If you thought the chart domination of The Weeknd’s new album, ‘Starboy,’ was limited to the Billboard 200, you are sorely mistaken.

For, much like his fellow Canadian entertainer/‘Live For’ co-star Drake, The Weeknd – whose real name is Abel Tesfaye – has made history as the fourth artist (second male vocalist) to ever simultaneously place every song from one album on the Hot 100.

Billboard reports:

Additionally, all 18 songs from Starboy chart on the Hot 100; with 18 total tracks on the Dec. 17 chart, The Weeknd posts the second-most simultaneous entries in the Hot 100’s 58-year history; only Drake tallied more at the same time: 20 on the May 21 chart. 

Find out where they (and all your other favorites from the day) landed on the refreshed TGJ Chart Check [Hot 100] below:

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Thanks to an onslaught of promotional appearances that (to date) have included ‘SNL,’ The American Music Awards, ‘Ellen,’ the ‘Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show,’ and European Music Awards, The Weeknd‘s third album, ‘Starboy,’ has not only lent his largest first week sales to date, but also gives him the third largest premiere of the year (only behind Drake‘s ‘Views’ and Beyonce‘s ‘Lemonade’).

Despite failing to meet initial predictions of 400,000 units moved, the singer’s handsome sum still gave him just enough to place him at #1 for this week’s Billboard 200.

Billboard reports:

‘The Weeknd blasts in at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart with his new album, Starboy, earning 348,000 equivalent album units in the week ending Dec. 1, according to Nielsen Music. Of the Weeknd’s overall start, 209,000 were in traditional album sales.

Starboy, the Weeknd’s second Billboard 200 No. 1, was released on Nov. 25 through XO/Republic Records and is the follow-up to his first leader, Beauty Behind the Madness. The new set was initially released commercially as a download and through streaming services. Its CD release followed three days later on Nov. 28.’

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‘Needed Me’ maestra Rihanna may be needing some medical attention after the swarm of #Beyhive stings she’s currently suffering.

That’s right, today brought with it the second time this year Rih’s social media antics have incited a war between her faithful #Navy and Beyonce‘s beloved fan group.  This time, after the ‘Work’ singer “liked” an Instagram post which implied the Recording Academy gives Bey preferential treatment, she ignited a firestorm of clapbacks from the #Beyhive.

See what we mean below:

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It’s that time of year again!

Indeed, the air is still buzzing as today brought with it the highly anticipated 2017 Grammy nominations unveiled, per usual, via an announcement special weeks before the actual showing.  But, what also comes with the ‘per usual’ announcement are the jaw-dropping surprises, snubs, and all out “shut-outs” that accompany the annual spectacle.

Always a heated debate-starter, the coveted tally saw the likes of Zayn Malik, Janet Jackson, Future, Nick Jonas, and more all go without mention while others, some fans believe, weren’t mentioned in the correct categories.

In the meantime, tuck in below for our list of 2017’s Grammy surprises and snubs:

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Blac Chyna is hoping to extend her run on Reality TV.

How?

By fishing for a wedding special.

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Rihanna may have scored an impressive 8 nominations at the 2017 Grammys, but it appears she’s pressed like a panini over this year’s leading act – Beyonce.

The pair have long been pit against each other by their respective fanbases, yet have maintained an air of cordial publicly.

That all seems to have been flushed down the drain (with Ms. Fenty’s Album of the Year hopes) after the Bajan belle “liked” a shady-filled post aimed at Bey and the Grammy committee.

See what we mean below…

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Scribbled in history books for some good and not-so-good reasons, 2016 brought with it some of modern music’s most memorable moments.

Now, as the year draws to a close, TGJ is reflecting on 31 moments that rocked – and to some degree shaped – the Urban and Pop musical landscape as we know it.

Next, we reflect on how 2016 saw streaming forever change the face of music consumption:

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Mariah Carey may be weary of calling her new E! series a “reality show,” but she ironically owes a debt of gratitude to one of the most popular titles in the genre – ‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta.’

Find out why below…

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 59th annual Grammy Awards, are set to air February 12th 2017 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The nominations for the 2017 Grammys await below…

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The musically-inclined mogul Nicki Minaj has turned down the opportunity to join Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives’ family.

Full story below…

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John Legend boasts a success narrative that will see him booking stages for decades to come.

However, despite this, he’s not averse to hitting the promo trail for his latest music.

With new album ‘Darkness & Light’ released last week, the 37-year-old is performing on as many platforms as possible.

Said trek brought him to ‘The Late Late Show’ last night, where he performed current single ‘Love Me Now.’

A top 20 on the Billboard R&B tally and almost top 40 on the Ho 100, can Legend ‘Get Lifted’ even higher?

Watch below and let us know…

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With J.Cole’s fourth installment to his lyrical discography, ‘4 Your Eyez Only.’ due this Friday, the reclusive rapper lifts the veil off the forthcoming album’s official tracklist.

Drop in below for more…

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