Universal Music has a bone to pick with Jay Z‘s Tidal streaming service…and it’s over its handling of Rihanna‘s latest album ‘ANTI.’

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Iggy Azalea is on the comeback trail.

Despite dizzying success in 2014 with the likes of ‘Fancy’ and ‘Black Widow,’ the one-time chart darling has fallen foul of public favour after a series of social media meltdowns.

Seizing on the scenario, the rapper has named her sophomore album ‘Digital Distortion’ and has been teasing the project accordingly.

And, after serving up a preview in the form of ‘A Zillion,’ the Aussie bred beauty now seems set to premiere the LP’s official lead single ‘TEAM.’

More info below, where a preview of ‘Distortion’s cover also awaits…

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Little Mix are on a roll with their third studio album ‘Get Weird.’

The ‘Black Magic’ led LP has sold a whopping 400,000 in the UK alone since its November release.

Keeping the momentum going, the ladies have unveiled the video for their new Jason Derulo assisted single ‘Secret Love Song.’

Lensed in London against the backdrop of the iconic Tower Bridge, the visual for the ballad (which is already top 10 on iTunes) awaits below…

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And it begins!

The international clean-up campaign for Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI’ album kicks off today. For it has been announced that the Barbadian diva will be gracing the stage at the BRIT Awards 2016.

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While Janet Jackson technically owns the title of “most Hot 100 top 10 hits by a female artist of color” by her lonesome, Billboard reports the diva concurrently holds the record with fellow pop icon Mariah Carey.  The tie is one few complain about as both songstresses have proven themselves worthy with an impressive catalog, jaw-dropping performances, and stage presence to boot.

However, those fans found their jaws dropping for a different reason when news surfaced the divas’ understudy – Rihanna – has joined rank with them as a result of the success of ‘Work’ – the fourth/first single from her 8th opus ‘Anti’…

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For any new artist aiming to make waves, taking big bold steps is a must.

Clearly, it’s a memo Zendaya has familiarized herself with, because the former Disney darling has sampled TLC’s classic smash ‘Creep’ for her aptly titled reintroduction cut ‘Something New.’

Chris Brown joins in the fun with a guest feature.

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Tinashe serves up another titillating taste of new album ‘Joyride’ with the debut of new track ‘Ride Of Your Life.’

Produced by Metro Boomin, the moody mid-tempo channels the laid-back groove of the LP’s preceding cuts.

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Lady Gaga is playing approximately no games with her comeback.

Having earned many an accolade in the acting space, Mother Monster is by no means neglecting her position as one of Pop’s top talents.

Because, beyond her freshly confirmed performance at the Grammy Awards, it has been revealed that the 29-year-old will be gracing the stage at Super Bowl 50 this Sunday!

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As media entrepreneurs go, few come as seasoned or successful as Mathew Knowles.

Over the course of his illustrious career, the Music World mogul has managed major names such as daughter Beyonce, Destiny’s Child, and Nas. He has also facilitated multi-million dollar deals with the likes of L’Oreal, Walmart, and many more.

Eager to share his story and inspire entrepreneurs of tomorrow, Knowles penned his first book, #1 bestseller ‘The DNA of Achievers: 10 Traits of Highly Successful Professionals.’

In our quest to bring you a behind the scenes look at those who “make the magic happen,” our candid chat with the industry maestro is the is first instalment brand new feature ‘Meets The Makers.’

Read below as Knowles waxes honest about his career, his book, parting ways with Beyonce, a Destiny’s Child reunion, Rihanna, and much more.

As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to.

Interview by: Sam – That Grape Juice
Edited by: Rashad – That Grape Juice

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What a tangled web has been weaved with Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI.’

The sometimes singer dropped her eighth studio album last week and has been embroiled in controversy ever since.

For many, the issue – beyond the free project’s questionable quality – stems from its sales. More specifically the great effort that has arguably been gone to to conceal its true commercial performance.

Said furore erupted after the RIAA certified the LP Platinum in the US despite a Samsung sponsorship making the 1 million “sold” copies available to fans for free.

Stirring more confusion into the mix was Rih’s exclusive streaming partner TIDAL, who went on to claim that an additional 400,000 equivalent copies of the album has been shifted.

All of this and yet confirmed industry forecasts have ‘ANTI’ on-course to open with full first week numbers of 95k-130k Stateside.

So what’s actually going on?

The good folk over at TIDAL have provided additional info to help clear things up.

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Thirsty for new Tinashe music? It’s coming. But pending its arrival, the RCA stunner quenches thirst with a titillating new cover for Complex magazine.

The siren’s moody brand of R&B-Pop has rendered her a notable name on the list of the genre’s most promising new names.

Currently still working on sophomore album ‘Joyride’ (the release date for which has yet to be confirmed), the 23-year-old is poised to drop the set soon as its accompanying tour kicks off in May.

For now, though, watch the video for the Chris Brown assisted ‘Player’ below…

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The list of performers at the 2016 Grammy Awards is growing, with Lady Gaga being the latest name confirmed.

Some may be scratching their heads, though, as it appeared Mother Monster has already been tied to the February 15th extravaganza.

Well, the confusion is cleared up after the jump…

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