Bow Wow has never been one to hold back.

And the state of the current music market appears to be jarring the rapper-turned-media multihyphenate.

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13 may be an unlucky number for some. However, for Drake, it’s proven to bring with it his most potent wins.

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RAYE crowns a year of triumph with the release of ‘My 21st Century Symphony (Live at the Royal Albert Hall).’

After breaking ties with the major label she’d been signed to since the start of her career, the British songbird took flight as an independent artist – soaring to the highest heights of her career – including the top of the charts with her smash hit single ‘Escapism.’

Its parent album ‘My 21st Century Blues’ also proved a hit – both commercially and with critics.

In celebration of the project, RAYE took center stage at London’s legendary Royal Albert Hall on September 26 for a special one-off sold-out show.

Accompanied by  The Heritage Orchestra and the 30-piece youth gospel choir The Flames Collective, the singer shone with rousing renditions of ‘Oscar-Winning Tears.,’ ‘The Thrill Is Gone.,’ ‘Black Mascara.,’ ‘Escapism.’ and her new single ‘Worth It.’

The result? ‘My 21st Century Symphony.’

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Summer Walker has recruited an exciting trio of R&B belles to join her on her new EP.

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Taylor Swift is continuing to break records, and this one comes from her ‘Eras Tour’ film.

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Taylor Swift is busy ruling airwaves and taking over the radio, and it has landed her another record.

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Manchester magnetized an eclectic mass of artists, industry trailblazers, and talent of tomorrow at Beyond The Music 2023.

Housed in the heart of Manchester, the multi-day event comprised insightful panel conversations led by leaders in the business (both seasoned and soaring) and intimate live performances from some of the most exciting names on the scene.

This year’s festivities were launched by the Mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham – who commended the city’s rich history of musical magnificence and the potentness of the Beyond The Music platform.

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As Madonna embarks on a new world tour, she is the artist behind this week’s From The Vault pick. We present her sultry rendition of ‘Fever’ from the early ’90s.

A cover of the song made popular by the classic Peggy Lee, ‘Fever’ was released as an international single from Madonna’s controversial fifth studio album, ‘Erotica.’ On the track, her soft, seductive vocals provide a stark contrast to the thumping House beats of the production, courtesy of Shep Pettibone, making for a surprisingly refreshing remake.

Although it wasn’t commercially released in the US, it became her 15th #1 hit on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. It was a success in Europe, peaking at #6 in the UK, #1 in Finland, and inside the Top 20 in many other countries.

Directed by Stephane Sednaoui, the song’s accompanying visual sees the entertainer sporting several edgy looks in front of kaleidoscopic backgrounds. This editorial affair continues to be a reference for Pop artists to this day (hello silver body paint!).

Whether it was lauded or loathed, Madonna wasn’t afraid to push the envelope during the first part of the 1990s. The ‘Erotica’ era is living proof of that. Sonically and visually top-tier, the material she was serving up stood the test of time and was able to receive its recognition later.

Although we may not have been as enchanted with some of Madge’s more recent efforts, there is something to be said about her uncanny ability to remain an exciting music act even 40 years into her career.

All hail the Queen of Pop!

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Drake is celebrating his son Adonis‘ sixth birthday by sharing his talent with the world by way of a new music video, ‘My Man Freestyle.’

The charismatic youngster showcases his lyrical gravitas and performing chops while playing basketball with his friends.

Suffice it to say, it looks like Adonis could be following in his dad’s footsteps soon.

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Ice Spice took center stage on Saturday Night Live as she continues on her heat streak.

The femcee, who is fresh from releasing her new single ‘Pretty Girl’ featuring Rema, brought the Nigerian hitmaker along with her to perform the track.

Taylor Swift, who previously collaborated with the rapper on ‘Karma,’ made a surprise cameo introducing the showing. Her rumored boo Travis Kelce also appeared on the broadcast.

Elsewhere on the bill, Ice Spice also rocked the house with ‘In Ha Mood.’

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Drake‘s new album ‘For All The Dogs’ may have been greeted with a polarizing response from critics and cultural commentators alike.

However, the LP has proven to have quite the bite on the charts.

Because the hotly anticipated project has pounced straight in at #1 on the Billboard 200.

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Madonna reminded in earnest why she is the Queen of Pop at the electrifying launch of ‘The Celebration World Tour.’

The slick production set sail at London’s O2 Arena and served as the first of six sold-out shows at the iconic venue.

Already one of the year’s most eagerly awaited spectacles, the global trek was dramatically postponed early this summer after the singer battled sudden health issues.

As has been the reality of her near five-decade spell in the spotlight, Madge bounced back and delivered a seismic show that left fans in awe.

True to form, the diva dazzled with state-of-the-art staging and illuminated the O2 with her colossal catalog of classics including ‘Holiday,’ ‘Open Your Heart to Me,’ ‘Ray of Light,’ and ‘Vogue.’ The latter of which morphed into a ballroom extravaganza – helmed by the tour’s MC, Bob the Drag Queen.

The megastar also incorporated rare gems and seldom performed numbers such as ‘Die Another Day’ and cuts from ‘Erotica.’

Amidst the army of dancers and creatives aboard the must-see show were Madonna’s children – Lourdes, David, Mercy James, and Estere.

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