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Ubiquitous might be the best word to describe Beyonce‘s Beyhive.

Born and bred on internet forums to defend the star against critics following LeToya and LaTavia’s brand-threatening departure from Destiny’s Child, the group now stands as one of the first fan bases to use social media to push, promote and defend their favourite artist.

However, there now seems to be a twist in their digital tale.

How and why?

Full story below…

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Drake is dominating charts the globe over with new album ‘VIEWS.’

Launched last Friday, the 20-track collection was rolled out exclusively on Apple Music.

Beyond streaming and retail, the tech giant also scored the only interview supporting the project on Drizzy’s OVO Sound Radio show on their platform.

Conducted by Zane Lowe, the lengthy sit-down saw the Canadian bred superstar wax honest about his sometimes difficult relationship with Jay Z, collaborating with Kanye West, not talking with Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, and much more

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Beyonce may have the world lapping up her ‘Lemonade,’ but she’s turning her attention to watermelon.

Wonder what we’re on about?

Full story after the jump…

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The socialite Amber Rose is making a fresh move into the world of television…and she’s pulled Dr. Phil along the ride.

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It’s that time of year! The Tony Awards are back.

Billed as the biggest night on the Broadway calendar, the 2016 instalment of the extravaganza takes place June 12th and will salute the achievements of actors and actresses populated the world renown strip.

This morning brought with it the official nomination announcement, a reveal which ushered good news for stars of ‘The Color Purple.’

The latest incarnation of the Oprah Winfrey production featured Jennifer Hudson (until recently), ‘Orange Is The New Black’ actress Danielle Brookes, and British lead Cynthia Erivo.

Find out who scooped which nominations below…

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Iggy Azalea‘s new LP is to make its way to the world in a matter of weeks.

Good news for the rapper’s supporters below…

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Fans of the late rapper Tupac are mourning this morning after it was confirmed that his mother Afeni Shakur has died aged 69.

Details below…

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Beyonce‘s latest album ‘Lemonade’ saw her honour her Southern roots with the Country cut ‘Daddy Lessons.’

Co-produced by Derek Dixie, the number has found a friend in the Dixie Chicks who were so impressed by it that they have added it to the set list of their latest live show!

Their version of ‘Lessons’ arrived after Reba McEntire covered Bey’s ‘If I Were a Boy’ and before the entertainer continues to rock fans with her ‘Formation World Tour.’

Watch below…

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Chris Brown is wasting no time revving up the push for eighth studio album ‘Heartbreak On A Full Moon.’

Having announced the LP last week (just four months after the release of 2015’s ‘Royalty’), the R&B star has revealed the title of its lead single and date of its arrival.

Details below…

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Congratulations are in order for ‘Scandal’ star Kerry Washington and husband Nnamdi Asomugha.

Rumors have been rife for weeks about the actress being pregnant and, in stylish fashion, she confirmed the news last night at the 2016 MET Gala.

Peep her reveal below…

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Mariah Carey‘s ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour’ has been sweet sweet success.

Having garnered praise for her voice and stage presence, the premium diva played the trek’s final stop in Johannesburg, South Africa last night – and aimed to make it count.

During a performance of her 18th #1 ‘Touch My Body,’ the newly engaged songbird decided to treat dancer and choreographer Bryan Tanaka to a lap dance.

Watch Carey get to work, work, work, work after the jump…

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‘Unpretty‘ producer Dallas Austin enjoyed the company of the rapper Eve in London last night, celebrating the GumBall 3000 rally at ‘Tape.’

Fun snaps below…

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