As the world slowly, but surely returns to normal, expect to see more and more artists not only hop to make up for lost time but also race to meet the Recording Academy’s updated August 31 cutoff for consideration at GRAMMYs 2022.

Evidence of this came Friday (June 11), which has marked the most jam-packed music release date of the year to date.

A Hip Hop-heavy heap of hopeful hits, Migos led the charge by delivering their long-awaited fourth studio album, ‘Culture III’ (the latest installment in the ‘Culture’ series).  Elsewhere, femcees ran the show as Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat dropped new gems while Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and Latto served as features on male-led Rap releases.

In the Pop realm, Jessie J returned with her banging single, ‘I Want Love,’ while the likes of Ava Max, Kylie Minogue, Bebe Rexha, Lorde, and Maroon 5 all made their respective presences felt across the new music scene.

Look inside and tell us who will get your coins (or streams) in this all-star battle:

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Once one of the most beloved voices in modern R&B, Chrisette Michele went from the top of the genre’s hit lists to the top of the public’s sh*tlist after she accepted the gig to perform at the 2016 presidential inauguration of Donald Trump.

Now, the songbird is singing a new tune as she reflects on the aftermath of the incident.

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Cop a gander at Willow Smith!

The musical maestro graces the cover of V Magazine, where she stuns in several rocking outfits and gives a compelling interview.

Within the feature, the ‘Transparent Soul’ songstress dishes on her new album, being Black in the rock world, and more.

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Saweetie is causing the right kind of commotion with her endless flow of candy-coated bops.

From the infectious ‘Tap In’ to the booming ‘Best Friend,’ her music and social media savviness have seen the femcee’s name become a firm fixture on the lips of the masses.

The buzz has carried her onto the cover of Teen Vogue‘s newest issue.

Beyond posing it up in the Shaniqwa Jarvis lensed shoot, the rapper’s feature sees wax candid about being “tri-racial,” her ability to make hits, and much more.

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After conquering screen and stage to the tune of GRAMMY, TONY, and EMMY wins, singer-actress Cynthia Erivo is ready to reign over charts as evidenced by the announcement of her September 17-due debut album, ‘Ch. 1 vs. 1.’

When discussing the LP’s unique title, Erivo stated it was all about storytelling.

“In storytelling, chapter one and verse one is the way you always begin, and because I believe I’m a storyteller, that’s what I wanted to do with my music,” she said. “That’s what this is about, just starting [and revealing] the human parts of me that you don’t often get to see.”

Ahead of its fall arrival, the 34-year-old has shared the music video for its first official single – ‘The Good’ – which she describes as her attempt to “normalize seeing Black women in a relationship on screen because often it’s really fetishistic.”

See the emotional, Mollie Mills-directed clip inside:

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Mariah Carey has clapped back hard at claims that an “explosive row” with JAY-Z led to her departure from Roc Nation management.

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After three action-packed seasons, ‘Pose’ climaxed in a blaze of glory with its penultimate episode.

As fans wave goodbye to the gripping (and game-changing) ballroom drama, three of its central figures assemble for a stunning Harper’s Bazaar feature spread.

MJ Rodriguez and Indya Moore, who play Blanca and Angel Evangelista respectively, are joined by Janet Mock who – in her role as executive producer and writer – serves as one of the show’s driving forces.

Fan-favorite Dominque Jackson (Elekra) was set to appear alongside the ladies on the cover but fell ill on the day of shooting. Still, she joins the trio (remotely) in weighing in on the impact of ‘Pose.’  An impact that is just as resonant with them as it is with the viewing public.

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Kehlani is getting candid.

After officially coming out as a lesbian (as we reported here), the ‘Can I’ singer is now revealing how the father of her child reacted to the news.

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 8th season and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This installment is already making for magnetic viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, and Dr. Contessa Metcalfe are all back in the mix. They are joined by newcomer Anila Sajja.

Alums Lisa Nicole Cloud, Quad Webb, and Kari Wells all appear as Friends Of.

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married To Medicine’ episode 15 / season 8 below…

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Marlo Hampton may think she deserves a full-time spot on the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ but one person who doesn’t is her own friend Nene Leakes. 

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Eva Marcielle has long been renowned for her outspokenness and she lived up to said billing during her visit to The Wendy Williams Show.

As well as chopping it up about her new BET show ‘All The Queen’s Men,’ the star also waxed honest about the latest happenings with the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

When prompted for her thoughts on Porsha Williams‘ shock engagement to Simon Guobadia (ex-husband of RHOA newbie Falynn), Marcielle did not hold back.

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Dua Lipa is in a reflective space; one that has her appreciative for the hard times and the harsh times.

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