Lil Kim‘s contributions to black music and the arts haven’t gone unnoticed by the city of New York who, by way of the City Council’s Black, Latino and Asian Caucus, honoured her in the city this month.

Why this month? Well, because it’s African-American Music Appreciation Month!

Ready to watch the moment Kim nabbed her hard-earned award?

Watch below…

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Drake may be in a precarious position critically (see: Pusha T duel), but there’s is no denying  his commercial clout.

His latest album ‘Scorpion’ easily serves as one of the year’s most anticipated – even more so now that its roll-out is heating up.

Moments ago, Drizzy unwrapped the project’s cover. Check it out above.

The artwork came with quite the care-package; one which included the LP’s confirmed release date and the music video for current single ‘I’m Upset.’

Both await after the jump…

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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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‘Boo’d Up’ has blasted newcomer Ella Mai in the minds of the masses – on a global scale.

The Brit, who is the protégé of DJ Mustard, has seen the song not only serve as her breakout smash, but one of the year’s biggest hits.

A true testament to the notion of “slow and steady wins the race,” the cut featured on her 2017 EP ‘Ready’ and is now blowing organically more than a year later.

Currently #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, the track sits at #1 on the Hot R&B Songs tally (where it’s reigned for four weeks) and is also atop of Urban radio count.

Seizing on the momentum, the 23-year-old has mapped out a US tour which starts this August.

Head below to find out where and the when the rising star will be shining live this summer…

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R. Kelly‘s ex-wife has revealed that the singer’s (alleged) abusive ways almost drove her to suicide in an emotional new interview.

Consider yourself a fan of the man who accused of molesting the late singer Aaliyah?

An eye-opening tale of manipulation, abuse and the unearthing of filthy secrets below…

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Nicki Minaj has revealed that she is saddened by the fact that many young women are selling their bodies for sex and has urged them to wake up and see just how degrading sex work is.

Where she shared her wise words? ‘Elle’.

The ‘Queen’s thoughts and feelings below…

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Kesha‘s legal duel with Dr. Luke is now looping in the names of her Pop contemporaries.

In a sensational claim, made known thanks to the unearthing of court documents, the singer is said to have accused the producer of raping Katy Perry. An accusation she shared with none other than Lady Gaga.

Full story below…

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Tiffany Haddish is crowned ‘Comedy’s New Queen’ a-front of the latest issue of The Hollywood Reporter.

And with understandable reason. Several, in fact.

Since her breakout success in last summer’s surprise smash ‘Girls Trip,’ the star – who, at 38, is redefining the rules surrounding the age of “making it” – has been on a hot streak like no other.

In one year alone, she’s nabbed blockbuster deals with Netflix and HBO, hosted SNL, starred in a major Super Bowl commercial, released a book, and landed a slew of new roles – with ‘Night School’ co-starring Kevin Hart being one of her most anticipated.

And if that made for a compelling read, her interview feature is even more magnetic.

Doing away with the stuffy political correctness which pervades Hollywood, Haddish is refreshingly candid about…well…everything.

During the chat, she opens up about the business drawbacks of blowing up suddenly, love interests having ulterior motives, and rumored conflicts with ‘The Last OG’ co-star Tracy Morgan.

Perhaps most titillating is her long-awaited reveal of #WhoBitBeyonce. 

What are you waiting for? Pics and excerpts await after the jump…

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Cop a gander of Nicki Minaj on the cover of Elle Magazine‘s July issue!

The rapper is staging quite the takeover this week.

For, beyond the striking shoot – which was shot by and features Karl Lagerfeld, Onika has unleashed new song ‘Rich Sex’ and is gearing up to drop Ariana Grande collaboration ‘Bed’ tomorrow. 

All sees the femcee cook up the perfect storm of buzz for her hotly anticipated forth studio album ‘Queen’ (which arrives August 10th).

More of Ms. Minaj awaits after the jump…

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Jamie Foxx has been accused of weaponising his penis!

Details on the assault allegations he is facing below…

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Reggie Bush is in for a major payday that sings to the merry tune of $12.5 million.

Full story below…

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As slow burners go, few this year can rival the steady ascend of Khalid and Normani‘s scintillating hit ‘Love Lies.’

Released in the Spring, the track was ignited with a blazing performance at the Billboard Music Awards last month and has been scorching radio and streaming platforms ever since.

With the song popping most on Pop and Urban formats, the latter was gifted a boost today with the arrival of a Rick Ross remix.

Take a listen below…

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