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The sky is blue.

The square root of 64 is 8.

That Grape Juice.net is the best website of all time.

For many, if not everyone, the statements above are simply facts of life.

Unfortunately, Dawn Richard seems to have been partial to a little fiction recently when she claimed that she didn’t understand why so many “black people” compare her vocal stylings to those of her R&B sibling Brandy.

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For more than eight years Alexandra Burke has been delivering jaw-dropping performances to the masses – a trajectory that shows no signs of slowing.

The singer, who has been starring in UK adaptation of ‘The Bodyguard Musical’ for the last year, took to the stage at the BBC Proms In The Park this weekend, where she tackled the centrepiece song from the production – ‘I Will Always Love You’.

With Whitney Houston‘s rendition still serving as the definitive vocal masterclass, did Ms. Burke pass the test? Watch below to get in the know…

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Songbird Leona Lewis took vocal flight last night at BBC Radio Hyde Park.

Performing to an audience of 20,000, the Pop powerhouse roused with stirring renditions of hits such as ‘Bleeding Love,’ ‘Run,’ and ‘Better With Time.’

It wasn’t all nostalgia, though. Lewis, who is the most successful X Factor winner of all time, also served up commendable showings of material from her new album ‘I Am’ – including its title track and lead single ‘Fire Under My Feet.’

The full set awaits after the jump…

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Kylie Jenner and Tinashe rubbed shoulders at last night’s ‘Opening Ceremony’s Spring 2016 New York Fashion Week event last night.

There, before and after enjoying the company of Lewis Hamilton and Miguel, the ‘Party Favors’ starlet posed for snaps with the Reality TV royal before the unveiling of her second studio album which features numbers produced by the Backstreet Boys creative Max Martin.

More below…

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Given Rihanna‘s glaring lack of talent, it’s little wonder why the social media maven is relying on publicity stunts to drum up buzz.

This weekend the 27-year-old was snapped making out with rapper Travis Scott at New York Fashion Week…and surprise surprise..one day later a new Puma promo snap of the pair has surfaced.

In light of the disorganised disaster that has been Rih’s musical output this year, we can’t even blame her for digging into her box of tricks to keep her name in the mix.

Missed the showmance make-out? Check it out below…

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This week From The Vault journey’s back ten years to 2005 when rapstress Trina was making waves in the female rap landscape with her sassy brand of bravado.

Today’s pick is the Kelly Rowland assisted ‘Here We Go.’

Released as the second and final single from the Miami maven’s third studio album, ‘The Glamorest Life,’ the track serves as her highest charting release (as a lead act) and one of Rowland’s most successful solo appearances on the Billboard Hot 100.

The song – which sampled Force M.D’s hit ‘Tender Love’ (crafted by Jam & Lewis) – peaked at #17 on the Hot 100 and impacted the top 20 in major music markets such as the UK and Australasia. A sizeable achievement given how few female rappers have enjoyed commercial success internationally (’til this day).

Beyond the Jim Jonsin cut’s catchy sing-along-song chorus, its video is also touted as a major catalyst for its Gold certified success.

Directed by Nick Quested, the clip takes a literal approach to the song’s lyrics and relays the tale of a lady (Trina) who “can’t take no more” and kicks her no good boo to the curb while looking all sorts of stylish doing so.

The budget wasn’t big, but the accessible and relatable narrative was enough to garner the visual ample play on BET’s 106 & Park where it was a mainstay.

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Much of Trina’s underrated discography boasts racy numbers that would make even the most liberal minded blush. Yet, we feel it was the more vulnerable side shown here that made the release not only refreshing but still relevant ’til this day.  Needless to say, we’re hitting replay!

DID YOU KNOW: Teedra Moses appears on the demo for the song singing what became Kelly Rowland’s parts. Click here to listen to her version.

Your thoughts?

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Even at her worst Rihanna resides above the rest on many fronts.

Alas, according to her fans, the same cannot be said about her on a romantic tip. For, after “going public” with her romance with the artist Travis Scott the gifted superstar has been rocked by supporters who have slammed the relationship.

Why? Shocking tweets published by one of his collaborators.

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‘Mr. Wrong’ chanteuse Mary J. Blige and ‘Blueberry Muffin’ baker Lady Gaga stepped out in style in New York City last night.

Why? For ‘New York Fashion Week’ where they rubbed shoulders and enjoyed each other’s company alongside the creative Steven Klein.

The Lady’s appearance at the fashion festivities comes before she celebrates the unveiling of her new TV series ‘American Horror Story: Hotel’ which also stars the Black British supermodel Naomi Campbell.

More on all of the above after the jump…

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Universal Music struck gold (or multi-platinum) when they watched Jessie J, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj razzle and dazzle the charts with the song ‘Bang Bang.’

So, after watching their act The Weeknd push his way to the top with his new album ‘Beauty Behind the Madness’ the label has now seen him join forces with Minaj to create brand new material.

Sound exciting?

Dying to know more?

Meet us after the jump…

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Ciara is on a mission.

Though famed for her dynamite dance moves, the R&B chanteuse has made a point of flexing her vocal chops this week.

Following on from her ‘Heal The World’ showing yesterday, the 29-year-old took centre-stage at the US Open Women’s Final today to perform ‘God Bless America.’

How did she do? Find out below…

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Vocal powerhouse Leona Lewis is clocking up those air-miles as she plugs new album ‘I Am.’

Fresh from a series of promo dates in the US, the X Factor winner jetted back to home soil to perform on the UK’s ‘National Lottery’ this evening.

The whistle stop trip precedes an aggressive Stateside push for the LP, with upcoming appearances scheduled on ‘Ellen’ and ‘Good Morning America.’

It goes without saying that there’s a lot to prove with the project, Lewis’ first for new label Island Def Jam – and her first since leaving Simon Cowell’s SyCo last year.

For now, though, watch in action below…

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Fans of Pop queen Janet Jackson have been getting ‘No Sleeep’ as the October 2nd release of her new album ‘Unbreakable’ draws near.

It’s little wonder why too, as new revelations about the project have been springing up almost daily.

The latest is confirmation that a special Target version of the CD (which is executive produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis) will be available with two additional tracks. Totalling a whopping 19 tracks, the youngest of the Jackson clan is certainly being generous this go round.

What’s more, the beefed up set will also boast an all-new cover.

Check out the alternative artwork and tracklist below…

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