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The icons that are Barbra Streisand and Babyface joined forces for an epic cause recently, partnering up to record a duet for Streisand’s September 15th release ‘Partners.’

Featuring 12 rerecorded versions of classic Streisand numbers, the project has seen her enlist some of the world’s most celebrated voices to join her on her new creative journey. These, including but not limited to, John Legend, Stevie Wonder and the late Elvis Presley.

Now, before its release, step into her world as she records ‘Evergreen’ alongside Baby, also responsible for Madonna‘s ‘Take a Bow’ and Beyonce‘s ‘Best Thing I Never Had.’

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Lil Kim continues her comeback campaign with a carefully calculated remix of Iggy Azalea‘s Summer smash ‘Fancy’.

To provide a brief history lesson, Azalea has long been pit against Kim’s rival Nicki Minaj by both fans and cultural commentators. The end result has been a supposed “beef” between the ladies that is being seasoned by everyone but them.

Now, it appears it’s Kimmy Blanco’s turn to pour hot sauce on the grill.

Take a listen to her rendition of ‘Fancy’ below…

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Petite powerhouse Ariana Grande is leaving no stone unturned in the promotional push for new single ‘Break Free’.

The singer, who has enjoyed a monopoly of sorts on the Billboard Hot 100 in recent weeks, is set to top the album tally with her sophomore album ‘My Everything’ which is on-course to sell 170,000 copies first week.

So as to give both the song and its parent LP an added boost, the starlet took to the stage to perform on ‘America’s Got Talent’. Given the wealth of talent embedded in the 21-year-old, the show was as apt as it gets.

Watch Ariana in action below…

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‘Drunk In Love’ diva Beyonce continues her foray into the unpredictable with a stunning new shoot for CR Fashion Book.

The superstar singer, who earned praise aplenty this week for her epic showing at the MTV Video Music Awards, looks set to grab more headlines with the captivating feature.

Peep the cover above and more fierce snaps below…

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Brendan Ripp‘s ‘Sports Illustrated’ throws San Francisco 49er Colin Kaepernick and Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson on its cover this month, calling on the pair to rock the mag as part of four regional covers being releases this week!

Pulling readers into the worlds with a story penned by Michael Rosenberg, their cover touches down after Kaepernick became a brand ambassador for ‘Beats by Dre’, starring in a commercial named ‘Hear You Want.’

Yet to see it?

Press play below…

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I’m trying to figure out a better solution than getting really upset and having hate in my heart

Janelle Monae had that to say when quizzed on the murder of teenager Michael Brown days ago, gunned down by a police offer in Ferguson, Missouri.

How the ‘Electric Lady‘ has been affected the horrific murder?

Her interview with ‘Vibe’ below…

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Mila J teams up with touring partner Ty Dolla $ign for her new single ‘My Main’, backflipping towards her fans before its supporting EP ‘M.I.LA’ spins into action next month!

Originally set to feature Iggy Azalea, the song will welcome its supporting video in the weeks to follow this one, but does unlock and unleash a lyric video that awaits the world below!

Check it out!

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‘If You Lose Her.’

Joe treats his fans to the above this year, unleashing the new single which helps to build his new LP ‘Bridges.’

A far cry from the female-bashing bops that currently dominate radio, ‘Lose’ sees Joe urge his male listeners to treat their women with the respect they deserve, or risk losing her for good.

Good advice below…

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Three years after the arrival of her UK debut LP ‘ORA‘, 2015 will arrive alongside Rita Ora’s US debut album!

Given no choice but to rock the ‘Billboard 200‘ once it drops when one considers how long she’s had to push it, it seems the release will dish up a lot more than music when it arrives.

Indeed, during her time with Dana Fields’ ‘Nylon’, the entertainer revealed that the project will be packaged with gifts and treats for her fans.

Sound exciting?

Her good news below…

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The CW will unlock the third episode of ‘America’s Next Top Model’s 21st cycle this Monday, following a new batch of guys and girls hoping to win the approval of judge and creator Tyra Banks.

What one can expect to see should you tune in next week?

‘The Girl Who’s a Player’ below…

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Mariah Carey may be engulfed in a media storm regarding the status of her marriage, but it seems the diva is keen to put on a brave face.

The singer was snapped out and about in Los Angeles with her three-year-old twins Monroe and Moroccan, whose father Nick Cannon she is reportedly on the cusp of divorcing.

As hard a time as this must be for the Carey-Cannon’s, it’s good to see the children are being placed as a top priority.

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Urban-Pop newcomer Tinashe is gearing up to unleash her debut album ‘Aquarius’ on October 7th.

The set, which is preceded by singles ‘2 On’ and ‘Pretend’, has been earmarked by many critics as “one to watch”.

And while the material will determine whether that holds true, folk can now find out which tracks will populate the LP below – where its official tracklisting awaits…

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