In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, ‘Talk That Talk’ co-stars Jay-Z and Rihanna are turning their words into action.

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In the eyes of many, Dua Lipa is the Pop girl to beat.

After cranking out her biggest hit to date, ‘Don’t Start Now,’ for her sophomore era christened ‘Future Nostalgia,’ the Brit-born beauty has been showered with critical acclaim for the effort’s Disco-cloaked offerings (i.e. ‘Physical,’ ‘Break My Heart,’ etc.) – all made available a week ahead of schedule due to an unexpected leak (as we reported here).

As the coronavirus pandemic made traditional promo for the LP an impossibility, Lipa’s improvised by upping her presence on social media via participation in a number of virtual concerts and interviews to build awareness around the project.  At first glance, the approach seemed to be working as ‘Future’ dominated Spotify just minutes after it was made available on the streaming platform (click here to read more on that).

Second glance, however, suggests the schedule shake-up may have done more damage for Dua than previously expected.  See what we mean inside:

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Megan Thee Stallion could be well on her way to the biggest hit of her career courtesy of her latest single, ‘Savage.’

Found aboard the femcee’s latest top 10 EP, ‘Suga,’ the J. White Did It-produced cut has enjoyed a wave of success on digital sales and streaming platforms over the last few weeks thanks to a viral Tik Tok craze that challenges the app’s users (including celebrities) to upload videos of themselves doing choreography to it (like we reported here).

The enduring popularity of ‘Savage’ on social media outlets is finally reflecting in its Hot 100 run as evidenced by the most refreshed edition of the tally.  Seeing ‘Savage’ strut to #20 as the result of a whopping 78-spot leap, the bop’s impressive jump brings with it two milestones for Meg.  Not only is it the second top 20 single of her career (following 2019’s Nicki Minaj & Ty Dolla $ign-assisted ‘Hot Girl Summer’), but it’s also her first time in that region of the chart unaccompanied.  All this ahead of the release of its official music video!

As we extend congratulations to the burgeoning diva, look below to see who joins her in the top 25 on this week’s episode of ‘TGJ Chart Check: Hot 100.’

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Diplo‘s family is growing.

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Dua Lipa isn’t letting lockdown stop her from pushing new album ‘Future Nostalgia.’

The Pop princess assembled her band online and together they delivered a dynamic virtual performance of hit ‘Don’t Start Now’ on ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden.’

Lipa is one of many artists drawing on technology to maintain visibility during this oh so testing window in time.

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With the world in a state of worry, many are finding solace in music.

Case in point Alicia Keys‘ latest single ‘Underdog.’

The anthemic track has found favor with the public, who’ve been drawn to its uplifting, inspirational lyrics.

Following an initial spike in activity, it’s now reached pole position.

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‘Genius: Aretha’ has received a new release date.

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Drake is dropping new heat!

Fresh from making headlines upon sharing the first pictures of son Adonis, the Toronto titan is re-affixing the focus on music.

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Dua Lipa‘s ‘Future Nostalgia‘ era is going from strength to strength.

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The wake of social distancing has encouraged a number of recording artists to take to social media to showcase their talents and brigade of hits via virtual concerts.

As the acts getting in on that gig increases, so is the number of behind-the-scenes craftsmen doing the same – but upping the ante to a friendly competitive manner.  Over the past couple of days music lovers have been treated to the likes of Hitboy vs. Boi-1da, Sean Garrett vs. The Dream (as we reported here), and more of Urban music’s biggest producers battling for the public to judge who has the best catalog.

The latest to step into the digital ring to duke it out? Ne-Yo vs. Johnta Austin. More inside:
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Kiely Williams is once again clapping back at claims she lobbed KFC at her former 3LW bandmate Naturi Naughton.

As widely reported, a dramatic altercation led to Naugton’s departure from the trio in 2004.

Yet, the finer details have long been the subject of debate between the ladies – even though third member Adrienne Bailon has publicly apologized for mistreatment of Naughton.

Now, with her name back in the hot seat due to allegations on social media of trying to out Raven-Symone during their time in The Cheetah Girls, Williams is speaking up and out once again. And she seized the moment to speak on 3LW too.

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Drake‘s baby mother Sophia Brussaux has released more images of their child Adonis Graham.

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