The stars shine bright for one of music’s biggest calendar nights – the Billboard Music Awards 2022!

Live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the Diddy-hosted extravaganza features appearances from the likes of Icon recipient Mary J. Blige, Megan Thee Stallion, Chloe Bailey, Latto, Travis Scott, and Silk Sonic.

Check out the industry’s biggest names as they arrive at the scene.

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Janet Jackson jetted out to Las Vegas this weekend.

And, as well as celebrating her birthday at a surprise bash, the Queen of Pop attended Silk Sonic‘s fire-fuelled residency at Park Theater MGM.

Following the show, Ms. Jackson caught up with both Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak – the latter of whom DJ’d at her party.

Surely we aren’t alone in anticipating that long-overdue collaboration between Janet and Bruno?

At this juncture, we’ll gladly take it in any form! Be it her song, his song, a Silk Sonic song. We’re ready.

Pending then, peep more below.

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“You only see what your eyes want to see”

From The Vault is back with a masterpiece courtesy of Pop Queen, Madonna. Today’s pick is ‘Frozen.’

After becoming a mother and taking vocal lessons for her leading role in the movie ‘Evita,’ the entertainer was keen to drive her music and image in a more serious and introspective direction.

Armed with this goal, her Madgesty released her seventh studio album ‘Ray Of Light.’ ‘Frozen’ was its first single.

With its cinematic and atmospheric sonic mise en scéne, it marked the birth of a new Madonna for the world. One which embraced her with open arms.

The William Orbit-produced track was a worldwide hit, peaking at #2 in the US, #5 in Australia, and #1 in the UK.

Chris Cunningham was in charge of visually translating the moody ambiance of the track and let’s just say he hit a home run.

Appearing as an eerie and mystical being, a brunette Madonna – dressed in Gaultier – hovers above the ground in a bleak desert and shapeshifts into various animals.

The visual won an MTV VMA for Best Special Effects in 1998.

This single – as well as its parent album – remains a critic (and fan) favorite and continues to inspire the Pop landscape, as seen with the TikTok-championed release of its trap-infused remixes in recent months.

Polarizing to some, idolized by many, there is just no denying Madonna’s lasting impact nor her powerful ability to adapt and reinvent.

Ms. Ciccone, we salute you. Always.

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Janet Jackson‘s 56th birthday may be a day away, but the superstar singer was thrown a surprise bash – which was attended by some of her nearest and dearest.

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Camila Cabello is heading to The Voice. 

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Taylor Swift may have just begun the process of re-recording her first six albums, but it appears as though the impact is already being felt in the music industry.

Case in point, Ashanti is now crediting Swift for helping her to feel “empowered” to re-record her debut album.

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The Lovers & Friends Festival proved to be memorable on a number of fronts.

For, while attendees lapped up performances from the star-studded line-up (which included the likes of Usher, Ciara, and Lil Kim), an issue with stampeding led to injuries.

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Kendrick Lamar is hailed as a Hip-Hop royal for a multitude of reasons including his potent penmanship, his infallible flow, and his commercial clout.

All have created the perfect storm of buzz around the MC’s fifth studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ which looks like it’ll be stepping to big opening numbers.

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Kendrick Lamar is off to a colossal start with his brand new album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.’

Unleashed to feverish excitement from fans, the LP’s commercial performance is proving oh so reflective.

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Kehlani may have vowed to never do interviews after recent drama at a radio station, but they are keeping the promotion going for their new album ‘Blue Water Road.’

Their latest stop was The Angie Martinez Show on Power 105.1. 

During the relaxed chat, the star opened up about the project, motherhood, co-parenting, SZA romance rumors, and more.

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Little Mix has officially begun their indefinite hiatus.

But oh did they go out with a bang.

Playing to a sold-out crowd at London’s O2 Arena, Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards, and Leigh-Anne Pinnock brought electricity and emotion on what served as the final night of their ‘Confetti Tour’ and their final concert for the foreseeable future.

During the high-octane set, the ladies – who are each embarking on solo projects – powered through bops such as ‘Sweet Melody’ and ‘Touch,’ as well as heart-tugging dedication to each other – ‘Between Us.’

Head below for their address to fans, as well pics and clips…

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