6ix9ine, hot on the promo trail in support of his surprise-released sophomore album, ‘Tattletales’ (click here to listen), has ruffled the feathers of the Barbz – the very fan group who have long supported him thanks to his affiliation with Rap queen Nicki Minaj.

Taking to Billboard recently, the 24-year-old was quizzed about his trail of hits including his first and only Hot 100 chart-topper ‘Trollz.’  Visibly perturbed by the line of questioning, 6ix9ine emphasized that he did not need anyone’s help to get to #1 – not even Minaj’s.

However, while defending his chart history his commentary was perceived as an inadvertent diss to the Harajuku Barbie in the process – a feat that set in motion ongoing attacks from Barbz.

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6ix9ine sprung a surprise on fans Friday (September 4) when he unleashed his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘TattleTales’ (click here to stream).

Featuring the hits ‘TROLLZ,’ ‘GOOBA,’ and more, the 13-track set boasts guest appearances from the likes of Nicki Minaj, Akon, and more.

Hot on the promo trail in support of the effort, 6ix9ine’s uncaged ‘TUTU’ as the latest single to get the video treatment.

Directed by Just4canon, the characteristically colorful clip sees its star portray a Joker-inspired figure while surrounded by bootylicious babe at a car show.

Tapping reality star/rapstress Blac Chyna to co-star, look inside to see the festivities:

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Reel Goats was summoned to direct the music video for ‘Pick Up‘ – the latest release from DaBaby’s chart-topping junior studio album, ‘Blame It On Baby.’

Featuring Migos star Quavo, the video for the DJ K.i.D-produced bop sees the Rap duo engage in time travel and encounter everything from prehistoric life to the Ice Cube classic film, ‘Friday.’

Even traveling to outer space, the whimsical clip continues DaBaby’s track record of infusing comedy in his music videos and, like those before it, ‘Pick Up’ is a winner.

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While a number of R&B artists have seen 2020 render some of their poorest performing efforts to date, the same certainly cannot be said for Jhené Aiko.

Bouncing back from the less than favorable commercial showing of her 2017-released sophomore album, ‘Trip,’ her junior LP – ‘Chilombo’ – took a trip straight to the top of R&B charts upon its release in March thanks to the success of its singles ‘P*ssy Fairy,’ ‘B.S.’ (featuring H.E.R.), and more.

Now, nearly two months after issuing a re-release of ‘Chilombo’ (which ranks as the year’s top-selling female R&B project), the 32-year-old has learned its most celebrated singles have crossed the threshold for Platinum certification at the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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SZA is back!

Today saw the R&B blazer unwrap new single ‘Hit Different’ with no prior warning; a move which has excited and delighted fans in equal measure.

Wasting no time hitting the promotional trail, the First Lady of TDE chopped it up with Zane Lowe on Beats 1 radio. 

During the candid chat, SZA opened up about the pressures of dropping new music, working with The Neptunes, her forthcoming album, and much more.

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Armed with the momentum of Monday night’s history-making Verzuz battle, Monica has announced an exciting new venture with Apple Music.

For, the R&B chanteuse is launching her own radio show – ‘Mo Talk’ on the super-sized streamer.

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‘Detroit 2’ (click here to stream), the long-awaited sequel to Big Sean‘s critically acclaimed 2012 ‘Detroit’ project, landed on digital shelves Friday (September 4).

Kicked off by the Nipsey Hussle-assisted ‘Deep Reverence,’ the project is loaded with A-list guest appearances including features from the likes of Jhené Aiko, Stevie Wonder, Erykah Badu, Lil Wayne, Post Malone, Eminem, and Travis Scott.

Related to the latter, the duo’s HitBoy-produced tune – ‘Lithuania’ – was recently granted the video treatment.

Directed by Mike Carson, look inside to see the trippy visual.

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The persistence of Nicki Minaj fans, affectionately called #Barbz, has finally paid off.

After what seemed like endless quizzing from the diehard fan group, EDM trio Major Lazer (comprised of Diplo, Walshy Fire, and Ape Drums) have given an update about the status of their long-teased tune with the Harajuku Barbie.

Taking to Twitter Friday (September 4), they offered confirmation the song is coming…very soon!

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May Mariah Carey‘s continued celebration of #MC30 never end!

The Songbird Supreme is celebrating 30 years in the music industry with a new batch of remix EPs.

This time; however, the living legend has released an all Spanish-language EP called ‘Mariah En Espańol.’ It contains the Spanish versions of ‘Hero,’ ‘My All,’ and ‘Open Arms’ along with some club remixes.

The other goodies are from her 1998 compilation album, ‘#1’s.’ This includes remixes of ‘Do You Know Where You’re Going To (Theme From ‘Mahogany’),‘ ‘I Still Believe,’ and ‘Sweetheart.’ 

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Days after trending on Twitter for making ill-received comments about Brandy (as we reported here), rapper Yung Miami of Hip Hop duo City Girls saw her name among the site’s most talked about for her inclusion on Chloe x Halle‘s September 4-unveiled star-studded remix to their hit, ‘Do It.’

Teaming with Mulatto and Doja Cat, the trio of rap acts gave the Scott Storch-produced bop a facelift – much to the delight of their respective fan bases.  That is, until listeners got a whiff of what Miami was serving.

Slammed for rapping ‘off-beat,’ the criticism was so staunch it landed on the desk of the 26-year-old (born Caresha Brownlee) who – in response – clapped back at detractors or ‘lying’ about her performance.

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As previously announced, ‘Good Morning America’s annual summer concert series reached its climax Friday (September 4) with ‘Climax’ singer Usher.

Joining the ABC news series virtually, the R&B veteran kicked off his appearance by officially announcing news to confirm his longtime rumored Vegas residency (click here to read more about that).  Later, he launched into a mini-concert to give ticket buyers a taste of what he’ll be serving in Sin City.

Breaking into a medley of his memorable hits including ‘U Remind Me,’ ‘Yeah!,’ ‘U Don’t Have To Call,’ ‘Caught Up,’ and more, look inside to see Ush put it down like only he can.

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