Just over a year-and-a-half after embattled songstress Kim Burrell lost several endorsements and was shunned by both gospel and secular communities for comments deemed “homophobic” during a sermon (click here to read), fellow gospel singer Kierra Sheard may be well en route to such fate.

The 31-year-old, famous for rendering nearly 15 years of her own gospel hits and being the daughter of Clark Sisters‘ legend Karen Clark Sheard, recently rubbed fans the wrong way when she suggested homosexuality was the direct result of “victimization” (i.e. molestation, etc.).  Needless to say, the assertion did not go very well.  As fans, followers, and more have been taking her to task on social media all day, the blaze has only grown higher as the story makes its rounds.

Could Kiki be well on her way to backlash?  Hear her words inside and weigh in:

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Justin Timberlake just dropped a summer surprise on fans with the release of new song ‘SoulMate.’

The melodic radio-ready jam isn’t featured on recently released album ‘Man Of The Woods’ – which has experienced a less-than-stellar run since its arrival in February.

It also comes just one day after the 37-year-old shared a pic of himself in the studio with James Fauntleroy and Nineteen 85.

As at writing, the track’s roll-out lacks context and it’s not immediately been disclosed whether it forms part of a re-release, side project, or is simply standalone.

What is certain is that it awaits after the jump…

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The reboot to ‘TRL’ may not have exactly proven itself to be the most lucrative decision during MTV’s revamp (click here to read more), but that certainly served as no deterrent for the network’s execs to continue rebirthing some of its classics from yesteryear.

Shortly after announcing they’d be digging ‘Real World’ from the vault (click here to read more on that), news surfaced it would just be one of many shows the network is set to reboot from its glory days.

Click inside to see what names accompany the likes of ‘Daria’ and more:

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Almost a decade after his death, Michael Jackson remains big business. Billion dollar business.

And the latest facet of the King Of Pop’s omnipresence comes in the form of a new Broadway production.

Details below…

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Well, that didn’t take long.

Nicki Minaj premiered ‘Bed’ earlier today, her newest single and latest pairing with Ariana Grande. And now she’s teasing its titillating music video.

The sizzling track is lifted from the rapper’s fourth studio album ‘Queen’ (due August 10th).

Having coronated ‘Bed’ as the project’s official focus single, will it be her next hit? Watch the preview below and let us know…

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It’s the eve of the release of Christina Aguilera‘s sixth studio album ‘Liberation’ and, like many, we’re still pinching ourselves that it’s still…happening.

And while we’re elated that she’s finally stood up from The Voice‘s spinning chair (anyone else feel she was glued to it at a point?), we are wondering one thing:

Where’s the much discussed Pink collaboration?

As two of Pop’s premier voices, the prospect of the pairing left many in a state of constant excitement. Particularly in light of their former feud. Then the ‘Liberation’ tracklist was revealed and the cut was nowhere to be found.

Well, in a new interview Xtina opens up about the cut, which it seems we may be hearing at some point…soon.

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Nene Leakes is renown for taking on challenges and challengers head on, but her latest may be the most testing yet.

Recent times have seen health concerns raised about her husband Gregg Leakes; concerns which heightened in light of his recent hospitalizations.

And while the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ star initially kept mum on what the cause was, she’s opened up and confirmed that her partner of 21 years is battling cancer.

Details below..

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Janet Jackson has millions of fans and one of her most ardent (and notable) admirers is Bruno Mars. 

Millions tuned in last month to see the the hitmaker present Jackson with the Billboard Icon Award at the BBMAs  – a show which also brought with it the diva’s first televised performance in almost a decade.

Having both expressed ample appreciation for the other, it appears the pair are gearing up to extend their love for one another to the studio.

Details below…

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Rita Ora has unleashed the video for new single ‘Girls.’

Lifted from the the 27-year-old’s long-awaited second album, the anthemic jam sees the Brit star joined by Cardi B, Bebe Rexha, and Charli XCX.

Its accompanying video, which also features the ladies, sees the quad celebrate womanhood across the ages.

In a recent interview, Ora revealed that the clip was shot in various cities – including London and New York.

Watch how all comes together below…

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Ariana Grande showcases her blonde ambition a-front of British Vogue. 

The vocal wonder is gearing up for the release of her fourth studio album ‘Sweetener’ this August and is working her way across the promotional circuit to signal its imminent arrival.

Beyond her refreshed aesthetic, the 24-year-old is reportedly angling for a more experimental sound this go round. And to aid that cause, she’s drafted in Pharrell Williams while keeping Max Martin aboard to helm the more expected Pop bops.

While Ari’s Vogue issue hits newsstands on June 8th, a preview of her interview has been shared and it features the songbird reflecting on the terrorist attack which took place at the Manchester stop of her ‘Dangerous Woman Tour’ last year.

Her words on the tragedy below…

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Kanye West‘s ‘Ye’ has earned a surprising Metacritic score his fans are anything but pleased about.

Hit the link below to find out what West’s remaining fans are so peeved about.

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Ariana Grande sprinkled a little ‘Sweetener’ on her Wango Tango set tonight.

For, she thrilled fans with a performance of new song ‘The Light Is Coming.’

Prior to now, the song – which features Nicki Minaj – had only been previewed in snippet form.

What does it sound like? Find out below…

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