Rihanna may have scored an impressive 8 nominations at the 2017 Grammys, but it appears she’s pressed like a panini over this year’s leading act – Beyonce.

The pair have long been pit against each other by their respective fanbases, yet have maintained an air of cordial publicly.

That all seems to have been flushed down the drain (with Ms. Fenty’s Album of the Year hopes) after the Bajan belle “liked” a shady-filled post aimed at Bey and the Grammy committee.

See what we mean below…

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Scribbled in history books for some good and not-so-good reasons, 2016 brought with it some of modern music’s most memorable moments.

Now, as the year draws to a close, TGJ is reflecting on 31 moments that rocked – and to some degree shaped – the Urban and Pop musical landscape as we know it.

Next, we reflect on how 2016 saw streaming forever change the face of music consumption:

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Mariah Carey may be weary of calling her new E! series a “reality show,” but she ironically owes a debt of gratitude to one of the most popular titles in the genre – ‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta.’

Find out why below…

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 59th annual Grammy Awards, are set to air February 12th 2017 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The nominations for the 2017 Grammys await below…

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The musically-inclined mogul Nicki Minaj has turned down the opportunity to join Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives’ family.

Full story below…

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John Legend boasts a success narrative that will see him booking stages for decades to come.

However, despite this, he’s not averse to hitting the promo trail for his latest music.

With new album ‘Darkness & Light’ released last week, the 37-year-old is performing on as many platforms as possible.

Said trek brought him to ‘The Late Late Show’ last night, where he performed current single ‘Love Me Now.’

A top 20 on the Billboard R&B tally and almost top 40 on the Ho 100, can Legend ‘Get Lifted’ even higher?

Watch below and let us know…

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With J.Cole’s fourth installment to his lyrical discography, ‘4 Your Eyez Only.’ due this Friday, the reclusive rapper lifts the veil off the forthcoming album’s official tracklist.

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After a four year hiatus, VH1 Divas made its triumphant return. Providing a holiday backdrop, The Diva ‘Unsilent Night Special’ unleashed the highly revered vocals of Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Vanessa Williams, and Mariah Carey.

The festive summit also featured impressive performances by rising divas, JoJo, Serayah, Teyana Taylor, Diana Gordon, Bebe Rexha, and MC Remy Ma.

Check all the performances out below.

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The 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show nabbed talented trio Lady Gaga, The Weeknd, and Bruno Mars to perform at the Paris extravaganza with Gaga hitting the stage thrice.

Did you miss any of the action? It all awaits inside:

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Lil Kim looked all sorts of “luminous” last night at Bliss Night Club.

The female Rap pioneer made a rare appearance at the DC hot spot and was joined by ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ stars Yandy Smith and Kimbella, as well as 2 Chainz. 

Cheered on by the capacity crowd, the ‘Whoa’ femcee soaked up the love and even bust a few moves too.

There’s a lot that can be said, but we’ll leave at…we wish her the best.

Pics and clip after the jump…

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Madonna will be driving onto screens the world over on Wednesday night.

Because the Pop queen is the latest name to saddle up for James Corden‘s ‘Carpool Karaoke.’

It’s not quite known what Billboard’s Woman Of The Year will be promoting, but it’s not as though she needs a reason.

A magnetic force for much of her career, news of Madge’s appearance on the oft-viral segment sent tongues aflutter.

Will it deliver, though? To whet appetites, an official teaser has been released.

Watch below…

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Stars from all corners of Pop culture stepped out in style tonight in London at the 2016 Fashion Awards. 

Of the many names in attendance, Nicole Scherzinger and Lady Gaga were the two who left jaws ajar the most.

Former Pussycat Doll Scherzinger stunned in a revealing ensemble, while 30-year-old Gaga paired her demure look with her trademark flair.

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