It’s official:  Justin Bieber is back and “Bieber fever” is still well and intact.

If you need evidence look no further than this week’s Hot 100.  There, you’ll find the pop prince enjoying a historic week reigning atop the tally with his latest single ‘What Do You Mean‘ and elsewhere in the top 10 with single ‘Where Are U Now.’  After a whirlwind week of promo (see: MTV VMAs, various talk show appearances, etc.), Bieber dethrones last week’s champ/fellow Canadian crooner The Weeknd and arrives at the top to the tune of 337,000 sold its first week.

The feat not only gives Bieber the first chart-topper of his career, but also puts him in the history books as the youngest act ever to debut at #1 on the Hot 100.

Impressive, right?  We think so.  See the full chart check below:

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Tamar Braxton is back with an ironically titled new single – ‘Catfish.’

The track’s arrival falls on the day its parent album ‘Calling All Lovers’ was supposed to be released; a fact which is sure to raise eyebrows.

Nonetheless, the singer, reality star, and TV host is pressing on with the roll-out of the catchy cut, which precedes the LP (now due October 2nd).

Though a mid-tempo, the song marks a departure of sorts from the ballad-driven sound of previous efforts ‘Let Me Know’ and ‘If I Don’t Have You.’

Take a listen below…

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Shonda Rimes is no stranger to doing it big.

Taking over ABC’s Thursday night with 3 television shows, the talented writer turned TV mogul is dominating airwaves with her suspenseful pen and now she’s taking that domination to Esssence magazine.

Now, as we are exactly two weeks from the highly anticipated return of #TGIT, the latest issue of the mag has dedicated not one, not two, but six different covers to the small screen diva and her successful ventures (‘How To Get Away With Murder,’ ‘Scandal,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ etc).  And, as if that’s not enough, Rimes is showing off her stunning new figure.

See all six covers below and tell us which one you like best:

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Shakira‘s hips don’t lie and, as the 2015 Guinness Book of World records indicates, numbers don’t either.

Shortly after reports revealed Kim Kardashian‘s crowning as the “Queen of Instagram,” the annual publication has unveiled its new set of records, one of which sees the Colombian crooner continue to dominate female counterparts Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Beyonce, and more to be Facebook’s potentate.

In 2014 the songstress set the record for being the first person to cross the 100 million follower threshold on the social media network, making her the most “liked” person on the planet.  Now, find out where her number sits (as of time reporting):

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In the mood for some vocal slayage this Christmas?  Well, it appears ‘Ready For Love’ beauty India Arie is readying just the gift for you.

Taking to Twitter this week, the Grammy winning songstress sent her faithful #Soulbirds into a frenzy when she announced her first holiday-themed album.  Titled ‘Christmas With Friends,’ the October 16th-due project features appearances from ‘vocal Bible’ Brandy, up-and-coming vocal wonder Tori Kelly, and more.

Hear a sample and see the full track list below:

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It may have failed to deliver an actual top model but that hasn’t stopped Tyra Banks’ ‘America’s Next Top Model‘ from rocking and rising on a ratings front in its 22nd season.

Good news for Bankable productions and The CW below…

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Tamar Braxton is in a giving mood.

For, tomorrow was supposed to deliver her latest studio album ‘Calling All Lovers.’ Alas, it’s no longer happening.
So, to make it up to her loyal Tamartians the Grammy nominated vocalist has released the album’s cover (above) trackl ist…and new release date!

Keep calm and get in the know below…

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Justin Bieber‘s promotional game is strong.

Don’t believe us? Jut ask the good people over at ‘Today‘ who welcomed him to promote his new single ‘What Do You Mean?’ before the November release of its supporting album.

How the Marky Mark-inspired Pop force fared during his appearance?

Hit the link below to catch all the action and share your thoughts after the jump!

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If 2015 has taught us anything, it’s that Rihanna seems more willing to release everything but her eighth studio album.

Confusion and catastrophe have defined the elusive LP, which has yet to spurn any resounding hits with any of its three singles.

Still, the social media model isn’t letting the melee mess up her brand game. Case in point, her partnership with Puma.

As reported, RiRi has been tapped to serve as the “Creative Director” for the sportswear giant’s new lifestyle line.

Singing and dancing may not be Ms. Fenty’s forte, but she sure knows how to style an profile when the director yells “action.”

Watch her do what she does best in a newly released commercial below…

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‘Most Girls‘ performer Pink has found a friend in the talkshow host Ellen DeGeneres and her hit talkshow!

So, to celebrate said friendship, the ladies have joined forces to announce that Pink has recorded a theme song for the series named ‘Today’s the Day.’

Press play to give the inspirational number a listen below…

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Much to the consternation of her fans the artist that is Grace Jones oft finds herself forgotten by an industry she helped to shape.

Perhaps unwilling to employ tactics used by her former rival Madonna to stay relevant recent years have seen Jones observe a new batch of Pop contenders rise to the top armed with concepts she created in her prime.

She isn’t impressed by this…at all.

How we know? She said so in her brand new autobiography in which she assesses the careers of Lady GaGa, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Miley Cyrus.

Her words below…

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Three decades on from her debut, Janet Jackson remains a diva in demand.

Currently delighting fans with her blockbuster ‘Unbreakable Tour,’ it appears the Stateside “J Tribe” can’t get enough of the ‘Feedback’ singer.

Ever gracious, the 49-year-old superstar obliged their calls for more dates by adding… more dates.

Details below…

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