Queen of NeoSoul Erykah Badu sent her fans into a royal frenzy Monday (April 17) with the announcement she will be hitting the road on a 25-city North American trek this summer.

Dubbed the ‘Unfollow Me Tour,’ the jaunt – produced by Outback Presents – will be supported by critically acclaimed Hip-Hop star yasiin bey and kicks off in San Antonio on June 11 and is slated to touch down in major U.S. cities like Chicago, New York, Detroit, Philadelphia, Nashville, Atlanta, and Boston before wrapping up in Badu’s hometown of Dallas on July 23.

Curious to see if she’ll be bringing her brigade of classic hits to a stage near you? Look inside for the full list of dates.

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As many a ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ viewer has witnessed, Candiace Dillard has no problem saying her mind.

And, while on the press run for season 3 of ‘Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip,’ keeping it candid is exactly what the multihyphenate did when quizzed about her castmate Robyn Dixon‘s marriage woes.

As reported, Robyn admitted that her husband Juan Dixon had become embroiled in a cheating scandal centered on allegations made by an unnamed woman.

The admission shocked many because Robyn neglected to mention anything about the development on the show – despite it allegedly unfolding during filming.

They also shocked many because of how intensely members of the cast (including Robyn) came for the marriage of others during taping. Especially, Candiace’s union with husband Chris Bassett.

Now, the show’s most outspoken cast member is speaking up and out.

Find out what she had to say below…

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It was meant to be a colossal comeback, but Frank Ocean‘s polarizing performance at Coachella 2023 appears to be more sink than swim.

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Mark June 4 on those calendars, because the masses are finally set to meet ‘The Idol’ on said date.

Music phenom The Weeknd steps into the spotlight like never before along Lily-Rose Depp on the new HBO series.

The superstar plays a self-help guru and leader of a modern-day cult who begins a complicated relationship with an up-and-coming Pop idol (Depp).

Co-created by Sam Levinson (the mastermind creator of ‘Euphoria)’ and co-produced by The Weeknd, the series promises a “sick and twisted” rollercoaster of a ride.

With its premiere rapidly approaching, watch the newly unleashed extended trailer after the jump…

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Usher is set to electrify Europe with a freshly announced concert special.

The R&B superstar is Paris bound for a live series of live shows, christened ‘Rendez-Vous Á Paris.’

Armed with the momentum of over 50 sold-out shows in Las Vegas, the chart-topper and eight-time GRAMMY winner will take residence at La Seine Musicale for the exclusive Euro run.

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Ciara sprung a surprise on the masses at Coachella 2023.

The GRAMMY winner made an unannounced appearance during the set of K-Pop performer Jackson Wang.

Together, CiCi and the GOT7 group member delivered a rousing rendition of ‘Left Right.’

The stage veteran also lit up the festival with a medley of hits such as ‘1, 2 Step,’ ‘Level Up,’ ‘Lose Control,’ and more.

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GloRilla lit the stage up at Coachella 2023!

The rising femcee formed part of a stacked line-up at the annual extravaganza – which is taking place in Indio, California.

Indeed, others on the bill include Frank Ocean, Bad Bunny, BlackPink, Rosalia, and more.

Backed by a troop of turnt-up dancers, the dynamic performer delivered a spirited rendition of her breakout bop ‘F N F.’ 

Watch GloRilla in action after the jump…

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The first look at ‘Wicked’ the movie is here!

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo star as Glinda Upland and Elphaba Thropp respectively in the hotly anticipated Jon M. Chu production.

With the film set for release on November 27, 2024 (and a sequel arriving a year later), the masses have been given their first glimpse of the stars in their roles.

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With the countdown on to the coronation of King Charles III, the lid has been lifted on the entertainment component of the royal event.

Namely who will be performing the coronation concert on May 7. 

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Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj bring the heat with the hyper-hot remix for ‘Princess Diana.’

The original version of the track appeared on the newcomer’s EP ‘Like…’ and now the self-crowned ‘People’s Princess’ has added a fresh take with a collaborative incarnation with the Queen of Rap herself.

Fresh from unwrapping the single, the dynamic duo is wasting no time with its push.

For, they have premiered its accompanying music video.

Check out the colorful visual after the jump…

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The inaugural installment of Rolling Loud Thailand brought with it blazing sets from many of music’s biggest names.

A three-day extravaganza, the festival took place at Legend Siam in Pattaya City, the premiere edition of the festival in the region saw Cardi B, Chris Brown, and Travis Scott headline with electrifying sets.

Elsewhere on the bill, other stage scorchers included Rick Ross, Fat Joe, Offset, Bia, Rae Sremmurd, and Central Cee.

Highlights below…

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Check out SWV!

Coko, LeLee, and Taj are certified R&B icons and have been receiving shine anew thanks to their hit Bravo series ‘SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B.’

Addictive in earnest, the show saw the beloved groups join forces for a co-headlined concert.

With big success and even bigger personalities in the mix, sparks flew and quickly popped off on social media too.

Now that the show is in rearview, SWV is looking forward while also ruminating on their illustrious past.

For, beyond posting it up in a striking shoot lensed by Salvatore Demaio, the trio opened up about their legacy, not getting their dues, ‘The Queens of R&B,’ and their upcoming tour with Jodeci.

Head below for clips and quotes…

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