Fantasia is hot on the promo trail to ensure her October 11th-due new album, ‘Sketchbook,’ sees her name penciled atop R&B charts upon its release.

Most recently taking to New York to visit The Breakfast Club to dish on it being her first effort as an independent artist and so much more (click here if you missed it), Fannie preceded the appearance with a slew of interviews to discuss the LP and what fans can expect from it.  Already letting them down with news Jazmine Sullivan and Brandy will not appear (as we previously reported), the 35-year-old is opting to focus on the upside by sharing the positive aspects of this era of her musical journey.

She also spoke about her career at large which includes a desire to return to acting.  Once touted as a name on the shortlist of actresses set to portray Aretha Franklin in her biopic (alongside Halle Berry and others), Fannie was later selected to bring the life story of Mahalia Jackson to screens before that opportunity fell apart as well.

Now, the ‘Free Yourself’ singer is looking to free her schedule for a call that may see her flexing her acting chops in Patti Labelle‘s biopic or even a revisit to the Broadway stage.  Hear her dish on this and much more inside:

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If it’s Cardi B the #BardiGang wants, it’s Cardi B they’ll get.

Despite reports she was going to enter 2019 with a deluxe edition/re-release of her Grammy-winning debut album, ‘Invasion of Privacy,’ the 26-year-old paused that venture to headline a number of festivals and increase her presence as a feature across a wealth of hits from multiple genres instead.

Now, as she brings her year to a close, Cardi’s taken to Instagram to let her faithful followers know she’s ready to take center stage again.  As if putting the finishing touches on her yet-titled sophomore album isn’t enough, the Rap diva also revealed 2020 will see her embark on her first headlining tour.

And, if she has her way, a new album and tour won’t be the only things she delivers.  Details inside:

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Alicia Keys is back!

The 15-time Grammy winner has taken to social media to announce new single ‘Show Me Love,’ a scintillating collaboration with R&B crooner Miguel. 

As for when the song lands? Sooner than you may think!

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It looks as though ‘Set It Off’ is heading back to the big screen – and this time via the lens of Issa Rae. 

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Thanks to a strong union of radio airplay, digital downloads, and streams, Lizzo‘s breakthrough hit, ‘Truth Hurts,’ extends its reign atop the Billboard Hot 100.

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For many, season 4 of ‘The Real Housewives Of Potomac’ has proven to be its breakout season!

A ratings success, the Bravo show has proven increasingly popular during its latest outing – thanks largely to its super juicy story arcs.

This Sunday sees the second part of the season 4 reunion special air, with the ladies addressing a number of hyper hot topics.

Per the newly unleashed trailer, the fireworks fly far, wide, and high between Karen, Ashley, Gizelle, Robyn, Monique, and Candiace. On the hot seat in earnest is Michael Darby, who made headlines after accusations by a male cameraman went viral.

Check out the latest RHOP reunion preview below…

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Christina Aguilera and Kelly Clarkson stand as two of Pop’s most potent voices. And while their paths in showbiz have veered in different directions, Xtina’s appearance on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ today saw them bond over the similarities in a warming segment.

The pair chatted it up about music (at an artistic level), motherhood, life, and much more.

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2019 just hasn’t been Kevin Hart‘s year.

As if being ousted as the Academy Awards host for resurfaced homophobic tweets wasn’t enough, the funnyman was later unceremoniously slammed for being insensitive to the LGBTQ community thanks to his commentary surrounding rapper Lil Nas X‘s coming out (click here to read).  The latter backlash ensued while the 40-year-old was recuperating from injuries he sustained from a heavily reported car accident.

Now, with his back, ego, and reputation concurrently in recovery, a woman who the comedian reportedly had an affair with is looking to bruise his pocketbook. Details inside:

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Beyonce has long established herself as one of Pop’s most notable perfectionists and she re-affirms why in her upcoming ABC special.

Set to air tonight, ‘Making The Gift’ chronicles Queen Bey’s creative process piecing together her companion compilation for ‘The Lion King’ – which now stands as the 10th highest grossing movie of all-time.

Billed as sonic cinema and featuring African superstars such as Wizkid and Tiwa Savage, the set has been showered with praise by critics and has been touted as a strong Grammy contender.

Ahead of this evening’s intimate look at its creation, check out a preview clip (via GMA) below…

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Kanye West has taken America by storm with his slew of ‘Sunday Services’ across the nation.

Bringing his religious message to thousands across the nation, the Hip Hop hitmaker took to famed Atlanta megachurch, New Birth Missionary Baptist, on Sunday (September 15) to stir a few souls, remix a few R&B classics, and drop dibs on his highly anticipated new album, ‘Jesus is King.’

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For those asking Wendy Williams “how you doiiin?,” it seems the answer is…amazing.

Because it’s been announced today that the media maven’s talkshow has been renewed for two more seasons!

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2019 gifts Jennifer Lopez yet another win.

After the successful third season of her hit NBC dance competition, ‘World of Dance,’ the multi-talented diva succeeded the television effort by jet-setting across America for her ‘It’s My Party’ tour (which ended on a $54 million high note).  Quickly following the Stateside jaunt with putting the finishing touches on her latest film, ‘Hustlers’ (also starring Constance Wu, Julia Stiles, Keke Palmer, Cardi B, and more), Lopez spent the last month pounding the promo pavement in support of the flick’s September 13th arrival.

Now, with box office receipts counted the 5o-year-old superstar can rejoice at news her stripper-inspired film has danced circles around the competition and put her in first place among the weekend’s newcomers.

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