Ciara is bringing the heat this summer!

The singer unleashed ‘Level Up’ first and has followed up with scorcher ‘Freak Me’ featuring Nigerian superstar Tekno.

As the latter continues its ascend up the charts, CiCi has released a series dynamite dance promotional clips.

What are you waiting for? Watch her in action below…

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The African hair industry, according to several findings published in the last decade, is worth around $500 billion.

With this in mind, today’s Retro Rewind will celebrate the commercials of yesteryear which fuelled the general public’s interest in products born and bred for black hair.

Waiting below? A melanated walk down memory lane.

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Drake has been forced to reschedule his next tour due to what some industry observers claim are low ticket sales.

Full story below…

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Kanye West‘s inability to criticise Donald Trump has seen him score a fresh set of compliments from the troubled President.

West made his way to ‘Kimmel’ days ago and sought to defend his love for Trump but found himself unable to explain how he could continue to support him in spite of his horrific acts.

This, much to Donald’s delight.

His thoughts below…

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With highs that include chart-topping gospel and rap albums to lows that include legal woes and murder trials, Snoop Dogg’s story is certainly one comprised of its fair share of engaging and unexpected twists and turns.  That idea was easily the muse for the semi-biographical, recently announced ‘Redemption of a Dogg’ stage play written, produced, and directed award-winning playwright Je’caryous Johnson.

Chronicling the DoggFather’s “multi-faceted character as a gangsta rapper, family man and man of God,” the theatrical production – Snoop’s first – will also feature another well-known and (at times) controversial figure, Tamar Braxton.

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Election night 2016 serves as the backdrop and catalyst of a whirlwind romance in the highly anticipated Qasim Basir’s film, ‘A Boy. A Girl. A Dream.’

Starring Omari Hardwick (‘Power’), Meagan Good (‘Star’), and Jay Ellis (‘Insecure’), the movie – scheduled to hit theaters on September 14th via Samuel Goldwyn Films – has already won over critics and Sundance and is looking to do the same across the States.

Ahead of its arrival, look inside to peep the first official trailer…

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FX series ‘Pose’ has proven a hit thanks to its bold storytelling of the transgender ball-room scene in the 1980s and the eclectic characters that popularised it.

One of the most resonating is lead Blanca Evangelista – played by MJ Rodriguez. 

A key component of many scenes, one of the star’s most resonating was her performance of ‘Home’ alongside Billy Porter‘s character Pray Tell. 

Proving that her talents aren’t confined to cuts and edits, Rodriguez performed the song again live on One Take sessions – and nailed it!

Watch her stunning offering of the Stephanie Mills classic below…

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Michaela Coel‘s new project is on its way to the world in spectacular fashion!

Its name? ‘Black Earth Rising.’

Its plot? The fascinating tale of a girl who takes a journey into her dark past as she seeks to uncover the truth about her ties to the Rwandan civil war.

Creator Hugo Blick shared…

I was never quite sure exactly what this famous quote meant, but by following the fictional journey of a young black British woman on an epic and deeply personal quest to bring a Rwandan genocidaire to legal justice–now I do. And now I know just how crucial, difficult and terrifying that phrase can seem to anyone in pursuit, and denial, of international criminal justice.

Watch below…

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The ‘Queen’ is here!

Nicki Minaj‘s eagerly awaited fourth studio album has made its grand arrival.

Preceded by singles ‘Chun-Li,’ ‘Rich Sex,’ and ‘Bed,’ the LP serves as Onika’s first since 2014’s ‘The Pinkprint.’

Joining her on the 19-song-set are a host of major names including Eminem, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, and Ariana Grande.

With the female rap landscape changing and new challengers to the crown emerging, does Nicki deliver with perhaps her most important release yet? Listen to ‘Queen’ below and let us know!

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For rising star Stefflon Don today started off as an exciting one, following the reveal of her ‘Secure’ mixtape cover and release date.

Many immediately noticed the artwork’s striking resemblance to that of Lil Kim‘s ‘Notorious K.I.M’ – something Steff confirms was intentional:

Soooooooo I actually dropped one tear while posting this? im just so excited, grateful but nervous at the same damn time ?Yes i payed homage to Lil KIM because I honestly don’t think i would be as fearless as i am without her period!!!!!!! 

Well, it appears Kim’s longtime foe Foxy Brown was none-too-impressed. Because she blocked Steff shortly after!

See what the Brit-Jamaican star to say below…

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As its title implies, it was a no brainer that the song ‘No Brainer’ – the DJ Khaled led affair featuring Justin Bieber, Chance the Rapper, and Migos star Quavo – would be a hit.

Assembling some of Urban music’s heaviest hitters, it’s clear Khaled’s looking for a repeat of the star-studded hit ‘I’m the One’ (which featured the likes of the aforementioned trio alongside Lil Wayne). And, if the top 5 debut of the cut on this week’s Hot 100 is any indication, the repeat looks to be imminent.

Details below…

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Shortly after issuing a statement to concerned fans about her recovery efforts post reported drug overdose (click here to read more), troubled pop star Demi Lovato seemed to be on the mend as an announcement followed her latest album – ‘Tell Me You Love Me’ – would be receiving the re-release treatment. Branded a ‘deluxe edition,’ the set – which debuted at #2 upon its official premiere – would receive 3 “new” songs added to its tracklist, a feat that’s already boosted streaming figures.

Alas, fans who took the announcement as indication Lovato was back in action were disappointed to learn she’s extending her stay in rehab.  The move, as Live Nation has reported, has forced the cancellation of the remainder of her ‘Tell Me You Love Me’ world tour.

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