In late October 2022, Bruno Mars made history when he became the first artist to be attached to six Diamond-certified songs from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). “Diamond” denotes sales equivalence of 10 million in the United States.

The RIAA only credited five of those songs to the ‘Grenade’ singer’s cumulative count, a historic feat that was matched in February when The Weeknd‘s ‘Earned It’ earned him the fifth Diamond plaque of his career.

As fans of music’s leading crooners waited with bated breath to see who would break the tie, popular rapper Post Malone surprised with an upset Thursday (April 20) when it was announced he is now the sole owner of the record-breaking title for most Diamond-certified singles.

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‘Married to Medicine’ season has been headlines before it even airs, thanks to the buzz around the major new name joining the cast. 

And while the arrival of a certain Phaedra Parks (from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’) has come in tandem with the departure of two cast members, there will be one familiar face fans will be seeing – and it’s that of Quad Webb.

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FLO continue to leave a global footprint and the present path sees the trio pounding the promotional pavements of the US.

Renee, Stella, and Jorja are currently on their first-ever Stateside tour and their latest stop was Webster Hall in New York City.

With the capacity crowd belting their bops word for word, the British R&B ensemble wowed with cuts such as ‘Cardboard Box,’ ‘Immature,’ ‘’Summertime,’ and their newest single ‘Fly Girl.’

The ladies’ showing comes ahead of a major performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon this evening (April 20).

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As of Pop’s reigning Queens, Janet Jackson continues to enjoy a colossal career like no other.

Parallel to such status is a story that is equally compelling.

And, according to a new report, the legend is in talks for a biopic TV series spotlighting her life that will have fans ‘So Excited.’

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After Friday (April 14) brought with it ‘Me’ and ‘Mine,’ the first two singles from Kelly Clarkson‘s forthcoming album ‘Chemistry,’ the GRAMMY and EMMY-winning diva wasted no time hopping on the promo trail in their support.

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‘Can We‘ collaborators SWV and Missy Elliott can count themselves head of the class of names set to be recognized at the 2023 Black Music Honors.

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The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) took to press Friday (April 14) to announce Camila Cabello‘s ‘Familia‘ hit ‘Bam Bam‘ has been welcomed to her family of Platinum hits.

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Rita Ora is wasting approximately no time lighting a match under the campaign for her new album ‘You & I.’

The chart-topper’s third studio effort and its July 14 was announced earlier today (April 19) and the media maven has unlocked its latest single ‘Praising You’ hours later.

Built around a sample of Fatboy Slim‘s classic 1998 smash ‘Praise You,’ the track is billed as a feature with the Dance giant.

Speaking on the release, Ora said:

“To not only get Norman (Fatboy Slim)’s stamp of approval but to actually collaborate with him and pay homage to such a massive song from my childhood was truly a surreal experience. I think this record means something different for everyone, but from my perspective, it’s about praising your loved ones and really celebrating those relationships. I’m incredibly honoured that we get to breathe new life into the song and re-introduce it to a whole new generation.”

Speaking of the rework, Norman (Fatboy Slim) added:

“From a chance meeting late one night in the Naughty Corner at Glastonbury a friendship and collaboration grew that on paper may look unlikely. Yet here it is, and it has a life of its own!”

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For both artists and attendees, Coachella is often a spectacle enjoyed over two weekends.

However, for Frank Ocean, it’s officially a case of one and done.

Because it’s just been announced that the singer has dramatically dropped out of week 2 of this year’s festival in the wake of his polarizing live comeback.

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Drake is renowned for stirring up conversation – both on record and off.

The latest centers on the latter.

For, the chart-topping MC has ignited ample chatter on social media after sharing a snap many are deeming a “thirst trap.”

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Legendary actor Morgan Freeman has been nabbing headlines for his candor on the topic of race.

The 85-year-old, who rarely does interviews, was more than open when chatting with ‘The Sunday Times’ about concepts he doesn’t like – a chat that led him to discuss his disdain for the terms ‘African American’ and ‘Black History Month.’

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Rita Ora has lifted the lid on her third studio album.

The Pop force and 5-time chart-topper has officially announced her incoming LP ‘You & I.’

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