Chris Brown and Usher returned to Atlanta for the latest stop on their blockbuster ‘R&B Tour.’

However, the first night of their history-making five-show run has been met with complaints about a late start, as well as fresh online speculation about the relationship between the two R&B superstars.

Now, Brown has added his voice to the conversation, although exactly what he was addressing remains unclear.

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Gugu Mbatha-Raw is heading into dangerous waters in ‘Trinity.’

Netflix has unveiled the first trailer for the eight-episode thriller, which pairs the actress with Richard Madden and arrives on December 1.

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Future is back with a blockbuster collaboration!

For, the Rap titan has unleashed his new single ‘Ya Hit’ featuring Drake, Travis Scott, and Loe Shimmy.

The star-studded track serves as the first official taste of the MC’s forthcoming album.

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The MOBO Awards are marking a monumental milestone with a series of celebrations honoring 30 years of Black music and culture.

And this year’s anniversary carries particular significance.

For, alongside a special BBC One programme and major exhibition, the organisation will pay a moving tribute to its pioneering founder, Kanya King, who sadly passed away in June.

With the celebrations culminating on November 18, the festivities promise to salute both the institution’s remarkable history and the visionary who brought it to life.

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After thrilling fans with previous yuletide-themed cuts ‘Winter Wonderland,’ ‘Merry Christmas Baby,’ and more, Chloe Bailey is adding yet another gem to her growing holiday catalog with new song ‘Mrs. Claus Don’t Have 2 Know.’

Far from your grandma’s traditional Christmas number, the bass-buoyed bop – released Friday (November 6) – is a Pop-Rock-leaning cut chockfull of sexual innuendoes and spicy, eye-popping lyrics.

“I’ll be so naughty and nice / Come give your sugar some spice / Don’t havе to say, it’s all right / Now watch me ride it all night…Mrs. Claus don’t have 2 know,” Bailey wails.

Some grown folks, “Christmas after dark” type of action, hop inside to hear ‘Mrs. Claus’ in full.

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A 23-year wait for a new B2K album ended on Friday (November 6) with the arrival of the group’s reunion effort ‘Eclipse.’

Their first studio album since 2003’s ‘Pandemonium,’ ‘Eclipse’ was officially announced in early October on the wings of the warm critical reception of their comeback single ‘Mileage.’

In the time since, the R&B quartet has thrilled longtime followers with that tune’s dancefloor-ready follow-up ‘Lil Freak‘ – further building buzz for the return LP.

A 12-song set featuring Bow Wow as its only feature, hop inside to stream ‘Eclipse’ in full via Apple Music and Spotify.

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Having already used their combined powers to launch MULTIPLE singles into the Billboard Hot 100’s top 20 over the last few years (see: ‘Whatchu Kno About Me‘ and the Tyler, the Creator-led ‘Sticky‘), female Rap sensations Sexyy Red and GloRilla are looking to keep their hot streak going with another joint effort: ‘Jiggly Bow Bow.’

Looking past the mixed reviews landed during its period of ample teasing, ‘Bow’ first bowed on digital shelves courtesy of Yo Gotti’s CMG the Label and Interscope Records on Thursday (November 5).

“One night only, I’m from outta town (Sexyy) / Fine country b-tch, he tryna take me down (Skeet, skeet) / Throw that a– back, make my mama proud (Like, wow) / Now make that motherf-cker jiggly baow baow,” the GRAMMY nominees eloquently relay over Ace Charisma production.

Tapping Arrad to direct its hilarious music video, hop inside to see the mischief and mayhem the ladies get into in their latest tag-teamed clip.

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Olivia Rodrigo may be busy thrilling audiences across America on her ‘Unraveled Tour‘ in support of her latest chart-topping album ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,’ but the GRAMMY winner is still finding time to treat her dedicated fans (affectionately called #Livies) to an early Christmas present in the form of her first-ever holiday release.

Announced just this week, the festive track – titled ‘Take Me Home (4 Christmas)’ – was co-written by Rodrigo alongside longtime collaborator Dan Nigro as well as hitmaker Amy Allen. 

“I’ve been patient and merry and kind / And I’ve been waiting a really long time / I want you to take me home / And not so we can make out / I want you to take me home / Take me home to your parents’ house,” she sings over Nigro production in the song’s November 5-released music video.

Tapping Cynthia Nixon and Ben Marshall to lead the features in the star-studded clip, hop inside to see the Bardia Zeinali-directed action.

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B2K are reminding fans why their place in R&B history remains firmly cemented.

The group reunited with their signature blend of vocals and vocal choreography for a special appearance on NBC‘s TODAY Show, treating viewers to a nostalgic performance medley.

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Nile Rodgers is standing firm on his use of artificial intelligence.

For, the legendary musician has fired back at critics questioning his decision to use AI in the upcoming music video for ‘The Christmas Song’, his charity collaboration with Rebecca Ferguson.

And the Chic hitmaker isn’t mincing his words.

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Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean are opening an exciting new chapter for the Fugees.

And there’s fresh music in the mix!

As the legendary Hip-Hop collective celebrates 30 years of its classic album ‘The Score’, the pair have joined forces with international art platform CIRCA to launch ‘FUGEES HOPELINE’.

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Solange is lifting the lid on her musical journey, revealing that she’s spent the last seven years writing, recording, and refining her craft.

And with anticipation high for the follow-up to her acclaimed 2019 album ‘When I Get Home’, the GRAMMY winner’s latest update offers an intriguing look at what she’s been cooking up.

Taking to Instagram, the eclectic songstress shared a collection of studio photographs, notably focusing on instruments and recording spaces rather than herself.

Accompanying the images was a detailed reflection titled ‘Notes on 7 Years Of Recording Production.’

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