Rina Sawayana is hot on the promotional trail.

Case in point, the songstress stopped by KEXP, where she performed a bevy of new tunes.

Taking the stage, she was dressed in a black shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. She performed her hit songs ‘Catch Me In The Air,’ ‘Dynasty,’ ‘XS,’ and ‘Comme Des Garçons (Like The Boys).’

The latter songs were from her debut album, ‘Sawayama,’ which won acclaim from critics and fans alike.

However, ‘Catch Me In The Air’ serves as the second single from her upcoming album, ‘Hold The Girl.’ The project is currently slated for a September 16 release date.

Catch all the action from her set at KEXP below…

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 14th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Marlo, Drew, Sheree, and newcomer Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 13 / season 14?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 9th season and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This edition is already making for addictive viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, and newcomer Anila Sajja are all back in the mix. 

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married To Medicine’ episode 5 / season 9 below…

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Nothing can break Beyonce‘s soul.

For, the acclaimed singer is now well on her way to complete a rare chart feat in the United Kingdom.

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Olivia Rodrigo is tasting sweet success with her debut album, ‘Sour.’

This time around, the album has netted her yet another major chart achievement.

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Ne-Yo has broken his silence after his wife Crystal Smith announced their latest split.

As reported, the actress/model alleged that the singer cheated on her “unprotected’ with “numerous women.”

Now, the GRAMMY winner is opening up about the drama and he’s asking for…respect and privacy.

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Today’s From The Vault salutes the ever-reigning Queen of Pop Madonna.

With a career and catalog as colossal as hers, the diva’s music is celebrated on a daily basis. And rightfully so.

Our pick is hypnotizing anthem ‘Secrets.’

Lifted from Madge’s 1994 album ‘Bedtime Stories,’ the track was produced by music maestro Dallas Austin and was issued as the LP’s lead single.

After the controversy that encased the singer’s name and image following the raunchy ‘Erotica’ era, the Pop maverick arguably sought to soften both with ‘Stories.’

A marked departure from previous shapeshifts, the project drove in a much more R&B direction and placed lyricism and vocal performance at its forefront.

The effort was well-received.

‘Secrets’ peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, #5 in the UK, #2 in France, and placed within the top 10 in multiple countries worldwide. The track also hit #1 in Canada and Switzerland.

Its accompanying black and white video was directed by Melodie McDaniel and showcased the star in performance mode, while also slickly spotlighting others; the combination of which illuminated the song’s layered lyrics in earnest.

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For four decades Madonna has dominated like no other – primarily due to her willingness to embrace fresh sounds, themes, and manners of visual presentation.

Case in point ‘Secret’ and ‘Bedtime Stories.’

Madge’s commitment to evolving established a template in Pop that remains religiously adhered to by the many names that have followed in her footsteps.

All hail the Queen!

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Nichelle Nichols, famed for her role as Lt. Nyota Uhura in the original ‘Star Trek’ series, has sadly died.

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Patti LaBelle isn’t just aware of the new generation of raunchy Rap starlets, she’s endorsing them too!

The legendary diva served as the latest guest on Drink Champs with Noreaga and, as is customary on the show, she did not hold back.

When quizzed on today’s crop of femcees, she gave a seismic salute.

Check out what Ms. Patti had to say after the jump…

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Crystal Smith is making it crystal clear that she’s done with her husband Ne-Yo.

Just three months after the couple renewed their wedding vows, the actress/model slammed the GRAMMY-winning singer in an explosive social media post.

Within it, she hurled several accusations of infidelity at the performer – including allegations that he slept with “numerous women….unprotected.”

Read her jaw-dropping statement after the jump…

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Halle Bailey has solo music on the way!

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Muni Long continues to hit many a stage on her ascend – the latest being Genius’ Open Mic.

There, the singer-songwriter delivered a potent rendition of her single ‘Pain’ – which has been making strides across Urban radio.

The rising star, who was born Priscilla Renea and first rose to prominence being a songwriter, is riding high on the success of her breakout smash ‘Hrs & Hrs’ and recently inked record label deal with Def Jam.

Watch her in action after the jump…

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