As only a month separates Shawn Mendes fans from the October 18 release of his fifth studio album – the eponymous ‘Shawn’ – expect to see much of the 26-year-old on the promo trail in the coming weeks in support of the project.

Despite having already scored a Hot 100 top 40 hit with the LP’s lead single, ‘Why Why Why‘ (#30 peak), the Canadian hitmaker’s already moved on from that August-released tune to focus attention on its follow-up ‘Nobody Knows.’

“When you’re so in love / And your souls touch / But it’s still not enough / Where does it go? (Woah) / Where does it go? / Nobody knows (Nobody, nobody) / Where the love goes,” he croons over the Mike Sabath-produced chorus.

Days after collecting critical acclaim aplenty for giving ‘Nobody’ a live debut aboard the 2024 MTV VMAs on September 11, Mendes followed by unveiling the song’s official music video and yet another live performance of it.

See the latter two visuals inside.

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After rendering nearly a decade’s worth of solo material across four albums following his split from One Direction in 2015, Zayn Malik is finally answering the call of fans (affectionately called the #Zquad) who are looking to see some of his greatest solo hits get the live treatment.

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Over 6 years after winning over music lovers with their first collaboration ‘Happy Without Me‘ (aboard ChloexHalle‘s 2018 debut album ‘The Kids Are Alright‘), Chloe Bailey has reunited with award-winning rapper-actor Joey Bada$$ – this time by her lonesome for his new song ‘Tell Me.’

“Tell me, why you in love with me? / Is it money or the fame / Or the fact that I’m livin’ in a lab, but it’s luxury? / Tell me why all of suddenly you wanna come kiss up with me,” he raps over the slow burning, R&B-inspired groove.

The follow-up to his singles ‘Fallin’ and the KayCyy-assisted ‘Passports & Suitcases,’ ‘Tell Me’ – produced by Boys Are Rolling and Grant Lapointe – is undoubtedly set to amplify appetites for Joey’s fourth studio album (the successor to 2022’s ‘2000‘ LP).

Until we get the official word on that project, hop inside to get better acquainted with ‘Tell.’

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Just a day after headlines rang out that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs had been denied bail following his Monday arrest (September 16) and subsequent indictment on federal charges of racketeering, conspiracy, sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and more, the embattled music and fashion mogul has learned his second attempt at immediate freedom failed.

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It’s that time of year!

The BET Hip-Hop Awards 2024 are around the corner. As such, nominations for the hotly anticipated ceremony have been unveiled.

Megan Thee Stallion leads with a whopping 12 nods. Kendrick Lamar follows with 11, while his rival is right behind with Drake following with 8.

Other notable names who scored multiple nominations include Cardi B, GloRilla, Metro Boomin, and Nicki Minaj who landed seven nods. Future and Travis Scott tie with six nods apiece.

This year’s installment of the show takes place in Las Vegas and airs on October 15 on BET at 8pm ET/PT.

Fat Joe returns as host and also co-executive producer. He said in a statement:

“Joe Crack is back for the 3-peat, night night baby. It’s been a dream to host the ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ the past few years and I’m looking forward to taking things to the next level in Las Vegas. We’re going to be in a new city and location, but the excitement and entertainment at the awards will be even bigger than ever.”

Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET added:

“This year’s nominees exemplify the creativity and diversity of hip hop and the culture. We congratulate each nominee on their accomplishments and are excited to see how they will elevate Hip-Hop artistry. Thank you to our esteemed voting academy for your continued support and for selecting an outstanding list of hip hop luminaries who made 2024 a memorable year in music.”

Check out the full nomination list below…

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Jennifer Hudson is hitting the road this holiday season to spread festive cheer.

For, fresh from announcing her new Christmas album ‘The Gift of Love’ (due October 18 via her new label Interscope), history’s youngest EGOT winner lifted the lid on news of a companion tour.

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Diddy‘s kids are not in the same state as their dad amid his shocking arrest. 

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Aubrey O’Day is speaking to following Diddy‘s arrest.

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Perrie Edwards ís getting ready to share more new music with the world.

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Beyond contributing her legendary vocals to Beyonce‘s history-making last album, the Country-inspired ‘Cowboy Carter,’ music icon Dolly Parton has been among its most vocal defenders against critics who slammed the project for inauthenticity (among other critiques).

Despite her crusade on behalf of the chart-topping LP, some Bey fans (affectionately called the #Beyhive) gave the Country Queen a royal side-eye recently after the surfacing of her latest interview with ‘Variety‘ where she spoke out about the Pop diva’s unceremonious snub from being nominated at this year’s CMAs.

Look inside to see what Parton said that’s ruffled some feathers (and bee wings).

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Quavo is on quite the roll with his high-profile collaborations.

Before scoring critical acclaim for his musical tag team with Lenny Kravitz for the reimagining of the Rock icon’s 1998 hit ‘Fly Away,’ the former Migos frontman landed a Hot 100 top 40 hit alongside Lana Del Rey with their unexpected union ‘Tough.’

Undoubtedly looking to keep the wins rolling, the Head Huncho has now enlisted the help of Ty Dolla $ign for ‘If I Fall’ for the soundtrack of the forthcoming film ‘Transformers One.’

“If only they could see me now (Ayy) / If the sky is the limit, I take off / The only way to bring me down, me down / Me down, me down, me down / Is for me to stop believin’ now,” croons Quavo over the Are We Dreaming-produced chorus.

Ahead of the movie’s march to U.S. theaters on September 20, look inside to see the Brian Tyler-directed music video for ‘Fall.’

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Diddy continues to dominate the news cycle after shocking reports of his arrest on Monday night (September 16).

Formally slammed with charges of racketeering, conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud, coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution, the detainment came as the result of an extensive federal investigation and will see the condemned businessman (born Sean Combs) remain in custody until the date of his trial.

And while he maintains his innocence and plead not guilty to the accusations, that hasn’t stopped many of his most vocal critics from singing the praises of the justice system for finally placing the embattled mogul behind bars.

Among those making headlines are his former proteges – Danity Kane stars Dawn Richard and Aubrey O’Day.

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