As we reported here, The Weeknd took to Instagram Wednesday (May 20) to reveal his highly anticipated ‘After Hours World Tour’ had been postponed to next year due to the ongoing global health crisis.

Initially scheduled for a June 11 launch in his native Canada, the global jaunt was set to touch down in Toronto, Miami, Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, London, Amsterdam, and more before closing in Paris on November 12.

Now, just moments after providing the scheduling update, his official web site not only lists the new dates but also confirms he’s planning to add EVEN MORE stops to the already jam-packed itinerary.

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May 26 marks the season 4 kick off of NBC’s top-rated reality dance competition, ‘World of Dance.’

Calling on world-class movers and shakers to duke it out on the floor for a $1 million prize and title of ‘best dancer in the world,’ look below for the first look at round 4 of Ne-Yo, Jennifer Lopez, and Derek Hough‘s search for the ultimate dance champions.

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Kandi Burruss is renowned for having her hands in many a venture and, for her latest she’s bringing it back to the music.

The ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ star has paired up with Todrick Hall for new single ‘Used To Love Me.’

Beyond her beginnings in Xscape, Kandi is well-known for her versatile pen-game – having crafted hits for the likes of Destiny’s Child, TLC, and NSYNC.

She taps into said versatility on this hard-hitting dance-floor jam, which is somewhat fresh terrain for her as an artist.

Take a listen to ‘Used To’ – which also features Precious – below…

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Kehlani fans apparently couldn’t wait to get their hands on her sophomore album, ‘It Was Good Until It Wasn’t.’

The follow-up to 2017’s ‘SweetSexySavage,’ the May 8 released set – preceded by critically acclaimed singles ‘Everybody Business,’ ‘Toxic,’ and ‘FM&U’ – is a 15-track LP that boasts an impressive list of guest stars including Tory Lanez, Jhené Aiko, James Blake, Lucky Daye, and more.

After zooming to #1 on real-time iTunes sales tallies just hours after its unveiling (as we reported here), industry analysts predicted the project would shift 60,000-65,000 units by the end of its inaugural tracking week.  Now, reports indicate they were under count by a considerable sum.

Look inside to see ‘It Was Good Until It Wasn’t’s final first week figures.

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After months of murmurs, Meagan Good is looking to silence critics who have long accused her of skin bleaching – a tactic of using creams or surgical procedures to lighten one’s complexion.

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Megan Thee Stallion has already raced to the top of charts with hits like ‘Savage’ and ‘Hot Girl Summer,’ but now the music industry’s leading hot girl is bringing her signature sizzle to the small screen courtesy of the forthcoming HBO Max venture, ‘Legendary.’

An unscripted ballroom reality show, the series follows competing vogue teams showcasing their moves and fashion for a panel of judges including Law Roach, ballroom legend Leiomy Maldonado, Jameela Jamil, and Megan Thee Stallion.

Executive produced by David Collins, Rob Eric and Michael Williams alongside Scout Productions, look inside for the first look trailer at the high octane dance action:

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6ix9ine hasn’t been out of jail two months, yet in that short time he’s managed to add a number of new names to his list of detractors including Snoop Dogg (as we reported here), Justin Bieber, and Ariana Grande.

The latter took to Instagram Monday (May 18) to lend a lengthy clap back at claims of cheating he wielded suggesting that she and her ‘Stuck With U’ co-star Justin Bieber manipulated the charts to get their tune to #1 over his (read more about that by clicking here).

Around the time Bieber and his manager, Scooter Braun, were following up with even more stinging remarks (as we reported here), the ‘GOOBA’ star took to social media to offer Grande an apology:

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Nene Leakes gifted Kandi Burruss quite the birthday gift — shade.

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Today brings with it the 54th birthday of Pop queen Janet Jackson!

Boasting an illustrious career that spans over four decades, the Rock and Roll Hall Of Famer has etched her name into the fabric of music history with classics such as ‘Rhythm Nation,’ ‘Nasty,’ and ‘All For You.’

But on a momentous day like this (and while she readies new album ‘Black Diamond’), we see no better time than the present to celebrate some of Miss Jackson’s lesser known jams.

Join us after the jump…

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As we reported here, Country superstar Kenny Chesney ended Drake‘s decade-long Billboard 200 #1 streak when his latest album bested the Canadian hitmaker’s ‘Dark Lane Demo Tapes’ for the tally’s top spot this week.

The narrow win earned a unanimous thumbs down from the rapper’s (born Aubrey Graham) devoted fans as they called out the fact Chesney’s victory was aided by ticket bundling – the act of combining a tour’s ticket sales with album giveaways to pad sales figures.  An issue earning Billboard criticism recently, fans are wondering how the tactic is allowed when most tours are temporarily on hold due to the global health crisis.

Now, the ‘Here & Now’ singer is back in the bad graces of Graham’s supporters as he’s announced the year-long postponement of the very ‘Chillaxification’ used to get him the top spot.

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King of Pop Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, and Beyoncé are just a few of the multi-Platinum selling artists who have soared to the top of charts on the wings of production from Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins.

With hits spanning over two decades, the GRAMMY-winning producer boasts a collection of RIAA certification plaques that knows few rivals.

Yet, despite having amassed accolades and peer recognition beyond measure over his storied career, the 42-year-old operates with a hunger and tenacity akin to that of an industry newcomer – a trait he recently told That Grape Juice is among the many that keep him humble.

In addition to dishing exclusively about his new single ‘Come Together’ – an amalgamation of some of Gospel music’s biggest names (i.e. Fred Hammond, Karen Clark Sheard, Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Marvin Sapp, and more) – Jerkins waxed honest on his love for longtime collaborator Brandy, the VERZUZ battle franchise, and so much more.

See the “must read” interview inside:

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Not even 12 hours after its official release, Katy Perry‘s new song – ‘Daisies’ – has reached the summit of real-time iTunes sales chart.

A warm welcome for The Monster & Strangerz-produced cut (which was picked to be the official lead single from her yet-titled fifth studio album), the status on iTunes USA mirrors the song’s international success as it – as of time reported – has topped the same tally of over 20 countries worldwide including France, Greece, Brazil, United Kingdom, and more.

Hot on the promo trail this week in its support, the diva’s latest stop was accompanied by the unveiling of ‘Daisies’ first live performance.  Look inside to see how she fared at Amazon Live!

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