The stats attached to Michael Jackson‘s 1982 studio album, ‘Thriller,’ could fill a library.

A mainstay atop “Best Albums of All-Time” lists from top publications over the last 40 years, its critical influence on virtually every major Pop or R&B artist after cannot be understated.

But, its immeasurable impact in that arena is only outweighed by its commercial significance – a weight that’s only gaining as the years pass.

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Justin Timberlake may be battling blowback from damning content found inside the pages of Britney Spears‘ best-selling memoir ‘The Woman in Me,’ but the impact of that backlash did little to quell moviegoers from running out to see the third installment of the ‘Trolls‘ film franchise.

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As evidenced by the November 17 drop of her latest single, ‘Get Close,’ fans are closer than ever to Ari Lennox‘s highly anticipated third album (the follow-up to 2022’s ‘Age/Sex/Location‘).

But before they can find out when the project will be located on digital streaming services, the GRAMMY-nominated songstress is already creating a lofty musical wishlist for its successor.

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Taylor Swift has had a record-breaking year and Apple Music is celebrating that by giving her a distinct honor.

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Travis Scott‘s time on the road is extending, because he has announced additional tour dates.

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Just as quickly as Cassie dropped jaws for suing her former boss and boyfriend Diddy over bombshell accusations he physically and sexually abused her, the R&B singer-model had heads scratched at the announcement she had negotiated a settlement before the lawsuit headed to court.

And while reps for the music mogul (born Sean Combs) maintain his innocence and assert the settlement was not an “admission of wrongdoing,” that hasn’t stopped commentators from keeping conversation about the hot topic ablaze on social media and beyond.

Among those making tongues wag for his commentary is controversial Web personality DJ Akademiks, who recently made headlines for his beef with Combs’ current rumored girlfriend – rapper Yung Miami.

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After a nearly two-decade hibernation, Andre 3000 stepped into the ‘New Blue Sun’ by unveiling his first solo album on Friday (November 17).

Barely getting to enjoy the critical acclaim being showered on the instrumental effort, the Hip-Hop legend’s learned his name is already atop the wishlist of some of today’s most prominent performers.

Leading the pack is fellow Atlanta hitmaker Latto.

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Victoria Monet‘s breakout single, ‘On My Mama,’ already reigns in her discography as the highest-charting hit she’s landed on the Hot 100 to date (#48 peak as of time of this report).

But, if her dream to assemble fellow Southern belles Megan Thee Stallion and/or Beyonce on a remix comes true, it’s undoubted the inescapable bop will skyrocket even higher on the hitlist.

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Only an icon with the star power of Dolly Parton could align some of the biggest names in music for one project.

After dominating the Country arena for nearly 60 years, the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Famer switched gears and genres for her first-ever Rock album, ‘Rockstar.’

Released Friday (November 17), the 30-track project features 9 original songs as well as the diva’s take on 21 iconic anthems from the likes of The Police, Journey, Rolling Stones, Blondie, Queen, Prince, and more.

“I’m so excited to finally present my first rock and roll album Rockstar!” Parton shared before the LP hit shelves. “I am very honored and privileged to have worked with some of the greatest iconic singers and musicians of all time and to be able to sing all the iconic songs throughout the album was a joy beyond measure.”

And while the tracklist is loaded with big-named guest stars like Elton John, Stevie Nicks, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, Sting, Steven Tyler, and many more, two standout tracks came courtesy of the P!nk-assisted ‘(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction’ and the Lizzo-featured ‘Stairway to Heaven.‘

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Brandy may just be having her best Christmas ever.

Just a week after unwrapping her long-awaited debut holiday album, ‘Christmas with Brandy,’ to rave reviews from critics and fans alike, the singer-actress welcomed the same response for her inaugural holiday film, ‘Best. Christmas. Ever.’

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CMT assembled some of today’s most powerful voices to tribute the groundbreaking women in music who paved the way for them via its ‘Smashing Glass’ celebration.

The “genre-defying musical salute,” which gave a nod to women who broke records and smashed stereotypes, was recorded in Nashville at the Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in October before airing on Wednesday (November 15).

Honoring trailblazers Patti LaBelle, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Tanya Tucker, and Sinead O’Connor, big names like Ledisi, Amber Riley, Mickey Guyton, The War and Treaty, Clint Black, Chris Janson, and more assembled to deliver their takes on some of the legend’s most iconic hits.

Did you miss the action when it first aired? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

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As Queen Naija fans impatiently await her official sophomore album, the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Missunderstood,’ the rising R&B diva is tiding them over with a 10-track EP until the LP is done baking.

Delivered via Capitol Records on Friday (November 17), the new effort is titled ‘After the Butterflies’ and not only features previously released songs ‘Words of Affirmation‘ and the YoungBoy Never Broke Again-assisted ‘No Fake Love‘ but also shines with guest appearances from GRAMMY winners Monica and Ella Mai, GRAMMY nominee Eric Bellinger, and more.

Her first new body of work since 2021’s deluxe edition of ‘Missunderstood,’ hop inside to stream ‘After the Butterflies’ courtesy of Apple Music and Spotify.

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