On this date, R&B newbie Luke James will unlock his creative chest and hand the world his self-titled debut album.

Only right then, that he shares just a little of what his fans can expect should they pick up the project with his new number ‘Dancing in the Dark‘, released minutes ago!

Does the Southern gent have what it takes to compete in a Frank Ocean/Miguel world?

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Next Tuesday marks the spot for Ariana Grande‘s sophomore album ‘My Everything’, twirling towards retailers with a little help from Viacom‘s MTV.

Hopping aboard her promotional bus, the network have teamed up with the singer to tease four of the LP’s jams before its release! These, being ‘Be My Baby’, ‘A Little Bit of Your Heart‘, ‘Why Try’  and her duet with The Weeknd, ‘Love Me Harder.’

Like the sound of the last one? We do too, which is why we’re sure all will be pleased to learn the song is now available to spin right here, right now!

Check it out after the jump!

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She may have found a slow burning hit in the Gold certified ‘Pills N Potions’, but it would seem Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Anaconda‘ is on course to becoming the smash hit she needs to sell new LP ‘The Pink Print.’

For after debuting with sales of 141,000 units, the cut’s supporting video has given it no choice but to rock the ‘Hot 100′ thanks to its controversial nature.

How?

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Already boasting an action-packed bill, Sunday night’s MTV Video Music Awards will fire out of the cannon with a ‘Bang Bang’. For, it has been confirmed that three of Pop’s hottest properties will be taking to the stage at the 2014 instalment of the event.

Details below…

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Actresses Tika Sumpter is just one of many actors of African descent to have their names thrown into a sensitive debate whipped up by fans of movie studio ‘Marvel’, who have accused them of ignoring their calls to have an African American star lead in one of their pictures.

Coming following a petition was launched urging the company to consider ‘12 Years a Slave’ actress Lupita Nyong’o when next casting for the role of X-Men‘s storms, its fans have now seen seen their demands weighed in on by its president Kevin Feige.

His take on claims that Marvel lacks diversity?

Find out below…

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Details on his starring role below…

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It’s finally here!

Watch as Nicki Minaj‘s lends many-an-OMG moment via her ‘Anaconda’ video.  See it in its entirety below:

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Rita Ora is currently riding the wave of success with her stint on Iggy Azalea‘s latest single ‘Black Widow’.

However, fans of the Brit-bred singer will have to wait a while for her own album.

The set is preceded by ‘I Will Never Let You Down’ – which despite hitting #1 in the UK looks set to be christened a buzz single in light of new developments with its parent LP.

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With just a month separating her from the release of her third studio album ‘JHUD,’ you can definitely expect to see Grammy-winning songstress Jennifer Hudson in many-a-spotlight as the date draws nearer.

Already bringing her powerhouse vocals to the ‘Today Show’ (click here if you missed it), now word has it she’s joining the already jam-packed lineup at Fashion Rocks 2014.  Set to be presented during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York, the Ryan Seacrest-hosted affair will air from Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Sept. 9.

Tuck in below to find out who else will be ‘walkin’ it out’ with J.Hud at this year’s music meets fashion celebration:

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From ‘Poker Face’ to ‘Cheek To Cheek,’ eccentric pop princess Lady Gaga looks to put her gimmicks on pause and let her oft-overlooked talent take center stage.

Sending fans into a frenzy today by unveiling a full listen at ‘I Can’t Give You Anything But Love’ – the first official single from duet album with jazz legend Tony Bennett, the Grammy-winning diva appears to be playing approximately 0% games if the vocals found on this track are anything to judge by.

Before you can get your hands on ‘Cheek To Cheek’ (due in stores September 23rd), tuck in below to fall in love with ‘Love.’

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R&B chanteuse Ciara is wasting no time getting back to business.

The new mother has been hard at work on her new studio album, which will serve as the follow-up to last year’s self-titled LP.

And she’s enlisted hitmakers to shepherd the project – namely Rock City (who is an A&R’ing the as yet untitled set) and Pop maestro Dr. Luke. Super Ci has been stationed in the studio with the latter – cooking up what we’re hoping will be more winners. A consistent hit vendor, the Dr. has prescribed smashes for the likes of Katy Perry, Pink, Britney Spears, Rihanna, and more.

Peep a snap of them in the lab above…

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All roads lead to September 16th for Chris Brown.

The dynamo performer is set to release his sixth studio album ‘X’ on the said date and is whetting appetites with new visuals for the project.

Check it out above.

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