Ed Sheeran is hot on the promotional trail.

Case in point, the music superstar is the latest singer to appear on NPR‘s ‘Tiny Desk Concert’ series.

During his time, he performed songs from his upcoming album ‘= (equals)’ such as: ‘Shivers,’ ‘Bad Habits,’ and ‘Visiting Hours.’ He also took the time to perform a new song called ‘Overpass Graffiti’ and a cover of Foy Vance’s ‘Make It Rain.’

Sheeran’s appearance on the program was one of only a few he will be doing in-person now that he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 (as we reported here).

‘=’ is set to hit shelves October 29.

In the meantime, watch Ed Sheeran perform his hits below…

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Kid Cudi is making moves.

This time the ‘Pursuit Of Happiness’ rapper is venturing into the world of documentaries with his own called ‘A Man Named Scott.’

The trailer for the documentary features commentary from his collaborator Pharrell, who speaks about his creativity and artistry. He goes on to say that Cudi is an artist that does not “adhere to boundaries” and that “No one can tell us how to express ourselves.”

The film was directed by Robert Alexander and is being billed as a look into Cudi’s journey “over a decade of creative choices, struggles, and breakthroughs.”

The film is set to arrive on Amazon Prime Video on November 5.

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BIA is keeping the pedal to the metal with the release of her new single ‘Can’t Touch This.’ 

Lifted from the deluxe edition from the femcee’s album ‘For Certain,’ the track was produced by DJ Pharoah, London Jae, as well as IROCC and samples Kelis’ 2003 classic ‘Milkshake.’

Directed by BenMarc, the clip follows the Nicki Minaj-assisted remix of ‘Whole Lotta Money’(which peaked in the top 20 of the Hot 100) and her stint as the supporting act Don Toliver’s ‘Life Of A Don Tour.’

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After making a grand return to the charts, Adele has announced her live comeback. And it’ll be on home soil.

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Just days after the premiere of her latest music video, ‘For Anyone,’ 4x GRAMMY-winning R&B superstar H.E.R. delivered a live rendition to the masses via an appearance Wednesday night’s episode of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ (October 20).

The critically acclaimed cut, found aboard her official debut album ‘Back of My Mind,‘ was brought to life with the help of a four-piece backing band while the songstress (born Gabriella Wilson) crooned the heartbreak anthem’s lyrics about not being able to move on from a love-gone-wrong.

Did you miss the stirring showing when it first aired? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

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While Saweetie supporters are waiting for her to unzip news about her serially delayed debut album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ the ‘Tap In’ beauty is tapping into new ways to show off her versatility via the forthcoming Netflix special, ‘Sex: Unzipped.’

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Dave Chapelle has been at the center of quite the media storm following his Netflix special ‘The Closer.’

As seen by millions, the comedian delivered a polarizing set that saw him muse heavily on transgender people.

The special ignited heated debate about when “freedom of speech” becomes offensive and whether society is being too sensitive.

Tensions escalated the more when a sect of the streamer’s employees staged a walkout in protest.

Now, Chapelle has spoken up and out with a set of words that will no doubt draw a mixed response.

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The popular ‘True to the Game’ film franchise – based on the Teri Woods novel of the same name –  is adding another chapter to its evolving story courtesy of a forthcoming third installment.

Reassembling some of the main cast members from its first edition (Columbus Short, Vivica A. Fox, Erica Peeples, and more), the David Wolfgang-directed part 3 – said to be its ‘most explosive yet’ – calls on a few new faces to fill out its captivating take on street life, street love, and the battle for balance between the concepts.

Ahead of its theatrical premiere on December 3, look inside to see the crime thriller’s gripping trailer.

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Although the promised summer release date of her Saweetie‘s long-awaited debut album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ has come and gone, that hasn’t stopped her growing legion of fans from spinning her previous hits in anticipation of its arrival.

Evidence of this comes courtesy of her enduring, Doja Cat-assisted hit, ‘Best Friend.’  Released in January, the tune clawed its way to a #14 peak just a few months later (becoming her second top 20 hit in the process following 2020’s ‘Tap In’).

As if that personal milestone wasn’t enough to celebrate, the Recording Industry Association of America recently revealed the cut’s etched another for the 28-year-old.

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J Balvin has released a statement after blazing backlash over the video for his new song ‘Perra.’

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Porsha Williams may have announced her exit from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ but she’ll still be bringing the drama – this by way of her official spin-off show, ‘Porsha’s Family Matters.’

And the first look trailer is here.

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After ample speculation, the official season 14 ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ cast has been confirmed.

Loyalists of the hit Bravo series will note that the show has taken an extended hiatus and is currently off-air during what has annually been its launch frame.

Insiders have claimed that a combination of COVID’s chaos and questionable casting caused a collective dissatisfaction with season 13. As such, all the stops are being pulled to ensure season 14 hits the mark. Especially in the light of the departures of Cynthia Bailey and Porsha Williams. 

Now, with the new cast confirmed, you can be the judge as to whether the right moves were made.

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