What a tangled web has been weaved with Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI.’

The sometimes singer dropped her eighth studio album last week and has been embroiled in controversy ever since.

For many, the issue – beyond the free project’s questionable quality – stems from its sales. More specifically the great effort that has arguably been gone to to conceal its true commercial performance.

Said furore erupted after the RIAA certified the LP Platinum in the US despite a Samsung sponsorship making the 1 million “sold” copies available to fans for free.

Stirring more confusion into the mix was Rih’s exclusive streaming partner TIDAL, who went on to claim that an additional 400,000 equivalent copies of the album has been shifted.

All of this and yet confirmed industry forecasts have ‘ANTI’ on-course to open with full first week numbers of 95k-130k Stateside.

So what’s actually going on?

The good folk over at TIDAL have provided additional info to help clear things up.

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Thirsty for new Tinashe music? It’s coming. But pending its arrival, the RCA stunner quenches thirst with a titillating new cover for Complex magazine.

The siren’s moody brand of R&B-Pop has rendered her a notable name on the list of the genre’s most promising new names.

Currently still working on sophomore album ‘Joyride’ (the release date for which has yet to be confirmed), the 23-year-old is poised to drop the set soon as its accompanying tour kicks off in May.

For now, though, watch the video for the Chris Brown assisted ‘Player’ below…

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The list of performers at the 2016 Grammy Awards is growing, with Lady Gaga being the latest name confirmed.

Some may be scratching their heads, though, as it appeared Mother Monster has already been tied to the February 15th extravaganza.

Well, the confusion is cleared up after the jump…

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Combined, Usher and Chris Brown have over 30 years of success to their names. And despite playing in the same competitive field, the pair have always showcased ample respect for one another – even teaming up for the Grammy nominated ‘New Flame.’

Now, it would appear another partnering is nigh. This time on a remix to Brown’s latest single ‘Back To Sleep.’

Details, including a teaser, below…

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Beyonce found herself on the receiving end of criticism last week when she was accused of appropriating South East Asian culture to create her role in Coldplay’s ‘Hymn for the Weekend‘ visual.

This week, as she undoubtedly joins Jay Z to celebrate the release of Rihanna’s ‘ANTI’ LP, the icon has learned that the heat she faced has done little to melt her commercial power in the market.

Full story below…

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Wonders never cease.

A week after Amber Rose decimated ex Kanye West on social media, the model posed it up today with his wife Kim Kardashian.

Ever one for attention, it was actually Kimmy K who shared the snap.

Find out what she captioned it with below…

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Lion Babe‘s creative treasure chest has delivered the visual for their ‘Begin‘-backed bop ‘Where Do We Go‘ today…and it’s pretty impressive.

The clip was directed by Luke Gilford and leads the way for the aforementioned ‘Begin’s February 5th release date and the live shows the pair are currently hard at work on to support all 14 of its tracks!

Give ‘Go’ a spin below…

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Drake’s recent collaboration with Rihanna is heating up the digital charts and now it seems J. Cole is hoping to get in on some of the action!

Find out how via the exciting report below….

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One listen to the latest single from Tweet‘s long-awaited official third album, ‘Charlene’ (February 26), and you’ll know her absence has seen her lose not one drop of her magic touch.

The aptly titled single, the follow-up to ‘Won’t Hurt Me,’ saw its official music video lifted to the net today – much to the pleasure of the singer’s devoted fans (affectionately christened #Tweethearts).

Dripping with her signature velvet coo, layered harmonies, and guitar tinged flavor of R&B/soul, the song has been on constant replay here at TGJ HQ.  Tuck in below and see why:

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Rihanna would be well-advised to grab the nearest umbrella. Because when it rains, it sadly pours.

Find out why below…

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At this point, it’s clear Mariah Carey has a PHD in throwing shade.

Hence it’s no surprise that the seasoned diva didn’t disappoint when drilled about Donald Trump in a new interview with Sky News.

Mimi is hot on the promotional trail for her European ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy’ arena tour, which kicks off next month.

Watch below as waxes honest about Trump, the trek, Hilary Clinton, and more…

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The RIAA‘s controversial inclusion of streaming in album certifications has drawn critique from many corners – including the head of Kendrick Lamar‘s Top Dawg Entertainment record label.

Details below…

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