The ghosts of Iggy Azalea‘s past continue to affect the way in which she is treated by her detractors.

For, even after apologising for publishing several homophobic and racist tweets before her ascent to fame, the rapper finds herself unable to shake talk that it was her race and not her lyrical ability which lies at the heart of her short-lived chart success.

She was reminded me of this recently.

Watch what happens when she comes face to face with a “fan” keen to “thank” her for what she has done for Hip-Hop music below…

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It’s here!

Rihanna has unleashed the new single ‘Sledgehammer.’

As reported, the song (which is soaked in all sorts of grandeur) is lifted from the soundtrack for the ‘Star Trek: Beyond’ movie.

It forms part of a unique strategy that has seen the Bajan sensation release a slew of new songs not featured on her polarizing ‘ANTI’ album. The most recent, before this, being Calvin Harris cut ‘This Is What You Came For.’

Is RiRi about to swing her way into the top of the singles charts again? Take a listen to the Sia penned ‘Sledgehammer’ below and let us know!

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Fifth Harmony are clearly willing to “work, work, work” in their bid for global dominance.

On the cusp of the US leg of their ‘7/27 Tour,’ the Epic Records quintet have revealed a slew of new European dates – including high profile arena stops in the UK.

Find out where they’re heading and when after the jump…

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When he isn’t making sweet sounds with Jhene Aiko Big Sean can be found building fresh cuts with A$AP Ferg.

What they’ve cooked up is the visual for the song ‘The World is Mine.’ In it, the pair honour Ferg’s admiration for the early 90s by stepping back in time to bring the cut to life to support the release ‘Always Strive and Prosper.’

Watch below…

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Justin Timberlake has apologised for unintentionally disregarding the experiences of African-Americans by way of a tweet he published during last night’s BET Awards.

His misstep and swift apology below…

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The BET Awards 2016 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after show-stopping performances from Beyonce, Usher, Alicia Keys, Maxwell, Bryson Tiller, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners’ list awaits below:

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The Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles is playing host to the 2016 BET Awards’ right now!

Boasting live showings from the likes of Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Maxwell, Usher, Future, and an all-star tribute to pop icon Prince courtesy of Maxwell, Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monae, and many more, tuck in below to relive all of the magic from tonight’s showing.

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If you were NOT moved by Jesse Williams AWESOME speech at the #BETAwards, YOU are part of the PROBLEM!’ – Yolanda Adams

The tweeted quote above seemed to sum up the sentiment of many-a-viewer of the tonight’s BET Awards after ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star, Jesse Williams, took to the stage to accept the ‘Humanitarian of the Year’ award.

In what came as an unexpected, yet much needed address of the U.S.’s ongoing problems with racial tension, Williams sought to redirect attention from himself and lend a lens to the ever-present #BlackLivesMatter movement.  Stirring up some major ‘amens’ from the audience and social media alike, get into his jaw-dropping 5 minute speech below:

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June’s Diary are wasting no time building on their booming buzz.

The five-piece, who were put together by Kelly Rowland and Frank Gatson on BET‘s  ‘Chasing Destiny,’ have premiered the video for their debut single ‘L.A.N.C.E.’

For Brienna, Shyann, Gabby, Ashly, and Kristal it’s their first visual offering after a number of viral tasters.

How did they fare? Watch below and let us know…

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The stars shine for Urban music’s biggest calendar night – the 2016 BET Awards!

Hosted by ‘Black-Ish’ stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, the show airs live tonight from Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater.  See and sound off on the fashion hits and misses of the industry’s biggest stars as they arrive to the scene.

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Oh Mimi.

Mariah Carey may be of the most successful singers of all time, but it appears she’s courting more attention.

Case point example her ensemble when arriving at 1OAK nightclub in Los Angeles last night.

Drawing on a scantily clad look Cher made famous in the 90s, the 46-year-old showcased her assets in the most literal sense of the term.

The latter part of Carey’s career has seen her embrace a more risque outfits – a move which has earned her praise for rejecting the status quo as well as critique for being tacky.

Peep more pics below and let us know which side of the fence you sit on…

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In news that is breaking as we type, there is mounting speculation that Beyonce will be taking to the stage at the 2016 BET Awards…tonight!

That Grape Juice are on the red carpet covering Urban music’s biggest calendar night and moments ago the diva’s dancers arrived in formation.

Watch below…

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