Weeks before she’s set to attend this year’s Grammy awards ceremony, ‘Beg For It‘ rapper Iggy Azalea has revealed that she is confused by the heat she is currently facing for performing what she has called “black music.”

Speaking to ‘Vanity Fair‘, the entertainer opened up when quizzed on claims that the criticism she was facing was misogynistic, comparing herself to the likes of Macklemore, Elvis Presley and the Rolling Stones.

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Tamar Braxton, as reported, will be unleashing her third studio album onto the masses this April.

Never one to rest on her laurels, the singer, reality star, and talk show host is already hard on the promo trail for the as yet untitled set – which follows 2013’s ‘Love & War’.

The 37-year old was tapped to open for Maze and Frankie Beverly in Atlanta recently and used to slot to perform new material from her project.

Watch her belt lead single ‘Let Me Know’ live below…

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Dawn Richard has become renown for pairing her projects with visuals that inspire debate. And the campaign for her new album ‘Blackheart’ is no different.

Due to dance into stores on January 15th, a new promo for the independent release was unleashed today and features the former Danity Kane diva sporting traditionally Muslim attire (a hijab and abaya).

We think she looks fierce…do you?

Your thoughts?

Nine songs have already been written for Lana Del Rey’s new album ‘Honeymoon‘ it has emerged today, penned by the star following the critical success scored by her last LP ‘Ultraviolence.‘

Baring all in a recent conversation with ‘Billboard‘, Rey revealed:

It’s very different from the last one and similar to the first two, Born to Die andParadise. I finished my last one [Ultraviolence] in March and released it in June and I had a follow-up idea. It’s growing into something I really like. I’m kind of enjoying sinking into this more noirish feel for this one. It’s been good.

A release date for the project is yet to be announced

Your thoughts?

Tonight brings with it the much-anticipated premiere of FOX’s new primetime show, ‘Empire’.

Produced by Lee Daniels and led by Oscar nominees Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson, the series is a musical drama aptly centered on the running of a family empire.

Armed with a strong supporting cast, which includes the likes of Naomi Campbell, Raven Symone, and Gabourey Sidibe, the show also benefits from the fact that hitmaker Timbaland signed on to create all of the music featured.

Having watched the first episode ahead of this evening’s debut, we’re super buzzed about what’s to come and here are five reasons why…

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‘The Cosby Show‘ star Phylicia Rashad has spoken out in defence of onscreen husband Bill Cosby this week, blasting those who claim to have been sexually assaulted by the star.

Her words below…

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After seeing her talents enlisted by the likes of pop divas Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, and Ariana Grande, today comes with reports that Iggy Azalea will now add another big name to her impressive list of guest appearances – Shakira.

As record buyers forgot about her eponymous 10th album, kicked off with the Rihanna-assisted single ‘Can’t Remember To Forget You,’ Shaki is piecing together its yet-titled follow-up with a little help from down under.

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Marky Mark junior  Justin Bieber strikes a revealing pose for strong>Calvin Klein’ this year, signing on to represent the company before the release of his fourth studio album.

Shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, the ‘I Would’ performer stripped down to his Calvin’s for a shoot inspired by Mark Wahlbergh’s & Kate Moss‘ iconic shoot for the company released in 1992.

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After Jennifer Lopez is said to have declined the offer, ‘Emotions‘ singer Mariah Carey is said to be close to be finalising a deal that’ll see her launch a Las Vegas residency this year.

Wants details on Mimi’s major new move?

You know what to do…

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After selling out venues across the globe, Drake is to headline this year’s ‘Coachella’ festival this spring!

Announced today, his headlining spot at the music event will see him close the three-day affair which will be held in Indio, Calif. over two weekends on April 10-12 and April 17-19.

Full story and lineup below…

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Timbaland has enjoyed epic success over the course of his illustrious career, as such it’s fitting that the seasoned hit vendor has signed a lucrative new deal with L.A Reid’s Epic Records.

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Keyshia Cole‘s new album may have come and gone like a thief in the night (who forgot to steal anyone’s interest), but still the R&B belle is soldiering on.

Today saw the singer unwrap the videos for ‘Point Of No Return’ tracks ‘New Nu’ and ‘Do That For (B.A.B)’.

Peep both clips after the jump…

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