love Lies.’

Released in the Spring, the track was ignited with a blazing performance at the Billboard Music Awards last month and has been scorching radio and streaming platforms ever since.

With the song popping most on Pop and Urban formats, the latter was gifted a boost today with the arrival of a Rick Ross remix.

Take a listen below…

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After swapping verses on the likes of ‘All the Way Up,’ singer Keyshia Cole‘s ‘You,’ and more, Remy Ma & French Montana have returned with a ‘New Thang.’

One of many gems found aboard the original motion picture soundtrack to ‘Uncle Drew,’ the cut – produced by Harry Fraud – sees the duo buoy their braggadocious bars over a slick, horn-filled beat.

Give the tune a listen ahead of the soundtrack’s June 15th premiere:

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Maxwell is back.

The Neo-Soul pioneer has unlocked new single ‘We Never Saw It Coming.’

Aptly titled, the track launch comes as somewhat of a surprise, although the crooner had been cryptically teasing the title ‘The Glass House’ on social media.

As it turns out, ‘The Glass House’ is a dramatic short film designed as a vehicle for ‘We Never Saw It Coming’.

We wish we could tell you more about the Bush + Renz helmed visual, but it premiered on TIDAL and is currently sitting on the platform as an exclusive. So there goes that.

Thankfully though, the song has been made available more widely. Take a listen below…

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Teyana Taylor is dancing her way to the release of her long-awaited sophomore album ‘KTSE,’ which drops June 22nd. 

And while secrecy shrouds the set (which, in long-form means ‘Keep The Same Energy’), the 27-year-old is wasting no time mapping out a tour.

Details below…

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A Swizz Beatz & Timbaland tour?!

It’s happening!

Meet us below for details on the producer’s plan to take their culture-shifting beats on the road!

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Meet XXL‘s Class of 2018!

Hailed as one of the most definitive “who’s next” lists in music, the tally is one of the industry’s most coveted and this year welcomes the following;

Stefflon Don, Lil Pump, Trippie Red, Ski Mask The Slump God, Smokepurpp, J.I.D, YBN Nahmir, WIFISFUNERAL, and Blocboy JB. 

While no doubt a huge honor for all, it’s especially noteworthy for Brit-Jamaican Steff, who serves as the issue’s only female and the first in three years to impact the list.

It comes on the heels of breakout success with global smash ‘Hurtin Me’ featuring French Montana and a slew of high profile collaborations with the likes of Ne-Yo and Demi Lovato.

Wonder what the buzz is about? More about the Don after the jump…

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August 10th 2018.

The date above is marked in the calendar’s of the millions who call themselves Nicki Minaj fans as it will deliver her next album ‘Queen.’

Unfortunately, it now seems that the handling of the album’s campaign is causing some division and disension in the ranks.

Complaints and compliments below…

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