Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate some of TV and Film’s forgotten gems.

Only right then, days after Thanksgiving, that we give thanks for ‘Burning an Illusion’…a  movie many consider to be one of the greatest British movies ever created.

The release is the second British feature film to be made by a black director and is celebrated for its decision to place a black woman at the centre of its story. Groundbreaking for a movie launched in 1981.

Love ‘The Imitation of Life‘?

Have a great deal of respect for Beyonce’s ‘Lemonade’?

‘Illusion’ awaits below…

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A new Janet album?

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Aaliyah has indisputably become an icon in the time since her tragic passing, aged just 22.

And she’s done so against the odds.

Because, in a wholly puzzling move, much of her music has been held off digital retail and streaming services.

Indeed, as at writing, only Aaliyah’s 1994 debut album ‘Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number’ is available. While a scant number of single tracks have been scattered across compilations.

It’s a reality that’s seen many fans rely on ever-rare physicals, YouTube, and bootlegs to bask in the brilliance of the late, great superstar.

Well, it finally seems as though the hustle and bustle attached to listening to Aaliyah is coming to an end. And for exciting reason too. Because her full discography will reportedly be heading to all streaming services within a mere matter of months.

Full story below…

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Shawn Mendes may have his feet firmly placed on high ground when it comes to the Pop charts, but he didn’t have as solid a footing last night in Sao Paulo. 

For the pin-up, who is dating ‘Senorita’ collaborator Camila Cabello, took quite the tumble during his show in the region.

See what we mean below…

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Madonna may have a reputation as one of music’s most prolific touring acts, but her latest trek continues to be plagued by problems.

The ‘Madame X Tour’ set sail in September and has already hit a number of icebergs – namely tardiness, cancellations, and postponements.

This week saw the latter rear its head again, for the Pop royal has had to rejig and, in some cases, outright cancel dates.

Details below…

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Liam Payne is feeling festive.

Now just weeks away from the release of his debut album ‘LP1’, the One Direction star steps into the spirit of Christmas with a brand new track named ‘All I Want For Christmas.’

This is not to be confused with the Mariah Carey smash hit of the same name.

Waiting below?

The video Camp Payne erected to tell the song’s story in visual form.

Press play for your first look at it below….

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Ed Sheeran and Camila Cabello struck gold when they teamed up with Cardi B to drop their new tune ‘South of the Border.’

So, to celebrate the song’s success, the musicians have released an acoustic version of the track they hope will fare just as well for them.

Give it a spin below…

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Azealia Banks has never been one to hold back and it seems Tinashe is the latest name in her firing line.

Seemingly unprovoked, the rapper took to Instagram to vent her views about the singer and  the alt-R&B direction of her newest music.

Branding Tinashe a “Pop tart,” Banks went on to unpack the reasons why she sees the 26-year-old as more of an “NBA cheerleader” and why she doesn’t feel Nashe is a “star”…yet.

A series of back-handed compliments await after the jump…

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Check out Janet Jackson!

The Queen of Pop poses it up for a striking new feature spread in Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam.

Lensed by Dalong Yang, the shoot comes on the heels of Jackson’s sold-out ‘Metamorphosis’ Las Vegas residency and her recent run of ‘Rhythm Nation’ 30th Anniversary Shows.

With 2020 approaching, we’re hearing murmurs of exciting roll-outs from the superstar singer.

Pending then, peep more pics below…

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The Weeknd continues the flow of fresh material with new single ‘Blinding Lights.’

Just days after dropping ‘Heartless,’ the chart-topping crooner has accelerated with the roll-out of this synth-Pop bop.

Released in conjunction with a Mercedes Benz partnership, could this be Abel’s next big smash?

Listen below and let us know…

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Stormzy has announced a mammoth tour for what’s shaping up to be a mammoth second album.

The British-Ghanian rapper is gearing up for the December 13th release of ‘Heavy Is The Head’ and is pairing the LP with a live concert trek that defines global.

Set to kick off in February, the ‘H.I.T.H World Tour’ will see the MC rock stages across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America.

The venture, which will keep him on the road for much of 2020, comes after an internationally hailed headline performance at this year’s Glastobury and a slew of #1’s – including ‘Vossi Bop.’

Check out dates and details below…

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