As one of the fastest selling performers to grace US soil, Drake‘s ascent on both Pop and Hip Hop culture fronts has been meteoric to say the least- enjoying notoriety rivaling that of 50 Cent‘s at the peak of his career.

Now, 9 months after releasing the #1 album ‘Take Care‘, the Canadian lyricist has revealed he is returning to high school this summer- in a bid to complete his formal education.

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Three months after making her stage return in the New Jersey, Beyonce has been named at the new ambassador for ‘World Humanitarian Day‘.

The latest philanthropic endeavor by the 16 time Grammy winner, her participation in the organization’s official ‘Day’ was revealed this afternoon, days after teasing fans with a cryptic message online.

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Contrary to popular belief, the UK boasts its own thriving Urban scene. It’s one rich in rising talent, as showcased in hot new web series ‘Venus vs Mars’.

Written and produced by Talented & Young, the show centres of the life and love of lead character Venus, interweaving her “drama” with that of her equally troubled friends.

So what are you waiting for? Hit ‘Play’ to watch episode 6 (season 1 finale) of  what is shaping up to be a great show!

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The guys over at 106 & Park welcomed R&B ‘Gentleman’ Ne-Yo yesterday, who stopped by to promote his new single ‘Lazy Love’ and its supporting set ‘R.E.D‘.

Speaking with a lone Terrence, the crooner spoke openly on the September release which boasts production from Salaam Remi, NO I.D and Stargate.

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Breaking from the beach parties and reality shows, Aubrey O’Day has finally remembered her singing day job.

Case, point, her newly released take on Gotye‘s gargantuan hit ‘Somebody That I Used To Know’.

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You’ve seen the video, now see how it was cooked up.

A behind the scenes look at Pink‘s ‘Blow Me (One Last Kiss)’ visual awaits after the jump…

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R&B chanteuse Keyshia Cole stopped by BET’s 106 & Park yesterday to plug her comeback single ‘Enough of No Love’.

During Cole’s candid chat with departing host Terrence J, she dished on marriage, motherhood, and re-embracing music. The latter provided the most insightful aspect of the interview; for the 30 year old deemed the”happier tone” of her last album, ‘Calling All Hearts’, as a musical misstep of sorts – crediting her fans for reminding her what they want from her.

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Lambs rejoice!

While fans heavily await the latest offerings of ‘Vision of Love’ diva Mariah Carey, it appears she has her sights on teasing her return to charts.  Entitled ‘Triumphant‘, the track is set to feature vocals of hip hop heavyweights  Rick Ross & Meek Mills.

Now, unveiling the first listen, get into what the diva is undoubtedly hoping will refresh her reign on Billboard:

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It would appear The Mermaid has a bone to pick with  The Barbie.

Indeed, despite growing up in the same city, attending the same school and sharing a common enemy in Hip Hop darling Lil Kim, there seems to be no love lost between ‘212‘ gem Azealia Banks and ‘Roman Holiday‘  genius Nicki Minaj.

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Last night saw Miguel take to Joe’s Pub in NYC for one his strongest performances to date.

All in support of his latest effort ‘Kaleidoscope Dream: Water Preview’, the ‘Adorn’ singer delivered cuts from the project as well as numbers from prior releases, including the sophisticated  ‘Art Dealer Chic’ collection.

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Check out Kelly Rowland and Jason Derulo!

The Pop divas diva and the ‘Don’t Wanna Go Home’ singer strike quite the smouldering pose in the latest promotional shot for ‘Everybody Dance Now’.

As reported, the Australian show sees both acts serve as “captains” for rival dance crews.

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Nice, nice, but we want ‘Ice’. It’s great to see Kelly continuing to up her stock on a global scale. Yet, with her single having premiered a month ago, surely a radio run and video should have swiftly followed? That said, we have it on good word that plans are underway for both. We watch and pray.

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After casting his net in Rihanna‘s creative pool, it seems Drake is on the search for what we’d call a classier catch.

For today, the MC has found himself under the heavy gaze of the industry following reports he is to debut a ‘duet’ with the late Aaliyah at the OVO Fest this Sunday.

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