While her discography alone boasts over 20 years of memorable Hip Hop hits and party-starters, Grammy-winning rapper/singer-songwriter/producer Missy Elliott has also lent her pen to countless hits for other artists.  Her storied multi-decade run on Billboard charts is one of many reasons she made history earlier this year with the announcement she would become the first female Hip Hop artist to be inducted into the prestigious Songwriter’s Hall of Fame (as we reported here).

Fast forward to the event (June 13), a tearful Elliott was on hand to accept the honor during the 50th Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony which saw her receive kudos from the likes of Queen Latifah, First Lady Michelle Obama, and more.

Look inside to hear the acceptance speech:

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So, as our retrospective features ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay’  allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our newest feature Chart Rewind – a variation of our current Retro Rewind assay – accedes salutes to an entire era of music history.

This week we’ll give Aaliyah Haughton‘s first and only Hot 100 #1 single ‘Try Again’ a try.  Join us inside:

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Expect to see Queen of Pop Madonna pop up over headlines galore over the coming days as she hits the promo trail to commemorate the release of her 14th studio album, ‘Madame X.’  Dropping in for radio, magazine, newspaper, television, and Web interviews, the 60-year-old diva has had segments air (today alone) in multiple countries on prime television spots including ‘The Today Show,’ ‘Graham Norton Show,’ and so many more.

The set – preceded by five singles – has not exactly been greeted with the buzz of its predecessors, but that hasn’t stopped the Pop icon from raising awareness on the project which, despite the absence of commercial fanfare for its singles, has been getting great reviews from esteemed music critics.  Some of that success is being reflected digitally as a number of reports – including from Madonna’s team (click here to see) – have indicated ‘Madame X’ debuted at #1 on the iTunes tallies of a number of countries (including the United States).

Curious to see her thoughts on the early success?  Look inside for a collage of her most recent interviews where she tackles topics such as ageism, sexism, her obsession with religious imagery, responding to reports she’s in love, being a ‘soccer mom,’ and so much more.

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‘Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down’ mogul Diddy isn’t holding his tongue on news his ex-girlfriend, singer/model Cassie, is expecting her first child (a baby girl) with her new boyfriend, Alex Fine.

The announcement, which rocked the net yesterday (as we reported here), was greeted with well-wishes from the likes of fans and fellow celebrities including Kardashian clan, Lil’ Kim, Naomi Campbell, and many more.  Now, Sean “Diddy” Combs has joined that growing list.

See what he said inside:

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‘The Real Housewives Of Potomac’ have been setting off all sorts of fireworks with their fourth season. 

Past instalments have seen etiquette serve as the center of conflict. However, the show’s latest cycle has seen the drama between the Maryland matriarchs escalate like never before.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, and Monique Samuels are back in the mix — as is last season’s addition Candiace Dillard. Familiar face Katie Rost has returned in a “Friend Of” capacity.

Thus far, the show’s fourth outing has made for gripping viewing – so much so that many have pegged it the best Housewives franchise thus far this year.

And, per a newly released midseason trailer, there’s still a whole lot more to come.

Check it out below…

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Teyana Taylor puts her foot (or face) forward for ‘Notion’ magazine this month!

The multi-faceted star performer has been hard at work on new music with a Nigerian Pop princess (stay tuned for more on that) and riding high on the wave that is ‘KTSE’…her latest body of work.

Stunning snaps of the athletic siren below…

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Chris Brown is upset by the criticism he received after a number of insulting remarks were left on Victor Cruz‘s Instagram page…with his account.

Need me a Victor Cruz. That’s all. That’s the tweet.

— Johnna Jay (@johnnajay_) June 14, 2019

Full story below…

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Little Mix have poured out a potent splash of sass in the form of their ‘Bounce Back’ video.

While the single skews playful, the ladies mean serious business with the release – which follows the rocky ‘LM5’ era.

Looking to put the drama (which included a split from Simon Cowell’s label) in rearview, the Pop quad have pulled out all the stops as they strive to deliver on the track’s title.

They tapped in-demand director Hannah Lux Davis to helm the colorful visual, which sees Jesy, Jade, Perrie, and Leigh-Anne swag all the way out.

Step into the dollhouse after the jump…

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Ciara is keeping the content a’coming in the push for new album ‘Beauty Marks.’

Moments ago, CiCi unleashed the visual for turn-up anthem ‘Set.’

A performance focal affair, the star is joined by dance troop The Lab and collectively they ignite the screen with their high-octane moves.

Watch ’em in action after the jump…

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Apollo Nida, once married to ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Phaedra Parks, is back in prison.

Bad news below…

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Kerry Washington and Reese Witherspoon have linked creative arms to release a brand new project named ‘Little Fires Everywhere.’

Hulu will release the series after winning an intense bidding war which saw them go head to head with some of the biggest names in the streaming arena and is based on Celeste Ng’s book of the same name.

More below…

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The good news cloud just keeps raining on fans of R&B songstress/reality television maven Tamar Braxton.

After ending 2018 with news she was readying a new reality TV venture without her highly successful run alongside the Braxton sisters on WeTV’s ‘Braxton Family Values,’ the singer-songwriter kicked 2019 into high gear by making history as the first African American winner of ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ (click here to read more) and also announcing – despite her prior reports of ‘retiring’ from the music industry – that she was readying new music.

While her followers, affectionately called #Tamartians, have kept their ears and eyes peeled for news regarding her Steve Harvey-sanctioned talk show, she’s gone on record to confirm the show is not happening.  Never fear, however, as the 42-year-old’s not bouncing back with one, but two new projects coming to screens near you…and soon.

Details inside:

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