Today marks the global release of Emeli Sande‘s long-awaited sophomore album ‘Long Live The Angels.’

Inescapable following the premiere of 2012’s ‘Our Version Of Events,’ the 28-year-old shocked many when she voluntarily traded her omnipresence for silence.

Indeed, the Scot describes 2014 onwards as a period of deep reflection; a window in which she would dissect life, love, fame, and pain. And a time during which she toyed with the idea of not “coming back” at all.

Thankfully for her legion of loyal listeners, Sande has returned to the music sphere and has done so in triumphant form.

‘Long Live The Angels’ is rich, soulful, and full bodied. It advances the qualitative, while mass appealing narrative she started with its predecessor.

In a crowded sea of releases, the LP is one that earns its place on the list of must-listens.

Check out our Top 5 Songs From ‘Long Live The Angels’ below…

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Which globe trotting entertainer stepped out sporting this Prince-inspired t-shirt in New York City last night?

Hint: In 2001 she appeared in an episode of HBO’s ‘The Sopranos’ before starring in an episode of MTV’s ‘Boiling Points’ in 2005.

Still unsure?

The identity of our mysterious musician below..

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John Legend celebrates love of all kinds in the video for new single ‘Love Me Now.’

An active campaigner for Hillary Clinton, the tone and timing of the singer’s offering is incredibly apt.

The track serves as the lead release from Legend’s fifth studio album ‘Darkness & Light,’ which hits stores on December 2nd via Columbia.

Watch his narrative of harmony after the jump. Wife Chrissy Teigen and daughter Luna Simone feature.

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The Weeknd’s relationship with the socialite Bella Hadid has come to an end.

Full story below…

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Cop a gander of Viola Davis!

The Emmy winning actress appears, alongside Denzel Washington, on the split-cover of Essence Magazine‘s Holiday issue.

After earning Tony Awards for their performances in the Broadway revival of ‘Fences,’ the pair re-team for the on-screen adaptation of the August Wilson’s seminal work about family, friendship and the bitter sting of lost dreams.

There’s already Oscar buzz and we’re here for it!

Peep Washington’s cover below and keep an eye out for ‘Fences’ when it hits the big screen on Christmas Day (Dec. 25th)!

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Robin Thicke is back with another song built for his party-loving fans.

Its name? ‘One Shot.’

Featuring Juicy J, the single drops to build momentum for the singer’s first album since the release of the widely panned but undeniably poignant ‘Paula.’

Two tequilas, shoot ’em down
One tequila, third round
Come with me, let me buy you a drink
I’mma tell you how the story goes

Bartender, ‘nother round on me. Two or three shots you going down on me.I’m a king, go ahead…put a crown on me.

Hit the play button below to catch Thicke and Juicy in action below…

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Alicia Keys has taken the literal approach to the video for new single ‘Blended Family (What You Do For Love).’

Unleashed moments ago, the clip for the A$AP Rocky assisted cut sees the 15-time Grammy winner unite her own unique clan. Indeed, featured is her husband Swizz Beatz, their children (including his from previous relationships), and Mashonda.

The latter is most likely to set tongues wagging, given the much publisized history between the ‘Blackout’ singer, Swizz, and Keys.

Watch below as they collectively celebrate dissolved differences in the second video from the ‘HERE’ album…

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Smash hit series ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for a titillating third season.

The legal drama, which stars Emmy winner Viola Davis, follows a group of ambitious law students and their brilliant criminal defence professor. Last season brought with it a countless list of twists and the newest instalment promises a whole lot more. 

It all makes for a riveting watch. And like millions, we’re already hooked!

Peep the preview of episode 9 of season 3 – titled ‘Who’s Dead’ below… (more…)

Fergie is back. Again.

After teasing new music earlier this week, the eclectic songstress has returned with single ‘Life Goes On.’

Mellower than preceding release ‘M.I.L.F Money,’ the mid-tempo is serviced as the latest single to be lifted from the Black Eyed Peas star’s long-awaited sophomore album ‘Double Duchess.’

Can the aptly titled cut ignite her comeback campaign? Listen below and let us know…

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It was all a Dream for Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian. Literally.

The couple, whose occupations remain a mystery, welcomed their first child together today.

Full story below…

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Sky is indeed the limit for rising singer Justine Skye.

The Brooklyn-bred belle has been touted as one to watch ever since she burst onto the scene with a cover of Drake’s ‘Headlines.’

In the years since, she’s been steadily building buzz and at 21 is ready to crank her career up a notch.

To help that cause, she departed her longtime label and signed a lucrative deal with Roc Nation/Republic Records.

With an album on the way and her new single ‘U Don’t Know (ft. WizKid)’ burning up the airwaves, we caught up with Skye to chat about her journey and a whole lot more.

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Four years removed from her well-received set ‘Woman to Woman’ Keyshia Cole sets her sights on a new musical chapter with the release of her new album.

No longer signed to Interscope, the R&B singer/songwriter has been hard at work on a new project following the unveiling of the Hip-Hop leaning effort ‘Point of No Return’ which stood as her last project to be released under her agreement with the label.

How time and life’s lessons have changed her since then?

Listen to a snippet pulled from the project to find out below…

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