Two years after soaring to the Billboard 200’s top 20 with his last studio album, ‘Entergalactic,’ rapper-actor Kid Cudi is aiming for even higher heights on the hitlist with its follow-up ‘Insano.’

Originally due on digital shelves in September 2023, the January 12-released project – which has been teased as far back as 2021 – comes as a 21-song affair that boasts a who’s who of Hip-Hop guests across its tracklist including Young Thug, Lil Wayne, Travis Scott DJ Drama, ASAP Rocky, Lil Yachty, Pharrell Williams, XXXTentacion, and more.

Ahead of the Friday arrival of the standard version, Cudi had already teased there would be a deluxe edition with nearly double the tracks.

Until we get updates on the LP’s revamped version, hop inside to get acquainted with ‘Insano’ courtesy of Apple Music and Spotify.

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Ouch! Though wholly expecting to brave critical backlash for its Biblical references (deemed by many as sacrilegious), Lil Nas X may not have been prepared for the mixed review his latest tune ‘J Christ’ itself would get upon its debut Friday morning (January 12).

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Ariana Grande is back!

The superstar songbird has hatched the video for her brand new single ‘yes, and?’

Arriving a mere matter of hours after the Max Martin and Ilya-produced jam was released, the clip skews cinematic and sees Ari clap back at the critics who’ve had her name in the headlines non-stop.

‘yes, and?’ serves as the lead offering from the 30-year-old’s forthcoming alum, her first in three years.

Watch the Christian Breslauer-directed visual after the jump…

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Over time, many a hit made the rounds amongst a multitude of artists before its eventual release and resonance.

And it’s emerged that such was the case with Kylie Minogue‘s viral smash, ‘Padam Padam.’

Housed on the legend’s latest album ‘Tension,’ the track was launched as its lead offering and took all the way off – peaking within the top 10 of charts worldwide.

It even earned Minogue a nomination at the forthcoming GRAMMY Awards 2024.

However, its producer Lostboy has revealed that the track was almost Rita Ora‘s.

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For Usher, all roads lead to the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime 2024.

And it’s been a long road; one the performer has been dancing down for 30 years.

In a new commercial promoting the eagerly anticipated spectacle, the hitmaker leans into the three-decade journey to this monumental moment – which takes place on February 11 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The performance will be preceded by the release of Usher’s 9th studio album ‘Coming Home,’ which will arrive on February 9.

Watch the superstar’s Super Bowl tease below…

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Almost 6 years after releasing his last solo studio album, 2018’s chart-topping ‘I Am > I Was,‘ rapper 21 Savage has returned with that LP’s star-studded follow-up ‘American Dream.’

Serving as the accompanying soundtrack to his debut film of the same name, ‘Dream’ features big names like Doja Cat, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott, Summer Walker, Lil Durk, Mariah the Scientist, Brent Faiyaz, and more across its 15 tracks.

Delivered courtesy of Epic Records, hop inside to hear the 50-minute project in full courtesy of Apple Music and Spotify.

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The same day the Jeymes Samuel-directed Biblical comedy ‘The Book of Clarence’ opened in theaters nationwide (January 12) so did its star-studded soundtrack on major digital streaming platforms everywhere.

While the movie boasts big names like LaKeith Stanfield, Teyana Taylor, Caleb McLaughlin, Alfre Woodard, and others, its companion album bagged contributions from the likes of Lil Wayne, D’Angelo, Doja Cat, Kodak Black, Jorja Smith, and JAY-Z (who also serves as the musical project’s executive director).

Delivered courtesy of the latter’s Roc Nation Records, hop inside to stream the soundtrack courtesy of Apple Music and Spotify.

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Doja Cat started the week with news she made Billboard history thanks to ‘Scarlet‘ hits ‘Agora Hills’ and ‘Paint the Town Red,’ but – if the reaction to her two newest songs are any indication – she may be well on her way to repeating the record-setting feat.

Tapped for ‘The Book of Clarence’ soundtrack, Cat contributed the Jeymes Samuel, Kodak Black and Adekunle Gold-assisted ‘JEEZU‘ to the star-studded album that also features names like JAY-Z, D’Angelo, and Lil Wayne on its roster. The musical project hit digital shelves on Friday (January 12) – the same day as its parent film.

Elsewhere, Doja joined forces with fellow GRAMMY-winning rapper 21 Savage as the guest on his song ‘n.h.i.e.’  

Found aboard his latest effort, ‘American Dream,’ the opus (like ‘Clarence’) is also attached to a movie – a biographical venture of the same name that chronicles Savage’s rise to fame.

Hear both tunes inside.

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At long last, the #AG7 era is finally upon us.

Just days after sending her beloved fan base (affectionately called #Arianators) into a frenzy with news she’s ready to unlock new music, Ariana Grande has lifted the lid on the tune ‘Yes, And?’

Tapping producer extraordinaire Max Martin to helm production, ‘Yes’ comes as the first single from the GRAMMY winner’s new album reportedly titled ‘Eternal Sunshine‘ – the long-awaited follow-up to 2020’s chart-topping ‘Positions.’

Ahead of the arrival of its accompanying music video at 7a PST on Friday morning (January 12), get acquainted with ‘Yes, And?’ inside.

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After using his last controversial era, ‘Montero,’ to go to Hell to twerk on and unalive the Devil, Lil Nas X is now using his musical superpowers to go to Heaven in the cinematic music video for ‘J Christ‘ – the first single from his yet-titled sophomore album.

With its polarizing depictions of crucifixion and communion, LNX (born Montero Hill) once again ruffled the feathers of Christian conservatives – many of whom blasted the GRAMMY winner on social media and even signed petitions to have ‘J Christ’ blocked from radio and digital airwaves.

Much to their chagrin, their efforts have proven futile as Friday (January 12) brought with it the arrival of the Hill-directed visual in full.

Featuring a cameo from Web personality-actress TS Madison, hop inside to see the action.

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‘How We Roll’ hitmaker Ciara has shown up-and-coming rapstress Stunna Girl how she rolls when it comes to using her music without clearance.

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Taraji P. Henson got all sorts of emotional today during an appearance on ‘The Talk.’

Currently on the press run for ‘The Color Purple,’ the Golden Globe Award winner has been making headlines for her candid articulation of the pay disparity and broader hurdles she continues to face as a Black actress.

In return, the 53-year-old has received an outpouring of support.

The latter of which is why had her teary-eyed on the CBS show.

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