In a shocking move, Drake has filed a pre-litigation petition against Universal Music and Spotify for allegedly launching a “scheme” to inflate the popularity of Kendrick Lamar‘s diss track against him, ‘Not Like Us.’

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‘Hello’ singer Adele is waving goodbye to her Las Vegas residency.

As reported, the chart-topping megastar wrapped her 100-show run of ‘Weekends with Adele’ at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Now, in a reflective moment, the songbird has emotionally opened up and detailed what the concert series meant to her.

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Lady Gaga fans (affectionately called Little Monsters) are roaring in shock on Monday (November 25) after news broke that Shaboozey‘s breakout hit, ‘A Bar Song,’ edged out her smash ‘Die with a Smile‘ in this week’s tight race for the Hot 100 championship.

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Teedra Moses toasted the 20th anniversary of ‘Complex Simplicity’ on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series.

Released on August 10, 2004, the project was greeted with critical acclaim and is widely considered a cornerstone of R&B excellence.

Backed by a full band (and Durand Bernarr), the soulful songbird took vocal flight with beloved anthems from the classic such as ‘Be Your Girl’ and ‘Backstroke.’

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Kendrick Lamar may be on track to debut at #1 on the Hot 100 with ‘squabble up,’ but he isn’t resting on his laurels.

For, the Hip-Hop heavyweight has surprise released the music video for the catchy cut – which is taking all the way off on TikTok.

‘squabble up’ arrived as part of Lamar’s sixth studio album ‘GNX’ – which was unleashed sans any forewarning.

What are you waiting for? Watch the Calmatic-directed visual below…

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It’s still award season and the Billboard Music Awards 2024 is up next.

Taking place on December  12, the event will honor some of the most commercially impactful releases over the last year.

Today (November 25) has seen the much-anticipated nominations unveiled. And it brings with it good news for the likes of Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Beyonce, and Morgan Wallen.

Bryan leads with 18 nods, while Swift follows with 16, Wallen with 11, and Carpenter with 9.

Elsewhere, Beyonce leads cross-genre nominations – with 2 of her 3 categories including Top Country Female Artist and Top Country Album. Dolly Parton is up for Top Rock Album, and Post Malone with 2 of his 8 categories including Top Country Artist and Top Country Song.

Hosted by actress and comedian Michelle Buteau, the 2024 BBMAs are presented by Marriott Bonvoy will air on Thursday, December 12 at 8:00pm ET/PTon FOX and Fire TV Channels, and on-demand on Paramount+. Performances will roll out across Billboard.com, and via BBMAs and Billboard social channels.

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From their ‘100 Best R&B Songs of the 21st Century‘ ranking to their ‘Top 200 Songs of the 80s,‘ ‘100 Greatest Soundtracks,’ and overall Greatest Singers Ever lists, the good folks at Rolling Stone are no strangers to being on the receiving end of cheers and jeers over the years for their polarizing “best-ever” tallies.

The ongoing discussion surrounding one of their latest, the ’50 Most Disappointing Albums of All Time,’ is showing no signs of ending that trend.

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Kesha turns life into art in the most cheeky way with the cinematic music video for her July-released single ‘Joyride.’

Making what appears to be multiple references to her bad blood with former label boss Dr. Luke, the Laura Gorun-directed clip kicks off with a voiceover saying the songstress is “set to be released after nine years of wrongful imprisonment.”

“Are you a man?/ Cuz I’m a b–ch/ I’m already rich/ Just looking for that mmmmm/ This party sucks I’m ’bout to ditch,” she sings over the Zhone-produced cut.

‘Joyride’ is lifted as the first single from Kesha’s own self-titled label after settling the defamation suit Luke filed against her in 2023 – a shocking end to years of her attempting to take legal action against him for allegedly sexually and emotionally abusing her.

The tune’s video arrives just a week before her next drop, ‘Delusional,’ hits digital shelves on November 29.

Ahead of the latter’s arrival, enjoy the ‘Kill Bill’-inspired action of ‘Joyride’ inside.

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Kendrick Lamar is eyeing another smash on the Billboard Hot 100.

For, the rapper’s ‘squabble up’ has pacing towards a huge debut on the coveted count.

And its housing LP is also set for a major opening too.

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Adele’s Las Vegas residency had come to an end.

And there was ample emotion in the air as she bid adieu to ‘Weekends With Adele.’

The British belter completed her 100th show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, capping off 50 weekends of performances.

Serving as the replacement residency for an early 2022 scrapped concert series, the revered live spectacle is widely praised for restoring the songbird’s stock on the performance circuit.

Ever candid, Adele didn’t shy away from the challenging times as she waved goodbye to the show.

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Tiwa Savage has blazed a trail as a pioneering champion of Afrobeats.

And, despite achieving ample success, the Nigerian hitmaker is showing no signs of slowing.

The superstar has unlocked her new single ‘Forgiveness,’ which serves as a taster of her incoming studio album.

Speaking with That Grape Juice‘s Glory, the revered songbird opens up about her latest release, her next LP, leaving a legacy, making boss moves with ‘Water & Garri,’ and much more.

Watch TGJ’s EXCLUSIVE interview with Tiwa Savage above and be sure to keep an eye out for all that she has in store.

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Despite not having an official music video to support it, Chris Brown‘s latest single – ‘Residuals‘ (from the ’11:11′ album) – is still managing to make historic moves across Billboard.

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