Kelly Clarkson is the queen of vocals, but now she is also the queen of surprises.

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‘Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta’ is renowned for delivering memorable moments. However, the latest drama on the show sparked national discourse about racism and colorism.

As reported, Erica Mena was fired from the show after scenes aired of her labeled Spice a “monkey” and stressed that she wished the Jamaican-born performer died following her widely publicized health scare.

In response to and recognition of the debate the incident has ignited, MTV has aired a special named ‘Love & Hip-Hop: Racism, Colorism, and the Uncomfortable Truth.’

An assembly of the show’s core cast – including Spice, Scrappy, Yandy, Yung Joc, and Sierra – sat down with expert Dr. Sarah L. Webb, founder and owner of Colorism Healing. for an open discussion about the situation.

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BTS member Jungkook is readying a new single and he is bringing along Jack Harlow for the ride.

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Lola Brooke is taking it back to the 90’s with her latest release, ‘You.’

Assisted by GRAMMY-nominated rapper-singer Bryson Tiller, the sizzling cut – boasting a prominent sample of Foxy Brown‘s 1996 hit ‘Get Me Home‘ (which itself is based on Eugene Wilde‘s 1984 single ‘Gotta Get You Home Tonight‘) – sees its performers exchange lyrics about starting a summer fling.

“Ha, huh, I’m yours for the summer (Hey), Wanna drink until we drunk? I’m choosin’ you, baby/ Things I wanna do to you, baby, You say he crazy so I gotta take a risk on you (Hey)/ Like why would I lie when I’m tryna put this on you (Yeah) baby,” Bryson sings on the Khristopher Riddick-Tynes & LilJu-produced bop.

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A modernized take on the classic game show ‘Hollywood Squares’ has landed at VH1 courtesy of the Kevin Hart-produced ‘Celebrity Squares.’

Focused on Black Pop culture and related trivia, comedian D.C. Young Fly has signed on to host the show’s inaugural season.

Much like ‘Hollywood,’ ‘Celebrity’ will see two contestants challenged to a game of Tic-Tac-Toe as they take home cash and various prizes along the way with the help of some of the biggest names in entertainment.

Among those names are reality diva NeNe Leakes, legendary singer-songwriters Babyface, Tamar Braxton, Bobby Brown, and Kirk Franklin, veteran actors Tiffany Haddish, Taye Diggs, Tisha Campbell, and many more.

Ahead of the show’s premiere on October 17, hop inside to see the hilarious trailer.

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Usher is set to blaze the grandest stage of them all when he headlines the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show 2024.

And while the superstar has promised to deliver a spectacle to remember, he’s simultaneously plotting his moves beyond that.

Because, per a new report, Usher is heading out on the road.

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Over the Recording Industry Association of America’s 70-year history only 43 acts can boast having earned 30 or more Gold records for singles. The certification threshold denotes sales equivalence of 500,000 in the United States.

On that exclusive list less than one-fifth are women – a tally that was upped by three entrants thanks to the most recent certifications of chart-topping divas SZA, Summer Walker, and Ariana Grande.

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Although Doechii is still riding the wave of success of her breakthrough single ‘What It Is (Block Boy),’ she is not resting on her laurels.

Having released two follow-up singles (‘Booty Drop‘ and ‘Pacer‘) since the Kodak Black-assisted tune became her inaugural Hot 100 top 40 hit, the eccentric rapstress (born Jaylah Hickmon) is giving the former particular attention as it’s gained buzz on social media outlets.

Just days after dropping its official music video, ‘Booty’ got the live treatment via energetic shows at VEVO Stdio and Genius’ ‘Open Mic‘ respectively.

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Olivia Rodrigo is gearing up to spill the content of ‘GUTS,’ her chart-topping sophomore album, on the live circuit courtesy of a like-titled world tour.

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Usher sent the newswire into a frenzy over the weekend when he announced that he’ll be headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show 2024.

And the Diamond-selling R&B icon isn’t wasting any time hitting the promotional circuit.

Despite being stationed in France for his mega-selling Parisian residency, the performer called into both The Breakfast Club and CBS Mornings to dish on getting the coveted Halftime gig.

During the candid chats, Usher opened up about how inspired he is by the headliners that have preceded him like Michael Jackson, Prince, and Beyonce.

Of his own showing, the veteran said “I want to make it the best performance” ever.

Ush also spilled on his forthcoming album, ‘Coming Home.’

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Doja Cat has unleashed ‘Scarlet’ – her fourth album.

Led by the chart-topping ‘Paint The Town Red’ the album sees Doja flexing her nine lives with some of most personal tracks.

That Grape Juice has been spinning the LP since its release. Join us below to find out which five tracks are essential on ‘Scarlet.’

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Leigh-Anne Pinnock earned praise aplenty when lit up screens with her new video ‘My Love.’

And now she’s taking the masses behind the scenes of the Meji Alabi-lensed visual.

Filmed in Lagos, Nigeria, the vibrant video sees Pinnock showcase her solo gravitas in earnest.

Armed with ample charisma, the Little Mix alum dances up a storm with intricate choreography and sass aplenty.

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