UK singer Misha B made headlines last night when she opened up about the racial bias she says she experienced during her tenure on The X Factor. 

The Manchester born songbird was a hot favourite to win the then-popular show, however she saw her wings clipped after being branded a “bully” and other terms historically and unfairly attached to Black women.

In an hour-long Instagram video, she unpacked the various racial stereotypes employed to dim her star – both in front and behind the glare of the cameras.

An experience she says left her feeling suicidal and with PTSD that she still battles with today.

Many were shocked, but someone who won’t be surprised is British Pop royal Gary Barlow – who served as a judge on the 2011 series.

The Take That frontman and Misha’s mentor Kelly Rowland defended her vigorously against the claims uttered by Tulisa Contostavlos – whose merit to even judge the talent of others was always a source of confusion to many.

In his recent memoir ‘A Better Me,’ Barlow opened up about the culture behind the scenes of the show – specifically recounting “bully-gate” and how it came to be.

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After earning thumbs up from viewers around the world, ‘Blood & Water’ is set to make waves again at Netflix as reports have surfaced the South African teen drama has been renewed for season 2.

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When not blazing stages with high octane dance moves and bedroom ready slow jams, Teyana Taylor‘s being regarded as one of her generation’s leading fashion icons.

As she’s no stranger to dropping jaws over her stunning wardrobes and the ripped figure under them, the singer-actress making a foray into the fashion and beauty industry should come as little surprise.

Yet, she was still able to send fans into a frenzy just moments ago when she officially announced the MAC x Teyana Taylor campaign – her July 2020-due partnership with the cosmetics giants.

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As he promised in our recent interview (click here to read), R&B veteran Tank is rolling out new music at a steady pace.

Just five months after the release of his last studio album, ‘Elevation’ (released October 2019), the 44-year-old dropped the EP ‘While We Wait.’

Now, just three months after that effort won critical acclaim, he’s back with its follow-up – ‘Worth the Wait.’  Clocking in right at 17-minutes long, the lush production is short but sweet and only boasts one feature:  Ashley Jay.

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Lady Gaga may have just topped the charts with ‘Chromatica,’ but it appears there are plans in place to add to the project in unique way.

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Kanye West may be eyeing a foray into the lucrative of beauty.

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The show must go on!

In a bid to celebrate and uplift, the BET Awards 2020 are set to broadcast virtually on Sunday June 28th.

As always, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Black entertainment’s biggest calendar night. A ceremony that’s even more notable this year, given that it’s the show’s 20th anniversary and the 40th anniversary of the network.

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

Much like the charts, Drake leads the pack with a whopping six nominations.

Following closely are 2020 chart-toppers Megan Thee Stallion and Roddy Ricch – who’ve both nabbed five a piece.

Elsewhere, the likes of Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B are amongst the stars who also scooped notable noms at show – which will air simultaneously across BET, MTV, VH1 and for the first time CBS.

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With the race debate intensifying, there have been renewed calls for Confederate statues in Louisiana to be removed. 

And in a creative twist, a petition has surfaced suggesting that they be replaced with statues of hometown hero Britney Spears. 

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Kitty Brucknell, one of the characters accused of derailing Misha B’s run on the ‘X Factor’, says that she does not want to address the allegations she is facing because she is terrified of one of the show’s bosses.

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2009 brought with it the introduction of Pop’s next big thing Lady Gaga.

This week’s From The Vault pick has a lot to do with it. Today’s selection is ‘Poker Face.’

Like predecessor ‘Just Dance,’ ‘Face’ was also penned plus produced by RedOne and Mother Monster herself.

Reportedly dealing with sexual ambiguity, the song references Boney M’s disco classic ‘Ma Baker’ on it’s hook and was a huge hit for Miss Germanotta.

Hitting #1 in the US and the UK (as well as Canada and Australia), it marked the diva’s second consecutive chart-topper in said territories and ushered her inside the Top 10 of many others.

Directed by Ray Kay and Anthony Mandler, the song’s video is set in a mansion and sees Gaga dancing by the pool and engaging in a game of strip poker with house guests.

In many a manner, this video was a true visual introduction to the ever-colorful and ever-evolving “Gaga” aesthetic. From eccentric glasses, metallic accessories and crazy outfits, it was the first time the world could truly privy to her complex universe.

The video received 4 nominations at the 2009 VMAs; a night that also saw her deliver a show-stopping performance. 

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After the introspective ‘Joanne’, it’s great to see Lady Gaga re-embrace her Pop roots, both musically and visually, with ‘Chromatica.’

As demonstrated with this classic, the fun also lies in her fantastic videos and stage shows, and this new album definitely lends itself to big visual moments. One we’re especially ready for is ‘Sour Candy’ from Gaga and the ladies of Blackpink.

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The British vocalist Misha B has been applauded by viewers of the hit show the ‘X Factor UK‘ after revealing how a plot hatched by producers, and executed by its judges, almost drove her to suicide.

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Beyonce is demanding justice for Breonna Taylor. 

Three months have passed since the unarmed Black woman was shot dead in her Kentucky home by police officers – who shot into her apartment over twenty times. 

A cloud conundrum hangs over what happened and why. 

As such, the singer has penned an impassioned letter to Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron calling for answers. 

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