Thanks to the long-awaited release of the big screen Aretha Franklin biopic, ‘Respect’ (in theaters now), all eyes are on its star Academy and GRAMMY-winning Jennifer Hudson.

Rightfully so, as she’s not only been garnering acclaim from the industry’s top critics for her portrayal of the Queen of Soul but she’s also hit the promo trail something serious in its support.

Her latest promotional pit stop came Thursday (August 12) via a visit to ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’  While there, J.Hud stunned the audience with a live rendition of Franklin signature classic, ‘Respect,’ as well as an entertaining conversation about her last moments with the music royal and so much more.

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

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For the last 11 years, Iggy Azalea – via a slew of mixtapes, studio albums, and EPs – has turned the music world on its head with her Australian-meets-Southern U.S. dialect, unwavering dedication to the production of quality music videos, and drop of bop-after-bop across Hip Hop and Pop.

And while those efforts were met with varying levels of success, what remained constant was that her devoted fans – affectionately called #Azaleans – seemed to have an insatiable appetite for her content, demanding more after each critically-acclaimed delivery.

Yet, as alluded to by the title of her August 13-released album ‘End of An Era’ (click here to stream), all good things must come to an end.

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A week after introducing music lovers to their Saweetie and Lele Pons-assisted new song, the Ammo-produced ‘Hit It’ (as we reported here), hitmakers will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo – better known collectively as Black Eyed Peas – are back with its official music video.

The colorful clip sees Lele command the sexual tune’s hook while will, Saweetie, and apl.de.ap take to the beach, the clouds, the race track, and other unique locations to respectively boast about their sexual prowess.

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August 9 brought with it the 15th anniversary of Christina Aguilera‘s third studio album, the critically-acclaimed ‘Back to Basics.’

Lauded as a masterful, modern homage to music’s big band/jazz era of the ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s, the project solidified Xtina’s role as her generation’s top sonic chameleon – daringness rewarded with her highest first-week sales to date.

Now, as fans – affectionately called #Fighters – prepare for the diva’s long-awaited new album, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has gone to press to reveal said fans haven’t exactly slowed on spinning her golden jams of yesterday.

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After years of fan demand, it looks like Phaedra Parks is returning the ‘Real Housewives’ universe.

But there’s a twist.

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Nicki Minaj and her husband Kenneth Petty are being sued and it’s by the woman he was convicted of attempting to rape in 1995.

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MJ Rodriguez has ‘Something To Say’ on her like-titled new single.

Having risen to prominence on ‘Pose,’ the Emmy nominee is lighting a match under her musical ambition.

Armed with the momentum of her acting success, Rodriguez has unwrapped the video for ‘Something.’

Directed by Dany Cerno, the visual sees the star shine against a variety of vibrant backdrops and dances up a storm throughout.

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City are back for their second season on Bravo and it looks to be unmissable.

A first look trailer has been unleashed and brings with it confirmation that it’ll be a high drama affair.

Premiering September 12, the show’s sophomore season is anchored by Jen Shah, Mary Cosby, Heather Gay, Meredith Marks, Lisa Barlow, and Whitney Rose.

The ladies are also joined by newcomer Jennie Nguyen, who will be appearing as a full-time Housewife.

Naturally, Jen’s highly publicized legal woes take center stage and look to be a focal point of the season.

What are you waiting for? Watch the first look trailer for RHOSLC season 2 below…

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Stefflon Don is back and blazing with ‘Dip’ – her brand new collaboration with fellow Brit-bred rapper Ms. Banks. 

Together, the pair trade fiery verses on the dancefloor jam, which arrived moments ago alongside its accompanying video.

Directed by Wowa, the colorful clip sees the ladies up the ante with high-octane choreography courtesy of Kash Powell.

The jam follows fan-favorite ‘Can’t Let You Go’ as the latest taste of Steff’s forthcoming project.

Watch the visual for dynamic visual for ‘Dip’ below…

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Monica has not one but two new albums on the way.

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Billie Eilish is hitting the road in 2022 for her ‘Happier Than Ever’ tour and she is bringing along some very special guests.

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Wizkid is keeping the ‘Made In Lagos’ party going.

For, fresh from releasing a Justin Bieber assisted remix of ‘Essence,’ Surulere’s finest has announced a deluxe edition of its parent album.

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