As Afrobeats titans go, few stand as a statuesque as Davido.

And with the Nigerian superstar having conquered his home continent, he’s now feeling the magnetic pull of the world at large.

Indeed, hits such as ‘If’ and ‘Fall’ have attracted global attention and catapulted the star into a new strata.

The US especially have embraced him, so it was only fitting that he stopped by The Breakfast Club ahead of his sold-out New York concert.

Chopping it with Charlamagne and DJ Envy, Davido (who was born in Atlanta before hitting it big in Naija) lifted the lid of his cross cultural upbringing, his start in music, and a whole lot more.

A great watch awaits after the jump…

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17-year-old Zhavia has been drumming up all sorts of buzz since appearing on the inaugural season of FOX’s talent search ‘The Four.’

The rising star lit the flame on her debut campaign with the profoundly personal ‘Candlelight’ – which accrued over 13 million streams.

Now, she aims to break out the more with official debut single ‘Deep Down. ‘

The cut’s Xavier Damase directed video was lensed in London and sports a throwback look and feel.

Its arrival comes after Zhavia appeared alongside Diplo, French Montana, and Lil Pump on ‘Welcome To The Party’ from the ‘Deadpool 2’ movie soundtrack?

Check out Zhavia after the jump…

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Though K. Michelle‘s foray into its fray sparked fresh interest in the series, comedic/dramatic storylines carried by the likes of Teairra Mari, Lyrica Anderson, Safaree Samuels and Brooke Valentine are to thank for ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’s ratings gains.

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Donald Glover has accused his former record label, the Glassnote Entertainment Group, of stealing his money.

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Seeing his single, ‘Workin Me,’ working its way up the charts after the premiere of its cinematic music video (jumping from #96 to #52 in just a week), Migos star Quavo is ready to strike out solo with the recently announced project, ‘Quavo Huncho.’

Taking to Instagram today to share the news, the 27-year-old hitmaker is looking to replicate the success of the chart-topping trio by his lonesome.  Fans excited by the report saw that excitement amplified when he revealed the LP will be available much sooner than expected.

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Mya‘s looking to deliver a new anthem for independent women with the MyGuyMars & Resource-produced ear candy, ‘Got My Own’ (G.M.O.).’

Tapping rapper/singer Tink to assist, the bass-buoyed bop is served as the latest gem from the R&B veteran’s ‘T.K.O.’ album (which commemorated the 20th anniversary of the release of her debut LP).

Need a reminder how Miss Mya still has “it” and in abundance?  Look below:

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Ariana Grande has arrived in the UK to continue the promotional push for new album ‘Sweetener.’

And with the set sitting pretty at #1 on the Official UK Album Chart, it’s only fitting that the songbird hits one of the most potent platforms available – BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge.

Backed by a full band, the 25-year-old took vocal flight with hit single ‘God Is A Woman.’ She also performed ‘R.E.M’ and tackled Thundercat’s critically acclaimed jam ‘Them Changes.’

How did Ari do? Watch below to find out…

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Fresh from unleashing EP ‘Surviving The Summer,’ rapper Iggy Azalea is hitting the road and taking a pair of interesting names with her.

Famed for her candy-coated take on Hip-Hop, the femcee has recruited underground leaning ladies for the ‘Bad Girls Tour.’

For, she’s teamed up with Cupcakke and Saweetie. 

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The African-American actor Keith Powers has found a friend in Netflix.

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Cardi B‘s former manager is eager to have the lawsuit she filed against him thrown out of court.

All you need to know about the unstoppable Pop star’s legal woes below…

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Dawn Richard salutes her New Orleans roots in the video for ‘jealously.’

The eclectic songbird hatches the visual as she gears up for a unique reunion with Danity Kane bandmates Aubrey O’Day and Shannon Bex. 

Together, the trio will be embarking on the ‘Universe Is Undefeated Tour,’ a US trek which will see them fuse together sets from Richard solo, O’Day and Bex’s Dumbblonde duo, and a finale comprised of DK hits and fan favorites.

With the jaunt set to kick off later this month, it’s clear Richard is eager for fans to familiarize themselves with her latest jam.

Watch ‘jealously’ after the jump…

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Stacey Dash‘s anti-abortion movie has found someone to pump cash into its production.

Good news for the entertainer and her supporters below…

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