Not even a collection of stage-blazing performances from the likes of Missy Elliott, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Normani, and Taylor Swift were enough to help the MTV VMAs drum up an increase in viewership. After netting their worst ratings ever with the 2018 showing (click here for details), the hopes were probably a bit higher for the 2019 edition.

Preliminary figures revealed after its first airing offered a bleak outlook, one confirmed by newly furnished final figures that indicate this year’s take on the annual awards show were their lowest in history.

But, it’s not all bad news.  Click below to see what we mean:

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Who says mixing business and pleasure doesn’t work? Because for Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes, it’s proved to be a potent pairing.

Because, the duo have just snatched the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Señorita.’

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Normani‘s ‘Motivation’ is a bonafide hit.

Fantastic news below…

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Are the masses loving Taylor Swift’s new album? The first week predictions provide an emphatic answer after the jump…

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It’s here! Taylor Swift has unleashed new LP, ‘Lover.’

Issued as the Pop titan’s seventh studio album, the highly anticipated effort serves as the first fruit of her new pact with Republic Records (one which sees the release also become the first she owns the masters to). Ownership has been a hot topic in TaylorVille of late, following a much-publicized spat with Scooter Braun. As we reported here, Braun dominated headlines thanks to a dramatized purchase of her back-catalogue as part of a broader acquisition of her former label Big Machine. Swift has adamantly maintained she wasn’t given the opportunity to bid on her own life’s work.  And, while she’s hit the newswire after sharing her combat plan, the entire episode has upped the stakes for ‘Lover’ – which is preceded by singles ‘ME!,’ ‘You Need To Calm Down,’ and its title track – with the key question being if it can match the slay of its predecessors (most of which premiered with sales of a million plus domestically).

Strategically, Swift has mounted a titan-sized campaign to ensure the album delivers (including partnerships with Target, Amazon, and Spotify).  But, as ever, it’s the music that’s the core component.

Give it a spin below and let us know if it hits the mark…

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Normani‘s spectacular ‘Motivation‘ video continues to be showered with praise

And now the the Pop princess has shared interesting insights into how she and her team ensured that the track didn’t fall into the hands on unscrupulous leakers before its release.

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Not even two weeks after a jury found Katy Perry and her team guilty of copyright infringement for her 2013 hit ‘Dark Horse’ (click here to read more), it seems the singer may be well on her way to taking yet another ride to court.

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Iggy Azalea is opening up about the events which led up to the birth of her feud with the multifaceted entertainer Peppa Pig.

“tHis piG aLbUm?” Dont cap, you know who Queen Peppa is. Legend Tingz. Respect the Vets. pic.twitter.com/r3M08hhDiY

— NAS ? (@NICKIAWNA) July 20, 2019

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Lady Gaga is the latest star to launch her very own beauty brand. But, in trademark form, she’s doing so in a unique manner.

In a newly unleashed trailer for the company Haus Laboratories, the singer acknowledges:

“The last thing the world needs is another beauty brand, but that’s too bad!”

Details on her ambitious move below…

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As the most influential gossip blogger in town at the moment Tasha K has risen to fame on the wings of the shocking exclusives delivers to the millions who watch her YouTube channel Unwine with Tasha K.

Unfortunately, new court documents reveal that she believes her life is in danger….because of the Hip-Hop starlet Cardi B.

A startling story below…

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Welcome to another edition of The Stream Scene, the original TGJ feature designed to keep you in the loop with all things streaming.

Making moves online this week are three ladies whose looks, sounds and unique styles shaped contemporary black culture and Pop culture at large.

Hit the link below for updates on releases launched by Beyonce, Janet Jackson and Countess Vaughn.

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With a career fueled by hits chock full of provocative language and content, many were puzzled when Nicki Minaj accepted a gig at Saudi Arabia’s ‘Jeddah World Fest.’ A country renown for its conservatism, as well as repressive treatment of women and minorities, reports have it the nation’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman authorized the performance – an invitation accompanied by a seven figure payout for the rapstress.

As news spread about the forthcoming appearance, locals, fans, and human rights activists alike spoke out to urge the Grammy nominee to withdraw.  While Saudi Arabians were generally more concerned about the femcee’s suggestive songs and stage attire, the latter seemed to focus on the country’s mistreatment of its citizens.  The most headline-grabbing criticism came courtesy of Thor Halvorseen – the CEO and President of the Human Rights Foundation (who recently the rapper a lengthy reprimand for her involvement and strongly advised her to reconsider the outing).

Did you miss it?  Read highlights inside:

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