Monica took center-stage at the She Got Now extravaganza this weekend.

Jointly presented by ESSENCE and Pepsi, the event brought the HBCU homecoming on-campus experience to ESSENCE STUDIOS.

In the process, it brought it with it two special performances from the R&B veteran – who also celebrated her 40th birthday yesterday.

Mo rocked the house with new single ‘Trenches’ and classic ‘So Gone.’

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Lauren Jaureugui has long used her voice for causes close to her heart and she continues said trajectory by encourages the masses to vote.

The singer, who rose to prominence as part of Fifth Harmony, took center-stage solo at the Central Florida Vote Fest to perform and amplifying the importance of voting early. Especially during a time like the present.

During her set, Jauregui delivered a rousing rendition of Beyonce‘s 2016 hit ‘Freedom.’ An apt choice in light of the event and her sentiment, she said of the song:

“I feel like it’s relevant to the energy of the moment and I wanted to do a song that was (likewise relevant to the moment)”

Other songs performed include ‘Expectations’ (which maintain is still epic) and ’50ft.’

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Kelly Rowland is stacking up her movie credits, with her latest being Hulu Original ‘Bad Hair.’

Helmed by Justin Simien (creator of the ‘Dear White People’ film and franchise), the horror flick sees Ms. Kelly star has 80s diva Sandra. 

For the role, the 39-year-old – who is expecting her second child – excitingly got to create a music video that sews together the various songs she has on the film’s soundtrack.

An ode to visuals of the 80s, Rowland commits in earnest – dancing up a storm!

What are you waiting for? Watch Sandra in action after the jump…

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Adele may not have been the musical guest on this evening’s episode of Saturday Night Live. But the masses were still treated to a “performance” courtesy of her powerful pipes.

The mega-star hosted the episode, which typically means that a series of skits will be dotted throughout the show. And tonight was no different.

In one hilarious segment spoofing The Bachelor, the singer breaks out into song – raising the roof with the likes of ‘Someone Like You,’ ‘Hello,’ and ‘Rolling In The Deep.’

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#Verzuz is returning for its second season!

Up next to the showcase their musical talents on the platform is South Carolina’s Jeezy and ATL’s T.I.

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Adele made her triumphant return to Saturday Night Live this evening!

The superstar singer served as the evening’s host, while H.E.R. was the show’s musical guest.

And yet given the enormity of Adele’s star and the industry-wide excitement that surrounds her forthcoming album, many wondered why she wasn’t the focal point of the episode musically.

Well, ever frank, the British belter revealed that it’s due to her LP still not being finished.

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Drake fans will have to wait a short while for his hotly anticipated new album, ‘Certified Lover Boy.’

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All roads lead to October 30 for Ariana Grande.

For, the date brings with it the hatching of the songbird’s sixth studio album ‘Positions.’

Preceded by its title track, it’s now been revealed that the LP will bring with it collaborations with the likes of The Weeknd, Doja Cat, and Ty Dolla $ign. 

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Iggy Azalea welcomed her first child back in June and now she’s giving the world its first glimpse of her baby boy.

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Justin Bieber is extending his partnership with YouTube as he continues to give fans a closer look at his life and professional process.

The Pop pin-up has announced ‘Justin Bieber: Next Chapter’ as his latest documentary series for the streamer, following ‘Seasons’ – which arrived at the start of the year in support his ‘Changes’ album.

Now, as the star marches towards the release of his next LP, he’s inviting the masses into his world once again.

Check out the first look trailer below…

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Dua Lipa has a growing fanbase, which includes one of music’s most seasoned superstars – Jennifer Lopez!

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Kelly Rowland is a busy belle these days.

Indeed, when not cooking up a new album, the pregnant singer is adding to her film portfolio. And Justin Simien‘s Hulu effort ‘Bad Hair’ is her latest.

Ms. Kelly appears in the edgy movie, which also stars Usher and Lena Waithe, as 80s singer Sandra.

A role which brings with it original new music performed by the star.

With ‘Bad Hair’ now available to stream, so too is its soundtrack – which features THREE new songs from Rowland.

Head below to listen to ‘I Get It,’ ‘So You Know,’ and ‘One Night.’

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