It would appear ‘Swim Good‘ star Frank Ocean has found a supporter in ‘Fashion Killa’ chart topper A$AP Rocky.

For, in a recent interview with KYSDC, the Rapper slammed closeted gay men and praised the entertainer for the bravery he showed when he revealed he had been romantically involved with a male friend before rising to notoriety.

Rocky’s support below…

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Before gearing up for the launch of Elijah Blake‘s debut LP and supporting single this year, Jay Z took on the role of Executive Producer for ‘The Great Gatsby‘ soundtrack.

Tasked with crafting and selecting material to accompany and lead the Baz Luhrmann piece, this month saw him meet the folks over at Blacktree Media to discuss the process behind the production.

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 You’ve heard ‘Say No’, now check out the video for Eric Bellinger‘s latest release ‘ASAP’– pulled from his well received mix tape ‘Born To Sing Volume III’.

Featuring more than its fair share of eye candy and a MTV/BET ready quality to it, the video really is the perfect commercial for its supporting mix tape, and now awaits your viewing pleasure below…

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New music alert!

After watching the song become a favorite among her own fans, Carly Rae Jepsen invites Nicki Minaj’s ‘Barbz‘ into her sonic world with a remix to ‘Tonight I’m Getting Over You‘, featuring the Rapper herself.

Listen below!

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It seems ‘Obsessed’ singer/actress Beyonce has another box office smash on her hands.

Indeed, after scoring her fourth Box Office #1 with the aforementioned ‘Obsessed‘, the triple threat is now on course to exceed expectations set for her new movie ‘Epic’.

Initially projected to generate 95 million dollars, momentum generated for the project by the star’s sold out ‘Mrs.Carter Show‘ world tour has helped push US projections to 130 million dollars- marking the latest win for the ‘Chime For Change‘ spokeswoman.

…but it gets better.

As to push its total projections to 375 million dollars, the movie is on course to generate 245 million dollars across the globe in its release week.

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‘R&B Divas’ airs Wednesday nights at 10/9c only on TV One!

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For Mariah Carey, all roads lead to next Monday, May 6th!

The diva extreme is gearing up for the global launch of her new single ‘#Beautiful’ and so as to whip up a buzz for the Miguel assisted cut has unwrapped its official cover.

A collage of sorts, the visual pieces together stills from the song’s Joseph Kahn directed video — which is slated to arrive shortly after the track hits iTunes.

What’s more, in a bid to ensure the song gets off to a ‘#Beautiful’ start, Mimi will be performing it live on the American Idol finale in two weeks, as well as on Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series which she kicks off on May 24th.

Excited? We are!

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Kelly Rowland may be putting the finishing touches to her new album ‘Talk A Good Game’, but the solo diva has her eye on the stage. The Destiny’s Child graduate is teaming up with hitmaker The-Dream for a North American trek — christened ‘The Lights Out Tour’.

The multi-city jaunt has been erected to push both Rowland’s record, which is led by Urban hit ‘Kisses Down Low’, as well as The  Dream’s new album ‘IV Play’ which hits stores on May 28th. 

Find out when Ms. Kelly and Terius are in your town below…

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Stage blazer Janelle Monae lived up to her billing on BET’s 106 & Park last night.

The dynamo performer was in the house to debut the video for her super-charged new single ‘Q.U.E.E.N (ft. Erykah Badu)’ – the first to be lifted from forthcoming album ‘The Electric Lady’. And while many use their words to relay the effect their music has, Monae took a more practical approach.

See what we mean after the jump…

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US music lovers have spoken…and the names on their lips are Rihanna and Ariana Grande!

That’s right, thanks to their ever loyal respective fan bases and the support of many a casual listener, the Pop Princesses have made significant chart gains in the last week.

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For any who tuned in to last night’s ‘American Idol’, Mariah Carey‘s subtle yet apparent digs at fellow judge Nicki Minaj saw her score the applause of her fans online and some members of the audience at the live taping alike.

Indeed, in following the same passive aggressive trend that prompted Eminem to spawn the fiery ‘Bagpipes Of Baghdad’, her ‘shady’ remarks towards the Rapper may have seen her bitten off more than she can chew…once again.

Find out why Mariah may think twice again before taking aim at the Billboard staple below…

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While Mariah Carey continues on her bid to nab a Hot 100 chart position in this decade, her nemesis’ Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Lopez extend their contemporary winning streak today- booking spots at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards!

Details below…

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