With a mullet-inspired mane in tow, Teyana Taylor is high fashion personified aboard the latest issue of ‘i-D’ magazine, due on stands later this month.

In a scorching black-and-white session lensed by Mario Sorrenti alongside Carlos Nazario as fashion director, the singer-actress – who is celebrating the long-awaited release of her junior LP ‘The Album’ (click here to stream) – took to the mag to discuss everything from music to motherhood and more.

Speaking to ‘i-D’ about her new star-studded LP, Taylor said:

“I went from a girl to a woman, to a mom, to a wife. I literally just recorded that journey. I always wanted to be an artist that really felt what I was singing, which is the reason why I work off of emotion,” she stated. “If it’s not something I’m going through at the time, then it has to be something that I went through before.”

Look inside to see some of the sizzling snaps and read more excerpts from the associated interview.

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As we reported here, NBC’s reality songwriting competition ‘Songland’ saw R&B veteran Usher join as guest celebrity judge and select the song, ‘California’ (originally titled ‘Staying Over’), to record.

Penned by prized singer-songwriter Ryan Tedder, the single version of the tune features Golden State native Tyga.  However, upon unleashing its accompanying music video, the ‘Nice & Slow’ singer is doing things nice and solo.

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Marques Houston saw his name atop atop the trending topics tally earlier this week thanks to Twitter sleuths who laid out a timeline of his dating history with 19-year-old fianceé, Miya.

Deducing (based on the evidence presented) the two began dating before her 18th birthday, the chatter around the betrothed blasted to viral levels – with some even using the findings to validate B2K star Raz B‘s once-shunned reports of sexual abuse at the hands of Houston and manager Chris Stokes.

Once the hoopla landed on the desk of the 38-year-old Houston, he took to Instagram to detail his love story with the teenager.

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A documentary created to lift the lid on Russell Simmons‘ alleged abuse of women and girls is dominating discussion on social media.

Twitter’s response to ‘On the Record’ below….

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Is Keisha Lance Bottoms the next Vice President of the United States?

Find out why many experts in the political realm believe she may be below…

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As one of the only A List musicians to debut during the advent of social media, Nicki Minaj has had the surreal privilege of watching her fans grow up in real time online.

In 2019, one of these fans- a teen who went by the name Nas Maraj– used his position as a leading member of her fan base to become the ubiquitous Lil Nas X.

Alas, as his breakout tune ‘Old Town Road’ ruled the charts, a great deal of effort was made to erase his digital history with hopes doing would so erase Minaj’s impact on his life and career.

Today, the pair have put the past behind them.

Find out what happened when Minaj spotted his request for a collaboration on Twitter below…

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Misha B has been a fixture in the headlines of late after speaking up and out about the harrowing racial bias she says she experienced during her tenure on The X Factor UK. 

As reported, the talented songbird shared how her wings were clipped after being labelled a “bully” on live television by judges Tulisa Contostavlos and Louis Walsh. A move fellow judge Gary Barlow shockingly revealed was encouraged by producers.

Having revealed that the dramas in front of the camera and behind it left her feeling suicidal, the show has issued a response.

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Over a year after announcing her latest album was finished, the follow-up to 2016’s ‘Charlene,’ R&B soulstress Tweet has been steadily teasing buzz tracks over the last few weeks to culminate to the release of new song, ‘I Admit It.’

While admitting ‘Admit’ is ‘not an official single,’ the Charlie Bereal-produced tune is just a way to hold fans over until her official LP is ready to launch.

“You’re not the guy, the one I dreamed of / I can tell ’cause I only give just enough / Say what I had to to save your feelings / But I don’t want to lie to you anymore,” she sings. “So I’ll just close the door and leave you alone / Please forgive me, I admit I’m wrong / I admit I’m wrong.” 

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Monday’s episode of NBC’s reality songwriting competition ‘Songland’ saw R&B veteran Usher join as guest celebrity judge (June 15). A prized singer-songwriter himself, the GRAMMY winner sung the show’s praises ahead of choosing the song he wanted the record.

“This show is a necessity. People really don’t understand what we have to go through in creating a song. I love that it teaches people that there’s a process,” said the ‘Yeah’ singer. “What do I typically look for in a song? I think versatility makes a great song. I think you have to take people on a journey.”

The “journey” referenced in his quote must have taken him straight to the Sunshine State as one songwriter, Ryan Tedder, saw his song ‘Staying Over’ revamped by Ush and retitled to ‘California.’

Tapping GRAMMY-nominated Cali native Tyga to assist, listen inside for the latest from Mr. Raymond:

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“Sorry if she feels that situation was racially motivated…”

Those were the words uttered by UK singer Tulisa, who is feeling the heat after former contestant Misha B named her as one of the key protagonists in what she felt was a racially charged shakedown on live TV.

As reported, Misha was branded a “bully” on an episode of The X Factor – with no tangible evidence to support. The comments, which were made by Tulisa and fellow judge Louis Walsh, dealt devastating damage to the hopeful’s chances on the show – as the stereotype is one the media took and ran with.

With the global dialogue about racism gaining volume, Misha shared her story in an impassioned video. During which she unpacked the racially coded attacks she experienced behind the scenes and revealed that she was left feeling suicidal and with PTSD.

Now, after the premeditated nature of the pile-on was confirmed by judge Gary Barlow, Tulisa is speaking up.

In a move many have deemed tone-deaf, the 31-year-old half-steps an apology, only to stand by the “bully” allegations. She then draws on the “I have black friends, family, and culture” trope.

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UK singer Misha B made headlines last night when she opened up about the racial bias she says she experienced during her tenure on The X Factor. 

The Manchester born songbird was a hot favourite to win the then-popular show, however she saw her wings clipped after being branded a “bully” and other terms historically and unfairly attached to Black women.

In an hour-long Instagram video, she unpacked the various racial stereotypes employed to dim her star – both in front and behind the glare of the cameras.

An experience she says left her feeling suicidal and with PTSD that she still battles with today.

Many were shocked, but someone who won’t be surprised is British Pop royal Gary Barlow – who served as a judge on the 2011 series.

The Take That frontman and Misha’s mentor Kelly Rowland defended her vigorously against the claims uttered by Tulisa Contostavlos – whose merit to even judge the talent of others was always a source of confusion to many.

In his recent memoir ‘A Better Me,’ Barlow opened up about the culture behind the scenes of the show – specifically recounting “bully-gate” and how it came to be.

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When not blazing stages with high octane dance moves and bedroom ready slow jams, Teyana Taylor‘s being regarded as one of her generation’s leading fashion icons.

As she’s no stranger to dropping jaws over her stunning wardrobes and the ripped figure under them, the singer-actress making a foray into the fashion and beauty industry should come as little surprise.

Yet, she was still able to send fans into a frenzy just moments ago when she officially announced the MAC x Teyana Taylor campaign – her July 2020-due partnership with the cosmetics giants.

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