Originally released by Garry Morris in 1983, the Jimmy Bowen-produced classic ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ is perhaps better known for Bette Midler‘s take on it in 1989, lifted from the ‘Beaches‘ soundtrack one year earlier.

However, what most may not know is the significance the number has for Patti Labelle, who performed the classic before Midler did at 1985’s ‘Look to the Rainbow Tour.’

Now, the entertainer has detailed her decision to cover the song during her recent interview with ‘Conversations with Arthel Neville.’

Her emotional confession below…

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Nine years ago, Bobby V sat atop R&B’s food chain with singles ‘Tell Me’ and ‘Slow Down’.

This year, as he continues on in his bid to enjoy similar success with his latest material, the R&B staple shares his thoughts on the genre’s current state with Atlanta‘s ‘KISS 104.1.’

There, he weighed in on the “discouraging” nature of today’s sound and its affect on youth unfamiliar with the musicality that inspired him to become a performer in the first place.

Press play for his take, below…

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As vocal legends go, few come more equipped than Patti Labelle and Mariah Carey.

Though from different eras, the dynamite diva’s have made it routine to honor one another at many points in their illustrious careers.

One of their most celebrated showings serves as this week’s From The Vault pick – their performance during Labelle’s ‘Live One Night Only’ TV special in 1998.

Together, the powerhouses blew the roof off the venue with a rendition of Cheryl Lynn‘s 1978 Disco classic ‘Got To Be Real’.

Watch the icons trade belts, whistles, and sass above…

Your thoughts?

She may reign supreme as the Queen of Pop and R&B, but this month has seen Beyonce impact Billboard‘s ‘Hot Rock’ chart, soaring to the tally on the commercial wings of John Mayer.

Full story below…

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Nicole Scherzinger is back and ready for blast off with new single ‘Your Love’.

The singer, who unleashed the cut production as the lead release from her upcoming new album, today revealed the track’s accompanying cover.

Lush.

Haven’t heard the The-Dream/Tricky Stewart produced number? Take a listen below…

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Check out Kelly Rowland!

The R&B chanteuse glowed as she performed at the Rhythm On The River music extravaganza in Oklahoma yesterday (June 7th).

Joining the likes of T.I. and Nelly, the diva rocked the house with hits such as ‘Motivation’ and ‘Like This’.

Peep more pics of Ms. Kelly below…

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Pop force Cheryl Cole charged onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage tonight to offer the first live performance of new single ‘Crazy Stupid Love’.

The showing, which precedes the debut of song’s video on Monday, saw The X Factor judge joined by Tinie Tempah and an army of dancers.

How did she fare? Find out below!

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With the fate of Justin Bieber‘s career very much uncertain following the unearthing of footage of the star making racist slurs, the singer’s celebrity friends are springing to his defence.

The latest? The 20-year-old’s “mentor” Usher.

Today saw the ‘Good Kisser’ crooner pen an open letter on Instagram, re-affirming his support for Bieber.

Check it out below…

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Lana Del Rey unleashes her ‘Ultraviolence’ on June 17th.

Already one of the year’s most anticipated releases, the eclectic songbird’s sophomore set follows Platinum selling debut ‘Born To Die’.

Will her latest opus be living in your collection? Get a taste after the jump…

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The good people of New York were treated to quite the spectacle last night, when Hip Hop icons Salt N Pepa rocked the city with their latest live outing.

It was there, much to the delight of their audience, did the ladies perform their Hurby Azor-produced ‘Push It’ and Beyonce‘s 2011 release ‘Run the World (Girls).’

Were they any good?

You tell us…below!

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Paris’ ‘NRJ’ welcomed Sam Smith to its shores hours ago, inviting the ‘Latch‘ maker to perform his Gold cut ‘Stay With Me’ on the French radio station!

Doing so in front of a live studio audience, his latest rendition of the song came after the release of Mary J.Blige’s take on the number, set to push US sales of his ‘In the Lonely Hour’ debut when it drops on June 17th!

Peep him play below…

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