When did it become a crime to call someone out for not writing their own rhymes?

As she prepares for to relaunch her debut album ‘The New Classic‘, the machine built to turn Iggy Azalea into a superstar has been thrown under a microscope by rapper Rah Digga this week…and what she she claims to have found was anything but ‘Fancy‘.

Her problem with Azalea’s arrival onto Hip Hop’s scene? Her supposed positioning as a Hip-Hop act without-according to Digga- being very Hip Hop at all.

Press play to catch her estimation of Iggy and her ‘Universal’ sis Nicki Minaj after the jump!

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It may feature a line-up of Hip Hop and R&B’s more recognisable faces, but it would seem ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’ has a long way to go before it can even think of competing with its Southern sister ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’, after failing to match or better ratings scored by the series.

Who, what, where and why?

Facts and figures after the jump.

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It was always on the horizon, but it’s finally come to fruition.

JLS‘ front-man Aston Merrygold has announced that he’s penned a lucrative new solo deal.

Details below…

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Before its July 1st 2015 unveiling,‘Magic Mike XXL’ has welcomed actress Jada Pinkett Smith to its cast, placing her alongside a line-up made up of Channing Tatum, Alex Pettyfer and ‘True Blood’ actor Joe Manganiello.

How her role in the project was announced?

All the details after the jump…

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Seven years removed from the birth of Keyshia Cole‘s ‘Remember‘ comes ‘Remember (Part 2)’, an emotive number found on her forthcoming album ‘Point of no Return.’

Due out on October 7th, the album lifts the veil of the singer’s recent separation from husband Daniel Gibson, telling the story of a loyal wife forced to put her life back together with one hand while raising her son with other.

Join Keyshia on her journey with ‘Remember’, below…

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October 8th is the date.

TV One‘s freshman series ‘Hollywood Divas’ debuts on the said date and look set to serve up ample drama.

Unlike other “Divas” franchises, the show will not focus on music and will instead spotlight actresses in the Urban Hollywood arena as they navigate their way through various trials and triumphs.

As reported, the ladies that have signed up to the series (which is produced by Kandi Burruss’ husband Todd Tucker) are Countess Vaughn (‘The Parkers’), Golden Brooks (‘Girlfriends’), Elise Neal (‘The Hughleys’), Lisa Wu Hartwell (‘The Real Housewives’), and Paula Jai (‘Hustle & Flow’).

Check out the new sneak peek below…

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As the age-old adage goes, sometimes the best meals take the longest to cook.

It’s a memo Luke James must be well-versed with.

Today ushers in the release of the R&B crooner’s long-awaited debut album – which he’s steadily been introducing to the masses since 2011.

The New Orleans native – who was handpicked by Beyonce to open on her ‘Mrs Carter Show’ tour – possess a voice and commitment to craft that we feel is best relay-able as “Modern Motown” – in that it’s rich, emotive, and resonating.

For us, each of these characteristics serve as the foundation of the LP which, upon release today, has been earning praise from critics the world over. And with deserving reason too – the album is stellar and, from our vantage point, could and should be in contention for Grammy’s come next year.

We have our copy, but are eager to know if you have yours yet?!

Click here to buy ‘Luke James’!

Your thoughts?

Many a rapper may claim to make beaucoup bucks in their material, but very few can say they earn enough each year to catch the attention of business magazine ‘Forbes.’

Unimpressed by the smoke’n’mirrors some lyricists hide behind when the topic of money is brought up, the publication has released their ‘Cash Kings 2014‘ list, which reveals the names of Hip-Hop’s highest earning entertainers!

For a full break down of everyone’s earning click here. For the list itself?

Hit the link below!

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Janet Jackson has made it routine to duck and dive the spotlight when between projects. Yet, with a whopping six years having passed since the Pop queen released her last studio album, anticipation currently sits at fever pitch (and rising).

The singer’s current buzz has intensified in recent months following reports that she’s gearing up to unleash a new album in November.

Now, after teasing at a collaboration with the star last month, Balmain‘s creative force Olivier Rousteing  is again touting a Jackson-related surprise.

See what we mean below…

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Keyshia Cole has been making headlines for anything but her music of late. However, the R&B star is hoping to keep the focus on what really matters with the release of her new album ‘Point Of No Return’.

Due on October 7th, the set serves as the singer’s sixth studio effort and is preceded by a slew of singles including ‘She’, ‘Rick James’, and ‘Next Time’. It’s also set to be supported by Cole’s upcoming new BET reality show.

Find out which other tracks (and guests) feature on the LP below..

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With Christina Aguilera reportedly readying a grittier, Hip-Hop skewed LP, one has to wonder whether the chart-topping chanteuse was scoping out new sounds at Drake and Lil Wayne‘s concert last night.

The diva – who gave birth to baby Summer Rain four weeks ago, was snapped enjoying the Los Angeles stop of the tour with fiance Matt Rutler, her choreographer Jeri Slaughter, and friends.

Randomness perhaps, but are we the only ones who’d love to see Xtina team up with Drakey? If indeed, she is leaning towards a more throwback sound, Drizzy is skillfully versatile and could lend  his talents to her newest offerings in a compelling way. Just thinking out aloud.

Peep another fun pic below…

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It’s here!

Kendrick Lamar‘s hotly anticipated new single ‘i’ landed seconds ago.

The track serves as the lead release from the Hip-Hop titan’s eagerly awaited sophomore album.

Does it deliver? You be the judge below…

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