In many regards, there hasn’t been a US president like Barack Obama. Hence, it’s little wonder why his popularity endures two years after he left office.

Continuing his trend of embracing pop culture, #44 has shared his list of favorite songs of 2018.

Unashamedly Urban in its rooting, the assortment of tracks fuses numbers from the likes of Beyonce and JAY-Z (The Carters), Cardi B, H.E.R, Janelle Monae, J. Cole, and Normani.

See what Mr Obama has been spinning after the jump…

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Rihanna fans have been thirsty for new music in the near three years since 8th album ‘ANTI’ arrived.

And yet, for the most part, they’ve only been fed with more and more from the star’s Fenty Beauty cosmetics range.

While promoting the line’s holiday range, RiRi was quizzed on the whereabouts of new music – and, at long last, provided insights.

See what we mean below…

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True Mariah Carey fans are no strangers to the name Walter Afanasieff.

The celebrated songwriter, famous for his work with the likes of Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, and more, is probably most known for helping pen some of Carey’s biggest hits including ‘Hero,’ ‘Anytime You Need a Friend,’ and one of the most well-known holiday songs of all time, ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You.’

The latter, which reached its Hot 100 peak this week (24 years after its release), has become a staple during the yuletide season – a bittersweet fact for Afanasieff as he and the diva have not spoken for over 20 years and she (according to him) continues to take sole credit for its creation.

Recently taking to press to not only outline the status of his relationship with the pop icon but also dish on what led to their fall out and how he believes she is trying to erase him from the historic holiday hit. Look inside for some jaw-dropping quotes:

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Grammy nominated songstress Marsha Ambrosius is headed to a city near you on the recently announced ‘NYLA’ tour in support of her latest album of the same name.

Set to kick off January 27th in Las Vegas, the Stateside jaunt – scheduled to feature fellow Grammy-nominated R&B songbird Elle Varner on select dates – will touch every corner of the country including Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Dallas, Atlanta, St. Louis, Chicago, and more before wrapping up on March 17th in Baton Rouge.

Curious if the ‘Far Away’ singer will be making her way to your town? Look inside to see the full list of tour dates:

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This week From The Vault celebrates the 20th anniversary of an R&B classic that has aged like a fine wine – tasting better with time.

Our pick is ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ by the legendary Whitney Houston, which features soulful songbirds Faith Evans and Kelly Price.

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Nicki Minaj‘s new boyfriend has been arrested.

Full story below…

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During her time in the spotlight, Michelle Obama has established herself as a force for social change.

Now, she’s establishing herself as a tour de force. Literally.

Last month, the much-loved Obama matriarch released her memoir ‘Becoming’ and almost immediately sold through millions of copies.

Initially supported by a 10-city tour (with stops in the likes London, Los Angeles, and New York), the trek is now expanding into a worldwide jaunt – with a number of arenas on the itinerary.

Details and dates below…

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To show her gratitude for the overwhelming commercial response to news of her ‘Sweetener’ World Tour, ‘thank u, next’ singer Ariana Grande‘s revealed she’s extending the jaunt.

Already set to touch down in U.S. cities like Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Denver, and more, now it appears #Arianators in metro areas like New York, Chicago, and Miami will have the chance to see more of their fave.

Curious to know when and where you can hear Ari belt out her greatest hits?  Look for details inside:

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Retirement? Where?!

Christmas has come early for fans of Quiet Storm Queen Anita Baker as they were royally surprised when the songstress took to Twitter to “confirm” she will indeed be Sin City’s newest musical resident.

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Mariah Carey‘s Christmas classic is making major mula.

Good news below…

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 61st annual Grammy Awards, are set to air February 10th 2019 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The full nominations for the 2019 Grammys await below…

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