The Weeknd‘s ‘House of Balloons’ has turned 10.

In honor of the project’s anniversary, he has released the effort to streaming services, where it will be available for the first time in its primitive form with the original mixes and samples.

‘House of Balloons’ was first released as a free download on March 21, 2011 before its commercial release to streaming services in February 2015.

However, the version that appeared on streaming services did not include the original mixes.

The mixtape was the first in The Weeknd’s three-part ‘Trilogy’ compilation and featured the songs ‘Wicked Games’ and ‘The Morning.’

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Over its 62-year history, the Hot 100 has repeatedly proven itself to be a boys club.  But thanks to artists like Mariah Carey, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Rihanna, and other musical leading ladies, the playing field gets a little more even every year.

For evidence, one needn’t look much further than rapstress Cardi B – who recently nabbed her fifth chart-topper on the tally thanks to her latest single, ‘Up.’

No stranger to racing into history books, the historic accomplishment not only made her the first female rapper in history to have two Hot 100 #1 hits without a credited supporting feature but it also extended her record of most chart-toppers among female rappers (5).

And while she holds that title by her lonesome, there are other historic achievements attained by ‘Up’ that puts her in prestigious, Girl Powered company.

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Dua Lipa had a close call while on her trip to Mexico City.

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Cardi B has done it again!

For, the femcee has scored her fifth #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with her latest single ‘Up.’

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R-E-S-P-E-C-T is the one thing the estate of Aretha Franklin says they did not receive from the makers of ‘Genius: Aretha,’ a miniseries designed to chronicle the diva’s historic rise to fame.

For that reason, they’re calling for a boycott of the National Geographic TV special.

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New Demi Lovato music is on the way.

However, she won’t be flying solo. For, she has enlisted the help of Saweetie who will appear on the album alongside her.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 13th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its luster.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Porsha Cynthia, and newcomer Drew Sidora will be serving up on episode 15 / season 13?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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Dua Lipa dazzled on the GRAMMYs stage last week and is reaping the rewards on this week’s iteration of the Billboard 200.

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It’s a hit-for-hit battle for the ages!

The Isley Brothers and Earth, Wind & Fire are set to face off on #VERZUZ in what may be its most epic showdown of classics yet.

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Sam Smith is keeping to their promise of pouring out new projects just a few months removed from the release of their latest studio album ‘Love Goes.’

This week brought with it ‘Love Goes: Live At Abbey Road Studios.’

Recorded at the legendary venue, the live set fused cuts from the original LP with much-loved tracks from Smith’s broader discography.

The Brit also included their own take on Cyndi Lauper‘s classic ‘Time After Time’ – the video for which has been released in support of the album.

Head below to see Smith in action. A one-on-one chat with Lauper also awaits…

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Victoria Monét joined the Mom club this month when she gave birth to a bouncing baby girl named Hazel.

The newborn is the first child for the singer-songwriter and her beau, fitness model/trainer John Gaines.

Now, the ‘Moment’ performer is ready to introduce the youngster to the masses.

Meet baby Hazel below…

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#VERZUZ has reloaded and is ready to roll!

As reported, creators Timbaland and Swizz Beatz sold the battle platform to Triller but remain in the mix as the format enters a new chapter.

Part of that process has seen #VERZUZ break from protocol to pre-announce its upcoming spars – while still leaving a little to the imagination.

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