In 2006 Fantasia’s self-titled sophomore album received generally mixed reviews from critics and even less favourable responses from her fans. The record barely managed to achieve gold status in the US; a far cry from the 1.8 million units that the Grammy-nominated singer’s debut album, ‘Free Yourself’, sold in that territory.

Now, amidst public controversy and personal turmoil, Fantasia is back with a new album, aptly entitled ‘Back to Me’, which features a true return to form by the uniquely talented R&B singer. On this 13-track LP Fantasia manages to combine the raw passion of her Soul influences with her spine-tingling vocals and contemporary productions, creating one of the best releases of the year to date.

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Check out Jennifer Lopez’s latest spread in Glamour magazine’s September issue which is on news stands now. More images of the entertainer can be seen below:

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That Grape Juice can EXCLUSIVELY première Kelly Rowland‘s brand new UK single ‘Forever And A Day’. The David Guetta produced club-stomper is the second International single to be lifted from Rowland’s new LP, reportedly titled ‘When Love Takes Over’.

What are you waiting for?! Take a listen to the David Guetta & Jonas produced / Andre Merrit penned song below…

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R&B star Ne-Yo is set to follow-up the chart-topping success of ‘Beautiful Monster’, with ‘One Life’ – the third single to be lifted from his fourth studio album ‘Libra Scale’ (due October 5th).

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Check out episode 8 of Trey Songz‘s new BET’s reality series ‘Trey Songz: My Moment’, which aired last night…

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Peep these new outtakes from Alexandra Burke‘s shoot for Look magazine’s September issue. The X-Factor alum, whose video for new single ‘Start Without You’ debuts this week, looks stunning.

More pics of the 22 year old, as well as a behind the scenes video below…

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Trey Songz’s new video for ‘Bottoms Up’ has just premiered. The production was overseen by Anthony Mandler and features Nicki Minaj. Check out all the action below:

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A new song from J.Cole has just surfaced. The track, ‘It Won’t Be Long’, was produced by the rapper himself and will be featured the Lime Lights Exclusive mixtape. Give the track a listen below via Sermon:

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Ciara has just dropped a new track from her ‘Basic Instinct’ mixtape. ‘Lose My Mind’ is a Young Jeezy cover that didn’t quite make the final cut of her much delayed ‘Basic Instinct’ LP. Check it out below:

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Grammy and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson appears on the cover of Michigan Avenue‘s September issue. Looking good.

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T.I. revealed some interesting news to Rap-TV recently. The King of the South stated that his new album, ‘King Uncaged’, has been pushed back yet again and will no longer be released on September 28th. This marks the 2nd time that the record’s drop date has been rescheduled as it was originally slated for an August 17th release. Peep what Tip had to say about ‘King Uncaged’ below:

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Check out the first promotional shot of Janet Jackson and the cast of Tyler Perry’s ‘For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf’’. The pic currently features in the latest issue of Essence magazine.

As well as the Pop icon, 44, the movie stars acclaimed actresses Whoopi Goldberg, Phylicia Rashad, Jurnee Smollett, Kimberly Elise, Kerry Washington, Loretta Devine, as well as  Macy Gray.

Mariah Carey, who was initially set to star in the film, pulled out just days before filming commenced. No reason has been given for the 42 year old’s absence.

‘For Coloured Girls…’ hits theatres later this year.

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