Nearly 6 years after the release of her last LP, ‘Songversation,’ Grammy-winning songstress India Arie surprised and thrilled fans with the unveiling of her latest single, ‘That Magic.’

Earning the very same critical acclaim that’s accompanied many of her previous prized offerings, she’s out to show that ‘Magic’ (click here to see its music video) is just one of many gems housed on her new project, ‘Worthy.’  Featuring production from the likes of Aaron W. Lindsey, Branden Burch, and more, Arie – ahead of the album’s February 15th debut date – has taken to social media to reveal its official cover artwork (seen above), full tracklist, and new music video for its track, ‘What If.’

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As we reported here, Monday night (January 21) brought with it the premiere of ‘Celebrity Big Brother:  Celebrity Edition’ featuring the likes of R&B superstars Tamar Braxton and Kandi Burruss.

The divas, both part of 2017’s mega-successful ‘Great Xscape Tour’ (which saw Braxton open for Burruss’ group Xscape), were rumored to be at odds after a stunt the ‘Love & War’ singer pulled backstage at the trek’s pit stop in Atlanta (click here to read more).  Those rumors were recently confirmed as one of a number of reasons the ladies had a fallout after each hit the show’s “confessional” to respectively dish on their history.

If that wasn’t enough, Braxton – also beefing with another of the tour’s billed stars (singer Monica) – caught some flack for how she addressed the R&B vet in the very same confessional.  Look inside to see and hear exactly what was said:

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Cardi B’s been no stranger to showing off her assets in music videos and on stages over the years, but most recently – after a highly publicized Twitter tussle with political commentator and TV personality Tomi Lahren (click here to read more) – conservatives have turned up the heat on the ‘Bodak Yellow’ performer by painting her a “hypocrite” for her female empowering views.

Most notably pointing to her involvement in the City Girls‘ ‘Twerk’ video, which features scantily clad women from all over the world competing in a “twerk-a-thon” for a prize of $25,000, the Grammy-nominated rapstress was recently called out by Stephanie Hamill, a conservative Washington, D.C. video columnist.

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Ariana Grande is officially tossing the rulebook out the window.

Because, just five months after releasing her fourth studio album ‘Sweetener,’ the songbird has announced that’s she’s on the brink of unleashing its follow-up.

Long-rumored to be titled ‘Thank U, Next’ (after the like-titled chart smash), the LP’s release date and tracklist were unveiled moments ago.

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A sexually explicit image drawn by the late musician Tupac has just been sold to a very wealthy fan.

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As widely reported, Chris Brown was arrested in Paris over claims that he raped a 24-year-old model.

Released today, the singer wasted no time taking to social media to slam the accusations – in the most emphatic (and “Chris Brown”) way possible.

His words below…

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Kerry Washington has been receiving buzz aplenty for her role in US Broadway play ‘American Son,’ with many touting the possibility of Tony Awards.

Now, Netflix are in the mix. For, it’s been announced that the streaming giant has teamed with the former ‘Scandal’ actress for a movie-like adaptation of the production.

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It’s that time of year again. The Oscars 2019 air live from Los Angeles on February 24th at the Dolby Theatre.

As is always, eyes on mass are on which movies are up for honors at the latest instalment of the historic ceremony.

Moments ago, it was revealed that Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper both landed nods for their spellbinding performances in ‘A Star Is Born.‘

Also nabbing a huge look is blockbuster ‘Black Panther’ – which has become the first ever super-hero movie to receive a Best Picture nomination. 

Elsewhere, Mahershala Ali‘s ‘Green Book,’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ also received major nods.

But without further ado…check out the full list of nominees at the 91st Annual Academy Awards below…

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The rapper/entrepreneur Ja Rule has issued an apology for the part he played in the horrific Fyre Festival scam and how it exploited black men and women working in the Bahamas.

This, after fans threatened to boycott his live shows after seeing the Netflix documentary about the incident.

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In a developing story, it’s been reported that singer Chris Brown has been arrested in Paris on suspicion of rape.

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Drake is heading back on the road.

After months of murmurs, the Canadian titan confirmed the rumors – he’s venturing out on ‘The Assassination Vacation Tour.’

A maximum impact trek of Europe, the jaunt will see Drizzy rock a variety of major venues including a whopping SIX show stay at London’s iconic O2 Arena. 

The tour, which boasts former foe Tory Lanez as a special guest, is being mounted as the first international concert series since Drake unleashed the mega-selling ‘Scorpion.’ Prior to now, the self-ordained Champagne Papi had only trekked across North America in support of the LP with Migos on the ‘Aubrey & The Three Migos’ tour.

Check out the dates for ‘The Assassination Vacation’ below…

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The 2019 Trumpet Awards paid tribute to Urban producer extraordinaire Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins over the weekend for his immeasurable contributions to music that span well over two decades.

Producing hits for the likes of Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Toni Braxton, Beyonce, and more over his career, Jerkins crowning achievement may still be the 1998 smash, ‘The Boy Is Mine,’ recorded by Brandy and Monica (which spent a whopping 13 weeks at #1).

A performance of the cut came as the highlight of the homage, which will air on Bounce TV February 11th (Brandy’s birthday), and was given a 2019 revamp courtesy of R&B starlets Justine Skye and Sevyn Streeter.

Did they do it justice? Look inside and tell us:

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