Hailed as one of the most influential African American acts to grace Pop culture, Brandy‘s impact on music and the world at large has seen transcend levels set or met by many of her closest contemporaries.

Indeed, before the arrival of Beyonce or the wise workings of Olivia Pope on ABC’s ‘Scandal’ was Brandy, one of the only women of colour to lead a US prime time television show at just 17 years old. This, achieved as she joined Mary J.Blige, TLC and Aaliyah at the forefront of R&B and its Pop chart domination.

With all this in mind, it only makes sense that the icon be celebrated for her contributions to the field of entertainment, as she enjoys her 20th year within the field.

How she was celebrated?

Moving footage below…

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As the latest Pop belle to join the genre’s ever changing line up, Ariana Grande has found herself on the receiving end of love from ‘Ur So Gay’ singer Katy Perry, who has named her ‘the best female Pop vocal in Pop music today’.

Peep Perry’s point of view below…

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Britney Spears’ roaring new single ‘Work B*tch’ commanded “if you want a hot body, you better work b*tch.”  Now, if debaters are to be believed, the only b–ch working in that sentence is clearly a digital retoucher.

For, just two years after inciting a backlash from news of using a body double in a music video, the pop princess – who many thought was “returning to form” via her latest dance-heavy video – has now been blasted for extensive use of digital enhancements.

A fairly common practice in the industry, yes, but is it fair for Spears to receive so much flack?  You weigh in below:

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With Beyonce‘s new single reportedly touching down on December 3rd, Pop Princess Rihanna tries her luck this quarter with the release of her brand new single, ‘What Now’.

Today, in a bid to push interest towards the number, she unlocked its official artwork via her personal Instagram page!

What it looks like?

Find out below…

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As the X Factor UK watches its Season 10 winner James Arthur head to international acclaim, his one time rival Ella Henderson whips up a buzz of her very own today, releasing a phenomenal cover of Drake‘s Platinum single ‘Hold On, We’re Going Home.’

Featuring a dash of John Newman‘s ‘Love Me Again’, the cover comes as the star readies the release of her Salaam Remi assisted debut album, featuring the budding smash ‘Five Tattoos’.

Check her out below!

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With a group as successful and illustrious as TLC, it’s a given that their “story” is equally as fascinating.

Surviving members T-Boz and Chilli are currently hot on the promotional trail for their VH1 biopic ‘Crazy, Sexy, Cool: The TLC Story’, which premieres Monday October 21st at 9pm.

Having sat down for a fairly PC chat on Good Morning America earlier this week, the group’s latest stop – on Power 105.1‘s The Breakfast Club – saw them quite literally spill all.

The super candid interview saw the duo discuss not just the movie, but their careers in riveting detail. We could harp on about much of a must-see this is, but why not watch for yourself. It’s stellar.

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‘X’ may mark the spot. Just not now.

Chris Brown‘s ever-moving new album has been handed yet another release date.

Details after the jump…

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After a short spell away from the spotlight, Christina Aguilera is back and on the promo trail.

As recently reported, the powerhouse Pop diva stopped by The Queen Latifah Show this week to chat about the latest season of NBC smash ‘The Voice’, motherhood, and her philanthropic efforts.

 Watch the full interview below…

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 Is ‘Creole’ singer Beyonce readying the release of a new single this December?

Well, if an article published by Colin Myer‘s New York Daily News is anything to go  by, the answer to that question is simply…yes.

Full story below…

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Missed last night’s 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards? Not to worry, we’ve got you covered.

For, waiting for you below is the Cypher all of the show’s audience/attendees were waiting for upon its take off. The Cypher, that saw ‘Poetic Justice’ hit maker Kendrick Lamar take aim at ‘Make Me Proud‘ chart topper Drake.

Why the pair are unlikely to exchanging Christmas cards this holiday season?

Press play below…

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India Arie shares nothing but peace,love and harmony today- sharing the uplifting clip for her new single ‘Just Do You’!

Now the second single to be pulled from her new album ‘Songversation’, the clip is the ultimate feel good piece, seeing India ditch her corporate job and enjoy all her day had to offer with people from all walks of life.

Start your day with her below…

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Much to the delight of many a Hip Hop enthusiast, last night brought with it the 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards– celebrating all the genre had to offer and the acts behind those offerings.

Now peep Rap icon Lil Kim and her ever present shadow Tiffany Foxx rock this year’s Cypher with freestyles many of the former’s fan base have fallen head over heels in love with.

Check ’em out below!

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