Azealia Banks continues to polarize the public with her antics. However, one thing is a cert – she’s powering ahead on her own.

After being dropped from Interscope Records and releasing debut ‘Broke With Expensive Taste’ as an indie offering, the rapper recently inked a deal with EOne for the release of new album ‘Fantasea II.’

However, perhaps deterred by the performance (or lack-thereof of the project’s preceding singles), Banks has…well…bounced. And, as predicted, not without

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DC Comics has found a good friend in the brilliantly gifted and whimsical actor Lakeith Stanfield.

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Nicki Minaj fans may have to wait a while longer for new album ‘Queen.’

The hotly anticipated set has long been set for a August 10th arrival. However, it appears complications may cause for a slight delay.

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Lyrica Anderson & A1‘s marital woes, fuelled by baseless claims of infidelity, has spelled success for ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood.’

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While some of the offerings from Zayn Malik‘s yet-titled sophomore album – the follow-up to 2016’s chart-topping ‘Mind of Mine’ – have managed to crack the top 20 on the U.K. side of the pond, Stateside the releases haven’t fared nearly as well.

Not even breaking into the top 40 on the Hot 100, none of the tunes (to date) have managed to drum up the buzz cuts found aboard his inaugural LP boasted.  That could all change thanks to ‘Too Much’ – Malik’s forthcoming release featuring superproducer Timbaland at the helm.

“Felt good, but now I feel bad. Like I know I can’t take it back. No there’s nothing I can say,” he sings over Timbo’s trademark stylings.  But, will it be enough to ignite genuine interest in the crooner’s soon-to-drop second album?

Hear the snippet inside and let us know:

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After weeks of names like Missy Elliott, Christina Aguilera, and more swirled around the rumor mill, MTV has finally confirmed this year’s recipient of the prestigious Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award will be none other than Jennifer Lopez.

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On the cover of British Vogue this September? The unstoppable Pop firework that is Rihanna!

Hard at work on what some day will be a double disc album the hit-building singer takes to the pages of British Vogue with the full support of its editor Edward Enninful to deliver a number of eye-catching looks.                     (more…)

For many, Madonna is the definition of musical endurance.

The royal set sail on her quest for Pop over 35-years ago and hasn’t looked back.

Next month sees the  queen of queens celebrate her 60th birthday and while some of her ageing counterparts are playing down their age – Madge is embracing hers.

Case in point her stunning new cover spread in the August issue of Vogue Italia. 

Lensed in Lisbon by the acclaimed photographers Mert & Marcus, the shoot sees the diva supreme pose it up in a number of striking shots. She’s also joined by adopted daughters Mercy James and twins Estere and Stella.

The feature comes ahead of much-teased new music from her Madgesty.

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While Bow Wow is no stranger to online controversy due to a number of outbursts and rants over the past few years, his most recent meltdown sent shockwaves as he announced a desire to quit the music industry, give away all his money, and begin a career at the GameStop – a popular video game retailer.

Taking to social media yesterday (July 30) in a series of now deleted postings, the rapper (born Shad Moss) slammed ‘hateful gossip sites’ and announced:

Ima quit all this shit. Down size my home. Sale everything. And go work at gamestop. Id probably be the happiest man in the world. trade my cars in and buy a PROBE

— Bow Wow (@smoss) July 30, 2018

Im cash apping all my money away today. So if you want some free money yall can have it… lets see if you think money makes you happy

— Bow Wow (@smoss) July 30, 2018

I just cashed app you a gift! THIS AINT NO MAFUKKAN BOW WOW CHALLENGE IM GIVING MY MONEY AWAY ALL DAY TODAY

Beyond the announcement above, Moss made repeated mentions of wanting to visit his therapist and referred to himself as ‘the most hated artist in the world.’  And, as if those cries for help weren’t enough, he dropped a bombshell on fans when he revealed his intentions of pulling out of mentor Jermaine Dupri‘s recently announced 25th anniversary So So Def tour.  Details inside:

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With an Australian tour in support of her 2017 album, ‘Witness,’ set to take her to mid-August 2018, Katy Perry‘s looking to make her presence known on and off the stage Down Under – a truth she plays in earnest with a recent stint as cover girl for ‘Vogue Australia.’

Dishing on everything from her creative process to returning to God and more (as we reported here), the mag’s feature photos saw her not only pay homage to vintage Hollywood, but also saw the ‘American Idol’ star pay tribute to one of her idols – Whitney Houston.

While posing it up in the behind the scenes footage of the accompanying photo shoot, Perry broke into a spirited rendition of Houston’s iconic Chaka Khan remake, ‘I’m Every Woman.’ 

Curious how she fared?  See it inside:

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It’s a great time to be Janet Jackson right now.

At 52, the pop icon is proving herself to be hot as ever with a whirlwind touring itinerary, headlining a number of world renown festivals (including ‘Essence Festival’ and a recent stop at New York City’s ‘Panorama Festival’ as we reported here), and now the filming of a new music video.

As we reported here last week, the song – titled ‘Made For Now’ – is believed to be one of many gems set to line the Pop royal’s new album (the follow-up to 2015’s ‘Unbreakable’).  Featuring rapper Daddy Yankee, ‘Made’ has yet to be officially announced by members of the artists’ respective camps, but with behind the scenes footage of its accompanying Dave Meyers-helmed video shoot unearthed (including new footage seen after the jump), it’s clear the release is imminent!

Keen to see more of what Mama Jackson is cooking up on set?  It awaits inside:

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A year after hitting #1 with her comeback album, ‘Rainbow,’ singer Kesha is still looking to shine light on the set – her first since her highly documented legal battle with former producer/mentor Dr. Luke.

Looking to give fans a closer look at her life, the creation process of the project, and more, Kesha’s teamed with Apple music for ‘Rainbow – the Film.’  Shot in a documentary style a la Lady Gaga‘s ‘Five Foot Two,’ Demi Lovato‘s ‘Simply Complicated,’ and more, the 31-year-old took to Twitter recently (July 30) to announce the flick as a commemoration of the first year anniversary of its parent album’s release.  This, after taking to Billboard to say:

“Making Rainbow the album was such a therapeutic process and given the opportunity to turn it into a three-dimensional piece of art has helped me find even deeper healing and catharsis,” she stated. She added hopes that the release will have a larger impact on those who follow along.”

Later, she added:

“I hope this film inspires others to never give up even if you feel full of hurt or lost, because after the storm comes a rainbow. Depression, anxiety and mental illness are things we all need to talk about more, and there is no shame in asking for help. Making the decision to work on yourself is the bravest thing you can do…”

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