Check out Chloe x Halle, who cover the latest issue of Essence.

The GRAMMY-nominated sister duo has proven a force when together and equally potent as they strut forward on their solo journeys.

Over the last year, Chloe Bailey has blazed a trail with bops such as ‘Have Mercy,’ ‘Treat Me,’ and ‘Surprise’ – all of which are set to feature on her eagerly anticipated debut solo album.

Meanwhile, Halle has been heating up on the acting front with a high-profile spot in ‘The Color Purple’ and the lead role of Ariel in the upcoming ‘Little Mermaid’ live-action remake.

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Demi Lovato has unleashed ‘Holy Fvck’ – their eight studio album.

Led by the rocking ‘Skin of My Teeth,’ the set sees Lovato explore themes of love, grief, and more.

That Grape Juice has been spinning the LP since its release. Join us below to find out which five tracks are essential on ‘Holy Fvck.’

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Nicki Minaj has a hit on her hands.

Case in point, her song ‘Super Freaky Girl’ is already burning up the airwaves.

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As the Diddy-driven debate about if “R&B is dead” rages on, ‘B.E.D.’ singer Jacquees – the genre’s self proclaimed King – is looking to put the topic to rest while also silencing critics of his vocal prowess.

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Beyonce unquestionably commands one of the most dedicated followings in music history.

However, few have witnessed the superstar’s humble beginnings in the way LeToya Luckett did.

As widely known, the multi-hyphenate singer-actress set sail on her journey alongside Bey, Kelly Rowland, and LaTavia Roberson as part of the original line-up of Destiny’s Child.

Guesting on the latest edition of the R&B Money podcast with Tank and J. Valentine, Luckett opened up in earnest about how her former bandmate was always destined for greatness due to her innate nature and dynamic drive.

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Aubrey O’Day has hit out at a TikTok user, whose video about her has gone all sorts of viral.

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Megan Thee Stallion has made a splash on this week’s edition of the Billboard 200 with her sophomore album ‘Traumazine.’

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While Keyshia Cole has maintained a presence of sorts by way of reality TV and her Verzuz spar with Ashanti, the volume has been noticeable quiet when it comes to new music.

Indeed, it’s been almost five years since the 2017 release of the songbird’s most recent studio album, ’11:11 Reset.’

However, that all looks set to change. Because the star has revealed that she’s gearing up to hatch fresh material.

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The drama between B2K has boiled to scorching degrees in the wake of Omarion‘s new docu-series ‘Omega: The Gift & The Curse.’

As reported, the special – which was originally set for release last month – chronicles the group’s ill-fated reunion on The Millennium Tour. 

With the episodes now unlocked, Raz B has spoken up and out about what he deems betrayal from his former bandmate.

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Beyonce has long been a dependable vendor for dynamite dancefloor anthems. And her latest bop ‘Break My Soul’ continues that trajectory.

Serviced as the lead release from Queen Bey’s chart-topping seventh studio album ‘Renaissance,’ the song proved an immediate hit and went on to top the Billboard Hot 100. A tally it currently reigns atop of.

Now, ‘Soul’ has added another achievement to its mantel.

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BLACKPINK are back and bulldozing records in the process.

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2022 is proving itself to be quite the year for Rap icon Snoop Dogg.

As if kicking it off as part of a historic headlining Hip-Hop collective at this year’s Super Bowl wasn’t enough (as we reported here), the 50-year-old unveiled his own cereal – Snoop Loopz – and announced his attachment to multiple TV ventures including hosting duties for NBC’s ‘American Song Contest’ as well as Peacock’s ‘So Dumb It’s Criminal.’

Never losing sight of his first love (music), Dogg continues to chase record-breaking stats in the entertainment genre – most recently landing the 12th top 10 hit of his career.

Hop inside to see how the arrival came as a career milestone for the legendary emcee.

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