Nicki Minaj and Trey Songz are looking to leave their mark on this side of the pond via the highly anticipated ‘Pinkprint Tour.’

Set in support of Minaj’s forthcoming tertiary release of the same name (due in stores December 15th) and Songz’ first #1 album ‘Trigga,’ the European trek is due to kick off March 16th in Stockholm, Sweden.

Check in below to see if the rap diva will be rolling to a town near you:

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With new album ‘The Pinkprint’ powering into stores next week, Nicki Minaj is getting “real” with her promo campaign.

The fiery femcee will be hot on the press trail for the LP and is leaving no stone unturned.

Case in point her newly announced appearance on Fox’s freshman talk series, ‘The Real’.

Details below…

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As music’s first couple, Beyonce and Jay Z enjoy a royal reception most places they go. However, it was they that offered the warm welcome to British monarchs Prince Williams and Kate Middleton last night at an NBA game.

The ‘Drunk In Love’ duo were formally introduced to the popular prince and princess at the Barclay Center after the Cleveland Cavaliers vs Brooklyn Nets game.

There for more than a photo opp, William is in town on behalf of the World Wildlife Fund, which is entering into a charitable venture with Barclays (which Jay owns a percentage of).

In any case, peep the “meeting” moment below…

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Only one day separates K. Michelle fans from being able to buy ‘Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart?,’ her highly anticipated sophomore album.  But, before you get to find out if you love the tunes that occupy the ‘Love ‘Em All’-led disc, Michelle is giving listeners something else to sample via the short film ‘Something About the Night.’

An ode to ‘Lady Day’ herself, the legendary jazz songstress Billie Holiday, the 6 minute “mini-movie” sees the R&B diva show off her acting chops under the helm of creative director Child Basquiat.

From the looks of things in this teaser unveiled today, we can already tell the movie directors will soon be shipping scripts her way.

Watch the official trailer below and tell us if you agree:

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Trey Songz takes a page from his ‘You’re Mine’ co-star Mariah Carey‘s coveted discography by lending a “Trigga remix” to her holiday classic ‘All I Want For Christmas.’

Available on Itunes now, the reworked tune – much to the relief of fans – does not stray far from the original.  Much to the dismay of fans, Songz is on schedule to perform the song live on ABC’s Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade special.

Does he do the song justice?  Tell us below:

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In news that serves as nothing but tragic, reports have surfaced that actress/model/dancer/choreographer Stephanie Moseley was fatally shot by husband/rapper Earl Hayes (formerly of boxer Floyd Mayweather’s “Money Team) shortly before killing himself.

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It seems ‘Started From the Bottom’ beau is at the top of everyone’s hit list these days.

After Chris Brown publicly blasted his ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran for allegedly having an affair with the Young Money maestro, now reports have it that he was involved in an altercation this weekend with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.

Does the foolery ever cease?

While many initially rumored that the two were beefing over Diddy’s longtime girlfriend/model-with-a-mic Cassie, sources have now confirmed that this was not the cause of the fight.  Get into more on Diddy vs. Drizzy below and tell us your thoughts:

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They share a collaborator in Tiyon Mack and now, should R&B singer Brandy have her way, it won’t be long before she shares a song with Tamar Braxton.

Indeed, in an interview with ‘The Brandy Blog‘, the ‘Love Wouldn’t Count Me Out’ singer revealed that she considers herself a Braxton fan and admires her vocal stylings, going onto reveal that she also intends to duet with ‘The Worst‘ singer Jhene Aiko.

That and a whole lot more below…

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‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’ star Yung Berg has found himself in the middle of a brewing scandal this week, after the manager of R&B singer Ray J accused him of getting hot’n’heavy with another man during a studio session.

Cash Jones’ surprising claims below…

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The Vocal Bible Brandy has been hard at work sewing together her new studio album, her first since 2012’s ‘Two Eleven’.

Juggling recording with her acting gig on ‘The Game’, B-Rocka hit the studio with Oak Felder and Pop Wansel over the weekend to cook up songs for the as yet untitled set.

With fans thirsty for previews of new music, the singer obliged with two snippets.

Check ’em out below…

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Hugh Martin’s ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’ found a friend in Sam Smith this month, covered by the Grammy nominated performer as he continues work on the follow-up to his debut offering, ‘In the Lonely Hour.’

How his cover compares to those released by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Connie Francis and Ella Fitzgerald?

Find out below…

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