SZA only just released her critically acclaimed debut ‘CTRL,’ but she already has her sights set on her next body of work.

During a fan Q&A in London last night, the eclectic songstress stunned the crowd by revealing that she’s working on a collaborative album.

Much to their elation, she added that the as yet untitled set is a joint project between herself, Mark Ronson, and indie icons Tame Impala:

SZA said she’s doing a collaborative album with Tame Impala and Mark Ronson. pic.twitter.com/mVLI0fSYTd

— DAILY SZA (@DailySZA) July 13, 2017

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We still have ‘CTRL’ on heavy rotation and imagine the Grammy committee do too. That said, we’re all for more, more, and more!

Ultimately in today’s age, the rules are that there are no rules. So it’s great to see the likes of SZA disrupting the marketplace in an innovate way.

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The Trinidadian actor Lucien Laviscount continues to carve a healthy lane for himself in the competitive streets of Hollywood.

Still lauded for his role in the short-lived ‘Scream Queens’ and his contributions to the British series ‘Waterloo Road’, the thespian now finds himself soaring on the wings of cash collected by his latest picture ‘The Bye Bye Man.’

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The 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards air September 17th and will celebrate the titles and talents who’ve made the most marked impact.

As the top honor in television, all eyes are on which shows and stars have nabbed nominations.

Well, wonder no more. Because the full list of nominations for the main categories have been unveiled.

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Music and performances may be a hard find when it comes to ZAYN. However, the former One Direction star is finding his footing in the fashion area.

In a major coup, the burgeoning style connoisseur has landed the cover of Vogue Magazine alongside girlfriend Gigi Hadid.

Together the couple appear on the August issue of the fashion bible and, admittedly, nailed their spread.

Sure, we’d prefer songs and live performances. But for now, we’ll entertain these plates of slay. For now.

Check out more from the shoot below…

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Kesha keeps the stream of new music a’coming.

The Pop starlet set the net ablaze with comeback track ‘Praying’ and has quickly followed up with ‘Woman’ – the video for which she hatched moments ago.

Noticeably more upbeat that its predecessor, it appears the track forms part of a dual release to plug her long-awaited third album ‘Rainbow.’

The campaign comes on the heels of a hard-fought legal battle with producer Dr. Luke, who she alleges sexually assaulted her.

Hoping to put that behind her (after several setbacks), it appears Kesha just wants to have fun now.

Watch ‘Woman,’ which features The Dap-Kings Horns, below…

The blah-ness of the video aside, it’s cool to see Kesha mature her care-free Pop sound in a way that is still mass appealing but not repetitive.

This could, if pushed, do well.

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Shia LaBeouf has issued an apology after telling an African-American police officer that he was going to “hell” after he was arrested in Savanah.

I am deeply ashamed of my behavior and make no excuses for it. My outright disrespect for authority is problematic to say the least, and completely destructive to say the worst. It is a new low. A low I hope is a bottom.

I have been struggling with addiction publicly for too long, and I am actively taking steps toward securing my sobriety and hope I can be forgiven for my mistakes

However, not everyone is convinced he meant any harm when he told the officer he was heading to Hades.

He said the black cop was going to hell cause he working for the white cops who don’t give a fuck about black people. I see no issue https://t.co/Vk6fY0X749

— J (@JayCassius_) July 13, 2017

Watch what happened here.

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Ay dios mio.

A letter penned by Madonna to the actor John Echos in the 90s has surfaced and it’s set to ruffle the feathers of Whitney Houston‘s fans.

In it, a frustrated Madonna mocks and degrades Houston’s gift and slams she and Sharon Stone offering the masses “mediocre” content.

I have made so many people angry that I’m being punished and basically made to be quiet and sit in a corner, whole other less interesting and exciting people are reaping the benefits of the roads I’ve paved.

It’s so unequivocally frustrating to read that Whitney Houston has the music career I wish I had and Sharon Stone has the film career I’ll never have. Not because I want to be these women because I’d rather die, but they’re so horribly mediocre and they’re always being held up as paragons of virtue and some sort of measuring stick to humiliate me.

I don’t think I can play the game to be accepted. I’m too intelligent, I have too much pride.

I feel like I have no career, no family, nothing permanent or tangible,” Madonna wrote.

My outlook on life is black black black that’s why I’m no good for you or anyone else right now. I have to regain my sense of power and my joy for living.

The letter goes on sale via an auction later on this week and is said to have been unearthed by  Darlene Lutz who is described as “a long-time personal friend of Madonna’s from her innermost circle”.

Click here to learn more.

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This week, the beloved ‘Black Lives Matter’ activist Deray McKesson took to Twitter to reveal that he believed he had been slighted by the minds behind ‘Planet of the Apes.’

His tweets, which cited Hollywood’s undeniable efforts to endorse scientific racism as his cause for concern, saw him garner the support of those who felt he had been slighted by the movie.

Fortunately it wasn’t long before movie buffs took to social media to ease Deray’s fears by explaining that the character many believed had been based on his appearance was actually inspired by another set of characters in the franchise.

Where Whoopi Goldberg comes into play?

Hurt by her abrasiveness, Deray replied with…

.@WhoopiGoldberg, if you have something to say, I’m here.

— deray mckesson (@deray) July 12, 2017

After speaking with even more people about the history of the film, I deleted the tweets.

— deray mckesson (@deray) July 12, 2017

Things have now taken a turn for the worst. For, after teasing McKesson for not doing his research into the movie’s history before tweeting, social media has turned on Whoopi Goldberg for her supposed “eagerness” to tear him down.

Why? Her supposed habit of turning a blind-eye to veiled-racism in her industry.

Much as I love @WhoopiGoldberg she has had coon tendencies since forever. That was so out of line in my opinion. If he’s wrong, then educate

— ⚡Branden⚡ (@Beeyezzy) July 12, 2017

Whoopi Goldberg is a legend but she’s such a coon and it makes me sad.

— Dawn シ (@treasurxdawn) June 18, 2017

Whoopie is problematic as fuck. She was cool with her boyfriend Ted Danson in black face.

— Brian (@buzzbear1971) July 12, 2017

@karenhunter I have tuned Whoopi Goldberg out ever since she had Ted Dansen dress up in black face

— ✊ WiseGuyEddie (@WiseGuyEddie) July 12, 2017

Whoopi Goldberg let Ted Danson tell nigger jokes while wearing black face so I’m not even checking for her feelings on deray. #next

— Cuntess Vaughn (@jerzeegurl77) July 12, 2017

Didn’t Whoopi Goldberg defend Ted Danson after that blackface incident?

— NOT Jae Crowder (@el_budget) July 12, 2017

you had a global moment to educate the ENTIRE world about subtle racism in entertainment @WhoopiGoldberg and you took the payoff instead smh pic.twitter.com/4kfOU0pIZ1

— Sensible Azealia USA (@AzealiaRebelius) July 13, 2017

i think whoopi has something personal against you just by the way she reacted. u know she had to show out for white mommy and daddy smh

— curtis malone (@akronbred) July 12, 2017

Her unusual story colors her perception about the plight of racism. She seems to take the position good fortune gave her & hers for granted

— Confunkshun (@DEFStories) July 12, 2017

“You’re ignoring the history of the Planet of the Apes movies!!”

Me: You’re ignoring the history of Black people being called apes. pic.twitter.com/L4z5MHZNnL

— April (@ReignOfApril) July 11, 2017

Agreed. Correct him & debate in private. I hate when two intelligent, influential members of the community dispute minor issues in public

— Miss C (@UBUIBMissC) July 13, 2017

She’s also cool with cultural appropriation.

— Brian (@buzzbear1971) July 12, 2017

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Selena Gomez links with Gucci Mane for her next hopeful hit – ‘Fetish.’

Jointly produced by Jonas Jeberg and The Futuristics, the scintillating slow burner serves as the follow-up to ‘Bad Liar’ which peaked at #20 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Like its predecessor, the song sees Gomez embrace an altogether edgier sound.

Can it legitimize her elevation into more credible terrain? Listen below and let us know…

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Elijah Blake returns to R&B’s courts with a new number this week.

The name of his latest effort? ‘Stingy’.

Please don’t tell me I’ve had too much.

The release touches down as part of the campaign he has launched to further his career as an independent act and leads the way for a supporting album set for launch later on this year.

How ‘Stingy’ compares to his earlier jams?

Hit the play button and weigh in on its vibe when you’re done!

 

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Well damn!

That’s basically all we could say once we copped a gander at Ebony’s latest issue, featuring the ever-so sexy cast of OWN’s breakout hit, ‘Queen Sugar.’

Dominating TV ratings with their second season, the ‘Bordelons’ – “Ralph Angel” (Kofi Siriboe), “Charley” (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) and “Nova” (Rutina Wesley) – have turned Wednesday nights on its head with their OMG-worthy dramas, family feuds, address of social issues, and so much more.

Now, to build even more awareness, the show’s cast are showcasing their fiercest poses for the good folks at ‘Ebony.’  See the pics below:

Make sure you pick up the issue when it hits stands later this month.

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Much like her Destiny’s Child sisters, Beyonce and Kelly Rowland, songstress Michelle Williams is known for fiercely guarding details surrounding her private life.

Yet, despite a heart-tugging testimonial she posted to Instagram two months ago suggesting otherwise, it appears the ‘Unexpected’ diva is unexpectedly letting fans in on her romantic dealings – namely those with the famed minister Chad Johnson (not to be confused with the football player Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson).

Michelle’s new beau, the official chaplain for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is also known for his work in the same role for the Arizona Cardinals.  There, he performs pre-game and post-game prayer, hosts Bible studies and morning devotions, fellowship meetings with families, and more.

Taking to Instagram recently, the happy couple unveiled the news of their union on Johnson’s 40th birthday – a move that received a nod from the likes of Tina Knowles, Letoya Luckett, and thousands of well-wishers.

Looks like a match made in heaven to us…

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