It’s showtime for the stars of ‘BET Presents The Encore.’

Viewers have been glued to the series, which unites notable names from 90s and 00s ensembles with the goal of creating a  supergroup.

Produced by reality royal Carlos King, the cast is comprised of: Aubrey O’Day (Danity Kane), Kiely Williams (3LW), Shamari DeVoe (Blaque), Pamela Long (Total), Irish & LeMisha Grinstead (702), Fallon & Felisha King Cherish), and Nivea (Soloist).

The ladies lived together and were given a limited window to form a cohesive group and establish their live gravitas by way of intense dance classes, vocal training, and much more.

Differences and division meant not all of the cast made it to the finish line.

However, those that did have lifted the lid on their freshly formed four-piece group – which goes by the name BluPrint.

Ahead of tonight’s finale, they’ve unleashed their self-titled EP.

Comprised of the six songs they worked on over the course of the season with Kosine and Elijah Blake, tracks featured include ‘Skeletons’ and ‘Birds Eye View.’

With the hard work complete, listen to ‘BluPrint’ below…

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Check out MJ Rodriguez, who shines in the new digital issue of Shape Magazine.

Bulldozing barriers across multiple fields, the 30-year-old is undoubtedly most notable for her role in FX’s groundbreaking series ‘Pose.’

Indeed, her performance as lead Blanca Evangelista saw her make history as the first trans woman to nab a nomination in a major acting category at the Emmys. 

Ahead of the big night, Rodriguez is opening up about what the moment means to her, her new single ‘Something To Say,’ and more.

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It’s been almost seven years since Ashanti last released an album, but it appears the wait is almost over for new material from the R&B veteran.

Recent times have seen the singer juggling her standalone singles with her entrepreneurial and acting efforts.

But it looks like a more measured return to music is on the cards.

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Eminem may have long stopped rapping about his ex-wife Kim Scott, but that hasn’t stopped her from making headlines.

For, she is once again back in the press, and sadly it’s as a result of a suicide attempt.

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Beyonce and JAY-Z add to their ever-active business activity with a newly unveiled partnership with Tiffany & Co. 

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Lady Gaga is unquestionably one of music’s most versatile talents. And she’s set to remind why in the coming months.

For, as well as teaming with Tony Bennett for the collaborative album ‘Love For Sale,’ Mother Monster is also prepping a remixed incarnation of her chart-topping ‘Chromatica’ album.

As reported, the set is being spearheaded by Gaga and BloodPop and will feature an eclectic fusion of names such as Bree Runway, Rina Sawayama, and Pabllo Vittar.

Now, the force at the center of the project has cranked up the buzz machine.

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Usher is wowing crowds at his Las Vegas residency and recently treated a host of familiar faces to a close-up view of his widely praised spectacle.

Housed at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the latest show of the concert special was attended by a number of notable stars – including Normani (pictured above with the icon), Kevin Hart, Omarion, Floyd Mayweather, Jill Scott, Tyga, and many more.

Like the thousands in the capacity crowd, they watched as the veteran delivered dynamite performances of hits such as ‘Yeah,’ ‘Confessions,’ and ‘U Remind Me’ from the mega-selling ‘8701’ album – which celebrated its 20th anniversary over the weekend.

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Ayra Starr shines luminously on her debut studio album ’19 & Dangerous.’

A flavorsome blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and Pop, the project draws on the singer’s many influences while making clear that she is the unique ingredient to the excellence of her output.

Comprised of 11 electrifying tracks, the LP features contributions from mentor Don Jazzy, London, Louddaaa, and Andre Vibez.

The project is spearheaded by Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records  – the Nigeria-based imprint that spearheaded the careers of Tiwa Savage, Rema, and more.

Already making waves on an international scale, ’19 & Dangerous’ is led by singles ‘Away’ and ‘Bloody Samaritan.’

What are you waiting for? Take a listen below…

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Cop a gander of Normani!

The 25-year-old appears on the colorful new cover of Allure Magazine.

Landing on the heels of the launch of ‘Wild Side’ – her scorching new single with Cardi B, the feature sees the star assert her worthiness.

Ironically, while her former group Fifth Harmony cranked out a hit named ‘Worth It,’ the singer opens up about feeling anything but that during her time in the band.

Now, though, armed with an unshakable self-confidence and creative independence, she’s strutting ahead full steam to higher heights.

Head below for more from the name on everyone’s lips!

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Kanye West is on the move.

According to a new report, the ‘Stronger’ rapper has now moved on from Mercedes-Benz Stadium and found himself another home.

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Beyonce is back and fittingly blazes the cover of Harper’s Bazaar‘s ICON issue.

The stunning feature arrives ahead of the superstar’s 40th birthday on September 4 and in many ways functions as a gift to fans.

For, beyond posing it up for a full-spread lensed by Campbell Addy, the reclusive singer gave a rare interview and left no stone unturned.

Within the feature, she opened up about her life in earnest – personal and professional.

She opened up about purposefully taking a Sade and Prince approach to fame, the private hardships she faced behind the scenes, motherhood, her public perception, IVY PARK, incoming business ventures, and the fact she’s been working on new music for a year and a half.

Of the hotly anticipated material, Queen Bey – who rarely speaks about her music before its release – confirmed: “it’s coming!”

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Over its 63-year history, the Billboard Hot 100 has never experienced anything quite like Justin Bieber.

At just 27-years-young, the GRAMMY winner – already over a decade into his career – has amassed an unrivaled number of accolades on the tally which include being the youngest act to amass 100 Hot 100 hits, the only male vocalist to debut atop the tally 4 times, most top 10 debuts among male vocalists, and countless others.

As he ascended to #1 on the tally with his The Kid LAROI-shared hit, ‘Stay,’ this week (as we reported here), Bieber is now being penciled in history books for yet another insane feat!

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