The Platinum Edition of Beyonce‘s self-titled album struts into stores next week (November 24th).

As reported, ‘7/11’ is one of two new songs featured on the set, which also includes four remixes and ten live performances.

And while anticipation is already sky-high, it was sent into overdrive moments ago when a 30-second snippet of the Detail produced jam hit the net.

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The much-slammed Aaliyah biopic may have had Timbaland in a foul mood over the weekend, but the hitmaker was in great spirits during a stop at The Breakfast Club today.

Naturally, hosts Charlamagne, Angela Yee, and DJ Envy quizzed Timbo on the Lifetime movie and his viral response. Yet, it was the interesting turn that the interview took which has many buzzing. 

The producer used the vast majority of the sit-down to gush about new rapper, Tink.

Aged just 19, the femcee is the latest name signed to Tim’s Mosley Music Group in partnership with L.A. Reid‘s Epic Records. What’s more, the lyricist has received co-signs from the likes of Jay Z and Rick Ross.

Armed with more than just words, the music maestro previewed material from the newbie’s debut album, which he says houses some of his best work since Aaliyah’s ‘One In A Million’.

Peep the must-see interview below…

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Danity Kane‘s demise played out oh so publicly. However, new snaps have many wondering whether the remnants of the group are preparing to re-emerge as a duo.

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British chart sensation Ella Henderson has landed in the US.

The songbird, who is astonishingly just 18 years old, has enjoyed ample success on home-soil and is looking to replicate Stateside.

To aid her cause, the soul-filled singer took centre-stage last night on The Voice and delivered a dynamite rendition of the song ‘Ghost’ from her debut album ‘Chapter One’.

Watch Henderson, who has become one of the most successful X Factor contestants ever (despite finishing 6th in 2012), soar after the jump…

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Don’t believe the hype! The flag for R&B still waves proudly on the winds of a slew of highly anticipated releases, including those of singers-turned-reality stars Chrisette Michele and Omarion.

Just last week the former B2K frontman posted his new Jhene Aiko and Chris Brown-assisted single ‘Post To Be’ to the net and, shortly thereafter, posted the full track list to his new album ‘Sex Playlist. Due December 2nd, the project will hit shelves just a week after Chrisette’s newest ‘Lyricist Opus.’

The follow-up to the songstress’s 2013’s Grammy-nominated ‘Better,’ Michele sent her fans into a frenzy when she unveiled news of a supporting tour titled ‘The Opus Tour’ (kicking off January 22 in San Francisco).

But, before you can catch this R&B diva on the road, see her and fellow R&B star Omarion’s new album covers:

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Usher may be trying to find his footing again chart-wise, yet that hasn’t stopped the R&B force from embracing the artists whose careers his success helped birth. Two of such acts being August Alsina and Trey Songz.

The ‘Good Kisser’ singer enlisted 22-year-old Alsina to serve as the opener on his critically-praised new tour ‘The UR Experience’, which touched down in Chicago yesterday (November 17th).

Springing a surprise on fans in the windy city, Ush staged a spectacle of unity by joining August on-stage during his performance of ‘I Luv This’ and bringing out Trey Songz to perform the remix of the track.

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Beyonce may be winding down the campaign for her blockbuster fifth album, but the singer looks set to have fans wining their waists as she does so.

Why?

Because her new song ‘7/11’ is making a beeline for radio next week.

The tea is spilled below…

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Things appear to be going from bad to worse for TV legend Bill Cosby.

The actor, comedian, and cultural commentator has been embroiled in a swirl of rape allegations, which though only hitting mainstream media know, actually date back to several years ago.

And while the 77-year-old has maintained innocence regarding the multitude of claims, they continue to file in.

Today being no different.

Former supermodel Janice Dickinson sat down with Entertainment Tonight to share shocking allegations of sexual assault she says was carried out on her by ‘The Cosby Show’ star.

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‘Luther’ is US bound. However, the gritty British drama won’t be bringing its lead star Idris Elba along for its American incarnation. At least not in the capacity folk would expect.

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Raven Symone seems to have a knack for setting tongues a’wagging these days.

The talented actress, who set social media ablaze last month when she revealed that she didn’t identify as Afro-American, has debuted an eye-catching new hair-do.

Taking to Facebook today, the ‘That’s So Raven’ star shared a snap of her “peach” colored hair. She paired the pic with the caption:

Yes, peach for the holidays… #unicorn #5thelement #holidaypumpkin

Interesting.

Your thoughts?

This Sunday’s American Music Awards has seen its performers line-up beefed up with a multitude of major names led by Nicki Minaj.

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Nicki Minaj is kicking the campaign for her new album ‘The Pinkprint’ into high-gear.

Fresh from releasing new tracks and shooting new videos, the Rap titan appears a-front of Complex Magazine in a edgy shoot lensed by Vijat Mohindra.

The enclosed interview is equally as engaging and sees the ‘Anaconda’ MC spill on ”Print’ (which she deems her most “personal” project yet), becoming a mother, retiring after her fifth album, and more.

Excerpts and more pics below…

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