Superstar songstress Toni Braxton reminds that her beauty is one that endures on the latest cover of Upscale Magazine.

The sultry contralto glows in the feature, which is one of many media spots lined up to promote her Lifetime biopic ‘Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart.’

Premiering January 23rd, the movie will re-tell the private and professional highs, lows, and all in-between that have defined the life of one of modern music’s most captivating talents.

On a relatively random note, we’re crossing our fingers, toes, and everything crossable in hope that Toni seizes on the “moment” and serves up new music with the swiftness.

Unlike some of her contemporaries, her voice is still in amazing shape and she hasn’t lost any of her stage gravitas (or sensualness). With the right push, she could be the definitive diva in the Urban adult contemporary arena.

Your thoughts?

Hailed as the second coming of Tyson Beckford by many the supermodel Broderick Hunter has stepped out to weigh in the world’s problem with racism this month.

After launching an organisation designed to mentor children in need of positive guidance the 22-year-old, who was discovered on Facebook, has spoken openly about what he feels can be done to combat prejudice.

Will you agree with his point of view?

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Iggy Azalea is laying the foundations for what she hopes will be a fruitful 2016.

Now Def Jam‘s leading lady following Rihanna‘s departure from the label the entertainer has kicked off the campaign for her next studio album by releasing a snippet from its first official single.

Its name?

‘Team.’

Listen below…

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With the help of the industry power player that is Jay Brown and his Roc Nation camp Rihanna has risen in Pop’s ranks to rival artists she once considered her idols.

Alas, after shocking the world with messages published here the singer’s producer Glass John claims the star plans to follow in the footsteps of ‘Size’ sales clerk turned Pop superstar Rita Ora by leaving the company.

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Meet Leomie Anderson, the British model gearing up to take the world by storm in 2016.

Fortunately, following in the footsteps of Naomi Campbell and Tyra Banks, the fashion forward newbie now stands tall as a ‘Victoria’s Secret‘ model and is set to make even grander moves in the New Year with the help of companies eager to align themselves with her bourgeoning brand.

How she feels about her ascent to superstardom?

Watch her weigh in on it all on ‘Victoria’s Secret Live‘ alongside her pal, and fellow model, Gigi Hadid below…

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Keyshia Cole is making a familiar foray into film.

Details on her new role below…

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Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss has carved out quite the post-Xscape career thanks to her entrepreneurial endeavours.

However, last night’s episode brought music back to the forefront for the heavily pregnant talent.

She was shown shooting a video for former cast-mate Demetria McKinney‘s new single ‘Unnecessary Trouble.’

Directed by Derek Blanks, the clip sees Kandi – who has penned hits such as ‘No Scrubs’ and ‘Bug A Boo’ – in familiar territory, playing the truth-telling friend who spills on a no-good-man.

Borrowing a talk-show theme, the visual makes for an engaging watch.

Tune in below…

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Can you guess which R&B diva was spotted rocking hot box braids on Instagram?

Hint: She is about to star in a new TV show?

The answer awaits below…

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January joy awaits for K. Michelle fans.

For, the month brings with it the season two debut of the singer’s VH1 series ‘K. Michelle: My Life.’

Having graduated from the ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ franchise, the songbird invites viewers to follow her journey in the music industry.

On the cusp of releasing her third studio album, Michelle will also be navigating through the challenges of a move to a different city, motherhood, and more.

Set to hit screen January 25th at 8.30pm ET, the season’s first trailer awaits below…

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‘Rolling in the Deep’ diva Adele has been simply steamrolling the competition with her latest release ’25.’  And, as Christmas week has proven, she won’t be slowing down any time soon.

As reported here, industry analysts predicted the blockbuster album (which sold over 6 million copies as of the end of its 4th week) would sell an additional million copies its 5th week of availability.  Leave it to Addy to not only meet, but exceed the projection.

Threatening to kiss “diamond certification” in less than 8 weeks, find out how many units she shifted below:

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Iggy Azalea‘s buzz, breakthrough, and backlash were all championed online. As such, the rapper is definitely is right on the money with the title of her second studio album ‘Digital Distortion.’

The Australian bred beauty is gearing up to unleash the set – the follow-up to 2014’s ‘The New Classic’ – in the New Year. Hence, she has kicked off the media machine with the reveal of a brand new promo.

Check it out below…

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Bow Wow and Omarion‘s 2005 smash ‘Let Me Hold You’ is our pick for this week’s From The Vault.

Released during the mid-00’s in a ‘We Belong Together’ dominated landscape, the track was the launching single from the rapper’s fourth effort ‘Wanted’ and was the first of many collaborations between him and the B2K alumni.

The cut was produced by Bow’s mentor and then-it guy Jermaine Dupri alongside No I.D. and uses a sample of Luther Vandross‘ version of ‘If Only For One Night’ – originally sung by Brenda Russell.

A  huge success in America, the melodic number peaked at #4 on the Hot 100, #2 on the Hot Hip-Hop/R&B and #1 on the Hot Rap Songs tally.

Bryan Barber directed the video for the single, which – like many a 90s/00s visual – is set  at a “turnt” urban house-party. Bow Wow can be seen serenading his love interest to mixed results.

With the clip climaxing with a “to be continued” tag, its sequel came in the form of Mr Moss’ follow-up duet with former girlfriend Ciara, ‘Like You’.

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After this single, Bow Wow and Omarion would go on to record an album (‘Face Off’) together, similar to R.Kelly and Jay-Z a few years prior. With Hip-Hop artists getting together more and more for joint projects – like Jay and Kanye’s The Throne or Drake and Future a few months ago – which artists would you like to see get their collabo on for a Hip-Hop/R&B LP?

Your thoughts?