‘Fresh Az I’m Iz’ rapper Bow Wow is fresh out of his three month retirement and is hoping you missed him.

Not even 90 days from taking to Instagram to unveil news his “final” album would be executive produced by rap legend Snoop Dogg (read more on that here), the emcee/actor has teamed up with fellows 2000s hitmaker Soulja Boy to announce a new joint album and subsequent tour.

The news, a complete shock to fans and followers of the duo, was sent into overdrive when they revealed the set, titled ‘Ignorant Sh*t,’ would be dropping soon…very soon:

(more…)

A day before he hits the big 3-0, it appears Grammy winning rapper Drake is the one handing out gifts.  That’s right, as if laying claim to 2016’s best-selling album, ‘Views,’ wasn’t enough to make his year, it appears the 6 God is looking for a bit of a redo as he announced a new project.

Officially described as a “playlist, not a mixtape,” the set – which will be comprised of all original music – will be titled ‘More Life’ and is going to give his fans its namesake just in time for the holidays…

(more…)

Little Mix sent their million of Mixers into a frenzy tonight with the tracklist reveal of the new album ‘Glory Days.’

Due on November 18th, the set – the group’s fourth – is preceded by #1 smash ‘Shout Out To My Ex.’

With the early success of the LP’s lead offering, all eyes will be on whether the Brit-bred outfit can replicate with follow-ups.

Find out what their pool of songs to pick from are after the jump….

(more…)

Following the recent release of Kelly Rowland‘s dance viral ‘Dumb,’ fans are awaiting her comeback with bated breath.

And it seems as though a reveal is near.

The songstress has been hinting at “newness” all week on social media, releasing stunning promo shots which featured her in some sassy poses.

Said snaps have been followed by a visual containing new song ‘Conceited.’

Little is known about the track or its parent project, but the solo Grammy winner  slipped a minute-long tease for the song via her Instagram.

Sneak in below to see what Ms. Kelly is cooking up…

(more…)

Little Mix are officially #1 in the UK with their anthemic new single ‘Shout Out To My Ex.’

Still, with their ‘Glory Days’ album due in less than a month, there’s work (or should we say “werk”) to be done.

The ladies are more than up for the challenge, taking to the stage today at Radio 1’s Teen Awards 2016.

Watch below as the group and their troop of dancers show up and show out to ‘Shout Out’ at London’s Wembley Arena.

(more…)

Tyler Perry‘s movie-making empire has scored another major win.

Good news below…

(more…)

Almost a decade ago, a young lady from the UK was taking the world by storm with her first original single.

This week’s From The Vault salutes said starlet; Leona Lewis and her 2008 smash ‘Bleeding Love’ is our pick.

Helmed by hit-making extraordinaire Ryan Tedder, ‘Love’ was service as the lead single from Lewis’ debut album ‘Spirit.’

Singlehanded, the song silenced the then-mounting critique levelled against  The X Factor, which claimed nothing tangible could come out of such talent shows. Indeed, with its universal acclaim and colossal chart trajectory, the cut gave the Simon Cowell-machine and Lewis a buoyant boost in credibility.

Released exactly 9 years ago in the UK, the song was a record-breaking chart-topper on home-soil. For, it actually charted in three different years – from 2007 to 2009 – and sold over one million copies in Great Britain. It went on to top the tally in over 30 countries in 2008, including the US, Australia, Canada and France.

**************

Melina Matsoukas directed the first version of the video which showcases the highs and lows of several relationships. It has been viewed over 140 Million times on YouTube.

A second version was released, directed by Jessy Terrero, and is known as the US incarnation. Currently at 114 Million views, it was nominated for a VMA in 2008.

**************

It’s unfortunate that Leona’s reign atop of the charts ended so abruptly – thanks to politics, poor decisions, and sub-par material.

Because, from our vantage point, she is among the best vocal talents the industry has to offer. Still.

With Lewis’ reportedly a free agent after parting ways Island Records, hopefully the right choices will be made to bring her back where she belongs… on top.

Your thoughts?

Fresh from topping the Billboard charts with new album ‘A Seat At The Table,’ Solange has scored another touchdown.

For the soul-filled songstress has landed a coveted slot on Saturday Night Live.

Details below…

(more…)

Mariah Carey is renown for her flare for all things festive.

It’s little surprise then that she’s embracing Halloween ahead of the annual fun day.

Mimi hosted a fancy-dress party at her Los Angeles home last night and flung the doors open to a host of notable names.

Included on the guestlist was ex husband Nick Cannon, who made a grand entrance with the diva and their five-year-old twins Monroe and Moroccan.

While the 46-year-old diva opted for a daring devil ensemble, Cannon and the kids dressed up as Mario, Luigi, and Princess respectively.

Other familiar faces in attendances were Tamar Braxton, Floyd Mayweather, and T.I.’s wife Tiny. No sign of Mariah’s fiance James Packer. 

More pics below…

(more…)

Michel’le’s ratings rocking Lifetime biopic has given birth to a new contract set to reintroduce her gift to the masses.

Details on her unique recording contract below…

(more…)

On the heels of her latest #1 album, ‘Joanne,’ Grammy winning singer Lady Gaga strapped on her cowgirl boots and continues stomping onto the promo trail in support of the critically polarizing project.

Taking to ‘SNL’ tonight, the stop (her fourth overall on the variety series) brought with it the first televised showings of the album’s latest offerings ‘A-Yo’ and ‘MillioN Reasons.’  Ready to “blow off the haters” with the hitmaker?

Join her below…

(more…)

Bruno Mars has blasted back into the upper dectet of the Billboard Hot 100 with his latest single ’24K Magic.’ The retro-inspired bop, the first from his album of the same name (due November 18th), was recently unveiled and, by the end of its official premiere tracking week, amassed some seriously impressive stats. On the strength of 101,000 first week downloads, 12.8 million streams, and 65 million radio impressions, the song debuted at #5 on this week’s refreshed chart.

Thanks to a stint at ‘SNL’ last Saturday (click here to see that if you missed it), ‘Magic’ stands a chance to rise even higher next week.

But, while Mars enjoys his latest top 10 success, another powerhouse singer is finally doing the same: Ariana Grande. For, after being eluded by placement in the chart’s topmost dectet since the lead single from her third album, ‘Dangerous Woman,’ Grande – with the help of Grammy-nominated rapstress Nicki Minaj – has finally re-entered the top 10 with ‘Side to Side.’

Tuck in on the other side to find out where she and all your other favorites from the day landed:

(more…)