Having penned some of the 21st century’s most memorable R&B anthems, Alicia Keys knows a thing or two about songwriting.

Sharing that expertise with the next generation of musical superstars, the 15-time GRAMMY winner’s tutelage is the focal point of the forthcoming Paramount+ documentary ‘Uncharted.’

Filmed at Keys’ She Is The Music songwriting camp, the revealing look shines a spotlight on the barriers Black and Brown female songwriters face trying to break into the music industry.

“Everything done in this film was done by women in every capacity,” says Keys of the talented hopefuls taking center stage. “You get a true sense of the journey of these artists and the songwriting process which is so special.

Ahead of its October 22 premiere in the United States, hop inside to see the official trailer of the Beth Aala-directed venture.

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Liam Payne‘s family has issued an emotional statement in the wake of the singer’s shocking death last night (October 16).

As reported, tragedy struck when the One Direction singer fell from the third-floor balcony at his hotel in Buenos, Argentina. The circumstances of which have yet to definitively be confirmed.

He was just 31.

With an outpouring of emotion from fans and Pop peers alike, Payne’s family has broken their silence.

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JAY-Z has long been clear that he’s not just a businessman – he’s a business, man.

And his latest move reaffirms that in earnest.

For, the mogul has re-upped his deal with the NFL to keep Roc Nation in pole position when it comes to the Super Bowl Halftime Show. 

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As if breaking into Billboard history books with her 12th studio album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran‘ wasn’t enough to brag about, now the latest Shakira era can boast seeing its supportive tour shatter global ticket sales records.

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Big Sean‘s sixth studio album, the August 30-released ‘Better Me Than You,’ not only broke his nearly decade-long #1s streak on the Billboard 200 when it became his first album to miss the top spot since 2013 but it marks a personal milestone for being his first studio effort to miss the top 20.

Undeterred by its #25 debut and peak, however, the critically acclaimed rapper (born Sean Anderson) is putting more fuel behind the project by gifting another of its fan favorites the video treatment.

“My baby, this big as it gets (Gets) / Run it up like my crib at the top of the hill / Really though, that’s ’cause it is (It is) / Quit being so sensitive and takin’ it personal, baby, it’s biz (What?) / I cut they a– off, but f-ck it, though, cut me a check, ho, it is what it is,” he raps on the Turbo-produced song.

Featuring fellow GRAMMY-nominated rapper Gunna, the clip’s arrival follows ‘Together Forever,’ ‘Yes,’ and ‘On Up.’

See the Diego Cruz-directed ‘Is’ visual inside.

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Wicked took on a new meaning for Cynthia Erivo recently after the EMMY, GRAMMY, and TONY-award winning singer-actress caught a glimpse of a fan-edited poster for her forthcoming film.

Hop inside to see her full response to artwork she deemed “the most offensive thing” she’s seen.

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From industry legends like Mary Lambert to peers Chris Brown, KeKe Palmer, Fantasia, Jazmine Sullivan, India Arie, and many others over the years, Brandy is no stranger to receiving adulation aplenty for her signature vocal stylings – a lauded technique that’s led many to deem her the “Vocal Bible.”

But from all who could lend praise, it’s hard to believe any could be higher than the Songbird Supreme Mariah Carey – one-third of the Vocal Trinity (alongside Whitney Houston and Celine Dion).

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One Direction fans aren’t the only ones taking to the Web to pour out condolences for late band member Liam Payne.

As reported here, the 31-year-old died in Buenos Aires recently after falling from a third floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.

And while fans of Payne’s chart-topping group eagerly await what members Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson have to say about the tragedy, other celebs like Ty Dolla $ign, Zedd, Paris Hilton, and more have already rushed to social media to break their silence.

See their touching statements inside.

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In breaking news, Liam Payne – famed for being a founder member of One Direction – had died.

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Megan Thee Stallion is giving the masses a closer look at her forthcoming documentary.

The Hot Girl Coach has paired up with Amazon’s Prime Video for the aptly titled ‘Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words’ special.

Set for release on October 31, the documentary film will see the superstar dive into various corners of her layered life – including her meteoric rise, legal hurdles, and much more.

Watch the first-look trailer below…

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From ‘In Da Club‘ to in da casino, rapper 50 Cent has reportedly secured a major coin for bringing his first-ever residency to the Las Vegas strip!

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Janet Jackson has largely been notable in her silence since the tragic death of her brother Tito Jackson.

As reported, the legendary Jackson 5 star passed away last month after suffering a cardiac arrest while on a road trip with friends last month.

His superstar sister has not been seen in the spotlight much since, sans the final few dates of her European ‘Together Again Tour.’

On the trek, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared a photo tribute at the emotional climax of the show.

Now, she’s speaking up.

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