Keyshia Cole is back!

Fresh from announcing her new deal with Epic Records, the R&B songbird is wasting no time hatching new single.

Christened ‘You,’ the track features rappers Remy Ma and French Montana. And, even more exciting for fans of the singer, the cut drops tonight.

Want a taste ahead of its premiere?

We thought so. Head below for a snippet!

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Nicki Minaj has promised a slew of fresh material in 2017 and kicks things off with a fire-filled feature on Major Lazer‘s new single ‘Run Up.’

Also boasting OVO’s PARTYNEXTDOOR on its line-up, the flavorsome track follows the group’s summer smash ‘Cold Water.’

As for Nicki, she aims to please with her pen-game, spitting:

“He call me Queen, he know “nicki” is the monicker. He want a mix between Hillary & Monica. Switch it up…RIP the beat, then I STITCH it up

Take a listen below…

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If folk thought KeKe Palmer planned to keep quiet about her recent spat with Trey Songz, they’re all sorts of mistaken.

Because the singer-actress is not only continuing to talk, she revealed to Larry King that she’s gearing up to take legal action too.

Full story below…

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Vanity Fair captures the media’s move towards increased diversity on their 2nd annual Hollywood Portfolio cover.

Stars, both established and rising, aligned for the striking shot which was lensed by Anne Leibovitz. 

Included is Janelle Monae, who has received rave reviews for her roles in ‘Hidden Figures’ and ‘Moonlight’ (both of which received several Oscar nominations).

Also featured is Lupita Nyong’o, whose recent film ‘The Queen Of Katwe’ was critically acclaimed.

We were also elated to spot Aja Naomi King. For, beyond her work on ‘How To Get Away With Murder,’ she’s still managing to shine through the darkness that encased ‘The Birth Of A Nation’ – which she starred in last year alongside Nate Parker.

Peep the ladies close up’s after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez is never at a loss for roles.

The eternal stage slayer leads a star-studded line-up of judges for new NBC show ‘World Of Dance.’

Set to debut later this Spring, the 10-episode series (which the singer is also executive producing) is billed as an unparalleled dance competition, where the winner will receive a life-altering grand prize of $1 million.

Ne-Yo, Derek Hough, and Jenna Dewan Tatum complete the panel for the show, which brings the world’s elite dancers together to compete in epic battles of artistry, precision and athleticism. Solo artists will do battle against against duos and crews in different styles of Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet and Ballroom.

Last night saw the faces of the show align in Los Angeles for the official launch event.

Peep more pics below…

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R&B star Keri Hilson paid a visit to The Real this week to plug ‘Love By The 10th Date,’ her new Lifetime rom-com co-starring Kelly Rowland and Meagan Good.

While chatting up with the ladies of daytime talker, the singer-songwriter briefly opened up about her long-awaited third studio album ‘L.I.A.R’ (an acronym for ‘Love Is A Religion’).

The LP has been in the making for several years and during the sit-down, Miss Keri Baby spilled on the rationale for its title.

Watch below…

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As her Brandy-inspired bop ‘Distraction’ continues to win over new fans, Kehlani continues to build momentum for her debut album ‘Sweet, Sexy, Savage.’

Perhaps Atlantic Records’ answer to Roc Nation’s Rihanna, the promising star will drop the set tomorrow and has now released its track list.

Ready to see what those who pick up the project will hear once it impacts the world at midnight?

Find out below…

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BET’s New Edition miniseries has set a new ratings record for the platform with help from the millions who tuned in to catch its stars (pictured above) in action.

Details below…

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It may be her 36th birthday, but it appears Alicia Keys is the one giving out the gifts.  That’s right, the singer/songwriter took to Twitter to unveil her latest song ‘That’s What’s Up.’

Tuck in below to hear the soulful tune that samples Kings of Tomorrow‘s memorable hit ‘So Alive’:

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Teyana Taylor has riding the wave of momentum since starring in Kanye West’s ‘Fade’ video.

And it’s a trajectory that shows no sign of slowing.

The R&B siren has been tapped by Reebok to star in their new “Free Your Style” commercial – and she certainly makes it count.

Cutting shapes aplenty, the stage blazer continues to show her performing gravitas. Hopefully, she leverages all the exposure towards plugging new music sooner rather than later.

In there here and now though, watch her action below…

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Janet Jackson made headlines the world over early this month when she announced she had become a mother at age 50.

The superstar singer and her billionaire husband Wissam Al Mana welcomed their son Eissa and respectfully requested privacy as they became acquainted with their newborn.

Today saw the singer thrust back into the spotlight when she was spotted for the first time since giving birth in London.

The ‘Feedback’ was snapped shopping at upscale baby boutique Blue Almonds, which is also frequented by British royal family.

Peep the radiant Queen of Pop below…

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Fantasia is charging on with promotion for her fifth studio album ‘The Definition Of…’

The next single to be issued from the 2016 LP is confirmed to be ‘When I Met You’ and its video is set for unveiling this Friday.

Uniquely, the clip stars the American Idol’s daughter Zion as well as male model Cairo (who is the son of ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ star Sheree Whitfield).

Want to see how the visual is shaping up ahead of its premiere? Check out a sneak peek after the jump…

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