With the inclusion of streaming stats in Billboard’s single and album charts’ placements these days, the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 records of many-a-legend are unsafe.

Indeed, thanks to Rihanna, the likes of Aretha Franklin, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, The Beatles, and Whitney Houston have all seen their historic achievements on the platforms met or surpassed.  Now, the Bajan beauty’s ‘Work‘ co-star Drake, is joining the fun.

In September 2015 he became the 4th artist ever to place at least 100 titles on the Hot 100 over the course of a career. Before him, only his mentor Lil’ Wayne, FOX’s hit musical show ‘Glee,’ and Elvis Presley were in the exclusive club. This week, after setting album streaming records, moving over 1 million units of his latest album ‘Views,‘ and gaining 20 simultaneous placements on the singles chart, Drizzy’s not only crushed a record by fellow Canadian heartthrob Justin Bieber, but he also pushes past Presley’s.

Get the details on this and the week’s full TGJ Chart Check inside:

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From music, to movies, to endorsements, Rita Ora enjoys an omnipresence that is undeniable.

It’s fitting then that the 5-time chart-topper features a-front of L’Uomo Vogue‘s “Influencers Issue.”

The striking spread, which was lensed by Francesco Carrozzini, arrives days after it was revealed that the singer will not be returning to the judges table on ‘The X Factor UK.’

Sources close to the situation stress that creator Simon Cowell did want her back, but that her almost-finalised deal with Warner Music will see her in the studio at the time of the show’s shooting. The latter being made possible now that her legal tussle with former label Roc Nation is nearing an end.

Not a bad “problem” to have, ay?

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The repercussions continue to rain down on Azealia Banks following a series of rants gone wrong.

Furore erupted on Twitter yesterday after the femcee took odd aim at Zayn Malik (for supposedly copying her style). For his troubles she branded him a “f*ggot d*ck rider.”

The anti-Azealia climate escalated when she turned her attention to UK rappers, who she asserted could not rap. Naturally, their clap back reflex was all sorts of real.

As reported, the latter saw her booted from a major British festival she was said to headline.

Now Twitter, the primary vehicle for her volcanic comments, has followed suit.

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The line-up for the Billboard Music Awards 2016 continues to pack on the Pop power.

Previously announced performers include Madonna, Britney Spears, Celine Dion, Fifth Harmony, as well as Pink, and now today a trio of major names have officially joined the list.

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Mark Ronson is the mastermind behind blockbuster smashes for the likes of Bruno Mars and Amy Winehouse.

Now, it appears the music maestro is the main force moulding Lady Gaga‘s fifth album.

Spotted numerous times in and out of studios with the Grammy and Golden Globe winner, the  producer has opened up about what folk can expect from the as yet untitled project.

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In 2015, Azealia Banks was lauded for her groundbreaking Hot 97 interview in which she slammed institutional racism and its irreparable affect on African-Americans.

In 2016, the entertainer showcased behaviour akin to those she often speaks out against by launching a racially charged attack on the Pakistani performer Zayn Malik.

Now, she has apologised for her abhorrent actions.

Her words below…

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Drake’s promotional train now stands only a few stops away from ‘Saturday Night Live.’

Once there, the entertainer will introduce his LP ‘VIEWS’ to its audience as he battles Beyonce‘s ‘Lemonade’ on the Billboard 200.

Hit the play button to catch the hilarious teaser he shot to support his appearance after the jump…

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Ciara is making major moves.

The striking songstress has today been revealed as the latest addition to the IMG Models roster.

Details below…

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With 1.04 million units moved the debut week of his latest album, Drake is undoubtedly enjoying the ‘Views’ from the top of the Billboard 200.  Abruptly ending the reign of the Queen Bey’s ‘Lemonade,’ ‘Views’ rolled all up and over competition with a whopping 245.1 million streams in addition to its massive sales.

But, despite the onslaught this week, the prior week’s top performing acts – Prince, Rihanna, and, of course, Beyonce – have maintained buoyancy on the chart’s upper quintet of positions.  While Prince fans continue to show their unwavering support for the artist after his untimely death, Rih – thanks in no small part to her ongoing ‘Anti’ tour – is showing some major staying power on the streaming front since its February debut.

Find out where these three, and all of your other faves from the day, landed on this week’s official Billboard 200 chart check:

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Uh oh!

As if getting dragged up and down a number of Twitter timelines yesterday by Zayn fans and Disney starlet Skai Jackson wasn’t enough for ‘The Big Big Beat’ beauty Azealia Banks, now the fire has been reignited by Jackson’s mom Kiya Cole.

Indeed, she had some feisty words for Banks who – as you may know – suffered a major L at the hands of Cole’s 14-year-old daughter last night (click here to read more on that).

Click below for the warning from mom:

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The Billboard Music Awards 2016 just added a mega-star to its already stacked line-up of performers.

For, it has been officially announced that Madonna is set to honor the late great Prince – who died suddenly on April 21st aged 57.

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Drake‘s plans to ensure Beyonce‘s ‘Lemonade’ doesn’t return to #1 on the Billboard 200 has been supported by the talkshow host Ellen DeGeneres.

That’s right.

He’s set to appear on her TV series to promote his new LP ‘VIEWS.‘

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