The last decade, believe it or not, has seen Nicki Minaj’s discography outsell Lil Kim‘s.

In the same time, efforts have been made to rewrite Kim’s history and unfairly use her more recent career missteps to diminish her legacy and the part she played in building Minaj as we know her today.

Leading the charge to ensure the world throws respect on her name? A fan base who have elevated her to meteoric heights on Spotify.

Fantastic news for the Queen Bee below…

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Fantasia is hitting the road!

The Rock-Soul vendor is gearing up for the release of her new holiday album ‘Christmas After Midnight‘ [due October 6th] and has announced a like-titled tour in support of the set.

Executive produced by Ron Fair, the project will see the American Idol winner put her spin on her favorite festive classics.

The trek, which is titled ‘Christmas After Midnight – A Holiday Concert,’ kicks off in November and will feature live renditions of songs from the LP as well as her biggest hits.

Want to know when Ms. Barrino is coming ’round your way? Head below where the tea is poured…

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After much ado, Tamar Braxton uncaged her new studio album ‘Blue Bird Of Happiness’ last week.

In the run-up to its arrival, the star performed on platforms such as the BET Awards and made headlines when she revealed that the set will supposedly serve as her “last” body of work.

Armed with that relative hype, all eyes are on the set’s sales. Did she deliver? Find out below…

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At least 59 people have died following Stephen Paddock’s vicious assault in Las Vegas this week.

Horrible news below…

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Safaree, Nicki Minaj‘s ex-boyfriend and business partner, has revealed that he believes she is deeply threatened by the rise of Cardi B.

The pair split up for good circa 2014 and Safaree, who is said to have co-written some of Minaj’s biggest hits, has enjoyed success as a television personality as Minaj has continued to release material without his creative input.

Alas, he now says that he feels the brand he helped her to build has been cheapened by her actions making it easy for newcomer Cardi to soar in her lane.

Watch below…

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Kehlani sprung a surprise on fans moments ago with she debut of new song ‘Honey.’

The sweet treat is the first taste of new material from the singer since the January release of her debut album ‘SweetSexySavage.’

There’s no word on whether the track is lifted from the eclectic star’s sophomore effort or if it’s simply to tide folk over until its arrival.

What is certain is that it awaits your listening?

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Mariah Carey will be spreading festive cheer across more than one city this Holiday.

The diva initially moved her annual ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ shows from New York to Las Vegas.

And it sans a brief European run, it appeared as though Sin City would be the only place to see Mimi this Christmas. However, much to the elation of her Lambs, she’s announced a series of fresh North American dates.

Find out when the 47-year-old is in your city below…

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Bryson Tiller keeps his buzz a’buzzing with the video debut of ‘Self-Made.’

The clip, which was directed by Colin Tilley, is lifted from the RCA star’s sophomore album ‘True To Self’ and arrives a mere matter weeks after the roll-out of the ‘Runs Dry’ visual.

Beyond a #1 debut on the Billboard 200, the set has yet to yield a hit ala his first “era.” Can the 24-year-old turn things around with ‘Self-Made’? Watch below and let us know…

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Cardi B is unstoppable!

Good news below…

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Rita Ora‘s ascend has been a non-stop stream of promotion and today’s current led her to the Ellen show.

Currently gearing up for the long-awaited release of her new album, the Brit-bred belter seized the moment to perform single ‘Your Song.’

Penned by Ed Sheeran, the track has amassed over 200 million streams and become a top 10 hit for Ora in many regions including the UK.

Continuing her quest for Stateside success musically, she turned in a solid showing.

Watch her in action below…

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The holidays come early courtesy of Fantasia. 

This Friday, the soul-filled songbird will hatch her first festive album ‘Christmas After Midnight.’

Released via Concord Music, the project will see Xmas gems reimagined and reinterpreted by the Grammy winning star.

To whet appetites, she has previewed her take on Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ and classic ‘This Christmas.’

Get a flavour and feel for new Fantasia after the jump…

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Confusion may encase the status of Christina Aguilera‘s new album, but the diva isn’t letting that halt her entrepreneurial hustle.

Because, while her musical well has been drier than the Sahara of late, her fragrance game has been enjoying sweet success.

The latest is named Definition and Xtina has debuted a sassy commercial to plug it.

Check it out below…

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