As the world of TV and Film struggles to develop original concepts, today’s Retro Rewind sees us salute HBO for its continued to efforts to do just that.

In 1997, Richard Guay and Valerie Thomas produced the project ‘Subway Stories: Tales from the Underground’, a release which told the real stories of New York city subway users.

Enamoured by its grit and soul, HBO picked up ten of the stories and retold the stories with help from a number of gifted entertainers.

One of these was Taral Hicks.

Take that journey to the past with us below…

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The revered Hip-Hop gatekeeper Funkmaster Flex is far from finished with his Nicki Minaj feud.

In fact, should she catch wind about what he has to say about her new material, we’d say it’s just getting started.

His latest diss below…

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Does Naomi Campbell ever not slay?

The supermodel shows no signs of slowing down in 2017.

Currently starring on FOX hit ‘STAR,’ the 46-year-old continues to press on with her modelling endeavours.

Proving that she still has “it” in earnest, Ms. Campbell styles and profiles in a fierce new shoot for Madame Figaro magazine.

Lensed by Nicos Bustos, more pics await below…

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Calvin Harris has assembles another eclectic collective.

The Scottish DJ / producer recruited Ariana Grande, Pharrell Williams, and Young Thug for new single ‘Heatstroke.’ 

With summer nigh, the funky fresh track arrives right on time.

A pulsating club scorcher in awaits after the jump…

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Mary J. Blige turning up the volume on her heartbreak.

The Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul is currently in the midst of a very public divorce and is self-medicating with the release of new album ‘Strength Of A Woman.’

Presently on the press run, her latest stop was ‘The Breakfast Club’ – and she didn’t hold back.

Speaking with Charlamagne, DJ Envy, and Angela Yee, MJB reveals that ex Kendu Isaacs dented her confidence by allegedly telling her that her fans no longer cared about her. She also spoke extensively about the lead-up and immediate aftermath of her filing.

Watch the compelling interview after the jump…

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Beyonce is a proven draw – both on the charts and at the box office.

Indeed, beyond her otherworldly success as an artist, Queen Bey has made quite the mark on the big screen in films such as ‘Dreamgirls’ and  ‘The Pink Panther.’

Such is her pull the director of the ‘Lion King’ live-action remake is reportedly committed to securing her for the film.

Details below…

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Tinashe is hitting the TV circuit in support of fiery new single ‘Flame.’

The recently released track is lifted from the 24-year-old’s long-awaited sophomore album ‘Joyride,’ which is set for release at some point this year.

In a bid to ignite the song commercially, the starlet took to the stage on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ for a spirited performance.

Check it out below…

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Heavily pregnant singer Ciara is on the cusp of welcoming her second child – and first with husband Russell Wilson.

To celebrate the imminent arrival, CiCi and her footballer bae co-ed an elaborate baby shower in Los Angeles.

Attended by the likes of Serena Williams and Lala Anthony, the all-white affair looked all sorts of fun.

Peep more pics below…

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Following the colossal success of ‘One Dance,’ Drake and WizKid link up again – this time for the latter’s new single ‘Come Closer.’

Nigerian bred Wiz is a superstar at the forefront of the Afro-Beats movement; yet after inking a lucrative record deal with RCA globally, he’s making a beeline for worldwide domination.

And having tasted it with Drizzy last year, who better to re-team with as he aims to make a splash in his own right?

Take a listen to ‘Come Closer’ below…

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‘Scandal’ is back!

Following a longer than planned hiatus (to accommodate Kerry Washington‘s pregnancy), the show picks up right where it left off – with fireworks!

Forming a central part of the revived TGIT (Thank God It’s Thursday) block of programming, the political drama promises (and is already delivering) many an explosive twist and turn for its sixth season. Election, anyone?!

Watch a sneak peek preview of episode 9, titled ‘Dead In The Water,’ below…

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Mary J. Blige calls on Kanye West for the latest showcase of the ‘Strength Of A Woman.’

The dynamic duo fuse their talents together for the first time on the song ‘Love Yourself.’

Speaking to Hot 97‘s Funkmaster Flex, who also premiered the track, MJB revealed that she had long desired to work with West.

How does the fruit of their collaborative labor sound? Take a listen to their hard-knocking empowerment anthem below…

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Surprise!

Kendrick Lamar has just unleashed the video for ‘Humble’ – the latest offering from his forth studio album.

Directed by Dave Meyers, the eclectic visual arrives a week ahead of its parent LP, the title of which remains a mystery.

What is for certain is that ‘Humble’ (produced by Mike WiLL Made-It) awaits below…

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