A music industry veteran of over 25 years, Tank – for his own hits as well as those he’s penned for others – is easily one of the most revered male R&B vocalists of his generation.

With that reverence and experience, the singer-songwriter (born Durrell Babbs) has not shied away from voicing his displeasure over the changes he’s seen in the business over the years – chiefly as it applies to the commercial reception (or lack thereof) of R&B and the ease in which up-and-coming acts are so quickly deemed leaders of the genre.

His stance on those honorific titles landed him in hot water with rising rapper Yung Bleu earlier this week, sending both acts’ fans into a frenzy over their heated exchange.

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Jesy Nelson may have another collaboration on the way.

This time around, it appears as though she is bringing producer and Black Eyed Peas member Will.I.Am along for the ride.

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Olivia Rodrigo may have had one of the most successful debut eras in recent years when she released ‘Sour’ last year. However, it appears as though the follow-up is already in the works.

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BTS is headed to Sin City.

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Having conquered the music world with multiple GRAMMY wins, numerous Billboard top 10 hits, and several Platinum-certified records, Megan Thee Stallion is ready to trot to the film and TV side of the Hollywood yard to expand her success.

Just days after it was announced the 27-year-old is readying her feature film debut in the forthcoming musical comedy ‘F*cking Identicial Twins’ (as we reported here), she’s revealed the venture is only her first of many forays onto the big and small screen.

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In the realm of R&B, Mary J. Blige‘s 30-year career is nearly unrivaled – a status underscored by the Billboard welcome of her latest studio album, ‘Good Morning Gorgeous.’

The 13-track affair, which features guest appearances from Usher, DJ Khaled, Anderson. Paak, and more, was quickly hailed a critical touchdown upon its release on February 11 (just two days before her historic Super Bowl Halftime Show).

In addition to the buzz she drummed up in promotion of the big game, Blige embarked on an extensive campaign in the LP’s support – touching ‘Good Morning America,’ ‘The View,’ ‘The Breakfast Club,’ and a number of other high profile spots in the process.

Those efforts, according to industry analysts, would lead the project to be the diva’s 14th top 20 debut on the Billboard 200.  Now that the tracking week is behind her, look inside to see just where ‘Gorgeous’ landed.

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Congratulations are in order for Da Brat and longtime partner Jesseca ‘Judy’ Dupart. 

Because the couple has officially tied the knot.

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Lizzo lights up the latest issue of Variety Magazine and, true to form, left jaws ajar.

And it wasn’t just her stunning look, but also her quotables.

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It may only be the middle of the week, but Megan Thee Stallion has been a fixture in the headlines.

First, it was another layer to the legal wrangle with her record label.

Now, it’s relating to the court case against Tory Lanez, who has been charged with shooting her in the foot.

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Normani finally looks set to unlock brand new music.

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As enduring divas go, few can rival the fine wine-ness of Patti LaBelle.

Indeed, despite over six decades in the spotlight, the vocal powerhouse has lost none of her potency.

Case in point is her brand new NPR Tiny Desk Concert. 

Backed by a full band, the legend performed ‘Something Special (Is Gonna Happen Tonight),’ ‘Love, Need and Want You’, ‘If Only You Knew,’ and ‘Lady Marmalade.’

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With the #2 entry of her Lil Baby-assisted single ‘Do We Have a Problem’ on last week’s Billboard Hot 100, Nicki Minaj made history for becoming the first female rapper to have 20 top 10 hits.

Despite the tune slipping 30 places in week 2, her follow-up tag team with Baby has delivered news she’s extended another history-making effort on the chart.

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