Demand for Beyonce‘s ‘Formation’ live show exceeded supply when its tickets were released following its announcement in February.

It’s safe to say criticism of the star’s politically-kissed direction has done little to change this.

Why?

Answers after the jump…

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Last night brought with it the grand unveiling of Kelly Rowland‘s all new girl-group on hit BET series ‘Chasing Destiny.’ 

Pieced together by the singer and creative director Frank Gatson, the five-piece (who receive a contract with Epic Records) are comprised of Brienna, Shyann, Ashly, Gabby, and Krystal. 

Their creation process will continue to air through to June, but keen to give the masses a taste of what to expect from their sound, the quintet have debuted a harmonious cover of Drake‘s hit ‘Hotline Bling.’ 

Take a listen below…

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The Hollywood Reporter celebrates TV divadom on its latest cover.

‘Scandal’ star Kerry Washington sits frontline centre amidst a who’s who of the small screen.

Joining her as part of the slaying seven are Jennifer Lopez [‘Shades Of Blue’], Regina King [‘American Crime’], Sarah Paulson [‘American Horror Story’], Constance Zimmer [‘UnREAL’], Kirsten Dunst [‘Fargo’], and Julianna Margulies [‘The Good Wife’].

The feature celebrates actresses who are leading the charge in the realm of drama.

On newsstands now, peep more pics below…

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K. Michelle‘s brand has taken a very serious hit.

Once on the path to becoming R&B’s leading lady thanks to numbers which saw her outperform a numb of the rivals, the star’s scripted and chaotic run on Reality TV has stamped out the credibility she once owned in abundance.

How she hopes to restore it? By launching a tour in which she will perform her new album ‘More Issues Than Vogue‘ live for her fans.

Its name?

‘Hello Kimberly.’

Dates and details below…

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Jennifer Lopez rubbed shoulders with the movers and shakers behind Qatar Airways in Atlanta recently.

There, at a private venue at the Fox Theatre, the bilingual bombshell performed for the airline’s investors as she continues to craft cuts for her ‘Ain’t Your Mama’-fronted new album.

It’s an exciting tim for the entertainer. For, she recently learned that her hit TV series ‘Shades of Blue’ had been renewed for a second season after its first cycle fared very well on NBC.

More snaps below…

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Surely, we’re not alone in wanting Mariah Carey to stop by Watch What Happens Live more?

The show must be serving truth serum at its famed bar because Mimi, like many of their guests, waxed all sorts of honest about the juiciest subjects – such as Jennifer Lopez.

In newly surfaced footage, the 46-year-old also opened up about Madonna and Nicki Minaj – two names she has exchanged shade grenades with in the past.

So what’s her take on the ladies these days?

Peep the clips below to find out…

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Gwen Stefani‘s latest tour has reportedly been rocked by what some are calling “horrifying” ticket sales.

Full story below..

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Alicia Keys was recently unveiled as a judge on the next season of The Voice.

Tonight saw the 15-time Grammy winner familiarise herself with her soon-to-be-surroundings by performing new single ‘In Common’ on the final of the show’s current cycle.

Backed by an army of soul-filled dancers, Ms. Keys delivered a butter-smooth showing of the track.

Watch her in action after the jump…

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Mariah Carey is hitting the promotional pavement in support her new E! docu-series ‘Mariah’s World’ – which debuts later this summer.

This evening saw her stop by Bravo‘s Watch What Happens Live to plug the series.

As ever, host Andy Cohen didn’t hold back. Remarking that he witnessed Jennifer Lopez visibly excited by the show’s trailer, he used that as a segue-way to question Mimi about her incessant claims of “not knowing” Lopez.

Watch the catty hilarity that ensued below…

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Anticipation for Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ movie swells with every passing day.

Now, following the character’s arrival in ‘Captain America: Civil War‘, movie lovers have searched far and wide for more on his backstory.

Find out how this is to thank for the good news Marvel is celebrating this week below…

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One Republic are back!

As their frontman Ryan Tedder continues to rake in beaucoup bucks from cuts he’s penned for the likes of Adele, Leona Lewis and Beyonce, the band rocks out with the release of their new visual for the single ‘Wherever I Go.’

Joseph Kahn serves as its director.

Ready to ride Republic’s latest visual?

Hop in and ‘Go’ below…

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After years of diluted diversity, network television is beginning to embrace talent of all hues in a major way.

Following a slew of primetime pick-ups for the 2016/2017 TV season, FOX have unveiled their latest title ‘Shots Fired’ – starring Sanaa Lathan.

The “event series” centres on the aftermath of racially charged shootings in a small Southern town.

Putting a fresh twist on the race/gun violence debate, ‘Fired’ sees an African-American police officer kill an unarmed white college student, causing social chaos. Before the town has a chance to grapple with this tragedy, the neglected murder of an African-American teen is brought to light, re-opening wounds that threaten to tear the town apart.

Watch the powerful trailer below…

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