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For many, Pop icon Janet Jackson is a rarity, a deity, and a bonafide legend in music.

Now, after launching Rhythm Nation Records, she can also add label head to her lengthy list of titles.

Beyond orchestrating the release and roll-out of her own new album ‘Unbreakable,’ Jackson’s latest executive move sees her pair up with British hitmaker Naughty Boy for rumoured new single ‘BURNITUP! (ft. Missy Elliott).’

Details below…

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It’s here!

Naughty Boy set the net blaze yesterday with news of his new Beyonce assisted single ‘Runnin’ (Lose It All)’

And just a day later, the track has premiered.

Boasting an appearance from Arrow Benjamin also, the song awaits after the jump…

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As anyone familiar with Tamar Braxton‘s brand will attest, the term outspoken defines her.

Hence, it was little surprise that when stopping by the Angie Martinez Show on Power 105.1 to promote new single ‘If I Don’t Have You’ the youngest of the Braxton clan served up a number of notable soundbites.

Indeed, beyond confirming that new album ‘Calling All Lovers’ has been been bumped from its July release to September 11th, the 38-year-old made an interesting observation about Rihanna.

Full story below…

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BET Awards 2015 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after show-stopping performances from Tamar Braxton & K. Michelle, Jason Derulo, Tinashe, Ciara, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners’ list awaits below:

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In what has come as a historic move (and the biggest news story of the day), the United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of marriage equality – a feat that will see same sex marriage legal in all 50 states.

As celebrations continue across the world for the decision, celebrities have taken to social media to share their thoughts on the good news.  See responses from everyone from Mariah Carey and Ciara to Lady Gaga, Madonna, and more.

 

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The music streaming giant Spotify has announced the names of the artists they believe will pick up awards at Sunday’s BET Awards ceremony.

Yes, 48 hours before the event kicks off in Los Angeles the company have thrown their two cents into the prediction pot with a “winners list” that reveals which of this year’s nominees have received the most streams on the platform.

Will there be any surprises in store?

Find out below…

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Guess which solo sensation shared this snap of themselves covering ‘Music Week’ magazine recently!

Hint: Each and every one of his studio albums has secured certifications of the Gold, Platinum or Quadruple Platinum persuasion.

Still no clue?

His popularity in his domestic market has seen him bag more #1 singles than Sam Smith!

Impressed?

Our mystery man’s identity below…

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Rose Nose Day is heading to US shores!

A phenomenon in the UK for over two decades, tonight will see the fundraising extravaganza land in America on NBC.

Some may be wondering: “What is Red Nose Day?”

Well, the three-hour telecast – which airs live from New York City – unites major names from the worlds of music, movies, comedy and more to help raise money to end poverty Stateside and beyond.

Want to get involved in the fun-filled campaign? No worries, Walgreens is making it super easy to do so. To support Red Nose Day make your donation at any Walgreens store… contributions will be donated to the Red Nose Day Fund* (whose mission it is to lift young folk out of poverty).

The good times need not stop there. Because by taking pics of oneself wearing the nose and sharing on Twitter and/or Instagram using the hashtag #RedNose, folk automatically enter themselves into a competition which could see them win a trip to attend the all-star telecast on May 21st.

We’ll be watching the US debut of Red Nose TONIGHT at 8pm ET on NBC. Be sure to tune in too! Let’s “turn up” for a worthy cause!

For more on the Red Nose Day show, visit http://www.nbc.com/red-nose-day. And for further details on the broader cause, check out https://www.rednoseday.org.

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Ella Henderson and the Thundacatz team up to make magic for the move ‘Despite the Falling Snow’ this year, joining forces to support the film with a song named ‘Now You Say You Love Me Again.’

Fans of the X Factor UK will know that Ella stands as one of the show’s more authentic breakout stars, securing critical acclaim with her debut album ‘Chapter One’ and its moving lead single ‘Ghost.’

Why she’s oft compared to the likes of Sam Smith and Adele?

‘Love Me’ below…

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It’s that time of year again!

The BET Awards 2015 are set to air live from the Nokia Theater at L.A Live on Sunday June 28th.

Naturally, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Urban music’s biggest calendar night.

Well, wonder no more. For, the nominees list has been revealed. Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj lead the pack with a a whopping six nominations. Beyonce and Lil Wayne follow with four.

The full list awaits below…

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The Billboard Music Awards 2015 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, following show-stopping performances from the likes Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Britney Spears, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners’ list awaits below…

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Universal Music have cited Drake‘s ‘If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late’ and Kendrick Lamar‘s ‘To Pimp a Butterfly’ as major driving forces behind their continued success this year.

How?

Love for Hip-Hop below…

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