Missy Elliott gave a class in ‘ICONOLOGY’ this summer, when she released an EP of the same name.

The set was the first body of work from the femcee in 14 years and was rolled out as a bridge to her long-awaited comeback album.

Still, Elliott – a new inductee into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame – isn’t giving the project the laxed treatment.

Because, fresh from serving up the scorching visual for lead offering ‘Throw It Back,’ she’s gearing up to drop another – this time for ‘DripDemeanor.’

To drum up buzz ahead of its debut, she unwrapped an eclectic cover – snapped by Derek Blanks.

Check it out above and listen to ‘Drip’ below…

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The City Girls are to release a brand new album in less than ninety days.

Details on their ambitious plans below…

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‘Supahood’ serves as the first cut from K. Michelle‘s fourth studio album, ‘All Monsters Are Human,’ to be gifted the video treatment.

Premiering less than a month ago, the fiery cut sees Michelle tap femcees Kash Doll and City Girls star Yung Miami to assist and trade verses about their love for men from the streets.  A conceptual departure for the ‘Love & Hip Hop’ star (who in the past has gotten flack for her anti-male perspective), ‘Supahood’ – via its video that doubles down on her oft avoided pro-men stance –  shines as a foretaste to the gems set to line ‘Monsters.’

Curious to see what the trio cooked up? It awaits inside:

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November 22nd brings with it the hotly anticipated arrival of ‘Blue Story’ – Rapman‘s cinematic debut.

The Paramount Pictures UK and BBC Films production is the online sensation’s premiere outing on the big screen, following the viral success of ‘Shiro’s Story.’ 

Anchored a stellar cast that includes Stephen Odubola, Micheal Ward (‘Top Boy’), and Kadeem Ramsey (‘Sex Education’), the film tells the tragic tale of a friendship between Timmy and Marco, two young boys from opposing areas.

Rather than celebrate the gang life the flick spotlights, ‘Blue’s director asserts that his aim is to drive home the consequences attached to following such a path.

Ahead of the film’s theatrical debut, check out an exclusive featurette – which includes insights from Rapman and the cast…

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Summer Walker is a streaming giant.

Learn how and why below…

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En Vogue made headlines last week when all members – past and present – joined forces to honor Sylvia Rhone at the City Of Hope gala.

The surprise appearance sparked calls en masse for a tour featuring all of the ladies.

Well, it appears folks may very well get their wish.

See what we mean below…

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Lil Kim keeps her promises.

After promising to release a new album for the last decade, the Hip-Hop Queen fulfilled her promise with the release of the edgy set ‘Nine’ last week and watched it soar into several markets.

This week, members of her fanbase have joined forces to ensure that the project receives a chart position befitting of Kim’s status as one of the most influential and impactful artists of our time.

Full report below…

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Will Smith‘s ‘Gemini Man’ is making modest moves at the box office after bagging $20 million in its opening weekend.

Full story below…

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After revitalising his career on the indie circuit, Tyga has returned to the major label fold. For, it’s been announced that the rapper has signed a lucrative new deal with Sony’s Columbia Records. 

Details below…

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After lengthy wait, Jason Derulo is finally ready to unleash his fifth studio album ‘2 Sides.’

The set serves as the Pop performer’s first full length LP since 2015’s ‘Everything Is 4’ and is preceded by a slew of singles released in the time since.

Details below…

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In life and after, Whitney Houston and Notorious B.I.G left an indelible mark on music and culture.

It’s fitting, then that the pair are two of the notable names nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame class of 2020.

Full story below…

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The live-action remake of ‘The Lion King’ may have impressed the masses and gone on to become one of the most successful movies of all-time, but one person who isn’t impressed is Elton John. 

An integral component of the original (and subsequent stage show), the legend was tapped to contribute to the soundtrack for the 2019 incarnation.

Yet, in a new interview, he reveals that he was far from happy with the end-product.

See what the outspoken star had to say below…

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