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Take Ariana Grande, multiply her by four and you have Dame, the R&B force delivered to the world by Boyz II Men singer Shawn Stockman.

Do they have what it takes to reach Ariana’s level of superstardom? Time will tell. So, before it does, get into the girls’ brand new single ‘Goodbye’, found in footage now available to spin below!

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Should one be on the hunt for Ariana Grande, Iggy Azalea and John Legend, they needn’t look any further than the ‘Official Top 40 Most Streamed Singles of 2014 so far‘ tally today!

For, thanks to music lovers who streamed their hottest release, all three are featured on the list, surpassing efforts made by Beyonce‘s ‘Drunk in Love’, Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Pills N Potions’ and Usher‘s ‘Good Kisser’ in the third quarter.

However, did any of three songs named above fare better when figures pulled between January and today were thrown into the equation?

The answer to that question…below

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With new album ‘Point Of No Return’ in stores, Keyshia Cole continues her practice of providing each of the LP’s tracks with an accompanying video – even its intro.

The record’s opening number ‘Last Tango’ is the latest to receive the visual treatment.

Peep the vid, which was co-directed by Cole, after the jump…

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Given the tough musical climate, the once-frequent practice of re-releasing albums has become a thing of the past. However, it’s set to be revived for Billboard belle Iggy Azalea next month when her debut album ‘The New Classic’ is re-issued.

Officially christened ‘Reclassified’, the set will add a selection of new tracks to the original LP, with a fresh single from the new set of songs also a strong likelihood.

It’s widely expected that the re-release will add to the 376,681 US sales of the original, which has been in stores since April 23rd and has thus far been supported by singles including ‘Work’, ‘Fancy’, and ‘Black Widow’.

Building buzz, the Australian-bred beauty revealed the LP’s cover. Check it out above.

Your thoughts?

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As earlier reported, Raven Symone set the social media arena ablaze following her controversial interview on Oprah Winfrey‘s Where Are They Now special.

Indeed, many took to Twitter, Facebook, and a multitude of other platforms to voice their views on the ‘That’s So Raven’ and ‘Cosby Show’ actress’ claim that she is “not Afro-American…but American”.

And with the debate still blazing, the star has released a statement clarifying her words.

Read what she had to say below…

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It appears the sales of Robin Thicke‘s latest album aren’t the only thing that are non-existent. For, sadly, his marriage to actress Paula Patton is too.

The crooner’s partner of over 12 years has officially filed for divorce; a move which comes after the couple announced their separation in February.

Details below…

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‘She‘ chanteuse may have poured her heart and soul into her new album ‘Point of No Return’, but it would seem the general public have decided not throw their hearts and wallets in its support today, now that it’s first week sales prediction has been announced.

Unfortunately, after the critically acclaimed ‘Woman to Woman‘ opened with 96,000 units in 2012, ‘Return’ is set to touch down on the ‘Billboard 200‘ with anywhere between 22 to 25,000 units next week, marking her lowest opening week number to date.

On lower ground, Urban Pop sensation Tinashe isn’t set to fare any better. For despite owning the summer with the smash hit single ‘2 On’, the entertainer proves there’s more work to be done now that her debut LP ‘Aquarius’ is set to sell between 17 to 20,000 copies.

Via ‘Hits Daily Double’:

Jason Aldean (Broken Bow) 290-310k
Hozier (Columbia) 50-55k
Weezer (Republic) 30-35k
Alex & Sierra (SYCO/Columbia) 28-32k
Stevie Nicks (Reprise) 25-28k
Keyshia Cole (Geffen) 22-25k
Jackson Browne (Inside) 17-20k
Tinashe (RCA) 17-20k
New Found Glory (Hopeless) 17-20k
Sixx:A.M. (Eleven Seven) 15-18k
The Piano Guys (Sony Masterworks) 14-17k
Yellowcard (Razor & Tie) 12-15k

What went wrong?

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After shining a positive light on her heritage through fashion, music and film, Pop star Jennifer Lopez may soon find her achievements etched into the hearts and minds of her fellow New Yorkers.

Who, what, where and why?

An epic plan, below…

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October 27th is a date fans of Jagged Edge look forward to with anticipation, as it marks the release of their new album ‘JE Heartbreak II.

Today, the quartet unveil the latest piece of the project’s puzzle with the release of ‘Getting Over You‘, a track that features lyrics, harmonies and arrangements that make their comeback one worth paying serious attention to.

Though its verses fail to impress on a melodic tip (a little all over the place) the number makes for an enjoyable listen, sure to impress those old enough to appreciate R&B as it used to be.

Check it out below…

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Ne-Yo is hot on the comeback trail with new single ‘She Knows’.

The Juicy J assisted jam is the lead release from the crooner’s sixth studio album ‘Non-Fiction’, which hits stores on November 12th via Compound/Motown.

So as to give the track a boost, the singer-songwriter has debuted its accompanying video. Check it out below. It’s an…edgy…watch.

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As widely reported, Mariah Carey‘s new tour ‘The Elusive Chanteuse Show’ kicked off in Japan last week.

This Monday saw the trek continue in Yokohama.

Watch below as the diva with five-octaves performs classic ‘I’ll Be There’ with longtime friend Trey Lorenz

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One has to give it to Nick Jonas.

After observing fellow entertainers Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber make a number of desperate (and at times offensive) moves towards “Urban” music, the former Disney star finds his transition from PG-friendly Pop prince to grown’n’sexy Rhythm & Pop newbie welcomed by the very audience Cyrus and Bieber are still yet to win over completely.

Now listen to his latest effort ‘Numb‘, featuring rapper Angel Haze and packing a sound that’ll no doubt give a number of his contemporaries good reason to consider him serious competition.

Check it out below…

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