Fresh off the release of her new single ‘This Hell,’ Rina Sawayama is ready to take over the world with her upcoming album ‘Hold The Girl.’

On her journey to do so, the rising pop superstar is the latest singer to cover the covet Rolling Stone UK. 

Lensed by Marcus Cooper, she does not hold back, giving a compelling interview that dishes on such topics as being inspired by Taylor Swift, her new music, competition in the industry and so much more.

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Elton John and Dua Lipa continue to bring the heat with their single ‘Cold Heart.’

Case in point, the song has now landed John a feat he hasn’t seen in over two decades.

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Nene Leakes is renowned for a number of catchphrases. However, in a dramatic turn of events, another woman is directing the iconic “close your legs to married men” at her.

And she’s taking her grievance to the courts.

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After not hearing his name called at the announcement of the 2022 BET Awards nominees, ‘Call Me By Your Name’ hitmaker Lil Nas X is calling out the network for the diss.

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Nearly 3 months after the slap heard around the world first shook airwaves, the altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock continues to be a hot topic in Hollywood.

But, beyond Smith’s highly publicized apologies, the two entertainment legends have been fairly mum on the historic incident – a situation Jada Pinkett-Smith is hoping changes soon.

As viewers know, Will’s on-stage assault of Rock came after the comedian cracked a joke about Jada’s bald head (which was later revealed to be the result of a bout with alopecia).

During a recent episode of her EMMY-winning Facebook Watch talk show ‘Red Table Talk,’ Pinkett-Smith dished in detail about the emotional and physical impact of the autoimmune disorder on her life before briefly addressing the infamous Oscars ordeal.

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From critics, fans, and celebrities alike (i.e. Rick Ross, Chance the Rapper, Ledisi, Lil Wayne, and many more), Anita Baker‘s been getting nothing but sweet love from doting concertgoers during her sold-out limited engagement at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.

The affair – which saw its tickets snapped up merely hours after going on sale (as we reported here) – kicked off May 20 and, ahead of its June 4 wrap-up, has only increased touring demands for the semi-retired diva.

Despite previously teasing intent to take the Vegas act on the road, the official answer to the request of diehard fans came early in the show’s run when Baker confirmed she’s set to bring her brigade of hits to arenas all across North America.

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Jack Harlow has teamed with Drake for ‘Churchill Downs’ – the latest single to be lifted from his sophomore album ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You.’

Following on from chart-topping smash ‘First Class,’ the fan-favorite track sees the rappers trade potent reflective verses.

For its accompanying video (which was unleashed moments ago), the duo journey to the Kentucky Derby in Harlow’s hometown.

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Check out Bree Runway!

The rising star scorches on the latest cover of Dazed Magazine.

Arriving on the heels of three sold-out shows in the US, the Campbell Addy lensed spread also saw the eclectic artist open up about her creative spirit, incoming album, her friendship with female Rap pioneer Foxy Brown, and more.

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Megan Thee Stallion rocked the net with her fan-demanded single ‘Plan B.’

Unleashed live during the Hot Girl Coach’s set at Coachella, the rapper followed its on-stage showing with a formal release.

Fuelled by buzz aplenty, the song debuted at #29 on the Billboard Hot 100.

And the femcee is continuing the push for the track with the incoming arrival of its music video.

Set to premiere tomorrow (June 2), a titillating trailer has been unlocked.

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The verdict has been handed down in the headline-grabbing defamation case actor Johnny Depp mounted against ex-wife Amber Heard.

And Depp has won in a unanimous verdict read out in a Virginia courtroom.

The 58-year-old sued the ‘Aquaman 2’ actress for $50 million for what he claims were defamatory allegations made about him in an op-ed piece; remarks centered on sexual and verbal abuse as well as domestic violence.

Heard countersued for defamation to the tune of $100 million.

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As the age-old adage goes: time heals all wounds.

And while that may not be the case for some, it is the case for former 3LW members Naturi Naughton and Adrienne Houghton. 

Together with Kiely Williams, the ladies made up the members of the 00s R&B ensemble

With hits such as ‘No More’ and ‘Playas Gon’ Play’ under their belt, the group looked poised to break new ground in an ever-competitive music landscape.

Those plans were halted when Naughton dramatically left the group amidst ample drama and a flying bucket of KFC. The latter of which has remained somewhat of a Pop culture mystery – given the alternate accounts uttered by all involved. 

She was replaced by Jessica Benson for a brief spell before 3LW disbanded and two of its members went on to form The Cheetah Girls.

In 2017, Houghton apologized to Naughton live on The Real. Now, the ladies appear to be mending fences the more.

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The BET Awards is back and set to blaze on Sunday, June 26.

As always, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Black entertainment’s biggest calendar night – which is being hosted by Taraji P. Henson live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Well, wonder no more. For, the nominees’ list has been revealed.

After unprecedented success, Doja Cat leads with six each.

Drake and Ari Lennox follow closely with four apiece.

Elsewhere, the likes of Chloe Bailey, Silk Sonic, Jazmine Sullivan, and Tems are amongst the stars who also scooped notable noms at the show.

What are you waiting for? The full list of nominations awaits below…

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