Hip Hop royal Drake continues to snap, cackle and pop at and on his critics this week, casting a OVO branded a shadow over his rivals with the release of his surprise mixtape ‘If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late.’

For, the project has rocked the Billboard 200 with epic first week sales.

Good news below…

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For however you feel about Grammy-winning pop diva Rihanna and her reliable antics, one thing cannot be denied – the girl is a fashion icon.

Striking many-a-fierce pose that’s landed her stiletto to stiletto with some of the fashion industry’s top names, the songstress has seemingly upped her ante via her latest campaign, courtesy of a tribute to the late, great designer Alexander McQueen.

As reported here, Ri’s homage to McQueen inspired the spread found aboard AnOther magazine’s latest edition as snapped by famed photogs Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.  

We’ve already given you a glimpse at some of the action, but tuck in below to see more of the finished products:

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“…Chris Brown’s furs are just more of the same from him: ugly violence.”

Ouch!

The stinging quote above comes courtesy of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) after spotting regular fur offender/R&B bad boy Chris Brown at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.  Coupled with on-again-off-again girlfriend/Instagram model Karrueche Tran, the duo worked their way to #1 on the radical animal rights’ group’s shitlist when she took to Instagram to share a photo of them rocking fur coats while attending the Michael Costello show on Tuesday.

Never ones to bite their tongues, tuck below to see the organization’s thoughts on the lovebirds’ wardrobe choice and also read Brown’s fiery response:

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Ariana Grande is on a roll it seems as we’ve seen her name in headlines everyday this week for some reason or the other.

First, after headlining a slamming halftime show for the NBA All-Star Game this Sunday, the diva followed up with the premiere of the music video longtime fan favorite song ‘One Last Time,’ found aboard her #1 ‘My Everything’ album.

Later winning over new fans after the televised Stevie Wonder Grammy tribute saw her lend a stunning rendition of “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”  alongside Babyface,  the night brought with it news that there is at least one group of people who definitely don’t fancy themselves #Arianators after the diva’s killer week – Aussie band Safia.

For, the indie group has caused quite the stir among the fan group after accusing their leader’s ‘One Last Time’ video of directly copying their ‘You Are the One’ visual – sparking quite the debate among fans.  Did you miss any of the action?  See it all below:

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After being accused of being in an illegal relationship with the underage TV personality Kylie Jenner, the rapper Tyga made his way to radio ‘The Breakfast Club‘ to answer his critics, baring all on their supposed pairing.

There, he also weighed in on his ongoing feud with his ‘Young Money’ sibling Drake, revealing how he felt when he learned the star had taken aim at his alleged relationship with the 17 year old girl.

An intense interview below…

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New video alert!

Before he touches down in London to rock the city’s KOKO, Omarion releases the visual for his new single ‘Post To Be‘, featuring his pals Chris Brown and Jhene Aiko.

The singer co-directed the video and releases it in support of his latest album ‘Sex Playlist‘, dropped following his first spin in the ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’ machine.

Check it out below…

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Charli XCX teams up with Tinashe and Ty Dollar Sign to ‘Drop That Kitty’, unlocking the bop in support of Sign’s forthcoming LP ‘Free TC.’

The jam is now available to pick up on iTunes, and follows Charli’s success with the smash hit single ‘Fancy’ and Tinashe’s run atop R&B with the infectious number ‘2 On.‘

How they sound when placed side by side?

Find out below…

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Hip Hop & R&B duo Chris Brown & Tyga made their way to ‘The Tonight Show’ yesterday, turning up to perform their brand new single ‘Ayo’!

Their appearance came in aid of their collaborative LP ‘Fan of a Fan’ and saw them own the stage before its February 24th due date, doing so with help from The Roots.

Press play to peep their performance below…

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Kanye West has set his sights on the multinational clothing retailer Gap this year, revealing that he hopes to obtain full creative control of the company.

His plans below…

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Beyonce wasn’t the only Pop singer to tribute Stevie Wonder at the “Stevie Wonder: Songs in the Key of Life — An All-Star Grammy Salute.”

For, Ariana Grande also took to the stage, joined by ‘Take a Bow’ lyricist Babyface with whom she performed his 70s classic ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered.’

How she fared?

Find out after the jump…

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Stevie Wonder remains the most-awarded male solo artist in Grammy history.  As such, it only seems fitting for that very academy to continue to honor his legendary achievements.

With countless hits and over 100 million albums sold, the music royal has laid a blueprint for every musician to follow,  a number of whom who were in attendance and/or on the performance roster to salute his efforts.

With performances from Beyonce, Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, Pharrell, Jennifer Hudson, Janelle Monae, Ariana Grande, and many more, the tribute – titled ‘Songs In the Key of Life:  An All Star Grammy Tribute’ – aired tonight on CBS at 9 p.m EST. Did you miss any of it?

Fret not, for you know we have you covered.  Check in below:

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As each of Rihanna‘s album campaigns have highlighted, the lion-share of her limited talent lies in her look. And oh is she flaunting it in support of her 8th LP.

Serially delayed, the set finally seems to moving along thanks to the inexplicable success of lead single ‘FourFiveSeconds’ and the mountain of magazine covers the Puma model has been gracing of late.

The most recent, for AnOther Magazine, was unveiled today.

Billed as an artistic homage to the late, great designer Alexander McQueen, the shoot can be peeped above and below…

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