To say 2023 was SZA‘s year is an understatement in itself.

From matching or surpassing the chart stats of legends like Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson,  Mariah Carey, and Mary J. Blige to enjoying a slew of personal milestones (e.g. ‘Kill Bill’ becoming her first #1 placement on the all-genre chart), the GRAMMY winner (born Solana Rowe) rocked the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 all year long.

And, if persual of the updated edition of the latter tally is any indication, she’s not done.

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December 8 brought with it the long-awaited arrival of Nicki Minaj‘s fifth album ‘Pink Friday 2.’

Her first studio effort of the decade, the 22-track project – lined with a who’s who of Rap hitmakers like Drake, Lil Uzi Vert, Future, J. Cole, and Lil Wayne – follows 2018’s critically acclaimed ‘Queen’ and was crowned the top-selling album in the world just hours after its arrival to digial shelves.

Are the American Billboard charts set to herald the same news? Find out inside.

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It’s been 20 years since Fantasia first launched into superstardom on the heels of a win at ‘American Idol‘ under the tutelage of then-judges Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Pop star Paula Abdul, but a recent reunion of the latter with the now-GRAMMY-winning R&B diva makes it seem like yesterday.

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If her work ethic and ongoing touring schedule are any indication, out of fight is the last thing P!nk is. Yet, her new single suggests the contrary.

One of two new singles featured on the December 1-released deluxe edition of her latest studio album, ‘Trustfall,’ ‘Fight’ follows the previously released ‘Dreaming‘ featuring Sting and Marshmello.

“I’m all out of fight / My heart will always know your name / I’m all out of love / But look at all the love we made / I’m all out of life / Oh, babe, it’s killing me to say / I’m all out of love, I’m all out of life,” she sings on the Fred Again-produced cut.

Accompanied by an official music video directed by David Spearing, get acquainted with ‘Fight’ inside.

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From vacations to dates, parties, and any social gatherings, workaholic “Amy Bell” (portrayed by Michele Weaver) is the queen of saying “no.”  That is, until her job gives her the boot during the holidays.

To lighten her otherwise uptight demeanor, she accepts a challenge from her brother to say “yes” to everything this Christmas season – a delightful and heartwarming ride that sends her on a trip to lovers lane.

Directed by Rhonda Baraka, ‘Yes’ also stars Jeff Pierre, Ian Collins, Catherine Lough Haggquist, Karen Holness, and more.

Ahead of its OWN premiere on Saturday (December 9) at 9p EST, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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On the wings of 2022’s Hot 100-topping ‘Super Freaky Girl’ and 2023’s ‘Last Time I Saw You,’ rapstress Nicki Minaj lifted her long-awaited fifth LP ‘Pink Friday 2′ to chart battle on Friday (December 8).

Boasting guest appearances from Drake, J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Lil Uzi Vert, and Future as well as production from big names like Finneas, ATL Jacob, Boi-1da, Murda Beatz, and others, the 22-track opus comes as Minaj’s first studio effort since ‘Queen’ conquered the Billboard 200 in 2018.

And despite an unconventional rollout devoid of the major promotional onslaught afforded its predecessor, ‘Pink Friday 2’ is still managing to prove the naysayers wrong who argued it lacked major buzz ahead of its arrival to digital shelves.

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In October, Kylie Minogue watched her 16th studio album, ‘Tension,’ rise to her biggest opening in nearly 20 years on the Billboard 200 and even higher on charts around the globe.

Powered by the pandemonium of ‘Padam Padam’ (the project’s lead single), the LP is not only a critical darling but continues to make big waves on the commercial front as well.

In a bid to extend its impact in the latter arena, Kylie – on a Vegas high aboard a critically acclaimed Sin City residency – announced ‘exTension‘ – a collection of extended mixes of all the LP’s tracks.

Set for release in digital and physical formats on December 8, the remix effort will be launched on the back of the extended mix of fan favorite ‘Hold On to Now.’

The news comes not long after Kylie lifted the lid on the behind the scenes look at the music video of another critically acclaimed cut from the album – its title track.

See the Sophie Muller-directed action below.

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Mariah Carey may have graciously accepted defeat earlier this week when her perennially chart-topping classic, ‘All I Want for Christmas,’ was bested by Brenda Lee‘s ‘Rockin Around the Christmas Tree’ for the Hot 100’s top spot, but – as the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) recently evidenced – the Songbird Supreme is still soaring to major wins overall.

Details inside.

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Knockout (born Leclair D’Angelo Marquis) may be best known for titles like ‘Monster Invasion,’ ‘Bare Intruders,’ ‘Colossal Penetration,’ and ‘Raw Violations,’ but it was Nicki Minaj fans (affectionately called #Barbz) who felt violated after the famed adult star took to Twitter to imply the Rap diva’s new album – the December 8-released ‘Pink Friday 2‘ – wasn’t her best work.

Needless to say, the blowback was indeed colossal. Details inside.

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Victoria Monét has been named MTV‘s Global Push Artist for December and she’s wasted no time toasting the honor.

For, the 10x GRAMMY nominee took center stage on the platform to rock out to her breakthrough anthem ‘On My Mama’ as well ‘Cadillac (A Pimp’s Anthem).’ 

Both tracks are lifted from Monét’s critically acclaimed sophomore album ‘Jaguar II.’

Peep the performances below, where the singer-songwriter also opens up about her journey to date…

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Nicki Minaj releases certainly are…eventful. 

The femcee finally unleashed her long-awaited album ‘Pink Friday 2’ today (December 8) – much to the excitement of her Babrz.

And, adding to the buzz, the rapper announced that there’ll be more to come on the project next week.

Full story below…

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Halle Bailey is booked and busy.

Blazing a trail across a multitude of mediums – from music to TV to film – the star’s latest venture sees her star in the movie revival of ‘The Color Purple’ as Nettie.

Ahead of its December 25 release, Bailey stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to dish on the Fantasia Barrino-led flick and more.

Chopping it up with the anchor, the 23-year-old – who also earned rave reviews for her leading role in ‘The Little Mermaid’ this year – opened up about working on ‘The Color Purple’ with Oprah Winfrey on-set.

Elsewhere, she spilled on sister life with Chloe Bailey and what it’s like being signed to Beyonce‘s imprint – who she revealed is forthcoming with tips..

Watch the fun-filled interview below…

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