Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate some of TV and Film’s forgotten gems.

Only right then, days after Thanksgiving, that we give thanks for ‘Burning an Illusion’…a  movie many consider to be one of the greatest British movies ever created.

The release is the second British feature film to be made by a black director and is celebrated for its decision to place a black woman at the centre of its story. Groundbreaking for a movie launched in 1981.

Love ‘The Imitation of Life‘?

Have a great deal of respect for Beyonce’s ‘Lemonade’?

‘Illusion’ awaits below…

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Aaliyah has indisputably become an icon in the time since her tragic passing, aged just 22.

And she’s done so against the odds.

Because, in a wholly puzzling move, much of her music has been held off digital retail and streaming services.

Indeed, as at writing, only Aaliyah’s 1994 debut album ‘Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number’ is available. While a scant number of single tracks have been scattered across compilations.

It’s a reality that’s seen many fans rely on ever-rare physicals, YouTube, and bootlegs to bask in the brilliance of the late, great superstar.

Well, it finally seems as though the hustle and bustle attached to listening to Aaliyah is coming to an end. And for exciting reason too. Because her full discography will reportedly be heading to all streaming services within a mere matter of months.

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Stormzy has announced a mammoth tour for what’s shaping up to be a mammoth second album.

The British-Ghanian rapper is gearing up for the December 13th release of ‘Heavy Is The Head’ and is pairing the LP with a live concert trek that defines global.

Set to kick off in February, the ‘H.I.T.H World Tour’ will see the MC rock stages across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America.

The venture, which will keep him on the road for much of 2020, comes after an internationally hailed headline performance at this year’s Glastobury and a slew of #1’s – including ‘Vossi Bop.’

Check out dates and details below…

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Now that the world knows that B2K’s Lil Fizz is in a romantic relationship with the mother of Omarion‘s child there are fears that the group will never reunite.

However, if new interviews given by group member Raz B are anything to go by, all may not be lost.

Full story below…

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Lizzo and Megan Thee Stallion are easily two of 2019’s most talked about breakout stars.  As such, it only seems fitting they’d combine their powers to really give fans something to talk about.

Calls for collaboration rose quickly after the two uploaded the first of multiple videos and photos to social media of them together depicted as real “gal pals.”  Their undeniable chemistry led fans and interviewers alike to question when and if they would ever join forces on a track.

Stallion, on hand at the 47th annual American Music Awards on Sunday (November 24), put the murmurs to rest when she confirmed her highly anticipated debut studio album will feature contributions from the ‘Truth Hurts’ beauty.

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T.I’s efforts to explain why he asked his daughter to undergo intrusive tests to prove that she is still a virgin have been slammed…universally.

The rapper took Jada Pinkett Smith‘s ‘Red Table Talk’ with hopes doing so would silence the criticism he is facing from those who say his interest in his daughter’s personal life is unsettling.

Waiting below?

Condemnation from all corners of the world of entertainment.

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Check out Normani!

The ‘Motivation’ maven covers the newest issue of Cosmopolitan magazine.

Arriving as she continues work on her debut solo album, the feature sees the 23-year-old slay a spread lensed by Ellen Von Unwerth and open up about her journey, music plans, her Blackness, and the ringing endorsement she’s received from both Beyonce and Jay-Z. 

Head below for pics and quotes….

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Summer Walker didn’t quite bring the heat to Toronto last night.

For, a lengthy delay to her show saw fans flood social media in anger – with some even claiming to be suffering from frostbite after waiting in the snow waiting to get in.

Full story below…

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T.I. is hoping to salvage his public image after he revealed that he forces his daughter to undergo intrusive medical examinations to prove that she is still a virgin.

Today, he and his wife Tiny (of the group XScape) have taken to Jada Pinkett Smith‘s ‘Red Table Talk’ with hopes the explanation they conjured up would silence the criticism they have been facing.

Will it work on you?

Find out below…

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Joycelyn Savage is eager to ensure that she doesn’t go down with the sinking ship that is R. Kelly‘s life and is selling his dirty secrets to punish him for the way he treated her and the children he is accused of molesting.

Disturbing allegations below…

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The stars shine bright for one of music’s biggest calendar nights – the American Music Awards 2019! Airing live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, see the industry’s most notable names just moments after they arrive to the scene.

See and sound off on their fashion hits and misses below…

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Pete Davidson would like the LGBT community to think twice about its affinity with the Pop music machine as he feels they are being exploited by the stars it churns out.

His estimation below…

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