Earlier this week, fans of Alternative R&B riot Dawn Richard were introduced to a brand new song by the star named ‘Valkyrie’.

Today, she releases a brand new version of the powerful effort, featuring none other than the gem that is JoJo, and production from Noisecastle III.

In case you didn’t understand our obsession with the ‘Andre’ vocalist, press play on the audio below and find yourself being just as enamoured after the jump!

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Try as they may, The Kardashians’ tackiness knows no bounds.

Two months after family staple Kim Kardashian gave birth to her first child, North West, the much sought-after “first snap” of the youngster surfaced…on grandmother Kris Jenner‘s new talk show. Even more surprising is that it came courtesy of “fiercely private” father Kanye West.

 The 36-year-old’s sit-down with Jenner saw him dish on his love for his daughter as well as her mother.

Flip the hood to peep the picture and quotes….

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As Hollywood has highlighted many a time, “talented” and “troubled” often go hand-in-hand. Case, point, Chris Brown.

Easily one of this generation’s most dynamic stage blazers, controversy seems to engulf the 24-year-old at every turn. Indeed, from court appearances, to club fights, to love triangles played out for public consumption, drama is never far when it comes to the embattled star.

The latest episode in the never-ending saga came today…on Twitter…again.

See what we mean below…

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Hot on the heels of their blazing new single ‘Flatline’, reunited Brit-Pop belles Mutya Keisha Siobhan continue their comeback campaign with a stunning new shoot in the Evening Standard.

The trio, who to many will recall as the original line-up of the Sugababes, look lush in the retro-themed spread.

Flip the hood to see more of the ladies posing it up and be sure to pick up ‘Flatline’ when it hits iTunes on September 15th.

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Summer may be on its way out soon, but that doesn’t stop Swizz Beatz from bringing the heat with his brand new release, ‘Hands Up!’.

Arriving with Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz and Nicki Minaj, the feel good number screams ‘celebration’ and packs mean verses from all of its contributors- especially Minaj, who takes new aim at her ever struggling contemporaries.

Enjoy below!

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Missy Elliott. Lauryn Hill. Nicki Minaj.

Though other Female Rappers may have enjoyed fleeting moments of popularity during their prime, the three named above can not only boasting of long running popularity, but the cultural impact to back it up.

Indeed, whether one chooses to love her or hate her, Minaj’s impact on Rap and Pop culture’s serving of Urban music does stand as one of the most phenomenal yet underrated chapters in the industry’s story.

For, while she joins Rihanna and Beyonce to be hailed as one of three leading Black female artists both home and away, her polarising nature still leaves many unable to accept how remarkable her rise has been.

So, as to praise the ‘Still I Rise‘ performer at the BMI Urban Awards last night, her Rap sibling Trina shocked its audience with a moving tribute dedicated to her.

Watch below!

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Meet ‘The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete‘, the brand new movie set to hit theatres on October 11th!

Starring Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks and featuring original music from co-producer Alicia Keys, the movie is already anticipated to be one of the year’s strongest releases, teasing its moving story via a trailer now available to watch above!

Your thoughts?

Last month, we asked you to name a number of songs you felt were worthy of being named one of ‘the greatest songs of the last decade’.

From the list you provided, we put together a tally featuring the cuts that were named the most to create TGJ’s ‘The Greatest Song of the Decade Is…’ poll.

Now, with over 160,000 votes cast, the overwhelming response has seen us given no choice but to extend the poll for another month- giving you more time to take your favourite cut to the top!!

That’s right…up until September 23rd 2013, you can continue to vote for the songs listed here!

Weigh in below!

Busy Barrino!

Singer Fantasia continues to show that her hustle knows no bounds. Fresh from wrapping up a promotional tour for newest album ‘Side Effects Of You’ alongside Andrea Bocelli, the dynamo performer took front stage center at Steve Harvey‘s Neighbourhood Awards 2013. There, the Grammy winner rocked the house with fan favourites ‘When I See You’ and ‘It’s All Good’.

Watch the 29-year-old in action after the jump…

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We’re not sure about you guys, but everyone here at TGJ HQ will be spending their Sunday night at TGJ HQ tuned into the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

Of course, as it always the case with award ceremonies, it’s what goes on off stage that has most viewers tuned in, and that’s set to be no different with this ceremony, packing a seating arrangement sure to be more interesting than some of the night’s performances.

Find out why below…

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Christina Milian is back.

The ‘Dip It Low’ singer has spent much of the last few years weathering a number of personal and professional hurdles; indeed her dramatic relationship with The-Dream, countless record-labels, motherhood, and ultimate lack of new music have almost eradicated any memory of how we came to know the starlet the first place.

However, after recently announcing her departure from The Voice (where she served as Social Media Correspondent for four seaaons), the 31-year-old seems to have a chart return in her sights. Currently signed to Lil Wayne’s Young Money, the first taste of her new material surfaced today in the form of ‘Encore’.

Not to be confused as a single of sorts, the promo cut provides interesting insight into the direction of new Milian. Take a listen after the jump…

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It’s the uncomfortable subject matter many seek to avoid by any means possible.

We’re talking about race of course, and how society’s perception of certain races and the varying shades within them serve to support some, while creating a glass ceiling for others.

Now peep comments made by J.Cole to BET recently, which saw him speak openly- and pretty accurately- on race in America.

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