Longtime guy pals The Weeknd and Drake continue their friendly rivalry on the Hot 100 as their songs ‘The Hills’ and ‘Hotline Bling’ respectively rule the chart for yet another week.

But, even as steam around ‘Hotline’ rises, it still wasn’t enough to dethrone Weeknd who sees his hit ‘Hills’ reign for its 5th week (with its latest extension due in great part to popular remixes from Eminem and Nicki Minaj).

And, while Weeknd has much cause to celebrate, his celebration may be cut short if the response to ‘Bling’s long-awaited music video is an indication.  For, industry analysts believe the push from the visual may be just what’s needed to make Drizzy the new king of the hill.

Will next week finally see Drake earn his first solo #1 on the Hot 100?  Time will tell.  Until then, check in below for this week’s edition of TGJ’s ‘Chart Check’…

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Janet Jackson has been thrilling fans on her epic selling ‘Unbreakable Tour.’ However, some supporters have felt the sting when trying to share clips from the trek on social media. Most especially on Instagram.

TMZ reported earlier this week how many of concert-goers were having their videos from the show pulled down, with some even having their accounts closed because of it.

Given today’s social climate, the practice naturally drew criticism – some of which was levelled at Jackson.

Keen to clear up the confusion, the superstar took to Facebook moments ago to release a statement.

Her words below…

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9 days.

Ariana Grande will uncage new single ‘Focus’ in just nine days and the vocal wonder is continuing to tease and titillate ahead of the track’s arrival.

Social media has been the 22-year-old’s platform of choice to preview new music; a practice which continued tonight on Twitter.

Click below to hear Ariana go all the way off after the jump…

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The ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ franchise is renown for serving up ratchet reality on weekly rotation. However, in an interesting move, the show used its platform this week to broadcast an engaging debate.

Titled ‘Out In Hip-Hop,’ the spin-off panel discussion honed in on what is still a taboo topic in the hyper-masculine arena of Rap – homosexuality.

Born out of uproar caused by the arrival of gay couple Milan and Miles on the Hollywood branch of the series, the one-off special (hosted by TJ Holmes) featured both gay and straight artists as well as cultural figures waxing honest about their experiences in the industry.

Featured were the likes of Ray J, Lil Fizz, and D.M.C from iconic group Run D.M.C.

Can a gay rapper ever succeed in the mainstream? Are they already doing so now? What really happens “behind the scenes”? These questions and more are addressed with refreshing candidness.

Watch below as ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ gets real (for real) after the jump…

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After using breakout hit ‘Empire’ to take Trai Byers (Andre), Jussie Smollett (Jamal), and Bryshere Gray (Hakeem) from virtually unknown to household names, the show’s creator/director Lee Daniels is looking to create his next set of stars.

Via the aptly titled ‘Star,’ Daniels has teamed with FOX to create a new musical drama centered around a three girl-band’s rise to the top (and the drama, heartache, and disappointment encountered along the way).  Set to begin shooting in December in Atlanta, the execs at the network are looking to fill the roles fairly quickly and have launched an international digital casting call.

Think you have what it takes?  Get the details below and tell us:

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Hurricane Adele is gearing up to sweep away all in its way.

The British-bred belter announced new album ’25’ this morning and no time has been wasted following up with details of the LP’s lead single.

Moments ago, BBC Radio 1 confirmed that they will have the first play of the track.

Full story below…

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Chris Rock has been flexing his funny-bone for almost 30 years and looks set to continue on the grandest stage of them all – the Oscars!

Details below…

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If you needed proof the Tinashe-takeover was well underway look no further than your nearest newsstands.

There, the songstress can not only be found gracing the pages of ‘Playboy’ but also ‘Vogue’ and more.  In a bid to push “Tinashe talk” into overdrive as she puts the finishing touches on her sophomore project ‘Joyride,’ the burgeoning diva was introduced by Kendall Jenner as part of the “new class” of CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists (joining the likes of Nick Jonas, Jaden Smith, and more).

As if that’s not enough, the ‘Player’ singer strips off for ‘Playboy’s ‘Becoming Attraction’ segment in its November issue.  See these pics and more below:

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And it begins. Officially.

Chart titan Adele has confirmed perhaps the most expected, yet exciting news of the year.

Her hotly fiercely anticipated new album has a confirmed title. It’s been christened ’25.’

Read below as she explains why…

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‘Flawlesss’ felines Nicki Minaj and Beyonce teamed up to deliver the very first joint performance of their single ‘Feeling Myself’ last night at the ‘TIDAL X 10/20′ charity concert.

Ready to see what happened when the chart-slaying sisters teamed up for a good cause?

Watch below…

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TIDAL‘s top talent align tonight for a worthy cause.

The streaming service is broadcasting a benefit concert, TIDAL x 10/20, live from the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, with an aim to raise funds for charities focussed on creating positive community relations.

More than 20 artists are performing including Beyonce, Jay Z, Nicki Minaj, T.I. and Usher. 

What are you waiting for? Watch below…

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FOX seem keen to be at the forefront of Urban’s return to the small screen.

Following their success with ‘Empire,’ the network commissioned ‘Rosewood’ starring Morris Chestnut and are now, per new reports, developing a TV series built around blockbuster smash ‘Think Like A Man.’

Details below…

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