The Weeknd and Calvin Harris could have some new music on the way.

This week the star took to Instagram to share an image of him and the Scottish producer.

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The effect of Beyonce‘s ‘Black Is King’ continues to reverberate.

Queen Bey unleashed her latest visual album on Disney+ to ample acclaim and is now reaping the rewards on the charts too.

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It looks like Khia has met her match in a certain Azealia Banks.

The latter made headlines this month when she shaved her head and shared suicidal sentiments on social media.

Renown for her roasting, Khia made less than savoury remarks about Banks’ predicament. And her words made their way to the ‘212’ rapper.

Not one to hold her tongue, she’s responded with a shade grenade.

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Kylie Minogue is taking fans behind the scenes of the party that is new single ‘Say Something.’

The funkified cut is the first release from the diva’s 15th studio album ‘Disco,’ which drops November 6 via BMG. 

As the track continues to gain traction, the Australian star is providing insight into how she pieced together its sparkly music video.

Watch the making of the Sophie Muller-directed visual, which Minogue describes as a “galactic getaway,” below…

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Rita Ora continues to build quite the TV resumé.

For, the multi-hyphenate star has been tapped to return to smash hit series ‘The Masked Singer.’

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Chi-town is in the house!

Windy City natives Baha Bank$ and Chance the Rapper join forces to encourage the shaking of money makers.

Over bumping production from Charles William Lloyd II, the Chicago duo trade sizzling verses about the ladies of the stripper stage.

“Throw that left cheek on the beat, let me beat / Let me find out you a freak / Let me find out that you like me for me / Kiss on the cheek, oh, that’s so sweet (Sweet) / That big ol’ wagon that you draggin’, make it split then make it flip / Then make it moonwalk, Michael Jackson, make it do something poetic / Starts the clappin’, I bought Birkins off of backends,” the GRAMMY winner spits.

Delivering an equally racy music video, look inside to see the strip club-set visual directed by Armani Martin.

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The antithetical commercial performances of Katy Perry‘s pre-‘Witness’ eras versus post-‘Witness’ may be indication music lovers just can’t let go of her hits of yesteryear.

Despite launching a number of singles from her forthcoming studio album to the masses over the last year, none of them have enjoyed success on the Billboard Hot 100 quite like tunes from the earlier part of her career.

Now, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), is reaffirming that notion by upgrading the certifications of two of her most beloved numbers, ‘Teenage Dream’ and ‘Firework,’ as well as their parent project.

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Despite being vocal about the aftermath of being shot in both feet in mid-July, Megan Thee Stallion kept mum on who the assailant was until Thursday (August 20) when she took to Instagram live to pinpoint fellow rapper Tory Lanez as the culprit (as we reported here).

While some praised the ‘Savage’ rapper for speaking her truth (one Lanez has yet to contest), others branded the Rap diva a ‘snitch’ for naming him as the offender – an event that will increase the likelihood he will be criminally charged for the act and possibly face deportation back to Canada.

Among those singing her praises is rapper 6ix9ine – who has faced ridicule in the past for snitching when he cooperated with federal investigators by detailing the criminal activity of the entire Nine Trey Bloods gang in New York (after partaking in the activity himself).

Living up to the title of his #1 hit, ‘TROLLZ,’ look inside to see just what he said about the Stallion/Lanez fiasco.

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After winning rave reviews for his riveting performance of ‘Never Break’ at night 2 of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, EGOT winner John Legend returned to help close out the event on night 4 with a little help from his friend Common.

Taking to the event’s virtual stage to tribute the late, great Democratic Rep. John Lewis, the two followed a video montage played in his honor by launching into a stirring performance of their Academy Award-winning tune ‘Glory’ (which was featured in the 2014 film ‘Selma’).

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To brand Issa Rae a trailblazer would not only be fair but possibly an understatement given the moves she’s made to shake up Hollywood.

Breaking down barriers in writing rooms, Rae – who also acts and produces – has been a force of nature with hit television and film efforts from HBO’s ‘Insecure’ and ‘Black Lady Sketch Show’ to Netflix’s ‘The Lovebirds’ and a number of forthcoming big screen ventures.

Yet, despite the major moves she’s made in front of and behind the camera lens, 2020 promises to be her most recognized year yet as the groundbreaking series ‘Insecure’ was nominated 8 times the forthcoming Primetime EMMYs (including a nod for ‘Best Actress in a Comedy Series’).

Taking to ‘The Hollywood Reporter (THR)’ recently, the 35-year-old dished candidly on her opportunity to make history if she wins in the category, opening doors for other Black creatives, and so much more.

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GRAMMY-winning inspirational rapper Lecrae has unveiled his star-studded ninth album, ‘Restoration.’

Calling on the likes of fellow GRAMMY winners John Legend and Kirk Franklin as well as YK Osiris, Jozzy, Dani Leigh, Marc E. Bassy, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more to act as guest stars on the highly anticipated effort, the LP’s release was preceded by three singles: “Set Me Free” (featuring Osiris), “Drown” (featuring Legend), and “Deep End.” 

Speaking on the deeply personal set, Lecrae stated:

 “There is healing on this album, but you have to be willing to admit you’re broken in order to be healed.”

Already a best-selling author, ‘Restoration’ comes just two months ahead of his next book, ‘I Am Restored’ (available October 13).  Until then, look inside to listen to the new album.

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Friday (August 21) was originally scheduled to see Megan Thee Stallion perform as the only female rapper aboard ‘Good Morning America Summer Concert Series’ lineup (as we reported here).

And, though unable to fulfill the duty due to recovering from surgery after being shot in the foot (reportedly by fellow rapper Tory Lanez), the Houston Hottie is gearing up to return to the live format in just a week if a recent announcement is to be believed.

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