The Weeknd is currently rocking stages across the US with his ‘After Hours Til Dawn,’ but that hasn’t halted his hustle across other mediums.

For, the superstar has unveiled the first look at his primetime acting debut in new HBO series, ‘The Idol.’

The performer, real name Abel Tesfaye, stars as a self-help guru and leader of a modern-day cult who begins a complicated relationship with an up-and-coming Pop idol (played by Lily-Rose Depp).

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

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Usher has had culture screaming “watch this” after his show-stopping performance on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert.

Now, it’s back to business for the GRAMMY-winning R&B veteran.

The stage blazer lived up to his billing at the return show of his Las Vegas residency, which is housed at the Dolby Theater at Park MGM.

During his scintillating set, Usher delivered a preview performance of a brand new track.

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Congratulations are reportedly in order for Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck.

Because the pair is said to have married.

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Whether it’s by way of music, visuals, or social commentary, Lil Uzi Vert is renowned for being self-defined.

Now, it appears the same can be said for how the rapper identifies when it comes to gender.

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Omarion is speaking up and out about his vocal performance during his VERZUZ showdown with Mario.

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Trina is the latest name to pour it out on the Drink Champs podcast.

Chopping it up with Noreaga and co, the femcee sat down for a fun-filled interview on the popular platform – and she did not hold back.

During the candid chat, the female Rap pioneer opened up about her journey in the music industry, her unfiltered relationship with Trick Daddy, loving Beyonce, supporting the likes of Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, the importance of camaraderie with fellow femcees, and her long-running feud with Khia.

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Alicia Keys has more new music on the way.

The 15-time GRAMMY winner served up a hearty helping of fresh material with her ambitious double album ‘KEYS’ last December and now she’s following up with a deluxe edition.

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When Lizzo declares that “it’s bad b*tch o’clock,” it’s safe to say that stage blazing is about to go down.

And that’s exactly what took place on the latest episode of the Today Show. 

Backed by a full band and a bevy of beautiful dancers, the GRAMMY Award winner blazed with radio chart-topper ‘About Damn Time,’ ‘2 B Loved’ and the title of her freshly released new album ‘Special.’

The star also shone with much-loved hits ‘Truth Hurts’ and ‘Good As Hell.’

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Usher fans still clinging to his promise of dropping new music “this year” have been getting reacquainted with some of his classics as a way to get tide themselves over until the release – at least that’s what this week’s Billboard 200 suggests.

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Afrobeats superstar Fireboy DML has been on a heat streak with smash hit ‘Peru.’

A global smash on its own accord, the track was ignited the more by way of a remix with Ed Sheeran – rendering it one of the biggest songs of the song

Armed with ample momentum, the Nigerian-born star is readying his new album ‘Playboy’ for release on August 5.

Check out his exclusive interview with That Grape Juice‘s Samuel Eni at the Wireless Festival 2022 above.

Also, head below to peep TGJ’s Wireless 2022 interviews with SwitchOTR and rising R&B songbird Bella.

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With summer upon us, rising R&B singer sectiontoo sets the scene with his vibrant new single ‘Til The Sun.’

Freshly unwrapped, the track sees the newcomer fuse Latin-inspired sounds with Caribbean-kissed production courtesy of identite crisis – who the Queens, New York native co-crafted the upbeat song with.

Born Sean Lawrence, sectiontoo serves up sonics that pull from a variety of influences while remaining distinctly unique to gifted singer-songwriter.

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Nearly two months after introducing fans to the Sheanseea and Gwen Stefani-assisted ‘Light My Fire,’ Dancehall royal Sean Paul is bringing the heat via the tune’s official music video.

The latest lift from his aptly titled May-released eighth studio album ‘Scorcha’ (which peaked in the top 10 hit on Billboard’s Reggae charts), ‘Fire’ is accompanied by a sizzling visual that sees its stars turn up at a retro-inspired house party.

“‘Light My Fire’ is a big bad lover’s rock song and we had to represent it with a big bad video. We went retro on the attire in the video and basically getting ready to party and some lovers rocking. It’s a vibe we hope everyone gets when they listen to the track,” Paul said reflecting on the creation of the clip.

To give the tune an extra push, Sean – who has already rocked global stages with the ‘Scorcha’ tour – was joined by Stefani on ‘Kimmel’ recently to show those who couldn’t catch him live what they missed.  Look inside to see their hot performance of ‘Fire.’

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