As she continues to thrill on Broadway’s revival of the hit musical ‘Chicago,’ Grammy winning R&B songstress Brandy goes from downtown New York to ‘Uptown’ magazine as their latest cover girl.

Bringing every flavor of fierce to the Urban publication, B-Rocka’s appearance – reported here – precedes her forthcoming EP and its long-awaited LP to follow.

But, before you can get your ears on what she’s cooking up in the studio, feast your eyes on what the diva was doing behind the scenes of her most recent magazine photo shoot:

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On the heels of the newly instated global album release date, the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 saw some major shakeups this week.

In addition to last week’s ousting of Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, and Madonna from the singles’ chart, Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars’ megahit ‘Uptown Funk’ was kicked out of the top 10 just 2 weeks before it would’ve set the record for the longest run of any song in the tally’s top dectet.

Similarly, this week sees Wiz Khalifa‘s comeback hit ‘See You Again’ finally abdicated from the top spot after a lengthy 12 week run.  In fact, had the rapper stayed put just one more week, he would’ve set the record for the longest run at #1 by any rap song.

But, as fans of Mars and Khalifa cry foul, fans of ‘Love More’ duo Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj are singing a different tune.  For, with the rise of their song ‘All Eyes On You’ with Meek Mill to the top 30, the trio see their names printed on the Hot 100 more than any other artist this week (Mill & Brown with 5 titles and Minaj with 4).

Full chart check below:

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After the moderate response to her 2014 comeback single ‘LA Love’ and her fellow ‘My Humps’ hitmakers Black Eyed Peas reportedly preparing to re-band without her, singer Fergie is finding literal ways to handle the “chips being stacked against her.”

Teaming up with famed potato chip makers Pringles, the diva is fronting their latest karaoke-inspired campaign by dishing on some of her favorite karaoke moments and more.

But, if you’re salty and fear the new chip venture will distract her from putting the finishing touches on her long-awaited sophomore solo project, fret not friends.  For, as you’ll learn below, the self-proclaimed Duchess of Pop is eyeing a late 2015 reign over the Billboard 200.

Get the details inside:

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The 86th Annual MLB All-Star game was treated to a rousing rendition of the U.S. National Anthem by ‘I Bet’ belter Ciara tonight.

Held at Cincinnati’s Great American Ball Park, the outing comes as the Grammy winner’s first televised showing of the famously trying number.

Did she hit a home run?  Watch it below and tell us:

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Jason Derulo‘s latest jam ‘Cheyenne’ is already gliding its way up the Pop charts.

Smartly, though, the hit vendor isn’t resting on previous successes. He’s already hitting the TV circuit in support of the cut – the second to be lifted from his aptly titled fourth album ‘Everything Is 4.’

‘So You Think You Can Dance’ was the stage on which the 25-year-old decided to provide the first live showing of the track.

Find out how he fared on last night’s telecast after the jump…

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Lana Del Rey is back!

After watching Lorde speed into her Alternative lane with her debut album ‘Pure Heroine’ Ms. Rey has returned to Pop’s scene with the song ‘Honeymoon.’

The number features on the follow-up to her last album ‘Ultraviolence’ and leads the way for the set which is expected to make its way to retailers in September.

Listen below…

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“An artist’s personal and/or moral failure has no bearing on his or her ability to do a job (singing, acting, etc.)” – an argument lent by many-a-diehard fan of stars embattled in scandals.

From the most recent controversies surrounding songstress Ariana Grande and entertainer Bill Cosby to King of Pop Michael Jackson and King of R&B R. Kelly, some of entertainment’s most celebrated faces have found themselves royally discharged by even their staunchest supporters after news broke of their involvement in an illegal or immoral dealing.

And, while some careers suffer temporary setbacks while others see more permanent mar, the truth remains: many of these offenders commit infractions that in no way changes their ability to perform nor does it negate any of their professional achievements to date.

As such, it begs the question:  how much should personal decisions affect one’s professional dealings?

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Brandy is officially an ‘Uptown’ girl.

Yes, before the unveiling of her BET television series  and the studio album that will be supported by it the ‘Full Moon‘ singer strikes a pose (or two) for Uptown magazine!

The performer graces its pages as she continues to receive praise for her role as the leading lady in the broadway showing of ‘Chicago’ and after unconfirmed industry whispers linked her to a recording deal with Epic records.

More below…

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This weekend saw a low quality version of DC Comics‘ ‘Suicide Squad’ movie surface online via Comic-Con.

The movie stars ‘The Help’ actress Viola Davis, ‘Six Degrees of Separation‘s Will Smith and the supermodel Cara Delevingne and has now seen its HQ trailer released.

Unfamiliar with the story?

Press play on both visuals below…

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Kendrick Lamar has found himself in a spot of legal bother.

Who, what, where and why?

Full story below…

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Sevyn Streeter is back!

The singer touches down on musical ground with her brand new single ‘Shoulda Been There’ which features her boyfriend B.O.B.

Where it lives? A body of work that comes armed with the same name set for release on July 17th!

Ready to give it a spin?

Go ‘There’ below…

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All roads lead to August 21st for songstress Jordin Sparks.

For, it is there fans will be greeted by ‘Right Here Right Now’ – the long-awaited new album from the ‘American Idol’ alum (her first official LP in 6 years). Kicked off by the 2 Chainz-assisted “Double Tap” and its recently unveiled title track, “Right Here Right Now,” the hip hop heavy affair also boasts appearances from Shaggy, B.o.B, Elijah Blake, and more.

Set for release on Salaam Remi‘s Louder Than Life imprint (via Sony Music), the 14-song project is already available for pre-order on iTunes now.  But, before you can get your ears and hands on the “new new” from Sage the Gemini‘s boo, tuck in below for a full look at the tracklisting:

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