Peep this recently surfaced snap of ‘Let Me‘ stunner Rihanna, in the studio with Nigerian Rapper Wale.

Believed to have been taken recently, the pic sees the pair hard at work on what some fans are hoping is material for his  forthcoming project- and arrived minutes after her on/off boyfriend Chris Brown set Twitter alight with a remark reportedly aimed at the star.

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Being a branch on a musical family tree like that of the famed gospel family The Clarks has lent multi-talented singer/songwriter/rapper/producer J. Drew the tools he would need to make his own mark on music.

A mark he undoubtedly intends on carving via 'Never Coming Back', his latest EP through Detroit-born label LiveTMG.  Led by the soaring first single 'Flight',  J invites listeners on a musical journey through elaborately layered production decorated with hard-hitting drums, noteworthy vocal displays, and an emotional rap/sung combo reminiscent of Drake, The Weeknd, Frank Ocean, and co.

Already winning fans left and right aboard his BET reality show 'The Sheards', the preacher's son deliver his best musical testimony yet with 'Back'.  Don't believe us?  Be the judge yourself as the PLAY button awaits below:

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Pop star Jason Derulo has hit the promo trail for his new single 'The Other Side'.

A budding stage blazer, what better platform to kick off the televised push for the track than 'Dancing With The Stars'?

Backed by an army of dancers, Derulo did just that. Watch him work after the jump…

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Tamar Braxton is bringing the heat this Summer.

Having told her tale of ‘Love & War’ (with great commercial results), the youngest of the Braxton clan and expectant mother serves up ‘The One’ as the second single to be lifted from her sophomore album (also titled ‘Love & War’).

Though drawing on R&B’s go-to sample, Mtume’s ‘Juicy Fruit’, Ms. Braxton’s track manages to scorch on its own accord. Take a listen below…

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Tomorrow is a big day for Tamar Braxton.

The mother-to-be is set to debut new single ‘The One’ and so as to whip up a buzz has unwrapped its official cover.

Set for release via Epic Records, the track (which samples B.I.G’s ‘Juicy’) follows chart smash ‘Love & War’ – which is still making major gains on Urban radio. Both are set to appear on the singer and reality star’s new album, due later this year.

Still, with five months having passed since its predecessor debuted, we’re more than ready for Ms. Braxton-Herbert’s latest offering. Roll on tomorrow!

Your thoughts?

Justin Timberlake is heading to your city!

Yes, after watching his latest album ‘The 20/20 Experience‘ go 2x Platinum for reaching the 2 million unit height, Pop’s favorite Prince has announced the tour dates for its supporting live show.

Want to see when you catch he and his band in action?

Dates below!!!

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‘This is a Special Delivery…’

For fans of New Yorker Bridget Kelly, the year 2013 is set to spell a number of wins for the entertainer- kicking off with the release of her long awaited Roc Nation backed debut album.

Spearheaded by the budding smash ‘Special Delivery‘ and her critically acclaimed contributions to Jay Z’s ‘Empire State Of Mind’ and Luke James’ ‘IOU‘, the project is well on its way to  becoming an R&B ‘must have’- as its release date drawers near.

So, as long time fans of Ms.Kelly, TGJ caught up with the starlet when she stopped by in London last month to push the single-  discussing its conception, her definition of success and her journey thus far.

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It’s here!

Mariah Carey‘s hotly anticipated new single ‘#Beautiful’ was unwrapped moments ago.

The official lead single from the diva’s fourteenth studio album, the mid-tempo features R&B crooner Miguel.

With the red carpet treatment being rolled out for the cut (see: Clear Channel radio deal and huge TV promotion), does the song itself deserve it? You decide after the jump…

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Reports have surfaced indicating that after their first season the first ladies of TLC will see their show cancelled.

Domonique Scott, Tara Lewis, Ivy Couch, Christina Murray and DeLana Rutherford, stars of TLC‘s ‘The Sisterhood’, were the leading castmates of the Atlanta-based reality show based on the lives of preacher’s wives.  Along with its less than favorable ratings, the show, much like Lifetime’s ‘The Preacher’s Daughters’, was very much the chatter of Christian groups who panned the show for its portrayal of church figure.

Some of the cast members have responded to news of the show’s cancellation.  Read their comments here.

Your thoughts?

Grammy winning crooner Usher may have built a career out of being a knockout on charts and dancefloors, but now the smooth singer will be taking his moves to the boxing ring.  Indeed, reports have surfaced indicating the ‘Trading Places’ performer will see his name placed on the bill of new film “Hands of Stone” portraying celebrated fighter Sugar Ray Leonard.

The movie, based on the life of great boxer Roberto Duran, will be directed by Jonathan Jakubowicz and also feature the likes of acting legend Robert De Niro in its cast.

Set for release in early 2014, Ush took to Billboard to share his thoughts on the announcement. His words below…

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On the hems of his newest critically acclaimed single ‘Blurred Lines’, “blue eyed” soulster Robin Thicke hit the radio circuit this week in promotion of its now revealed, same-titled parent album.

One spot graced by the crooner’s presence was Power 105’s ‘The Breakfast Club’ – there Thicke dished on his new project, time on BET’s ‘Real Husbands of Hollywood’, and, of course, those pesky Justin Timberlake comparisons.  The latter of the list has plagued the ‘Magic’ maestro since Timberlake’s return to chart dominance early this year.

Hear Thicke sound off on these topics and more below:

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Gospel princess Kierra Sheard is looking for 2013 to launch her already established career into the stratosphere.

Yes, she has had many-a-hit reign atop Billboard’s gospel chart, but now the soaring songstress has tapped top hitmakers Rodney Jerkins, Babyface and songwriter TC (Brandy, Tamar Braxton) to help map the sounds set to nest on her sixth album.

Already teasing behind the scenes looks at its creation via her hit BET reality show ‘The Sheards’ (and recent live performances), now Miss Sheard introduces ‘Trumpets Blow’ – the thumping Jerkins/TC crafted number setting the net ablaze for gospel and secular fans.

Have your first listen below:

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