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.

Watch below…

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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.

Full story below…

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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.

Details below…

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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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The Band Aid 30 remake of ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas’ has been the subject of much debate since its recording over the weekend.

Indeed, for all the praise showered on the 2014 version of the track (which was first released in 1984), there has also been many who’ve branded it unnecessary and even culturally insensitive.

However, despite the back and forth, sales of the charity single (which aims to raise money for the Ebola relief effort in Africa) have proven phenomenal.

More on the success of the Rita Ora, One Direction, Emeli Sande, Sam Smith, and Bono fronted track below…

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Tyra Banks continues to prove bankable for The CW.

For, the network today announced the renewal of the diva’s long-running ‘America’s Next Top Model’ franchise for a new season – its 22nd “cycle”.

Details below…

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R&B songbird K. Michelle hatched a new video today.

Christened ‘Maybe I Should Call’, the track is the latest to be rolled out in support of the singer’s sophomore album ‘Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart?’ (due December 9th).

Peep the clip, which premiered following the latest episode of her VH1 reality show ‘K. Michelle: My Life’, below…

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They could be revolutionaries in the making or they could just be plain crazy.  And, if a recent New York Times interview is anything to judge by, more people are willing to bet the latter than the former.

Whatever you peg them, the Smith kids – Jaden and Willow – have certainly been earning their fair share of names from spectators as of late.  The elder Smith and his bevy of memorable quotes like “how can mirrors be real if our eyes aren’t real” and “if everyone dropped out of school we’d have a more intelligent society” have earned mix review from commenters who can’t decide of the former ‘Karate Kid’ is genius or nah.

Willow, on the other hand, has made just as many headlines for her outspoken nature.  Now, it seems the duo is poised to keep the side-eyes and raised eyebrows coming via an interesting New York Times interview that’s leaving many-a-head scratched.  Read some of the quotes below:

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