The legal woes show no sign of slowing down for ‘Down Low’ hitmaker R. Kelly.

The embattled R&B legend – facing multiple counts of sexual abuse for recently resurfaced sex tapes that allegedly show him engaging in acts with minors (click here to read more) – was simultaneously fighting to stay out of jail due to unpaid child support.  Much to his fans’ delight, the 52-year-old is no longer in arrears in regards to said support payments to ex-wife Andrea Kelly, according to his lawyer Stephen Greenberg.

But, while that hurdle is (temporarily) in his rearview, the ‘Ignition’ star is cranking up to go to the Hospitality State to defend himself against claims he ruined the life and marriage of Mississippi Sheriff Kenny Bryant.

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Welcome to another edition of The Stream Scene, the TGJ original feature built to keep you in the loop with all things streaming.

On the menu today? Spotify updates on tracks launched by Beyonce, Madonna, Elijah Blake and BTS.

Beyoncé put Lemonade out on all streaming platforms because she knew Kate Middleton needed it but didn’t know if she used Spotify or Apple Music.

— Elizabeth Kidd (@libbuh) April 25, 2019

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Nicki Minaj activates new single ‘Megatron’ this Friday and is wasting no time drumming up buzz.

Seconds ago, the rap royal unwrapped a titillating teaser trailer for the video – which is confirmed to be directed by Mike Ho.

Sporting many a setup, the visual appears to feature Onika’s current bae too.

Check out the sneak peek below…

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Trina may be a few days away from the release of new album ‘The One,’ but she unleashed an early surprise in the form of Nicki Minaj collaboration ‘BAPS.’

Whispered about for months, the track has finally landed and doesn’t disappoint.

Boasting hard-hitting production which the ladies ride with seasoned ease, this ‘BAPS’ earns its place on playlists a plenty. There’s a Cash Money Millionaires sample (see: ‘Project Chick’) that ought to resonate too.

Don’t hesitate, hit play on new Trina and Onika after the jump…

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Stefflon Don is back with a summer blazer!

‘Phone Down’ sees the flavorsome femcee team with rising rapper Lil Baby and the result is a bodacious bop.

Laced with infectious hooks and pulsating production, the track arrived with a cinematic video. Proving that the only female on XXL’s Freshman Class Of 2018 is playing no games with its push.

What are you waiting for? Watch the ‘Phone Down’ visual after the jump…

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Vincent Herbert’s financial fiascos have inconvenienced Remy Ma to no end.

Find out why the Hip-Hop empress was forced to release her financial records below…

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It seems it’s all systems go for Camila Cabello‘s sophomore campaign.

Because the solo star has officially announced new single ‘Señorita’ and it features fellow Pop pin-up Shawn Mendes.

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Rihanna isn’t just a businesswoman. She’s a business, woman.

The diva’s star is shining brighter than ever thanks to the aggressive expansion of her empire via her successful spells in cosmetics, lingerie, and now luxury fashion by way of new LVMH line Fenty.

To launch the latter in the US, RiRi erected a pop-up cocktail store at Webster in New York City last night.

And, if fashion is what the style icon came to sell, she most certainly looked the part.

Stunning in a hot pink ensemble, the Bajan belle mingled with guests – including Lauryn Hill‘s daughter Selah Marley. 

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Mark those calendars, because ‘Dear White People’ is set to heat up screens this summer.

Head below to find out when the hit dramedy is back on the box…

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Netflix continues to make history both on-screen and off. Because, the streaming giant has just signed Janet Mock to a landmark overall deal.

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Little Mix are leaving no stone unturned in the push for new single ‘Bounce Back.’

The fierce foursome’s latest stop was the London edition of ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden’ – and they did not disappoint.

Dripping all sorts of swagu, the Pop quad showed up and showed out with their army of dancers.

Watch Jesy, Jade, Perrie, and Leigh-Anne light up the stage after the jump…

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New music alert!

Beyonce protegés Chloe x Halle are making a splash in both the music and TV arenas and continue to combine their agendas.

Case in point today’s arrival of two new bops.

Moments ago, Parkwood’s singing sisters unwrapped ‘Who Knew’ and ‘Thinkin Bout Me’ – two songs that’ll feature in Freeform’s ‘Grown-Ish’ – which they star in alongside Yara Shahidi.

Take a listen to the latest offering from the Grammy nominees below…

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