“Don’t abandon Pop music.”

The above, as fans of Rap queen Nicki Minaj will already know, is the advice oft given to the star by radio personality Charlamagne Tha God, a long-time critic/supporter of her material.

Now, in a conversation with DJ Vlad of ‘VLAD TV’, the tastemaker ‘broke down’ his reasons for begging the lyricist not to bid adieu to cuts of the Pop persuasion, urging her to ignore the “silent majority” seeking to stifle her versatility.

Peep his explanation below…

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As to give it a farewell befitting of its legacy, the ‘Roseland Ballroom’ invited Lady GaGa to begin a short residency at the venue, standing as the last ever performer to grace its iconic stage.

There, for the very first time, the star performed her new single ‘G.U.Y‘, rocking her audience with ‘Love Game/Paparazzi’ inspired choreography, giving us no choice but to kick ourselves for not picking up tickets for her sold out world tour!

Why those did purchase tickets are in for a treat?

Find out below…

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In the mood for a new ‘Drunk in Love’ cover?

If so, step right up and meet Kesha‘s take on the Beyonce smash, uploaded to her personal ‘Instagram’ page this morning.

Performing the number alongside her pals, her fun-filled take on the number comes after its sales crossed the US 1 million mark, and after the icon wrapped her latest world tour in Europe.

So, did Kesha do ‘Love’ any justice?

Check her out below!

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CeeLo Green lends his voice to Dj Felli Fel‘s latest number this week, joining Pitbull and Juicy J to complete ‘Have Some Fun.’

Sure to fill many a dance-floor in the days to follow this one, the number dropped yesterday evening and now awaits your first listen below.

In need of a pick-me-up?

Get into it below!

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Yesterday, fans of hit VH1 series ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ learned that cast member Benzino was in a critical condition after being shot at his mother’s funeral, weeks before the show returns to US screens.

Today, fresh-and undeniably shocking-details have emerged from the murder attempt, shedding light on the incident and the entertainer’s current medical state.

Read below…

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Fans are still up-in-arms over reports that Aaron McGruder – executive producer and creator of Adult Swim’s cult classic animation “The Boondocks“ – was not a part of the creative process for its long-awaited season 4 return (April 21).

Returning from a lengthy hiatus, news of the show’s reboot was greeted with approval from fans who were curious to know how McGruder would develop the characters for a new season.  However, according to our friends at The Root, Adult Swim shared a statement saying:

“This season was produced without the involvement of Aaron McGruder, when a mutually agreeable production schedule could not be determined.​”

McGruder took to Facebook to share his thoughts on leaving the characters he created over 20 years ago. His words below…

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After a brief spell out of the spotlight, soulful songbird Jazmine Sullivan resurfaced in London last night.

The ‘Lions, Tigers, & Bears’ belter – who is gearing up to play a sell-out show at the UK’s KoKo this evening – was snapped at the capital’s most revered Nigerian eatery 805 Restaurant along with her team.

Sullivan, who has been working in earnest on her third studio album, is reportedly gearing up to unleash the set later this year. The as-yet-untitled collection follows 2010’s ‘Love Me Back’, the critically acclaimed LP that spawned gems such as ‘Holding You Down’ and ‘Don’t Make Me Wait’.

Needless to say, salivating at the prospect of what she’s been cooking up!

In the meantime, peep more pics of Jazmine at the Elegance hosted dinner after the jump…

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Weeks before it returns for a third season, VH1‘s ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ has been dealt a shocking hand this evening, after one of its leading cast members was shot multiple times in the city of Boston hours ago.

Details below…

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With Monday rapidly approaching, so too is the debut of Rita Ora‘s video for new single ‘I Will Never Let You Down’.

Produced by boyfriend Calvin Harris, the cut is the first to be lifted from the 23-year-old’s upcoming sophomore album – which is being touted as one of Roc Nation’s biggest priorities this year.

Already teased in earnest, Ora keeps the previews coming with another sneak peek.

Check it out after the jump…

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For many, Beyonce‘s latest tour ‘The Mrs. Carter Show’ stands as her best yet.

As such, it’s little surprise that the trek’s Creative Director, Frank Gatson, is even more sought after than before.

While still an integral component of Team Bey, the iconic choreographer is gearing up to lend his talents to one of Las Vegas’ most visited shows – ‘Jubilee!’.

Details after the jump…

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As Rihanna continues work on her forthcoming studio set, Lady GaGa continued to promote her own this week when she stopped by KTU 103.5 FM to push the Pop piece, ‘ARTPOP.’

While there, the Beyonce collaborator found herself quizzed on a number of hot topics currently surrounding her brand.

Put to her tactfully, the show’s hosts “went there” by asking her about her ‘Born this Way Foundation’, currently under fire for its alleged mishandling of funds, as well asking her to explain the meaning behind her brand new single ‘G.U.Y.’

How inflated numbers, her forthcoming tour and ‘power bottoms’ came into the equation?

Watch below…

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One year removed from his audience-pulling stint on ‘America’s Next Top Model’, rapper Don Benjamin continues to win the support of many a Hip Hop head this month, with the release of his new number…‘Gold.’

Featuring ‘Empty Words’ writer Nikki Flores, the effort sees Benjamin’s verse shine just as brightly as its infectious hook, packing lines that see him stray away from his genre’s cliches and dig deeper to unleash lyrics that are inspiring, to say the least.

Listen below…

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