Sevyn Streeter is making major moves and is taking BET along for the ride.

How so? By inviting her pals Harmony Samuels, Rachel Kerr, Elijah Blake, Lashawn Daniels to join her in a series named ‘STATE OF R&B.’

Why Elijah Blake felt 90s R&B was able to accommodate black superstardom?

What Rachel feels the period did so uplift black femininity and womanhood?

Why everyone cites Brandy and Toni Braxton as inspiration?

Brilliant and thought provoking insight below…

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Xscape are wasting approximately no time seizing the momentum of their reunion buzz.

Members Tiny, Tamika, and LaTocha are pressing ahead with the release of new material under the group moniker. And they’ve shared another preview, this time the song ‘Wifed Up.’ 

As reported, Kandi will not be appearing on the fresh music due to “other commitments.” She will, however, will remain a part of the various other components of the reunion – including ‘The Great Xscape Tour’ and upcoming biopic.

Ahead of the December 1st release of their new number, listen to a preview below…

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All roads lead to this Friday for Miguel.

The soul-filled crooner will be unleash his fourth studio album ‘War & Leisure’ and is bringing along a sect of top tier collaborators.

As reported, J. Cole, Salaam Remi, and Travis $cott join the star on the set. And while some of the other LP’s other guests are being kept under wraps, its official tracklist has been revealed.

See which songs will appear alongside the likes of ‘Sky Walker’ and ‘Told You So’ below…

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Congratulations are in order for ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ stars Ray J and Princess Love. 

For, the couple have announced that they are expecting their first child together.

Details below…

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Pitbull and Fifth Harmony aim to heat up the holidays with their new collaboration ‘Por Favor.’

The track, which – at present – doesn’t seem to be attached to an album from either act, has been gaining steady traction digitally. A trend which should continue with the arrival of its accompanying video.

Check out the slick clip after the jump…

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There’s no doubt about it…Taylor Swift‘s sales are astronomical.

Unfortunately, the last week has seen her fans clash with Beyonce loyalists and, to some extent, taunt Chris Brown supporters after his latest LP ‘Heartbreak on a Full Moon’ moved a modest 5,000 units in pure sales in the last chart week.

Why in the bloody hell is there a Beyoncé and Taylor Swift war happening on Twitter?

— a subtle power. (@iamdryx) November 27, 2017

Brace yourself…

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It’s official! US actress Meghan Markle is engaged to British royal Prince Harry.

Full story below…

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Miguel recruits not one but two music titans for new song ‘Come Through And Chill.’

Previewed in solo form last year, J. Cole and Salaam Remi join the version of the jam set to appear on the crooner’s fourth album ‘War & Leisure.’

With the LP due in stores this Friday (December 1st), Miguel has unwrapped the collaboration.

Take a listen below…

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back for its milestone 10th season. And despite a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its sassy steam.

Already delivering on its promise of shady twists and turns, the latest outing of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Nene, Kenya, Kandi, Cynthia, Porsha, and Sheree will be serving up on episode 5 / season 10?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out out below…

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Adam Venit, the man accused of viciously groping the beloved actor Terry Crews, has been welcomed back by WME.

Full story below…

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The 2017 Soul Train Awards, taped earlier this month at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, saw some of music’s finest go head-to-head for the show’s coveted trophies.

With the likes of Urban’s top names, including Bruno Mars and Solange leading the nominations tally, the competition was steep.  Now that the show is over, find out who picked up which awards in which categories at the high profile outing below…

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The Soul Train Awards 2017 aired moments ago.

Like previous years, this installment of the annual extravaganza paid homage to the achievements of the industry’s brightest R&B and Hip-Hop stars.

Hosted by Erykah Badu, the event (which was shot earlier this month at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas ) saw performances from the likes of Toni Braxton, Tamar Braxton, SWV, Jessie J, Luke James, and many more.

All the action after the jump…

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