In a rare occurrence, Lizzo became one of the few acts to serve as the musical guest twice in the same year on Saturday Night Live.

Stepping in for the Yeah Yeah Yeah’s, the GRAMMY winner returned to the platform seven months after her last appearance to deliver another live offering from her ‘Special’ album.

Taking center stage, the Houston native performed ‘Break Up Twice’ from the LP, as well as ‘Someday at Christmas’ – her Amazon Music exclusive holiday song.

The showings come as Lizzo continues to slay stages on the ‘Special Tour.’

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Dua Lipa is hard at work on her third studio album, but she’s still running a victory lap for its predecessor ‘Future Nostalgia.’

And the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball 2022 was her latest stop.

Taking command of London’s O2 Arena, Pop starlet Dua dazzled with sparkling showings of hits such as ‘Levitating’ and ‘Don’t Start Now.’

The appearance comes after the singer hit the studio with Mick Jagger.

Pending the fruit of those sessions, watch her action after the jump…

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Jesy Nelson is ready to unwrap her next musical chapter – almost a year after her debut solo single Boyz.’

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Rina Sawyama may have just wrapped the first leg of her latest tour, but she’s far from resting on her laurels.

For, the eclectic Pop performer is continuing along the promotional trail for her sophomore album ‘Hold The Girl.’

Stopping by The Graham Norton Show, the rising star showed up and showed out with a spirited rendition of the LP’s title track.

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While Billboard’s official report about the first-week commercial performance of SZA‘s long-awaited sophomore album, ‘SOS,’ isn’t due until Sunday (December 18), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has already taken to press to announce the 23-track set has met its threshold for certification.

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Whitney Houston‘s story is set to be told like never before in the hotly anticipated biopic ‘I Wann Dance With Somebody.’

Set to hit theaters in the US on December 23, the Naomi Ackie-led film is the first visual project to be helmed by the late legend’s estate and promises to be the most compelling, raw, and unvarnished account of a life and legacy like no other.

Music, of course, is at the centerpiece of Houston’s story. As such, the film has been paired with a stacked soundtrack.

Christened ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody (The Movie: Whitney New, Classic and Reimagined)’, the compilation lives up to its billing – serving up familiar as well as refreshed takes on Nippy’s catalog. Several live versions also feature on the set – which is executive produced by Rodney ‘Darkchild’ Jerkins.

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Rihanna has given the world its first glimpse at her bouncing baby boy!

As reported, the superstar welcomed her son with ASAP Rocky back in May. The youngster is the first child for both Mom and Dad.

In the time since, the superstar has juggled motherhood with her billion-dollar business ventures and musical endeavors – namely preparation for her upcoming Super Bowl Halftime Show.

Today, though, RiRi felt it fit to introduce the world to her bundle of joy.

Meet the adorable Baby Fenty, who made his debut via Mama’s TikTok, after the jump…

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Janet Jackson ignited excitement in earnest when she announced her 2023 ‘Together Again Tour.’

And such is the buzz around the diva’s trek that she’s added a slew of new dates to the hotly anticipated jaunt.

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After hitting a critical jackpot with BET+ original holiday film ‘Blackjack Christmas,’ veteran actress Victoria Rowell is looking to win again with viewers – this time with another yuletide flick on the same streamer.

Filling out a cast that includes Blue Kimble, Noree Victoria, Javon Johnson, Aaron D Spears, Nadia Simms, Tiffany Snow, and more, the new movie – titled ‘A Christmas Gift’ – tells the story of a family that begrudgingly unites for the holidays only to find themselves faced with a series of unexpected secrets, revelations, and guests that could have a lasting effect on them all.

Directed by Christopher A. Nolen, hop inside to see the official trailer to ‘Gift’ ahead of its December 22 premiere.

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Kendrick Lamar continues the flow of vivid visuals from his latest studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.’

The GRAMMY magnet of an LP has served as one of the year’s biggest sellers and most critically-acclaimed efforts too.

And while that would have some resting on their laurels, K. Dot drives in an altogether different direction by flexing his creative flair in the captivating clip.

Dame Helen Mirren joins Lamar in what begins as a therapy session that quickly expands into a compelling retelling.

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Basketball star Brittney Griner has broken her silence in the wake of her release from a Russian prison.

The Olympic medalist was arrested in February for possession of less than 1 gram of marijuana oil in Moscow and was immediately detained. After six months behind bars, she was officially convicted of drug smuggling in August and sentenced to 9-years in prison.

In a shock move on December 8, US President Joe Biden negotiated a prisoner swap between the US and Russia, effectively trading Griner (who would be free upon her return home) for arms dealer Viktor Bout.

Now, the WNBA performer is reflecting on her ordeal as well as the support she received.

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Ciara has poured out a steady flow of new music in 2022 and it looks like there’s more to come.

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