Mariah Carey is undeniably one of the most highly decorated talents in music history.

However, recent years have been marred by a number of on-stage snafus.

The latest came last night in Austria where the diva experienced a… vocal malfunction.

While performing ‘Vision Of Love’ Mimi’s voice left on-lookers with a vision of confusion.

See what we mean below…

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Oh Mariah…

Few voices have withstood the test of time + rigours of the road. But, this was hard to watch.

It’s dangerous to make assumptions, so we’ll just say that we hope she tends to whatever the issues are and does better. Because reaching for notes that aren’t there is not the tea.

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A multitude of reports assert that Beyonce and Jay Z did indeed welcome twins this week.

Details remain scarce ahead of a definitive announcement, however TMZ have gone live with further insight into the delivery and aftermath.

Citing a source close to the situation, they report:

Beyonce has given birth to a boy and a girl, but an issue surfaced that has kept them in the hospital for nearly a week … TMZ has confirmed.

Sources connected with the family tell us the twins were born Monday in a Los Angeles hospital. We’re told a “minor issue” surfaced, and as a result … doctors do not feel comfortable releasing them.

We do not know the nature of the issue.

One source told us Beyonce also remains at the hospital, but as far as we know she’s okay. The babies are expected to be okay as well. [Source]

Sending well wishes to The Carters!

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Blue Ivy is officially a big sister!

That’s right, after days of speculation proud parents – Beyonce and Jay Z – have reportedly welcomed twins to the Carter family.

According to PEOPLE magazine:

“Bey and Jay are thrilled and have started sharing the news with their family and closest friends,” a source tells PEOPLE.

Multiple sources echoed the sentiment above to US Weekly.  While we await official news from the Carters, we extend the heartiest of congratulations to the growing family!

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Tamar Braxton has date with the stage at next week’s BET Awards. However, she warmed up last night with a headlining concert at Rhythm & Chews.

During her set the R&B belle belted current single ‘My Man.’

Lyrically stinging, the track re-tells the split between Braxton’s mom and dad – a story which is presently a hot topic on WE tv‘s ‘Braxton Family Values.’

The release is also proving a favorite with fans, who showered the singer with love during her live rendition.

Watch her soar after the jump…

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She did that.

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Rihanna has a questionable track-record when it comes to slaying stages, but she’s proven a consistent winner in the style stakes.

Case in point her look last night at Louis Vuitton’s ‘Young Fashion Designer’ gala in France.

Looking lush, the ‘Wild Thoughts’ wailer turned heads as she admired the efforts of the talented teens and up ‘n comers whose creations were on display.

Peep more of RiRi below…

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Migos’ ‘Bad & Boujee’ continues to slip a pretty penny into the group’ pockets.

Penned by Quavious Marshal , Kiari Cephus, Symere Woods, Leland Wayne and Robert Mandell, the song peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 but did little to support sales of its parent project ‘Culture’ which opened with an abysmal 44,000 units.

However, by way of the group’s penmanship, they’re set to be set for life as the cut generates around $30,000 per week in the United States alone.

Via this week’s ‘Song Revenue Chart’:

The cut picked up $37,864 within the last seven days thanks to sales and streams generated within the same period of time following its October 28th release date.

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After a whirlwind launch campaign, the first week numbers are finally in for Katy Perry‘s latest album ‘Witness.’

Naturally, given the enormity of her star, eyes would always have been peeled to see her tally.

Yet, with the roller-coaster that preceded its release (see: under-performing singles, controversies, and memes), heightened interest surrounds the amount of support she received at retail.

Well, wonder no more because the answer awaits below…

Per Hits Daily Double‘s final count, ‘Witness’ will top the Billboard 200. It sold the following to do so…

187,338 – Sales Plus Streaming 
(169,522 – Pure Sales) 

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There are a few ways of dissecting and digesting the digits.

On the one hand, they are not only impressive by today’s scarily low sales standards but they are commendable given the LP’s lack of preceding hit. Logic had many (us included) feeling that folk wouldn’t part with $10.99 for an album if they wouldn’t even spend $1.29 on her single. Or, worse still, even bother streaming it for free.

Yet, Perry has clearly defied the odds on that front.

Still, for an act of her caliber, she should – in theory – be doing numbers double, triple what she managed to deliver.

Indeed, in the four years since preceding album ‘Prism’ (which opened with 266k), she’s been armored with the momentum of huge hits such as ‘Roar’ and seismic exposure platforms like the Super Bowl. Put simply, she’s become bigger, yet her numbers are smaller.

Something isn’t adding up. Why?

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Mark those calendars because Jay Z is coming!

The Hip-Hop titan’s affiliation with the mysterious ‘4:44’ campaign has been confirmed.

Much like the initial billboards, new posters are popping up across various US cities and now have the addition of Jay ‘s name and an arrival date – June 30th. As expected, the set will premiere on his streaming service TIDAL – which phone giant Sprint recently bought into.

Peep pics via HipHopDX:

Though details are scarce, it’s widely believed that ‘4:44’ is (or is tied to) Jigga’s long-awaited new album.

Add to that the slew of festival dates he has lined up over the summer and it’s clear newsness in on the way from Mr Carter.

We’re ready, are you?

Check out the ‘4:44’ teaser – starring Mahershala Ali, Lupita Nyong’o, and Danny Glover – below…

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Rapper/singer M.I.A. finally unwraps a look at the long-awaited visual for ‘Finally’ – the latest single from her fifth and final album ‘AIM.’

The Viviane Sassen-directed video sees the Brit beauty surrounded by some jaw-dropping scenery of the desert and beach while she shows off her best beauty poses.

See it inside:

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Janet Jackson made a rare public appearance today in London.

The diva, who is gearing to return to touring in the Fall, was photographed leaving a divorce hearing.

As widely reported, the 51-year-old has separated from husband of six years Wissam Al Mana. The news, which shocked many, came just months after the couple welcomed their first child – a son named Eissa.

In a message to fans last month, Jackson confirmed the split and said that the situation was “in God’s hands” and would be addressed in “court.”

Sources close to the singer claim Jackson will remain stationed in London, where she and billionaire Al Mana had based themselves.

During said time, the superstar will continue with what confidants have revealed is an intense snapback regime ahead of the September 7th opening of ‘State Of The World Tour’; a regime which has seen her lose 50 pounds already.

See pics from this afternoon’s hearing, which was also attended by her brother Randy, below…

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Dej Loaf is back and she’s brought a new single with her!

Its name? ‘No Fear‘, produced by Christoph Andersson and released to appease fans still eager to see the rapper top the charts following the release of her breakout bop ‘Try Me‘.

How it fares?

How does it compare?

Listen below…

I know my life can get so crazy but as long as you’re right here
None of the gossip, nothing can stop us
I’m wanna love you with no fears
We can do this thing together
Close your eyes and take my hand
Cause what we have is something special
Baby let’s just take our chance
Baby let’s just take our chance

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Katy Perry‘s Big Brother style ‘Witness‘ live stream was a roaring success.

For, though its campaigns singles failed to fly, the stream itself was viewed by 49 million people during its four-day run.

Fuelled by her tell-all therapy session, a conversation on race with Caitlyn Jenner and an analysis of her videography, the stream was launched to serve as an alternative (and perhaps safer) means of promotion following controversy she faced over her alleged use of the N-word.

Click here to learn more.

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