Azealia Banks is speaking openly about a private telephone conversation she had with Lily Allen following their short-lived feud.

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D.L. Hughley made headlines this weekend when footage of him collapsing at a Nashville comedy show went viral.

As reported, the comic was rushed to hospital in an ambulance – with his reps citing exhaustion.

Well, in a new update video, Hughley has revealed that he has discovered the source of his health challenges.

He has tested positive for COVID-19.

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Mario is back and bearing an important message on new song ‘Rewrite It.’

The R&B star uses the track as a vehicle to call for the sharing of the true history of racial injustice so as to bring about genuine change.

‘Rewrite’ arrives amidst the global debate about racial inequality following the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmad Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and many more.

Impassioned and unapologetic, the candid cut awaits your listening after the jump…

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Beyonce whipped fans into a frenzy with the midnight release of new song ‘Black Parade.’

An unapologetic celebration of Blackness, the track’s arrival was timed to coincide with Juneteenth – the annual day to commemorate emancipation from slavery. It also lands amidst the global debate about racial inequality following the death of unarmed Black man George Floyd.

Upon the song’s unleashing, Queen Bey confirmed that proceeds will benefit various small Black businesses by way of her BeyGOOD foundation.

Fans are reacting positively too.

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Alicia Keys and John Legend celebrated Juneteenth in momentous fashion.

For, the piano playing superstars went head-to-head in a celebratory #VERZUZ battle.

Broadcast on the platform’s channel, viewers watched as the GRAMMY winners sparred with classics such as ‘If I Ain’t Got You’ and ‘All Of Me,’ as well newer numbers too.

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Sales of Tulisa‘s music have been hit by the ongoing ‘X Factor’ bullying scandal.

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D.L. Hughley has been hospitalized after collapsing during a comedy show.

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The City Girls are back – and a little sooner than planned.

As reported, the rap duo saw their sophomore album ‘City On Lock’ leak ahead of its planned drop later this summer.

But rather than wallow in their woes, the Miami-bred belles immediately reacted by officially releasing the project.

Clearly the wheels were well in motion, because the ladies had a video for the song ‘Job’ ready to roll too.

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Since winning the ‘X Factor UK‘ in 2008, Alexandra Burke has launched an impactful and inspiring run as a star of stage and song.

However, as many of her fans know, her journey has not been an easy one.

For, the years following her win saw a number of forces within the British media and music industry set out to derail her Beyoncé-approved career via disparaging stories planted in the press (and minds of the general public) and moves designed to stop her music from receiving radio airplay.

Today she is telling her story with hopes it will put an end to the injustice she faced and inspire the generation to create the change the business is in dire need of.

Alexandra, in her own words, below…

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The City Girls are turning pain into pleasure.

For, they’ve rush released their sophomore album ‘City On Lock’ after the set unfortunately leaked in its entirety earlier today.

Wasting no time, the Florida femcees serviced the 15-song LP to streaming and digital retail platforms with the swiftness.

It’s the first body of work from the pair since JT‘s release from prison and Yung Miami‘s baby birth.

We’re sure there were plans in place for the roll-out, this primary example of how to flip a situation into one’s favor.

With that, take a listen to ‘City On Lock’ – which features guest spots from Doja Cat, Yo Yotti, Lil Baby, and more – below…

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Beyonce is marking Juneteenth in a major way!

For, the superstar singer just unleashed hot new song ‘Black Parade.’

What are you waiting for? Listen below…

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Travis Scott just made an enormous purchase.

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