Jerrod Carmichael‘s stint as host of the 2023 Golden Globes ruffled features in earnest.

For, while some found humor in the comic’s edgy material as master of the returning ceremony, others weren’t as impressed.

Case in point is the Estate of the late great Whitney Houston.

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Sam Smith has a reason to celebrate.

For, their song ‘Unholy’ marks a career-best for them on pop radio.

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Despite boasting historic wins (see: Angela Bassett, ‘Abbott Elementary,’ etc.) and many-a-memorable moment during the January 10 broadcast of the 80th Annual Golden Globes, Tuesday’s Jerrod Carmichael-hosted telecast drew in its lowest NBC ratings to date.

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The iHeartRadio Music Awards, one of music’s biggest nights, has announced the star-studded nominations roster for its 2023 edition.

Airing live from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 27, the event – now in its 10th year – toasts the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2022.

Leading this year’s highly competitive list are Lizzo, Taylor Swift, and Harry Styles – who garnered 7 nods apiece.  Behind them, Drake, Dua Lipa, and Bad Bunny are among the big names who nabbed 6 mentions while Doja Cat and Beyoncé are among the acts who have 5 each.

Ahead of handing out its coveted trophies and announcing which stage-blazing acts will be added to the performance bill, look inside to see the full list of 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards nominees.

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Not even six months after Chris Brown made headlines for dethroning King of Rock N’ Roll Elvis Presley as the Hot 100’s most decorated male singer, the R&B bad boy has snatched the Gold from the music monarch’s RIAA crown as well.

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Dr. Dre has reportedly become the latest major name to sell their catalog for a colossal stack of coins.

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50 Cent is renowned for his unapologetic shenanigans on social media. As such, the mogul shocked many moments ago when he issued an apology to Megan Thee Stallion.

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With new album ‘Gloria’ a mere matter of weeks away from release, Sam Smith has unwrapped another taste of the LP in the form of latest single ‘Gimme.’

Armed with the momentum of chart-topping smash ‘Unholy’ with Kim Petras, the British belter teams with Koffee and Jessie Reyez for their latest offering.

A slick slice of Island-kissed Pop-meets-R&B, the song sees Smith delve deeper into exciting new terrain.

Speaking on the track, Smith said:

“I’m a sexual person, I like sex. It’s something I’m teaching myself to not be ashamed of. Me and Jessie were basically drunk, drinking whisky in Jamaica, two in the morning, running around absolutely wasted, like two girlfriends having a laugh.”

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Rita Ora has returned and is raring to go with her new single ‘You Only Love.’

After announcing and teasing the track early this month, the British chart-topper has officially revealed when it’ll be available.

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Sherri Shepherd made a splash in the daytime talk show sphere with her eponymously titled series, ‘Sherri.’

And such is the ripple wave of excitement around the freshman production that it’s been renewed for further two seasons.

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Congratulations are in order for Jennifer Hudson.

For, the multihyphenate’s daytime talk series has officially been renewed for season 2.

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2023 is set to mark a historical year.

For, this year marks 20 years since many a landmark album has dropped. Whether they be pop, R&B, hip-hop, or a mix, these albums marked a culture shift, one that set the tone for years to come.

So, as the new year begins, join us below to see what albums turn 20 in 2023…

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