2021’s ‘Keys’ may have entered the Billboard 200 as Alicia Keys‘ lowest-debuting studio album to date (as we reported here), but the GRAMMY-winning diva is looking to give the set a second swing at bat courtesy of a deluxe edition titled ‘Keys II.’

Expanded with two new additional tracks, the sequel not only features ‘Trillions‘ (with Brent Faiyaz) and ‘Stay‘ (with Lucky Daye) but also  includes a critically acclaimed remix of her 2016 single ‘In Common’ (found aboard ‘Keys’ predecessor ‘Here’).

In addition to Faiyaz and Daye, ‘Keys II’ boasts a star-studded guest list that features the likes of Lil Wayne, Swae Lee, Pusha T, Khalid, Brandi Carlile, and more.

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Nearly 50 years after Isley Brothers fans first became acquainted with their now-classic cut ‘Make Me Say It Again Girl,’ the iconic group is spinning the 1975 song again – this time adding a bit of diva spice to the mix.

Calling on Beyonce to give the timeless tune a facelift, the songstress – who is currently enjoying a run atop the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 with her smash hit ‘Break My Soul’ and its parent album ‘Renaissance’ respectively (as we reported here) – breathed new life into ‘Make Me’ as she traded verses with lead Isley Brother Ronald.

“Oh, I believe you are a rainbow / All the heaven I need to see / You’re the promise everlasting / Ah, and where you are I hope to be,” Bey and Ron croon on the remastered track.

Just days after taking to press to thank the megastar’s mom, Tina Knowles-Lawson, for her hand in securing Bey’s placement on the remake, the Isleys finally unveil the finished product.

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Megan Thee Stallion sprung quite the surprise on her beloved fans, affectionately called #Hotties, Thursday (August 11) when she revealed her long-awaited sophomore album ‘Traumazine’ would drop the next day.

The follow-up to 2020’s ‘Good News,’ word of the arrival of its successor served as good news as well – a report trumped only by the revelation of its star-studded guest list which includes Dua Lipa, Future, Key Glock, Rico Nasty, Latto, Pooh Shiesty, and Jhené Aiko.

Speaking on the new album, Meg said she wants to take listeners on an emotional journey.

“I want to take you through so many different emotions,” she told ‘Rolling Stone.’ “At first you was twerking, now you might be crying…I just always want people to remember, ‘Yes, Megan Thee Stallion, she was great, she was a rapper. She was one of the best rappers, the coldest.’”

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After giving her dedicated fans, affectionately called #Barbz, a live preview of her new song ‘Super Freaky Girl’ at OVO Fest (as we reported here), Nicki Minaj finally lifts the lid on the tune’s recorded version.

Arrived Friday (August 12) after ample teasing, the Rick James-sampling cut – which is believed to be another taste of what’s to come on her forthcoming fifth studio album – had already gained traction on Tik Tok just from the snippet that accompanied its announcement weeks ago.

Originally called ‘Freaky Girl,’ the super sexually-charged ‘Super Freaky Girl’ lives up to its title in more ways than one as evidenced from just the first verse.

“I can lick it, I can ride it while you slippin’ and slidin’ / I can do all ’em little tricks, and keep the d*ck up inside it / You can smack it, you can grip it, you can go down and kiss it / And every time he leave me ‘lone, he always tell me he miss it,” the 39-year-old raps aboard the Dr. Luke-produced beat.

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The magic of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’ will be celebrated anew in a freshly announced reunion special.

And it’s set to see a number of notable names from the 1997 musical return.

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Megan Thee Stallion sprung a surprise on fans moments ago.

For, not only has the fiery femcee announced her new album ‘Traumazine’ – she also confirmed that the set will be unleashed at midnight tonight (August 12).

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‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Kathy Hilton has come under fire after a shocking faux pas during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live.

During a game of Guess Who, the Hilton matriarch was presented with a picture of Lizzo.  

Momentarily perplexed, she responded by asking if it was ‘Precious’ – referring to actress Gabourey Sidibe.

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From ‘1 Thing’ to ‘You Will Do Great Things,’ singer-songwriter Amerie has a few new things on the horizon.

While longtime fans have pined for more music from the GRAMMY nominee (as she’s not released a body of work since 2018), it seems they’ll have to wait a little while longer as the diva’s traded in her songwriting pen for authorship.

Having transformed her social media handles to a popular book club, the 42-year-old’s  Instagram has become a go-to spot for people wanting reviews on the hottest novels of all genres to hit the shelves.

Already a best-selling author herself, Amerie is looking to expand her growing oeuvre by adding her first children’s picture book to the mix of those hot new offerings.  Details inside.

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Kevin Federline isn’t done with his Pop megastar ex-wife Britney Spears.

Just days after the ‘Toxic’ songstress took to the Web to refute Kevin’s claims her online antics were impacting her relationship with their sons Sean and Jayden, he’s hitting back with what he suggests is proof that Spears is indeed toxic.

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For the second time in her career (following 2016’s ‘Lemonade’), Beyonce – thanks to her July 29-released album ‘Renaissance‘ – sent every song from one studio project to a rung on the Billboard Hot 100.

The same week the 16-track effort landed at #1 on the Billboard 200 with the largest first-week sales of any female act this year, its lead single, ‘Break My Soul,’ mirrored its success on the Hot 100 by blasting to its top position.

Its appearance at the pole position isn’t the only top 20 success the diva’s celebrating this week, however.  More inside:

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Following the critical acclaim attached to the June-released ‘Skin of My Teeth,’ singer Demi Lovato doubled down on the return to their Punk Rock roots with the tune’s official follow-up, ‘Substance.’

Both songs are slated to appear on Lovato’s forthcoming album ‘HOLY FVCK,’ due on digital shelves August 19.

“I’m so excited to share another taste of what’s in store for this album. We can all relate to searching for something more in life, and I want this song to make you feel like you’re having a damn good time while doing it,” the GRAMMY nominee beamed about the July 15-unveiled ‘Substance.’

Like ‘Skin’ before it, ‘Substance’ missed the Hot 100 but has made its presence felt in the top 40 of the Billboard Rock charts (#37 as of time reported).

In an effort to boost the tune’s performance, Demi’s unlocked a behind the scenes look at its accompanying music video.  Hop inside to see the Cody Critcheloe-directed action.

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Queens saluting Queens!

Just days after Beyonce toasted some of music’s most respected women via the rap-sung portion of the ‘Queens Remix’ of her #1 hit ‘Break My Soul’ (as we reported here), Queen of Quiet Storm Anita Baker is returning the favor.

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