It’s been six months since Janelle Monae treated fans to their first listen of her song, ‘Turntables.’

Prominently featured on the 2020 Stacey Abrams‘ documentary, “All In: The Fight For Democracy,” the critically acclaimed tune is at the center of Oscar buzz as it’s one of 15 songs shortlisted for the Best Original Song category at this year’s Academy Awards.

And though Monae’s kept the focus on her acting career for most of the past year, she’s setting out to prove she can still rock a stage as evidenced by her appearance on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ Tuesday night (March 10).

Look inside to see Janelle crank out her second live performance of the politically charged cut in just the last month alone.

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If their new joint single is anything to judge by, the self-proclaimed King of R&B and Queen of Da Souf are some royal freaks.

Via ‘Freaky As Me,’ singer Jacquees and rapper Mulatto trade verses about their respective sexual prowess in the raunchy cut led by the former.

“You can give it all to me, I ain’t gon’ run from it, yeah / Keep it wet, all you gotta do is keep it one hunnid, yeah / Lay you down then I choke on it, ’til my nose runnin’ (Yeah) / F*ck me on the bed, full of all hunnids (Yeah) / We get straight to it ’cause we both want it (Yeah),” raps Big Latto.

Pulled from his forthcoming album, ‘P.T.O.F.,’ look inside to hear the song in full and see how the Urban duo bring it to life via a flashy music video directed by Brittany Bowman-Harris.

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As one of the best-selling recording artists of all-time, Celine Dion is no stranger to collecting certification plaques from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

One of few female artists to boast earning multiple Diamond-selling albums over her illustrious career, the international diva’s hit-filled catalog knows few rivals across music history – a truth cemented by the ongoing success of some of her beloved classics over 20 years after their respective releases.

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The revolution will be televised if H.E.R. has any say so on the matter.

‘Fight For You,’ the follow-up to her highest charting solo hit yet (‘Damage’), was an immediate knockout with fans and critics upon its early February release.  Now, the GRAMMY winner’s unveiled the empowering music video for the Golden Globe & Academy Award-nominated tune.

Found aboard the ‘Judas & the Black Messiah’ official soundtrack, the song’s accompanying visual fittingly pays homage to the Black Panther movement and draws attention to the history of violence against African Americans in the United States.

A “must see,” look inside to watch the gripping Child-directed clip in full:

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FX’s ‘Snowfall’ is back for its fiery fourth season and is delivering in earnest.

The 80’s-set American crime drama, created by the late John Singleton, has gained a loyal audience since its summer 2017 premiere and – in the process – has become one of its network’s flagship offerings.

With the action already proving addictive, That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with lead star Damson Idris – who opened up about the process of shooting the new season, his frame of mind during filming, and his desire to honor Singleton with his efforts.

Check out their chat above…

Tune in to ‘Snowfall’ every Wednesday at 10/9c pm on FX to see Idris star as Franklin Saint.

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‘Basketball Wives’ has bounced back onto screens for its 9th season and is already proving to be a slam dunk.

This installment of the popular VH1 series brings with it the return of Shaunie O’Neal, Malaysia Pargo, Evelyn Lozada, Jackie Christie, Jennifer Williams, Kristen Scott, Ogom “OG” Chijindu, and Feby Torres.

Beyond navigating the complexities of the current global health crisis, the ladies will be seen dealing with unresolved fractures in their individual and collective relationships.

Next week sees the drama drummed up even more in episode 6 of season 9 (and beyond).

Check out a sneak peek preview before it airs below…

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Chloe X Halle are making a mark in music and beyond.

With just a few days to go before the GRAMMYs (where the singing sisters are up for two awards), the Parkwood pair have been unveiled as new faces of Neutrogena. 

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Check out Michael B. Jordan!

The actor and budding mogul covers the April issue of Men’s Health magazine.

Arriving weeks after his groundbreaking Amazon Studios deal was publicized, the feature lands ahead of Jordan’s forthcoming movie ‘Without Remorse.’

With such an action-packed career on screen and mega-strides occurring behind the camera, the Hollywood pin-up is tasked with centering himself and finding balance amidst the busyness of being Mr MBJ.

As well as posing it up in the skin-baring spread, he opened up about how he’s navigating challenges on his journey.

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Polarizing UK TV host Piers Morgan dramatically “left” his role on Good Morning Britain yesterday amidst flames of fury caused by his dismissal of Meghan Markle’s comments about feeling suicidal. He brashly branded her sentiments as lies.

Though renowned for his firework style of delivery and debate, many felt Morgan crossed the line and ran the risk of making those experiencing similar feelings fearful of being dismissed too.

As it turns out, so did reps for Markle.

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Kanye West has returned to the studio.

According to Ye’s frequent collaborator CyHi, Yeezy is back working on his ‘DONDA’ album.

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Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock is making major moves.

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Gwen Stefani is keeping the new music coming.

For, just weeks after making a return with buzz cut ‘Let Me Reintroduce Myself,’ the singer has officially announced follow-up effort ‘Slow Clap.’

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