Peep this pic of ‘Full Moon’ singer Brandy sporting a her brand new look, shared with fans as she prepares to take on the epic role that is Roxie Hart in the latest serving of the play ‘Chicago.’

Her short cut was unveiled as she gears up to star in her very own BET series ‘Zoe Moon‘ and as she continues to build the project that is her forthcoming album with the help of a new management team and an epic new label.

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This week, our From The Vault pick comes courtesy of siblings Brandy and Ray J; it’s their 2001 rendition of ‘Another Day In Paradise.’

The track was featured on ‘Urban Renewal’, a tribute album to the great Phil Collins which saw artists from the Urban arena take on the classics from the singer-songwriter.
‘Paradise’ was the first single of said project and saw the ‘Best Friend’ belle trading lines with her brother Ray.

Produced by Guy Roche, it became a European hit gracing the Top 10 of numerous charts including the UK, France, Germany and Sweden. The single was never officially released in America.

Staying true to the song’s theme of homelessness, the video focuses on the indifference and disdain that is showed to people in need out in the streets. Though it can easily be labelled as contrived, we feel it’s important to make social commentary through art. Indeed at times artists have a reach that is way superior to any journalist’s or politician’s.

The ‘Urban Renewal’ project was all about celebrating a tremendous artist and ensure that their classic tunes could be “passed on” to the younger generation. In this day and age, we at TGJ HQ can think of many artists deserving of such an honor, but we want to know, can you?

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Rihanna seems to be releasing everything but her new album.

Following a slew of so-so singles and endless photoshoots, the latest reveal from the Roc Nation diva is her first print shots for Puma.

As reported, the 27-year old inked a lucrative deal with the sportswear giant to launch a new lifestyle line and serve as the company’s “Creative Director”. The latter is particular ironic as the star can’t seem to direct her current album campaign to much success.

Anyway, kudos on booking yet another endorsement. Even if the music isn’t popping, it’s clear her brand remains potent.

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Here’s news that’ll make Beyonce’s rivals green with envy.

A new study has found the average person is more interested in the ‘Second Nature‘ superstar than they are in the environment, causing concern for the folks over at the Project for Improved Environmental Coverage.

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Beyonce and Jay-Z may want to think twice before using TIDAL to premiere the joint album they’re said to be cooking up.

For, if remarks made by the industry info source Hits Daily Double is anything to go by, the streaming service is to blame for the problems Rihanna’s ‘American Oxygen’ is said to be facing on the charts.

Their estimation below…

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Natalie La Rose is to join Fifth Harmony on their forthcoming ‘Reflection: The Summer Tour‘, handpicked by the group to support them as they rock the country with their stellar material!

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R&B force Ciara is marching on to May 4th.

The star’s sixth studio album ‘Jackie’ is unleashed on said date and Super Ci is beginning to quench the thirst of fans longing for a taste beyond lead single ‘I Bet.’

After teasing with ‘Fly’ last night, the 29-year-old new mother has shared a morsel of another cut, ‘One Woman Army (Intro).‘

As a few will recall, the Harmony Samuels production was the initial title track of the singer’s fifth album (which was later re-branded as a self-titled project).

And while some may be puzzled about its inclusion on this set, one listen highlights why. It sounds like hot!

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Christopher Breaux is no more.

Yes, one year after he first made moves to change his name legally, Frank Ocean has now been granted the permission to be recognised as…Frank Ocean.

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Move over ‘Magic Mike’!

‘Chocolate City’ aims to muscle in on the scantily clad fun this May.

The movie, which puts an “Urban” spin on the male stripper narrative, has just seen its first official trailer unleashed.

What can folk expect from the Jean-Claude La Marre flick which stars Tyson Beckford, Michael Jai White, Vivica A. Fox, Robert Ri’chard, and more?

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America may not have a royal family, but oh are Beyonce and hers serving regal realness!

Portraits from the wedding of the singer’s mother Tina Knowles have been released over the course of the day and we are loving ’em.

The likes of Solange, Jay Z, Kelly Rowland were on hand to celebrate Ms. Tina’s marriage to actor Richard Lawson. So too was her adorable granddaughter Blue Ivy, who seems to have a flare for the spotlight. So cute!

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Ciara‘s new collection of jams, ‘Jackie,’ is less than two weeks from its release and the singer’s army of fans are awaiting the set bated breath.

Preceded by single ‘I Bet,’ the LP (due May 4th) is unique in that little else has been shared from it – a move we feel has smartly helped heighten anticipation.

Moments ago that changed somewhat when CiCi quenched the thirst of her 6 million Instagram followers with a preview of new song ‘Fly.’

Produced by Polow Da Don, a snippet of the track awaits below…

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Just days remain until Mariah Carey unwraps her comeback single ‘Infinity.’ 

The fiercely anticipated number, which is the sole new cut on the diva’s latest greatest hits compilation ‘#1 To Infinity,’ is set for landing this coming Monday (April 27th).

Keeping the momentum going ahead of the big day, the singer whets appetites with the unveiling of the track’s official artwork.

Though we seem to be among the few who like the artwork for the song’s housing album, surely we’re not alone in thinking this looks good enough to have been the LP cover instead?

Your thoughts?